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Selena Gomez, the American singer and actress, recently took to her Instagram page to announce her engagement to producer Benny Blanco. The announcement featured a photo of a large diamond ring, with a caption that said, “Forever begins now.” Blanco playfully commented on the post, claiming Gomez as his wife. Additionally, Gomez’s close friend, Taylor…
Hip-hop icons Jay-Z and Sean “Diddy” Combs have been accused of sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl in a lawsuit filed over an alleged incident dating back to September 2000. The lawsuit claims the assault took place during an after-party following the MTV Video Music Awards. According to the updated complaint, Jay-Z, whose real name is…
The Maverick singer, Charles Oputa, aka Charly Boy, has shared details about his extramarital affairs. Speaking in a recent interview with Arise TV, Charly Boy admitted to having multiple “side chicks” despite being married to his wife, Diane for over 30 years. He, however, included that the “side chicks” are more or less entertainers and…
The recent rumour of Netflix’s potential exit from the Nigerian market has sparked concern among Nollywood producers. Although Netflix promptly refuted the claim, reaffirming its commitment to investing in Nigerian stories, producers are speaking out about their experiences and challenges working with the streaming giant. In his reaction, Lancelot Imasuen, prominent director and…
Nigerian skitmaker, Maryam Apaokagi, popularly known as Taaooma, has shared the joyous news of the birth of her first child, a baby girl. In a heartfelt post on her verified Instagram page on Thursday, the content creator revealed that her daughter, Amani Korede Makeda Greene, was born on 7 November 2024. Taaooma accompanied…
Nigerian comedian and filmmaker, Basketmouth has accused Nollywood producers of mismanaging funds allocated by global streaming platforms, claiming that their actions have negatively impacted the quality of Nigerian films. Speaking in a recent interview, the entertainer alleged that many producers misuse substantial portions of the budgets provided for movie production, diverting the funds…
Nigerian Afrobeats singer, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has shared why he chose to tie the knot with Chioma, his long-time girlfriend. In an appearance on The Morning Hustle podcast on Tuesday, Davido provided a glimpse into his personal life and relationship with Chioma. When asked about his decision to marry Chioma, Davido disclosed…
Festive season is one season that everyone looks forward to celebrating, blockbuster Nigerian movies filmmakers are not left out, the festive holiday atmosphere attracts audiences. Seemingly, consistent box office giants such as Funke Akindele, Toyin Abraham and others, have transformed this period into a fiercely competitive arena, delivering high-quality, captivating films that have inspired even…
Afrobeats star, Rotimi, has revealed why he left American rapper, 50 Cent’s record label, G-Unit. Rotimi disclosed that he exited the label because the boss didn’t understand his style of music. According to him, afrobeats wasn’t mainstream in the Western world at the time he was signed to G-Unit. Speaking in…
A Federal High Court in Lagos has dismissed a fundamental rights lawsuit filed by social media personality, Okuneye Idris Olanrewaju, popularly known as Bobrisky, against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Bobrisky had accused the EFCC of infringing on his rights and sought damages of ₦200 million, along with a perpetual injunction preventing the…
The 6th Asian Film Festival, founded in 2017 by the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran, has officially opened in Abuja, celebrating Asia’s rich cultural diversity and cinematic traditions despite regional tensions. Initially, 14 countries expressed interest in participating, but geopolitical conflicts led to the absence of notable contributors like Lebanon and Syria, both…
Canadian rapper Drake has filed lawsuits against Universal Music Group (UMG) and Spotify, accusing them of orchestrating a scheme to artificially inflate the streams of Kendrick Lamar’s diss track, ‘Not Like Us’, while suppressing his own music. In a petition submitted to the New York Supreme Court on Monday, lawyers for Drake’s company,…
Afrobeats artist Davidohas claimed that he is facing threats of having his show canceled following his criticism of the Nigerian economy on an American podcast. Davido had expressed his concerns about the state of the economy in Nigeria during an appearance on the ‘Big Homies House’ podcast, advising US citizens against relocating to Africa, especially…
The singer Beyoncé has been recognized as the greatest popstar of the 21st century by Billboard, a prestigious music publication. This acknowledgment places her at the top spot among some of the biggest names in the music industry. Taylor Swift, another hugely popular artist, secured the second position in this ranking. Following Beyoncé and Taylor…
Afrobeats singer, David Adeleke, aka Davido, has claimed that the best doctors in the United States are of Nigerian descent. He made the claim while highlighting the contributions of Africans to both the professional and creative sectors during the a programme. Davido pointed out that Africans are some of the brightest brains…
Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Tacha, has announced her plan to relocate abroad. She revealed on Monday that she would be moving to the United Kingdom. On her X handle, she wrote, “Relocating to the UK. So help me God.” In recent years, the number of Nigerian celebrities moving abroad has significantly…
Miss Linda Ifeoma Onyelabara, a talented Nigerian singer, has been crowned the overall winner of the 2024 “Good Partners of China and Africa Chinese and English Singing Competition” held in Abuja. Linda clinched the grand prize of ₦500,000 with her captivating performance in Chinese, competing against other skilled participants. Reflecting on her victory, she described…
Famous rapper, Nicki Minaj, has described Nigerian Afrobeat musician, Davido as an incredible melody maker and songwriter. She made this known while revealing reasons for her recent collaboration with Davido. Newsmen reports that the songstress had recently collaborated with Davido on her latest project ‘If It’s Okay’. However responding to a curious…
Polygamy best marria Nigerian comedian and actor, Okechukwu Anthony Onyegbule, popularly known as Okey Bakassi, has claimed that polygamy is the best form of marriage for Africa. According to him, monogamy isn’t working. Speaking on the Honest Bunch Podcast, Bakassi claimed many are pretending to be happy in monogamous marriages. He said,…
Afrobeats singer, Wizkid has broken records as all the songs from his new album, ‘Morayo’ are in the top 17 positions on Apple Music. This achievement came in less than 10 hours after the release of the album. The album, which was released today November 22, 2024, is a tribute to his…
The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has suspended its National Executive Council (NEC) Chairman, Mr. Mamman Mike Osuman, SAN, following his controversial remarks regarding the 2027 presidential elections. The decision comes just 24 hours after Osuman criticized President Bola Tinubu’s administration and declared support for a northern presidential candidate in the next general elections. The suspension…
Afrobeat superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has been presented with a brand-new luxury car as a 32nd birthday gift from U.S.-based auto dealer, Mr. Jay Autos LLC. The auto firm celebrated the Nigerian singer’s milestone by gifting him an Escalade 600 premium luxury vehicle. In an Instagram post on Thursday, the dealership showcased…
Nigerian afrobeats star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has reflected on his life as he added another year. The ‘Omo Baba Olowo’ crooner turned 32 on Thursday, November 21, and he shared some of his thoughts on his new age with fans on X. Davido stated that contrary to what many…
Chidimma Adetshina, the first runner-up at the recent Miss Universe pageant, has revealed her next steps, focusing on personal growth and career development. In an interview with BBC Pidgin, Adetshina revealed she plans to take a break from pageantry to concentrate on her education and burgeoning careers in modeling and acting. “I…
Nigerian music star Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has unveiled the tracklist for his much-anticipated sixth studio album, Morayo. The album, a follow-up to his 2022 release More Love, Less Ego, is deeply personal, serving as a tribute to his late mother, Morayo, who passed away in 2023. Scheduled for release on November…
Nigerian music icon Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has shattered multiple streaming records with his latest single, Kese (Dance). The track, released ahead of his upcoming album Morayo, amassed 1.57 million streams on Spotify Nigeria in its first day, surpassing the previous record of 1.016 million streams held by his collaboration with Brent Faiyaz…
Nigerian afrobeats singer, Kizz Daniel, has vowed to quit music if anyone apart from Runtown comes forward to say they have ever written a song for him. The singer had taken to his X handle to praise his colleague, Runtown, for being the first person to ever write a song for him. “For the first…
American rapper Drake has lost a staggering $355,000 following Jake Paul’s victory over boxing legend Mike Tyson. The much-anticipated boxing match took place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, after a year of heated exchanges between the two fighters. Despite Tyson’s iconic status, it was Paul who triumphed with a unanimous decision,…
Ivy Ifeoma, the second wife of Paul Okoye, also known as Rudeboy, from the former P-Square music duo, has addressed the long-standing rift between her husband and his twin brother, Peter Okoye, also known as Mr. P. In a recent YouTube Q&A session, Ivy openly expressed her disappointment over the unresolved conflict that ultimately led…
Mark Zuckerberg, founder of Facebook and Meta, has released a special cover of the rap hit “Get Low” to celebrate his wife, Priscilla Chan, on their dating anniversary. The couple has been together since 2003 and married in 2012, with Zuckerberg deciding to celebrate his dating anniversary with her in a more special…
Famous music executive, Banky W has said that Wizkid started his career as a studio rat. Banky W stated this while reflecting on Wizkid’s early struggles before fame. In a viral video on social media, Banky W, who was pivotal in launching Wizkid’s career through his record label, Empire Mates Entertainment, EME, disclosed…
