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Nigerian singer and entrepreneur, Oluwatosin Oluwole Ajibade, popularly known as Mr Eazi, has claimed that he coined the phrase m, ‘Detty December’, which has become synonymous with funfair during Christmas holidays in the country.

Speaking at his Detty Rave concert in Accra, Mr Eazi claimed that he coined the phrase while working as a show promoter in Ghana.

He, however, admitted that ‘Detty December’ is bigger than him or anyone else.

“While working as a show promoter with my friends, I suggested that we call our December event ‘Detty December.’ Hashtag Detty December.

“So in 2016, me and my guys invented Detty December. And Detty December is all about going back to your roots, having fun and enjoying life intentionally. Detty December is bigger than Mr. Eazi. It’s bigger than anybody. Detty December is for all of us,” he said.

DAILY POST recalls that Deola Art Alade, a Nigerian entrepreneur and wife of musician Darey Art Alade, sparked controversy after  securing a legal trademark for ‘Detty December’ in 2019.

The revelation caused significant backlash among Nigerians who viewed the slang as a shared cultural phrase rather than a corporate brand.

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I coined ‘Detty December’ – Mr Eazi claims

Popular singer Skales has debunked rumours that his colleague, Burna Boy, gifted him N600,000 during a financial struggle.

Skales claimed that the rumour was orchestrated by a Burna Boy’s fan on X, formerly Twitter.

The singer stated this while speaking on the negative impacts of social media and fake news on the music industry in a recent interview on the Adesope Live show.

“There was a time I had to reach out to a Burna Boy fan on Twitter, I think his name is Benny or something. I asked him what I had done to him to warrant the hate he exhibits towards me.

“He created a fake news that there was a time that I was broke and Burna Boy helped me with N600,000. That never happened,” he said.

Skales urged his colleagues not to let overzealous fans pit them against each other. He advised that they should always reach out to one another for clarifications on issues.

Skales denies receiving N600,000 gift from Burna Boy

Nigerian singer Burna Boy has set a new record for the biggest streaming year by an African artist on Spotify with almost 2 billion streams in 2025.

The Ye crooner garnered 1.986 billion streams on Spotify in 2025, emerging ahead of his colleagues Wizkid, Tyla, Rema and Davido as the most streamed African artist in the year under review.

According to 2025 Spotify streaming data, Wizkid is the second most streamed African artist of the year with 1.81 billion streams.

South African singer Tyla is third on the list with 1.67 billion streams, followed by Rema with 1.63 billion streams and Davido with 1.58 billion streams, at numbers 4 and 5, respectively.

Asake (1.52 billion streams ), Ayra Starr (1.47 billion streams), CKay (1.38 billion streams), Seyi Vibez (1.32 billion streams), and Mr Eazi (1.26 billion streams), complete the top 10.

Burna Boy sets record for biggest streaming year by African artist on Spotify

Popular Nollywood actress, Peggy Ovire, has deleted the name of her husband, Frederick Leonard, from her Instagram bio.

The development came amid the rumors of their separation on social media.

The name, which was previously visible on her Instagram page, has now been deleted.

As of the time of this report, none of the couple has officially debunked the reported separation.

Since the speculation some months ago, the celebrity couple who got married in 2022, have not appeared together in any public functions. They have also note celebrated each other’s birthday.

DAILY POST recalls that rumours of a crisis between the Nollywood couple started in December 2024, after the actress shared a solo Christmas photo in pajamas.

In May 2025 Peggy shared a clip of herself dressing for a wedding ceremony notably without her wedding band.

Peggy Ovire deletes Frederick Leonard’s name from her bio amid divorce rumours

Popular Nigerian Tiktoker, Peller, has officially announced a breakup with Jarvis, his girlfriend and content creator.

Peller made the announcement two weeks after being involved in a deliberate car accident to end his life over breakup threats from Jarvis.

He was hospitalised and later arrested by the authority “in accordance with extant traffic laws.”

However, speaking on Thursday January 1st 2026, Peller during a Tiktok Livestream announced their breakup.

“Jarvis and I have officially breakup. For now we’re just friends. We kindly ask everyone to respect our decisions. She’s my friend now, please don’t bully anybody.

“I have spoken with her family. I have begged her family to please forgive me. Her family was angry but the letter forgive me. We’re still friends but she said I should just varnish for now,” he said.

‘I’ve begged her family for forgiveness’ – Peller officially announces breakup with Jarvis

Nigerian celebrities have taken to the Internet to celebrate the New Year, sharing glimpses of their festive holiday moments.

While appreciating God for the grace to witness another year, some of them also shared their new year resolution and goals.

Speaking in an appreciation post on Instagram, Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Toyin Abraham, revealed her goal for the new year.

“Happy New Year, my amazing family! Thank you for standing by me, riding with me, and supporting the Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi brand through it all. I’m deeply grateful, thank you, thank you, thank you! This year, it’s no distractions, just focus, growth, and more strength. Let’s go harder in 2026!.”

Actor Stanley Ajemba popularly known as Stanley Ontop, wrote about the lesson learned from 2025, and his resolution for the new year 2026.

“I learnt a lot in 2025. I Won’t allow it happen again.Happy New year Family.”

Singer Davido shared a short video with his wife on his Instagram story on Thursday afternoon and wrote; “THE BEST YEAR WITH MY LOVING WIFE @thechefchi.”

