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Tempoe Earns Spotify Billion Streams Plaque for Love Nwantiti
Nigerian record producer Michael Chigozie, popularly known as Tempoe, has earned Spotify’s billion streams plaque for his production of CKay’s global hit, Love Nwantiti (Ah Ah Ah).
The producer announced the recognition on Wednesday via his verified X account, where he shared photographs of the plaque and the presentation.
He wrote: “First & Only Solo Nigerian Song to surpass 1 BILLION STREAMS on Spotify!!! ICONIC!”
The plaque recognises Love Nwantiti (Ah Ah Ah), produced by Tempoe and performed by CKay, for surpassing one billion streams on Spotify, making it the first solo Nigerian song to reach the milestone on the platform.
The commemorative plaque bears the inscription: “In recognition of 1,000,000,000 streams”, with Tempoe credited as producer and CKay listed as the performing artiste.
Released in 2019, Love Nwantiti (Ah Ah Ah) gained global prominence following its international remixes and widespread traction on social media, becoming one of Afrobeats’ biggest global hit.
Tempoe, born and raised in Lagos State, has produced several commercially successful Afrobeats records with international recognition.
Some of his productions include CKay’s Love Nwantiti (Ah Ah Ah), Victony’s Soweto, Joeboy’s Sip (Alcohol) and Omah Lay’s Soso, which have collectively accumulated hundreds of millions of streams worldwide.
The recognition marks another milestone for Nigerian music, reflecting Afrobeats’ growing global reach and continued success on digital streaming platforms.
Fave Issues Warning to Secret Admirer over Disappointing Gift
Singer Fave has warned admirers against sending her gifts she considers below standard after expressing disappointment over an anonymous bouquet delivered to her.
Fave has warned admirers against sending her disappointing gifts after reacting to an anonymous flower bouquet she received.
The singer criticised the quality of the anonymous gift, saying it did not make her interested in knowing the sender.
Fave advised admirers to put more effort into gifts, insisting she would not appreciate flowers that fall below her expectations.
The singer shared her reaction in a video on social media, where she criticised both the quality of the bouquet and the fact that the sender chose to remain anonymous.
Visibly unimpressed, Fave said the gift left her irritated rather than flattered.
“Somebody sent me a bouquet of flowers, and I feel irritated because this is the bouquet, and the craziest thing about it is that the person decided to be anonymous. They didn’t even write their name on the card.”
She also described the handwritten note that accompanied the flowers as poorly presented and lacking the effort she would expect from someone trying to impress her.
According to the singer, the presentation of the gift gave her no reason to be curious about the identity of the admirer.
“They wrote this little note for me, and it’s not even an actual card. Look at the paper it was written on. Are you kidding me? You want to be anonymous? Where is the motivation to want to know who this person is? I actually do not want to know who you are.”
Fave further questioned why anyone would send her a gift they clearly put little effort into, adding that no one had even reached out afterward to confirm whether she received the flowers.
She suggested that the bouquet was not worthy of appreciation and joked that she was not about to spend time trying to figure out who had sent it.
“Why would you send me this, and the craziest thing about it is that nobody has messaged me to ask if I received the flowers.”
The singer ended her remarks with a stern warning to admirers, not to send her flowers unless they were of a quality she could genuinely appreciate.
She added that if someone insists on sending a gift that falls short of that standard, they might as well include their name instead of remaining anonymous.
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Rudeboy Breaks Silence on Okoye Family Feud, Demands for Privacy, Respect
Rudeboy’s management has released a statement on the ongoing rift between the Okoye brothers.
The statement described the issue as a family one that must be resolved with dignity, respect, and responsibility,
The statement comes amid the recent escalation of tension between the brothers, which has resulted in new revelations by Mr P.
In a statement released on August 6, 2026, Paul Okoye AKA Rudeboy, reacted to the ongoing issues with his twin brother, Peter Okoye AKA Mr P, who is at loggerheads with Rudeboy and Jude.
Rudeboy acknowledged the public interest in the dispute but insisted that family matters are best handled with “dignity, respect, and responsibility.
” He added that he refuses to be “drawn into an exchange of allegations or commentary that distracts from the work, the fans, and the music.”“Fire Department Inc., the official management of Rudeboy, is aware of the ongoing public conversations surrounding recent events involving members of the Okoye family.
While we understand the public interest, we believe that personal and family matters are best handled with dignity, respect, and responsibility. We will not be drawn into an exchange of allegations or commentary that distracts from the work, the fans, and the music.
Rudeboy remains fully committed to his craft and deeply grateful for the unwavering support he continues to receive from fans across Nigeria, Africa, and the rest of the world. Their encouragement has been instrumental in the growing success of “Blessed & Alive” featuring Sarkodie, and our focus remains on sharing music that inspires, uplifts, and connects people.
We respectfully ask our supporters, media partners, and the public to allow space for professionalism and mutual respect. We encourage everyone to avoid speculation and to rely on verified information rather than rumors or online commentary.
As management, our responsibility is to support Rudeboy’s artistic journey, protect the integrity of his work, and ensure that his energy remains focused on creating exceptional music and delivering memorable performances for his fans worldwide.
