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  • Grammy next, Speed darlington prophesies after winning award

    Grammy next, Speed darlington prophesies after winning award

    Controversial singer, Speed Darlington has leaped for joy as he gets recognition from The List Award organisers for his latest hit single.

    The singer released his latest hit single ‘Bomb’, which he claimed has garnered a minimum of 18,000 streams monthly on streaming platforms.

    Speed Darlington further bragged about his song making waves across streaming platforms despite not promoting it on any radio station or other platform.

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    Sharing his award plaque on the image-sharing platform, Instagram, Speed hinted at heading for the prestigious Grammy next.

    “Look what @isee_magazine gave me.  Yoruba people shove your awards up your a – ss. White people you too shove Grammy up your a – ss.. my language people got me! Thank you sooooo much @isee_magazine.. Grammy next,” he wrote.

  • Uriel denies intimate moment with Groovy

    Uriel denies intimate moment with Groovy

    BBNaija All Stars ex-housemate, Uriel Oputa has refuted claims of intimate moment with Groovy.

    She denied aggressively kissing her newfound love interest and junior colleague, Groovy in a car.

    The Nation reported that the duo was spotted kissing in a car and exposed their brewing relationship after which Uriel faced severe backlashes for going for a younger colleague.

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    However, in a recent interview with notable content creator, Jimi Agbaje, the fitness enthusiast addressed the current buzz surrounding her relationship with Groovy.

    When asked about the alleged kiss, Uriel denied having such a moment with the junior colleague while affirming that they only had a conversation in the car.

    “I don’t know, what do you think?” I was going home and we were having a conversation,” she said.

  • Rema meets Rwanda’s President Kagame

    Rema meets Rwanda’s President Kagame

    Afrobeats sensational singer, Divine Ikubor aka Rema, had a one-on-one visit to the Rwandan President, Paul Kagame at the presidential palace in Kigali on Sunday.

    The Nation reported that Rema attended the 2023 Trace Music Awards in Kigali on Saturday where he won the Global African Artist of the Year and Song of the Year with ‘Calm Down’.

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    Speaking during his visit to the President, the music star said: “Coming to Rwanda, it gives me that vibe of a place where I can rest and feel at home without having to travel overseas.

    “A lot of time we just want to take that break, we just want to lay back… I feel like here we can have serene energy, that vibe. And I feel like it’s even going to be a bigger thing when we start uniting.

    “I must say thank you so much, Mr President.”

  • Actor Alesh Sanni calls out ‘fake’ friend over ‘fraudulent activities’

    Actor Alesh Sanni calls out ‘fake’ friend over ‘fraudulent activities’

    Actor Alesh Sanni has called out an alleged fraudulent lady posing as his friend while defrauding millions of people.

    He also revealed she has been scamming a lot of people, promising to take them to the UK.

    According to him, she has been presenting herself as his friend and using his photos as her display picture (DP).

    Alesh Sanni, who was obviously upset, claimed that he had contacted the woman and asked her to reimburse her victims but she had refused.

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    Alesh has vowed to ensure her deportation in order to demonstrate to her his mettle.

    He wrote: “This girl Dey play me. She scammed people of millions that she would take them to the UK using my pictures as her friend… Can you imagine this devil, I told her to refund them and she no wan refund ….. na me get wide mouth Abi … I go show you say I hate scammers. oleeeeeeeeeeee Omo oshi … if you don’t return that money today … trust me na deportation straight….. wait on it ,,, Omo ofo .. alabe rirun Ashiere”.

  • Don’t demand what you can’t afford from boyfriend – Toke Makinwa

    Don’t demand what you can’t afford from boyfriend – Toke Makinwa

    Media personality Toke Makinwa has advised ladies in relationships against extorting their better half by making outrageous demands.

    The podcaster said it was wrong for ladies to demand what they can’t afford for themselves from their lovers.

