Author: Ifedamola Joseph Fayomi

Burna Boy, has stunned fans with a startling revelation about what he might have become if music had not worked out.

Nigerian singer Jaywon has sparked a heated debate after declaring that his 2012 hit single, This Year, deserves far more recognition than it has received. The singer, whose real name is Iledare Oluwajuwonlo, accused both Afrobeats and gospel artists of copying the template of the record while Billboard ignored its lasting impact. The controversy began when Billboard released its list of the Top 50 Best Afrobeats Songs of All Time earlier this week. The ranking placed 2Face Idibia’s African Queen at number one. The list also featured some of Afrobeats’ most popular anthems, including Wizkid’s Ojuelegba, Flavour’s Nwa Baby, Rema’s…

Nigerian Afrobeats star Adekunle Gold has taken time to reflect on his artistic journey, five years after the release of his groundbreaking album, Afro Pop Vol. 1. In a heartfelt post shared on his X with fans, the singer described the project as a “leap of faith” that transformed his career and marked a bold departure from the limitations he once faced in the industry. “This album was my leap of faith. Five years ago, I chose freedom because I knew I was bigger than the labels around me. That decision changed everything. Fear became courage, and doors I never…

Nigerian music superstar David Adeleke, better known as Davido, and his wife, Chioma, have moved fans to tears with a heartfelt moment on Instagram. The couple, still healing from the tragic loss of their son, Ifeanyi, shared an emotional exchange that has drawn wide support from admirers across the world. Chioma Adeleke had been absent from social media for more than two years. Her silence followed the heartbreaking death of Ifeanyi, who drowned in October 2022 at Davido’s Banana Island residence in Lagos. Since then, she has kept a low profile, rarely posting online and staying away from the spotlight.…

Nigerian singer Keshinro Ololade, popularly known as Lil Kesh, has reportedly survived a violent robbery attack in Lagos. The shocking incident, which allegedly took place on Wednesday night, has left fans in panic and sparked widespread reactions across social media. According to reports by Hip TV, the Shoki crooner was stabbed in the neck during the attack. He was also said to have been dispossessed of jewellery valued at millions of naira. Although the full details remain unclear, the incident has raised concerns about the growing spate of violent crimes in Lagos. As of Thursday, both Lil Kesh and the…

Nollywood actress Biodun Okeowo, popularly known as Omoborty, has shared her thoughts on marriage, urging women not to measure their union by the number of years spent together but by grace, intentionality, and peace of mind. The actress made her remarks in a heartfelt Instagram post, where she reflected on the challenges many women face in marriage. According to her, some men can remain unfaithful or take a second wife even after decades of being married. “Marriage isn’t about length or years, it’s about grace… even after 50 years, some men can still show that Solomon trait in them. At…

The Nigerian Police Force has denied reports that Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo was declared wanted.

Nigerian Afrobeats singer Iyanya Onoyom Mbuk, popularly known as Iyanya, is gearing up for what he describes as his biggest comeback yet. The “Shake body” hitmaker has announced the release of his fifth studio album alongside a major tour across the United States. Iyanya revealed that his highly anticipated album will be released on September 12, 2025. The project marks his first full-length album in several years and comes at a time when he is eager to reclaim his space among Afrobeats heavyweights. Taking to Instagram, the singer teased fans with a brief but striking announcement: “Album arrives Sept 12,…

Nigerian singer and Marlian Records boss, Naira Marley, has finally addressed the controversies surrounding his strained relationship with the late Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad. In a tell-all video released late yesterday on the Marlian YouTube Channel, the embattled artist tackled long-standing allegations of bullying, financial exploitation, and his alleged involvement in the troubled career of his former signee. The nearly hour-long clip has reignited heated debates, as Marley made a series of startling claims about Mohbad’s lifestyle, finances, and mental health struggles. Drug allegations and substance abuse One of Marley’s most explosive revelations was his claim that…

Maverick Nigerian singer and songwriter, Olawale Olofooro, better known as Brymo, has called out some of the country’s biggest music stars, including Burna Boy and Davido, for what he described as an exploitative trend of jumping on remixes of hit songs by emerging artistes. In a fiery statement posted on his Instagram story, Brymo accused the A-list stars of using remixes as a strategy to maintain relevance rather than genuinely supporting rising talents. He argued that instead of allowing young artistes to grow organically, established acts often hijack their songs once they begin to trend. “Dear Nigerian mainstream ‘A-listers,’ Burna…