Grammy recipient Burna Boy rejected suggestions that Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti inspired his musical career during discussions with tennis champion Roger Federer. The Nigerian artist acknowledged that Fela's recordings shaped his early years but denied drawing creative inspiration from them. His first album came as a tenth birthday present featuring R&B performer Joe's music. Burna Boy obtained Fela's work through his grandfather Benson Idonjie, who served as the Afrobeat pioneer's original manager.
The musician also referenced Lil Wayne's Tha Carter III and Tupac's Makaveli as childhood soundtrack elements. Federer inquired about which recordings impacted him most significantly. Burna Boy responded that none affected him directly while...
Nollywood actress Eniola Ajao announced legal action against blogger Adabasioni Oluwefemi Aseoro for sharing burial footage. The video from actor Odunlade Adekola's father's ceremony showed the actress behaving unusually after greeting Odunlade's wife. Online critics interpreted her conduct as evidence of a romantic relationship with the married actor. Ajao rejected these claims as character assassination attempts.
The court convicted Aseoro of criminal defamation and cyberbullying under Nigerian Cyber Crime legislation. Ajao accused him of manipulating the original footage to support false narratives about her personal life. Authorities detained the blogger at Ikoyi Prison for two weeks following his conviction. He subsequently issued...
Nigerian artist Skales recounted his impoverished upbringing during a recent podcast appearance. The musician described living with his educator mother in primitive housing conditions throughout his youth in Kaduna. Their family occupied a basic hut before relocating to servant quarters, where they rested on floor mats without proper bedding. His mother would lay fabric across the ground as makeshift sleeping arrangements.
The performer revealed his first television experience occurred after joining Banky W's Empire Mates Entertainment label. He expressed amazement at having personal access to the device within his living space. Skales repeatedly activated and deactivated the television out of wonder at the technology. The artist views...
Grammy-winning Nigerian musician Damini Ogulu, known professionally as Burna Boy, selected his three greatest football players during a discussion on the Complex YouTube series. The afrobeat artist chose former Nigeria captain Austin Okocha, Brazilian legend Ronaldinho, and current Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen. His selections notably omitted Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, who collectively hold 13 Ballon d'Or trophies between them. The musician's preferences may reflect his national pride, though both Okocha and Ronaldinho earned recognition as exceptionally skilled players during their careers at Paris Saint-Germain.
Paul Okoye responded with legal threats after social media accusations emerged following his wife's birthday celebration photos. The P-Square member faced allegations from Twitter users regarding inappropriate conduct with household staff. Online critics made serious claims about the musician's behavior toward domestic workers during his previous marriage.
Okoye promised to pursue the accusers through all available legal channels and resources. He stated his intention to make an example of those spreading the allegations. The targeted social media user subsequently removed both Twitter and Instagram profiles after the singer's public response. Fans had alerted Okoye to the damaging posts circulating on the platform.
Nigerian artist Tiwa Savage revealed the true circumstances behind her private video scandal during a recent broadcast interview. The performer explained that her former romantic partner deliberately shared intimate footage as part of a wager with his associates. She initially believed the distribution occurred accidentally when he attempted to save the recording on his device. The revelation comes four years after the controversial material circulated widely across social media platforms in 2021.
President Mnangagwa distributed agricultural equipment to war veterans through a new mechanisation initiative this Thursday in Harare. One hundred tractors reached beneficiaries nationwide as part of ongoing efforts to support liberation struggle veterans. The programme emerged after veterans requested farming equipment during meetings with the President.
Minister Dr Anxious Masuka explained that additional tractors will arrive in future shipments through an AFC bank facility arrangement. Veterans expressed gratitude for receiving the machinery and praised the President's commitment to their welfare. The tractor distribution follows the establishment of the Presidential War Veterans Fund designed to help freedom fighters develop...
African leaders demanded United Nations reforms during the 80th General Assembly in New York. Multiple presidents called for the removal of sanctions against Zimbabwe, Cuba, and Venezuela. Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah requested equal African representation on the Security Council. She described these economic measures as violations of the UN Charter that perpetuate global injustice.
Kenyan President William Ruto emphasized that the organization must adapt to current worldwide challenges. He stressed the need for structural changes to address conflicts, climate disasters, and growing inequality. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa condemned the weaponization of trade by powerful nations. The September 22-30 summit...
David Mupatsi received burial honors at Chinhoyi Provincial Heroes Acre following his death on September 21. The liberation war veteran earned recognition for his patriotic service to Zimbabwe. His widow expressed gratitude to President Mnangagwa for granting this distinguished honor to her late husband. Government officials encouraged young citizens to follow Mupatsi's example by avoiding substance abuse.
Born in Buhera during 1958, he attended Betera Primary School before joining the freedom struggle in 1977. The veteran used the war name Bvumazvipere during combat operations against colonial forces. After Zimbabwe gained independence in 1980, Mupatsi served with the national army until retirement in 1997. He then pursued farming...
