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  Christmas on the Shore: A Holiday Wrapped in Sunlight There’s something quietly rebellious about spending Christmas on the beach. While the rest of the world pulls on wool sweaters, warms their hands around mugs of spiced cider, and braces for winter’s bite, you’re standing barefoot in warm sand, with the sun painting everything in gold. The ocean murmurs in the background like an easygoing caroler who only knows one verse but hums it proudly. Christmas ornaments sparkle in palm trees instead of pines. And the only frost you’ll see is the faint mist on the rim of a cold drink pulled from an ice chest. For many people, Christmas is tied tightly to a sense of tradition. Snow. Fireplaces. Cozy nights. A sense of retreat from the cold. I grew up with that version, too. But the first time I celebrated Christmas on the beach, everything I thought I knew about the holiday rearranged itself. It didn’t ruin my childhood nostalgia. It didn’t replace it. Instead, it carved out a warm, sun...

  If there’s one place on earth that knows how to hush the noise inside your head, it’s the coastline. I didn’t realize how much I needed a pause—an honest, heavy-sigh, shoulders-unclench kind of pause—until I found myself standing barefoot on a strip of pale sand, staring at an ocean that looked like it had been painted by someone who knew real peace. I had booked the trip on impulse, the way you order comfort food when you’re not really hungry but you know it will soothe something deeper. I wasn’t searching for enlightenment or reinvention. I just wanted to breathe without feeling like the air was racing me. The beach wasn’t a postcard cliché. Some days it was perfectly blue and sugar-bright, other days it was moody and dramatic, as if the sky couldn’t decide which emotional filter to wear. But it felt real. And after months of screen glare, deadlines, and the grinding cadence of routine, “real” was exactly what I craved. The Arrival: Trading Noise for Salt Air The first thing th...

  Afrobeats artist David Adeleke, known as Davido, met with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris on Thursday, generating interest among fans on social media.  The 32-year-old vocalist posted images from the meeting on his X account, expressing appreciation for the chance to connect with the French leader.  “It was an honour meeting #EmmanuelMacron and sharing our visions for a better world,” he stated.  The meeting underscored the increasing cultural and diplomatic connections between Nigeria and France, featuring Davido in a casual conversation with President Macron. The Grammy-nominated artist was joined by his manager, Asa Asika, and businessman Pascal Okechukwu, also known as Cubana Chief Priest.  Macron has shown ongoing interest in Africa's creative sectors, especially music, art, and film, which play significant roles in cultural diplomacy.  Earlier in September, Macron also welcomed Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu at the Élysée Palace in Paris....

 Nigerian Afrobeats sensation David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has just scored a major milestone by becoming a Voting Member of the Recording Academy, the organization behind the prestigious Grammy Awards. This exciting news, announced via an Instagram video on September 23, 2025, marks a significant moment for the artist and the growing influence of African music on the global stage. As a Voting Member, Davido now holds the power to review submissions, nominate artists, and help select winners for the Grammy Awards. This role places him among an elite group of music professionals shaping the future of the industry’s most coveted honors. He joins other new members like Ravyn Lenae, Offset, and Jessie Reyez for the 68th Grammy Awards, set to take place on February 1, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Notably, Davido isn’t the only Nigerian in the Academy—songwriter Tito Da Fire, rapper Laycon, music executive Bizzle Osikoya, and singers Oxlade and Praiz, who joined ...

Nigerian media personality May Edochie is seeking ₦1 billion in damages from her former attorney, Emeka Ugwuonye, claiming that he was involved in cyberbullying, cyberstalking, and disseminating false information about her private family matters. Actor Yul Edochie’s former wife, May, described Ugwuonye’s actions as a “calculated attack on my reputation” in a cease-and-desist letter sent by her new legal team. The letter stated that his frequent online posts exceeded defamation, promoting the dissemination of damaging information, which resulted in “severe and irreparable harm” to her business, reputation, and safety. “Our client has expressed significant displeasure and concern regarding your ongoing public posts, cyberstalking, and cyberbullying related to her and her private family affairs,” a section of the letter stated. “These posts have been made in a manner that transcends mere defamation, comprising ridicule and harmful behavior, representing a calculated assault on her repu...

  Cardi B was cleared of assault on Tuesday in a $24 million civil trial in which she was accused of slashing a woman's face. A hearing in Los Angeles last week featured the artist known for "WAP" wearing various wigs and engaging with lawyers, resulting in several notable moments.  A jury in the city dismissed claims by Emani Ellis, who alleged that the then-pregnant singer assaulted her on the way to a medical appointment in Beverly Hills in 2018.  Ellis, who is Black, accused Cardi B, who is also Black, of using racial slurs, spitting at her, and scratching her face during the incident.  Cardi B, 32, testified that Ellis had approached her aggressively, attempting to film her as she entered the doctor's office.  Her legal team stated that at the time, Cardi B was approximately four months pregnant and had taken care to keep her pregnancy private from public scrutiny.  Attorneys indicated that Ellis had attempted to intimidate the artist, leading to a hea...

