Afrobeats singer Ikuforiji Olaitan Abdulrahman, popularly known as Oxlade, has called on fellow Nigerian artistes to extend the duration of their songs, pushing for a return to the era of lengthier tracks. Taking to his X (formerly Twitter) handle on Thursday, the singer wrote: “Bring back 5 minutes songs.” The brief post quickly sparked debate among music lovers and industry insiders, many of whom agreed with Oxlade’s sentiments, while others…

Nigerian rapper Omoniyi Temidayo Raphael, popularly known as Zlatan Ibile, has issued a candid piece of advice to aspiring musicians, warning them to prepare for the mental health challenges that often come with fame. Taking to his X page on Thursday, the Zanku crooner told up-and-coming artistes and their sponsors to set aside money for therapy just as they budget for music promotion and marketing.  Zlatan wrote: “If you get…

Nigerian singer Raoul Njeng-Njeng, better known as Skales, has revealed that one of the biggest turning points in his music career was not only a studio session or a record label deal, but a moment of prayer at the annual Shiloh programme of the Living Faith Church, popularly called Winners’ Chapel, in 2013. At the time, Skales was facing what he described as one of the toughest seasons of his…

Nigerian rapper, actor, and activist Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz, has set social media buzzing after dropping a cryptic Instagram post that many believe hints at a major personal milestone. The 33-year-old entertainer shared photos on his Instagram page accompanied by a heartfelt caption that read: “It’s been a long time coming, and having to do this with you is one of the best decisions of my life. First…

Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, is more than just a Nigerian music sensation; he is a global phenomenon whose influence has reshaped Afrobeats and elevated African music to the world stage. From his early days in Surulere, Lagos, to headlining sold-out stadiums worldwide, Wizkid’s journey is the story of talent, perseverance, and cultural impact. Early life and beginnings Born on July 16, 1990, in Lagos, Wizkid grew up…

Big Brother Naija Season 10 took an unexpected turn on Wednesday night when Biggie introduced one of the wildest twists of the season so far. In line with the show’s theme, “Facing Your Fears”, a group of masked dwarfs stormed the house, sending housemates into panic mode. The prank, designed to test courage, quickly turned into a mix of chaos, screams, and comedy as the contestants scrambled for safety. The…

City Plug Entertainment has released an official statement concerning the shocking incident involving popular content creator, Peller, who was allegedly abducted during a livestream session earlier this week. Posting on their Instagram page, the management confirmed that the skit maker and influencer was “whisked away by unknown persons and later dropped off safely.” According to the statement, Peller is currently receiving medical care and being closely attended to following the…

Nigerian disc jockey and billionaire heiress, Florence Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy, has revealed that she feels and looks better since she stopped watching football and worrying about Manchester United’s struggles. The music star remarked on Wednesday night after the Premier League giants were shockingly eliminated from the Carabao Cup by fourth-division side, Grimsby Town. Taking to her X (formerly Twitter) handle, DJ Cuppy wrote: “See as I just…

Nigerian rapper, Ice Prince Zamani, has revealed that he is still deeply pained by the death of South African hip-hop star, AKA, because the two never got the chance to settle a misunderstanding before the latter’s untimely passing. Speaking on a recent episode of the G2G Podcast, Ice Prince disclosed that the rift between them dated back to 2019, when South Africa was engulfed in waves of xenophobic violence that…

Popular Nigerian actor and movie director, Afeez Owo, has finally opened up about the reasons behind his separation from actress Mide Martins, nearly a decade after the incident made headlines. The couple’s split was first confirmed in April 2016 when Mide Martins took to social media to announce that Afeez had moved out of their matrimonial home “about three months ago after we had a minor argument over the well-being…

Nigerian media personality and entrepreneur, Toke Makinwa, has announced the birth of her first child, describing the experience as the happiest moment of her life. Sharing the news on Thursday via Instagram, Makinwa introduced her newborn daughter in an emotional post overflowing with gratitude and joy. “I’m a Mommy. This is the happiest I’ve ever been. My precious daughter, the love I never knew existed, my heart in another human…

Nigerian music heavyweights Burna Boy, Davido, Shallipopi, Rema, and Ayra Starr have emerged as frontrunners at the 2025 edition of the All-Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), securing multiple nominations across the continent’s biggest music categories. The nomination list, released this week, features artists from across Africa, with Nigeria once again showing its dominance on the continental music stage. Burna Boy and Davido lead the charge with five nominations each, placing them…