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Burna Boy Nigeria’s biggest artist, says Clarence Peters

Music video director Clarence Peters has crowned Burna Boy the biggest Nigerian artist.

In a recent episode of the Afropolitan podcast, Peters attributes Burna Boy’s success to his passion for performing on stage and his understanding of what it takes to excel in the entertainment industry.

Peters noted that Burna Boy’s ability to surround himself with technically sound professionals has been key to his success.

According to him, the combination of his charisma and stage presence, has cemented his position as a leading figure in the Nigerian music scene.

Peters stated that having star power is essential for artists to succeed in the entertainment industry, drawing comparison between the music and film industries, noting that while talent is important, it’s the personality and charisma of an artist that sets them apart and makes them a star.

He said: “The performances on stage, how you’re able to hold your brand. Look, Burna Boy is the biggest Nigerian artist, hands down, because Burna Boy loves being on stage, but also understands what he needs to be on stage. He’s become technically sound because he’s been garnished with people who are technically sound, because that’s important to him.

“There’s a difference between an amazing actor and a star. The truth is, if you’re looking for amazing performances, go to the theater, go to stage. That’s not what you’re supposed to see.

“That’s not, I mean, you would get good performances, but the personality and the charisma of the actor the star power of the actor is what you go to the cinema to go see on your streaming services. So America has an issue with that. The almighty America has an issue with that too. There’s not a lot of stars. So Netflix is having it here and there because they’re not a lot of stars”.

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“Davido was chasing clout”- Verydarkman releases chat implicating Iyabo Ojo

Controversial crtic and social media influencer, VeryDarkMan has released chats of Nollywood actress, Iyabo Ojo, accusing Afrobeats superstar, Davido of chasing clout over Mohbad’s case.

It’s worth noting that VeryDarkMan and Iyabo Ojo are embroiled in a highly publicized controversy.

This stems from the critic’s claim that Iyabo Ojo apologized to Naira Marley and Sammy Larry over her comments about their alleged involvement in Mohbad’s death.

This claim comes amid VeryDarkMan’s fight for justice in Mohbad’s death on September 12, 2023.

According to the series of WhatsApp chat released by VeryDarkMan, Iyabo Ojo emphasized that Davido’s actions were insincere, stemming from his failure to unfollow Naira Marley, despite claiming to support Mohbad.

“My problem is not even the black, whatever is Davido, who flee down like he claimed to fight for justice, but he still dey follow Naira Marley “,The chat reads.

In the chat shared, Iyabo Ojo expressed her disappointment in Davido, asserting that his love for Mohbad was insincere.

“That means he was chasing clout. I am so disappointed with and to think he has been saying he is the only superstar artist who stood by Mohbad, Jess fake love 001”, The actress stated in her claim against Davido.

Earlier, VeryDarkMan released screenshots of a group chat revealing Tonto Dikeh, Iyabo Ojo, and other prominent Nigerian figures advocating justice for Mohbad.

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Oshoala pays tribute to Nkwocha, Dede, Chikwelu

Super Falcons forward Asisat Oshoala has paid tribute to three former national team players, Perpetua Nkwocha, Precious Dede, and Rita Chikwelu, for their influences on her career.

Speaking on Arise News following Nigeria’s recent WAFCON triumph in Morocco, the Bay FC striker acknowledged the impact of these ex-internationals on her development.

“Right now, if you Google players with the most goals, you’ll find names like Perpetua Nkwocha,” Oshoala said.

“They paved the way for someone like me to come into the Super Falcons and enjoy certain things.”

She added, “You have the goalkeeper Precious Dede, Rita Chikwelu, so many Super Falcons players. I was fortunate to play with some of them before they retired.”

Oshoala, 30, has enjoyed a decorated career with stints at Liverpool, Arsenal, and Barcelona.

She is a six-time CAF Women’s Player of the Year and widely regarded as one of Africa’s most successful female footballers.

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2027 is a done deal for APC in Edo — Governor Okpebholo

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has declared that the opposition in the state will collapse entirely before the 2027 general elections, as the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) continues to consolidate its influence.

 

Speaking during the official flag-off of the campaign for the August 16 senatorial by-election in Edo Central, held in Uromi, Okpebholo expressed confidence that the APC would record sweeping victories, not only in the by-election but also in future contests.

 

“This is a test for 2027. I can tell you that 2027 is sure. Before then, there will be no opposition in Edo State anymore as all will join the APC because of the developmental achievements in the state,” he said.

The governor, who was joined by APC state chairman, Jarrett Tenebe, also welcomed several decampees from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and other opposition groups. Among the notable figures who defected to the APC were Alhaji Esiwele Musa, Abraham Osazuwa, Sunny Ejie, and Robert Okoneme, along with other PDP leaders across the 51 wards in the senatorial district.

