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Popular Nigerian singer, Joeboy has said that Afrobeats is currently ongoing through renaissance, emphasising that the genre is being purged of adulterated music.

Speaking midway into his performance at his sold-out Valentine’s Day show in Lagos, the ‘Faji’ crooner explained that Afrobeats was returning to “real music.”

He added that “wack music no longer have a place in the genre.

“Afrobeats right now is going through a purge. We are getting back to the times where real music is going to stay – no more gimmicking and all of that.

“I can feel it already and I am happy that we are getting back to those zones where the music speaks. I thank God for that,” he expressed.

DAILY POST recalls that at the beginning of the 2020s decade, the Nigerian music industry saw a heavy fusion of Afrobeats with other genres, especially South Africa’s Amapiano, American hip-hop and R&B.

This led to critics calling for a return to “original Afrobeats”, claiming that the fusion of foreign genres, often intended to cater for a global audience, has diluted Afrobeats.

The situation started changing in 2024 when some Nigerians artists began making “real Afrobeats” again and stopped infusing too much of Amapiano in their sounds.

Many Nigerian music buffs have hailed this as a move in the right direction, even though they admitted that it would take some time for Afrobeats to fully recover its original rhythm.

Afrobeats currently going through purge, returning to real music – Joeboy

Ex-Big Brother Naija housemate and comedian, DeeOne, has called out former presidential candidate of the Labor Party, Peter Obi, for his lack of willingness to spend money on his political ambition.

DeeOne spoke in a viral Instagram video on Saturday morning, while reacting to the emergence of the City Boy Movement – a political support group for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027.

The movement which was established by the President’s son, Seyi Tinubu, has some top supporters of Peter Obi as its coordinators and directors in most of the South-East states.

Reacting to the development, comedian DeeOne advised Peter Obi to step up his game by being willing to spend money, noting that some of his agents in the 2023 election were being fed by other political parties at the poling unit.

While condemning his popular slang of “We no dey give shishi”, DeeOne noted that Peter Obi cannot win 2027 presidential election with sympathy votes.

He said: “If you want Mr Peter Obi to do well in the coming 2027 election, let us tell him the truth. You cannot win presidential election with sympathy votes. It may have given him some leverage in the last election, but in the 2027 election, it is not going to work.

“I’m not saying that you should not buy groundnuts Mr Peter Obi, I’m not saying that you should not price groundnuts but all those strategies will not work again. The worst Mr Peter Obi will make or anybody supporting him will make is to look down on this City Boy movement. Look at what they’re doing, it’s not a joke. Presidential election no be cho cho cho. You have to show workings.

“In the last election in the US, Donald Trump spent $66 million of his own money. The government is only saying no to vote buying, no be campaign. Just imagine, Labor Party agents during the last election did not see water to drink at poling unit. They did not see food to chop, what kind of thing is that? If Mr Peter Obi does not have his own money to spend on his own ambition, then he should call his own followers and ask them to donate and he will give account of how he spent the money. No be say, you go say eeh we no dey spend shi shi.

“You no dey spend shi shi, are you the one on the field. Are you risking your life to count the vote? People are doing that, at least they should get something to eat. Do you know that it was other parties that gave Labor Party agents food and water to drink during the last election. Or should we bring out evidence? Come on, my people, telling Mr Peter Obi the truth doesn’t mean you don’t like him. It only means that you want him to do well in the next election.”

Watch him speak

2027: Peter Obi can’t win presidential election with sympathy votes – Comedian DeeOne

Nigerian singer, Rema’s debut album ‘Rave & Roses’ has ended its record as the longest-charting African album on Billboard World Albums Chart, hitting a milestone of 170 weeks on the chart.

Rave Roses broke the record, which was preciously held by Wizkid’s ‘Made In Lagos’ (164 weeks) last year.

Other longest-charting African projects on chart include Tems’ ‘Born In The Wild’ (79 weeks), Burna Boy’s ‘Love, Damini’ (63 weeks), and the legendary Fela’s ‘The Best Of The Black President’ (45 weeks).

Meanwhile, Rema earned his second Billboard Hot 100 chart entry this week with ‘Secondhand’ with Don Toliver debuting at 29.

His compatriot, Tems also debuted on new song ‘What You Need’ on Hot 100 this week, bringing her total to seven, a joint African record with Burna Boy and South African group Seether.

Rema breaks Wizkid’s record for longest-charting African album on Billboard World Albums

Afrobeats singer, Davido (David Adeleke) has announced his decision to discontinue the ongoing custody case involving his daughter, Imade, while voicing strong displeasure over what transpired during court proceedings.

