As former President Donald Trump intensifies his push for a sweeping immigration crackdown, American businesses are raising red flags, warning that the policy shift could leave critical gaps in the U.S. workforce and threaten economic stability. From health care providers in Texas to cleaning companies in Maryland, employers say they are already seeing the fallout…
Nigerian Afrobeats singer, John Njenga-Njeng, popularly known as Skales, has expressed emotional distress over being separated from his daughter, whom he welcomed with his wife, Precious Hassanity, in March 2023. Taking to social media platform X, the singer revealed that he has not been able to see his daughter recently and that he deeply misses…
Grammy-nominated Nigerian music sensation, Ayra Starr, is opening up about her recent foray into the acting world, revealing that her experience on the set of the upcoming American fantasy film, Children of Blood and Bone, has significantly deepened her appreciation for actors. In a recent interview with CBS, Starr shared insights into the rigorous demands…
US-based Nigerian content creator and comedian, Adesokan Emmanuel, popularly known as Shank Comics, has described Nigeria as “too toxic,” sparking mixed reactions on social media. In a post shared on his X handle, the comedian expressed frustration with the state of the country, writing: “Nigeria is too too toxic man. Sickening.” His comment quickly drew…
Nigerian singer Gabriel Oche Amanyi, popularly known as Terry G, has asserted that his contribution to the country’s music industry is too significant to ignore. Taking to his social media platform on Wednesday, the self-styled Akpako Master declared that any conversation about cultural influence in Nigerian music would be incomplete without acknowledging his role. “You…
Grammy-nominated Afrobeat singer Made Kuti has shared his reservations about engaging in activism and political struggles in Nigeria, citing the long history of sacrifices made by members of his family without yielding lasting change. Speaking on a recent episode of the Breakdown podcast, the grandson of Fela Kuti said he is committed to standing on…
American rapper and producer Kanye West has released a surprise joint album with King Combs, the son of embattled music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs. Titled Never Stop, the project was released without prior announcement and is now available on all major streaming platforms. The album, which Kanye West executive produced, opens with a track featuring…
American music mogul Sean “P. Diddy” Combs has been found guilty on two out of five federal charges in a high-profile trial involving allegations of sex trafficking and racketeering. A federal jury on Tuesday convicted the 54-year-old on two counts of transportation for prostitution, related to separate incidents involving his former partner Cassie Ventura and…
British sports car manufacturer Lotus is considering relocating its production from the UK to the United States, a move that could endanger approximately 1,300 jobs at its longstanding headquarters in Hethel, Norfolk, the BBC has learned. While the company has declined to publicly confirm the reports – first revealed by the Financial Times — sources…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed four significant tax reform bills into law, officially renaming the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) as the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS). The newly enacted laws – the Nigeria Tax Bill, Nigeria Tax Administration Bill, Nigeria Revenue Service (Establishment) Bill, and Joint Revenue Board (Establishment) Bill – are part of…
Nigerian-born fintech giant Flutterwave has earned a spot on the 2025 TIME100 Most Influential Companies list, marking its second appearance on the prestigious global ranking. The Lagos-founded payment technology firm joins industry heavyweights including Amazon, Netflix, OpenAI, and Universal Music Group in the TITANS category – a segment reserved for companies making bold, transformative moves…
Nigerian rap veteran Reminisce has asserted that respect in hip-hop is earned through lyrical prowess, not commercial success or financial clout. Speaking during a recent episode of the On The Record podcast, where he appeared alongside fellow rapper Vector, Reminisce weighed in on ongoing debates within Nigeria’s hip-hop scene – particularly amid rising tensions and…
Nigerian Afrobeats star, Anthony Ebuka Victor, popularly known as Victony, has opened up about his personal battles, revealing he has been sober for three months and is working to maintain that commitment. The 23-year-old singer shared the update on social media, writing simply: “3 months sober, Glory,” signalling a turning point in his lifestyle choices….
