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Sarkodie claims seniority over Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy in latest track [Listen]

In his latest track from the upcoming mixtape "The Championship," Ghanaian rap icon Sarkodie makes waves as he asserts his seniority over some of...

Sarkodie announces ‘The Championship’ mixtape

Ghanaian rap icon, Sarkodie, is gearing up to release a new mixtape titled 'The Championship' on May 24, 2024.This highly anticipated project will mark...

Nigeria’s powerful ex-minister charged with corruption

A former minister of aviation in Nigeria, Hadi Sirika, has appeared in court on corruption charges, along with his daughter and son-in-law.Mr Sirika was...

Real Warri Pikin reveals she had to refund contractual fees due to ill-health

Nigerian comedian, Real Warri Pikin has revealed that her weight before her gastric sleeve surgery was causing her a myriad of health issues.In an...

I almost regretted sharing videos – Real Warri Pikin on backlash after weight loss surgery

Nigerian comedian and actress, Real Warri Pikin says she has come to terms with celebrities who choose to keep their weight loss surgeries private,...

Tiwa Savage triumphs in the film ‘Water and Garri’

Tiwa Savage has long held a unique position in African music as the leading female artist in the Afrobeats genre.After headlining global tours, collaborating with Beyoncé...

Nigerian man buried alive for 24 hours to set new challenge

A Nigerian man simply identified as Young C caused a stir online on Wednesday, May 8, when he embarked on a challenge to be...

Africa Development Center in Nigeria set to close, Microsoft announces

Microsoft is closing down its Africa Development Centre in the continent's most populous nation, Nigeria, which will lead to job losses, a spokesperson said...

Outcry in Nigeria as government introduces money transfer levy

Many Nigerians have condemned the introduction of a new levy on electronic banking transactions, with some saying it will push them back to using...

Yul Edochie and estrange wife May’s divorce case stalled

The divorce proceedings between actor, Yul Edochie and his estranged wife May have been further delayed.It was earlier reported that the ongoing case at the FCT...

Kanayo O. Kanayo’s first son joins movie industry

Son of popularly Nollywood actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo  has joined the movie industry.The esteemed actor introduced his son, Clinton Onyeze to the crew as...

Tenant elopes with landlord’s daughter; abandons wife and kids

A tenant, Manlafy Danso, who is married with two children, has been accused of eloping with his landlord’s 20-year-old daughter in Gambia.It was gathered...

Official: Nigeria has no plans to host American, French military bases

The Nigerian government said on Monday that it has no plan to host foreign military bases within its borders.Information Minister Mohammed Idris described as “false alarms”...

I regret bleaching my skin – Actress opens up

Nigerian radio personality Toke Makinwa made a candid confession earlier this week when responding to a fan's question on X.When asked what she would...

Top Nigerian actress passes on

Exactly four and a half years after her rumoured death on November 5, 2019, Madam Elizabeth Evoeme, popularly known as Ovularia in the 80s...

Jnr Pope’s family announces new funeral arrangements

The family of the late Nollywood actor, Johnpaul Obumneme Odonwodo, popularly known as Jnr Pope has released an updated poster detailing the burial arrangement.This...

Police Inspector detained for cutting off pregnant wife’s hand

A Nigerian police inspector has been detained for allegedly cutting off his pregnant wife’s hand over N3000, equivalent of GHS 30.The police man committed...

Nigerians excited over Harry and Meghan’s planned visit

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will tour Nigeria next month following an invitation by the country's chief of defence staff, a military official has...

Nigeria’s fuel crisis brings businesses to a halt

Fuel shortages that hit parts of Nigeria last week have escalated, bringing several businesses to a halt, including in commercial hub Lagos.Public transport users...

Wizkid uses Davido’s crying meme to answer a fan; sparks reactions on social media

Nigerian singer, Wizkid is currently up in the trends after he posted a Davido crying video to answer one of his fans on social...

Nigerians excited over Harry and Meghan’s planned visit

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will tour Nigeria next month following an invitation by the country's chief of defense staff, a military official has...

