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• Think beyond limits, Bells students advised

  02-06-2026 02:13 via thesun.ng
  
  By Vera Wisdom-Bassey
  Students and young Nigerians have been advised to identify opportunities within the countrys challenges and position themselves for success in an increasingly multi-skilled and technology-driven world.
  This charge was given by Yinka Adebayo, Chief Executive Officer of Omnicom Media Group for West and Central Africa, as a guest speaker during a one-day career development programme organised by the Students Association of Bells University of Technology.
  The event, tagged Care
  
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• INEC data leak left me feeling unsafe for first time – Emeka Ike

  04-06-2026 20:29 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) House of Representatives aspirant and Nollywood actor, Emeka Ike, has spoken out over the recent leak of his voter registration information, saying the incident left him feeling unsafe and questioning the security of personal data held by public institutions.
  The actor made the remarks during an interview on News Central Television on Thursday, describing the disclosure of details from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) database as disturbing a
  
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• It’s hard to succeed in music industry without a clique — CDQ

  04-06-2026 13:11 via thesun.ng
  
  Popular rapper CDQ claims that strong cabals and gangs control Nigeria’s music industry.
  In a recent interview with content creator JBrandy, the ‘Nowo Soke’ singer also stated that it is difficult for artists who do not belong to a gang or cult group to flourish in the music industry.
  He claimed artists who made it in the music industry without engaging with a gang or cult organization were fortunate.
  “The music industry has turned to a game of belonging to a particular c
  
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• I can’t commit to one woman, I belong to the wild world – Flavour

  04-06-2026 11:55 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigerian singer and songwriter Chinedu Okoli, professionally known as Flavour, has said that he belongs to the “wild world” as he cannot commit himself to one woman.
  Flavour spoke about his private life in a recent video broadcast shared on social media, adding that, unlike some men, he is not “domesticated”.
  The ‘Nabania’ crooner shared that he can’t be “caged”.
  “I am an explorer. I belong to the wild world. I belong to the street. Som
  
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• Davido’s aide Israel DMW to bury father in July

  04-06-2026 11:07 via vanguardngr.com
  Davido’s logistics manager, Israel Afeara, widely known as Israel DMW, has announced the funeral arrangements for his late father, Eric Afeare.Mr Afeare, a retired Deputy Superintendent of Police, died on March 2 at the age of 71 following a brief illness. He reportedly passed away at a hospital in Ibadan, Oyo State.According to the burial programme released by the family, most of the ceremonies will take place at Oguedo Quarters, Ivbiu-Ake, in Owan East Local Government Area of Edo State
  
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• Davido & Ayra Starr featured on the official FIFA 2026 World Cup album

  03-06-2026 20:15 via thenet.ng
  
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  Nigerian superstars Davido and Ayra Starr are set to feature on the official FIFA World Cup 2026 album. Ayra Starr joins American rapper Latto on a track titled “Show Me,” while Davido teams up with Major Lazer and Nelly Furtado for “No Place Like Home.” Both songs are scheduled for release this Friday as part of the highly anticipated tourna
  
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• Yinka Alaseyori Apologises After Backlash Over Oyo Kidnap Comments

  03-06-2026 19:20 via thesun.ng
  
  Popular gospel singer Yinka Alaseyori has apologised to Nigerians following criticism of her comments on the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oyo State.
  The apology came after her earlier remarks on the school kidnapping sparked widespread reactions on social media, with many Nigerians accusing her of being insensitive to the pain and frustration of affected families.
  In a video shared on her Instagram page on Wednesday, Alaseyori acknowledged the concerns raised by members of the public and
  
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• After 100 Hours in Lagos, The Gathering Sets Its Sights on Aba

  03-06-2026 17:09 via thenet.ng
  
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  Just weeks after transforming Lagos into a playground of creativity and culture, The Gathering on 100 is packing its bags for its next stop and this time, all roads lead to Aba.The announcement came through a vibrant Instagram teaser that immediately sparked excitement among members of the community. Against a backdrop inspired by the city’s unmistakable energ
  
