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AMVCA 2026: Sola Sobowale, Kanayo O. Kanayo bag Industry Merit awards

Nollywood veterans Sola Sobowale and Kanayo O. Kanayo have been honoured with the prestigious Industry Merit Awards at the 2026 edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA). The duo received the special recognition on Saturday night during the 12th AMVCA ceremony held at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos. The Industry Merit Award is one of the highest honours of the night, reserved for screen legends whose careers have significantly shaped the Nigerian film landscape. Organisers said Sobowale and Kanayo were selected for their decades long contributions, consistency and ability to remain relevant across multiple eras of Nollywood. In her acceptance speech, Sola Sobowale – fondly known as “King of Boys” after her blockbuster role – expressed gratitude to God, the AMVCA organisers, her colleagues and fans. She paid emotional tribute to her children for standing by […]

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Kulio’s ‘Kentamine’ drives renewed global attention for Highlife music

A renewed spotlight is being cast on Nigerian Highlife music as Lagos based Afro Soul artist Chimezie Emmanuel, professionally known as Kulio, enjoys growing global buzz with his breakout single ‘Kentamine’. The mid tempo track, which fuses classic Highlife guitar licks with modern Afro Soul and subtle amapiano elements, has begun attracting listeners beyond Nigeria through streaming platforms and social media clips. Kulio explains that ‘Kentamine’ is his deliberate effort to reintroduce younger audiences to the warmth and storytelling tradition of Highlife, while still sounding current enough for today’s playlists. He blends live horns, rhythmic percussion and call and response backing vocals reminiscent of legends like Osita Osadebe and Oliver De Coque, wrapped in contemporary production. According to the singer, the song’s lyrics draw from everyday Lagos experiences, love, hustle and social commentary – themes that have long defined Highlife […]

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Remi Tinubu celebrates Waka Queen Salawa Abeni at 65

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has joined family, fans and associates to celebrate veteran Waka music legend, Queen Salawa Abeni, as she marks her 65th birthday. In a goodwill message, the First Lady described Salawa Abeni as a timeless musical icon whose voice and artistry have inspired generations across Nigeria and beyond. Remi Tinubu praised the singer for flying the flag of indigenous Waka music for decades and for using her talent to promote Yoruba culture, values and positive social messages. She noted that Salawa’s consistency on stage and record has made her a reference point for younger female artists seeking longevity in the industry. Born on May 5, 1961, Salawa Abeni Alidu has been a dominant figure in Nigeria’s traditional and fuji‑adjacent music space since the late 1970s. In 1992, the Alaafin of Oyo formally crowned her the […]

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BBNaija’s Ilebaye in hospital as father is arrested for assault – FCT Police

Big Brother Naija 2023 All Stars winner, Ilebaye Odiniya, has been hospitalised after allegedly being assaulted by her father, prompting the Federal Capital Territory Police Command to arrest him. The disturbing incident followed a midnight distress call from the family’s residence in the Royal Anchor Estate, Wuye, Abuja. In a statement on Saturday, FCT police spokesperson SP Josephine Adeh said officers responded to a report at about 12:00 a.m. on May 9, 2026, about an ongoing physical assault on Ilebaye by her father, Hon. Emmanuel Odiniya. A patrol team from Wuye Division, backed by operatives from the Department of Operations and the Police Public Relations Officer, was immediately deployed to the location. Upon arrival, officers initially met the gate to the residence locked and experienced a standoff before eventually gaining access at about 2:30 a.m. Ilebaye was found with visible […]

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Adekunle Gold reveals gender of newborn, dismisses twin rumours

Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold has revealed that he and his wife, fellow music star Simi, recently welcomed a baby boy, putting to rest widespread rumours that the couple had twins. The Orente crooner made the clarification during a chat on US morning show Great Day Houston, where he spoke about family life and his growing responsibilities as a father of two. In the interview, Adekunle Gold clearly stated that the viral reports about Simi giving birth to twins were untrue. “My wife and I didn’t give birth to twins, it’s just internet rumours, we have a son,” he was quoted as saying, while expressing gratitude for their expanding family. The couple had first confirmed the arrival of their second child in March, when Simi shared photos from a maternity shoot and revealed that the baby was born on March 10, […]

