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Weekly Highlights: Here’s What Happened Over The Week

This week was an exciting one in the Nollywood and Afrobeat scene, from new albums and singles to the call for unity in the Nollywood scene. Content Creator and Influencer, Blessing CEO Called Out For Defrauding Fans Influencer and content creator Blessing CEO has been in hot waters for the past few days, after she... Read More

Afrobeats, album, Funke Akindele, nollywood, Toyin Abraham

From “Mr Money” to Global Star: Tracking Asake’s Rise and Reinvention

From “Mr Money” to Global Star: Tracking Asake’s Rise and Reinvention

Asake bulldozed his way to the top of Nigeria’s music scene and became one of the most-consumed Afrobeats artists internationally. In a remarkably short time, he has gone from a breakout street-pop act to one of the most-streamed Afrobeats artists globally. His rise has been fast, loud, and impossible to ignore. But beyond the hits... Read More

asake, Evolution, MrMoney, Music, reinvention

Weekend Recap: Here’s What Happened Over The Weekend

The weekend was filled with celebrations from the president’s birthday, to movie premieres and quarter of a century in the music industry. Musician 2Baba Celebrates 25 Years In The Industry Veteran Afrobeat star 2Baba held an event celebrating his 25 years in the industry yesterday. The event was held at EKO hotel and featured appearances... Read More

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AMVCA 2026: Full Nominations for the 12th Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards

AMVCA 2026: Full Nominations for the 12th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards

The Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) are back for their 12th edition, and the nominees for 2026 have officially been revealed. The film award ceremony is scheduled to be held in Lagos on May 9, 2026. Joke Silva has been named Head Judge for this edition, as she has worked in the industry for... Read More

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Top 5 Podcasts To Check Out This Weekend

It’s another weekend, and what better way to relax than to listen to the top 5 podcasts of the week to catch up to speed on the Nigerian media, entertainment and conversations surrounding the daily lives of Nigerians. On this episode of the podcast, Chude sits with Wanjiri Njiru as they discuss the high miscarriage... Read More

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Weekly Highlights: Here’s What Happened Over The Week

Nigerian Superstars Shaffy Bello, Wale Ojo And Others Set To Lead World Tour For Film ‘Lights Out’ Nollywood Queen Shaffy Bello is set to join British-Nigerian actor Wale Ojo on headlining the international premiere tour of a new film titled ‘Lights Out.’ The duo will be joined by Cameroonian actress Syndy Emade alongside other key... Read More

Angelique Kidjo, Ayra Starr, Joke Silva, Nigerian, nollywood

Blessing CEO Reveals Her Battle with Breast Cancer She Seeks Public Support

Blessing CEO Reveals Her Battle with Breast Cancer She Seeks Public Support

Nigerian influencer Okoro Blessing Nkiruka, popularly known as Blessing CEO, has announced she has been diagnosed with breast cancer and is seeking financial help for treatment. In an emotional video shared on Instagram, she appealed to Nigerians for support, saying the diagnosis has been difficult to handle and speak about publicly. She also revealed that... Read More

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Jay-Z Clears the Air on Making Kendrick Lamar the Super Bowl Choice Amidst Feud with Drake

Jay-Z Clears the Air on Making Kendrick Lamar the Super Bowl Choice Amidst Feud with Drake

Jay-Z has dismissed claims that choosing Kendrick Lamar for the Super Bowl Halftime Show was meant to undermine Drake. He said the decision was based purely on merit, not rivalry. The feud between Lamar and Drake has grown over time, with Lamar’s 2024 run, including songs like “Not Like Us,” widely seen as a major... Read More

Jay Z, Kendrick Lamar, Music

A Deep Dive Into Ayra Starr's Strategic Move to New York and How it is Affecting Her Music

A Deep Dive Into Ayra Starr’s Strategic Move to New York and How it is Affecting Her Music

When Ayra Starr announced her move to New York, it did not read as a casual relocation. It read as intent. In the months since, that decision has begun to reveal itself not just in her music but in how she dresses, how she markets, and, more importantly, how she positions herself within the global... Read More

Ayra Starr, entertainment, move to new york, Music

Davido Announces His First-Ever Festival, ‘Davido and Friends,’ in London This August

Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido has announced his first festival, ‘Davido and Friends,’ set for August 14, 2026, at Crystal Palace Bowl. The event is part of the “Palace Bowl Presents” summer series and will be part of a wider programme of shows in South London, and Davido is expected to headline and curate the lineup.... Read More

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Weekend Recap: Here’s What Happened Over The Weekend

This weekend in the media was a slow one with largely positive news from the gospel music scene, talks of a rebrand by a Nollywood actor and backlash over an interview. The media space was quiet, yet shockingly unexpected. Nollywood Veteran Abiodun Ayoyinka Announces Rebrand Nollywood Veteran actor popularly known for his role as “Papa... Read More

AFCON 2025, Baba Ijesha controversy, Judikay, nigeria, nollywood

Top 5 Podcasts To Check Out This Weekend

It’s the weekend after a public holiday, and what better way to relax than to listen to the top 5 podcasts of the week to catch up to speed on the Nigerian media. On this episode of the podcast, Chude sits with Temilola Adepetun as they discuss personal stories, trials, challenges and eventual triumphs. On... Read More

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Weekly Highlights: Here’s What You Missed Over The Week

The Nigerian media space was filled with great news from the music front, from chart-topping releases to an international music debut. The week’s news highlight is largely positive. Wizkid’s Son ‘Champz’ Releases Second Project, Tops Charts Boluwatife Ayodeji Balogun, professionally known as ‘Champz’ and the son of Afrobeats legend Wizkid, is topping the Nigerian music... Read More

afrobeat, BTS, Champs, music charts, new music, nigeria, wizkid

5 Female Music Video Directors Dominating The Industry

Nigerian music videos are always a clear representation of the labor of love put into the videos by the artists and the music video directors, but something that is often missing and is only getting more consistent is the presence of female music video directors in the industry. While there are not a lot of... Read More

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Doja Cat Lands in Africa and Performs at Move Afrika Kigali

Doja Cat Lands in Africa and Performs at Global Citizen Festival

Move Afrika came back to Kigali with a powerful mix of music and activism. Global Citizen put on another great show at BK Arena. The event was a lively celebration of both entertainment and social impact, bringing together fans, artists, and local talent. The highlight of the night was Doja Cat, who delivered an energetic... Read More

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BTS is Streaming Their Comeback Performance Live On Netflix: Here’s Why This Matters

BTS is Streaming Their Comeback Performance Live On Netflix: Here’s Why This Matters

South Korean boy band BTS (Bangtan Sonyeondan) is making their comeback after almost 4 years on hiatus to fulfill their mandatory military enlistment. The long-awaited comeback from the boy group includes an album (Arirang) set to be released on the 20th of March, 2026, along with a Netflix collaboration of their first live concert in... Read More

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See the Full List of Winners at the Oscars 2026 Award Show

See the Full List of Winners at the Oscars 2026 Award Show

The 98th Academy Awards show took place on March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, United States. The Oscars, which many could describe as an awards show of firsts and recognition, was a splendid night for filmmakers like Michael B. Jordan, who won the Best Actor category for his role... Read More

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Weekend Recap: Here’s What You Missed Over The Weekend

The Nigerian media was filled with news from the entertainment space, specifically from the Afrobeat and Nollywood scene, from possible collaborations with the government, to Mother’s Day drama, and a possible music ‘beef’ between new age singers. 2Baba in talks with Defense Minister on using music to curb violence among Nigerian youths Innocent Idibia, popularly... Read More

2baba, Afrobeats, Mavins, nollywood, Weekend Recap

Top 5 Podcasts To Check Out This Weekend

It’s another weekend and there is an offering of interesting podcasts to listen to while going about your day, and in this article, we discuss our top five. On this episode of the podcast, the hosts sit with Nollywood legend, Eucharia Anunobi as they discuss her past, her pain and her journey of faith. This... Read More

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Weekly Highlight: Here’s What Happened Over The Week

The Nigerian media has been filled with both positive and negative news stories over the week, from marital announcements to industry losses to dangerous situations on film sets. There has been news that has shocked and excited us. Tonto Dikeh Slammed With ₦200m Lawsuit Former actress and new evangelist Tonto Dikeh has been sued by... Read More

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Don Jazzy and Tega Oghenejobo Named Billboard 2026 Global Power Players

