Nigeria’s entertainment and sports scenes are buzzing with the Super Falcons’ stunning Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) comeback, the launch of Big Brother Naija’s 10th season, and the rapid rise of Kemi Adetiba’s “To Kill a Monkey”.
News Men report that these events have stirred national pride, and captivated audiences.
On Saturday night in Rabat, Morocco, the Super Falcons delivered a masterclass in resilience to reclaim their continental crown, defeating hosts Morocco 3-2 in a dramatic WAFCON final.
Trailing 2-0 at halftime in front of a boisterous home crowd, the Nigerian team roared back with goals from Esther Okoronkwo, Folashade Ijamilusi, and a late clincher by Joe Echegini to seal their 10th WAFCON title.
The victory reaffirms Nigeria’s dominance in African women’s football, coming two years after ceding the title to South Africa.
While the Falcons were making history on the pitch, Big Brother Naija returned to screens with a game-changing twist in its 10th anniversary season, aptly themed “10/10”.
Premiering on the same night, the show’s host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, welcomed the first batch of housemates, but it was the format overhaul that truly shocked viewers.
Instead of a single winner taking home the ₦150 million prize, this season introduces a “work-and-reward” model, where housemates must earn the money weekly through tasks and challenges.
The new structure promises intense gameplay, strategic alliances, and heightened suspense as the season unfolds through Oct. 5.
Meanwhile, on the streaming front, Kemi Adetiba’s “To Kill a Monkey” has soared to the No. 1 spot on Netflix Nigeria following its July 18 debut.
Hailed as a rare gem, the gritty crime thriller tells the story of Efe, a struggling young man whose life spirals into chaos after he reconnects with a mysterious figure from his past.
Featuring a powerhouse cast including William Benson, Bucci Franklin, Bimbo Akintola, Stella Damasus, and Chidi Mokeme, the series explores themes of betrayal, greed, power, vengeance, and justice.
The sleek visuals and tightly packed storytelling have earned rave reviews from critics and fans alike.