Entertainment
BREAKING: Veteran Nigerian Actor, Mr Ibu is dead
Sad news reaching Ohibaba.com has it that Nollywood Veteran, John Okafor, better known as Mr Ibu, is dead.
A close associate of the family confirmed to Ohibaba.com that the actor died on Saturday afternoon after he was moved to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Evercare Hospital, Lekki a few days ago.
Mr Ibu, 62, died of cardiac arrest after he had a relapse about a week ago and was rushed to the Lagos-based hospital.
Also, the President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Emeka Rollas, confirmed the actor’s death.
Last year, the actor underwent surgery to remove one of his legs after soliciting help and prayers from fans.
Fans and colleagues of Mr Ibu have since been effusive with tributes in honour of the funnyman. The actor was known for his funny roles in many movies like Issakaba, A fool at 40, amongst others which earned him several nominations and awards.
Mr Ibu’s death followed the passing of his colleague, Tolani Quadri Oyebamiji, popularly known as Sisi Quadri, who died on Friday and was buried on Saturday in his hometown, Iwo, in Osun State.
Entertainment
Davido Releases ‘Already Falling’ Video Featuring Chioma
The release reunites Davido and Chioma with Alabi, who directed them in ‘Assurance’, Davido’s 2018 song dedicated to Chioma.
Afrobeats singer Davido has released the official music video for ‘Already Falling’, featuring his wife, Chioma Adeleke, in a production combining French chateau scenery, elaborate costumes and Nigerian-inspired styling.
Directed by Meji Alabi, the video opens with Davido arriving at a chateau in a horse-drawn carriage.
Other scenes feature dancers, grand interiors and the couple in different settings.
Chioma appears in a navy-blue gown with gold embroidery and a matching gele.
The video concludes with a lakeside scene in which Davido kneels before her, and opens a ring box.
The release reunites Davido and Chioma with Alabi, who directed them in ‘Assurance’, Davido’s 2018 song dedicated to Chioma.
She also appeared in ‘1 Milli’, released in 2020 with a wedding-themed music video.
Entertainment
Sultan of Sokoto to Honour Peter Igho as Kakakin Daular Usmaniyya
The ceremony is expected to be witnessed by prominent Nigerians from all walks of life, and across the country, serving to further cement cordial relations and national unity among the diverse peoples of Nigeria.
• Peter Igho
The Palace of His Eminence, the Sultan of Sokoto, has announced that the formal turbaning ceremony of Chief Peter Igho as Kakakin Daular Usmaniyya will take place on November 1, 2026.
Chief Peter Igho is a legendary Nigerian broadcaster, television producer and media icon.
A former Executive Director at the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), he is best known as the Producer/Director of timeless classics such as Cock Crow at Dawn and other pioneering programmes that defined Nigerian television.
He is a recipient of numerous national and international awards for broadcasting excellence and has mentored generations of media professionals.
Chief Igho, who hails from the Niger Delta, is also a respected cultural ambassador and community leader noted for his philanthropy and commitment to national integration.
The prestigious traditional title was conferred on Chief Igho by His Eminence, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, on September 10, 2025, in recognition of his invaluable contributions to the development of the Sultanate Council, Sokoto State, and Nigeria in general.
The ceremony is expected to be witnessed by prominent Nigerians from all walks of life, and across the country, serving to further cement cordial relations and national unity among the diverse peoples of Nigeria.
The Sokoto Caliphate, also known as Daular Usmaniyya, was founded in 1804 by the great Islamic scholar and reformer, Shehu Usman Dan Fodio.
It remains one of the most significant empires in African history, renowned for its scholarship, administration, justice and promotion of Islamic values.
At its peak, it was the largest state in West Africa.
Today, the Sultanate Council, under the Sultan of Sokoto, remains the pre-eminent custodian of its heritage and a central institution for Islamic leadership, peacebuilding, and national cohesion in Nigeria.
Entertainment
Davido, Kirk Franklin, to hit airwaves with new song ‘Hope In You’
The project also features American musicians GloRilla, Jelly Roll and Tobe Nwigwe, bringing together artists from different musical backgrounds.
Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido, and American gospel singer Kirk Franklin will on Friday, October 30, 2026, release a new song, titled ‘Hope in You.’
The song will feature on Franklin’s forthcoming 14-track album, I Am What I Am, which blends gospel music with contemporary sounds.
The collaboration was previewed at an album listening event in Atlanta, United States, on October 12, where Davido reportedly performed a verse and joined the choir.
The project also features American musicians GloRilla, Jelly Roll and Tobe Nwigwe, bringing together artists from different musical backgrounds.
The collaboration marks a meeting of Afrobeats and contemporary gospel, with the two artists bringing their distinct musical styles to the project.
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