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INDEPENDENCE DAY: Davidaino, Macore, Flexybizu, Young Don, Others To Thrill Fans, As Brainiacs Records Partners Ephub Lounge & Bar For Oct 1st Show

September 30, 2025 by admin

The Independence Day holiday in Ibadan promises to be unforgettable as Brainiacs Records teams up with Ephub Lounge and Bar to stage a power-packed entertainment show tagged “Davidaino Back 2 Ur Hood Experience 001.” The all-night event is scheduled to hold on Tuesday, October 1st, 2025, at Ephub Lounge and Bar, No. 1 Oyediji Complex, opposite Polaris Bank, Adex Bus Stop, Monatan, Iwo Road, Ibadan. Festivities kick off at 8 PM and will run until dawn, strictly for audiences 18 years and above. Leading the lineup is David Konwei, popularly known as Davidaino, a veteran hip-hop act with over a decade of experience who also doubles as the CEO of Brainiacs Records. The event marks his official return to the Ibadan entertainment circuit, with promises of a charged performance for his core fans. Also joining him on stage will be an exciting lineup of buzzing talents including Macore, Flexybizu, Obi Eleniyan, Kidda T, Young Don, Wale Favour, Mc Baba Dudu, Opa Ekiti, Boikush Daina, and many more. The mix of emerging stars and established acts is expected to create an electric atmosphere, blending hip-hop, Afrobeats, street vibes, and live MC energy. Speaking on the show, Davidino said the partnership with Ephub Lounge and Bar is about giving back to the streets and reintroducing live hip-hop experiences in Ibadan. “This concert is more than just music; it’s about connecting with the fans who have been with me since day one. We’re bringing the hood together to celebrate Independence Day with vibes, culture, and raw energy,” he said. This publication however understands that the Independence Day edition also serves as the maiden edition of the Back 2 Ur Hood concert series, which Brainiacs Records has hinted will become a recurring platform for spotlighting rising artists and creating opportunities for local talents. Other side attractions of the show include, dancing competition, drinks, and Comedy show.

SAD! Veteran Nollywood Actress, Peju Ogunmola Loses Only Son

September 2, 2025 by admin

The Nollywood movie industry has been thrown into the state of mourning following the sudden death of Shina, the only son of veteran Yoruba actress, Peju Ogunmola. The tragic incident occurred on Monday while Ogunmola was on a movie set. According to reports, she had been informed that an actor was rushed to the hospital, only to arrive and discover that it was her son who had passed away. Shina’s death comes shortly after he celebrated the completion of his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program, a moment of joy that had brought immense pride to his mother. Ogunmola, widely respected for her remarkable contributions to Nollywood, has been a household name for decades, featuring in numerous Yoruba films and stage productions. The heartbreaking news has left her colleagues, friends, and fans in shock, with tributes already pouring in across social media. Many described the young man’s death as a painful loss not only to his family but also to the Nollywood community.

I’ll Die On a Sunday After Service, Pastor Adeboye Predicts Own Death

August 9, 2025 by admin

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, has restated his vision of how he believes he will pass away, peacefully, on a Sunday, after attending church service and eating his favourite meal, pounded yam. Speaking on the fourth day of the church’s ongoing International Convention themed “The Overcomers”, Adeboye said death does not always come through prolonged illness and that his departure would be sudden and painless. “I will die on a Sunday after attending service, eat my beloved pounded yam, and then pass on without any sickness,” he declared. The cleric noted that he first shared this vision two years ago and was repeating it to reassure believers that death can be peaceful for those in Christ. Delivering a sermon titled “Possess Your Possessions”, Adeboye urged Christians to actively claim what is rightfully theirs in Christ, warning that spiritual blessings often have to be fought for. Drawing from the biblical story of the Israelites taking the Promised Land, he said: “In many cases, you may have to fight for things that are already yours.” He listed healing, prosperity, fruitfulness, and long life as areas where believers must resist spiritual opposition. “Your greatest friend, Jesus Christ, paid a great price to purchase your healing. Yet there is a thief who comes to steal, kill, and destroy,” he said, citing John 10:10. “Long life is yours, but the devil wants to kill you with all he has. You must fight to live.” On prosperity, Adeboye declared: “The One who owns the earth and its fullness, and owns all the silver and gold, paid a terrible price so that you wouldn’t be poor. As long as you want to remain poor, you will remain poor.” He criticised the double standard faced by successful Christians: “If you make it as a Christian, they criticise you. If you die poor, they say, ‘Where’s your God?’” Referencing biblical figures like Rachel and Hannah, who overcame barrenness through persistent prayer, he urged believers to reject all forms of spiritual oppression. Concluding his message, Adeboye used the story of Jacob wrestling with an angel as a call to spiritual perseverance: “It is what we tolerate that disturbs us. Stop tolerating sickness, poverty, barrenness, or premature death. Fight to possess your possessions, it’s your spiritual duty, made possible by Christ’s sacrifice.”

