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Banky W and Adesua Etomi-Wellington Announce Exciting News: Baby Number Two on the Way!

The Nigerian entertainment scene is buzzing with joy as one of its most beloved couples, Banky W and Adesua Etomi-Wellington, announced they are expecting their second child. The news was shared with fans via Adesua’s Instagram post on October 10, 2024. In her post, the actress posted radiant photos from a maternity shoot, glowing in a vibrant orange dress, where she proudly flaunted her baby bump. Her post was accompanied […]

todayOctober 15, 2024 15 1

Afrobeats

Oxlade credits Wande Coal as inspiration behind music career

Also, Oxlade shared the story of how he collaborated with Wande Coal on his song, Asunasa - Hold Your Waist. He recounted how, after recording the song in Ghana, he felt something was missing, and a conversation with Wande Coal led to the legendary singer's feature on the track. "That's the fastest song I made on the album. I made it in Ghana, and when I was thinking of the song I felt like […]

todaySeptember 27, 2024 13

Afrobeats

You took an award that didn’t represent your sound – Do2dtun slams Tyla over VMA acceptance speech

On September 12, 2024, the OAP called Tyla out on Instagram for her comment highlighting the diversity of African music beyond Afrobeats, during her acceptance speech for the award. He wrote, "Aunty @tyla aka am not Afrobeats, I am Amapiano. We have heard you but your song “Water” isn’t amapiano either. If you thought you were categorized in a wrong category, you should have given the award back or denounced the nomination. You clearly took an […]

todaySeptember 12, 2024 13

Afrobeats

Tyla says she represents Amapiano after winning Afrobeats category at 2024 VMAs

After accepting the Best Afrobeats Award at the 2024 VMAs for her hit single 'Water', Tyla expressed her gratitude for winning the category while also pointedly deciding to offer the organisers a crash course on muddling up all music from Africa as Afrobeats. "I know there's a tendency to group all African artists as Afrobeats. Even though Afrobeats has run things and opened doors for us, African music is so diverse," Tyla said. "I come […]

todaySeptember 12, 2024 11

Afrobeats

Mohbad’s widow, Wunmi pens touching tribute on 1st anniversary of his death

On September 12, 2024, Wunmi took to Instagram, reflecting on their shared life and the pain of his absence for her and their one-year-old son Liam. She wrote in part, "Ilerioluwa mi, husband of my youth, my best friend! It’s been a year today—a year since you left me and our Liam in this cold world. It’s been so hard. I miss you so much. Liam misses you too. I wish you were here […]

todaySeptember 12, 2024 8

Afrobeats

Davido And Lojay make Billboard’s 2024 Honour Roll for chart-topping songs

Honour Roll is released by Billboard to celebrate R&B and Hip Hop charts chart-topping records across the globe. The singers recorded songs which made their way to the Billboard Honour Roll from August 1, 2023 – July 31, 2024. Davido and Lojay made the list following their contributions to American R&B star, Chris Brown’s ‘Sensational’ which reached NO. 1 on the Adult R&B Airplay Chart. Chris Brown was tapped by […]

todaySeptember 10, 2024 12

Afrobeats

DJ Neptune denies defrauding Laycon

Laycon recently called out DJ Neptune over unpaid royalties for their collaboration ‘Nobody Icons’ Remix’. The reality star had claimed that he was yet to receive a dime from the song which was released four years ago. Reacting during his appearance on the recent episode of the ‘Zero Conditions’ podcast, DJ Neptune insisted that he didn’t defraud the singer. DJ Neptune said: “Laycon is my brother regardless. Let me just […]

todaySeptember 10, 2024 10

Afrobeats

Zlatan acquires Lamborghini worth N612 million

According to a report by Instagram blogger and associate, Tunde Ednut, the Zanku label boss's new ride cost a whopping $380,000, equivalent to N612,940,000. Tunde shared photos of the sleek vehicle, congratulating Zlatan Ibile on his well-deserved purchase. The blogger praised Zlatan Ibile's hard work and success. He said, "You try. You deserve it big time. E no easy Ooo! For this economy? You shall continue to shine and progress in Jesus name/ […]

todaySeptember 3, 2024 13

Afrobeats

Rema’s electrifying homecoming concert thrills fans in Benin City Nigeria

The event, his first show in Nigeria, drew thousands of fans and brought the city to a standstill. Rema, who had earlier received the blessings of the Oba of Benin, delivered an electrifying performance, dazzling the audience with his hit songs. Meanwhile, the highlight of the night included a surprise appearance by Mavin Record Label's boss, Don Jazzy, who joined Rema on stage alongside Crayon and Shallipopi. Additionally, in a heartwarming moment, Rema gifted two lucky fans […]

todaySeptember 3, 2024 17

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