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  • Adekunle Gold gets a sold‑out plaque at Lagos’ revived National Theatre complex

    Adekunle Gold gets a sold‑out plaque at Lagos’ revived National Theatre complex

    2026-01-02 09:00:00

    Reporting by Channels Television indicates Adekunle Gold received a plaque recognizing a sold‑out show at the renovated National Theatre complex in Lagos.

    Fans are calling it both an artist win and a venue win, reading it as a sign that Nigeria’s big‑ticket live entertainment is regaining confidence.

    The moment is also fueling fresh talk about how the refurbished space could become a new benchmark for Lagos headline concerts.

    • TheCable Lifestyle (Outlet): “the first artist to sell out the Wole Soyinka Centre.”
    • BellaNaija (Outlet): “North America is up next…”

    Echotitbits take: Plaques like this aren’t just mementos—they’re signals to sponsors, venue operators, and touring partners that audiences will show up at scale. Watch for a rush of bookings from other top acts, and whether the venue’s programming stays consistent enough to cement it as Lagos’ new prestige stage.

    Source: Channels Television — January 2, 2026 — https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.channelstv.com/2026/01/01/adekunle-gold-receives-plaque-for-becoming-first-artiste-to-sell-out-wole-soyinka-centre/amp/

    Channels Television
    2026-01-02
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  • Rihanna’s Barbados groove sparks fresh global buzz for Shallipopi’s “Laho”

    Rihanna’s Barbados groove sparks fresh global buzz for Shallipopi’s “Laho”

    2026-01-02 09:00:00

    According to Pulse Nigeria, a short clip circulating online appears to show Rihanna vibing along to Shallipopi’s “Laho,” and fans are treating it like an unexpected Afrobeats co‑sign.

    The video has kicked off celebratory reactions across Nigerian social media, with listeners saying moments like this can accelerate global discovery.

    As the clip spreads, attention is shifting from “did you see it?” to “will the momentum translate into streams, Shazams, and playlist adds?”

    • HypeTribeNG (Instagram): “Rihanna vibing hard to shallipopi’s ‘Laho’ in Barbados.”
    • Officially Urban (Instagram): “Rihanna Vibing hard to Shallipopi’s ‘Laho’ in Barbados.”

    Echotitbits take: A casual celebrity moment can move faster than a label rollout—especially when it’s a global star connecting with a Nigerian sound in real time. If the clip keeps circulating, the smart play is for the camp to ride it with performance snippets, remix chatter, or a visual push that converts virality into sustained listening.

    Source: Facebook — January 2, 2026 — https://web.facebook.com/watch/?v=2299884327145462

    Facebook
    2026-01-02
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  • Pink shares she spent New Year’s Eve in hospital after neck procedure

    Pink shares she spent New Year’s Eve in hospital after neck procedure

    2026-01-01 11:00:00

    In a post shared by @pink, she revealed she was in hospital on New Year’s Eve after surgery, joking about getting “two new shiny discs” in her neck.

    The update prompted supportive reactions as she framed recovery with gratitude and humor.

    • PEOPLE: “New Year’s Eve in the hospital”
    • InStyle: “two new shiny discs”

    Echotitbits take: Artists increasingly normalize recovery updates directly to fans—good for transparency, but it also fuels speculation. Watch for any scheduling impacts; this may have been planned and managed with minimal disruption.

    Source: Yahoo — January 1, 2026 — https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/music/articles/pink-spends-eve-hospital-myself-165512132.html

    Yahoo
    January 1, 2026
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  • North West’s rainbow-hair ‘Powerpuff’ vibe sparks fresh fashion chatter

    North West’s rainbow-hair ‘Powerpuff’ vibe sparks fresh fashion chatter

    2025-12-31 15:04:00

    As reported by People, North West posted a stylized shoot with friends featuring bright, color-coded hair, matching designer jackets, and dramatic claw nails—leaning into a cartoon-inspired vibe that quickly spread online.

    The post also reflects how North’s solo Instagram is increasingly becoming a fashion-watch account.

    • Page Six (PageSix.com): “channeling the aesthetic of ‘The Powerpuff Girls’.”
    • People (People.com): “using a snowflake emoji.”

    Echotitbits take: This is youth culture and luxury branding colliding in real time. Watch whether fashion houses lean into the viral moment—and how the family manages boundaries as North’s platform grows.

    Source: People — 2025-12-31 — https://people.com/north-west-shows-off-blue-hair-claw-nails-with-friends-11877935

    People
    2025-12-31
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  • ‘The Wire’ standout Isiah Whitlock Jr. dies at 71 as Hollywood pays tribute

    ‘The Wire’ standout Isiah Whitlock Jr. dies at 71 as Hollywood pays tribute

    2025-12-31 15:11:00

    According to the Associated Press, actor Isiah Whitlock Jr.—widely loved for his work on The Wire and Veep—has died at 71 following a short illness.

    Multiple outlets report the news was confirmed by his manager, who described Whitlock’s impact beyond the screen.

    • People (People.com): “a brilliant actor and even better person.”
    • AP News (APNews.com): “died… after a short illness.”

    Echotitbits take: Whitlock’s passing will likely trigger a new wave of The Wire nostalgia clips across TikTok and Reels, plus renewed attention to his Spike Lee collaborations. Watch for official memorial statements from networks, collaborators, and castmates.

    Source: AP News — 2025-12-31 — https://apnews.com/article/9cf70ea92aae6c980c0b05e573de3cd3

    AP News
    2025-12-31
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  • Cardi B Shrugs Off Dating Chatter With a ‘Let Me Be Great’ Clapback

    Cardi B Shrugs Off Dating Chatter With a ‘Let Me Be Great’ Clapback

    2025-12-30 15:00:00
    As reported by People, Cardi B addressed romance rumors with a short, meme-ready response—“let me be great”—after online chatter suggested she may be seeing someone new.
    The buzz grew from fan observations and social-media conversation rather than any formal announcement, making the story a classic “timeline rumor + celebrity tone control” cycle.
    Cardi’s reaction lands as both boundary-setting and playful deflection, keeping interest high without confirming details.

