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Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has finally responded to fellow actress Lizzy Anjorin over repeated online attacks directed at her and her children. New Daily Prime reports that Lizzy Anjorin, a long-time online critic of Iyabo Ojo, recently accused her of being responsible for the death of late singer Destiny Boy, a claim that sparked widespread reactions on social media. Reacting during a TikTok livestream on Tuesday, Iyabo Ojo said she now feels sympathy for Lizzy, suggesting that her actions may be linked to mental health challenges. Read Also: Lizzy Anjorin calls out Iyabo Ojo as Priscilla’s pregnancy sparks reactions “Initially, I…

Nigerian rapper Jeremiah Chukwuebuka Ani, popularly known as Jeriq, has revealed that music played a major role in keeping him away from vices and saving him from ending up in prison. The Enugu-born rapper disclosed this during a candid interview with YouTuber The Smallie, where he spoke openly about his troubled past and how music became a turning point in his life. According to Jeriq, he was arrested several times by law enforcement agencies while growing up, due to his involvement in vices. He said encounters with the police and anti-cult units were frequent during that period. Read Also: American rapper…

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Popular Nollywood actress Sarah Martins has reportedly been hospitalised following a sudden health emergency that caused her to collapse. New Daily Prime reports that the actress shared details of the frightening incident on her Instagram page, revealing that she woke up unable to feel parts of her body and briefly feared she was lifeless. Despite the alarming symptoms, Martins said she still pushed herself to go to her shop to carry out inventory and conduct interviews for prospective staff. It was during this process that she reportedly slumped and was rushed to the hospital. According to the actress, doctors conducted…

Saida, the mother of late Afrofuji singer Afeez Adeshina, popularly known as Destiny Boy, has revealed details surrounding her son’s death, dismissing rumours linking it to money rituals. Destiny Boy, who rose to fame in 2019 after gaining attention for his Fuji-style cover of Davido’s hit song If, died on Sunday, January 18, 2025, after battling a long-term illness known locally as “Ogu oru”, which she said often triggered seizures. In a video that began trending on Monday, Saida explained that the family had managed the singer’s condition privately for years with the help of medical professionals, traditional healers, and…

Reality star Josephine Ijioma Otabor, popularly known as Phyna, has denied claims that she said she is yet to receive her N100 million grand prize for winning the 2022 edition of the Big Brother Naija reality show. New Daily Prime recalls that Phyna had in 2023, publicly called out the organisers of the show, alleging that she had not received all the prizes attached to her victory. Following a series of statements from both Phyna’s team and the Big Brother Naija organisers, the issue eventually faded from public attention, with many fans assuming it had been resolved. Read Also: Phyna: Why…

Maverick singer and activist Seun Kuti has claimed that his father, the late Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, was also a pioneer of rap music. Speaking on a recent episode of the Hits Don’t Lie podcast, Kuti argued that Fela engaged in what would later be known as rap, particularly on his 1980 album Authority Stealing. According to him, the music legend delivered spoken-word verses over rhythm long before the style was formally labelled as rap. Read Also: Seun Kuti warns against Fela comparisons “Fela was the first person to rap. He did a bit of rapping on the album Authority Stealing.…

Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson has threatened legal action against online trolls and platforms she accused of spreading false reports about her and her family. The actress issued the warning on Monday while reacting to the release of TikTok content creator and blogger Eedie Bliss, who had alleged that Johnson’s husband bought a mansion for a mistress who became pregnant for him. New Daily Prime recalls that Eedie Bliss was released from detention on Saturday, January 17, 2026, following public outcry over her arrest. Read Also: Jarvis threatens legal action against Peller over money laundering allegation Addressing the issue for the first…

Nigerian Afrobeats star Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, has opened up about his ideal woman, revealing that style matters more to him than wealth. The 25-year-old singer disclosed this during a recent interview with People Gallery, where he was asked to choose between a woman with style and one with financial resources. Read Also: Tiwa Savage: I want a wealthy, drama-free partner Responding to the question, the ‘Calm Down’ hitmaker made it clear that money is not a priority for him in a relationship. “I already got the funds, so style,” Rema replied. The singer explained that since he is…

Maverick singer and activist Seun Kuti has denied allegations that he is using Grammy-winning Afrobeats star Wizkid’s name to chase clout or revive his career. Kuti has recently faced criticism online after repeatedly calling out Wizkid and his fanbase during a series of livestreams, with some accusing him of stirring controversy to regain relevance. Read Also: Seun Kuti warns against Fela comparisons Reacting to the claims during one of his livestream sessions, the Afrobeat musician insisted that his career has never been stunted and that he has no reason to seek attention through Wizkid’s name. “Some people are saying I am…