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April 05, 2021

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April Fools: 'The Men's Club' series producers prank fans with Easter edition

Posted: 05 Apr 2021 12:30 AM PDT

The fan-favourite web series ended with a third season.

Fans of popular web series 'The Men's Club' got a fine dose of the April fools day prank after the show's producers announced an Easter edition premiere slated for Thursday, April 1.

Red TV announced the surprising edition premiere via their social media platforms, an unsurprising move considering the series premiere a Christmas edition that followed its third season in 2020.

Turns out it was a jolly good prank to commemorate this year's April fools day. The fan-favourite show centers on the lives of four friends as they navigate through life, winding through several relationships. It stars Daniel Etim-Effiong, Ayoola Ayolola, Baaj Adebule and Efa Iwara in lead roles.

Check out the hilarious prank reveal;

Toyin Abraham - I started making money from acting four years ago

Posted: 05 Apr 2021 12:00 AM PDT

Nollywood actress, Toyin Abraham has been in the film industry for over two decades but the actress only began reaping its fruits four years ago

The actress revealed her love for acting hindered her from focusing on the financial aspect of the business.

The comic star actress shared the shocking revelation in a recent interview with Sodas 'N' Popcorn where she opened up about her love for acting and how she's managed to stay afloat for two decades.

While crediting veteran actress Bukky Wright for introducing her to the industry, Abraham revealed that her love for acting meant she payed less attention to making money.

"It was not until I met my manager BigSam who introduced me to FilmOne that I began making money from acting. This was about four years ago," the actress revealed.


Abraham's first collaboration with FilmOne was on her 'Alakada Reloaded' movie. The top-grossing comedy was released to mixed reaction in 2017. The actress has gone on to produce more projects since 2017, some of which include 'Fate of Alakada', 'Ghost and the Tout' and its forthcoming sequel.

Rapper Saweetie breaks silence over elevator incident with ex-boyfriend Quavo

Posted: 04 Apr 2021 11:30 PM PDT

Saweetie says the elevator incident occurred about a year ago.

American rapper Saweetie has broken her silence over the elevator incident with her ex-boyfriend and rapper Quavo.

According to the rapper in a chat with PageSix, the incident happened a year ago.

"This unfortunate incident happened a year ago, while we have reconciled since then and moved past this particular disagreement, there were simply too many other hurdles to overcome in our relationship and we have both since moved on," she said.


"I kindly ask that everyone respect my privacy during this time," she added.

It would be recalled that TMZ released the now-famous elevator video a few days ago.

In the video, Saweetie and Quavo were seen having a physical altercation.


On Friday, March 19, 2021, Saweetie announced that their almost-three-year-old relationship had crashed.

There have been reports that the two had called it quits after Saweetie unfollowed Quavo on Instagram.

The couple started dating in 2018 after Quavo slid into her DM.

Bella Shmurda releases new single, 'World'

Posted: 04 Apr 2021 11:00 PM PDT

The single is a follow-up to 'Rush.'

Artiste: Bella Shmurda

Song: World

Album: TBD

Year: April 2, 2021

Video Director: TBD

Song Producer: SB

Sound Engineer: TBD

Genre: Afro-pop

Label: TBD

Details: The single is a follow-up to the hit single, 'Rush.'

Listen to the song below;

'I am related to Daddy Showkey,' says Don Jazzy

Posted: 04 Apr 2021 10:30 PM PDT

On April 1, 2021, legendary Nigerian music producer and MAVIN Records founder and CEO, Don Jazzy did a BlackBox Interview with Ebuka.

During the interview, Don Jazzy spoke about about his upbringing in Ajegunle, Lagos and his early days of finding music at the Cherubim and Seraphim Church that his family attended. He also spoke about how he might be the greatest percussionist to have ever lived.

But a point that really stood out was his revelation that he and legendary Nigerian artist, Daddy Showkey are blood relatives.


Ebuka had asked Don Jazzy about the realities of his upbringing in Ajegunle when Don Jazzy replied that, "My parents [sheltered us from the realities of Ajegunle]. I won't say my Ajegunle is Daddy Showkey's Ajegunle, obviously. I don't know how we're related, but we're related... My dad knows how we're related, he's my senior bros."

