Month: January 2026

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Omah Lay Teases “Don’t Love Me” as Clarity Of Mind Era Draws Closer

Fresh off his first Grammy nomination, Omah Lay is officially ushering fans into his next musical chapter. The Afrobeats star has teased a new single titled “Don’t Love Me,” the second offering from his highly anticipated sophomore album, Clarity Of Mind. The track follows “Waist,” which dropped in November and quietly set the mood for what’s shaping up to be a deeply introspective project. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Omah

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ANTI at 10: Rihanna’s Defining Album and Why She’ll Always Be the Blueprint

As ANTI turns 10, the album Rihanna says she can listen to “without shame” continues to stand as one of the most important releases of the modern music era and a window into the long-awaited promise of R9. On January 28, 2016, Rihanna released ANTI, her eighth studio album. A decade later, the project hasn’t just aged well; it has redefined what longevity, risk, and artistic freedom look like in

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IShowSpeed Set to Receive Ghanaian Passport as Africa Tour Wraps Up

Popular American YouTuber and streamer IShowSpeed is set to receive a Ghanaian passport following his recent visit to the country, which marked one of the final stops on his widely followed Africa tour. The 21-year-old content creator, whose real name is Darren Watkins Jr., visited Ghana during his live-streamed journey across 20 African countries. The tour, titled “Speed Does Africa,” officially came to an end on Tuesday. Ghana’s Minister of

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Inside Nigeria’s Growing Twitch Scene: Streamers Leading the Charge in 2026

For years, live streaming in Nigeria mostly lived on Instagram Live, TikTok, and YouTube. Musicians popped in to promote new releases, influencers chatted briefly with followers, and fans dropped comments before scrolling on. It worked—but it was fast, fleeting, and rarely built for long-term engagement. At the same time, global streaming stars like Kai Cenat dominated timelines, making Twitch feel distant—loud, chaotic, and very “not Nigerian.” That perception is changing

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2026 Grammys: Records That Could Be Broken by Tyla, Kendrick Lamar, and Other Stars

As the 68th Grammy Awards approach, excitement is building among music fans worldwide. The 2026 ceremony isn’t just about trophies — it could be a historic night filled with record-breaking moments across multiple genres. South African star Tyla is on the brink of history as she could become the first artist to win Best African Music Performance twice. Standing in her way are Nigerian heavyweights Burna Boy, Davido, Wizkid, Ayra

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What Are the Chances of Nigerian Artists at the 2026 Grammy Awards?

As the 68th Annual Grammy Awards draw closer, Nigerian music once again finds itself under the global spotlight. The ceremony is set to take place on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at the Crypto.com Arena, and five Nigerian superstars — Burna Boy, Davido, Wizkid, Ayra Starr, and Omah Lay — have earned nominations across two key categories. With Afrobeats now firmly embedded in the global music conversation, expectations are high. But

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“I Truly Married My Best Friend” Tobi Makinde’s Wife Marks One-Month Anniversary

Toyin Makinde, the wife of Nollywood actor Tobi Makinde, has taken to social media to celebrate their one-month wedding anniversary with a heartfelt message. Sharing a collection of throwback and recent photos of the couple, Toyin described her husband as more than just a life partner, calling him her best friend, gist companion, prayer partner, and personal comedian. Expressing gratitude to God for bringing them together, she prayed for their

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Simi Celebrates Adekunle Gold as He Marks His Birthday

Nigerian singer Simi has taken to social media to celebrate her husband, Adekunle Gold, as he marks his birthday. Sharing a heartfelt message on her Instagram page, the songstress affectionately referred to him as her “baby, love, husband, impregnator, and man,” while reminding him how deeply loved he is by his family. Alongside the message, Simi also posted an adorable video of their daughter, Deja, reciting a poem for her

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IShowSpeed Defends Decision to Skip Nigerian Creator Collaborations Amid Backlash

Popular American streamer IShowSpeed, born Darren Watkins Jr., has responded to criticism from Nigerian content creators following his controversial visit to the country as part of his “Speed Does Africa” tour. The 21-year-old YouTuber made history during his brief stay in Lagos, becoming the first Black individual creator to surpass 50 million YouTube subscribers. The milestone coincided with his Africa tour, which was designed to highlight the continent’s cultures, people,

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