Author: Ifedamola Joseph Fayomi

Nigerian Afrobeats star Bella Shmurda has raised concerns over the financial habits of many of his fellow artists. He believes that reckless spending is leaving many young musicians broke and dependent on record labels to fund their careers. In a recent episode of the Afrobeats Intelligence podcast, the “Cash App” hitmaker shared personal experiences and offered advice to upcoming artists on how to manage their earnings wisely. Early mistakes and lessons learned Bella Shmurda admitted that he once made the same mistakes he now warns others about. At the beginning of his rise to fame, he spent carelessly, trying to…

The family of legendary Nigerian highlife musician, Mike Ejeagha, has confirmed that the music icon died of prostate cancer. He passed away peacefully on Friday evening, June 6, at the age of 95. Speaking to Vanguard on Saturday morning, the musician’s eldest son, Emma Ejeagha, said his father died after a long battle with the disease. According to him, the highlife maestro had been living with prostate cancer since 2006. Emma explained that his father took his last breath at the 32 Garrison Hospital in Enugu. “Papa died on Friday, at 8 p.m. and his body has been deposited in…

Popular Nigerian singer Peter Okoye, also known as Mr. P, has publicly defended himself in a new social media post. In a strong statement shared online, Peter claimed that certain people close to him are working hard to damage his image. He said they are trying to make him look like a liar. He made it clear that he is not someone to be pushed aside or spoken for. “I’m not May D or Cynthia Morgan,” he said, referring to artists who had past disputes with his family’s music label. “I’m Peter Okoye, the one and only Rock/Okwute of the…

Plans are in top gear to hold the second edition of the Eko Mi Awards. With the team, ‘Eko Best 11,’ the event is set to be held on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at the Radisson Blu Hotels, in Ikeja GRA, Lagos. According to Otunba Bestman Nze Jumbo, the CEO of Image Expression, publisher of Eko Mi, Eko E Newspaper and the organiser of Eko Mi Awards, this edition isn’t just another event. “It’s a salute to legacy, leadership, and the relentless Lagos spirit. We’re celebrating pioneers, disruptors, and legends who’ve redefined what’s possible and powered the pulse of Lagos,”…

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…