Davido, Tems, Phyno Lead AFRIMMA 2026 Winners
By Mardiyyah Abubakar Nigerian music stars dominated the 2026 African Muzik Magazine Awards (AFRIMMA), with Davido, Tems, Phyno, Ruger and several others emerging among the winners. The awards ceremony held on September 12, 2026, in Dallas, Texas, featured artistes and entertainers from across Africa and the diaspora competing in 41 categories. Davido claimed Album of […]
Adekunle Gold Explains Why He Checked Simi’s Genotype
By Julian Osamoto Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold has revealed that checking his wife Simi’s genotype was one of the first things he did before pursuing a relationship with her, saying compatibility was non-negotiable because of the possible implications for their future children. The singer disclosed this while speaking on the One54 Africa podcast, where he […]
Carter Efe Permanently Banned From TikTok Over Policy Violations
By Sulyman Gobir Popular Nigerian comedian and content creator, Carter Efe, has been permanently banned from TikTok over repeated violations of the platform’s community guidelines. TikTok announced the ban on Wednesday, effectively cutting off the comedian from the platform where he built a large follower through comedy skits, music promotion and livestreams. Carter Efe rose […]
BBNaija Disqualifications From Kemen to Nomy
By: Mardiyyah Abubakar Big Brother Naija BBNaija, has disqualified eight housemates across 11 seasons for offences ranging from violence and aggression to sexual misconduct and repeated breaches of house rules. The latest is Nomy, who was removed from the Season 11 house after Big Brother cited her repeated disobedience. Nomy’s disqualification followed her refusal to […]
Davis Found Guilty of Tupac Shakur Murder After 30 Years
By Sulyman Gobir Duane “Keffe D” Davis has been found guilty of the 1996 murder of rapper Tupac Shakur, ending one of the longest-running unsolved murder cases in the US music industry. A Las Vegas jury convicted the 63-year-old former gang leader of first-degree murder with the use of a deadly weapon after deliberating for […]
Ogogo: Family Announces Fidau, 40-Day Artists’ Day
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The family of late Nollywood veteran Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has announced the remaining programmes for his burial rites. Ogogo, who died at the age of 66 on Sunday, August 23, 2026, was buried in Ilaro, Ogun State, on Monday in accordance with Islamic rites. His burial was attended by […]
Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy Lead 2026 Headies Nominations
By Chinedu Echianu Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy, Rema, Asake, Ayra Starr and Tems are among the leading Nigerian artistes nominated for the 2026 Headies Awards, with established stars and emerging acts competing across several major categories. The organisers of the prestigious awards unveiled the nominees ahead of the ceremony, which is scheduled to hold in […]
Dolly Parton: 10 Songs That Defined Her Legacy
By Julian Osamoto Country music legend Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80 in Nashville, Tennessee, leaving behind a musical legacy that spanned more than six decades. The singer, songwriter, actress and philanthropist wrote thousands of songs and sold more than 100 million records worldwide. Her music often drew from her childhood, family, […]
Chimsom Chuka Wins BBNaija Head of House Again
By Oluwakemi Kindness Anambra-born pharmacist and actor, Chimsom Chuka, has won the Big Brother Naija Season 11 Head of House title for the second time. Chimsom secured the title on Monday, night after beating Gerard in the final head-to-head contest. The victory gives him immunity from this week’s eviction nominations, having previously won the Head […]
Priscilla Ojo Unveils Son Rakeem’s Face on First Birthday
By Mardiyyah Abubakar Nigerian influencer Priscilla Ojo has unveiled the face of her son, Rakeem Mkambala, for the first time as he celebrates his first birthday. Priscilla, the daughter of actress Iyabo Ojo and wife of Tanzanian singer Juma Jux, shared photos of the toddler on Instagram on Monday, August 24, 2026. In her birthday […]