Popular Nigerian artist Shallipopi has accused Dapper Music of financial exploitation, weeks after announcing his departure from the label. Govima reports that Shallipopi officially parted ways with the record label in November 2024. In a statement released on Wednesday, the musician alleged a breach of trust and mismanagement of his finances by the label. “I am officially ending my agreement with Dapper Music and Dapper Digital. This was not a decision I made lightly, but a necessary step after my trust was betrayed, my finances mismanaged, and my rights as an artist disregarded,” Shallipopi stated. “This goes beyond me. It’s…
Author: Omolemi Eboisetale
A British teenager has been sentenced to jail time in Dubai for having a sexual relationship with a girl while on holiday with his family in the UAE. The two teenagers, both from London, met at the hotel and planned to continue their romance back in the UK. The girl’s mother discovered their chats and pictures and contacted the Dubai police, leading to the teenager’s arrest. This case highlights the strict laws in Dubai, where having a sexual relationship with someone under a certain age is considered a crime. The teenager’s sentence has been met with criticism, with the head…
Social media influencer and critic, Martins Ortse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has denied allegations of threatening the life of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, over the revocation of a land belonging to the family of late Colonel Paul Osakpamwan Ogbebor. The controversy arose after a video went viral on social media, claiming that Wike revoked the Ogbebor family’s property, originally allocated in 1981. Following this, a WhatsApp broadcast surfaced, alleging that VeryDarkMan threatened the minister’s life. Reacting to the claims, VeryDarkMan publicly distanced himself from the allegations, emphasizing that he uses his platform solely…
Popular American actor and musician, Jamie Foxx, has revealed his harrowing experience with a brain bleed that led to a stroke. In his new Netflix special, Foxx shared that he suffered a severe headache on April 11, 2023, and lost consciousness for 20 days. Foxx explained that he was admitted to Piedmont Hospital, where doctors diagnosed him with a brain bleed that resulted in a stroke. The cause of the brain bleed remains a mystery, with Foxx stating, “It is a mystery. We still don’t know exactly what happened to me.” Foxx recounted that he asked his assistant for an…
Nigerian singer Raoul John Njeng-Njeng, popularly known as Skales, has expressed concern over the dwindling trust in the government. In a recent post on his X handle, Skales lamented that citizens now seek justice through fellow citizens like activist VeryDarkMan instead of government establishments. Skales described the situation as “crazy” and wondered how Nigeria had degenerated to a point where citizens could no longer trust their government. He wrote, “It’s crazy what is going on in Nigeria … imagine where the citizens cannot run to the government but to a fellow citizen like VDM for help ….smh!! God bless &…
Famous Nigerian actress and media personality, Omotunde Adebowale, popularly known as Adaku or Lolo1, has disclosed why she prefers younger men, the actress made this known while discussing her unique preferences for men, speaking during her latest interview on Oyinmomo TV, Adaku described her taste as “very weird”. The 47-year-old actress stated that she doesn’t like old people, instead, she likes younger people, men with long hair and earrings, someone who is visually appealing, “My tastes in men are very weird, I don’t like old people, I like younger people, men with long hair and earrings, someone who is visually…
Nigerian singer Davido has emphasized his significant contributions to the afrobeats genre, stating that it’s impossible to talk about afrobeats without mentioning his name. In a recent interview with TheBeatJuice magazine, Davido confidently asserted his influence on the genre, “Afrobeats can’t be brought up without my name, Impossible,” he said. Davido’s statement is a testament to his hard work and dedication to promoting African music globally, as one of the pioneers of the afrobeats movement, Davido has played a crucial role in shaping the sound and style of the genre. Despite being widely regarded as one of the biggest afrobeats…
Veteran singer Eldee The Don has disclosed that he played a pivotal role in the early stages of Grammy-winning singer Wizkid’s career. In a recent appearance on the Adesope Live show, Eldee revealed that he was the one who convinced Wizkid to focus on Afrobeats. According to Eldee, when Wizkid was signed to EME record label, he was initially inclined towards Reggae and Dancehall. However, Eldee advised him to create music with Nigerian influences, finding a middle ground that blended local flavors with international appeal. Wizkid took Eldee’s advice to heart and began producing Afropop songs, including the hit single…
Teen comedians Emmanuella and Success have parted ways with Mark Angel Comedy. This follows a recent controversy involving former crew member Denilson Igwe, who accused Mark Angel of financial exploitation. Mark Angel, a popular comic star, stated during a TikTok live session that he is no longer managing the teens’ careers. He explained that he is too busy to manage them and that they are now being managed by a professional agency. However, Mark Angel assured fans that he still works with the girls.
Actor Gideon Okeke has declared his colleague, Zubby Micheal, as the “biggest Nollywood star”. Okeke made this declaration on his Instastory, stating that he can attest to Micheal’s greatness and potentials. “Zubby Micheal is the biggest Nollywood star,” Okeke wrote. “But like Elizabeth, I know what Mary is carrying. God’s expression resounds in different decibels. It takes only humility to submit in praise, to God. Keep riding my broda. I see you.” This declaration comes months after Zubby Micheal and Timini Egbuson engaged in a heated debate on who the biggest actor in Africa is. Egbuson claimed that he was…
Actor Gideon Okeke has declared his colleague, Zubby Micheal, as the “biggest Nollywood star”. Okeke made this declaration on his Instastory, stating that he can attest to Micheal’s greatness and potentials. “Zubby Micheal is the biggest Nollywood star,” Okeke wrote. “But like Elizabeth, I know what Mary is carrying. God’s expression resounds in different decibels. It takes only humility to submit in praise, to God. Keep riding my broda. I see you.” This declaration comes months after Zubby Micheal and Timini Egbuson engaged in a heated debate on who the biggest actor in Africa is. Egbuson claimed that he was…
Omowunmi Akinnifesi, a Nigerian model and former winner of the Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria (MBGN), has revealed that she made a covenant with God at the age of 18 to remain a virgin. The 37-year-old model shared her story on a recent episode of her podcast, explaining that her decision to abstain from sexual intercourse was a personal choice made as a covenant with God. Akinnifesi emphasized that her commitment to sexual purity was not about being “celibate” but about consecrating herself to God. She revealed that she had struggled with shame and stigma surrounding her virginity, particularly in…