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First Nigerian To Win Latin Grammy Receives Four Certificates

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3 years ago

April 1, 2023

Popular Nigerian singer and record executive, Oluwatosin Ajibade, professionally known by his stage name Mr Eazi, has become the first Nigerian musician to win a Latin Grammy after receiving nominations in four categories.

The nominations at the 21st edition of the annual Latin Grammy awards are for his contribution to the albums of Bad Bunny and J Balvin.

Mr Eazi was a featured artiste on the song, Arcoíris off ‘Colores’ with J Balvin, which won the ‘Best Urban’ album category and also Oasis on the J Balvin x Bad Bunny’ album in the same category.

The singer’s contributions to both ‘Oasis’ and ‘Colores’ were widely acclaimed for its genre bending sound and innovative approach to Latin music.

The featured tracks, ‘Acoiris‘ and ‘COMO UN BEBÉ’ have garnered over 198 and 54 million streams, respectively, on Spotify and helped to bring a fresh perspective to the projects.

Mr Eazi’s success in the Latin music world is a testament to his talent and commitment to breaking down barriers by creating a truly global sound.

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Nigerian Musician Dies In Canada

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1 day ago

November 3, 2025

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Popular live music band leader, Akinloye Tofowomo popularly known as Akiin Shuga, has died at the age of 50.

His death was confirmed in a statement released by his family on Monday.

Akiin Shuga died on October 30, 2025, in New Brunswick, Canada.

The statement described the Shuga Band founder as “a revered music icon and custodian of rhythm, culture, and the spirit of performance”.

The family also said details of funeral arrangements will be revealed in due course.

In the meantime, they requested for “privacy and quiet reflection at this deeply difficult time”.

Akiin Shuga leaves behind his wife, children, siblings, and mother.

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Jarvis Threatens To Sue Peller Over Money Laundering Allegation

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November 3, 2025

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Popular content creator and TikToker, Amadou Elizabeth Aminata, better known as Jarvis, has threatened legal action against her boyfriend, Peller.

Peller, who is also a TikTok star, had in a recent livestream named Jarvis among other TikTokers that laundered money through the platform’s gifting feature.

Reacting to the allegation, Jarvis management, Aiso Entertainment, tagged Peller’s claim as false.

Jarvis management in a statement shared on her social media page, threatened to sue Peller for defamation, noting that “such accusations are an attack on her character and legality, which deserve stringent legal action of this kind”.

“The management alongside her esteemed legal counsel, denies these allegations and we are currently exploring the possibility of initiating a defamation lawsuit against Mr. Peller,” the statement added.

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Popular Kannywood Actor Passes Away

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November 3, 2025

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A popular Kannywood actor, Mato Na Mato, also known as Malam Nata’ala, has reportedly passed away after a protracted illness.

Malam Nata’ala, a native of Potiskum in Yobe State, is known for prominent role as almajiri school teacher in a popular Arewa24 Hausa drama series, Dadin Kowa’.

Before his death, the actor had severally made online posts seeking financial help to settle his medical bills.

His online posts drew the attention of Niger’s President, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, who supported him N27 million.