Author: Ifedamola Joseph Fayomi

Chinese actor and pop singer Zhang Yiyang has been executed by firing squad after being found guilty of murdering his underage girlfriend. The shocking news, confirmed by the Intermediate People’s Court of Xianyang in Shaanxi Province, has stirred national attention and marked a grim chapter in China’s entertainment history. Zhang, once known for his rising fame in the music and film industry, became the first celebrity in China to be publicly executed. The court released details of his execution in July 2025, months after the sentence was carried out on December 18, 2024. According to the court’s statement, the murder…

‏Veteran Nollywood actor Yemi Solade has revealed that he began his acting career before legendary actor Pete Edochie, despite being younger. The 65-year-old made this known during an appearance on the show Father’s Path with Tope, where he reflected on his long journey in the Nigerian film industry, especially within the Yoruba-language sector. “I’m senior to Pete Edochie in acting,” he stated. “I started before him, even though he’s older than me. I was 17 years old in 1977 when I represented Nigeria as the youngest actor. I’ve spent 48 years in the industry and I’m still going strong.” Solade…

Nigerian singer BNXN, formerly known as Buju, says the next step in his personal branding journey is to look “sexier.” The Afrobeats star made this statement on Wednesday via his official X (formerly Twitter) account. In the post, he wrote: “All that’s left for me to do is to get sexier.” BNXN’s comment comes amid ongoing conversations about body image in the music industry. Over the years, the artist has faced frequent body-shaming online, with some social media users targeting his physical appearance rather than his musical talent. Now, the ‘Finesse’ hitmaker says he’s choosing to focus on self-improvement and…

Nigerian rapper Sodiq Abubakar Yusuf, popularly known as CDQ, has revealed why he walked away from a stable banking career to chase his dream in music. In a recent interview with Echo Room, the rapper, born Sodiq Abubakar Yusuf, shared a personal story about how he traded the corporate world for the recording studio. According to him, his decision to become a banker was driven by the desire to honour his late father’s wishes. However, he soon realised that the job didn’t bring him joy. “I became a banker because of my dad,” CDQ said. “He wanted me to wear…

Popular Nigerian TikTok personality, Peller, has opened up about his decision to leave Islam and embrace Christianity, citing a traumatic childhood experience as the reason behind his spiritual shift. The content creator shared his story during a recent live session with fans. The discussion took a personal turn when one of his followers referred to him as a Muslim. Peller quickly clarified that he no longer practices Islam. “I’m not a Muslim,” he said plainly. “I go to church very well.” His statement surprised many of his fans, prompting questions and comments in the live chat. Peller, however, chose to…

Popular Afrobeats singer David Adeleke, widely known as Davido, has paid an emotional tribute to his late son, Ifeanyi Adeleke, nearly three years after the toddler’s untimely death. In a heartfelt message shared on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, the award-winning artist wrote, “Ifeanyi David Adedeji Adeleke RIP LEGEND!!” The post quickly drew reactions from fans and fellow celebrities, many of whom offered continued support to the grieving star. Ifeanyi, Davido’s first son with his wife, Chioma Rowland, died on October 31, 2022, in a tragic swimming pool accident at the family’s home in Banana Island, Lagos. The devastating…

Nigerian gospel singer Chidinma Ekile has shared a powerful and deeply personal account of her recent 40-day spiritual retreat. 

Adekunle Kosoko, better known by his stage name Adekunle Gold, has dismissed recent rumours suggesting he underwent a bone marrow transplant.

Music streaming giant Spotify has released its list of the top 30 Nigerian songs with the highest global streams for the first half of 2025. The data highlights songs by Nigerian artists and collaborations featuring them that gained the most traction outside Nigeria. Leading the pack is Rema, whose hit single Baby (Is It A Crime) claimed the number one spot. The song, praised for its smooth vocals and catchy rhythm, has become a global sensation, dominating charts in countries like the U.S., the U.K., and South Africa. In second place is Shallipopi’s Laho, a street-hop anthem that has gone…

Nigerian Grammy-winning singer Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, became the centre of attention at the Lollapalooza Festival in Paris after a lighthearted moment with a young male fan during her performance. The 31-year-old singer, known for her soulful voice and reserved nature, was performing on stage when she walked toward the crowd to engage with fans. A trending clip from the event, now making waves across social media platforms, shows the exact moment the exchange occurred. As Tems approached the front row, she stopped beside a young male fan and began singing directly to him. Midway into the interaction,…