World football stars Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo played off the football pitch in a photo of Louis Vuitton campaign, which has now gone viral. Ronaldo and Messi took the internet by storm with a photo on featuring Saturday, featuring both iconic players in an advert for the French luxury fashion house and company Louis…
Award-winning female disc jockey, Florence Otedola, professionally known as DJ Cuppy, is reportedly engaged. The music star, in a viral video, said yes to her white professional Boxer boyfriend, Ryan Taylor, at a public concert, outside Nigeria. The Gelato crooner who appeared surprised when her boyfriend went on his kneels to pop the question followed…
Former Super Eagles captain, Austin Jay-Jay Okocha has suggested that the air conditioner at the Al Bayt Stadium, Al Khor, might have affected the Qatari players in the defeat to Ecuador on Sunday. The former Nigeria International further hailed Ecuador after the South American side defeated the host nation in the opening game of the…
By the time referee Daniele Orsato blew for the final whistle on Sunday for Qatar’s 2-0 loss in the 2022 World Cup opener, the whole visual palette of the Al-Bayt Stadium had changed, as reported by ESPN. What was once a sizeable patch of Ecuadorian yellow, a cluster of burgundy from the ultras section supporting…
Bose Ogulu, mom and manager to Burna Boy and co-founder of the Spaceship Collective which he’s signed to, has won the award for Manager Of The Year at the 2022 Artist And Manager Awards. Convened to give recognition to “talented individuals who pioneer and forge new pathways in the (music) industry,” the award had recognised…
Hot on the heels of her explosive Savage X Fenty Volume 4 showcase, Rihanna shared a sultry Reel to promote the sexy lingerie her brand has to offer as reported by Allure. Seen strutting around a room in a leather corset dress with a daring lace-up back and rose embroidery on the chest, fingerless leather…
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever has already outgrossed DC’s Black Adam. The new Marvel Cinematic Universe title, which will be the last theatrical release from Phase 4, came to theaters on November 11. As reported by Screenrant, the film follows how the various Wakandan characters introduced in the original film are handling the death of T’Challa,…
“King of Boys: The Return of the King” director, Kemi Adetiba has hinted at a sequel.She tweeted “KOB 3,” and it received over 500 comments and nearly 700 retweets in just 24 hours. You can tell everyone is already anticipating what is to come. “King of Boys” follows Alhaja Eniola Salami (Sola Sobowale), a businesswoman…
There’s bad news for France ahead of the 2022 World Cup starting as prolific striker, Karim Benzema, has had to withdraw from Les Bleus training at the Jassim bin Hammad Stadium and it looks likely that he is already ruled out at least for the champions’ first match of Qatar 2022 against Australia on Tuesday….
Afrobeats star, Adekunle Gold is the cover star of the latest issue of Gaffer. In the cover story, the singer talks about his creative process, his start in music and how he’s mastered the art of channeling personal experience and emotion in his songwriting. Read excerpts from the interview below: On What he Has Learnt…
Amjad Taha, an expert in strategic political affairs and regional director of the British center in Saudi Arabia has reported that eight Ecuadorian players are alleged to have been bribed $7.4 million in exchange for winning the match against Qatar. The journalist warned that internal sources from Ecuador and Qatar confirmed the operation and asked…
Fast X’s budget is reportedly the highest of any movie in the franchise, with a new report putting the number not far off of Avengers: Endgame’s. From humble beginnings back in the early 2000s, the Fast & Furious series is now one of the biggest action movie franchises still running today as reported by Screenrant….
