On Monday, September 7, 2026, the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, hosted American NBA star Jaylen Brown at his palace in Ile‑Ife and bestowed on him the traditional Yoruba name “Babatunde,” meaning “Father has returned.”Brown, who plays for the Boston Celtics, has openly spoken about reconnecting with Africa and the diaspora…

The post EPL: Arsenal wrongly denied penalty against Aston Villa — Panel appeared first on Kemi Filani News. The Premier League’s Key Match Incidents Panel has ruled that Arsenal should have been awarded a penalty at Aston Villa for Ian Maatsen’s challenge on Bruno Guimaraes. The KMI Panel also said Maatsen should also have received a second yellow card for the foul, and been sent off. Mikel Arteta’s men were leading 1-0 eight [...] The post EPL: Arsenal wrongly denied penalty against Aston Villa — Panel appeared first on Kemi Filani News.

WCW Hailings......WEDNESDAY MEMOI salute everybody eeeeeeehI am too excited cos good things are happening behind, in the real World....A Miracle that sounds like a lie will happen to some of you before this months…...I am prophesying with my faith into your broken situation and it will happen...I am about to make Cappuccino…..This OMAD that i am doing is really working kaiiiiiiiiiiiii…..I feel

Lagos has restaurants for every taste bud, and in this article, we look at and rank restaurants curated for people who enjoy intercontinental meals. Here are our top 10 intercontinental restaurants in Lagos to check out.  Shiro is one of Lagos’s most talked-about Pan-Asian restaurants, and it is number 1 on our list. If you... Read More Read » Ranked! The 10 Intercontinental Restaurants That We Think You Should Check Out on YNaija

The post Eniola Badmus writes to Tobi Adegboyega, Olakunle Churchill over their good gesture on her birthday appeared first on Kemi Filani News. Nollywood actress Eniola Badmus has written a heartfelt note to Pastor Tobi Adegboyega and Olakunle Churchill. The movie star, who turned a year older a day ago, said words can hardly express how much she appreciates everything Pastor Tobi does for her. In a note to Olakunle Churchill, she thanked him for always coming through [...] The post Eniola Badmus writes to Tobi Adegboyega, Olakunle Churchill over their good gesture on her birthday appeared first on Kemi Filani News.

 

Edo State House of Assembly Minority Leader Hon. Natasha Osawaru has been spotted in a video she posted on her status juggling motherhood with her official duties as she stepped out for a stroll with her nanny and her infant son, “Tubaby.”

Actor Pete Edochie was recently in Lagos and when fellow actor Chioma Okoye heard, she contacted his management and offered to host him…She went with her crew and her husband to whom she has been married to for about two years….Chioma, her husband and her excited husband made things happen and the Legend himself Pete Edochie happily prayedThis is what Chioma said…''Why do we wait until people are

GKC/GKF Op-ed What Peller, iShowSpeed, Ọsẹ Dúdú, and Africa’ s first purpose-built Global Knowledge Centre reveal about the intelligence we overlook. Over the past month, the phrase Olodo Uprising has moved from social media commentary into wider Nigerian conversations about what our society rewards, who we consider intelligent, and whether intellectual rigour is losing cultural... Read More Read » The Olodo Uprising and the Knowledge We Fail to See on YNaija

Fashion designer Veekee James has set tongues wagging after an unfiltered photo of her surfaced online. In the image, she appears naturally beautiful, and very different from the ones posted from a wedding she attended a few days back...These Nigerians netizens will be Online trolling and dragging what they dont know....Veekee just had a baby and is still breastfeeding so let her be…She looks

The post “His aura was so calm and powerful” – Peggy Ovire recounts first meeting with Pete Edochie appeared first on Kemi Filani News. Nollywood actress Peggy Ovire has recounted her first meeting with legendary actor Pete Edochie. She said the veteran carries so much grace, and from the first day she met him, she felt it. According to her, Pete’s aura was calm and powerful, as though a gentle wind of peace entered the room with him. Peggy [...] The post “His aura was so calm and powerful” – Peggy Ovire recounts first meeting with Pete Edochie appeared first on Kemi Filani News.

