Nigerian singer CKay, has attributed the global success of afrobeat hit songs to the trailblazing effects of the music of Tekno and Runtown. He stated this via his Twitter handle on Friday, June 16, 2023, affirming that someday in the future, the Nigerian music industry would sit at a roundtable to talk about the importance…
According to Eva Longoria, one of the co-stars of the long-running television series “Desperate Housewives,” the show would face cancellation in today’s era due to its racy and controversial themes. Speaking to Entertainment Tonight, Longoria expressed her belief that the show, which aired from 2004 to 2012, contained storylines that would cause outrage in current…
Asake has joined Burna Boy as the only Nigerian artists to achieve this phenomenal feat on the UK Charts. In just 24 hours after the release of his second studio album, ‘Work Of Art,’ YBNL singer Asake has joined Burna Boy as the only Nigerian artist in history to unlock this record on the UK…
Michael Jordan, the legendary basketball player, is in the process of selling the majority share of the Charlotte Hornets, the NBA franchise has announced. The team will be sold to a group led by Gabe Plotkin and Rick Schnall, with Plotkin already holding a minority stake in the Hornets since 2019. Schnall, on the other…
Nigerian Megastar Omah Lay, has released the deluxe version of his debut album ‘Boy Alone’.He released the new album on June 15, 2023. The deluxe version comes off the back of the release of ‘Soso’ remix featuring Ozuna which was his first release of 2023. Since he broke into the scene in 2020 with his…
Kourtney Kardashian has shared exciting news with her 222 million Instagram followers—she and Blink-182 drummer, Travis Barker, are expecting their first child together. The 44-year-old Kardashian confirmed the pregnancy, revealing that she and Barker, 44, got married last year. During a Blink-182 concert at the BMO Stadium in Los Angeles on Friday night, Kourtney Kardashian…
Asake, the Nigerian singer and songwriter, takes listeners on a captivating musical journey with his second album, ‘Work of Art.’ Seamlessly blending traditional and contemporary African music, Asake delivers a celebration of success and community through his innovative sound. The album opens with the meditative track “Olorun,” where Asake pays homage to the Supreme Being…
Mercedes-Benz and Microsoft have reached an agreement to incorporate Microsoft’s ChatGPT, a generative artificial intelligence software, into Mercedes-Benz cars in the United States. The addition of ChatGPT aims to enhance the voice-command capabilities already present in Mercedes vehicles, allowing for more natural and fluid interactions with the driver. Currently, Mercedes drivers can use voice commands…
The ongoing rivalry between two renowned Nigerian Afrobeat icons, Burna Boy (Damini Ogulu) and Davido (David Adeleke), continues to generate buzz within the entertainment industry. In a recent interview, Davido reignited the feud by asserting that he achieved fame before Burna Boy, referring to him as a “new cat” in the Nigerian music scene. Davido…
An Amazon worker and union organizer, Jennifer Bates, has been reinstated in her job after appealing her termination by the e-commerce giant earlier this month. Amazon confirmed that Bates, who became a prominent figure in the effort to unionize an Amazon facility in Bessemer, Alabama, had been reinstated following the appeals process. Bates had received…
Popular Nollywood actress and producer, Destiny Etiko has publicly called out her colleague, Ruby Orjiakor over an alleged unpaid debt. Destiny, who made the call in a video shared on her Facebook page on Friday, dragged Ruby for a breach of contract and refusal to shoot her movie after payment. In the 6-minute clip Destiny…
A series of controversial proposals aimed at addressing the airline pilot shortage is creating complications for Congress as they consider new Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) policies.One senator has issued a warning to fellow lawmakers, stating that they will bear responsibility if reduced pilot training leads to a fatal accident. The proposals presented by lawmakers include…
Grammy award-winning Nigerian singer, Wizkid, has picked a favourite between the two greatest active footballers, Christiano Rolando and Lionel Messi. In a chat with Red Radio, Wizkid was asked to choose between Messi and Ronaldo and after dilly-dallying, he eventually picked Ronaldo. He said, “I don’t watch football [laughs]. Ronaldo, I guess.” Asked who he…
Many top business leaders are expressing serious concerns about the potential existential threat posed by artificial intelligence (AI) in the near future. According to survey results exclusively shared with CNN from the Yale CEO Summit, 42% of CEOs believe that AI has the potential to destroy humanity within the next five to ten years. This…
Disney’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Christine McCarthy has stepped down from her position and taking a family medical leave of absence. Effective July 1, Kevin Lansberry, currently the CFO of Parks, Experiences, and Products, will assume the role of interim CFO. Disney CEO Bob Iger expressed high regard for McCarthy, stating, “Christine McCarthy is one…
A Reddit blackout that began as a two-day voluntary shutdown has entered its third day, with no signs of ending soon. Over 6,000 subreddits, including popular communities like r/aww, r/videos, and r/music, remained inaccessible and in private mode. This prolonged protest is in response to changes in Reddit’s data policies, specifically the decision to introduce…
