Former Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) contestant, Angel JB Smith, has responded to critics who suggested that her recent weight loss was a result of using the Ozempic drug. During an Instagram live session on January 18, 2025, Angel Smith displayed her noticeably slimmer physique, crediting her transformation to regular gym workouts and abstaining from alcohol.

Radio is about to get more enjoyable and entertaining as the legendary radio personality DJ Fresh returns on-air. Social media has been buzzing as DJ Fresh recently teased his comeback to the radio industry. According to The South African, DJ Fresh, whose real name is Thato Sikwane, excitedly shared that he would return to radio in April 2025. This was after the star took a four-year-long hiatus after a sexual assault case against him and DJ Euphonik, which led to them being relieved from their radio show in 2021.

Efe Omorogbe recently shared a video on his social media platform, revealing his direct involvement in the mediation process that took place on May 13, 2024, aimed at resolving disputes between Eezee T and his former signees, Mercy Chinwo and Judikay. In his account, he identified the members of the mediation team, which included himself, Eezee T’s attorney, the legal representatives of Mercy Chinwo, Judikay’s counsel, and Apostle Anselm Madubuko.

In a recent post on her Instagram account, the dynamic actress highlighted the necessity of taking action and remaining committed to personal growth. Furthermore, she urged individuals to persist in their efforts to evolve into a better version of themselves. She wrote on Instagram: “Do what needs to be done. Stay at it. Keep iterating whatever version of who you are and the things you are working on till it becomes the best version. Cheers to your success. Wumi Toriola.”

Tiwa Savage, the renowned Afrobeats artist, stirred considerable excitement on social media with a recent video showcasing her vacation with her son. The brief clip featured Tiwa Savage in a striking green bikini while enjoying a shower. On Sunday, January 19, she shared this video along with additional footage highlighting her holiday experiences with her son, Jamil Balogun, on her Instagram story. The video prompted admiration from many netizens, who praised her youthful appearance despite her being 44 years old. Conversely, some individuals expressed strong disapproval of the video, criticizing its nudity in light of societal expectations for women of her age. They also condemned her for displaying her body in such a manner while on vacation with her son.

Nigerian disc jockey Oluwaforijimi Amu, known as DJ Jimmy Jatt, has shared insights into his health struggles, culminating in a kidney transplant. In 2022, the artist known for his hit “Stylee” disclosed that he had successfully undergone a kidney transplant. During a recent appearance on the Channels TV program “Rubbin Minds” hosted by Ebuka, Jatt recounted that he lost his vision in 2020 and was subsequently diagnosed with chronic kidney disease following surgery aimed at restoring his sight. He explained that his health issues began when he sought to broaden his horizons after spending the majority of his life in Nigeria. He said, “Maybe I caused it for myself because in 2019 I said that I wanted to spend more time out of the country. I’ve lived all my life in Nigeria, especially Lagos. So I wanted to explore the world; Europe, America, everywhere.

In a surprising twist, Portable’s ex-girlfriend Queen Dami is back in the spotlight for criticism after her friend shared details about their relationship. With the recent online drama, it seems like the internet has had its fill. In a recent video, Queen Dami’s close friend shares her thoughts and criticizes the former wife of the late Alaafin of Oyo. The friend claims that Dami frequently returns to Portable Zazu, whose real name is Habeed Okiki Badmus. She mentioned that Dami often praises Portable’s skills in the bedroom whenever they meet and insists he is the only one who can satisfy her. Additionally, the friend pointed out that Dami has expressed a desire to marry Portable because she prefers not to work. Dami’s best friend revealed that she had suggested money-making ideas to Dami several times but was quite serious about it. The short clip managed to grab the attention of a lot of internet users.

Well-known Nigerian comedian Mariam Apaokagi, also called Taaooma or Tao, has seemingly responded to those who promised her a bigger backside after she had her first child. GistLover previously reported that Taaooma became a mother for the first time in December 2024 when she and her husband, Abula Abdul Azeez Oladimeji Greene, welcomed a baby girl. A few weeks after the birth, it seems Taaooma was hoping for some changes in her body, particularly in her backside. On Sunday, January 19, Taaooma connected with her fans by posting a humorous video where she showed her backside, implying that nothing was different. She mentioned that people had misled her about changes to her backside, as she felt no difference at all. A caption on the video read : “Your bumbum will grow big after you give birth.”

Ivy Ifeoma, the spouse of renowned Nigerian musician Paul Okoye, has recently enchanted her audience with delightful photographs featuring herself and her daughter, Imani. The influencer, who gave birth to her first child late last year, posted the beautiful images on Instagram, accompanied by the succinct caption, “Mother.” These touching mother-daughter snapshots quickly received an overwhelming amount of admiration from her followers. In October, GistLover reported that Paul and Ifeoma welcomed their baby girl in the United States. Paul Okoye shared an emotional video capturing the moment his older children met their new sibling, showcasing the joy and happiness that the past months have brought to their family.

