Category: Entertainment
Video Shows Destiny Boy Laid To Rest At Family Home, Sparks Reactions Online
A video from the funeral of Nigerian singer Azeez Adeshina, famously known as Destiny Boy, has surfaced online, drawing heartfelt reactions from fans and social media users. The footage shows the late singer’s body being brought to his family home in Ogun State to begin funeral rites. A white hearse, its siren blaring, is seen entering the Odo Rori compound in Ayetoro, Yewa, carrying Destiny Boy for burial at his father’s residence. His death earlier this week had already sparked debates online, with some reports mentioning police involvement in the circumstances surrounding his passing. Despite the controversies, the family went ahead with the burial on Friday, January 23. The video prompted many online users to express surprise and concern over the burial location, questioning why Destiny Boy was laid to rest at home instead of a public cemetery. I didn’t really know this young, handsome boy but I’ve been seeing his story everywhere since last week. The body of Destiny Boy has now arrived at his father’s compound for burial. May his soul rest in perfect peace and may God comfort his pregnant wife and his little son🥰🙏 pic.twitter.com/Odet41T674 — Big Love (@bigHotbaby1) January 23, 2026
Davido Shares Warm Backstage Hug With France’s First Lady Brigitte Macron At Paris Fashion Week
A video of Afrobeats sensation Davido, born David Adeleke, interacting warmly with France’s First Lady, Brigitte Macron, has gone viral, delighting fans across social media. The clip, captured backstage after his performance at Paris Fashion Week 2026, shows Davido receiving a heartfelt greeting from the French First Lady. Currently in Paris for Day 1 of the fashion week, Davido had earlier confirmed his presence in the city after US streamer IShowSpeed asked about his location during his Africa tour 2026. In the footage, Davido affectionately greets Brigitte Macron with “Mama,” prompting her to hug him warmly. The friendly exchange continued as the first lady also embraced Davido’s older sister, Sharon Adeleke, creating a lively and positive atmosphere that immediately caught the attention of fans online. First Lady of France Specially greeting Davido Backstage after his Amazing Performance. pic.twitter.com/sQsmIUi8TE — PHOENIX 30BG (@30bgphoenixx) January 23, 2026
IfeLuv Sparks Debate After Undergoing “Christian BBL” Body Enhancement Procedure
Nigerian influencer IfeLuv has revealed that she underwent a body enhancement procedure she described as a “Christian BBL.” Sharing a recovery video on social media, she wrote: “I went in, came out and I’m deeply grateful. Thank you, God, for protection, peace, and a successful surgery. No surgery is small and choosing the safest hands and the right environment is the first step to survival. So thankful for the expertise, care, and professionalism of Heritage Med & Spa. This journey was covered 🙏” By calling it a “Christian BBL,” IfeLuv sparked widespread online discussions about body modification and faith. Her post drew mixed reactions, with some fans congratulating her while others debated the ethics and choices involved in cosmetic procedures. View this post on Instagram
Tope Alabi’s Daughter Welcomes First Child
Tope Alabi’s daughter has welcomed her first child with her husband, bringing immense joy to the gospel singer’s family. She shared the news on Instagram with photos of herself and her husband, including a tender shot of their baby’s tiny fingers being held. In the post, she wrote: “Psalm 127:3 A love so pure, it feels like heaven Our angel in human form is here and we are more than grateful to God for her :@prestaz AYO is available on all streaming platforms!” The heartfelt post captures the couple’s gratitude and excitement as they celebrate the arrival of their newborn.
Lagos Court Bars VeryDarkMan, Doris Ogala, Others From Mentioning Dr. Chris Okafor Pending Suit
Justice Akintunde Savage of the Lagos State High Court, Ikeja, has restrained social media influencer Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), actress Doris Ogala, and Kelvin Chimaobi Emmanuel from making any references to Dr. Chris Okafor, his ministry, or church on any platform until the resolution of a pending lawsuit. The suit, filed by Dr. Okafor and marked ID/14399GCMW/2026, lists Ogala, VeryDarkMan, and Emmanuel as the first to third defendants. The ex parte application was brought under Order 43, Rules 1, 2, and 7 of the High Court of Lagos State (Civil Procedure) Rules 2019, as well as the court’s inherent powers. In his ruling, Justice Savage ordered the defendants and their associates to stop publishing or circulating any private materials related to the claimant, including chats, text messages, images, pictures, or videos. The court directed that the defendants must not mention Dr. Chris Okafor’s name, images, videos, or the name of his church, Grace Nation International (also known as Liberation City), in any form—written or spoken—on social media or other media outlets. They were further barred from releasing any content allegedly intended to blackmail or extort money from Dr. Okafor. Justice Savage also allowed for substituted service of the claimant’s legal documents, including the writ of summons, witness list, and statements on oath, through publication in a national newspaper. The matter has been adjourned to February 2, 2026, for hearing.
