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In 2015, Nigerian music was on a speedy ascension as a new generation of stars were consolidating their dominance in the mainstream. As of 2015, Olamide Baddo was five years into his career and he had become the voice of the street as he famously sang in his hit song. With his place at the summit of the mainstream firmly …

For decades, Nollywood has given us tales of love, betrayal, resilience, and family drama. But amid all the entertainment, some storylines carried deeply ingrained misogynistic tropes. Nollywood has been the mirror reflecting our society’s ideals, struggles, and biases. As we reflect on the strides Nollywood has made, let’s take a trip down memory lane and revisit these problematic narratives that …

Nollywood actor, Segun Padonou Aina, popularly known as Segun Arinze, has offered his thoughts on the prevailing claims of homosexuality practised in Nollywood. In a recent interview with Arise TV, the 59-year-old Badagry native affirmed that he is not a party to any conspiratorial sect that practise homosexuality in the Nigerian film industry. In the words of the veteran film …

Nigerian Afrobeat musician, Seun Kuti, has said that child battery is not part of the African culture. The Egypt 80 band leader said this in a video addressing the public on his Instagram page. The 41-year-old alumnus of the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts went down memory lane, recollecting how his father, Fela Kuti, would issue a warning letter to his …

One of Nigeria’s favourite stars Runtown has delighted fans with the announcement of a new single. The singer made the revelation on his Instagram story where he posted “New music out soon. #EndAMan”. The song likely titled ‘End A Man’ comes off the back of the recent release of Runtown’s ‘Flow’ released in December 2024 which was his first release …

Cynthia Ikponmwenosa Morgan, popularly known by her former stage name, Cynthia Morgan, and now known as Madrina, has opened up on her relationship with Burna Boy. The Benin-born singer and songwriter, in her most recent post on Instagram, revealed the real reason why she has refused to reach out to the Afrobeats superstar artist. The reason, she noted, is that …

The 21st century has seen the evolution of music from the CD sales era to the digital purchase period before technological advancement brought about the streaming era. Across the 24 years (2000 – 2024) of the 21st century, American music has seen the dominance of multiple superstars across different genres. One artist who has stood out for the past decade …

Nollywood  actor, Timini Egbuson has released the trailer for his newest project, Reel Love, premiering February 14, 2025 Following the success of All is Fair In Love, where he played the lead role, the actor in a recent Instagram post, announced his new project. “Excited to finally share my cinema baby with you all. Reel Love, directed by my brother …

Nollywood director Kemi Adetiba has announced the release date for another instalment of King of Boys, which will be released on December 25, 2025. In a recent post on her birthday, Adetiba took to her Instagram page to make the announcement. “KOB Army…. ARISE!!! It’s time…. We MOOOOOOOVE. Signed: Your General. #KOB3 #TheBeginningOfTheEnd #DettyDecember25 #KAV25,” she said. Recall that earlier …

American pop star, Chloe Elizabeth Bailey, has finally put to rest the speculations regarding her relationship with Nigerian superstar artist, Burna Boy. The Atlanta-born entertainer touched on the perceived romance between her and the ‘Last Last‘ singer during her appearance on the latest episode of The Breakfast Club podcast show. The conversation got to the point when she was asked …