Dua Lipa celebrated turning 31 with husband Callum Turner, marking her first birthday as a wife during a quieter, more settled stage of her life.

A bill now moving through the National Assembly could change how NGOs, churches, mosques, hospitals and even government agencies receive money from abroad. Here’s what’s actually in it and why it has civil society sounding the alarm. On July 22, 2026, the Nigerian Senate passed a bill titled the Foreign Aid, Grants and Donation Regulation […] The post Nigeria Is About To Pass A Bill That Could Put Your Church’s Offering Under Government Watch appeared first on Moji Delano | BLOGGER | ENTERTAINER | DIGITAL MEDIA STRATEGIST.

For major mobile network operators, this represents a rare fresh pool of growth in a saturated market. Here’s every number behind it. More than 20 million Nigerians currently live in communities with no telecom coverage at all, according to the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani. This is happening in a […] The post 20 Million Nigerians Are About to Get Network for the First Time appeared first on Moji Delano | BLOGGER | ENTERTAINER | DIGITAL MEDIA STRATEGIST.

Why the toothpaste, drugs, and food on Nigerian shelves can no longer be trusted and what it’s doing to our kidneys On August 2, 2026, Leo Da Silva quote-tweeted a post asking, “Have you noticed the surge in mouth odour lately?” with his own blunt diagnosis: “It’s fake toothpaste. The toothpaste coming into Nigeria, I […] The post Nigeria Is Suffering From A Fake Product Epidemic appeared first on Moji Delano | BLOGGER | ENTERTAINER | DIGITAL MEDIA STRATEGIST.

A foreign journalist gave it a nickname in 2002. In 2026, it’s a multi-billion-naira industry, split into at least four distinct sub-industries, still arguing about what to call itself. Say “Nollywood” and everyone, from Lagos to London, knows what you mean. But almost nobody agrees on the details underneath the word: who actually coined it, […] The post Was The Nigerian Movie Industry Named “Nollywood” By A Japanese Man? appeared first on Moji Delano | BLOGGER | ENTERTAINER | DIGITAL MEDIA STRATEGIST.

Many everyday account holders unknowingly spent the mistaken credits only to face legal action nearly two years later. One Friday evening in September 2024, money suddenly showed up in bank accounts across Nigeria. It wasn’t sent by anyone, and no one lost funds to pay for it. A glitch in the national transfer system simply […] The post How 176 Nigerians Are Being Sued By NIBSS Over N13.66 Billion Paid To Accounts Due To Software Error appeared first on Moji Delano | BLOGGER | ENTERTAINER | DIGITAL MEDIA STRATEGIST.

UI and UNILAG lead the country. Here’s what the ranking actually measures, and what Nigeria’s universities are up against. The July 2026 Webometrics Ranking of World Universities is out, and the headline sounds like good news: University of Ibadan is Nigeria’s top-rated institution, University of Lagos is second. Together with University of Nigeria, Nsukka and […] The post Over 32,000 Universities Across The World Were Ranked But Nigeria’s Best Isn’t Even In The Top 1,000 appeared first on Moji Delano | BLOGGER | ENTERTAINER | DIGITAL MEDIA STRATEGIST.

Here’s what OMO bills are and what it means for your investments On August 12, 2026, the Central Bank of Nigeria quietly reversed a policy that had shut ordinary Nigerians out of one of the country’s highest-yielding, lowest-risk investment instruments for seven straight years. Individuals, companies, and non-bank financial institutions can now buy Open Market […] The post CBN Just Reopened a Market Nigerians Were Locked Out of for 7 Years appeared first on Moji Delano | BLOGGER | ENTERTAINER | DIGITAL MEDIA STRATEGIST.

300,000 attempts annually, yet the law punished the survivors. Here is Nigeria’s mental health reform, explained. On Wednesday, the Federal Executive Council approved a landmark amendment to Nigeria’s National Mental Health Act that would strip away a law older than the country’s independence. The amendment, if passed by the National Assembly, would decriminalise attempted suicide […] The post Nigeria Wants to Treat Suicide Attempts as a Cry for Help, Not a Crime appeared first on Moji Delano | BLOGGER | ENTERTAINER | DIGITAL MEDIA STRATEGIST.

A licensing dispute seven years in the making has now made airport rides more expensive for everyone. Here’s the full breakdown. Reports trace the suspension to a letter from FAAN’s Director of Commercial and Business Development, Adebola Joy Agunbiade, directing Bolt to immediately cease all commercial operations at FAAN-managed airports pending the finalisation of its […] The post FAAN vs. Uber and Bolt: The Airport Standoff Explained appeared first on Moji Delano | BLOGGER | ENTERTAINER | DIGITAL MEDIA STRATEGIST.

