Author: Ifedamola Joseph Fayomi

Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold has made history as the first musician to sell out the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and the Creative Arts, formerly known as the National Theatre, Lagos. The milestone was achieved on Friday, December 26, 2025, when the singer filled the 3,560-capacity venue, marking a significant moment in Nigeria’s live music scene. Read Also: Again, Kennyblaq sells out Onikan In recognition of the feat, Adekunle Gold was presented with two plaques on Thursday, January 1, 2026, one honouring him as the first artist to headline and sell out the iconic venue, and another acknowledging the management team…

Singer Wizkid’s personal disc jockey, DJ Tunez, has downplayed the long-standing rivalry between his boss and fellow Afrobeats star Davido, insisting it is not as serious as it appears on social media. Speaking on the Moni Talks podcast, DJ Tunez revealed that Wizkid harbours no ill feelings toward Davido and is open to working closely with him. “Wizkid has big love for Davido. I am just hoping we could go on tour together, Starboy and 30BG. That is all we need right now,” he said. Read Also: Portable Claims Wizkid and Davido Use Controversy to Maintain Relevance According to Tunez, a…

Popular Nigerian singer Skales has debunked rumours that his colleague, Burna Boy, once gifted him ₦600,000 during a period of financial hardship. The singer dismissed the claim while speaking on the negative impact of fake news and social media toxicity in the music industry during a recent interview on the Adesope Live show. According to Skales, the story was fabricated by an overzealous Burna Boy fan on X (formerly Twitter), whom he accused of deliberately spreading falsehoods to fuel online hate and rivalry. Read Also: Skales recounts humble childhood, journey to stardom “There was a time I had to reach out…

Fisayo Michael Olagunju, popularly known as MC Fish, the estranged husband of Nollywood actress Anita Joseph, has opened up on how their relationship began, amid rumours surrounding the collapse of their marriage. The MC and hype man made the revelation on Saturday via his Instagram story, while reacting to claims that Anita allegedly fed and financially supported him during their marriage. New Daily Prime recalls that Anita Joseph announced the end of their five-year marriage on December 23, 2025, through a post shared on Instagram. Read Also: Anita Joseph reacts to allegedly ‘bottling’ husband Her announcement was followed by widespread speculation…

Nigerian singer and entrepreneur Oluwatosin Oluwole Ajibade, popularly known as Mr Eazi, has claimed that he coined the popular phrase ‘Detty December’, now widely associated with end-of-year festivities and tourism in Nigeria. Speaking during his Detty Rave concert in Accra, Mr Eazi said the phrase was created while he was working as a show promoter in Ghana, alongside friends. Read Also: Mr Eazi jokes about new career as streamer According to the singer, the idea was born out of a desire to brand December events in a way that reflected freedom, fun, and intentional enjoyment during the holiday season. “While working…

The family of late Nollywood actress and filmmaker Allwell Ademola has announced her burial arrangements, exactly one week after her sudden passing. In a statement that has since gone viral online, the family disclosed that Ademola will be laid to rest on Friday, January 9, 2026, at the Atan Cemetery, Yaba, Lagos State. According to the burial program, a service of songs, candlelight procession, and artistes’ night will take place a day earlier, on Thursday, January 8, at LTV8, from 4pm to 11pm. Read Also: Alesh Sanni queries colleagues’ condolences following Allwell Ademola’s death New Daily Prime reports that Allwell Ademola…

American rapper Darryl Dwayne Granberry Jr., popularly known as DDG, has described negative Western portrayals of Nigeria as misleading and exaggerated. The hip-hop star, who is currently holidaying in Lagos, said Nigeria is far less dangerous than it is often depicted abroad, insisting that the country is “nowhere near” as unsafe as the United States. Speaking in a video broadcast, DDG argued that while Nigeria faces security challenges, they are not comparable to the level of gun violence and gangsterism common in America. Read Also: Shaffy Bello: I don’t travel by road in Nigeria “I honestly think America is the most…

Afrobeats singer Charles Chibueze Chukwu, popularly known as Crayon, has paid an emotional tribute to his late mother, Evelyn Chukwu, on what would have been her birthday. The Mavin Records artist shared the tribute on X (formerly Twitter), revealing that he shaved his hair in line with family tradition, a symbolic act of love, respect, and honour as her firstborn son. Posting before-and-after photos of his freshly shorn head, Crayon poured out his emotions in a heartfelt message, describing the day as deeply painful and reflective. Read Also: Kunle Remi honours late filmmaker Kayode Peters on 50th posthumous birthday “Happy heavenly…

Nollywood actress and media personality Nancy Isime has announced a break from social media, saying she wants to focus on her happiness and inner peace. The 34-year-old, who is currently in Mauritius, shared the update on her Instagram page while wishing her fans a Happy New Year. Isime revealed that she plans to log off social media indefinitely as she steps into 2026 with renewed energy and optimism. Read Also: Nancy Isime shares story of hardship during early career Expressing excitement about the new year, the actress described 2026 as “the year of our dreams” and thanked her millions of followers…

Addressing Aiyeola directly, Azeez said her forgiveness meant everything to him.