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Wizkid, Burna Boy, Asake to headline Afro Nation 2026 in Portugal

Afrobeats superstars Wizkid, Burna Boy and Asake have been unveiled as headline acts for Afro Nation 2026 in Portugal. The organisers announced the lineup in a post on X, describing the festival as “the sound of a summer taking shape” and revealing a mix of Afrobeats, R&B, dancehall and amapiano stars. The three day festival will run from July 3 to July 5, 2026, at Praia da Rocha Beach in Portimão, Portugal. Burna Boy will open the show on July 3 alongside South African star Tyla, Asake will headline on July 4, and Wizkid will close the festival on July 5. American R&B singer Kehlani and US rapper Gunna have also been announced as special guests. Other Nigerian artists on the bill include Olamide, Young Jonn, Darkoo, Wande Coal and Mavo, with more names expected to be added. Early access […]

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Nollywood actor Stanley Amandi held over alleged coup plot

Nollywood actor and director Stanley Amandi has been arrested alongside several military officers over an alleged plot to overthrow President Bola Tinubu’s government. A source in the Actors Guild of Nigeria said Amandi, a former chairman of the guild’s Enugu State chapter, was picked up in September 2025. He was allegedly recruited by the suspected plotters to work as a media propagandist and help drive their messages. According to government officials familiar with the probe, the accused officers are believed to have planned a violent seizure of power. President Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, Senate President Godswill Akpabio and House Speaker Tajudeen Abbas were reportedly marked for assassination. On Monday, the Defence Headquarters confirmed that an unlawful attempt to remove the Tinubu administration had been uncovered. It said the implicated officers would face trial before military judicial panels after investigations […]

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Burna Boy says he reconciled with AKA before rapper’s death

Grammy winning singer Burna Boy has revealed that he settled his rift with late South African rapper AKA privately before AKA’s death.​ In a posthumous birthday message shared on Instagram, Burna Boy expressed regret that they never got to collaborate or follow through on their plans despite making peace.​ Their feud began in 2019 after AKA was reported to have encouraged xenophobic attacks against Nigerians in South Africa, a development that led Burna Boy to publicly threaten to confront him if they ever met.​ Marking AKA’s posthumous birthday, Burna Boy wrote that they “fell out over bullshit” but later squashed their differences over Twitter DMs that nobody knew about. He said he would always regret that they never had the chance to reconnect properly or make music together.​ “Happy birthday Supa Mega… we never got the chance to really link […]

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Nicki Minaj explains why she is Trump’s number one fan

Global rap star Nicki Minaj has declared herself Donald Trump’s number one fan, saying criticism of him only makes her support stronger.​ She spoke at the Trump Accounts Summit, where she also announced her backing for the Trump Accounts initiative, a programme designed to provide trust funds for children. Dressed in a furry white coat, Minaj said she was proud to stand by Trump regardless of public opinion.​ “I will say that I am probably the president’s number one fan, and that’s not going to change,” she said. She added that negative comments from critics do not affect her and instead motivate her to support him even more.​ Minaj praised what she described as the strong backing Trump enjoys, saying he has “a lot of force behind him” and insisting that God is protecting him. Trump, who earlier joked about […]

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Korede Bello recounts journey from Islam to Christianity

Singer Korede Bello has shared a heartfelt message about his Christian faith and his spiritual journey from Islam to Christianity.​ In a video posted on Instagram, he questioned the constant focus on Jesus’ crucifixion, saying Christ’s sacrifice is complete and does not need to be repeated. He stressed that Jesus never asked believers to remember him on the cross, but that this does not mean the cross is unimportant.​ Bello said the reflection came while he was praying and looking at a cross, and it struck him that Jesus is no longer on it but seated at the right hand of the Father. He explained that when he thinks about Jesus, he thinks about his identity as being seated with Christ beside God.​ He emphasised that the resurrection is central to Christianity, citing Apostle Paul’s teaching that if Christ has […]

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Nkechi Blessing apologises to Imisi over birthday question

