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Some Talentless Nigerian Artistes Hide Behind Afrobeats – Veteran Rapper, Ruggedman (Video)

Veteran rapper Ruggedman has criticised the tendency to group all African music into a single, catch-all genre known as Afrobeats.

Speaking in a recent interview with Day Genius, Ruggedy Baba said he had always opposed the term but was accused of being jealous of Afrobeats singers.

He argued that Afrobeats is not a genre but a “name” talentless Nigerians hide behind.

“I don’t like Afrobeats as an umbrella genre from every music coming out of Africa. That was a mistake. I didn’t liked it from the beginning but when I complained people accused me of being jealous or trying to gatekeep.

“Right now, if I go to the UK to perform, I would be tagged an Afrobeats artistes. It is wrong.

“It is the people in the UK who started this thing of tagging every African music Afrobeats. Nigerians love classicism. They just wanted to give it a name.

“For me, Afrobeats with an ‘S’ is a name talentless Nigerians hide behind. All you need to make an Afrobeats hit is just to get a good beat and a street slang and repeat it as many times as you like. Then spend a lot of money to promote it. That is the Afrobeats with an ‘S’,” he said.

The rapper also claimed that only a few Afrobeats artists can sing without autotone.

He added that that is why most Afrobeats artists shy away from freestyling and live performances with bands.

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Why Most Nigerian Politicians End Up Dying Like Dogs In Foreign Hospitals – Veteran Rapper, Jesse Jagz

Jesse Jagz Abaga, the popular Nigerian singer and rapper, has voiced concerns about the growing economic hardship and rising insecurity in the country.

The ‘Bad Girl’ crooner said he can’t fathom the rationale behind the high level of corruption and maladministration among Nigeria’s political class.

He said the failure of Nigerian politicians to provide amenities, such as medical facilities to their communities, is why a lot of the same politicians end up “dying like dogs” in foreign hospitals.

On his X handle, he wrote, “Imagine getting the chance to change your people’s future, and all you do is steal the money and ship it abroad.

“I swear I don’t understand the logic of these Nigerian politicians. That’s why most of them end up dying like dogs in hospitals abroad!”

In another post, Jesse Jagz claimed that Nigerian politicians are now serving the interests of foreign governments who installed them as “puppets” instead of the Nigerian citizens.

He further alleged that the cost of living in Nigeria became worse since the administration of former United States President Barrack Obama helped the All Progressives Congress, APC, snatched power.

The rapper added, “Today’s politicians are no different from the collaborators who helped colonize us, or the ones who sold their own brothers and sisters into slavery.

“I was here, alive, watching when Obama and his crew backed Buhari — and life has only gotten worse since.”

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I’ve Been Diagnosed With Breast Cancer – Blessing CEO Confirms Cancer Battle, Solicits Financial Help (Video)

Nigerian social media influencer and self-proclaimed relationship expert, Blessing CEO, has shared an update regarding her health.

In a post on her Instagram page, the relationship coach revealed that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer and that doctors have recommended urgent surgery to remove one or both breasts to stop the disease from spreading.

She explained that making the decision to undergo surgery was very difficult, describing the emotional toll and challenges she faces.

She also disclosed that her resources have been stretched, prompting her to seek financial help to cover the cost of the operation.

This development follows her earlier announcement that she would sell some of her personal belongings, including her car, wigs, and Lagos mansion, to raise funds for treatment.

She shared an account number in the video to receive contributions and asked her followers to support her in any way they can.

She said: “My name is Okoro Blessing Nkiruka and I’m popularly known as Blessing CEO. I’ve been diagnosed with breast cancer. At this point, an urgent surgery is needed for amputation to stop the spread or to know how far the spread has gone.

“If they’re taking off one of the breasts or both of it, trust me, it was a very hard decision to come here. But the truth is, when predicaments like this come for you, you become powerless. I might not be able to do anything, work, influence, resources has gone into this.

“And that’s why I’m here pleading. If I have ever touched you before, if my words have ever shown any positive in your life, if you ever say Blessing CEO I love you, this is the time to show it.

“Thank you so much for the love. My phone is buzzing. God bless every one of you. Nothing is too small. I just want to be fine. Thank you so much. I’m going to put an account number on this video, hoping to start up the surgery as fast as possible. Thank you so much to those of you who reposted, shared. God bless every one of you.

“Thank you so much. I love you guys. I need all the love, all the advice I’ve given to you guys. You’re going to have to give it back to me. Thank you so much. Thank you so much. I have never been this clueless all my life.

“I thought I was a jagaban. I thought I was so strong. I thought I was so strong. Being strong is now my biggest weakness. Thank you so much. God bless you.”

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Nigerian Depot Owners Reduce Fuel Prices Lower Than Dangote Petrol

On Wednesday, Nigerian petroleum depot owners cut their ex-depot petrol price per litre to a level below that of fuel sold at Dangote Refinery’s gantry.

