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Burna Boy Makes History As I Told Them Tour Becomes Africa’s Highest-Grossing Tour

Burna Boy has rewritten African music history after his I Told Them tour emerged as the highest-grossing tour ever by an African artist. Tour figures released by a concert tracking platform show that the global run generated $30.5 million from 302,801 tickets sold across 22 shows in Europe and North America. The achievement places the Grammy-winning singer at the top of the continent’s touring records. Confirming the milestone, the platform noted that the I Told Them tour now stands as the most successful Afrobeat tour in terms of revenue, surpassing all previous benchmarks. The tour also produced another historic moment on June 29, 2024, when Burna Boy sold out London Stadium. The concert pulled in $6.147 million from 58,973 tickets, making it the highest-grossing single show by any African artist. A breakdown of the tour’s earnings shows strong performances on both sides of the Atlantic. North America accounted for $15.19 million from 152,378 tickets sold across 16 shows, while European dates brought in $15.27 million from 150,423 tickets over six concerts. With these records, Burna Boy has further cemented his status as a global force in Afrobeat, extending the genre’s reach and commercial power on the world stage.

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Regina Daniels, Brother Sweezzy Unfollow Each Other As Family Tension Deepens

Signs of fresh discord have emerged within Regina Daniels’ family after the Nollywood actress and her brother, Sweezzy, who lives in the UK, stopped following each other on Instagram, sparking widespread speculation online. The move comes at a sensitive time, as Regina remains entangled in a highly publicised separation from her husband, Senator Ned Nwoko. The situation appears to involve more than just the two siblings, with checks showing that their brother, Sammy West, has also unfollowed Sweezzy, hinting at a possible internal family disagreement. The development has surprised many fans, especially considering that Sweezzy and their mother, Rita Daniels, were previously very vocal in pushing for Sammy West’s release when he was recently detained. The family tension is unfolding alongside legal issues tied to Sammy West’s arrest on November 6, 2025. He was taken into custody in Lagos before being transferred to Abuja following a petition allegedly filed by Senator Ned Nwoko, which accused him of criminal conspiracy, assault, theft and cyberbullying. He was later granted bail on November 10, set at ₦5 million. The arrest is believed to be connected to the ongoing collapse of Regina Daniels’ marriage. The actress has spoken publicly about a heated custody battle, alleging that Ned Nwoko dismissed her nannies and pressured them to make damaging statements against her. She also claimed that the senator is seeking full custody of their children, even though they are currently in his care. As the dispute continues, the sudden social media unfollowing among Regina Daniels’ siblings has added another layer of drama to an already tense family situation.

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Court Orders Remand of Abubakar Malami, Son and Wife, Pending Bail Hearing

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday ordered the remand of former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), at Kuje Correctional Centre, pending the hearing of his bail application. Justice Emeka Nwite also directed that Malami’s co-defendants—his son, Abubakar Abdulaziz Malami, and one of his wives, Bashir Asabe—be held in custody alongside him. The ruling followed arguments from the defence team, led by Joseph Daudu (SAN), and the prosecution, represented by Ekele Iheneacho (SAN). Malami and his co-defendants are facing a 16-count money laundering charge filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The commission alleges that they conspired to conceal, retain, and disguise proceeds from unlawful activities amounting to several billions of naira. The charges reportedly cover multiple years and involve the use of corporate entities and bank accounts to launder funds, holding cash as collateral for loans, and acquiring high-value properties in Abuja, Kano, and other locations. The EFCC further claims that some of the alleged offences took place while Malami was serving as Attorney-General, in breach of the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act, 2011 (as amended), and the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022.

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Cardi B Fires Back At Criticism Over Relationship With Stefon Diggs

Cardi B has fired back at fans who criticized her relationship with NFL star Stefon Diggs, addressing days of online backlash in a candid video posted on X on Monday, December 29. The WAP rapper confronted the scrutiny head-on, which intensified after she appeared to spend Christmas apart from Diggs. “Y’all need to calm down. Is y’all cool? Y’all been dragging me for three or four days and y’all been a little bit too mean. Like alright now. Y’all being a little bit too mean,” Cardi B said in the video. She went on to say, “I can’t change s— I can’t go back in time. I already had a baby. Y’all want me to put my baby back in my p—-? Huh? I don’t know what y’all want me to do. Y’all want me to leave my man and f— yours?” Emphasizing the only path forward, she added that she must “go forward now.” The Grammy-winning rapper, whose real name is Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar, welcomed her first child with Diggs in November. At the time, her representative confirmed, “Cardi is healthy and happy.” Cardi B is also a mother to three children with her estranged husband, rapper Offset: daughter Kulture, 7; son Wave, 4; and daughter Blossom, 1. The video reflects her effort to set boundaries and defend her personal life amidst ongoing public scrutiny.