When Ebuka asked why Don Jazzy and Showkey haven't collaborated musically, Don Jazzy replies that, "It just hasn't happened. Now that I have come back to producing, maybe... Why not? Nothing is impossible."

You can watch the full interview below;

Emerging star Coblaze is a triple threat on self-produced single 'Come'

Posted: 04 Apr 2021 10:00 PM PDT

2021 welcomes a new track called Come by Coblaze and it arrives just in time for the reopening of social gatherings as affected by the pandemic.

Coblaze defies the rules of social distancing as the song narrates the ordeal of a man who seeks intimate fun with an enticing lady.

Following the release of his widely received debut "AMEN" in 2019, the multifaceted artist has once again displayed the true depth of his unfathomable talent. Not only does he feature as the songwriter and vocalist, but he also credited as the producer of the new tune.


Come transports you to moments when you want to move your feet in the lightest taps without losing the jive that comes with it. The track is a well-balanced soft Afropop cut that will find its place in house parties, lounges, and similar social clusters.

Signed under PG Records, the collaboration between both parties promises to showcase the ingenuity and undiluted artistry of Coblaze. According to his team, the rollout for Coblaze will undoubtedly pin him onto the industry's top-tier radar by the end of the year. It should be recalled that the lad spent his 2020 crafting superb versions of some of the continent's biggest hits, with fans claiming some were better than the originals.

While we keep watch of all the goodies expected to drop from Coblaze's stable, check out the new track, Come, using any of the links below. You can also Follow Coblaze on Instagram to stay updated on his subsequent releases.

Nigerians react as Wizkid’s babymama, Shola speaks on Davido’s babymama, Chioma

Posted: 04 Apr 2021 09:00 AM PDT

Nigerians have dragged Wizkid's babymama, Shola mercilessly, after she shared her opinion about Davido's babymama, Chioma.

Shola disclosed that she can't explain the love she has for Chioma and she usually finds herself defending her and unconsciously praying for her.

However, fans were not having it as they bashed her for clout chasing with Chioma.

Shola wrote;

"The love I have for Chioma is inexplicable.. Weird but I just find myself unconsciously praying for her, defending her anytime and anywhere… So spiritual lol.. But May God continue to Bless and Strengthen her… and do that which is best for her now and forever. AMEN".

See reactions below;

[Photo]: Nollywood actress Mercy Aigbe is engaged

Posted: 04 Apr 2021 08:00 AM PDT

Nollywood Actress Mercy Aigbe took to social media to announce her engagement.

The mother of two, shared photo of her engagement on Instagram today, April 1, as her friends and colleagues poured in felicitations.

Sharing the engagement photo, she captioned it; "Finally I said Yes to 'D' Owner …Thank you God of many chances".

See screenshot below:


See another video below:


Recall that Mercy Aigbe walked away from the marriage of seven years after being allegedly abused by her estranged husband.

Her ex husband, Lanre Gentry also found love as he flaunted his new boo on social media repeatedly.

Congratulations are in order to her. Fingers remain crossed on if this is an April fool prank.

“Tell daddy I rocked his kicks better” – Wizkid’s son, Tife says as he poses in dad’s shoes

Posted: 04 Apr 2021 07:00 AM PDT

Wizkid's first son, Boluwatife, has bragged about wearing the same shoe size as his dad and even rocking it better than he does. 

The 10 years old boy took to his Instagram page to show how well his dad's shoes fit him. Boluwatife also seized the opportunity to send a happy new month message to his fans and appreciated the person who made the collage of him and his dad in the same shoes.

In his words:

"Happy New Month Everyone 🥳
First of all quick shoutout to the person that dropped this collage in my inbox 🥳 I love it 😬 that being said, can someone please tell my beloved dad that I rocked his kicks better?? 😎😜😅💙💙😜 #SameSizeWithPapa #ImABigBoyNow😎"

See the post below:

Ghanaian Veteran Musician, Shatta Wale, Announces Retirement From Music

Posted: 04 Apr 2021 06:00 AM PDT

Shatta Wale said he has made enough money from music

Sensational musician, Shatta Wale, has announced his official exit from doing music to delve into other businesses as an employer of labour.