In a post shared on X late Friday, the artiste clarified that he never sought sole custody of his daughter, contrary to widespread speculation.

According to him, his request was strictly for joint custody.

“I never asked for full custody … I asked for joint custody. Nobody won, nobody lost but Imade … so I don’t know why some pple r celebrating. There’s nothing to celebrate,” he wrote.

Davido further disclosed that he opted to withdraw from the case after what he described as an unacceptable turn during courtroom exchanges. He alleged that references were made to his late son, which he described as deeply distressing.

“I’ve decided to drop the case because … until she brought out her last card! MY DECEASED SON! THAT’S A NO NO! Lowest blow!” he stated.

He added that his actions were driven by love and responsibility toward his daughter, stressing that his efforts would not go unnoticed in the future.

“My daughter will grow up knowing I fought for her … let’s move on. One love!” he wrote.

The singer also took to his Instagram story to criticise the opposing legal team, alleging unprofessional conduct during the proceedings.

“I disgraced you in the courtroom … I was teaching you your work … and then went on to mention my son. Like I said in the courtroom, I pray you never go through what me and my wife have gone through ever,” Davido wrote.

These reactions followed earlier posts by Lagos-based legal practitioner, Maruf Muhammed, who had drawn public attention to what he described as tense moments at the Lagos State High Court, Yaba.

“Davido in High Court, Yaba now! Come and see drama in court. The lawyer made 001 lose his patience during cross-examination o! Be you never so high, the law is above you,” Muhammed posted.

When queried by another user about the matter before the court, it was clarified that the session related to the custody of Davido’s daughter, Imade.

Imade was recently spotted spending quality time with her father following her triumph at a talent competition, a moment that delighted fans and reinforced the shared commitment of both parents to her well-being.

The long-standing custody clash between Davido and his daughter’s mother remains under the spotlight, as fans and well-wishers suggested peaceful co-parenting.

Davido withdraws from custody case, loses legal fight for daughter

Popular Nollywood actress, Kemisola Apesin, known as Kemity or Sidi, has
denied allegations that she slept with her male colleague in exchange for movie roles.

Kemity’s reaction came after her involvement in the ongoing public fight between actor Itele, who is Kemity’s boss and Austin Emmanuel.

DAILY POST recalls that Austin Emmanuel who has been away from the screen for years had called out Itele, his long time friend for betraying him due to his downfall.

In response, Itele denied friendship with Austin, claiming he was already a producer before he met him.

His response angered Austin who explained that a senior colleague, Don Richard brought Itele to him when he was still at his prime before his downfall.

Weighing into the controversy, Kemity warned Austin to stop dragging her boss, and threatened to expose his secret.

Reacting to Kemity, actor Austin’s followers in the industry you witnessed when Itele was following Austin some years ago, criticised Kemity, accused her of sleeping with people for roles, and threatened to share more secrets if she ever interfered again.

However, Kemity, who has been quiet about the issue since the threat from Austin camp, took to Instagram on Friday to deny ever having sex with anyone for roles.

She wrote, “There’s something I need to clear respectfully I’ve never used my body or slept with anyone to get featured in any film, or exchanged sex for an opportunity. Nobody should let anyone deceive them because of social media noise,” she wrote.

Actress Kemity denies sleeping with colleagues for movie roles

Amara, the second daughter of the founder of Grace Nation Bible Ministry, Pastor Chris Okafor, is set to press charges against him over alleged assault.

This is coming amid his controversial feud with actress Doris Ogala.

DAILY POST reports that Doris had called him out last December for not fulfilling his marriage promise to her after eight years of their intimate relationship.

The actress further accused the clergyman of sleeping with married church members, among other allegations.

In response, Okafor arrested the actress.

Sharing her experience in police detention after her release, Doris rejected the alleged $10,000 settlement fee from the pastor after her private moment with him at the police station.

However, in an updated post on her Instagram page on Friday, Doris disclosed that Amara is now ready to press charges against Okafor for physically assaulting her.

Sharing several videos of how Amara was allegedly assaulted, Doris claimed that Amara was stabbed multiple times after confronting Okafor for bringing home married church members.

Doris, who claimed to have a close relationship with Amara, accused Okafor of stripping her naked while beating her.

She wrote, along with the assault video:

“This is Amara, Chris Okafor’s second daughter. How can a father do this to his own daughter? Haba, this is too much.

“Amarachi witnessed a lot of atrocities going on at their house, bringing different church members. This particular one has to do with the mother of his current wife. Not knowing there was a camera planted. God.