    Pop star Taylor Swift and NFL player Travis Kelce shared news of their engagement on Tuesday, signaling a forthcoming high-profile wedding for this prominent celebrity couple. A joint post on their Instagram accounts featured images of Kelce proposing on one knee in a flower-filled garden, followed by Swift showcasing a sizable diamond ring. The couple humorously captioned the announcement, stating,  “Your English teacher and gym teacher are getting married.”  Both aged 35, they first made their relationship public in 2023 and have frequently been seen together at her popular concerts and his NFL games with the Kansas City Chiefs.  Last year, Swift concluded her successful $2 billion Eras tour, which broke numerous records and established her as the leading music star globally, with 149 three-hour performances worldwide.  Tickets were often sold at high prices and attracted millions of fans, along with many who gathered outside venues to sing along. Fan...

What Really Happened Between Denise Richards & Aaron Phypers On July 4, Aaron Phypers discovered intimate messages, selfies and romantic texts on Denise’s laptop, supposedly exchanged with another man earlier in 2025. He alleges there were plans for secret hotel meetups. When he confronted her, they initially agreed to stay together… until the argument that weekend erupted.   July 7, Aaron filed for divorce citing "irreconcilable differences," listing their separation date as the 4th.   Aaron claims Denise confronted the missing phone issue by hitting and scratching him, smashing his phone, possibly destroying evidence. That phone reportedly contained texts revealing her alleged affair.   He has denied Denise’s abuse claims, calling them “completely false and deeply hurtful” and insists he has evidence to prove his version.   In court filings (granted July 16), Denise delivered harrowing details of years of alleged abuse: Repeated violent inci...

  Popular Nollywood actress Ruth Kadiri has finally addressed the rumours of keeping her husband, Mr.  Ezerika, away from the eye of the public.  In an interview on the Dear Ife podcast by Diary of a Naija Girl, Kadiri clarified that her marriage is private not because of secrecy but because she prefers to avoid drama.  The wife and mother of two insists that they go to events together and claim that her husband is actively involved in her public life. The actress went on to say that her husband has a preference for keeping a low profile. She expressed confusion over why people expect her to showcase her marriage publicly.  She stated, "My life is not as private as people think. We go to church together, we attend events together." My husband is always present at the events I organize.  “For clarity, my husband is not a secret.  People who know me, know him.  And for me, that’s enough.  Like, I don’t know why I will sit down and be thinking, ...

Nigerian music executive, Don Jazzy, has said he can’t be sexually committed to only one woman.  He explained that he doesn’t have the discipline to be faithful to a partner.  Speaking in a episode of the Nancy Iaime Show, the Mavin boss said ladies might avoid him due to his honesty, but he can’t lie about being sexually committed to a partner.  He said, “I don’t believe that I am strong enough to be with [only] one person.  I think.  People will run away from me being truthful.  I won't start a relationship with you and pretend that you're the only one.  “Some people have the strength to be sexually committed once they are attracted to somebody.  But for me, the fact that you’re a beautiful lady doesn’t stop me from admiring another woman.  She is also beautiful.”

 Nigerian artist Tiwa Savage has declared the delivery date for her exceptionally expected debut film, 'Water And Garri.' Savage, who had recently prodded fans about her entrance into the entertainment world, reported the profoundly expected delivery date via virtual entertainment on Thursday, April 4, 2024. She unveiled that the film will be delivered on May 10, 2024, through worldwide web based monster, Prime Video. Sharing a special flier appearance herself and Nollywood entertainers Jemima Osunde and Mike Afolayan, Savage expressed: "My wonderful individuals, our film @waterandgarrifilm has a date. See you May tenth @primevideo." The film is chief created by Tiwa Savage and takes its title from her most recent EP, 'Water And Garri.'

 Grammy-assigned Nigerian vocalist Ayra Starr has said American star, Chris Brown has been extremely steady of African craftsmen. Ayra Starr, who is charged to join Chris Brown as a unique visitor on his "11:11" visit through the US and Canada, said she was thrilled when she looked into it during the Grammy week. Talking in a new meeting with Kiss FM, UK, the vocalist said, "I previously caught wind of it [my visit with Chris Brown] during the Grammy week. I was really energized. No, I didn't cry. I would presumably cry during my most memorable exhibition at the visit when I see everyone [laughs]. "Chris Brown has loved African music for quite a while. He has been exceptionally strong. He has forever been supporting the way of life and it is truly lovely to see. "It is energizing to see African music get perceived internationally. It has been bound to happen. African music has been popping. African music has been doing it in Africa. As a matter of fact, Afr...

 In any case, he didn't give purposes behind his choice which might not have shocked his fans and music darlings across Nigeria and the world. "A major thank you to my fans for remaining through with me such an extremely long time. I truly value all of you. It has been astounding a very long time one after the other. Much obliged to you for hell's sake," the Akpako Expert vocalist started in a Saturday Instagram post. "In any case, I'm going to make a major declaration. I know it will hurt a many individuals however I've my own reasons. I'm stopping music. I'm finished. Furthermore, I truly value you all for showing me such a lot of adoration."