Don Jazzy and Tega Oghenejobo have been named among the 2026 Global Power Players by Billboard for their influence on the international music business. As founder of Mavin Records, Don Jazzy has helped take Nigerian music to global audiences, building a roster that includes Rema, Ayra Starr, and Johnny Drille. Oghenejobo, who became president and... Read More

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Nigerians Harass Content Creator Who Exposes Lagos States’ BRT Insufficiency

A young content creator recently blew up on social media for documenting her life as a 9-5er (or in her words, 5-9) in Lagos State. However, the content which caught the attention of many Nigerians was the one where she exposed the lateness of the BRT buses and the long queues she has to endure... Read More

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Weekend Recap: Here’s What You Missed Over the Weekend

The Nigerian and international media have been filled with positive news, drama, and aftermath of the recent war-related events and a crackdown on piracy in Nigeria. Nigerian-American Formula 3 Driver Dominates 2026 FIA Formula 3 Season Opener 18-year-old Ugo Ugochukwu has secured his first Formula 3 win during the racing season-opening feature race in Melbourne,... Read More

Afrobeat news, Formula 3 win, Joeboy, Nollywood news, tonto dikeh

Top 5 Podcasts To Check Out This Weekend

It’s another weekend and there is an offering of interesting podcasts to listen to while going about your day, and in this article, we discuss our top five. On this episode of the podcast, the hosts sit with two of Nigeria’s biggest streamers as they open up about their journeys into streaming and becoming Internet... Read More

I Said What I Said Podcast, Podcast of the week, Podcasts to listen to, So Nigerian podcast, The honest bunch podcasts

Weekly Highlights: Here’s What You Missed Over The Week

This week has been filled with rumors and speculations in the media, pregnancy announcements and burial and births day celebrations. Ex-Reality Star BamBam Sheds Husband’s Name Amidst Speculations Of A Separation BamBam, who met her husband Teddy A on the Big Brother reality show, has reportedly removed her husband’s name and is now using her... Read More

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Chude Jideonwo Steps Into Nollywood With “Onobiren” as His Regal Niger Delta Premiere Look Turns Heads

When filmmaker Laju Iren premiered her long-anticipated film ‘Onobiren,’ the night was expected to celebrate Nollywood storytelling, culture, and the growing global reach of Nigerian cinema. But somewhere between the flash of cameras and the excitement around the film’s debut, media entrepreneur and storyteller Chude Jideonwo quietly created one of the evening’s memorable red-carpet moments.... Read More

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Weekend Recap: Here’s What You Missed Over The Weekend

This weekend was an exciting one for the Nollywood scene, from movie premieres, to award wins, there was also news on public backlash and a death in the industry. It was a weekend of mixed feelings. Funke Akindele Wins Four NFVCB Awards Nigerian filmmaker and actress Funke Akindele took home a stunning win when she... Read More

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February 28, 2026

Top 5 Podcasts To Check Out This Weekend

It’s another weekend, and there are a few interesting podcasts to listen to while going about your day. In this article, we discuss our top five. This week’s podcast features just Fk and Jola as they discuss the idolization of religious leaders, the possibility of winning the lottery, and unsafe spaces. Dami and Isaac get... Read More

Afrobeats deepdive, I Said What I Said Podcast, Podcast of the week, podcasts, The Honest Bunch Podcast

February 28, 2026

Weekly Highlights: Here’s What You Missed Over The Week

This week was filled with positive and negative news, from the launch of new books to the death of a beloved actor and the release of a new single. It was an eventful week. Big Brother Naija’s Cross Legally Weds Partner The former Big Brother Naija star, who proposed to his partner around October 2025,... Read More

Big Brother Naija, New music in afrobeat, Nollywood news, Simi controversy, Weekly highlights

February 27, 2026

‘How Depression Saved My Life’ Nigeria Tour Ends as Chude Jideonwo Takes the Movement to the UK, Germany, America and Canada

After stirring, sold-out gatherings in Lagos and Abuja, the Nigeria leg of ‘How Depression Saved My Life’ has officially come to a close, with its author, filmmaker and media entrepreneur Chude Jideonwo, now set to take the tour across the UK, Germany, the United States and Canada. What began as a deeply personal memoir, has... Read More

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