Popular American entertainer, Jamie Foxx, has been spotted for the first time in public since he had a medical crisis. He was seen smiling and waving to fans on a boat while cruising the Chicago River over the weekend — in his first public sighting nearly three months after an illness which was not made…
Ne-Yo has garnered comparisons to Nick Cannon following his recent revelation about the size of his family, which comes a year after facing cheating allegations. The rapper, known for hits like ‘So Sick,’ surprised fans by sharing a rare photo on Instagram featuring him with his seven children, prompting many to draw parallels to TV…
Nollywood actress, Lolade Okusanya, has revealed that her mum approved of her playing an erotica role in Toyin Abraham’s new movie ‘Ijakumo’. Okunsanya played the role of Sharon, an undercover stripper, in the crime thriller. Featuring on TVC’s programme, Your View, recently, the thespian explained that she sent her mother and siblings strippers’ pictures and…
Mercedes-Benz has announced that starting next year, its electric vehicle drivers will be able to use Tesla’s superchargers, with plans to fully adopt Tesla’s charging standard by 2025. This move by Mercedes-Benz follows similar agreements made by other automakers, further solidifying Tesla’s position as a widely accepted standard in the electric vehicle industry. As part…
Nollywood actress, Adesua Etomi-Wellington has revealed how she felt when her husband, Bankole Wellington, aka Banky W, informed her that he wanted to join politics. It shoud be recalled that Banky W on 11 November 2018, announced his intent to run for the Eti-Osa Federal Constituency seat on the platform of the Modern Democratic Party….
Last year brought a series of challenges for Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, from the Facebook Papers revelations to skepticism surrounding the company’s rebranding as Meta. However, an unexpected turn of events involving Elon Musk and Twitter shifted the spotlight onto a new battleground, with Zuckerberg emerging as the victor. In the ever-evolving landscape of social…
Nigerian singer, Iyanya Onoyom Mbuk, aka Iyanya, has revealed that he received several threats after his ex-Ghanaian girlfriend, actress Yvonne Nelson alleged that his infidelity was the reason for their breakup. It should be recalled that Yvonne in her book ‘I Am Not Yvonne Nelson’ claimed that her relationship with Iyanya crashed after she found…
According to a report from Readysteadycut.com, Fatal Seduction, a South African adaptation of the Mexican telenovela Dark Desire, has garnered a devoted following with its captivating storyline. While it shares similarities with other erotic dramas, the show brings a unique twist that keeps viewers engaged. Fatal Seduction revolves around Nandi, a law professor who discovers…
Davido was the highlight of the day in Houston, Texas, as the singer thrilled fans at his Timeless concert and also brought a special guest artist on stage. What an unforgettable night it was for all the fans who packed the Toyota Center to the brim for Davido’s Timeless concert. The energy in the air…
Multiple reports from Spain and Brazil confirm that Barcelona has finally completed the signing of Brazilian wonderkid Vitor Roque, with only the official announcement pending. According to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona will pay an initial fee of 30 million euros, along with an additional 31 million euros in various variables. Vitor Roque is expected to sign…
Shortly after the release of “Speak Now (Taylor’s Version),” Taylor Swift surprised her Kansas City concert audience by debuting the Easter-egg filled music video for “I Can See You,” which she wrote and directed herself. The video features Joey King, Taylor Lautner, and Presley Cash, tying back to Swift’s “Speak Now” era and symbolizing her…
In this movie starring Brendan Fraser, Jesse Plemons, Leonardo DiCaprio, Lily Gladstone, Robert De Niro and Tantoo Cardinal, members of the oil-wealthy Osage Nation are murdered under mysterious circumstances in the 1920s. The movie is scheduled for an October 20, 2023 release. Watch the trailer below:
Popular social media critic, Daniel Regha has asked famous Nigerian disc jockey and producer, Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy to account for billions of naira donated to her foundation. Regha questioned Cuppy in reaction to a photo she shared on Twitter. Sharing the picture of herself in a new dress, Cuppy tweeted:…
A Canadian farmer owes $82,000 for breach of contract after using a “thumbs-up” emoji in a text. According to court documents from the King’s Bench for Saskatchewan in March 2021, grain purchasers with South West Terminal, Ltd., sent a text message to grain suppliers wanting to buy flax for $17 per bushel for delivery in…
Nollywood actor, Damilola Ogunsin, has recounted how a movie director once told him that he could not be an actor because he is an albino. The prolific thespian narrated this in a recent interview with Hip TV, revealing some of his major challenges in the movie industry. Ogunsin said, “When I was coming into Nollywood,…
In less than 48 hours, Meta’s Twitter rival Threads has gained over 70 million sign-ups, prompting concerns about the accumulation of power for Meta and CEO Mark Zuckerberg, as some users worry about a potential monopoly. The success of Threads can be attributed to the dissatisfaction with Elon Musk’s ownership of Twitter and the integration…
The Starboy Wizkid stole the night again at the Rolling Loud Festival 2023, held in Munich, Germany, on Friday, July 7, 2023. As the headliner for the first day of the three-day festival, which kicked off on Friday, July 7, 2023, Wizkid wowed the audience with some of his greatest hits. From Azonto to One…