On September 8, 2026 Nigerian Singer, Banky W made a post sharing photos of his mum Pastor Rosemary being celebrated on her 70th Birthday...He wrote, " 70 year. Three generations. One faithful God. And an extraordinary woman, surrounded by the family that now trusts in the God that she taught us to know. That is the greatest legacy of all.Happy 70th birthday again to my Mom, the incomparable

There is a growing habit in Nigerian entertainment where getting close to a celebrity has become part of the content itself. A creator sees an artist at the airport, follows them through the terminal, approaches them again at a club and keeps the camera running until something worth posting happens. The recent attention around Mavo... Read More Read » Why Nigerian Creators Feel Entitled to Celebrities on YNaija

Nigeria is adopting 112 as its single, toll‑free national emergency number to make it easier for citizens to get urgent help during fires, road crashes, medical emergencies or security threats.The unified number is expected to speed up response times and ensure that people in distress do not have to struggle to remember multiple agency phone lines.

The U.S. Embassy in Abuja from August 1, 2026 stopped processing regular visa applications and Applicants now need to go to the U.S. Consulate in Lagos for these services.The change is part of a U.S. plan to move routine visa services in Africa to regional centres to improve security, screening and efficiency.Lagos is now Nigeria’s regional visa centre, along with centres in Accra, Abidjan, Addis

A few days after 26‑year‑old Nollywood actress and content creator Nimmy Ferrari died from complications of a failed fibroid operation and was buried, her mother has come out publicly in tears, begging Nigerians for help over what she alleges is happening.She claimed that Nimmy’s father’s family does not want the young woman to remain buried in the house she built. According to her, the father

Shodade Solomon Segun, professionally known as “Shoday,” is a 25-year-old Nigerian Afrobeat singer and songwriter. He began his career in the Nigerian music scene in 2021 with the release of his single “Dey4you,” which he released independently through Azuri and received a co-sign from Don Jazzy. In 2022, he broke through with “Caution,” which earned... Read More Read » Shoday Has Been Added To The YNaija Masterlist on YNaija

HOT looking Nollywood actor Jide Awobona posted about the challenges that come with his chosen career. He wrote: "Choose your career wisely. Mine will test your blood pressure, your patience, your sanity, your finances, your relationships...…''

The post Messi agrees to buy Spanish second-tier club appeared first on Kemi Filani News. Inter Miami forward, Lionel Messi, has reached a preliminary agreement to purchase Spanish second-tier club Eldense. ESPN reports that the deal is subject to the completion of due diligence and approval from Spain’s National Sports Council. Eldense are currently owned by Colombian investment group Grupo TH, which also has clubs in Colombia and Switzerland. If [...] The post Messi agrees to buy Spanish second-tier club appeared first on Kemi Filani News.

The post “How my pregnancy didn’t allow me to really enjoy my honeymoon” – TikToker Jarvis laments (Video) appeared first on Kemi Filani News. Content creator and streamer Elizabeth Amadou, better known as Jarvis or Jardrolita, has opened up about her honeymoon experience. During a recent livestream, the content creator, who got married a month ago, said she didn’t enjoy her honeymoon as it didn’t live up to her expectations. She shared her expectations for a honeymoon, saying couples [...] The post “How my pregnancy didn’t allow me to really enjoy my honeymoon” – TikToker Jarvis laments (Video) appeared first on Kemi Filani News.

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Actress and activist Iyabo Ojo has reacted to the controversy involving businesswoman Liz Anjorin, and insisted that anyone making allegations must be ready to provide evidence.She also wrote that she would never post anything fake on social media.She stated that no one is above the law and urged the public not to be deceived by people who come online claiming to have proof without ever

Legendary Actor Pete Edochie was recently a guest on Isbae U's online show, Curiosity Made Me Ask and Host Isbae U asked the legendary veteran actor to name his favorite actor.Pete stated plainly, “I am bigger than all of them. Who's going to be my favourite actor?''

