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A Living Legend – BurnaBoy’s Mother Celebrates Him On His 33rd Birthday

Bose Ogulu, the mother and manager of Grammy-winning singer, Burna Boy, took to her Instastories to celebrate him as he turned 33.

She wrote, “Wishing the happiest of birthdays to this living legend. May your day be filled with love, laughter, and all the joy you bring to others every day.”

This milestone birthday comes on the heels of Burna Boy’s electrifying performance at a sold-out London stadium concert on Saturday, showcasing his remarkable talent and dedication to his craft.

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Timini Egbuson Fires Back At Troll Who Criticized His Outfit

Popular Nigerian actor, Timini Egbuson has responded to a critic who berated him over his fashion choice.

On the microblogging platform X, an online user, @MeetSunshineMay rated Timini’s outfit in a photo she shared.

She noted that even though he looked great with his glasses and composure in the photo, he needed to button up next time to make his appearance look more mature.

She wrote: “Timini, this looks great. Glasses fit into the outfit well. Composure here is a hundred, however try to button up well next time, makes it more mature. Boys ohye👍”

Responding to her, Timini queried: “Who ask you?”

Read some reactions from fans below;

Dr. Chinonso Egemba said: “Na your barber I wan meet.”

Nurse Precious said: “Over Sabi wan finish her 🤣”

Oluwanifemi noted: “Low budget Daniel R”

teeyrajj stated: “Bruh 😂😂that’s how they poke mouth everywhere …everyone has an opinion”

Jayze Son of Grace stated: “You no know say na female Daniel Regha be that?😹”

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Tems Wins Best Gospel/Inspirational Award At 2024 BET

Nigerian singer, Temilade Openiyi aka Tems has achieved a major feat in her career after she clinched the Dr. Bobby Jones Best Gospel/Inspirational Award at the 2024 BET Awards last night.

The singer and songwriter beat Shirley Caesar (“Award All of the Glory”), Kirk Franklin (“All Things”), Halle Bailey (“Angel”), CeCe Winans( “Come Jesus Come”), Erica Campbell (Do You Believe in Love?”), Maverick City Music, Naomi Raine & Chandler Moore (God Problems”), and Kirk Franklin (Try Love) to scoop the award with her song “Me & U.”

The BET Awards Dr. Bobby Jones Best Gospel/Inspirational Award is given to an urban contemporary gospel artist. The winner is determined based on sales and the overall quality of content released within the eligibility period.

The award was originally titled Best Gospel Artist but was later renamed to its current title in 2017.

Kirk Franklin currently holds the record for this category, with six wins.

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Olamide Replies Fan Who Questioned Why He Hasn’t Done Anything Useful for Afrobeat

Nigerian rapper and singer Olamide has reacted after a troll called him out on Twitter.
The troll had questioned Olamide’s contributions to Afrobeat music.
The fan had inquired about Olamide’s impact on the genre, asking why he hadn’t achieved anything significant for Afrobeat.
“Why haven’t you achieved anything useful for Afrobeats yet?” he asked.
Olamide replied with a message of peace, praying for the fan to find healing while sending him love.
“I pray you find healing. Sending you loads of God’s love” he wrote.
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We Need To Do More Because Our Industry Is Dying – Sydney Talker Calls On New Content Creators To Save The Industry

Popular Nigerian skitmaker, Sydney Talker has appealed to new and aspiring content creators to step up and take charge of the industry.

He emphasized that the old content creators have done their part and are now exploring other opportunities like movies, music, and businesses.

Sydney Talker stressed that the new generation of creators needs to innovate and own the social media space, which is being dominated by bloggers and activists.

He encouraged them to think beyond traditional stand-up comedy and music shows and instead, focus on selling out events as content creators.

He emphasized that the world needs content creators now more than ever, as everyone seeks visibility through content.

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VDM: Come And Arrest Me Too – Seun Kuti to Iyabo Ojo

Afrobeat singer Seun Kuti has reacted after he was called out by Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo.
Iyabo Ojo had slammed Kuti for being among those enabling controversial self-styled social media activist, VeryDarkMan, to constitute a nuisance online.
Kuti dared the actress to arrest him.
Kuti denied being a “confusionist,” claiming that Ojo was “an oppressor.” According to him, he was only against Ojo arresting VDM and not their social media fight.
Speaking in a video message shared via his Instagram account, Kuti said, “I’m not a confusionist. And there was no time I opposed you fighting VeryDarkMan. I only said you shouldn’t be locking people up.

 

 

 
“If you’re angry I said you shouldn’t use the police to oppress people, please, don’t be angry. Continue to be an oppressor. Use the police to arrest everyone. In fact, come and arrest me too. You guys are the billionaires, the owners of Nigeria, if you get angry, everywhere will explode. So don’t be angry.
 
