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‘We are very sorry’ | Olamide and Don Jazzy bury the hatchet

After the fiasco of the Headies awards and the subsequent Twitter rant, Mavin boss Don Jazzy and YBNL General, Olamide have called off all manner of beef. The pair, who exchanged words at the Headies over their artistes- Lil Kesh and Reekado Banks- posted on Instagram their apologies to fans and the organisers of the awards... Read More

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‘I hope you reach where I have conquered’ | Davido and Cynthia Morgan exchange words (WATCH)

One thing is clear- 2016 will be an interesting year in the Nigerian entertainment industry. Controversial singer, Cynthia Morgan and Davido, may be skirting around a beef. After winning best reggae/dancehall act at the just concluded Headies, Cynthia Morgan remembered Davido’s Snapchat taunts and jibes. Cynthia Morgan just had to have the last laugh. She posted a... Read More

Kiss Daniel addresses Headies loss in open letter to fans (READ)

After losing out to Reekado Banks in the Next Rated act category at the just concluded Headies, Kiss Daniel has penned an open letter to his fans, thanking them for their unwavering support. Fans of the G-Worldwide act launched a Twitter attack on the organizers of the Headies after Kiss Daniel lost to Reekado Banks. To... Read More

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With #TyrantBuhari, there are two sides to a coin

In the wee hours of this morning, a certain hashtag #TyrantBuhari sparked wildfire across twitter as some Nigerians called for the resignation of President Muhammadu Buhari. Just as their numbers were swelling, another group of Nigerians stood in firm support of the President for his unusual but effective methods in solving Nigeria’s many problems. YNaija has... Read More

#YNaijaOnTheScene: The goofs, the good and unforgivable moments at the Headies 2015 (LONG READ)

Another year, another round of organizational mishaps, another level of drama. The 10th edition of the Headies held on Friday, January 1st 2016 at the newly renovated Landmark event centre. From the very strange postponement to the Olamide and Don Jazzy infamous stage drama- the Headies 2015 possessed many things an award show needed to... Read More

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Davido writes on the controversy with Sophia and Dele Momodu, shares exhibits (PHOTOS)

Below is an article penned by singer, Davido, to share his side of the raging controversy as he battles his baby-mama, Sophia Momodu and her uncle, Dele Momodu, for the custody of his love-child, Imade Adeleke. Birth of Imade Adeleke When the second trimester of Sophia’s pregnancy was closing, she tortuously announced to me that she... Read More

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Girls pass out at Davido’s sold out concert in Gambia (WATCH)

Davido has set a record by performing at the Independence stadium in Bakau, Gambia to a sold out crowd of 20,000. Apparently, this is a record breaking feat for the country, as no other artiste has been able to pull such a crowd. However due to the packed arena, the show was almost marred by crowd... Read More

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The Davido/Sophia Momodu saga continues… as the Adelekes hold on to baby Imade

Following the public outbursts between Davido and Dele Momodu, it appears that the family of the singer are still in custody of baby Imade. Davido’s family are at loggerheads with the family of the baby’s mother, Sophia Momodu, over the custody of Imade. Punch Newspapers spoke with a member of the Momodu family who said... Read More

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Olamide allegedly tore apart green-room at The Headies (PHOTOS)

By now you must have heard of the infamous Olamide and Don Jazzy saga that played out on the Headies Awards stage. However, it turns out that the drama started in the green-room where the artistes were kept, ahead of their performances. Organizers of the awards have pointed accusing fingers at YBNL rapper, Olamide who allegedly... Read More

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No more bad blood? Lil Kesh congratulates Reekado Banks on Headies win

After last night’s Headies fiasco, YBNL’s Lil Kesh has followed in the footsteps of label boss, Olamide to put a sense of calm in the situation as he has extended an olive branch to Mavin’s Reekado Banks, the actual winner of the highly coveted Next Rated category at the awards. He congratulated the Katapot crooner for... Read More

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Olamide apologises over Headies outburst

Olamide has apologised for his conduct on Friday night at the Headies Awards 2015. The artiste hopped on stage to rant over the failure of his artiste, Lil Kesh to win the Next Rated Artiste category. With the help of profanities, Olamide conveyed his displeasure at the fact that Reekado Bank was announced winner of the... Read More

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‘Lucifer is taking over the industry’ | Julius Agwu, again, preached at #TheHeadies2015

Nowadays, Julius Agwu doesn’t miss an opportunity to preach about the word of the Good Lord, and also talk about the negatives in the Nigerian music industry. If Julius is not pointing out the flaws of his colleagues, he’s calling out some of them for having children out of wedlock. Since attaining a new lease... Read More

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Majek Fashek: The good surprise at #TheHeadies2015

Rainmaker, Majek Fashek is taking strong baby-steps back to full showmanship. The legendary singer was a surprise performer at the 2015 edition of The Headies, held at Landmark Events Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. He was introduced on stage by Timi Dakolo and South African-based guitarist, Kunle Ayo- both of whom served as back-up singers to... Read More

