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Nigerian music stars, Seun Kuti and Peter Okoye, aka Mr P of the defunct P-Square, have resolved their feud.

DAILY POST recalls that musicians traded words over the 2023 elections with the reason for the tirade being the Labour Party’s candidate, Peter Obi.

The feud started after Kuti called Obi an “opportunist,” and Peter fired back by questioning Kuti’s relevance and success as an artist, leading to a messy social media war.

The duo appeared to have buried the hatchet as they were spotted hugging each other at a Lagos club recently.

“We are artistes, we can’t be fighting over politicians,” Kuti was heard saying to Okoye, who concurred and shook him.

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‘We can’t be fighting over politicians’ – Peter Okoye, Seun Kuti resolve feud

Celebrity Nigerian cryptocurrency entrepreneur, Linus Williams Ifejirika, popularly known as Blord, has issued a cease and desist letter to VeryDarkMan, stopping him from using the name “Ratel”.

Blord made the development known in a now trending post on his Instagram page after trademarking “Ratel” as his business brand name.

Speaking in a public statement shared on his Instagram story, Blord stated that VeryDarkMan can only make use of the name after getting his approval.

He wrote, “I have directed my SAN to issue a cease and desist to VDM to stop using my brand name ‘Ratel’. He will have to get an approval from me henceforth before using that name Ratel.”

The development has continued to spark mixed reactions on social media.

DAILY POST reports that this came amid the ongoing fight between the two celebrities on social media.

Their fight began in October 2025 after VeryDarkMan, a popular social media critic, visited China to help some Nigerian business owners get cheap goods and supplier contacts.

While in China, VeryDarkMan accused Blord of business fraud and overpricing of modified gadgets. The fight escalated when he allegedly petitioned the police to investigate Blord business practice.

Ratel is the recognised name that VeryDarkMan gave to his loyal supporters online.

Blord trademarks ‘Ratel’, issues cease and desist to VeryDarkMan

After closing out 2025 with the release of “Praise the Lord” featuring Magnito, Jesse Flames enters the new year with renewed clarity and purpose, continuing to build a body of work rooted in intention rather than noise. In a moment where Afrobeats is moving faster and louder than ever, his approach remains measured and deliberate, prioritizing meaning, craft, and longevity over momentary attention. The official music video arrives January 10.

Following the momentum of his breakout single “FLEX,” “Praise the Lord” represents a shift from celebration to grounding. Reflective and soulful, the record centers gratitude, growth, and perspective, capturing a quieter confidence that resonates beyond a single moment.

“This song is about recognizing the full picture,” Jesse shares. “The work people see and the work they don’t. The lessons, the setbacks, the growth.”

The collaboration with Magnito, a respected voice in Nigerian hip hop known for his sharp lyricism and cultural authenticity, adds depth and weight to the record, reinforcing its themes of resilience, faith, and self reflection.

Released in December at the height of Detty December, “Praise the Lord” became a natural soundtrack for both celebration and reflection as the year came to a close. With the video arriving in January, the record takes on new meaning, opening the year as a tone setter rather than a reset.

Born in the United States, raised in Festac, Lagos, and now based in London, Jesse Flames brings a global perspective to his sound, blending Afrobeats, hip hop, and melodic soul into something sleek and intentional. His music reflects lived experience and cultural nuance rather than trend chasing.

With over 11 million streams, performances at O2 Brixton Academy and OVO Arena Wembley, and coverage from The Guardian and Business Post Nigeria, Jesse’s rise has been steady and self made. Looking ahead to 2026 and 2027, he is preparing for collaborations with Ice Prince, M.I Abaga, and Smurlee.

“Praise the Lord” ft. Magnito is available now on all streaming platforms.

Listen to “Praise the Lord” ft. Magnito

https://ditto.fm/praise_the_lord_9b4d3b26

Jesse Flames opens 2026 with ‘Praise the Lord’ featuring Magnito