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- Timini Egbuson ‘cancels’ D’banj in his books of best singers due to rape allegations
- EFCC – Hushpuppi is Nigeria’s most-wanted hacker. He has a case to answer
- BBNaija star Ella says she’s way too much to be in Don Jazzy’s record label
- Media aide, Bolaji Tunji – Former Governor of Oyo State, Abiola Ajimobi is alive & recuperating from illness
- Moment Frank Edoho Triggered a Lady on Social Media
- Tacha – 'Why Don Jazzy urged me to be cool with Mercy'
- Paul O calls out Yul Edochie over his anti LGBTQ post
- Ramsey Nouah reacts to design theft allegation, says 'it was a miscommunication'
- Davido unfollows everyone on Instagram including fiancee Chioma
- Veteran OAP Dan Foster dies of Covid-19
- Yemi Alade releases new single, 'Boyz'
- Rema named Apple Up Next Artist
- RIP Dan Foster: The 'Big Dawg' goes home
- Mercy and Tacha finally make Peace? on the 10th day of BBNaija Pepper Dem Reunion
- Lady who accused D'banj of rape denies being arrested: 'I'm done and leaving everything behind'
- What's happening on TikTok?
| Timini Egbuson ‘cancels’ D’banj in his books of best singers due to rape allegations Posted: 20 Jun 2020 01:00 AM PDT  Handsome 32-year-old Nollywood actor, Timini Egbuson, has 'cancelled' Dbanj in his books over the rape allegations levied against the singer.It can be recalled that after Miss Seyitan Eunice Babatayo accused Dbanj of rape, the singer would go on to file a N100 million lawsuit against her.Yesterday, news began to to filter yesterday that Miss Seyitan Eunice Babatayo has been detained and is being held by the police.Surprisingly she would go on to make post on her social media, promoting his songs.Reacting to the turn of events, Timini Egbuson, said he has canceled Dbanj in his books, adding that it would be repulsive if it was all a publicity stunt.  He wrote; "I'm normally against cancel culture but Dbanj is cancelled in my books for real if this all some sort of publicity stunt. 🤮 Anyone with these type of accusations is foul and should face the full wrath of the law. What is even more disgusting than a cover up is using this as an opportunity to promote his next song, which was what I meant. "    |
| EFCC – Hushpuppi is Nigeria’s most-wanted hacker. He has a case to answer Posted: 20 Jun 2020 12:30 AM PDT  The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has described Hushpuppi as "Nigeria's most-wanted hacker" who has a case to answer with the agency.In a statement released today June 18 by its spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, the agency said it is working with the FBI to trace the victims of Hushpuppi's alleged fraudulent transactions as well as trace other fraudsters that might have direct involvement with him.The statement reads; "Nigerian most-wanted hacker, Ramoni Igbalode, alias Ray hushpuppy, recently arrested by the International Police( Interpol) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation( FBI), has considerable cases of cyber crimes being investigated by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission( EFCC). The Commission is familiar with grisly details of his money laundering transactions, involving many high-profile cyber criminals facing trial in Nigeria. The Commission is engaging with the FBI in tracing victims of his fraudulent transactions and other fraudsters having direct involvement with him. Local cyber criminals with money laundering networks with him, are also being investigated." Hushpuppi was arrested on Wednesday, June 10, 2020 in the United Arab Emirates in connection with an alleged $35million ventilator scam. He is still being held in Dubai     |
