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…
Rolls-Royce, the British engine manufacturer, has not made any decisions regarding changes to its workforce, according to a company spokesperson. The statement was in response to a report in the Sunday Times suggesting that the company was planning to cut around 3,000 non-manufacturing staff. The report also mentioned that Rolls-Royce CEO Tufan Erginbilgic has enlisted…
Yeni Kuti, popular media personality and elder sister of Grammy-nominated afrobeat musician, Femi Kuti, has revealed why the singer’s ex-wife, Funke, left the singer. She said Funke walked out of the marriage because of “communication breakdown.” She disclosed this in a chat with media personality, Chude Jideonwo. Yeni said Funke regretted her action as she…
TikTok has joined the trend of incorporating generative artificial intelligence (AI) by testing a chatbot named Tako. According to Bloomberg, Tako is designed to answer questions and engage in conversations with TikTok users. A spokesperson for the app confirmed that they are exploring new ways to enhance search and discovery on TikTok in select markets….
30 BG boss Davido has reacted to a public apology issued by singer Cheque following a video shared by the artiste. Fans on social media had expressed their disappointment following a video shared by Cheque on his social media platform. The video, which has now been deleted, was said to have had Cheque looking at…
JPMorgan Chase is undergoing a round of layoffs, with approximately 500 employees being let go across the bank, as confirmed by a spokesperson to CNN. The layoffs, which were initially reported by CNBC, are being conducted company-wide but are primarily focused on technology and operations roles, according to JPMorgan. The spokesperson stated that the bank…
The African Giant, Burna Boy, has announced and confirmed the release date of his first song of the year 2023. The multiple award-winning singer, songwriter and performer Burna Boy has announced and confirmed the release date of his first single in 2023. The singer made the official announcement that had many excited about what to…
The cost of condiments may make you think twice before squirting ketchup on your hot dog at this weekend’s barbecue. According to Datasembly’s Grocery Price Index, the average price of a 32-ounce bottle of ketchup rose from $4.08 in the week of May 16, 2022, to $5.22 in the week of May 15, 2023, marking…
The rise of ChatGPT has had far-reaching consequences across various industries, and even the field of law has not been spared from its impact. A recent incident involving an attorney highlights the unexpected challenges posed by this AI technology. Roberto Mata, who sued Avianca airlines over injuries he allegedly sustained from a serving cart during…
Famous Canadian musician, Céline Dion, has canceled all her upcoming 2023 and 2024 world tours over battle with neurological disorder. It should be recalled that the songstress had in December 2022 revealed that she was diagnosed with Stiff Person Syndrome, SPS, an incurable disease that causes one’s muscles to tense uncontrollably. Celine in a public…
In a thrilling reveal, the highly anticipated superhero film ‘The Flash’ has unveiled its final trailer, sending fans into a frenzy of excitement. The trailer, released today by Warner Bros. Pictures, provides a tantalizing glimpse into the mind-bending adventures that await audiences when the film hits theaters. Packed with jaw-dropping action sequences, stunning visual effects,…
A TikToker named Hanna Goefft, known as “hanna gets hired,” has gained popularity for sharing a video demonstrating how to use OpenAI’s ChatGPT for job interview preparation. Users have been loving her tips, considering it the easiest way to prepare for interviews that has worked for every job. Hanna, a firm believer in working smarter…
Following official confirmation of her performance at the Governor’s Ball 2023 in New York a few weeks ago, Tems has opened up on why she won’t be available for the festival. Grammy award-winning singer Tems has opened up on why she would not be present at the Governor’s Ball Festival 2023 in New York, which…
Sweet, awkward 16-year-old Ruby Gillman (Lana Condor, To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before franchise) is desperate to fit in at Oceanside High, but she mostly just feels invisible. She’s math-tutoring her skater-boy crush (Jaboukie Young-White, Ralph Breaks the Internet), who only seems to admire her for her fractals, and she’s prevented from hanging out…
Nigerian Afrobeat superstar, David Adeleke, aka Davido, has recounted how his billionaire dad, Chief Adedeji Adeleke once arrested him, show promoters and fans who attended an event he was billed to perform. He said his dad arrested everybody at the event because he absconded from school to do music against his father’s wishes. The ‘Omo…
The John Wick franchise is alive and well, and fans can breathe a sigh of relief. Lionsgate executive Joe Drake has confirmed that a fifth John Wick movie is currently in development, along with multiple spinoffs. He assured fans that there will be a regular cadence of John Wick content, indicating the franchise’s ongoing growth….
