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South African Rapper AKA killed in drive-by shooting
IOL News reports that on Friday night in Durban, South Africa, the famed South African rapper Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes was shot and killed in a drive-by shooting. Another individual, thought…
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The YNaija Cover – the 14th of November
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5 Things that Should Matter Today: Stolen credit cards are among the evidence allegedly found on Naira Marley’s laptop
At the resumed trial of Naira Marley over an alleged credit card fraud at the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos today October 23, the Economic and Financial Crimes tendered…
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Sanctions not retaliations are how we need to respond to SA’s xenophobia
For nearly a week before the 1st of September, news filtered in from South Africa that the country's black male citizens were planning attacks on African immigrants. Their reasons were…
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome’s men are ”masters” over women misogyny, Senator Remi Tinubu vs Elisah Abbo, Super Eagles beat South Africa in #AFCON2019 quarter-final – Here’s everything that happened this week
This week was a rollercoaster of buzzy stories, from politics to culture and while we routinely reported each of these stories from our YNaija desk, here’s a roundup of everything…
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Nigerians troll rapper AKA on Twitter over Super Eagles’ triumphant victory against South Africa
We are still basking in the euphoria of the Super Eagles thrashing South Africa's Bafana Bafana 2-1 in the 2019 African Cup of Nations, a quarter-final clash that saw the…
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Davido is set become the first Nigerian panelist on ‘Comedy Central Roast’
Comedy Central Roast is a popular American TV series which features a selected panel, made up of the celebrity's peers as well as popular comedians, who comically trash the 'honoured…
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Entertainment Roundup: DMW mixtape set to drop soon, AKA thinks Kim Kardashian’s robbery was staged | More stories
Here are the top stories from yesterday and other unraveled while you slept - and are still buzzing on today's Entertainment Roundup. A DMW mixtape is underway and its first…
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The Media Blog: It’s 90 minutes to the premiere of Africa Magic’s The Hustle!
We are really, really, really, really looking forward to The Hustle, DSTV’s newest series. And not just because it’s getting massive online and outdoor advertising buzz. It has a sh*t…
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Entertainment Roundup: AY premieres new movie | ‘Beef’ in South African music industry | More stories
Here are some stories from yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept – and are now buzzing this morning in today’s Entertainment Roundup. AY premieres new movie, A Trip…
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Wizkid, Patoranking, Linda Ikeji, others get MAMA award nomination (See list)
Wizkid, Cassper Nyovest, AKA and Sauti Sol lead the pack in the first round of nominations for the forthcoming MTV Africa Music Awards Johannesburg 2016 (MAMA), with an impressive nine…
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Entertainment Roundup: Jhene Aiko’s estranged Nigerian husband denies abuse allegations | Popular SA rapper gives mum a surprise of a lifetime | More Stories
Here are some stories from yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept – and are now buzzing this morning in today’s Entertainment Roundup. Actress Mercy Aigbe-Gentry unveils website…
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#BETAwards: The suave, hip and classy men on the red carpet (PHOTOS)
The much-awaited BET awards 2016 is underway at the Microsoft Theatre in Los Angeles. From the leather jackets to the traditional suit and tie, YNaija is bringing you all of the…
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See what African music stars have been up to at the #BETAwards16 (PHOTOS)
From the arrivals to meeting other international superstars, your favourite African stars have had their hands full at the BET Awards 2016 weekend. Although the main award ceremony takes place today, winners…
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Wizkid, Yemi Alade lose BET award to South African, Black Coffee
South African multi-award winning record producer/DJ, Black Coffee has won the keenly-contested Best International Act: Africa award at the 2016 BET Awards. Black Coffee who is now the first South African…
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Entertainment Roundup: Linda Ikeji shuts down tax evasion reports | African celebs gear up for BET Awards
Here are the top stories from yesterday and some stories that unraveled while you slept – and are now buzzing this morning. Yemi Alade, Wizkid, AKA, others in the US…
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Yemi Alade, Wizkid, AKA, others in the US for BET Awards (PHOTOS)
The 2016 edition of the BET Awards is holding this Saturday in Los Angeles and an array of Africa's music stars are in the US to partake in the pre-event activities of…
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Wizkid, Yemi Alade, others nominated for BET Awards 2016 (Full List)
The nominations have been announced for this year's edition of the Black Entertainment Television (BET) awards taking place at the Microsoft Theater, Los Angeles on Sunday, June 26 2016. Nigerian artistes Wizkid…
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Flavour, Young Thug, AKA others give high power performances at BET concert (See Photos)
The BET Africa Experience concert took place at the 20,000 capacity Coca Cola Dome in Johannesburg on Saturday, December 12th, 2015. It was a night of high power performances from top…
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Davido and Yemi Alade up for “Best African Act” at the 2015 MTV EMAs
The nominees are in and the race is on for the much-coveted 2015 MTV EMA Best African Act award. This year’s nominees are AKA (South Africa), Yemi Alade (Nigeria), Davido…
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Sarkodie is the best rapper in Africa – Here’s the only proof needed
Best rapper, at the moment guys... we're not reaching, not that far. To be a darn good rapper, you have to have an awesome flow, impeccable delivery, some wordplay, and…
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Welp! Cassper Nyovest says AKA slapped him in the club last night
Celebrity fights are no longer news but the newest of them involves two hot South Africa rappers, Cassper Nyovest and AKA. Well, it looks like their beef didn't just start…
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South African rapper, AKA will be coming back to town for something special
by Chinwe Okafor If you missed him earlier, here is your chance once again. South African rapper, AKA will be coming back to town following the success of his Industry…
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I know Tiwa Savage is pregnant, but I love her – SA rapper, AKA says
by Bem Abubakar South African rapper, AKA, real names- Kiernan Jordan Forbes, is in Nigeria for the Industry nite event, which holds on Wednesday, February 4. While preparing for his…
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South African rapper, AKA arrives Lagos to perform at the Industry Nite concert (PHOTOS)
by Damilola Jagun South African rapper, AKA, has arrived Nigeria for a first-time performance. The rapper was spotted at the Murtala Muhammed international airport, Lagos on the afternoon of Sunday,…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy