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  • Meet the Most Searched Nigerians of 2025: From Natasha Akpoti to Mr Eazi

    Meet the Most Searched Nigerians of 2025: From Natasha Akpoti to Mr Eazi

    Photo Credit: Graphic via Instagram reel on 2025 most searched Nigerians

    A new year-end list of the most searched Nigerians in 2025 is making the rounds on social media, highlighting just how much politics, football and entertainment now overlap in the country’s celebrity culture.

    The viral reel names figures such as politician Natasha Akpoti, footballer Eberechi Eze, Rivers State governor Siminalayi Fubara, actress Chika Ike, singer Mr Eazi and filmmaker Kemi Adetiba among the top trending personalities of the year. The mix of public office holders and pop-culture figures shows how quickly Nigerians jump from governance debates to music and movie gist within the same timeline.

    Watch on Instagram: Most searched Nigerians in 2025

    Fans of the entertainment stars on the list used the post as a bragging-rights moment, celebrating their faves’ relevance and screenshotting search graphs. Others were more interested in the political names, joking that it is never a dull moment when it comes to Nigerian governance drama.

    Source: Instagram reel listing the top 10 most searched Nigerians in 2025.

  • These Nigerian Celebrities Look So Much Like Their Mums, It’s Almost Unreal

    These Nigerian Celebrities Look So Much Like Their Mums, It’s Almost Unreal

    Photo Credit: screenshot @nbgafrica Photos via Instagram celebrity-mum lookalike reel

    A fun new viral post has social media users seeing double after a Nigerian pop-culture page shared side-by-side photos of celebrities and their mothers who look strikingly alike.

    The reel features a mix of movie stars and music talents posing next to their mums at different stages of life. In some cases the resemblance is so strong that fans joked the mothers look like “older twins” of their famous children, with the same facial structure, smile and even signature poses.

    Commenters quickly turned the reel into a mini family appreciation thread, tagging their own parents and sharing throwback photos. Others used the opportunity to salute the “original fine girls and fine boys” behind their favourite celebrities, proving once again that Nigerians will always find a way to mix gist with wholesome content.

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    Source: @nbgafrica/ Instagram reel compilation showcasing Nigerian celebrities and their lookalike mums.

  • 2Baba’s Cryptic ‘Help Me’ Post Sparks Concern Before Singer Clears the Air

    2Baba’s Cryptic ‘Help Me’ Post Sparks Concern Before Singer Clears the Air

    Photo Credit: Thumbnail via YouTube recap of 2Baba ‘HELP ME’ saga

    Legendary Nigerian singer 2Baba briefly worried fans this week after a cryptic “HELP ME” message appeared on his Instagram page before being deleted minutes later.

    The post, which contained only the short plea and no caption, was quickly screenshotted and circulated across X, Instagram blogs and WhatsApp groups. Many long-time supporters expressed concern, urging people not to make jokes about the message and instead to check on the artiste’s well-being.

    Watch: BREAKING 2Baba Says ‘HELP ME’ Then Deletes Post! Teni, Nasboi & Fans Refuse To Back Down 2025

    Shortly afterwards, 2Baba moved to calm the situation, explaining in follow-up posts and comments that people should relax and that everything was under control. Fellow entertainers like Teni and comedian Nasboi also weighed in online, asking fans to be kind and avoid overreacting to moments they may not fully understand.

    The incident has since evolved into a broader conversation about how quickly social media can amplify worry around public figures, and why conversations about mental health and support for entertainers should be handled with care.

    Source: Online commentary and recap videos discussing 2Baba’s brief “HELP ME” post and the reactions that followed.

  • Flytime Fest 2025: Olamide, Davido, Asake and Flavour Set for Lagos Detty December Takeover

    Flytime Fest 2025: Olamide, Davido, Asake and Flavour Set for Lagos Detty December Takeover

    Detty December in Lagos is getting a major boost as Flytime Fest marks its 21st anniversary with a stacked Afrobeats lineup featuring Flavour, Olamide, Asake and Davido.

