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NIGERIA – For the first time, a Nigerian artist has won the Grammy for Best African Music Performance. Tems clinched the award in a category dominated by Nigerian artists, including Burna Boy and Asake. Her song ‘Love Me Jeje’ from her debut album ‘Born in the Wild’ stood out, making her the second-ever winner of…
Lagos, Nigeria — MultiChoice Nigeria has rolled out its highly anticipated Step-Up offer for 2025, giving DStv and GOtv subscribers the chance to enjoy premium content by upgrading to a higher package at no extra cost. The promotional offer, which runs from Monday, January 13, 2025, to Monday, March 31, 2025, is open to new,…
Actor Korexx —Actor and content creator Ajayi Akorede, also known as Korexx, has shared his views on the societal pressure for men to desire women lustfully. Korexx believes that not all men are inherently wired to have such desires, suggesting that external influences, such as social conditioning, play a significant role in shaping men’s attitudes…
Lagos, Nigeria — A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos, presided over by Justice Alexander Owoeye, has scheduled February 14, 2025, for the arraignment of Ezekiel Thankgod, the former manager of gospel singer Mercy Chinwo, on allegations of $345,000 fraud. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) accused Ezekiel of diverting royalties from Chinwo’s digital…
Lagos, Nigeria — Renowned Nollywood actress and producer Funke Akindele has addressed a comment from a social media user who criticized her for wearing a ring on her “marriage finger” despite being divorced. The comment, posted by a user identified as @OriretanHonour on X, suggested that Akindele’s choice to wear the ring could discourage potential…
Lagos, Nigeria — Controversial street artist Portable has accused Afrobeat superstar Davido of offering misleading advice and living a “fake life,” stirring fresh controversy in the Nigerian music scene. In a recent video, Portable claimed that during a meeting in Atlanta, Davido advised him against signing a deal with Sony Music, instead recommending Empire Records,…
Joseph Aloba—The father of the late singer Mohbad, Joseph Aloba, has expressed doubts about the paternity of Liam, his grandson. Following the death of Mohbad on September 12, 2023, and his subsequent burial on Sept. 13, his body was exhumed for an autopsy by the Lagos state police command on September 21. Amidst the controversies…
NIGERIA – Nigerian superstar Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has emerged as Africa’s highest-earning artiste on Spotify, cementing his position as one of the continent’s most influential musicians. According to music statistics platform Chart Masters, Wizkid rakes in an impressive $1 million monthly from Spotify, placing him at the top of Africa’s earners on…
$5,000–Singer Spyro has come forward with serious allegations against music executive Ubi Franklin, accusing him of scamming him out of $5,000. In an interview on the Echoroom podcast, Spyro revealed that he was deceived by Franklin into performing at a birthday party in Ghana under false pretenses involving Davido. Despite an agreement to pay him…
Abuja, Nigeria — Joseph Aloba, father of the late Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, has revealed that his life significantly improved following his son’s tragic death. Speaking in an interview with media personality Akin Abolade, also known as Mrlilgaga, Aloba stated, “Yes, my life got better after Mohbad’s death. He was…
Nollywood, Nigeria – Nollywood actor, Kunle Afod, says in his 38 years of experience as an actor and director, he has learnt “there is no friend or foe anywhere”. Afod, while speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Lagos, said that nobody should be perceived as a permanent friend…
Nigeria–Nigerian singer, Simisola Bolatito Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has captivated fans with her love note to her husband, Adekunle Gold on their 6th wedding anniversary. The couple, who tied the knot in a beautiful private ceremony on January 9, 2019, have built a strong and loving foundation over the six years of their marriage….
