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Blaqbonez Drags Odumodublvck to Court Over ₦2 Billion Defamation Suit
The Blaqbonez–Odumodublvck beef just got real. Blaqbonez has officially sued his fellow rapper for defamation, harassment, threats to life, and assault, demanding ₦2 billion in general damages, plus ₦500 million in aggravated damages and ₦50 million in legal costs. According to a legal memorandum dated July 7, 2026, from Punuka Attorneys & Solicitors, Odumodublvck allegedly…
Fola x Ayra Starr – Treat U Right
FOLA and Ayra Starr Strike Gold With Soulful New Single “treat u right” Nigerian fast-rising star FOLA has teamed up with Afrobeats powerhouse Ayra Starr for their highly anticipated collaboration, “treat u right,” and and it’s already making waves. The mellow Afropop record blends smooth melodies with heartfelt lyrics about love, commitment and treating a…
Wizkid Shuts Down Afro Nation Portugal 2026 With Electrifying Headline Performance
When the lights dimmed on the final night of Afro Nation Portugal 2026, there was only one man capable of bringing one of the world’s biggest Afrobeats festivals to a fitting close—Wizkid. The Starboy delivered a headline performance that reminded everyone why he remains one of Africa’s biggest musical exports. Performing before tens of thousands…
Wizkid Bags 6 Nominations at 2026 EAEA Awards 🦅🏆
Big flex for the Starboy camp! Wizkid has landed six nominations at the 2026 EAEA Awards, cementing another strong year for the Afrobeats icon. The nods add to a run that’s already seen him rack up recognition across MOBO, Grammy, and BET stages this year. No word yet on which categories he’s up for, but…
🚨 BREAKING: Mavo Pulls Out of Afro Nation Portugal
Mavo will no longer be gracing the Afro Nation Portugal stage this year. Visa issues have forced a last-minute withdrawal. 🇵🇹❌News was shared by Afronation on Instagram: “We are truly disappointed.”With the festival running July 3–5 in Portimão alongside heavyweights like Burna Boy, Wizkid, Tyla, and Asake, Mavo’s absence is a blow — but a…
WIZKID CLOSES AFRO NATION PORTUGAL TONIGHT 🇵🇹🏟️
Starboy takes the Lit Stage tonight as Wizkid headlines the closing night of Afro Nation Portugal 2026, wrapping up the sixth edition of the world’s biggest Afrobeats festival on Praia da Rocha beach in Portimão. Joining him on the bill: Kehlani, Niska, R2Bees, Theodora, Mavo and more. A stacked send-off after Burna Boy opened the…
Reekado Banks Is Back — “Worthy Challenger” EP Has Landed 🔥
Reekado Banks just dropped his new project, Worthy Challenger, via Ziiki Media and it’s a statement. The details This is Reekado reminding everyone he’s still a worthy challenger for the throne. 🎧 Stream it now.
Burna Boy Opens Afro Nation Portugal 2026 Tonight
The Algarve is about to shake. Burna Boy headlines Day 1 of Afro Nation Portugal tonight at Praia da Rocha, Portimão, kicking off the sixth edition of the world’s biggest Afrobeats festival. He shares the opening night with Tyla, plus a stacked LIT Stage bill featuring Gunna, Ludmilla, Darkoo, Bien, Mariah the Scientist, Olamide, Wande…
Jorja Smith & Wizkid Just Linked Up — And “Alive” Is Everything
UK soul royalty meets Afrobeats royalty. Jorja Smith has dropped “Alive” featuring Wizkid, and the chemistry is instant, her silky vocals gliding over a groove built for Wizkid’s signature smoothness. It’s the crossover fans have quietly been begging for: London meets Lagos, R&B meets Afrobeats, no wasted motion. Big Wiz brings that effortless melodic swagger,…
🔥 NEW DROP: Abefe Unleashes “Achalugo” And It’s Everything
Abefe just dropped “Achalugo,” and Afrobeats fans, this one’s a vibe you didn’t know you needed. 🎶The track shows off Abefe’s smooth vocals and captivating Afro-inspired sound, driven by infectious rhythms and heartfelt lyricism. It’s polished, it’s got that unmistakable melody that sticks, the kind of record you replay before the hook even ends.“Achalugo” pulls off…
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