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Popular singer, Chidinma Ekile has revealed that before transitioning from secular music to the gospel genre, she “ran away” from Nigeria.

Speaking at a recent Eezee Conceptz event, Chidinma explained that she travelled abroad and wanted to secure permanent residency because she didn’t want to return to Nigeria, but failed.

She revealed that while she was abroad, the CEO of Eezee Conceptz was the only person calling her from Nigeria, so she decided to work with him upon her return.

“I travelled. I ran away from Nigeria. I was processing my papers not to come back to Nigeria, but for some reason, it didn’t work.

“While I was abroad, the CEO of Eezee Conceptz was the only one who was calling me from Nigeria. He kept encouraging me, and I found the strength to come back to Nigeria. When I came back, I asked him to give me a gospel music contract because I want to spend time with God. And he gave me a contract that even my lawyer said seemed like a charity,” Chidinma stated.

The music star added that she didn’t transition into gospel music because she wanted to make gospel, but because she wanted a serious relationship with God.

I ran away from Nigeria, never wanted to come back – Singer Chidinma

Nigerian rapper, Emeka Akumefule, popularly known as Blaqbonez, has stated that travelling abroad and getting exposure made him realise how far behind Nigeria is in terms of development compared to other countries.

The music star said Nigeria is “hectic”, adding that he doesn’t want to spend the rest of his life living in Nigeria.

He, however, admitted that the Nigerian society motivates him to work harder.

Speaking in a recent episode of The Zeze Millz Show, Blaqbonez said he wished Nigeria was better as a country.

He said, “Nigeria is hectic, but it is still home. When you go to other countries, you will realise how far we are from where we should be. But the vibe and energy are still there. There is a hustle spirit that comes with being Nigerian. I really wish the country was better.”

Blaqbonez added, “I don’t want to spend the rest of my life living in Nigeria. I don’t think that there is any successful person who wants to live in Nigeria after retirement. Maybe there are some people. But the way I picture my retirement is living in a big ranch and raising some animals. That is not a thing that is in Nigeria.”

Travelling abroad made me realise Nigeria is far behind – Blaqbonez

Nigerian Afrobeat musician, Ayo Balogun, famously known as Wizkid, has made history as the first artiste in Africa to hit 12 billion Spotify streams.

The announcement was made on Monday by WizStatz, a music statistics account on X.

Tagging Wizkid’s handle, WizStatz wrote, “WIZKID (@wizkidayo) becomes the first African Artist to surpass 12 Billion Streams On Spotify Across All Credits.”

The figures include every song credited to Wizkid as his solo releases, as well as collaborations and guest appearances on tracks by other artistes.

DAILY POST reports that the 12 billion milestone came after the singer became the first African to hit 11 billion Spotify streams across all credits in May 2026.

Wizkid sets record as first African singer to hit 12 billion Spotify Streams

Nigerian singer Omah Stanley Didia, popularly known as Omah Lay, has postponed his world tour after sustaining a serious injury.

In a brief statement shared via his X handle on Monday, Omah Lay explained that he is currently battling a knee ligament injury and wants to focus on recovery over the next four to six weeks.

He wrote, “I’m heartbroken to share that due to a knee ligament injury, all Clarity Of Mind Tour dates from October 30th onwards are postponed as I focus on recovery over the next 4–6 weeks.”

The singer didn’t reveal the cause of the injury but promised to announce new dates of the world tour upon recovery.

Singer Omah Lay postpones world tour following knee injury

Nigerian Afrobeat star, Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, professionally known as Burna Boy, has made history as the first Nigerian to present an award at the Ballon d’Or ceremony.

He made history after handing out the 2026 Sócrates Award to English footballer, Bukayo Saka.

Burna presented the award to Saka on Monday, October 26, 2026, at the Palladium Theatre in London, UK.

Speaking about his football academy before the award presentation, the singer stated, “Hopefully, inshallah, one day I’ll come back here to see one of my people getting an award in Ballon d’Or.”

The singer attended the ceremony after his halftime show performance at the 2026 National Football League in Paris.

Burna’s appearance at the Ballon d’Or ceremony after his performance with Shakira at the FIFA World Cup final adds to his growing presence at major international sporting events.

DAILY POST reports that Burna Boy launched his football academy in Lagos, Nigeria, in August 2024.

https://dailypost.ng/2024/08/12/burna-boy-launches-football-academy-in-lagos-video/

Burna Boy makes history as first Nigerian to present award at Ballon d’Or ceremony

Renowned music executive Michael Collins Ajereh, popularly known as Don Jazzy, has explained that being signed to his record label doesn’t guarantee global success.

Speaking in a recent livestream with popular forex trader, Habby Forex, Don Jazzy said that the music business is risky even though it is not as volatile as forex trading.

He pointed out that not every artist he signed to his record label would become a global star and make a lot of money for the label.

The Mavin Records boss noted that as long as an artist is better than they were before they joined the label, that is already a success for them.

“The forex market is just something I do for fun. Music still takes most of my time, and my other businesses are not as volatile and risky as the forex market. But not every artist I signed will become global. Just like in trading, there is risk in the music business, too. But to us, as long as you are better today than yesterday as an artist, you are a success,” he said.

