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Pophouse announces deal for 50 per cent stake in Sia’s music rights

Swedish entertainment investment company Pophouse has announced an agreement covering a 50 per cent stake in Australian singer-songwriter Sia’s publishing and master recording rights. The announcement, issued on Thursday, 1 October, sets out a partnership to manage her existing work and develop new creative ventures. Pophouse said the transaction remains subject to customary closing conditions.

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Danielle Adewusi Crowned Miss Universe Nigeria 2026

Danielle Adewusi, representing Lagos State, has been crowned Miss Universe Nigeria 2026 after competing against 19 other contestants at the national finale in Lagos. The event took place on Sunday, 27 September, at Balmoral Hall in Victoria Island. Adewusi secured the title after the competition was narrowed to five finalists representing Cross River, Ekiti, Edo,

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Woman says rape allegation against Jay-Z was false in court filing

A woman who accused American rapper Jay-Z of raping her when she was 13 has withdrawn the allegation in a sworn declaration filed in a New York federal court. The woman, identified in legal documents as Jane Doe, said she had never met or spoken to the musician, whose legal name is Shawn Carter. “Shawn

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BBNaija Season 11: Barry’s Veto Sends All 10 Remaining Housemates Into Finale

All 10 remaining contestants in Big Brother Naija Season 11 have secured places in the finale after Barry used his Ultimate Veto Power to grant immunity to the entire house. The decision came on Monday evening after Keivo won the Week Nine Head of House challenge. Shortly afterwards, Big Brother gathered the contestants in the

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Jerry Eze Visits El-Roi Orphanage, Shares Update on Children’s Adoption

Nigerian pastor Jerry Eze and his wife, Pastor Eno Jerry, have visited the El-Roi Orphanage Home to spend time with children receiving care at the facility. Eze, the founder and lead pastor of Streams of Joy International, shared footage from the visit on Saturday, 19 September. In the video, the couple and other members of

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Veteran Nollywood Actor Olu Jacobs Dies at 84

Veteran Nigerian actor and film executive Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, has died at the age of 84. His wife, veteran actress Joke Silva, and their son, Olusoji Jacobs, announced his death in a family statement released on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. The family described him as the “Lion of Lufodo” and

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Poco Lee’s UK Plea Hearing Moved to February 2027 as Trial Date Is Set

Nigerian dancer and entertainer Iweh Pascal Odinaka, popularly known as Poco Lee, is expected to return to a London court in February 2027 to enter a plea over five alleged sexual offences. Snaresbrook Crown Court has fixed February 8, 2027, for a plea and trial preparation hearing. His trial is currently scheduled to begin on

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Mo Abudu Reflects on Producing Her First Film at 50 as She Turns 62

Nigerian media entrepreneur Mo Abudu has reflected on producing her first feature film at the age of 50, as she encouraged people not to abandon their ambitions because they believe they are too old to begin. The founder of EbonyLife Media shared the message while celebrating her 62nd birthday on 11 September 2026. In a

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Lamiley Wins Third GMB@20 Star Performer Award After Powerful Cultural Tribute

Lamiley, the Greater Accra Region representative in Ghana’s Most Beautiful 2026, has secured her third Star Performer award of the season following her portrayal of Naa Dode Akaabi. She received the latest weekly honour after the competition’s Week Eight programme, broadcast on Sunday, 13 September 2026. The contestants performed under the theme, “Heroes and Heroines

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12 women’s perfumes to consider in 2026

Choosing a perfume is personal. A fragrance that feels warm and elegant on one person may smell sharper or sweeter on someone else because of skin chemistry, weather and the way it is applied. This selection brings together 12 well-known women’s fragrances covering floral, woody, vanilla, amber and gourmand scent profiles. They are not ranked,

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