• MNOV FUSES INDIE FOLK AND ALTERNATIVE R&B ON STRIKING DEBUT SINGLE ‘HERE’
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    MNOV FUSES INDIE FOLK AND ALTERNATIVE R&B ON STRIKING DEBUT SINGLE ‘HERE’

    May 13, 2026 - By 

    THE INTIMATE AND VULNERABLE BALLAD EXPLORES WHAT IT MEANS TO STAY PRESENT IN LOVE WHEN YOU DON’T HAVE ALL THE ANSWERS Introducing Lagos genre blurring R&B-soul singer, songwriter, musician and producer MNOV with his striking and intimate debut single ‘HERE’, rooted in vulnerability, reassurance and emotional truth at the centre of his artistry. Written by MNOV and co-produced with Ikon Ekwuyasi (Tems, Show Dem Camp, Ladipoe), ‘Here’ explores what it means to remain present when there are no easy answers, turning uncertainty into an act of devotion. Sonically, the atmospheric acoustic ballad with ambient textures sees MNOV blurring genre lines…

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    Veekee James and husband welcome baby girl

    May 13, 2026 - By 

    Fashion designer Veekee James and her husband, Femi Atere, have welcomed their first child, a baby girl named Eliana Adeife Atere. The excited couple announced the arrival of their daughter in a Video shared on Instagram on Wednesday. Sharing the meaning behind the child’s name, the couple explained that “EL” means God, while “ANA” means “He has answered,” together signifying, “My God has answered.”

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    Family reveals cause of Alexx Ekubo’s death

    May 13, 2026 - By 

    The family of Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo has revealed that he died from complications arising from advanced metastatic kidney cancer. In a statement shared on the actor’s official Instagram page on Wednesday, the family announced that Ekubo passed away at Evercare Hospital after a “brief but courageous battle” with the illness.

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    Gov. Adeleke announces free Osun concert with B-Red, Shina Peters, others

    April 24, 2026 - By 

    Ademola Adeleke has announced a free concert in Osogbo, featuring his son, B-Red, and several other music acts from within and outside the state. In a post shared on Wednesday via his X handle, Adeleke said, “Osun, this free concert is for each and every one of you. I am delighted to have my son @B_RedHKN, his friends in the entertainment industry, and exciting upcoming musical acts from across Osun bringing the vibes home!”

  • Fally Ipupa drops new album xx
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    FALLY IPUPA CELEBRATES TWO DECADES OF MUSICAL EXCELLENCE WITH NEW ALBUM ‘XX’

    April 24, 2026 - By 

    RELEASED VIA WARNER MUSIC FRANCE, STAR-STUDDED ALBUM FEATURES COLLABORATIONS WITH WIZKID, ANGÉLIQUE KIDJO AND DJ MAPHORISA Congolese superstar and the Prince of Rumba himself FALLY IPUPA returns with his glorious new album XX celebrating two decades of excellence, creativity and influence, and ushering in a major new chapter in one of African music’s most prolific careers so far. Led by priority track ‘Jam’ featuring afrobeats legend Wizkid and the previously released hit single ‘Cinéma’, the highly anticipated album comes with a heavyweight cast of international collaborators including GRAMMY Award-winning world music icon Angélique Kidjo, Haitian rising star Joé Dwèt Filé,…

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    ‘No woman caused this—betrayal did’ Peter Psquare breaks silence on 20-year family feud

    April 24, 2026 - By 

    Nigerian music star, Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P, has dismissed claims that a woman caused the renewed crisis within the Okoye family, insisting the dispute is rooted in alleged betrayal, theft and long-standing internal disagreements spanning over two decades. In a series of posts shared on Wednesday via his X handle, Mr P rejected what he described as attempts to blame women for the family fallout.

  • Fela’s ‘Zombie’ becomes first Nigerian album in Grammy Hall of Fame
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    Fela Kuti, Sade Adu make history in Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2026 class

    April 21, 2026 - By 

    Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti and British-Nigerian singer Sade Adu have been inducted into the 2026 class of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, marking a significant moment for African and diaspora representation in global music. The announcement, made on April 13, 2026, confirmed that both artists will be honoured at the official induction ceremony scheduled for November 14, 2026, in Los Angeles, with a broadcast expected later in December.

