Nigeria’s Afrobeats scene continues to make headlines as Rema reportedly secured a landmark new deal with Mavin Records, while Asake maintained his dominance on the streaming charts with another week at No. 1. Reports indicate that Rema has signed a contract extension with Mavin Records said to be worth $25 million, reinforcing his long-term commitment…
Popular American streamer Kai Cenat made a record-breaking return to live streaming with the official unveiling of Streamer University 2026, attracting nearly 700,000 peak viewers on Twitch and more than one million viewers across multiple platforms during the highly anticipated broadcast. Streaming from a revamped AMP house setup after months away from live broadcasts, the…
Nigerian actress and media personality Temi Otedola has openly embraced being called a “nepo baby,” saying she has no reason to deny the advantages that came with being born into a wealthy and influential family. Speaking on a recent episode of The How Far Podcast, which she co-hosts with her husband, Afrobeats star Mr Eazi,…
Canadian rapper Drake has recorded one of the biggest gambling wins of his career after hitting a jackpot worth more than $30 million while playing the high-volatility OMG Counter slot game on Stake.com. The Grammy-winning artist, who has served as a global ambassador for Stake since 2022, shared the moment during a livestream as the…
Nigerian singer Spyro has opened up about the unexpected love story that led to his marriage, revealing that he met his wife, Janet Atum, at a Lagos nightclub—but insists she was there to work, not to party. The revelation has sparked widespread reactions online, with fans debating the irony given the singer’s long-standing “church boy”…
Controversial Nigerian singer Portable has once again dominated social media after embracing the nickname “Olodo Billionaire” during a candid appearance on The Honest Bunch Podcast, turning criticism into a bold statement of confidence. The debate began after rapper YCee, speaking on the Afropolitan Podcast, lamented what he described as an “olodo uprising” in the entertainment…
Afrobeats superstar Davido has explained why he turned one of football’s biggest global events into a platform for activism, saying he could not stay silent while dozens of kidnapped schoolchildren and teachers remain in captivity in Nigeria. During his performance at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Countdown Concert at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles…
After an impressive run in Nigerian cinemas, the star-studded comedy-drama Okanjuwa! is set to reach an even wider audience as it makes its streaming debut on Kava this July. Directed by Zulumoke Oyibo, the film features an ensemble cast led by Kunle Remi and Tomike Adeoye, alongside Uzor Arukwe, Omowunmi Dada, Tobi Makinde, Femi Adebayo,…
Global pop icon Taylor Swift and NFL superstar Travis Kelce are officially married after exchanging vows in a lavish, celebrity-filled ceremony at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The couple, whose relationship has captivated fans since 2023, tied the knot on Friday in one of the year’s most talked-about events. The ceremony was officiated…
It has been a busy week for Afrobeats fans, with two major collaborations dominating playlists as FOLA, Ayra Starr, Wizkid, Frenna and Odeal deliver fresh music for the summer. Leading the releases is fast-rising Nigerian singer FOLA, who surprised fans by unveiling “Treat U Right,” a smooth Afro-R&B track featuring Grammy-nominated star Ayra Starr. Produced…
