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Tems, Burna Boy set new Billboard Hot 100 record for African artists

Afrobeats stars Tems and Burna Boy have made history as the African artists with the most entries on the Billboard Hot 100, overtaking South African band Seether. The milestone follows their latest appearances on J. Cole’s album The Fall-Off. Bounce Road Blues featuring Tems and Future debuted at No. 34 Only You featuring Burna Boy debuted at No. 78 These entries bring both artists to eight Billboard Hot 100 appearances each, the highest total for any African act. Tems leads

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Candy Bleakz Raises Alarm Over Kolu’s Arrest in the UK

Nigerian singer Candy Bleakz has revealed that content creator Kolu was arrested in the United Kingdom following an incident at the airport. In a video shared online, the artist explained that Kolu had travelled to the UK under her sponsorship. She said she had warned him about complying with travel conditions, stressing that any violation could have serious consequences for both of them. What reportedly happened According to Candy Bleakz, the situation escalated while they were preparing to board a

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Falz Criticises Political Leaders, Religious Institutions Over Insecurity

Nigerian rapper and activist, Falz, has taken a swipe at the country’s political leadership and religious institutions over worsening insecurity, weak accountability, and what he described as a repetitive cycle of failed governance. Speaking in a recent commentary, Falz expressed frustration over frequent violent attacks across Nigeria, noting that mass killings are often followed by routine official statements without any visible arrests or prosecutions. He questioned the sincerity and effectiveness of government responses, accusing authorities of failing to protect citizens

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Why My Relationship Didn’t Work Even Though I Had Money – Timini Egbuson Speaks Out

Nollywood actor Timini Egbuson has opened up about the reasons his past relationship didn’t survive, despite his financial success. Speaking during an interview with Jay On-Air TV, the popular actor shared honest reflections on love, money, and the lessons he has learned over time. Timini revealed that he once believed money was the most important factor in sustaining a relationship, but experience has since changed his mindset. While he still acknowledges the importance of financial stability, he explained that money

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2026 Grammy Awards: Full Winners List & Night Recap

The 68th Grammy Awards, held on February 1, 2026, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, delivered a night defined by record-breaking wins, global dominance, and landmark cultural moments. While Nigerian artists went home without trophies, their presence across major global categories reinforced Afrobeats’ continued influence on the world stage. From Bad Bunny’s historic Album of the Year win to Kendrick Lamar extending his legacy, the 2026 Grammys reflected the Academy’s widening global lens. Biggest Moments of the Night Bad

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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 Lay shared a 76-second black-and-white teaser that feels unmistakably on

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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 pop music. Now celebrated globally as the “ANTIversary,” the album

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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 Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, confirmed that his office had

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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 fast. Over the past year, a new wave of Nigerian

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