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Tems delves a little deeper into the history of the Billboard Hot 100.
Nigerian singer Tems becomes the first African artist to have seven songs on the Billboard Hot 100, confirming her global status. The Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, globally known as Tems, continues to push the boundaries for African artists. A Grammy… -
Fela vs Wizkid: 2Face weighs in on the debate
2Face (2Baba) has weighed in on the Wizkid/Fela debate that has been fueling Nigerian social media for a few weeks. While calling it “ridiculous,” the Afrobeat star says the comparison is disrespectful to one and unfair to the other. The… -
British rapper Central Cee announces his conversion to Islam live.
A live revelation: rap star Central Cee announces his conversion to Islam. The British drill phenomenon, Oakley Neil Caesar-Su, widely known by the stage name Central Cee, made a striking personal announcement during a recent live stream: he converted to… -
“Money can’t buy happiness,” Elon Musk sets social media on fire.
A tweet by Elon Musk about money and happiness has sparked a global debate on the limits of wealth. The world’s richest man, Elon Musk, has reignited a philosophical debate on social media by echoing an old, but still relevant… -
Davido: “I don’t go to nightclubs anymore.”
Since his marriage to Chioma Adeleke, Davido has favored quiet evenings and family moments over the frenzied nightlife, revealing a new facet of his life away from the spotlight. The Nigerian singer David Adeleke, better known as Davido, revealed that… -
Davido looks back on his Grammys loss and praises the support of his wife Chioma.
After his defeat at the 2026 Grammy Awards, Davido praised his wife Chioma for her unwavering support, which encouraged him to stay positive despite the disappointment. Nominated for the 2026 Grammy Awards, the Nigerian singer Davido shared his emotion after… -
Yaya Touré accused of “romance fraud.”
The former captain of the Elephants, Yaya Touré, is the subject of a complaint for ‘romantic fraud’ filed by a former journalist, in a scandal that is shaking Ivory Coast. The former Ivorian international Yaya Touré is reportedly in trouble.… -
Grammy Awards 2026: Aura V, eight years old, becomes the youngest-ever individual Grammy winner
The eight-year-old American Aura V made history by winning a Grammy Award, becoming the youngest individual winner of all time. On Sunday, at the 68th Grammy Awards ceremony, the duo FYÜTCH & Aura V, a father and his daughter, were… -
Donald Trump sues the Grammy Awards and threatens Trevor Noah with lawsuits.
Donald Trump has vehemently criticized the Grammy Awards and their host Trevor Noah. The American president denounced remarks he regards as defamatory and hinted at the possibility of taking legal action. Donald Trump lashed out at the Grammy Awards following… -
Grammy Awards 2026: Kendrick Lamar, Bad Bunny and Olivia Dean’s sweep goes down in history
Kendrick Lamar dominated the 68th Grammy Awards by sweeping all the rap categories, on a historic night that also saw Bad Bunny, Olivia Dean and Billie Eilish take home top honors. Kendrick Lamar swept the rap categories at the 68th… -
Grammy Awards 2026: Kendrick Lamar the top favorite, full list of nominees
Avec neuf nominations, Kendrick Lamar domine largement la liste des artistes en lice pour la 68e cérémonie des Grammy Awards, devant Lady Gaga et Bad Bunny, confirmant son statut de figure incontournable de la scène musicale internationale. À quelques jours… -
Nicki Minaj declares herself an unwavering fan of Donald Trump.
Nicki Minaj expresses her unwavering support for Donald Trump, despite the hatred and criticisms surrounding the American president. The rap star Nicki Minaj revealed on Wednesday her unwavering support for the American president Donald Trump, stating that the criticisms and… -
IShowSpeed has obtained Ghanaian citizenship after his African tour
The famous American streamer, IShowSpeed, has obtained a Ghanaian passport under the “Beyond the Return” program, praised by authorities as a strong step toward closer ties with the African diaspora. The American YouTuber and global live-streaming phenomenon Darren Jason Watkins… -
Kanye West reiterates his apologies after his antisemitic remarks.
In a letter published in the Wall Street Journal, the American artist Kanye West expressed his regrets, notably referencing the consequences of a previous car accident on his mental health. The American rapper Kanye West has once again publicly apologized… -
Davido denies rumors surrounding the cost of his wedding.
