Author: Ifedamola Joseph Fayomi

The All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) is back, and this time it is returning with even greater ambition. After a two-year pause, the organisers are preparing to deliver one of the most remarkable music awards and culture festivals Africa has ever seen. Tagged “Unstoppable Africa,” the 2025 edition is scheduled to take place in Lagos, Nigeria, from November 25 to November 30. For many, AFRIMA is more than an award ceremony. It is a platform that brings together the continent’s rich musical diversity under one roof. Over the years, it has rewarded excellence, celebrated legends, and introduced fresh stars to…

Nigerian singer, Ayra Starr, has admitted she is worried that her latest social media trend, inspired by her new single Hot Body, could spark conspiracy theories about her. The Grammy-nominated star, who recently released the track as her first single under Jay-Z’s Roc Nation, revealed her concerns on X. She expressed fears that the unconventional nature of the challenge might lead to people labelling her with spiritual or demonic associations. “I better not get any mami water allegation because of this hot body video,” she wrote. The Hot Body challenge was designed by Ayra Starr and her team to boost…

Nigerian singer Bella Shmurda has revealed how the death of his close friend and collaborator, Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, has profoundly changed his outlook on life. The Cash App hitmaker opened up during a recent livestream with TikToker Joblaq, where he spoke about how Mohbad’s passing forced him into a stage of self-rediscovery. According to Bella Shmurda, the tragedy altered the way he thinks and the way he now approaches life. “RIP Mohbad. After he passed away, my brain reset. Everything changed. The way I see things in life also changed,” he said. The singer explained that…

British-Nigerian singer and songwriter Darkoo, has credited women for shaping global music trends and boosting the popularity of many hit songs. The Favourite Girl crooner claimed during a recent appearance on the Comfortably Speaking podcast. According to her, women play a decisive role in determining which songs or genres become popular, often influencing men to listen to and embrace the music they enjoy. Darkoo pointed out that many records have gone mainstream simply because women liked them first. She argued that men often end up adopting these songs, either because of the energy women bring to them or because men…

Veteran Nigerian entertainer and activist, Charles Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy, has sent a strong message to politicians ahead of the 2027 general election. In a recent interview with Rudolf Okonkwo on 90MinutesAfrica, Charly Boy warned that Nigerians would not tolerate any attempt to manipulate the outcome of the polls. He described the coming election as a defining moment in the nation’s democratic journey, stressing that the people are no longer willing to remain silent in the face of electoral fraud. The septuagenarian, widely known as Area Fada, declared that the slogan for the next election would be “rig…

Nigerian businessman and nightlife entrepreneur Obi Iyiegbu, widely known as Obi Cubana, has advised young people to concentrate on personal growth and resist the temptation to compare themselves with others. In a motivational message shared on Instagram, the billionaire urged Nigerian youth to avoid envy, jealousy, and needless competition, whether online or in real life. He warned that such negative attitudes waste valuable time and slow personal progress. “Dear youth, never feel intimidated about what you see online and in real life. Let it motivate you to step up your game,” Obi Cubana wrote. He stressed the importance of staying…

Nigerian singer Chike has revealed that he has no plans to marry, describing the institution as a “stupid step.” The soulful vocalist made the remarks during a recent interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo. “In my personal opinion, I think it’s a stupid step to get married. That’s my opinion,” Chike said, making it clear that marriage is not part of his life plan. The “Running” hitmaker emphasised that he prefers to focus on his happiness rather than follow societal expectations. Chike also revealed that his happiness is closely tied to financial stability. “I need a lot of money to…

Renowned gospel singer Mercy Chinwo and her husband, Pastor Blessed, have joyfully welcomed their second child.

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Global rap superstar Nicki Minaj has joined the list of international celebrities congratulating Nigerian Afrobeats icon Davido and his wife, Chioma, on their glamorous wedding. The couple held their white wedding in Miami, Florida, over the weekend. The ceremony, filled with luxury and star power, drew attention from fans, friends, and celebrities around the world. Videos and photos from the event flooded social media, with admirers praising the couple’s style and love story. Davido, still glowing from the big day, took to his X (formerly Twitter) account to share his excitement. The singer described the wedding as nothing short of…