    According to the organisers, the four-day festival will run from December 22 to 25 at the Eko Convention Centre. Highlife superstar Flavour opens on December 22, Olamide headlines on the 23rd, Asake takes over on the 24th, and Davido shuts things down on Christmas Day.

    Over the years, Flytime Fest has grown into one of December’s signature events, drawing both local fans and diaspora returnees. This year’s billing has sparked fresh excitement online, with fans already arguing over which night will be the wildest, while some deep pockets are planning to attend all four shows.

    Source: Instagram/@theflytimefest
    , The Guardian Nigeria – preview of Flytime Fest 2025 lineup and schedule.

  • Wizkid Crowned Apple Music Nigeria’s 2025 Artist of the Year

    Wizkid Crowned Apple Music Nigeria’s 2025 Artist of the Year

    Photo Credit: Photo via Pulse Nigeria, Instagram/@wizkidayo

    Starboy continues to shine: Wizkid has been named Apple Music Nigeria’s Artist of the Year for 2025, topping the platform’s end-of-year rankings.

    According to Apple Music’s recap, Wizkid not only clinched the top artist spot but also secured Top Album of 2025: Nigeria with his project Morayo. The double win reinforces his status as one of Afrobeats’ most consistent global forces, still pulling massive streams years into his career.

    Wizkid FC wasted no time celebrating the achievement on X and Instagram, sharing streaming screenshots, edited graphics and throwback clips from the album’s rollout. Some fans used the moment to reignite debates about who owns the Afrobeats “GOAT” crown, while others simply congratulated Starboy for another landmark year.

    Source: Instagram, Pulse Nigeria – report on Wizkid topping Apple Music Nigeria’s 2025 year-end list.

  • Burna Boy, Wizkid, Rema, Asake and Ayra Starr Dominate Spotify’s 2025 Afrobeats List

    Burna Boy, Wizkid, Rema, Asake and Ayra Starr Dominate Spotify’s 2025 Afrobeats List

    Photo Credit: Ayomide T. Adebayo from Prudential Center , Newark NJ – Dec.12th, 2025

    Spotify has released fresh data on Afrobeats listening in 2025 – and Nigerian stars are front and centre. Burna Boy, Rema, Wizkid, Asake and Ayra Starr all feature prominently on the platform’s latest Afrobeats ranking, highlighting just how far the genre has travelled globally.

    The streaming giant noted that fans are now listening from Nigeria to Brazil and beyond, with songs by the Nigerian heavyweights placing highly in multiple territories. Burna Boy and Wizkid continue to enjoy deep catalog streams, while Rema’s global smash “Calm Down” refuses to slow down. Asake’s anthems and Ayra Starr’s hit singles also kept them locked among the most-streamed Afrobeats acts of the year.

    On Nigerian social media, the numbers were treated like a scorecard. Fans swapped bragging rights over who truly leads the Afrobeats wave, while others simply celebrated the fact that several Nigerian acts can now compete with global pop names on major platforms.

    Source: Instagram/ Punch Nigeria – report on Burna Boy, Wizkid, Rema, Asake and Ayra Starr on Spotify’s 2025 Afrobeats list.

  • Mercy Johnson’s Sweet Christmas Video With Husband Trends Amid Online Buzz

    Mercy Johnson’s Sweet Christmas Video With Husband Trends Amid Online Buzz

    Photo Credit: Photo via Legit.ng, Instagram/ @mercyjohnsonokojie

    Nollywood star Mercy Johnson-Okojie has once again melted hearts online after sharing a playful Christmas-themed video with her husband, Prince Odianosen Okojie.

    In the clip, the actress is seen hyping and teasing her husband as they pose and dance in a cosy setting, clearly in a festive mood ahead of the holidays. Fans flooded the comment section with laughing emojis, heart reactions and prayers for their home, praising the couple’s chemistry years into their marriage.

    Watch on Instagram:Mercy Johnson

    The video, however, also went viral on X at the same time as fresh online chatter about the family, with some users trying to drag the couple into controversy. Supporters quickly pushed back, insisting that Mercy’s focus on joy and family time was what mattered most and urging people not to ruin a wholesome moment with gossip.

