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Daniel Anidugbe, better known by his stage name, Kizz Daniel, has successfully regained ownership of the master recordings for his debut album, New Era and two hit singles, Yeba and Sofa.
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, widely known as Tems, is set to make history on the global stage. She has been announced as one of the headline performers for the first-ever halftime show at the FIFA Club World Cup final. On Monday, June 9, 2025, FIFA confirmed Tems will join American rapper Doja Cat and Colombian superstar J Balvin at the highly anticipated event. The final match will take place…
Popular comedian-turned-musician Nasboi has made a startling claim against a police officer. While on a nationwide tour, Nasboi said an unnamed officer stopped him and asked him to transfer money into a Sporty Bet account. The incident happened recently, and the musician shared the story on social media platform X. Nationwide tour: Nasboi’s 36-day kneeling journey Nasboi is currently on a unique tour across Nigeria. Over a week ago, he…
Not once, not twice, Falz has been styling these lace looks in different colours, and this raises concerns among netizens that the price of lace is about to go up. The No Less crooner is nowhere apologetic for wearing this look. Even in a recent video, he professed his newfound love for lace materials. We love how Falz consistently puts Yoruba culture at the forefront of his art. Falz released…
Nigerians have rallied around veteran Nollywood actress Jumoke George, showering her with overwhelming support just weeks after she opened up about her struggles with homelessness and illness. The actress, once a familiar face in many Yoruba and English-language films, had faded from the spotlight in recent years. Her story came to light in a heartfelt interview with fellow actress Biola Bayo. In the interview, Jumoke George revealed that she had…
In a world increasingly defined by digital power and cultural capital, a new wave of Nigerian influencers is not just participating in global conversations — they’re leading them. From Grammy-winning musicians to viral comedians, and cross-border fashion icons, these Nigerian personalities are flipping the script on Africa’s global image, building brands, and shifting narratives — all from their phones, stages, and creative studios. This isn’t mere celebrity. It’s cultural diplomacy…
American singer Teyana Taylor has officially confirmed her relationship with British actor Aaron Pierre.
Nigerian Afrobeats singer Bella Shmurda has opened up about what he believes to be his true calling.
Rema has paid glowing tribute to Afrobeats legend D’banj for helping to bring the genre into the international spotlight, especially in the United Kingdom.
UK-based Nigerian reality TV star Natasha Akide, popularly known as Tacha, has publicly criticised the behaviour of some Nigerian Christian pastors. In a strongly worded video message, Tacha claimed that many religious leaders in Nigeria act in ways that would never be tolerated outside the country. She alleged that “90% of Nigerian pastors” engage in misconduct that would result in serious consequences abroad. According to her, such religious figures benefit…
Simi has expressed her concerns over a growing trend in the music industry of established artists launching record labels simply to sign up-and-coming talents as a form of personal achievement.
Despite the rising cost of living around the world, many Nigerians — especially Ijebu indigenes — from Europe, America, and other parts of Africa attended this year’s Ojude Oba festival, held at the Awujale Pavilion in Ijebu Ode. They arrived dressed in bright lace, colourful aso-oke, and stylish designer shoes, gathering to pay tribute to their king. For many in the Nigerian diaspora, Ojude Oba is more than a festival…
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