    Speaking in the latest episode of her podcast, TokeMoments, she cautioned ladies against putting pressure on their male partners.

    She said: “As a woman, you’re living in Mushin, and you’re putting pressure on a guy to buy you a house in Banana Island. I’m sorry. Make it make sense. Can you buy it? Can you even move yourself out of where you are small?

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    “If he meets you maybe like halfway and you are saying to him that ‘Bros, I worked hard to get halfway but I’ve a dream. My dream is not to be here where you met. And I’m not lazy. For me to leave this point to get to that point, you can see the trait of hard work. Are you going to join me to move there or are you going to be there?’ Period.”

    She added that women who make excessive demands from men are the reason men insult women.

  • Netizens react to Phyna’s birthday wish to Beauty Tukura

    Netizens react to Phyna’s birthday wish to Beauty Tukura

    Big Brother Naija season 7 winner, Josephina Ijeoma Otabor aka Phyna shocked many as she took to her insta story to wish her former rival, Beauty Tukura a happy birthday.

    Recall that the former beauty queen and reality star turned 26 on Saturday.

    Phyna surprised many when she took to her Instagram story to celebrate her rival.

    Sending her birthday wishes, she prayed for Long life and prosperity.

    She said: “Happy birthday. LLNP God bless your new age”.

    Her birthday message has since caused a stir online as many hailed her for her maturity, while others blasted her for being a clout chaser.

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    Merry Jilove wrote: “Weldone Phyna the winner. We all know Phyna is not one to keep grudges for too long and won’t fear. None of y’all let go of whatever issues she had with Beauty. Kudos Phyna. I love you big big

    Another user, Dalugram said: “I’ve never used these words before but I’m compelled “Cloutina

    Sexy Grape wrote, “She has to bow for her mother

    Firstly Queen wrote: “They ain’t enemies

    Marsh Mellow wrote: “Lol. Now that you are a clown you looking for a friend! Though you had balls before! Sm

    Real Queen Vee wrote: “Nice of her

    One Jumpsuit Magazine wrote: “Cloutina. You grab every opportunity to insult her and now you are showing love? Ment.”

  • Comedian CuteAbiola debunks rumour of buying a car for MohBad’s father

    Comedian CuteAbiola debunks rumour of buying a car for MohBad’s father

    Notable skit maker, CuteAbiola has debunked circulating reports of purchasing a vehicle for the father of late Afrobeats singer, MohBad.

    A report had made rounds on social media indicating that the content creator gifted the mourning father a new car as a token of comfort.

    The caption of the video read: “Lawyer Kunle just bought a new Lexus car that’s worth 20 million for Mohbad’s dad.”

    Taking to his Instagram story to debunk the report, Cute Abiola emphasised how he has no connection to MohBad’s father and neither is it in his place to make such a gesture.

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    He further lamented how the false news was irresponsible of whoever made the allegations, considering how quickly Mohbad’s father grants interviews.

    He said: “Who are you people for God’s sake? I never bought a car for Mohbad’s dad and I never promised to give him a car. Why will you people sit down and write up stuff to trend without vetting it? Buy a car for Mohbad’s dad for what? And you people know that it does not take the man long to do interview.”

  • Netizens slam BBNaija’s Uriel over ‘loose’ thirst for love

    Netizens slam BBNaija’s Uriel over ‘loose’ thirst for love

    BBNaija reality stars, Uriel and Groovy have sparked dating rumours with their public display of affection, including kissing and looking loved up.

    Some have criticised Uriel for being intimate with a younger man, drawing attention to their nearly decade-apart ages

    Reactions from netizens on Uriel and Groovy’s relationship:

    onyiaprudence: “Uriel and younger guys. It’s giving COUGAR vibes.”

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    zayxon_tech: “Timini has been with half the girls in Lagos, you can’t tell me otherwise.”

    ade damola1: “Uriel and small small boys are like bread and butter.”

    imisi.23: “Why is she always giving ‘I want a man desperately vibe?’ Some will say she is looking for love.”

    btbaudio: “Which kind ‘kill two birds with one stone’ behaviour be dis?”