Electrifying singer, Tems has added a new feather to her hat of achievements as she grosses a billion streams across all credits on Spotify. This report had come on the 16th of November from music data account, Chart Data as an indicator that an additional of the streams of all of Tems’ songs both as…
Smirnoff’s No Known Address makes a return on November 18th, hosting misfits to an evening of infamy at Hotel Smirnoff, a hotel situated somewhere in the bustling Lagos metropolis. Hotel Smirnoff’s location is secret and reserved only for those who embody the spirit of infamy. Hotel Smirnoff features state-of-the-art rooms, attitude-filled halls, infamous vibes, limitless…
Arsenal and England star Bukayo Saka has helped fund 120 life-changing operations for children in Nigeria. As reported by Daily Mail, Saka, 21, is preparing to take part in his first World Cup after earning a call-up to Gareth Southgate’s England squad – but that hasn’t distracted him from matters elsewhere. In co-operation with youth…
Chris Hemsworth’s time as Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe could be coming to a close, as the actor thinks his next appearance should be the end. As reported by Screenrant, Hemsworth’s Thor is one of the last remaining members of the original Avengers team in the MCU. Thor: Love and Thunder once again drastically…
Music superstars Nicki Minaj, Maluma and Myriam Fares are unleashing Tukoh Taka, the first-ever official FIFA Fan Festival anthem, to pump up the atmosphere at the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, as reported by The Peninsula Qatar. FIFA Sound – the game-changing initiative that combines the universal languages of music and football – collaborated with…
Nigerian singer and songwriter, Inetimi Timaya Odon, popularly known as Timaya, has given his opinion as regards getting married. During a recent interview, the veteran singer, who is currently on the media circuit promoting his latest Afro-fusion single “Sweet Us,” expressed his thoughts on marriage. According to Timaya, the current generation, unlike the older generation,…
Reactions have continued to pour from Nigerians on social as Nigerian superstar, Wizkid played Davido’s song to further pay tribute following the demise of his son, Ifeanyi Adeleke. In a viral video trending online, Wizkid during his sold-out concert held at the Madison Square Garden in the United States of America, DJ Tunez played some…
Senegal confirmed that Sadio Mane has been ruled out of the World Cup in Qatar following an injury suffered before the tournament. In a press conference on November 17, Senegal confirmed that Mane has not recovered from an injury in time to feature at the World Cup and will miss their tournament in Qatar as…
When Elon Musk took over Twitter, firings were the talk of the town. Contractors were laid off in mass with minimal notice. However now, it seems like the tables have turned. Owing to Musk’s “extremely hardcore” environment, hundreds of Twitter employees have put down their papers. JUST IN: Hundreds of Twitter employees resign following Elon…
Adesua Etomi-Wellington ‘Susu’ has released a new five-song EP called “Sue Me.” It runs just under 20 minutes, featuring the songs “Hold You Down,” “Dodged A Bullet” and “Champ’s Song,” which features Banky W. Listen to the new EP below or stream it here.
Just when we thought 2022 could not get any better for Asake, the YBNL signee bagged a notable deal which would make him the first Nigerian brand ambassador for the betting platform Parimatch. In an official statement released by the Head of PMI Nigeria, Ruby Chuku, she revealed that:“The entire team is excited about having…
Nigerian singer, Teni has released an Amapiano jam titled “Maitama” which features Mayorkun and South African artist Costa Titch. This track was produced by Jay Synths. Listen to the track below:
FIFA and World Cup organisers are engaged in last-minute showdown talks over whether beer will be sold at the stadiums during the tournament, sources have told ESPN. First reported by British newspaper The Times, it is understood FIFA are under increasing pressure to backtrack on plans to have beer available to purchase within the confines…
Losing the Middleweight title against Alex Pereira brought the very best of Israel Adesanya, who showed the best version of himself in the face of defeat as reported by Marca. Another great in combat sports was the legendary Muhammad Ali, he too showed great personality and grace when he lost his title back in 1971….
Buzzing Nigerian singer Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, is currently the talk of the town after the ticket prices for his Lagos concert surfaced. The talented singer, who has been on fire since 2022 started, maintaining his stance as one of the hottest revelations the Nigerian music scene has ever seen, will be rounding…
Legendary producer and Mavin Records CEO Don Jazzy has reacted to the double nominations received by Burna Boy and the triple nominations received by Tems ahead of the Grammy Awards scheduled to hold on the 5th of February 2023. Recall that the full list of nominees for the Grammy Awards was confirmed on Tuesday, November…
Qatar is expected to host around one million visitors during the 2022 World Cup, which starts on November 20. However, there has been a lot of criticism of the host country, since there are various ways in which Qatar does not respect human rights as reported by Marca. The country has many restrictions which would…
The whole internet is still talking about Wizkid‘s concert that rocked Madison Square Garden on Wednesday, November 16. The Afrobeats star got the crowd screaming, and DJ Tunez got the crowd hype. Wizkid definitely knows how to shut down a show. If you missed it, take a look here! Big Mood 😎 #WizkidxMSG pic.twitter.com/AHxftPHQfU —…
Since it was announced that Qatar was going to be the country chosen to host the 2022 World Cup, there have been countless examples of news and comments from celebrities who have hit out at FIFA’s choice and have blamed the organization for giving more importance to their own monetary gain than to human rights….