The dancehall singer revealed this to his fans on his official twitter page. He noted that his forthcoming studio album, 'Gift Of God', would be the last musical project of his career.

Being one of the richest entertainers in Ghana, Shatta Wale said he has made enough money from music, and he is set to give new talents the opportunity they need to be successful musicians, also to create employment for the needy.

"This #GOGALBUM will be my retirement album. Made enough to go into new businesses and create employment for those who still want to follow the course!", he shared.

Singer Dotman And Girlfriend Welcome Baby Boy In US

Posted: 04 Apr 2021 05:30 AM PDT

Singer Olatunji Oladotun Alade, popularly known as Dotman, has welcomed a baby boy with his girlfriend in the US.

The excited new dad shared the good news on his Instagram page.

"Welcome Home Boy #Alhamdulillah" he wrote

See post below:

In other news, a jealous boyfriend, Vyacheslav has allegedly decapitated his beauty queen girlfriend in Russia after fearing her pageant success would cause her to flirt with other men.

According to Dailymail, the mutilated corpse of the victim, Olga Shlyamina, 33, was found in a snow-covered forest in Novodvinsk, northwest Russia, on Thursday.

The mother-of-two had not been seen since she left home five days earlier and her family reported her missing.

Idris Elba Defends Meghan And Harry’s Interview With Oprah

Posted: 04 Apr 2021 05:00 AM PDT

Idris Elba is the latest star to back Duchess Meghan amid the fallout from her interview with Oprah Winfrey.

Idris Elba is standing by Meghan Markle for "speaking out" after she claimed she'd been "silenced" by the Royal family.

Elba, 48, was a guest at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's royal wedding and also DJ'd at their reception too.
 
During a promotion for his new film – Concrete Cowboy which will be unleashed by Netflix – Idris was asked his view of Meghan speaking out during her interview with Oprah Winfrey.

Entertainment Tonight asked Idris: "We have seen in real life your friend Meghan Markle telling her story of the black experience – what do you think about her courage, just stepping out and saying 'I need to speak my truth'?"

Elba made it clear in his response that he felt Meghan had been backed into a corner and was given no other option but to speak out.

He said: "I will say that everyone has to have their opportunity to speak up about what they feel.

"You cannot take someone's voice away, that's what we have to communicate."

Singer Harrysong Reveals What Great Men Pray For

Posted: 04 Apr 2021 04:30 AM PDT

Newly wed Nigerian singer, Harrison Tare Okiri, better known by his stage name Harrysong, is of the opinion that great men do not pray for money.

According to the Isioma crooner, the greatest gift a great man can pray for is wisdom and self-control. He shared this thought on his Instastories.

See the post below…

Meanwhile, Nigerian Grammy-award-winning singer, Burna Boy, has secured a back-to-back nomination in the International Male Solo Artist category of the 41st edition of the BRITs Awards.

The "Way Too Big" singer was nominated along with American singer and rapper Donald Glover, veteran music icon Bruce Springsteen, record producer Tame Impala and Canadian singer The Weeknd.

Obibini – Why Lesbianism Is Harmless

Posted: 04 Apr 2021 04:00 AM PDT

Ghanaian hip-hop/hiplife musician Obibini has aired his views about lesbianism.

The singer waded into the ongoing argument about the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex (LGBTQI) community in Ghana, saying he supports lesbians but gays should be arrested because their activities are harmful.

Ghanaians, for the past month, have channelled their energy into cancelling the LGBTQI community in Ghana, with the President of Ghana, Nana Akufo-Addo, saying he won't legalise 'same-sex marriage'.

Contributing to the discourse, the Zylofon Music signee has revealed that he supports the female part of the LGBTQI community but hates the male part.

He disclosed this during an exclusive interview with Pulse.com.gh's Selorm Tali on Wednesday, March 31.

According to him, lesbianism isn't harmful but gayism is.

"Lesbianism is harmless; they should arrest the rest," he told Selorm, explaining, "These are two females who just rub things against each other. I don't see anything harmful. The male one is very harmful. You will attest to that. It's crazy."

He said back in his high school, Adisadel College, homosexuality was a thing.

