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Meet The Cast Of Africa Magic’s New Series, Baby Drama

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Africa magic is set to premier a new series for lovers of great local drama series. Baby drama is a romantic drama series centred on the lives of five women, Iye, Kese, Amara, Esosa and Orie from different walks of life as they deal with the reality of how a baby or lack of one will affect their futures forever.
Baby Drama promises to be jam parked with drama, scandals, betrayals, twists and shows that will stir up emotions and most importantly bring to the fore conversations surrounding the myths and truths about critical issues plaguing the society.
THE CASTS:
ANEE ICHA:- She is an actress, writer and director, she plays the role of Iye Adeyemi. Iyeia a newlywed who is career driven and would not let anything stand in the way of her career. However, all that is about to change as she finds out she is pregnant some weeks after a new promotion.
Anee has been in Nollywood for a little over five years and has featured in block buster movies like Lara and the Beast, Before 30, Castle and Castle and most recently Namatse Wahala.
BEVERLY OSU:- Beverly OSU plays the role of Orie Kolawole, a young graduate in her early 20s adjusting to her new found independence. Beverly is an actress, video vixen and a super model. She is known for her participation in the Eight season of Big Brother Africa. Beverly has also starred in several movies and TV series such as Jenifa’s Diary, Chief Daddy and Olutore.
BIKIYA GRAHAM DOUGLAS:-Bikiya stars as Esosa Essien who has been trying to conceive since being married for seven years. She and her husband ( Oscar Essien) have had their hope dashed after trying everything from IVF to alternative medicine. Graham Douglas is popularly known for her roles in movies, plays and TV series such as Battle Ground, Shuga, For Coloured Girls and Flower Girl which she won an AMVCA for Best supporting Actress in 2014
BIMBO AKINTOLA:- Bimbo Akintola will be gracing TV series across Africa with her role as Natasha Amadi. Natasha is a ruthless and resourceful woman in her 40s married to prominent business man (Chief Amadi). She has given him everything, so nothing stands in the way of her getting him a child.
Bimbo Akintola is a multi award winning Nigerian actress who starred in the critically acclaimed movies ’93 Days’ and most recently starred in the animated film, Lady Buckit and the motley Mopstars. She is also known for her roles in Nollywood classics, Out of Bound (1997), Diamond Ring (1998) and Danger on Twins (2004).
JOSEPH BENJAMIN:- Joseph is an award winning actor and TV presenter, popularly known for being the co-host of MTN talent reality show, project fame. He is also a regular face in various movies and TV series such as Murder At Prime Suites and Tango with me among others.
In Baby Drama he plays the role of debonair business man, Oscar Essien who loves his wife but is becoming increasingly exasperated by her quest for a child by any means necessary.
NENGI ADOKI:-Nengi Adoki is Kese Ajayi. Kese is a lady in her mid 30s, relentless in her pursuit of a baby, she is on the hunt for any man who will help her achieve this goal by hook or crook. Nengi Adoki is a Nigerian born actress raised in Toronto, Canada. The  Nollywood newbie is known for her roles in the stage plays, Heartbeat, the  Musical and Death and the King’s Horseman, as well as TV series, The Men’s club.
OKEY UZOESHI:-Okey plays the role of Seyi Adeyemio, the emphatic husband to Iye. Seye is very supportive of his wife’s career ambition and has promised not to get in her way. However, he believes a baby won’t be a bad idea. Okey Uzoeshi is a multi talented actor, model and artiste.
He is known for the movies ‘Couple of  Days and Two Brides and a Baby.

WOLE OJO:- Whole OJO stars as Hassan Sanusi. Hassan is a charming and intelligent technology entrepreneur who beliefs Kese is a perfect fit for him. Sole is an award winning Nollywood actor who has starred in several movies such as Maami and is currently on African movies, Tinsel.

