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Asake to Headline Flytime Fest 2025 in Lagos This Christmas Eve Lagos is gearing up for a festive December highlight as Afrobeats superstar Asake takes center stage at Flytime Fest 2025. The chart-topping artist is set to headline the festival on Wednesday, December 24, at the Eko Convention Center, Victoria Island. The announcement confirmed through official festival promotional material positions Asake as one of the biggest names headlining this year’s “Detty December” even

Burna Boy’s Complete Grammy Journey: Every Nominated Album and Song (2020–2026) From African Giant to No Sign of Weakness, Burna Boy’s journey at the Grammy Awards has been nothing short of historic. Between 2020 and 2026, the Nigerian superstar born Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu has earned over 10 nominations and a landmark win, achieving one of the most impressive Grammy records ever by an African artist. But Burna Boy’s Grammy story isn’t just about trophies. It’s about how Afrob

Two Suspects Extradited in Connection with AKA’s Murder, South African Police Confirm South African police have confirmed the arrest and extradition of two key suspects  in connection with the 2023 murder of rapper Kiernan “AKA” Forbes  and his close friend Tebello “Tibz” Motsoane . In an official report, authorities identified brothers Siyabonga and Malusi Ndimande  as the alleged masterminds behind the attack that took place on Durban’s Florida Road  in February 2023 . The

Tense Moment at Davido’s ‘5ive’ Tour in Ibadan as Zlatan Faces Confrontation Backstage What began as a night of high-energy performances at Davido’s “Nigeria 5ive” album tour  on Sunday, November 9, 2025 , in Ibadan  took an unexpected turn for rapper Zlatan Ibile . The event, held at the 25,000-capacity Obafemi Awolowo Stadium , drew massive crowds eager to see top acts including Davido , Mayorkun , Dremo , and B-Red . However, following Zlatan’s performance, tension briefly

Simi’s “Duduke” Earns Gold Certification in New Zealand, Marking a Global Milestone Nigerian singer-songwriter Simi  has achieved a remarkable international feat as her 2020 hit single “Duduke”  has been officially certified Gold  in New Zealand  her first-ever foreign certification. The certification, awarded by Recorded Music NZ , recognizes sales and streaming equivalents surpassing 15,000 units , underscoring the song’s continued resonance with global audiences five years

Inside the Explosive Regina Daniels–Ned Nwoko Scandal: A Marriage in Crisis and Six Shocking Allegations The highly publicised marriage between Nollywood actress Regina Daniels  and billionaire politician Senator Ned Nwoko  has once again erupted into public drama this time more intensely than ever. After weeks of swirling rumours of marital tension, the controversy reached a disturbing climax on Sunday, November 9 , when both parties took to social media to air deeply person

Tems Sparks Viral Moment at AFROPUNK Brasil 2025 and the Internet Can’t Stop Talking About It Tems has done it again. The Afrobeats star isn’t just breaking records she’s breaking the internet. During her first-ever South American performance at AFROPUNK Brasil 2025  in Salvador on November 9, the Nigerian singer delivered a show that was equal parts breathtaking and headline-making. With flawless vocals, cinematic visuals, and her signature stage presence, Tems captivated th

Pastor Adeboye Warns Tinubu: “China and Russia Won’t Defend Nigeria If the U.S. Attacks” By [Your Publication Name] | November 9, 2025 Pastor Enoch Adeboye , General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) , has cautioned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu  to take seriously the recent threat of a United States military intervention  in Nigeria. Speaking during the November edition of the Holy Ghost Night  at the Redemption Camp on Friday, November 7, 2025, Adeboye w

Portable Set to Return to School This Time for the Business of Music Street-hop sensation Habeeb Okikiola , popularly known as Portable , is taking a new step in his career one that goes beyond the microphone. The Zazu  crooner has revealed plans to return to school, with the goal of gaining deeper insight into the business side of music . Although he already holds an Ordinary National Diploma (OND)  from Kwara State Polytechnic , Portable says this new academic pursuit is ab

President Claudia Sheinbaum Assaulted in Mexico City: A National Reckoning on Gender Violence Mexico is in shock after President Claudia Sheinbaum  was assaulted during a public walk in Mexico City an incident that has reignited debate about gender-based violence and the urgent need for legal reform. The Assault On November 4, 2025 , President Sheinbaum was greeting supporters near the National Palace  when a man, later identified as Uriel Rivera , approached and groped her.