"Back in Adisco, we boned that thing lot. Nothing dread. Adisco was divided between the Bobos and the Batis, so you are either here or there. And it's funny enough the school used to protect those kinds of boys. They were there."

"I didn't believe it was real until I got to high school. It was crazy and nasty. Nobody [gays] approached me but we heard a lot about others engaged in it," he added.

Watch Obibini defend lesbians below.

BBNaija's Mike Edwards Wins At MOC Grand Prix

Posted: 04 Apr 2021 03:30 AM PDT

Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Mike Edwards, who recently welcomed a son has cleared 2.15m to win the high jump event at the AFN/MOC Grand Prix.

The event took place on Wednesday at the Yaba College of Technology (Yabatech) Sports Ground,in Yaba, Lagos.

Edwards who came second at the 2019 Big Brother Naija 'Pepper Dem' reality show last competed last February, soaring to a height of 2.04m at the Steve Miller Open in Manhattan,New York,USA to place third.

Competing on Nigerian soil for the first time since December 2018 when he cleared 2.15m to win the gold medal at the 19th National Sports Festival held at the Abuja National (now Moshood Abiola) stadium, Edwards was the cynosure of all eyes at Yabatech and he didn't disappoint as his 2.15m was good enough to win the event.

Interestingly, Edwards who holds an outdoor personal best of 2.25m has now cleared 2.15m as his best height in his three competitions in Nigeria.
He placed fourth with the height at the African Championship in Asaba,Delta State in August 2018 before striking gold four months later at the National Sports Festival.

It is not clear if Edwards is returning to track and field to fight his way to Tokyo to represent Nigeria at the Olympics this summer.

The 31 year will however need to not only set a new personal best,he will also have to break by at least 8cm the 2.27m national outdoor record set by Anthony Idiata in September 1999.

The qualification standard for the event is 2.33m.

U.S. Court Fixes New Date For Hushpuppi’s Trial

Posted: 04 Apr 2021 03:00 AM PDT

A United States District Court in California has fixed July 27 as new date for the trial of the Nigerian Instagram celebrity facing fraud charges, Ramon Abass, also addressed as Hushpuppi.

This overruled a previous order from the court that fixed May 4 for the trial.

The recent order given by Judge Otis Wright followed an application for extension sought by Mr Abass' defence counsel, Louis Shapiro.

Mr Shapiro premised the request on the fact that he needed additional time to prepare for trial as he was recently hired by the defendant.

"On February 25, 2021, defendant's current counsel, Louis J. Shapiro, substituted in as counsel of record. Defence counsel represents that he requires additional time to prepare this case for trial.

"Specifically, in light of the foregoing, and the complexity of the discovery and allegations in this case, counsel for defendant also represents that additional time is necessary to confer with defendant, conduct and complete an independent investigation of the case, conduct and complete additional legal research including for potential pre-trial motions, review the discovery and potential evidence in the case, and prepare for trial in the event that a pretrial resolution does not occur.

"Defence counsel represents that failure to grant the continuance would deny him reasonable time necessary for effective preparation, taking into account the exercise of due diligence," Mr Shapiro's application filed March 19, read.

He added that the defendant believed that failure to grant the continuance would deny him "continuity of counsel and adequate representation".

Mr Shapiro also noted that the United States government's attorneys were not opposed to the extension as that was the first time such a request was made.

Also in the application, the defence counsel prayed the court for "the exclusion of the time, starting from when he was due for trial in October, 2020 up till July 27, 2021".

According to the American law, the prosecution has to bring the defendant to trial within one year of the charges being filed.

However, on March 22, the judge, Mr Wright, granted the orders of "the continuance of trial and excludable time periods" and fixed July 27, for trial.

The judge ruled, "The court has read and considered the Stipulation Regarding Request for (1) Continuance of Trial Date and (2) Findings of Excludable Time Periods Pursuant to Speedy Trial Act, filed by the parties in this matter on March 19, 2021.

"The court hereby finds that the stipulation, which this court incorporates by reference into this order, demonstrates facts that support a continuance of the trial date in this matter, and provides good cause for a finding of excludable time pursuant to the Speedy Trial Act, 18 U.S.C. § 3161.

"The trial in this matter is continued from May 4, 2021 to July 27, 2021 at 9:00 a.m."

