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Burna Boy Issues Public Apology After Backlash and Tour Cancellations Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy, born Damini Ogulu, has issued a public apology following days of intense criticism and reports of declining ticket sales linked to a recent controversy during his U.S. tour. The uproar began after an incident at his concert in Denver, Colorado, where Burna Boy paused mid-performance after spotting a woman sleeping in the front row. He asked security to escort her out

Young Jonn Announces New Release Date for Highly Anticipated Album Blue Disco Nigerian hitmaker Young Jonn has officially confirmed a new release date for his much-anticipated album, Blue Disco. Originally slated for November 21, the album will now drop on Friday, November 28, 2025. The singer-producer, born John Saviours Udomboso, postponed the project just a day before its initial rollout, citing rising insecurity across the country as the reason he could not move forward w

Dave Praises Burna Boy’s Musical “Magic” in Intimate Studio Session with Ed Sheeran British rapper Dave has offered fans a rare and heartfelt look into his admiration for Nigerian music icon Burna Boy, sharing his thoughts during an intimate studio session with Ed Sheeran. In behind-the-scenes footage, Dave is heard praising Burna Boy’s exceptional musicality, describing the emotional depth and universal appeal of his sound. According to him, Burna Boy’s music carries a uniqu

Burna Boy Reportedly Cancels Five U.S. Tour Dates Amid Low Ticket Sales and Backlash Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy has reportedly canceled five upcoming shows on his ongoing No Sign of Weakness (NSOW) Tour in the United States, with low ticket sales cited as the primary reason behind the sudden decision. The cancellations follow reports of a controversial incident that may have impacted public perception of the artist. According to circulating updates, shows original

Tems Reveals the Surprising Career She Might Have Chosen Without Music Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has offered fans a rare glimpse into an alternate version of her life one where music wasn’t part of the picture. During a recent Q&A session with fans on X, Tems shared that she might have become a mathematics teacher or even an accountant if her music career hadn’t taken off. When asked what she would be doing otherwise, she respon

Portable Reacts Fiercely as King Bolisco Reportedly Exits Zeh Nation Nigerian singer and controversial street-pop star Portable has ignited new drama following reports that his signee, King Bolisco, has left his record label, Zeh Nation. A video currently circulating online shows Portable in a heated video call with Bolisco. Although Portable kept his own camera turned off during the exchange, his anger was unmistakable. According to him, Bolisco decided to leave the label to

Mavo Named Billboard’s African Rookie of the Month as His Rise Accelerates Nigerian fast-rising music star Mavo has earned a major career milestone after being named Billboard’s African Rookie of the Month, a recognition that firmly places him among the continent’s most exciting new talents. The 22-year-old singer and rapper, born Oseremen Ukanigbe Marvin, has been steadily gaining global attention for his energetic fusion of Afrobeats, rap, and his own homegrown styles Burbu

Portable Accuses Olamide of Sidelining Him After London Concert Controversial Nigerian singer Portable has stirred up a new wave of online debate after accusing rap icon Olamide of sidelining him and failing to invite him to his recently sold-out London concert. In a heated interview with a media host, Portable claimed that his breakout hit Zazoo Zeh which featured Olamide was the major reason many international fans remembered the YBNL boss. According to him, despite the suc

Rema Set to Headline Rhythm Unplugged 2025 in a Powerful Homecoming Performance Afrobeats superstar Rema is set to return home this December for a highly anticipated headline performance at Rhythm Unplugged, one of Lagos’ biggest and most iconic end-of-year music events. The Coca-Cola–backed show will take place on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at the Eko Convention Center. The announcement was accompanied by striking promotional artwork featuring the Calm Down hitmaker alongsid