Afrobeat musician and Grammy nominee, Made Kuti, has shared his personal philosophy on material wealth, revealing that he places little value on owning luxury items. Speaking during a recent interview with Pulse, the artist said his perspective on materialism is rooted in his upbringing, which shaped a mindset focused more on purpose and values than…
The Nigeria Police Force has opened an investigation into a viral video that shows Nollywood actress Angela Okorie jogging in public while being escorted by armed officers. The footage, which surfaced online earlier this week, sparked a flurry of reactions on social media – not for the actress’s presence, but for the visibly armed police…
Cardi B has addressed growing backlash over her decision to include previously released hit singles “WAP” and “Up” on her upcoming album Am I the Drama?, slated for release on September 19. The rapper took to X (formerly Twitter) to defend her choice, saying the inclusion of the chart-topping tracks was a nod to her…
Superstar Beyoncé experienced a tense moment during her Cowboy Carter Tour stop in Houston, her hometown, when a stage stunt involving a suspended vintage Cadillac went awry mid-performance. The high-flying spectacle, which featured the singer seated in a classic Cadillac lifted above the crowd by cables, took a frightening turn as the car unexpectedly began…
Global sportswear giant Nike has warned that import tariffs introduced under U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade policies could inflate its operating costs by as much as $1 billion this year, prompting a significant shift in the company’s supply chain strategy. Nike’s executives said the company is moving swiftly to reduce its dependence on Chinese manufacturing,…
As immigration enforcement intensifies under former President Donald Trump’s renewed crackdown, businesses across the United States are warning of mounting labour shortages that could hurt the economy and fuel inflation. In Maryland, Victor Moran, CEO of Total Quality, a cleaning company with over 1,200 staff, says he has already lost about 15 workers since the…
The BBC has rolled out a paid subscription model for its US-based digital audience, marking a significant shift in how the broadcaster delivers its news and feature content outside the UK. From now on, users accessing BBC.com in the United States will be required to pay $8.99 per month or $49.99 per year to access…
Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage has responded sharply to a social media user who claimed she is not as attractive in real life as she appears in photos. The singer had posted a series of images on her Instagram page when a user with the handle @nutefobayo left a critical comment suggesting that her beauty was…
Nigerian singer and producer Gabriel Oche Amanyi, popularly known as Terry G, has called on fans and industry observers to show greater respect for music veterans, warning that the habit of dismissing pioneers as “outdated” could harm the future of Afrobeats. In a post shared via his official X (formerly Twitter) account, the self-styled Akpako…
Nigerian rapper Tochukwu Ojogwu, popularly known as Odumodublvck, has sparked fresh debate in the country’s music scene by declaring his breakout single Declan Rice as the most culturally significant Nigerian hip-hop song in history. During a recent interview with The Beat 99.9 FM in Lagos, the outspoken artist addressed critics of his rap style, accusing…
Nollywood actress Toyin Abraham has opened up about the circumstances surrounding her short-lived marriage to fellow actor Adeniyi Johnson, shedding light on the reasons behind their separation and the contrast with her current relationship. In a candid conversation with media personality Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, Abraham disclosed that her family had initially expressed concerns about her union…
Hip-hop mogul and actor Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson has sparked speculation that he will star in the forthcoming Street Fighter film reboot, reportedly taking on the role of iconic character Balrog. The buzz began after entertainment outlet Nexus Point News reported that 50 Cent was being considered for the part. The rapper fueled the rumours…
Prominent Nigerian businessman and philanthropist, Alhaji Aminu Dantata, is set to be laid to rest in Medina, Saudi Arabia, following his death on Saturday in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. He was 94. Dantata, a respected patriarch of one of Nigeria’s most influential business families and an uncle to Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, had…
Monster and CareerBuilder, once dominant players in the online job search industry, have filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as they move to sell off core parts of their business under court supervision. The two companies, which merged in 2023 under the joint brand Monster + CareerBuilder, announced the bankruptcy filing on Tuesday, citing an “uncertain…
Dating app company Bumble Inc. has announced plans to cut approximately 30% of its global workforce – roughly 240 jobs – as it grapples with slowing growth and declining investor confidence. In a message to employees, founder and CEO Whitney Wolfe Herd described the decision as part of a broader restructuring effort aimed at preparing…
A U.S. federal judge has ruled that artificial intelligence company Anthropic did not violate copyright law by using published books to train its AI models, marking a significant development in the growing legal debate around AI training practices. The lawsuit, filed last year by three authors – including mystery novelist Andrea Bartz – accused Anthropic…
Nigerian music star Omah Lay has revealed that a financial boost could offer temporary relief from his ongoing battle with depression. The “Soso” singer took to his X (formerly Twitter) account on Tuesday to share a candid thought, stating that receiving £10 million or $10 million would “heal” him for at least a month. “10M…
Veteran Nigerian singer, Daddy Showkey, has publicly praised Fuji star Alabi Pasuma for standing by him during one of the darkest periods of his life. During a recent live performance at a celebrity event, Daddy Showkey emotionally recounted how Pasuma fed and supported his family for three years while he was bedridden following a life-threatening…
Nollywood star Ibrahim Chatta has opened up about a deeply personal and painful chapter of his life – the death of his first child due to financial hardship. In a recently surfaced video from a movie set, Chatta revealed that his daughter passed away in a hospital in the Iddo area of Lagos after he…
