Award-winning Nigerian singer, Tiwa Savage, has reflected on her evolution from a tomboy to one of the music industry’s most glamorous stars, crediting her ex-husband and former manager, Tunji “Teebillz” Balogun, for spearheading her image rebrand. Speaking on the latest episode of the Afrobeats Intelligence podcast hosted by Joey Akan, Savage shared intimate details about…
Nigerian content creator and social media sensation, Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, has landed a brand ambassador deal with The Owlet, a fast-growing digital growth platform dedicated to helping creators thrive online. Peller, who commands a following of over 20 million across platforms, shared the news in an emotionally charged Instagram video that revealed…
Fat Joe has been accused of having sex with minors in a lawsuit filed by his former hypeman, T.A. Dixon. Seeking up to $20 million in damages, Dixon has accused the “What’s Luv?” rapper of “coercive labor exploitation, financial fraud, sexual manipulation, violent intimidation, and psychological coercion.” The filing also contains a number of lurid…
The BBC has issued a legal warning to U.S.-based artificial intelligence company Perplexity, accusing it of reproducing BBC content without permission and demanding it cease the practice immediately. According to a letter addressed to Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas, the BBC is insisting the AI firm delete all BBC content it has used, stop accessing its…
Nike has delayed the launch of its much-anticipated activewear collaboration with reality star and entrepreneur Kim Kardashian, pushing back plans for a spring debut due to reported production setbacks. The collection, known as NikeSkims, was first unveiled in February with promises to “redefine the global fitness and activewear industry” by combining Nike’s performance legacy with…
A growing number of smartphone users are choosing to silence news alerts, citing fatigue and frustration with the volume and perceived irrelevance of the notifications, a new global report has revealed. According to the latest Digital News Report by the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism, nearly four in five people (79%) say they…
Veteran Nollywood actress, Stella Damasus, has opened up about the systemic challenges that make it difficult for Nigerian actors to break into Hollywood, citing entrenched stereotypes and casting biases. Speaking during a conversation with Arrow House, Damasus said many Hollywood filmmakers still hold outdated views of what Africans should look and sound like, which ultimately…
Nigerian activist and social commentator, VeryDarkMan, has slammed reality star Kiddwaya for soliciting public donations to support victims of the recent attack in Yelwata, Guma Local Government Area of Benue State. Kiddwaya, the son of billionaire businessman Terry Waya, had earlier shared a post on X (formerly Twitter) appealing to Nigerians to contribute funds to…
Veteran Nollywood actor Yemi Ayebo, popularly known as Yemi My Lover, has claimed that award-winning rapper Olamide ignored his calls for over six months after referencing him in a song. In a recent interview shared on social media, the Yoruba film star expressed disappointment over how artists and skit makers frequently use his name in…
Nigerian on-air personality and rapper, Nnamdi Nwabasili, popularly known as N6, has expressed concern over the worsening insecurity across the country, declaring that “Nigeria is at war” even though many citizens remain unaware. His comments come in the wake of the recent attack in Yelwata, Guma Local Government Area of Benue State, where over 200…
Legendary singer-songwriter Stevie Wonder has been named the greatest R&B artist of all time by Billboard, in a new list celebrating 75 of the genre’s most influential voices. The list, compiled by Billboard’s editorial staff, ranks artists based on a combination of factors including vocal ability, the breadth and impact of their musical catalogue, career…
Asset & Resource Management Holding Company (ARM), one of Nigeria’s leading investment firms, has announced a key leadership transition set to take effect in July 2025. Wale Odutola has been appointed as the Group Chief Executive Officer, while Osahon Ogiemudia will assume the role of Executive Director. The leadership change follows the planned departure of…
Sean “Diddy” Combs has chosen not to testify in his ongoing sex trafficking trial, as proceedings move into their final stages. Following the conclusion of the prosecution’s case, the Bad Boy Records founder confirmed in court that he would not be taking the stand in his defense. Responding to a direct question from the judge,…
American actor Joe Marinelli, known for his memorable appearances in The Morning Show and several other television series, has died at the age of 68. Marinelli passed away on Sunday following a prolonged battle with throat and stomach cancer. His wife, Jean Marinelli, confirmed the news to The Hollywood Reporter. Throughout his career, Marinelli became…
Telegram founder Pavel Durov has revealed that he is the biological father of more than 100 children, following years of anonymous sperm donation. The Russian-born tech billionaire made the revelation in a recent interview with French political magazine Le Point. Durov, 40, said the news came from a fertility clinic where he first donated sperm…
