The Eko Mi Eko E magazine held its annual Eko Best 11 awards on June 19 2025, honouring 11 outstanding individuals and organisations that have made significant contributions to the development of Lagos State. In his welcome address, the Publisher of Eko Mi Eko E, Bestman Jumbo-Nze, stated, “It is with great pleasure that I welcome you, distinguished ladies and gentlemen, to this year’s Eko Mi Awards that we have…

American rapper Pusha T has reignited hip-hop drama with a blistering diss track aimed at fellow artist Travis Scott. The 48-year-old lyricist didn’t hold back, accusing the 34-year-old Travis of being disloyal, opportunistic, and emotionally weak. Mocking Travis Scott over Kylie Jenner’s breakup Pusha T shared a snippet of the track on Instagram on Tuesday, shocking fans with deeply personal lyrics. In the song, he claims Travis once broke down…

Ahead of the 2025 edition of the Trendupp Awards, several Nigerian celebrities and influencers have been nominated for  The New Daily Prime reports that the Trendupp Africa awards celebrate individuals, brands, and organisations making a significant impact through social media. The award recognises excellence in content creation and digital influence, rewarding those who drive conversations and positive change online. Among this year’s nominees are well-known figures from various industries. Popular…

Bright Chimezie has expressed deep appreciation for Afrobeats superstar Davido, who recently acknowledged drawing inspiration from his music.

Filmmaker Tyler Perry is facing a $260 million lawsuit over allegations of sexual assault and gender-based workplace violence. As reported by TMZ, actor Derek Dixon—who appeared in Perry’s shows The Oval and Ruthless—filed the lawsuit in Los Angeles, accusing Perry of using his influence and authority to subject him to repeated acts of sexual misconduct. Dixon claims he first met Perry in 2019, during which Perry allegedly offered career support.…

Popular Nigerian comedian, Efe Warriboy, has criticised Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia for declaring a public holiday to welcome President Bola Tinubu amid widespread grief in the state. The governor’s decision comes in the wake of the recent Yelewata massacre, which claimed the lives of over 200 residents. Efe Warriboy expressed his disappointment in a strongly worded video shared on his Instagram page. He described the governor’s action as insensitive…

Popular Nollywood actor Ganiu Nofiu, widely known as Alapini, has voiced disappointment over his involvement in President Bola Tinubu’s 2023 election campaign, saying he now regrets backing the president. Speaking on the programme African A-List, Alapini said he and many of his colleagues supported Tinubu purely out of respect for his past support for the entertainment industry, not for monetary reasons. “We had to abandon all our work to campaign…

Nigerian social critic and activist, VeryDarkMan, has condemned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s reaction to the brutal killing of over 200 residents in Yelwata, a community in the Guma Local Government Area of Benue State. According to reports by New Daily Prime, the victims were allegedly burned alive during a violent attack by suspected herdsmen. The tragic incident, which has drawn global outrage, is the latest in a string of violent…

Nigerian comedian and media personality, Woli Arole, has sparked conversation on social media after sharing his strong opinion on the increasing trend of surrogacy among women who are physically capable of carrying a child. Arole, known for blending humour with social commentary, used his Instagram platform to express concern over what he described as the misuse of medical alternatives like surrogacy and IVF. Natural childbirth is a blessing, he says…

Canadian pop sensation Justin Bieber has once again shed light on his ongoing mental health struggles, revealing in an emotional Instagram post that he feels mentally and emotionally drained. In the post shared on Monday, the 30-year-old singer expressed deep frustration and fatigue, saying he is tired of constantly being told to “heal.” Bieber admitted that the pressure to meet expectations, both from himself and others, has taken a toll…

Nigerian singer Ric Hassani has weighed in on the ongoing conversation about why many gospel musicians eventually leave the church scene and move into the secular music industry. Contrary to popular opinion, Hassani believes that these shifts are rarely motivated by financial gain. Instead, he says, they stem from a deeper need for creative and spiritual fulfilment. In a recent interview with Hip TV, Hassani opened up about his own…

Prominent Nigerian celebrities have joined the nationwide outcry over the renewed wave of violence in Benue State. Actress Kate Henshaw, comedian Ayo Makun (popularly known as AY), rapper Olamide, and other stars have called on the federal government and security agencies to act swiftly and decisively to stop the bloodshed. Their collective voices echo the growing frustration and grief sweeping through the country as reports of killings and attacks continue…