Popular Nigerian gospel artist Moses Bliss has expressed his deep gratitude for his marriage, describing his wife, Marie, as “perfection in human form” while reflecting on their union over a year after they tied the knot. In an emotional interview with Chude Jideonwo, the Too Faithful singer shared his joy and how his wife has exceeded every expectation he had about love and companionship. “I am so grateful for who I married. I feel like paying her bride price every week,” Bliss said, radiating joy. “I have gotten to the point where I thought anything you see, you take it…
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Nigerian comedian and popular skit maker, Zicsaloma, has addressed speculation suggesting he is a crossdresser, making it clear that his depiction of women in his comedy is strictly for entertainment and not a reflection of his personal life. In a recent interview, Zicsaloma—who recently underwent a nose surgery and facial enhancement procedure in Turkey—firmly dismissed claims that he engages in or promotes crossdressing beyond his content. He explained that dressing as a woman is a comedic choice, similar to how some performers adopt distinct cultural personas for humor. He stressed that this form of character portrayal should not be mistaken…
Controversial street-pop artist, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has avoided going to prison after paying a N30,000 fine for assault. On Tuesday, a Magistrate Court sitting in Ifo, Ogun State, sentenced Portable to three months in jail for assaulting a man named Osimosu Emmanuel Oluwafemi. However, the court gave him an option to pay a fine instead of serving the jail term. Chief Magistrate Babajide Ilo found the singer guilty of two charges. On the first charge, he was sentenced to one month in prison or a N10,000 fine. On the second, he was given two months in prison…
Senegalese-American singer, Akon, has stated that he played a crucial role in the emergence and international rise of the Afrobeats genre through his early collaborations with Nigerian artists and music industry players in the late 2000s and early 2010s. Speaking in an interview on Sherri, the music star reflected on his work with prominent Nigerian acts such as Wizkid, Banky W, P-Square, and D’banj, claiming that their collective efforts during that era laid the foundation for what is now globally recognized as Afrobeats. Akon noted that he signed Wizkid to his label, Konvict Muzik, in 2008 and subsequently partnered with…
Nigerian comedienne, Emmanuella Samuel, has become a trending topic on social media after firmly responding to online trolls who criticized her appearance. The content creator had shared a video on her official TikTok page, where she was seen enjoying one of the tracks from Davido’s latest album, 5ive. In the clip, Emmanuella was dressed in a simple white tank top, with ginger-coloured curly braids and long artificial nails visible as she sang and danced along to the music. Despite the light-hearted nature of her video, the attention quickly shifted to her appearance, drawing mixed reactions. While some followers appreciated the…
Nigerian singer Raoul John Njeng-Njeng, popularly known as Skales, has expressed excitement as his hit track Shake Body finds new life, trending again nearly a decade after its original release. The renewed attention comes after Barcelona’s teenage football sensation, Lamine Yamal, sparked a viral dance trend featuring the song. Taking to his X platform, Skales shared how the resurgence has reignited his spirit, calling it a fresh start for his career. He also pleaded with fans to let him enjoy the moment without drawing unnecessary comparisons to other artists. “I feel like my life just restarted again… I’m nothing but…
Nigerian singer Adekunle Temitope, better known as Small Doctor, has raised concerns about the current state of Fuji music, a traditional Yoruba genre. In a recent post on his X handle, the artist shared his worries, stating, “I stand to be corrected. I feel Fuji music is dying and something needs to be fixed urgently… After the blowing up of Remi Aluko and the likes in 2001 or 2002, I haven’t heard nor seen another Fuji artist blow up.” Small Doctor pointed out the genre’s decline since the early 2000s, following the rise of artists like Remi Aluko, and called…
Nigerian comedian and actor Ayo Makun, popularly known as AY has made peace with Afrobeat artist Seun Kuti, ending a nearly two-year-long fallout between the two celebrities. In a surprising gesture of reconciliation, AY reached out to Seun Kuti via social media, sharing a peace-offering message that signaled the end of their long-standing rift. The comedian posted on Instagram, tagging Seun in the message. “A big shoutout to my brother, Seun Kuti. Sometimes, misunderstandings happen, but what matters is that love and respect always find their way back,” AY wrote. The feud between the two entertainers dates back to November…
Social media users have reacted to the revelation by Nigerian TikTok star, Habeeb Hamzat Adelaja, popularly known as Peller. Prompt News reports that Peller shared how the burden of being his family’s breadwinner at just 19 is affecting his mental health. In a live session with actress Sandra Benede, the young star opened up about his struggles, saying he is tired of the pressure and doesn’t enjoy going home anymore. Peller said that even though he is not yet 20, he already has big responsibilities that make him feel like he’s the parent in the family, even though he has…
Popular Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw, has publicly criticized the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) for a grammatical mistake in one of their recent social media posts. Taking to the platform X (formerly Twitter), the actress corrected the board’s error and urged them to be more meticulous in their communications. The controversy began after JAMB released a statement to clarify the start time for an upcoming examination, writing: “@PeterObi, Your Excellency, I must assert that our examination is scheduled to commence at 8:00 am, not 6:00 am. While verification and other clearance processes begins at 6:30 am, it is imperative…