Indian chef Lata Tondon has reacted after Nigerian chef Hilda Effiong Bassey, aka Hilda Baci, displaced her as the new record holder for the longest cooking marathon by an individual. We had earlier reported that Guinness World Records certified Hilda as the new record holder for the longest cooking marathon by an individual on Tuesday…
Nigeria’s tallest man and actor, Afeez Agoro Oladimeji, is dead. The 48 years old died at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) on Wednesday night after a prolonged sickness. The news of his death was made known on Thursday, in a tweet by popular Twitter influencer, Pamilerin Adegoke. Announcing Agoro’s death, Adegoke tweeted; “Nigerian tallest…
Pixar Animation Studios has released a trailer for Carl’s Date. Opening exclusively in theaters on Friday, June 16, in front of Disney and Pixar’s Elemental, Carl’s Date marks a return to the studio’s tradition of pairing its feature films with animated shorts on the big screen. Written and directed by Academy Award® nominee and Emmy®…
A jury has delivered a verdict in favor of former Starbucks regional director Shannon Phillips, who filed a lawsuit against the company alleging wrongful termination based on her race as a White employee. Phillips, who had been employed by Starbucks for approximately 13 years and managed a region of stores, was fired following the arrest…
Nigerian singer David Adeleke, aka Davido, has revealed that Portuguese football prodigy Cristiano Rolando is his “very good friend.” He disclosed this while appearing as a guest on the latest episode of the ABTalks podcast, hosted by Anas Bukhash. Davido, who made history as the first Nigerian artiste to perform at the FIFA World Cup…
In a significant shift, Modelo Especial, the Mexican lager brewed by Constellation Brands near Mexico City, has emerged as the top-selling beer in May, dethroning Bud Light from its longstanding position. This development further highlights the challenges faced by the Anheuser-Busch brand, particularly after a transgender influencer’s Instagram post featuring a customized Bud Light can…
Famous Afrobeat singer Davido, has narrated the negative impact of his fame on his loved ones. Davido made this disclosure while admitting that being famous has some perks. Speaking in a recent episode of the ABtalks podcast, the singer explained that while he enjoys the advantages that come with fame, it has had a number…
Instant Brands, the manufacturer of popular products like Instant Pot, Corelle, and Pyrex, has filed for bankruptcy under Chapter 11. This type of bankruptcy allows for the reorganization of the company rather than its complete liquidation. The filing occurred on Monday, citing tighter credit and higher interest rates as factors contributing to the decision. Despite…
Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has described those advising his wife, Zainab, to dump him over his infidelity as “bitter advisers.” The ‘Zazu’ crooner, who recently welcomed his fifth child with his fourth baby mama, actress Ashabi, claimed he has slept with many of the women advising his wife to divorce…
A US judge has granted the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) request to temporarily block Microsoft Corp’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard, a video game maker. The judge, Edward Davila, scheduled a two-day evidentiary hearing on the FTC’s request for a preliminary injunction to take place on June 22-23 in San Francisco. Without the court order, Microsoft…
Nigerian hip-hop star Olamide has celebrated singer Rema as his hit song, ‘Calm Down’ becomes the most streamed African song on Spotify. ‘Calm Down’ hit 800 million streams on Tuesday, June 13, 2023. The Plug founder, Bizzle Osikoya, shared the update on Wednesday with the caption “Amazing” via his Twitter handle, which Olamide retweeted with…
Days before the highly anticipated release of The Flash, Ezra Miller, the film’s star, made a surprising appearance at the Los Angeles premiere. Previously entangled in disturbing allegations and arrests, Miller had been absent from the movie’s press events. However, on Monday evening, they walked the red carpet, donning a white suit jacket adorned with…
Romelu Lukaku has received a lucrative offer from Al-Hilal, worth up to £20 million per season.The Saudi Arabian club is also targeting Chelsea’s Hakim Ziyech and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, as well as Manchester City’s Riyad Mahrez. Lukaku, who spent last season on loan at Inter Milan from Chelsea, met with Al-Hilal officials in Paris on Monday…
Amazon is testing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to summarize customer feedback on its platform, potentially reducing the time shoppers spend reading reviews before making a purchase. For instance, on the product page for Apple’s third-generation AirPods, the AI feature now provides a summary of over 4,000 user ratings. It highlights positive feedback about…
Famous Nigerian singer, Davido, has revealed that he still mourns his late son, Ifeanyi Adeleke who died last year. It should be recalled that Ifeanyi drowned at Davido’s Banana Island mansion in October 2022.In a recent interview with Omega, Davido said he still cries anytime he remembers his son’s death. He said many expected his…
Elizabeth Holmes, the disgraced former Theranos CEO, is arguing that she has “limited financial means” and should not be required to pay $250 per month to the victims of her crimes once she is released from prison, according to a court filing by her lawyers. This development comes after federal prosecutors acknowledged in a separate…
Controversial Nigerian media personality and actor, Chinedu Ani Emmanuel, aka Nedu, has revealed how speculations that he is a misogynist made him lose a multi-million naira endorsement deal. The comedian disclosed this on the latest episode of The Honest Bunch audiovisual podcast co-hosted by him, Husband Material, and Deity Cole. He said, “I almost signed…
