Talent manager Paulo Okoye has projected a challenging year ahead for Afrobeat artists in 2024, attributing factors such as escalating concert ticket prices and a sluggish global economy. On his Instagram story, Okoye expressed apprehension regarding the forthcoming tough times for artists spanning all Afrobeat categories. He highlighted that only Davido and Burna Boy have […]
Nigerian music sensation Wizkid ignited controversy on X-Platform, formerly known as Twitter, earlier today. Known for his outspoken nature, Wizkid didn’t hold back as he took aim at various figures in the industry, including Mavins Record Label signee Ladipoe and label manager Don Jazzy. The feud began when Ladipoe teased Wizkid over his recent assertion […]
The dispute started when Wizkid reacted to a post by Ladipoe, an artist under Mavin Records, discussing the present condition of Afrobeats. Ladipoe’s comment hinted at Afrobeats going through a phase akin to the “Hip hop is dead” narrative, which Wizkid was purportedly part of. Wizkid’s retort, disregarding any artist signed by an “influencer” — […]
Olatosho Oshoffa, the son of Bilewu Oshoffa, the founder of the Celestial Church of Christ, Worldwide, has offered a defense for his father’s extensive family and the tradition of polygamy within the church. The leader of the Celestial Church of Christ International Headquarters in Ketu, Lagos, emphasized that the church does not prohibit polygamy, citing […]
The passing of popular Gospel singer Morenikeji Adeleke, also known as Egbin Orun, has been confirmed. Her colleague, Esther Igbekele shared the heartbreaking news of Egbin Orun’s passing on Instagram. Igbekele expressed her shock and sorrow, mentioning Egbin Orun’s sudden departure without a chance to bid farewell. She recounted their recent conversation, unaware of the […]
Nigerian chess champion, Tunde Onakoya, has shared that an individual purchased a house for his parents. Expressing gratitude to the generous benefactor, Onakoya recounted how his mother worked as a cleaner to support his education, and his father drove a danfo to provide for their family’s needs and sustenance. He further emphasized that the house […]
Traditionalist Ifagbenusola Popoola discusses the reasoning behind burying individuals who drown at the riverbank What does the Yoruba tradition of burying those who drowned at the riverbank signify? In Yoruba cosmology, every entity is perceived as alive. Nonliving objects do not exist; rivers, trees, animals, air, and even dwellings are all regarded as living beings. […]
Actress Bisola Aiyeola is ecstatic after crossing paths with Hollywood actor Idris Elba. She revealed that Elba directed a movie in which she had a role. Elba’s engagement in numerous African movie ventures for some time now isn’t unexpected given his African heritage. She expressed: “La familiaaaaaaa Dreams indeed come True. If you’re in the […]
Singer Oluwatobiloba Daniel Anidugbe, popularly known as Kizz Daniel, has praised senior colleague 2Baba for his significant influence in the music industry. He believes that his journey to success would be incomplete without collaborating with the ‘African Queen’ singer. Recognizing 2Baba as his mentor, Kizz Daniel expressed a strong desire to work together with the […]
Comedian Anita Asuoha, popularly known as Real Warri Pikin, and her husband, Ikechukwu, are joyfully celebrating their 11th wedding anniversary today, April 27. Anita shared delightful photos from their vow renewal ceremony held last year and expressed her heartfelt sentiments: “Happy 11th anniversary to us! It’s been 11 beautiful years of loving each other, making […]