Tems and Rema are the only Nigerian artistes to feature in Barack Obama’s 2024 summer playlist.

Curated by the former U.S. president, this prestigious playlist includes a diverse selection of both international and domestic artistes.

The playlist was announced via his X handle, where he wrote: “With summer winding down, I wanted to share some songs that I’ve been listening to lately – and it wouldn’t be my playlist if it didn’t include an eclectic mix. I hope you find something new to listen to!”

Among the tracks featured in the playlist are Tems’ “Love Me Jeje” from her debut album, which showcases her smooth, soulful style and emotive delivery that have garnered widespread acclaim on social media, and Rema’s “Yayo” from his sophomore album “HEIS”, which topped the charts in Greece and has surpassed 60 million streams on Spotify, sparking a frenzy among fans.

Mr Obama’s summer playlist includes Charli XCX’s “365,” Beyoncé’s “Texas Hold ‘Em,” Tommy Richman’s “Million Dollar Baby”, “Wanna Be” by Glorilla & Megan Thee Stallion, and Billie Eilish’s “CHIHIRO,” as well as classic tracks like “How Do U Want It” by 2Pac featuring K-Ci & JoJo and Bob Dylan’s “Silvio.”

In a recent video interview with influencer Carter Gregory (thecarterb) , the 63-year-old former president revealed that his daughters, Sasha and Malia, helped keep his musical tastes current and broaden his musical horizons.

“I get referrals from my daughters — which keeps me not stuck in the ’80s,” the former president told Mr Gregory.

While Mr Gregory explained the music he’s dancing to lately, Mr Obama said, “I’m not sure that I’d be dancing as well as you. I’ve got moves … but I try to stay in my lane.”

“I’ve got some newer stuff, some older stuff. I tend to mix it up,” the former president says of his current playlist.

US rapper, Travis Scott has been arrested in Paris, France, after an altercation with his bodyguard at the George V hotel.

Police arrested Scott, 33, after a security guard had tried to break up a fight between the rapper and his bodyguard, French prosecutors said, adding a criminal investigation had been opened.

Several French media had reported that Scott was drunk early Friday morning.

Scott was seen attending the Olympics men’s basketball semi-finals on Thursday evening.

The music star, whose real name is Jacques Bermon Webster, was arrested in Miami Beach in June for trespassing and disorderly intoxication, local police said at the time.

Travis Scott is a successful American musician. His album “Utopia” was a nominee for Best Rap Album at this year’s Grammy Awards.

Hip hop legend, Snoop Dogg, pop star Billie Eilish and iconic rock band the Red Hot Chili Peppers are expected to perform at the Paris Olympic Games Closing Ceremony on Sunday, Variety is reporting.

According to a report published by the outlet on August 8, the three artists will feature in the handoff of the Summer Olympic Games from Paris to Los Angeles, California, in a mix of pre-taped and live performances.

Variety reported that the closing ceremony will also feature a stunt by famous Hollywood actor Tom Cruise.

At the end of Sunday’s Closing Ceremony, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass will accept the Olympic Torch and bring it home as she returns from Paris. The city will host the 2028 Summer Olympic Games.

Snoop Dogg, Billie Eilish and Red Hot Chili Peppers are natives of Los Angeles. Snoop carried the Olympic Torch ahead of the opening ceremony of the Paris Games.

Big Brother Naija season nine contestant, Ocee has revealed he is expecting a child with his fiancee.

Ocee, one half of the Mbadiwe twins, made the disclosure in a chat with fellow housemate, Chizoba.

He also showed Chizoba some pictures of his partner’s baby bump he brought into Biggie’s house.

On her part, Chizoba, congratulated him, adding that she could not wait for him to tie the knot with his girlfriend.

Ocee had earlier revealed to some housemates that he is engaged and begged them to keep it a secret.

The 2024 ‘No Loose Guard’ edition will run for 71 days. The winner will go home with a grand prize of N100 million.

Chidimma Adetshina, a Miss South Africa contestant, has withdrawn from the competition.

She said she withdrew for the safety and wellbeing of herself and family.

South Africa’s national beauty pageant has been enmeshed in controversy after the government accused Chidimma’s mother of fraud and identity theft.

Consequently, Chidimma, 23, has been the subject of hostile, xenophobic attacks on social media after she was announced as a finalist in the competition in July.

Many had questioned her credentials, including cabinet ministers.

