How Hoodlums Stole Guests’ Phones During My Wedding – Peller

Popular TikTok personality Habeeb Hamzat, widely known as Peller, has alleged that suspected hoodlums stole mobile phones belonging to some guests during his traditional wedding in Lagos.

Peller made the claim during a TikTok livestream on Monday, saying the incidents happened outside the wedding venue while the ceremony was taking place.

According to him, several guests later reached out to complain that their phones were snatched by suspected agberos gathered around the area.

The content creator said he had already spent a considerable amount compensating some of the affected guests by replacing the stolen devices.

He blamed the thefts on the large number of hoodlums who allegedly crowded the surroundings of the venue.

“Agbero don occupy Lagos. No be small. Agbero plenty pass guests wey come to my wedding. Agbero plenty outside. People wey come say dem dey snatch their phones. Una know how many phone I don pay for?” he said.

Peller also recounted that a female guest reportedly had her phone stolen immediately after arriving at the entrance.

 

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“One girl, as she reach, na so dem snatch her phone for gate. Dem run away,” he added.

He further claimed that there was another disturbance outside the venue involving a road accident while he was inside celebrating with guests.

“Me wey I dey inside hall dey do my wedding, na so them say I kill person. Agbero stay for front of car. Them say comot, he no gree. The car owner vex con jam am,” he said.

Reflecting on the experience, Peller said he would not allow a similar situation during his white wedding scheduled for August 8.

“No worry, my white wedding no go be like the way una do that day. Na so I see one video wey car go jam one guy,” he said.

He had earlier announced that the white wedding would be a strictly private event with only 100 invited guests and that security personnel would be deployed to prevent unauthorised persons from gathering around the venue.

Peller and his partner, Elizabeth Amadou, popularly known as Jarvis, held their traditional wedding in Lagos on Saturday in a ceremony tagged #JP2026. The event drew celebrities, social media influencers and thousands of online viewers.

The wedding attracted significant public attention after the couple received several high-value gifts. Socialite Pascal Okechukwu, also known as Cubana Chief Priest, gifted them N10 million, while American TikTok personality Gregory Pizarro Jr. reportedly presented Peller with $20,000.

They also received a plot of land in Abuja valued at N150 million from real estate entrepreneur Lawrence Emmanuel and a fully furnished mansion in Abuja’s Life Camp area reportedly worth N400 million from businessman King Ochacho.

Guests at the ceremony included actress Iyabo Ojo, singer Zinoleesky, Priscilla Ojo and her husband, Tanzanian singer Juma Jux, Daddy Freeze, Papaya Ex, Tee Dollar, Aunty Ramota and other celebrities and content creators. Fuji musician Sule Alao Malaika performed at the event.

  

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I Was Dollar Millionaire At 30, At 35 I Was Working As A Labourer — Farooq Oreagba

Businessman Farooq Oreagba, popularly known as Mr. Steeze, has reflected on the highs and lows of his financial journey, revealing that he went from being a dollar millionaire at the age of 30 to working as a labourer in England just five years later after losing his banking job.

Oreagba made the revelation during an appearance on Ebuka Obi-Uchendu’s MENtality show, co-hosted by Banky W, where he spoke about wealth, materialism and the importance of life over money.

During the conversation, Oreagba posed a hypothetical question to Ebuka to illustrate his belief that life is more valuable than any amount of wealth.

“Ebuka I’m going to drop a few nuggets here. How much is money to you. Will a billionaire dollar satisfy you?” he asked.

 

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Responding, Ebuka said, “I’m not looking for satisfaction.”

Oreagba continued, “Okay now I’m going back to the first question about materialism and people chasing money but if I gave you 10 million dollars now, what would you say?”

Ebuka replied, “What would I say? I’ll call you from Miami to thank you.”

Oreagba then added, “But what if I told you you can have it but not live more than 24 hours to spend it what would you do?”

Ebuka responded, “I mean I could make 10 million dollars, so it’s not worth it.”

