Nigerian singer, Bella Shmurda has said beyond entertainment, music serves as a tool for societal advancement. Speaking in the For Bunmi documentary, the ‘Cash App’ crooner described music as warfare. He explained that music is a tool for progress as well as an instrument of goodwill. “Music is warfare. Music is a tool for the…
Nigerian Afrobeats singer, Davido has confirmed that he has a joint project with American R&B star, Chris Brown scheduled for release next year. Speaking in a recent episode of the Swift Conversations podcast, Davido explained that he is now focused on making more African-inclined, however, he’s still open to collaborating with American artists. “The music…
American rapper Kanye West has responded to mounting backlash over his scheduled performance at the Wireless Festival in London, United Kingdom. The controversy followed the festival’s March 30 announcement that West, who now goes by Ye, would headline all three nights of the event at Finsbury Park from July 10 to 12, 2026. The announcement…
Afrobeat singer, Seun Kuti, has alleged that his late father, Fela Kuti, contracted HIV from one of his multiple wives. Speaking during a recent Instagram livestream, Kuti dismissed claims that his father was the one who gave his women the disease. He asserted that Fela was the victim, adding that his father did not restrict…
Nigerian singer Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has declared that the country is better now compared to many years ago. Newsmen reports that he made the remarks during an interview on Wazobia TV, where the host pointed out that one of his old songs, “E Be Like Say,” seems to reflect issues that are…
Famous Nigerian actress, Toyin Abraham, has vowed never to exchange pleasantries with colleague, Funke Akindele again. Toyin stated this after being snubbed by Funke in public. Newsmen reports that Funke had during the premiere of actress Iyabo Ojo’s movie on Sunday night, refused to answer Toyin Abraham’s greetings despite tapping her hand and mentioning her…
Nigerian music star Omah Lay has returned to Christianity after previously indicating a conversion to Islam. Newsmen reports that the singer, who is from Rivers State, had in the past shared messages that said he had embraced Islam, drawing attention from fans and the public at the time. In a recent update shared on his…
Nigerian Fuji artiste Shanko Rasheed Atanda has announced the heartbreaking loss of his first son, Jamaldeen Atanda. The musician made the announcement via his Instagram page on Friday, expressing deep sorrow over the tragedy. He noted that losing a child is a pain no parent ever wishes to experience, while offering prayers for his son’s…
The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency has referred the controversy surrounding resurfaced tweets allegedly linked to singer Simi to the Commissioner of Police for preliminary investigation. The Executive Secretary of the agency, Lola Vivour-Adeniyi, disclosed this on Thursday during an interview on Channels Television, saying the agency could not ignore the allegations. The…
Nigerian businessman, Emeka Okonkwo popularly known as E-Money has cut ties on social media with content creator Carter Efe after a car he recently gave him was damaged. Newsmen reports that the incident happened on Saturday, just hours after Carter Efe was involved in a heated clash with popular streamer Peller during a TikTok live…