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I Spent Over ₦1 Billion On This Project — Funke Akindele Issues Strong Warning Against Cinema Piracy.

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Popular Nigerian filmmaker and actress, Funke Akindele, has issued a firm warning to fans against recording and sharing scenes from her latest cinema release, Behind The Scenes, describing the act as piracy that could damage the project and those involved in its production.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to Nivo News, Akindele made the appeal on Saturday after noticing that clips from cinema screenings of the movie had begun circulating on social media, particularly from viewers outside Nigeria. She stressed that recording any part of the film inside the cinema, no matter how brief, amounts to copyright infringement.

The award-winning filmmaker expressed deep concern over the scale of investment committed to the project, revealing that over ₦1 billion was spent on its production. She noted that unauthorised recordings could negatively affect the film’s performance and potentially lead to serious financial losses.

Akindele urged movie lovers to show genuine support by watching the film strictly in cinemas without filming or posting any scenes online. She advised fans to limit photos to designated cinema display areas and encouraged them to share reviews and feedback instead of video clips.

She explained that respecting this guideline is a way of honouring the time, effort, and resources invested by the cast and crew in bringing the film to life. The actress further appealed to fans to spread the message among friends and family to help curb both direct and indirect piracy.

Behind The Scenes explores the emotional strain, personal sacrifices, and hidden struggles that often come with fame and success. The film features a strong cast that includes Tobi Bakre, Iyabo Ojo, Scarlet Gomez, and Ini Dima Okojie.

The movie premiered in the United Kingdom on December 4, 2025, before its official release in cinemas across Nigeria on December 12, 2025.

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STARSTRUCK! 2Baba’s Daughter Isabella Confesses Shocking Crush On Wizkid: “I Was Frozen!”

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Isabella Idibia, the daughter of music icon 2Baba and actress Annie Macaulay, recently shared her admiration for Afrobeats star Wizkid during an interview on Sula Talks.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                She recounted being starstruck after spotting Wizkid near the entrance at one of her father’s birthday parties, admitting that her nervousness initially caused her to walk right past him. Although she eventually mustered the courage to return and greet him, she confessed to feeling very shy during their interaction. When posed with the classic fan dilemma of choosing between Wizkid and Davido, Isabella gracefully sidestepped the choice, noting that she appreciates the music of both artists.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

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HE BIT ME! Portable Unveils Wild Accusations And Explains Why He Walked Out On Charles Okocha!.

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August 1, 2026

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Street-pop artiste Habeeb Okikiola, widely known as Portable, has detailed his reasons for walking out of his celebrity boxing rematch against actor Charles Okocha, citing unfair treatment. The bout, titled “Unfinished Business,” was held on Friday at the Balmoral Convention Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos, following a disputed first match.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Shortly after the event, Portable took to Instagram to display various marks and injuries on his body. He alleged that Okocha bit his back, choked his neck, and that multiple individuals attacked him during the clash. Despite claiming he had the upper hand and landed more punches initially, the alleged rule-breaking prompted him to quit the ring. Declaring that his music career is worth far more than any prize money, Portable stated he is done with celebrity boxing matches.

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SHOCK CANCELLATION: Grammy Star Tyla Abruptly Cancels Nigeria Show Amid Heavy Regional Tension!

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August 1, 2026

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  • Visa Denial Denied: South Africa’s Consul-General to Nigeria, Prof. Bobby Moroe, stated that immigration authorities have no record of a visa application or rejection for Nigerian singer Ayra Starr or her team, urging critics to provide names and reference numbers to verify the claims.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

    • Background on 2024 Cancellation: The visa controversy stems from February 2024, when concert organisers Steyn Entertainment announced that Ayra Starr and her entourage were denied visas ahead of scheduled performances in Johannesburg and Cape Town.

    • Calls for Reciprocity: The reports prompted prominent Nigerian figures, such as Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and former Governor Adams Oshiomhole, to suggest applying reciprocal visa measures against South African artists.

    • Tyla Drops Lagos Tour Date: Amid heavy social media backlash, online petitions, and tensions regarding xenophobic attacks and the killing of a Nigerian in South Africa, Grammy-winning singer Tyla quietly removed her planned December 22 Lagos concert from her world tour website.

    • Diplomatic Relations Maintained: While the South African mission has received no formal notification regarding Tyla’s tour changes, Moroe emphasized that diplomatic ties between Nigeria and South Africa remain strong and cooperative.

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