Author: Chioma Ugo Nwachukwu

  • Olamide introduces new artistic alter ego on Instagram

    Olamide introduces new artistic alter ego on Instagram

    Olamide has introduced a new artistic alter ego on Instagram, sharing a separate page featuring his artwork and videos of himself creating new paintings.

    The rapper tagged the new page in a recent Instagram post, alongside several pieces of artwork and clips showing him working on paintings.

    “I got tired of waiting for Baddo to complete his project, so I’m now working with this guy,” Olamide wrote in the post.

    The new page appears to mark a separate creative outlet for Olamide, focused on his visual art alongside his music.

  • Mavo apologises for past tweets about Davido, Rema, Ayra Starr, Erica Nlewedim and others

    Mavo apologises for past tweets about Davido, Rema, Ayra Starr, Erica Nlewedim and others

    Mavo has apologised for past tweets about Davido, Rema, Ayra Starr, Erica and other celebrities after the posts recently resurfaced online.

    One of the resurfaced tweets was posted in September 2020 while Erica was a contestant on Big Brother Naija. Mavo wrote, “I hate this Erica babe Fr fr.” After the post resurfaced, Erica quoted the tweet, replying, “Lol wow but you were nice to me when we met.”

    Mavo also previously described Ayra Starr as “mid.” The pair have since collaborated on the remix of Mavo’s breakout single “Escaladizzy.”

    Since breaking out in 2025, Mavo has also collaborated with Davido on “Nakupenda” and the remix of “Shakabulizzy.”

    Addressing his past criticism, Mavo said he was “a bad entertainment critic” when he started university and eventually stopped focusing on criticism to concentrate on his music.

    “My criticism sadly unfortunately & unintentionally hurt quite a number of people & i’m honestly sorry,” he wrote. Mavo added that he has met many of the people he previously criticised and found them to be “amazing people,” describing his earlier views as a “misjudgment.”

    He concluded his post with, “let love lead.”

  • Davido, Fally Ipupa and Rema to headline Afro Nation Portugal 2027

    Davido, Fally Ipupa and Rema to headline Afro Nation Portugal 2027

    Davido, Fally Ipupa and Rema have been announced as headliners for Afro Nation Portugal 2027, scheduled for June 9–11 at Praia da Rocha in Portimão, Portugal.

    The lineup also includes Omah Lay, Shenseea, Odeal, Valiant, Victony, Bamby, Miimii KDS and South Gidi Experience on the Lit stage. GIMS has also been announced as a special guest.

    The Piano People stage will feature Kabza De Small, TxC, Dlala Thukzin, 031 Choppa, 2woBunnies, Young Stunna, Zee Nxumalo and others. The Afrotronic stage lineup includes Caiiro, Djeff, Jamiie, Aniko and JNR SA.

    The 2027 edition will take place earlier than the festival’s usual July dates. Afro Nation has confirmed that the three-day event will return to Praia da Rocha, with tickets already on sale.

  • Grammy-winning producer Slikk Muzik names newborn daughter Ayra Starr

    Grammy-winning producer Slikk Muzik names newborn daughter Ayra Starr

    American Grammy-winning producer Slikk Muzik has welcomed a baby girl and named her Ayra Starr.

    The producer shared photos of his newborn daughter on Instagram Stories, writing “Ayra Starr Offord 09.21.26. Daddy love you 4L” alongside the first picture.

    In another post, the baby is seen wearing a white wool onesie with “Ayra” written in pink across the front, paired with a pink headband featuring a large bow.

    Nigerian singer Ayra Starr reposted Slikk Muzik’s posts on her Instagram Story.

    The baby was born on September 21, 2026.

  • Davido and  Dangote unveil the Dangote billboard in Times Square, New York

    Davido and  Dangote unveil the Dangote billboard in Times Square, New York

    Davido joined Aliko Dangote and members of his family in New York for the unveiling of a Dangote Petroleum Refinery billboard in Times Square.

    The digital billboard carries the message “Made in Nigeria. Built for the World” alongside images of the refinery. Dangote was pictured at the Times Square display with his daughters Fatima Aliko-Dangote and Mariya Aliko-Dangote, as well as other members of the company’s leadership team.

    Fatima and Mariya are both Group Executive Directors at Dangote Industries Limited, overseeing commercial operations across different areas of the business. Davido was also photographed with Dangote, Fatima and Mariya during the New York appearance.

    The Times Square unveiling comes days after Rema shared screenshots of a video call with Dangote on his Instagram Story. The post came as Dangote Petroleum Refinery’s initial public offering opened in Nigeria on September 14, with 4.1 billion ordinary shares offered at ₦525 each.

    The refinery’s public offer is scheduled to close on October 13.

  • Central Cee walks the runway for Burberry during London Fashion Week

    Central Cee walks the runway for Burberry during London Fashion Week

    Central Cee walked the runway for Burberry’s Spring/Summer 2027 show during London Fashion Week on September 21. photographed the rapper presenting a look during the show at Chelsea College of Arts.

    The Burberry presentation, led by creative director Daniel Lee, closed the official London Fashion Week schedule. The show featured new prints by British textile artist Celia Birtwell, with David Bowie’s music used for the runway soundtrack.

    Central Cee was joined on the guest list by Tems, Jorja Smith, Skepta, Gemma Chan, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Jason Statham, Jonathan Bailey, Jodie Turner-Smith, Fiona Shaw, Romeo Beckham and Kim Turnbull, among others.

    Tems attended the show after appearing at H&M’s presentation earlier in London Fashion Week and the SKIMS flagship opening. She was photographed arriving at Burberry on September 21.

  • Tems attends Burberry show during London Fashion Week

    Tems attends Burberry show during London Fashion Week

    Tems attended Burberry’s Spring/Summer 2027 show during London Fashion Week on September 21.

    The Nigerian singer wore black trousers with a matching black crop top and a white wool long coat for the show.

    She was among a number of high-profile guests at the Burberry presentation, including Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Jason Statham, Gemma Chan, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Romeo Beckham and Kim Turnbull, Jodie Turner-Smith, Iris Law, and Stephen Graham with his wife Hannah.

    The appearance comes during Tems’ run of London Fashion Week events. She previously attended H&M’s show on September 17 and was pictured at the opening of SKIMS’ first international flagship in London.

    Burberry’s SS27 presentation closed the official London Fashion Week schedule, which ran from September 17 to 21.

  • MatGrooves releases new instrumental “Loving Mood”

    MatGrooves releases new instrumental “Loving Mood”

    Independent artist, bassist and producer MatGrooves has released “Loving Mood,” an instrumental track combining Afro-grooves with melodic hip-hop.

    The track draws on bass-led rhythms and organic textures, reflecting MatGrooves’ approach to instrumental production.

    “Loving Mood” is available on streaming platforms.

  • ALEXATOR releases new instrumental “Through the Fire”

    ALEXATOR releases new instrumental “Through the Fire”

    ALEXATOR has released “Through the Fire,” an instrumental track combining electronic rock, trance and electric guitar.

    The track is built around electronic production and guitar-led sections, with a high-energy arrangement that moves between rock and trance influences.

    ALEXATOR is an electronic music project with a numbered catalogue of releases, with each track forming part of an ongoing series.

    “Through the Fire” is available on streaming platforms.

  • Jazah releases new single “Sundress” featuring Reid Mitch

    Jazah releases new single “Sundress” featuring Reid Mitch

    Jazah has released a new single, “Sundress,” featuring Reid Mitch.

    The track sits between Afro House and dance music, combining a melodic electronic arrangement with soulful vocals and a relaxed feel.

    “Sundress” is available on streaming platforms.