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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 30

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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 29

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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 26

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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 31

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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 45

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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 39

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Lagbaja didn’t allow me see his face during our recording session – Fireboy

In an interview with Apple Music Africa Now, Fireboy talks about his new album and the experience of collaborating with Lagbaja and Seun Kuti. According to the award-winning star, he couldn't see Lagbaja's face as he wore his famous mask all through the recording session of their collaboration 'Back & Forth'. Fireboy also shared he wanted to collaborate with legends in Nigerian music to add a touch of nostalgia and depth to the album. "That’s […]

todayAugust 29, 2024 34

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I just had a failed kidney transplant, says TG Omori

Omori revealed this on Wednesday, shortly after disclosing that he was going through hell and that Nigerians should pray for him. He wrote, “One year after my kidney crashed, I just had a failed transplant at St Nicolas Hospital Lagos. Pray for me.” The cinematographer also noted that he had gone into the theatre three times already and that he was not just destined to die today. Omori recounted his […]

todayAugust 29, 2024 27

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Flavour headlines sold-out concert at the OVO Wembley Arena

In another landmark stride, Flavour sold out the OVO Wembley Arena on August 24, 2024, in a sold-out concert where he thrilled fans with songs from his catalogue. Flavour who released his eighth project 'African Royalty' in December 2023 performed songs from the album including the hits 'Game Changer' and 'Levels'. Also present at the concert were Nigerian music stars Phyno, Falz, and Iyanya who all made guest performances. Other personalities include socialite and businessman Cubana Chief Priest, Co-founder of The […]

todayAugust 26, 2024 19

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