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Burna Boy
25 Jul 2023
After several shows across the world, BurnaBoy finally ended his "Love Damini" tour on a high, he announced a few hours ago. While anticipating his "Big 7" hit to be released this Friday BurnaBoy shared the news on his Twitter handle, acknowledging and thanking his fans globally for their support and turning out for him.…
22 Jul 2023
Psycho YP The room roared with the heavy-hitting log drums and bass lines from “Settle Us”, the Odumodu-blvck assisted duet off Psycho YP’s latest solo album, Osapa London. Somewhere around the corner, he sat arms outstretched, revealing a riveting tattoo of the album’s title that was still fresh with wet ink. His eyes remained glued…
21 Jul 2023
Ace musician and producer, Philip Ahaiwe Chukwuka, recounting his humble beginning, has said that his passion for his job as a hustler, made him often trek from Maryland to Jibowu in Lagos, to maximise an opportunity to work for Juju maestro, King Sunny Ade. The multi-talented singer and producer popularly known as Philkeyz, said, then,…
21 Jul 2023
Rapper and entrepreneur Jay-Z has set a new record as the first Black male artist to have 10 multi-platinum albums. The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) recently certified Jay-Z's albums The Black Album and The Blueprint 3 as quadruple platinum and double platinum, respectively. This brings Jay-Z's total number of multi-platinum albums to 10,…
20 Jul 2023
The upcoming single "KPOP" from Travis Scott, The Weeknd, and Bad Bunny has sparked controversy online, with some fans accusing the artists of cultural appropriation.
18 Jul 2023
IF Adekunle Gold were an actor, he’d most definitely be Leonardo DiCaprio. His ability to constantly reinvent himself, without breaking the portrait of his potential across the minds of his listeners, is worthy of applause. This Chameleon-Wolf mentality, which has elevated his stardom over the past seven years, is his blueprint to building a legacy…
17 Jul 2023
Davido's "Unavailable" had been nominated for song of the summer, at the bulletin award ceremony. This was revealed in a tweet by the "Timeless" album creator's news page, "@davido’s “Unavailable” w/@MusaKeyss has been nominated for the ‘SONG OF THE SUMMER’ at the 2023 Bulletin Awards. VOTE: on the bulletin.com/bulletin-award"https://twitter.com/DAVIDO_STATS/status/1680502610627796992?t=6q7-frK8i22gV0lbvSADAw&s=19 Unavailable is one of the songs…
15 Jul 2023
Back In the summer of 2021, Wizkid tweeted, “One day I am going to sit you all down, and explain just how important Bella Shmurda’s voice is in African music.”
13 Jul 2023
In the dynamic realm of Nigerian music, where talent and hard work often intertwine with chance, an artist embodies the notion that luck is when your opportunity meets your preparation. Laycon, born Olamilekan Agbeleshe, personifies this concept through his meteoric rise to fame and the undeniable prowess he brings to the Nigerian music industry. Laycon…
13 Jul 2023
SGaWD, the rising star known for her bold and charismatic presence, is set to make a splash this summer with her highly anticipated single, "Boy Toy." This vivacious track serves as the lead single from her upcoming sophomore project, and it promises to captivate audiences with its lyrical prowess. Produced by the renowned Tochi Bedford…
13 Jul 2023
After releasing last summer’s viral hit track ‘Polongo’, which amassed over five million global streams, Afropop sensation OLAKIRA has been on a brief hiatus while recording his highly anticipated debut album that’s set for release this October. But with fans and audiences clamouring for some new music from the Nigerian star singer, songwriter and producer,…
11 Jul 2023
Moonlight Afriqa, the latest rising star in the Nigerian music scene, has released his recently teased debut EP, 'Tales By Moonlight.' Signed recently to the record label Cosign Music Group, Moonlight Afriqa presents an enchanting collection of mesmerizing soundtracks that seamlessly blend Afro-fusion melodies with captivating storytelling. Taking the music scene by storm, the lead…