CoCo Lee, the internationally renowned singer and songwriter known for her multilingual talents and contributions to the music industry, passed away at the age of 48 in a Hong Kong hospital following an attempted suicide at her home, as announced by her sisters Nancy and Carol Lee on social media. Her sisters revealed that CoCo…
American rapper French Montana, in a video, revealed how 30 BG boss Davido welcomed him in style to Nigeria. Accompanied by high-level security, French Montana, an American rapper, has arrived in Lagos, Nigeria, and is documenting his visit on social media. A video was shared by Montana, exhibiting the grand reception he was given by…
This comes after Keke’s boyfriend Darius made public comments about how ‘risque’ she dressed. Keke Palmer’s boyfriend Darius Jackson has removed all pictures of the actress on his Instagram, following his short hiatus from social media following comments he made about his dislike for her risque outfits. The pair welcomed a son, Leodis Andrellton Jackson,…
Ajax Football Club has provided the latest update on Edwin van der Sar after the Manchester United legend was reportedly rushed to hospital on Friday suffering a cerebral haemorrhage.Van der Sar was on holiday in Croatia and has since been admitted to the ICU. However, in a statement via its Twitter handle on Friday evening,…
The City of Houston in United States of America, USA, has declared July 7 as Davido Day in honour of Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido. The Mayor of Houston, Sylvester Turner made the proclamation in a statement released in Houston, Texas, on Friday. He declared, “I, Sylvester Turner, Mayor of the city of Houston, do hereby…
Hall of Famer and Los Angles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant will serve as the cover athlete for two editions of NBA 2K24 as announced earlier this week. Bryant will grace the cover of “NBA 2K24: Kobe Bryant Edition” and “NBA 2K24: Black Mamba Edition”. Bryant has been a cover athlete for the game in the…
Entertainment company, Amazon, is seeking the dismissal of a suit against the controversial movie, Gangs of Lagos. It should be recalled that the movie, which was released in April, clearly portrays the violent and thuggery lifestyle of some parts of Lagos, hitting close with Lagos politics and revealing the greater weight behind street power. Expressing…
Bob Marley is set to receive the biopic treatment in the film “Bob Marley: One Love,” directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green and scheduled for release on January 12, 2024. The movie was filmed in England and Jamaica, including significant locations such as Trench Town, where the Wailers originated, and covers key events in Bob Marley’s…
New mother KeKe Palmer attended a performance by Usher and received criticism from her boyfriend, Darius Daulton Jackson, who took to social media to comment on her outfit, stating, “It’s the outfit tho. you a mom.” Palmer was seen in a video wearing a sheer black gown over a black bustier and a thong bottom…
Arsenal star player Bukayo Saka has reacted to the hit song by Asake off his second studio album ‘Work Of Art’ titled Sunshine. The buzz of Asake’s second studio album, Work Of Art, seems to go beyond fans, music enthusiasts and other artists as football stars are also catching the Mr. Money fever. England and…
Samsung Electronics reported a predicted 96% drop in second-quarter operating profit, estimating it to be 600 billion won ($459 million), largely in line with forecasts and the company’s lowest profit for any quarter since 2009. The profit estimate aligns with a 555 billion won Refinitiv SmartEstimate, with Samsung shares falling 1.4% in early trade. Losses…
Taylor Swift had signed a touring partnership deal with FTX before its collapse, but FTX backed out of the arrangement, according to a source familiar with the discussions. If the deal had gone through, Swift would have joined the ranks of celebrities endorsing cryptocurrency products, many of whom are now facing financial losses and legal…
With fans waiting a little more for Olamide’s first album in over two years titled Unruly, the rapper has shared an insight on what to expect from the album. Multiple award-winning rapper and music mogul Olamide who is also known as Badoo, initially confirmed that his album Unruly which was scheduled for release in July…
Twitter is considering legal action against Meta, the parent company of Facebook, following the launch of Meta’s new Twitter competitor, Threads, signaling Twitter’s view of the app as a significant rival. In a letter sent to Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg by Twitter’s attorney, it is alleged that Meta engaged in trade secret theft by hiring…
Actor Tom Cruise, who just turned 61 this week, accomplished a death-defying stunt in the latest Mission Impossible film, hailed as the “biggest and most dangerous stunt in cinema history.” Paramount Pictures provided a behind-the-scenes look at the intricate planning involved in executing the audacious scene for Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One, the…
Tommy Hilfiger’s President and Chief Brand Officer, Avery Baker, has announced her departure after 24 years with the luxury fashion brand. The company has not yet revealed who will succeed Baker, who made the announcement on LinkedIn and highlighted her role in guiding the brand through the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Baker expressed her…
Award-winning Nigerian singer, Tiwa Savage has revealed how nervousness almost ruined her performance at the historical coronation of the British monarch, King Charles III. It should be recalled that Tiwa Savage became the first Nigerian artiste to perform at a British royal event after thrilling guests at the King Charles III’s coronation concert and Big…
