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Thursday, Jul 18

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Firstborn of theatre icon Hubert Ogunde, George, is dead

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George Ogunde, the first child of the late theatre icon Hubert Ogunde, has passed away. His sister, Dayo Ogunde, shared the sad news in a Facebook post on Thursday. “It’s hard to say goodbye Brother mi, our first child in the Ogunde clan.…

Tuesday, Jul 16

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Burna Boy emerges first African artiste to hit two billion streams in UK

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Grammy Award winner, Burna Boy, has become the first African artiste to hit the two billion streams mark in the United Kingdom. The “Twice as Tall” crooner was presented with a Brit Plaque at his sold-out show at Koko Camden in London on…

Sunday, Jul 14

22

BREAKING: Chima wins Nigerian Idol season 9

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A contestant, Chima, has won the ninth season of the popular music reality show, Nigerian Idol. Chima emerged as the show’s season 9 winner after several weeks of rigorous training and intense performances. The PUNCH reports that three…

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Burna Boy, love of my life – Stefflon Don

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British rapper and singer, Stephanie Allen, popularly known as Stefflon Don, has stated that award-winning Nigerian singer, Damini Ogulu, also known as Burna Boy, is the love of her life. Stefflon Don made the claim in an interview with…

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ICYMI: Social media abuzz as Rema pockets $3m at billionaire’s wedding

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The news of Rema’s record-breaking performance fee at Anant Ambani’s wedding has sent shockwaves across social media, with many users hailing music as a lucrative career path. The Nigerian Afrobeats sensation reportedly pocketed a whopping…

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I create balance by leaning on my strengths — Mayowa Ijisesan

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A business intelligence consultant, serial entrepreneur and pastor, Mayowa Ijisesan, tells FAITH AJAYI about her career, pastoral calling and other issues Can you describe your journey from Silicon Valley to your current roles in ministry…

Saturday, Jul 13

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Paul Okoye surprises wife with Range Rover as ‘push gift’

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Nigerian singer, Paul Okoye, popularly called Rude Boy of Psquare, has surprised his wife, Ivy Ifeoma, with a new Range Rover SUV as a ‘push gift’. The excited husband took to his Instagram stories to share a photo of the ride, captioning…

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Nigerian film “Kimono Kid” debuts at Toronto Film Festival

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Nigerian filmmakers, Seyi Akinlade and Josef Adamu have set the international stage alive with the first screening of “Kimono Kid” at the 49th edition of the Toronto International Film Festival. PUNCH Online reports that the Toronto…

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I feel fulfilled shedding light on untold stories with music – Dextertrone

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An up-and-coming artiste, Dexterone, has said that his ability to tell unusual stories with his music gives him utmost pleasure. Speaking in an interview with Saturday Beats, he said, “I love to blend various genres because it makes my…

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Toyin Abraham faces backlash over fan’s arrest

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Actress, Toyin Abraham, has continuously found herself at the centre of controversy for publicly supporting President Bola Tinubu (then the presidential candidate of the All Progressive Congress) in the 2023 general elections. Even after…

Junior Pope told me about his marital woes – Esther Nwachukwu

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Actress, Esther Nwachukwu, has claimed that deceased actor, Junior Odonwodo, aka Junior Pope, confided in her about his marital issues before his death on April 10, 2024. Recently, she had criticised Pope’s wife for attending an event.…

Why I presented new car key to statue of Mary— Ruby Ojiakor

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Actress, Ruby Ojiakor, has responded to accusations of idol worship. In a recent video post, she had presented the key to her new car to a statue of Holy Mary and Jesus in a church, which led to criticism. In an interview with Saturday…

Okpue explores African mysticism in new film— Ogo Okpue

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Award-winning director and multidisciplinary designer, Ogo Okpue, has delved into the rich tapestry of African mysticism with his first feature film, ‘A Song from the Dark’, which premiered on Friday, July 12, 2024, on the popular…

I want people of all races to love my songs – BJ Sam

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A budding singer, Benjamin Samuel, aka BJ Sam, recalls that while growing up in Ibadan, Oyo State, he had dreams to reach the world through his music, with people of all races, languages and nations enjoying his music. Speaking on his…

Abena Appiah excited by Nollywood debut

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A Ghanaian beauty queen and actress, Abena Appiah, has got her eyes set on making a significant impact in the Nigerian film industry with her starring role in the soon-to-be-released film titled, ’On Different Grounds’, which is directed…

Richard Edoki to unite audiences with ‘African Vibe’

