Category: News
The Future Awards Africa Unveils Nominees for 19th Edition, Adds New Categories to Honor More Achievers
The Future Awards Africa (TFAA), the continent’s most prestigious awards platform celebrating young African excellence, is proud to announce the nominees for its highly anticipated 19th edition. This year’s ceremony, themed “Threads of Legacy,” shines the spotlight on the young change makers whose work today is shaping the fabric of Africa’s tomorrow. The nominees represent…
Afrobeats Now Has A ‘Big 7,’ Not Just A ‘Big 3’ – Odumodublvck Declares
Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck has reignited the long-running “Big 3” debate in Afrobeats, insisting that the genre’s global dominance can no longer be credited to just three artists. In a recent interview recorded inside a car on Sunday, October 19, 2025, the rapper confidently stated that Afrobeats has evolved into a “Big 7.” According to him,…
Nora Awolowo, Timi Dakolo, Audu Maikori, Funmi Iyanda, Kene Okwuosa others confirmed for NECLive 2025
The complete lineup for NECLive 2025 has been unveiled, revealing an unprecedented gathering of Nigeria’s most influential creative industry leaders set to converge on the Landmark Event Centre on Friday, November 28 2025. MultiChoice Nigeria CEO John Ugbe, X3M Ideas founder Steve Babaeko, and FilmHouse Group co-founder and Group CEO Kene Okwuosa headline a roster…
Akon’s Wife Files For Divorce After 29 Years Of Marriage
The internationally renowned R&B singer and producer, Akon is facing a significant legal and financial crisis after his wife filed for divorce following 29 years of marriage. The news has shocked fans globally, particularly after court documents revealed that the singer, known for hits like “Smack That” and “Locked Up,” allegedly only has $10,000 in…
MTV Base Ends its 40-Year Run of Music Channels
For decades, MTV was more than a broadcaster; it was a cultural beacon. It shaped how generations discovered music, trends, fashion, and youth identity. However, the company has taken a new direction by axing five of its major music channels. According to The UK Sun, Paramount Global is set to shut down five MTV music…
MBN Records USA Appoints Real Skillz As COO & Head A&R
Multi-award-winning Radio Host & seasoned Music Executive, Real Skillz has been appointed by Music By Nature (MBN) Records, Washington, USA as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) & Head A&R (Music) of the record label. The record label, which has a vision of taking indigenous raw music talents, building them, and taking them to the heights…
Sterling Bank Gifts Nigerians on Independence Day ‘No More Account Maintenance Fees’
Marking Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary, Sterling Bank has announced the removal of Account Maintenance Fees (AMF) on all personal accounts, a decision that puts the spotlight back on consumer costs in the country’s banking sector. The announcement follows an earlier move in April 2025 when the bank eliminated charges on local online transfers. With this…
Pastor Ekes Osajele’s Debut Single ‘It Belongs to You’ Now Streaming
After weeks of anticipation, Manchester-based pastor and gospel artist Ekes Osajele has officially released his debut single, “It Belongs to You”, now available across all major streaming platforms. The Living Faith Church (Winners Chapel) minister, who has long balanced his calling in ministry, family, and business, steps into the gospel music scene with a track…
Super Camp Africa: Kenya To Host Africa’s First Football Reality Series
Kenya will be hosting the inaugural edition of Super Camp Africa, a new 100-day pan-African football reality programme that combines intensive player development with entertainment and cultural exchange. The organizers confirmed the show would launch on October 1 at Mashuuru Sports Complex in Kajiado County, south of Nairobi. The camp brings together emerging footballers from…
Davido Joins Recording Academy As Grammys Voting Member
Afrobeats star ‘Davido‘ has officially joined the Recording Academy as a Grammy Voting Member making him eligible to vote in the 2026 GRAMMYs, whose voting begins in less than two weeks. In a video shared by the Recording Academy on its official Instagram page, Davido and other musicians expressed their excitement at being selected. “Understanding…