He added that the period of October 13, 2020 to July 27, 2021, inclusive, "is excluded in computing the time within which the trial must commence, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. §§ 3161(h)(7)(A), (h)(7)(B)(i), and (B)(iv)."

Earlier in June, 2020, the 38-year-old known for flaunting his luxurious lifestyle on social media, was arrested in Dubai by special agents including the Emerati police officers and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) operatives.

He is alleged to be the leader of a mafia that facilitates computer intrusion, Business Email Compromise (BEC) fraud and money laundering. FBI says his targeted victims, majorly in the U.S, have been duped of hundreds of millions of dollars.

In July 2020, Mr Abbas alongside Olalekan Ponle, popularly known as Woodberry, was extradited to Chicago in the United States where he was first arraigned.

However, because the U.S. court in Illinois does not have jurisdiction over the case, he was transferred to Los Angeles, a city in California.

At the pretrial services, he pleaded not guilty to the four counts of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, money laundering conspiracies, international money laundering and engaging in monetary transactions in property derived from specified unlawful activity.

If convicted, Mr Abass may spend the next 20 years in the U.S. federal prison.

Quavo speaks on violent elevator altercation with ex girlfriend Saweetie

Posted: 04 Apr 2021 02:30 AM PDT

Quavo has spoken out for the first time since a video of an elevator altercation between him and his ex-girlfriend Saweetie went viral.

Speaking to TMZ, he said he has never physically abused his former girlfriend.

The rapper told TMZ: "We had an unfortunate situation almost a year ago that we both learned and moved on from. I haven't physically abused Saweetie and have real gratitude for what we did share overall."

His response comes shortly after Saweetie spoke out for the first time about the incident.

LAPD detectives want to meet with both Quavo and Saweetie to investigate the elevator fight.

FG extends NIN-SIM linkage till May 6

Posted: 04 Apr 2021 02:00 AM PDT

The deadline for NIN-SIM linkage has been extended from April 6 to May 6, 2021 by the federal government.

Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami said in a statement on Friday April 2 that the request for the extension was presented to President Muhammadu Buhari and he endorsed it.

Pantami also disclosed that the current number of monthly enrolment has increased significantly to about 2.6 million.

The statement jointly signed by Dr Ikechukwu Adinde of NCC and Kayode Adegoke of NIMC read;

"The meeting took place on Thursday, April 1, 2021 and an approval was given to extend the period of the NIN-SIM linkage to the 6th of May, 2021. The request for the extension was presented to President Muhammadu Buhari and he endorsed it.

"With each individual having an average of 3 to 4 SIMs, the total number of SIMs tied to NINs would close to the total number of registered SIMs in the country.

"The Chairman of the EFCC addressed the meeting and stated that the NIN-SIM linkage would support the Federal Government in checkmating the activities of fraudsters and cybercriminals. The Honourable Minister noted the importance of obtaining feedback from all stakeholders in order to ensure that the NIN-SIM linkage process is one that cannot easily be compromised."

UFC middleweight champion, Isreal Adesanya, buys his dad a Bentley after seeing him admiring the car

Posted: 04 Apr 2021 01:30 AM PDT

UFC middleweight champion, Israel Adesanya has purchased a brand new Bentley for his father.

This was after he saw his father admire a Bentley and we have a video which he shared on his social media handle on Instagram.

This comes just a few weeks after Israel became a champion.

Watch the video below;

[Photos]: Months after flaunting her first Benz, Iyabo Ojo’s 20-year-old daughter, Priscilla set to wed

Posted: 04 Apr 2021 01:00 AM PDT

Priscilla Ajoke Ojo, daughter to popular Yoruba movie actress, Iyabo Ojo, has announced that she's getting set to wed her best friend.

However, some fans feel it's just a stunt as Priscilla Ojo who last month just clocked 20, has never showed off a man, although there are rumours that she might be having an affair with either Lil Kesh or Korede Bello.

Fans and well wishers have taken to the comment section of the post to air their thoughts and pen down congratulatory messages to the influencer, although it might be a prank by Priscy.

Priscilla wrote while showing off her engagement ring;

"Finally getting married to my best friend."

See the screenshot below;

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