Kanu or Okocha: ‘This is treachery’- Burna Boy refuses to pick better legend

Kanu or Okocha: ‘This is treachery’- Burna Boy refuses to pick better legend

Grammy award-winning Nigerian singer, Damini Ogulu, better known as Burna Boy, found himself in a dilemma when asked to decide between two Nigerian football legends, Kanu Nwankwo and Austin Jay Jay Okocha, during a chat with football icons on CBS Sports after his performance at the Champions League final kickoff show. Arsenal and France legend … Read more

Why I didn’t want Man City to win Champions League final – Burna Boy

Why I didn’t want Man City to win Champions League final – Burna Boy

Grammy award-winning Nigerian singer, Damini Ogulu, widely known as Burna Boy, recently expressed his sentiments about the UEFA Champions League final between Manchester City and Inter Milan. Despite City securing a 1-0 victory and claiming their first-ever Champions League trophy in Istanbul, Turkey, Burna Boy confessed that he didn’t want City to win due to … Read more

I became depressed after I was expelled from university – Mr Macaroni

I became depressed after I was expelled from university – Mr Macaroni

Adebowale Adedayo, a renowned comedian widely known as Mr Macaroni, recently opened up about his personal struggles with depression following his expulsion from university in 2017. He revealed that the incident deeply affected him, particularly because it was the fourth university he had attended. Taking to his Twitter handle, the skit maker candidly shared his … Read more

If I wasn’t a musician, I would’ve taken up comedy – Davido

If I wasn’t a musician, I would’ve taken up comedy – Davido

Davido, the acclaimed Nigerian singer known as David Adeleke, recently shared an interesting revelation during a conversation with YouTuber Tayo Aina. He disclosed that if he hadn’t pursued a career in music, he would have chosen to be a comedian instead. According to Davido, his natural inclination towards humor and his ability to make people … Read more

Burna Boy performs at UEFA Champions League final [VIDEO]

Burna Boy performs at UEFA Champions League final [VIDEO]

On Saturday, Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, a renowned Nigerian afrobeat artist widely known as Burna Boy, took the stage to perform at the UEFA Champions League final. The highly anticipated football match, featuring Manchester City and Inter Milan, was held at the Ataturk Olympic Stadium in Istanbul, Turkey. Burna Boy shared the spotlight with Anitta, a … Read more

BET Awards: Burna Boy, Tems bag multiple nominations

BET Awards: Burna Boy, Tems bag multiple nominations

Burna Boy, the Grammy-winning Nigerian singer also known as Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, has received four nominations for the 2023 edition of the Black Entertainment Television (BET) Awards. BET recently released a list on its social media channels, revealing that the acclaimed artist will be competing against renowned international acts such as Drake, Chris Brown, The … Read more

‘Afrobeats now multi-billion dollar industry, changing lives’ – Davido

‘Afrobeats now multi-billion dollar industry, changing lives’ – Davido

Davido, the Nigerian afrobeats sensation, has shared his thoughts on the transformation of the genre throughout his successful 12-year career. The renowned artist, known as “Omo Baba Olowo,” expressed that the African music industry has undergone a significant evolution since he first started. He highlighted the shift from a poorly-funded industry to a thriving multi-billion … Read more

President Tinubu suspends CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele

President Tinubu suspends CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reportedly taken the decision to suspend Mr. Godwin Emefiele, the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), with immediate effect. This action is said to be in response to an ongoing investigation into the affairs of the CBN and the planned reforms within the country’s financial sector. A concise … Read more

I’ll be happy if I win Grammy – Davido

I’ll be happy if I win Grammy – Davido

Davido, a prominent Nigerian afrobeats artist, expressed his excitement at the prospect of winning a Grammy award. However, he emphasized that his latest album, ‘Timeless,’ was not created with the sole intention of winning accolades. Davido shared these sentiments during a recent interview with Brut. As a predominantly digital artist, Davido explained that his collaboration … Read more

I and Wizkid used to sleep on the same bed – B-Red

I and Wizkid used to sleep on the same bed – B-Red

Nigerian singer Adebayo Adeleke, popularly known as B-Red, recently shared an interesting detail about his past on the Echoo Room audiovisual podcast hosted by Quincy Jonze. He revealed that he and Grammy-award winning superstar Wizkid used to share a bed in the Mo’Hits mansion. According to B-Red, he and his brother Sina Rambo served as … Read more

