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Saturday, Jun 29

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Why Substance Abuse Campaign Is Everyone’s Fight

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Odunayo Sanya, the Executive Director of the MTN Foundation has called on all Nigerians to join the fight against drug abuse under the Anti-Substance Abuse Programme (ASAP). To advance the…

Friday, Jun 28

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Olamide announces OLIC to return in December 2024

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YBNL Boss, Olamide, announced today that his annual “Olamide Live In Concert (OLIC)” returns this December. The event which has attracted the biggest stars of the Nigerian entertainment industry was…

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New Music Friday: A Roundup of This Week’s Hottest Releases

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As the week draws to a close and the weekend beckons, music lovers in Nigeria are in for a treat with many fresh releases to soundtrack their leisure hours. From…

Thursday, Jun 27

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House of the Dragon S02E02: Rhaenyra’s credibility crumbles amidst Targaryen turmoil

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In the second episode of House of the Dragon Season 2, House Targaryen plunges deeper into chaos. Daemon’s decision to exact vengeance, following the principle of “an eye for an…

Wednesday, Jun 26

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From House Of The Dragon To Sullivan’s Crossing: 9 Captivating Series To Watch This July On Showmax

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WEEK ONE: 1-7 July HOUSE OF THE DRAGON S2|Mondays from 3am, express from the US The second season of House of the Dragon is flying express to Showmax and M-Net every Monday,…

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Olamide to drop ‘Ikigai’ featuring Asake, Fireboy, and a YBNL reunion on June 26

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In an unexpected revelation that has sent excitement coursing through the music industry, Nigerian hip-hop titan Olamide has announced the coming release of his latest project, ‘Ikigai’. Olamide is famous…

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Nigerian contemporary artist Zinno Orara dies at 58

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Nigeria’s foremost contemporary artist Zinno Orara has died at the age of 58. In a statement signed by Majiri Zinno Orara and seen by Netng, the family confirmed that the…

Tuesday, Jun 25

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#Chivido2024 and 3 other Celebrity weddings that have rocked 2024 so far

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Today, Nigerian music superstar Davido is tying the knot with his beloved Chioma in a grand ceremony in Lagos. As #Chivido2024 trends across social media, let’s take a look at…

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‘O Chi Chi-oma:’ Davido confirms remix of viral song, Ogechi on #Chivido2024 date

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Davido has featured on a remix of the viral Afrobeats track ‘Ogechi.’ The hit single created by Brown Joel, BoyPee, and Hyce has already sparked a TikTok challenge and gained…

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Kaffy, Ice Prince grace Nigerian Idol Live Show as Top 5 Emerge

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Well-executed choreography, show-stopping songs and incredible stage presence were all elements we saw at the Nigerian Idol live shows that saw the eviction of season 9 contestant Stevie and the…

Monday, Jun 24

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Davido’s wedding, Kuti x Marley collaboration, Oloture sequel, and everything hot this week

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This week promises to be an action-packed one for the players and fans of the Nigerian entertainment scene. From the formation of new (quite old, actually) unions in weddings to…

Friday, Jun 21

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Revenge takes centre stage in House of the Dragon S2 premiere “A Son for a Son”

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The second season of House of the Dragon kicks off with an emotionally charged and action-packed premiere, setting the stage for the tumultuous events to come. Titled “A Son for…

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Kaghor Idhebor: “How I got the inspiration for AMVCA 10-winning short film, The Broken Mask”

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Kaghor Idhebor, filmmaker, director, and producer of the film Broken Mask, which clinched the award of the Best Short Film/Online Video Category reflects on the movie’s themes and discusses the…

Thursday, Jun 20

Kendrick Lamar tells Drake to return Tupac’s ring during ‘The Pop Out’ concert

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In a sensational concert at the Kia Forum on Wednesday, Kendrick Lamar brought together a host of musical heavyweights for a night intended to showcase unity within the West Coast…

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Davido, Sophia Momodu, and their turbulent history over custody of Imade

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The relationship between Nigerian singer Davido and Sophia Momodu, mother of their daughter Imade Adeleke, has been marked by numerous conflicts over the years. According to reports, Davido has initiated…

