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Olamide Makes History as First African Rapper to Sell Out OVO Wembley Arena Nigerian rap star Olamide has made history by becoming the first African rapper to completely sell out the 12,500-capacity OVO Wembley Arena in London. The show took place on Sunday night, and the venue was filled with excited fans who came to…
The Ogun State Ministry of Justice has said it will quickly take legal action against TikTok creator Ademola Abiodun, also known as DJ Chicken, because of recent road accidents linked to him that have caused concern among the public. The case is connected to an accident that happened on November 1, 2025, in Sagamu, Ogun…
Reggae icon and actor James Chambers, better known as Jimmy Cliff, has died. The announcement, posted on his official social media pages, said the legendary musician passed away after suffering a seizure followed by pneumonia. In a statement shared on Facebook, his wife wrote:“It is with profound sadness that I share that my husband, Jimmy…
Nigerian rapper and YBNL boss Olamide has clarified that Afrobeats superstar Wizkid began his music career before him, explaining that Wizkid had been active in the industry a year or two earlier. The statement, made during a recent interview with streamer Azeeez, was aimed at correcting the common misconception that both artists started their careers…
Popular singer Tiwa Savage has said that one of the biggest problems female musicians face in Nigeria is being asked for sex in exchange for opportunities. Speaking at a panel during Entertainment Week Africa, she explained that some people in the industry have asked her to visit powerful male executives before she could be allowed…
Wizkid greatest afrobeats artist after Fela – Olamide Nigerian rap star Olamide has stirred excitement and debate across social media after declaring Wizkid the greatest Afrobeats artiste of this generation, second only to the legendary Fela Kuti. Speaking during an appearance at York University in Toronto, Olamide praised Wizkid’s impact on Afrobeats and highlighted their…
The 2025 Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) celebrated outstanding achievements in African filmmaking, honoring talented actors and filmmakers across the continent. The 21st edition of the awards was held on Sunday at the Balmoral Convention Centre in Ikeja GRA, Lagos, bringing together some of Africa’s best movie stars and creators. The movie “3 Cold Dishes,”…
TikTok Names BhadBoi OML’s ‘Wasiu Ayinde’ as Nigeria’s Song of the Summer 2025 TikTok has announced ‘Wasiu Ayinde’ by BhadBoi OML as Nigeria’s official Song of the Summer 2025, recognizing it as the track that ruled feeds and sparked countless trends across the platform. Toyin Mustapha, TikTok’s Head of Music Partnerships for the UK, Ireland,…
Former US President Barack Obama has honoured the legendary Afrobeat musician Fela Anikulapo Kuti, describing him as an outstanding figure in music who combined art with activism. He called Fela “a musical genius from Nigeria” who mixed funk, jazz, and soul to create Afrobeat, a sound now known all over the world. Obama shared this…
Music superstar Innocent Idibia best known as 2baba has announced a new chapter in his career with the unveiling of his new management team, A Guy Entertainment. The team comprising seasoned professionals in music, branding, digital innovation, and entertainment law, will oversee his career locally and internationally. With over 20 years of experience in the…
