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Many Nigerian artists poured spit on my face – Shallipopi

Nigerian singer Crown Uzama, professionally known as Shallipopi, has opened up about challenges he faced in the music industry. He revealed that between 2023 and 2024, several Nigerian artists mistreated him while he was trying to establish himself in the mainstream. In a social media post, the ‘Ex-convict’ crooner said many colleagues did not offer […]

‘Nobody good for your eye’ – Tunde Ednut blasts Sowore over remarks on Gov Otti

Popular influencer Tunde Ednut has criticized human rights activist Omoyele Sowore over his recent comments on Governor Alex Otti of Abia State. Sowore had described Otti’s achievements in Aba as “half-transformation” after a recent visit to the state, claiming only partial progress had been made. He said, “I just came back from Aba…some transformed, partly […]

Why I don’t use my husband for content creation – Kiekie

Nigerian actress and content creator Bukunmi Adeaga Ilori has opened up about why she keeps her husband away from her online content. Speaking at a recent event, she explained that she maintains a clear separation between her personal life and her public brand. According to her, her identity as “Kiekie” is focused on comedy, hosting, […]

Iyabo Ojo once entrusted her children in my custody – Baba Ijesha

Nollywood comic actor Baba Ijesha, real name Olanrewaju Omiyinka, has revealed that actress Iyabo Ojo once entrusted her children, Priscilla and Festus, in his care. The actor spoke in his first interview since prison, denying ever being a pedophile and insisting the social media video circulating was set up by comedian Damilola Adekoya, also known […]

Peller Palava: Queen Ewuare Hits Back At Edo Palace Chiefs

A fresh controversy has emerged in the Benin Kingdom following the visit of influencer Habeeb Adelaja, popularly known as Peller, to the royal palace. The situation escalated after Queen Ewuare challenged claims that the visit was not approved. The Benin Traditional Council had earlier suspended the queen and others, accusing them of breaching palace traditions. […]

I cried, Jesus, where are you?’ — Judikay opens up on sixth miscarriage

Nigerian gospel singer Judikay has revealed that she suffered her sixth miscarriage in February 2025, sharing the emotional and physical trauma she experienced. In a heartfelt Instagram video, she described how mild discomfort quickly turned into severe bleeding, signaling the loss of her pregnancy after surpassing three months. “I cried and shouted while the baby […]

Mohbad: Court-authorized UK labs decline paternity test on Liam

Court-authorized laboratories in the United Kingdom have reportedly declined to conduct a paternity test for Liam, the child involved in the ongoing legal case surrounding the late Mohbad. The refusal comes amid procedural and regulatory challenges cited by the labs, which said they could not proceed without further legal clarification. Family members and legal representatives […]

Singer Shanko Rasheed’s wife finally regains custody of their children amid marital crisis

Shanko Rasheed’s estranged wife, Adeyemi Kafayat, has finally regained custody of their two children after a tense family dispute. The development comes weeks after Kafayat publicly accused the singer of taking the children away from her following the tragic death of their first child, Jamal. She had earlier alleged domestic abuse and neglect, claiming these […]

Six politicians I prayed for in 2023 all won their elections – Pete Edochie

Veteran Nollywood actor Pete Edochie has revealed that his prayers helped six Nigerian politicians win in the 2023 general elections. The politicians visited his Enugu residence two years ago, bringing gifts of ram and kolanuts, and sought his blessings before their campaigns. Edochie stated that after praying for them, all six emerged victorious, attributing their […]

Very few Nigerian musicians are kind – Peller

Popular TikToker and streamer Peller has expressed disappointment over the attitude of Nigerian musicians toward local influencers and media. Speaking during a livestream in Enugu, he claimed that most artists prefer collaborating with foreign media over Nigerians, only turning to local personalities when their fame declines. Peller noted, “Nigerian musicians don’t rate local streamers. They […]