Late actor Junior Pope’s burial date revealed

The family of the late Nollywood actor, John Odonwodo, known as Junior Pope, has shared the schedule for his final rites following his tragic...

I’ll have 11 children and my dead son will return – Yul Edochie

Controversial Nollywood actor cum pastor, Yul Edochie, has stated that his late son, Kambilichukwu will soon “return”.Kambilichukwu tragically passed away last year at the...

118 inmates escape from Nigerian prison after heavy rainfall

118 inmates have escaped from the Medium Security Custodial Centre after a downpour on Wednesday night, April 24, caused extensive damage to the facility.This...

Prestigious school closed over bullying reports

Nigerian authorities have closed a high-end school in the capital, Abuja, over alleged bullying incidents involving some of its students, local media reported.Videos appearing...

GWR: Man begins 150-hour ironing marathon to break record

A Nigerian man named Celestine Onele has embarked on a remarkable journey to break the Guinness World Record for the longest marathon ironing session,...

GWR: Nigerian breaks record for longest interview marathon

Nigerian social media entrepreneur, Clara Chizoba Kronborg has broken the world record for the longest interviewing marathon with a time of 55 hours 24 seconds.The previous...

Ghanaians take for granted what Nigerians pray for – Nigerian comedian shares experience [Video]

Nigerian comedian Parrot Mouth recently shared his perspective on the differences between the attitudes of Ghanaians and Nigerians.According to him, Ghanaians often take for...

Another veteran Nollywood actor passes on

The Nigerian film industry has been plunged into mourning following reports of the passing of veteran actor, Pa Zulu Adigwe.The revered actor reportedly...

Aircraft with 83 passengers onboard skids off Lagos airport runway

One of the aircraft in the fleet of Dana Air is reported to have skidded off the runway of the Murtala Muhammed Airport.The...

Chinese supermarket in Abuja shut for allegedly barring Nigerians

A Chinese-owned supermarket in Nigeria's capital has been shut by the authorities over allegations that it denies entry to African shoppers.The supermarket in Abuja...

Bobrisky appeals against six-month sentence

The controversial cross-dresser, Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, on Monday, filed a notice of appeal challenging the six months maximum sentence given to...

Nollywood: YouTube not going to last as platform in Nigeria – Kanayo O. Kanayo

Veteran Nollywood actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo has expressed concerns regarding the proliferation of Nigerian actors and producers on YouTube.He noted that, the prevalent practice...

3 die another injured while trying to retrieve cellphone from toilet

A 60-year-old Nigerian man, Malam Danjuma, popularly known as “Black”, his son, Ibrahim, 35, and one Aminu Gaye, also 35, died in a pit...

Before undergoing surgery, I couldn’t remember people – Zack Orji

Veteran Nollywood actor, Zack Orji has revealed that before undergoing surgery he had amnesia.Recall that the actor recently underwent two brain surgeries after he...

Nigeria’s telecoms sector threatened by economic challenges – Ikemesit Effiong

Chairman of the Technology Committee of the Nigerian Bar Association Section on Business Law, Ikemesit Effiong, has raised concerns about the sustainability of Nigeria's...

Court orders service of notice for DNA test to Mohbad’s wife

A Chief Magistrate Court in Ikorodu has approved the request to serve the notice of DNA test for the son of late singer Ileriouluwa...

Stonebwoy joins Davido on stage for epic performance at Madison Square Garden [Video]

Davido's Timeless Concert at the iconic Madison Square Garden in the USA reached new heights last night as he surprised fans by bringing BET...

More Nigerian celebrities in trouble for spraying new Naira notes

Several Nigerian celebrities, including Cubana Chief Priest, have found themselves in hot water for allegedly spraying new Naira notes during social events.The Economic...

ECOWAS sends fact-finding mission to Togo ahead of elections

The President of the ECOWAS Commission, Omar Alieu Touray, has approved the deployment of a Fact-Finding Mission to Togo ahead of the legislative and...