The post Eniola Badmus shows off the luxury bags and other expensive gifts she received on her birthday (Video) appeared first on Kemi Filani News. Nollywood actress Eniola Badmus has shown off the gifts she received on her birthday. The movie star and political figure, who turned a new age days ago, shared a video on her social media page of the gifts she received. In the clip, Badmus was seen unboxing her birthday presents, which included luxury bags, flowers, [...] The post Eniola Badmus shows off the luxury bags and other expensive gifts she received on her birthday (Video) appeared first on Kemi Filani News.

On Tuesday September 8, 2026, The Nigeria Football Federation has appointed Augustine Eguavoen as interim head coach for the Super Falcons tasking him with the second round 2028 Olympic qualifiers against Comoros on October 9 and 13 at Remo Stars Stadium.Augustine Eguavoen, the NFF Technical Director and former Super Eagles head coach with a 2006 Africa Cup of Nations bronze, will be assisted by

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed September 19, 2026 for the conduct of five by-elections in Gombe, Kano, Bauchi and Delta. The Chief Press Secretary to the INEC chairman, Tunde Oketola, disclosed this in an interview with NAN on Tuesday in Abuja.*********' Official campaigns for the upcoming governorship and State Houses of Assembly elections across the country

The post Sarah Martins makes intercession to God for Larry Hoover and Poco Lee appeared first on Kemi Filani News. Nollywood actress Sarah Martins has written a heartfelt note to God for Larry Hoover and Poco Lee. On her social media page, she noted that life is underrated and reminisced about the time she had fun with Larry Hoover and Poco Lee. Now, Larry has been sentenced to 20 years’ imprisonment, and Poco Lee is [...] The post Sarah Martins makes intercession to God for Larry Hoover and Poco Lee appeared first on Kemi Filani News.

Chief Imam Tajudeen Adewunmi of Ilaro, Ogun State, has returned the entire ₦25 million late actor Taiwo Hassan (Ogogo) kept with him before his death.Ogogo reportedly sent the money while ill, asking the Imam to hold it in case he travelled to India for treatment. The Imam clarified that the money was strictly meant to rebuild Ogogo’s grandfather’s house, not for any mosque project as

Singer Wizkid has shared new photos that has set tongues wagging because he is so cool, he might freeze your Internet! (Please check)This is not hyping but Star boy is practically one of the few singers Nigeria has that gives the Profession relevance and presence!And in case the photograph itself does not wag your tongue, please take another look at the Jewellery and start talking!

The post “I am not an ordinary actress or celebrity; I don’t post anything fake” – Iyabo Ojo issues statement amid attacks on her family appeared first on Kemi Filani News. Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has spoken out about the constant attacks on her family. In a lengthy post on her social media page, the accuser alleges that their claims are just proof and admonished the public not to be easily manipulated by those claiming to have proof and evidence. Iyabo noted how she has never [...] The post “I am not an ordinary actress or celebrity; I don’t post anything fake” – Iyabo Ojo issues statement amid attacks on her family appeared first on Kemi Filani News.

The post “Yoruba started making movies before any tríbe in Nollywood” – Yemi Solade doubles down on his seniority to Pete Edochie (Video) appeared first on Kemi Filani News. Nollywood actor Yemi Solade has broken silence on his statement about Pete Edochie. Kemi Filani reported that in a previous interview, the popular actor bragged about his seniority to Pete Edochie in acting. Though he acknowledged that Pete is older than he is, he said he had been in the industry for 48 years and is [...] The post “Yoruba started making movies before any tríbe in Nollywood” – Yemi Solade doubles down on his seniority to Pete Edochie (Video) appeared first on Kemi Filani News.