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Burna Boy sells out England's biggest indoor arena in landmark concert

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In another landmark feat, Burna Boy recently sold out The Co-op Manchester which is England’s biggest indoor Arena.

The concert which took place on April 21, 2025, comes just days after the Grammy winner made history by filling up the 80,000 capacity Stade De France in Paris.

At his Manchester concert, Burna Boy thrilled fans to a rendition of the hit records with which he has built one of the most enviable touring repertoires for an African popstar.

Similar to his Paris show, he brought out Nigerian street hop sensation Shallipopi, with whom he performs the remix of his single ‘Laho’, which is quickly becoming a global viral song.

He also welcomed Joé Dwèt Filé, joining him on stage to perform their collaboration ‘4KampeII’, after they both performed at the Stade De France.

Following his sold out Manchester concert, the hitmaker will be returning on stage on April 24 as an headliner for the Jazz & Heritage Festival New Orleans.

2025 is already off to an eventful start for the superstar who has announced a new album titled ‘No Sign of Weakness’ expected to be released later in the year.

The album, which will be his 8th LP, has been preceded by the Grammy-nominated single ‘Higher’ and ‘Bundle By Bundle’ both released in 2024.

Earlier in 2025, he released ‘Update’, which further raised anticipation for his upcoming album.


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Burna Boy’s last album, ‘I Told Them’, enjoyed commercial success and has become a big part of his performance lineup. Fans will be expecting the same from his next album, whose title suggests he has no intentions of slowing down.


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Froshdada set to ignite summer with 'Get Inside' – A vibrant Afrobeat, Afroswing, Afrofusion single

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Yusuf Adeyi Ogunlade with stage name Froshdada is an emerging artiste known for his unique style and captivating stage presence. 

Froshdada is thrilled to announce the release of his highly anticipated single, “Get Inside,” on June 6th. With “Get Inside,” he’s poised to make a significant impact on the music scene, bringing the essence of Lagos’s buzzing lifestyle to a global audience.

“Get Inside” is a captivating blend of Afrobeat, Afro-swing, and afro-fusion that embodies the vibrant energy of Lagos’s bustling lifestyle. Inspired by the city’s infectious rhythms and street-smart attitude, Froshdada’s latest offering promises to get you moving and grooving all summer long.

He lays emphasis on the street phrase, ‘good girls love bad boys, bad boy being a street wise champ using street knowledge to bag a baddie! A common occurrence in the city of Lagos.

Froshdada’s music is a reflection of his street-wise persona, infused with a dash of charm and charisma. With “Get Inside,” he’s taking a fresh approach to Afro-pop, blending top West African sounds with a hint of Ghanaian vibes to create a pure African art experience.

Get ready for the ultimate summer anthem!

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Desmond Elliot recounts narrow escape during EndSARS protests

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Desmond Elliot, the actor-turned-politician and Lagos lawmaker, recently opened up about a harrowing experience during the 2020 EndSARS protests, an ordeal that nearly cost him his life.

In a candid conversation on Nollywood On Radio, Elliot recalled being stranded in his Surulere constituency office after the government-imposed curfew took effect. Unable to return to his home in Lekki, he opted to stay overnight in the office, unaware that danger was quietly closing in.

The 51-year-old said he was unwinding and watching TV when an unexpected commotion broke the stillness. From outside, he heard the frantic voice of his landlady’s daughter, trying to protect him by yelling, “he doesn’t stay here!”

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What came next, Elliot described, was pure chaos. A Molotov cocktail, essentially a glass bottle filled with petrol and ignited, was thrown directly into the office. Flames erupted instantly. “I have never been so scared in my life,” he admitted.

“When there was curfew during the EndSARS period, a lot of bad boys came into Surulere and because of the curfew, I could not go home,” he recounted. I was stuck in Lekki, so I could not go home and has to go back to my office in Surulere. I was inside my office and never knew there was going to be anything so I was watching the TV in my office because I had the intention to spend the night at the office. Next thing, I heard my landlady’s daughter screaming, saying I don’t stay there. When I knew there was a problem was when a bottle with fuel and fire was thrown into my office, and it caught fire. I had to call the chief of staff for help. I have never been so scared in my life, it was horrible.”

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Back in 2020, during the peak of the nationwide protests against police brutality, Desmond Elliot drew intense criticism for his public comments on youth behaviour and social media.

His remarks became the stuff of internet legend, with Nigerians on Twitter swiftly turning him into a viral meme and naming him “Nigeria Twitter’s number one scapegoat.”


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While he’s since attempted to clarify his stance, this recent revelation sheds light on the real fears and dangers public figures may have faced behind the scenes.

Still, the timing of this confession, years after the protests, has left some wondering if this is an attempt at image repair or a sincere moment of vulnerability. Either way, Elliot’s story is a chilling reminder of how tense those days truly were.

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Mercy Chinwo’s ex-manager, EeZeeTee granted ₦20m bail over alleged $397,106 forex fraud

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The Federal High Court in Lagos has granted the former manager of gospel recording artist and performer Mercy Chinwo, Ezekiel ThankGod Onyedikachukwu, popularly known as EeZeeTee, bail in the sum of ₦20 million over allegations of a $397,106 foreign exchange transaction fraud.

According to Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke who presided over the case on Friday, the bail must be secured with one surety who resides in Lagos and owns property of equal value.

The court gave EeZeeTee 72 hours to meet the condition, following his earlier release to his lawyer, Mr Ojukwu Chikaosolu.

Recall that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) initially charged EeZeeTee with 14 counts of fraudulent conversion but later amended the charges to seven counts, accusing him of engaging in unlicensed foreign exchange transactions.

The prosecuting counsel, Bilikisu Buhari-Bala, stated, “In June 2023, the defendant, without authorisation from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), negotiated a foreign exchange transaction worth $52,895 with one Mr Oladotun Olaobaju Mureke.”

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She affirmed that this act violates Sections 5 and 29(1)(c) of the Foreign Exchange (Monitoring and Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, Cap F34, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004, and is punishable under Section 29(2) of the same Act.

While EeZeeTee pleaded not guilty to the amended charges, the case has been adjourned to 20 June 2025 for trial.

The music promoter was arraigned on Wednesday before Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos.


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According to the EFCC, ThankGod, along with his company, Eezee Global Concepts Limited, is standing trial on an amended seven-count charge bordering on alleged foreign exchange malpractice and money laundering, amounting to $397,106.

The defendant was previously standing trial before Justice Owoeye of the Federal High Court in Ikoyi before the matter was reassigned to Justice Aneke.

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