North West’s rainbow-hair ‘Powerpuff’ vibe sparks fresh fashion chatter

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December 31, 2025

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As reported by People, North West posted a stylized shoot with friends featuring bright, color-coded hair, matching designer jackets, and dramatic claw nails—leaning into a cartoon-inspired vibe that quickly spread online.

The post also reflects how North’s solo Instagram is increasingly becoming a fashion-watch account.

Page Six (PageSix.com): “channeling the aesthetic of ‘The Powerpuff Girls’.”
People (People.com): “using a snowflake emoji.”

Echotitbits take: This is youth culture and luxury branding colliding in real time. Watch whether fashion houses lean into the viral moment—and how the family manages boundaries as North’s platform grows.

Source: People — 2025-12-31 — https://people.com/north-west-shows-off-blue-hair-claw-nails-with-friends-11877935

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‘The Wire’ standout Isiah Whitlock Jr. dies at 71 as Hollywood pays tribute

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December 31, 2025

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2025-12-31 15:11:00

According to the Associated Press, actor Isiah Whitlock Jr.—widely loved for his work on The Wire and Veep—has died at 71 following a short illness.

Multiple outlets report the news was confirmed by his manager, who described Whitlock’s impact beyond the screen.

People (People.com): “a brilliant actor and even better person.”
AP News (APNews.com): “died… after a short illness.”

Echotitbits take: Whitlock’s passing will likely trigger a new wave of The Wire nostalgia clips across TikTok and Reels, plus renewed attention to his Spike Lee collaborations. Watch for official memorial statements from networks, collaborators, and castmates.

Source: AP News — 2025-12-31 — https://apnews.com/article/9cf70ea92aae6c980c0b05e573de3cd3

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Allwell Ademola’s last Instagram video goes viral as fans mourn Yoruba film star

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December 31, 2025

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2025-12-31 15:18:00

According to Punch, Yoruba film actress and filmmaker Allwell Ademola posted a video with a prayer-like message shortly before reports of her death, and the clip later went viral as fans flooded her comments with shock.

The report notes the lyrics—shared as an end-of-year declaration—quickly became the emotional center of online mourning.

Punch Newspapers (Punchng.com): “this year will not see my end.”
Premium Times (Premiumtimesng.com): “died on 27 December 2025 at the age of 43.”

Echotitbits take: Social media becomes both shrine and loudspeaker in moments like this. Watch next for the family’s preferred narrative (privacy vs public tributes) and whether colleagues push renewed health-awareness messaging across the industry.

Source: The Punch — 2025-12-27 — https://punchng.com/video-this-year-will-not-see-my-end-actress-allwell-ademola-sings-in-last-post-before-death/

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Premium Times lists Nigerian celebrities who died in 2025 as tributes resurface online

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December 31, 2025

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Figures cited by Premium Times show a year-end list of Nigerian public figures—actors, influencers, and media veterans—who died in 2025, alongside brief context on careers and public reaction.

The list includes tributes and references to how news of each passing was confirmed, often via posts from colleagues or family.

Guardian Life (Guardian.ng): “May his soul rest in peace… It’s a WRAP.”
Guardian Life (Guardian.ng): “Rest in peace, sis… Death why?”

Echotitbits take: Year-end loss lists hit hard, but they also spotlight gaps in welfare, insurance culture, and health support in Nigeria’s entertainment economy. Watch for renewed calls for stronger guild-led assistance funds in 2026.

Source: Premium Times — 2025-12-31 — https://www.premiumtimesng.com/entertainment/naija-fashion/846784-allwell-ademola-sanku-monalisa-stephen-27-other-nigerian-celebrities-who-died-in-2025.html

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Punch’s breakup list captures the relationship implosions that shaped Nigeria’s pop culture chatter in 2025

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December 31, 2025

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2025-12-31 15:32:00

In a year-end list compiled by Punch, the outlet recapped the most dramatic celebrity break-ups of 2025—pulling together the splits that dominated blogs, comment sections, and fan debates.

The framing emphasizes how public-facing relationships now carry “always-on” audience scrutiny, where timelines become judge, jury, and soundtrack.

Punch Newspapers (Punchng.com): “Most dramatic celebrity break-ups of 2025.”
TheCable Lifestyle (TheCable.ng): “The year began… 2Baba announced his separation…”

Echotitbits take: Breakup stories aren’t just gossip anymore; they’re brand events. Watch for tighter privacy playbooks and more controlled announcements in 2026 as stars try to limit reputational whiplash.

Source: The Punch — 2025-12-27 — https://punchng.com/most-dramatic-celebrity-break-ups-of-2025/

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TheCable’s 2025 roundup revisits the controversies Nigerians couldn’t look away from

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December 31, 2025

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2025-12-31 15:39:00

According to TheCable Lifestyle, a year-end video roundup revisited the controversies that dominated timelines in 2025—highlighting how social media escalated personal and business disputes into national conversations.

