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• Isreal ‘DMW’ Afeare is a prominent Nigerian socialite and close friend of musician Davido.
• He recently opened up on social media about personal challenges he faces at home.
• Isreal highlighted that despite paying his rent, he struggles with living conditions.

Isreal ‘DMW’ Afeare, a well-known Nigerian socialite and close associate of music star Davido, sparked conversations on social media after revealing the challenges he faces at home.

Taking to his Instagram account, Isreal shared a post highlighting the difficulties he endures despite paying his rent. According to him, he is often forced to stay outside his house to enjoy fresh air and maintain a stable internet connection.

In his post, Isreal included a photo of himself sitting outside in a white bathrobe while using his phone, capturing a moment of his daily struggle.

He wrote:

“Person go pay house rent finish, network and fresh air go dey outside. Na wa.”

• Basketmouth, a renowned Nigerian comedian, actor, and singer, has expressed concern about the negative impact of children on their parents’ bank accounts.
• Basketmouth shared a heartwarming Instagram photo of himself, his daughter, and his son.
• The filmmaker emphasized the significance of teaching children life lessons, stating that while parents teach these lessons, children also teach parents a significant lesson about their bank account.

Famous Nigerian comedian, actor, and singer Bright Okpocha, better known as Basketmouth, has shared his thoughts on the financial impact children have on their parents’ lives.

In a heartfelt Instagram post, Basketmouth shared a charming photo of himself with his daughter and son. Reflecting on the lessons children teach their parents, he humorously stated, “While we teach our children the lessons of life, they teach our bank account a greater lesson.”

The post also comes after an emotional video Basketmouth shared of himself taking his son, Jason Okpocha, to college in the United Kingdom. In the video, he captured poignant moments, such as their flight together, registering him at his hostel, and the emotional hug between father and son. He admitted to shedding tears over the high cost of the institution and his sadness about missing his son.

Basketmouth also commemorated Jason’s 16th birthday with a special tribute, declaring the day a public holiday for his son, whom he called a king, and proudly expressed that his firstborn is his “everything.”

In a more personal update, Basketmouth and his wife, Elsie, made headlines in 2022 when they announced the end of their marriage. Though the comedian did not share the reasons behind their separation, he emphasized their commitment to peacefully co-parenting their children and requested privacy during the difficult time.

Nigerian barman Pascal Chubuike, also known as Cubana Chief Priest, is praising Big Brother Naija Pepper Dem winner Mercy Eke.

Nigerian celebrity barman Pascal Chubuike, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, has showered praise on Big Brother Naija Pepper Dem winner Mercy Eke after seeing her new Lamborghini.

Taking to his Instagram page, Cubana Chief Priest shared a video of the reality star showing off her luxury car, declaring that Mercy’s Lamborghini is the “craziest Lambo in Lagos.” He expressed his admiration for the car’s stunning interior, highlighting how it reflects Mercy’s impressive status and success.

Cubana Chief Priest, known for his flamboyant lifestyle, also pointed out how Mercy’s car embodies her elevated level of achievement, further solidifying her place among the elite.

“Mercy’s Lambo Is The Cráziest Lambo In This Lagos, Film The Interior, Film Her @audemarspiguet No @official_mercyeke Money Long.
Money Wey Get Masters

• Actor Yul Edochie’s music signee, V.ic, has expressed his struggle with economic hardship on his page.
• V.ic shared a video revealing that he spends between N750 and N800K daily.
• He expressed concern for those without an income source and inquired about their current economic struggles.

V.ic, a music artist signed under actor Yul Edochie’s label, has opened up about the current economic hardship and how he manages to survive it.

In a video shared on his social media page, V.ic revealed that he spends between ₦750,000 to ₦800,000 every day. He expressed deep concern for Nigerians without a steady income, wondering how they manage to navigate the ongoing financial crisis.

The artist also disclosed that ever since he ventured into music, his inbox has been flooded with messages from people seeking financial assistance. According to him, he allocates about ₦100,000 daily for giveaways to fans in need.