Nigeria–Controversial crossdresser Okuneye Idris, well known as Bobrisky, has appealed to Grammy-winning artist Burna Boy to forgive fellow entertainer Darlington Okoye, also known as Speed Darlington, and to facilitate his release from prison. In a series of posts on his Instagram story on Sunday, Bobrisky expressed concern about Speed Darlington’s welfare, pleading with Burna Boy…
Nigeria_ Renowned Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele, along with rising star Stephen Oluboyo, have emerged as the highest-grossing writers of 2024, showcasing their exceptional storytelling prowess Akindele’s recent works, including “Everybody Loves Jenifa,” have achieved remarkable box office success, solidifying her position as a leading figure in Nollywood. Oluboyo’s innovative approach to storytelling has…
Lagos, Nigeria — Nigerian rap icon, Olamide Gbenga Adedeji, widely known as Olamide, has made history by becoming the first African rapper to amass over 1 billion career streams on Spotify. This groundbreaking achievement reflects Olamide’s unique ability to blend Afrobeats with his rap style, alongside a series of successful collaborations. In addition to this…
Sound City – Popular On-Air Personality, OAP, Do2dtun, has called out music channel, Soundcity, over alleged unpaid salaries. Do2dtun addressed the issue on Wednesday in a now trending post on his X handle. The OAP in a series of posts claimed the music station failed to pay its staff for eight months. …
Nigeria – A former federal lawmaker, Shina Peller, has dismissed rumours that he’s related to popular TikToker, Peller. The entertainment mogul said even though the Professor Peller dynasty is big, the young Peller isn’t one of them. https://poftv.com/index.php/2025/01/07/how-troops-neutralised-80-bandits-in-katsina/ Speaking in a recent interview with Channels TV, Shina Peller said, “I have heard about the…
Nigeria– Nollywood actor Zubby Michael has stated that singer Davido is not a human being. The actor made this remark while speaking about the singer’s personality in a video from his interview shared on social media. While speaking on the ‘Curiosity Made Me Ask’ podcast with Isbae U, Zubby Michael recalled how Davido put him…
A recent episode of the Ghanaian TV show, Showbiz 360, featured Ghanaian-Nigerian actress Yvonne Okoro, who made a surprising revelation about her preference for men. Okoro stated that she favors Nigerian men to their Ghanaian counterparts. The actress explained that her preference is not solely based on generosity, but also on romantic nature. “Nigerian men…
Gospel music legend, Mrs Deborah Fasoyin, renowned for the iconic song Odun nlo sopin, has revealed that she is not the actual composer of the timeless track. In an interview shared online by FM 365 and reported by Church Times Nigeria on Thursday, Fasoyin disclosed that the song predates her choir’s popular 1979 recording. “I…
An American content creator, Woah Vicky has shared her observations after her recent visit to Lagos State, Nigeria. While acknowledging Lagos’ bustling nightlife, she stated that many people in Nigeria are struggling with hunger and poverty. In a post on her X handle, she further called for tangible support for Nigeria to address poverty. “I…
Ace music executive and CEO of Kennis Music, enny Ogungbe, has revealed that the record label made efforts to prevent iconic singer, 2Face, aka 2Baba, from womanising while he was signed to the label. Speaking in a recent episode of The Honest Bunch podcast, Baba Keke said women were seeking the young 2Face’s…
The Canadian Government in collaboration with United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has provided Bauchi State with over 4,300 bottles of ‘Vitamin A’ which translates to 1,405,400 doses, valued at N65 million. Also, UNICEF has extended direct cash assistance of N31.6 million to the state government through the State Primary Healthcare Development Board, to support…
Nigerian singer, Ayra Starr, has promised to make her love interest public. Her private life has previously eluded her fans as nothing is known about her love interest. The 22-year-old singer said she would be unveiling her lover in the music video of her hit song, ‘Lagos Love Story.’ Starr said…
Funke Akindele’s latest blockbuster, Everybody Loves Jenifa has taken the West African box office by storm, grossing over ₦1 billion in just 19 days. The blockbuster, which has recorded an impressive 201,604 ticket admissions, now commands 40% of December’s box office revenue, with total earnings standing at ₦1,034,091,220. This milestone cements its place as the…
Renowned Nigerian singer Tiwatope Balogun-Savage, widely known as Tiwa Savage, has suggested that her next album could mark her retirement from music. In an Instagram story posted on Saturday morning, Tiwa shared her feelings of exhaustion, writing, “This might be my last studio album. I am tired, I don try.” However, she did not disclose…
Olivia Hussey, celebrated for her portrayal of Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli’s 1968 adaptation of Romeo and Juliet, has died at the age of 73. Her family announced her passing on Friday, describing her as a person whose warmth, wisdom, and kindness left an indelible mark on those who knew her. Hussey’s performance in the Oscar-winning…
Olivia Hussey, the iconic actress who captivated audiences as Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli’s 1968 adaptation of Romeo and Juliet, died on Friday at the age of 73. [ez-toc] Her family confirmed the news in a heartfelt statement on Instagram, calling her a “remarkable person whose warmth, wisdom, and pure kindness touched the lives of…
MultiChoice has announced that all DStv customers will enjoy free access to all channels on the platform from December 27 to 29, irrespective of their subscription status. This was disclosed in a statement released on Thursday by MultiChoice Nigeria. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the holiday offer is open…
Nigerian music star Asake has stirred rumors of a potential fallout with his record label, YBNL, after making notable changes to his Instagram profile. Fans noticed that the singer removed all references to YBNL from his bio and unfollowed everyone on the platform, prompting widespread speculation about his relationship with the label led…
South African singer Tyla Laura Seethal, known simply as Tyla, is thoroughly enjoying her time in Nigeria this festive season. From attending events and mingling with celebrities to granting interviews, the Grammy Award-winning artist has made it clear that her visit serves a special purpose. Tyla arrived in Nigeria just before…