The controversy the issue generated led to an investigation into her citizenship by the Home Affairs Ministry, after a request from the pageant’s organisers.

The investigation uncovered “prima facie indications” that Chidimma’s mother may have committed fraud and stolen the identity of a South African woman after the Miss SA hopeful was born, the ministry said on Wednesday.

In a post on her Instagram account, Chidimma said although withdrawing from the pageant is a difficult decision, the safety of her family comes first.

The post reads, “I would like to start off by thanking everyone who has stood beside me right from the start of my Miss South Africa journey. I’m really grateful for all the love and support I have been shown.

“Being part of the Miss South Africa 2024 competition has been an amazing journey however, after much careful consideration, I have made the difficult decision to withdraw myself from the competition for the safety and wellbeing of my family and I.

“With the support of the Miss South Africa Organisation, I leave with a heart full of gratitude for this amazing experience.

“I would like to take this opportunity to wish my fellow finalists all of the best for the remainder of the competition. Whoever wears the crown represents us all.”

Nigerian afrobeats megastar, Rema has finally reacted to viral reports that he was paid $3 million to perform at the wedding of Asia’s richest man, Mukesh Ambani’s son, Anant Ambani, and daughter of pharma tycoons, Viren and Shaila Merchant, Radhika Merchant.

Rema made headlines after he performed at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s wedding on July 12 at the Jio World Centre in Bandra Kurla Centre (BKC) in Mumbai.

According to Hindustan Times, Rema was paid $3 million to perform his global hit song ‘Calm Down’ at the event.

In a recent interview with GRM, Rema was asked to comment on the viral report.

Interviewer: “Is it true you got paid $3million for Ambani’s Wedding in India?”

Rema: “Hehehe. That’s what I can say, to be honest. Money-wise, but overall, it was a great treatment. It was beautiful.

“I love India. India loves me, too. And it’s just beautiful to see something that people trolled me for, criticised me for. And now, I’m benefiting from that.

“Imagine if I stopped. Imagine if I actually listened to the trolls online and switched up my sound.

“Four years later, it paid and still paying and more to come. India is a huge territory. I’m actually the first afrobeats artiste to tour India. I’m even probably the first African if I’m not wrong, but if I’m mistaking, please, forgive me. But it’s a huge deal.

“It’s not just about the wedding. It’s about the reception everywhere I go. I remember when I was touring India, I didn’t even know how they knew. When I go anywhere just to eat, it’s just paparazzi. It’s crazier than the love in Nigeria.”

Veteran Nollywood actor, Francis Duru, has mourned the demise of his son, Ifeanyi.

The actor broke the news in a post on Instagram on Thursday where he described Ifeanyi as a “champ” and a “lion” who fought valiantly.

He wrote, “My champ! My lion, you fought like a lion. If this is the way He wants it, so be it, I still judge you faithful.

“Ifeanyi, my champ. I will miss you, son. I will forever love you. Rest in peace, son, rest. I give you thanks, Lord!”

The news came as a shock to fans and colleagues alike, as Duru had recently celebrated Ifeanyi’s 15th birthday in December 2023.

An outpouring of condolences has since flooded his post on Instagram as friends and fans offer words of comfort to the grieving actor and his family.

Internationally acclaimed South African actress, Connie Chiume has died at the age of 72.

Connie Chiume, who was best known for her roles in Black Panther and Wakanda Forever died on Tuesday, at Garden City Hospital.

Announcing her passage in a public statement on Tuesday, her family said, “The Chiume Family regrets to inform you of the passing of internationally acclaimed award winning actress Connie Chiume.

“Connie, 72, died today on August 6, 2024, at Garden City Hospital. The family will communicate further details and ask for privacy during this difficult period.”

The late actress gained fame through her many on screen characters in popular TV shows such as Mohlolohadi, Zone 14, Yizo Yizo, Rhythm City, Housekeepers, Grassroots, and the Marvel movie ‘Black Panther’.

She recently starred in the hit series ‘Gomora’ and featured in Beyonce’s film ‘Black Is King’.

Veteran Nollywood actor, Patrick Doyle, has described his ex-wife, Ireti as a first class mother.

Patrick, during his recent interview with Olumide Iyanda, QEDNG’s publisher, explained that he has no ill feelings toward Ireti after their divorce.

The 63-year-old also addressed one of his Facebook posts that appeared to be an apology to Ireti in 2018.

