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• GRAMMYs introduce five new categories ahead of 2027 ceremony

  16-06-2026 20:54 via thenet.ng
  
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  The 2027 GRAMMY Awards are set to introduce five new categories while also implementing more flexible eligibility rules for the Best New Artist category. The updates are part of a broader effort by the Recording Academy to reflect the evolving global music landscape and ensure a wider range of genres and artists are recognized. The changes will take effect at the ce
  
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• Why I stopped going to church – Nicki Minaj

  16-06-2026 20:37 via vanguardngr.com
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeAmerican rapper Nicki Minaj has opened up about her relationship with God, revealing that her rise to global stardom forced her away from regular church attendance, even though her faith remains strong.Speaking on a recent episode of The Bryce Crawford Podcast, the award-winning rapper said she stopped going to church after her music career began taking off because her performance schedule often left her exhausted on weekends.“Once my career started taking off, I stop
  
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• Content Creator highlights need for originality in Nigeria’s digital space

  16-06-2026 20:09 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigerian content creator Emmanuel Timothy Temiope, popularly known as Yung Stepper, has stressed the importance of originality and consistency in Nigeria’s fast-growing digital content industry.
  Speaking on his experience in the sector, Yung Stepper said creators must find ways to remain relevant despite the constantly changing nature of social media trends.
  “I’ve always believed that people connect more with content that feels real. My goal is to create stories that make peopl
  
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• Nicki Minaj opens up on decision to stop going to church

  16-06-2026 19:55 via thesun.ng
  
  American rapper Nicki Minaj has revealed why she quit going to church.
  In a recent appearance of The Bryce Crawford podcast, Minaj said that she quit church the moment she became successful.
  She claimed that she stopped attending church not because of an intellectual shift, but because she always performs on weekends, leaving her too tired to attend on Sundays.
  “Once my career started taking off, I stopped going to church. I was working on Friday nights and Saturday nights, so the last thi
  
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• She prayed, gave me token – Content creator Igolowo reveals Tiwa Savage encounter

  16-06-2026 16:18 via thesun.ng
  
  Content creator, Igolowo has opened up about a memorable encounter with Afrobeats superstar, Tiwa Savage, offering fans a rare and touching glimpse into the music icon’s relatable, human side.
  In a Facebook post on Tuesday, Igolowo disclosed that he met the music star during the birthday celebration of fellow creator, Stevho Osha on Monday night.
  He noted that the All Over crooner was without airs and related with him naturally, prayed for him and gave him money.
  Sharing a photo he took wi
  
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• I married myself in greatest love story ever told – Denrele

  16-06-2026 14:38 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigerian media personality and actor Denrele Edun has explained the reason behind his symbolic decision to “marry himself” as part of activities marking his 45th birthday.
  The entertainer, born Adenrele Oluwafemi Edun, sparked conversations on social media after sharing a video announcing that he had tied the knot with himself.
  Denrele said the gesture was not a conventional marriage but a celebration of self-love, resilience and personal growth after decades of navigating fame, cont
  
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• Reno Omokri replies Davido after singer’s social media post

  16-06-2026 14:35 via thesun.ng
  
  By Lawrence Agbo
  Former presidential aide and ambassador-designate to Mexico, Reno Omokri, has reacted to comments by Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, following a disagreement over the singer’s campaign for abducted schoolchildren during a FIFA World Cup countdown concert in Los Angeles.
  The disagreement began after Davido performed at the global event wearing a custom jacket bearing the names of more than 40 pupils and teachers abducted in Oyo State, alongside the
  
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• Why I ‘married’ myself – Actor Denrele

  16-06-2026 14:04 via vanguardngr.com
  By Enitan AbdultawabNigerian media personality and actor Denrele Edun has explained the reason behind his symbolic decision to “marry himself” as part of celebrations marking his 45th birthday.The flamboyant entertainer, born Adenrele Oluwafemi Edun, sparked reactions on social media after sharing a video in which he announced that he had tied the knot with himself.According to Denrele, the gesture was a celebration of self-love, resilience and the many versions of himself that have
  
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• Headies 2026 to hold in Canada as organisers seek global expansion

  16-06-2026 13:09 via vanguardngr.com
  By Enitan AbdultawabOrganisers of The Headies have announced that the 18th edition of Nigeria’s premier music awards ceremony will take place in Toronto, Canada, marking another step in the event’s international expansion.The announcement was made on Monday by Headies founder, Ayo Animashaun, during a press briefing in Victoria Island, Lagos.Although the exact date for the ceremony has yet to be unveiled, Animashaun confirmed that travel company Wakanow has partnered with the organi
  
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• Best Series To Watch On DStv This June

  16-06-2026 12:02 via thenet.ng
  
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  All eyes may be on the FIFA World Cup 2026 this month, but when the action on the pitch pauses, there are plenty of brilliant series to keep you entertained.From the highly anticipated Dutton Ranch and the return of Matlock to gripping crime dramas like FBI, CIA and M.I.A., DStv’s June lineup is packed with must-watch television as the Open Time offer, wh
  
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• “Take the Stairs”: Adekunle Gold Shares Advice for Creatives at The Macallan Partnership Celebration

  16-06-2026 11:48 via thenet.ng
  
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  Award-winning singer and songwriter Adekunle Gold has urged creatives to remain committed to their craft, even when recognition feels out of reach, sharing a powerful reflection on patience, excellence and the realities of building a successful career.Speaking at an intimate dinner celebrating his partnership with The Macallan, Adekunle Gold spoke candidly about the
  
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• Nicki Minaj opens up on spiritual challenges in music industry

  16-06-2026 10:48 via thesun.ng
  
  Famous rapper Nicki Minaj has said that big music figures make great artists “almost invisible” if they don’t follow their guidelines.
  She asserted that the majority of the challenges she and other talented musicians experience in the music industry are coordinated by those personalities, whom she did not name.
  Minaj stated in a recent episode of The Bryce Crawford podcast that powerful music figures treat musicians as “properties” in order to gain money for themsel
  
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• Actor Baba Ijesha welcomes baby boy

  16-06-2026 07:23 via thesun.ng
  
  Nollywood star Olanrewaju Omiyinka, aka Baba Ijesha, has announced the birth of his son.
  The actor announced the news in an Instagram post on Monday, along with maternity photos of himself and his wife.
  Baba Ijesha expressed his appreciation to God for the new addition to his family by revealing his son’s name, King Kagar Omiyinka.
  He wrote, “In quiet ways, in unseen ways, God has been writing a story only He could tell. We thank the Almighty for blessing us with a healthy baby boy.
  
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• Actor Baba Ijesha announces birth of son

  16-06-2026 00:38 via vanguardngr.com
  Nollywood actor Olanrewaju Omiyinka, popularly known as Baba Ijesha, has announced the birth of his son.The actor broke the news in an Instagram post on Monday, accompanied by maternity photographs featuring himself and his wife.Expressing gratitude to God for the new addition to his family, Baba Ijesha revealed his son’s name as King Kagar Omiyinka.He wrote, “In quiet ways, in unseen ways, God has been writing a story only He could tell. We thank the Almighty for blessing us with a
  
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