Nicki Minaj has broken the record for the highest grossing tour by a female rapper in history. According to American statistic company, Touring Data, the United States-based Trinidadian hip-hop star also broke the highest-grossing concert by a female rapper in history, with $2.858 million at Madison Square Garden in New York on 30th March 2024. Her ‘Pink Friday 2’ tour …

Nollywood actress, Adejumoke Aderounmu, popularly known for her role as “Esther” in Funke Akindele’s popular TV series, Jenifa’s Diary is dead. Aderounmu’s death was confirmed by her brother, Adeola Aderounmu, in a cryptic post on Instagram captioned, “You are in a better place now, my sister,” with Aderounmu’s obituary photo. Also, a friend of the deceased cousin, Oluwabanke Funmi, in a …

Popular Nigerian comedian, Ayo Makun, popularly known as AY, and his wife, Mabel, have separated after 20 years of “friendship/marriage”. The comedian confirmed the development in a post on his Instagram page on Sunday. He said he had reached a stage where he could no longer entertain the public with “deep personal family issues”. He wrote, “Many people believe that …

Controversial singer, Ọlawale Ọlọfọrọ (popularly known as Brymo) has vowed never to sign with the record labels of any of his colleagues, Wizkid, Davido or Burna Boy. Despite Wizkid, Davido and Burna Boy being regarded as the biggest names in Afrobeats, Brymo said he would rather “go to hell” than sign with any of their labels. The ‘Ara’ crooner featured …

Nigerian songstress and Nigerian Idol star Omawumi Megbele, Ric Hassani and 9ice have replaced Simi, D’Banj and Obi Asika as judges for season 9 of the Nigerian Idols. This was recently made known by organiser, MultiChoice Nigeria, after announcing kick-off dates for the ninth season. Omawumi, celebrated for her powerful vocals and captivating stage presence, brings a wealth of experience …

Nollywood actor Nwaogu Udochukwu Victor, popularly known as Nkubi, and his wife, Vivian, have welcomed their first child together. The comic star announced the good news via his Instagram page on Saturday. He shared a video showing his wife’s baby bump on display, with him planting a kiss on her belly. He, however, did not disclose the gender of his …

Shade Ladipo, a veteran Nigerian media personality, has criticised Grammy-winning singer, Burna Boy. She referred to Burna Boy as “fake” and lacking integrity. She made the remarks in a teaser for the upcoming episode of the Bahd And Boujee Podcast, which is co-hosted by reality star, Tolanibaj, and actress, Moet Abebe. Ladipo stated that she prefers Wizkid and Davido to …

Afrobeats sensation David Adeleke, also known as Davido, has expressed his joy at being a father of twins, describing it as the “best feeling ever”. The DMW boss shared his delight in a recent interview with Billboard, revealing that contrary to expectations, raising the twins has been a joyful experience. Despite initial concerns from others about the challenges of raising …

Afrobeats star David Adeleke, aka Davido, has debunked rumours that he was arrested in East Africa where he was on tour on Monday. Some sections of the media reported that the singer was arrested. However, reacting in a statement released via his X handle on Tuesday, Davido explained that contrary to the reports, he wasn’t arrested, stressing that he had …

Nollywood actress, Opeyemi Aiyeola, has confirmed she recently underwent emergency surgery. She revealed this in an Instagram post on Sunday. According to the actress, her recent vacation resulted in an unplanned surgery which was successful. Aiyeola spent the rest of her holiday recuperating. “Got every reason to be grateful to my Jehovah for his mercy and love. “My 9ja trip …