A gospel singer, Aduke Odeniyi, has said that her latest single titled, ‘Mercy’, was inspired by the story of blind Bartimaeus in the Bible calling out to Jesus for mercy. According to her, the world “needs God’s mercy now more than ever”. On the message she wants listeners to take away from the song, the
Actor and former Big Brother Naija housemate, Boma Akpore, has harped on the importance of Nollywood telling the country’s stories, stressing that somebody else would do it otherwise. In an interview with Saturday Beats, he said, “It is very important for us to tell our stories. If we don’t tell our stories, somebody else will
Controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has once again found himself at the centre of controversy following an online drama with his ex-girlfriend, Queen Dami, the former wife of the late Alaafin of Oyo. What started as rumours of reconciliation escalated into a messy public spectacle filled with accusations, fainting spells and social
A content creator and disc jockey, Ada Ebere, aka Ada La Pinky, has said that she prefers men who use sex toys on their partners. In an interview with Saturday Beats, she said, “If you get a man that uses toys on you when you are doing it, you have got the greatest man ever.
Renowned Nigerian Christian filmmaker and founder of Mount Zion Faith Ministries, Pastor Mike Bamiloye, has cautioned believers about a “fake rapture” plot allegedly devised by scientists to confuse and distract people from the actual event foretold in Christian prophecy. Referencing a Facebook post with the caption, “The extraterrestrial invasion is imminent, it will take 10,000
Joseph Aloba, the father of the late Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, also known as Mohbad, has addressed public criticism surrounding his music career. In an interview with Silverbird TV aired on Friday, Aloba responded to allegations that he might be exploiting his son’s death to boost his music career. Denying the claim, the singer’s father
Joseph Aloba, the father of the late Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa, popularly called Mohbad, has expressed his frustrations regarding his relationship with Mohbad’s wife and son, as well as the handling of the legal proceedings surrounding his son’s death. In an interview with Silverbird TV aired on Friday, Aloba stated that he has not seen Mohbad’s
A rising Nigerian music star, Damilola Johnson, also known as Eskizz FML, has dropped a new song titled “Deliver Me.” Speaking on the latest project in an interview on Thursday, the singer attributed the motivation behind the Nigerian singer, Eskizz FML drops new song to his profound belief that love should be a liberating force,
Nigerian singer, Oludipe David, popularly known as Spyro, has expressed the challenges he faces in the music industry, particularly the discrimination he believes stems from his open Christian faith. In an interview with Echo Room aired on Wednesday, the ‘Who’s Your Guy’ hitmaker shared his struggles with industry acceptance since he publicly embraced the “Jesus
Indian Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan underwent surgery Thursday after he was repeatedly stabbed in an apparent burglary at his home in Mumbai, his public relations team said. Khan, 54, who has appeared in more than 70 movies and television series, is married to top star Kareena Kapoor. “There was an attempted burglary at Mr
Rapper Drake on Wednesday filed suit against his own label, saying Universal Music Group’s release and promotion of a Kendrick Lamar track dissing him amounted to defamation and harassment. UMG is behind both Drake and Lamar, two superstar rappers who last year exchanged a litany of increasingly vitriolic diss tracks. Lamar’s chart-topping Grammy-nominated “Not Like
Popular Nigerian singer, Darlington Achakpo, also known as Speed Darlington, has reportedly being arraigned in court and granted bail. One of his lawyers, Deji Adeyanju, disclosed this in a post on X.com on Wednesday. Adeyanju wrote, “Police finally arraigns Speed Darlington in court. “Bail application moved and granted. We are trying to perfect same.” PUNCH
Nigerian actress Omotola Jalade Ekeinde has responded to reports claiming she left the United States due to the ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles. In a statement shared on her Instagram account on Tuesday, Omotola addressed the rumours and reassured her fans and followers that she and her family are safe. She wrote, “I want to
Gospel music artist, Mercy Chinwo and her husband, Pastor Blessed Uzochikwa, have expressed gratitude to the outgoing President of the United States, Joe Biden, for his selfless service to humanity. In a statement on Tuesday, the couple also commended Biden for recognising their contributions to America through their music. Recall that in October 2024, Biden,
Controversial crossdresser Okuneye Idris, popularly known as Bobrisky, has appealed to Grammy-winning artist Burna Boy to forgive fellow entertainer Darlington Okoye, also known as Speed Darlington, and to facilitate his release from prison. In a series of posts on his Instagram story on Sunday, Bobrisky expressed concern about Speed Darlington’s welfare, urging Burna Boy to
A hairstylist, Caroline Ejibunu, aka Carolaura, recently attempted a 24-hour “hair-a-thon” in a bid to secure a Guinness World Record for the longest hairstyling marathon by an individual. At the venue, City Walk Hotel in Ondo State, she made 201 hairstyles. Speaking to Saturday Beats about the attempt, she said, “My passion and creativity in
Popular gospel artiste, Nathaniel Bassey, is poised to make an impact at the upcoming United States Presidential Inaugural Prayer Breakfast, scheduled for January 20, 2025, at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in Washington, D.C. Bassey took to social media during the week to share details about the event, emphasising its significance as a non-official, faith-based gathering.
Popular content creator, Kemi Ikuseedun, better known as Mummy Wa/ Kemzmama has shared her approach to navigating 2025 with balance and intentionality. Asked what she has been up to in the New Year, she told Saturday Beats, “I have taken time out to work on certain stories and other things I would like to do.
Rapper, Oladipo Eso, popularly known as Ladipoe, has admitted that he would be heartbroken if his lover ended their relationship. In an interview with Saturday Beats, the rapper revealed that he had never been heartbroken, because he was the person who always dished out the “breakfast”, a slang for heartbreak. He said, “I have never
The feud between Grammy Award-winning singer, Damini Ogulu, aka Burna Boy and Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, has had many dimensions, and one of the more interesting ones is the dollar rain it has caused for some people, who were not even involved in the dispute. Apparently in a bid to spite