The recap points to headline moments such as the 2Baba separation saga and the repeated twists that kept the story cycling back into public view.

TheCable Lifestyle (TheCable.ng): “2Baba announced his separation from… Annie…”
Punch Newspapers (Punchng.com): “Most dramatic celebrity break-ups of 2025.”

Echotitbits take: These scandal cycles show reputation is now a real asset class in Nigerian pop culture—brand deals, bookings, and streaming performance can swing on a single week of narrative control. Watch how stars professionalize PR playbooks in 2026.

Source: TheCable Lifestyle — 2025-12-31 — https://lifestyle.thecable.ng/video-viral-controversies-and-scandals-of-2025/

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Ciara names Lagos Fashion Week a 2025 highlight as Nigeria’s fashion influence spreads

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December 31, 2025

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In a caption shared by Ciara, the singer described Lagos Fashion Week as one of her standout moments of the year, reflecting on walking in a show and engaging Nigeria’s creative scene.

Guardian reports she also referenced visiting the Trading Room Floor and meeting local designers—framing the trip as both cultural and professional.

Guardian Life (Guardian.ng): “One of my highlights of the year was Lagos Fashion Week!”
QED.NG (QED.ng): “One of my highlights of the year was Lagos Fashion Week!”

Echotitbits take: Big-name global validation boosts Lagos Fashion Week’s export value—more brand partnerships, more fashion tourism, and stronger leverage for Nigerian designers negotiating international visibility and pricing power.

Source: Guardian — 2025-12-31 — https://guardian.ng/life/style/lagos-fashion-week-was-one-of-my-highlights-of-2025-ciara/

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Nollywood stars push back on “unfair cinema practices” as exhibitor debate heats up

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December 31, 2025

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2025-12-31 15:53:00

Reporting by Punch indicates a group of Nollywood actors—including Ini Edo and Toyin Abraham—have publicly called out cinemas over practices they say disadvantage films and mislead audiences.

The claims quickly turned into a wider creator-versus-exhibitor conversation online, with fans demanding clearer explanations from cinema chains and distributors.

Punch Newspapers (Punchng.com): “call out cinemas over unfair practices.”
BusinessDay (Businessday.ng): “allegations of unfair treatment by some cinemas.”

Echotitbits take: As Nollywood scales, operational fairness matters as much as hype. If showtimes and reporting feel inconsistent, the ecosystem risks rewarding only the biggest names—so watch for exhibitor responses and any distributor-led reforms in 2026.

Source: The Punch — 2025-12-27 — https://punchng.com/ini-edo-toyin-abraham-others-call-out-cinemas-over-unfair-practices/

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Funke Akindele’s “Behind The Scenes” storms past ₦1.1bn and rewrites Nollywood’s box-office history

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December 31, 2025

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2025-12-31 16:00:00

According to BellaNaija, Funke Akindele’s latest film Behind The Scenes has crossed ₦1.1 billion at the Nigerian box office within weeks of release, reinforcing her run of record-breaking cinema numbers.

FilmOne Entertainment highlighted the milestone as a speed record for West Africa, pointing to a strong Boxing Day surge that helped push the film over the line.

The milestone is also reigniting industry debate about distribution transparency, screen allocation, and how blockbuster runs are being managed across cinemas.

FilmOne Entertainment (X): “Fastest film in West Africa to cross ₦1B+.”
Punch Newspapers (Punchng.com): “Fastest film in West Africa to gross over ₦1 billion.”

Echotitbits take: Nollywood’s ceiling keeps moving—but the next battleground is trust: transparent reporting, fair scheduling, and whether exhibitors and distributors can avoid a “rigged system” narrative as the money grows.

Source: BellaNaija — 2025-12-30 — https://www.bellanaija.com/2025/12/funke-akindele-behind-scenes-1bn-record/

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Iran brands Royal Canadian Navy a ‘terror group’ in new diplomatic escalation

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December 31, 2025

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2025-12-31 10:03:00

In a report published by PUNCH, Iran has designated the Royal Canadian Navy as a terrorist organisation, a move that escalates Tehran’s standoff with Ottawa amid reciprocal sanctions and security disputes.

The designation is likely to inflame diplomatic relations and could have downstream implications for maritime cooperation, travel advisories and sanctions enforcement involving Iranian entities.

Canadian officials have not signalled any policy reversal, but analysts say the rhetoric could harden positions on both sides as 2026 begins.

Malay Mail reported “Iran designates Royal Canadian Navy a terrorist organisation,” while Lethbridge News Now said Iran “designated Canada’s navy a terrorist organisation” in retaliation.

Echotitbits take: Labeling a foreign navy as ‘terrorist’ is a high‑octane messaging tool with real legal and security implications. Watch for allied responses, changes to maritime posture, and whether this spills into Iran’s wider disputes with Western partners.

Source: caspianpost — December 30, 2025 (https://caspianpost.com/iran/iran-designates-royal-canadian-navy-a-terrorist-organization)

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