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Nigerian music star Davido has taken a swipe at music promoter Paulo Okoye following comments by the entertainment executive about the current state of Afrobeats and the rising fees charged by some Nigerian artistes. Paulo, who is the partner of Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo, recently expressed concern over the increasing cost of booking some of Nigeria’s leading Afrobeats performers. While discussing the issue, he questioned whether the genre was experiencing a decline, asking if Afrobeats was “dead or in a coma.” His comments generated reactions within the Nigerian entertainment industry, with some industry figures disagreeing with his assessment. Grammy-nominated Nigerian music executive Bankulli criticised Paulo’s position and argued that his comments about artiste fees were ...

Afrobeats superstar Davido has praised fellow Nigerian singer Flavour for taking a different approach to his music career and business ventures. Davido made the remarks while speaking on the Afropolitan podcast, where he discussed Flavour’s career trajectory and financial success. According to Davido, Flavour has demonstrated that Nigerian artistes do not necessarily have to relocate or spend long periods abroad to achieve financial success. He noted that while many Nigerian musicians are currently travelling across the United States for concerts and other opportunities, Flavour has maintained a strong presence in Nigeria. Davido suggested that the strategy has worked well for Flavour financially, claiming that the singer is making more money than many artistes currently tourin...

Nigerian music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, was reportedly involved in a confrontation with his estranged wife, Natasha, during an event in Abuja on Friday night. The incident reportedly occurred at the grand opening of Faze’s 90s Lounge in Abuja, where 2Baba was scheduled to perform. A senior member of the singer’s management team confirmed that a confrontation took place at the venue. According to the management source, Natasha allegedly arrived at the event with security personnel and other men, leading to tension between both parties. The source further claimed that the situation escalated into a confrontation involving 2Baba and members of his team. 2Baba’s management also stated that the singer and Natasha had been separated for more than two months,...

Veteran Nigerian actress Bukky Wright has opened up about her decision to step away from Nollywood for almost two decades before recently making her return to the screen. Speaking in an interview with Morayo Afolabi, Wright explained that she deliberately put her acting career on hold to focus on raising her children, a decision she said she has never regretted. The actress made her comeback with The Return of Omotara Johnson, a sequel to the movie that helped establish her as a prominent figure in Nollywood. According to Wright, the decision to bring back the popular character was largely influenced by fans who had repeatedly asked to see her reprise the role. “The fans asked for it,” she said. She added that the response to the new movie has been positive, with audiences s...

The South African Consul-General to Nigeria, Prof Bobby Moroe, has explained why Nigerian singer, Ayra Starr, was initially denied a visa to South Africa. Recall that South Africans recently asked Black Africans from other African nations to leave their country. Shortly after, South African singer Tyla's team announced that Nigeria is one of the countries where Tyla would perform amid her tour. Nigerians insisted that Tyla must not be granted entry into Nigeria as they recalled that Ayra Starr was denied visa into South Africa. Reacting now, South Africa's Consul-General to Nigeria, Prof Moroe, told Punch that Ayra Starr was denied a visa because she submitted an inappropriate yellow fever certificate. He added that the visa rejection was not a recent developm...

The excitement surrounding the Bradford African Festival of Arts (BAFA) 2026 is set to reach its peak as the festival prepares to host a vibrant Family Funfair, African Open Market, and Outdoor Festival on August 7 and 8, marking Days 5 and 6 of the week-long cultural celebration. The two-day outdoor experience promises an exciting mix of entertainment, shopping, food and family-friendly activities, giving residents and visitors an opportunity to experience the richness of African culture in a lively atmosphere. Attendees can look forward to browsing the African Open Market, where vendors will showcase a variety of African fashion, fabrics, handmade crafts, jewellery, artwork, beauty products and other unique items. Food lovers will also have the chance to enjoy authentic African cui...

Amid the ongoing public scuttle within the Okoye family, Henry Okoye, the elder brother of music superstar duo, P-Square, has accused their former manager and brother, Jude Okoye, of being the mastermind behind the family’s longstanding division. Speaking during an interview on Friday night, August 7, Henry alleged that Jude’s character and actions tore the family apart, claiming that their late mother had initially warned against allowing Jude to manage the group. He rejected the narrative that Jude built P-Square’s career, insisting that the family’s support for Peter and Paul began long before Jude became involved. “When they started this music, they were looking for sponsors. They didn’t get a sponsor. When I started sponsoring them, Jude was not there. “We would travel fr...

The family of late Nollywood actress Temitope Osoba has announced that she will be buried on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at Saint James Anglican Church, Iperu Remo, Ogun State. In a statement posted on the actress' official Instagram page on Friday, the family disclosed that mourners are expected to wear white to the funeral service. The burial announcement follows the death of the 40-year-old actress, whose passing has left the Nigerian film industry and her fans in mourning. Ahead of the funeral, friends and colleagues have scheduled a candlelight procession and artistes' night in her honour. The memorial event, themed "An Evening of Love, Music & Memories," will take place on Tuesday, August 11, at LTV 8 Blueroof, Ikeja, Lagos, bringing together family, colleagues, friends a...