– Banjohifi – By Ademola Idris Looking at it from the bible perspective, name changing has a lot to do with someone’s life. God changed Abram name to Abraham, which translates to father of the nations and this really reflected in his life. This exactly is happening in the life of Turkey based Nigerian singer, Banjo who just added hifi to his name to make… []
– Tuface – Ademola Idris Nigerian singer and songwriter Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2baba, has revealed why he built a multi-million naira music studio at the Obafemi Awolowo University, OAU, Ile-Ife, Osun State. The legendary singer, during a breakfast chat organised by The 2baba Foundation in Lagos State, stated that he built the studio to reciprocate the kind gesture extended to him by… []
– Charly Boy Charles Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy, a veteran entertainer, has threatened to sue Premier Records Limited for alleged breach of terms of agreement in musical contracts signed about 35 years ago. This was revealed by the ‘Our Mumu Don Do’ activist in a letter written to the record label by his lawyer, Mr Rockson Igelige. The lawyer stated in the letter… []
– Akika Akika, a Nigerian comedian lost his son yesterday, 18th of June, 2023, a day set aside to celebrate Fathers in the world. The comedian announced the sad incident via social media. He however didn’t mention the cause of death. “I lost my son this morning 😭 😭 😭 Rest In Peace INIOLUWA ADIGUN,” Akika wrote on Instagram
– Davido and Chioma Popular Nigerian afrobeats superstar, David Adeleke, aka Davido, has revealed that he is currently building a mansion for himself and his wife, chef Chioma, at the highbrow Eko Atlantic city, Lagos. The music star disclosed this while appearing on the latest episode of Drink Champs podcast co-hosted by N.O.R.E and DJ EFN. Davido said if he were to work in a… []
– Saheed Osupa Nigerian King of Fuji, Saheed Osupa has been left emotional while performing at a recent event. The Fuji maestro shared a video of him almost teary-eyed while performing at an event where he was being serenaded with money. He noted how there are ranges of emotions that content can conjure, and this event was one. Saheed, however, made it clear that he… []
– Davido Popular singer, Davido Adeleke, a.k.a Davido performing at his “Timeless” concert in Lagos on Sunday. Davido took to social media on Sunday to share his pain as the World celebrates Father’s Day. The singer revealed that it is a difficult Father’s day for him but thanked God for strength. “Water full my eyes but I’ll be alright! forever,” Davido stated. “Difficult Father’s Day… []
– Seun Kuti Afrobeat singer, Seun Kuti, has jetted to Switzerland to kick off his Europe tour in Zurich, Switzerland. Kuti confirmed this on his Instagram story on Thursday. The singer shared a picture of himself on the plane with the caption, “Euro tour kicks off tonight in Zurich.” This came after the singer was released on bail on Tuesday night, following his detention for… []
Put all Nigerian hip-hop, R’n’B, Rap, Afro beat, gospel songs all together you’ll surely find him churning out the best in all these genres. One of his singles, Cadensa a single where he was featured by a Tanzanian popular singer, JOten has sold him out beyond Nigeria. Christened Babajide Olowoyeye, this Ekiti State born talented and versatile singer sure knows his onions, reason he’s able… []
– Cynthia Morgan, Pete Edochie Nigerian singer Cynthia Morgan, aka Madrina, has taken to social media to call out Veteran Actor Pete Edochie following video of his handshake with Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, the Ooni of Ife. The trending clip captured Pete Edochie, who holds a chieftaincy title, with some of the Nollywood stars walking into an event in which the Ooni of Ife was a… []
– P-Square Once separated musical duo Peter and Paul Okoye aka P-Square has announced plans to release a new album soon. The announcement comes nearly a decade after their last joint album, “Double Trouble”, released in 2014. The duo announced the plans to release a collaborative album again in an exclusive interview on CNN. Reflecting on their past, Paul aka Rudeboy spoke about the circumstances… []
– Mr. Macaroni Popularly known as Mr. Macaroni, actor and activist, Adebowale Debo Adedayo, has reacted to the arrest of Afrobeats star, Seun Kuti by the Nigeria police. Macaroni on his Twitter page condemned the attack on the police officer who was slapped by Kuti. He stated that security personnel in the country were now aware of how it feels to be assaulted and oppressed…. []
– Asiwaju Dele Taiwo & Esther Igbekele Asiwaju Dele Taiwo JP will be stepping out with gospel act, Esther Igbekele on Friday as the Funky Juju crooner releases a Single to mark his birthday. The Single with the title Funmi Loro So ( Give me a say) , a collaboration effort with Esther Igbekele is a full gospel number and scheduled for release on Friday… []
The Kaduna International Film festival (KADIFF) will be holding its first series of film summit in partnership with Afristar media. The first state to host this northern film summit is Kano state. Audu Kashim Israel the founder of Kaduna International Film festival disclosed this earlier today to the media he noted that Kano state will be the first state because it has the large market… []
In less than 72 hours from now, the much awaited single from duo of J12, an upwardly mobile and talented Nigerian lawyer cum singer, Babajide Olowoyeye popularly known as J12 and his Tanzanian counterpart, Jimmy Phillipo Nyandindi aka JOten will hit the music scenes with Cadensa, a single from both singers. After much consultations the duo of J12 and JOten agreed on this hit titled Cadensa… []
– Anita Joseph Nollywood curvy actress Anita Joseph seems to have turned a relationship counselor after she shared tips on how to enjoy a successful marriage with her followers on Instagram. This time, the actress has taken to her Instagram page again to advise ‘single ladies’ to marry whom they will be happy with, and who complements them. Anita also recounted how she counseled a… []
-Late Kiernan Forbes (AKA) The International Committee of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), has implored governments of African countries to arrest the growing cases of violent deaths against music stars on the continent just as it urged the South African authorities to expedite the process of prosecution of the killers of rapper Kiernan Forbes popularly known as AKA. AFRIMA recalls that the 35-year-old AKA… []
– Empress Njamah and ex- lover, Josh Wade Empress Njamah’s ex-lover who released her nudes videos online, Josh Wade has been charged to court in Liberia. Josh Wade whose real name is Nicholas Jack Davis, has been charged to court in Liberia. The blackmailer in a trending video on social media, was seen taken to court in handcuffs. Nicholas is facing charges including rape, sexual… []
– Charly Boy Veteran Nigerian singer, Charles Oputa, aka Charly Boy, has revealed why many marriages are crumbling nowadays. According to him, marriage is all about understanding and perseverance. The ‘Nwata Miss’ crooner stated this on his Twitter handle on Thursday. Sharing photos of him and his wife, he wrote: “Marriage na Management. “Many dey see marriage as a scam these days. So many marriages… []
– Pheelz, Adekunle Gold It’s very rare for someone like Pheelz who has hit stardom to make this kind of revelation but being a humble guy that he is, the singer didn’t hide anything as he narrated how a co-singer, Adekunle Gold came to his rescue. During a podcast hosted by Feyikemi Akin-Bankole and Simi Badiru, Pheelz a Nigerian recording artiste revealed that the outfit… []