Author: Ifedamola Joseph Fayomi

Famous American streamer Darren Jason Watkins Jr., popularly known as IShowSpeed, has praised Nigerian cuisine, crowning Nigerian jollof rice the best in the world. Speed weighed in on the long-standing debate over which African country makes the best jollof rice during his livestream in Lagos on Wednesday. The popular content creator, who recently flew into Nigeria from Senegal after streaming the country’s AFCON trophy parade, said Nigerian jollof rice tastes better than Senegalese jollof. Read Also: Hilda Baci to cook 250 bags of rice in jollof pot feat “Nigerian jollof rice is good. It tastes better than Senegal jollof rice. I…

Popular gospel singer Nathaniel Bassey has issued a stern warning to married men engaging in extramarital relationships with single women, saying such actions will attract grave consequences. In a now-viral video of him addressing a congregation, the 44-year-old singer cautioned married men against deceiving young women and leading them on under false pretences, including lying about their marital status. Bassey stressed that his warning was not a joke, insisting that those involved would face public disgrace. Read Also: Nathaniel Bassey set to host ‘Kirikiri edition’ of Hallelujah challenge “If you’re a married man and you go about deceiving young girls, leading…

Nigerian actress Iyabo Ojo has claimed that Lizzy Anjorin’s husband is not interested in helping her seek medical attention, amid their ongoing online feud. Iyabo made the allegation during a viral TikTok livestream while addressing accusations previously made against her by Lizzy Anjorin. She urged her fans to stop engaging Lizzy on social media, insisting that continued attention only fuels the controversy. Read Also: Iyabo Ojo defends single motherhood During the livestream, Iyabo alleged that Lizzy is suffering from schizophrenia and expressed concern over what she described as her helpless situation. According to her, Lizzy may not stop attacking her publicly…

Maverick singer Seun Kuti has reacted strongly after music star Wizkid allegedly attacked his wife, Yetunde Kuti, amid their ongoing social media feud. The clash between both artistes escalated after Wizkid, who has been at loggerheads with Seun Kuti over criticisms directed at him and his fans, reportedly described Seun’s wife as “ugly” during the exchange online. Angered by the comment, Seun Kuti addressed the issue during a livestream, where he criticised Wizkid for dragging women and children into their dispute. Read Also: Fela’s daughter Motunrayo blasts Wizkid The Afrobeat singer stressed that such actions were unacceptable, adding that Wizkid had…

Nigerian musician Baba Fryo has criticised Afrobeats star Wizkid over his recent claim that he is “bigger” than late Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. The controversy began after Seun Kuti, Fela’s son, rebuked Wizkid’s fans for comparing the singer to his father, describing such comparisons as disrespectful to Fela’s legacy and urging fans to stop dragging the icon into online debates. Wizkid later responded via his Instagram story, declaring that he was “bigger than Fela” and directing insults at Seun Kuti, a move that further escalated tensions and sparked widespread backlash on social media. Read Also: Seun Kuti warns against Fela comparisons…

Record producer Samuel Oguachuba, popularly known as Samklef, has stirred controversy by claiming that late Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo-Kuti was not the true pioneer of the Afrobeat genre. The Molowo hitmaker alleged that Fela “stole” the Afrobeat concept from veteran Nigerian musician Orlando Julius Ekemode. Samklef made the claim amid the ongoing feud between his former associate, Wizkid, and members of Fela’s family. According to Samklef, Orlando Julius not only originated Afrobeat but also played a key role in Fela’s musical development, including teaching him how to play certain instruments. Read Also: Seun Kuti condemns Wizkid–Fela comparison Sharing a photo of…

Motunrayo Kuti, daughter of late Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, has criticised Afrobeats star Wizkid over claims that he is “bigger” than her father. New Daily Prime recalls that Wizkid recently made the statement while responding to criticisms from Seun Kuti, Fela’s son, sparking widespread reactions across social media. Reacting in a video broadcast that has since gone viral, Motunrayo berated the singer for what she described as a disrespectful comparison, insisting that Wizkid’s remark crossed a line. Read Also: Fela pioneered rap, Seun Kuti claims “Wizkid, you said you are bigger than Fela, right? Wizkid, you are also bigger than your…

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…

The achievement has positioned Behind The Scenes as the highest-grossing Nollywood release.