Actor Yul Edochie has clarified that his decision to stop posting photos of his children with his estranged wife, May Edochie, is not due to estrangement but due to a legal mandate.

Speaking in a recent interview on the KaaTruths podcast, Yul said he maintains regular contact with his children and continues to support them financially, including covering aspects of their university education.

“I am in contact with my children. I have heard a lot of things. About people saying ‘he abandoned his children’. My second son just got into the university months ago. He just did his matriculation a few days back. Infact, he told me a day before time, and I told him I was busy. “The main issue is not on social media. I would rather not say anything. I don’t want to say my ex-wife did this, my ex-wife did that. Real men don’t tackle issues like that. It is all family stuff , nobody is perfect,” he said.

The actor attributed his silence on social media about his children to a court order related to his ongoing divorce case with May, citing their safety.

“There is also a court order. There is a divorce case going on. That is why I cannot really speak. It says anything that has to do with the children, for their own safety, I should not post,” he added.

Yul and May’s divorce proceedings, initiated in 2023, have been stalled over issues like marriage dissolution terms and adultery claims.

Yul married actress Judy Austin as his second wife in 2022, prompting May to file for divorce and seek N100 million in damages.

Popular small-sized Nollywood actress Ajara Lasisi, widely known as Aunty Ajara, has passed away.

Her death was confirmed by her family and colleagues following a battle with a liver-related illness.

Announcing the sad news in a viral video on social media, the late actress’ elder brother, Ridwan Lazeez appreciated the public for their financial support.

Sharing the video on her Instagram page, Mama no Network wrote; “With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved actress, Aunty Ajara. She passed on overnight after a long and courageous battle with illness.

“During this difficult period, Ajara received immense love, prayers, and financial support from kind-hearted people across the world. We are deeply grateful to everyone who stood by her with prayers, contributions, encouragement, and compassion.

“At this moment, we kindly urge family, friends, and the general public to please stop sending money to the previously shared account, as it is no longer required. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family, loved ones, and everyone grieving this painful loss. May her soul rest in perfect peace”, she stated.

JomogNews reports that her Ajara died a few days after many of her colleagues solicited financial support for her on the Internet.

Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti was posthumously honoured with the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award on January 31, 2026.

This historic recognition makes him the first African artist to receive the award from the Recording Academy since its inception in 1963.

The ceremony took place in Los Angeles, with Fela’s children accepting the honour on his behalf.

The award recognised Fela’s groundbreaking contributions to world music, fusing West African highlife with American jazz and funk to create the iconic Afrobeat sound.

His legacy continues to inspire artists globally, cementing his place in music history.

Fela’s children, Yeni, Kunle, Shalewa, and Femi Kuti, accepted the award, with Yeni expressing gratitude and Femi thanking those promoting Afrobeat worldwide.

Yeni said, “‘I’m sure my father is smiling down on us. I want to acknowledge my siblings who couldn’t be here tonight, Motunrayo and Seun, and my nephew who is carrying Afrobeat to another level, Made.”

Femi added, “I would like to thank all the people carrying Afrobeat that are in this place tonight. DJs, the press, our label Partisan, our lawyers, fans all over the world. Thank you for bringing our father here, it’s so important for Africa. It’s so important for world peace and struggle”.

The honour places Fela alongside music legends like Whitney Houston, Chaka Khan, and Cher and Paul Simon.