| BBNaija star Ella says she’s way too much to be in Don Jazzy’s record label Posted: 20 Jun 2020 12:00 AM PDT  Former BBNaija housemate, Ella has put fans in a state of confusion after claiming she's way too much to be signed by Michael Collins Ajereh, better known as Don Jazzy.A die-hard fan of hers pleaded with Don Jazzy on social media to sign Ella into his record label.But to the surprise of all, Ella replied by claiming he can't because she's way too much to be signed by Don Jazzy.Don Jazzy is yet to react to that but some fans seem disappointed in Ella as it appeared she looked down on Don Jazzy and his record label.Screenshot below;   |
| Posted: 19 Jun 2020 11:30 PM PDT  Former Oyo State Governor, Abiola Ajimobi is said to be still very much alive, as his media aide urges the public to disregard reports that he is dead.According to his media aide, Bolajii Tunji, the immediate former governor of oyo State is still very much alive as it is all rumours.He wrote;"Kindly disregard all the rumours, just rumours. In all, we remain prayerful." Ajimobi was sick after testing positive for coronavirus. He was previously in a coma but was reported to have left coma in the past few days."  It had earlier been reported that the former governor fell ill after testing positive to Coronavirus and was reported to be in a critical condition before the time of his death.  |
| Moment Frank Edoho Triggered a Lady on Social Media Posted: 19 Jun 2020 11:00 PM PDT  Frank Edoho is who every TV host aspires to be like.Media personality and die-hard Chelsea supporter, Frank Edoho triggered a reaction from a lady who is an Arsenal fan after commenting on a post mocking the club's 3 – 0 defeat to Manchester City on Wednesday night.The pair had an exchange and clapback was served.See the exchange below:   |
| Tacha – 'Why Don Jazzy urged me to be cool with Mercy' Posted: 19 Jun 2020 10:30 PM PDT  Controversial Ex-Big Brother Naija housemate, Natasha Akide popularly known as Tacha has revealed what Mavin Producer, Don Jazzy told her about her relationship with Mercy.Both ex-housemates, with a huge fan base on social media, have been at loggerheads since the end of the 'Pepper Dem' season.However, speaking on Wednesday's BBNaija Reunion episode, Tacha debunked the tension between her and Mercy.She further disclosed that after the show, Don Jazzy had advised her to be cool with Mercy and have a cordial relationship. "Don Jazzy told me to be cool with Mercy and he said it will be good for the brand we work for. "He also told me to follow Mercy but the next day when I tried to do that I realized she blocked me on Twitter," she said. Tacha further told Mercy to unblock her on social media and expressed optimism for a friendship.  |
| Paul O calls out Yul Edochie over his anti LGBTQ post Posted: 19 Jun 2020 10:00 PM PDT  Popular Nigerian entertainment guru, Paul Okoye simply called Paul O has disagreed with Yul Edochie on a recent post the actor made about LGBT.It all started when Yul Edochie took to his Instagram account and shared a page from today's Bible teaching from Daily Manna 2020.  |
| Ramsey Nouah reacts to design theft allegation, says 'it was a miscommunication' Posted: 19 Jun 2020 07:30 AM PDT 'Living In Bondage' sequel director, Ramsey Nouah has reacted to the recent production design theft allegations. The graphics artist has since revealed that she has been contacted and compensated.The first-time director took to his verified Instagram account on Wednesday to address the accusation, stating that he had been notified and that the issue bordered on miscommunication.Nouah and the LIB production team were accused of using a graphics designer's work without due compensation or acknowledgement. Kate Henshaw had addressed the allegations on Twitter saying the artist, Louisa Ejenavbo, reached out to a fake Twitter account hence the delayed response. She also disclosed that she had reached out to her colleague who claimed the intermediary between the artist and the production team passed her work off as his. Ejenavbo later announced in a tweet that she had been contacted and compensated.
