Nigerian singer Bella Shmurda has claimed he lost $4 million after allegedly purchasing a stolen property in Lagos, leaving him devastated and appealing for public help. The artist, whose real name is Abiola Akinbiyi, shared the emotional revelation on social media, saying the seller disappeared after receiving payment and that he has since engaged a…
The Delta State Police Command has arrested Asaba-based content creator Ifeanyi Ogbonna, popularly known as “Odogwu of Asaba,” over the alleged rape of 20-year-old Favour Agbro, who later died after ingesting a poisonous substance. Police said the arrest followed a petition alleging that the suspect lured the victim to Asaba on June 1, 2026, with…
Nigerian content creator Carter Efe became emotional during a livestream after revealing he was unable to attend Kai Cenat’s Streamer University in the United States because his visa was not approved in time. Carter had been selected to participate in the invite-only program, making him one of the first African creators chosen for the high-profile…
National President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Musiliu Akinsanya, popularly known as MC Oluomo, has sparked widespread debate after saying his life experience and practical knowledge have made him “more knowledgeable than many graduates,” despite having little formal education. Speaking at the 50th birthday celebration of Islamic singer Hafsat Adegoke in…
Controversial disc jockey and TikTok personality Ademola Abiodun, popularly known as DJ Chicken, has been remanded at the Kirikiri Correctional Centre after being arraigned before a Magistrate’s Court in Ogba, Lagos, over alleged threats against Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu. The Lagos State Government charged DJ Chicken on a three-count charge bordering on…
President Bola Tinubu has led a wave of tributes to Nobel laureate Professor Wole Soyinka as the renowned playwright, poet and activist celebrates his 92nd birthday. In a personally signed statement, Tinubu described Soyinka as a “global icon” and “one of our nation’s living repositories of history, knowledge and courage,” praising his lifelong contributions to…
A series of high-profile deaths has drawn tributes from around the world, with prominent figures in politics, royalty and entertainment passing away within days of one another. In the United States, Republican Senator Lindsey Graham has died at the age of 71 following a brief illness linked to heart complications. A longtime senator from South…
Nigerian music stars Fola and Ayra Starr have reached another career milestone after appearing on the iconic Times Square digital billboard in New York following the release of their collaborative single, “Treat U Right.” The billboard appearance celebrates the growing success of the Afrobeats collaboration, which was released on July 2 under Dangbana Republik Records/EMPIRE….
Trinity Tatum and Bryce Dettloff have been crowned the winners of Love Island USA Season 8, taking home the $100,000 grand prize after winning America’s vote in Sunday’s live finale. The fan-favourite couple, affectionately known by viewers as “Brinity,” beat fellow finalists Aniya Harvey & Carl Schmidt, Melanie Moreno & Sincere Rhea, and Kayda Bosse…
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has appealed to Afrobeats stars Davido, Burna Boy and Asake to channel part of their wealth into charitable causes by establishing a foundation to support poor and vulnerable Nigerians. Speaking at the launch of the National Community Food Bank Program in Lokoja, Kogi State, the First Lady said wealthy…