December just got another addition to its line-up of events, ‘Kizz Daniel Live in Lagos’, this singer and songwriter is set to deliver more memorable performances for his fans to close the year 2022. Following a noteworthy year for the ‘Buga’ crooner, Kizz Daniel will be headlining at the Eko Convention Center, Victoria Island, Lagos…
King Charles III and Prince William are not going to like hearing the news that Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s docuseries just got a release date on Netflix. AS reported by Marca, no exact date was confirmed but there was a confirmation that it’s airing during the month of December. The Royal Family already has…
Nigerian-born Israel Adesanya has been released after he was detained at a New York airport following an attempt to go through security with brass knuckles. As reported by Sahara Reporters, Adesanya was arrested on Wednesday at JFK Terminal for possessing metal knuckles. Brass knuckles, made of metal or plastic, are illegal in New York, and…
“Mercy’s Menu” is back for another season! The kitchen talk show, hosted by Mercy Johnson Okojie is set to premiere this November. The Nollywood star and entrepreneur will invite some of your faves into her kitchen to cook and talk about family, their personal life experiences, work, some of the most difficult times in their…
Brentford striker Ivan Toney faces a lengthy ban after being charged by the English Football Association for 232 alleged breaches of betting rules over a four-year period. The 26-year-old, who had been in contention for England’s World Cup squad, last week admitted he was assisting the FA with its investigation into historic breaking of gambling…
Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball will miss Friday’s contest against the Cleveland Cavaliers after re-injuring his ankle Wednesday when he stepped on the foot of a fan sitting courtside. “We’ll be without him here,” head coach Steve Clifford said Thursday, according to the Charlotte Observer’s Rod Boone. “I don’t think we have any idea how…
France have been dealt with a major injury blow ahead of their 2022 FIFA World Cup opener against Australia next Tuesday. France attacker, Christopher Nkunku, has been ruled out of the World Cup after picking a knee injury in training on Tuesday. Nkunku limped out during a training session following an uncompromising challenge from Real…
American rapper, Nicki Minaj has missed out on a Grammy Award nomination for her song Super Freaky Girl, following the rapper’s criticism of the awards categories on Twitter last month. As reported by HITC, Minaj, who has received 10 Grammy nominations during her musical career, hit out at the awards in October after revealing that…
When Kim Kardashian took a bow at the end of Dolce & Gabbana’s spring 2023 fashion show in Milan, it wasn’t just her beaded gown that glittered. As reported by New York Post, her black-and-white diamond cross and earrings from the designers’ fine jewelry collection also sparkled under the spotlights. The media personality and entrepreneur…
Burna Boy has been nominated for the 2023 Grammy Awards for the third time in three years. The nominations were announced Tuesday night. As reported by Vanguard, the 65th annual ceremony promises to be an exciting one for Nigerians and Africans as aside from Burna Boy who bagged two nominations, rave of the moment Tems…
Kanye West hasn’t been garnering buzz for his music as of late and has instead been making headlines due to a number of the things he’s said during interviews. As reported by Cinemablend, the rapper has a series of controversial comments, some of which has been anti-Semitic rhetoric. Though West’s career has been negatively impacted…
Beyoncé leads the pack of nominees with nine, according to the Recording Academy’s list of 2023 Grammy Award nominees, as reported by Guardian. With this, she equals Jay-career Z’s record of 88 nominations for artists overall and becomes the most nominated female artiste in history. The Grammy Awards for Best Album of the Year, Song…
Louis Vuitton Chairman and CEO Michael Burke has revealed plans to turn the French fashion house’s Paris headquarters into a massive complex that will include the first-ever Louis Vuttion hotel and the brand’s largest global storefront, according to a new interview with WWD. The colossal transformation is beginning this week, with the launch of a…
Elon Musk has told Twitter staff that they must commit to working “long hours at high intensity” or else leave the company, according to reports. In an email to staff, the social media firm’s new owner said workers should agree to the pledge if they wanted to stay, the Washington Post reported. Those who do…
The World Cup is nearly upon us and whilst esteemed colleague Ben Snowball has been looking at who will win and how the tournament might play out, this writer is taking a look at something a bit different. After spending some time digging into who might be the surprise stars of the tournament we’re now…
The global population will reach 8 billion today in a historic milestone for humanity, the United Nations (UN) projects. As reported by Newswire, United Nations Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres said, “The milestone is an occasion to celebrate diversity and advancements while considering humanity’s shared responsibility for the planet.” Issuing a statement, the UN said on 15…
Nas has addressed Jay-Z sharing a picture of his Grammys after he revealed his King’s Disease III track list. During an interview with Trevor Noah on The Daily Show on Monday night (Nov. 14), Esco talked about Hov’s recent picture of his Grammy’s. This prompted Noah to ask the Magic emcee about his song “Thun”…
The fallout of Cristiano Ronaldo’s explosive interview appears to have spilled over to the Portugal national team. Days after the 37-year-old blasted Manchester United and the team’s manager, Erik ten Hag, Ronaldo received a frosty reception from club and international teammate Bruno Fernandes upon the midfielder’s arrival for Portugal’s World Cup preparations. Ronaldo appeared visibly…
The Paris home of Louis Vuitton luxury fashion empire heir Benoit-Louis Vuitton was broken into and looted for “millions” worth of luxury goods, including unreleased bags, according to French media. As reported by Fox News, the incident occurred overnight Sunday into Monday at a swanky home in the high-end Seventh District of France‘s capital, Agence…
