Author: Ifedamola Joseph Fayomi

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has hinted at the possibility of Canadian rapper Drake headlining the first-ever halftime show at the 2026 World Cup final. This would mark a historic shift for the tournament, introducing a Super Bowl-style entertainment spectacle to the world’s biggest sporting event. FIFA recently announced that Coldplay’s lead singer, Chris Martin, is curating the inaugural halftime show. The initiative aims to bring a fresh entertainment experience to the World Cup final, set to take place at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19, 2026. Infantino supports the idea of Drake During an interview with Fox5, Infantino…

Amber Rose, the famous American model and media personality, has opened up about dating younger men and why she chooses to keep things casual. Speaking with Shannon Sharpe on the Club Shay Shay podcast, she explained that these relationships were casual and purely for fun. She made it clear that she never intended to take them seriously. Why younger men pursue older women During the interview, Rose highlighted how her former partners often ended up dating attractive women, or “baddies,” after their time with her. She suggested that her influence played a role in making them more desirable. “With women…

Nigerian rapper Tochukwu Ojogwu, popularly known as Odumodublvck, has sparked a fresh debate on the growing issue of “stream farming” in the country’s music industry. He claimed that some artists artificially inflate their streaming numbers, but these numbers do not reflect real fan engagement. Taking to his X (formerly Twitter) account, Odumodublvck expressed his concerns. He stated that the manipulation of streaming numbers does not lead to increased concert bookings or ticket sales, both locally and internationally. “There’s a high level of stream farming going on in the Nigerian music industry,” he wrote. “Farming is crazy because it’s not translating…

Popular Nigerian musician Teniola Apata, known as Teni, has opened up about her recent battle with malaria, sharing her experience with fans. Despite her wealth and success, she emphasized that money cannot buy good health. On Wednesday, Teni shared a video on Instagram showing herself receiving medical care in a hospital bed. In the clip, she revealed that she had been sick for two weeks after experiencing extreme weakness and loss of appetite. Singer Calls for Action Against Mosquitoes According to Teni, she was eventually diagnosed with malaria. She expressed frustration over the mosquito problem in the Ikate area of…

American model Amber Rose has made bold allegations about her ex-boyfriend, rapper Kanye West, claiming he controls and influences his partners’ style. She alleged that West enjoys making his female partners dress provocatively so that other men fantasize about them. Rose shared these revelations while discussing his current wife, Bianca Censori, and her public nudity during a recent episode of the Club Shay Shay podcast. According to her, this pattern is nothing new. She claimed West did the same to her and his former wife, Kim Kardashian. West’s alleged pattern of behavior “Kanye has always been like this,” Rose said.…

Popular Nollywood actress Chika Ike has welcomed her first child, sharing the joyful news with fans on social media. The movie star announced the birth of her baby on Instagram on Thursday, posting heartwarming photos to mark the special occasion. One of the images featured a background with the word “Princess,” revealing that she had given birth to a baby girl. Expressing her excitement, she captioned the post, “My baby is here. Welcome to the world, my sunshine.” Social media buzz and speculation As fans and colleagues flooded her comments with congratulatory messages, speculation quickly followed. A few weeks ago,…

Actress Kate Henshaw praises Senator Natasha Akpoti for standing firm amid controversy over her dispute with Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Henshaw commended Akpoti’s courage, calling her a symbol of resilience for women in politics. The conflict between the two senators erupted on February 20, 2025, during a heated plenary session. The disagreement reportedly stemmed from seating arrangements, leading to a tense exchange between Akpoti, who represents Kogi Central, and Akpabio. The clash quickly escalated, drawing widespread attention. Following the altercation, the Senate referred Akpoti to its Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions. Lawmakers accused her of disorderly conduct during…

Nigerian actor Sanusi Izihaq, known as Apa, opens up about his struggles in Nollywood and why he stayed despite multiple attempts to quit. Apa, who began his career as a Continuity Manager before transitioning into acting, shared his experiences during an interview on the Talk to B podcast with actress Biola Bayo. He credited fellow actor Ibrahim Chatta for playing a crucial role in keeping him from leaving the industry. A Director’s unexpected hostility Recalling a particularly tough period, Apa revealed that an influential director, whom he had never worked with, vowed to make his career difficult. The unexpected hostility…

Afrobeat star Seun Kuti backs Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan in her sexual harassment claims against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Kuti criticized Nigerian celebrities and feminists for remaining silent on the matter. Allegations against senate president Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central, accused Akpabio of rejecting her motion on the Ajaokuta Steel Complex because she refused his alleged sexual advances. She made the claims during a televised interview, sparking controversy. Since her statement, she has faced harsh criticism, particularly from female colleagues in the Senate. Many have dismissed her claims, while others have remained silent. Despite the seriousness of the allegation, there…

Former Big Brother Naija star Tolanibaj has sparked a debate on wealth and luxury, arguing that exotic cars are liabilities and real assets offer true financial security. She believes exotic cars, including high-end models like Lamborghinis, are “liabilities” rather than valuable investments. Instead of holding onto such vehicles, she says she would rather trade them for real assets. Tolanibaj shared her thoughts in a video posted on Snapchat. In the clip, she made it clear that while she would accept a Lamborghini as a gift, she would not keep it. She explained that selling the car and using the money…