Using the exchange to make his point, Oreagba reflected on his own experience with wealth and hardship.

“Right. Then all of a sudden living now has more value. I was a dollar millionaire at 30, at 35 I was working as a labourer in England. I had my dream and all them I lost my job as a banker. To maintain that lifestyle I was hustling, doing all kinds of stuff… I had my priorities wrong.”

Oreagba said the experience taught him that many people spend too much time chasing money while neglecting what truly matters, noting that wealth alone does not define the value of life.

  

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I’m Strict When It Comes To Dating – Actress Teniola Aladese

Nollywood actress Teniola Aladese has opened up about her dating life, revealing that she is currently not in a relationship while describing herself as a strict person when it comes to dating.

Aladese made this known during an appearance on Pulse Nigeria’s Drink or Spill, where she was asked about her current relationship status. “I am trying my best, guys. I date, but currently I am not dating,” she said.

 

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The actress, who was also asked to name the most dramatic celebrity she knows, mentioned fellow actress Bisola Aiyeola, describing her as one of the most dramatic celebrities she has ever met. “That will be Bisola Aiyeola because I love her. She is one of the most dramatic celebrities I have ever met. She is one of my favourite people in the world and I love her for that,” Aladese said.

Sharing how she behaves in a relationship, Aladese described herself as strict when it comes to dating, although she believes her approach reflects a healthy level of firmness. “I am strict when it comes to dating. I disagree. I think a healthy level of strictness,” she said.

The actress also identified being overly analytical as one of her biggest red flags, explaining that her tendency to analyse situations extensively is also connected to her desire for communication. “My biggest red flag is probably that I am over analytical. I overanalyse a lot of things, which is why I like to communicate a lot,” she said.

Aladese also spoke about her on-screen chemistry with male actors, revealing that her preferred pairing has changed over time. “It used to be Uzor Arukwe; right now, I would say Taiye Arimoro,” she said.

  

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Xenophobia: South African Grammy-Winning Singer Tyla Cancels Lagos Concert After Calls For Boycott By Nigerians

South African singer Tyla Laura Seethal, popularly known as Tyla, has removed Lagos from the schedule of her A*POP World Tour amid calls by some Nigerians to boycott the concert over xenophobia concerns.

A review of the Grammy-winning singer’s official tour schedule on Friday showed that the Lagos concert, initially scheduled for December 22, was no longer listed.

The updated schedule retained her planned performances across Europe, North America and South Africa, but Nigeria was omitted from the destinations.

Her African tour dates now include Cape Town on January 4 and Johannesburg on January 9.

Tyla had announced Lagos as the only Nigerian city on the tour on Monday, generating mixed reactions among Nigerians on social media.

Some Nigerians demanded the cancellation of the concert, arguing that South African entertainers should not be welcomed in Nigeria while Nigerians continue to face reported xenophobic attacks in South Africa.

Others opposed the boycott, saying musicians should not be blamed for the actions of governments or individuals.

 

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The Grammy-winning singer announced on Monday that she will perform in Lagos on December 22. The tour will wrap up with shows in Cape Town on January 4 and Johannesburg on January 9.

Her announcement quickly ignited debate on social media, where users expressed opposing views on whether the concert should go ahead.

While some Nigerians argued that the concert should be boycotted in solidarity with victims of the reported attacks, others maintained that entertainers should not be held responsible for the actions of governments or citizens.

Media personality Do2dtun took to X to question the identity of the concert promoter and called on the Nigeria Immigration Service to deny visas to Tyla and members of her team.

“Who is the promoter for the Tyla show? Nigerian Immigration, we are collectively imploring you to intentionally deny Tyla and her team visas as well. They can’t do this to our own and we welcome their own. Madness must match madness,” he wrote.

Author and relationship adviser Solomon Buchi also opposed the planned concert, saying Tyla had not publicly condemned the reported xenophobic attacks.

