Sneakers have become highly coveted collectible items, but they are also a prime target for scalpers. The global sneaker industry is valued at $86 billion, with projections of reaching $128 billion by 2030. The resale market is thriving as well, estimated to grow to $30 billion by the end of the decade. Unfortunately, this popularity…
Sensational Nigerian singer, Oluwatobiloba Daniel Anidugbe, aka Kizz Daniel, has revealed that he has called off his engagement to his mystery fiancee. The singer disclosed this in a recent chat with media personality, Angela Yee. He also revealed that he has three sons now. Recall that Kizz Daniel welcomed a set of triplets, Jamal, Jalil,…
Sean “Diddy” Combs has filed a lawsuit against multinational spirits company Diageo, accusing them of racial discrimination in their handling of his vodka and tequila brands. Combs alleges that Diageo typecast his brands, Ciroc vodka and DeLeon tequila, as “Black brands.” The lawsuit, filed with the New York Supreme Court, claims that Diageo neglected these…
Famous American rapper Tupac Amaru Shakur, known by his stage name 2Pac, will be posthumously honoured with the Hollywood Walk of Fame star. In a recent statement, the Walk of Fame noted that Tupac would receive his star in the recording category. Ana Martinez, Hollywood Walk of Fame producer, said: “Tupac Shakur was a rapper,…
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has joined the growing trend of tech companies calling their employees back to the office after more than three years of flexible work-from-home policies prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The company has announced that employees currently assigned to an office will be required to return to…
Tyson Fury has expressed his frustration with Anthony Joshua for declining his offer to fight in September, labeling him a “p* boy.” The heavyweight champion claimed to have sent a draft contract to Joshua, but Joshua’s promoter, Eddie Hearn, stated that he never received the offer. Fury’s promoter, Frank Warren, countered by asserting that Joshua…
Renowned animal rights activist and President of My Dog & I group, Jackie Idimogu, has berated chef Hilda Baci for eating dog meat. Recall that Hilda Baci, who attempted a Guinness World Record for the longest cooking marathon by an individual, recently visited her home state of Akwa Ibom with influencer, Enioluwa Adeoluwa. The duo…
Following her successful career as an athlete, Maria Sharapova has ventured into the business world by creating her own candy brand called Sugarpova, a candy line that includes chocolates, gummies, gumballs and truffles. It was introduced in 2013 and all Sugarpova candies are made from natural, non-GMO ingredients. The brand’s products can be found in…
Award-winning Nigerian singer, Tiwa Savage, has lamented the resurfacing fuel scarcity due to the announcement of the removal of subsidy by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The singer, who recently returned to the country from Brazil, where she went on holiday, said she came back home to fuel scarcity and an epileptic power supply. She also…
Nigerian singer, Olorunyomi Oloruntimilehin, popularly known as Bad Boy Timz has revealed that he was inspired by ace-musician Olamide “directly and indirectly.” He paid tribute to the YBNL boss via his Twitter handle on Thursday night. He said Olamide motivated him to be resilient when he was struggling to make it in the music industry….
A Fidelity fund has significantly reduced its valuation of Twitter, suggesting that the social media platform may be worth only a third of its value compared to when Elon Musk acquired it in October. The Blue Chip Growth Fund, managed by Fidelity, disclosed that its stake in Twitter was valued at $6.55 million at the…
Amazon corporate workers staged a visible walkout to express their lack of trust in the company’s leadership. Organizers claimed that over 1,000 employees participated, while Amazon disputed the number, estimating around 300 participants. The walkout aimed to address employee frustrations, including Amazon’s insistence on employees working in the office at least three days a week….
Wedding season is back with a bang in 2023, but couples should prepare to spend a little more for their special day. According to online wedding planning site Zola, the average cost of a wedding in the US has increased by $1,000 from last year, reaching $29,000. In major cities, the price can go up…
Nigerian singer, Oluwatobiloba Daniel Anidugbe, popularly known as Kizz Daniel, has signed his former record label boss, Emperor Geezy, to his record label, Fly Boi Inc. Kizz Daniel, who was formerly signed to Emperor Geezy’s G-Worldwide, said he has brought in his ex-boss as the new CEO of his record label, Fly Boi Inc. The…
Elon Musk has regained his position as the wealthiest individual in the world, according to the latest Bloomberg Billionaires tally. With an estimated net worth of approximately $192 billion, the CEO of Tesla (TSLA) has surpassed the CEO of LVMH (LVMHF), Bernard Arnault, who currently holds a net worth of around $187 billion. Musk and…
Rising Nigerian singer, Blessing Mariam Akiode, better known as Candy Bleakz, has said the lack of relationship between female artistes is the reason it is more difficult for them to thrive in the music industry compared to their male counterparts. She said it is particularly difficult for her to be accepted by her female colleagues…
Ryan Gosling defends his role as Ken in the upcoming “Barbie” movie, addressing critics who claim he is “too old” for the part. In an interview with GQ, Gosling responded to the social media debate that arose when the movie trailer was released in April. Gosling dismisses the criticism, stating, “If people don’t want to…
Here’s everything you need to know before seeing ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’! Watch the clip below: This video was originally published on Rotten Tomatoes
Wizkid would join some of the biggest names in the music industry that would be releasing the soundtrack for Marvel’s Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse movie. The starboy Wizkid has been named as one of the artists that would be featured alongside Metro Boomin on the Marvel animation, Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse movie. The Grammy award-winning…
Elizabeth Holmes, the disgraced CEO of Theranos, has reported to prison to commence her sentence of over 11 years for defrauding investors by misleading them about her company’s blood-testing technology. U.S. District Judge Edward Davila had previously ordered Holmes to surrender by 2 p.m. local time on Tuesday at a minimum-security facility in Bryan, Texas….
