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Nollywood icon Funke Akindele is marking a major milestone in her career as she celebrates 27 years in the Nigerian film industry, a journey defined by consistency, reinvention, and record-breaking success. The actress, producer, and director took to social media to reflect on her nearly three-decade run in Nollywood, expressing gratitude to fans, collaborators, and…
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Veterans and leading voices of Fuji music came together in a rare show of unity and reverence as they reunited to honour the memory of Sikiru Ayinde Barrister, the undisputed pioneer of Fuji music, at a memorial event celebrating his enduring legacy. The gathering brought together prominent Fuji stars, many of whom were shaped directly…
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Tory Lanez Breaks Silence in First Prison Interview, Maintains Innocence in Megan Thee Stallion Case
In his first interview since being incarcerated, rapper Tory Lanez has spoken publicly from prison, once again maintaining his innocence in the high-profile shooting case involving Megan Thee Stallion. During the interview, Tory Lanez addressed the events that led to his conviction, insisting that he did not shoot Megan Thee Stallion and that he has…
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American rapper Wiz Khalifa has been sentenced in Romania following a drug-related case linked to an incident that occurred during a music festival appearance in the country. Romanian authorities confirmed that Wiz Khalifa was found guilty of possessing cannabis while attending a festival in Romania earlier this year. Under Romanian law, possession of illegal substances…
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Afrobeats superstar Davido has been announced as one of the headline performers for the official kick-off concert of AFCON 2025, setting the tone for Africa’s biggest football tournament with star power and global appeal. The announcement adds a major cultural moment to the tournament’s opening celebrations, reinforcing AFCON’s growing reputation not just as a football…
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Former U.S. President Barack Obama has once again spotlighted global sounds in his annual favourite music list, and Nigerian artists are prominently represented. Afrobeats stars Burna Boy, Olamide, and Obongjayar all earned spots on Obama’s favourite music of 2025, underscoring the genre’s sustained global influence. Burna Boy made the list with “TATATA”, a record that…
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More than two decades after his passing, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti is set to receive one of global music’s most prestigious lifetime recognitions. The Recording Academy has announced the Afrobeat pioneer as a 2026 GRAMMY Merit Award honoree, cementing his legacy as one of the most influential musicians and cultural figures of the 20th century. The GRAMMY…
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A major fault line has opened in the global music industry after YouTube officially stopped supplying chart-eligible streaming data to Billboard, escalating an ongoing dispute over how streaming platforms are valued and weighted in chart calculations. The decision represents one of the most consequential data standoffs Billboard has faced in the streaming era. For years,…
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Two pillars of modern music culture, Brandy and Pharrell Williams, are set to receive a major honor during GRAMMY Week in Los Angeles, a recognition that celebrates not just chart success, but lasting cultural impact and artistic influence. The honor, scheduled to take place during one of music’s most important weeks, will spotlight both artists…
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The NFL is going all out for Christmas Day, and this year’s games are shaping up to be more than just football. Music icons Snoop Dogg and Kelly Clarkson have been announced as special performers during the NFL’s Christmas Day games, which will stream globally on Netflix. The announcement signals another bold step in the…