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Nigerians Respond to Asake’s Daring New Look

Nigerian singer Asake has set the internet on fire with his bold new look. The former YBNL artist took to social media to debut his freshly shaved moustache and a set of eye-catching new facial tattoos. His transformation has left Nigerians in shock, with many fans declaring he now looks "unrecognizable," especially after he made headlines last year for cutting off his signature dreads. As expected, the reactions have been a mix of surprise, confusion, and, of course, hilarious commentary. […]

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Portable Thanks Skepta After Receiving Royalties for Their Hit Song ‘Tony Montana’

Street hop sensation Portable has expressed his gratitude to UK rapper Skepta after receiving his royalties for their hit collaboration Tony Montana. Released in early 2024, the single became one of Portable's biggest hits, marking a major milestone in his career as he teamed up with British-Nigerian grime legend Skepta. Taking to his Instagram story, Portable shared his excitement after receiving his cut of the royalties, previously hinting at the anticipation of his first payment. "God bless you @skepta. Money […]

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“I Had To Evacuate In 20 Minutes” – Omotola Jalade Flees Los Angeles Amid California Wildfires

Veteran Nollywood actress Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde has been forced to flee Los Angeles due to the raging wildfires currently wreaking havoc in California. The wildfires, fueled by powerful winds and dry conditions, have devastated large parts of the state, particularly its southern region. California, known as the entertainment capital of the world, has been grappling with the disaster, and the wildfires have displaced over 137,000 residents, according to BBC reports. Tragically, multiple fatalities have been recorded as well, and the fires […]

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Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ Named the Biggest Album of 2024

Asake's highly anticipated third album Lungu Boy has officially been crowned the biggest album of 2024, according to TurnTable's annual year-end chart. With a staggering 214.4 million streams (equivalent to 143,000 units), Lungu Boy takes the top spot as the most commercially successful album of the year. Released on August 8, 2024, Lungu Boy boasts an impressive lineup of guest features, including Nigerian Grammy winner Wizkid, British rap icons Stormzy and Central Cee, and Brazilian star Ludmilla. The album’s diverse […]

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Ayra Starr Clinches the Title of No. 1 Female Artist in Nigeria for 2024

In yet another remarkable achievement, Grammy nominee Ayra Starr has been crowned the No. 1 female artist across all platforms in Nigeria for 2024. This groundbreaking feat was revealed in TurnTable’s highly anticipated annual year-end chart. As the only chart in Nigeria that aggregates data from streaming platforms, radio, and TV airplay, TurnTable's recognition cements Ayra Starr’s place as the most commercially successful female artist of the past year. 2024 was undoubtedly a standout year for Ayra Starr, largely driven […]

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Kemi Adetiba Teases Exciting New Details for ”King of Boys 3”

Nollywood director Kemi Adetiba has officially announced the release date for the highly anticipated third installment of King of Boys. Set to drop on December 25, 2025, the upcoming film, titled King of Boys 3: The Beginning of the End, will bring fans back into the world of Alhaja Eniola Salami and her high-stakes power struggle. The announcement was made in a birthday post on Adetiba's Instagram, where she shared an enthusiastic message to her fans: “KOB Army… ARISE!!! It’s […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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