Okpebholo called on remaining opposition candidates to defect to the APC, urging them not to waste resources on a lost cause.

“I understand that it is only the candidates in the other parties that have not decamped to our party, the APC. I advise them not to waste their money but to join our party. If they give you money, take it and vote for the APC. The money is our money,” he said.

He further reiterated that the party would sweep the by-election across all five local government areas and 51 wards in the Edo Central Senatorial District. He also reassured supporters that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu would receive overwhelming support from Edo in the 2027 presidential election.

“We promised to give the President 2.5 million votes, and we are ready to deliver on our promises. We will not talk much because the election is a done deal,” he said.

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Bride price should be reserved for virgins only – Reno Omokri

Former presidential aide Reno Omokri has stated that only virgins should be regarded as true brides, asserting that requesting bride price for a non-virgin is tantamount to extortion.

He expressed this view in a detailed post shared on his official X account on Sunday.

Omokri further argued that many Africans have confused the terms “dowry” and “bride price,” misapplying their meanings despite their distinct origins and cultural significance.

He said …

“The Difference Between Dowry and Bride Price and Bride and Wife

There is a huge difference between a dowry and a bride price. But in this part of the world (Sub-Saharan Africa), we use them interchangeably. But they are not interchangeable.

A dowry is the money and property given to a female child on her wedding day, by her parents, to take to her husband’s home to become the joint property of both her and her husband.

It is practised in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.

This is in line with the Biblical injunction that a wife is a helper to her husband, not a burden-Genesis 2:18.

A bride price, however, is different. In African culture, and Jewish traditions and law, it is the property or money demanded by a bride’s family to give her away in marriage to her intended husband, on the grounds that she is a virgin. Please see Exodus 22:17, and the aso asa Ibale custom of the Lukumi Yoruba.

Exodus 22:17 says:

If her father absolutely refuses to give her to him, he must still pay the bride-price for virgins.

And according to the Lukumi Yoruba, if the bride’s virginity is not proven by the aso funfun (white cloth on which the marriage is consummated on the bridal night), being stained, the marriage is not valid and the bride price will be returned.

The exorbitant demand for property and money by some Sub-Saharan African ethnicities, who I will not identify, for a woman who is not a virgin is not legally and technically a bride price. It is extortion!

If you read Scripture, the term ‘bride’ is never used for a woman who is not a virgin.

For example, Isaiah 62:5 is very clear on the matter. That verse says:

“For as a young man marries a virgin, so your sons shall marry you; and as the bridegroom rejoices over the bride, so your God will rejoice over you.”

Also, Jeremiah 2:32 says:

For example, you will notice that David paid a bride price for King Saul’s daughter in 1 Samuel 18:20-27. However, he did not pay a bride price for Abigail-1 Samuel 25:40-42.

If we in Africa do not return to these traditions and continue the moral decadence in our society, where sex and sensuality are not curtailed, we will continue to be the dregs of the world, with high rates of sexually transmitted diseases.

Finally, a White wedding is not our culture in Africa, and it is not a Christian wedding. It is purely a European traditional wedding.

If we must adopt that culture, we must appropriate it accurately.

In Europe, from where we got the practice, it is NOT the man or his family that pays for a White wedding. Customarily, it is the bride’s father who foots the bill.,

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Kayikunmi, Isabella after-party makeout gets BBNaija viewers talking

Kayikunmi and Isabella, the BBNaija Ten Over Ten housemates, sparked a buzz on social media following their make-out after the Saturday night party.

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The intimate encounter started when the pair initiated close contact and Isabella allowed Kayikunmi to kiss her and fondle her body.

They later retreated to the bedroom, where things got more intense as Kayikunmi was seen kissing her breasts first through her top, then more directly after she lifted it.

The video has sparked a wave of reactions on social media, with some users criticising the pair for conduct.

Some others defended them, arguing that the show is adult-rated and meant for mature audiences.

Former BBNaija star Pere also described Nigerians as too emotional and judgmental for true reality TV.

“I said it before, I’d say it again, Nigerians think they’re ready for reality tv. Truth is they’re not,” he wrote.

“Too emotional, too judgmental. Just anyhow people. Na una wan vote winner?

“When you’re all judging wrongly and slutshaming a woman for showing her boobs on a show that’s rated 18+ on national television?”

The BBNaija Season 10 kicked off on July 28 with a two-day opening ceremony.

This year’s winner will take home a staggering N150 million, the highest grand prize in the show’s history since its debut in 2006.

Big Brother had earlier put 28 housemates, except the head of house, up for a fake eviction.

 

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BBNaija 10: Thelma Emerges Head Of House For Week 2

Thelma Lawson has emerged the interim Head of House for the second week in the ongoing Big Brother Naija Season 10.