Semiconductor manufacturer Texas Instruments (TI) has announced a landmark $60 billion investment in U.S.-based chip production, marking what the company describes as the largest commitment to foundational semiconductor manufacturing in the country’s history. The Dallas-headquartered firm said the funding will support the construction or expansion of seven manufacturing plants across Texas and Utah. While TI…
At first glance, the Labubu doll looks like something out of a child’s fever dream – pointy ears, an unsettling grin revealing nine jagged teeth, and eyes that sit somewhere between mischief and madness. But don’t let its odd appearance fool you. This strange-looking creature has morphed into one of the world’s most coveted collectibles,…
Nigerian rapper and Mavin Records signee, LADIPOE, has released a new single titled Folasade, showcasing a more intimate and emotionally charged side of his artistry. Renowned for his clever wordplay and introspective lyricism, the rapper dials back the punchlines in favour of heartfelt storytelling and melodic flow. Folasade blends laid-back Afrobeats rhythms with Poe’s signature…
Nigerian rap icon and YBNL Nation founder, Olamide, has unveiled his latest studio project – a self-titled album that marks a defining moment in his two-decade-long career. Titled Olamidé, the 17-track release is the rapper’s 11th studio album and one of his most ambitious efforts to date, showcasing both his creative evolution and enduring influence…
A magistrate court in Kano has sentenced popular TikTok content creator, Abubakar Usman Kilina, to one year in prison over a video deemed to promote indecency and violate public morals. Presiding over the case at Magistrate Court No. 21, Magistrate Hadiza Muhammad Hassan also gave Kilina the option of paying a ₦100,000 fine in lieu…
Reality TV star and billionaire heir, Terseer Waya, popularly known as Kiddwaya, has come under heavy criticism after appealing to the public for financial donations to support victims of the recent massacre in Benue State. Through his non-governmental organisation, The Kiddwaya Foundation, the reality show star launched a donation drive on Wednesday, calling on Nigerians…
Canadian rap superstar Drake has disclosed staggering gambling losses of over $100 million within a single month, drawing attention once again to his high-stakes betting habits. The 37-year-old artist took to Instagram Stories to share a screenshot from the online betting platform Stake, revealing total losses amounting to $124,527,265 over the past 30 days. “Gotta…
In a landmark move for African esports, PUBG MOBILE has announced the launch of the 2025 PUBG MOBILE Africa Cup, giving players across Sub-Saharan Africa a direct route to the PUBG MOBILE Global Championship (PMGC) for the very first time. The newly introduced Africa Cup marks a major step toward global inclusion for African gamers,…
Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, has revealed that some of his top employees have been targeted by rival tech giant Meta with “giant offers,” including signing bonuses reportedly reaching $100 million (£74.3 million). Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has been aggressively expanding its artificial intelligence (AI) efforts. Recently, it invested $14…
The Los Angeles Lakers are poised to undergo a historic ownership change, with the majority stake in the iconic NBA franchise reportedly being sold for an estimated $10 billion – a sum that would make it the most expensive sale of a U.S. sports team to date. The deal involves the Buss family, who have…
The Trump Organization’s latest business venture – a $499 gold-coloured smartphone branded with Donald Trump’s name – has drawn criticism from tech experts and ethics watchdogs, particularly over its claim that the device will be built entirely in the United States. Technology analysts have questioned the feasibility of producing the smartphone domestically, citing the lack…
Nigerian rap heavyweight and YBNL founder Olamide has made a notable entry onto the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs Chart with his latest collaborative single, 99. The high-energy track debuted at No. 12 on the chart this week, marking another milestone for the award-winning artist and reinforcing Afrobeats’ growing global momentum. 99 features an all-star lineup…
Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Davido has officially announced the guest artists set to join him on the North American leg of his upcoming 5ive Alive tour, which kicks off on July 11, 2025. Taking to social media, the multi-award-winning singer revealed that rising stars Victony, Odumodublvck, and Morravey will perform alongside him during the highly anticipated…
Nigerian music sensation CKay has released his second extended play, CKay The Second, a six-track project that marks a significant step in his artistic journey. The EP, which arrived through a global distribution partnership with AWAL, showcases the singer’s evolution beyond his breakout hit Love Nwantiti, which has racked up over 3 billion streams worldwide….