We sincerely thank everyone who has continued to stream, share, and celebrate “Blessed & Alive.” This is only the beginning, and we look forward to announcing more exciting projects, performances, and milestones in the weeks and months ahead.”
The decade-long dispute between the iconic African pop music duo P-Sqaure, comprising Peter Okoye and his twin brother Paul Okoye, and their older brother and former manager Jude Okoye escalated in July 2026.
The latest escalation started on social media when Peter Okoye AKA Mr P, made a statement about not caring if his kids are unable to speak their native Igbo language. Amid the wave of criticism that followed, Paul Okoye AKA Rudeboy, shared a music video with a caption celebrating his Igbo heritage, which many considered a blatant dig at his twin brothers.
The clip would force Mr P to come out publicly with a detailed breakdown of his rift with his twin brother, Rudeboy, and his older brother, Jude. In a series of videos shared on his Instagram account, Mr P went into a detailed breakdown of how his brothers allegedly frustrated him out of P-Square, bullied him, oppressed him and his family, and stole millions of dollars from him and P-Square.
Mr P’s ongoing revelations, which he has shared in a video series that is currently on part 7, have sparked massive public interest, which has forced Rudeboy to release a statement and Jude to make a video explaining his side.
The issues between the brothers have also resulted in a series of litigation, including an EFCC case against Jude and court proceedings against Mr P instituted by Jude.
With the latest escalation and the new facts revealed by Mr P, it’s unlikely that the Okoye brothers will be calling a truce anytime soon.
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Rema Releases Teaser for TEA
Ace Nigerian Afrobeat star, Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, has released a teaser for his forthcoming single, “TEA,” scheduled for release on Friday.
The “Calm Down” crooner shared a 26-second preview of the track in a post on his verified X handle on Wednesday with the caption “TEA Friday”
The teaser features Rema riding a motorcycle at dusk while previewing the song, which is produced by American record producer, Mustard.
The announcement marks Rema’s first single of 2026 and has sparked excitement among fans ahead of its official release.
The teaser has attracted reactions across social media, with many fans expressing anticipation for the collaboration between the Nigerian singer and the U.S. producer.
Rema, known for the global hit “Calm Down”, was born in Benin City. He rose to prominence after signing with Jonzing World in 2019 and has since become one of Afrobeats’ leading global stars.
His debut album, “Rave & Roses”, released in 2022, while his second studio album, “HEIS”, was released in 2024.
The forthcoming single follows Rema’s release of “Goals”, the official FIFA World Cup 2026 soundtrack, and further underscores his growing global influence in Afrobeats.
Tempoe earns spotify billion streams plaque for love Nwantiti.
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FG Backs Miss Nigeria for 75th Miss World Pageant
The Federal Government has rallied support for Miss Nigeria, Miss Tamunosoye Karibi-George, as the country’s official representative to the 75th Miss World pageant scheduled to hold in Vietnam on Sept. 5.
Speaking at a send-forth reception in Abuja on Wednesday, the Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, described the global pageant as a platform promoting leadership, purpose and social impact.
“It is my honour to present and send forth Miss Tamunosoye Karibi-George, Miss Nigeria, as the official representative of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to the Miss World Pageant 2026.
“She will carry our flag onto one of the most visible stages in the world, and she will carry it with grace, intelligence and pride,” she said.
The minister said Nigeria’s participation alongside contestants from about 130 countries offered an opportunity to showcase the nation’s cultural heritage, promote its creative economy and project the resilience of Nigerian women.
“This is cultural diplomacy at its finest, and it sits squarely within the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu,” she said.
Sulaiman-Ibrahim assured that the ministry would provide full institutional support for Karibi-George throughout the competition, covering her preparation, travel arrangements and welfare during the international event.
“From her preparation, to her travel, to her welfare throughout the competition, she will not be left to carry this alone,” she said.
She urged Nigerians at home and in the diaspora to support the country’s representative, saying her participation provided a unique opportunity to tell Nigeria’s story on a global stage.
“Whether she wins or places, she has already achieved something of real significance. She has earned the right to tell Nigeria’s story to the world,” the minister added.
The Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Esuabana Asanye, expressed confidence that Nigeria could reclaim the Miss World crown through sustained commitment and structured preparation.
She said Nigerian women had taken ownership of grooming the country’s representatives through a structured national process, unlike before 1995 when the responsibility rested with government institutions.
Recalling Nigeria’s achievements at the global pageant, Asanye cited Helen Prest-Ajayi, Miss Nigeria 1979, and Agbani Darego, who became the first Black African woman to win the title.
“It has happened before and it will happen again. We are very certain that the crown will come back to Nigeria,” she said.
Responding, Karibi-George expressed gratitude for the confidence reposed in her and pledged to represent Nigeria with dignity while showcasing the country’s rich culture and heritage.
“My heart is full of joy and gratitude. I am honoured to represent the rich culture, heritage and traditions of the Nigerian people,” she said.
She expressed optimism that Nigeria would once again emerge victorious at the competition and return home with the coveted Miss World crown.
“My deepest prayer is that what happened 25 years ago will happen again on Sept. 5,” she said.
The grand finale of the 75th Miss World pageant will be held on Sept. 5 in Nha Trang, Vietnam, with contestants expected from about 130 countries.