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• ‘Forgive me’ — Yinka Alaseyori apologises over remarks on Oyo abduction

  03-06-2026 16:47 via vanguardngr.com
  By Enitan AbdultawabGospel singer Yinka Alaseyori has apologised to Nigerians who felt offended by her recent comments on the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oyo State.In a video shared on Instagram Wednesday, the singer expressed regret over the backlash that followed her earlier remarks, saying she never intended to make anyone feel unheard or dismissed.According to Alaseyori, she discovered that many Nigerians were unhappy with her comments and felt that their concerns over the plight of
  
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• Grammy-winning ‘Voice of Love’ Peabo Bryson dies at 75

  03-06-2026 12:51 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ayo OnikoyiLegendary American R&B singer-songwriter Peabo Bryson, whose soulful duets and romantic ballads defined generations of music lovers, has died at the age of 75.Bryson passed away on June 2, 2026, surrounded by family and loved ones, days after suffering a stroke. His family announced his death in a statement, describing him as a beloved artiste whose voice touched millions around the world.The two-time Grammy Award winner enjoyed a career spanning more than five decades and bec
  
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• 2026 World Cup: Davido to thrill fans in countdown US concert

  03-06-2026 12:42 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigerian singer Davido has been announced as one of the performers at the Los Angeles leg of the World Cup 2026 Countdown Concert series.
  The announcement was made by the Fédération Internationale de Football Association in a statement issued on Tuesday.
  Davido will thrill music lovers at the Countdown Concert series scheduled for Wednesday, June 10.
  According to FIFA, the Los Angeles concert will also see performances from Diplo’s Major Lazer, with other artists expected to
  
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• Housemates Who Have Unfinished Business Ahead of the BBNaija Reunion

  03-06-2026 12:28 via thenet.ng
  
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  Ten weeks, twenty-nine housemates, and not a single alliance survived the 10/10 house on a week-on-week basis. BBNaija 10/10 gave us a season where yesterday’s enemy could be an ally by Thursday, and your closest ally could become your biggest threat by Sunday night.Months after Imisi walked away with the crown and the ₦150 million grand prize, the conve
  
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• Grammy-winning ‘Beauty and the Beast’ singer Peabo Bryson dies at 75

  03-06-2026 07:02 via thesun.ng
  
  Legendary American singer and songwriter Peabo Bryson, celebrated for timeless R&B classics and award-winning Disney film soundtracks, has died at the age of 75.
  According to a family statement released on Tuesday, the Grammy Award-winning artist passed away on the evening of June 2, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. ET, surrounded by close family members.
  “He transitioned peacefully… surrounded by the love of his family and those closest to him,” the statement said, adding that Bryson&r
  
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• Yoruba actor Okiki Adeshina dies after car crash

  02-06-2026 16:51 via vanguardngr.com
  By Enitan AbdultawabYoruba actor Okiki Adeshina, widely known as Janmole, has died following a tragic car accident.The actor’s death was announced by Bolaji Amusan, popularly known as Mr Latin, who is the president of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN).Mr Latin, in an Instagram post on Tuesday, revealed that Adeshina succumbed to injuries sustained in the crash and prayed for strength for his family, friends and colleagues.“May the sou
  
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• BBNaija season 10 reunion set to premiere June 8

  02-06-2026 14:35 via thesun.ng
  
  The highly anticipated reunion show for Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) Season 10 is set to premiere on June 8, 2026, rekindling memories of one of the most talked-about editions of the reality television show.
  Organisers announced that the reunion will bring together former housemates of Season 10 for a series of episodes expected to revisit key moments, unresolved conflicts, friendships, relationships, and controversies that emerged during the season.
  Fans are already expressing excitement ahead o
  
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• Esther Okereke, the Nollywood actress eyeing Nigeria’s Presidential seat

