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Nollywood actress Tope Osoba dies after breast cancer battle

Nollywood actress Tope Osoba dies after breast cancer battle

Nollywood actress Tope Osoba has died after a prolonged battle with breast cancer. She was 40. The actress reportedly passed away on Wednesday, with fellow actress...

I’m unbeatable in a free and fair election - Davido

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I’m unbeatable in a free and fair election – Davido

Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has declared that he would be difficult to defeat in any free and fair election in Nigeria if...

Nigerian highlife star Chinedu Okoli, popularly known as Flavour, has shared a deeply personal story about overcoming a two-year addiction, revealing that the experience remains one of the most challenging periods of his life. Speaking during a candid TikTok Live session with fans and friends, the award-winning singer disclosed that the addiction began after he lost contact with the woman he said he lost his virginity to at the age of 24. According to Flavour, the emotional impact of the separation left him struggling to cope, eventually leading him into a cycle he found difficult to break. The singer explained that, at the time, there were no smartphones or instant messaging platforms. He said the woman had given him her email address, but after repeatedly visiting cyber cafés in hopes of receiving a reply without success, he eventually gave up. Flavour admitted that the situation led him to seek unhealthy ways of dealing with his emotions, describing the addiction as something that gradually took control of his life. He said the problem became so overwhelming that he felt ashamed and isolated, unsure of who to confide in. Determined to find help, the musician said he approached his mother’s pastor, who offered him spiritual guidance through prayers, Bible passages and a 21-day fasting programme. Although he initially believed he was making progress, Flavour revealed that he relapsed within days after returning to perform at a show. He later sought advice from an older Cameroonian bassist in his band, whom he trusted enough to tell about his struggle. According to Flavour, the conversation marked a turning point in his life, helping him gradually overcome the addiction after battling it for two years. Reflecting on the experience, the singer said speaking openly about the issue was important because many people silently deal with similar struggles but are too embarrassed to ask for help. He encouraged those facing personal challenges to confide in trusted individuals rather than suffer in silence. Flavour, who rose to fame with his 2010 hit Nwa Baby (Ashawo Remix), has since become one of Nigeria’s most celebrated highlife musicians, known for blending traditional African sounds with contemporary music. His latest revelation has sparked widespread reactions online, with many fans commending his honesty and courage in discussing such a sensitive chapter of his life.

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Flavour shares emotional story of beating addiction after two years

By Ihuoma Inyama Nigerian highlife star Chinedu Okoli, popularly known as Flavour, has shared a deeply personal story about overcoming a two-year addiction, revealing that...

Tyla drops Lagos from A-POP World tour after boycott campaign

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Tyla drops Lagos from A-POP World tour after boycott campaign

Grammy-winning South African singer Tyla has removed Lagos from the schedule of her A*POP World Tour, following an intense online boycott campaign by Nigerians over...

Ayra Starr opens up about major surgery, assures fans of recovery

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Ayra Starr opens up about major surgery, assures fans of recovery

By Ihuoma Inyama Nigerian Afrobeats star Ayra Starr has revealed that she recently underwent a major surgical procedure, explaining her sudden disappearance from social media...

Adebayo’s ex-wife denies rumours linking Toyin Abraham, Funke Akindele to marriage crash

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Adebayo’s ex-wife denies rumours linking Toyin Abraham, Funke Akindele to marriage crash

Omotayo Sanusi, the former wife of Nollywood actor Femi Adebayo, has publicly addressed the collapse of their marriage, dismissing long-standing rumours that actresses Toyin...

Peter Okoye calls out Rudeboy over public shade amid language controversy

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Peter Okoye calls out Rudeboy over public shade amid language controversy

By Ihuoma Inyama The long-running rift between former P-Square members Peter Okoye and his twin brother, Paul Okoye, popularly known as Rudeboy, has taken another...

Tyla’s planned Nigeria concert sparks boycott campaign as xenophobia debate resurfaces

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Tyla’s planned Nigeria concert sparks boycott campaign as xenophobia debate resurfaces

South African Grammy-winning singer Tyla is facing mounting controversy ahead of her scheduled performance in Nigeria after Nigerian writer and social commentator Solomon Buchi...

Ayra Starr unveils first look at Hollywood debut in ‘Children of Blood and Bone’ teaser

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Ayra Starr unveils first look at Hollywood debut in ‘Children of Blood and Bone’ teaser

By Ihuoma Inyama Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr has thrilled fans worldwide after appearing in a newly released behind-the-scenes teaser for the highly anticipated...

12-year-old Nigerian actor Chibuchi Francis wins bronze at global performing arts championship

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12-year-old Nigerian actor Chibuchi Francis wins bronze at global performing arts championship

By Ihuoma Inyama Twelve-year-old Nigerian actor Chibuchi David Francis has brought international recognition to the country after clinching a bronze medal in the Acting...