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In a remarkable feat for Nigerian music, Rema’s hit song “Calm Down” has ascended to the pinnacle of global music recognition, claiming the coveted title of the most shazammed song of 2023. This achievement marks a groundbreaking moment for African music, as “Calm Down” becomes the first song from the continent to top the Global […]
Popular skit maker, Chukwuebuka Emmanuel Amuzie, better known as Brain Jotter, has recounted his days as a struggling undergraduate at the University of Lagos, before stardom. He said he took several menial jobs including selling insecticides and doughnuts to cater for his tuition fees and other needs. The comic actor said he was also working […]
Popular chef, Hilda Baci, has joined the Ghanaian jollof vs Nigerian jollof debate. Baci said Ghanaian jollof, has no flavour and that Nigerian jollof is better. The former said she has tasted both Ghanaian and Nigerian jollof and can confirm that Nigerian jollof is the best. Recall that Hilda Baci defeated Ghana’s Leslie Kumordzie to […]
Nigerian singer, Adedamola Adefolahan, popularly known as Fireboy DML, has explained why 2023 has been a relatively quiet year for him musically. The singer who had an impressive global run between 2021 and 2022 following the release of his hit song Peru and a remix version of the song with British superstar, Ed Sheeran, said […]
Nigerian music superstar Burna Boy reigns supreme as the top artist on Billboard’s Year-End U.S. Afrobeats Artists Chart. The Grammy-winning artist, also known as Damini Ogulu, has cemented his position at the forefront of the genre, showcasing his immense talent and global appeal. Rema, the soothing voice behind the hit “Calm Down,” follows closely in […]
Adewale Mayowa Emmanuel, the renowned Nigerian musician known by his stage name Mayorkun, has shed light on his decision to keep his mother’s identity hidden for years. During a conversation with Taymesan, Mayorkun revealed that his primary motivation was to avoid preferential treatment. The singer recounted that during his university years, he deliberately refrained from […]
Big Brother Naija star and media personality Natacha Akide, popularly known as Tacha, has addressed the controversy surrounding her recent comments about rappers Blaqbonez and Odumodublvck. In a video message shared on her social media platforms, Tacha explained that her use of the term “upcoming artistes” was not intended to be disparaging. Tacha acknowledged the […]
Oladipupo Olabode Oladimeji, popularly known as Oladips is dead. The rapper passed away yesterday evening, sending shockwaves throughout the entertainment industry and his fan base. Sources claim that Oladips had been battling undisclosed issues privately for over two years. His family has reportedly taken custody of his remains, with funeral arrangements pending. The family has […]
In a year where he has recorded unprecedented international success for an African, Nigerian music sensation Rema sold out the O2 Arena as he announced himself on the storied stage that has serially commissioned the international ascension of Nigerian superstars. The superstar aided by a live band opened the concert with a rendition of the […]
Famous singer, Oluwatosin Oluwole Ajibade, popularly known as Mr Eazi, has said that his marriage to actress and fashion blogger, Temi Otedola, daughter of billionaire and philanthropist Femi Otedola, was not a secret, contrary to popular opinion. Mr Eazi said that the video of his song Legalise was the footage of their wedding in Venice. […]
