By JOY ADARA, Abuja- The 2025 BET Awards celebrated the best in music, film, sports recognizing outstanding talent and achievements in the industry. Here is the full list of winners: *FULL LIST OF WINNERS – BET AWARDS 2025**Album of the Year*$ome $exy $ongs 4 U — Drake & Partynextdoor11:11...
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By JOY ADARA, Abuja- Grammy-winning Nigerian music sensation, Tems, is set to headline the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup final halftime show alongside J Balvin and Doja Cat. The highly anticipated performance will take place on July 13 at the MetLife Stadium in the United States. Tems expressed her...
By JOY ADARA, Abuja- The music world is mourning the loss of Gentle Mike Ejeagha, the renowned Igbo highlife legend, who has passed away at the age of 95. The news of his demise was confirmed by his eldest son, who revealed that the music icon succumbed to a...
By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja- Veteran showbiz personality Charles Oputa, popularly known as CharlyBoy, is poised to unveil his highly anticipated memoir, “999”, a candid and unapologetic account of his life’s journey. In a recent Instagram post, CharlyBoy teased the book’s release, describing it as “a battleground” that chronicles his...
Star-studded Nollywood series “The Party” is set to premiere on Netflix May 30, its producer has said. The producer of the acclaimed series, Judith Audu, disclosed this in a post on her Instagram page. The Party is a three-part murder mystery series that tells the story of how everyone...
A Nigerian content creator, Chukwueze Odinaka, aka ‘Mama Uka’, has called on colleagues seeking for gay relationship with him to desist from such act. Odinaka, who specialises in skit making, in a video clip message shared via his Instagram page, threatened to expose some of his colleagues and other...
R&B singer Chris Brown has been freed on bail after he was charged over an alleged bottle attack at a London nightclub two years ago. The Grammy-winning U.S. musician, 36, can continue with his scheduled international tour this year, including in the UK in June and July, as part...
_*…Entry Submissions Portal opens on May 27 It is official. Lagos, Nigeria, one of Africa’s largest and most vibrant cities, has been chosen by the African Union Commission (AUC) and the International Committee of AFRIMA to host the 2025 edition of the prestigious All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), where...
“Seven Doors”, an historical drama series by Femi Adebayo, has triumphed at the 11th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), winning three major awards, solidifying its standout status in Nollywood. Femi Adebayo won Best Lead Actor for his portrayal of Adedunjoye, the king in the series. Chioma Chukwuka also...
Rapper OdumoduBlvck has emerged as the big winner of the ‘Next Rated’ category at the 17th edition of the prestigious Headies Award. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the 17th Headies Award ceremony, with the theme “Back to Base”, took place on Sunday at the Landmark Event...
The wedding of Priscilla Ojo, daughter to veteran actress, Iyabo Ojo, who tied the knot with Tanzanian star singer, Juma Jux, has remained a trending topic on social media, with many people eager to stay updated on the latest developments. The wedding, dubbed “JP 2025″, trended on all social...
Nigerian actor and filmmaker, Jim Iyke, has expressed disappointment over the removal of the thriller drama movie titled, “Light in the Dark” from YouTube. The renowned actor, who took to his social media platforms in a video clip to announce the film’s removal from YouTube, said it was due...
By PRECIOUS NZEAKOR – Sydney 1888: A baby is found in a toilet, abandoned perhaps. Investigations lead back to Kate De Lawarie alias Mrs Kingsley. It is later discovered that she is a “baby farmer.” Her mode of operation? She lures desperate unemployed and new single mothers seeking a...
Nigerian music superstar, Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, has made history as the first African artiste to feature on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Rolling Stone is an American monthly magazine that focuses on music, politics, and popular culture....
Nollywood Actors Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD), Toyin Abraham and popular Nigerian record producer, Michael Ajereh, known as Don jazzy, were among those who received the 2025 Silverbird Awards for their contributions to the entertainment industry. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the they were honoured alongside other Nigerians...
The entertainment scene has been filled with a lot of controversies and backlash with fans and online users weighing in on the various dramas that have unfolded. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Nigerian celebrities, including Asake, Peller and Davido, have been making headlines and sparking controversy...
By OLA MODUPE, Lagos – Spotify, an online music streaming platform, has said Nigerian artistes have generated more than N58 billion on its platform, in 2024. Spotify’s Sub-Saharan Africa Managing Director, Jocelyne Muhutu-Remy, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, in Lagos. Muhutu-Remy said this figure headlined Spotify’s 2024...
The capture of Nigerian Afrobeat sensation, Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, on the cover of Dazed Magazine for the second time has attracted global attention. In this new edition, the renowned singer delved into his creativity, highlighting the ancestral influences that have shaped his sound and artistry. The...
Nigerian music stars Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, Mercy Chinwo, Ayra Starr and D’banj have emerged best winners at the 2025 Trace Awards. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the 2025 Trace Awards held on Wednesday night at the Mora Resort in Zanzibar, Tanzania. Rema clinched...