Singer Timaya has proclaimed Rema as the frontrunner of the new generation of Nigerian artists. In a recent discussion with Cool FM, the ‘Dem Mama’ artist conveyed his respect for Rema, characterizing him as an “intentional” musician. Timaya noted that Rema’s distinctive fashion sense and musical approach set him apart from his contemporaries. “I’m a fan of Rema. Among all the young boys [new generational musicians], he’s at the top. Rema is their dad. You don’t know? See his abss, his dress sense, crazy! “He’s intentional; his music, his stage performance are amazing. And he’s a find young boy,”

Influencer and entrepreneur May Edochie has shared a video featuring the interior of her gorgeous mansion, which amazed her fans. As she walked through her roomy home, she offered important advice on creating wealth in the current difficult economic climate. The video displayed the mansion’s chic staircase and spacious layout, quickly catching the eye of her audience. While she concentrated on teaching her fans about business and financial growth, the gorgeous surroundings captured everyone’s attention, with many fans admiring the mansion’s elegant design. May’s followers swamped the comments, praising the home’s beauty and speculating if it was the house that Yul Edochie’s second wife, Judy Austin, once wished to call home.

In a post on his Instagram story, Ruger revealed that he will be releasing his next album 'Blown Boy' in March 2025. The sophomore LP comes off the back of his 2024 joint project 'RnB' with foe turn friend BNXN. Ruger's next album is preceded with the release of the singles 'Luv Again' and 'Make Way'. More recently he released 'Toma Toma' featuring Tiwa Savage. The album is also going to be Ruger's second project since he parted ways with Jonzing World in 2023 to set up his Blown Boy imprint which also happens to be the title of his upcoming album. Since breaking into the mainstream in 2020 with his hit-filled EP 'Pandemic', Ruger has become one of Afrobeats' most versatile hitmakers.

Nigerian singer Joeboy has recounted how his inability to pay school fees as a child inspired him to open his foundation to pay the school fees of children in a similar position. Speaking to media personality Isi Ijewere on the Backstage Banter with Isi show, the singer recalled how often he used to get sent home for owing school fees and how embarrassing it became for him. "When I was younger, I used to owe school fees a lot and it used to get embarrassing. When I was in jss3 , the secretary that used to come names of those owing fees came and before she even began announcing, the whole class said my name 'Akinfewa joseph'. It pained me!" As a result of the embarrassment, young Joeboy refused to return to that school and changed institutions.

Veteran Nigerian actress Ini Edo has gone into detail about her struggles with fertility, which eventually spurred her decision to have a daughter via a surrogate. Edo got candid about her struggles on the recent episode of the Young Famous & African reality TV show, revealing that she had always wanted children. I got married at the age of 26 because I thought that at 31, I'd have been done with childbearing and I'd have returned and faced my career. I've tried, and I've had like 6 miscarriages, I don't like getting into it. It wasn't a fancy way out for me, I have always wanted to do this. I have tried! I have done IVF, I have lost pregnancies midway through and I know what I have dealt with as a woman.

Grammy-nominated singer Asake has earned two new certifications in the United Kingdom thanks to his successful debut album. 'Mr Money With The Vibe' released in 2022 is now eligible for a Brit Gold certification, marking Asake's first gold album plaque in the United Kingdom. Buoyed by the hit songs, 'Sungba', 'Organise', and 'Jowo', the album enjoyed impressive success in the United Kingdom where it received the summit of the UK Apple Music Album chart. Asake's hit single 'Sungba' has also earned a Brit silver plaque. This feat further underpins Asake's commercial success in the United Kingdom where he has headlined multiple venues including the iconic O2 Arena.

Two weeks after his pre-wedding photos with three brides went viral, Delta State-based highlife musician Arube ‘Isoko Fela One’ Otor on Sunday married them. On 1 January, PREMIUM TIMES reported that Isoko Fela One generated significant social media attention when a flyer announcing his wedding to Oghenekome, Ewoma, and Oghenekaro went viral. The singer, renowned for his Isoko Highlife music, married the three women at the Anglican Church Field in London Base, Uzere Kingdom, Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State. Isoko Fela One, the founder of the Aruba dance band with over 10 albums, donned matching outfits with his wives, complemented by white caps with black accents, in videos posted on his band’s Facebook page, ‘Dr Arube Musical Band a.ka isoko fella.’