When Tim Cook took over as Apple CEO from Steve Jobs nearly 12 years ago, there were doubts about whether the company had reached its peak. However, under Cook’s leadership, Apple’s market cap has skyrocketed by over 700%, reaching almost $3 trillion. The iPhone business has continued to thrive, driven by innovative features and pricing…
Nigerian-American singer, David Adeleke, aka Davido, has revealed that carrying the blue passport has made travelling overseas easier for him. He said when some of his band members are having difficulties with Visa approval, he always have an edge because of his American passport. The Atlanta-born singer said the American passport was worth more than…
Kevin Jonas, known for his role in The Jonas Brothers and his association with Disney Channel, believes that the introduction of alcohol at Disneyland has changed the culture of the theme park. Kevin, who married Danielle Deleasa in 2009, reminisced about their special night spent in the exclusive Dream Suite at the California park. However,…
The Recording Academy, organisers of Grammy Awards, has created a category for ‘Best African Music Performance.’ The category was among the three new ones announced by the academy in a statement released via its website on Tuesday. The other two newly created categories are Best Pop Dance Recording and Best Alternative Jazz Album. According to…
Grubhub, the food delivery brand, is facing challenges and has decided to lay off 400 corporate employees, which accounts for approximately 15% of its workforce. The CEO of Grubhub, Howard Migdal, acknowledged the tough decisions in a letter sent to the staff and posted on the company’s website. He emphasized the need to maintain competitiveness,…
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The Starboy Frontline Act, who recently hinted at incoming new music, might have cleansed his Instagram page for that course. Nigerian ace singer, songwriter, and performer Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has got the fans talking after he unfollowed everyone on Instagram except one. The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter is known for his mysterious celebrity personality,…
Fool.com contributor and finance professor Parkev Tatevosian compares Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOG) (NASDAQ: GOOGL) and Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) to determine which growth stock is better for long-term investors. This video was originally published on the Parkev Tatevosian, CFA YouTube channel
US-based Nigerian dancer Korra Obidi has again cried out on social media over anonymous people reporting her to Child Protective Services (CPS) and accusing her of neglecting her children. The mother of two has continued to face her new reality as a single mother over the past few months. It should be recalled that in…
In a recent interview, Arsenal and England football star, Leah Williamson has opened up on her most preferred Wizkid song. Arsenal and England football captain made this known in a recent interview during the training session with her national side she she revealed Wizkid’s song off the singer’s Grammy award-nominated album Made in Lagos as…
The indigenous rapper further went down his roots to produce a record that has the living legend Ebenezer Obey on it. Nigerian rapper Sodiq Abubakar Yusuf, popularly known as CDQ, has shared snippets of his latest song with iconic Nigerian musician Ebenezer Obey. The renowned Nigerian rapper seems to be in a phase of collaboration…
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken action to halt Microsoft’s proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard, seeking a court order to block the $69 billion deal. The FTC filed a lawsuit against the companies in San Francisco and requested a temporary restraining order. The regulatory body expressed concerns that if the deal were to proceed…
As part of the roll-out plan for his new album “Body & Soul,” Joeboy provided buses for the masses. Ace Nigerian singer, songwriter, and performer, Joseph Akinwale Akinfenwa-Donus, popularly known as Joeboy, is currently the talk of the town due to his latest gesture in helping the masses.The singer-songwriter, who is currently promoting his second…
The Reddit community is currently in the midst of a significant rebellion. Many of the platform’s most popular subreddits, where users gather to discuss various topics, have chosen to “go dark” as a form of protest against announced changes to Reddit’s application programming interface (API) pricing policies. This move has effectively shut down large portions…
The award-winning Afrobeat superstar got a standard studio built for him by his dad as part of a deal for him to stay in school. Heavyweight Nigerian singer David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has revealed why popular Nigerian celebrities used to come to his studio even while he was still a student. The DMW…
Microsoft is exploring the use of its AI capabilities to enhance its advertising business. The company has filed a patent for a machine learning model that incorporates “incrementality estimation” to predict the performance of sponsored content. Microsoft defines incrementality as the impact of ad budget on performance. The model is trained to forecast how content…
Guinness World Records has confirmed Hilda Baci as the new record holder for the longest cooking marathon. This was confirmed on their official website on Tuesday. The post reads, “Following a thorough review of all the evidence, Guinness World Records can now confirm that Hilda Effiong Bassey, better known as Hilda Baci, has officially broken…
