Content creator and skitmaker Layi Wasabi has expressed gratitude to Davido and the Adeleke family for their consistent support throughout his career. In an interview with Chude Jideonwo, Layi revealed that Davido has been his most supportive friend even before he rose to fame. “Davido is my most supportive friend, even before my fame. Davido’s

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Renowned gospel singer Dunsin Oyekan has released his first single of the year, “AMEN,” featuring Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God. The song, now available on all digital streaming platforms worldwide, has already sparked excitement among gospel music fans. The official music video is set to drop

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Renowned journalist, poet, spoken word artist, and author Tofarati Ige, popularly known as Grand Tycoon, has been named one of “50 African Personalities and Brands Who Have Mastered the Art of Visibility” by Visibility 50 Africa (2025). The annual recognition celebrates individuals and brands across the continent who have successfully built influence, relevance, and impact

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For many Nigerians at home and abroad, Detty December has long been a highlight of the year — a time to enjoy live performances from top artists, reconnect with friends, and soak up the festive spirit. This year, however, the excitement has been tempered by a growing debate over ticket prices, which have surged to

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Nollywood actress Peggy Ovire has removed the name of her husband, Frederick Leonard, from her Instagram bio, fueling rumors of a possible separation. The couple, who married in 2022, have not publicly addressed the speculation. Since rumors first emerged months ago, they have not appeared together at public events or celebrated each other’s birthdays. Reports

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Nigerian singer Burna Boy has set a new record as the most streamed African artist on Spotify in 2025, amassing nearly 2 billion streams. The Ye crooner recorded 1.986 billion streams, surpassing fellow African artists including Wizkid, Tyla, Rema, and Davido. According to Spotify’s 2025 streaming data: Rounding out the top 10 most streamed African

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As 2026 began, Nigerian celebrities flooded social media with celebratory posts, sharing moments from their New Year festivities and their personal resolutions for the year ahead. Nollywood actress and filmmaker Toyin Abraham took to Instagram to thank her fans and outline her 2026 goals. She wrote, “Happy New Year, my amazing family! Thank you for

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A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dr. Ladan Salihu, has called on Pat Utomi and supporters of former Anambra State governor Peter Obi to remain calm amid discussions over the party’s 2027 presidential ticket. Salihu’s remarks come after Utomi indicated he might withdraw support for Obi if the former governor accepted a vice-presidential

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The Federal Government of Nigeria is set to strengthen its engagement with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) in 2026 by identifying at least one exportable product from each of the country’s 774 local government areas. The initiative aims to scale up production, boost non-oil exports, and enhance Nigeria’s competitiveness across the continent. This

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Troops of the Nigerian Army, under Operation Hadin Kai, have killed three suspected suicide bombers in an intelligence-led operation along the Guduf–Pulka axis in Gwoza Local Government Area, Borno State. Security sources said the suspects were intercepted before they could carry out attacks on civilians. Suicide vests and other improvised explosive device (IED) components recovered

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