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Her family announced her death Tuesday, with her nephew Bryan Seaver sharing the news in a video on social media. Seaver, who served as Parton’s head of security for more than two decades, said she had asked him years ago to make the announcement.

The actress made the remarks during a recent interview with African A-List, where she was asked whether she would accept money to endorse or campaign for a politician.

The 2026 edition, themed “Africa to the World”, is scheduled to take place on October 25 in Toronto, Canada, as the organisers continue to expand the awards beyond Nigeria.

Tahini is the Director of Artists and Repertoire (A&R) at Mavin Records, where Drille has built his music career. The singer had previously revealed that she was his first girlfriend and that they met in 2018 after he joined the label.

The album remains one of the biggest projects of Burna Boy’s career, combining Afrobeats, hip-hop and personal storytelling with major international collaborations.

Big Brother Naija Season 11 housemate Chimsom Chuka has emerged as the Head of House for the second time this season. Chimsom secured the title during the Week Five Head of House challenge on Monday, earning another chance to lead the house and enjoy the privileges that come with the position.

President Bola Tinubu has mourned veteran Nollywood actor, filmmaker and screenwriter Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, following his death at the age of 66.

Yinka Quadri and Dele Odule broke down in tears as they paid their final respects to veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, during his funeral rites in Ilaro, Ogun State. The emotional scenes unfolded as family members, friends and colleagues gathered to bid the Yoruba film icon a final farewell.

Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck has doubled down on his allegations against fellow rapper Blaqbonez, insisting that his position has not changed. Odumodublvck made this known in a post on X on Sunday, August 23, 2026, while reacting to Blaqbonez’s recent appearance on the Nevon HQ podcast.

Nigerian singer, Alexander Adelabu, popularly known as Magixx, has announced the death of his mother, Esther, on Sunday, August 23, 2026.