Veteran music video director Clarence Peters has praised Burna Boy, describing him as the biggest music artist in Nigeria today. Appearing on a recent episode of the Afropolitan podcast, Peters pointed to Burna Boy’s unmatched stage energy, commitment to live performance, and well-structured support system as key ingredients to his dominance in the music industry. He highlighted that Burna Boy’s edge lies not just in talent, but in his deep understanding of what it takes to shine on stage and build a lasting brand. READ ALSO: According to him, surrounding oneself with highly skilled professionals has been a strategic move…
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Controversial self-styled investigative journalist, Kemi Olunloyo, has reignited old claims against Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo, accusing her of once being involved in adult films before achieving fame in Nigeria’s film industry. In a Facebook post shared on Sunday, Olunloyo resurfaced a statement she originally made in 2024, alleging that Iyabo Ojo once worked in the adult entertainment industry in the Benin Republic and has since tried to erase that part of her past to preserve a cleaner public image. READ ALSO: “A year ago, nobody believed me. Iyabo Ojo has been fielding a false narrative for years that she was…
Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Mary Remmy Njoku, has shared a powerful message urging believers to approach intercessory prayers with spiritual sensitivity and wisdom. Taking to her Instagram page on Sunday, Njoku offered a reflective caution to those who are quick to pray and fast on behalf of others without seeking divine direction. She emphasized that not every hardship people face should be prayed away, as some may be part of a divine process or judgment. “Be careful who you pray for,” she began in her post.“Sometimes you’re trying to bless someone that God is trying to punish. You’re fasting, interceding,…
Big Brother Naija Season 10 housemate, Ivatar, has reacted to the house’s recent wager loss, revealing that while the outcome was disappointing, it also came with an important lesson for her fellow contestants. Speaking during her diary session on Sunday, Ivatar shared her honest feelings about the result and what it revealed about the house’s approach to tasks. “I am sad we lost the wager, but I’m also kind of happy because I saw how things are done. I knew and expected we were going to lose with the way it happened,” she said. READ ALSO: “I was obviously sad…
Nigerian singer 9ice has opened up about a frightening health crisis that led him to embrace African traditional spirituality. Appearing on a recent episode of The Nancy Isime Show, the singer recounted how he suffered for six months from an unexplained illness that made him vomit blood — an experience he described as purely spiritual, not medical. When asked by host Nancy Isime whether he had ever faced spiritual challenges in the course of his music career, 9ice responded:“Several times.” READ ALSO: She then followed up with:“What’s that one spiritual battle you went through that you thought you would not…
Popular activist and online commentator, VeryDarkMan, has stirred conversation with a bold claim that Naira Marley, at the peak of his Marlian movement, was more influential than Davido, Wizkid, and Burna Boy put together — especially before the tragic death of Mohbad. He made the statement while sharing fresh insights into the late singer’s ordeal, explaining how powerful Naira Marley’s presence once was within the Nigerian entertainment space. READ ALSO: According to him, the massive support Naira Marley received was unmatched, often overshadowing even the biggest names in the industry. “Lemme let the cat out of the bag so we…
Nigerian music star Paul Okoye, popularly known as Rudeboy of the iconic P-Square duo, has issued a stern warning to up-and-coming artistes over the growing trend of smoking in music videos. In a post shared via his Instagram story, Rudeboy criticized the way many young acts now feel the need to showcase themselves smoking marijuana at the start of their video shoots. “Dear new acts, abeg, who tell una say una must smoke Igbo for camera during visuals?” he wrote. “20 seconds into the video, una don dey light up. Na your choice oh, but make sure you dey chop…
Nigerian relationship coach and social media personality, Blessing Okoro, popularly known as Blessing CEO, has expressed outrage over the arrest of her fiancé, Ikechukwu Ogbonna, also known as IVD. IVD, a renowned auto dealer, was reportedly arrested at the airport while preparing to travel to Qatar. His apprehension is believed to be tied to the lingering legal battle surrounding the death of his wife, Bimbo, in a domestic violence case still pending in court. It is alleged that a travel restriction was placed on him due to the ongoing proceedings. READ ALSO: However, Blessing CEO refuted the claim, stating that…
Award-winning Nigerian music video director Clarence Peters has revealed that he forgave his father, legendary musician Sir Shina Peters, long before they ever sat down to talk about their troubled relationship. In a recent appearance on the Afropolitan Podcast, Clarence reflected on his personal journey and the emotional growth that shaped his decision to let go of resentment. According to him, it wasn’t a conversation that brought him peace—it was the moment he realised he was not so different from his father. “I made every single mistake my father made. I’m just lucky that time and tech saved me from…
The housemates of Big Brother Naija Season 10, themed Big Brother Naija: 10/10, have lost their first wager task of the season, setting a tough tone for the week ahead. The announcement was made by Big Brother during the wager presentation on Friday night, leaving the contestants with reduced food supplies and limited privileges. This week’s wager required the housemates to stage an unmasking ball show, complete with dramatic outfits and theatrical performances. While the energy was high, the overall execution failed to meet expectations. READ ALSO: Following the presentation, Big Brother, also known as Biggie, delivered a harsh assessment…