August 2026 brings an exciting lineup of new series, returning seasonal favourites, and major cinematic releases. Upcoming anime releasing in August 2026 include The Ribbon Hero, Link Click Season 3, Shiranuhi, and Thunder 3. Fans can catch these shows across popular streaming platforms like Netflix and Crunchyroll.Wat…

BBNaija star Mercy Eke has addressed long-standing claims that a married man funds her lavish lifestyleThe reality TV star revealed that she has been in a committed relationship for four years with a man she hopes to settle down withEke also disclosed that becoming a mother is now one of her biggest wishes after years …

The #1 richest K-pop idol is Park Jin-young (J.Y. Park), founder of JYP Entertainment, with an estimated net worth of $200–250 million — a fortune that dwarfs every active performer on this list and is built primarily on equity in one of South Korea's "Big Three" music conglomerates. The gap between him and the runner-…

…on buses, at lunch, and online. Sports are deeply connected to the country's entertainment culture, especially football.That passion has grown. It now includes digital sports entertainment. Betting and online gaming platforms are on the rise. They align with how many people engage with sports daily. Today, fans watch g…

…generate commercial returns, adding that film could be a powerful tool for education, entertainment and social development. “The immediate goal is not to make money. It is to help children express their creativity in positive ways that educate and inspire people. Through the festival, we will begin to explore the limit…

…death comes eleven years after the singer's passing, renewing grief across Uganda's entertainment community.Friends and fans react to her passingMusician Becky, who shared a personal tribute on Instagram, described the loss as deeply painful. According to Becky, the two first met in the United Kingdom in 2022, where Ka…

Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Dr Daniel Olukoya threw a surprise 60th birthday celebration for his wife, Dr Mrs Shade Olukoya, days before a video of the event surfaced onlineThe couple was captured whispering, laughing, and holding each other closely during the celebration, with onlookers filmi…

Nollywood actress Biola Bayo responded after a colleague's post sparked reunion rumours with her ex-husbandActress Folake Flakkyfaj shared a photo of Biola and her husband on Facebook, hinting that the pair had reconciledBiola Bayo's sharp-tongued response in the comments had fans in stitches on social media, as many r…

Chidimma Adetshina has finally responded to social media calls asking her to leave South Africa for NigeriaLegit.ng reported that the former beauty queen has continued her legal fight against a deportation orderHer response to her critics has also sparked reactions from many South African netizens, who shared diverse v…

Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! A fan-recorded video of Mariah Carey performing live at an outdoor concert sparked concern among fans over her voiceThe five-octave vocal powerhouse struggled to hit the high notes she is widely celebrated for during the performanceFans flooded the comments with mix…

Peller revealed on the Honest Bunch Podcast that his parents never got married before having him and his siblingsThe content creator said he informed his parents about his plans to wed Jarvis, but they did not take him seriouslyPeller and Jarvis also shared the pet names they call each other, giving fans a rare glimpse…

Nana Otedola has opened up about the struggles she encountered while trying to find her footing in businessThe businesswoman, who recently appeared on a podcast with her daughter, Temi, and Mr Eazi, answered questions about her entrepreneurial journey. She revealed the various ventures she tried before eventually findi…

Tunmise, Ivana's lover, has reacted to the allegations made against him by the TikToker, sharing his side of the storyThe female TikToker had alleged that he verbally and physically abused her, sharing videos and voice notes to support her claimsIn a video making the rounds online, Tunmise was seen calling Ivana's fath…

Popular TikToker Ivana publicly called out her lover, Tunmise, over alleged domestic violence in a series of posts on Saturday, July 18Ivana shared evidence of physical wounds and claimed Tunmise pushed her down a staircase and choked her, causing a seizureShe also admitted to cheating on Tunmise, saying the trauma of …

Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Miss Universe Jamaica announced the passing of 2024 contestant LaToya Malcolm, leaving fans and colleagues in mourningTributes poured in from people who worked alongside Malcolm during the 2024 Miss Universe Jamaica competitionThose who knew her personally revealed …

…became an MC with a sense of humour.” Senator explained that the changing demands of the entertainment industry have encouraged many comedians to diversify into different areas while still maintaining their passion for comedy. “The work calls for different challenges, and as time went on, people diversified. I was also…

…thank God. Udofia said the event was also aimed at encouraging practitioners in the entertainment industry. Chairperson of AGN Lagos State Chapter, Funmilayo Mary-Edwards, congratulated Abubakar on her recovery and urged Nigerians to remain steadfast in faith. “We are here to thank God with her. Her story reminds us th…

Queen Ola, one of the late Alaafin of Oyo's wives, announced a major personal milestone that has sparked excitement onlineThe former queen shared an emotional message as she celebrated the achievement, describing it as a testament to faith and perseveranceHer announcement attracted congratulatory messages from Mercy Ai…

Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! An old video of Annie Macaulay resurfaced on Instagram on Saturday, where she shared a pointed message about self-worth and knowing one's valueThe old post came amid swirling rumours that she had reconciled with her estranged husband, 2BabaAnnie held up a book while…

…owe DJ Timmy any money. According to the statement from Timi's lawyers, Timi and Revolve Entertainment and its representative; Mr.,Otis Ayodele Kubeyinje, popularly known as"Baddest DJ Timmy", "entered into a written Performance Agreement for the proposed UK tour. "Under that Agreement, Revolve Entertainment, as Promot…

YOTSI formally notified the Nigeria Police Force and DSS of its plan to stage a peaceful protest in Abuja on August 17, 2026The youth-led group said the demonstration targets alleged political intimidation and undemocratic conduct by political actors in Enugu StateAbout 3,000 participants are expected to march from Mai…

Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! A new lady has come forward with allegations against content creator Odogwu Asaba, claiming he lured her to Asaba with a promise of N100kThe woman alleged that after she arrived and left, Odogwu Asaba blocked her on all platforms, and she had to borrow money from a …

Singer Timi Dakolo has denied allegations that he owes Revolve Entertainment £4,106 in expenses tied to a proposed United Kingdom tour, with his lawyers threatening legal action against the promoter and its representative, Otis Ayodele Kubeyinje, popularly known as “Baddest DJ Timmy.” In a letter dated July 18, 2026, s…

DJ Spinall stopped his live set at a New Jersey festival to publicly celebrate Wizkid's birthday in front of a massive crowdThe Nigerian DJ counted down before leading the audience in a birthday song for the Afrobeats star, who was not at the eventA video of the heartwarming moment went viral, with fans calling Wizkid'…

Burna Boy and Shakira have reunited once again ahead of the first FIFA World Cup final halftime showThe highlight was the heartwarming moment when the Nigerian singer lifted his female counterpartThe chemistry between the two singers has captured attention as Nigerians shared different comments Find it fast with our ne…