  Nigerian music superstar, Davido has picked Cristiano Ronaldo as the greatest footballer of all time ahead of Lionel Messi. Davido performed at the 2023 Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA) Awards, marking another high-profile appearance following his performance at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. With the spotlight firmly on him, the DMW huncho said he loves them both, but personally prefers Ronaldo, He said, “Cristiano for me, you know, what outcomes, very, very disciplined, “I am a very, very disciplined person, you know, and to have that kind of success and to be so disciplined at the same time is something I’ve always admired about him. “I like both of them. But, I personally, I’m a Ronaldo guy.” Messi is favourite to win this year’s Ballon d’Or award for a record-extending eighth time, while Ronaldo has won it seven times and didn’t make the 30-man shortlist this time around.

  Grammy-winning Nigerian singer, Temilade Openiyi, aka Tems, won two awards on Wednesday. The Oscar-nominated diva bagged the Trailblazer Award at the ELLE Style Awards in London, United Kingdom, on September 6, 2023. Tems was on ground to receive her laurel, which was presented by BAFTA-winning actress Naomi Ackie and BBC Radio 1 presenter Julie Adenuga. In her acceptance speech, the ‘Essence’ crooner said she has her upbringing in Lagos, Nigeria, and faith to thank for her career success so far. On the other side of the Atlantic, Tems was named the Songwriter of the Year at the 2023 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards held at the LIV Nightclub in Miami Beach on September 6, 2023. She was recognised for her songwriting credits on ‘Free Mind’, Rihanna’s ‘Lift Me Up’, and Future and Drake’s ‘Wait For U.’

  Jasmine Okafor, a content creator and daughter of the famous comic actor, John Ikechukwu Okafor, popularly called Mr Ibu, has been engaged by Nollywood actor Ken Erics. Recall that Jasmine had in November 2022 announced divorce from her UK-based husband, stating that her husband had lied to her about his previous marriage and kids. A trending video on social media showed the moment actor Ken Erics engaged Jasmine in the presence of their friends. Sharing the proposal video on her Instagram page, Jasmine appreciated the actor for reviving her love life and also making her believe in love again. Jasmine wrote: “I have tasted Your Love. And it’s so sweet. Thank you so much for reviving my love life. You made me believe I could love again. Cheers to forever with you @kenerics. "There is madness in loving you, but it is that lack of reason that makes it feel so flawless. Your laughter is what I’m most craziest about.”

  Big Brother Naija housemate, Maria has listed six housemates she would like to evict on Sunday. Recall that on Biggie instructed Maria to prank six housemates. Having won the Head of House for this week, Maria was given a secret task on Monday to act like she had the power to evict two housemates on Sunday. Biggie, in a diary session with Maria on Monday said that there would be no evictions this week. He also told her to keep the information secret. However, Maria on Sunday gathered the housemates in the lounge, announced the bottom six who least impressed her and instructed them to pack up for eviction. The housemates are: JMK, Angel, Pere, Yousef, JayPaul and Emmanuel.

   Organisers of the Big Brother Naija, BBNaija show have revealed the grand prize for the winner of the reality TV programme as the premiere date for season five draws close. Season 5 of the show is expected to premiere on July 19, 2020, with Ebuka Obi-Uchendu as the official host. Chief Executive Officer, MultiChoice Nigeria, John Ugbe on Monday said the this season’s winner would walk away with N85m grand prize! Ugbe said: “The fifth season of BBNaija marks a major milestone in the reality TV series. We are making this season significant by not only increasing the winnings but by also implementing other creative and innovative ways to ensure the show lives up to the premium entertainment especially during the current pandemic.” The grand prize includes an N30m cash prize and a two-bedroom apartment amongst other rewards. “The breakdown of the grand prize includes a N30 million cash prize; a two-bedroom apartment courtesy Revolution Plus; a top of the range...

Organisers of the Big Brother Naija, BBNaija reality show have announced a new date for auditioning housemates for its next season. In a post on its verified Twitter page, the organizers announced that auditioning for the show would begin on May 20th till the 30th. The show promoters have asked participants interested in the reality show to upload a video introducing themselves and giving reasons for their interest in the show. The tweet said the audition will be open to young adults above 21years, with valid Nigerian passports.

American rapper, Cardi B has revealed the reason behind her endless feud with fellow rapper, Nicki Minaj, and the confrontation at the NewYork Fashion Week. Cardi B who was recently featured on the latest cover of W Magazine’s Art issue spoke about her fight with Nicki Minaj, revealing that it was caused by ‘Instagram like’. IT been reported that the fight   started when Cardi B confronted Nicki Minaj over comments   about her daughter, Kulture. She said, “I was going to make millions off my Bruno Mars tour, and I sacrificed that to stay with my daughter. ‘’For a while now, she’s been taking a lot of shots at me, I spoke to her twice before, and we came to an understanding. But she kept it going. ”So many people want to say that party wasn’t the time or place, but I’m not going to catch another artist in the grocery store or down the block.” The award-winning artiste also went on to reveal the advice she got from Kris Jenner, the matriarch of the Kardashians in t...