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Actress, Denise Richards must pay ex-husband Aaron Phypers $5K monthly support

Denise Richards has been ordered to pay her estranged husband, Aaron Phypers, $5,000 per month in temporary spousal support. A judge issued the ruling as their divorce case continues in court. According to reports, the monthly payments will begin on March 5 and must be made on the fifth of each month until further notice. […]

“She must make at least $60k a year” — Rapper DDG shares dating requirement

DDG has sparked conversation online after sharing one of his dating standards. The rapper said a woman he dates must earn at least $60,000 per year, explaining that financial stability is important to him in a relationship. According to DDG, he values independence and believes both partners should be able to contribute financially. He suggested […]

Another one of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt’s kids drop father’s surname

Another child of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt has reportedly dropped “Pitt” from their surname. Their eldest son, Maddox Jolie, was credited as “Maddox Jolie” in the new movie Couture, where he worked as an assistant director alongside his mother. The film premiered in France, and viewers noticed the change in the end credits. Previously, […]

Fuji Singer Shanko Rasheed loses first son

Nigerian Fuji artiste Shanko Rasheed has announced the death of his first son, Jamaldeen Atanda. The singer shared the sad news on Instagram, describing the loss as a painful experience no parent ever wishes to face. In his emotional message, Shanko prayed for his son’s peaceful rest and expressed hope of seeing him again. He […]

Burna Boy’s associate, Rahman Jago confirms singer converted to Islam

Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy has reportedly converted to Islam, according to his associate, Rahman Jago. The singer, who was raised Christian, hinted at embracing Islam during a recent podcast. A video shared by Jago on X shows Burna Boy praising Allah alongside friends, captioned “Allahu Akbar,” fueling speculation about his religious shift. Former presidential […]

How bad economy is affecting streaming revenues in Nigeria – Sarz

Nigerian music producer, Sarz, has highlighted why streaming revenues in Nigeria are far lower than in Western countries. He explained that one million streams on Spotify in the U.S. earn $3,000–$5,000, while the same streams in Nigeria earn only $300–$500, despite similar marketing costs. Sarz attributed the disparity to economic factors, noting that many Nigerians […]

Russia probes Telegram founder, Pavel Durov for ‘aiding terrorism’

Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, revealed that Russian authorities are investigating him for “aiding terrorism,” amid Moscow’s ongoing attempts to restrict the popular messaging app. The move comes as Russia promotes its state-backed alternative, Max, which critics say compromises privacy. Durov, who holds Russian and French citizenship and lives abroad, claimed the charges are fabricated […]

They booed, threw bottles at me – Tems recounts initial rejection in music industry

R&B star Tems, born Temilade Openiyi, revealed that she faced harsh rejection early in her career, including being booed and having plastic bottles thrown at her during a school performance. She recalled expecting applause but instead endured public humiliation. In an interview with Big Boy TV, Tems explained that despite such setbacks, she remained committed […]

Nollywood actor, Ray Amodi quits acting for music

Nollywood actor Ray Amodi has announced his decision to leave acting to focus fully on his music career. The actor cited a lifelong passion for music as the main reason for the career shift. Amodi revealed plans to release new singles and perform live, aiming to establish himself in Nigeria’s vibrant music industry. He expressed […]