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- Burna Boy’s twice as tall album makes UK’s top 10 albums
- BBNaija2020: Frodd blasts Omashola for comparing him with Lucy
- “You have COVID-19” – Nigerians blast Omotola Jalade for wanting cinemas to reopen
- BBNaija2020: Nigerians applaud Laycon and Vee for an outstanding performance during the Airtel advert challenge
- Burna Boy hails Wizkid as they link up in London
- Mompha sues EFCC, demands N5m as damages
- Mompha reportedly rearrested again by EFCC
- Jason Njoku – "Why I Won’t Encourage My Children To Be Entrepreneurs" Iroko TV Boss says
- Meet the Lovestruck Couple that got Married Within 2 Weeks Of Meeting
- Introducing UK Based Afro Caribbean Act, J. Carlyle
- Fireboy Set To Release Sophomore Album “Apollo” On August 20
- Tacha Beats Mercy Eke To Win “Brand Influencer Of The Year” And 2 Other Awards
- Wizkid's 'Smile' makes it to Barack Obama's summer playlist
- Actress, Lizzy Anjorin slams those advising her to keep her marriage private
- Jahblend tackles bad governance and injustice on new single, 'Embargo'
- Regina Daniels – “All I do is take care of my son and mind my business”
- BBNaija2020: Filmmaker, Ayo Shonaiya– It’s such a shame “good girls” like Kaisha are not in fashion anymore
- BBNaija's Uriel Oputa - I’m tired of men calling women ‘gold diggers’
- Angela Okorie celebrates birthday with stunning new photos
- Kate Henshaw reacts to claim celebrities are paid to say COVID-19 is real
- BBNaija2020: Nengi – “I’ll evict Lucy from the house if I’m given the chance”
- BBNaija2020: Erica – Whenever I get tired of Kiddwaya, I will dump him
- BBNaija2020: Erica – “If Kiddwaya leaves me for Wathoni, that means he’s tasteless”
| Burna Boy’s twice as tall album makes UK’s top 10 albums Posted: 20 Aug 2020 01:30 AM PDT  Nigerian singer, Burna Boy has been winning on every side since he released his 5th album, Twice As Tall.After taking over American billboards following the release the album, Burna Boy has broken another record in the United Kingdom (UK).The album has just made it to UK's Top 10 Albums and that's another major win for Burna Boy and his team.According to Official Charts;"Three more new releases could secure a Top 10 debut this week; British folk singer Kate Rusby is eyeing her first Top 10 with Hand Me Down at 6, Nigerian rapper and singer Burna Boy is at 8 with his fifth studio album Twice as Tall, and Rumer's first country album Nashville Tears is at 9, possibly her first UK Top 10 album in eight years." — Burna Boy (@burnaboy) August 17, 2020  |
| BBNaija2020: Frodd blasts Omashola for comparing him with Lucy Posted: 20 Aug 2020 01:00 AM PDT  Ex-Big Brother Naija housemate, Frodd, has slammed his former housemate, Omashola, for comparing him to a 2020 BBNaija lockdown edition housemate, Lucy.Omashola took to his Twitter handle on Monday to engage followers in a debate where he asked: "Lucy and Frodd who cry pass?"Reacting to Omashola's question, Frodd retweeted, "Is like you are stupid?"And Omashola replied: "Mad man if I talk now you will start to cry again….. Oya sorry."   |
| “You have COVID-19” – Nigerians blast Omotola Jalade for wanting cinemas to reopen Posted: 20 Aug 2020 12:30 AM PDT  Instagram users are critical the lack of wisdom in Omotola Jalade after she made a post on Instagram, calling on the government to reopen cinemas.Just 3days ago, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde displayed a high level of courage when she came public to reveal that she tested positive for COVID-19. She revealed that she has been ill and in isolation.However, a new post she made on Instagram today shocked most people as she supported the reopening of cinemas despite her experience with COVID.Instagram users have now taken to the comment section of her post to criticize her opinion.See her post below;      |
| Posted: 20 Aug 2020 12:00 AM PDT  Lovers of BBNaija on twitter have acknowledged Laycon and Vee's outstanding performance during the Airtel advertisement challenge.The task was basically for the already divided housemates to create a jingle for one of the major sponsor for the show, Airtel. While other housemates did what they could, Laycon's team which comprised of Vee, Nengi and Tolani Baj, murdered their task effortlessly by giving an outstanding performance.Although the winners have not been announced yet, Twitter users who were very impressed have already come to a conclusion that Laycon's team should be declared the winner.See reactions below;
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| Burna Boy hails Wizkid as they link up in London Posted: 19 Aug 2020 11:30 PM PDT  Nigeria's international starboy, Wizkid and African Giant, Burnaboy linked up together in London recently and they had the best of time together.Videos from there entertaining meeting has littered social media since the video surfaced online.The two singer had nice time together with their squad as they all had drinks and smoked together. Watch videos below;
