Samuel Akpabot (3 October 1932 – 7 August 2000) remains one of Nigeria’s most respected composers, ethnomusicologists, and cultural scholars—a man whose career bridged continents and whose work helped define the relationship between African tradition and Western classical forms. Known for his intellectual depth, multi-instrumental talent, and lifelong dedication to African musical heritage, Akpabot’s legacy…
Nigerian music star Tiwa Savage has recalled how she lost an endorsement deal because she refused to go on a Dubai trip with the owner of a company. Tiwa, who spoke in a panel organised by Entertainment Week Africa, shared her perspective on the demand for sex from female artistes in exchange for opportunities. She…
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde and Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke attended Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido’s sold-out concert at the 25,000-capacity Obafemi Awolowo Stadium in Ibadan on November 9, 2025. The governors presence highlighted the cultural and social significance of the event, which drew fans from across the country. Davido delivered a high-energy performance featuring his hit songs, including Aye and…
Legendary Nigerian musician Innocent Idibia, widely known as 2Face or 2Baba, has revealed that his hit song “African Queen” has been both a blessing and a burden to him, despite being the track that propelled him to stardom. African Queen remains one of 2Face’s most iconic records, deeply cherished by fans around the world. However,…
Let me make this very clear, No matter how much you think you spent on me, it can never equal the value of the time I gave you, my prime years, my energy, and the career opportunities I sacrificed while being with you And for the record, I would have filed for divorce long ago…
Nigerian singer, Tiwatope Omolara Savage, popularly known as Tiwa Savage, has spoken about her viral statement on being open to becoming a second wife, explaining the feelings behind her comment. In a recent interview, the 45-year-old stated that her remark was born out of personal experiences and heartbreak, rather than a genuine desire to be…
The Grammy-winning Nigerian singer, Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has declared that he has converted to Islam.In an interview with Plaqueboymax, the singer explained that he was raised a Christian simply because it was the faith of his parents and the environment in which he grew up. He said; “I was born…
Nigerian singer, Waje, recently revealed on the Honest Bunch podcast that she got pregnant at the age of 16. She recounted, “I was 16 when I got pregnant and I didn’t tell my mum till I was about five months gone.” When they approached the father’s family, he denied responsibility, insisting, “It’s not him, it’s…
Nigerian singer Yemi Alade has revealed that she once experimented with smoking during her university years — a habit that almost became an addiction before she decided to quit entirely. In a candid interview with Chude Jideonwo, the “Johnny”crooner said curiosity initially led her to try smoking, but it soon became something she began to…
Nollywood actress Juliana Olayode, popularly known for her role as Toyo Babyin Jenifa’s Diary, has opened up about her personal journey of maintaining celibacy while navigating her acting career. In a candid post shared on her Instagram page, Juliana admitted that remaining celibate is not as easy as many people assume, revealing that she often…