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Report: Ashanti and Nelly secretly married since 2023

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Legendary music artists Nelly and Ashanti reportedly tied the knot in a secret ceremony on December 27, 2023. According to TMZ, the couple chose St. Louis County, Missouri, Nelly’s hometown,…

Wednesday, Jun 19

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Simi announces 5th album ‘Lost and Found’

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Nigerian singer and songwriter Simi will release her fifth album, ‘Lost and Found,’ on July 5. The announcement was made via her Instagram page on Tuesday, where she also shared…

Monday, Jun 17

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Tems hints at future collaboration with Arya Starr

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Tems has praised Ayra Starr for her hard work and dedication to her craft while hinting at the possibility of working together on a music project someday. The Grammy Award-winning…

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Nigerian Idol Season 9: Check out the ‘sensational six’ contestants left in the competition

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The ongoing Nigerian Idol season 9 delivered yet another unforgettable evening on Sunday as the list of contestants was trimmed down to a sensational 6. Guest judge and performer Pheelz…

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Victony releases tracklist of debut album ‘Stubborn’ to be released on June 21

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After a slow start to the year, the Nigerian music scene continues to bubble with activity as Victony has announced the release of his highly anticipated debut LP titled ‘Stubborn’…

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Nigerian actress Stella Ikwuegbu dies after battle with cancer

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Stella Ikwuegbu, the acclaimed Nigerian actress, has passed away. Movie producer Stanley Nwoko confirmed the sad news in an Instagram post on Sunday. Nwoko revealed that Ikwuegbu had been battling…

Saturday, Jun 15

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Asake reaches new milestone on Spotify ahead of his big plans for 2024

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Nigerian music sensation Asake has achieved a remarkable milestone on Spotify, with his monthly listeners surpassing 7 million. This achievement, discovered on Friday, June 14, 2024, solidifies Asake’s position as…

Friday, Jun 14

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Burna Boy sets new African record with ‘I Told Them’ tour in Canada

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Nigerian superstar Burna Boy has achieved another landmark feat with his ‘I Told Them’ tour in Canada. Following the release of his 2023 album ‘I Told Them,’ Burna Boy embarked…

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Nigeria’s Jibromah aims to break Guinness World Record with 144-Hour Sing-A-Thon

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Talented Nigerian singer Blessing Jibromah has announced her ambitious plan to break the Guinness World Record (GWR) for the longest singing marathon. Jibromah aims to surpass the current record of…

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Netflix’s ‘Bridgerton’ boosts UK economy by £275 Million

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Netflix’s original series “Bridgerton” has significantly impacted the UK economy, contributing £275 million over the past five years, the streaming platform has announced. The drama set in the regency era…

Thursday, Jun 13

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MTN Foundation urges Nigerians to create a safer society to combat substance abuse

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MTN Foundation has reminded Nigerians to join hands to curb the prevalent substance abuse among its very youthful population. Reiterating its commitment to the fight against substance abuse in Nigeria,…

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“Comparison is a killer of joy,” Ruger explains why he squashed the beef with BNXN

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Nigerian dancehall star Ruger has opened up on why he resolved his long-standing feud with fellow artist BNXN. The two musicians were considered rivals and were known to exchange words…

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Ayra Starr vs Tems: “The Year I Turned 21” reclaims top spot on Apple Music Nigeria

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Nigerian music star Ayra Starr has once again ascended to the top of Apple Music Nigeria charts with her sophomore album “The Year I Turned 21.” This achievement marks a…

Ruth Kadiri: People will go hungry If you remove YouTube from the industry

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Ruth Kadiri has revealed that she uploads her movies on YouTube because of the stringent regulations Nigeria’s film industry and the platform has now provided her with a source of…

Wednesday, Jun 12

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Veteran Nollywood actor “Sule Suebebe” is dead

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The Nigerian entertainment industry is mourning the loss of veteran Nollywood actor Dayo Adewunmi, popularly known as “Sule Suebebe,” who passed away on Wednesday after a prolonged illness. Popular Ibadan-based…