The Nigerian Afrobeat star, Davido, reacted strongly on social media to dismiss the accusations that he spent $50,000, which he regards as completely unfounded. The Nigerian Afrobeat star, Davido, vehemently denied rumors that he shelled out $50,000 for organizing his… -
Benin – Criet: the actress Aurélie Guézo released on bail
Pursued before the CRIET for alleged cybercrime-related offenses, Beninese actress Aurélie Guézo appeared on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at the opening of a second hearing in her trial. At the end of the proceedings, the special court ordered her provisional… -
Nigeria: Arrest of Regina Daniels’ close associate rekindles the legal war with Ned Nwoko
Nigerian Senator Ned Nwoko has broken his silence to challenge his ex-wife Regina Daniels’s version, denouncing grave accusations and calling for the justice system to shed full light on a case that has become public. Nigerian Senator Ned Nwoko publicly… -
Davido case: the teenage girl’s mother breaks her silence and challenges the DNA tests.
In a long Instagram post, Ayo Labinjoh refuted Davido’s statements, questioned the reliability of the DNA tests mentioned by the singer, and called for an independent examination to establish the truth. Ayo Labinjoh, the mother of Aanu Adeleke, the teenager… -
“The case is closed,” Davido denies being the presumed father of his daughter.
The Afrobeats star, Davido, has refuted allegations that he is the father of a teenage girl who recently requested a DNA test to confirm paternity. The Nigerian Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, alias Davido, has ended the speculation surrounding a teenage… -
The actor Kiefer Sutherland, best known worldwide as Jack Bauer, arrested.
The Canadian-British actor Kiefer Sutherland was arrested in Los Angeles after an altercation with a ride-hailing driver, a case now being pursued by the justice system. Known for his role as Jack Bauer in 24, the Canadian-British actor Kiefer Sutherlanda… -
Regina Daniels denies theft allegations in the dispute with Ned Nwoko
The Nollywood actress Ned Nwoko denied any involvement in an alleged theft case, which she attributes to her husband whom she is separated from, denouncing unfounded accusations. The Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has broken her silence to firmly deny the… -
Spotify: Wizkid hits ten billion streams
Nigerian singer Wizkid becomes the first African artist to reach the symbolic ten-billion-stream milestone on Spotify, confirming his status as a global superstar. Nigerian singer Wizkid has made history in music by becoming the first African artist to reach the… -
“It’s very hard for me…” Anthony Joshua opens up about his tragic accident in Lagos
The former world heavyweight champion, Anthony Joshua, has expressed his deep emotion after the death of his personal trainer and his fitness coach in an accident on the Lagos-Ibadan highway. The former world heavyweight champion, Anthony Joshua, has broken his… -
Tested negative for hard drugs, Regina Daniels announces she’s filing lawsuits against Ned Nwoko.
Cleared by medical tests, the Nigerian actress Regina Daniels has announced legal action against her ex-husband Ned Nwoko and anyone who spread rumors about her alleged drug use. The Nigerian actress Regina Daniels announced her intention to pursue legal action… -
Drug use and illicit substances: Regina Daniels finally undergoes a drug test
Amid a heated controversy surrounding drug-use allegations and a highly publicized breakup with Senator Ned Nwoko, Nigerian actress Regina Daniels announced she had gone to the hospital to undergo a drug test. The Nigerian actress Regina Daniels has finally agreed… -
“Just because we’re Beninese doesn’t mean we’ll work together,” Angélique Kidjo
In a statement upon her arrival in Cotonou for Vodoun Days 2026, Angélique Kidjo addressed the recurring criticisms accusing her of not collaborating with Beninese artists. The clarification is clear and deliberate, and Angélique Kidjo sets the terms for collaboration.… -
Benin – December 7 crisis: how influencer Alain Kenneth weighed in on the battle for public opinion
Why and how did Benin escape a wave of manipulation around a supposed coup d’état on December 7? In an interview with ESAE TV, the Ivorian pastor and influencer Camille Makosso reveals the central role played by Beninese TikToker Alain… -
Nigeria: British boxer Anthony Joshua involved in a car accident, two people dead.
The British boxer, Anthony Joshua, was involved on Monday in an accident along the Lagos–Ibadan axis, a tragedy that claimed the lives of two people in his convoy, while the boxer himself came away with minor injuries, local media reported.… -
Kenya: an Asake concert in Nairobi ends in tragedy
The Nigerian artist Asake’s concert turned to tragedy on Saturday, December 20, at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi, Kenya. A crowd crush caused by overcrowding claimed the life of 20-year-old Karen Lojore, reviving concerns about safety at large music events.… -
United States: James Ransone, the actor from The Wire, has died
Revealed by his iconic role as Ziggy Sobotka in HBO’s cult series, American actor James Ransone has died at the age of 46. The Los Angeles coroner ruled it a suicide, prompting strong emotion in the film and TV world.…