Hilda Baci denies charging N25,000 to meet supporters in Abuja

Hilda Baci denies charging N25,000 to meet supporters in Abuja

Nigerian chef Hilda Baci has refuted claims that she is charging a fee of twenty-five thousand Naira for people to attend a culinary event showcasing her skills in Abuja. Hilda took to her Instagram page to deny the reports and clarify the situation. In her Instagram post, Hilda stated that she is not organizing any … Read more

Davido used to be backup singer – B-Red

Davido used to be backup singer – B-Red

Nigerian singer Adebayo Adeleke, widely known as B-Red, recently made a statement on the Echoo Room podcast hosted by Quincy Jonze, claiming that he was the one who advised his cousin, Davido, to pursue a career in music. According to B-Red, he recognized Davido’s exceptional talent and encouraged him to start singing. He expressed his … Read more

I, Wizkid, Olamide blew before you – Young6ix tells Davido

I, Wizkid, Olamide blew before you – Young6ix tells Davido

Young6ix, a Nigerian hip-hop artist based in the United States, expressed his disappointment with Davido for excluding him from the list of the first generation of young artists to achieve stardom in the Nigerian music industry. Davido recently claimed that he and Wizkid were the first young Nigerian artists to attain fame. He also mentioned … Read more

I’m on same level with Wizkid, Davido – Iyanya boasts

I’m on same level with Wizkid, Davido – Iyanya boasts

Iyanya, the well-known singer also known as Iyanya, strongly believes that he should be considered on the same level as afrobeats heavyweights like Wizkid, Davido, and Olamide. A fan expressed this viewpoint on Twitter, stating that when mentioning established artists such as Olamide, Davido, and Wizkid, Iyanya should be acknowledged as well. The fan pointed … Read more

‘My worst fear has happened to me’ – Davido’s baby mama, Sophia

‘My worst fear has happened to me’ – Davido’s baby mama, Sophia

During a recent Instagram live session with fans, Sophia Momodu, the first baby mama of singer Davido, shared that her worst fear has become a reality. She expressed that her greatest fear was raising a child alone, and unfortunately, that is her current situation as Davido has allegedly abandoned their daughter, Imade. Sophia candidly stated … Read more

Why I was almost denied entry into passport office – Singer, Simi

Why I was almost denied entry into passport office – Singer, Simi

Simi, the Nigerian singer whose real name is Simisola Kosoko, recently shared an incident on her Instagram page where her appearance almost prevented her from entering a passport office. In her narration, she explained that she was initially denied entry into the passport office due to what was considered inappropriate dressing. Simi recounted how she … Read more

Mr Eazi richer than Davido – Small Doctor

Mr Eazi richer than Davido – Small Doctor

Small Doctor, the Nigerian singer whose real name is Temitope Adekunle, recently expressed that despite meeting the flamboyant pop star Davido, he still considers his laid-back colleague, Mr Eazi, to be “the richest person” he has encountered. During an appearance on the Echoo Room podcast hosted by Quincy Jonze, the ‘Omo Better’ crooner shared his … Read more

‘Wizkid and I are original creators of new afrobeat sound’ – Samklef

‘Wizkid and I are original creators of new afrobeat sound’ – Samklef

Samuel Oguachuba, a Nigerian music producer and singer widely known as Samklef, recently asserted that he and Wizkid were the original creators of the new Afrobeat sound. He took to his Twitter account to express this claim in response to the ongoing competition within the Nigerian music industry. Samklef confidently stated that anyone who doubts … Read more

Nigerian musicians dominate global stage

Nigerian musicians dominate global stage

Undoubtedly, Nigerian music has become a global phenomenon, captivating audiences in stadiums, clubs, and public spaces worldwide. Singers such as Burna Boy, Davido, Wizkid, Asake, Tems, Tiwa Savage, and others have gained international acclaim for their work. The country’s burgeoning music industry owes its success to factors like Nigeria’s large population and the availability of … Read more