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Rapper Illbliss has emphasised on the need for Nigerians to be more receptive of non-indigenes in their states and shun inflammatory remarks against non-indigenous residents. Speaking in a recent episode of the Outside The Box podcast, the ‘Aiye Po Gan’ crooner used the Igbos in Lagos as a case study of non-indigenous residents’ contributions to development. Illbliss noted that the Igbos have contributed significantly to the Lagos economy despite not being indigenes of the state. He said it is regrettable that Nigerians are still struggling with tribalism and religious bigotry after decades of coexisting as a country. “The Igbos have given a lot to the Lagos economy in terms of trade and commerce. I wonder how this town will be if you told every Igbo man to leave. So, I’m alway...

Nigerian afro-house singer, Niniola Apata, has paid an emotional tribute to her late husband, Michael Ndika, revealing that he played a pivotal role in her music career and discouraged her from taking a break from the industry. In a video widely believed to have been recorded during activities held in honour of her late husband and shared by @ChuksEricE via X on Friday, the Grammy-nominated artiste recounted how their relationship evolved into a partnership that shaped her career and personal life. Ndika, the Chief Executive Officer of NaijaReview, a multimedia platform focused on afro-house and contemporary African music, died on May 19, 2026, at the age of 44. Speaking through tears, Niniola described their relationship as a “love story” and credited her husband with h...

Jesse Ridgway, 33, and his wife Ashley have terminated their pregnancy and gave reasons for their action. The YouTuber took to his Instagram Stories on Wednesday, June 3, to explain that they recently made the "difficult decision" to end Ashley's pregnancy after receiving a fetal Down syndrome diagnosis. Ashley later reposted the statement on her own Stories. "This week, my wife and I made the very difficult decision to terminate the pregnancy due to Trisomy 21," wrote Jesse. Trisomy 21 is another name for Down syndrome. "The choice was not made lightly." Jesse acknowledged that some of their fans might be "very disappointed" to hear this news and said the experience has been "extremely traumatic" for him and Ashley, 31, who terminated the pregnancy earlier this week.&n...

Popular Nigerian streamer, Peller, has engaged his lover, Jarvis, amid pregnancy rumours. The engagement took place in Ghana on Wednesday night. Sharing a video of the marriage proposal on Instagram on Thursday, Peller hinted at plans for their wedding. He wrote: “Forever starts now. She said YES, my safe place, and my greatest blessing. Here’s to a lifetime of love, laughter, and making memories together. Now excuse us… we have a wedding to plan.” Accordig to DAILY POST this comes a few weeks after Peller hinted that, “My baby with Jarvis is coming soon.” A video of Jarvis undergoing an ultrasound scan surfaced on social media last month. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DZKzJ6lNR2h/?igsh=ZDg0ODJ6MGxzZnh6

Former BBNaija housemate Angel Smith is currently trending on social media after her private videos leaked online. The clips, which began circulating on Wednesday night, reportedly show the reality star exposing her br£@sts in one video and smoking marijuana in another. A separate clip shows her fully nud£. The leaked videos have since sparked widespread reactions across social media platforms. The development comes amid ongoing public attention surrounding her personal life and recent relationship controversies. VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2

"I want to thank my party, BOOT Party, for the confidence in voting for me to emerge winner of the primary election for Ibeju-Lekki Constituency I," he wrote. Popular comedian and former Big Brother Naija housemate, Aderombi Adedayo Martins, popularly known as DeeOne, has emerged as the Lagos State House of Assembly candidate for Ibeju-Lekki Constituency I ahead of the 2027 general election. DeeOne secured the ticket of the BOOT Party after winning the party’s primary election. The comedian announced his emergence in a post on his Instagram page on Wednesday night, expressing gratitude to party members for entrusting him with the ticket. He also pledged to serve the people of Ibeju-Lekki if elected in 2027. “I want to thank my party, BOOT Party, for the confide...

Nigerian hype man Fisayo Michael, popularly known as MC Fish, has spoken about the end of his marriage to actress Anita Joseph, saying people should not see marriage as something frightening. Speaking during an interview with Chude Jideonwo, MC Fish described marriage as a learning process that people go through in life. According to him, marriage can be compared to moving through different stages of education, where people gain experiences and lessons along the way. MC Fish revealed that his marriage to Anita Joseph eventually ended because both parties could no longer resolve their differences. He explained that the relationship had reached a point where it was no longer working as expected. MC Fish said he decided to walk away before the situation became unhealthy and create...

David Beckham will be honoured with a Hollywood Walk of Fame star after two decades in the showbiz industry and a glittering football career. According to the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce,  Beckham will receive the iconic Hollywood award during the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce on June 12 at 10 am PT. It will be presented by film icon Tom Cruise and his pop star-turned-fashion designer wife Victoria Beckham. He will be honored with the 2,849th star in the category of Sports Entertainment. “David Beckham’s recognition with a Hollywood Walk of Fame star in the Sports Entertainment category comes at a fitting moment as the United States prepares to host the FIFA World Cup,” said Ana Martinez of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. “Beckham’s role in elevating soccer’s profile in ...

Nigerian rapper Sodiq Yusuf (CDQ), popularly known as CDQ, has alleged that success and support in the music industry are often influenced by affiliation with certain groups, gangs, or influential circles. Speaking during a recent interview with Jbrandy Entertainment, the rapper claimed that artists who operate independently without such connections frequently struggle to gain support and may invest heavily in their careers without seeing meaningful returns. According to CDQ, one of the harsh realities of the music business is that many opportunities are reserved for those linked to specific networks or associations. He noted that independent artists who manage to succeed without belonging to any group should consider themselves fortunate. CDQ said the industry has evolved into an...

Veteran Fuji musician Remi Aluko has disclosed that he is currently living without his sight as a result of glaucoma, a condition he has battled for several years. Speaking during an interview on Oyinmomo TV, the singer revealed that his vision has deteriorated significantly despite efforts to manage the illness, including undergoing eye surgery in the past. Aluko explained that many people are unaware of his health struggles because he has chosen not to let the condition define his life or limit his activities. According to him, his eyesight has worsened to the point where he now considers himself effectively blind. However, he said he has adapted to the situation and remains capable of caring for himself and moving around independently. The Fuji star noted that he intentional...