Influencer’s Near-Death After Botched Second BBL in Mexico
A US influencer, @TheeHtxHottiee, has opened up about a harrowing experience following an “extreme” second Brazilian butt lift (BBL) performed in Mexico that almost cost her life. After a tummy tuck and BBL that ran twice as long as expected, she lost significant blood, requiring six transfusions. Her surgery resulted in an overly large buttocks […]
Trump: Iran Won’t Resume Uranium Enrichment After US Strikes
President Donald Trump asserted that Iran is unlikely to resume uranium enrichment following recent US airstrikes on its nuclear facilities. He rejected Iranian claims that key nuclear materials were relocated before the attacks, saying it was too risky and unlikely given the rapid US response. Calling the strikes a “tremendous victory,” Trump suggested the move […]
NYSC Denies Extending Rita’s Service Year Over Tinubu Criticism
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has denied extending the service year of Lagos corps member Rita Uguamaye, popularly known as Raye, over her past criticism of President Bola Tinubu and Lagos State. Rita went viral months ago for condemning economic hardship under the current administration and describing Lagos as “smelling” with “poor living conditions.” […]
Terry G Says He Made Smoking on Screen Acceptable
Nigerian singer Terry G stirred controversy after claiming he made it acceptable for artists to smoke cannabis on screen. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the “Free Madness” hitmaker wrote: “If not for my sacrifice, none of your faves would have the guts to smoke Igbo on screen.” The statement quickly sparked backlash, with […]
Ronnie McDowell Suffers Mini Stroke During Live Show
Country music legend Ronnie McDowell was hospitalized this past weekend after experiencing a mini stroke while performing live at the Summer Solstice Music Festival in Oley, Pennsylvania. The 75-year-old singer, celebrated for hits such as “Older Women” and “The King is Gone,” began slurring his speech midway through his Saturday night set. According to WKRN […]
VeryDarkMan Protests FCT Teachers’ Strike at Minister’s Gate
Controversial social media influencer Martins Vincent Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), staged an unusual protest on Monday at the gate of the FCT Minister’s residence in Abuja. His action was in response to the ongoing strike by primary school teachers in the Federal Capital Territory, which has now lasted over 90 days. The strike, […]
Blaqbonez Alleges Death Threats, Records Albums for Legacy
Nigerian rapper Blaqbonez has claimed that some unnamed music figures are threatening his life. According to him, he has recorded three more albums to keep his legacy alive, in the event of his death. The rapper revealed this after a fan questioned his statement that he won’t spend 15 years in the music industry despite […]
Favour Ofili Switches Allegiance to Turkey
Nigerian sprinter and 150m world record holder, Favour Ofili, has reportedly switched her sporting allegiance to Turkey, just months before the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. According to reports, the 22-year-old athlete informed the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) that her decision was not financially motivated, but stemmed from her long-standing dissatisfaction with how Nigerian […]
Burna Boy Announces 2025 North America Tour Dates
Burna Boy has unveiled the dates for the North American leg of his ‘No Signs of Weakness’ tour. The tour will come a few months after the release of his highly anticipated eighth album ‘No Sign of Weakness’ set for release in July 2025. The Grammy winner will be touring multiple cities across the United […]
Chelsea’s Mudryk Charged Over Failed Drugs Test
Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk has been charged by the Football Association with violating anti-doping rules after failing a drugs test. Mudryk has not played for Chelsea since November 28, following his provisional suspension by the FA for an “adverse finding in a routine urine test”. The Ukraine international at the time said he was in […]