“Even gari wey be poor man food be luxury now. How does the poor mass survive? This is not something to joke about. Where I stay on the Island, I spend not less than N700k”.

“There is nothing I can show for the money I spend. But by the end of the week, about N700K or N800K is gone. I always get messages from my fans, and billing messages, even this morning I spent not less than N100K because of the giveaway.”

• Bimbo Afolayan drew attention online after sharing a video on her verified Instagram account, showcasing her noticeably lighter complexion.
• Dressed in a sleek black jalab and matching headscarf, Afolayan confidently displayed her transformed skin tone

Popular actress and entrepreneur Bimbo Afolayan drew attention online after sharing a video on her verified Instagram account, showcasing her noticeably lighter complexion.

Dressed in a sleek black jalab and matching headscarf, Afolayan confidently displayed her transformed skin tone — including areas like her knees and knuckles, which often remain darker for many individuals.

Afolayan, who describes herself as both a skincare expert and an award-winning therapist, accompanied the clip with the song Screaming Beauty by Shoday and Olivetheboy, adding a touch of flair to the post. In her caption, she appeared to embrace her new look and message with confidence.

“I pride myself on being a smart woman, A solid woman, A growing woman, A healing woman

A relatable woman, Versatile, Dynamic, Not just a pretty woman, I am the back up.”

Mexican actor Manuel Masalva, widely recognized for his portrayal of Ramón Arellano Félix in Narcos: Mexico, is currently in a medically induced coma due to a serious infection, fellow actor Mario Morán revealed on Thursday.

 In a video posted on TikTok, Morán explained that Masalva contracted a “very aggressive virus” while on vacation. He did not specify the location of the trip but said the situation remains “delicate.” Masalva was hospitalized and placed in a coma as doctors continued to monitor his condition.

“He’s fighting, and we’re hoping for the best,” Morán said in Spanish, urging fans to support the actor and keep him in their thoughts. A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to assist with medical expenses, as Masalva is believed to still be abroad.

 Masalva gained international recognition for his role in Narcos: Mexico, where he portrayed one of the co-founders of the Tijuana Cartel, who was killed in a 2002 shootout. Beyond the hit Netflix series, Masalva has starred in a variety of television productions, including La Guzmán, Mi corazón es Tuyo, and the LGBTQ+-themed show Tengo que morir todas las noches.

Nigerian gospel artists Nathaniel Bassey, Mercy Chinwo, and Moses Bliss have achieved remarkable milestones on the global music stage, emerging among the most-streamed Nigerian acts on YouTube Music for the first quarter of 2025.

 According to data compiled by Debut Hub, Nathaniel Bassey recorded 52.8 million streams, Mercy Chinwo followed with 46.4 million, and Moses Bliss accumulated 41.5 million streams between January and March 2025.

Mercy Chinwo’s hit track “Excess Love” continues to resonate with listeners, having amassed 133 million plays. Nathaniel Bassey’s standout songs also performed impressively, with “Yahweh Sabaoth” garnering 25 million plays, “TOBECHUKWU” featuring Mercy Chinwo reaching 39 million, and “Jesus Iye” climbing to 32 million streams.

 Moses Bliss secured his place among the top 20, marking a significant moment for Nigerian gospel music on the global platform.

 In the same quarter, Rema maintained his dominance in the Nigerian music scene with a staggering 223 million streams. His global hit “Calm Down,” featuring Selena Gomez, has now reached a historic 2.5 billion plays on YouTube Music. Other top Nigerian artists who featured prominently in the rankings include Burna Boy with 171 million streams, Ayra Starr with 169 million, Davido with 113 million, and Wizkid with 102 million.

The complete list of the top 20 most-streamed Nigerian artists on YouTube Music in Q1 2025 is as follows:

Rema — 223M
Burna Boy — 171M
Ayra Starr — 169M
Davido — 113M
Wizkid — 102M
Omah Lay — 96.7M
Kizz Daniel — 67.9M
Ruger — 65.7M
CKay — 64.6M
Asake — 63.4M
Tems — 60.4M
Fireboy DML — 59.1M
Nathaniel Bassey — 52.8M
Oxlade — 52.4M
Tekno — 50.8M
Mercy Chinwo — 46.4M
Tiwa Savage — 45.3M
Victony — 42.5M
Moses Bliss — 41.5M
BNXN — 41M

Oba Abimbola Owoade has been crowned the 46th Alaafin of Oyo.

