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Burna Boy joins Tems in Apple Music history
Burna Boy becomes the second Nigerian artist to top the Apple Music Global Top 100 chart with 'Dai Dai' featuring Shakira, joining Tems who achieved the feat in 2022.
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Burna Boy named Africa's best-selling artist of all time
Nigerian Afro-fusion star Burna Boy has been named Africa's best-selling artist of all time with 14.46 million equivalent album sales, according to music data aggregator Chartmasters.
Ndidi Denies Juju Cream Claim, Says It Was Shea Butter
Super Eagles star Wilfred Ndidi refutes Jamie Vardy's claim that he used 'juju cream' from a witch doctor, explaining it was traditional shea butter from West Africa.
Miss World SA 2026 Romanda Hombir Faces Identity Questions
Romanda Hombir, crowned Miss World South Africa 2026, faces social media identity questions similar to the Chidimma Adetshina controversy, but organisers confirm her eligibility.
Burna Boy, Shakira, Ghetto Kids Unpaid for World Cup Halftime Show
FIFA did not pay Burna Boy, Shakira, Madonna, BTS, and Ghetto Kids for the 2026 World Cup final halftime show, with exposure as the main reward.
Portable: No Grammy Without Featuring Me
Controversial singer Portable declares that any Nigerian artiste hoping to win a Grammy must first feature him, calling himself the 'new-born Fela'.
Hair Vendor Recharges N30k, Gets 509 Units on 'Band Z' Meter
A Nigerian hair vendor and filmmaker, Ijeoma Chinonyerem, recharged her prepaid electricity meter with N30,000 and received 509 units, sparking discussions about Nigeria's power crisis.
Tems first female African artist to earn Diamond single in US
Nigerian singer Tems has made history as the first female African artist to earn a Diamond single in the US, with her hit 'Wait For U' surpassing 10 million certified units.
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New Music Friday: Ladipoe, Davido, Cheque and more drop new songs
This week's New Music Friday features standout Afrobeats, hip-hop, and highlife releases from Davido, Ladipoe, Blaqbonez, Zlatan, Flavour, Masego, Cheque, and Mavo, with collaborations dominating the playlist.
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Timaya's 20-Year Hitmaking Journey: From 'Dem Mama' to 'Kontrol'
Timaya marks 20 years of hits, from protest anthem 'Dem Mama' to new single 'Kontrol' with Duncan Mighty, showcasing his enduring influence on Nigerian music.
Wizkid Headlines Two Major US Festivals in July 2026
Nigerian superstar Wizkid will headline BlastFest in Seattle on July 18 and Trillville in Minneapolis on July 24, 2026, sharing the stage with Tyla, DJ Mustard, and Shenseea.
Timaya's 20-Year Hitmaking Run: From 'Dem Mama' to 'Kontrol'
Celebrating Timaya's 20 years in music, from his protest debut 'Dem Mama' to his latest single 'Kontrol' with Duncan Mighty, highlighting his enduring influence on Afrobeats.
Sam Neill's Cause of Death: Pneumonia, Agent Confirms
Sam Neill died from pneumonia, his agent confirmed, adding the actor had beaten lymphoma before falling ill. A private family memorial will be held at his New Zealand farm.
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Wizkid at 36: 20 Landmark Achievements Cementing His Legacy
As Wizkid turns 36, we revisit 20 landmark accomplishments that define his nearly 20-year career, from Grammy wins and Billboard records to historic streaming milestones.
Mystery 2021 Post Naming 2026 World Cup Finalists Goes Viral
A five-year-old X post predicting the 2026 FIFA World Cup finalists, score, and winner has resurfaced after Spain reached the final, sparking widespread debate.
Davido Leads 2026 AFRIMMA Nominations with Five Nods
Davido tops 2026 AFRIMMA nominations with five nods as the awards return after a two-year break. The ceremony will debut a music festival in Dallas on September 12.
Reggae Singer Fantan Mojah Dies at 49, Weeks Before Birthday
Jamaican reggae singer Fantan Mojah, known for uplifting Rastafarian-inspired music, died at 49 from heart complications weeks before his 50th birthday, sparking tributes.
Burna Boy's 'Dai Dai' Hits No. 1 on Billboard Global 200
Burna Boy and Shakira's 'Dai Dai' debuts at No. 1 on Billboard Global 200 with 41.5 million streams, making history as the first World Cup song to top the chart.
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Funke Akindele: I learned screenwriting from Tyler Perry
Nollywood star Funke Akindele says she learned to write movies by watching Tyler Perry, despite having no formal film education. She has become Nigeria's highest-grossing filmmaker.
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Burna Boy Sets New Record as Most Certified Nigerian Artist in France
Burna Boy extends his record as the most certified Nigerian artist in France after his Shakira collaboration 'Dai Dai' earns Gold certification, bringing his total to 17 plaques.
Funke Akindele on Sacrifices Behind N2.7bn Box Office Hit
Funke Akindele opens up about abandoning self-care, skipping parties, and sleepless nights to deliver her record-breaking film Behind The Scenes, which grossed N2.7 billion.
Leaked Chat: Married Woman's Secret Affair with Ex-Lover Goes Viral
A leaked conversation between a married woman, Mrs. Chioma, and her married ex-lover, Uche, has gone viral, exposing a secret affair and sparking debates on infidelity.
Nigerian Woman Weeps After Passing B1 Exam in Germany
A Nigerian woman in Germany broke down in tears after finally passing her German B1 language exam, which she had failed multiple times over a year. Her emotional video went viral.
Justin Bieber joins Madonna, Shakira, BTS for FIFA 2026 halftime show
Justin Bieber will co-headline the first-ever FIFA World Cup final halftime show alongside Madonna, Shakira, and BTS on July 19, 2026, at New York New Jersey Stadium, supporting the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund.
Lateef Adedimeji, Linda Ejiofor Lead Nollywood Film Black Market
Nollywood film Black Market starring Lateef Adedimeji and Linda Ejiofor-Suleiman aims to break the Guinness World Record for largest film screening at a single venue on September 26 at TBS Lagos.
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New Music Friday: Victony, Timaya, Runtown lead fresh drops
Victony releases 'Slick', Timaya and Duncan Mighty link up, and Boy Muller goes viral as Nigerian artists dominate this week's New Music Friday roundup.
Lekan Remilekun on Father's 26-Year Disappearance
Gospel singer Lekan Remilekun reveals the emotional toll of his father Remilekun Amos's disappearance in 2000, calling it worse than death.
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Davido's 'ORIADE' Album: 13 Songs, All Bangers
Davido reveals his upcoming album 'ORIADE' will have 13 tracks, promising songs for every listener, and shares excitement about representing Nigeria at the FIFA World Cup.
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Tekno: Wizkid's 'Ojuelegba' inspired my hit 'Rara'
Tekno reveals in a new interview that Wizkid's 'Ojuelegba' directly inspired his hit song 'Rara', calling it one of his all-time favourite records.
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Top 10 Hottest Afrobeats Songs in First Half of 2026
Discover the 10 Afrobeats songs that defined the first half of 2026, from Kidd Carder's 'Bum Bum' to Asake's 'Forgiveness'.
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