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| Davido unfollows everyone on Instagram including fiancee Chioma Posted: 19 Jun 2020 07:00 AM PDT  Nigeria music star, David Adeleke also known as Davido has unfollowed everyone on Instagram including his soon to be wife, Chioma.The singer's latest action is coming barely 24 hours after Chioma had taken to Instagram to deny the rumours of domestic violence in their relationship.In a post shared via her Instagram page on Tuesday, June 16, 2020, the celebrity chef debunked all the rumours, insisting that there has never been any form of violence in their home. She went on to announce that if the rumour of domestic violence in their relationship continues to spread, the necessary legal actions will be taken against the sponsors of such news. It would be recalled that a few weeks ago, Davido had in a post shared via his Instagram said he was making changes to his lifestyle and promised to stop putting the interest of other people before his. He went on to announce that he was changing his phone number because he wanted to do some cleansing.  |
| Veteran OAP Dan Foster dies of Covid-19 Posted: 19 Jun 2020 06:30 AM PDT Nigerian veteran On-Air personality, Dan Foster has passed away. Until his death, Foster was a presenter at City FM.Foster died on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 in Lagos and his wife Lovina confirmed that the veteran broadcaster tested positive for COVID-19-the disease caused by the novel coronavirus.Lovina told Channels Television that test for COVID-19 came back positive on Tuesday before he died on Wednesday afternoon. Popularly called 'The Big Dawg,' Foster was a Nigerian broadcaster and On-Air personality with many years of experience. Prior to his relocation back to Nigeria, Foster worked with numerous radio stations in the United States of America. He joined Cool FM in 2000 where he stayed till 2009. He went on to join Inspiration FM and later City FM. He became popular in the country for his role as one of the judges on Idols West Africa series alongside Dede Mabiaku and Ghanaian Abrewa Nana in 2007. He later became a judge at the music talent reality TV show Nigeria's Got Talent alongside actress Kate Henshaw and comedian Yibo Koko. He had a short stint in Nollywood. He was married with three children.  |
| Yemi Alade releases new single, 'Boyz' Posted: 19 Jun 2020 06:00 AM PDT  'Boyz' gets a colourful, and performance charged music video which stars Afro-pop star Seyi Shay.Artist: Yemi Alade Song Title: Boyz Genre: Afro-pop Album: TBA Date of release: June 17, 2020 Label: TBA Producer: Vtek Video Director: Paul Gambit Details/Takeaway: 'Boyz' is an up-tempo number that marks Alade's first official outing for 2020. 'Boyz' gets a colourful, and performance charged music video which stars Afro-pop star Seyi Shay. Watch the video below;  |
| Rema named Apple Up Next Artist Posted: 19 Jun 2020 05:30 AM PDT Earlier today, June 17, 2020, Apple Music announced Nigerian artist, Rema as its latest artist on the 'Up Next' program - Apple Music's monthly artist initiative geared towards identifying, showcasing and elevating rising talent. This also comes with an interview with Ebro Darden.According to Apple Music, "Since the debut of his Rema - EP in March 2019, Rema has become the #18 World Artist across Apple Music based on lifetime plays."Rema tells Apple Music that, "Getting recognised by Apple as their Up Next artist is a huge deal for me. I want to take Afrobeats to the world and now the world is listening, it's an honour. This has come during a time when across the world people are uniting and coming together to fight for justice."This generation, my generation, are standing up and speaking out and it's amazing to see, I am standing right beside them." Ebro Darden, Apple Music's Global Editorial Head of Hip-Hop and R&B Ebro Darden notes that, "Rema embodies the youth movement emerging from the continent of Africa. His voice has carried him from Benin City, Nigeria to Barack Obama's 2019 Summer Playlist. "He's been co-signed by Drake and Rihanna and has remixes to his music with Becky G, Matoma and Major Lazer. Rema is a shy, young artist who has managed to capture the world's attention with his art. We are excited to amplify him further and can't wait to see what he'll do with his platform next." Rema's Up Next short was recorded remotely in Lagos by the artist himself. During the interview, Rema talks about how he got his name. After Darden asked Rema what his name means and how he got it the artist replies, "It means a revelation from another dimension. "The full name is 'RHEMA,' but I shortened it to 'Rema'... I got it from church, I felt my sound resonates with the name... I started calling myself Rema. I started calling myself Rema when I was 14 - I used to call myself Blitz... I switched my name from Blitz to Rema because I felt Rema matches my sound." The MAVIN artist then repeats his manifesto, "The goal is to take Africa to the world, if the world can't come to Africa. That's the plan."  |
