Isreal Afeare, an aide to singer Davido, has fired back at Kassy Chukwu, an aide to Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo, over his ‘ban’ targeting the singer. In a newly surfaced video, Chukwu declared that Davido has been banned from performing in Edo State due to alleged repeated insults directed at the governor.…
Music executive Dapper Damm has denied allegations that he sold the music catalogues of artists signed to his label. In a statement addressing the controversy surrounding the label, Dapper insisted that none of the artists’ catalogues had been sold to a distributor, third party or any other entity. He also clarified the revenue figures being…
Veteran Nollywood actor Jide Kosoko has explained why efforts to take ailing actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, to various locations for spiritual treatment have not been possible. In a statement, Kosoko thanked fans, colleagues and well-wishers for their prayers, financial assistance and offers to provide both medical and spiritual support for the…
Beninese music icon Angélique Kidjo has been honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in recognition of her outstanding global influence and decades-long contribution to African music. Kidjo received the prestigious honour in the Recording category, making her the first African musician and the first Black African to receive a star on…
Veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, is reportedly battling stage-four cancer. The development came to light after his daughter, Kira Taiwo, made an emotional appeal on social media seeking medical advice and possible treatment options for her father. According to Kira, doctors have said they can no longer administer chemotherapy due to…
Nigerian singer Omah Lay has opened up about his struggle to quit smoking, admitting that despite several attempts, he has been unable to stop. Speaking during a recent conversation, the singer said he enjoys smoking but has repeatedly tried to give it up. “I can’t even lie, I love smoking a lot, but I want,…
Beauty entrepreneur Adeola Diiadem has responded after Ehi shared excerpts of their private conversation online amid their ongoing public feud. In a video, Diiadem expressed frustration over being insulted over a past request to use Ehi’s showroom for a photoshoot. She explained that, as an upcoming influencer, she believed seeking help and building relationships were…
Veteran Nigerian filmmaker Ola Balogun has revealed that he wants his organs donated and his body handed over to medical institutions for research and the training of future doctors after his death. The 81-year-old made the declaration in a public version of his last will and testament while receiving treatment at the Josek Medical…
Grammy-winning music producer and engineer David Rivkin, popularly known as David Z, has died at the age of 78. According to reports, the veteran producer passed away on August 2 at a hospital in Burbank, California, after suffering complications from an infection. David Z was a pioneering figure behind the iconic Minneapolis Sound and played…
Nollywood actor Timini Egbuson has admitted that he once borrowed money to sustain a luxurious lifestyle, saying he eventually realised that genuine happiness is more valuable than keeping up appearances. Speaking on a recent episode of the MENtality Podcast, the actor revealed that he previously spent heavily on designer items and expensive perfumes, but later…
