Here are five of the latest entertainment news stories trending today, Wednesday, March 18, 2026,

1. Funke Akindele Breaks UK & Ireland Records

Nollywood's "box office queen" has achieved another major milestone. Her latest film, "Behind The Scenes," has officially emerged as the highest-grossing Nollywood release in the UK and Ireland, earning over £159,000. This cements her position as a dominant force in the global distribution of Nigerian cinema.

2. Seun Kuti Calls for Laws Against "Fake Miracles"

Afrobeat singer Seun Kuti is making headlines after urging the Federal Government to enact strict laws regulating pastors who claim to perform miracles. In a viral video, Kuti argued that such claims should be legally scrutinised, sparking an intense debate on social media about religion and accountability in Nigeria.

3. Streamer Peller Faces N395m Lawsuit and Palace Sanctions

Popular TikTok streamer Peller (Habeeb Hamzat) is at the centre of a double crisis. A Lagos-based woman has initiated a legal suit seeking N395 million in damages for alleged defamation and cyber harassment. Simultaneously, the Benin Traditional Council has warned of sanctions against a palace queen and officials following Peller’s unauthorised entry into the Oba’s palace for a livestream.

4. Mavin Records in Turmoil? Crayon and Tega Spark Exit Rumours

Tension seems to be brewing at Mavin Records. Artist Crayon recently sparked reactions after publicly criticising label boss Don Jazzy in a post, while long-time executive Tega hinted at a possible exit from the label. Fans are closely watching to see if this marks the beginning of a major shake-up within one of Africa’s biggest music imprints.

5. Nigerian Artists Earn N60bn from Spotify in One Year

A new report from Spotify's Loud & Clear reveals that Nigerian musicians earned over N60 billion ($42.9m) from streaming in 2025 alone. This 140% revenue surge over the last two years highlights the massive global demand for Afrobeats and the growing financial power of independent Nigerian artists in the digital economy.

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