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A United Kingdom-based broadcaster, Richard Edoki, aka RichyBongo, is set to give radio listeners, especially those in the UK, something new and fresh with his new show which debuts on Sunday, July 14 2024, on CHBN Radio in Cornwall,…

Some ladies covering up prostitution with dancing — Kaffy

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Popular dancer and choreographer, Kafayat Shafau, aka Kaffy, has said that some ladies now use dancing as a cover for prostitution. Speaking in an interview with Saturday Beats, Kaffy said, “Dance is not a hustler’s game, because a lot of…

Etinosa Idemudia tasks Lagos govt on area boys menace

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Actress and filmmaker, Etinosa Idemudia, has lamented the constant disturbance posed by louts, called ‘area boys’, on movie sets. In an interview with Saturday Beats, she called on the Lagos State government to deal with the issue…

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My EP not controversial – Berri Tiga

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Singer and songwriter, Blessed Agada, aka Berri Tiga, has said that his new Extended Play album titled, ‘Blessed’, does not contain any controversial song, adding that he decided to name the album after himself because he feels blessed. He…

I didn’t blame mothers for daughters’ waywardness, K-Solo clarifies

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Music producer, Solomon Oyeniyi, popularly known as K-Solo, has refuted the claims that he blamed mothers for fuelling Internet fraud and prostitution, popularly known as ‘hook-up’ in Nigeria. In a recent interview with Saturday Beats,…

Kleson Kvsh spreads hope in new single

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Afro-street sensation, Kleson Kvsh, has stated that he is determined to spread hope and positivity through his music. Speaking on his latest single titled, ‘Italawa’, he told Saturday Beats, “My recently released single, on which I…

Naija Star Search: Five finalists battle for N20m

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As the music competition, Naija Star Search Season 2, nears its grand finale, the top five finalists— HighCap, Blakk, Clement Daniel, Alaye Baba, and Accolade TMP— are set for the ultimate showdown, competing for the coveted N20m grand…

Friday, Jul 12

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VIDEO: Oyo corps members visit actress Toyin Abraham on movie set

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Some members of the National Youth Service Corps serving in Oyo State, on Friday, visited popular Nollywood actress, Toyin Abraham, on the set of her latest movie. The youth corps members got a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes action of…

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VIDEO: Rema performs “Calm Down” at India billionaire’s son’s wedding

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Afrobeats star, Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema performed his hit song “Calm Down” at the high-profile wedding of Anant Ambani, son of Asia’s richest man Mukesh Ambani, and Radhika Merchant, daughter of pharma tycoons Viren and…

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Kardashians, others to attend wedding of Asia’s richest man’s daughter

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Socialite sisters Kim and Khloe Kardashian were among the global celebrities spotted in India on Friday to attend a lavish three-day wedding ceremony staged by Asia’s richest man Mukesh Ambani. Ambani’s youngest son Anant and fiancee…

Thursday, Jul 11

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Skit maker, Zfancy, granted bail after arrest over disturbing pranks

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The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the release of skit maker and prankster, Zion Ubani, popularly known as Zfancy. This follows his arrest by the NPF-National Cybercrime Centre on July 4, in Abuja over prank videos that falsely accused…

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VIDEO: Joke Silva celebrates husband, Olu Jacobs, at 82

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Veteran Nollywood actor, Olu Jacobs, is celebrating his 82nd birthday on Thursday, barely two weeks after false rumours of his death swept across social media. Jacobs’ wife, Joke Silva, took to Instagram on Thursday to celebrate the…

Wednesday, Jul 10

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Ayra Starr, Tems emerge most streamed Nigerian artistes on Spotify

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Global music streaming platform, Spotify, has announced Nigerian music sensations, Ayra Starr and Tems, as the most streamed Nigerian artistes globally. Spotify’s Head of Music, Sub- Saharan Africa, Phiona Okumu, announced this in Lagos on…

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Toyin Abraham faces backlash for action against trolls who cursed her over Tinubu’s support

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Nollywood actress, Toyin Abraham, is under fire on social media platforms after she reported trolls who cursed her for supporting President Bola Tinubu in the 2023 general election to the police for cyberbullying. Abraham, during the 2022…

Tuesday, Jul 9

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It’s ungrateful to reply ‘seen’ after financial help, says actor Kanayo

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Veteran Nollywood actor and filmmaker, Kanayo O Kanayo, has expressed displeasure with what he perceives as a lack of gratitude from people who receive financial favours. In a video he shared on Instagram on Monday, Kanayo criticised the…