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As part of its economic diversification strategy, Nigeria has signed a mining cooperation agreement with South Africa. The announcement was made on Thursday by Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals, Dele Alake, who reaffirmed the government’s commitment to reducing the country’s heavy reliance on oil revenues. This bilateral partnership aims to strengthen collaboration between the two […]
A major controversy is shaking up Nigeria’s music industry: Peter Okoye, one half of the iconic duo P-Square, has leveled serious allegations against his older brother and former manager, Jude Okoye, accusing him of fraud estimated at 1.38 billion naira. The case is currently before the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, and also involves […]
Nigerian health authorities announced on Tuesday that the Lassa fever outbreak has claimed 127 lives so far. Since the beginning of the year, 674 cases have been confirmed out of 4,025 suspected cases, according to a statement from the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC). The viral hemorrhagic disease has affected 18 of […]
Afrobeats superstar Davido has revealed that his breakout hit “Dami Duro” in 2012 had an unexpected impact—it became the personal ringtone of then-Nigerian president Goodluck Jonathan. Davido, whose real name is David Adeleke, shared that his father, Deji Adeleke, was initially opposed to his music career but had a change of heart thanks to the […]
After several months of tension, Nigerian authorities are multiplying gestures of openness toward Niger. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has dispatched his Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, to Niamey to deliver a special message to General Abdourahamane Tiani, leader of the ruling junta. The initiative reflects a desire to revive bilateral cooperation, despite Niger’s […]
In Nigeria, what is often seen as a festive gesture can now come at a high cost. On Monday, a federal court in Kano, in the north of the country, sentenced a popular makeup artist to six months in prison for throwing banknotes during his wedding. Known as Amuscap to his 153,000 Instagram followers, Abdullahi […]
Nigerian authorities have banned the broadcast of the song Tell Your Papa by rapper Eedris Abdulkareem, deeming it too harsh toward President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has ordered the country’s broadcast media to stop airing the track, calling its content “unacceptable,” according to The Punch newspaper. The decision is based on […]
Libya repatriated 177 Nigerian migrants, mainly women, on Tuesday as part of a voluntary return program, the country’s Illegal Migration Control Department announced. “Today (…) we organized the voluntary return of 177 female migrants and some Nigerian children aboard a flight departing from Tripoli Mitiga International Airport,“ said Mohamed Bred’a, head of deportations. The group […]
Mali’s national team coach, Tom Saintfiet, has expressed his concern about the Super Eagles of Nigeria’s difficulties in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. According to him, Nigeria’s absence from the tournament would be a real surprise and a great disappointment. In an interview with YouTube channel AySuga Naija Lifestyle, Saintfiet called the Super Eagles “the […]
The relationship of Nigerian singer Davideo is once again the center of intense controversy online due to a video where the couple was seen dancing sensuously during Chioma’s birthday celebration. Chioma, the wife of the famous Nigerian singer Davido, celebrated her 29th birthday on Tuesday, April 30. After recent challenges following the tragic loss of […]
In March 2024, the Nigerian Cinema world was struck by the loss of veteran Mr Ibu. A month after his passing, the schedule for his funeral has been revealed by his family. The death of John Ikechukwu Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, at the age of 63, left an indelible mark. Despite his prolonged […]
Nigerian singer Davido is once again at the center of controversy. Following cases involving claims of paternity from two women and romantic entanglements, now a new story of infidelity has emerged. There seems to be no end to the scandals and controversies surrounding the Nigerian Afro-Beat star, Davido. The online community has not yet gotten […]
The famed Nigerian artist Asake experienced a whirlwind romance with a Guinean-American influencer known as Madame Mystiquee. However, what seemed to be a fairytale relationship turned sour following astounding revelations about hidden secrets shared by the superstar’s former lover. Ahmed Ololade, better known as Asake, quickly climbed to the top of African music charts, captivating […]
The criteria for selecting a partner in a romantic relationship change over time and with individual priorities. Far from advocating the importance of financial assets in choosing a mate, Nigerian celebrity Tiwa Savage recently spoke out to express a viewpoint that focuses more on emotional balance and mutual connection. Tiwa Savage, who adeptly uses her […]
The sensation Kizz Daniel never stops surprising his audience, and not just with his music. The Nigerian artist participated in a question-and-answer session with his online community on the X platform, sparking interest with his personal confessions. In the glamorous world of music, it’s not unusual to see male artists enjoying their bachelorhood by indulging […]
The famous Nigerian singer, Yemi Alade, reveals a glimpse into her experiences in the Nigerian music industry. The music business is a labyrinthine world where many pitfalls await artists. Compromising offers are a common currency for those in search of fame and recognition. While some yield to these temptations and embark on this path, others […]
Nigerian Afro-beat superstar Davido has finally settled a complex legal affair. He was previously involved in a legal dispute for failing to appear at a festival in Nigeria’s Delta State, despite being fully paid. Indeed, Davido was scheduled to perform at the ‘Warri Again’ event last year. He had received his full fee of $94,000 […]
Nigerian stars Asake and Ayra Starr were notably absent from the Abidjan Laguna Show (ALS), a highlight of the 34th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) festivities. During an appearance on the “La Télé d’Ici” show on the NCI channel, the organizer explained why these artists didn’t show up. The CAN 2023 in […]
