Popular Benue-born gospel musician, Israel Terhemba Ikyereve, famously known by his stage name New Jerusalem, has passed away at the age of 53. His death has sent shockwaves across the state, especially among the Christian faithful who admired his musical talent and spiritual devotion. A musical voice that touched many Ikyereve was celebrated for blending the traditional Tiv Swange rhythm with gospel messages, turning his music into a force for…

Ex-Big Brother Naija Season 9 housemate, Onyeka, has firmly ruled out any chance of friendship with fellow contestant Victoria, reigniting tension from their time on the show.

Nigerian actor and content creator, Odira Nwobu, was involved in a deadly car accident on Wednesday. The crash happened along the busy Lagos-Ibadan expressway, a highway often known for tragic road incidents. According to eyewitnesses, the accident claimed several lives and left many others injured. Nwobu was among the survivors, though he appeared seriously hurt. Scene captured on video A viral video that surfaced online showed the horrific aftermath of…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…