Author: Ifedamola Joseph Fayomi

Nigerian singer Cynthia Morgan, now known as Madrina, has called on President Bola Tinubu to take urgent action to reduce the economic hardship in the country. She urged the government to reconsider its stance on fuel subsidy removal, arguing that the current situation has become unbearable for many Nigerians. Initial support for subsidy removal Morgan admitted that she initially supported Tinubu’s decision to remove the petrol subsidy. She believed the move was necessary for the country’s economic growth. However, she now feels the government was unprepared for the full removal and that its impact has pushed many Nigerians into severe…

Actor Mr Macaroni responds to a protest urging Nigerians to unfollow silent celebrities amid economic hardship, rejecting calls to force activism. The call for mass unfollowing came from a social media user with the handle @TeniBegiloju on X (formerly Twitter). The protester accused Nigerian celebrities of ignoring the suffering of the masses and claimed that only Mr Macaroni deserved public support. The protester shared a placard that read, “Nigerians, let’s unfollow all useless celebrities keeping quiet now.” Alongside the image, they wrote, “They don’t deserve our follow. The only person worthy of our respect is Mr Macaroni.” However, Mr Macaroni…

Popular luxury watchdog, T20Luxury, has publicly accused Nollywood actress Mercy Aigbe of flaunting a counterfeit designer handbag. The Instagram-based fashion detective page, known for exposing fake luxury goods, made the allegation in a recent post. Questioning the authenticity of her accessories T20Luxury shared a picture of Aigbe and claimed her Louis Vuitton Capucines bag was not genuine. The page also raised doubts about the originality of her eyewear. “Dear Mercy Aigbe, this is NOT a genuine LV Capucines. Even the authenticity of the eyewear is questionable,” the post stated. A message to the actress The company addressed Aigbe directly, urging…

Popular American rapper Kentrell DeSean Gaulden, widely recognized as NBA YoungBoy, has officially been released from federal prison after serving his sentence. His release reportedly took place on Monday, March 24, 2025, after months of legal battles and court hearings. The 24-year-old artist, known for his deep lyrics and troubled legal history, had been serving time following multiple charges. His release has sparked reactions from fans and the music industry, with many eager to see what his next move will be. DJ Akademiks breaks the news Jamaican-American podcaster and internet personality DJ Akademiks was among the first to share the…

Nigerian singer Timi Dakolo replies to Apostle Femi Lazarus of Light Nation Church, Abuja, over criticism of gospel musicians charging for church shows. Apostle Lazarus, in a viral video, expressed disappointment over the high fees some gospel artists demand. He revealed that a gospel singer requested $10,000 to perform at a church event. The Apostle also shared an invoice, allegedly from the artist, which included requests for a 40-person escort, first-class flight tickets, and an executive suite. He condemned such demands, calling them excessive and inappropriate for gospel ministry. Timi Dakolo fires back Dakolo, however, did not take the claims…

Nigerian actress Rita Dominic has firmly denied reports that she prevented journalists from covering a birthday event in Ghana. The viral claim, which spread across social media, alleged that the award-winning actress obstructed reporters from doing their jobs. Rita breaks silence on instagram On Monday night, Rita took to her Instagram story to address the accusation. She dismissed the report as false and urged her fans to ignore the misleading claims. She also called on the public to stop spreading baseless stories about her. Public figures and press freedom In her response, the actress emphasized that she respects the role…

Nigerian Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, better known as Davido, has boldly stated that his level of wealth cannot be achieved through investments. Instead, he believes it is a gift from God. The singer, son of Nigerian billionaire businessman Deji Adeleke, made this declaration in a video shared on Instagram by his associate, Cubana Chief Priest. In the footage, Davido and Cubana Chief Priest are seen relaxing inside what is rumoured to be the singer’s newly acquired luxury jet. During their conversation, he confidently said, “My type of wealth can’t be obtained through investment.” Cubana Chief Priest quickly agreed, responding, “Yeah,…

Nigerian singer Davido’s recent performance at the birthday party of Ghanaian billionaire Richard Nii Armah has triggered a wave of reactions online. A viral video from the event has drawn mixed opinions, with some fans criticizing his vocal delivery while others rushed to his defence. Criticism over vocal performance Many social media users expressed disappointment in Davido’s singing, claiming he did not sound like a seasoned artist. Some compared his vocals to those of an upcoming musician, arguing that his performance lacked energy and precision. A user, @aremogucci001, wrote, “This one just be like upcoming.” Another, @zhouv9, commented, “Zero vocals,…

Nigerian Afrobeats star Jaywon shares his thoughts on dealing with social media trolls, urging celebrities to develop thick skin and stay strong. He believes the best approach is to develop thick skin and not let online criticism affect their careers. The music industry, according to Jaywon, is not for the weak. He stressed that any artist who cannot handle public scrutiny will struggle to survive. He pointed to global superstars like Davido, Wizkid, and Burna Boy, who constantly face online attacks but continue to thrive. Jaywon speaks on social media pressure On Sunday, Jaywon took to his X handle to…

Veteran Nollywood actor Jide Kosoko has revealed that despite spending over 60 years in the Nigerian film industry, he has not amassed significant wealth. Speaking on The Honest Bunch podcast, the 71-year-old actor explained that while he lives comfortably, he does not consider himself rich by Nigerian standards. “I have been in this industry for decades. I thank God that I can afford three square meals. But can I say I am a rich man in Nigeria? No,” he stated. Piracy and its damage to Nollywood Kosoko pointed to piracy as one of the biggest threats to the Nigerian movie…