Linda Ejiofor: Talent Alone Isn’t Enough for Nollywood Succe
Actress and producer, Linda Ejiofor, recently bagged a historic win as ‘Best Lead Actress’ and ‘Best Supporting Actress’ at the last Africa Magic Viewer’s Choice Awards. She tells FAITH AJAYI about her career and experiences outside the industry Congratulations on your record-breaking achievement at this year’s AMVCA. Looking back at your journey, what emotions come […]
Nicki Minaj: “Constant Spiritual Warfare” in Music Industry
American rapper, Nicki Minaj, has alleged that she faced what she described as “constant spiritual warfare” throughout her career in the music industry, claiming that powerful figures worked against her after she refused to conform to certain expectations. The rapper made the claim during an appearance on The Bryce Crawford Podcast, hosted by evangelist Bryce […]
Patience Ozokwor defends ‘Mama G’ roles, exposes societal il
Veteran Nollywood actress Patience Ozokwor has said she takes pride in the “villainous” characters she portrays in films, noting that they are designed to reflect and expose societal realities rather than define her personality. Speaking during a recent video chat, the 67-year-old actress addressed long-standing public perceptions that often blur the line between her on-screen […]
Why I Wanted to Buy My Own Coffin
May 23, 2026 12:04 am Faith Ajayi Faith Ajayi is a journalist at Punch Newspapers with over three years of experience covering entertainment news and lifestyle events. She specializes in producing engaging, audience-focused stories within Nigeria’s creative and lifestyle space. Faith’s work reflects practical newsroom experience and a commitment to accurate, engaging journalism. All rights […]
Kissing in Movies Not as Glamorous as You Think
Reality TV star and actor, Saga Adeolu, popularly known as Saga, has spoken about the realities of acting, saying romantic scenes in films are far less glamorous than they appear on screen. In an interview with Saturday Beats, Saga described Nollywood as one of the most challenging industries he has worked in, even though he […]
Venita Akpofure on boundaries, career, and staying relevant
Actress and reality TV star, Venita Akpofure, has opened up on the importance of setting clear boundaries in both personal and professional relationships. In an interview with Saturday Beats, she stressed that being overly accessible can often be misinterpreted. “You just need not to be too friendly. When you are too friendly, people take your […]
It’s better to be feared than friendly — Venita Akpofure
Actress and reality TV star, Venita Akpofure, has opened up on the importance of setting clear boundaries in both personal and professional relationships. In an interview with Saturday Beats, she stressed that being overly accessible can often be misinterpreted. “You just need not to be too friendly. When you are too friendly, people take your […]