AFRIFF 2025: When Fashion Meets Film Latasha Ngwube, Folake Folarin-Coker, Ugo Mozie, Qing Madi, and Jennifer Oseh Redefine Nollywood Style At this year’s Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) , the panel on Fashion × Film × Afrobeats hosted by Latasha Ngwube became much more than a technical discussion. It turned into a manifesto. Gathering powerhouse voices Folake Folarin-Coker  (founder of Tiffany Amber), Ugo Mozie  (LA-based creative director), Jennifer Oseh  (sty

UNILAG Partners with University of Birmingham to Bring British-Quality Education to Lagos The University of Lagos (UNILAG)  is taking a bold step toward transforming Nigeria’s higher education landscape through a new partnership with the University of Birmingham , further deepening Nigeria–UK educational ties and bringing British-quality learning directly to Lagos. This milestone comes shortly after UNILAG’s impressive performance in the 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) glob

Odumodublvck Faces New Legal Trouble Over Alleged Online Intimidation Afrobeats rapper Odumodublvck  is once again in the spotlight this time, not for his music but for a deepening legal crisis that seems to echo one of his own lyrics. In his hit track “Industry Machine,”  he famously rapped, “They been dey find me for court all along…”  Now, that lyric has taken on a life of its own. According to The Cable Lifestyle , the Abuja-based artist, whose real name is Tochukwu Ojogw

Odumodublvck Breaks Silence on Feud with Blaqbonez, Says It’s “Beyond Music” Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck  has finally addressed his much-discussed fallout with fellow rapper Blaqbonez , revealing that the dispute stems from a deeply personal issue rather than a musical rivalry. In a detailed statement shared on X (formerly Twitter)  on Monday, November 3, 2025 , the Declan Rice  crooner explained that his actions were motivated by loyalty and protection, not competition. The

Here’s a refined blog article version of your text structured for readability, rhythm, and journalistic flow while keeping your original energy intact: “Fela Is the Only One Greater Than Me”: Burna Boy’s Bold Declaration and the Internet’s Reaction In a moment that felt like both a confession and a coronation, Burna Boy bowed to Fela Kuti while simultaneously lifting himself above his peers. The internet nearly stopped breathing when the African Giant, seated casually on Twit

Globacom Hosts Inspiring SheGlows Summit 2025: Empowering Women Through Wellness and Growth Female employees of telecommunications giant Globacom  gathered in Lagos on Friday evening for the SheGlows Summit 2025 , an uplifting event dedicated to women’s wellness, growth, and relevance in today’s evolving workplace. Held at the Alliance Française, Mike Adenuga Centre , the summit themed “Wellness for Growth”  was filled with laughter, inspiration, and heartfelt connection as p

NFCC Condemns Violence on Nollywood Set, Calls for Industry-Wide Accountability The Nigeria Film Crew Community (NFCC) has taken a powerful stand against bullying and abuse within Nollywood’s production ecosystem, issuing a bold statement that has reignited conversations around respect, professionalism, and safety on film sets. The outcry follows a disturbing incident that reportedly occurred on October 28, 2025, during the filming of Lagos to Opulence , a production by Caddi

NLNG Launches The Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts, Championing the Next Generation of Nigerian Storytellers The Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas Limited (NLNG)  has officially launched The Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts , a groundbreaking initiative that reinforces the company’s long-standing commitment to excellence, innovation, and nation-building through storytelling. The announcement was made at a press conference in Lagos on October 31, 2025 , marking a significant evoluti

Don Jazzy Reveals the Secret Behind Mavin Records’ Talent Discovery: “It’s About the Vessel, Not Just the Music” Mavin Records founder and Afrobeats legend Don Jazzy  has opened up about his unique approach to discovering and nurturing new talent one that goes far beyond musical ability or viral appeal. In a new interview with RollingStone Africa  published on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 , the hitmaking producer explained that his scouting philosophy centers around what he ca

Burna Boy’s Reaction to Davido Mention Goes Viral, Reignites Rivalry Debate Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy  has once again set social media buzzing after his reaction to a Davido  mention during a livestream with internet personality Plaqueboymax  went viral. The Moment That Sparked the Frenzy During the live chat, a viewer’s comment referencing Davido appeared in the stream’s chat section. Plaqueboymax seemed ready to address it but before he could continue, Burna Boy quickly