Author: Baiden Gideon

In a gripping legal drama that has taken the nation by storm, Ashley Benefield, a former ballerina, finds herself at the center of the “Black Swan murder trial,” accused of the 2020 shooting death of her estranged husband, Doug Benefield. This high-profile case raises critical questions about self-defense, domestic abuse, and the lengths one might…

Gentleman Mike Ejeagha’s 1983 classic, Ka Esi Le Onye Isi Oche, has achieved a remarkable milestone by climbing to No. 14 on the global Shazam chart. This resurgence in popularity follows its use in a viral video by comedian and skit maker Brain Jotter, which has captivated millions on social media. The track, known for…

Nigerian singer and entertainer BNXN has shed light on what he describes as rampant exploitation in Lagos State’s boat ride industry. During a recent episode of Backstage Banter, hosted by Isi Ijewere in Canada, BNXN discussed his frustrations with the exorbitant costs and questionable safety practices associated with boat rides in the city. When asked…

Nigerian music star Davido recently shared a heartwarming father-daughter moment with his second daughter, Hailey, during a shopping spree in the US. The superstar singer took to social media to post an endearing video of their outing. In the clip, Davido and Hailey are seen enjoying a lively car ride, vibing to Nigerian music and…

Nigerian gospel singer Tim Godfrey has shared a poignant tribute to his son Bryan on his 16th birthday. The emotional post, shared on Instagram, juxtaposes a throwback photo of Bryan with a current image. In his touching message, Godfrey extolled Bryan’s virtues, describing him as humble, focused, smart, hardworking, and a talented football star. He…

American comedian and actress Tiffany Haddish has caused a stir on the internet after sharing a video of herself shopping in a grocery store in Harare, Zimbabwe. The video showcases her astonishment at discovering a well-stocked store in Africa. “Look at the grocery store. They have a grocery store. It is beautiful,” Haddish exclaims in…

Nigerian actress Juliana Olayode has voiced her strong disapproval of the 2024 Paris Olympics opening ceremony, criticizing its depiction of religious themes. The ceremony’s controversial elements included a parody of Leonardo da Vinci’s famed painting, The Last Supper, featuring drag queens, a transgender model, and a performer dressed as the Greek god Dionysus. Olayode took…

A Nigerian woman has gone viral after sharing why she never reached out to singer Joeboy, despite receiving his phone number three years ago. In a social media video, she explained that her decision was guided by the desire to “maintain steeze”—a slang for keeping composure. She revealed that Joeboy’s contact number didn’t have a…

A viral photo of Afrobeat icon Wizkid alongside Big Brother Naija Season 9 housemate Nelly has sparked a flurry of reactions online. The image, showing Nelly, a stripper and one half of the duo Nelita with her friend Anita, sitting next to the Grammy award-winner, has captivated fans and social media users. Since the show’s…