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Nigerian record label Chocolate City Music has publicly accused popular rapper Tochukwu “Odumodublvck” Ojogwu of physically assaulting one of its employees and engaging in a prolonged campaign of harassment and intimidation against its artists and staff. In a detailed statement issued on Tuesday, the label alleged that Odumodublvck assaulted its staff member, Feyi Ajayi,…
Nollywood actress Doris Ogala has been released from police custody following a two-day detention linked to her social media posts about Lagos-based pastor Chris Okafor, founder of the Mountain of Liberation and Miracle Ministry. Ogala, 37, was arrested on Saturday during a live-streamed interview after she posted and later deleted an image appearing to…
As the Africa Cup of Nations kicks into gear, Tanzania’s head coach Miguel Gamondi has struck a tone of defiant optimism ahead of his side’s daunting Group C opener against Nigeria’s Super Eagles on Tuesday night in Fez. On paper, the contest appears heavily one-sided. Nigeria, three-time African champions and perennial contenders, will face…
For Nicki Minaj, the decision to speak publicly about the plight of Christians in Nigeria was not driven by headlines or political calculation—it was personal. The global rap icon offered that explanation during a surprise appearance at AmericaFest on Sunday, where she addressed questions about her recent comments on alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria….
Nobody saw it coming—and that was the magic. Just when fans thought Shallipopi had delivered his final mic drop of the night, Grammy-winning Afrobeats giant Burna Boy walked onto the stage and sent the Iconiq Fest crowd into absolute pandemonium. The surprise appearance unfolded late Friday night at the Landmark Event Centre, Lagos, during the…
Nearly three decades after his death, the unmistakable pulse of Fela Anikulapo-Kuti’s Afrobeat will echo once again on the world’s biggest music stage. The legendary Nigerian musician, revolutionary bandleader and cultural dissident will be posthumously honoured with a Special Merit Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2026 Grammy Awards, cementing his place not just as a…
Influencer Peller has publicly apologized after being arrested by the Lagos State Police Command for dangerous driving and an alleged suicide attempt linked to emotional distress. In a social media video, the TikTok personality expressed remorse for his actions. “I am sorry, Nigerians. Please, I’m sorry. I will never do that again. For now, I…
Global Afrobeats icon Davido is set to perform at the official opening concert for the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 in Rabat, Morocco, this Saturday. The announcement was made by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) on Thursday, unveiling a diverse international lineup designed to celebrate African culture and music ahead of the…
As he marks six years at the helm, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta asserts that his transformational project has positioned the club squarely among the elite, primed to compete for the game’s highest honors. With Arsenal leading the Premier League table, the Spaniard’s long-term rebuild has crystallized into sustained contention, shifting the club’s trajectory from top-four…
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has unequivocally dismissed mounting speculation linking him to the Manchester City managerial position, labelling the rumors as baseless. Recent reports had suggested Maresca, a former assistant to City boss Pep Guardiola, could be a candidate to succeed his mentor at the Etihad Stadium. The 45-year-old Italian, however, moved to quash the…
