Author: Ifedamola Joseph Fayomi

Nollywood actress Laide Bakare has addressed the backlash following a cryptic social media post that many believed was aimed at fellow actress Biola Bayo, who recently announced the end of her marriage. The controversy began after Laide posted a message that seemed to hint at Biola’s situation. In her post, she wrote: “All of us will eat breakfast. Asiko lo ma ya to. Good morning, people.” Many interpreted the phrase “eat breakfast”, Nigerian slang for experiencing heartbreak, as a subtle dig at Biola, who had just gone public with her divorce. Social media users quickly linked the message to Biola’s…

Afrobeats star Davido has taken a swipe at former Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, Hon. Timothy Owoeye, following a controversial comment made by the politician during a press briefing in Osogbo. The incident unfolded just hours after Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, visited President Bola Tinubu in Lagos on Tuesday. Adeleke’s visit came amid an ongoing crisis involving local government elections in Osun State. Background: Osun faces political tension Since February 2025, local government funds in Osun have reportedly been withheld. The situation arose from a conflict between the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the ruling Peoples…

Popular American rapper and YouTuber Darryl Dwayne Granberry Jr., better known as DDG, has announced his intention to buy a house in Lagos, Nigeria, as his custody battle with ex-girlfriend Halle Bailey continues to make headlines. The 26-year-old entertainer announced on Friday, using his X (formerly Twitter) account. “Finna buy a house in Lagos, Nigeria. What’s a good area?” he posted, sparking a flurry of reactions from fans and followers both in Nigeria and abroad. This is not the first time DDG has shown interest in relocating to Africa. In March 2025, he hinted at plans to move to Nigeria…

Peter Okoye, one-half of the now-defunct music duo P-Square, has publicly voiced his anger and frustration toward his brothers, Paul and Jude Okoye. In a series of emotionally charged Instagram posts, Peter accused them of trying to destroy his reputation amid their ongoing legal dispute. The singer alleged that his brothers, with the help of a publicist, are orchestrating a campaign to paint him as dishonest. He stated that their actions were not only calculated but also deeply hurtful, especially as they involve misleading the authorities. Legal battle sparks family tensions According to Peter, the conflict escalated after a recent…

Nigerian music star Daniel Anidugbe, better known by his stage name Kizz Daniel, has revealed plans to retire from music. In a series of posts on social media, the popular singer suggested he is preparing to exit the music scene, but not before dropping hundreds of unreleased tracks. Kizz Daniel, who recently released an EP titled Lemon Chase, is already gearing up to release another project called Orange Chase. This back-to-back release strategy is part of a larger plan, he said, to share over 600 unreleased songs with his fans before calling it quits. “I have over 600 songs to…

Nigerian internet personality and self-proclaimed “Queen of Snapchat,” Bobrisky, has made headlines once again. This time, the controversial social media figure has officially dropped his birth name and unveiled a new feminine identity. Born Okuneye Idris Olarenwaju, Bobrisky has long been known for challenging gender norms and sparking debates across the country. Now, he has taken another bold step in his transformation. In a recent online post, the Lagos-based influencer announced that he has legally changed his name to “Afolashade Amope Okuneye”. “My new name is Afolashade Amope Okuneye,” he wrote in a post that quickly went viral. “I expect…

Nigerian music star Timaya believes it is far easier for young artists to break into the music industry today than it was during his rise to fame in the early 2000s and 2010s. The Afro-dancehall pioneer made this known during a recent appearance on the Afrobeats Intelligence podcast, hosted by music journalist Joey Akan. In the episode, Timaya spoke about how the rise of digital tools, internet access, and social media platforms has removed many of the roadblocks that existed when he was starting out. Timaya says, ‘it’s easier now than ever before’ Timaya, often referred to by fans as…

Nigerian music sensation Rema has made history. His debut album, ‘Rave & Roses Ultra’, has become the first African album to hit 3 billion streams on YouTube Music. This milestone places the young Afrobeats star, born Divine Ikubor, in a league of his own. No other African artist has achieved this level of success on the global video-streaming platform. A review by New Daily Prime on Thursday confirmed the streaming record. The numbers show that ‘Rave & Roses Ultra’ has surpassed the 3 billion mark on YouTube Music, setting a new standard for African music on the platform. Rema’s ‘Calm…

Popular Nigerian rapper and actor, Folarin Falana, known professionally as Falz, has denied ever having a personal relationship with controversial crossdresser, Bobrisky. Falz made the statement during a televised interview on Arise TV on Wednesday evening, where he also gave an update on his ongoing legal battle with social media personality, VeryDarkMan. Background of Falz’s controversy The controversy began in 2023 when VeryDarkMan, whose real name remains unknown, allegedly leaked a private phone conversation between Falz and Bobrisky. At the time, Bobrisky was reportedly behind bars. Following the leak, rumours spread rapidly across social media. Many speculated that Falz might…

Nigerian comedian and musician Lawal Nasiru, popularly known as Nasboi, escaped unharmed after a car accident on Wednesday. The entertainer revealed that his car rammed into a stationary trailer. The incident occurred during his ongoing nationwide tour, which he had launched to catch the attention of Afrobeats star Davido for a potential music collaboration. Crash during campaign tour Nasboi, who has gained popularity for his viral comedy skits and music, had just begun what he called a “campaign tour” across Nigeria. The goal, according to him, is to earn a verse from Davido. His fans have been closely following his…