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Here are the latest Naija entertainment news updates:
Music
- Wizkid's "Made in Lagos" album debuts at number 1 on Billboard World Albums chart: Wizkid's highly anticipated album "Made in Lagos" has debuted at number 1 on the Billboard World Albums chart, making him the first Nigerian artist to achieve this feat.
- Tiwa Savage signs new deal with Universal Music Group: Tiwa Savage has signed a new deal with Universal Music Group, making her the first African artist to sign with the label.
- Burna Boy's "African Giant" album certified gold in the US: Burna Boy's critically acclaimed album "African Giant" has been certified gold in the US by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Movies
- Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele, welcomes second child: Funke Akindele and her husband, JJC Skillz, have welcomed their second child, a baby girl.
- Genevieve Nnaji's "Lionheart" film selected for Oscars consideration: Genevieve Nnaji's directorial debut "Lionheart" has been selected for consideration in the Best International Feature Film category at the 92nd Academy Awards.
- RMD's "The Milkmaid" film wins award at African Movie Academy Awards: Richard Mofe-Damijo's film "The Milkmaid" has won the Best Film in an African Language award at the African Movie Academy Awards.
TV
- Big Brother Naija season 5 winner, Laycon, signs new deal with Puma: Laycon, the winner of Big Brother Naija season 5, has signed a new deal with Puma, becoming the first Nigerian celebrity to partner with the sportswear brand.
- Nigerian TV show, "The Johnsons", returns for new season: The popular Nigerian TV show "The Johnsons" has returned for a new season, with new characters and storylines.
- MTV Base announces new VJ, Ziki Gbormittah: MTV Base has announced Ziki Gbormittah as its new VJ, replacing previous VJ, Ehizojie "Ehiz" Okoeguale.
Other News
- Nigerian artist, Yemi Alade, becomes UN Environment Programme's Goodwill Ambassador: Yemi Alade has been appointed as the UN Environment Programme's Goodwill Ambassador, becoming the first African artist to hold the position.
- Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh, launches new clothing line: Tonto Dikeh has launched her new clothing line, "Tonto Dikeh Clothing", which features a range of stylish and affordable clothing items.
- Nigerian comedian, Basketmouth, launches new comedy show: Basketmouth has launched his new comedy show, "Basketmouth: The Show", which features a mix of stand-up comedy, music, and dance.
These are just a few of the latest Naija entertainment news updates. Stay tuned for more!