“I will tell the full gist later. He beat up Amara, got her naked, stabbed her everywhere. This is an attempted murder gush, just because she caught you sleeping with a married church member. THANK GOD AMARA IS READY TO PRESS CHARGES NOW,” she revealed.

Pastor Chris Okafor’s daughter to press charges against him for alleged assault – Doris claims

Nigerian skitmaker and musician, Nasiru Lawal, popularly known as Nasboi, has revealed that he recently went through a traumatising heartbreak.

The ‘Short Skirt’ crooner explained that heartbreak was “real” and he felt it firsthand.

He added that he wouldn’t be giving love another chance anytime soon due to the traumatising heartbreak.

He, however, did not reveal who the mystery lover was or what led to the heartbreak.

On his X handle, Nasboi wrote, “Heart break is real. Felt that. Love again? Not anytime soon.”

His post earned sympathy from followers who encouraged him to consider therapy and other activities to ease him through this phase.

Others urged him not to give up on love despite his terrible experience.

I won’t date again anytime soon – Nasboi says after heartbreak

The family of actor, Pete Edochie, has contacted Department of State Services, DSS, for the arrest of a Tiktoker that posted the rumours of his death.

The development came after Pete Edochie’s family and his management debunked viral report about his death.

DAILY POST reports that the actor’s first son, Leo Edochie had in a viral video on his Instagram page, tagged the news as a lie from the pit of hell.

However, in a Facebook post on Thursday evening, Leo disclosed that he had contacted the DSS for the arrest of the Tiktoker who announced his father’s death.

Leo also announced reward for anyone with useful information that can aid his arrest.

While posting a photo of the Tiktoker, Leo wrote “This young man posted a video on tiktok that our father is dead. His handle is @ONE_BOR 001.

“Anyone with information that will lead to his arrest will be handsomely rewarded in cash. I have contacted DSS and they are on his trail.

“DM me with the information, as soon as he is arrested, you will get your reward in cash.”

DSS on his trail – Pete Edochie’s family seeks arrest of Tiktoker over death news

Controversial Nigerian singer, Portable, has called out the late Alaafin of Oyo’s wife, Queen Dammy, for denying their relationship in public.

DAILY POST reports that Portable and Queen Dammy broke up in December 2024 after their messy online fight.

While dragging Queen Dammy on social media, Portable took a jab at Ibadan, Oyo state where the Queen hails from, boasting that he brought her out from the city’s poor housing standards and rented a POP ceiling apartment for her in a more civilised city.

His remarks about Ibadan City sparked backslash from the indigene who banned him from performing in their land.

Little was heard about the duo after the controversy that ended in January 2025, until Portable in a fresh verbal attack this week, called out Queen Dammy for claiming he no longer exist in her life.

Queen Dammy made the statement a few days ago while searching for love during a TikTok live session with popular streamer, Salo.

However speaking in video on social media, Portable who feel betrayed, disclosed that they reconciled after she begged him but decided to keep their relationship away from social media.

While accusing Queen Dammy of lying, Portable explained that she is currently living in an apartment he rented for her, stating that he slept with her the night before she denied him .

He said “Imagine Salo asking Queen Dammy about me a few days ago, and she said I didn’t exist. This was some I had sex with all through the night before she went live. In fact we were together on the bed. I ask her why she was denying me. Does she not want people to know we are back together? And she couldn’t say anything.

“This is someone that is supposed to beg Ibadan people to forgive me and tell them that I’m still responsible for her upkeep and needs, but she denied me. I accepted her back after she came to beg me. Any woman that leaves me can never find a husband again”, portable said.

We’re still together’ – Portable calls out Queen Dammy for denying him in public

Nigerian singer, Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, and his wife, Natasha Osawaru, have publicly dedicated their newborn son in a church ceremony.

The intimate but celebratory dedication took place over the weekend, attended by close family members and friends.

A video cited by DAILY POST on social media showed the couple dancing joyfully toward the altar while carrying their baby, with relatives following behind, clapping, and celebrating the moment.

The ceremony comes barely three months after the couple welcomed their first child together in November 2025, following their traditional wedding earlier in the year.

In the footage, 2Baba was seen in a simple, elegant outfit, calm and reflective, occasionally smiling as he stood beside Natasha.

At one point, Natasha handed their baby to the officiating minister for prayers as members of the congregation looked on.

Despite the lingering public attention on his high-profile divorce from Annie Idibia, 2Baba appeared composed throughout the dedication, focusing entirely on his wife and newborn son.

The heartwarming event has sparked excitement online.

2Baba, wife Natasha celebrate child dedication