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Nigerian singer Crayon has opened up about how fellow artist Tiwa Savage introduced him to a substance known as “Backy” in 2018. In a recent interview, Crayon explained that the encounter happened after Tiwa asked if he smoked. Upon confirming, he said she handed him the substance, which he claims marked the beginning of his use. He further admitted that the experience later led to an addiction. The singer also disclosed that he had a strong admiration for Tiwa Savage at the time, describing her as his crush back in 2018. Meanwhile, music producer Samklef has reacted to Crayon’s recent outbursts on social media, where the singer accused Don Jazzy and Mavin Records of sabotaging his career and contributing to personal struggles, including the loss of his mother. Crayon had also ...

Pioneering Hip-Hop DJ, Afrika Bambaataa,  has d!ed at the age of 68. According to a report from TMZ, Bambaataa d!ed from complications of cancer in Pennsylvania on Thursday (April 9). The artist, real name Lance Taylor, was born in 1957 to Jamaican and Barbadian parents. He grew up in the Bronx River Projects in New York City and became known for hosting parties in the Bronx, including block parties. Bambaataa was one of the defining artists during the early days of hip-hop. His album Planet Rock, which consisted of singles released from 1980 to 1986, was one of the genre’s earliest successes. Bambaataa was also one of the founders of the hip-hop awareness group, Universal Zulu Nation. However. Bambaataa’s reputation took a massive hit in 2016, when he was accused ...

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has cautioned the public over a viral post falsely claiming that Nigerian skit maker Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Ejekwu, popularly known as Sabinus, has been declared wanted. The misleading poster, which bore the EFCC logo, alleged that Sabinus was being sought for obtaining money under false pretence and even included a supposed address in Victoria Island, Lagos. However, the anti-graft agency dismissed the claim via its official 𝕏 handle, clearly labelling the poster as fake. “Clout chaser, stop this now!” the EFCC stated, urging the public to disregard the false information. Meanwhile, the commission also addressed concerns over its inaction regarding Blessing Okoro, popularly known as Blessing CEO, following controversy surroundi...

Nigerian disc jockey and producer DJ Neptune has expressed concerns that artificial intelligence (AI) may soon take over the role of music producers. Speaking in response to media personality N6, who had earlier shared a similar view, DJ Neptune recounted a surprising experience. He revealed that he once considered signing an artist after being impressed by a track, only to later discover that the song was entirely generated by AI. N6 had earlier written on X that AI is gradually set to disrupt the music production and mastering industry, describing what he had encountered as alarming and calling for divine help for those in the ecosystem. Reacting, DJ Neptune agreed, explaining that he was stunned upon learning the track he admired was not created by a human artist. AI technol...

Zepa, a popular Japanese content creator, has di£d at age 26. “Zepa has passed away unexpectedly,” read a translated announcement on her X account posted on April 5. “On behalf of the deceased, I deeply apologize for the abrupt news of their passing. The funeral was held privately with only family members in attendance. We sincerely thank you for the kindness and support extended to the deceased during their lifetime.” Zepa was known for sharing comedy and lifestyle content online.   The late content creator was also transparent about her struggles with alcoholism, occasionally sharing posts about her high alcohol intake and messages about trying to cut back. She last updated her social media accounts on March 31 with a post on X implying that she had “alcohol dependency.” Following...

Aubrey Plaza is expecting her first child with her partner Christopher Abbott, one year after the d£ath of her husband Jeff Baena. A source confirmed that Aubrey and Christopher's firstborn is due in the fall. However, the gender of their child is yet to be disclosed. The happy news comes just over a year after Aubrey suffered utter heartbreak following the d£ath of her husband, Jeff. Aubrey and Christopher first worked together in 2019 on the psychological drama Black Bear. A source said the news of their pregnancy came as a "beautiful surprise" for the couple.  "It was a beautiful surprise after an emotional year," a source told People magazine. They added: "They feel very blessed." Aubrey and Christopher went on to work together again three years ago, in the Off-Broadway revival of John...

The Nigerian DJ Association has announced a temporary ban on songs by Grammy-winning Afrobeats artist Burna Boy, instructing disc jockeys in Nigeria and abroad to remove his music from their playlists. The move comes after a reported altercation between Burna Boy and popular DJ DJ Tunez at a private Lagos event. According to reports, the disagreement escalated into a physical scuffle inside a nightclub, with multiple people involved and DJ Tunez reportedly assaulted. In response, the Nigerian DJ Association released a statement on Instagram Tuesday, expressing solidarity with DJ Tunez and urging members to avoid playing Burna Boy’s tracks until further notice. “Burna Boy’s music is temporarily excluded from all DJ playlists pending a full investigation into the incident involving ...

Nigerian police have begun investigating the controversial cancer claims made by relationship therapist, Blessing Okoro, popularly known as Blessing CEO. The development follows a petition submitted by social media critic, Martins Vincent Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), which has now been approved for investigation by the Nigeria Police Force under the directive of the Inspector General of Police. The controversy began after Blessing CEO posted a viral video on March 25, 2026, claiming she had been diagnosed with stage four cancer. In the emotional clip, she appeared to show signs of hair loss, which she attributed to the illness. She later disclosed that she had started selling some of her properties to raise funds for treatment. However, the situation escalated when th...

Controversial media personality, Daddy Freeze, has reacted to calls urging the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to arrest him over his association with relationship expert, Blessing Okoro, popularly known as Blessing CEO, following allegations of a fake cancer claim. It will be recalled that Daddy Freeze hosted Blessing CEO on a Facebook Live session, during which she claimed she had been diagnosed with breast cancer at a hospital in Nigeria, although she said she was unaware of the stage of the illness. Reacting via his Instagram page, Daddy Freeze said he initially believed her story, noting that it would be unlikely for anyone to fabricate such a serious health condition. He added that the medical report currently circulating online—now alleged to be falsified—is...

Offset has been pictured for the first time since he was hospitalised after being shot outside a Florida casino. The rapper was pictured in a wheelchair, wearing a hospital gown, while having a smoke outside a hospital. He had on non-slip hospital socks, hospital wristbands, a bandage on his arm, and some wires coming off his fingertip. An ICU tag was attached to his wheelchair on wheels.   According to Offset's camp, the rapper is "stable and being closely monitored." The former Migos rapper was shot on Monday, April 6, near the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida.