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RMD, MI, Broda Shaggi Featured as Bollywood, Nollywood Collaborate in ‘Namaste Wahala’

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Nigerian fans of Indian romance can finally look forward to one that stars some of Nollywood’s finest acts.

Indian, Lagos based businesswoman, Hamisha Daryani Ahuja is set to release her directorial debut ‘Namaste Wahala’, a romantic comedy starring Nollywood actress, Ini Dima- Okoji and Bollywood film and TV actor Ruslaan Mumtaz.

Hamisa announced back in January via an Instagram post that she would be delving into film making while opening up about the upcoming feature film. She revealed that it was going to explore cultural experiences between India and Nigeria.

She shared “With nothing but passion for film, I embarked on a journey to make a feature film that is a melting pot of my cultural experiences between India and Nigeria. The moment I made this decision, I knew that It would require that I give it focused energy in faith, and watch it all manifest.”

According to the lead actress, Ini Dima- Okojie, filming for ‘Namaste Wahala’ has wrapped up which means it’ll be dazzling the big screens soon.

The new rom-com also stars Nollywood veterans Joke Silva and Richard Mofe-Damijo alongside Instagram sensation, Broda Shaggi and Rap music star, MI Abaga.

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BBNaija Season 11 is Coming Soon, Organisers Announce

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Anticipation for Big Brother Naija is building up again after organisers teased the return of the reality show for its 11th season, prompting fans to call for an official premiere date.

In a post shared across the show’s social media platforms on Sunday, the organisers announced: “A new chapter begins, and this time, everything is for the taking. #BBNaija season 11 is coming soon.”

The teaser arrives months after the conclusion of Season 10, which ended with Imisi Ayanwale clinching the grand prize of N150 million.

The franchise has stayed in the spotlight since the Season 10 reunion, aired on June 8, when all 29 former housemates reconvened to address controversies that defined the season.

In preparation for the new edition, organisers said auditions have been completed.

The application portal opened in May, followed by physical auditions in Lagos, Abuja and Enugu.

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All White Service of Songs As Celebrities Bid Alex Ekubo Farewell

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Members of Nigeria’s entertainment industry turned out in large numbers on Wednesday for the service of songs of late actor Alex Ekubo.

Ekubo died on May 11, 2026, after a battle with kidney cancer.

Colleagues, friends, and dignitaries filled The Monarch Event Centre for the ceremony, dressed strictly in white as requested by the Ekubo family.

Attendees included Funke Akindele, Kate Henshaw, Chioma Akpotha, Ebele Okaro, Nancy Isime, Ruth Kadiri, Nkechi Blessing, Stan Nze, Blessing Obasi, Ik Ogbonna, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, singer Chike, and socialite Cubana Chief Priest.

The evening featured worship led by gospel ministers Peterson Okopi and Ebuka Songs, with Pastor Jerry Eze, Nathaniel Bassey, and Kaestrings also ministering.

The Ekubo family had earlier released an obituary on the late actor’s Instagram page, asking the public to keep them in prayer.

Wednesday’s service of songs officially opened Alex Ekubo’s burial rites.

The funeral moves to Arochukwu, Abia State, for a wake-keep on June 17, with burial scheduled for June 18.

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Tamuno Karibi-George Wins Miss World Nigeria 2026

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Tamunosoye Karibi-George has been crowned Miss World Nigeria 2026 after emerging winner at the pageant’s grand finale held at Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos, on Saturday, June 6, 2026.

The 26-year-old beauty queen, who represented Bayelsa State and hails from Port Harcourt, Rivers State, beat 19 other contestants in the competition themed “Pride, Power and Purpose.”

She succeeds Joy Mojisola Raimi, Miss World Nigeria 2025, and will represent Nigeria at the 73rd Miss World Festival scheduled to hold in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from August 9 to September 5, 2026.

Miss Karibi-George is the founder of Beyond Labels, an initiative that supports children with special needs and promotes inclusion and equal opportunities.

Joining Karibi-George in the top five were Dionne Chisom Nwagbo of Anambra State, who finished as first runner-up; Shuntell Ezomo of Edo State, who emerged second runner-up; Irene Irene of Abuja; and Gold of Rivers State.

Miss World Nigeria, organized by the Silverbird Group, is one of Nigeria’s leading beauty pageants and selects the country’s representative for the international Miss World competition.

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