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| Mompha sues EFCC, demands N5m as damages Posted: 19 Aug 2020 11:00 PM PDT  Social media celebrity, Ismaila Mustapha, aka Mompha, has slammed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) with a N5million lawsuit over his recent arrest.Mompha, who is currently facing money laundering charges before the Federal High Court, was rearrested on Friday, August 14.Following a court order, Mompha had gone to the EFCC office in Ikoyi, Lagos to reclaim his five wristwatches, one Apple Air pod, one iPhone 8 mobile phone and one pair of sunglasses, seized from him by the anti-graft agency, when he was rearrested.In the suit filed against EFCC by his lawyer, Gboyega Oyewole today, August 18, Mompha prayed the court to declare his rearrest and detention by the EFCC as unjustifiable and unlawful.He urged the court to declare that the continued seizure of the items violated his right to own property under Section 44 of the constitution. Mompha also prayed the court to order EFCC to release him, give back his seized items and also pay him N5million as damages.  |
| Mompha reportedly rearrested again by EFCC Posted: 19 Aug 2020 10:30 PM PDT  Nigerian social media big boy, Ismaila Mustapha better known as Mompha was recently on the lips of internet users after he was arrested by the EFCC for alleged money laundering.The internet sensation was eventually released on bail and he continued his life in Nigeria.However, Mompha's 'freedom' has proven to be short lived. The social media celeb has reportedly been rearrested by the anti-graft agency.According to reports from The Nation, Mompha was recaptured on Friday, August 14, after he went to the EFCC office in Ikoyi to collect some of his properties that were seized.The Nation reports that he went to reclaim his five wristwatches, one Apple Air pod, an iPhone 8 mobile phone and a pair of sunglasses that was seized from him by the EFCC. It was gathered that following an application from Mompha's lawyer, Gboyega Oyewole (SAN), Justice Mohammed Liman ordered that the social media celeb's properties be returned to him. The judge had reportedly ruled that since the seized items were not exhibits in Mompha's money laundering charges, the EFCC had no reason to hold on to them. "Failure to release the property is illegal. As of today (July 24), no charge has been file regarding the items. It is too long to withhold the applicant properties," the judge said. reacts to ongoing protest in Nigeria However, it was reported that Mompha had barely left the EFCC premises when he was waylaid and taken into custody.  |
| Jason Njoku – "Why I Won’t Encourage My Children To Be Entrepreneurs" Iroko TV Boss says Posted: 19 Aug 2020 10:00 PM PDT  Iroko TV boss, Jason Njoku has revealed why he won't encourage his children to be entrepreneurs.In a tweet he shared, the British-Nigerian start-up investor who noted that he wants his kids to be happy said he won't encourage them to be entrepreneurs because it is "super hard".Jason added that though entrepreneurship may make them rich, it will cause them unhappiness. "I want my kids to be happy. So definitely not encouraging this entrepreneurship path. Its super hard. It may make you rich (very unlikely) but it will more likely than not cause unhappiness. The deep kind. The kind that just grinds everything to dust. I think I need a 15km run" he tweeted.   |
| Meet the Lovestruck Couple that got Married Within 2 Weeks Of Meeting Posted: 19 Aug 2020 09:00 AM PDT WOW!!! Just wow!!!! ……………………………This is a love story that will/might/must shock you……..Read about it below;    |
| Introducing UK Based Afro Caribbean Act, J. Carlyle Posted: 19 Aug 2020 08:00 AM PDT  Platinum-selling producer, Mantra, who has produced for Future and Rihanna, has produced J. Carlyle's new single titled "Forever Girl," pulling in vocals from Nigerian-born, Great Adamz; J. Carlyle says, "the Caribbean/Afrobeat sound made me think I needed to get Great Adamz, evidently, it's worked out beautifully."Fresh off his video/single, "Man of Action," which premiered over GRM Daily, surpassing 25,000 views and 50,000 digital streaming platform spins, J. Carlyle shows his fans he isn't just a one-dimensional rapper with his new single, "Forever Girl," causing a stir online; the stunning visuals show the pair performing in front of a set of dancers and findingtheir "Forever Girl."J. Carlyle started writing songs at the age of 15, where he began his career off as a Grime MC; the artistes he looks up to vary and in his words, "as much as I love Vybz Kartel, I can appreciate all good much but Reggae, Dancehall, and R&B is where my heart is."  