Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh has reflected on her journey of survival, growth and personal victories as she marked her 41st birthday on Tuesday.

The actress shared a video of herself wearing a fairytale-inspired gown on Instagram to celebrate the milestone, using the moment to reflect on her life experiences and career progression.

Describing herself as “built by faith, refined by experience, and driven by purpose,” Dikeh said she had endured challenges and celebrated achievements that shaped her into who she is today.

She added that turning 41 represents a new phase rather than a climax of her journey, noting that “this is not the peak, it’s the platform for what’s next,” while adding that “41 looks good on me.”

Dikeh, who has spent over a decade in the Nigerian film industry, has also expanded her activities into philanthropy and politics over the years.

Music stars across the globe  have continued to pay tributes to  the late British singer and songwriter Talay Riley, stabbed to death in East London. He was 35 years old.

Notable singers, including Stormzy, took to the comment section to write “I’m sorry bro”.

Craig David, who worked with Talay on his 2018 album ‘The Time is Now,’ said: “Sending so much love to you & the family. His beautiful energy will continue to be felt & shown from the other side.”

Joining the fray, Scribz, born Michael Orabiyi Riley, penned an emotional tribute to his older sibling on Instagram.

“I never thought the day would come where I’d be writing this, but unfortunately I can confirm that on the morning of Friday 5th June my big brother YINKA (Talay Riley) passed away,” he wrote.

“My heart is shattered! This doesn’t feel real. It feels like a bad dream. Just before he went to sleep we spoke about the future, staying positive and about everything we still had left to do.

“I never imagined that would be our last conversation. Yinka wasn’t just my brother. He was my mother’s son, a friend to many, a mentor, an inspiration, and a light in so many people’s lives.

“Even with everything you accomplished this was far too soon. I love you brother. Thank you for everything. Rest in paradise Yinka. Until we meet again.”

Talay’s death was also confirmed in a statement released by his family. They described their loss as an “overwhelming sadness”.

The family remembered Riley not only for his professional accomplishments but for his character.

“It is with overwhelming sadness that we confirm that Mark ‘Yinka’ Orabiyi professionally known as Talay Riley passed away yesterday morning,” the statement reads.

“Talay will fondly be remembered by those who knew him publicly for his incredible talent as a Grammy Award winning, multi platinum selling songwriter & artist.

“For those that knew and loved him personally it is his humour, generous spirit and unmistakable presence that will be missed the most.”

The family also expressed gratitude for the public’s support following the tragedy.

“We are deeply grateful for the enormous outpouring of love and support that we have received through messages, calls and visits over the past hours,” the statement added.

Talay Riley, a Nigerian-British singer and songwriter, is dead.

The Grammy award winner whose real name is Mark Yinka Orabiyi, was stabbed to death in East London. He was 35 years old.

The incident, according to local outlet Newham Recorder, took place around 9 a.m. on Friday on Pankhurst Avenue in Silvertown.

Emergency services were called to the scene, but the Grammy winner could not be saved.

Homicide detectives from the specialist crime command have launched a murder investigation into the incident.

Talay’s death was also confirmed in a statement released by his family. They described their loss as an “overwhelming sadness”.

The family remembered Riley not only for his professional accomplishments but for his character.

“It is with overwhelming sadness that we confirm that Mark ‘Yinka’ Orabiyi professionally known as Talay Riley passed away yesterday morning,” the statement reads.

“Talay will fondly be remembered by those who knew him publicly for his incredible talent as a Grammy Award winning, multi platinum selling songwriter & artist.

“For those that knew and loved him personally it is his humour, generous spirit and unmistakable presence that will be missed the most.”

The family also expressed gratitude for the public’s support following the tragedy.

“We are deeply grateful for the enormous outpouring of love and support that we have received through messages, calls and visits over the past hours,” the statement added.

“Thank you for your continued consideration and sensitivity at what is a devastating time for us all.”

Talay, the brother of music producer Scribz Riley, spent more than a decade shaping the R&B genre.

He first broke into the industry at 18 after signing a publishing deal with Global Publishing.

His career gained momentum with a feature on rapper Chipmunk’s 2009 single, followed by a signing with Jive/Sony Records.

Over the years, he toured the UK and the US alongside artists such as Skepta, Usher, and Trey Songz, and collaborated with Kehlani, H.E.R., Khalid, and the rising US group 2BYG.