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UniLife Debuts In Lagos, Excites Movie Buffs

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UniLife Debuts In Lagos, Excites Movie Buffs

Two hours before the official launch of the Nollywood drama series, UniLife, guests including cast, crew, entertainment industry leaders, influencers and press were on red carpet last Sunday to celebrate the debut of a series poised to redefine young adult storytelling in Africa. The colourful session featured interviews, photos, and behind-the-scenes conversations with the creative minds behind UniLife.

The event organizsed by 9jaStudio Entertainment at its Lagos production studio facility in Magodo, Lagos was streamed live on YouTube 9jaStudio Channel for guests to watch. But at 6 pm, guests were all seated in a banquet style setting within the double volume studio space. They were glued to their screens and watched back to back the first three gripping episodes of UniLife (where secrets, love and danger collide) on their mobile phones. The crowd’s reaction ranged from emotional to electrified, confirming the show’s resonance with young audiences hungry for relatable, high-stakes drama.

UniLife follows the lives of Nigerian university students as they navigate the highs and lows of campus life. But what begins as a coming-of-age drama quickly unravels into a compelling thriller when a missing student’s mysterious death sends shockwaves throughout the campus. 9jaStudio Founder, Producer and Showrunner Mr. Frank Adekunle Macaulay said the series is more than just entertainment adding that it tackles real social issues on Nigerian campuses.

“It’s about telling the truth of our youth with courage, creativity, and conviction. UniLife dives deep into the real life wahala: peer pressure, cultism, religion, class struggles, the hustle for identity that take place on our campuses,” he added.

The event also served as a showcase for the fresh talent emerging from 9jaStudio’s Screen Acting Boot Camp (SABC), where many of the cast were trained in specific screen acting techniques. With a majority Gen-Z cast and production team, UniLife proudly represents a new era in Nollywood.

According to Macaulay, following the premiere, new episodes will drop every Thursday in June, starting with Episode 4 on June 5th and culminating with the drama

tic series finale, Episode 7, on June 26th. Macaulay brings over two decades of experience working with young creatives. His vision is rooted in portraying real Nigerian youth stories often ignored by the mainstream. 9jaStudio aims to deliver bold, authentic youth content to amplify the voices of the next generation.

He disclosed that 9jaStudio Entertainment runs a unique and bespoke Screen Acting Boot Camp (SABC) training that serves as a talent launch-pad, equipping aspiring actors and filmmakers with hands-on immersive experiences and direct entry into the industry.

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Davido Slams Sophia Momodu’s Lawyer After Custody Case Is Dropped

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Nigerian music star, Davido Adeleke, better known as Davido, has publicly called out the lawyer representing his first baby mama, Sophia Momodu, following their recent court session over joint custody of their daughter, Imade Adeleke.

Daily voice  recalls that drama ensued during the court proceedings when Sophia’s lawyer questioned how Davido could guarantee Imade’s safety when he was unable to protect his son, Ifeanyi, who passed away in October 2022.

The lawyer’s comment ticked Davido off, who reportedly lost his cool and slammed the lawyer in the courtroom.

The court proceedings were halted for a while, and when the court reconvened, the judge asked Davido to apologise to the court and the lawyer, but the singer reportedly refused, insisting he can never apologise to the lawyer for using his deceased son against him.

Taking to social media shortly after the hearing, Davido did not hold back, accusing the lawyer of being unprofessional during the proceedings.

The singer also expressed anger that his late son, Ifeanyi, was mentioned during the session, describing the move as insensitive given what he and his wife have been through.

Davido further called the lawyer a wicked human being, insisting that he defeated her during the courtroom exchange.

He wrote, “@belachukwu I disgraced you in the courtroom. I was teaching you your work, you couldn’t even take it and then went on to mention my son… like I said in the courtroom. I pray you never go through what me and my wife have gone through ever… and you were still smilling smirking… You are a wicked human being. You are the worst lawyer ever. I beat you in court! you are not learned.”

 

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

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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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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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