1. D’banj Urges FG to Intervene in P-Square, Jude Okoye Rift
Veteran Afrobeats star, D’banj, called on the Federal Government to step in and help resolve the ongoing conflict between Nigerian music duo, P-Square and their elder brother and former manager, Jude Okoye.
The rift took a new turn recently after Peter sued Jude and his label, Northside Entertainment, for allegedly defrauding him. Paul also entered the fray, defending Jude and accusing Peter of trying to ruin their brother’s reputation. The case, reportedly involving over $1 million, remains in court and continues to generate public interest.
During a recent interview on Adesope Live, D’banj described the situation as painful and unnecessary. He urged all parties to consider reconciliation and asked for external help from respected figures or the government.
“The fight between Peter and Jude is sad. You can’t always predict how fights end,” D’banj said. “I spoke with Peter recently. He shared a few things with me, and I believe reconciliation is still possible. It starts with dialogue.”
D’banj stressed the value of P-Square’s music catalogue, saying it holds immense potential. He suggested that if money is the problem, a structured agreement could help.
He also recalled how former President Olusegun Obasanjo once intervened to recover Jay Jay Okocha’s lost funds from a collapsed bank.
“This issue may need more than industry friends. It may require national intervention,” D’banj concluded.
2. Daddy Freeze revealed he lost all his income after criticising pastors
Popular media personality, Daddy Freeze, opened up about the financial struggles he faced after speaking out against Nigerian pastors. In a recent interview with Stephen Akintayo on the Leadership podcast, Freeze revealed that he lost all his income from his Master of Ceremonies (MC) business shortly after taking a public stand.
According to him, he used to earn as much as ₦1.5 million per event when the dollar exchange rate was ₦150. His high-profile gigs brought in up to $10,000 every two months, around $60,000 annually, from just that line of work.
However, everything changed after he began criticising powerful religious figures. “When I started speaking against pastors, I lost 100% of my MC jobs. For about two years, it was really tough,” he said.
He added that since 2019, he hasn’t received a single MC job. In one instance, a client cancelled an event after people online threatened not to attend because of his involvement. Although the client had paid upfront, he still chose to pull out. “He told me to keep the money, but he couldn’t go ahead with the event,” Freeze recounted.
Despite the setbacks, he remains vocal and undeterred.
3. Alleged friend accused Mercy Johnson of witchcraft, claims actress is silent because she’s guilty
Popular Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson is facing fresh accusations from her alleged former best friend, Mimi Chima.
In a video shared on Instagram, Mimi repeated previous claims that the actress is involved in witchcraft and suggested Mercy’s silence means she is guilty.
This came on the heels of an ongoing public feud between Mercy Johnson and fellow actress Angela Okorie.
Angela repeatedly accused the mother of four of being a witch, a claim that stirred strong reactions on social media.
Earlier, Mercy Johnson promised to address the allegations publicly. However, she has yet to release any statement, prompting criticism from her accusers. Reacting to this delay, Mimi Chima claimed the actress is avoiding the issue because she has no defence.
“She said she would speak to Nigerians, but up till now, she has said nothing. That’s because she knows the truth, that she is a powerful witch,” Mimi declared. She also alleged that Mercy is surrounded by more than 100 evil spirits, which she claims harm people close to her.
Mimi ended her outburst by calling the actress “useless” and insisting her powers have failed, leaving her without any explanation to give the public.
4. Charly Boy reflected on youthful days
Veteran singer and activist, Charles Chukwuemeka Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy, opened up about a bold phase in his life from 30 years ago.
According to him, he once posed for suggestive nude photos because he had a fit, well-built body and felt confident doing so.
In a post shared on his X handle (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday, Charly Boy revealed that during those years, he was constantly pursued by women, even though he was already married. He said the attention was overwhelming, but he understood it came with the territory.
He went on to draw a connection between his own experiences and those of his late father. According to Charly Boy, he often heard stories about his father’s youth while studying at Achimota College in Ghana. He said his father was also admired by many women and was known to be a fitness enthusiast.
“There are seasons in life,” Charly Boy wrote. “Just like my father, I had my time. Women, no, let me rest. Yes, I posed nude because I had the body, and I wasn’t shy.”
He concluded humorously, “Na my papa born me.”
5. Iyabo Ojo slammed rumours over daughter’s wedding funding
Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo denied claims that the Tanzanian government sponsored her daughter, Priscilla Ojo’s, wedding to Tanzanian singer Juma Jux.
This clarification comes after Tanzanian media personality Mange Kimambi publicly criticised Priscilla, advising her to stop sharing romantic photos and videos online until after Tanzania’s upcoming elections. Kimambi’s statement sparked controversy, suggesting political ties behind the wedding.
In a fiery Instagram post, Iyabo Ojo condemned Kimambi’s comments, calling them an attempt to intimidate her daughter and son-in-law. She firmly told Kimambi to stay away from Priscilla’s personal life, stating, “I don’t joke with my daughter.”
Ojo also addressed the widely circulated rumour that the Tanzanian government financed the couple’s lavish wedding. She dismissed it as completely false, insisting the event was paid for by Nigerians.
“I am shocked by your nerve!” she wrote. “You called my daughter and her husband’s content stupid. Trying to scare them is unacceptable. My daughter will post what she wants.”
She concluded by saying, “The wedding wasn’t funded by your government. It’s our family tradition to celebrate big. I wanted a grand wedding in Nigeria, and Nigerians made it happen.”
6. Wizkid shared keys to success, unveils daughter at film festival
Grammy-winning Nigerian superstar Ayodeji Balogun, better known as Wizkid, offered insight into what it takes to achieve success.
The 34-year-old artist emphasised that having a clear vision is essential for anyone hoping to reach their goals.
Wizkid made these remarks during an interview with NBC 4 at the premiere of his documentary Wizkid: Long Live Lagos, held on Friday at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York.
When asked whether he had always believed he would make it this far, Wizkid responded confidently. “Yeah, absolutely, man. You have to dream it before you achieve it,” he said. “I’ve always known I would be successful.”
The ‘Essence’ hitmaker went on to encourage young people to stay focused. He advised them to remain true to themselves, work hard, and keep their faith in God.
In a heartwarming moment at the event, Wizkid and his partner, Jada Pollock, introduced their daughter, Morayo, to the public for the first time. The singer proudly carried his daughter while posing for photos alongside Jada and members of his team, drawing warm reactions from fans and attendees.
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