The Buzz: Trending Entertainment News
The entertainment scene has been buzzing with drama, revelations, and heartwarming moments — from debunked rumours and musical tributes to reunions, controversies, and shocking confessions. Here are the top stories making waves:
Nigerian superstar Kizz Daniel has dismissed viral claims that a court froze his bank accounts over a contract dispute. His management described the story as “false and malicious,” stressing that no such case exists and vowing legal action against those behind the rumour.
Fuji legend Saheed Osupa basked in global recognition after Grammy winner Burna Boy named him as his greatest musician of all time during a chat with tennis icon Roger Federer. Osupa hailed the tribute as a monumental moment for Fuji music and Nigeria’s cultural heritage.
In a family highlight, Priscilla Ojo, daughter of Nollywood star Iyabo Ojo, reunited with her Tanzanian husband, Juma Jux, in Tanzania alongside their newborn son, Rakeem Mkambala. The reunion follows weeks apart, with Priscilla giving birth in Canada while Jux was denied a visa.
Meanwhile, Burna Boy stirred controversy after clarifying that while Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti was a “big influence,” he wasn’t an inspiration for his music. He revealed that his earliest musical sparks came from R&B and rap albums gifted to him as a child. The statement shocked fans, given Burna’s frequent sampling of Fela’s work in his own hits.
On the Nollywood front, actress Eniola Ajao confirmed the prosecution of blogger Adabasioni Oluwafemi Aseoro, who circulated and allegedly manipulated a viral video from the burial of Odunlade Adekola’s father. She accused him of cyberbullying and defamation, revealing he was jailed and has since apologised publicly.
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