Veteran Nollywood actor Ganiu Nofiu, popularly known as Alapini, has expressed deep regret over his support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during the 2023 presidential election. Speaking in a recent interview on African A-List, Alapini cited worsening economic hardship and insecurity across the country as key reasons for his disappointment. The actor revealed that he…
American rapper Pusha T has reignited tensions in the hip-hop scene with the release of a new diss track aimed at fellow rapper Travis Scott. In the track, Pusha alleges that Travis once broke down in tears after his split from media personality and beauty mogul Kylie Jenner. A clip of the diss track, shared…
Nigerian music star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has accused security personnel at Hi Ibiza nightclub of attempting to harm him and members of his team during a night out on Saturday. The Afrobeats singer made the allegation in a series of posts shared on his Instagram story early Sunday, claiming the nightclub’s security…
The UK’s data protection watchdog has fined DNA testing firm 23andMe £2.31 million for failing to adequately protect the personal information of thousands of users affected by a major data breach in 2023. According to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), the breach – which impacted more than 155,000 UK residents – exposed highly sensitive data,…
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy has told employees to prepare for major changes driven by artificial intelligence, predicting that the company’s corporate workforce will shrink over the coming years as AI tools are deployed more widely across the business. In an internal memo shared on Tuesday, Jassy encouraged staff to be “curious about AI” and to…
The Trump administration has dismissed hundreds of journalists from Voice of America (VOA), effectively crippling the U.S. government-funded broadcaster that for decades served as a beacon of independent journalism in authoritarian regions. The layoffs, announced Friday by VOA chief Kari Lake – recently appointed by President Trump – affected 639 employees, including many working in…
Nigerian rapper Tobechukwu Melvin Ejiofor, popularly known as Illbliss, has raised concerns about the country’s current trajectory, describing this period as “a very dangerous part” of Nigeria’s history. Speaking on a recent episode of The Real Shareholders Podcast, the rapper pointed to worsening insecurity, deepening economic hardship, and increasing government propaganda as signs of national…
Nigerian music star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has stirred excitement online after hinting at the countdown to his white wedding with wife Chioma Rowland. In a post shared via his Instagram story, the award-winning singer posted a video of Chioma with the caption, “Can August come already?” – a subtle but clear reference…
Nigerian comedian and media personality Woli Arole has voiced his concerns over the growing trend of women opting for surrogacy despite being medically fit to carry their own pregnancies. In a recent Instagram post, Arole described natural pregnancy as a divine privilege, urging women not to embrace what he referred to as “wokeness” at the…
Media personality Ifedayo Olarinde, popularly known as Daddy Freeze, has revealed that his outspoken stance against Nigerian pastors once put his life – and the safety of his family – at risk. Speaking on a recent episode of The Honest Bunch podcast, where he now serves as co-host, Daddy Freeze disclosed that he received death…
Jurors in the ongoing federal sex trafficking trial involving Sean “Diddy” Combs were shown explicit video footage this week as part of the prosecution’s evidence against the music mogul. According to court reports, three video clips – each running just over 10 minutes – were played in the courtroom with jurors listening to the audio…
WhatsApp, owned by Meta, is set to roll out three new advertising features globally, aiming to generate more revenue while keeping users’ private conversations untouched. The company emphasized that ads will not appear within personal chats, nor will message content – which is end-to-end encrypted – be used to target ads. Instead, WhatsApp will base…
The Trump Organization, managed by Donald Trump’s sons, has announced plans to enter the mobile phone market with a Trump-branded smartphone and wireless service. The new venture includes a gold-colored smartphone priced at $499 and a monthly service fee of $47.45 – a nod to Donald Trump’s terms as the 45th and 47th president of…
Mike Lindell, the founder and CEO of MyPillow and a well-known supporter of former President Donald Trump, has been ordered by a Denver jury to pay $2.3 million to Eric Coomer, a former security and product strategy director at Dominion Voting Systems. Coomer sued Lindell, along with MyPillow, Inc. and Lindell TV, over false claims…
Afrobeats heavyweight Davido has released the official music video for With You, his collaboration with singer Omah Lay, adding new visual depth to one of the standout tracks from his 5ive album. Directed by renowned filmmaker Dammy Twitch under A Polar Film Production, the video is a colourful blend of past and present, featuring a…
Chioma Adeleke, wife of Nigerian music star Davido, has publicly expressed her desire to have more children with the singer, just weeks after he said the couple was taking a break from expanding their family. The moment unfolded during a Father’s Day dinner organised by Chioma in honour of Davido. In a video from the…
Nigerian music star Ayra Starr has voiced her frustration over persistent online bullying, calling out social media users who she believes deliberately target and misunderstand her. In a post shared on Monday via her X (formerly Twitter) account, the Rush crooner expressed disappointment over the constant trolling, urging critics to redirect their energy towards more…
Nigerian Afrobeats star Iyanya has opened up about why he was unable to participate in the finals of the maiden season of Nigerian Idol, despite being selected during auditions in Calabar, Cross River State. In a recent interview with Hip TV, the Kukere hitmaker shared that both he and fellow singer Omawumi were the only…
Sean “Diddy” Combs has raised fresh concerns over the composition of the jury in his ongoing federal sex trafficking case, warning he will seek a mistrial if a Black juror is dismissed from the panel. According to a letter filed by Diddy’s legal team to U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian, the prosecution has expressed discomfort…
President Donald Trump has granted a fresh 90-day extension to TikTok, delaying enforcement of the U.S. law that would ban the app unless it is sold by its Chinese parent company, ByteDance. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed on Tuesday that Trump plans to sign a new executive order allowing TikTok to remain operational…
R&B singer R. Kelly was reportedly hospitalized after an alleged medication overdose while serving his 30-year sentence at a federal prison in North Carolina, according to new court documents filed by his attorney. In the filing submitted on Monday, Kelly’s lawyer, Beau B. Brindley, claimed that a prison officer overseeing solitary confinement directed the artist…
