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Paperless civil service, finally live and drama-free
The top federal civil service boss says a paperless office is finally happening. Didi Esther Walson-Jack made the announcement at a gala in Abuja, with ministers and other officials present. She credited earlier work starting in 2017 under Winifred Oyo-Ita, then pushed further by Folasade Yemi-Esan during the pandemic. Walson-Jack noted that only three ministries were fully digital when she started in August 2024. Now, every ministry uses the Enterprise Content Management system, hitting a key target. She praised award winners for pushing through early tech problems like login failures and bad networks, sharing her own frustrating experiences. She tied the reform to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda and a Nigeria First...
No Davido, no party, he claims with zero chill
Davido posted some bold claims on his account. The Afrobeats singer, David Adeleke, stated the Nigerian music scene would be boring without his presence. He argued things would be dull as hell. This sparked a bunch of mixed reactions online, with plenty of people saying he is overrating his own importance. He has made similar statements before, telling Apple Music the whole industry basically stopped when he took a social media break after his son, Ifeanyi, died. He said even his haters were begging him to come back. He first got famous with his track Dami Duro back in 2011, around the same time other stars like Wizkid were rising. A veteran producer named Samkleff recently suggested Davido's entry actually introduced more rivalry and...
Ex-flames reignite, DeeOne claps back at Veekee James
That comedian DeeOne, real name Aderombi Adedayo, just dropped some drama. He claims fashion designer Veekee James is an ex-girlfriend. This came out after James called him unserious in a podcast interview, saying only jobless people would take him seriously. DeeOne responded with an Instagram video, calling her remarks a blast from the past. He confirmed they had a romantic thing after his Big Brother Naija stint in 2018. He described her as a correct babe but said he ended it because he felt controlled, citing requests to handle errands like picking up deliveries. He stated that her husband, Femi James, knows about their past. The comedian insisted he holds no bad blood, has moved on, and wishes them well. He apologized if he...
Movie title scandal, CAN demands Christmas respect
A major Christian group in Nigeria is pretty pissed about a new Nollywood film title. The Christian Association of Nigeria, known as CAN, called out the movie "A Very Dirty Christmas." Their president, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, released a statement calling the name offensive and disrespectful. CAN argued that Christmas represents sacred concepts like purity and redemption. Linking the holiday with the word dirty, they said, wrecks its spiritual meaning and makes a serious religious event seem cheap and crude. The association acknowledged creative freedom but insisted it needs responsibility, especially in a place with many religions like Nigeria. They questioned how the title got past the National Film and Video Censors Board, the NFVCB...
Confidence isn't noise, Wizkid taught her quiet power
Ayra Starr opened up about a key lesson from Wizkid. The Nigerian singer called him a leading legend, discussing their studio sessions. She pointed out that his whole vibe, calm and relaxed during their second meeting, showed her what real confidence looks like. She explained that watching him made it clear that confidence is not about being loud. Starr said Wizkid operates with a strong sense of purpose, completely present in his work. That demeanor taught her that true assurance is quiet and focused.
Love at first sight, now a cross-border power couple
That Tanzanian artist, Juma Jux, talked about how he connected with his Nigerian wife, Priscilla Ojo. He spilled this during a radio chat on Yanga FM Lagos. He first saw her in Rwanda, having zero clue about her celebrity status back in Nigeria. He admitted it was a total looks-based, immediate attraction thing. His whole perspective shifted once they actually started talking. He realized her communication was solid and she had other good traits, making him decide she was marriage material. He hosted her later in Zanzibar, and only when blogs picked up the story did he finally understand she was famous. Jux confirmed that tying the knot with Ojo seriously boosted his career reach, especially growing his audience across Nigeria and...
Toyosi says cheating’s not a dealbreaker, prays Jezebels away
Toyosi Etim Effiong, married to actor Daniel Etim Effiong, says cheating would not end her marriage. She talked about this on a podcast, stating infidelity alone is not a dealbreaker for her. She believes prayer and spiritual support are more important. She even started a group for entertainers' wives to pray that their husbands avoid temptation. Her view is that lasting marriages need love, patience, and strong communication from both people. It requires constant work to understand each other.
Pastor Okafor weds amid Doris Ogala drama, bride ignores red flags
Pastor Chris Okafor's wedding is causing major drama online. This follows accusations from actress Doris Ogala, who claims he left her after an eight-year relationship. She recently threatened to disrupt the ceremony and demanded a house as payment. Pictures from the actual wedding service are now circulating. Many social media users are criticizing the bride for ignoring what they call obvious red flags. Commenters pointed to the pastor's past divorce, which involved abuse allegations from his former wife. The general sentiment online questions the bride's decision, with people suggesting she believes her situation will be different. Others simply remarked on her boldness in proceeding with the marriage despite the very public...
Davido names Asake, Rema, Omah Lay as next Afrobeats GOATs
Davido just named who he thinks could be the next big legends in Afrobeats. On a recent Twitch stream, he pointed to Asake, Rema, and Omah Lay as the top male contenders. He said those three are doing exceptionally well, especially with their international reach. Davido mentioned it's amazing to see their success firsthand in places like America. He clarified he was talking about male artists, giving a nod to female stars like Tems and Ayra Starr separately. The comment feeds into the ongoing debate about the genre's future icons as it keeps growing worldwide. Davido expressed personal love and respect for all three artists he named.
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