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Big Brother Naija star, Phyna has publicly disowned her family. The reality TV star took to X to announce her decision to drop her family surname, Otabor.  Phyna claims that it’s been proven that she has no family, adding that “nobody knows how I came about”.  She also disclosed how rough her search for answers has been, noting that she …

There’s something undeniably powerful about music that comes from the soul, and Young Keta delivers just that in his latest single, Lori Mi. Born and raised in Rancho Cucamonga, California, and proudly rooted in Nigerian heritage from Ibadan, Oyo State, Young Keta masterfully blends his cultural influences with universal themes of faith, gratitude, and divine protection. Lori Mi, which translates to “Over Me” in Yoruba, …

Wizkid drops his eagerly awaited sixth LP ‘Morayo’. After months of waiting, Wizkid has finally released his much-awaited eighth project and sixth album, ‘Morayo,’ named after his late mother. Released on November 22, 2024, ‘Morayo’ packs 16 songs with 5 collaborations from Brent Faiyaz, Asake, Jasmine Sullivan, Anaïs Cardot, and Tiakola. The album is preceded by ‘Piece of My Heart’ …

Box Office Queen Funke Akindele is set to make 5 billion naira on Everybody Loves Jenifa, her new movie coming to cinemas on December 13, 2024 As part of her ritual, Funke Akindele began marketing her upcoming film Everybody Loves Jenifa months before its release date. Akindele is known for her unique and grand marketing styles. In an Exhibitor Soirée …

The Nigerian entertainment industry has witnessed a remarkable evolution in recent years, with the rise of skit makers becoming a defining trend in digital media.  Platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube have given birth to a new generation of content creators who produce short, humorous contents that often go viral. Some of these skit makers have transitioned into Nollywood, turning …

The Nigerian entertainment industry has witnessed a remarkable evolution in recent years, with the rise of skit makers becoming a defining trend in digital media.  Platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube have given birth to a new generation of content creators who produce short, humorous contents that often go viral. Some of these skit makers have transitioned into Nollywood, turning …

A 34-year-old Nigerian man, Ifeanyi Obi, has d!ed in the United Kingdom.      A message on the GoFundMe account set up by friends said he suddenly passed away in his apartment in Birmingham on November 14, 2024.     According to the message, Ifeanyi’s last wish was to go back to Nigeria and be with his family.     …

As we approach 2025, the spotlight shines brightly on a group of rising stars who are poised to make significant waves in Nollywood and beyond. With fresh and not-so-new faces emerging to redefine storytelling and performance, the industry’s growing global recognition has paved the way for a new generation of actors who bring fresh perspectives, energy, and talent to the …

Since the turn of the century, Nigerian artists have joined forces to deliver unforgettable records. Posses cut is a popular term in hip hop that refers to songs with four more successive verses from four or more rappers. The term has expanded to cover songs with four or more artists delivering different verses. On this week’s Afrobeats throwback, we will …

Nigerian rapper Falz has opened up about a humorous yet awkward experience from one of his first dates. During a recent sit-down with British media personality Madame Joyce on the Cocktails and Takeaways podcast, Falz recalled an experience where his date asked him to order takeout packs of food for her family members back home. He explained, “I haven’t had …