Canadian singer and rapper, Aubrey Drake Graham, known mononymously as Drake, officially becomes the first and only artist in history to reach 100 billion streams on Spotify. Finally catching up to his ego, Drake attained the height following the new chart released by the music streaming platform on Wednesday. Drake also became the first rapper…
Nigeria’s afrobeat singer, Divine Ikubor, known professionally as Rema’s hit song ‘Calm Down,’ featuring Selena Gomez, has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Afrobeats and African song to surpass a billion on-demand streams in the United States. Chart Data announced this achievement on 17th June 2024. REMA's "Calm Down" becomes the first Afrobeats…
The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN)has organised a candlelight procession to pay tribute to late Nollywood actors, John Okafor, popularly known as ‘Mr Ibu’, Amaechi Muonagor and Zulu Adigwe. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the thespians, alongside fans and friends of the late veterans, gathered for the procession at the Unity Fountain…
Emmanuel Imani’s Background Name: Emmanuel Imani Born: Camberwell, South London, England, United Kingdom Nationality: Nigerian Gender: Male Birthday: 1992 (33 years as of 2025) Education: The Academy of Live and Recorded Arts Known For: Acting Movies: Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit (2014), Beautiful Relics (2014), Invisible Men (2015), Criminal (2016), Black Earth Rising (2018), Hold the…
…The Macallan Hosts ‘A Night On Earth’ Exclusive Tasting Experience in Lagos As an ode to universal ties that unite – sharing, belonging, and wishing – Scottish whisky brand, The Macallan, hosted an exclusive whisky-tasting immersion for some of the country’s most notable entertainment personalities, on Saturday, 25th May 2024, at Booze.ng Victoria Island, Lagos….
Nigerian controversial influencer, Uche Maduagwu, has called out fellow actor, Yul Edochie; saying he wasn’t ordained by God. Edochie recently ‘answered God’s call’ and established a church but Mr Red Bra believes he is doing it at his own calling. In a recent podcast session with Rommi Royal Media, Uche Maduagwu believes Edochie has no…
By Emmanuel Godwin Uyo, Nigeria – The name Aniebiet Francis has gradually become a household name in the Akwa Ibom movie industry because of her unquenchable Passion for the development of the sector. As the Pioneer Chairman of the Association of Movie Producers (AMP) in Akwa Ibom State, Aniebiet at all times insists on quality…
…and Justice and equity are powerful elements of progress By Eriacy Confidence While I perceive that some members, particularly those from the southern bloc are playing the ethnic card, I urge all of us to consider the significance of justice and equity in the growth and progress of our noble guild. In all climes, zoning…
In celebration of Africa Day on 25th May, Instagram has launched its international and pan-African campaign ‘Made By Africa, Loved by the World’. In a first, this year’s Instagram campaign celebrates women of impact, spotlighting four trailblazing women from the continent and diaspora – all of whom have built a global presence through their exceptional…
Today we’re revealing the next 10 albums in Apple Music’s 100 Best Albums. For in-depth analysis of each album, archival interviews and so much more please visit the new Apple Music 100 Best microsite – updated daily at 9am PT to make it easy for fans to follow along with us. Albums 60-51 on Apple…