  02-06-2026 14:20 via thenet.ng
  
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  A Nollywood star who once captivated audiences on screen is now aiming for the highest political office in the land, as Esther Okereke steps forward with a bold ambition to become Nigeria’s next president.The actress, filmmaker, and entrepreneur officially secured the presidential ticket of the National Rescue Movement (NRM) on May 29, setting the stage for wh
  
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• Nollywood actor Okiki Adesina dies after a tragic car accident

  02-06-2026 13:58 via thenet.ng
  
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  Nollywood actor Okiki Adesina, widely known to fans as Janmole, who died after a tragic car accident.The heartbreaking news was confirmed by Bolaji ‘Mr Latin’ Amusan, president of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), in a solemn Instagram post that has since drawn an outpouring of grief from across the enter
  
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• I was a millionaire before meeting Paul Okoye – Singer’s wife

  02-06-2026 13:33 via thesun.ng
  
  Ivy Ifeoma, the wife of Nigerian singer Paul Okoye, aka Rudeboy, has ignited debate after discussing her thoughts on relationships, money, and financial independence.
  In a video broadcast uploaded on her TikTok profile, Ifeoma advised single women not to make marrying a wealthy man their main life objective.
  She noted that while marrying into an affluent family can provide chances, a woman’s primary focus should be on establishing her own financial stability.
  She also shared that contrary
  
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• Tragedy in Nollywood as veteran actor Janmole dies in auto crash

  02-06-2026 13:22 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigeria’s film industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of veteran actor, filmmaker and comedian, Okiki Adesina, widely known as Janmole.
  The popular entertainer reportedly lost his life in a fatal road accident on Monday, marking another painful loss for the country’s creative community.
  The sad development was confirmed on Tuesday by filmmaker and President of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), Bolaji Amusan, popula
  
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• Yinka Alaseyori under fire for saying prayer needed over Oyo abduction

  02-06-2026 13:15 via vanguardngr.com
  By Enitan AbdultawabGospel singer Yinka Alaseyori has come under criticism on social media after suggesting that prayers are key to securing the release of students and teachers abducted in Oyo State.The singer sparked controversy in a viral video where she defended President Bola Tinubu and security agencies amid growing concerns over insecurity in the country.According to Alaseyori, Nigerians should not allow themselves to be used for political purposes, insisting that the president, vice pre
  
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• Tinubu’s Aide faults Nasboi’s terrorist video, warns against inciting fear

  02-06-2026 12:50 via thesun.ng
  
  Dada Olusegun, Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Social Media, has slammed content creator and comedian Nasboi for a video published on social media, accusing him of instilling fear with material that he claims is irrelevant to Nigeria.
  In a post on his X profile on Tuesday, Olusegun said that Nasboi’s video was originally acquired from an account that identified the armed individuals in the footage as terrorists operating in Benin.
  According to the presidential aide, the foota
  
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• ‘Jezebel Daughter’ by Dalyboy tackles betrayal, heartbreak 

  02-06-2026 07:39 via thesun.ng
  
  By Rita OkoyeEmerging Nigerian Afrobeat artist Dalyboy transforms personal pain into powerful music with his latest Afrobeat-inspired single, ‘Jezebel Daughter.’The emotional track explores themes of love, betrayal, deception, and resilience, striking a chord with listeners who have experienced heartbreak and broken trust.Driven by catchy melodies and raw storytelling, ‘Jezebel Daughter’ narrates the tale of a man who believed he had found his future wife, only to discove
  
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• Kanye West offends ‘spiritual sensitivities’ with ‘I Am a God’ song, says Turkish govt

  02-06-2026 01:04 via vanguardngr.com
  Turkey on Tuesday expressed alarm over a weekend gig by Kanye West in Istanbul attended by nearly 120,000 fans, saying it included elements that offended its spiritual sensitivities.The US rapper has had shows banned in several European venues over his antisemitic remarks, but Muslim-majority Turkey’s objections were focused elsewhere.In a post on X, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s chief advisor Oktay Saral said the show featured “rhetoric and symbols that run counter to our
  
