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Controversial singer Portable has accused his father of taking his personal belongings and attempting to lay claim to his properties. In a video message, the Zazu crooner alleged that his father’s involvement in his life has caused more harm than good, asserting that he fared better before his father came back into his life.  He further claimed that his father did not support his education or his tailoring apprenticeship, which he said he pursued before venturing into music. The artist alleged that his father has taken his shoes and clothes and is now making moves to claim his properties. “My…

Nigerian music couple Adekunle Gold and Simi have reportedly welcomed a set of twins. This was revealed in a post shared via Adekunle Gold’s Snapchat story. According to him, they had prayed for another child and were blessed with two. He wrote, “Asked God for another child, and He blessed me double.”  This becomes their second time welcoming children, after the birth of their daughter, Adejare, in 2020. Simi had recently stirred pregnancy talk after she appeared with a baby bump in the music video for her song “My Love Is The Same”. In other news, Afrobeats singer Tiwa Savage has issued a strong warning to…

Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner, Phyna, has revealed that she no longer advises anyone to audition for the popular reality TV show. It was reported that she shared that even though the show can bring quick fame, the attention given to housemates usually fades once they leave the house. Phyna, during a livestream on Twitch, said that many fans simply move on to the next set of contestants each season, which makes it hard for ex-housemates to maintain the same level of attention they once had during the show. She also shared that the value people once attached to being…

Fast-rising music producer Funmilayo Grace Adeolu, professionally known as GracieA, is drawing industry recognition for her technical expertise, disciplined production approach and steadily expanding body of work across local and international markets. With more than 30 documented production credits, she has established a reputation built on consistency and advanced technical competence. Industry observers note her strong command of modern Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs), a skill set that firmly places her within the professional tier of contemporary producers operating in an increasingly dynamic sound economy. Her creative journey spans Nigeria and the United Kingdom, a cross-border experience that has enhanced her…

Reality TV star Phyna has expressed her desire to make amends with singer Davido, nearly two years after their online disagreement. The controversy began in October 2023 when Davido liked a social media post describing Phyna’s fans as “useless”. Phyna had publicly questioned Davido’s motives, leading to a heated exchange. Davido claimed he was unaware of Phyna’s identity, further escalating the situation. In a recent Twitch livestream, Phyna stated her willingness to apologise publicly to Davido and rebuild their relationship. Phyna emphasised her desire for clarity, stating she wants Davido to share his perspective before she extends an apology, allowing…

Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage has publicly warned an X (formerly Twitter) influencer identified as Dami Foreign to desist from involving her son, Jamil Balogun, in his online commentary, following a series of posts she described as crossing the line. The warning came after Dami Foreign made a post on Tuesday, referencing the singer’s son. In the post, the influencer wrote: “Omo, Why’s tiwa savage son frowning?” The post triggered a swift reaction from the award-winning singer, who responded directly on the platform, cautioning the influencer against further references to her child. “I dare you to post anything about my child…

Adekunle Gold marked a historic milestone in Nigerian cultural history as the first artist to headline the newly renovated Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts (National Theatre Nigeria), Lagos, delivering a sold-out orchestral concert alongside the MUSON Orchestra and his band, The 79th Element. Selling out within five days of announcement, the concert was both a testament to Adekunle Gold’s cultural stature and a powerful reintroduction of the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts (National Theatre) as a home for ambitious, world-class artistic expression. The evening unfolded as a masterful fusion of heritage and innovation, redefining what is possible for live…

The West African cinema industry recorded a strong performance in 2025, generating a total box office gross of N15.6 billion from theatrical releases across the region. The figure, compiled by FilmOne Entertainment, shows a total of 2.79 million people who went to see movies in cinemas in 2025, with 248 new films shown across 122 cinemas in West Africa. According to the scorecard posted on the film’s official Instagram page on Tuesday, 16 movies crossed the N200 million mark, while 14 Nollywood films earned above N100 million. The average movie ticket price for the year stood at N5,596. n the…

Afrobeats star Wizkid made a surprise appearance at Gunna’s headline show at Detty December Fest on Monday night, delivering one of the standout moments of the festival. The unannounced appearance happened midway through Gunna’s set at Ilubirin, Ikoyi, when the beat switched to their joint track, “Forever Be Mine.” Wizkid then walked onto the stage to loud cheers from the crowd, joining Gunna for a brief live performance of the song. The track, which appears on Gunna’s 2025 album “The Last Wun,” was performed live for only the second time, following its debut at Afro+ Fest in Washington, D.C., in September. Both artists,…

At was an arresting spectacle, the kind that stills the breath before it steals the heart. A living, breathing constellation of music lovers stretched endlessly beneath the lights of the 32,000-capacity Madison Square Garden in Midtown Manhattan. A sea of heads, swaying and shimmering, as though the night itself had learned how to dance. More than 30,000 people—Black, white, Hispanic, French, English, and everything in between—gathered shoulder to shoulder, their differences dissolving into one shared rhythm. Voices rose in unison, singing every lyric at the top of their lungs, surrendering fully to the mellifluous beats pouring from the stage. In…