The saying, ‘old flames die hard,’ seemed to hold as Fuji maestro King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, known as Kwam1, reunited with his estranged wife, Fathia ‘Titi Marshal’ Titilola, during his mother’s burial in Ijebu, Ogun State. Kwam1 announced the death of his mother, Halima Anifowoshe, on Saturday, and per Islamic rites, she was buried the same day. The emotional moment [laying his mother to rest] was marked by tears rolling down the 67-year-old cheeks as he bid farewell to his mother. A viral video from the burial showed Ms Marshal and Kwam1’s newest wife, Emmanuella Aderopo, offering condolences to him.

Fans and friends of popular Nigerian social media influencer, Tunde Ednut, have taken to the streets of Accra, Ghana to donate food to the needy - as a way of celebrating the super star. About 1,000 needy people on the streets of Madina and East Legon in Accra were fed on January 18, 2024, ahead of Tunde's birthday on January 20. Tunde's fans in Ghana expressed immense joy as they recalled how he has positively impacted their careers and their lives as a whole. Speaking to MyNigeria's journalist, Barbara Esinam Bonney, the organizer of the food donation programme, Ugo Chwuku, stated that it was important for them to gather to celebrate Tunde, as he was a selfless personality who lifts people up once he sees their potential.

Nigerian musician Raoul John Njeng-Njeng better known as Skales has aired his opinions over the recent passing of an EFCC official, arguing that it is appropriate. On Monday, January 20, 2025, the singer expressed this opinion in a tweet from his official X account. It is significant to mention that the internet community has been ablaze in recent days after an EFCC official was shot and killed during a raid on the home of a suspected online scammer in Anambra. Skales responded by saying that he has no pity for the officer or the Commission. He wrote, "I wish more bad tings happen to them so I can celebrate I hate them and I will never forget what they did.

Stanley Ontop has come under fire from Nollywood actress Eucharia Anunobi for spreading false information about her marriage and her profession. The conflict between the actress and Stanley Ontop began when he posted a picture of Eucharia Anunobi with her late son on his social media page with a caption suggesting that her late son's sickle cell disease had negatively impacted her marriage and career. The article, "SICKLE CELL ENDED MY MARRIAGE AND ALSO MY CAREER," described in detail how Eucharia's career and marriage declined as a result of repeated hospital stays, medical expenses, and other associated difficulties. Stanley Ontop wrote, “S.ICKLE CELL ENDED MY MARRIAGE AND ALSO MY CAREER” Actress Eucharia Anunobi recounts I got married in 2000 and had a son, Raymond. From the moment I had him, my marriage began to hit the rocks. It was one hospital visit after another, one medical expense to another. The experience halted our lives and put a strain on our love.

Mzansi rapper Big Zulu saved somebody's livestock from them. He allegedly fought off robbers who almost made away with the livestock. Big Zulu has since gone viral on Twitter as he apparently did this at 2 AM and waited for the police to arrive and arrest those involved. "Big up to Big Zulu, who ended up arriving at 2am full of mud & all as he had to fight the thieves that he caught in the act of stealing goats. He took the risk to save someone’s stock that he didn’t even know. Luckily, the Police arrived swiftly & the perpetrators were apprehended."

Businesswoman, Neema Aloyce has apologised to actress and media personality Minnie Dlamini. Aloyce trended on social media on Monday, 20 January when she claimed that Dlamini had broken her "happy" home and stolen her baby daddy, Dr Brian Monaisa. This comes after the father of her son shared cosy photos, and videos of himself and Dlamini on his Instagram account a week ago.

Popular South African media personality Moegamat Ighsaan Osman, better known by his stage name DJ Menace, has opened up about his illustrious career spanning over a decade and a half. DJ Menace is undoubtedly one of Durban's most popular DJs on the dance music scene. The star, who has been in the industry for more than 15 years, recently spoke to Briefly News about the most defining moments of his career and how they have shaped the artist he is today. "I was a resident DJ at Max Lifestyle in Umlazi for six years, and I would like to thank Mr Max Mngadi for giving me the opportunity to be recognised at his establishment. I have also headlined many events alongside big names in the industry, such as DJ Tira, Fresh, Euphonik, and Kent, just to name a few.

It appears that the rumours surrounding Gogo Maweni's arrest were true after a video of her first court appearance went viral. Gogo Maweni appears in court As Mzansi waits for more news about Gogo Maweni's arrest, the famous sangoma made her first court appearance on 20 January 2025. She is said to be facing assault charges with the intent to cause grievous bodily harm, a charge allegedly dating back to 2019. This comes after Gogo Skhotheni accused Maweni of murder, among other things, and it appears that peeps are yet to learn more about the controversial sangoma's alleged deeds.