DJ Cuppy loses grandmother
Nigerian disk jockey, Florence Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy, has announced the death of her maternal grandmother. The billionaire heiress said she’s finding comfort in the knowledge that her grandma was now “in heaven”. She said she was grateful for how her grandma raised her mum who in turn raised her. On her X handle, the grieving music star wrote: “My...
US election: Beyoncé allows Kamala Harris use ‘Freedom’ song
American music superstar, Beyoncé has given Kamala Harris her approval for the campaign to use the singer’s song, Freedom as its official tune. A source close to Harris told CNN that “Beyoncé, who is known for maintaining strict clearance guidelines around her music, gave quick approval to Harris’ campaign when they sought permission to use “Freedom” on Monday — just...
Chris Brown sued for $50m over alleged backstage assault
American R&B star, Chris Brown, his confidante Sinko Ceej, rapper Yella Beezy and the corporation Live Nation have been named in a $50 million lawsuit in connection with a series of alleged attacks that occurred on Brown’s 11:11 tour in Fort Worth, Texas. The new lawsuit accused the singer of orchestrating the assault of four men backstage at the Fort...
Watch: Falz & Adekunle Gold in New Music Video of “Who Go Pay”
Falz has dropped a new music video. The visuals for his track “Who Go Pay,” featuring Adekunle Gold, are now out. The song is part of his recently released EP, “Before The Feast.” This marks the first official music video from the EP and it is directed by Perliks. Watch below:
NCA addresses public concerns on data pricing and Significant Market Power
The National Communications Authority (NCA) has responded to rising public concerns, particularly on social media, regarding high internet data pricing and the recent classification of MTN as a Significant Market Power (SMP). This classification has sparked widespread debate among consumers. The NCA, as the regulatory body for the communications sector, emphasizes its mandate to maintain fair competition and protect consumer...
Biden will not seek reelection; endorses Harris
President Joe Biden ended his reelection bid and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to succeed him on Sunday. “It has been the greatest honor of my life to serve as your President,” Biden wrote in a letter posted to his official account on X. “And while it has been my intention to seek reelection, I believe it is in the best interest of my party and...
USA escapes dramatic upset, edges South Sudan 101-100 in Olympic warm-up
In an entertaining Olympic warm-up game at London's O2 Arena, the United States basketball team staged a remarkable comeback to secure a narrow 101-100 victory over South Sudan, averting what could have been one of the biggest upsets in basketball history. South Sudan stunned early, establishing a commanding 58-42 lead by halftime and maintaining a 14-point advantage at the break. Their...
I’ll never quit music’ – Cardi B says amid Joe Budden’s criticism
American hip-hop star, Cardi B, has said contrary to claims by controversial rapper-turned-podcaster, Joe Budden, that won’t be releasing another album again, she has no plan of quitting music. Cardi blasted Budden for criticising her project rollout and made allegations of drug use against him. The Grammy-winning artist claimed Budden has been attacking her in the media and even pitting other...
Samson Deen denies reports that some registered para-athletes travelled to Norway for a sports event
Samson Deen, President of both the National Paralympic Committee and the African Paralympic Committee, has refuted claims that some registered para-athletes traveled to Norway for a sports event. Deen stated that neither para-athletes, coaches, officials, foreign representatives, nor any other individuals associated with para-sports sought assistance from the Norwegian Embassy in Accra for participation in any sporting event. The denial follows...
Ghana’s Paralympic team disappear after arriving in Oslo
Ghana's Paralympic team has disappeared to other Schengen countries upon arriving in Norway for preparations ahead of the games. According to a document from the National Security authority dated July 3, 2024, and reported by 3Sports' Nana Antwi, one team member was previously detained by Norwegian security officials in late April while attempting to travel to Sweden. The document also disclosed...