Great Adamz says, "Afro-beats is a way of life and melody comes from local traditional elements mixed together with language and older sounds." The single, "Forever Girl," was halfway done when Great Adamz got on board and took it in his own direction. Getting to know more about J. Carlyle and Great Adamz, a Q&A session was arranged.  When did you first get into music? J Carlyle I've always loved music from a child, learning the dances and stuff but didn't start writing myself until I was like 14/15, that's when I started out as a Grime MC, but just grew my skills over the years, then I started teaching writing workshops for local youths. Great Adamz I got into music when I was 9 years old in the choir singing with my mother however, professionally, I started releasing music when I was 16 years old but I did stop for a while to go to the university which I finished and graduated from University of Northampton with a B.Sc in Human Resource. What has influenced you and your music? J. Carlyle My parents and family; I grew up on MTV and old school dub as well. Lovers Rock, which led to understanding the different emotions behind different genres. Great Adamz Well, my biggest influence is the Nigerian culture; Afrobeats is a way of life and melody comes from local traditional elements mixed together with language and old sound so I have to say my biggest influence is the Nigerian culture and of course, my mother, as she was the first to introduce me to the African sound. What was the inspiration behind "Forever Girl?" J. Carlyle As an artiste, my ethos is "making music that I like to listen to." I heard the instrumental and was inspired straight away; it has a Caribbean/Afrobeat vibe, which also made me think that getting Great Adamz to feature would work – evidently, it's worked out beautifully – I believe it's a song for everyone to enjoy. Great Adamz When I heard the song, it was half way done already and it was very Bashment Jamaican; I didn't want to bring in anything to it if it won't be different or special so I decided to take a different direction and take the sound to West Africa – the inspiration was to create music that appreciates women with an African melody as well as a Caribbean melody too. Who are your musical inspirations? J. Carlyle My musical inspiration is the world, whether it's songs/quotes from conversations or watching/experiencing life; artistes I listen to or look up to vary – I love Vybz Kartel as much as I love System Of A Down – I can appreciate all good music as a work of art but Reggae/Dancehall and R&B is where the heart is. Great Adamz Lucky Dube and Grace Lori. What can we expect from you in the future? J. Carlyle More music. Different genres. Collaborations with different artistes. I'm gonna leave a positive impact in the world. Great Adamz More music and a couple of new music videos from my EP titled "This Is ME," which is out now on digital platforms.  |
| Fireboy Set To Release Sophomore Album “Apollo” On August 20 Posted: 19 Aug 2020 07:00 AM PDT  Nigerian singer, Fireboy DML announced the release of his sophomore project, 'Apollo' on Thursday, August 20, 2020.The announcement came via his Twitter page when he wrote, "Apollo. 20th of August." The album will be a follow-up to Nigeria's best selling album of 2020 (so far) and Fireboy's debut, Laughter, Tears and Goosebumps.In a follow up tweet, Fireboy wrote;  |
| Tacha Beats Mercy Eke To Win “Brand Influencer Of The Year” And 2 Other Awards Posted: 19 Aug 2020 06:00 AM PDT Disqualified BBNaija season 4 housemate, Tacha has beaten Mercy Eke to win the "Brand Influencer of the Year" and two other awards at the Scream All Youths Award. Tacha "Brand Influencer of the Year"The 7th edition of the Scream All Youths Awards held virtually yesterday August 16 and Tacha won big.She was nominated in three categories: Social media influencer, Fashion Brand of the year and Brand influencer of the year.Other ex-housemates such as Mercy Eke and Dianne Russet were also nominated in the "Brand influencer of the year" category. She has now taken to her social media pages to announce that she won 3 categories. Making the announcement, Tacha acknowledged her fans, the Titans. "After God na orna [una]", she tweeted. See her tweet below; — TACHA🔱🇳🇬🇬🇭 (@Symply_Tacha) August 16, 2020  |
| Wizkid's 'Smile' makes it to Barack Obama's summer playlist Posted: 19 Aug 2020 02:53 PM PDT  Wizkid joins other global stars like Beyonce, Megan Thee Stallion, J. Cole, Billie Eilish and more on the playlist.On August 18, 2020, former American Senator and President has released his summer playlist and for a second year running, it includes a Nigerian song.
