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Tems creates a new record on Spotify for a Nigerian female artist

On June 7, 2024, boosted by the release of her debut album 'Born In The Wild', Tems accumulated 8 million streams which is a record for a Nigerian female artist.

Tems achieved her greatest Spotify streaming day on June 7, 2024, the day after her debut album “Born In The Wild” was released. Tems recorded 5.33 million global streams on the first day of her first album, placing her second behind Ayra Starr, who recorded 6.3 opening day streams for her newly released sophomore album, […]

Oriental derby abandoned as Enyimba protests penalty decision

it was a catastrophic and abrupt end to the oriental derby between Enugu Rangers and Enyimba International, after the game was abandoned following a late penalty call.

It was a catastrophic and abrupt end to the oriental derby between Enugu Rangers and Enyimba International, after the game was abandoned following a late penalty call. The Week 35 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) match, which was a title decider, saw Enyimba player abandon the game, and fans invaded the pitch, after a penalty […]

Stage Play “GOWON” to Depict Life and Legacy of Former Nigerian Military Head of State

A captivating stage play titled “GOWON,” portraying the life and legacy of retired General Yakubu Gowon, Nigeria’s former military head of state, is set to be staged in Lagos from August 24 to August 25

A captivating stage play titled “GOWON,” portraying the life and legacy of retired General Yakubu Gowon, Nigeria’s former military head of state, is set to be staged in Lagos from August 24 to August 25. This production is brought to life by the Duke of Shomolu Foundation, with the script penned by the esteemed Prof. Ahmed Yerima, who will […]

Tems Releases Debut Album “Born in the Wild”

On June 7, 2024, boosted by the release of her debut album 'Born In The Wild', Tems accumulated 8 million streams which is a record for a Nigerian female artist.

Nigerian singer Tems has officially released her debut album, *Born in the Wild*, through RCA Records/Since 93′.  The 18-track album includes the pre-released singles “Me & U” and “Love Me JeJe,” the latter of which features an interpolation of Seyi Sodimu’s 1997 classic of the same name. To support the release, Tems is embarking on […]

Caf admits Wafcon and Afcon ‘scheduling nightmare’

Organisers of Africa’s premier men’s and women’s international football tournaments have admitted they face a “scheduling nightmare”, but dates for forthcoming editions are closer to being agreed.

Organisers of Africa’s premier men’s and women’s international football tournaments have admitted they face a “scheduling nightmare”, but dates for forthcoming editions are closer to being agreed. General Secretary of the Confederation of African Football (Caf), Veron Mosengo-Omba in an interview, promised that an announcement on the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) in […]

Afrobeats Star Ruger Drops Two New Singles, Prepares for European Tour

Nigerian dancehall sensation Ruger has bolstered his impressive discography with the release of two brand-new singles, "Luv Again" and "Make Way." 

Nigerian dancehall sensation Ruger has bolstered his impressive discography with the release of two brand-new singles, “Luv Again” and “Make Way.”  These tracks, which dropped on June 5, 2024, mark the beginning of what promises to be an eventful summer for the Afrobeats star, known for his infectious rhythms and catchy melodies. Ruger, who burst […]

D’banj Expresses Gratitude to Don Jazzy as He Celebrates 20-Year Music Journey

Nigerian singer and rapper, Oladapo Oyebanjo, with the stage name “D’banj”, said his 20 years music journey would not have been complete without his business partner, Michael Ajereh, popularly known as “Don Jazzy”.

Nigerian singer and rapper, Oladapo Oyebanjo, with the stage name “D’banj”, said his 20 years music journey would not have been complete without his business partner, Michael Ajereh, popularly known as “Don Jazzy”. 41-year-old D’banj took to his Instagram page on Tuesday with a display of a video to appreciate Don Jazzy and invite him […]

Stranded Super Eagles Players Arrive in Uyo for World Cup Qualifiers

The Nigeria Football Federation, has confirmed that the stranded Super Eagles players in Lagos and Abuja had arrived Uyo, capital of Akwa Ibom.

The Nigeria Football Federation, has confirmed that the stranded Super Eagles players in Lagos and Abuja had arrived Uyo, capital of Akwa Ibom. Its Director of Communications, Ademola Olajire, in a statement said that the quintet of defenders Semi Ajayi, Bright Osayi-Samuel and Calvin Bassey, midfielder Frank Onyeka and forward Paul Onuachu were already in […]