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[Videos]: Tiwa Savage spends ₦743k on Christian Dior backpack for son Jamil

Posted: 20 Dec 2020 12:30 AM PST

Nigerian singer, Tiwa Savage recently splashed hundreds of thousands of naira on her little boy on their recent shopping.

In a video shared to Jamil's official Instagram page, the little boy is seen in what appears to be Business Class of a plane jetting out to Dubai.


In another video shared to the 5-year-old's account, he is seen with a backpack from a luxury shop. However, it isn't just any kind of backpack but a Christian Dior.

The beige and black Dior Oblique Jacquard costs $1,950 which is about N743,000.

See video below:


Tiwa Savage and Davido go 70's soul in new 'Park Well' video

Posted: 20 Dec 2020 12:00 AM PST

In the 70's, Motown rose as the home of Soul.

Artist: Tiwa Savage featuring Davido

Song Title: Park Well

Genre: Afro-pop, Afro&B, Afrobeat

Album: Celia

Date of release: December 16, 2020

Label: Universal Music Group/Motown

Producer: TBA

Video Director: Director CDK

Details: In the 70's, Motown rose as the home of Soul. The style of performance was usually capped by a bright-colored background, a lead singer under the light and behind a microphone while the band is across the stage.

In her new video for 'Park Well,' that is the vision, and it sees a cheerful Tiwa Savage croon aboard the Speroach-produced love song. Davido assists and the story is told. It's also coincidental that Tiwa Savage is also signed to Motown.

Watch the video below;


Cuppy releases new video for, 'Litty Lit'

Posted: 19 Dec 2020 11:30 PM PST

This was one of the best songs on 'Original Copy.'

Artist: Cuppy featuring Teni

Song Title: Litty Lit

Genre: Afro-pop, E

Album: Original Copy

Date of release: December 17, 2020

Label: Platoon

Producer: TBA

Video Director: TBA

Details: Released off Cuppy's debut album, 'Original Copy,' 'Litty Lit' caught the eye from day one and it featured Teni in her element, dishing out a freestyle in one-take as she aims to soundtrack a Litty Lit party.

Play the video below;


BBNaija Laycon, Blaqbonez, CKay and Jinmi Abduls feature on Joeboy's new single, 'Celebration'

Posted: 19 Dec 2020 11:00 PM PST

The song also features backing vocals from Laycon, Ckay, Blaqbonez and Jinmi Abduls who aid the emPawa artist's quest.

Artist: Joeboy featuring Laycon, Ckay, Blaqbonez and Jinmi Abduls

Song Title: Celebration

Genre: Afro-pop

Album: TBA

Date of release: December 17, 2020

Label: emPawa/Banku

Producer: P-Priime

Video Director: Dammy Twitch

Details: After he opened the year with DJ Neptune's smash hit, 'Nobody,' Joeboy returns with his third single of the year aboard a melodious tune. The record comes in time, aptly titled for Christmas celebration.

The song also features backing vocals from Laycon, Ckay, Blaqbonez and Jinmi Abduls who aid the emPawa artist's quest. Filled with words of affirmation of positivity, Joeboy is brazen and optimistic about his future.

Play the video below;


Rudeboy releases new video for new single, 'Woman'

Posted: 19 Dec 2020 10:30 PM PST

The song follows a similar trope for Rudeboy who might be set for another smash hit.

Artist: Rudeboy

Song Title: Woman

Genre: Afro-pop

Album: TBA

Date of release: December 16, 2020

Label: TBA

Producer: TBA

Video Director: Clarence Peters

Details: Rudeboy is known for his resonant singles, with their street appeal and relatable lines. This time, he attacks a similar topic to poverty, perseverance and money. He discusses the sensitive topic of a woman to stand the test of time in the long game. The song follows a similar trope for Rudeboy who might be set for another smash hit.

Play the video below;


Wande Coal and Fireboy collaborate in new video for, 'Spell'

Posted: 19 Dec 2020 10:00 PM PST

They mark their territory and the record with echoes of a magical, sensual woman.

Artist: Fireboy featuring Wande Coal

Song Title: Spell

Genre: Afro-pop

Album: Apollo

Date of release: December 17, 2020

Label: YBNL/EMPIRE

Producer: Pheelz

Video Director: TG Omori

Details: From his recently released sophomore album, 'Apollo' comes this perfectly matched record featuring Wande Coal. Two men known for their amazing use of falsetto and kings from two generations apart collaborate on a song that offers Nigeria a privilege.

They mark their territory and the record with echoes of a magical, sensual woman. Fireboy sings, "You put a spell on me..." to underline her influence while Wande Coal sings, "You dey jazz me..." in his trademark falsetto.

Play the video below;


Terri releases new video for, 'Kill Man'

Posted: 19 Dec 2020 09:30 PM PST

This was one of the stand out songs from Terri's debut EP.

Artist: Terri

Song Title: Kill Man

Genre: Afro-pop

Album: Afro Series

Date of release: December 17, 2020

Label: Starboy

Producer: TBA

Video Director: WG FILMS

Details: This was one of the stand out songs from Terri's debut EP.

