Ayra Starr highlights Tiwa Savage, Wizkid, and Rema as Afrobeats’ “Big 3”
Nigerian Afrobeats star Ayra Starr has identified Tiwa Savage, Wizkid, and Rema as her top three artists in the genre, referring to them as her “solid Big 3” during a recent interview with Hot 97 FM. Ayra Starr praised each of them for their unique contributions: Savage for her pioneering role as a female artist, […]
Five lawmakers defect as APC strengthens majority in House of Representatives
Nigeria’s House of Representatives witnessed another round of political realignments on Wednesday as five lawmakers formally dumped their former opposition parties for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Accord Party, a development that further tilts the balance of power in favour of the APC and underscores the growing instability within opposition ranks across […]
Omah Lay opens up on breakup that overshadowed his Grammy experience
Afrobeats singer Omah Lay has spoken about an emotional breakup that unfolded while he was attending the Grammy Awards, admitting that the personal turmoil left him mentally absent at one of the most prestigious events in global music. The singer revealed that the relationship, which lasted barely two months, ended during the awards period, at […]
Tiwa Savage launches music foundation to support emerging African artists
Nigerian Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage has launched the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation, a pioneering initiative aimed at discovering, mentoring, and training emerging African music talents. The foundation was unveiled on March 9, 2026, at The Delborough Lagos, and promises to offer comprehensive support across multiple areas of the music industry. Speaking at the launch, Savage […]
Appeal Court upholds ruling stopping INEC from recognising PDP Ibadan convention
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has upheld the judgments of the Federal High Court restraining the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from recognising the outcome of the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) disputed national convention held in Ibadan, Oyo State, last November. In a unanimous decision delivered by a three-member panel led by Justice Uchechukwu […]
Sarah Martins apologises after Lagos cooking controversy
Nollywood actress Sarah Martins has issued a public clarification and apology after receiving a warning from the Lagos State government over her recent street cooking activity. The actress, founder of the Sarah Martins Golden Heart Foundation, explained that her actions were an emotional gesture aimed at reconnecting with vulnerable children, rather than a deliberate breach […]
Lagos warns actress Sarah Martins over street cooking
The Lagos State government has cautioned Nollywood actress Sarah Martins against cooking and distributing food on public streets in the state, citing violations of environmental and public order regulations. Authorities said the activity, though charitable in intent, poses safety, sanitation, and traffic concerns when conducted on public roads, walkways, and road medians. The warning was […]
Peter Obi joins ADC, vows to challenge Electoral Act 2026 in court
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has officially registered as a member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), declaring that he will challenge the newly enacted Electoral Act 2026 in court over concerns that some of its provisions could be used to manipulate the outcome of the 2027 general elections. Obi made […]
‘I never felt blessed’ — Phyna opens up on painful childhood, struggles with birth name
Winner of the Level Up edition of Big Brother Naija, Ijeoma Josephina Otabor, popularly known as Phyna, has shared details about her difficult upbringing, explaining that the name she was given at birth, Blessing, never truly resonated with her because of the experiences she had while growing up. In a recent interview, the reality television […]
Tinubu mourns victims of Boko Haram attack in Borno
President Bola Tinubu has extended his condolences to the families of those killed in a recent terrorist attack on the Ngoshe community in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State. The president described the incident as a tragic act of violence against innocent citizens and expressed sympathy to residents affected by the attack carried out […]