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  • Adekunle Gold & Simi Welcome Twins After Months of Quiet Hints

    Adekunle Gold & Simi Welcome Twins After Months of Quiet Hints

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

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

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

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

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

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

    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
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  • Lagos Welcomes Stars as 9th AFRIMA Kicks Off With Music, Culture and Business Talks

    Lagos Welcomes Stars as 9th AFRIMA Kicks Off With Music, Culture and Business Talks

    Reporting from The Nation indicates Lagos has begun hosting the 9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), with multiple leading artistes arriving for a week of performances, tours and industry sessions.

    Organisers say beyond the awards, the festival is designed to strengthen Africa’s music business ecosystem, including discussions around intellectual property and fair royalties.

    Lagos State officials are also positioning the event as a tourism and creative-economy showcase for the city.

    **Echotitbits take:** AFRIMA is major soft power for Nigeria’s creative industry. Watch for policy conversations around rights management—because global popularity won’t translate to wealth for artistes without stronger, enforceable structures.
    Source: Tribune – https://tribuneonlineng.com/lagos-hosts-9th-afrima-as-16-african-artistes-headline-week-long-event/ 2026-01-08

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  • Davido shares ‘Mama Chi’ early birthday surprise on Caribbean vacation

    Davido shares ‘Mama Chi’ early birthday surprise on Caribbean vacation

    In a post-driven report by TheCable Lifestyle, Davido shared a family moment as he organised a surprise cake for Chioma’s mum during a vacation on Canouan Island in St. Vincent and the Grenadines.

    The post caption described it as an “early birthday surprise for Mama Chi,” triggering fan reactions and renewed attention to the family’s public-facing narrative.

    Independent checks:

    • Punch Newspapers: “Davido celebrates Chioma’s mum…” — https://punchng.com/
    • Davido (Instagram): “Early birthday surprise for Mama Chi” — https://www.instagram.com/davido/

    Soft family content has become a major signal in celebrity branding—especially for stars rebuilding public trust. Watch for more vacation posts and whether brands lean in with partnership content around this family-friendly narrative.

    Source: TheCable Lifestyle — 2026-01-06 — https://lifestyle.thecable.ng/davido-surprises-chiomas-mum-birthday-cake-family-vacation/

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  • AFRIMA names Falz and Liliane Maroune as hosts for 9th edition in Lagos

    AFRIMA names Falz and Liliane Maroune as hosts for 9th edition in Lagos

    As reported by The Guardian Nigeria, AFRIMA has unveiled Nigerian rapper/actor Falz and French-Senegalese media personality Liliane Maroune as hosts of the 9th edition of the awards in Lagos.

    Organisers’ choice signals a deliberate blend of pop-culture reach and pan-African appeal—pairing a Nigerian headline act with a francophone media figure to widen audience reach.

    The announcement reinforces Lagos’ positioning as an African entertainment hub, with awards week typically driving tourism, creative-economy spending, and media visibility.

    Beyond hosting, expectations now shift to nominee lists, performance lineups, and sponsor activation as the event window approaches.

    Punch also confirmed the hosts were “officially unveiled” for the ninth edition. AFRIMA’s official handle likewise announced it had “unveiled its hosts for the 9th Edition.”

    Echotitbits take: Hosting is a branding decision. Watch for lineup reveals, sponsor activation, and whether production quality matches the “global broadcast” promise—AFRIMA’s credibility rises when staging, sound, and timing are world-class.

    Source: The Guardian – https://guardian.ng/art/afrima-unveils-falz-liliane-maroune-as-hosts-of-9th-edition/ January 7, 2026
    The Guardian Nigeria January 7, 2026

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  • Davido reportedly surprises Chioma’s mum with an early birthday celebration

    Davido reportedly surprises Chioma’s mum with an early birthday celebration

    In a post shared by LindaIkejisBlog , Davido was described as hosting an early birthday moment for his mother-in-law, with clips and captions pushing the story into the day’s relationship-and-family chatter.

    The coverage centers on a short video moment and celebratory framing, not an official press statement—so the most reliable confirmation comes from consistent footage across multiple pages.

