Lagos Braces for 9th AFRIMA Awards as Artists and Delegates Arrive in the City

By

-

January 8, 2026

Champion News reports that Lagos is set to host the 9th AFRIMA Awards, with artists and delegates arriving ahead of a concert and the live awards ceremony at Eko Hotels and Suites.

The Guardian Nigeria also reported that the state is positioning culture and entertainment as a development driver as the event draws visitors, industry executives, and media attention.

Music In Africa highlighted organisers’ announcement that Falz and Liliane Maroune will host the ceremony, reinforcing the show’s pan-African outlook.

Echotitbits Take: AFRIMA is still the continent’s big “home-stage” moment. Expect fashion, networking, and a tourism bump for Lagos—plus plenty of storyline fuel heading into global awards season.

Source: BusinessDay — https://businessday.ng/news/article/top-16-artists-expected-as-lagos-hosts-9th-afrima-awards/ 2026-01-07
Photo Credit: BusinessDay

Inline1

Portable Calls Out Father Over Alleged Exploitation, Sparks Fresh Family Drama

By

B.O.B Echoload

-

January 8, 2026

0

Daily Post Nigeria reports that singer Portable has accused his biological father, Mr. Olalomi, of exploiting him financially and taking personal property without permission.

In a series of videos, Portable suggested he has long felt unsupported and warned his father “not to be like Baba Mohbad,” referencing a separate public controversy.

PM News and Legit.ng also reported the outburst, which has reignited debate about family involvement, money, and management in the street-pop ecosystem.

Echotitbits Take: This is the ugly side of “family as management.” Without clear professional structures, money issues spill into public chaos—and Portable is once again turning private conflict into a viral spectacle.

Source: Premium Time — https://www.premiumtimesng.com/entertainment/naija-fashion/848115-dont-be-like-baba-mohbad-portable-accuses-dad-of-extortion-manipulation.html 2026-01-07
Photo Credit: Premium Time

Inline1

Cardi B Goes Viral With a Banana ‘Image Etiquette’ Lesson as Relationship Drama Lingers

By

B.O.B Echoload

-

January 8, 2026

0

TMZ reports that Cardi B posted a comedic “class is in session” clip, jokingly coaching men on how to eat a banana in public without looking goofy—an instant viral hit.

Complex and AOL also highlighted the video’s spread across social platforms, where fans praised Cardi’s trademark humor and timing.

The post arrives amid renewed scrutiny of her relationship with NFL star Stefon Diggs, who faces allegations he has denied through his attorney.

Echotitbits Take: Cardi’s pivot game is elite—when the timeline gets too tense, she drops comedy that re-centers the conversation. Still, the serious legal chatter around Diggs won’t disappear on vibes alone.

Source: TMZ — https://www.tmz.com/2026/01/07/cardi-b-banana-eat-tutorial-for-men/ 2026-01-07
Photo Credit: TMZ

Inline1

Tiwa Savage Warns Influencer After Posts About Her Son, Promises Legal Pushback

By

B.O.B Echoload

-

January 8, 2026

0

The Punch reports that Tiwa Savage issued a public warning to an X influencer, saying any further posts involving her son, Jamil, would move “beyond Twitter.”

The influencer later posted an apology as the incident fueled wider debate about cyberbullying and public commentary about celebrity children.

Vanguard also covered the apology, while Legit.ng reported that Tiwa’s stance drew support from other celebrity parents who have faced similar online harassment.

Echotitbits Take: The industry is shifting from “ignore trolls” to “set legal boundaries.” If this is pursued formally, it could become a reference point for how Nigerian stars protect their kids online.

Source: The Punch – https://punchng.com/tiwa-savage-warns-x-influencer-over-posts-involving-her-son/ 2026-01-06
Photo Credit: The Punch

Inline1

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie Mourns After Family Confirms Death of 21-Month-Old Son

By

B.O.B Echoload

-

January 8, 2026

0

The Guardian Nigeria reports that a family statement has confirmed the death of one of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s twin boys, Nkanu Nnamdi, after a brief illness.

Premium Times and Punch also published the confirmation, noting the family’s request for privacy as condolences pour in from readers, writers, and public figures.

Adichie has long kept her children out of the public eye, making the announcement especially sobering for fans who know her as a fiercely private cultural voice.

Echotitbits Take: This is grief beyond headlines. The most respectful response is space—expect her public schedule to go quiet as the family mourns.

