Author: Ifedamola Joseph Fayomi

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…

Renowned Nigerian music video director, ThankGod Omori Jesam, popularly known as TG Omori, has revealed that he only started making profits from directing in 2023, despite years of high-profile work in the industry. TG Omori made this surprising revelation during an interactive session with fans on X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday. Known for his vibrant visual storytelling and stylish cinematography, Omori has worked with many of Nigeria’s biggest artists, including Burna Boy, Asake, and Davido. Yet, he said his financial success didn’t match his professional fame, not for a long time. Five years of production debt The director shared that…

Fuji music icon Wasiu Ayinde, popularly known as KWAM 1 or K1 De Ultimate, recently opened up about the deep influence his late mother had on his musical journey. At 68 years old, the veteran artist revealed that his mother, Princess Halima Anifowoshe, was not only a guiding force but also an important contributor to his success in music. KWAM 1 shared these insights during a podcast interview promoting his latest project, Ganusi The Album, Fuji Classical. He explained that the song “Mama,” featured on the album, is a heartfelt tribute to his mother and her role in shaping his…

Popular Nollywood actor Ibrahim Chatta has reunited with his estranged wife, actress Olayinka Solomon, in what many have described as a surprising but heartwarming moment. The reunion happened on Sunday night in Lagos State, during the star-studded premiere of Toyin Abraham’s latest film, Iyalode. The moment quickly caught public attention after a video from the event surfaced online. The video, now trending across social media platforms, shows Chatta warmly embracing Olayinka Solomon and her current husband, Olasunkanmi Mabinuori, in front of a cheering crowd. A friendly embrace caught on camera In the viral clip, Chatta is seen walking up to…

Nigerian dancer and singer Korra Obidi is once again in the spotlight, this time for reasons beyond her music and social media presence. The U.S.-based entertainer has set tongues wagging after sharing intimate moments with Canadian rapper Drake’s father, Dennis Graham. Cosy photos raise eyebrows Obidi posted a series of affectionate photos and videos with Dennis Graham on Instagram. The most striking image shows Graham planting a kiss on Obidi’s cheek while they smile at the camera. The caption read, “Korra, Iya Drizzy,” which translates loosely from Yoruba to “Drake’s Mom.” She also added, “Amazing time with @therealdennisg.” In a…

Veteran Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has voiced her concerns over what she describes as systemic gender bias in Nigerian laws. In a recent interview with Arise TV, the outspoken actress said many laws in the country are designed in ways that harm and disadvantage women. Speaking with a calm but firm tone, Henshaw argued that women in Nigeria are not treated equally, both by society and the legal system. According to her, the nation’s laws and cultural practices continue to reflect deep-rooted beliefs that place women beneath men. “Men see women as inferior” “The average Nigerian man is wired to…

Popular Nollywood actress Biola Bayo has announced her separation from her husband, Oluseyi. The news came as a surprise to many of her fans and colleagues in the entertainment industry. Biola announced on Tuesday afternoon, June 3, 2025, in a post shared on her official Instagram page. The announcement was part of a message to mark her birthday. “We’ve been separated since April”, Biola In her emotional post, Biola revealed that she and Oluseyi have been living apart since April 2024. She cited “irreconcilable differences” as the reason for the separation. “We’ve been separated since April last year,” she wrote.…