  • Davido claims ‘King of Afrobeats’ title in viral video

    Davido claims ‘King of Afrobeats’ title in viral video

    Nigerian superstar singer, David Adeleke aka Davido has confidently crowned himself the ‘King of Afrobeats’ in a recent video, highlighting his monumental influence on the African music scene.

    The DMW boss, on Saturday, October 21, set his fans agog on Instagram after his sizzling video, capturing the recent sit-down he had with ABC News, where he painted a vivid picture of the universal allure of the Afrobeats genre went viral.

    Davido who claimed the title of ‘king of Afrobeats’ gleefully exclaimed it was a taste of hard-earned glory, a sweet fruit of patience, and a journey that kicked off during his salad days.

    When delving into his music style and way of life, he explained that most of his tunes match to the beat of African culture, but his lifestyle and preference for living it up align with Western vibes.

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    He mentioned that during his formative years, he had his ears tuned to Nigerian music trailblazers like 2face, Psquare, and D’banj. Simultaneously, he was grooving to the sounds of American rappers such as 50 Cent, Ja Rule, Nelly and Ludacris.

    However, while in college, Davido said he made the life-changing call to return to his roots in Nigeria and hop on the booming Afrobeats bandwagon.

    Captioning the post, he wrote: “Seeing the way Afrobeats has changed the world and the impact we’ve had in music is beautiful! To see how respected and cherished our culture has become makes me so proud. Let’s make sure we protect it and keep building a borderless music world @abcnevws”.

  • Lagos mainland dwellers are too local, says Bobrisky

    Lagos mainland dwellers are too local, says Bobrisky

    Nigerian cross-dresser, Idris Okuneye aka Bobrisky, has recounted his worst experience in the Egbeda area of Lagos state.

    He narrated his recent traumatic experience after going for work-related business at Egbeda.

    Bobrisky described how he drove to the mainland to conduct some video shots for a lady, only to be harassed by over 1000 neighbourhood youngsters who surrounded his car and demanded money after recognizing him.

    Bobrisky said in a now-deleted post that it happened after the video shoot that he handed them N500,000 to share but the touts refused and demanded N2 million instead.

    Irritated by their persistence, the crossdresser claimed to have phoned the police, and 20 officers appeared fully armed at the scene.

    After spotting the cops, the youngsters took to their heels and shattered one of his 2022 Land Cruiser’s side mirrors in the heat of the moment.

    Following the event, Bobrisy described people on the mainland as being local and unruly.

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    He wrote: “My manager reached out to me that he got a deal for me on the mainland to influence for a spa. The pay was attractive so I told them to book a date for me. I asked the lady if the place was safe enough for me so I won’t wear so much jewelry and i will come with my escort. She asked me not to worry!!! I drove my 2022 Land Cruiser BLACK.

    “Fast forward as soon as I got there few people were able to recognize me ASAP sha but I didn’t bother. My greatest surprise going back to my car after my videos and all over 1,000 area boys surrounded my car asking for money gosh. I was wearing so much gold jewellery and my wristwatch. I just stayed calm. I told them I will give them 500k for all of them dis foolish guys refused. They were asking for 2million.I got upset that you guys want to collect 2 million did you help and make my money?

    “I immediately called some police and 20 men arrived fully armed. Before their arrival, they were already harassing my driver asking him to talk to me. Well, they didn’t touch me sha as per fine girl. Immediately the police arrived they all ran away and some got angry I called the police and broke my side mirror. If they know the amount of the side mirror they broke they won’t ugly people ewwww”.

    “Nothing will ever make me go to egbeda on the mainland again!!! I had a terrible experience there a few months ago. Mainland people are too local, gosh, especially all those ghetto areas mtwww.”