Don Jazzy has nurtured or played significant roles in the careers of some Nigerian artists who rose to global prominence, such as D’Banj, Tiwa Savage, Rema, and most recently, Ayra Starr.

Not every artist I signed will become global – Don Jazzy

Nigerian actress and DJ, Dorcas Shola Fapson, popularly known as Ms. DSF, has shared her opinion on infidelity in marriages and relationships.

Speaking in a recent episode of the In My Opinion podcast, Ms. DSF stated that she advocates for retaliation when a partner cheats in a relationship or marriage.

The movie star said she supports women who cheat back on their partners.

“I love women who cheat back,” she said.

Ms. DSF explained that a woman can choose not to leave their partner for cheating but she has the right to cheat back in the relationship or marriage.

She said society should hold both men and women accountable for infidelity, and not place biased emphasis on infidelity on the part of women.

I support women who cheat back on partners – Ms. DSF

Nigerians have called for peace between singers Davido and Wizkid amid their ongoing supremacy tussle.

This came after Davido was captured in a now trending video on social media vibing to Wizkid’s hit song ‘Ojuelegba’ over the weekend at Zlatan’s wedding in Lagos State.

Reacting to the viral clip on X, many users including their fans urged Wizkid and Davido to put an end to their over-a-decade-long rivalry caused by music chart competition, online exchanges, and fan-driven beef led by their fanbase known as Wizkid FC and the 30 Billion Gang or 30BG.

Expressing surprise after watching the video, many Nigerians called for peace between them while some doubt if their feud is real or it’s for social media engagement.

A fan @Beejay_0822 wrote, “Make dem settle this beef abeg make dem give us better Gbedu abeg.”

@MustyFelix7 wrote, “I wish they settle their beef.”

@Amadi96123697 wrote, “This men no really get issues na una wey be fans dey stress una selves.”

@13Kobrex wrote, “My mind dey tell me say their beef na script aswr.”

@idarajune wrote, “Really hope they resolve their issues and settle. The mutual admiration they had for each other was beautiful.”

@ShegunChelsea wrote, “They are both getting old oo, I think they both need to come together for us to enjoy them together small before they retire from music. Let us all enjoy another side of them both musically and friendship @wizkidayo @davido agba le n da yi ooo e da kun.”

@HuseinWiz wrote, “be FC but I think there shouldn’t be hate on him anymore.”

Watch Davido singing and dancing to Wizkid’s ‘Ojuelegba’ below:

https://x.com/Olamide0fficial/status/2114271592943325401

Davido sparks calls for peace with Wizkid after vibing to ‘Ojuelegba’ at Zlatan’s wedding

Nigerian comedian and actor, Ayo Makun, popularly known as AY, has apologised to fans following the disruption of his comedy show in Cardiff, United Kingdom, over an alleged payment dispute with the event organisers.

The comedian, in a statement shared on social media, said he and other performers travelled to the venue but could not deliver their performances as planned due to unresolved payment commitments.

The event tagged “AY Live: Single and Not Searching” reportedly suffered prolonged delays, leaving several attendees disappointed, with many leaving the venue before the show could proceed.

AY expressed regret over the incident, acknowledging that fans who paid to attend deserved better organisation and communication.

In his words, “the audience should not have been caught in the middle of a disagreement between the performers and the organisers”.

The comedian also called for a resolution that would address the concerns of affected ticket holders, including refunds.

AY’s apology comes amid growing calls for accountability from the organisers and clarity on the refund process for those who could not enjoy the show.

AY breaks silence on Cardiff show disruption, calls for ticket refunds

American singer Chris Brown has been handed an eight-month suspended prison sentence in the United Kingdom over his involvement in an attack on music producer Abraham Diaw at a London nightclub in February 2023.

Brown, 37, was sentenced on Monday, October 26, 2026, at Southwark Crown Court after pleading guilty to one count of affray in July.

The sentence was suspended for 12 months, meaning the singer will not serve immediate prison time but could face imprisonment if he breaches the terms of the suspension.

The case stemmed from an incident at Tape nightclub in Mayfair, central London, where Brown struck Diaw with a glass tequila bottle, hitting him twice on the head. The victim sustained head and knee injuries.

Prosecutors told the court that CCTV footage captured the incident, which also involved Brown’s vocal coach, Omololu Akinlolu, who joined the attack.

Akinlolu, 40, was also sentenced to four months’ imprisonment, suspended for 12 months. Both men were ordered to pay £1,500 in costs.

During the sentencing, Judge Tony Baumgartner described the attack as dangerous, warning that striking someone on the head with a glass bottle could have caused more serious injuries.

The judge also stressed that commercial success would not attract preferential treatment in court.

Brown was arrested in Manchester in May 2025 after returning to the UK for a concert, more than two years after the incident. He had initially faced charges including assault and attempting to cause grievous bodily harm before pleading guilty to affray, leading prosecutors to drop the other charges.

The sentencing brings the criminal proceedings over the nightclub incident to a conclusion, with Brown avoiding immediate imprisonment.

Chris Brown gets eight-month suspended prison sentence in UK