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Uche Ogbodo Shares Reason Bambam’s Marriage Ended

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Uche Ogbodo defended her colleague, Bambam, amid allegations that she left her marriage after going under the knife.
The Tide Entertainment reports that  the mother of three stated that no woman would leave a man because of a body makeover.
The actress also shared what she believes might have gone wrong in the marriage that led to its end, and sent a message to men.
Nollywood actress Uche Ogbodo has shared her thoughts on reality show star Bambam, whose real name is Oluwabamike Olawunmi, amid her alleged marriage crisis.The former Big Brother housemate was recently seen dancing and enjoying herself at a party, sparking rumours about her marriage.

Critics claimed that her body makeover was one of the reasons she allegedly left the marriage and noted that she was still out in public with the video of her club outing.

Reacting to the allegations,  Ogbodo came to Bambam’s defence. She stated that no woman would leave her marriage simply because she went under the knife. According to her, it is the man who drives a woman to leave.

The mother of three further explained that no woman willingly leaves a marriage she has invested in over many years. If a woman does leave, it is the man’s fault, possibly due to abuse that she chooses not to disclose publicly.

She added that a man must have shown the woman disrespect or failed to nurture the marriage.

Ogbodo emphasised that if a man refuses to love, protect, and give peace to his wife, the responsibility for the breakdown rests entirely with him.

It would be recalled that Uche Ogbodo also recently underwent cosmetic surgery and shared videos with her fans online,

The actress had remained on the lips of many Nigerians following her role in the trending movie Love in Every Word.

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Kate Henshaw Speaks Against ‘Gate Crashing’ 

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Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has expressed her distaste for individuals who attend events without being invited. The actress in an Instagram video, spoke about the importance of self respect and being considerate.

Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has expressed her distaste for individuals who attend events without being invited. The actress in an Instagram video, spoke about the importance of self respect and being considerate.

The Tide Entertainment reports that she questioned the popular act of ‘gate crashing’, regarding it as a rude and disrespectful behaviour. Henshaw also urged Nigerians to refrain from attending gatherings where they are not invited.Nigerian Politics Analysis

”I want to talk about something rampant, has been rampant, and is still rampant. I just want to ask those of you who show up uninvited at events and parties, what’s your purpose? What do you aim to achieve? Then, those of you who receive a card that admits only one person and invite all your village people, don’t check with the host; you pack your people and come. What are you doing there? Why don’t you respect yourself and stay away? It’s rude, you’re a gate crasher. Respect yourself enough to stay away from places you aren’t invited to,” she said.

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Oscars Set 2027 And 2028 Dates Ahead Of 100th Edition In 2028

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The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has unveiled dates for both the 99th Academy Awards and its landmark 100th ceremony. The back-to-back events, set for 2027 and 2028, will mark the final years of the Oscars airing on longtime broadcast partner ABC before a major shift to YouTube.

The 99th Oscars will take place on Sunday, March 14, 2027, followed by the historic 100th edition on Sunday, March 5, 2028. Both ceremonies will broadcast live at 7 p.m. ET from the iconic Dolby Theatre in Hollywood and reach audiences in over 200 territories worldwide. Looking ahead, the Academy has also confirmed a venue change, with the ceremony set to move to the Peacock Theater beginning in 2029, where it will remain through 2039.

The Tide Entertainment reports that the announcement comes amid a shifting broadcast landscape. ABC is gearing up for a packed 2027 schedule, including its debut as the home of the Grammy Awards and its first Super Bowl broadcast in over two decades. Meanwhile, this year’s Oscars telecast saw a dip in viewership, drawing 17.86 million viewers across ABC and Hulu, a 9% decline from the previous year’s five-year high.

Still, excitement around the awards remains strong. The most recent ceremony crowned Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” as Best Picture, while early buzz for the upcoming season is already building. Anticipated contenders include the Ryan Gosling-led “Project Hail Mary,” Denis Villeneuve’s “Dune: Part Three” starring Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya, and Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s “Digger” featuring Tom Cruise.

No hosts have been announced yet for either ceremony, adding another layer of anticipation to the milestone events.

In addition to confirming the ceremony dates, the Academy also released its full calendar for the 2026–2027 awards season, outlining key milestones from the eligibility period beginning January 1, 2026, to nominations voting in January 2027, and final voting in early March.

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