•Raheem and his billionaire father, Razaq Okoya Nigerian singer Raheem, son of billionaire industrialist Razaq Okoya, has announced his decision to stop releasing new music. The 23-year-old artiste, professionally known as Sir Raheem, made the announcement in a lengthy Instagram post today, reflecting on his musical journey and explaining that...
•Ayra Starr Afrobeats singer Ayra Starr has made her Billboard debut as her third studio album, Starrgirl, entered the World Albums chart at number four. The feat was confirmed on the Billboard World Albums chart for the week of August 29, 2026. Released barely two weeks ago, the album sits behind three K-pop acts. Stray […]
•Photos (L-R): Tiwa Savage, Davido, Burna Boy, Wizkid and Tems Nigerian music stars Davido, Wizkid and Burna Boy have secured multiple nominations for the 18th Headies Awards, with the organisers unveiling the nominees for the 2026 ceremony yesterday. The awards ceremony is scheduled to take place in Canada. Davido, Wizkid and Burna Boy featur...
•Late US singer-songwriter Dolly Parton performs during the 37th Annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at the Microsoft Theatre on November 5, 2022, in Los Angeles, California Americans united yesterday in grief over the death of country music legend Dolly Parton, voicing their appreciation for her music, her philanthropy and h...
•Late Nollywood actors Alexx Ekubo, Taiwo Hassan and Ethel Ekpe The death of veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has renewed attention on Nigerian film stars who lost their lives after battling different forms of cancer. Hassan died yesterday, Sunday, August 23, 2026, at the age of 66. His daughter, Kira Taiwo, [&he...
•Funke Akindele Filmmaker and producer Funke Akindele is celebrating her birthday today with a heartfelt message of gratitude to God for His faithfulness throughout her life and career. The award-winning actress took to social media to mark the special occasion, reflecting on the different seasons she has experienced, the lessons she has learn...
•Late actor Taiwo Hassan, professionally known as Ogogo Veteran Nollywood actor, filmmaker and screenwriter, Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has died at the age of 66 after a battle with stage-four cancer. Hassan died yesterday, Sunday, August 23, 2026. His daughter, Kira Hassan, confirmed the death during an emotional Instagram Live s...
•Cassi and Abi Big Brother Naija Season 11 housemate, Cassi, has become the latest contestant to leave the “Show Ya Sef” house after securing 5.27 per cent of the votes in yesterday’s eviction show. The 27-year-old, whose full name is Ezenwoke Nwosu, was evicted during the live broadcast hosted by Ebuka Obi-Uchendu. Cassi’s departure means [&h...
•Evangelist John Kola-Idowu Nigerian-American gospel artiste, Evangelist John Kola-Idowu, has urged Nigerian youths to resist attempts by politicians and other interest groups to use them to perpetrate violence ahead of the 2027 general elections. The clergy warned that such acts could destroy their future and undermine the nation’s democratic...
•Davido Music star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, was the target of the attack on the convoy of Osun State governor, according to the police. It was earlier reported how security escorts of the governor engaged some unidentified men in a gun duel during the governor’s visit to the palace of the Ataoja of […]
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