Category: News
ID Cabasa Assembles The Old And New Guard For ‘Unfinished Business’ Album
Two decades ago, ID Cabasa’s contribution to Nigerian music was more direct. As a founding member of Coded Tunes, ID Cabasa (real name Olumide Ogunade) was instrumental in shaping Yoruba Rap and South-Western Afropop. He produced the bulk of 9ice’s first three albums, crafted Olamide’s debut, Rapsodi, and worked with a constellation of rappers in…
Prada Group Acquires Versace In $1.4 Billion Deal
Prada announced on Tuesday that it has acquired Versace, bringing two major Italian luxury fashion houses under one roof. The $1.38bn (£1.04bn) deal is well below the roughly $2bn that Versace’s former parent company, Capri Holdings, paid for the brand in 2018. The acquisition expands Prada’s portfolio of designer brands – including Miu Miu –…
Ayra Starr Confirms Official Move To New York City
Singer, Songwriter, Ayra Starr has officially confirmed that she has relocated to New York City, marking a new chapter in her fast-rising global career. The Afrobeats star revealed the news during a recent video interview, where she spoke candidly about adjusting to life in the American city and why it feels surprisingly familiar. When asked…
How We Propagated The Gospel Of Afrobeats In The UK – Billy Que
One of Nigeria’s foremost music promoters, Biliamin Olabanji who is popularly known in the entertainment circuit as Billy Que has revealed how himself and other UK based showbiz music promoters like SMADE, Ayo Shonaiya, DJ Abass, Tim Westwood among others pushed Afrobeats music into the UK mainstream music industry by inviting and staging various promotional…
Taye Arimoro Files ₦100M Lawsuit Against Peggy Ovire
The ongoing dispute between actor Taye Arimoro and actress-producer Peggy Ovire has entered a dramatic phase. What began as a chaotic altercation on November 11 has now resulted in a ₦100 million legal demand, a potential landmark rights-based lawsuit, and an industry-wide debate about professionalism, safety and accountability on Nollywood sets. The new developments were…
The Visionary Humanitarian on a Mission to Illuminate the World with Love and Unity -Prince Adegboyega Yusuf Adekoya
In a world where many are searching for their place, Prince Adegboyega Yusuf Adekoga stands as a beacon of inspiration. A Nigerian Crown Prince, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, he has carved a path that is uniquely his own. As the founder of AYA Foundation and KPV Network, Prince Adegboyega is on a mission to redefine the…
Wizkid’s Son, Champz Launches Music Career With EP ‘Champion’s Arrival’
Wizkid’s first son, Boluwatife Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Tife or Champz, has officially stepped into the spotlight with the release of his debut extended play titled Champion’s Arrival. The five-track EP features Afrobeats production with Champz delivering rap verses in a British accent, reflecting his upbringing in the United Kingdom. Tracks focus on personal…
2026 Grammys: Davido, Burna Boy, Ayra Starr Nominated For Best African Music Performance
The Recording Academy has announced the nominees for the 2026 Grammy Awards, setting the stage for music’s biggest night. This year’s list, unveiled on Friday, features Nigerian Afrobeats stars Davido, Burna Boy, and Ayra Starr, among those nominated in the Best African Music Performance category. Other nominees in the category include Eddy Kenzo & Mehran…
Petals and Dust Secures Semi-Finalist Position at the 2025 Washington Film Awards
Nigerian short film Petals and Dust has been announced as a Semi-Finalist at the 2025 Washington Film Awards, marking another notable international recognition for African storytelling. Based on a true story, Petals and Dust follows Ringret, a young woman from Northern Nigeria whose life is shattered after suffering a brutal assault from a persistent admirer….
Capturing Life in Motion: The Story of Oluwafemi Visuals
For Nigerian photographer Majekobaje Oluwafemi Joseph, better known as Oluwafemi Visuals (OVS), photography isn’t just a profession; it’s a way of seeing the world. A lifestyle and event photographer with a growing reputation in the entertainment scene, OVS has worked with some of Nigeria’s biggest names, including Shoday, Fola, Terry Apala, Bella Shmurda, TML Vibez,…