Seun Kuti shared and narrated his ordeal of how things had gone while he was in police custody.Grammy-nominated Afrobeat artist Seun Anikulapo Kuti in an Instagram live session on social media, opened up on how his time in prison and police custody had been following his arrest for slapping a police officer. The ace afrobeat…
Nvidia (NVDA) has joined the elite group of companies with a market capitalization of $1 trillion, thanks to the surging demand for its AI chips. Only eight other companies worldwide have achieved this milestone, including Apple (AAPL), Microsoft (MSFT), Alphabet (GOOG), Amazon (AMZN), and Saudi Aramco. The chipmaker’s recent earnings report and strong revenue forecast…
Behind-the-scene footage and pictures of Burna Boy and Quavo of Migos shooting a music video have surfaced. A collaboration many did not expect or see coming between Burna Boy and Quavo of the popular group Migos has happened as behind-the-scenes footage of the two artists shooting a music video together and pictures of the two…
The global popularity of Netflix’s “Squid Game” and other Korean series, along with the success of films like “Minari” and “Everything Everywhere All At Once,” has significantly boosted the demand for Asian language movies and TV shows worldwide. The rise in demand is largely attributed to the increased accessibility of global content for U.S. viewers…
Zinoleesky has got fans excited following the release of the snippet for a new song amidst rumoured beef with artist Seyi Vibez. Following the exchange of words on social media between Zinoleesky and Seyi Vibez, the Marlian Records signee, Zino has shared the snippet of a new song fans should expect from him. Although an…
Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt has issued a warning about the potential existential risks posed by artificial intelligence (AI), emphasizing the need for governments to ensure the technology is not “misused by evil people.” Discussions surrounding the future of AI and its regulation have become central to conversations among technologists and policymakers worldwide. The emergence…
Goldman Sachs, a prominent Wall Street firm, is making preparations for its third round of layoffs since September, responding to a decline in deals activity. According to an individual familiar with the plans of the New York-based bank, the company is expected to reduce less than 250 positions in the upcoming weeks. In September, Goldman…
Renowned actor Al Pacino, who has achieved acclaim and won an Oscar, is anticipating the arrival of his fourth child at the remarkable age of 83, as officially announced by his representative on Wednesday. TMZ, a popular celebrity news website, cited insider sources confirming that Pacino’s girlfriend, producer Noor Alfallah, is currently in the eighth…
Lukaku has stirred up a conversation on social media as a video of him making a public appearance with Megan Thee Stallion at Lautaro Martinez’s wedding surfaces. Belgium and Chelsea forward Romelu Lukaku became the centre of attraction on social media after the football star was spotted alongside the Grammy award-winning rapper Megan Thee Stallion…
Tina Turner, the renowned singer, expressed her joy at finding love again and getting married at the age of 73. After enduring an abusive marriage with her former music partner Ike Turner, Tina found happiness with German music producer Erwin Bach. The couple tied the knot in 2013 at their home in Switzerland, and Tina…
Yeni Kuti, daughter of afrobeat pioneer, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, has revealed that the decision by her uncle, Dr. Olikoye Ransome-Kuti, to announce that the late singer died of Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, AIDS, was initially rejected by them, the deceased’s children. She said they later accepted for their uncle to make the announcement after series of persuasions…
India has filed a criminal complaint against Rolls-Royce and BAE Systems, two prominent companies in the aerospace industry. The complaint alleges corruption and irregularities in a deal for the supply of aircraft engines to the Indian Air Force. This move is part of India’s ongoing efforts to combat corruption and ensure transparency in defense contracts….
