Author: Ifedamola Joseph Fayomi

Nigerian music legend Innocent Ujah Idibia, widely known as 2Face or 2Baba, has spoken publicly about the emotional struggles he faced during his marriage to Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay-Idibia. In a deeply personal revelation, the “African Queen” singer compared his experience to being in captivity, saying he felt trapped and even feared for his life during the union. The award-winning artiste made these claims during a yet-to-be-released episode of the +234 Mzansi Podcast, co-hosted by popular Nigerian comedians Nedu and Acapella, alongside South African media personality Kifilwe. “I was living in bondage”, 2Face speaks out In a clip from the…

Popular Nigerian broadcaster and host of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, Frank Edoho, has revealed that his second marriage has ended in divorce. He disclosed during a recent appearance on the Tea With Tay podcast, where he spoke candidly about his struggles with marriage and relationships. The respected TV personality admitted that despite putting in maximum effort, both of his marriages failed. Speaking with honesty and self-reflection, Edoho said he now questions whether he is cut out for marriage at all. “Maybe I’m not good at marriage”, Edoho In the interview, Edoho stated, “Maybe I’m not good at marriage,…

Nigerian singer Euphemia Ekumah, better known as GoodGirl LA, has shared a deeply personal story about her battle with depression, rejection from loved ones, and how she found strength through it all. In a series of emotional posts on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), the 28-year-old artist revealed that she went through a difficult period of isolation and mental struggle. But instead of giving in to despair, she chose to focus on self-growth and personal transformation. GoodGirl LA turning pain into power GoodGirl LA explained that during her time away from the spotlight, she dealt with depression in…

Popular Nigerian singer John Njenga-Njeng, better known by his stage name Skales, has spoken out about the pain of being away from his daughter. The singer, who has remained mostly private about his family life, took to social media to express how much he misses his little girl. Skales and his wife, Precious Hassanity, welcomed their daughter in March 2023. But recent developments suggest that not everything is well in the singer’s home. A bittersweet fatherhood journey On Thursday, Skales shared an emotional post on his X (formerly Twitter) handle, where he opened up about the difficulties of fatherhood from…

US-based Nigerian content creator and comedian Adesokan Emmanuel, widely known as Shank Comics, has sparked heated reactions online after describing Nigeria as a “toxic” and “sickening” environment. The 26-year-old influencer, who relocated to the United States less than six months ago, took to social media to express his strong dissatisfaction with the state of his home country. In a blunt post shared via his verified X (formerly Twitter) handle, Shank wrote: “Nigeria is too too toxic man. Sickening.” His brief yet provocative message quickly drew widespread attention and criticism, especially from Nigerians who felt offended by his remark. While some…

NAPTIP has declared controversial Nigerian rapper and internet personality Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington, wanted over serious criminal allegations.

Popular Nigerian skit maker and content creator, Carter Efe, has lost access to his Instagram and TikTok accounts. This incident occurred just days after he criticised Afrobeats superstar, Wizkid during a live session on TikTok. The social media takedown appears to be a direct consequence of a controversial comment Carter Efe made about the singer. The comedian, known for his viral comedy skits and public commentary, openly called Wizkid “an idiot” during a livestream, accusing the singer of having too much pride. “Wizkid too get pride”, Carter Efe During a TikTok live session on Tuesday, Carter Efe sparked online outrage…

Nigerian singer and producer Gabriel Oche Amanyi, popularly known as Terry G, has declared that his influence on the country’s music scene remains unmatched. According to him, no conversation about the cultural evolution of Nigerian music is complete without acknowledging his contributions. The self-styled “Akpako Master” made this bold statement on Wednesday through a post on his official X (formerly Twitter) account. His remarks followed ongoing social media debates about legacies and cultural impact in the Nigerian music industry. These conversations were triggered by a recent rap feud between hip-hop stars Odumodublvck and Blaqbonez. “I am the culture,” says Terry…

Grammy-nominated Afrobeats musician, Made Kuti, has opened up about why he chooses to stay away from political activism despite coming from a family known for its tireless fight for justice and good governance in Nigeria. Speaking during a recent appearance on the ‘Breakdown’ podcast, Kuti revealed his doubts about the effectiveness of activism in Nigeria. He explained that the long history of his family’s involvement in the struggle for better governance has not produced the desired change, and he does not want to continue that battle at the expense of his family’s safety and well-being. Family’s legacy of activism Made…

The Nigeria Police Force has launched an internal investigation into a viral video that shows actress Angela Okorie jogging in public while flanked by armed police officers. The footage, which spread quickly across social media platforms, has triggered widespread reactions and raised concerns about the conduct of the officers involved. Viral video sparks controversy The video, which surfaced earlier this week, shows Okorie jogging outdoors with several uniformed and armed police officers closely following her. While the video initially caught attention for featuring the popular actress, the focus soon shifted to the presence of armed security personnel casually accompanying her…