  • GLOBAL MUSIC SUPERSTARS MR EAZI AND KING PROMISE UNVEIL HIGHLY ANTICIPATED JOINT ALBUM ‘SEE WHAT WE’VE DONE’
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    GLOBAL MUSIC SUPERSTARS MR EAZI AND KING PROMISE UNVEIL HIGHLY ANTICIPATED JOINT ALBUM ‘SEE WHAT WE’VE DONE’

    April 16, 2026 - By 

    Out now via emPawa Africa, SEE WHAT YOU’VE DONE is the glorious new album from GRAMMY Award-winning trailblazer and creative innovator MR EAZI and international afropop sensation KING PROMISE. Powered by a longstanding creative connection and real-life friendship, the 9-track project captures two artists coming together at exactly the right moment, turning years of shared history, mutual respect and musical chemistry into a purposeful and effortless body of work. Following the success of its lead singles – the nostalgic Backstreet Boys interpolating ‘That Way’, the sun-drenched romantic drop ‘Mariana’, and the celebratory title track ‘See What We’ve Done’, the album…

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    K-pop group BTS drew over 100,000 fans to Seoul comeback concert, says label

    March 27, 2026 - By 

    More than 100,000 fans turned out to see K-pop superstars BTS’s first concert in nearly four years, their label said Sunday, a smaller number than originally expected for the highly anticipated event in central Seoul. The seven-member group took to the stage together for the first time following a years-long hiatus prompted by mandatory military service, with some stationed near the heavily fortified border with North Korea.

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    Kidnap kingpin, ‘Osisikanku’ promised me N50m to save him — Amoke, soldier who arrested him

    March 27, 2026 - By 

    A soldier, Amoke Gunshot Simeon, served in Abia state during the days of the terror kingpin, ‘Osisikankwu’. Osisikankwu’, whose real name is Obioma Nwankwo, was the leader of the kidnap gang that terrorised Aba and environs from 2008 to 2010. He held the town captive, kidnapping residents and visitors, leading to the exodus of people from Aba until he was arrested in 2010 by Amoke.

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    AMVCA to unveil 2026 nominees March 29

    March 27, 2026 - By 

    Organisers of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) have confirmed that nominees for the 2026 edition will be revealed on Sunday, March 29. The announcement was made via the awards’ official social media platforms, with Nollywood actor Chimezie Imo set to host the live nominee reveal.

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    Action movie star Chuck Norris dies 86

    March 23, 2026 - By 

    Chuck Norris, the US martial artist and Hollywood tough guy most famous for his role in the “Walker, Texas Ranger” television series, has died, his family said Friday. He was 86. Norris passed away Thursday morning, the family said on Instagram, after media reports that he had been hospitalised for an undisclosed condition while on the Hawaiian island of Kauai.

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    Singer Davido breaks silence after Grammy Loss

    February 4, 2026 - By 

    Afrobeats superstar Davido has finally reacted to his Grammy loss at the 68th edition of the awards held in Los Angeles with a message of faith and resilience, affirming that God is on his side, despite his recent loss. In a post shared on his Instagram page, Davido shared lovely photos alongside his wife at the award ceremony and ended the post with a praying emoji and musical symbols. The singer wrote: “Oluwa Dey my side”

  • Femi Kuti speaks on Fela's Grammy win
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    Femi Kuti Praises Posthumous Grammy for Fela as a Milestone for Africa and World Peace

    February 4, 2026 - By 

    Femi Kuti, son of Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti, has praised the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award given to his late father, describing it as “a win for Africa and global peace.” Fela became the first African musician to receive this award,  marking a new dawn for Afrobeat music. The award  was received by his children, Yeni, Femi, and Kunle, at the 2026 Special Merit Awards,held  in Los Angeles on Saturday night before the main Grammys ceremony.