VIDEO: “She Was Buried In A Wooden Crate” Ibrahim Chatta Recounts Loss Of First Child

June 27, 2025 by admin

Nollywood actor, Ibrahim Chatta, has opened up about a heartbreaking moment in his life when he lost his first child due to an inability to pay hospital bills. In a now-viral video originally posted by Abiola Orisile Events & Parties TV on YouTube, Chatta was seen speaking with colleagues when he shared the emotional story. “My first child is not Malik. The first child I had died,” he said. According to Chatta, the child was admitted in a hospital in Lagos State, but he was unable to raise the money needed for treatment despite trekking through many parts of Lagos in a desperate attempt to find help. “I trekked from Ijora Badia, passed through Orile, Itolo… places I used to hawk puff-puff. I went through Shitta, Lawanson, Stadium, Costain railway till I got to Makoko, yet I couldn’t get any money until the child died. “We buried her in a crate of Coke, the olden days wooden crate of coke,” he recounted. Chatta also spoke about the deep bond he shares with his only daughter, Awawu, whom he named after his late mother. “When I went to Dubai and bought a diamond anklet for Awawu, her mother was upset, saying I should have bought it for her who gave birth to the child, but I told her, this is my only daughter. I had one before, but she died. “She was buried in a wooden crate of Coke. All of them just started crying and I was cooking in the kitchen. They’d never heard the story before then,” he said. Chatta, who currently has three children, expressed his desire to have more children. He said, “I love all my children. God gave me three but I want to have more children. You see Awawu was named after my mother because she was born after my mother’s death. So I call her my mother. There’s nothing she wants to buy that I won’t give her.” Watch video below: ‘𝐒𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐚𝐬 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐈𝐧 𝐖𝐨𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐂𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞,’ 𝐈𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐡𝐢𝐦 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐚 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐋𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 “My first child is not Malik. The first child I had died,” he said. “I trekked from Ijora Badia,… pic.twitter.com/yR5z8FQadJ

Adekunle Gold Launches Free Health Insurance For 1,000 Sickle Cell Warriors In Lagos

June 19, 2025 by admin

In celebration of World Sickle Cell Day 2025, Nigerian Afropop star Adekunle Gold has unveiled a life-changing initiative through his charity, the Adekunle Gold Foundation. The project, named “5 STAR CARE,” offers free health insurance coverage to 1,000 individuals living with sickle cell disorder in Lagos State. The 5 STAR CARE program was officially announced by the music icon and sickle cell advocate, Adekunle Gold, on Wednesday, June 19, 2025. He described the initiative as a deeply personal mission inspired by his own journey with sickle cell disease. “Today is World Sickle Cell Day. This year, through the Adekunle Gold Foundation, we are launching a programme called 5 STAR CARE – a free health insurance scheme for 1,000 people living with sickle cell in Lagos, Nigeria,” Adekunle Gold shared via social media. The program is being implemented in partnership with the Lagos State Ministry of Health and the Sickle Cell Advocacy and Management Initiative (SAMI) – two key stakeholders in healthcare and sickle cell awareness in Nigeria. “Our goal is simple,” he continued. “To ease the financial burden of managing sickle cell and help more people get the quality care they deserve without stress.” Adekunle Gold, born Adekunle Kosoko, has been an outspoken advocate for sickle cell awareness, often sharing his personal story of resilience and survival as someone living with the disorder. “As somebody who has walked this path, I know how powerful it is to have the right support,” he said. “This is just the beginning.” The 5 STAR CARE health insurance package aims to cover essential medical needs for beneficiaries, including consultations, medications, and crisis management services, ensuring access to consistent and affordable care for sickle cell patients who often face huge financial and emotional burdens. To apply for the free health insurance program, eligible individuals are encouraged to visit www.adekunlegoldfoundation.com/5starcare The launch of the initiative has sparked praise from fans, health advocates, and members of the sickle cell community nationwide, many of whom see it as a rare show of commitment from a celebrity to a cause that directly affects them. World Sickle Cell Day is observed annually on June 19 to raise awareness about the disease, promote early diagnosis, and support individuals and families affected by the inherited blood disorder. In Nigeria, which has the highest burden of sickle cell in the world, such initiatives are especially vital.