| RIP Dan Foster: The 'Big Dawg' goes home Posted: 19 Jun 2020 05:00 AM PDT The idea sometimes intersects the divide between colorful persona and masculine humour. Other times, it's a combination of charming bravado and media nous. But on most days, the man known as Dan Foster was a masterful on-air personality who couldn't be silenced even after 'ikebe' was taken from his mouth. Born Daniel Foster in Washington D.C, United States, he was raised by his father alongside three other siblings after losing their mother at the age of 10.So he remained till his death on June 17, 2020. On how his career began, he told Ndani TV in 2014 that, "Telling stories is what I've always wanted to do. I could read well from the very beginning and I attribute that to not watching TV. If you're at home, kill your television! "There was a lot of competition in America. I came to Nigerian because I needed more experience in morning radio..." According to him, he always had "morning radio energy," but America radio only afforded him 7 pm - 12 am slots. "Kill your television!" Born Daniel Foster in Washington D.C, United States, he was raised by his father alongside three other siblings after losing their mother at the age of 10. In his youth, he studied Broadcasting and Drama at Morgan State University. Baltimore, Maryland - close to his origin. An ex-marine, he was employed by Cathy Hughes Radio One, Mix 106.5 in America, and WTBN in the American Virgin Island. In the 2000s, just as the modern Nigerian radio was fusing with the early stages of Nigerian contemporary pop, Dan Foster moved to Nigeria and joined Cool FM in 2000. He got the job in Nigeria through a website that allowed radio personalities to showcase their best work. One of the clips got to Chris Obosi and he sent a letter to Dan Foster. The rest as they say is history. Almost immediately, people took to his voice, gimmicks, accent and quick assimilation of the Nigerian space and he shot into the limelight. With knowledge of anything related to lifestyle, entertainment and popular culture, he was revered for his ability to thrill while also informing his array of dedicated listeners. Around the same time, Lagos had about three or four radio stations and Foster studied each other those stations to get their 'morning energy' and find a formula to best all of them. While Nigeria had successful radio personalities before Dan Foster, he can be revered as one of the modern mavens of morning radio in Nigeria. "We're Inspiration FM, your official family radio..." In September 2009, Foster left Cool FM for Inspiration FM because of the value it offered and the family aspect that Inspiration FM oozed. From there, he moved to City FM in 2016 and then to Classic FM where he worked till his death. It was during his time at Inspiration FM that controversy hit Foster the most. According to a report on Encomium Weekly, he was forced to resign form Inspiration FM after internal issues with management. Acting and Show Judge In 2007, he became a judge on Idols West Africa alongside Dede Mabiaku and Abrewa Nana. In 2012, he became a judge on Nigeria's Got Talent alongside Kate Henshaw and Yibo Koko. In a viral clip, he infamously fell off his seat after a hilarious audition by a Nigerian comedian. In between the drama, he had a highly publicized relationship with media mogul, Linda Ikeji. Awards In 2001, he was named Best Radio Presenter by the Nigeria Merit Award. In 2003, 2004, and 2005, he was named the Best Radio Personality at the Nigerian Media Merit Award. He is survived by his wife, Lovina and four children.  |
| Mercy and Tacha finally make Peace? on the 10th day of BBNaija Pepper Dem Reunion Posted: 19 Jun 2020 04:30 AM PDT Episode 10 of the ongoing Pepper Dem reunion show did not have the fireworks but what it missed in that section, it made up for with a long overdue moment. Catch the highlights of the latest episode of Big Brother Naija Pepper Dem Reunion Show.In a not so surprising turn of event, show host, Ebuka introduced the past season's most controversial housemates- Mercy and Tacha.As you may recall, the former housemates and their teeming fan base have made little to no attempt to hide that there is no love lost between them. But for good old Big Brother's sake, Mercy and Tacha tried to iron out their difference and the receipts will shock you!Before the Infamous hair flip, the duo were 'cool' Tacha put conspiracy theorists to rest when she revealed on the show that before the disqualifying fight, she had congratulated Mercy on securing immunity while they were both in the bathroom. Things however got heated after Cindy blew a careless statement she made out of proportion. For the unfortunate incident, Tacha admitted to letting her agitation from being up for possible eviction for the umpteenth time and at such a critical time in the game get to her. Don't believe everything you see on the Gram Add Twitter to the mix! For the lot who would have sworn that the heads of the Titans and Mercenaries are archenemies, episode 10 had some eye-opening revelation from the horses' mouths.  Both Mercy and Tacha shared that their relationship was not as toxic as their fans made it out to be. Since the 2019 show, the two had exchanged a few calls but primarily dealt with miscommunication which Tacha claimed had very little to do with her including Mercy's accusation that she trolled her on social media. The juicy update is some Mercenaries have pulled up receipts of Tacha trolling Mercy.