The announcement came after a competitive HoH game that took place shortly after the live show.

Big Brother invited all the housemates to the arena, where they were grouped by gender and given a water-filling challenge.

Thelma emerged as the top female performer, while Jason Jae won in the male category.

The two winners faced off in a final round, which involved carefully placing eggs on a deck using only a spoon.

Thelma completed the task faster than Jason, earning her the Head of House title.

She later picked Kayikunmi to join her in the HoH lounge.

However, her victory comes with a condition.

A new twist in the game means that Thelma must defend her title in a special challenge on Monday.

If another housemate performs better, she could lose the position.

BBNaija Season 10 began on July 28 with a two-day launch.

The winner of this season will walk away with a cash prize of N150 million, the highest reward since the reality show began in 2006.

In other news, all 29 housemates in the Big Brother Naija Season 10 show were thrown into celebration mood on Sunday evening after learning that no one would be evicted in the first week.

626Blaze reports that the twist was revealed during the first Sunday Live Show by host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, who informed the contestants that they would all remain in the house for now.

The housemates, who had been tense throughout the week, immediately relaxed and hugged each other in joy.

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“I don’t want to be changing pad on set” – Bobrisky laments delayed monthly period

Controversial socialite, Bobrisky raises eyebrows as he laments over a delay in his monthly ‘period’.

The crossdresser who recently revealed that he has done everything to become a biological woman stated that he is yet to menstruate.

He lamented that the delay might affect his poise if it should coincide with his birthday.

Bobrisky who’s birthday is coming up this month stated that he wouldn’t want to be changing pads during his birthday shoot.

He added that men ought to treat women better because it’s not easy to be one.

His words …

“I want my period to come before I start my birthday shoot. I want to be free i can’t be changing pad on set.

Women we are trying. Men need to treat us better we deserve to be spoilt. There are some conversations men shouldn’t be involved. Dis topic is only for us (WOMEN) less”

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“I’m a very wise woman, I know when to fight” — Iyabo Ojo slams Verydarkman

Actress Iyabo Ojo has responded fiercely to claims made by social media activist Verydarkman, who alleged she backed out of an agreement to publicly apologise to Naira Marley and Sam Larry.

Her rebuttal comes hours after Verydarkman shared details of a roundtable discussion at the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre (NPF NCCC) held with Naira Marley, Sam Larry, Iyabo Ojo, Tonto Dikeh, and their legal teams, claiming Iyabo had promised to apologise publicly for accusing Naira Marley and Sam Larry of involvement in Mohbad’s death but later reneged.

In a new live TikTok session, Iyabo dismissed Verydarkman’s narrative as manipulative and dishonest, calling him “corny” and “deceitful.”

“So you had to come out and do your normal manipulating tactic. I’m a very wise woman. I’m not like you that’s very deceitful and corny. You’ve tried in all your might to bring me down, but you cannot,”she said.

Iyabo defended her actions, stating she had genuine reasons to speak out at the time. She explained that her reaction was driven by disturbing videos and online reports that emerged after Mohbad died in 2023.

“I used to promote Naira Marley’s songs until Mohbad died. I saw a video of Naira Marley dancing after Mohbad’s death, I was angry,” she stated.

She went further to describe seeing videos of Sam Larry allegedly mocking the late singer and others showing physical assault, which she said compelled her to believe the bullying accusations.

“I saw Sam Larry’s video where he accosted Zlatan Ibile and Mohbad; that was when I believed the bullying allegation. As a concerned citizen and a mother, I used my platforms,” she explained.

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‘I Love My Baby More Than Myself’ – Taaooma Speaks On Motherhood

Nigerian skit maker, Mariam Apaokagi popularly known as Taaooma, has shared how motherhood has changed her life in unexpected ways.

In an interview with Pulse Nigeria, the content creator said becoming a mother has taught her that nothing is truly impossible.

626Blaze reports that she explained that motherhood pushes one beyond their limits and helps them discover strength they never knew they had.

Taaooma also revealed that she now experiences a kind of love she never imagined was possible.

According to her, she did not think she could ever love someone more than herself, but that has changed since she became a mother.

She said: “I realized that there’s nothing like I can’t do it. Being a mom, you always find a way. Even if you think you cannot do it, you actually find yourself doing it. Secondly, I never thought I would be able to love somebody so much. But you see, I love her more than myself.”

In February 2020, the comedienne engaged her fiancé Abdulaziz Oladimeji also known as Abula in Namibia, and got married on 24 January 2021.

The couple welcomed a baby girl in 2024, as Taaooma shared video with the baby on December 5.

626Blaze reports that, speaking on the Culture Sonic podcast, the talent manager stated that the entertainment business is capital-intensive.

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