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Mercy Chinwo Shines At UK’s Premier Gospel Awards

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Nigerian female gospel phenom, Mercy Chinwo has bagged the 2023 Best International Act Winner at the Premier Gospel Awards in the United Kingdom.

The Premier Gospel Awards held on Friday at the prestigious Cadogan Hall in Chelsea, London, successfully celebrated 50 years of gospel music in the UK.

Chinwo, who is married to Blessed Uzochikwa, lead pastor of a Lekki-based church in Lagos, The Waterbrook Church, expressed delight over the receipt of the Award in an Instagram post where she tagged the organisers.

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She wrote, “Thanks for the honour @premiergospel. To every one of you who voted, thank you. God bless you all.”

Uzochikwa, in a statement, also applauded his wife saying, “The 2023 Best International Act Winner at the Premier Gospel Awards in the United Kingdom coming to you my beloved wife is a testament to your hard work, dint of determination and unbended focus. It is a reminder that serving God pays.”

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The Award recognised winners across nine award categories that reflected various aspects of gospel music excellence. The winners in each category reflect the outstanding talent and dedication that has shaped UK gospel music, the organisers stated.

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Chinwo was announced alongside eight other winners including Limoblaze (Best Male Vocalist), Annatoria (Best Female Vocalist), Jireh (Best Song: Limoblaze), Manor Collective (Best Group), Choir of the Year (The Spirituals), Tofunmi Adorna (Best Newcomer), Triple O’s Everything Left Unsaid (Best Album), and Guvna B’s Bridgeland Road (Best Video).

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The Premier Gospel Awards was a resounding success that brought together the gospel music community for a night full of celebration and appreciation. Attendees left inspired by the powerful performances and heartfelt speeches that highlighted the importance of gospel music in today’s world.

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How I Spent N340 Million On Weed In Six Years– Ice Prince

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Nigerian singer and rapper, Ice Prince Zamani, has revealed that before quitting smoking, it was draining him financially.

Speaking in a recent episode of the Black Box podcast, the ‘Aboki’ crooner disclosed that between 2020 and 2026, he spent N340 million on weed from just one dealer.

He explained that the figure does not include other suppliers of his in Abuja, Jos, Ghana and London.

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From 2020 to 2026, I have spent N340 million on weed from just one dealer alone, not to even mention my other dealers from Abuja, Ghana, Jos, and London. This is just one dealer, who lives close to me in Lagos,” he stated.

Ice Prince said he quit smoking and alcohol during his weight loss journey and self-discovery process.

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He also revealed that he has been celibate for some time now.

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‘I Have Lost Interest In Getting Married’ – Regina Daniels

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Nollywood actress, Regina Daniels said she is no longer interested in marriage after her messy separation from her estranged husband, Senator Ned Nwoko.

The mother of two, however, said she is still much interested in having more children, vowing that she must have a daughter.

Speaking during a recent livestream with Tiktoker Jarvis, Daniels explained that she wants to her a daughter because she believes daughters care more for their parents during old age.

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“I want to have six children and I have two already, two boys. It so crazy but for some reason I have checked my mind out from getting married. But I am going to have a girl and I must have a girl.

“Men will grow, get married and and focus more on building family. But for women she will always remember home,” she added.

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Regina Daniels and her estranged husband, Ned Nwoko, got married in 2019, sparking public outrage due to 40-year age gap between the actress, who was only 19 then, and the billionaire politician.

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They share two children; all boys.

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In late 2025, their marriage hit a highly public crisis following allegations by Nwoko that the actress was struggling with drug and alcohol abuse and requiring rehabilitation.

Regina Daniels swiftly debunked the allegations and accused Nwoko of manipulation, psychological control, and abuse.

Shortly after, she walked away from the marriage and moved into her own house.

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Ever since, she has maintained that she is now single.

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Cubana Chief Priest Opens Up On Feud With Burna Boy

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Nigerian entrepreneur and socialite, Pascal Chibuike Okechukwu, also known as Cubana Chief Priest, has opened up on his fallout with singer Burna Boy, alleging that the music star publicly attacked him because of his close relationship with Davido.

Speaking during an interview on The Beat 99.9 FM on Wednesday, Cubana Chief Priest said his journey to success began from apprenticeship and years of hard work, adding that fame and financial growth often attract envy and criticism.

Success comes with a lot of hate. I started my journey from apprenticeship and service and I learnt so much about growth and perseverance. When you start becoming successful, you understand how people treat you.

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“I was on my own and Burna Boy came for me, went on his big platform and started tweeting things that are not genuine, things that are not possible, things that have not existed and the attack was straight to my wealth.

“So he wanted to make people look at my wealth, disrespect my wealth, I felt bad and that happened because of my relationship with Davido,” he said.

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He further stated that Davido has consistently supported his businesses and personal projects.

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David is always there for me. He opened all my nightclubs, restaurants, everything. He always shows up to support me.

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“He’s investing in clubs in Lagos, and I’m making music to prove a point that I can,” he added.

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