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Author: Ifedamola Joseph Fayomi
Wunmi Aloba, the widow of late Nigerian music star Mohbad, has spoken out against what she describes as relentless bullying. She claims her father-in-law, Joseph Aloba, is turning the public against her by insisting on a DNA test for her son, Liam. Speaking on TVC’s Your View, Omowunmi expressed her frustration. She made it clear that she has no issue with a paternity test but disapproves of how Joseph Aloba is handling the situation. “I have nothing to hide. I don’t have a problem with my father-in-law asking for a DNA test. But it’s the way he’s going about it.…
Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has vowed to turn his life around and make better choices after securing bail from authorities. The controversial artist, famous for his hit song Zazu, declared that he is done with trouble and will now focus on financial stability and personal growth. Portable was granted bail set at ₦2 million after facing charges related to alleged assault and other offenses. His arrest sparked widespread reactions, with fans and critics debating his behavior and legal troubles. Following his release, the singer took to social media to share his thoughts and plans for the…
Nigerian music icons Wizkid and Davido have emerged victorious at the 2025 NAACP Image Awards, solidifying their global influence and musical dominance. The highly regarded event, which honors excellence in arts and media, announced its winners on Tuesday and Wednesday. Wizkid secures sixth NAACP image award Wizkid won the Outstanding Duo, Group, or Collaboration category for his hit song with American singer Brent Faiyaz. This marks his sixth NAACP Image Award, making him the most awarded Nigerian artist in the history of the event. His consistent success further cements his status as one of Africa’s biggest music exports. Davido wins…
Nigerian businessman and nightlife mogul, Chief Obinna Iyiegbu, better known as Obi Cubana, is set to mark his 50th birthday in grand style. To celebrate this milestone, the Cubana Group chairman has launched an exciting campaign titled “Golden Age with Gold Bar.” The initiative promises fans and supporters incredible prizes, including a brand-new Gold Bar-branded luxury car and a ₦2 million cash reward. Obi Cubana made the big announcement during a live Instagram session, where he invited fans, friends, and well-wishers to be part of the festivities. The birthday celebrations will take place in multiple locations, including Abuja, Lagos, and…
Canadian musician Grimes has publicly accused her ex-partner, Elon Musk, of ignoring their child’s critical medical needs. The singer, whose real name is Claire Boucher, took to the social media platform X on Thursday, pleading for Musk’s immediate response. She warned that failure to act could result in lifelong impairment for their child. A desperate plea for help In her post, Grimes expressed frustration over Musk’s lack of communication. She revealed that the billionaire entrepreneur had repeatedly ignored her messages, calls, and emails despite the urgency of the situation. “I’m sorry to do this publicly, but ignoring this is no…
Nigerian media personality Chinedu Ani Emmanuel, known as Nedu, addresses speculation about his exit from The Honest Bunch podcast amid controversy. His exit came amid controversy involving reality TV star Deeone and social media critic VeryDarkMan (VDM). The situation escalated after Deeone, a guest on a recent episode of the podcast, claimed that VDM was attracted to men. The allegation quickly spread online, sparking heated reactions. In response, VDM accused Nedu of orchestrating the entire situation. He alleged that Nedu had persistently invited him to appear on the podcast since 2024 and even offered to buy him a car as…
Nigerian gospel minister Lawrence Oyor has expressed shock after seeing popular crossdresser Bobrisky singing his hit song Favour. Oyor, known for his inspirational gospel music, admitted that he had to replay the video several times to process what he had just witnessed. In a video shared online, Oyor described his reaction as disbelief. He never expected someone like Bobrisky to be familiar with his music, let alone sing along to it. The gospel singer even joked that he almost denied ownership of the song because of the unexpected nature of the moment. “A very risky Bob” Oyor recounted his feelings…
Nigerian singer Magixx has opened up about the personal stories behind two songs from his upcoming album, I Dream In Colour. In a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter), he revealed that the last track on the album was inspired by a disturbing encounter with a childhood friend. “The last track on my album was because of my childhood friend that threatened to get me killed,” he wrote. While he did not share further details, his words suggest a painful memory that has now been turned into music. The revelation left many fans shocked, with some expressing concern for…
Controversial singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has retracted his earlier claims of being mentally unstable. Appearing before Magistrate O.L. Oke at the Magistrate Court in Isabo, Abeokuta, on Thursday, the Zazoo crooner insisted that he is in good health. Police declare Portable wanted He had been declared wanted on Monday by the Ogun State Police Command. Authorities accused him of assaulting three officials from the Ogun State Planning and Development Permit Authority (OGPDPA). Following the announcement, police launched a manhunt, sparking a dramatic response from the singer. Portable’s social media outburst On Tuesday, he took to Instagram with…
Nigerian singer Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, better known as Ayra Starr, has made a surprising revelation about her past. Before rising to fame, the 22-year-old Afrobeats sensation actively ran a social media troll page. Ayra Starr shared this unexpected detail during an episode of the I Said What I Said podcast, hosted by Feyikemi Abudu and Jola Ayeye. While discussing her early social media activity, she admitted to having a dedicated fan page for American rapper Nicki Minaj. “I had a troll page. I had a Nicki Minaj fan page before I became Ayra Starr,” she confessed. From fan page to…
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