Nigeria

Jude Okoye, the former manager of the music group P-Square, has been released from prison after two months in detention. The elder brother of twins Paul and Peter was charged by the anti-corruption agency, alongside his company Northside Music Limited, on seven counts related to money laundering. His release was announced on Wednesday by Paul […]

Nigerian artist Davido has revealed that American R&B star Chris Brown had a major impact on his career. The “Blow My Mind” singer said his career took a leap forward after meeting Breezy in 2018. Davido shared the story of their first encounter in a recent episode of the Bagfuel Brigade podcast. “Meeting Chris Brown […]

A social media user identified as @ritatoyie shared a harrowing story on X (formerly Twitter), responding to a prompt inviting users to recount the most shocking stories from people around them. According to the user, the events involved a member of her family—specifically her uncle—whose actions sent shockwaves through the entire household. He allegedly engaged […]

The death toll from recent attacks allegedly carried out by armed herders in Benue State, central Nigeria, has risen to 72, local authorities reported on Monday. Initially, officials had confirmed 56 deaths following the violence, which took place on April 17 and 18 across several communities in the Ukum administrative area. The updated toll increased […]

Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has revealed that he would have become an actor if he hadn’t pursued a career in music. The Nigerian singer explained that he would have worked behind the scenes in the entertainment industry had he not been an artist. He also shared that he is a talented […]

Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido has claimed he began his life in a one-room apartment in a public housing complex locally known as face-me-I-face-you. The artist made the statement in a new song titled CFMF, from his fifth studio album 5ive, released on Friday. In the lyrics, he says he now lives a lavish life thanks […]

A tragic incident occurred on Thursday, April 17, in Akure, Ondo State, during the official visit of Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu. A seven-year-old girl, Saratu Lawal, lost her life after being struck by a vehicle from the presidential convoy. According to eyewitnesses, the accident happened near the central mosque in Oba Ile as […]

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 […]