Destiny Etiko in a video shared on her Instagram page

“Happy happy new year, yes we all made it to 2026. 2025 was just like yesterday and now, we’re in 2026. Thank you Jesus, thank you Lord. A lot of people couldn’t make it but we made it. It’s going to be our best year, Amen.”

Actress Ireti Doyle wrote on Instagram story “We move by faith and not by sight. 2026..? Leggooo!!!”.

Also actress Bimpe Oyebade who announced she’s ready with God in 2026, revealed that her goal is to part ways with entitled people around her.

“2026! I am ready with God. 2026 goals. My goals in 2025, I dumped ungrateful people. In 2026 entitled people will join the wagon.”

Similarly, actress Moyo Lawal who left social media for months following her leaked sex video, returned on Thursday morning to address her fans and appreciate them for their support.

“Happy new year everyone, thank you so much. The worst has already happened to me. I’m flipping the switch and looking forward to entirely new character and adventure. I hope you’ will go on this adventure with me and not judge me.”

Popular TikToker, Peller while appreciating God for saving him from a recent accident, noted that the incident nearly took his life.

“Happy big new year to us. Thank you God for the Life nah so I for no see 2026. Happy new year to you all my Lovely supporters and to the haters thanks also u all support me in 2025, 2026 he remain we are about to change the game small I for no enter this year thank u God am happy, he wrote on Instagram.

Content creator, Jarvis wrote on Instagram, “Happy New Year Family. Thank You God. New year, same star. Thank you to my real ones who never switched up. 2026 is ours-watch us shine even brighter.”

Social media influencer and critic, Isaac Fayose, who shared a photo of him celebrating the New Year in Morocco, wrote on Instagram; “Happy New Year!!! With love from Morocco.”

2026: Nigerian celebrities celebrate, share New Year resolutions

American rapper Darryl Dwayne Granberry Jr., popularly known as DDG, has described Western media propaganda on Nigeria as “fake”.

The hip-hop star, who is currently holidaying in Lagos, said contrary to Western propaganda, Nigeria is “nowhere near” as dangerous as the United States.

He urged foreigners to visit Nigeria to see things for themselves.

Speaking in a video broadcast, DDG said, “I honestly think America is the most dangerous country. I don’t think Nigeria is as dangerous as America – nowhere near.

“No doubt, there is insecurity in Nigeria. But gun violence and gangsterism is not common in Nigeria as in America. So, if anybody is thinking about coming to Nigeria, pull up.”

DDG also revealed that he was told that Nigerian foods were unhealthy and was advised to always boil water before drinking in Nigeria.

He said that contrary to the propaganda against Nigerian foods, he found them very healthy, especially jollof.

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‘Nigeria not as dangerous as US’ – American rapper DDG

Nollywood actress Shaffy Bello has revealed that she doesn’t like going on road trips in Nigeria, especially if it is farther than from Lagos to Ibadan.

Speaking in a recent interview with VJ Adams, the movie star explained that she likes road trips abroad but prefers using air and marine transport in Nigeria due to infrastructural and security reasons.

She disclosed that her dislike for road trips in Nigeria has significantly affected her social life.

“I prefer water and air transportation. I don’t like road trips. I can do road trips abroad but in Nigeria, no, thank you,” she said.

Bello added, “I can only consider road trips in Nigeria only if the person I am going to see is extremely dear to me. And everybody knows me now, they go, ‘Don’t invite her, she won’t come.’ Once it is farther than Ibadan, count me out.”

I don’t do road trips in Nigeria – Shaffy Bello

Nollywood actor, Rotimi Salami, has finally broken his silence after the death of his close associate and mentor, actress Allwell Ademola.

DAILY POST reports that Allwell died from a heart attack on Saturday December 27 2025.

Reacting to the actress’ sudden death, many Nigerians stormed Rotimi Salami’s comment section expressing concern about his well-being.

Finally reacting to the incident in a viral post on Instagram, Rotimi Salami who noted that all is not well, urged the public not to console him when they see him.

“Please, when you see me, don’t try to console me. Because I will break down. I still can’t say farewell, Shuga Boo. All is not well at the moment

“72 hours of endless tears still can’t bring back my Shuga Boo. But for the sake of our family, friends, and fans who showed up in prayers, calls, posts, and most especially for my children, who will draw strength from me as we learn to move on without our Allwell Ademola. I promise to stand strong.

“To everyone who has genuinely reached out to me with love & concern for my state of mind and well being through messages, calls, and voice notes, I see all. I’m just too weak to read, listen, respond, or even find the words to express how I really feel right now,” he said.

All is not well, don’t try to console me – Rotimi Salami speaks after Allwell’s death

Sophia Momodu, an entrepreneur and first baby mama of singer Davido, has warned fans against referring to her as wife of the music star.

In a video broadcast, the mother of one revealed that despite breaking up with Davido, who is now married, many years ago, some fans still address her as the singer’s wife.

She explained that she doesn’t appreciate being referred to as Davido’s wife, stressing that it is important to respect people’s choices.

She emphasised that she has moved on from the singer and urged fans to do the same.

“I once met a content creator who, started hailing me as ‘mama Imade, OBO [Davido’s] wife’ upon seeing me. I was shocked because I am not his wife.

“Stop referring to me as Davido’s wife. Let’s respect people’s marriages and rules. If people have moved on, allow them to move on in peace. Allow to move on in peace. Everyone is happy and doing what they are supposed to do,” Sophia Momodu said.

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‘Stop calling me Davido’s wife’ – Sophia Momodu warns fans