Actress Nkechi Blessing has apologised to Big Brother Naija Season 10 winner Imisi over a question she asked during Imisi’s birthday party that triggered backlash on social media.​ Imisi, who turned 24 on Tuesday, hosted a lavish birthday party attended by several celebrities, including Eddie Watson, Bisola Aiyeola, Kiekie, Nkechi Blessing, Mercy Eke, Brodashaggi, BBNaija Kola, Mide, Mitchy, Isabella and Kayvee.​ During a question and answer session at the event, Nkechi Blessing asked Imisi if she would ever forgive and reconcile with her mother, referring to the reality star’s strained relationship with her birth mother. Many social media users described the question as insensitive and inappropriate, sparking widespread criticism.​ In a video message, Nkechi Blessing expressed regret and apologised to anyone offended by her comment. She said she did not intend to hurt Imisi or create controversy and pleaded with […]

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Zlatan Ibile debunks viral post about babymama

Afrobeats star Zlatan Ibile has debunked a viral social media post claiming that Davita, the mother of his children, is not his wife.​ The post, which circulated widely online, was shared without verification and quickly stirred controversy among fans and bloggers.​ Reacting on Twitter, Zlatan expressed frustration with Nigerians who spread unverified content and described the post as fake. He said he usually avoids explaining himself on social media but decided to respond because of the misleading nature of the claim.​ He warned people to always confirm information before sharing it and criticised those who push agenda driven posts without facts.​ Zlatan and Davita, who share two sons, have recently celebrated several family milestones. The singer publicly supported her when she graduated from Birmingham University, and the couple also marked their second son’s first birthday.​

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Stay true to Fela Kuti’s legacy, Yomi Fabiyi tells Wizkid

Actor Yomi Fabiyi has written an open letter to Wizkid, urging him not to erase the tattoo of Fela Kuti’s image on his body despite the recent controversy surrounding comparisons between the late icon and modern artists. He acknowledged Wizkid’s long‑standing celebration of Fela’s legacy, citing his appearances at Felabration and his positive remarks about the Afrobeat pioneer.​ Fabiyi reminded Wizkid that he represents a historic revolution in Nigerian and Afrobeat music, and encouraged him to “manage this storm very well” rather than react in a way that could be seen as turning his back on Fela. He described Fela as a symbol of resistance who gave voice to the voiceless, fought corruption and made sacrifices that helped shape Nigeria’s democracy.​ He praised Wizkid for doing more than many others to sustain Fela’s legacy, noting that performing at Felabration, tattooing Fela’s image […]

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NFC hails Toyin Abraham as ‘Oversabi Aunty’ crosses ₦1bn mark

The Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC) has congratulated Toyin Abraham on the remarkable success of her directorial debut, “Oversabi Aunty”, which has grossed over ₦1 billion in Nigerian cinemas. NFC Managing Director/CEO, Dr Ali Nuhu, described the feat as a quiet but powerful signal of growth for Nollywood and proof that locally rooted stories can achieve massive commercial success.​ In a statement shared on Instagram, Nuhu said the film’s journey places Abraham in a prestigious league of filmmakers whose works connect deeply with Nigerian audiences while also demonstrating strong box‑office viability. He noted that the success reflects a solid understanding of local viewers, a strong distribution strategy and the impact of a growing cinema‑going culture across the country.​ According to the NFC, crossing the ₦1 billion threshold is no longer a one‑off anomaly but is becoming a benchmark that shows Nigerian […]

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Bimbo Ademoye wins YouTube copyright battle over film soundtrack

Actress and filmmaker Bimbo Ademoye has celebrated a major win in a YouTube copyright dispute involving her film Where Love Lives. She said she felt deep gratitude and relief after the contested claim was finally resolved in her favour.​ In an emotional Instagram post, Ademoye thanked her mother, her friends, her creative team and her loyal online “cyber family” for rallying behind her. She praised fans for relentlessly reporting the infringing content and the individual behind it until the wrongful claim was taken down across platforms.​ The dispute began when someone using the fake alias Emmanuel Davies allegedly uploaded a song from Where Love Lives to digital platforms like Spotify and then filed a copyright claim against her YouTube upload. The track, however, is fully owned by Ademoye with the artist’s consent, and the false claim led to a strike, demonetisation and diversion […]

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