Month: January 2026

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Rema Gets Emotional as He Returns to His Roots, Thanks Community for Shaping His Journey

Nigerian superstar Rema recently took a trip down memory lane, visiting the neighbourhood where his story began and openly acknowledging the people who supported him before fame found him. During the visit, the singer shared heartfelt words with residents, explaining that his success was not the result of one big opportunity, but the product of many small kindnesses from those around him while he was growing up. He recalled how

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Entertainment News

How Funke Akindele Earned Over ₦6bn at the Nigerian Box Office in Five Years

Funke Akindele has further cemented her reputation as one of Nollywood’s most bankable stars, posting an extraordinary run at the Nigerian box office over the last five years. Industry box office records show that the actress, filmmaker, and producer has generated more than ₦6 billion within this period, driven by a streak of blockbuster films that consistently drew massive local audiences. Her remarkable run took off in 2020 with Omo

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Sport

Man United Step Up Interim Coach Hunt After Fletcher’s Exit

Manchester United are moving quickly to appoint a new interim head coach following Darren Fletcher’s departure from the dugout, with Michael Carrick and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer now emerging as the leading candidates. According to reports from Sky Sports News, both former United midfielders have held face-to-face meetings with club executives and presented their plans for the role. Further talks are expected as the club edges closer to making a final

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Music

Tems & Dave Spark Dating Buzz as ‘Raindance’ Video Sets Social Media on Fire

The internet is in meltdown mode after Tems and UK rapper Dave released the visuals for their hit collaboration “Raindance.” From intimate moments to undeniable on-screen chemistry, the video has reignited long-running dating rumours between the two stars. Originally released on 23 October 2025 as part of Dave’s third studio album The Boy Who Played the Harp, “Raindance” quickly became a fan favourite, blending Dave’s sharp lyricism with Tems’ rich,

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Entertainment News

Seun Kuti Blasts ‘New Fela’ Tag for Wizkid, Calls Comparison Disrespectful

Seun Kuti, son of Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, has strongly criticised the growing trend of referring to Afrobeats superstar Wizkid as the “new Fela,” describing it as insulting and historically inaccurate. During a recent Instagram Live session, the Grammy-nominated musician addressed Wizkid’s fanbase, popularly known as Wizkid FC, urging them to stop linking the singer to his late father. According to Seun, placing any contemporary artiste in the same bracket

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Sport

Nigeria vs Algeria: Goldberg Sets Festival of Drums and Lights for Super Eagles Clash

As excitement builds ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) quarter-final showdown between Nigeria and Algeria, Goldberg Lager Beer is putting fans at the centre of the action with the return of its Festival of Drums and Lights, under the Our Beat, Our Gold campaign. The Super Eagles will face the Desert Foxes on Friday, January 10, and Goldberg is set to host a major fan experience at the

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Entertainment News

Ben Akinbami Uses Music to Fight Crime

At a time when Nigeria’s music industry is often criticised for glorifying fraud, drug abuse, and other social vices, Nigerian singer Akinbami Ebenezer, popularly known as Ben Akinbami, is taking a different path. Rather than celebrating illicit wealth or crime-driven success, Akinbami is using his music to discourage criminal behaviour and support the efforts of law enforcement agencies across the country. Speaking after a recent performance at the Economic and

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Entertainment News

Wizkid Becomes First African Artist to Reach 10 Billion Spotify Streams

Grammy-nominated Nigerian superstar Wizkid has made history as the first African artist to surpass 10 billion streams on Spotify, cementing his status as one of the continent’s most influential global acts. The milestone gives strong evidence of his worldwide appeal, driven by chart-topping hits such as “One Dance” with Drake, which has amassed nearly 4 billion streams, and “Essence” featuring Tems, which has recorded over 334 million streams on the

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Entertainment News

Asake Reunites With His Father After Viral Abandonment Allegations

Popular Nigerian singer Ololade Asake has reportedly reconciled with his father, Fatai Odunsi, months after their relationship became a subject of public controversy. A photo shared online on Wednesday, January 8, 2026, shows the father and son together in a calm setting, suggesting that peace and understanding have been restored following their earlier fallout. Background to the Dispute The reconciliation follows a difficult period earlier in 2025 when Mr. Odunsi

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