“Tyla is scheduled to perform in Nigeria this December, and that show must not take place. This is one time Nigerians have to come together and stand for something. After the xenophobic attacks we witnessed in South Africa and the way Nigerians have been treated, Tyla didn’t say a word. Now, all of a sudden, she wants to perform in Nigeria,” he wrote.

Content creator Buchi Laba criticised both the singer and the event organisers, saying it was insensitive to host the concert while many Nigerians remained upset over reports of attacks on Africans in South Africa.

“It is Tyla wanting to come do a show in Lagos that’s mind-boggling, and the promoters too. Your people told us to go back home and now you want to come to our home to perform. If Tyla cannot speak out when fellow South Africans are busy attacking Africans, then she should not perform in any African country,” he wrote.

However, activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore urged Nigerians not to direct their anger at the singer, arguing that political leaders should bear responsibility for the situation.

“Nigerians should direct their anger at their real enemies, the criminal leaders who destroyed our country, reduced our people to second-class citizens across Africa and the rest of the world, and the irresponsible South African leaders whose failures helped create the conditions for xenophobic violence.

“No one should hold a talented musician like Tyla liable for the crimes of xenophobia. Artistes are not responsible for the failures of politicians except where there is ample evidence they are enablers. Tyla’s Lagos concert must go on,” he wrote.

Some critics also faulted Tyla for not publicly commenting on the reported attacks. However, there is no evidence that the singer has supported or endorsed xenophobic violence.

The controversy comes as concerns continue to grow over the treatment of Nigerians and other African migrants in South Africa, with recurring incidents of xenophobic attacks repeatedly straining relations between citizens of both countries

  

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Groom Sues For Divorce Two Days After Wedding As Bride And Mother-Inlaw Exchange Slaps At Reception Over Food

A viral video recounting how an alleged altercation between a bride and her mother-in-law over food reportedly led to the collapse of a marriage has ignited heated reactions online, with many Nigerians divided over who was at fault.

The video, which gained traction on Friday, originated from a July 20 broadcast by Independent Television and Radio, Edo State.

According to the broadcaster, the incident occurred during a wedding reception after food had run out. A couple from the groom’s family reportedly arrived late, leaving only the portion of food the bride had reserved for her parents.

 

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The report alleged that the groom’s mother quietly asked the bride if she could give some of the remaining food to the visitors, who had travelled from a long distance. However, the bride reportedly declined.

It further claimed that when the mother-in-law attempted to serve the food herself, the bride collected it and poured it back into the cooler, prompting the older woman to slap her. The bride allegedly retaliated by slapping her mother-in-law.

According to the broadcast, the groom remained calm until the wedding reception ended but reportedly sought to dissolve the marriage two days later.

However, a lawyer, Franka Osie, clarified in the same broadcast that Nigerian law does not permit a statutory divorce after only two days of marriage.

Also speaking on the matter, another legal practitioner confirmed that under Nigeria’s Matrimonial Causes Act, “couples in a statutory marriage generally cannot file for divorce until they have been married for at least two years. However, a court may allow an earlier divorce in exceptional cases involving hardship or depravity. In some situations, an annulment may also be an option.”

The report has since triggered widespread debate on X, with users offering differing perspectives on the actions of the bride, the mother-in-law and the groom.

Reacting, #IdorenyinEtuk5 argued that neither woman handled the situation appropriately, while also faulting the groom.

“In my opinion, neither the mother-in-law nor the bride were right in their actions or reactions. The man himself had not shown that he has boundaries. If he did, neither woman would dare act in such manner.”

For #Georgec7ye, the issue highlighted a common problem at Nigerian weddings.

“This food sharing thing is a big issue. In some families, they even drag who should pick money from the floor. Couples need to make proper arrangements for both families so as to avoid being in such a situation.”

#omotoyosiwrites questioned whether the alleged incident alone could have ended the marriage.

“What could have led to the end of the marriage between two days? Maybe both parties are too aggressive and lack the maturity needed to resolve these issues.”

Some users defended the bride, insisting she reacted after being assaulted.

