Jamie Foxx’s Emotional Comeback At the 25th BET Awards in Los Angeles, Jamie Foxx received the prestigious Ultimate Icon Award, marking a triumphant return after suffering a near‑fatal stroke in April 2023. Presented by Stevie Wonder, Foxx broke down during his acceptance speech, calling it his “second chance” at life. He offered heartfelt thanks to his sister Deidra and […]
Olamide Reunites with Asake on ’99’ Party Vibe Featuring Seyi Vibez, Young Jonn, and Daecolm
Nigerian rap veteran Olamide has dropped a new collaborative single titled 99. The track, which hit streaming platforms on Monday, sees the YBNL boss teaming up with some of the industry’s most magnetic voices: Asake, Seyi Vibez, Young Jonn, and British-Nigerian vocalist Daecolm. 99 is not just another feature-heavy Afrobeats drop. It is a textured sonic experiment that fuses […]
Afrobeats Star Rema Donates N40 Million to Odumodublvck’s ‘Pity This Boy’ Project
Afrobeats heavyweight Rema has flipped the script, not with a chart-topper, but with a gesture of solidarity and quiet power. Rising rapper Odumodublvck has publicly disclosed that Rema personally donated a staggering N40 million to support his new record, Pity This Boy. The revelation came via a candid post on X (formerly Twitter), where Odumodublvck called for the act […]
Tems, J Balvin, Doja Cat to Perform at First-ever FIFA WORLD CUP Halftime Show
For Nigerian music powerhouse Tems, the global stage is no longer new territory, but on Sunday, 13 July 2025, she will mark yet another landmark in her meteoric rise. The Grammy-winning singer and songwriter has been officially announced as one of the headline performers at the first-ever FIFA Club World Cup Final halftime show, alongside Latin music giant J […]
“She Was My Composer”: K1 De Ultimate Opens Up on the Unseen Hand Behind His Music Legacy
Fuji music icon, Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, widely known as K1 De Ultimate, has shared a rare tribute to the woman he says laid the foundation for his legendary career: his late mother, Alhaja Halima Anifowoshe. In a video that surfaced online on Tuesday morning, the revered singer opened a window into his early life, crediting his mother not just […]
Kizz Daniel Drops Electrifying Hit ‘Police’ Featuring Angelique Kidjo & Johnny Drille — A Masterstroke of Afrobeats Excellence!
In what could easily be described as one of the boldest musical link-ups of the year, Nigeria’s Afrobeats maestro Kizz Daniel has released a dazzling new single titled “Police”, calling on the vocal magic of six-time Grammy legend Angelique Kidjo and Nigeria’s own silky-voiced sensation, Johnny Drille. This record isn’t just a song—it’s a bold statement, a mood lifter, […]
American Rappers Should Learn from Business-Smart Nigerian Artistes – Kanye West
Controversial American rapper Kanye West has sparked debate once again, claiming that most US artists lack business acumen and should take lessons from Nigerians, Jews, Chinese, and Indians on financial intelligence and self-sufficiency. Speaking during an interview with DJ Akademiks, Kanye criticised many American rappers for relying on foreign investors and lawyers to manage their careers instead of building […]
“I Started from the Choir” – Afrobeats Star Ruger Opens Up on His Musical Journey
Afrobeats sensation Ruger has revealed that his musical journey began in the church choir, crediting his early experiences for shaping his vocal prowess. Speaking on a recent episode of Africa Now on Apple Music, the Bounce hitmaker shared that, despite his impressive vocal ability, he rarely showcases it in his recorded songs—reserving it instead for his live performances. “Only […]
From Humble Beginnings to Culinary Stardom: The Inspiring Journey of Levi Roots
Levi Roots’ incredible journey begins in a charming village nestled in the heart of Clarendon, Jamaica. As a young boy, he spent countless hours by his grandmother’s side in the kitchen, learning the art of combining vibrant Caribbean flavors, fragrant herbs, and aromatic spices. This early culinary education, paired with his deep love for music which he developed at […]
Glamorous Wedding of Davido and Chioma Adeleke Brings Together Nigeria’s Political Elite
In a spectacular celebration on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, David and Chioma Adeleke tied the knot in a wedding ceremony that was nothing short of a political and cultural convergence. Held at Harbour Point in Victoria Island, in Lagos, the event showcased the profound political connections of the groom’s family, drawing an impressive array of Nigeria’s elite from various […]