Arnold Schwarzenegger has extolled his co-star Bruce Willis, saying he will always be remembered as a great star. The Willis family first announced that the actor would be ‘stepping away’ from acting last year, after he was diagnosed with aphasia – a language disorder. In a recent update, the family shared that his condition worsened,…
Sensational Nigerian singer, Seyi Vibez has revealed that many are unhappy with his success because they didn’t expect him to come this far as an independent artista. The ‘Chance’ crooner disclosed this via his Instastory. He said his phenomenal growth in the music industry was divinely inspired. Seyi Vibez said many are bewildered and vexed…
The concept of streaming was once seen as a permanent solution for accessing a vast digital library of movies and TV shows. Consumers became accustomed to the idea that content on platforms like Netflix would cycle through, as studios launched their own streaming services and moved their proprietary content accordingly. The removal of content became…
Seun Kuti, popular musician and the youngest son of the Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo Kuti has slammed comedian Ayo Makun, a.k.a AY, over his reason for not rejecting his national honour. It should be recalled that former president Muhammadu Buhari, through the Ministry of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs on Sunday, listed comedian AY, singer…
In a surprising development, Ford Motor and Tesla have entered into a deal concerning electric vehicle (EV) charging technology and infrastructure. This collaboration has the potential to create new challenges for other automakers in their EV strategies. The agreement will grant Ford owners access to over 12,000 Tesla Superchargers across the United States and Canada,…
Darius Livingston, a former football player who graduated from the University of California, Davis, found a new career path in commercial real estate after participating in Project Destined, a paid internship program focused on teaching young students of color about finance and real estate investing. Founded by Cedric Bobo, a former principal at Carlyle Group,…
A musical adaptation of Alice Walker’s novel about the life-long struggles of an African-American woman living in the south during the early 1900s. Watch the trailer below:
Samuel Umtiti, the French international, recently opened up about his time at Barcelona, describing it as akin to being imprisoned for four years. Umtiti joined Barcelona in 2016 with high expectations, but he struggled to meet them and eventually found himself on loan at Lecce, a newly promoted team in Serie A fighting to avoid…
Nike CEO John Donahoe addressed the rising geopolitical tensions with China, emphasizing that severing ties with the region would have catastrophic consequences for global trade. Speaking at the CNBC CEO Council Summit, Donahoe discussed the potential scenarios of China invading Taiwan and its involvement in conflicts like Russia’s war with Ukraine. He acknowledged the risks…
Tina Turner’s husband, Erwin Bach, is set to inherit nearly half of her estimated $250 million fortune. The iconic singer, known for her hit song “What’s Love Got to Do With It,” married music producer Erwin Bach, 67, a decade ago after a 27-year-long romance. Throughout their relationship, Erwin stood by Tina’s side, supporting her…
Yeni Kuti, daughter of Afrobeat pioneer, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti has said the late singer was not a good father. She, however, said the late musician was an icon and a role model. She stated this in a recent chat with media personality, Chude Jideonwo. Yeni said she never confronted her dad about not being a good…
Michelle Yeoh, the 60-year-old actress, never envisioned herself pursuing a career in acting.Despite making history as the first Asian to win the Best Actress Oscar for her role in ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once,’ Michelle disclosed that her childhood dream was to own a dance studio. In an interview with ET Canada, she confessed, “I…
Popular Skitmaker and content creator, Michael Sani Amanesi, aka MC Lively, has disclosed why he is not practicing as a lawyer despite being called to the Nigerian Bar in 2016. The Obafemi Awolowo University alumnus said he was offered N5,000 to work at a law firm.He revealed this in a recent chat with famous media…
Nigerian disc jockey, Oluseye Desmond Sodamola, popularly known as Spinall, has recounted how American hip-hop mogul, Jay-Z once booked him to perform at the “wildest party” he ever did. The celebrity DJ said Jay-Z flew him and his team from Lagos, Nigeria, to Los Angeles to perform at the party. He claimed that the rapper…
Cody Walker, the brother of the late actor Paul Walker, has chosen to honor his sibling by naming his newborn son after him. Cody, 34 years old, was devastated when Paul tragically died in a car crash at the age of 40, ten years ago. He recently revealed that he and his wife, Felicia Knox,…
Tina Turner’s hometown, Brownsville, Tennessee, is making plans to erect a statue in honor of the late superstar. The 83-year-old singer recently passed away at her home in Switzerland from natural causes. Bill Rawls Jr., the mayor of Brownsville, expressed his desire to unveil a permanent memorial for Tina, emphasizing her commanding stage presence. He…
Nigerian filmmaker Niyi Akinmolayan has shared a teaser of his upcoming kids-centered live action film titled “Mikolo.” Collaborating with Anthill Studios, the exciting big family adventure project is slated for release in 2023. This groundbreaking undertaking features notable Nollywood stars like Etim Effiong and Yvonne Jegede alongside talented young actors, Fiyinfoluwa Asenuga and Oluwapamilerinayo, who…
Seun Kuti, popular musician and the youngest son of the Afrobeat pioneer, Fela Anikulapo Kuti has updated his Instagram profile to reflect his title in Panti prison. This is coming days after his release from police detention. It should be recalled that the singer was arraigned before the Lagos State magistrate’s court and detained at…