    As the clip spread, it picked up the usual soft-power value: celebrity family optics, goodwill, and fan conversation.

    Two additional public references echoed the same development:

    Notjustok (Facebook page/video): “Davido surprised his mother in-law…” (link)

    The Nation (Threads): “surprises mother in law with early birthday celebration.” (link)

    Celebrity family moments travel fast because they humanize stars and reset public mood after any controversy cycle. This is repost-driven (not an official statement), so credibility rests on whether the footage is current—watch for date cues and any corroboration from verified Davido/Chioma circles.

    Source: LindaIkejisBlog — 06 January 2026 — https://www.lindaikejisblog.com/2026/1/davido-shares-lovely-video-from-his-family-vacation-at-the-canouan-island.html

    Source: LindaIkejisBlog 2026-01-06
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  • Wizkid and Davido’s Cousin Spotted Together Amidst Family Feud

    Wizkid and Davido’s Cousin Spotted Together Amidst Family Feud

    In a video shared by @mazitundeednut on Instagram, Davido’s cousin was seen partying in a popular Lagos nightclub alongside Wizkid, just months after a heated social media exchange between the two music titans. The footage, which has since gone viral, shows a surprisingly cordial atmosphere, leading fans to speculate about a potential ‘cold war’ thaw.

    The sighting is particularly notable given the public insults traded between Wizkid and Davido’s family members late last year. Social media sleuths have been analyzing every frame of the clip, questioning whether this indicates a move toward reconciliation between the ‘Big 3′ stars or if the family ties are simply independent of the music industry beef.

    While neither Davido nor Wizkid has commented directly on the outing, the clip has dominated conversations on X (formerly Twitter) and TikTok. Some fans argue that the ’30BG’ and ‘Wizkid FC’ fanbases should take a cue from the stars’ associates and embrace peace.

    As reported by Legit NG, ‘Davido’s cousin was spotted enjoying time with Wizkid in a club months after the singer insulted her father, sparking massive reactions.’ Adding to the buzz, Naija News noted: ‘The viral video has raised eyebrows as fans question the dynamics of the ongoing rivalry.’

    Echotitbits take: In the Nigerian music industry, optics are everything. While this could be a simple case of people being in the same space, the timing suggests a tactical move or a genuine disregard for the ‘beef’ by those closest to the artists.

    Source: Legit NG — https://www.legit.ng/entertainment/celebrities/1690902-davidos-cousin-spotted-enjoying-time-wizkid-a-club-months-singer-insulted-father/ January 5, 2026
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  • Adekunle Gold Makes History as First Artist to Sell Out Wole Soyinka Centre

    Adekunle Gold Makes History as First Artist to Sell Out Wole Soyinka Centre

    According to Nigerian Entertainment Today (NET), Afrobeats star Adekunle Gold has been honored with a commemorative plaque after becoming the first musical artist to sell out the prestigious Wole Soyinka Centre for Arts and Culture. This is a major milestone for ‘AG Baby.’

    The sell-out show featured a curated blend of music and theatrical performance, paying homage to the Nobel Laureate. The management of the venue praised Gold for his ‘artistic excellence’ and his ability to bridge the gap between contemporary music and classical arts.

    Fans have hailed the achievement as a testament to Gold’s consistent growth. The artist, known for his impeccable fashion, described the honor as one of the most significant moments of his decade-long journey.

    Validation from Daily Post Nigeria confirmed: ‘Adekunle Gold receives plaque for making history as the first artist to sell out the Wole Soyinka Centre.’ BellaNaija also highlighted the event, quoting a representative: ‘Adekunle Gold has set a new standard for live performances in this hall.’

    Echotitbits take: Adekunle Gold is playing the long game. Selling out a venue named after Wole Soyinka isn’t just a concert win; it’s a cultural co-sign that elevates him into a ‘prestige’ category of artists.

    Source:TheNation  – https://thenationonlineng.net/adekunle-gold-becomes-first-artiste-to-sell-out-wole-soyinka-centre/ January 2, 2026
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