Play the video below;



Tems releases statement on her arrest in Uganda

Posted: 19 Dec 2020 09:00 PM PST

Nigerian singer Tems has released a statement after her release and return to Nigeria following her arrest in Uganda.

The singer says she wouldn't have visited Uganda if she knew about the covid-19 guidelines instituted by the country.

Tems and fellow Nigerian singer Omah Lay were arrested on Sunday, December 13, 2020, for performing at an 'unauthorised concert' and disobeying COVID-19 protocols.

The music star took to her Instagram page on Friday, December 18, where she expressed regret over the turn of events.


"I'm truly saddened that attendees could have possibly been exposed to covid-19. I would never have participated I had even the slightest knowledge that the event would not meet standard operating procedure and put Uganda citizens at risk," she wrote.

She went on to thank the Nigerian and Ugandan governments for the roles they played in resolving the issue.

Tems also thanked all her fans and well-meaning Nigerians and Ugandans who supported her during her arrest.


According to the music star, she also got to see and experience firsthand the strife women go through in while detention.

"The past week has been difficult but eye-opening for me. While I was being detained I met some amazing women and children, and my eyes were opened to the strife and hurt a lot of women are going through," she wrote.

The singer and Omah Lay returned to the country on Thursday, December 18, days after their arrest in Uganda for flouting the Covid-19 guidelines.

The news of their arrival was announced by the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission's Twitter page.

After their arrest, the singers were on Monday, December 14 arraigned in court on charges of doing "acts that are likely to cause the spread of infectious disease Covid-19."

They were later released after spending two days behind bars.

[Videos]: Erica’s outfit to Kim Oprah’s birthday party triggers reaction from fans

Posted: 19 Dec 2020 08:00 AM PST

Popular reality star, Erica Nlewedim has triggered reactions online after wearing an overly revealing outfit to Kim Oprah's birthday.

Fellow reality star, Kim Oprah clocked 25 yesterday 15th of December, and decided to throw herself a fun birthday party.

Attendees of the party include Elozonam, Mercy Eke, Erica, Kiddwaya, and many others.

Erica's outfit to the party however triggered reactions on social media as many of her fans dragged the actress for almost dressing topless.

The disqualified housemate of the 2020 reality show rocked a black and gold damask dress to the party as she did a beautiful catwalk to show off the details of her dress on her IG.

See reactions below;






Singer, YCee brags says 'It only takes me a “Double Tap” to get any lady I want'

Posted: 19 Dec 2020 07:00 AM PST

Nigerian singer and rapper, YCee has revealed that all it takes him to get any lady he wants is just to "double tap" on her picture.

The singer disclosed his bragging right in a recent post he made on his official Twitter page.

According to YCee, whenever he feels like he really likes a lady, he just "double taps", a social media parlance that connotes "liking or reacting" to someone's post.

For YCee, sending his target lady the "YCee just liked your photo" notification does the magic for him as a celebrity because he wouldn't need to do so much talking to get her dance to his whims and caprices.

In his words, "If I like her all this shit would really take is a double tap"


The singer has already come under severe backlashes from from social media users for his careless utterances. See some reactions below;


Nollywood Actor Femi Jacobs replies pastor who said Christians may have to boycott Netflix

Posted: 19 Dec 2020 06:00 AM PST

Femi Jacobs has responded to Pastor Emannuel Iren, the founder of Celebration Church International who encouraged Christians to boycott Netflix.

The pastor had tweeted: "At some point, Christians may have to boycott @netflix . I said what I said."

Some people agreed with him in the comment section and pointed out that movies that depict homosexuality as normal are on the platform which is a good reason to boycott it.


Femi Jacobs then responded to Pastor Iren, writing:


"Pastor Sir, I am an actor and many of my films are on there. I give my offerings from the proceeds of working in Nollywood. God Calling is on there too, it's a faith based film. Advise me, where will we be selling our films, Sir?"



[Photos]: Juliet Ibrahim celebrates her son, Jayden on his 10th birthday

Posted: 19 Dec 2020 05:00 AM PST

Popular Nollywood actress, Juliet Ibrahim has penned down emotional words to celebrate her son, Jayden on his 10th birthday.

The beautiful and curvy thespian said her son is the most amazing 10-year-old child and that she is the most happiest parent on earth.

She wrote, "It was exactly a decade ago, you were crying in my loving arms. Jayden, now you are growing into a fine lad and I couldn't be prouder. My prayer for you is that you live happily for many more decades to come and may all our heartfelt wishes and prayers for you come to past in Jesus name. Amen!

Jayden, For the first time in your life, you need 2 numbers to write your age! So that makes your tenth birthday a beginning of a new era in your life, so make sure you get the most out of it. @jaydenksafo


From all the years you've lived in the past decade of your life, this one will probably require the most work, I mean, you even need more numbers to write down your age now.

But with great work, comes even greater excitement and responsibility when that work is finished, so never forget that no matter how tough the future of a big man like you may seem, there is always a happier side.

