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‘I was told the show had been cancelled’ | Peter Okoye releases more shocking details about Congo show

We told you of a disclaimer Peter Okoye issued regarding a show in Congo that Psquare was billed to perform and how he was bashed for bringing the matter to social media. In a bid to defend his actions, Peter took to his page to shed more light on the issue. See what he posted... Read More

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If you are single, Banky W has a message for you

Banky W is one person who has faced a lot in terms of people asking the ‘When will you marry’ question and the singer has penned an open letter to other bachelors and bachelorrettes who are experiencing the same situation. He posted the open letter via his Instagram page to celebrate the release of his... Read More

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Tiwa Savage honoured with award in South Africa (PHOTOS)

From visiting some of the country’s historical sites to throwing a party on a yacht, Tiwa Savage has been having quite an amazing time in South Africa. The Mavin singer was awarded the Hero of the Month award by Reel Africa on Friday, July 9 2016. She shared the moment on her Instagram page minutes... Read More

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Riot and rape forces Davido to pull the plug on Congo show (WATCH)

While Wizkid had to pull out of his performance at the wireless festival in the UK on Friday as a result of a visa issue, his fellow colleague Davido pulled the plug on his performance in Congo after riots broke out at the 35,000 capacity Stade Municipal de Lubumbashi – the venue for the show. According... Read More

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Reminisce features 2Baba on ‘Nobody Knows’ (LISTEN)

Reminisce brings along 2Baba for this one of a kind collaboration titled Nobody Knows. The song sees the rapper tell stories of resilience amidst life’s struggles. Listen below. https://www.bellanaija.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Reminisce-nobody-knows-ft-2baba.mp3

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Fans lash out at Peter Okoye for pulling out of Psquare show

On Friday night, Peter Okoye issued a disclaimer regarding a Psquare performance at an Airtel-sponsored concert scheduled to take place in Congo. According to Peter, the event was booked by their former manager Jude but ‘the contractual terms presented were not favourable’ to him, making him not to endorse the use of his name to promote the event.... Read More

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Why Wizkid won’t perform tonight at the wireless festival in London

Unfortunately, Wizkid won’t be performing at the Wireless Festival today. The development was first revealed on Friday afternoon when the pop artiste tweeted about having a visa issue which will deter him from being in the UK to perform at arguably the biggest summer music concert in London. Although the Shabba singer quickly deleted the tweet, the... Read More

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Tears flow at OJB Jezreel’s funeral service (PHOTOS)

Today is the burial of the late OJB Jezereel. The late 49-year-old’s body is being conveyed to the Ikoyi Cemetery for the interment service. Here are photos from the funeral service that held at the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Grace Chapel, Surulere, Lagos.

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Did Wizkid and his publicist just confirm dating rumours?

There have been on-going speculations of a romantic fling happening between Wizkid and his British publicist, Jada Pollock. Nothing concrete had however come of these speculations until Wizkid posted a picture in the wee hours of this morning of him getting cozy with the 33-year-old LA-based hottie in the studio. https://www.instagram.com/p/BHk77E9jJ9h/?taken-by=wizkidayo While Wiz might be quick... Read More

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Lara George, Sammie Okposo, others perform at 3-in-1 event to honour OJB (WATCH)

A 3-in-1 event took place at the National Stadium on Thursday, July 7, to honour the late OJB who passed on June 24 after a second Kidney failure. The event which was a combination of a wake keep session, service of songs and a tribute concert had OJB’s family, friends and colleagues in attendance. The... Read More

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July 7, 2016

Brymo’s unpopular opinion on black killings splits Nigerian Twitter

Brymo has taken a dive into the troubled waters of Nigerian Twitter again and as usual he is in a battle of words with anybody who contradicts his views. It all started when Brymo tweeted a ‘disturbing’ comment about the recent killings of blacks by the Police in the US. The singer opined that the black... Read More

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July 7, 2016

The Beatz Awards calls for entries

The Organizing Committee of The Beatz Awards on Wednesday, announced the awards’ Call for entries kicking off activities leading up to the highly anticipated event in December. The Beatz Awards honours innovative recording professionals and business executives in the Nigerian creative industry. This year, the awards will be accepting entries in 29 voting categories. See below, the list... Read More

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‘A life well spent’… ‘She was a gem’ | Nigerian Twitter pays tribute to the late Bukky Ajayi

It is no longer news that legendary Nollywood actress Bukky Ajayi has passed on. Nigerian Netizens have taken to their twitter timelines to pay tribute to the thespian. Here is what they had to say. This makes the celebration of Bukky Ajayi by AMVCA even more beautiful. A great closing to an extraordinary character. —... Read More

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When the late Bukky Ajayi stole our hearts at the 2016 AMVCA (WATCH)

The Nigerian entertainment scene has again lost one of its precious gems Bukky Ajayi to the cold hands of death. The legendary actress passed on moments ago at the age of 82 as a result of heart-related complications. In memory of her exceptional talent, we remember when she was honoured at the 2016 AMVCA with... Read More

Phyno announces U.S. tour this August

Indigenous Hip-Hop artiste Phyno will be heading to America this August for a Summer Tour. The tour is organised by Big A Entertainment. Fans in the U.S. will be opportuned to see him perform hit tracks such as Fada Fada, Connect and more from August to September .