He said, “Ireti is a first class mother and provider for her children. She is taking good care of my daughter. How can I wish her ill? As far as mothers go, they don’t come any better. She provides 360 mothering care.

“As a man, it is my duty to say you don’t look happy. Responsibility for the stability of the home is that of the head of the home. So that was a bid to ease whatever the tensions were at the time,” he said.

DAILY POST recalls that Patrick and Ireti, 57, got married in 2004, but the actress confirmed their divorce in 2023.

The couple has five children together.

22 housemates face possible eviction from Big Brother Naija ‘No loose guard’ house after Mbadiwe twins became second pair to be saved.

Mbadiwe twins, Ocee and Ozee, on Monday won the second week’s immunity challenge.

Mbadiwe twins alongside team Streeze consisting of Mayor Frosh and Toby Forge who won week two Custodian games on Sunday, are safe from this week’s nominations and eviction.

Recall that Biggie had earlier announced that Head of the House, HoH, will no longer have immunity.

This is a change from previous seasons where HOH enjoyed immunity from eviction nominations and had veto power to save and replace housemates.

Nominated pairs up for possible eviction this week are:

Aces (Topher and Sooj)
Doublekay (Kassia and Kellyrae)
Chekas (Chizoba and Onyeka)
Nelita (Anita and Queen Nelly)
Floruish (Dj Flo and Rhuttee)
Radicals (Fairme David and Michky)
Beta (Ben and Tjay)
Shatoria (Shaun and Victoria)
Ndi Nne (Chinne and Nneamaka)
Zinwe (Chinwe and Zion)
Wanni X Handi (Wanni and Handi)

American singer, Solána Imani Rowe, popularly known as SZA, has announced a break from live performances.

According to her, the break is indefinite.

She announced this on social media after headlining Montreal’s Osheaga Festival on Aug. 5.

The ‘Kill Bill’ hitmaker explained that she needs the break to focus on getting her life together.

On her X handle, SZA wrote, “Yesterday was my last show for a while. Finally bout to get my life together. Thank u God.”

The Grammy-winning R&B crooner has been on the road since early 2023, performing 63 shows across the globe for her ‘SOS’ Tour before launching into a packed summer festival schedule.

Popular crossdresser, Idris Okuneye, AKA Bobrisky, has advised Nigerians not to abuse the naira or they will become a landlord in prison.

Bobsrisky made this known shortly after he was released from prison on Monday.

Recall that Bobrisky was sentenced to six months in prison for naira abuse.

In an interview with GoldMyneTV, he urged Nigerians to follow the rules and abide by the law.

”Don’t spray money, unless you’ll be a landlord inside Kirikiri.”

“It’s not just about killing or any criminal activity, something light like this can take you there.

“I’m only focusing on my friends who were there for me, and I’m grateful. I’m not thinking about any other person.”

Popular crossdresser, Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has been released from prison.

Recall that the EFCC had on April 5 secured the conviction of Bobrisky, for mutilating naira notes.

Okuneye was charged by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on four counts bordering on naira abuse.

He pleaded guilty before Justice A.O. Awogboro of the Federal High Court, Lagos.

Bobrisky was released on Monday, August 5, 2024.

He was seen in video with friends, vibing to Mohbad’s and Chike’s Egwu song.

His friends were quoted saying, ‘we are out of prison. Congratulation Bobrisky.”

Popular comedian, Oluwaseyitan Aletile, also known as Seyi Law, has claimed that Nigerian governors can go as far as organising the execution of the President if state police is created.

DAILY POST reports that there have been calls for the creation of state police in Nigeria.

While reacting to reports that the 33 Local Government Chairmen in Oyo State have jointly decided to break away from the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria, ALGON, Seyi Law insinuated that Nigerian governors abuse power and would also abuse state police if created.

On his X handle on Sunday, he wrote: “Imagine State Police in the hands of some Governors. They will personally organise the execution of the President.”

Popular singer and half of the defunct P-Square, Paul Nonso Okoye, aka Rudeboy, has blasted All Progressives Congress, APC, chieftain, Joe Igbokwe over his comment on the group’s split.

Paul Okoye recently confirmed that P-Square has broken up again barely three years after they reunited in 2021 after they split in 2016.

While reacting to their latest split, Igbokwe had berated them for not being able to manage their issues despite being twin brothers.

He also lashed out on their personal lives.

On his Facebook page, Igbokwe wrote: “So shameful that two twin brothers Paul and Peter cannot work together, cannot love one another, they cannot trust each other, they cannot think together, they cannot reason together, they cannot forgive each other, they cannot manage their wives, they cannot manage their success story, they cannot control their emotions, they cannot manage their internal contradictions, even their wives could not help matters, what about their parents, their brothers and sisters, their Nnaochie? etc. This is a shame.

“It pains me to no end. Now, are there no elders in the family? This is success without brains. Education without character. Make shame catch us small na. When Gold rusts what will Iron do? Ndi ara akwu eke. Awon werey.”

His comment didn’t sit down well with Paul who took to his Instagram page to blast Igbokwe.

He asked the APC chieftain to focus on tackling the hardship he and his party caused in the country.

Paul Okoye wrote, “Joe Igbokwe, your papa!

“Elder wey mumu! Focus on the country wey you put mouth scatter! People are hungry!”

Afrobeat musician, Kizz Daniel has debunked the breakup rumours with his wife.

The singer’s marriage was rumoured to have crashed after he was caught with another woman in his studio.

Amid the breakup rumours, Kizz Daniel in a post on his official page requested a refund for all his expenses.

However, reacting to the controversies in a social media post on Wednesday, Kizz Daniel sent internet in-laws on another journey to confusion, as he shared pictures of him and his wife.

The singer who seems to be promoting one of his songs, featured his wife in the picture.

Legendary Nigerian singer and actress, Onyeka Onwenu has reportedly died at the age of 72.

She was said to have died on Tuesday night at the Reddington Hospital in Lagos after slumping at the birthday party of Mrs Stella Okoli.

TheNiche reported that an eyewitness who was at the party confirmed the news.

“It is very sad. Onyeka Onwenu just performed at the birthday of Mrs. Stella Okoli today (Tuesday, July 30, 2024), and after performing, she slumped.

“She was taken to Reddington Hospital and she couldn’t make it,” the eyewitness said.

However, the deceased’s family has yet to announce her death as of press time.

Onwenu will be remembered for her music albums such as In The Morning Light and Dancing In The Sun.

She also featured in the Half of a Yellow Sun and Lions Heart, among others.

Grammy-winning singer, Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, shared some insights about Nigerian society in a snippet of his soon-to-be-released song, ‘Empty Chairs’ off his upcoming seventh studio album, ‘No Sign Of Weakness.’

The ‘Dangote’ crooner claimed in his new song that Nigerians who managed to get rich without joining politics often become victims of the dysfunctional society.

Burna Boy also said his enemies have left the streets and now on the internet.

“If you no be politician and you manage get rich, them go turn you victim of society.

My enemies are no longer on the streets of the road. Now they’re on the internet for the blogs,” he sings in the snippet, which went viral on X on Monday night.

Big Brother Naija Season 9 pair, Wanni and Handi, have said that their parents find it difficult to tell them apart.

During a conversation with fellow housemates on Monday morning, the identical twins said their dad struggled the most in telling them apart.

“Our parents can’t tell us apart, especially our dad,” they said.

In a dialogue with Shaun, Wanni prodded: “How do you tell us apart?”

Shaun replied: “Through your eyes.”

Wanni inferred: “I’m thicker, do you look at my a** when I walk?”

Shaun responded: “Sometimes.”

There is also a pair of identical male twins in the house, Ocee and Ozee – collectively called Mbadiwe Twins

Sheila Courage, the estranged wife of singer, Davido’s Logistics Manager, Israel Afeare, popularly known as Israel DMW, is set to remarry.

The soon-to-be bride took to her social media account to share the pre-wedding video with her mystery lover.

In the video, Sheila, who hid the face of her soon-to-be new husband, stated that she won’t give up on love even if she has to try multiple times.

She said, “I identify as a hopeless romantic because I believe everyone deserves a perfect love story.

“And I don’t care how many times you’ve to try. I believe it’s worth fighting for and love is worth going on any journey until you find your love story. And I’m glad to have found mine.

“[To her mystery man:] thank you for doing this with me. I promise to not take it for granted. I love you.”

Mystery man: “I love you!”

Israel and Sheila tied the knot on October 20, 2022, at a traditional ceremony that was held in Benin City.

However, the couple got separated barely eight months after their lavish wedding over allegations of domestic violence and infidelity from both parties.

Israel DMW has stated severally that Sheila can’t remarry, claiming that she didn’t return the bride price he paid in full.