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The 56‑year‑old music executive, currently serving a multi‑year prison sentence on prostitution‑related convictions, reportedly wrote to US President Donald Trump seeking clemency, but the president has made it clear he has no plans to grant the request. According to President Trump, in a recent interview with The New York Times, Combs sent him a written appeal for a pardon after his conviction. Trump acknowledged receiving the letter but showed little inclination to respond favourably. “He asked me for a pardon,” the president said when pressed about the request, even quipping, “Oh, would you like to see that letter?” though he did not produce it publicly. Combs’ legal team has not publicly disclosed the contents of the communication, while a White House spokesperson confirmed...

Yoruba Nollywood stars came out in large numbers to pay their last respect to their colleague, Allwell Ademola. Kemi Filani reported last week family of the late actress had announced her burial arrangements. The family disclosed that a Service of Songs will be held on January 8, followed closely by a Candlelight procession. The movie star would be laid to rest on January 9th at Atan Cemetery, Yaba, Lagos. Several Nollywood stars were present at the event, including Wumi Toriola, Afeez Owo, Kunle Afod, Faithia Williams, Biola Bayo, Mr Latin, Odunlade Adekola, Jayeola Monje, Toyin Alausa, Regina Chukwu, Eniola Ajao, Yemi Solade, Saidi Balogun, Bakare Zainab, Tawa Ajisefinni, Semilore Pweety, Rotimi Salami, Fausat Balogun, Foluke Daramola, Jigan Babaoja, among many others. It wi...

Lagos is alive with excitement as 1,216 artistes, delegates, and production crew members have arrived in the city for the 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA). The figure was disclosed during the Welcome Soirée for nominees and guests, held at the residence of the British Deputy High Commissioner, officially signaling the commencement of AFRIMA Week. Speaking at the event, AFRIMA President and Executive Producer, Mike Dada, said the impressive turnout reflects the growing global influence of African music and AFRIMA’s role—alongside the African Union Commission—in boosting the continent’s creative economies. According to him, the arrivals include 732 artistes and managers, 301 delegates from Africa and the diaspora, and 183 technical production experts. He noted tha...

Nigerian power couple Adekunle Gold and Simi have welcomed twins. Kemi Filani reported in December that the power couple, in a video posted on their YouTube page, announced they were expecting their second child. In the clips, Simi was captured showing off her protruding baby bump alongside her husband and their daughter, Deja. On his Snapchat page, Adekunle announced that he and his wife had welcomed twins. He noted that he had asked God for another child, and God blessed him withtwins. “Asked God for another child and He blessed me double”. The good news has left many of their fans rejoicing on social media. In January, Adekunle Gold and Simi had celebrated their sixth wedding anniversary. Adekunle stated that Simi has been his greatest blessing, his partner in eve...

Mary J. Blige has scored a legal win after a New York court dismissed the lawsuit filed against her by longtime associate Misa Hylton. Court documents obtained by TMZ Hip Hop show that Blige and her legal team were granted a motion to dismiss the case Hylton filed in July 2025. The dismissal was issued “without prejudice,” meaning Hylton still has the option of pursuing sanctions or refiling the case. However, the development appears to signal the end of the dispute. Sources note that after Blige described the lawsuit as “frivolous,” Hylton took no further action, suggesting the matter may not resurface. In its ruling, the court criticised Hylton’s approach, noting that she filed a lawsuit containing “inflammatory claims” but failed to follow through when challenged. The judge als...

The board of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) has once again rejected Paramount’s revised takeover bid, reaffirming its preference for an existing deal with Netflix and warning shareholders that Paramount’s proposal remains “too risky.”  In a letter to shareholders on Wednesday, January 7, the WBD board described Paramount’s latest offer as “inadequate” and fraught with uncertainty, despite claims by Paramount that it had addressed key concerns raised by Warner Bros. executives. According to the board, Paramount’s bid closely resembles a leveraged buyout, relying heavily on borrowed funds to complete the transaction. Paramount, which is significantly smaller than WBD, would need to take on more than $50 billion in additional debt through multiple financing arrangements to acquire th...

American singer T-Pain recently surprised his family with a private jet he just purchased. The moment was shared on his official Instagram page, where clip showed the Grammy-winning artist revealing the new aircraft to family members, who reacted with shock and joy. Reports suggest the purchase follows a lucrative catalog sale, which provided him with significant financial gains. In a previous interview, T Pain mentioned that the amount he received from selling his music catalog was enough that it “would have taken 100 years to make that money” through regular earnings. 

American rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine, born Daniel Hernandez, surrendered to authorities on Tuesday, January 6, reporting to the Metropolitan Detention Center in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, at his scheduled time of 2 p.m. The rapper is set to serve a 90-day jail term after being sentenced for violating the conditions of his supervised release. The facility is the same detention center currently holding several high-profile inmates. Hernandez was originally indicted in 2018 in a federal racketeering case involving a criminal group he was associated with. He later pleaded guilty to conspiracy and related charges and testified against other members of the group in exchange for leniency. He was accompanied by streamer Adin Ross when he arrived at the jail to begin his sentence. His lawyer said t...

American rapper The Game has stirred reactions online after sharing a photo of himself setting a $100 bill on fire. In the image posted on Facebook, the rapper is seen using the end of his cigar to burn the cash. He captioned the post: “Never in love with the money. Just the freedom it brings.” The act quickly sparked mixed responses from followers. While some criticised the gesture, with one commenter saying the money could have helped someone in need, others defended the rapper, arguing that people must work for what they earn.