‘I’m Not Here for Influencers, Africa Tour Is About Real Culture and Talent’ – IShowSpeed
American online streamer Darren Jason Watkins Jr., popularly known as iShowSpeed, has addressed criticism over claims that he ignored Nigerian content creators during his ongoing Africa tour, insisting that the trip is focused on culture and everyday people, not influencer collaborations. The clarification came after reactions trailed his Wednesday livestream of his first full day in Lagos, which drew massive crowds, unfiltered street interactions and viral moments that quickly spread across social media within and outside Africa. The controversy started after some Nigerian content creators accused Speed of deliberately avoiding collaboration requests during his Lagos visit. Fans repeatedly urged him to meet Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, a Nigerian streamer active on TikTok and Kick. Peller made several attempts to get Speed’s attention, including trying to climb onto his vehicle and later riding a horse through traffic to approach him. In a widely circulated clip, he was heard saying, “Please, I’m a streamer. I’m big. Please let’s do something. I have suffered because of you,” but Speed did not respond and continued with his scheduled activities. The repeated attempts and Speed’s silence sparked heated online discussions, with fans and creators questioning why one of the world’s biggest streamers would tour Africa without linking up with well-known local personalities. Reacting to the backlash, Speed explained that the purpose of his Speed Does Africa tour had been misunderstood. “This tour is not about collaborations with influencers or streamers,” he said. “The goal is to show African culture, the people on the streets, and the talent that doesn’t usually get seen.” He added that many of those expressing dissatisfaction already have established audiences, noting that “a lot of the people complaining already have audiences, while this tour is meant to give exposure to people who normally don’t get it.” Speed also clarified that his movements throughout the tour are tightly planned by his team. “Every day on this tour is scheduled — the locations, the time, everything,” he said, stressing that adding last-minute meetups or collaborations is not possible. He further explained that “cutting short cultural visits or cancelling plans made by local communities would be disrespectful,” insisting that the tour must follow its original structure. According to him, similar reactions occurred earlier during his visit to South Africa, where some creators also felt sidelined, but he remained focused on the central aim of the tour. “This trip is about the real Africa — the street performers, the local artists, and the communities with real talent that don’t usually get global attention,” he said. iShowSpeed’s Africa tour, titled Speed Does Africa, began on December 29, 2025, and is scheduled to run for 28 days across 20 countries. He is expected to visit Benin Republic next as the tour continues.
“Na Tension” – Egungun Of Lagos Reacts After Awkward IShowSpeed Interview
Instagram influencer Egungun of Lagos has responded after being widely criticized for losing his composure during an interview with US streamer IShowSpeed. IShowSpeed, currently on his 2026 African tour, arrived in Lagos on January 21 and has since met several local celebrities before moving on to another African country. A video circulating online shows Egungun struggling to conduct the interview with the 21-year-old streamer. At one point, Egungun asked, “Speed, how old are you?” IShowSpeed replied, “I’m 21.” Egungun then remarked, “Jesus Christ, and you look so healthy and strong,” before awkwardly adding, “When did you start this, woo woo, woo woo?” IShowSpeed, clearly confused, responded, “You say what?” The clip drew criticism from many Nigerians, who accused Egungun of failing to hold an intelligent conversation and noted that IShowSpeed seemed bored during the exchange. Popular blogger Tunde Ednut also shared the viral video, showing a man rebuking Egungun over the interview. In response, Egungun explained that the tension of the moment and a strict security check before meeting IShowSpeed contributed to his awkward performance. He asked fans to be understanding of his efforts, saying: “Abeg make Ona no vex for me 🤣🤣🤣🤣 na tension even before the interview securities wan kill me 🤣 please take it easy on me na hustle I Dey, don’t judge me 🙏🤣.”
Oga’s Twins Not Autistic – Israel DMW Slams Kemi Olunloyo Over Baseless Claims About Davido’s Twins
Israel DMW has strongly responded to journalist Kemi Olunloyo after she made controversial claims about Davido and his family amid the ongoing paternity saga involving Anuoluwapo. Olunloyo had sparked outrage online by alleging that Davido’s children were autistic, among other baseless claims. In a forceful rebuttal, Israel DMW called out Olunloyo for her comments, saying: “Yeye Kemi. You made a whole good and reserved chairman to be talking on social media because of your clout chasing? After dragging your own father till he finally died? Oloriburuku aunty.” He defended the singer’s family, stressing that none of Davido’s children are autistic and that they are all healthy and well taken care of. Israel also highlighted that Davido’s choice to keep his children off social media is a personal decision, noting that they attend one of the most expensive schools in Atlanta. “Oga’s children are very healthy, 100. His decision to keep them off social media is best known to him. They attend the most expensive school in Atlanta. Aunty wey no get sense,” he added. The exchange highlights the intensity surrounding the paternity dispute, with Israel DMW firmly rejecting Olunloyo’s claims and defending the singer’s family from public scrutiny.