The Ubi-fold Cord At some point, the former housemates gave room for a conversation about the role popular record label boss, Ubi Franklin, played in one of their many online rifts. Mercy explained the label boss tried to rope her into what she assumed was a sham makeup between her and Tacha. A possible end to the Titan/Mercenary Feud? Tacha and Mercy may be on the path to mending their relationship. The episode ended with the duo admitting most of the grey areas in their relationship existed due to miscommunication and that they were willing to actually finally bury the hatchet and look forward to a future of champagnes on the beach and a chance to live Tacha's "When women gather together, failure is impossible" mantra.  |
| Lady who accused D'banj of rape denies being arrested: 'I'm done and leaving everything behind' Posted: 19 Jun 2020 04:00 AM PDT  Seyitan says she is moving on from the drama surrounding the rape allegations.The lady who accused music star, Dapo Oyebanjo popularly known as Dbanj of rape has denied the news that she was arrested.About a week ago, a Nigerian model scout, Benjamin Ese, alleged that Dbanj raped his friend (Seyitan) on December 31, 2018, at Glee hotel in Victoria Island, Lagos.In a post shared via her Twitter page on Wednesday, June 17, 2020, the young lady said she was moving on with her life.She went on to refute the claims that she was arrested alongside her mother. "I'm done with all these back and forth drama...Frank took me to the party and gave me the key to the room. I'm moving on and leaving everything behind me. Thanks and God bless," she tweeted.
Seyitan's tweets came barely a few hours after the rumours started filtering the air that she was arrested by the music alongside her mother. Dbanj had earlier taken to his Instagram page where he demanded an open apology and a compensation of N100M from the young lady.  |
| Posted: 19 Jun 2020 03:30 AM PDT Nigerian actress, Iyabo Ojo is TikTok's celebrity for the month of June. When she is not making movies, this super talented actress can be seen on TikTok sharing joy and laughter with her videos. Iyabo Ojo, DudukeChallenge and WipeItDown make the conversation.With over 150 interesting and fun videos and a following of over 138K, we love Iyabo Ojo's energy and the character this creative genius puts behind it all. We see, love and salute you. Click here to see more videos. Meet this brilliant creator Samskid_  Many things about Samskid_'s TikTok feed grabs your attention, his fiery coloured hair, his loony facial reactions, the brilliant blend of original comical thoughts and accompanying music. But what makes him irresistible is his use of nostalgia about Nigerian childhood antics and theatrics to build an audience of over 240,000 followers on the platform predicated on visual excellence. Click here to check him out. What Went Viral?  #Dudukechallenge was created by Nigerian Musician, @Simplysimi, when she danced happily showing her pregnancy and encouraged her fans to do likewise. Her happiness was contagious as people shared videos with towel bellies, pot bellies and even flat bellies. This challenge began just around the Mother's Day celebration and quickly became a tune for celebrating soon-to-be-mothers. In just 7 days, the hashtag got over 3M views! Over 5k users posted videos using this hashtag and over 13k videos were shared. This viral hashtag is currently sitting on 28.9M views. #Wipeitdown  was all the rage this month. This viral trend showcased users wiping a mirror to either reveal different, more fancy versions of themselves or another person in the shot with them. The magic of this trend lies in the fact that the "reveal" could be so unexpected. The main lyric of the sound created a perfect verbal cue for the "wipe it down" action. In just 7 days this trend got over 11M views and 31K shares. The hashtag has over 4k creations to date. Some celebrities who joined this challenge are @willsmith, @Stevenchuks and @elozonam1, check them out!  |
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