Priscilla Ojo’s Husband, Juma Jux, Wins Award At 17th Headies

April 28, 2025 by admin

Tanzanian Singer, Juma Mkambala, popularly known as Juma Jux, has clinched the award of the Best East African Artiste of the Year at the 17th Headies Award on Sunday. The artiste who recently tied the knot with Priscilla, daughter of Nollywood actress, Iyabo Ojo, in a glamorious ceremony has captured the hearts of many Nigerians with his songs. Jux who also performed his hit songs ‘God’s Design’ and ‘Ololufe Mi’ serenaded the audience and viewers of event. The Headies Awards, known for celebrating excellence in the Nigerian music industry, returned to Nigeria this year after two consecutive editions in Atlanta, Georgia.

Lege Miami Sparks Outrage For Calling Women With Phone Passwords Prostitutes

April 17, 2025 by admin

Actor and self-proclaimed relationship adviser, Adams Kehinde, popularly known as Lege Miami, has come under fire after saying that married women who use passwords on their phones are like “prostitutes” and should leave their homes. In a video he posted on his Instagram handle on Tuesday which went viral on Wednesday, Lege made it clear that he believes only men have the right to keep their phones private and even cheat on their partners. He insisted that women are not allowed to do the same. He said, “A woman who is married and uses a password on her phone is a prostitute. She should pack her load and leave the house. “Any housewife who has a password on her phone is a prostitute. If a married woman can put a password on her phone, she is a prostitute. “So, because your husband has his phone passworded, you too want to put yours as well? You are not ready for marriage. You can pack your load and leave the house. Quote me!” Lege also insisted that men are allowed to cheat but women are not. He stated, “As a relationship expert, I will say that you pack your load and leave the house. “Your husband can cheat, but as a woman, you don’t have the right to cheat. That’s how to be a good and responsible wife.” This, however, did not sit well with many social media critics, especially women who noted that Lage was biased and one-sided. An Instagram user, #theseunlawal insisted that whatever bands men to cheat also bands the women. #theseunlawal wrote, “Shut up, broad mi, it’s vice versa, don’t give what you can’t take. Who gave men the license to cheat? If you can cheat, then she can do the same. Relationship expert isonu…” Another user, #Oyedolamounique wrote, “Boda Lege, I disagree with you on this sir, my kids will make you frustrated if you no get password.” However, despite the backlash, some people took Lage’s statement as a joke. A user, #Bukkysuccessbeni stated, “Lege u no serious. Okay, na water dey run for women body? Dey play.” Another Instagram user, #menduza wrote, “Egbon ofo niyin ooo. Na u dey matchmaker, an you dey scatter am back.”

‘Real Family Doesn’t Manipulate,’ Peter Okoye Says After Testifying Against Brother In Court.

April 15, 2025 by admin

Nigerian music star Peter Okoye of the legendary duo, P-Square, has opened up about enduring over two decades of betrayal and manipulation, stating that he is now prioritising his mental health. In a post on his Instagram story on Tuesday, Peter wrote, “Don’t let ‘family’ be the reason you’re drowning in silence. I did – for over 20 years and it almost cost me everything. But now I know better – love doesn’t manipulate, loyalty doesn’t betray, and family doesn’t steal from you.” Peter added that any family that steals, discriminates or ignores one’s pain isn’t family. He added, “Family that steals and breaks you isn’t family at all. Real family doesn’t drain you, shame you, discriminate against you, or ignore your pain. “My sanity matters. My mental health is a priority. If it costs my mental health, then it’s too expensive.” Peter’s post comes after he testified in a high-profile case before the Federal High Court in Lagos, where his older brother and former manager, Jude Okoye, stands accused of money laundering and the alleged diversion of royalties belonging to P-Square. Jude Okoye is being prosecuted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission on a seven-count charge bordering on money laundering to the tune of N1.38 bn, $1M, and £34,537.59, alongside his company, Northside Music Limited. PUNCH reports that Peter narrated at the court on Monday how his older brother, Jude, secretly registered a new company in his wife’s name and used it to divert royalties belonging to the defunct music group, P-Square. Testifying as the first prosecution witness, Peter revealed that Jude incorporated Northside Music Ltd, a name strikingly similar to their original company, Northside Entertainment Ltd, without informing him or his twin brother, Paul. “I found out Jude had incorporated another company, Northside Music Ltd similar to our original Northside Entertainment Ltd and he was using it to collect our royalties. “He and his wife are the only directors. She owns 80 per cent and he owns 20 per cent,” Peter testified. Peter added that he began discovering discrepancies in their financial dealings, particularly around royalty payments, after P-Square disbanded in 2017 and reunited in 2021. Following these discoveries, he contacted his lawyer, identified as Afolabi, who then petitioned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. The court adjourned the case to June 4 for cross-examination. The feud between the Okoye brothers reportedly dates back to 2015, when tensions within P-Square became public. In 2017, the duo officially began pursuing solo careers with fans remaining hopeful for a reunion, especially after they collaborated on Jaiye and Find Somebody in 2022 and performed together publicly. However, in August 2024, Paul confirmed their split during an interview with City FM radio where he alleged that Peter had petitioned both him and Jude to the EFCC, leading to their invitation for questioning. In response, Peter denied reporting Paul to the anti-graft agency but maintained that his petition was aimed at exposing the betrayal he suffered from Jude and his wife, Ifeoma. The case also stirred internal tensions within the Okoye family, when Peter’s twin brother, Paul, a.k.a. Rudeboy, publicly defended Jude and accused Peter of being the mastermind behind the legal troubles. Recall that in February, Paul stated that he would not abandon his elder brother as he stands on the side of truth. “The truth is, Peter is the one putting Jude through these things. It’s Peter who is doing these. I’m only standing for the truth because the same crime that they accused him of doing, then Peter is guilty, Paul is also guilty too,” Paul said.