#MTamatey wrote:

“No one is condemning the mother-in-law for slapping her son’s wife first? The bride shouldn’t have defended herself? She was going to join an abusive family. I am glad it ended there.”

Similarly, #K3HDARX said:

“Two wrongs don’t make a right, but why did the mother-in-law slap the bride in the first place?”

Others, however, blamed the bride’s conduct.

#Spiritualsman wrote: “Home training is something this generation is lacking. No matter what, how will you struggle for food with your husband’s mother to the extent of slapping her?”

Suggesting the altercation may have exposed deeper issues, #CEDOkugbo said, “There are most likely underlying issues. I think the man must have ignored red flags… This is why it is essential to have a period of courtship.”

Also weighing in, #macbendaniels noted that disputes involving in-laws are common at weddings, “Wedding planning should include how to manage in-laws in the areas of food, drinks and souvenirs… Even after years of being married, the story doesn’t just end.”

Echoing the need for a longer courtship, #NeYo_2022 wrote:

“This is why it’s good to spend time getting to know someone before getting married… Taking time to know each other can help both partners make a more informed decision before marriage.”

The story continues to fuel conversations online, with many debating family boundaries, wedding etiquette, anger management and whether the alleged incident alone could justify the breakdown of a marriage.

  

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Why I Left My Acting Career And Relocated Abroad — Nollywood Actress Bukky Wright

Nollywood actress Bukky Wright has revealed that she stepped away from acting and relocated abroad to prioritise raising her children, saying she has no regrets about the decision.

The 59-year-old actress, who was a familiar face in Nigerian films before taking a lengthy break in the mid-2010s, made the revelation during an appearance on The Morayo Show.

Wright returned to the screen in January 2025 with her role in Something About the Briggs, marking her comeback after years away from the industry.

Reflecting on her absence, the actress admitted she left without informing her fans and said she owed them an apology.

 

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“I left the country many years ago because of my children, and I would do it over and over again if I had to. I think I need to apologise for leaving without letting my fans know, but mama duty called,” she said.

Explaining the reason behind her decision, Wright said her children were living abroad at the time, and she believed they needed their mother more than she needed her acting career.

“My children were abroad, and we all know how difficult it can be for boys to be without a mother’s love. So, I was ready to leave everything behind for them because they are my future.”

The actress also spoke about reviving Omotara Johnson, her 2008 film, saying the decision was driven by persistent requests from fans.

“My fans asked for the sequel to Omotara Johnson. They wanted it, so I decided to bring it back,” she added.

Wright revealed that she deliberately kept her return to acting under wraps until filming had been completed.

“I didn’t tell anybody I was coming back. A lot of people didn’t know I was shooting because I kept everything to myself. I’ve learnt that when you keep things close to your heart, they manifest better, and that really worked for me.

“…It’s the return of Omotara Johnson and the return of Bukky Wright, and I’m here to stay.”

Wright’s revelation echoes similar experiences shared by other Nigerian actresses. In 2022, veteran actress Sola Sobowale said she temporarily stepped away from the spotlight to care for her children while they attended universities in the United Kingdom.

  

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Don’t Let Me Die, Nollywood Star actress Ngozi Nwosu Cries Out, Seeks N30 Million For Urgent Life-saving Surgeries

Nollywood star actress, Ngozi Nwosu, has appealed to Nigerians for financial support to raise ₦30 million for three urgent life-saving surgeries, saying she has been hospitalised for three weeks and can no longer cope with the cost of her treatment.

The actress made the appeal in an emotional video shared on her Instagram page on Thursday, where she pleaded with her fans, family and colleagues not to abandon her as she battles her illness.

 

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“My people, my fans and my family, I know that you’ve not seen me in circulation for some time. I’ve been hospitalised now for three weeks. Please, the thing has gone beyond my control,” she said.

A visibly emotional Nwosu added, “I need your help. Don’t let me die. I know that you people never forsake me… I’m begging you, my fans and family, don’t let me die because I am going through a lot, as in pain.”