This year, the list includes 'Smile' by Wizkid and H.E.R. In his Twitter announcement, Obama wrote, "Over the past few months, I've spent a lot of time listening to music with my family. I wanted to share some of my favorites from the summer—including songs from some of the artists at this week's @DemConvention. Hope you enjoy it." Wizkid joins other global stars like Beyonce, Megan Thee Stallion, J. Cole, Billie Eilish and more on the playlist. In 2019, Obama's playlists included 'Iron Man' by Rema and 'Anybody' by Burna Boy. Listen to Wizkid's 'Smile' track below;  |
| Actress, Lizzy Anjorin slams those advising her to keep her marriage private Posted: 19 Aug 2020 05:30 AM PDT Yoruba Nollywood actress, Lizzy Anjorin wants to those who have been advising her to keep her marriage away from social media to back off. Anjorin and her hubby, Lawal tied the knot back in July.The movie star and businesswoman made this known via her Instagram page on Monday, August 17, 2020.According to her, anyone who can't endure seeing the beautiful things of life like her marriage should, please delete their Instagram account. "Keep your marriage off social media after you carry your mouth spoil them finish abi. You say the deadliest and dirtiest things against the marriage so you should be ready to see the happiest and awesomeness of God's grace of same marriage," she wrote. "If you cant endure seeing beautiful things of life, abeg delete your account. To serve Nigeria is not by force. Make we all respect every dearly problem wey dey how body some of our benefactors dey stay." Anjorin's statement might be related to the photos and videos of her husband and herself that has flooded social media since they tied the knot. Anjorin and her hubby, Lawal tied the knot back in July at a private wedding ceremony attended by close friends and relatives.  |
| Jahblend tackles bad governance and injustice on new single, 'Embargo' Posted: 19 Aug 2020 05:00 AM PDT Incubation factory entertainment recording artist, Jahblend is set to release his second single this year titled 'Embargo.' Few months ago the Reggae/Dancehall rising star debuted his first single 'Black On Black' which sensitizes the populace on the injustice of the police.Few months ago the Reggae/Dancehall rising star debuted his first single 'Black On Black' which sensitizes the populace on the injustice of the police.Jahblend takes the conscious route with his new single 'Embargo' as he tackles the illegitimate and corrupt dealings of the Nigerian government which continuously promises and consistently fails to keep its promises.'Embargo' addresses the shortcomings and corrupt practices of the government and Jahblend uses the single to sensitize the people with conscious thought-provoking songs. First, it was, 'Black On Black' and now it's, 'Embargo.' Jahblend is using his music as a weapon his music is a reflection of the environment we find ourselves in. 'Embargo' was released on August 14, 2020 and it is available on all streaming platforms. The single is produced by Horsh, who produced a chunk of Majesty Lyn's EP. You can play the song below;  |
| Regina Daniels – “All I do is take care of my son and mind my business” Posted: 19 Aug 2020 04:30 AM PDT  Nollywood actress and billionaire wife, Regina Daniels has revealed her major priority as a new mother.Sharing photos of herself on her Instagram page, the new mother said she doesn't pay attention to unnecessary things which do not matter.Regina said she loves minding her business and shunning any negativity that comes her way.According to her, all she does is to mind the business that pays her, and also take care of her cute son, Munir Neji-Nwoko.  Regina recently showed off the face of her son, Munir and he looked all shades of adorable in the photos which she shared.  |
| Posted: 19 Aug 2020 04:00 AM PDT  Nigerian Lawyer and filmmaker, Ayo Shonaiya has wished big brother Naija housemate, Kaisha best of luck moving forward.Taking to his Twitter account shortly after Kaisha's disqualification, he said that most Nigerians on social media are obsessed with "hot girls".According to him, "good girls" like Kaisha are not in fashion anymore and it's a shame."It's such a shame "good girls" like Kaisha are not in fashion anymore. Most Naija social media obsessed with "hot girls" in this day and age. Best of luck Kaisha. You've done well #bbnaija" he tweeted. Kaisha was evicted yesterday, August 17th, after being voted out by 11 of her fellow housemates.   |