“I apologise for myself and on behalf of VeryDarkMan. Please, don’t flex your power. [Hisses] Nonsense!”
Recall that VeryDarkMan was recently questioned over allegations of cyberbullying.
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Iyabo Ojo Politicised Mohbad’s Death as Movement Against Naira Marley – Seun Kuti

Afrobeat singer, Seun Kuti has made an accusation against Nollywood actress, Iyabo Ojo.
He claimed Iyabo Ojo politicised the death of Nigerian singer, Mohbad, as a movement against his former record label boss, Naira Marley.

He made the allegations while reacting to Ojo’s claims that he is “confusing” the youth for saying controversial self-styled social media activist, VeryDarkMan is “a necessity.”
Kuti said he doesn’t believe Ojo’s activism was earned at getting justice for the late singer but targeted at Naira Marley.
Speaking in a video message shared via his Instagram account, the Afrobeat singer said: “I have watched your video, Iyabo [Ojo] but throughout the video you’re just talking about what VeryDarkMan did yet you said I was the one you were calling out.
 
“But there is one thing that I hold onto, you said I’m a confusionist confusing the youths. [Yoruba] This life is wicked. I’ve been on your podcast before because I bear you no grudge. I bear you no ill will. I stand personal beef. But when it’s political… It was you guys who politicised the death of Mohbad.
 
“You politicised his death. And I don’t believe you guys politicised his death because you were looking for justice because now what’s the findings? Did you accept the government’s findings? I read somewhere that the government said Mohbad died of substance abuse. If you guys believe the government findings, what are we doing? Justice for what?
 
“I believe personally, it was a movement against Naira Marley at the end of the day. I don’t see anything other than that. You said we are fighting against bullying in the Nigerian society and 70-80 per cent of celebrities are cultists.
 
“These are gangs of bullies. Bullies bullying everybody yet everyone is their friend. The gangs constantly bully people and celebrities are their members.
 
“Everybody is a friend of these members, nobody called them out for associating with gangs even after what happened to Mohbad. What’s happening? Is there any movement against confraternities in Nigeria? Where is the movement for justice for Mohbad now?”
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Actress Toyin Abraham Reportedly Arrests X User Who Wished Death on Her Son

Nollywood actress, Toyin Abraham has allegedly had a social media user on X arrested.
The individual was reportedly arrested for wishing death on the actress’ son.

According to a source close to the user, the authorities were contacted, and the user was arrested four days ago.

The police reportedly came from Lagos to apprehend the individual.
The user had tweeted, “So na you dey promise good governance on behalf of Nigeria? Onijere seh. Your son go kpai soon” (meaning “Your son will die soon”).
He added, “Use me as first scapegoat.”
Toyin Abraham responded, “Okay then, since you say I should use you, then your wish is my command.”
Reactions to the arrest have been mixed. Some have praised Toyin Abraham’s action, while others have criticized her response.
“Well, she did good. It’s okay to come for her, which is not even necessary. What is joy is cursing her. That’s extreme,” wrote Tiwa Topeh.
“He wished death on her son, and she replied? Please, let’s not justify evil,” wrote Prank Hottiee.
“Enough of cyberbullying, that’s the best way to go. Was she the only one that voted Tinubu, make una rest,” wrote Boyam Beauty Empire.
“Excellent move, Toyin, solidly with you on this,” wrote Artist Reflections.
“Very silly guy. I hate it when they pass curses to innocent family members, especially children,” wrote Oma Dearest.
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Reality Star Neo Akpofure Celebrates 30 Birthday With Cute Photos

Former Big Brother Naija contestant, Neo Akpofure has celebrated his 30th birthday in grand style.
The reality star took to Instagram to show off stunning images of himself.
He wore a dazzling gold ensemble, complete with a bejewelled crown, and sat on a golden throne, exuding elegance and charisma.
He captioned the post: “So happy I’m thirty,”which resonated with fans, followers, and celebrities, who flooded his post with birthday wishes and goodwill.
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Euro 2024: UEFA Announce Decision On Banning Bellingham, Rice

UEFA have announced decision concerning England duo of Jude Bellingham and Declan Rice over their offensive gesture following their dramatic 2-1 win over Slovakia at Euro 2024 on Sunday.
UEFA said it will not ban the players.
The governing body have reviewed the report from match officials and have instead opened disciplinary proceedings against the Three Lions for the lighting of fireworks and crowd disturbances.
Bellingham, who scored for 1-1, appeared to have made a lewd gesture towards the Slovakia bench.
Rice was also embroiled in a spat with opposition boss, Francesco Calzona.
But they have both been let off the hook.
A UEFA spokesperson told Mirror Football: “Following the review of the officials’ reports for ENG-SVK match, disciplinary proceedings have been opened against the English Football Association for lighting of fireworks and crowd disturbances.
 
“The CEDB will take a decision on this case in due course. No further proceedings were opened from this match.”