The veteran actress disclosed that she has “like three surgeries to go through with,” urging well-wishers to contact her management if they wished to support her treatment.

“Please don’t let me die. If there’s anything you want to do for me, please contact my management. They’ll be there for you. Thank you. God bless you,” she said.

In the caption accompanying the video, Nwosu said it was difficult to publicly ask for help but that the urgency of her medical condition left her with no choice.

“My fans, friends, family and colleagues, this was really hard for me to do, but I can’t keep quiet anymore. I need urgent life-saving surgeries. Please don’t scroll past. Share this post and support if you can,” she wrote.

She added that the “total amount needed for all surgeries is: N30,000,000,” and asked supporters to contact her legal representative or management for details.

Nwosu prayed that her illness would never befall others, saying, “God bless you and may you and yours never experience this affliction.”

Ngozi Nwosu is a veteran actress and producer best known for her roles in Ripples, Living in Bondage, and Fuji House of Commotion. Trained at the Royal Theatre Art Club School under Reverend Fabian Oko, the actress started her career performing in Yoruba-language stage and screen productions. She eventually rose to early prominence, playing "Madam V-Boot" in the hit television soap opera Ripples, and later made her historic home-video debut in Living in Bondage (1992).

  

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Court Grants Blessing CEO N20 Million Bail Over Alleged N69.15 Million Fraud

Social media personality, Blessing Okoro, popularly known as Blessing CEO, was on Thursday granted N20 million bail by an Ikeja Special Offences Court over alleged N69.15 million property fraud.

Justice Rahman Oshodi admitted the defendant to bail with two responsible sureties in like sum.

Oshodi said although the prosecution did not oppose the application, the court had a duty to assess the gravity of the charges.

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He said the court also considered the severity of the prescribed punishment before exercising its discretion.

 

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The judge said the court took into account the defence’s explanation on the whereabouts of the defendant’s international passport.

He directed each surety to provide a three-year bank statement or proof of fixed deposits worth at least N20 million.

Oshodi also ordered the defendant and her sureties to undergo screening through the Lagos State Judiciary’s Bail Information Management System.

He further directed the Nigerian Immigration Service to enforce the defendant’s travel restrictions pending determination of the case.

The judge adjourned the case until Oct. 12 for continuation of trial.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arraigned Blessing CEO on June 9.

She is facing a two-count charge of stealing and obtaining money by false pretences. She pleaded not guilty to the charges.

The EFCC alleged that in March 2025, the defendant obtained N69.15 million from Hope Chiropractic Health Clinic Ltd. through false pretences.

The commission alleged she claimed she would lease a property located in Lekki, Lagos, to the company.

According to the EFCC, the alleged offences contravene Section 285 of the Criminal Laws of Lagos State.

The commission also said the alleged offences violate Section 1(3) of the Advance Fee Fraud and Other Related Offences Act, 2006.

(NAN)

  

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Why Kissing In Movies Does Not Break Homes - Nollywood Producer, Biodun Stephen

Nollywood filmmaker Biodun Stephen has dismissed claims that romantic scenes in movies are responsible for breaking marriages, insisting that actors and their spouses understand the demands of the profession.

Speaking in a video shared on Instagram late Thursday, Stephen reacted to comments by a young woman who argued that filmmakers should reduce kissing scenes because they could ruin the marriages of actors.

Addressing the claim, Stephen said she found it difficult to understand the argument, noting that kissing is not a major part of her filmmaking style.

 

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“I just watched a video. There’s this young lady who always has something to say about Nollywood. Nobody is even casting her, but she said producers should take it easy on having actors kiss because we are possibly ruining their marriages,” she said.

Stephen explained that while she deliberately limits intimate scenes in her films because she wants them to be suitable for family viewing, she is not opposed to including them when the story requires it.

