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,…
“Just weeks after hugely disruptive protests and strikes over pension reforms in France finally died down, businesses in the country are grappling with the fallout from a week of rioting,” reports CNN. According to the French business association, MEDEF, the riots, sparked by the fatal shooting of a teenager by a police officer, have caused…
“The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has certified for testing a vehicle that a California startup describes as a flying car — the first fully electric vehicle that can both fly and travel on roads to receive US government approval,” reports Alef Automotive. According to Alef Automotive, their vehicle/aircraft called the “Model A” is unique as…
Paul Atreides unites with Chani and the Fremen while seeking revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the universe, he must prevent a terrible future only he can foresee. The movie is scheduled to be released on November 3, 2023. Watch…
Nigerian singer-songwriter Harrysong has dropped his album, “God Amongst Men.” This body of work consists of 15 tracks featuring a star-studded lineup of artists including Olamide, Fireboy DML, Nandy, Majeeed, Camidoh, Kolaboy, Demarco, and DJ 3gga. ‘God Amongst Men’ includes two previously released singles: “She Knows,” featuring the talented duo Olamide and Fireboy DML, and…
Nollywood actress-cum-politician, Tonto Dikeh, has left many in shock over an ominous post she shared recently. The thespian, in a post shared via her Instastory on Sunday, tasked her followers to remind her kids of her love and sacrifices for them if she “pass away unexpectedly.” The post reads: “If I pass away unexpectedly, remind…
An Australian project management firm has filed a lawsuit against Twitter in a US court seeking cumulative payments of about A$1 million ($665,000) over alleged non-payment of bills for work done in four countries, court filings showed. Sydney-based private company Facilitate Corp on June 29 filed the suit in the United States District Court for…
As Davido kicked off his Timeless tour at the Capital One Arena in Washington DC, the singer took to the stage to create magic and memorable moments on the night for fans. The Timeless concert held at the Capital One Arena in Washington was a sight to behold as it was fully packed with a…
With just five words, a recent tweet from Kraft Heinz sparked a bit of a debate about how you should store your ketchup. “FYI,” began the tweet from the United Kingdom-based branch of the food and beverage company. “Ketchup. Goes. In. The. Fridge!!!” Kraft Heinz, whose ketchup is among its popular condiments, shared the heavily…
Wizkid and Tems took to the stage for the first time in 2023, and the audience could not hide their excitement at the duo. The Essence Festival 2023 in the US was an unforgettable event that brought together some of the best artists in the music industry. Among them were the iconic duo, Wizkid and…
Saudi Arabia and Russia announced Monday that they would make additional cuts to oil supply as a global economic slowdown hangs over the outlook for energy demand. “Saudi Arabia will extend a cut of 1 million barrels a day in its oil production at least until the end of August,” said the world’s biggest exporter…
Popular Nollywood actress, Etinosa Idemudia, has narrated how her estranged husband once tortured her to confess if she was cheating on him. She said he tied her up and plunged my head into water in the night, threatening her to confess.The thespian opened up on her brutal experience of domestic violence during her stint in…
BYD outpaced Tesla in the second quarter as the Chinese carmaker posted record sales of hybrid and electric vehicles. Between April and June, BYD (BYDDF) sold more than 700,000 vehicles, almost double the number sold in the same quarter last year and setting a new quarterly record. On Sunday, Tesla (TSLA) announced it had achieved…
American singer Selena Gomez has penned a note of gratitude to Nigerian singer Rema for giving her the opportunity to feature in his viral hit ‘Calm Down.’ Selena, on her Instagram page, shared two photos of herself and Rema from the song ‘Calm Down,’ and thanked him for changing her life forever. She wrote, “This…
The story goes back to 1999 when the renowned rapper Eminem embarked on a journey with MTV for a show called Going Back, where he sought to reconnect with his roots in Detroit.Among the key destinations was the very house he once called home—an iconic place immortalized on the cover of ‘The Marshall Mathers LP,’…
The tragic passing of the legendary Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gigi, and the helicopter crew in 2020 sent shockwaves through the world. As fans mourned the loss of the basketball icon, there was an unprecedented surge in demand for his sneakers. Finding a pair of Kobe sneakers at a reasonable price became nearly impossible. The…