    Source: Instagram/@mercyjohnsonokojie, Legit.ng – report on Mercy Johnson’s trending Christmas video with her husband.

  • Funke Akindele and Iyabo Ojo Fly Out Together for UK Premiere of Behind The Scenes

    Funke Akindele and Iyabo Ojo Fly Out Together for UK Premiere of Behind The Scenes

    Photo Credit: Video via Instagram @funkejenifaakindele / @iyaboojofespris (screenshot)

    A light-hearted travel video of Nollywood heavyweights Funke Akindele and Iyabo Ojo has delighted fans as the duo jetted off to the United Kingdom for the international premiere of Funke’s new movie Behind The Scenes.

    The clip, posted on Instagram, shows the actresses laughing, chatting and filming each other as they head to the airport and board their flight. For many fans, the cheerful energy between the two women was just as exciting as the film itself, especially given how often Nollywood friendships and feuds become talking points online.

    Comment sections quickly filled with fans celebrating the support among the actresses and hyping the movie’s UK cinema run. Others joked that the UK was not ready for the duo’s combined “wahala” on premiere night, turning the travel vlog into instant Detty December content.

    Source: Instagram/ Instagram @funkejenifaakindele / @iyaboojofespris, reel highlighting Funke Akindele and Iyabo Ojo’s trip to the UK for the Behind The Scenes premiere.

  • Davido Shows His Islamic Side in Viral Video Ahead of Saudi Shows

    Davido Shows His Islamic Side in Viral Video Ahead of Saudi Shows

    Photo Credit: Photo via Legit.ng / @davido

    A new behind-the-scenes clip of Afrobeats star Davido has warmed hearts online after he was seen fluently using Arabic phrases while preparing for shows in Saudi Arabia.

    In the video, shared by his team and picked up by entertainment blogs, Davido is heard greeting and responding in Arabic as he interacts with members of his Saudi entourage. Many fans were reminded that the singer comes from a family with deep Islamic roots, despite often being more publicly associated with a Christian upbringing and Western lifestyle.

    The clip quickly trended on X and Instagram, with Saudi and Nigerian fans alike praising him for connecting culturally with his hosts. Some users joked that he was “tapping into his roots” for a successful Detty December run in the Kingdom, while others said the moment showed the soft power of Nigerian pop culture abroad.

    Source: Instagram/@davido, Legit.ng – report on Davido’s viral Arabic-speaking clip ahead of his Saudi Arabia performances.

  • Tems Shuts Down Dave Dating Buzz, Declares I’m Always a Lover Girl

    Tems Shuts Down Dave Dating Buzz, Declares I’m Always a Lover Girl

    Photo Credit: Photos via Pulse Nigeria /Maya Dehlin Spach/WireImage/Getty Images

    Grammy-winning singer Tems is once again trending – this time not for a viral outfit, but for a rare deep-dive into her love life and boundaries. In a new interview with Cee Valentina for Complex UK, the Nigerian star reflected on her style, her whirlwind 2025 and the persistent rumours linking her romantically to UK rapper Dave.

    Tems, who has largely kept her private life off social media, was asked whether she is currently in her “lover girl era.” Her answer? She said she has always been a lover at heart. “I’m always going to be a lover girl,” she told the interviewer, adding that she still believes in love but is now much more grounded and focused on self-acceptance and self-respect.

    She linked that mindset to her latest project, Love Is A Kingdom, saying she wanted fans to see the different shades of love she has experienced – including self-love. Tems also laid out her relationship red flags clearly: anyone who is not genuinely curious about you or trying to be your friend is, in her words, a red flag, period.

    On the much-hyped Dave rumours, Tems’ comments indirectly poured cold water on the social-media shipping. Fans have been dissecting lyrics and viral clips since their collaboration “Raindance” and a joint appearance at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, but her emphasis on being happily grounded and focused on herself suggests there is no public relationship to confirm – at least for now. For the moment, the only love story she is prepared to showcase loudly is the one she is having with herself.

    Source: Pulse Nigeria – feature on Tems amid Dave dating rumours.