“I don’t even know how to address this. Kissing is not a big part of my craft, not because I don’t enjoy a little romance and ashewo things in my films. But I want films you can watch with your children, which is why I sort of limit it. That does not also mean that if an opportunity comes, I won’t embrace it,” she said.

The filmmaker stressed that portraying love and emotions is part of an actor’s job, adding that convincing performances often make audiences emotionally invested in on-screen relationships.

“One of the things we are selling as actors is emotions and love. When people believe in that storyline, they start rooting for the love. That can be done with or without intense kissing,” she added.

Stephen maintained that responsibility for handling romantic scenes lies with the actors and their spouses, who should already understand the nature of the profession.

“I think that responsibility is on the actor who has chosen this profession and on the spouse who has accepted that their spouse is an actor. They must have made their peace with it,” she said.

She also noted that some actors decline romantic scenes because of their personal beliefs, while others are comfortable with them.

“There are actors who have said they can’t participate in romance because of personal beliefs, and there are actors who do not mind. So whether you are kissing or being intimate, my job as a movie producer is to protect you. My job is not to break your home,” Stephen concluded.

  

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Portable Challenges Terry G To Boxing Match, Explains Why He Cannot Fight VeryDarkMan And Carter Efe

Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has challenged veteran artiste Terry G to a boxing match, saying the bout would revive Terry G’s career.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Portable made the challenge on Sunday during an appearance on Channels Television’s ”Rubbin Minds”.

“If I fight Terry G, people will remember him. I prefer facing fellow entertainers. I have no interest in fighting social media personalities, including VeryDarkMan and Carter Efe,” he said.

 

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The singer described himself as the pioneer of celebrity boxing in Nigeria, claiming that he had earned millions of naira from previous bouts.

He also said that he was looking ahead to his scheduled July 31 rematch with actor Charles Okocha in Lagos and expressed confidence that the contest would attract a large audience.

”If I defeat Terry G, I will travel to London before embarking on a tour of the United States, Russia, Malaysia, Dubai and South Africa,” he added. (NAN)

Portable famously defeated Nollywood actor Charles Okocha in a widely publicized 40-minute bout at Landmark Beach in Victoria Island, Lagos. Following that unanimous decision loss, Okocha activated a rematch clause, which has been scheduled to take place in Lagos.

Portable has also stepped into the ring with several other public figures, recording a knockout victory over singer Speed Darlington and defeating Kizz Daniel’s bodyguard, Kelvin "Power" Atobiloye.

He however suffered the first official defeat of his celebrity boxing career in May 2026, dropping a unanimous decision to content creator Carter Efe in the "Chaos in the Ring" event, where Efe was awarded the championship.

 

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How I Lost N5 Million In World Cup Final Betting - Nollywood Actress Destiny Etiko, Vows Never To Bet Again

Nollywood actress Destiny Etiko has revealed that she lost ₦5 million after placing a bet on the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, saying the experience has convinced her to stay away from gambling.

The actress disclosed that it was her first time betting as she shared her disappointment in an Instagram post on Monday.

 

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“First time betting and I lost. Will never try it again. My 5M gone. In fact am done watching football. Anxiety almost killed me,” she wrote.

Although Destiny Etiko did not reveal the exact bet she placed, her social media activity during the final suggested she was rooting for defending champions Argentina to defeat Spain.

Before kick-off, she confidently declared:

“Argentina all the way. Who can’t wait?”

As the match wore on, however, her optimism gave way to frustration.

“This ball tough o. Argentina is pissing me off,” she posted during the game.

She also praised Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez for keeping his side in contention, writing:

“The goal keeper is the savior oo.”

Spain eventually defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time on Sunday to lift the 2026 FIFA World Cup, securing their second world title and their first since winning the tournament in South Africa in 2010.

Substitute Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in the second half of extra time, while Argentina finished the match with 10 men after midfielder Enzo Fernández was sent off for a second bookable offence.

Etiko’s loss comes amid widespread betting interest surrounding the World Cup final, with many football fans staking money on what proved to be one of the tournament’s most dramatic matches.

  

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