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“I’ll Grow Bigger In Nigeria, London Will Miss Me” – UK-Based Pastor Tobi Adegboyega
Tobi Adegboyega, the founder of Salvation Proclaimers Anointed Church (SPAC Nation) and a Nigerian pastor living in the UK, has asserted that his influence in Nigeria will surpass that of the UK. This statement comes after the UK immigration upper tribunal approved the deportation of Pastor Adegboyega following an alleged £1.87 million fraud charge. Despite the ruling, Adegboyega has vehemently rejected the fraud...
Burna Boy Previews New Single ‘Bundle By Bundle’, Dropping December 17
Award-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy has sparked excitement among fans with a teaser for his upcoming single, Bundle By Bundle. In a recent social media post, the Higher hitmaker shared a video snippet featuring lyrics from the track: “When I come to class, I am the teacher. Chop life, make e no chop you, my nigga/I be a million dollars when...
Billboard Awards: Tyla Triumphs Over Burna Boy, Asake, Others, Claims Best Afrobeats Song, Artist
The 2024 Billboard Music Awards saw South African singer Tyla defeat Nigerian heavyweights Burna Boy, Rema, Tems, and Asake to win the title of Top Afrobeats Artist. The awards ceremony, broadcast on Thursday night, saw Tyla make history with double wins. She also claimed the Top Afrobeats Song title for her global hit, Water. Tyla, born in Johannesburg, was nominated in...
If You Pirate My New Movie, You’ll Be Arrested — Funke Akindele
Famous Nollywood producer and actress Funke Akindele has warned against pirating her next movie, Everybody Loves Jenifa. The filmmaker issued the warning in a video posted on her Instagram page on Wednesday. The 47-year-old actress urged her fans not to record her movie while watching it in cinemas, stressing that piracy is a serious offence that harms the livelihoods of filmmakers...
I No Longer Manage Emmanuella, Success, Says Mark Angel
Well-known comedian Mark Angel has declared that he'll no longer be overseeing the careers of teen comedians Success and Emmanuella. Mark Angel’s decision followed a recent controversy involving former crew member Denilson Igwe, who accused Mark Angel of financial exploitation. However, he clarified that his decision was unrelated to the allegations, citing his increasingly busy schedule as the primary reason. Speaking during...
Only Good Leadership Lacking In Nigeria — Davido
Nigerian afrobeats star Davido has highlighted the need for visionary leadership to drive Nigeria forward as a nation. The globally acclaimed artiste shared his perspective during an interview with Elevate Africa, published on YouTube on Thursday. “We can’t go forward without…we need the best leaders now first, that’s the most important thing,” Davido emphasized, underscoring the critical role of competent governance...
CEO Of Ibari Ogwa Village Owerri, Chukwudi Ofoha Reportedly Dead
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Ibari Ogwa Village, Chukwudi Ofoha, has reportedly passed away, leaving the community in shock and mourning. Known for his contributions to the hospitality and entertainment industry, Ofoha’s impact through the iconic Ibari Ogwa Village remains significant. His friend, ally, and popular Nigerian musician, Achara Man, reportedly revealed the news on his official Facebook page, which...
Netflix Responds To Rumors Of Leaving Nigeria
Following reports of its departure that surfaced online, streaming service Netflix has refuted claims that it plans to leave Nigeria. The rumour, which sent shockwaves in the Nigerian entertainment industry, gained traction following a viral statement by famous Nollywood director, Kunle Afolayan. In a widely circulated video, Afolayan said that Netflix purportedly cancelled numerous commissioned projects, prompting questions about the company’s...
Blaqbonez Faces Backlash For Claiming He’s Bigger Than Asake
Nigerian rapper Emeka Akumefule, better known as Blaqbonez, has sparked controversy by claiming he is 50 times bigger than Grammy-nominated artist Asake. The debate was reignited after a 2019 tweet from Asake resurfaced, in which the rising artist had requested a follow-back from Blaqbonez when he was still an up-and-coming rapper. The discussion gained momentum when a user on X (formerly...
Timaya Reveals Why Burna Boy Ordered Waje, Omawumi Out Of The Studio
Celebrity Timaya has revealed a startling tale about Grammy-winning singer Burna Boy's unafraid demeanor. In a recent interview with Naija FM, Lagos, Timaya recalled an incident that took place years ago in a studio. During the session, he said Burna Boy confidently stated that he would eventually be paid to board a private jet. However, his colleagues Omawumi and Waje expressed doubt over his...