Rihanna took to Instagram to share a photo of her son RZA, as she enjoys her tropical vacation while awaiting the arrival of her second child. The picture showed Rihanna’s partner, A$AP Rocky, holding their 14-month-old son above his head against the backdrop of the sky and palm trees. Captioning the photo, Rihanna wrote, “My…
Grammy award-winning Nigerian singer and songwriter, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has described her life as a “testimony.” The singer said she started from Lagos but has now gone global. Tems made the claims while delivering a prologue at the 2023 Essence Festival on July 2nd, in New Orleans, USA. “You know, my life…
Tom Holland, known for his role in ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’, believes his relationship with co-star Zendaya is “worth its weight in gold” as they share their experiences in the same industry with mutual understanding. In a conversation on the ‘Smartless’ podcast, Tom expressed his gratitude for having Zendaya in his life, saying, “I’m lucky…
Renowned Nigerian Fuji music icon, K1 De Ultimate, has delighted fans worldwide with the release of his highly anticipated new single titled ‘Ijebu’. The track showcases K1 De Ultimate’s unique blend of traditional Fuji rhythms with modern sounds, promising an exhilarating musical experience for listeners. ‘Ijebu’ is an ode to the iconic town of Ijebu-Ode…
Meta’s newly-launched Threads app attracted 30 million users 24 hours after it was launched, according to Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, who described the app as a “friendly” competitor to Twitter, owned by Elon Musk since October; experts believe Threads could appeal to dissatisfied Twitter users due to recent changes on the platform. “Wow,…
The absence of the Chief Magistrate. Adeola Olatunbosun stalled the trial of popular Afrobeat singer, Seun Kuti. The proceeding, which was slated for Monday, July 3, at the Yaba Magistrates’s court, was adjourned as a result of the Magistrate’s absence. Olatunbosun was said to have resumed her administrative leave and was thus absent in court.Following…
Hong Kong stocks suffered their worst day in four months on Thursday, with the Hang Seng (HSI) Index dropping 3%, the largest decline since March, as a result of Goldman Sachs downgrading major Chinese banks due to local government debt risks and the US Federal Reserve’s hawkish outlook. Financial shares led the sell-off after Goldman…
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has launched its latest app, Threads, in a direct challenge to Twitter’s real-time conversation space. The app, which bears many similarities to Twitter in terms of layout and features, aims to provide a platform for real-time conversations and connecting with like-minded people. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg expressed his vision…
Anita Brown, the alleged pregnant American mistress of Davido, has said the singer is no longer the father of her unborn child. According to her, the Afrobeats crooner is “dead” to her and her unborn child. The Onlyfan star warned those harassing via phone calls to desist from doing so, stressing that she has moved…
Veteran rapper and actor Ice-T, also known as Tracy Marrow, has expressed his concern for the current generation of hip-hop artists, urging them to exercise restraint. Reflecting on the tragic deaths of prominent figures in the genre due to drug use or violence, Ice-T highlighted the losses of Nipsey Hussle, Migos’ Takeoff, Pop Smoke, and…
Music mogul and rapper Jay-Z has reacted to the hit song ‘Monalisa’ by Lojay and music producer Sarz. It’s amazing how Lojay and Sarz’s Monalisa, a song that was released in 2021, still holds the entire music industry captive both locally and globally. Recently, music mogul and Grammy award-winning rapper Jay-Z joined the long list…
Renowned actor Benedict Cumberbatch is gearing up to return as Doctor Strange in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) next year. Having portrayed the character in six MCU films since his debut in 2016’s ‘Doctor Strange,’ Cumberbatch teased his upcoming appearance, hinting at more Marvel adventures on the horizon. While it remains unclear if his reprisal…
Music mogul Don Jazzy penned down an emotional message to Johnny Drille and his wife, Rima Tahini. Following the official confirmation of his marriage by Johnny Drille with the release of a music video for his new song The Best Part, Mavin Records CEO Don Jazzy has taken to his social media platform to pen…
The rivalry between Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk escalates as Zuckerberg’s Meta teases Threads, a new app challenging Twitter’s real-time conversation space, set to launch on Thursday.Threads, resembling Twitter, emphasizes conversations, building a following, and connecting with like-minded people, according to the App Store description. The App Store description of the app offers a clear…
In a surprising turn of events, popular Nigerian musician Johnny Drille unveiled his wife, Rima Tahini, in an early morning announcement on Tuesday, July 4, 2023. The revelation came alongside the release of his music video for the song “The Best Part.” Music mogul Don Jazzy further confirmed the marriage in a heartfelt message on…
Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has contacted his colleague Ahmed Ololade, aka Asake, to beg for a music collaboration. The ZaZu singer shared the screenshot of their chat on his Instagram story. He wrote: “Boss, let’s work on something. I believe in you, Mr Money.” Responding to Portable’s plea for collaboration,…
