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VIDEO: My Father trying to cajole me, says Asake
By Tosin Brown Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, has finally responded to allegations of abandoning his ailing father, Mr. Odunsi. The singer took to his Instagram page on Friday, March 14, 2025, to address the claims. In a short video that has since gone viral, Asake responded through music. In the song, the Lungu Boy crooner stated that it…
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Jaywon calls out Lagos hotel as JoEl hospitalized
By Tosin Brown Nigerian singer-songwriter Jaywon has called out the management of a Lagos hotel over injuries sustained by his colleague, JoEl. Jaywon took to social media to criticize the hotel, identified as ST Hotel in the Akinpelu area of Oshodi, Lagos, for allegedly mistreating JoEl, who was scheduled to perform at an event organized by the hotel. A viral…
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Masquerade traditionalists summon skitmaker Ozain over controversial video
By Tosin Brown Popular skitmaker Hussein Mubarak Kehinde, popularly known as Ozain, has been summoned by the Ìjọ Ọjẹ Parapọ̀ Welfare Association, Nigeria and Overseas, over a controversial video depicting a Yoruba masquerade in a manner deemed disrespectful to tradition. The video, which has sparked widespread criticism, has drawn the ire of traditionalists who argue that it undermines Yoruba cultural…
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Kel-P denies stealing Solidstar’s sound, says he created it
By Tosin Brown Renowned Nigerian music producer Kel-P has dismissed singer Solidstar’s claims that he took his sound and gave it to Burna Boy. Speaking on a recent podcast, Kel-P insisted that the musical style Solidstar accused him of stealing was originally his creation. “So many artists have said I’m giving their vibes to other artists. What they don’t understand…
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Asake silent as man claiming to be his ailing father seeks help
By Tosin Brown Afrobeats singer Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, has remained silent following the circulation of a viral video featuring a man who claims to be his father. In the video, an ailing man identified as Fatai Odunsi, also known as Malo, appeals for financial assistance, stating that he has been battling a partial stroke. Odunsi, whose plea…
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TikToker Peller apologizes after disrespecting musician Runtown
By Tosin Brown Popular TikToker Peller has explained why he referred to music star Runtown as an upcoming artist, following backlash over his comments. In what appeared to be a public apology, Peller clarified that he was too young to use a phone when Runtown’s songs were dominating the charts. “When I was hearing Runtown’s music back then, I was…
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MaryGold apologizes to Ijoba Lande over ex-wife’s infidelity
By Tosin Brown Actress MaryGold has publicly apologized to skit maker Ijoba Lande over her involvement in the controversy surrounding his ex-wife, Darasimi’s alleged infidelity. In a recent video, MaryGold pleaded for Lande’s forgiveness, citing two key reasons for her apology. “I’m pleading with Lande to forgive me for taking his wife to Baba Tee’s house and for also allowing…
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Ma’ami at 90: A heartfelt tribute to my dearest mother, Princess Christianah Monisola, by Olukayode Ajulo
It is with this profound reverence that I celebrate the illustrious 90th anniversary of my beloved mother, Chief (Princess) Christianah Monisola O. Ajulo (née Adedeji). She is not merely a matriarch; she is the very fabric of my being, the divine architect of my destiny, my unwavering compass through life’s storms. Her existence is my greatest blessing, her love my…
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PHOTO NEWS: British parliamentarians visit JK Randle Centre for Yoruba culture in Lagos
As part of their final engagements in Nigeria, some members of the British Parliament were on an exclusive tour of the J. Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History recently. The tour was hosted by the Special Adviser on Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Mr. Idris Aregbe, who was joined by the Honourable Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Mr. Mobolaji…
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PHOTO NEWS: Wole Soyinka’s ‘The Man Died’ premieres at Johannesburg Film Festival
The film adaptation of Wole Soyinka’s memoir, ‘The Man Died’ premiered on Wednesday at the Johannesburg Film Festival. The event, which has lead cast, Wale Ojo, in attendance also had filmmaker Femi Odugbemi in attendance. The book, which was published by Nobel Laureate, Professor Soyinka, came out of his prison experience after the Nigeria Civil War, which happened between 1967-1970.…
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