Author: Gloria Irabor

Ghanaian Afro-pop singer and songwriter Wiyaala has expressed her unique perspective on the practice of artists paying for collaborations with fellow musicians. Dubbed the ‘African Lioness’, Wiyaala believes that musical collaborations should be driven by artistic appreciation rather than financial transactions. In an interview with 3Xtra’s Kwaku King, Wiyaala emphasized her stance that collaborations should…

The legendary door prop from the 1997 hit film “Titanic” has made waves at auction, selling for an impressive $718,750. This iconic piece of movie history stole the spotlight, outshining other Hollywood memorabilia in the bidding frenzy. The door, forever etched in cinematic lore for its pivotal role in the film’s climax, was just one…

Dancer and content creator, Official Starter, has revealed his practice of compensating market women who collaborate with him for his viral dance videos. Speaking at the Pulse Chat Session during the African Music Business Dialogue, Official Starter stressed the importance of paying these women for their time and efforts. Acknowledging that the market women are…

Ghanaian actress Yvonne Nelson expressed outrage after the Tema General Hospital experienced a power outage, leaving newborn babies vulnerable to sweltering heat. This incident highlights the ongoing struggle with intermittent power cuts, known as “Dumsor,” plaguing the country. In a social media post directed at President Nana Akufo-Addo, Nelson condemned the government’s handling of the…

Yemi Alade, the renowned musician, has opened up about the challenges she faces in winning awards despite her notable success in the industry. The songstress revealed that she often misses out on awards in Nigeria because she refuses to succumb to organizers’ demands for sexual favors. In an interview with WithinNigeria, the “Johnny” singer disclosed…

Young Duu, the popular singer, has escalated his feud with Carter Efe, accusing the skit maker of cheating him out of their song’s earnings. Previously, Carter Efe cited Young Duu’s behavior and eagerness for financial gain as reasons for discontinuing promotion of their collaborative track. In response, Young Duu has alleged that Carter Efe failed…

Cubana Chief Priest, the well-known billionaire, has proudly announced that his 6-year-old son, Obinna, is the proud owner of a multi-million naira hotel in Owerri. Taking to Instagram, he shared images of the hotel, still in its final construction stages, showcasing his son’s involvement in the project. See ongoing hotel building project here. The celebrity…

Nigerian comedian Carter Efe has taken to the beach to curse singer Young Duu, alleging that the singer is tarnishing his reputation. This comes after Young Duu accused Carter Efe of creating fake accounts to criticize Davido and his fans on Twitter, following Carter Efe’s revelations about why he stopped promoting their song, “Oyinmo.” In…

Joseph Aloba, the father of the late singer Mohbad, has shed light on why his son’s body remains unburied six months after being exhumed. Mohbad, known for his hit songs like “KPK (Ko Por Ke),” was initially buried amid controversy surrounding his death. However, his body was later exhumed for an autopsy to determine the…

The Minister for Transport, Kwaku Ofori Asiamah, has been summoned by Parliament to clarify charges imposed by the Ghana Airports Company Limited. The summons, scheduled for Tuesday, March 19, 2024, comes in response to concerns raised by the Minority Caucus regarding new fees introduced by the company. The controversy centers around a $20 maintenance charge…