Source: The Punch — https://punchng.com/breaking-chimamanda-adichie-loses-son/ 2026-01-08
Photo Credit: The Punch

Inline1

NBA Shockwave: Trae Young Dealt to Wizards as Trade News Breaks During Game

By

B.O.B Echoload

-

January 8, 2026

0

Reuters and the Washington Post report that the Atlanta Hawks have traded Trae Young to the Washington Wizards in a major deal that sends CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert back to Atlanta.

The moment went viral because the news broke while the Hawks were playing, with cameras catching Young saying goodbye in the arena as fans processed the bombshell.

TMZ Sports also spotlighted courtside reactions—most notably rapper Boosie Badazz—captured in real time as the trade spread online.

Echotitbits Take: A mid-game franchise-player trade is rare and loud. Washington is betting Young can reboot a rebuild; Atlanta is choosing reset-and-flexibility over continuity.

Source: Sport.Yahoo – https://sports.yahoo.com/nba/article/trae-young-traded-to-wizards-during-hawks-game-023140863.html 2026-01-08
Photo Credit: Sport.Yahoo

Inline1

Regina Daniels Posts Drug Test Video as Marriage Rumors and Accusations Swirl

By

B.O.B Echoload

-

January 8, 2026

0

Politics Nigeria reports that actress Regina Daniels shared a video of herself taking a drug test, saying she needed to clear her name amid allegations she describes as malicious.

In the clip, Daniels is seen at a clinic providing a sample; she says the move is about protecting her reputation and her image as a mother.

Premium Times and Legit.ng also reported on the episode, noting she has threatened legal action against those spreading what she calls falsehoods.

Echotitbits Take: Taking a personal dispute to the “medical receipts” stage is peak escalation—whether or not the courts get involved, the public fallout suggests this relationship crisis is heading for a decisive end.

Source: The Nation – https://thenationonlineng.net/regina-daniels-undergoes-drug-test-threatens-to-sue-amid-marital-drama/ 2026-01-08
Photo Credit: The Nation

Inline1

Wizkid Reported to Cross 10 Billion Total Spotify Streams, a First for Africa

By

B.O.B Echoload

-

January 8, 2026

0

Techloy reports that Wizkid has become the first African artist to surpass 10 billion total Spotify streams across all credits, powered by years of global hits and features such as Drake’s “One Dance.”

Pulse and The Beat 99 also highlighted the milestone, describing it as another sign of Afrobeats’ growing digital reach worldwide.

Online tracking accounts have celebrated the achievement as a continent-wide win, as fans mark the number as a new streaming-era benchmark.

Echotitbits Take: Beyond bragging rights, 10B streams is leverage—expect it to show up in tour pricing, brand deals, and every “greatest African pop run” debate for the rest of the decade.

Source: TVC – https://www.tvcnews.tv/wizkid-becomes-first-african-to-reach-10b-spotify-streams-seals-spot-as-afrobeats-giant/ 2026-01-08
Photo Credit: TVC

Inline1

Adekunle Gold & Simi Welcome Twins After Months of Quiet Hints

By

B.O.B Echoload

-

January 8, 2026

0

Daily Post Nigeria reports that singers Adekunle Gold and Simi have welcomed twins, expanding their family nearly six years after the birth of their first child, Adejare.

The update surfaced after Adekunle Gold shared a celebratory message on Snapchat, sparking a wave of congratulations across the music community.

Vanguard and MyJoyOnline also carried the development, echoing the couple’s message that what they asked for came “double.”

Echotitbits Take: Nigeria’s “wholesome power couple” just became a family of four in one move—expect a surge in family-focused content (and maybe another baby-themed record) as fans celebrate.

Source: WazobiaFm – https://www.wazobiafm.com/news/hottori/music-power-couple-adekunle-gold-and-simi-welcome-twin-babies/ 2026-01-08
Photo Credit: WazobiaFm

Inline1

Zamfara Government Accuses Defence Minister Matawalle of Politicising Security Operations

By

B.O.B Echoload

-

January 8, 2026

0

Insights shared by Daily Post indicate the Zamfara State Government has accused Minister of State for Defence Bello Matawalle of using federal security agencies to intimidate political opponents.

State officials claimed recent operations disproportionately affected opposition figures, while the minister reportedly denied wrongdoing and said actions were focused on tackling banditry.

The dispute reflects deeper political rivalries within the state as insecurity remains a major public concern.

**Echotitbits take:** When security becomes politicised, citizens lose. Watch for any presidential mediation, independent oversight of operations, and whether state–federal cooperation on intelligence and enforcement deteriorates or improves.
Source: TheSun – https://thesun.ng/zamfara-govt-accuses-defence-minister-nsas-office-of-hounding-opposition/ 2026-01-08

Photo Credit: TheSun

Inline1