2026 AFRIMA Winners: Rema, Shallipopi Lead Nigerian Triumph
Rema wins big at the 2026 AFRIMA Awards in Lagos, claiming Artiste of the Year and two other major prizes. See the full list of winners from across Africa.
Rema wins big at the 2026 AFRIMA Awards in Lagos, claiming Artiste of the Year and two other major prizes. See the full list of winners from across Africa.
Afrobeats star Rema surprises a worshipper with a $100 bill during an unexpected visit to Miracle Assembly church in Benin. The viral moment has ignited reactions across social media. Read the full story here.
Nigerian music stars dominated the 9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) in Lagos. Rema won Artiste of the Year, Burna Boy took Album of the Year. See the full list of winners from across Africa.
Nigerian music stars including Rema, Burna Boy, and Yemi Alade clinched major awards at the 9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) held in Lagos. See the full list of winners from across the continent.
Nigerian star Rema clinches Best African RnB/Soul award at AFRIMA 2026, beating top contenders. Ethiopia's Weeha also wins Best Dance Choreography, defeating Wizkid. Read the full winners list and impact.
From Ayra Starr to Burna Boy, explore the Nigerian albums and EPs set to define 2026. Will these stars deliver on the hype? Find out what's coming.
A hilarious video of a Burna Boy impersonator fooling Lagos street boys has gone viral, sparking debates about celebrity recognition. Watch the clip and see netizens' reactions.
A viral prank video shows Lagos street boys cheering a Burna Boy impersonator. The clip sparks debate about celebrity recognition in Nigeria's bustling streets. Watch the video and read public reactions.
A new five-a-side football pitch has been commissioned at Alade Sports Complex in Ajasa Command, Alimosho, Lagos. The project, a partnership between TECNO and Prince Babatunde Alade, aims to boost grassroots football and youth development. Read more about
Pulse Nigeria reveals the top-earning Afrobeats stars of 2025. Burna Boy leads with $17.5M as the industry hits $73M in pre-tax earnings. See the full list and analysis.
Burna Boy makes history, ending 2025 as Spotify's most-streamed African artist with nearly 2 billion streams. Discover the strategy behind his record-breaking year and what it means for Afrobeats.
Billionaire Femi Otedola commends President Tinubu's economic reforms and CBN's Cardoso, disclosing First Bank has met the N500bn capital requirement. He urges raising the bar to N1 trillion.
FirstBank meets CBN's N500bn capital requirement. Billionaire investor Femi Otedola commends Tinubu and Cardoso's economic leadership, calls for raising bank capital to N1 trillion for a $1 trillion economy.
A look back at Nigeria's 2025 entertainment scene: Burna Boy's historic tour, major celebrity breakups, Nollywood's female power, and the stars we lost. Read the full recap.
Music star Burna Boy and commentator VeryDarkMan visited Kirikiri Maximum Security Custodial Centre to understand procedures for paying fines to secure inmate releases. Read the full report.
Grammy winner Burna Boy's viral joke about believing Rahman Jago more than the Bible has ignited fierce online debate. Get the full story and reactions here.
Grammy winner Burna Boy dismisses Google's $22 million net worth estimate as "way off," discusses blessing of supporting family, and reveals why he hasn't bought his mother a house yet. Read his full interview reaction.
The Detty December Fest 2025 concluded in Lagos after a month of music and culture. Headlined by Busta Rhymes, Gunna, Wizkid & more, it's now Africa's most anticipated year-end event. Read more!
Discover how Burna Boy's relentless touring, strategic releases, and electrifying performances made him Africa's top touring artist, grossing $30.5M on his I Told Them tour. Explore his journey from Port Harcourt to global stadiums.
Burna Boy's 'I Told Them' tour grossed $30.5 million, making it the highest-grossing African tour ever. Discover how he rewrote the rules for Afrobeats.
Former envoy Dr. Yemi Farounbi and PFN President Bishop Wale Oke call on President Tinubu to crush terrorism decisively, warning it's an existential threat. Read their urgent demands.
Nigerian singer Burna Boy has donated $145,000 to activist Verydarkman for charity work, including freeing inmates and paying hospital bills. See fan reactions.
From Burna Boy vs Cubana Chiefpriest to Regina Daniels' marital drama, 2025 was a year of explosive celebrity feuds in Nigeria. Get the full recap of the biggest scandals.
Nigerian celebrities lit up social media on Christmas Day 2025, sharing vibrant family moments. See the festive photos and the shift from last year's minimalist style.
US model Envy Erica opens up about a private encounter with Burna Boy years ago, revealing the singer's specific conditions. Get the full story and social media reactions here.
A review of the biggest Nigerian celebrity controversies in 2025, from Portable being declared wanted to 2Baba's divorce and shocking family feuds. Click for the full list of dramas.
Nigerian nurse Millicent celebrates the birth of her son, Zidayne, after facing online shaming for having only daughters. She shares her journey and a powerful message for critics.
Lafarge Africa Plc premieres its 'Beyond Buildings' campaign, highlighting over six decades of contributions to Nigeria's infrastructure, job creation, and community development. Discover the legacy.
South African singer Tyla is now Africa's most-streamed artist on Spotify, overtaking Nigerian stars Burna Boy and Tems. Discover her meteoric rise to global fame.
Skit maker Carter Efe recounts an emotional encounter where Burna Boy's security stopped him from greeting the star. Read the full story and see fan reactions.