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5 new things we found out about Didi Kilgrow – D’banj’s alleged new bride

Incase you have been living under a rock somewhere, D’banj allegedly got married to a South African/Nigerian beauty – Didi Kilgrow over the weekend. While some things about Didi have been established like her famous step-sister Samantha Walsh, her former boyfriend, and more, YNaija went in search for more details about the lady who might... Read More

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Tinie Tempah and Wizkid take the streets of Santo Domingo in Mamacita (WATCH)

We have seen the behind-the-scenes, the trailer and now the video we have all been waiting for, is here – Tinie Tempah featuring Wizkid in Mamacita the movie. Let’s let the video do the talking

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Bovi and wife expecting baby number 3

Comedian Bovi and his wife Kris Asimonye-Ugboma are awaiting the arrival of their 3rd child together. A baby shower was held for Kris by her friends on Sunday night. The couple have two lovely kids already – David and Elena. See some of the photos the website posted.

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Waje melts hearts with edgy look on #TheVoiceNigeria

Waje led the conversation on social media on Sunday night as people couldn’t stop talking about the Judge’s fierce and edgy look on The Voice Nigeria. The singer looked alluring in a sheer black Democratic Republic dress which brought out her elegant curves and her make up look – a luminous bronze look with a bold... Read More

Burna Boy seems to be having a jolly good time on his return to the UK (PHOTOS)

From studio time with country’s finest artistes to having an epic birthday bash, Burna Boy seems to be having a nice time on his return to the UK. The singer arrived in the country on Tuesday, June 27, 2016 and has since been spotted in the studio with top acts in the UK music industry such... Read More

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Trailer for Tinie Tempah and Wizkid’s Mamacita music video is out (WATCH)

In mid-July, Wizkid spent 2 days in Dominican Republic with his Disturbing London label-mate, Tinie Tempah and his crew to shoot the video for the latter’s Mamacita single which he featured on. The video is scheduled to drop by 11am today but first, here is a trailer for the video exactly shot on the streets... Read More

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‘It was more of a divorce’ | D’banj spills more on Mo’hits breakup in E! VIP documentary

March 17, 2012 will forever go down in history as one sad day for Nigerian music as the end of Mo’hits – a music group that had brought so much accolade to the country and the African continent – was announced by Don Jazzy. In his E! VIP documentary aired on Sunday night, D’banj revealed... Read More

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July 3, 2016

Moments from DJ Obi’s world record finale party (WATCH)

On Saturday night, supporters, friends, family gathered at Sao Cafe, Lekki Lagos to celebrate with DJ Obi who just wrote his name into the history books by becoming the Guinness world record holder for the longest DJ set in history. DJ Obi beat the current 200-hour record on Friday, July 1 2016 and looked to set... Read More

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Yemi Alade set to bounce back from BET Award loss with ‘Want You’

Although she lost the BET Awards for a third time, Yemi Alade keeps working and she is set to return with a new project. The singer who just returned from Los Angeles where she attended the awards for the first time, has dropped a new single titled – Want you. https://www.instagram.com/p/BHWcgsfgN2R/?taken-by=yemialade The song which was... Read More

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Timi Dakolo denies stealing Majek Fashek’s song

In a Punch interview published this morning, legendary musician Majek Fashek accused R&B singer Timi Dakolo of remaking his classic – Send Down The Rain without due permission. In the interview, the Nigerian music legend labelled the singer ‘a thief’ because he allegedly took advantage of his ill health at the time. He said, “He broke the rules of copyright.... Read More

Seyi Shay debuts Murda Remix under Island Records

Away from the controversies, Seyi Shay is back to releasing new music. Well not really new music but a remixed and remastered version of her breakthrough hit –Murda featuring Shaydee and Patroranking- now released under her international label – Island Records. https://www.instagram.com/p/BHUh8i3BMVU/ https://www.instagram.com/p/BHUjuJWAyAf/?taken-by=iamseyishay The singer inked a deal with the world-renowned label in 2015 and is... Read More

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The YNaija Interview: How I broke the world record – DJ Obi

On Friday, July 1 2016, Obi Ajunouma a.k.a DJ Obi broke the 200-hour Guinness World record for the longest DJ set in history. His record breaking feat has drawn widespread attention and admiration from home and abroad. Everyday, DJ Obi was visited by movers and shakers in the Nigerian entertainment industry and an ever increasing... Read More

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