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Rihanna’s ‘Who’s Dat Girl’ post sparks Tyla, Ayra Starr fan clash

Rihanna has ignited a fresh wave of stan drama after using Ayra Starr’s hit song Who’s Dat Girl in her Met Gala 2026 recap video, triggering heated exchanges between the fan bases of South Africa’s Tyla and Nigeria’s Ayra Starr. The clip, shared on her social media pages, arrived just days after a viral “snub” moment at the Met Gala where Rihanna appeared to ignore Tyla on the red carpet, giving online debates new fuel. In the recap, Rihanna soundtracked her behind the scenes highlights with Ayra Starr’s collaboration with Rema, a choice many fans immediately interpreted as a public co sign for the Nigerian star. Supporters of Ayra flooded timelines with celebratory posts, insisting the move showed that their fave had earned recognition from one of her biggest inspirations in music. On the flip side, sections of Tyla’s fan […]

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SB Live band set to thrill audience in Lagos

Popular Nigerian live band SB Live is set to thrill fun seekers in Lagos with another high energy performance that promises live music at its best. The multiple award winning crossover band, led by frontman Seun Bankole, has built a strong reputation for electrifying shows that blend afrobeats, highlife, juju, fuji and contemporary pop. Organisers say the Lagos outing will feature SB Live delivering an extended set packed with fan favourites, original compositions and creative renditions of classic Nigerian and international hits. Guests can expect the band’s trademark seamless transitions, crowd interaction and spontaneous medleys that often keep audiences on their feet from start to finish. The group, often described as one of the top live bands in the country, is no stranger to high profile stages, having performed at major corporate events, weddings, festivals and government functions in Lagos […]

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Rihanna’s ‘Who’s Dat Girl’ video fuels Tyla, Ayra Starr fan rivalry

Rihanna has unintentionally reignited stan wars between the fan bases of South African singer Tyla and Nigerian star Ayra Starr after posting a clip soundtracked by Ayra’s hit single Who’s Dat Girl. The video, shared on her social media pages, immediately sparked intense reactions as fans debated whether the choice of song was a subtle show of support for Ayra amid ongoing comparisons with Tyla. For months, supporters of both young Afrobeats divas have clashed online over who is the “new Rihanna,” with Tyla’s Grammy win and chart success drawing constant comparisons to Ayra’s own rise. Rihanna’s latest post, which prominently features Ayra’s collaboration with Rema, was quickly seized upon by Ayra’s fans as proof that their fave has the Bajan superstar’s stamp of approval. On X and Instagram, Ayra’s supporters argued that the clip “ends the debate,” claiming Rihanna […]

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Davido eyes academic return with UK Master’s in Political Science

Afrobeats superstar Davido is planning a return to the classroom, revealing that he intends to start a Master’s degree in Political Science at a university in the United Kingdom next year. The multi award winning singer shared his academic plans during a recent livestream and media chats, describing the move as part of his personal growth beyond music. Davido clarified that the postgraduate programme will be a one year course in the UK and not at Adeleke University, as some fans had speculated. He noted that he already holds a Bachelor’s degree from Babcock University, which he completed in 2015, and also has an honorary doctorate in Music from Clifford University. According to clips shared on social media, the singer said he is excited about going back to school and eager to deepen his understanding of politics and governance. He […]

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Uche Montana celebrates 35m views for ‘Monica’ two part release

Nollywood actress and filmmaker Uche Montana is celebrating a major digital milestone after her hit movie Monica and its sequel collectively surpassed 35 million views on YouTube. The two part project has become one of the standout success stories of Nollywood’s fast growing direct to YouTube ecosystem. The first instalment of Monica, released earlier on her channel Uche Montana TV, steadily built a massive audience and has now crossed well over 20 million views. Riding on that momentum, the sequel Monica 2 raced out of the blocks, pulling in over 10 million views within its first two days online and climbing beyond 11 million within 48 hours. According to figures highlighted in recent reports, Monica 2 hit about 1.2 million views in its first four hours, rose past four million by the 12 hour mark and crossed six million within […]

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