Checks by Daily Post showed that AA Rano, Sahara, Soroman, Bovas, and Alkanes have all dropped their ex-depot petrol price to N1,270 per liter from between N1,285 and N1,290 per liter.

The latest ex-depot depot’s petrol price is N5 lower than Dangote Refinery’s gantry, which stood at N1,275.

The drop comes as global crude oil prices, such as Brent and West Texas Intermediate, fell to below $100 per barrel on Tuesday on the back of the president of the United States’ peace proposal with Iran.

With the falling crude oil prices, Dangote Refinery is under pressure to slash its gantry below N1,275 per liter.

Meanwhile, retail petrol prices stood at N1,361 and N1,380 per liter in Abuja as of the time of filing this report.

Price adjustments in gantry or ex-depot petrol directly impact retail prices.

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Cancer Is Not Content – Uriel Oputa Blows Hot After Blessing CEO Claimed She’s Been Diagnosed With “Stage 4”

Big Brother Naija star, Uriel Oputa has spoken out against using cancer-related claims as a means to generate content.

The reality TV star took to Instagram to state that cancer is serious. She added that her mother suffered breast cancer and it is not something to joke about.

Though she did not call names, her post comes after content creator Blessing Okoro, aka Blessing CEO, cried out online that she has been diagnosed with “stage 4”. She shared a video showing her loosening her braids, with some hair strands coming off.

Many reacted, accusing Blessing of chasing clout with cancer. They stated that the hair coming off is kinky attachment, not her real hair. Others asked “stage 4” what she has been diagnosed with, while some suggested she was diagnosed with “stage 4 clout chasing”.

Others said prayers for her and urged her to ensure she was not making false claims.

Speaking on the topic of cancer, Uriel wrote: “I CANT BELIEVE WE’RE ACTUALLY PLAYING AROUND WITH SOMETHING LIKE CANCER.

“ALL I SAW WAS STAGE 4- NO DEFINITION NO CLARITY. NOTHING EXPLAINED JUST THROWN OUT THERE SO LOOSELY THERE WASN’T EVEN CANCER WRITTEN JUST-STAGE 4 AND EVEN WITH THAT.

“IF THIS IS TRUE, THEN MY HEART GENUINELY GOES OUT TO YOU. I’VE SEEN SOME REALLY NASTY COMMENTS, AND NOBODY DESERVES THAT, ESPECIALLY NOT WHEN IT COMES TO SOMETHING THIS SERIOUS.

“BUT IF THIS IS NOT TRUE THEN THIS IS ACTUALLY DISTURBING. THERE ARE CERTAIN THINGS YOU JOKE ABOUT. AND THERE ARE CERTAIN THINGS YOU DONT TOUCH – THIS IS ONE OF THEM.

“NO MATTER THE CLICKBAIT, NO MATTER THE ATTENTION , THIS ISN’T OKAY.

“AS SOMEONE WHOSE MOTHER WAS DIAGNOSED WITH BREAST CANCER LAST YEAR. I TAKE THIS PERSONALLY, THIS IS NOT CONTENT THIS IS REAL LIFE SO IF IT’S REAL, I’M SENDING YOU STRENGTH.

“BUT IF I’S NOT. YOU’REACTUALLY NOT OKAY FOR THAT.”

Uriel added: “Cancer is Not Content.!!! I swear I don’t Rate our celebrities.

“This hit Home, because my mother is actually battling this. Thank God we caught it early. If it’s True God is your strength. Also if it’s true pls start removing sugar from your Diet…

“Cancer is one of the leading causes of de@th globally. According to the World Health Organization, about 10 million people d!e from cancer every year worldwide. That’s roughly 1 in 6 d£aths, Cancer is not a Joke.”

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Nigerian Singer, Spyro Thanks All The Men Who Passed On His Fiancee; Reveals When He Knew He Would Marry Her

Nigerian singer Spyro has recounted the moment he realized he would marry his fiancée and how she responded when he shared his feelings.

He also thanked all the men who passed on the opportunity to date his woman, Janet Atom.

Sharing a photo of him and Janet, Spyro wrote: “I genuinely thank God everyday for every single guy that walked by/ let you slip away, they really did me a solid, ah they will never know pain o,they will nor d!e young and they will find their own o..God really used them for me e. If I had missed you I would have missed heaven chai, my Janet, you are heaven on earth and now that you are mine, making you HAPPY is my work.”

He added: “I remember telling her on the first proper meeting we had ‘I WILL MARRY YOU’ she looked shocked and thought it joke till I told her to send me her sister and mother’s number  I just knew this is it ,I felt it in my spirit and bones so I didn’t want to waste time at all.

“I also remember following her for an event of hers and I kept following her with my eyes and anytime a guy moves close I jump up and go to her make I no go loose guard that was the night I buzzed Sharon Ooja for a ring plug.

