In 2023, the Nigerian leisure scene witnessed a flurry of headlines that ranged from pleasant to perplexing, leaving followers in awe.

The yr unfolded a mixture of good, dangerous, and sensational information, capturing the eye of Nigerians and overseas followers.

Here’s a recap of the tales that outlined the leisure panorama in 2023:

1. Yul Edochie’s Loss:
Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie, confronted a heartbreaking second as he misplaced his first son, Kambilichukwu Edochie, two months after celebrating the younger boy’s sixteenth birthday together with his spouse, Mary Edochie.

2. Banky W’s Alleged Infidelity:
Singer Banky W discovered himself within the highlight when rumours circulated about his alleged affair together with his ex-signee, Niyiola. The speculations, fueled by the Instagram weblog, Gistlover, led to a public outcry, with followers scrutinising the singer’s actions and responses.

3. Anita Brown’s revelation about Davido:
The American ‘model’ Anita Brown stirred up a storm by initially claiming to be carrying Davido’s little one, solely to retract the assertion, citing a hacked Instagram account.

Subsequently, she supplied proof of her previous relationship with Davido, together with messages the place the singer’s cousin allegedly requested her to terminate the being pregnant. Anita’s rollercoaster of accusations, repentance, and forgiveness left netizens on edge, anticipating additional bombshells.

4. Yvonne Nelson’s Explosive Memoir:
While Nigerians grappled with Anita Brown’s revelations, Ghanaian actress Yvonne Nelson, captivated viewers together with her memoir, “I am Not Yvonne Nelson.” The ebook delved into stunning features of her life, together with her mom’s deception about her father’s identification, an alleged being pregnant for Ghanaian rapper, Sarkodie, and accusations of her ex-lover, Iyanya, dishonest with actress Tonto Dikeh.

5. Seun Kuti’s Arrest:
Seun Kuti, son of Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti, confronted authorized troubles as he was arrested for allegedly assaulting a police officer. A viral video confirmed Kuti engaged in a confrontation with the officer, leading to his arrest.

6. Hilda Baci’s Guinness World Record:
Nigerian chef  Hilda Effiong Bassey, often called Hilda Baci, surpassed the Guinness World Record for the “longest cooking marathon by an individual,” showcasing her culinary prowess by reaching a exceptional 93 hours and 11 minutes.

7. MohBad’s Death:
The Nigerian music scene mourned the lack of Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, aka MohBad, a former Marlian document signee who handed away on the age of 27. The information left the business in sorrow and led to unsolved controversies.

8. Mr. Ibu’s Health Struggles:
Comic actor, John Okafor, popularly often called Mr. Ibu, confronted a well being disaster that left him bedridden. He additionally had his leg amputated and is at present recuperating.

9. Naira Marley’s Anti-Drug Message:
Naira Marley, recognized for his controversial music, stunned followers by visiting the Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency and campaigning in opposition to drug abuse. The “Soapy” singer urged Nigerian youths to keep away from dangerous substances.

10. Davido’s Grammy Nomination:
Afrobeats sensation, Davido, achieved a major milestone with three Grammy nominations for the 2024 Grammy Awards. The nominations included Best Global Album for “Timeless,” Best African Performance for “Unavailable,” and Best Global Music Performance for “Feel,” marking a historic second in his profession.

2023 proved to be a yr of intense revelations, triumphs, and challenges shaping the narratives of Nigeria’s vibrant leisure panorama.