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Rotimi Salami Breaks Silence On Death Of Close Friend Allwell Ademola

Nollywood actor Rotimi Salami has spoken publicly for the first time since the death of his close friend and colleague, Allwell Ademola, sharing a deeply emotional message on Instagram. In the post, Salami expressed the weight of his grief, noting that he has been overwhelmed by pain since her passing. He acknowledged the outpouring of love and concern from well-wishers but admitted that he is currently too weak to respond or properly express his emotions. “72 hours of endless tears still can’t bring back my Shuga boo. To everyone who has genuinely reached out to me with love and concern for my state of mind and well-being through countless calls, messages, and voice notes. I see them all. I truly do. I’m just too weak right now to read, listen, respond, or even find the words to express how I really feel. All is not well at the moment. But for the sake of our family, friends, and the fans who have shown up in prayers, posts, calls, and overwhelming love – and most especially for my children, who will draw strength from me as we learn to move on without our Shuga Boo, our Ibiayo, our Eniobanke, our Allwell Ademola. I promise to stand strong. Please, when you see me, don’t try to console me because I will break down. I still can’t say farewell. Shuga boo.” Salami added that while he is trying to find the strength to move forward for the sake of his family, friends, fans, and children, the process has been incredibly difficult, as he continues to struggle with the loss of someone who meant so much to him.

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PDP Absent As INEC Releases Provisional List Of 2026 Ekiti Governorship Candidates

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Monday released the provisional list of governorship and deputy governorship candidates for the June 20, 2026, Ekiti State election. The list, displayed at the INEC office along New Iyin Road in Ado-Ekiti, includes contenders from 12 political parties. The All Progressives Congress (APC) is fielding incumbent Governor Biodun Oyebanji (58) with Monisade Afuye (67) as his running mate. Other notable candidates include Opeyemi Falegan (41) of the Accord Party with Omoyemi Olaleye (42); Akande Oluwasegun (36) of the African Action Congress alongside Oluwasanmi Fajuyigbe; and Ayodeji Ojo (42) of the Action Democratic Party with Itunu Ibitoye (35). The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has nominated Oluwadare Bejide (66) with Paul Olowoyeye (52), while the Action People’s Party (APP) presents Bidemi Awogbemi (36) and Akinyemi Adewumi (53). Other parties listed include the Allied People’s Movement, Labour Party, New Nigeria People’s Party, People’s Redemption Party, Young Progressive Party, and Zenith Labour Party. Notably, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidates, Dr. Wole Oluyede and his deputy, were absent from the provisional list. INEC sources said the omission stems from unresolved court cases related to the party’s leadership. INEC has confirmed that the list will be updated on January 19, 2026, in line with the Electoral Act 2022, as parties finalise substitutions and resolve outstanding legal issues ahead of the polls.

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Toyin Abraham’s Oversabi Aunty Earns Over N382 Million In 11 Days

Toyin Abraham’s directorial debut, Oversabi Aunty, has soared at the box office, becoming Nollywood’s second-highest-grossing film of the weekend in 2025, raking in over N382 million in just 11 days. The film follows a well-meaning but overly involved aunty who constantly tries to solve everyone’s problems, resulting in a mix of hilarious misunderstandings and heartfelt revelations. Oversabi Aunty premiered at an advanced screening on December 18, generating excitement ahead of its nationwide release on December 19. Sharing her appreciation for the support, Abraham wrote: “Honestly, I can’t thank God and you, my amazing fans, enough. Without your love and support, I am nothing 🙏. Achieving this kind of milestone in just 11 days is HUGE for me! What took three weeks before, we’ve now done in 11 days. Eshey! Modupe ganni! Oversabi Aunty is still showing in cinemas nationwide. Please go watch it and tell others. It’s not just a movie—it’s a super story packed with real-life lessons. Thank you again and again 💖”   View this post on Instagram  

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Beyoncé Officially Becomes Billionaire Following Record-Breaking Tours and Business Ventures

Beyoncé has reached a milestone few musicians ever achieve—joining the ranks of billionaire entertainers. While most artists would consider a career-defining tour their peak, Beyoncé has continuously reinvented herself to reach new heights. Her 2023 Renaissance World Tour, a three-hour journey through her biggest hits, grossed nearly $600 million and solidified her status as one of the biggest pop culture icons in the world, alongside Taylor Swift. But Beyoncé didn’t stop there. In 2024, she released a country album, Cowboy Carter, performed at the Christmas NFL halftime show, and completed the world’s highest-grossing concert tour of 2025—moves that ultimately pushed her net worth past the billion-dollar mark. She now joins an elite group of 22 billionaire entertainers identified by Forbes, nearly half of whom have reached the milestone in the last three years. Beyoncé is only the fifth musician to achieve this, joining her husband Jay-Z, Taylor Swift, Bruce Springsteen, and Rihanna. Her rise to billionaire status has been built on strategic business decisions. In 2010, she founded Parkwood Entertainment, taking control of almost every aspect of her career. The company handles her music, concerts, and documentaries, fronting most production costs to ensure she captures a larger share of the profits.

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