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I’m Not The One Hindering Your Progress – Funke Akindele

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1 week ago

January 31, 2026

Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele, has stated that she is not hindering anyone’s progress in the movie industry. Her statement comes amidst a remark from her colleague, Kunle Afolayan, who questioned the use of dance as a movie marketing strategy.

Daily voice reports that Afolayan had described marketing in the industry as exhausting, recalling his experience.

“In 2006, I did all the runs, and it was exhausting. I want to make a film if you can guarantee I don’t have to dance to sell that film.

“We need to come up with other strategies. How do we sell without exhausting ourselves?

I don’t know how the likes of Funke Akindele and others are doing it, creating skits every day, changing costumes all the time. I can’t do it,” he said.

Reacting in a series of Instagram posts, the actress dismissed suggestions that her approach to movie promotion was hindering the progress of others in the industry,

“I’m not the one hindering your progress. Ka rin ka po, yiye nin ye ni,” she wrote.

She further stated that the entertainment industry was large enough for everyone to thrive, urging colleagues to explore alternative approaches rather than criticising existing ones.

“If you can’t beat them or join them, create your own path. No allow jealousy burn you. The sky is so big for everybody to fly,” Akindele added. The actress also encouraged filmmakers who find the current trend exhausting to adopt other promotional strategies or engage professional marketing firms.

“Go ahead and create alternative promotion or marketing strategies for promoting your business, or hire a company to handle it. You can do it. The opportunities are endless, and everyone has their own path. I’m focused on mine, and I have faith in God’s plan for me,” she said.

Akindele is currently Nollywood’s highest-grossing filmmaker with her movie ‘Behind The Scenes, released in 2025, grossing ₦2,407,000,000. She is well known for her energetic promotional style, often involving dance videos and comedy skits used to market her films across social media platforms.

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SO SAD: Tears As Aunty Ajara Passes Away Following Battle With Kidney Ailment, Pregnancy

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3 days ago

February 5, 2026

The Daily Voice

Ridwan Lasisi, the elder brother of petite actress Aunty Ajara, has shared the sad news of her demise.

The actress had been battling for her life for some time while receiving treatment in the hospital, prompting her colleagues to appeal to Nigerians for financial assistance.

A few days after several actors made posts about her condition, Mama Nonetwork shared updates on what had truly happened to the actress.

According to her, Aunty Ajara was battling pregnancy complications as well as kidney-related issues. It was added that her condition was not improving, leading to renewed calls for donations to support her treatment.

In a new video that has been making the rounds online, Ridwan announced that the actress had passed away.

In the recording, Ridwan stated that doctors confirmed the sad news of Aunty Ajara’s passing overnight. Appreciation was expressed to her colleagues who stood by the family during the difficult period.

Gratitude was also extended to Nigerians and fans who donated towards her treatment. It was explained that donations should stop, as the actress is no more.

According to him, the appeal for funds was made because of Aunty Ajara, and with her passing, there was no longer a need for further contributions.

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Davido Breaks Silence After Grammy Loss

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6 days ago

February 2, 2026

Uthman Abdulganiyu

Nigerian singer Davido has broken his silence following his loss at the 2026 Grammy Awards held on Sunday, February 1.

Daily voice reports that his song featuring Omah Lay, With You was nominated in the Best African Music Performance category, but he did not take home the prize.

After the awards night, the singer shared photos from the event on his Instagram page, with the caption, “Oluwa Dey My Side.” South African star Tyla had clinched the prize for Best African Music Performance category for her song Push 2 Start.

The category featured several Nigerian artistes, including Burna Boy with Love, Davido with With You featuring Omah Lay, and the joint entry from Ayra Starr and Wizkid titled Gimme Dat. Also nominated was Hope & Love by Eddy Kenzo and Mehran Matin. Despite the heavy Nigerian presence, none of the country’s nominees emerged victorious.

The Best African Music Performance category was created to give African sounds wider global attention, and this year’s shortlist once again reflected Nigeria’s strong impact in the music space, with three Nigerian acts making the final list.

Tyla’s latest win makes her a two-time recipient of the Best African Music Performance award. She first claimed the honor in 2024 with Water, becoming the first artiste to win the category. Tyla, 24, is a South African singer and songwriter known for blending amapiano, pop and R&B sounds.

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Grammys: Kendrick Lamar Surpasses Jay-Z As Most-Awarded Rapper

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6 days ago

February 2, 2026

Uthman Abdulganiyu

Kendrick Lamar swept the rap categories at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, winning all four. His album ‘GNX’ won the Best Rap Album, while his collaboration with Lefty Gunplay, ‘TV Off’ clinched the Best Rap Song.

His SZA-assisted hit, ‘Luther’ won the Best Melodic Rap Performance while his collaboration with Clipse, ‘Chains & Whips’ took home the Best Rap Performance award.

‘Luther’ also won the highly coveted Record of the Year award.

After sweeping the rap categories and also winning the Record of the Year at this year’s year Grammys, Lamar surpassed Jay-Z (25) as the most-awarded rapper, with 27 Grammies.

Meanwhile, Olivia Dean won the Best New Artist at the 2026 Grammy, beating stiff competition from Leon Thomas, KATSEYE, Addison Rae, and Lola Young.

Dean continued the streak of only women winning Best New Artist at the Grammys since 2017.

Billie Eilish won the Song of the Year for ‘Wildflower’ for a record time.

Puerto Rican singer Bad Bunny’s ‘Debí Tirar Más Fotos’ makes history as the first Spanish language ‘Album of the Year’ winner in Grammys history.

Pharrell Williams received the Dr. Dre Global Impact award at this year’s Grammys.

Beyoncé remains the most awarded artiste in Grammy history, with 35 wins.