The family of Nollywood actress Tope Osoba has announced the date for her burial, according to Tori.ng. The announcement comes after weeks of tributes and remembrance from fans, colleagues and members of the entertainment industry mourning her passing. The report states that the family has now confirmed when the late actress will finally be laid to rest, bringing closure to a period of public grief and commemoration following her death.

An opinion piece published by Ripples Nigeria reflects on the recurring deaths of Nigerian journalists and the cycle of mourning that follows, including tributes, condolence messages from media associations and politicians, and funerals. The author argues that beyond the public grief, little attention is paid to the families journalists leave behind, framing each death as 'one too many' and questioning the support available to those affected.

Nollywood actress Mo Bimpe has responded to social media criticism over a viral video showing her sharing a playful moment with actor Jide Awobona at a recent movie premiere in Lagos. The clip showed her excitedly showing Awobona something on her phone while her husband, actor Lateef Adedimeji, sat beside them, prompting some viewers to question the interaction, according to Leadership.

A viral video showing the neglected state of Nigerian football legend Rashidi Yekini's grave has sparked outrage among fans, according to Legit.ng. The footage has prompted public debate over who should be responsible for maintaining the former striker's final resting place. Yekini, widely regarded as one of Nigeria's greatest footballers, scored the country's first-ever World Cup goal in 1994. The video's circulation has reignited discussion about how Nigeria honours its sporting heroes.

Veteran Nollywood actress Patience Ozokwor has expressed sadness over the health condition of her colleague, veteran actor Olu Jacobs. According to Naija News, Ozokwor made the remarks while speaking about deaths in the film industry, saying she feels bad about Jacobs' situation. The comments highlight ongoing concern within Nollywood over the wellbeing of the celebrated actor, who has faced health challenges in recent years.

A building collapsed during demolition work in Lagos, Nigeria, leaving one person dead and two others rescued, Channels TV reported. Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), commiserated with the family of the deceased and wished those injured a speedy recovery. Further details about the location within Lagos, the cause of the collapse, or the condition of the rescued individuals were not provided in the report.