| BBNaija's Uriel Oputa - I’m tired of men calling women ‘gold diggers’ Posted: 19 Aug 2020 03:30 AM PDT  2017 BBNaija housemate Uriel Oputa has expressed displeasure on men who call women gold diggers, especially when the women want a man that is doing okay.She stated that both men and women must bring something to the table if they want to be together.She wrote;  "I'm tired of men calling women Gold diggers when they say they want a man who is okay. This goes to both men and women. Bring something to the plate. I love my mother but i don't ever want to struggle like she did. I am not interested in marrying a billionaire…but if you are kay na. Just work man. work, stop making girls feel like crap for wanting more.."   |
| Angela Okorie celebrates birthday with stunning new photos Posted: 19 Aug 2020 03:00 AM PDT  Nollywood actress, Angela Okorie, clocked a year older, August 17th, and she is making sure the day does not pass by unnoticed as she shared stunning photos of herself to the joy of fans.The mother of one took to her Instagram page to share stunning new photos from her birthday shoot, of herself dripping in gold. She also shared a shoot of herself in a beach with a horse."Happy birthday to me 🎊🎉🎂Am forever greatful Lord 🙏🙏 Celebrate life 🥁🎊🎉🎂 God is indeed great 💥🙌🙌 Legit queen say so 🎊🎉🎂♥️ Burst everywhere ❣❤🌹" she wrote.  See photos below;     |
| Kate Henshaw reacts to claim celebrities are paid to say COVID-19 is real Posted: 19 Aug 2020 02:30 AM PDT  Nollywood actress, Kate Henshaw has reacted to claims that celebrities are being paid to say COVID-19 is real in Nigeria.Henshaw shared her painful experience on her Instagram page after she went for COVID-19 test.To her surprise, a fan responded saying celebrities were paid by Nigerian government to say coronavirus is real.The actress who seemed infuriated by the comment wrote:"COVID-19 test is uncomfortable make I no lie. I was already in tears because this @NseIkpeEtim told me it was painful. Someone commented on my Instagram saying" all these celebrities that have been paid to say there is COVID-19, God will judge you. "If I land am better curse now, shay they will say Kate has started again inside blogs. I just blocked the person and moved on. COVID-19 IS REAL!!    |
| BBNaija2020: Nengi – “I’ll evict Lucy from the house if I’m given the chance” Posted: 19 Aug 2020 02:00 AM PDT  Big Brother Naija housemate, Rebecca Hampson Nengi says she will evict Lucy from the house if she's given the chance.The beautiful housemate revealed this during her diary session with Biggie where she was asked to choose the housemate she will save and the housemate she will evict. Speaking on the housemate she will save, Nengi said she will save Ozo because she sees a whole lot of positivity around him. She also noted that he is the closest person to her in the house so she would definitely want to see him get to the grand finale.  On the housemate she wants out of the show,  |
| BBNaija2020: Erica – Whenever I get tired of Kiddwaya, I will dump him Posted: 19 Aug 2020 01:30 AM PDT  Big Brother Naija housemate, Erica recently got into an argument with fellow housemate, Wathoni over billionaire son, Kiddwaya.During the argument, Erica warned Wathoni to stop giving her attitude because of Kiddwaya. She asked her to go ahead and have him if she wants, instead of attacking her.Erica also took the argument to Tolanibaj who advised her to allow the matter die off. Erica said she has Kiddwaya and she doesn't need to fight anymore to have him. She also said if Kiddwaya gets on her nerves, she can decide to push him away and ride on another ship.  |
| BBNaija2020: Erica – “If Kiddwaya leaves me for Wathoni, that means he’s tasteless” Posted: 19 Aug 2020 01:00 AM PDT  Big Brother Naija housemate, Erica says she will push Kiddwaya away if he ever has something to do with fellow housemate, Wathoni.According to Erica, if Kiddwaya chooses Wathoni over her, that means Kddwaya does not have a great taste and she doesn't roll with guys who are tasteless.She also said she will dump Kiddwaya whenever she is tired of him, because she knows she already has him, and she doesn't have to fight with anyone over him.  "If Kiddwaya decides to leave me for Wathoni, that means he doesn't have great taste and I hate guys who are tasteless"  |
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