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Singer Bella Shmurda has justified his high performance fees, revealing that he invested $100,000 in producers, songwriters, and engineers for his upcoming album Sanity, set to be released on October 3, 2025.
In an interview on Naija FM Lagos, he spoke about the financial demands of maintaining a public image, including not repeating outfits, and criticised the high cost of promotion in the music industry, citing radio airplay fees he claimed can exceed N100 million.
“I do not repeat clothes because I am a public figure. I spent 100,000 dollars to pay producers, songwriters and engineers that worked on my album. That is why we charge a lot for shows,” Bella said during the podcast.
His remarks have triggered mixed reactions from fans and promoters. Some praised his business understanding, while others questioned whether the pricing is justified.
Popular journalist Dr Kemi Olunloyo has caused a stir online after making new claims about Nollywood actress Regina Daniels during a live session on social media.
Olunloyo alleged that she had communicated with the actress’s husband, Ned Nwoko, and suggested that what people see online is “only 10 percent” of the real situation.
“I’ve spoken to Ned today and I’m reading his chat right here. What is going on with Regina on social media is even 10% of what’s going on,” she stated during the session.
She further alleged that Regina Daniels had declined to seek professional help despite growing concerns about her health.
“She doesn’t think she has a drug problem and that’s where the problem starts. That was how it started with Whitney and many celebrities that are dead today,” Olunloyo added.
Continuing, Olunloyo claimed that the actress had been unreachable for several days. “The children can’t find her. It’s three days now, they don’t know where she is. They are with the nannies,” she said.
She went on to allege that Daniels had already lost temporary custody of her children in the United States.
According to her, “Because she has a husband and nannies, they’re probably with them. But she won’t be able to have custody of those children.”
The journalist expressed concern that the actress “could harm herself” if not found soon.
Public Reaction and Silence from Regina Daniels
Her remarks have sparked widespread debate online, with many Nigerians urging caution and fact-checking before spreading unverified information.
As of press time, neither Regina Daniels nor her representatives have addressed Olunloyo’s allegations, and no official statement has been issued by authorities.
Nigerian disc jockey and billionaire heiress Florence Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy, has reflected on her return to London after attending her sister Temi Otedola’s wedding to Afrobeats singer Mr Eazi.
In a video circulating online, DJ Cuppy spoke about the challenges of transitioning back to normal life after the excitement of her sister’s wedding.
“So I’m back in London. It has been a tough reality check, going back to normal life from Temi’s wedding, take me back to Iceland,” she said.
DJ Cuppy’s comment follows the recent wedding ceremony of her younger sister, Temi Otedola, and Mr Eazi.
The event took place across three countries, including Monaco, Dubai, and Iceland.
The white wedding, which took place in Iceland, featured a performance by American singer John Legend and was published in Vogue magazine.
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David Adeleke, the Nigerian music star, who is popularly known as Davido, has been named Chairman of the Osun State Sports Trust Fund.
The appointment was announced in a statement issued by the Osun State Government on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, as part of efforts to reposition and revitalise the state’s sports sector.
According to the statement, Davido’s new role is aimed at mobilising resources to drive the development and modernisation of sports facilities across Osun State.
The government emphasised that the move reflects Governor Ademola Adeleke’s commitment to improving sports infrastructure and creating opportunities for youth engagement.
Confirming the appointment, Deputy Governor Kola Adewusi, who also serves as Commissioner for Sports, revealed that the award-winning singer was excited about the role and immediately accepted the offer.
“The ongoing rehabilitation of the Osogbo Township Stadium to meet Olympic standards will be completed in the shortest possible time. We are also finalising plans to establish the Osun State Sports Commission, which will serve as the central body for sports development and policy implementation,”Adewusi said.
The deputy governor further explained that the newly introduced Sports Trust Fund, chaired by Davido, would attract investments and support from sports enthusiasts and philanthropists within and outside the state to ensure sustainable sports financing.
“Davido’s involvement is expected to attract substantial funds that will significantly impact the growth of sports in Osun,” Adewusi added.
Governor Adeleke’s administration reiterated its pledge to make sports a major pillar of youth development and community engagement in the state.
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Temidayo Omoniyi, the Nigerian rapper popularly known as Zlatan Ibile, has reflected on his struggles as an upcoming artist during his time at Moshood Abiola Polytechnic in Abeokuta, Ogun State.
The Zanku crooner shared that he was still struggling financially even after winning the Airtel One Mic Talent show in 2014.
Zlatan revealed that he was using the car he won from the competition for transport business at night to support his education and feeding.
“Back in school, when there was no money for food, I would d just wait till night and use the car I won from the Airtel One Mic Talent show to run cab from Abeokuta to Shagamu for ₦350,” he recalled in an interview with popular streamer, Shank Comics.
Zlatan Ibile won the Airtel One Mic Talent show in 2014 at the age of 19.
However, his breakthrough in the music industry came when he featured ace rapper Olamide on his hit song, ‘My Body’ in 2017.
The Zanku Music boss has described the collaboration in a previous interview as the turning point of his career.
He credited Olamide for giving him a “life-changing” verse.
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