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Davido, Burna Boy, Wizkid, and Tems Earn Nominations for 2025 NAACP Image Awards

Nigerian stars are making waves at the 2025 NAACP Image Awards, with Burna Boy, Wizkid, Tems, and Davido earning nominations in multiple categories. Burna Boy secured a nomination for "Outstanding Duo, Group, or Collaboration (Contemporary)" for his feature on Usher's track "Coming Home." Wizkid also earned recognition with two nominations for his hit single "Piece of My Heart," including "Outstanding Duo, Group or Collaboration (Contemporary)" and "Outstanding International Song." Tems is nominated for "Outstanding International Song" for her single "Love […]

January 9, 2025 9 2

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Iyabo Ojo Regrets Supporting the Exhumation of Mohbad’s Body

Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has opened up about her role in advocating for the exhumation of late singer Mohbad’s body. She revealed that her initial intention was driven by a genuine desire for justice and clarity regarding the circumstances surrounding Mohbad's tragic death. At the time, she didn’t anticipate that the case would drag on without much progress. "I wouldn’t have requested that Mohbad be exhumed if I knew his case would turn out this way," Iyabo said. "I just […]

January 8, 2025 5

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Ice Prince’s Baby Mama Calls Him Out for Ignoring Their Son

Nigerian rapper Ice Prince, whose real name is Panshak Zamani, is facing serious accusations from his baby mama, Maimah, who claims he has been grossly neglecting their son, Jamal. Maimah took to Instagram to express her frustration and shed light on the ongoing issues that have persisted since their son’s birth 12 years ago. In her candid post, Maimah revealed that Ice Prince, 35, suggested their son could live with his family in Jos if she couldn’t afford to provide […]

January 8, 2025 27

Music

Niniola Sparks Excitement with Hint of Collaboration with Sister Teni

Niniola has just teased an exciting possibility for fans as she hinted at a potential collaboration with her sister, Teni. During a recent interview with Hip TV, the singer was asked if a joint project with her sister was in the works, and she responded with an intriguing, "It's in the works already so just stay close." Fans of the two Afrobeats stars have long been eagerly anticipating a collaboration, and this revelation only adds fuel to the fire. Niniola, […]

January 8, 2025 16

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“Portable celebrates Burna Boy, claiming he’s bigger than the others.”

Street pop sensation Portable has shown his support for Burna Boy amid the ongoing social media drama between the Afro-fusion star and businessman Cubana Chief Priest. In a recent Instagram story post, Portable made it clear where his allegiance lies, backing Burna Boy with a powerful tribute. The "Zazuu" crooner referred to Burna Boy as a force to be reckoned with, declaring him "bigger than them" and praising his strength. "1 man na 7 man you big pass them," […]

January 8, 2025 6

Music

Davido and Lojay Join Chris Brown on Stage at Record-Breaking South African Concert.

Chris Brown made history on December 15 & 16, 2024, by selling out the 94,000-capacity FnB Stadium in Johannesburg, South Africa, the largest stadium in Africa. The Grammy-winning R&B sensation set a major milestone when tickets for the concert sold out in just two hours back in October 2024. At the highly anticipated show, Chris Brown captivated the audience with a flawless performance, delivering hit after hit and showcasing his signature dance moves. His performance truly celebrated his nearly […]

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Funke Akindele’s ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’ Breaks Box-Office Records with ₦206 Million Opening Weekend.

Funke Akindele has done it again! The Nollywood box office queen has broken records with her latest film, Everybody Loves Jenifa. In an extraordinary feat, the film made a staggering ₦206 million in its opening weekend, marking the biggest opening for a Nollywood movie of all time. But that's not all – the film also earned an impressive ₦87.8 million on its very first day, setting a new record for the highest-grossing one-day performance in Nollywood history. In a statement […]

December 17, 2024 21 1

Events

Nigerian Model Samuel Nwajagu Makes History as First African to Win Mister International

Nigerian model Samuel Nwajagu has made history by becoming the first African to win the prestigious Mister International title. The 16th edition of the global pageant took place this past weekend in Bangkok, Thailand, where Nwajagu triumphed over 46 other contestants from around the world. The Mister International pageant, one of the largest male beauty competitions globally, attracted debutants like Cameroon, England, Benin Republic, and Mali this year. With a total of 47 countries participating, the contest featured a variety […]

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Music

Nathaniel Bassey, Moses Bliss, Mercy Chinwo Among Top Streamed Gospel Artists on Spotify Africa.

Spotify has unveiled the list of the most streamed gospel artists in Sub-Saharan Africa, and it’s no surprise that Nigerian gospel stars are dominating the charts. The impressive rise of Nigerian music is now taking the gospel genre to new heights, with fresh talents captivating global audiences. In the Spotify Wrapped 2024 report, Africa’s love for gospel music reached new milestones, with the genre securing the 9th spot among the most-streamed genres in the region. From the powerful choirs of […]

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