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  • Tems added to AFROPUNK Brazil 2025 lineup in Salvador, Bahia

    Tems added to AFROPUNK Brazil 2025 lineup in Salvador, Bahia

    Nigerian Superstar Tems Set to Shine at AFROPUNK Brazil 2025 in Salvador Global Afrobeats sensation Tems has been confirmed as one of the headliners for AFROPUNK Brazil 2025, marking another major milestone in her rapidly expanding international career. The festival, one of the most anticipated cultural events of the year, will take place November 8–9…

  • Terry G says he paved the way for artists to freely smoke on screen

    Terry G says he paved the way for artists to freely smoke on screen

    Terry G Sparks Debate After Claiming He Normalized On-Screen Cannabis Use Among Artists Nigerian singer Terry G has ignited a social media storm by asserting that he was the trailblazer who made it acceptable for artists to openly smoke cannabis on screen.  The controversial singer, born Gabriel Oche Amanyi, took to his X (formerly Twitter)…

  • Odumodublvck claps back at Blaqbonez, saying, ‘You’re not the top rapper’

    Odumodublvck claps back at Blaqbonez, saying, ‘You’re not the top rapper’

    Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck (real name Tochukwu Ojogwu) has publicly called out fellow artist Blaqbonez, challenging his self-proclaimed status as Nigeria’s best rapper. The feud between the two musicians escalated after Blaqbonez took a subtle shot at Odumodublvck in his recent track Who’s Really Rapping, a collaboration with A-Q. The diss quickly ignited a war of…

  • Zinoleesky says fatherhood changed his life and priorities

    Zinoleesky says fatherhood changed his life and priorities

    Zinoleesky Reveals How Fatherhood Changed His Life Nigerian singer Zinoleesky (real name Oniyinde Azeez) recently shared how becoming a father has transformed his life.  During an interview on Adesope Live, the Kiilofeshe crooner opened up about the profound impact of fatherhood since welcoming his two children—daughter Zendaya (born December 2023) and son Zafar (born April…

  • Odumodublvck has confirmed that Rema gave him ₦40 million to support his music video production

    Odumodublvck has confirmed that Rema gave him ₦40 million to support his music video production

    Odumodublvck Reveals Rema Gifted Him ₦40M for Music Video Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck has confirmed that Mavin Records star Rema gave him ₦40 million to support the production of his Pity This Boy music video.  The revelation came from a resurfaced interview where Odumodublvck shared how he ignored advice not to release his song the same…

  • Portable Criticizes Bella Shmurda for Podcast Remarks

    Portable Criticizes Bella Shmurda for Podcast Remarks

    Portable Claps Back at Bella Shmurda Over Podcast Collaboration Snub Controversial Nigerian street-hop artist Portable, real name Habeeb Olalomi Badmus, has responded aggressively to comments made by singer Bella Shmurda (Akinbiyi Abiola Ahmed) during a recent podcast appearance.  During an interview on skit maker Isbae U’s Curiosity Made Me Ask podcast, Bella Shmurda was asked…

  • For the first time, Ayra Starr and Tems are set to perform at Wembley Stadium

    For the first time, Ayra Starr and Tems are set to perform at Wembley Stadium

    Ayra Starr and Tems Set to Make History as First Nigerian Female Artists to Perform at Wembley Stadium Ayra Starr and Tems have been announced as special guest performers for Coldplay’s 2025 Music of the Spheres world tour, joining the band during their UK leg at Wembley Stadium and Crown Park. This milestone performance will…

  • Olamide’s Billionaires Club climbs rapidly on Nigeria’s Apple Music chart

    Olamide’s Billionaires Club climbs rapidly on Nigeria’s Apple Music chart

    Olamide’s Billionaires Club ft. Wizkid & Darkoo Hits No. 2 on Nigeria’s Apple Music Chart  The star-studded single continues to gain momentum, blending Olamide’s street-hop style with Wizkid’s smooth vocals and Darkoo’s dynamic flow. Since its release, the track has enjoyed strong streams and widespread acclaim, solidifying Olamide’s dominance in Nigeria’s music scene. With its…

  • Burna Boy reveals the cover artwork for his forthcoming album, No Sign of Weakness

    Burna Boy reveals the cover artwork for his forthcoming album, No Sign of Weakness

    Burna Boy Reveals Bold Cover Art for Upcoming Album *No Sign of Weakness Fans are buzzing with excitement as Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Burna Boy unveils the striking cover art for his highly anticipated album, No Sign of Weakness, marking the start of a new creative chapter in his groundbreaking career.  Shared across his official social…

  • BNXN and FOLA’s track “Very Soon” has made its debut on the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Chart

    BNXN and FOLA’s track “Very Soon” has made its debut on the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Chart

    Nigerian artists BNXN and FOLA make waves as their collaboration “Very Soon” debuts at No. 9 on the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs Chart. The soulful track blends BNXN’s emotive vocals with FOLA’s introspective lyrics, delivering a message of hope and resilience that resonates globally.  While BNXN is a chart veteran, this marks FOLA’s first Billboard…