Guardian Life

1 day ago
Magistrate Court in Ikorodu, has given an order for the DNA test to declare the paternity of late singer Mohbad's son, Liam. The court, after failed attempts to personally serve Wunmi, Mohbad's wife, with notice of a pending DNA test application, has ordered substituted means of service. The decision comes as the Aloba family, representing…
1 day ago
Grammy-winning singers Ashanti and Nelly have revealed that they are expecting their first child together and have officially gotten engaged. Ashanti and Nelly’s love story spans over two decades. They first crossed paths at a Grammy Awards press conference in 2003. Back then, Ashanti playfully gave Nelly her autograph. This encounter led to them dating.…
1 day ago
Netizens are reacting to Brymo's criticism of Tiwa Savage and Simi's latest collaboration, “These Men are Crazy” The controversial musician took to Tiwa's Instagram page to respond to her post, “Erm, Tiwa I did like to know the thoughts behind “men are crazy” line. “Because it's the one thing boys say in private, about your…
1 day ago
Rapper Kanye West finds himself at the center of controversy after an alleged physical altercation involving a man who reportedly grabbed his wife, Bianca Censori. The incident unfolded during a night out in Los Angeles. According to police sources, Kanye West has been identified as a suspect in a battery case after allegedly punching the…
2 days ago
A Brazilian woman Érika de Souza Vieira wheeled the corpse of her uncle 68-year-old Paulo Roberto Braga into a bank on Tuesday. Vieira wanted her dead uncle to sign off on a 17,000 reais ($3,250) loan to her. But she was arrested shortly after entering the bank. “Uncle, are you listening? You need to sign…

Music

12 Apr
The highly anticipated unveiling ceremony of Fortune Kingsley, a.k.a. GyC ,  to the Bullion Records took place on Friday,  April 12, 2024, at the South East Asia Restaurant, Ikeja, Lagos. The event unfolded with grandeur and excitement, marking a significant milestone in the Nigerian music industry. Esteemed guests, including international music promoter Alhaji Ademola A.J…
6 Apr
MultiChoice Nigeria has unveiled the trio of Omawumi, 9ice and Ric Hassani as judges for the 9th edition of Africa's prestigious music talent show, the Nigerian Idol, and also announced dates for its premiere.
6 Apr
I don't really think that I started my musical career or it had a beginning; because as long as I remember my mom has always pushed for me to be in the choir and attend dance rehearsals and all of that. So it wasn’t like there was a point in my life where I tried music or I decided that I would do music fully.
30 Mar
Wande Coal, Rugar, Magneto, Guchi, Eltee Skhillz, Qing Madi, DJ Picasso, DJ Nana and Hypeman Best have been named as headliners for the maiden edition of the African Independent Television (AIT) Music Plus Festival schedule for Thursday, April 11, 2024, at Good Beach Victoria Island, Lagos.
30 Mar
When it comes to indigenous pop and Hip Hop music in Nigeria, 24-year-old Candybleakz has proven to be a diamond in the rough. Since her fated breakout in 2019 with the viral street anthem, Owo Osu, the Chocolate City maverick

Film

3 days ago
Roy Madu, also known as the Towncrier is a man who loves his crafts so dearly. That is why, he never stops showing his creative side and telling African Stories through the art of filmmaking and making creative sounds. Madu's audacity to challenge norms and present authentic black African narrative in a most relatable manner…
6 Apr
They have been consistent as the ‘eastern stars’. Since they took the decision to venture into acting in 1999, the ever charming and delectable Chidinma and Chidebere Aneke, aka Aneke Twins, have not looked back.
6 Apr
The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) and some non-governmental organisations have agreed to continue their collaboration to reduce the effects of tobacco and other harmful products towards achieving a ‘SmokefreeNollywood’.
31 Mar
RX FRANCE has announced the launch of MIP LONDON, a new industry market and networking event set to to hold from February 24 to 27, 2025, with a pre-opening on Sunday, February, 23. [ad]
30 Mar
Christians all over the world are currently celebrating Easter - a period that signifies the sacrifice of Jesus Christ - death and resurrection. To enjoy this easter period we have curated five evergreen films you should see, now or later after the holidays These films not only depict the closest picture of what happens but…