Reality TV star and influencer Tacha Akide has stirred discussion across social media after offering a candid take on the financial realities faced by many Nigerians living in the United Kingdom. In a video posted online, the former Big Brother Naija housemate – who is currently residing in the UK – challenged the widely held…
Kendrick Lamar’s smash-hit collaboration with SZA, Luther, has crossed one billion streams on Spotify, setting a new personal record for the Compton rapper. Released in November 2024, Luther has become Lamar’s fastest song to reach the milestone, achieving it in just seven months – one month quicker than his previous record-holder Not Like Us, which…
Kroger has announced plans to close approximately 60 of its grocery stores – about 5% of its total locations – over the next 18 months as part of a broader operational review. The U.S. supermarket giant disclosed the decision in its latest earnings report on Friday, stating that the closures would incur a $100 million…
Google could soon be required to provide UK users with more choice over which search engine they use, following a fresh investigation by the country’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA). Under powers granted by the UK’s new digital markets law, the CMA is assessing whether Google holds a dominant position in the online search and…
U.S. federal safety officials have reached out to Tesla following the circulation of videos on social media that appear to show its newly launched robotaxis behaving erratically on public roads. The vehicles, introduced in Austin, Texas, over the weekend, are part of Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s ambitious plan to revolutionize transportation through fully autonomous ride-hailing…
Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck, born Tochukwu Ojogwu, has publicly called out fellow artist Blaqbonez, urging him to stop declaring himself as the best rapper in the country. The two hip-hop stars have been locked in a growing rivalry that recently boiled over following the release of Blaqbonez’s new track “Who’s Really Rapping”, featuring A-Q, where he…
Comedian and former Big Brother Naija housemate, DeeOne, has sparked debate online after suggesting that Nollywood icon Genevieve Nnaji and other low-profile celebrities are losing relevance due to their absence from social media. Speaking during a recent episode of Pulse’s Hot Takes podcast, DeeOne argued that today’s entertainment industry thrives on visibility and constant online…
Nigerian street-hop singer Portable has lashed out at fellow artiste Bella Shmurda, following the latter’s recent comments about refusing a potential collaboration with him. Bella Shmurda, in an interview on the Curiosity Made Me Ask podcast with Isbae U, had said he didn’t see a musical connection with Portable and preferred to avoid any form…
Comedian and online preacher Woli Arole has expressed strong disapproval of a growing trend in Nigerian universities where student fellowship leaders allegedly request food items from fellow students under the guise of “first fruit” offerings. In a post shared on his Instagram page on Monday, Arole criticized the practice, describing it as exploitative and unnecessary….
After a seven-year wait, Grammy-winning rapper Cardi B has officially revealed the title and release date of her much-anticipated second studio album. Titled Am I the Drama?, the project is set to drop on September 19, 2025, marking her first full-length release since her chart-topping debut Invasion of Privacy in 2018. The announcement came alongside…
Renowned Nigerian filmmaker and producer, Kayode Peters, has reportedly passed away in Canada at the age of 49. The news of his death emerged on Saturday, June 28, 2025, though details surrounding the circumstances remain unknown at the time of this report. Seun Oloketuyi, a fellow filmmaker and founder of the Best of Nollywood (BON)…
Nike is elevating the standard for running comfort with the introduction of two new additions to its Vomero line – the Vomero Premium and Vomero Plus – both built with bold stack heights and cutting-edge cushioning tech aimed at delivering maximum comfort and energy return. At the forefront of this innovation is the Nike Vomero…
Tesla has officially kicked off its long-anticipated robotaxi pilot in Austin, Texas, marking a cautious but significant step into the self-driving ride-hailing space. The electric carmaker began offering limited paid rides over the weekend, as seen in footage shared via Tesla’s official X (formerly Twitter) account. The initial rollout featured a small fleet of Tesla…
Ilkka Paananen, CEO of Finnish mobile gaming giant Supercell, says the mobile gaming industry must take bolder risks to stay relevant in an increasingly crowded digital landscape. Speaking from Supercell’s Helsinki headquarters, Paananen said the company – best known for blockbuster titles like Clash of Clans and Brawl Stars – is ramping up investment in…
Nigerian music star Tiwa Savage has opened up about the challenges she faced while recording her R.E.D album during pregnancy, revealing that the experience significantly affected her vocal range. Speaking in a recent interview on Afrobeats Intelligence, the award-winning singer shared how the physical changes of pregnancy impacted her performance in the studio, forcing her…
Nigerian singer Gabriel Oche Amanyi, popularly known as Terry G, has sparked conversation on social media after declaring that he was the trailblazer who gave artists the confidence to smoke cannabis openly on screen. In a post shared on his X (formerly Twitter) account on Sunday, the “Free Madness” crooner said his boldness and sacrifices…
Nollywood actress Angela Okorie has opened up about what she describes as the “real truth” about who she is, countering widespread misconceptions that have trailed her career. In a heartfelt post on Instagram, the actress said many people have misunderstood her outspoken nature, but at her core, she is a kind-hearted, forgiving person who chooses…
Nollywood actress Esther Nwachukwu, popularly known as Esther Sky, has weighed in on the Edochie family dispute, advising May Edochie to dissociate herself completely from her estranged husband, Yul Edochie, by dropping his surname. Her remarks come in the wake of a fresh controversy involving Yul’s brother, Linc Edochie, and his new wife, Yinka, who…