Burna Boy, Davido, Kizz Daniel, P-Square and some of the biggest afrobeats stars have been confirmed as top acts that will be live on stage at the Afro Nation 2023 in Detriot, US. In an official announcement made by Afro Nation, Burna Boy, Davido, P-Square, Kizz Daniel and many more Afrobeat artistes alongside amapiano powerhouses…
The PlayStation Showcase has come to an end, leaving us with some exciting announcements. While there wasn’t the much-anticipated redesigned PS5 console with a detachable disc drive, PlayStation has made a surprising move by re-entering the handheld console market. Let’s recap the highlights of the event. As expected, we were treated to a gameplay trailer…
Nigerian singer, Kingsley Okonkwo, popularly known as Kcee, has finally addressed his female colleague, Asa’s outburst against him last year. It should be recalled that Asa had in an interview with media personality, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu on Bounce Radio, referred to Kcee as an “idiot.” She said, “For Kcee, finishing ahead of me [in Star Quest]…
Beyoncé’s “Renaissance” tour stop in Paris turned into a special family moment when she invited her daughter, Blue Ivy Carter, to join her on stage and dance alongside other performers. The mother-daughter duo appeared in dazzling silver jumpsuits and swayed to the beats of “MY POWER,” a song from the 2019 soundtrack of “The Lion…
American reality TV star, Kim Kardashian, has said her ex-husband, Kanye West accused her of cheating on him with Canadian rapper, Drake. Kim stated this in an episode of the Season 3 of The Kardashians which premiered on Hulu recently. She said the billionaire hip-hop mogul sparked the rumours that she was involved with Drake.“He…
Elon Musk, the 51-year-old billionaire and founder of companies like SpaceX and Tesla, has made it clear that he will not be giving control of his companies to his children. Despite being one of the wealthiest individuals in the world, with an estimated net worth of $188 billion, Musk believes it would be a mistake…
Grammy-nominated afrobeat musician, Seun Kuti has recounted his experience in police detention. The singer was remanded at the State Criminal Investigations and Intelligence Department, SCIID, Panti, Yaba, Lagos on the orders of the Yaba Chief Magistrate Court for assaulting a police officer in a viral video. It should be recalled that Kuti was finally granted…
Twitter introduced a new data access tier called “Pro” in an attempt to attract startups after facing backlash for implementing a paywall for developers and researchers. However, some critics argue that the new tier is “too little, too late.” The Pro tier, priced at $5,000 per month, allows subscribers to retrieve one million tweets monthly…
The Gap Inc reported better-than-expected results, despite experiencing sales drops across all its brands and net losses in the fourth quarter. This positive outcome was also observed in other retailers like Urban Outfitters Inc. (NASDAQ: URBN), Kohl’s Corporation, and Abercrombie & Fitch Co. that exceeded earnings expectations. Gap’s shares surged around 15% following the news,…
Nigerian media personality, Yeni Kuti, has said her husband cheating on her wouldn’t be enough reason for her to abandon her marriage. The sexagenarian said her late father, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, had 27 wives but her mother didn’t abandon her marriage. She made this known in a recent chat with popular media personality, Chude Jideonwo.She said…
Whoopi Goldberg, the 67-year-old actress known for her roles in movies like ‘Jumpin’ Jack Flash’, recently expressed her opinion about “American Idol,” referring to it as the start of society’s “downfall.” During a conversation with her co-hosts on ‘The View,’ Goldberg discussed a Netflix documentary on the final days of Anna Nicole Smith’s life, and…
Jana Kramer and her Scottish soccer coach boyfriend Allan Russell have taken their relationship to the next level and are now engaged. After six-and-a-half months of dating, Kramer shared the exciting news on an episode of her Whine Down podcast. She also revealed some heartwarming details about the proposal.Russell planned a sweet and intimate proposal…
Action icon Arnold Schwarzenegger has expressed his openness to joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), and this news has sparked excitement for the potential possibilities. During a conversation with Men’s Health, Schwarzenegger shared his verdict on joining the Marvel universe, stating, “If the role is right!” These five words have opened up a multitude of…
British rapper Skepta has reacted to Odumodublvck surpassing one million monthly listeners on his Spotify account. Multiple award-winning British Nigerian rapper Skepta, who is also known as Big Smoke, took to his social media platform today, Friday, May 26, 2023, to react to rave of the moment dumodublvck surpassing over one million monthly listeners on…
Kim Kardashian is “turned on” by straight teeth. The 42-year-old reality superstar – who has North, 10, Saint, seven, Chicago, five, and four-year-old Psalm with ex-husband Kanye West – has seen single since calling time on her nine-month relationship with ‘Saturday Night Live’ star Pete Davidson last October, and has now revealed in her “check-list”…
Grammy-nominated afrobeat musician, Seun Kuti has jetted out of the country barely 48 hours after his release from prison. DAILY POST reported that the singer who was being remanded at the State Criminal, Investigations and Intelligence Department, SCIID, Panti, Yaba, Lagos on the orders of Yaba Chief Magistrate Court for assaulting a police officer in…
The AI boom is here, and Nvidia is reaping all the benefits. Shares of Nvidia (NVDA) exploded 28% higher Thursday after reporting earnings and sales that surged well above Wall Street’s already lofty expectations. That was enough to make investors temporarily forget about America’s dangerous debt ceiling standoff, sending the broader stock market higher —…
Asake and Olamide’s collaboration, ‘Amapiano’ has recorded a huge debut on the charts less than 24 hours after its successful release. An unexpected release that shocked many fans on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, from Asake alongside his label boss Olamide titled ‘Amapiano’ has taken over the charts less than 24 hours after its official release….
Ford electric vehicle owners in the United States will soon have access to Tesla’s extensive EV charging network, as announced by the CEOs of both companies, Jim Farley of Ford and Elon Musk of Tesla. Starting from next year, Ford EV owners can utilize Tesla’s 12,000 Supercharger stations through the Ford mobile app. The partnership…
The prolific Nigerian Award is about to host its 16th edition, and entries have started.Organizers of Nigeria’s popular award show Headies have made an announcement calling for entries for its 2023 edition. The Headies on May 22 called on eligible parties to submit contents that could be considered for the covetous award. As expected, the…