    SheKnows also highlighted the same quote—“Let me be great…”—as coverage of the rumor cycle continued across entertainment pages.

    Echotitbits take:
    This is celebrity messaging in 2025: control the vibe, not the headlines. Watch for whether she posts more directly on Instagram Stories or whether paparazzi images push the conversation into a clearer confirmation/denial phase.
    Source: Yahoo  — December 29, 2025 — https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/cardi-b-claps-back-amid-172448536.html
    Yahoo
    2025-12-29
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  • Tiwa Savage’s $1,000 Fan Gift at Calabar Carnival Becomes the Festive Clip of the Night

    Tiwa Savage’s $1,000 Fan Gift at Calabar Carnival Becomes the Festive Clip of the Night

    2025-12-30 10:00:00
    In a report carried by TheCable Lifestyle, Tiwa Savage surprised a concertgoer with a $1,000 cash gift during her Calabar Carnival performance after he called out for support.
    Video snippets from the show show a quick exchange that drew cheers and then spread rapidly across social media, with fans framing it as a standout feel-good moment of the carnival run.
    The clip has also spotlighted how “on-stage generosity” has become a fast-moving viral currency during peak festive season.

    Additional posts echoing the same moment include Pulse Nigeria (Instagram): “Fans were cheering as Tiwa Savage gave a lucky fan $1,000…” and AFRO NIGERIA (X): “Tiwa Savage sprayed $1,000 on a fan at the Calabar Carnival…”

    Echotitbits take:
    Small on-stage moments can reshape public perception at scale. Watch for whether the beneficiary’s story gets follow-up coverage, and whether more artists respond with similar crowd interactions as the season peaks.
    Source: TheCable Lifestyle — December 30, 2025 — https://lifestyle.thecable.ng/video-tiwa-savage-sprays-a-fan-with-1000-at-calabar-carnival-concert/
    TheCable Lifestyle
    2025-12-30
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  • Burna Boy and VeryDarkMan visit Kirikiri as prison-fines conversation trends

    Burna Boy and VeryDarkMan visit Kirikiri as prison-fines conversation trends

    Photo Credit: TheCable Lifestyle

    2025-12-28

    According to TheCable Lifestyle, Burna Boy and activist VeryDarkMan visited the Kirikiri Maximum Security Custodial Centre to understand the procedures for discharging eligible inmates whose sentences include fines.

    Authorities framed the visit around lawful process and transparency, while online chatter focused on what support might follow and how outcomes will be tracked.

    The episode sits at the intersection of celebrity influence, prison decongestion advocacy, and public trust.

    Verification

    • The Nation (Website): “to seek information on legal procedures that would facilitate the discharge of inmates through the payment of fines.”
    • Nigerian Tribune (Website): “No inmate is released without proper verification, documentation, and authorization…”

    Echotitbits take: If handled transparently, this could evolve from a one-off visit into a structured, legal-aid-driven initiative. Watch for official documentation, credible partners, and verifiable outcomes before the story becomes pure social-media mythology.

    Source: TheCable Lifestyle — December 28, 2025 — https://lifestyle.thecable.ng/burna-boy-verydarkman-visit-kirikiri-to-secure-release-of-inmates-jailed-for-unpaid-fines/

    TheCable Lifestyle
    2025-12-28

  • Pastor Chris Okafor issues public apology as Doris Ogala controversy intensifies

    Pastor Chris Okafor issues public apology as Doris Ogala controversy intensifies

    2025-12-29 09:00:00
    Reporting by The Nation indicates Pastor Chris Okafor publicly apologised amid a fast-moving dispute involving actress Doris Ogala, after days of social media backlash and legal threats escalated online.

    The story has blended celebrity culture, religion and policing into one combustible storyline, especially after Ogala’s detention and the public interventions that followed her release.

    The Guardian reported that Okafor apologised broadly while still disputing parts of the claims, saying he was sorry to those offended and willing to make restitution.

    The saga continues to ripple because it touches reputational damage, alleged relationship claims and the limits of online accusation-versus-proof culture.

    The Guardian quoted Okafor: “I am sorry to everyone I have offended… To Doris Ogala, I also say sorry,” while The Nation reported the apology came amid allegations and counter-claims that have kept the issue trending.

    Echotitbits take: Public sentiment is moving faster than verified facts. Watch for court filings, formal police statements, and whether parties shift from social narratives to documented evidence.

    Source: Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/100049883156816/posts/i-acknowledge-my-past-mistakes-and-i-sincerely-apologise-to-doris-ogala-i-am-kne/1520113579661399/ – December 29, 2025
    Facebook 2025-12-29

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  • Nollywood mourns as actress Allwell Ademola dies at 43

    Nollywood mourns as actress Allwell Ademola dies at 43

    Photo Credit: The Punch
    2025-12-28 09:00:00

    According to Punch, Nollywood actress Allwell Ademola has died at the age of 43, sparking tributes across Nigeria’s film community.

    Colleagues and fans have shared condolences and highlighted her body of work as the industry reflects on another major loss.

    Echotitbits take: Nollywood’s labour realities—health insurance gaps, irregular income cycles and weak welfare systems—still leave many creatives exposed. Watch for guild-led welfare reforms and more structured support funds.

    Source: The Punch — December 28, 2025 (https://punchng.com/icyimi-nollywood-actress-allwell-ademola-dies-at-43/)

    The Punch 2025-12-28