“Ok enough of story @_callme_njure just know I will spoil you silly God helping me.”

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I’ll Never Allow Myself To Be Used As Click Bait – Ireti Doyle Finally Speaks About Her Divorce (Video)

Veteran Nollywood actress Ireti Doyle has finally opened up about her divorce from her ex-husband, Patrick Doyle.

This comes years after the celebrity couple’s divorce.

Recall that the actress announced their divorce during an interview in January 2023, without disclosing details.

Despite fans and media attention, the couple have maintained a professional relationship on screen.

However, addressing the subject during her latest interview with Morayo Brown, Ireti stated that ending her marriage was painful.

Speaking for the first time about her failed marriage, Ireti stated that her decision to remain silent was because “it is none of the public’s business”.

While noting that her family and few friends are the only people she owes explanation, Ireti vowed never to allow herself to be used as a click bait in the media.

“First of all you didn’t hear anything because it is none of your business. Two people come together to get married, there’s a celebration. Sadly, unfortunately something went wrong and you could no longer continue the life journey together.

“The only people you owe explanation to at all, are those family and friends that gathered on day one. You see this larger audience that you are performing for, they do not care. God forbid because I will never knowingly give myself up as a click bait. The end of any relationship talks less of long time marriage is painful”, she said.

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Popular Relationship Expert, Blessing CEO Diagnosed With Stage 4 Cancer (Video)

Blessing CEO, the popular Nigerian self-proclaimed relationship expert, has been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer.

Blessing CEO made this known on Wednesday morning in a viral video shared on her Instagram page.

Breaking down in tears, she showed how cancer has been causing her hair loss.

Reacting to the development, many netizens took to social media to sympathise with her.

@king_Naeto noted, “Nobody deserves this pain. This video is so emotional, bringing us all back to remember who we are on this earth ‘sand’. After all the struggle and hustle, may sickness never give us the greatest heartbreak.”

@TheChubiyo wrote, “This is heartbreaking. Sending Blessing CEO all the strength and love during this difficult fight. You’re not alone. We’re all rooting for you.”

@MairoEnoch stated, “News like this is a reminder that beyond the noise, opinions, and online personas, people are still human (fragile, vulnerable, and facing battles we may never fully understand).”

@idris_senator said, “This is deeply heartbreaking news. Blessing CEO being diagnosed with stage 4 cancer is a serious and challenging situation, and it’s understandable that she feels scared. At times like this, compassion matters more than anything else. Wishing her strength, comfort, and the best possible care as she goes through treatment.”

@tolatheenigma wrote, “Even if I don’t like her on these social media platforms, I’m saying my prayers for her and hoping all goes well for her.”

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I’m The Happiest Man On Earth, I Don’t Miss My Ex – Carter Efe Declares

Popular streamer Carter Efe has explained his decision to remain single following his past relationship with his baby mama, Emmanuella, with whom he has a daughter.

During a livestream on Twitch, Efe described that time as mentally and emotionally exhausting, affecting how he lived and worked.

He explained that being single allows him to enjoy freedom on his live streams without anyone questioning his actions.

In the past, his interactions and choices online were closely monitored, and he often faced complaints about even minor things.

Now, he feels unrestricted and able to make his own decisions without interference.

He also addressed the idea of moving on from his ex, saying that he is not missing his former partner at all.

Instead, he jokingly added that what he misses is financial gain, showing that he is focused on enjoying life and his own independence.

He said: “I am single now and can do anything I want on live stream. Before, if I did anything on live stream, they would call me and ask why I did this or why I followed a girl. I will be single forever.

“Before, when I was in a relationship, if I talked to any girl, she would assume I already slept with them. See how my life is sweet like this? I am the happiest man on earth now and can even go anywhere freely. God forbid I miss her. I miss money.”

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Who Do You Think You Are? – Nkechi Blessing Drags Actors For Not Promoting Her Movies Despite Being Well Paid

Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing Sunday has expressed frustration with some actors who, despite being well paid for their roles, fail to promote the films they appear in.

She shared her thoughts on Instagram, addressing colleagues who demand high fees to star in her movies but do not support the projects once they are released.

Nkechi Blessing explained that while she respects actors charging their worth, problems arise when the film comes out, and they act as if they worked for free, refusing to promote the movie on their platforms.

She warned that such behaviour can lead to serious disputes.

Nkechi made it clear that she expects actors to contribute to a film’s visibility after being paid, adding that neglecting this responsibility is unacceptable.

She wrote: “I am not saying you should not charge 3 million naira to be in my movie, oh yes charge your worth.. But you see where me and you go get problem?

“Na when film come out you act like say na free you come work!!!! to even post movie for your page so your fans can watch, na war… Me and you go reach police station.. So better avoid my money now to avoid stories that touch.

“I no Dey pluck money from tree.. you cannot promote a movie you were paid heavily for, uncle/sister GTFO…. Who do you even think you are?”

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