Davido says one of his biggest fears is not knowing when to quit music, opening a wider conversation about fame, longevity and life after superstardom.

Ayra Starr’s Starrgirl album arrives as a bolder third chapter, blending personal growth, global Afrobeats ambition and major collaborations.

Tate McRae’s catalog jumped 18% in U.S. streaming after her Osheaga and Lollapalooza performances sparked buzz around a possible new pop era.

Ryan Gosling’s Ghost Rider movie now has a 2028 release date, extending the Canadian actor’s growing franchise partnership with director Shawn Levy.

Shania Twain’s Little Miss Twain revisits her northern Ontario roots, childhood memories and early music years as the personal album charts in Canada.

Erling Haaland debuted a buzzcut after the 2026 World Cup, calling the haircut a fresh start after years of wearing his signature long blond hair.

Post Malone and Christy Lee are engaged after a friend shared photos of Lee wearing a diamond ring, bringing new attention to their private romance.

Jay-Z’s 2026 net worth is estimated at $2.8 billion, driven by music ownership, Roc Nation, liquor deals, investments, art and technology stakes.

Barbara Eden turns 95 with a career that stretches far beyond I Dream of Jeannie, from Elvis-era film roles to stage work, television and decades of fan…

Sandra Bullock has opened up about Bryan Randall’s private ALS battle, the grief that followed his death, and why Practical Magic 2 marks a deliberate return to…

Port Harcourt has retained hosting rights for the 2026 Nigeria Premier Basketball League playoffs, marking the fourth consecutive year the Rivers State capital will stage the competition. The League Management Committee of the Nigeria Basketball Federation announced a slight change to the original schedule, moving the Phase Three playoffs from August 22–29 to August 29–September […] The post Port Harcourt Selected as Host for NPBL Playoffs appeared first on Media Room Hub.

President Bola Tinubu is set to lead a renewed continental drive to ensure Africa derives greater economic value from its vast mineral resources instead of continuing to export them largely in raw form. Tinubu, who chairs the General Assembly of the Africa Minerals Strategy Group, will preside over the group’s Third High-Level Roundtable on Critical […] The post President Tinubu Drives New Strategy to Maximize Africa’s Mineral Wealth appeared first on Media Room Hub.

Veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, widely known as Ogogo, will be laid to rest in his hometown of Ilaro, Ogun State, on Monday, August 24, 2026. Hassan died at about 3 p.m. on Sunday at the age of 66, according to a burial announcement made by fellow veteran actor Jide Kosoko on Instagram. Following his […] The post Nollywood Veteran Taiwo Hassan ‘Ogogo’ to Be Buried in Ilaro Monday appeared first on Media Room Hub.

Seven celebrity travel habits range from no-packing and hotel-room rearranging to music, food and wellness rituals—with practical lessons for ordinary trips.

The August 24-30 culture calendar includes The Whisper Man, Alabama Shakes, Leanne, Star Wars Zero Company and more across streaming, music and games.

James Cameron’s estimated $1.1 billion fortune comes largely from film salaries, backend deals, licensing and ownership tied to Avatar and other hits.

Usain Bolt proposed to longtime partner Kasi Bennett at his 40th birthday celebration after 13 years together and three children.

Eminem is auctioning more than 100 signed sneakers from his personal collection to benefit the Marshall Mathers Foundation’s work with Detroit-area youth.

Amy Lee says Evanescence's Sanctuary era blends personal healing, public anger and the influences that have shaped her voice since the band's breakthrough.

Weezer's Gold Album sees Rivers Cuomo openly use streaming data and fan expectations to guide the band's 20th record back toward its 1990s guitar sound.

Ridley Scott returns to science fiction with The Dog Stars, a post-pandemic thriller starring Jacob Elordi that puts hope and human connection at its center.

Glenn Close surprised D23 by returning as Cruella De Vil, linking her classic Disney performance to the company's new Villains Land plans.

Kelly Rowland joins The Voice UK judging panel for 2026, bringing Destiny's Child experience, talent-show know-how and a new dynamic to ITV's singing competition.

At 85, Martha Stewart's story spans modeling, Wall Street, catering, publishing, television, prison, reinvention and one of America's most durable lifestyle brands.

Alix Earle's Cymbiotika investment shows how leading influencers are moving beyond sponsorships toward equity, ownership and longer-term business roles.

Charlie Sheen's Mostly Sheenius podcast turns decades of fame into a creator-led media business built around interviews, direct audience access and repeatable content.