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• Drama, unresolved issues and more: BBNaija 10/10 reunion premieres next Monday

  01-06-2026 17:26 via thenet.ng
  
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  MultiChoice Nigeria, a CANAL+ company, has announced that the reunion show for the BBNaija ‘10 Over 10’ season will premiere on Monday, 8 June 2026.BBNaija 10/10 HousematesHosted by media personality Ebuka Obi-Uchendu and featuring all the 29 housemates who featured in the season, the reunion show will air weeknights at 10:00 PM WAT on Africa Magic Showc
  
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• BBNaija Season 10 reunion to premiere June 8

  01-06-2026 16:44 via vanguardngr.com
  By Enitan AbdultawabThe organisers of Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) Season 10 have announced that the highly anticipated reunion show will officially premiere on June 8, bringing former housemates back to television for what is expected to be an emotional and drama-filled season.According to the organisers, the reunion will air on Africa Magic Showcase at 10 pm and Africa Magic Family at 10:30 pm, running from Monday to Friday.In a post shared on Instagram, MultiChoice Nigeria said viewers should
  
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• Davido, Skepta, Spyro and other Nigerian entertainers call out the government over insecurity

  01-06-2026 16:25 via thenet.ng
  
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  British-Nigerian rapper, Skepta, has joined other Nigerian celebrities in calling for improvement and change, highlighting the growing hardship, insecurity, and economic challenges facing the country.Over the last few months, Nigerians have complained about the high cost of living and rising insecurity in the country. The conversations grew louder following the rece
  
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• Kidnapping: Bandits have more online visibility than authorities – Nasboi

  01-06-2026 15:08 via thesun.ng
  
  Content creator and singer, Nasboi said the government’s response to kidnapping and other violent crimes has been disappointing, noting that bandits seem to have greater online visibility than the authorities.
  He observed that the unscrupulous elements regularly create content on social media without any hindrance, warning that this could create an impression that non-state actors were stronger than the government.
  Nasboi stated this in a video posted on Facebook on Monday following the fr
  
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• Juliana Olayode defends clerics amid criticism over silence on insecurity

  01-06-2026 13:58 via vanguardngr.com
  By Enitan AbdultawabNollywood actress Juliana Olayode has defended Nigerian pastors facing criticism over their perceived silence on the wave of attacks, kidnappings and insecurity across the country.The actress, in a recent Instagram post, argued that religious leaders should not be judged solely by their public statements on social media, stressing that meaningful actions often take place away from the public eye.“I’ve been seeing a lot of videos of people calling out pastors,&rdq
  
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• Full List: Tems, Dave’s ‘Raindance’ makes Spotify’s 2026 summer songs predictions

  01-06-2026 13:31 via vanguardngr.com
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeBritish-Nigerian rapper Dave and Nigerian Grammy-winning singer Tems have secured a place on Spotify’s highly anticipated 2026 Songs of Summer predictions list, with their hit collaboration “Raindance” emerging as one of the tracks tipped to dominate global playlists this summer.Spotify unveiled the 30-song selection on May 29 through its official newsroom, describing the list as tracks its global editorial team believes could shape “summer 2026&rsqu
  
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• Why Nigerian celebrities stay silent on insecurity – Portable

  01-06-2026 13:25 via thesun.ng
  
  Controversial musician Habeeb Okikiola Badmus, better known as Portable, has stated that he cannot protest the country’s insecurity, stating that he is afraid of being arrested if he speaks out against the issue.
  The Zazu crooner said this in response to British-Nigerian rapper Skepta’s call for Nigerian celebrities to speak out against the country’s deteriorating economic conditions and rising insecurity.
  Portable stated that it is safer for Nigerians in the diaspora to protes
  
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