How the Don Jazzy, Olamide controversy started at the Headies Awards (WATCH)

It’s official! Olamide and Don Jazzy have opened the chapter of a fresh music industry beef. The Headies Awards 2015 served as the arena for the launchpad of the controversy. Olamide’s artiste, Lil Kesh lost the Next Rated category to Don Jazzy’s artiste, Reekado Banks. And Olamide had this to say. I've watched this like 20... Read More

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January 1, 2016

Etisalat opens 0809JA Experience Centres across Nigeria

Customers on Nigeria’s innovative and customer-friendly telecommunications network, Etisalat, have a cause to be excited as Etisalat opened six Experience Centres around the country in order to bring products and services closer to the people as well as to afford customers seamless interactive opportunities to resolve any issues they may want the company to attend... Read More

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Davido calls for ceasefire, apologises to Dele Momudu for the sake of baby Imade

This public washing of dirty laundry has definitely brought a lot of embarrassment to families of both parties (Adelekes and Momodus) and it appears the elders have stepped in to resolve the issue before it deteriorates beyond this. This is evident in Davido‘s recent tweets as he may have just called for ceasefire between both... Read More

From one baby-daddy to another… Is Wizkid tweeting in solidarity of Davido?

Wizkid has had his fair share of baby mama drama in the past and following their recently rekindled friendship, the star may (or may not) have tweeted in solidarity of his friend and colleague, Davido. Davido has had an eventful 24 hours, as details of his acrimony with baby-mama, Sophie Momodu, hit the internet, and... Read More

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Davido’s baby mama blues – See top 10 online comments

Since Davido revealed some shocking details about his ordeal with his Baby Mama last night, Sophie Momodu and her uncle Dele Momudu, the internet has exploded with various comments. Some really wicked comments. YNaija brings you 10 of these comments. Loool. Baby mama collecting 300k salary, and still breastfeeding the child cannabis milk. You had... Read More

Sophia Momodu writes petition against Davido, sister for attempted child trafficking and abduction (READ)

Following the failed attempt by singer, Davido to take his baby, Imade out of Nigeria, his baby-mama, Sophia Momodu has accused him of child trafficking and abduction. Through her lawyers, Sophia sent a petition to the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons against Davido and his sister, Coco Adeleke. Read the full text of... Read More

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[UPDATE] ‘I curse the day I met you, kid’ | Sophia Momodu fires back at Davido, shares her side of the story

The baby-mama in question, Sophia Momodu has reacted to the Instagram drama between her baby-daddy, Davido and uncle, Dele Momodu. Sophia Momodu took to twitter moments ago to express her side of the story as well as defend her uncle. In her defence, Sophia claims Davido’s family took her child away for 5 months and were planning... Read More

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Davido, Dele Momodu in war of words – Read why

Davido has spilled some nasty details about the mother of his child, Sophia Momudu, on Instagram. Apparently, Davido wanted to travel abroad on Tuesday with his baby daughter, Imade, but through the efforts of Sophia Momodu‘s uncle and Ovation Magazine publisher, Dele Momodu, the attempt at making the trip ended in futility. In a series of Instagram... Read More

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Bill Cosby charged over 2004 sexual assault, arrest warrant issued

Legendary comedian, Bill Cosby has been charged with drugging and sexually assaulting a woman at his home 12 years ago. Since the flurry of sexual allegations against him, this is the first criminal charges brought against the American comic great. Prosecutors accused Cosby of giving former Temple University employee, Andrea Constand with pills and wine,... Read More

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‘I’m leaving it for you’ | Sean Tizzle surrenders, bids farewell to Twitter

How much dramatic and attention seeking can Sean Tizzle be? After facing series of back lash over certain tweets, Sean Tizzle has resorted to leaving micro-blogging platform, Twitter, for good. In series of tweets, the singer announced that he’ll be leaving the social media network today. So sorry 2 announce that tomorrow will be my last day... Read More

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Funmi Iyanda hosts Lai Mohammed, Ibukun Awosika on January 1st show

Change-A-Life Nigeria Foundation will on Friday, January 1 kick off the New Year with its special annual talk show hosted by Funmi Iyanda on NTA with Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, and Chairman, Board of Directors, First Bank of Nigeria Limited, Mrs Ibukun Awosika, as Special Guests. Through segmented spotlights on peculiar... Read More

Wizkid gives N250k to little boy, others at Industry Nite (PHOTOS, VIDEOS)

We reported yesterday that the Starboy would be giving out a million naira to some lucky fans who could sing any of his songs lyric for lyric at Tuesday’s Industry Nite event. Wizkid came through on his promise, as some lucky fans including a little boy who impressively sang the lyrics of ‘Joy’, went home with N250,000... Read More

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