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Seun Kuti criticises ‘toxic mindset’ among African men

Nigerian Afrobeat singer Seun Kuti has weighed in on the ongoing tension involving Burna Boy and DJ Tunez, using the moment to address what he described as a deeper societal issue. Speaking during a livestream, the singer condemned the tendency of some African men to equate power with violence and intimidation, noting that such behaviour reflects a harmful mindset. According to him, many individuals still believe that responding to conflict

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Cardi B laments $60,000 fraud on credit card

  American rapper Cardi B has raised alarm after falling victim to a credit card fraud involving about $60,000. The rapper disclosed the incident during an Instagram livestream, revealing that unknown individuals made large purchases using her card before it was eventually blocked. According to her, the suspects spent roughly $40,000 at Saks Fifth Avenue and another $20,000 at an Apple Store. Clearly upset, Cardi B insisted the perpetrators would

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Wizkid reacts to DJ Tunez, Burna Boy clash

Nigerian music star Wizkid has broken his silence on the controversy involving DJ Tunez and Burna Boy. The singer took to his X (formerly Twitter) account on Wednesday to address the reported altercation between the DJ and the Grammy-winning artist. In his reaction, Wizkid criticised Burna Boy, accusing him of attempting to intimidate DJ Tunez by confronting him with a group. He also made controversial remarks in the post, referencing

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Sowore reveals why Davido distanced himself from #EndSARS protests

Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore has shared new insights into the events surrounding the #EndSARS protests, explaining why music star Davido eventually stepped back from the movement. Speaking on The Honest Bunch podcast, Sowore said the protests had visible figures coordinating efforts, but authorities were uncomfortable with leadership they could not easily influence. He noted that Davido was actively involved in meetings during the early stages of the protests. However,

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‘I won’t date actors’ — Teniola Aladese shares dating preference

Nollywood actress Teniola Aladese has opened up about her love life, revealing she has no interest in dating fellow actors. Speaking on the I Said What I Said podcast, the actress said her preference leans more toward producers and directors within the film industry, rather than actors. Aladese also disclosed that her social media inbox is often filled with messages from admirers, noting that attention from men is constant. She

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Burna Boy songs pulled from DJs’ playlists amid DJ Tunez clash

Songs by Burna Boy have been temporarily removed from DJs’ playlists across Nigeria following an alleged altercation with DJ Tunez. The decision was announced by the Nigerian DJ Association, which said the move would remain in place pending the outcome of an investigation into the incident. According to the association, reports and circulating videos suggest there was a confrontation between Burna Boy and DJ Tunez at a private event in

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Judge grants Lil Nas X entry into mental health diversion programme

Lil Nas X has been granted access to a mental health diversion programme by a California court following his arrest last August. The rapper was taken into custody after an incident in Los Angeles, where he was accused of assaulting police officers while wandering the streets in a distressed state. During a recent hearing, the judge ruled that the charges against him could be dismissed if he successfully completes the

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‘Looks don’t matter,’ Ayra Starr speaks on relationship preferences

Ayra Starr has shared her thoughts on relationships, revealing that physical appearance is not a priority when choosing a partner. The singer, whose real name is Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, made this known during a conversation with Diana Eneje, where she spoke openly about what truly attracts her. According to Ayra Starr, intelligence is the key quality she values most, stressing the importance of mental and emotional connection over looks. She

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Phyno urges VeryDarkMan to drop case against Blord

Phyno has appealed to social media activist VeryDarkMan to withdraw his legal case against cryptocurrency entrepreneur Blord. The call came during Phyno’s Easter Sunday concert in Enugu, where VeryDarkMan joined him on stage in a moment that caught the attention of fans. Blord is currently being held at Kuje Correctional Centre over allegations including criminal conspiracy, impersonation, and the unauthorised use of VeryDarkMan’s identity. The case stems from claims that

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