From unknown teenager to chart-topping sensation to controversial figure – the story of Lil Pump reads like a modern hip-hop cautionary tale. Born Gazzy Garcia, this Miami-raised rapper captured the world’s attention with his infectious energy and catchy hooks, becoming one of the most recognizable faces of the SoundCloud rap era. But how did a high school dropout transform into a multi-platinum artist worth millions, and what led to his…

Sheila Courage, the estranged wife of popular music executive Israel DMW, has set social media buzzing after publicly congratulating her former husband on his latest achievement. Israel DMW, who manages logistics for Afrobeats superstar Davido, recently shared a video on Instagram showcasing a house he has been building for seven months in his hometown in Edo State. The post drew admiration from fans and well-wishers, as Israel described the project…

Afrobeats superstar Davido made headlines over the weekend, not for his music, but for a gesture of respect at his highly anticipated white wedding. The singer temporarily banned his friends and groomsmen from smoking during the ceremony, showing deep regard for his father, Dr. Adedeji Adeleke. A video circulating widely on social media captured the moment. In it, Davido could be heard reminding his groomsmen to refrain from smoking, saying,…

Popular TikTok personality Peller has publicly voiced his frustration over a hefty tax demand from the Lagos State Government. The social media influencer revealed the details during a recent livestream with singer Peruzzi, sparking widespread discussion about taxation for digital content creators in Nigeria. According to Peller, the Lagos State Internal Revenue Service has asked him to pay N36 million in income tax. “The taskforce said I should pay N36…

Veteran rapper Jude Abaga, popularly known as M.I, has raised serious concerns over the source of funding in Nigeria’s music industry. He claimed that internet fraudsters, often referred to locally as “Yahoo Yahoo” operators, fund a significant portion of the country’s creative scene. Speaking as a guest on the popular So Nigerian podcast, M.I described the situation as an indictment on Nigeria. He said it highlights a broader issue: despite…

Afrobeats superstar Davido has paid tribute to his late colleague, Sound Sultan, in the music video for his hit song, 10 Kilo.  The video, directed by the acclaimed Director Pink, features a striking backdrop of Sound Sultan’s image, while plus-size models dance gracefully in front of it. 10 Kilo celebrates plus-size women, a theme that connects it closely to one of Sound Sultan’s most iconic tracks, Orobo.  In 2013, Sound…

Paramount has signed a $7.7bn (£5.7bn) agreement to become the exclusive United States broadcaster of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), just days after completing its controversial merger with Skydance Media. Under the seven year deal with UFC’s parent company, TKO Group, all 13 of the sport’s high-profile numbered events and 30 “Fight Nights” per year will be available to stream on the Paramount+ service from next year, with a selection…

Nigerian music star Tiwa Savage has revisited one of the most difficult moments of her life, the leak of her private intimate video, revealing that it happened while she was still grieving the death of her father. Speaking in a recent interview with British media personality Zeze Mills, the award-winning singer described the experience as her lowest point. She explained that she was already dealing with deep personal loss when…

Nigerian actor Jim Iyke has sparked debate with his recent claims about the medical profession. 

Afrobeat superstar Davido has opened up about the huge sum spent on his white wedding with his wife, Chioma Rowland. The singer made the revelation shortly after arriving in Miami, Florida, for the much-anticipated celebration. The couple flew to the United States for a lavish pre-wedding party ahead of the main event. New Daily Prime gathered that Davido and Chioma jetted out of Nigeria on Friday, marking the start of…

The Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Mike Achimugu, has warned that preventing an aircraft from taking off can be classified as an act of terrorism. Speaking on Arise TV on Sunday about the recent altercation involving Fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde, popularly known as KWAM 1, Achimugu stressed that passengers must always show courtesy and follow instructions from airport officials. “Your first…

BBNaija Season 10 housemate, Victory, has openly shared details about his attraction to three women in the house.