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“I’ve got far more musical experience than Shallipopi, so I’m definitely in a position to give him some advice- Whitemoney

Former Big Brother Naija winner White Money recently took to Instagram Live to update his fans on his music career, which has recently included an 8-state tour across the United States. During the live session, a clip where he shared his thoughts on Shallipopi’s rise to fame quickly went viral. In the video, White Money, whose real name is Hazel Oyeye Onou, discussed Shallipopi's success as a hitmaker. He suggested that Shallipopi’s popularity wasn't due to his vocal ability but

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Bobrisky: I Left Nigeria to Prioritize My Mental Health And Well-Being

Following two separate arrests by Nigerian authorities, social media influencer Bobrisky has opened up about his decision to leave the country. In a post shared on Instagram on November 4, 2024, Bobrisky explained that although his departure is temporary, it was essential for his mental and physical health. He wrote, “Yes, I’m here to confirm that I’m out of Nigeria temporarily... I need to focus on my sanity and health. Some Nigerian security agencies tried everything to frustrate me, but

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Ayra Starr Dazzles As She Opens for Coldplay at Sold-Out Stadium Show

Nigerian superstar Ayra Starr dazzled fans at Colplay's sold-out concert. Grammy-nominated singer Ayra Starr continues to enjoy global success as she joins the iconic band Coldplay on their tour of Australia. As part of Coldplay's Music of the Spheres 2024 World Tour, the multi-award-winning group will headline 11 dates across Australia and New Zealand. Ayra Starr will open for them alongside Zimbabwean singer Shone and Australian X Factor contestant and singer Emmanuel Kelly. At the latest concert at the Marvel Stadium in Melbourne, Ayra

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Peter Obi Under Fire Over Comments On Bobrisky’s Legal Saga

Peter Obi, A Nigerian politician and the Labour Party's 2023 presidential candidate has come under criticism for his remarks regarding the legal case involving lifestyle influencer Bobrisky. Obi’s appearance on podcast session has sparked discussions as he commented on the public’s focus on Bobrisky. He referred to recent controversies involving Bobrisky, social media personalities like Verydarkman, the Falanas, and institutions such as the EFCC and the Nigerian Correctional Service, noting that these issues have drawn intense public

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Movie Director, Dimeji Ajibola Passes Away

CEO and Technical Director of Flipsyde Studios Ltd Dimeji Ajibola has passed away . He reportedly passed away in the early hours of November 3, 2024, after a struggle with an undisclosed illness. Actor Bolanle Ninalowo confirmed Ajibola's death via Instagram, expressing his sorrow. His post reads, ““I love you brother and i will miss you @dimejiajibola 🙏🏾.May God heal your family & loved ones 🙏🏾.Till we meet again didi vox ❤️”. “Rest on CHAMP 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾”. Ajibola was acclaimed for directing the

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Quincy Jones, Legendary Music Producer Dies At 91

Quincy Delight Jones, the legendary US record and television producer, has passed away at the age of 91. His publicist, Arnold Robinson, confirmed that Jones passed away on Sunday night at his home in Bel Air, Los Angeles, surrounded by his family. In a heartfelt statement, his family said, “Tonight, with full but broken hearts, we must share the news of our father and brother Quincy Jones’ passing. Although this is an incredible loss for our family, we celebrate the

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Davido’s Awuke Sets Record, Earns Highest Spotify Streams In a Day

Nigerian music star David Adedeji Adeleke widely known as Davido has set a new record on Spotify with his latest release, Awuke, featuring YG Marley, an American singer and songwriter, amassing 1.217 million streams within 24 hours. This achievement marks the highest single-day streaming count for any African artist on the platform. The global success of Awuke underscores Davido’s growing influence and the rising popularity of Afrobeats worldwide. Fans and industry experts have praised the song for its captivating

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Bobrisky Freed From EFCC Custody, Departs Nigeria

Nigerian crossdresser Okuneye Idris Olanrewaju, popularly known as Bobrisky has been released from the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and has departed Nigeria. The crossdresser was previously detained at Lagos' Murtala Muhammed Airport while attempting to leave the country. In an Instagram post, Bobrisky shared a video from a business class seat, confirming reports of his release and departure. He also indicated his plans to return to Nigeria soon, captioning the post with "See you soon

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US Singer, Diddy Combs, Has Been Arrested In New York

American singer Sean 'Diddy' Combs was arrested in New York on Monday night by federal agents at a Manhattan hotel, following a grand jury indictment. His lawyer, Marc Agnifilo, criticized the US Attorney's Office for pursuing what he called an unfair prosecution. Agnifilo emphasized that Combs had voluntarily come to New York in anticipation of the charges. “To his credit Mr. Combs has been cooperative with this investigation and he voluntarily relocated to New York a week ago in anticipation

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