Owoade succeeds the 45th Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, who died on April 22, 2022, at 83.

The coronation took place at Olivet Baptist High School in Oyo, where Governor Seyi Makinde led a host of dignitaries.

Dignitaries present at the coronation included the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin; Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi; Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Ghandi Olaoye; Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi, and Aare Oona Kankanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, among others.

President Bola Tinubu was represented by the Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu.

Oba Owoade, who was presented with the staff of office and instrument of office on Monday, January 13, 2025, at the Governor’s Office in Ibadan, the state capital, ascends the throne after the late Oba Lamidi Adeyemi. 

The new monarch completed the compulsory 21-day traditional rites known as Oro Ipebi last Saturday, March 29.

Jose Mourinho has been hit with a three-match ban for pinching the nose of Galatasaray boss Okan Buruk after his Fenerbahce side was beaten in a fiery Istanbul derby on Wednesday, April 2.

Mourinho’s side suffered a disappointing 2-1 defeat in the quarter-final of the Turkish Cup, which led to a mass scuffle between both sets of players following the final whistle. 

After approaching Buruk from behind, Mourinho seemingly pinched his opposite number’s nose. Buruk, 51, then fell to the floor, covering his face with his hands.

Galatasaray accused the self-proclaimed Special One of ‘physically attacking’ Buruk. They also lodged a criminal complaint with the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office which was dismissed last Friday.

The Professional Football Disciplinary Board said they had taken Buruk’s actions into consideration, resulting in Mourinho being given a reduced suspension.

Mourinho, 62, was also slapped with a 292,500 Turkish Lira (£5,955) fine.

Mourinho will now miss crucial Turkish Super Lig matches against Trabzonspor, Sivasspor, and Kayserispor, with his side trailing leaders Galatasaray by six points.

Fenerbahce declared Buruk had acted ‘as if he had been shot’ before alleging he had also made ‘disrespectful hand gestures’ to provoke Mourinho in the melee.

Salvatore Foti, Mourinho’s assistant, was given a four-match ban for an ‘insult towards an opposing team player’ while Fenerbache midfielder Mert Yandas, sent off during a stoppage time fracas, will serve a one-match suspension.

Fenerbahce has thrown their weight behind Mourinho despite his role in the unsightly post-match bust-up, saying they ‘are not here to play by old rules’.

Board member Fethi Pekin told Sky Sports: ‘Mourinho represents everything this club is aiming for. Ambition, courage, and a relentless desire to win.

‘He does not take losing as an option.

‘He is not here to coach 90 minutes of football. He is here to build a winning culture, and sometimes that means speaking up and standing firm in the face of provocation.

‘What happened in the recent derby match was not just a football rivalry. It was an orchestrated effort to provoke our bench, our squad, our players, and our manager.

‘Mourinho responded with a fire in himself and defiance of someone who refuses to be intimidated. And let me say this very, very, very clearly, as the board of Fenerbahce, we are fully behind Jose Mourinho.

‘We did not hire Mourinho to adapt to this system.

‘We hired him to raise the bar. And raising the bar makes people uncomfortable. That is fine. We are not here to play by old rules.’

Newly-engaged businesswoman, Ifedayo Agoro has said that one’s partner is hiding something if they don’t grant unrestricted access to their phone. 

She wrote on X: “If you don’t have unrestricted access to your partner’s phone, they’re hiding something. Whatever they’re hiding may or may not be detrimental to your marriage/relationship but they’re definitely hiding something.” 

She added: “To those who have unrestricted access: 

“Do not weaponise this access and use it as a tool for control or manipulation. It will lead to resentment and distrust. 

“If you constantly check your partner’s phone, there’s a lack of trust in your relationship. This, is a much bigger issue.”