Author: Abdulazeez Babarinde

Nigerian singer and politician Banky W has announced that he has commenced his Master’s degree in policy at an American university. On 4th of July, 2024, the husband of one took to his official page on Instagram to inform the public of his latest feat, posting a video showing moments from his experience so far. He said, “Gave up being a CEO to become a student… because sometimes you have to let go of what’s impressive to gain what’s important. I am currently pursuing a Master’s in Policy at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. The journey of faith continues. Please…

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Media mogul, Dele Momodu, has shared his view on the custody battle between his niece, Sophia Momodu, and her child’s father, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido. The Publisher of Ovation magazine shared his opinion via a series of posts via his verified handle on X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday. Momodu said he was surprised that the Afrobeat singer filed an affidavit seeking joint custody of their child, stressing that his previous conversations with him only focused on his wedding with Chioma and reconnecting with his daughter. The publisher claimed Davido and his family have always had access to the…

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Veteran Nollywood actor, Abdulsalam Sanyaolu, known as Charles Olumo or Agbako, has talked about his life at 101, career, support and other issues. Agbako spoke with THE PUNCH’s Bankole Taiwo. Read the full interview below: Let me start by congratulating you sir for clocking 101 years old earlier this year. Did you ever think you would attain this milestone? (Laughs) How could I have ever thought I would be this old or celebrate 101 years on earth? I never thought of it. Why didn’t you envisage it? There are a lot of troubles in this world. It is a life…

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Sophia Momodu, the baby mama of Nigerian afrobeat singer, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has listed six reasons why the court should not grant the request filed by the singer for the custody of their daughter, Imade. The separated parents appeared before Justice Bashua’s family court in Yaba in Lagos State on Friday, 5th of July, 2024, as a hearing in the custody suit initiated by the Afrobeats artist got underway. The multiple award-winning artist had recently dragged his ex-lover to court seeking unfettered and unrestricted access to Imade. The motion, filed by the singer’s lawyers, Dr Olaniyi Arije,…

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Nigerian afrobeat singer, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido has seemed to have given up on the joint custody battle of his first child, Imade, with his baby mama, Sophia Momodu. The afrobeat star took to his official page on X (formerly Twitter) on 5th of July, 2024, to address the issue in an emotional series of posts. Amid the ongoing court case between Davido and Sophia Momodu for joint custody of their daughter Imade, Davido has said that she can have her. His first post read, “You are constantly bringing up the death of my child at any point…

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Popular Afrobeats singer, Abiola Ahmed Akinbiyi, professionally known as Bella Shmurda, has revealed why he can’t make a song with controversial street-pop artist, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable. The ‘Vission 2020’ crooner referred to fears as the key factor that will never make make song with Portable. Bella Shmurda made this known in a recent interview with Max FM, where he said he was not ready for Portable’s “wahala”. Shmurda confirmed that he and Portable would have good sonic chemistry but he is sceptical about collaborating with the ‘Zazoo’ crooner because of his controversial nature. READ ALSO: He said,…

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Nigerian Afrobeats singer and Mavin Records signee, Ayra Starr has compared the United Kingdom to Nigeria, saying the two countries are not so different to her. The singer made this known while speaking during a recent interview with Capital Xtra. She spoke about her time on tour with Chris Brown, the release of her new album ‘The Year I Turned 21’, and her travel experiences. The host asked, “You said that in the US, the biggest culture you’ve experienced is the food portion size. What is the biggest culture shock in the UK?” SEE ALSO: Ayra Starr replied, “I feel…

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Controversial social media influencer and activist, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan has called out Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo again concerning late artist Mohbad’s death. This was following the decision of the Nollywood actress’ move to end their online feud. The mother of two, as per request from friends and family, recently decided to stop her public spat with VeryDarkMan. However, the social media fight between the two celebrities started over disagreements related to the death of late singer Mohbad. READ ALSO: Reacting to Iyabo Ojo’s decision to make peace, VeryDarkMan took to social media to express his concerns…

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A former pornstar has sued popular rapper and music industry mogul Sean Love Combs, better known as Diddy for sexual assault and sex trafficking, court filings showed. The hip-hop artist is the target of several civil lawsuits that characterize him as a violent sexual predator. It was reported that he used alcohol and drugs to subdue his victims, and his homes were raided by federal agents this year. Combs known as both Puff Daddy or Diddy, used actress Adria English as a “sexual pawn for the pleasure and financial benefit of others” during his lavish “White Parties” in the Hamptons…

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Nigerian singer and songwriter Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi has released a new album on 5th of July, 2024. The new album titled “Lost and Found”, is a 14-track masterpiece that displays the singer’s artistic growth and remarkable vocal talent. Simi’s unique vocals shine throughout the album, blending seamlessly with featured artists such as Asa, Lojay, Chief Commander Ebenezer Obey, and Ladipoe. “Lost and Found” is a deeply personal project that explores themes of self-discovery, love, and women empowerment. READ ALSO: The album has already generated significant buzz, with two released singles, “MEN ARE CRAZY” and “BORROW ME YOUR…

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