Why I Rejected £24m Record Deal In 1995 – Panam Percy Paul

March 28, 2025 by admin

Popular gospel singer, Panam Percy Paul, has claimed that he turned down a highly lucrative record deal that could have changed his career in 1995. In a recent sit-down with a Nigerian Pastor, Emmanuel Iren, the singer recalled being offered a three-year contract worth £24 million, roughly equivalent to N7 billion at the time. The singer, however, states that the deal came with an ultimatum that directly conflicted with his Christian values. Recouting his experience, Paul revealed that the record label requested he limit the number of times he mentioned the name “Jesus” in his songs. The singer singer said the record label executive also suggested he use alternative terms like “Righteous One” or “Greatest Lover” in place of the sacred name. He said, “1995, I was at the peak of ministry, and success in the industry, I was offered 24 million pounds for a three year contract. 1995, 24 million pounds was equivalent to 7 billion naira. The catch was ‘can you reduce the number of times you call the name Jesus in your songs?’. And there is more where this came from. and one of them said to me, ‘you actually don’t need to mention the name Jesus. You can call him other names like Righteous one, Greatest Lover.’ I was shocked, so I told them, you can keep the money, while I keep the name”. “Today, the extreme is that music ministry has now become music industry. Where the industry now dictates to the ministers what to do, how to sing and when to sing. For example, it was the marketers in Alaba that encouraged the musicians to add tongues to their songs.”

Popular OAP Nedu Wazobia Steps down From The Honest Bunch Podcast

February 14, 2025 by admin

Nigerian radio personality, Chinedu Emmanuel, popularly known as Nedu Wazobia has stepped down from The Honest Bunch Podcast amid growing controversy involving social commentator, Martins Vincent Otse, also known as Verydarkman. The controversy begun after reality star Deeone who appeared on the Honest Bunch Podcast alleged that Verydarkman had an interest in men. However, instead of responding directly to the claim, Verydarkman redirected his focus to Nedu, revealing private conversations and making allegations about the women Nedu had supposedly been involved with. As the controversy continued to gain traction, Nedu on Friday took to Instagram to share his decision to step down from the podcast. He cited the need to protect his peace of mind, family, and the integrity of the show. In his official statement, Nedu expressed gratitude for the journey and impact of The Honest Bunch Podcast, but acknowledged that the level of scrutiny, antagonism, and accusations had taken a personal toll. He emphasised that while he remains dedicated to fostering meaningful conversations, stepping back was necessary to end the negativity surrounding his name. He wrote, “The past week has brought a lot into perspective for me. Hosting The Honest Bunch Podcast has been an incredible journey—one built on open conversations, bold perspectives, and the willingness to tackle difficult topics. “But with that responsibility has come an overwhelming level of scrutiny, antagonism, and unfounded accusations that have now begun to take a personal toll. “In light of recent events, I have made the difficult decision to step away from the podcast. This is not a decision I take lightly, but one I believe is necessary—for my peace of mind, for my family, and for the integrity of the show itself. “I have always been committed to honest conversations, but when those conversations lead to relentless attacks and misrepresentation, it becomes clear that stepping back is the best path. “I sincerely hope this decision brings an end to the negativity surrounding my name and allows The Honest Bunch Podcast to continue thriving. I remain committed to fostering dialogue in ways that encourage meaningful engagement and growth, and I look forward to new opportunities that align with that vision. “I wish the show continued success and thank everyone who has supported me throughout this journey.” Created by Glitch Africa in 2022, The Honest Bunch Podcast is a talk show featuring four main hosts: Nedu, Husband Material, Deity Cole, and Ezinne. Punch