More so, Turning ten means you have become Trustworthy, Effective and Noble in decision making. You're a big man now, @jaydenksafo

I am here for you forever and just remember you are a special kid, so I want you to always believe in yourself that you can achieve and become anything you want to be.

You are the reason I am the happiest and luckiest parent on earth because you are definitely the most awesome 10 year old I know."

BBNaija’s Leo – Don’t be carried away by online couple goals

Posted: 19 Dec 2020 04:30 AM PST

Ex-BBNaija housemate, Leo DaSilva has given a rare advice on why people should not get carried away by online couple goals.

The handsome reality TV star gave this advice in a recent tweet he shared on his official Twitter page.

According to him, there are a lot of things that go on behind scenes which admirers won't even tolerate if they were in the couple's shoes.

Having made his points clear, Leo moved on to advise people who envy social media couple goals.

In his words, "I never get carried away by relationship pictures or videos. No matter how great it looks. There's a lot of unspoken things couples go through to stay together they won't tell you. A lot of those things you can't even do."


[Photos]: Williams Uchemba and his wife embark on honeymoon vacation

Posted: 19 Dec 2020 04:00 AM PST

Popular Nigerian Nollywood actor, Williams Uchemba and his wife, Brunella Oscar have shared photos from their honeymoon vacation.

Recall the adorable couple had their traditional and white wedding ceremonies in November this year.

Their wedding was talk of the town and got social media users talking as it was graced by several celebrities.


The actor has now shared lovely photos from their honeymoon on social media.

Posting their honeymoon pictures, the actor who also doubles as a comedian wrote, "My view vs her view"


Refer to his Instagram post below…


Meanwhile in another news, Nollywood actress, Juliet Ibrahim has celebrated her son, Jayden on his 10th birthday with emotional words today.

“Lagos container has never fallen on a billionaire” – Man says bad things only happen to poor people in Nigeria

Posted: 19 Dec 2020 03:30 AM PST

A Nigerian man identified as Dave Partner recently took to his social media account to state that bad things only happens to poor people in Nigeria.

The young man asserted that no rich man's child has been hit by a stray bullet before adding that a container in Lagos has never fell on a billionaire before.

Taking to Facebook account, Dave wrote;

"Just to remind you that a stray bullet never killed a rich man's child. Lagos container never fell on a billionaire.

In a separate post, he said;

"Somehow bad Nigeria only happens to poor people in this country."

Kemi Olunloyo Declares Herself Nigerian Journalist Of The Year

Posted: 19 Dec 2020 03:00 AM PST

As the year runs to an end and no award is forthcoming, Kemi Olunloyo has declared herself Journalist of the year.

The self-acclaimed Nigerian investigative journalist made the declaration in a tweet she posted via her verified Twitter page on Thursday, December 17.

According to her, it's been an overwhelming year that saw her go from breaking news to blockbuster investigative stories back-to-back.

"JOURNALIST OF THE YEAR @Kemiolunloyo From breaking news to investigating stories. It's been a very overwhelming year. #ijcovid19 #ijlekkimassacre #ijcoza #dbanj, Abba Kyari, HushPuppi, Kiki Mordi BBC controversy, Kobe Bryant, Mompha and many stories I worked on. Thx🙏🏽", she tweeted on her page.


Rita Dominic replies a follower who misunderstood her post

Posted: 19 Dec 2020 02:00 AM PST

Nollywood veteran actress, Rita Dominic has replied a follower after he misunderstood her post then acted based on that misunderstanding.

Rita had earlier tweeted:

"People will respect who they want to. It is earned not forced."

The follower who failed to understand what she was on about, replied:

"I'm sorry but this is bullshit, this is why we keep raising and becoming monsters.

"Please respect everyone to the best of your abilities. It's for your own good. It's not force, it's an advice."



And Rita responded to the follower, writing: "What are you on about? Do you even understand the tweet or you just want to sound like you are intelligent or what?"


[Video]: L.A.X takes delivery of his brand new Benz and Prado same day

Posted: 19 Dec 2020 01:30 AM PST

Damilola Afolabi A.K.A LAX has lavished millions of Naira on himself as he buys two cars, a brand new Mercedes Benz and a Prado same day.

The Ginger crooner disclosed this after he shared on his Instagram page, a video showing moment two brand new luxury cars got delivered to his apartment in Lagos.

In the caption that accompanied his post, an excited LAX appreciated his car dealer for delivering both cars to his residence.

As expected, his fans, friends and well-wishers have already taken over his comment section with congratulatory messages.

Watch video of LAX taken delivery of his expensive "toys" below…


[Video]: Crazeclown, and his fiancee, Jojo, expecting their first child

Posted: 19 Dec 2020 01:00 AM PST

It is indeed a period of joyful celebration for popular comedian, Crazeclown who is set to welcome his first child with fiancee, Jojo.

The comedian recently took members of the internet community by surprise after he made an official announcement on his verified Instagram page.

The expectant father shared a video from Jojo's maternity shoot on his Instagram page.

See the video below;


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