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PICTORIAL: Otedola Hosts Burna Boy, Wizkid, At Lagos Home

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The Chairman of FBN Holdings, Femi Otedola, has hosted music stars Burna Boy and Wizkid at his Lagos home.

Otedola disclosed this in a post on his X handle on Wednesday.

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Sharing a photo from the gathering, Otedola described the meeting as a privilege, expressing admiration for the impact of Afrobeats on the global stage.

He wrote, “A true privilege to host some of our biggest music icons @wizkidayo @burnaboy at my Lagos home. Always inspiring to share ideas and celebrate the global movement that is Afrobeats …F.Ote”.

READ ALSO: Why I Assaulted Fan At Lagos Concert – Burna Boy

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Reacting to the post, Netizens applauded the gathering, describing it as a gathering of talent and vision.

An X user, Ken Giami, who tweets as #ken_giami, “An incredible gathering of talent and vision! Afrobeats continues to shape global culture, and it’s always inspiring to see icons like #wizkidayo and #burnaboy leading the movement. Here’s to more growth and global impact!

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Veteran Actress, Peju Ogunmola, Loses Only Child

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Veteran actress, Peju Ogunmola, has been thrown into deep mourning following the sudden death of her only child, Ayomikun.

The devastating news has left fans, colleagues, and sympathisers in shock, as the entertainment industry rallies around her in this difficult moment.

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Reports revealed that Ayomikun tragically lost his life after an accident in the bathroom.

He reportedly slipped and fell in the bathroom and was rushed to the hospital before he died, as he could not be rescued in time.

READ ALSO:Popular Nollywood Actress Dies

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The painful incident has left many speechless, given how unexpectedly it occurred.

Sources close to the family disclosed that Ayomikun, who was said to be living abroad, was alone at the time of the accident.

Unfortunately, the lack of immediate assistance worsened the situation, leading to his untimely death.

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Peju Ogunmola, who is based in Ibadan, is said to be completely shattered by the tragic loss.

Known for her strength and resilience in both her career and personal life, those close to her say this particular blow has left her inconsolable.

READ ALSO:Veteran Nollywood Actress, George Opens Up On Life Struggle

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Friends and colleagues have reportedly been reaching out to console her and offer their support.

The veteran actress, daughter of late Yoruba theatre legend, Kola Ogunmola, and wife to popular comic actor Sunday Omobolanle, also known as Papi Luwe, has always been admired for her dedication to the craft of acting.

However, her personal life has now been struck by this heartbreaking tragedy, and fans are sending prayers her way.

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Many in the Nollywood industry have taken to social media to express their condolences, describing Ayomikun’s passing as a huge loss not only to his mother but to everyone who knew him.

 

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Nigerian Singer Says P-Square Feud Spiritual

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Nigerian singer Obumneme Ali, popularly known as Smash and one-half of the music duo Bracket, has described the long-standing feud between Peter and Paul of P-Square as “spiritual,” revealing insights from his personal experiences with the legendary duo.

P-Square, the Nigerian music duo of twins Peter and Paul Okoye, rose to fame in the early 2000s with hits like Do Me and Personally.

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Their success peaked in 2011 with the release of the album Invasion, earning them international acclaim.

However, tensions reportedly began surfacing around 2016 over management, royalties, and creative control, culminating in their public split in 2017 when both brothers pursued solo careers as Mr P and Rudeboy.

READ ALSO:Alleged $1m Fraud: P-Square’s Peter Lied About Education, Royalties, Bank Access–Defence Lawyer

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Despite attempts at reconciliation in 2021, including a brief reunion tour and joint appearances, underlying disagreements persisted, keeping their relationship strained.

Speaking on a recent episode of the AFRIMMA Podcast on August 29th, alongside his bandmate Vast, Smash said Paul himself agreed that the conflict was beyond normal disagreements.

“I’m closer to Paul than Peter, but I always visit Peter’s house, and he listens whenever I speak to him. Honestly, if you ask me as someone inside the circle, I would say the problem is spiritual,” he said.

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Smash recounted how he and Vast were given their first big break after encountering P-Square.

READ ALSO:2023: Peter Obi, P-square Storm Portharcourt For Presidential Rally

We heard P-Square was coming to Enugu to perform. I booked a bus, went to the venue with two others, and approached them. Jude looked at me and said, ‘Just keep walking, if the right song comes, we’ll call you.’ And that’s exactly what happened,” he said.

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He added that after the success of Yori Yori, Paul later invited them to his house, an experience Smash fondly described as ‘like Christmas,’ where the duo even offered him his first taste of whiskey

Reflecting on the current feud, Smash lamented the rift between the brothers, noting how painful it is to witness, given their closeness and passion for P-Square’s brand.

READ ALSO:JUST IN: Mr. P’s Management Refutes Darkoo’s Claims Of Sabotage

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Jude was part of P-Square, too. Paul and Peter loved that brand with so much passion. If you see Peter building stagecraft, you’d think this one is not human,” he said, recalling Peter’s dedication during video shoots, including dancing for hours straight at the set of “Alingo.”

Smash emphasised that despite the publicised conflict, he and Vast do not take sides. “We can never be on any side, but the last time I met Paul, I told him his problem with Peter isn’t normal, it’s spiritual. Paul agreed,” he said.

The singer’s reflections provide rare insight into the personal and professional dynamics of one of Nigeria’s most iconic music duos. Fans have followed closely as the once inseparable duo navigated personal and professional conflicts, making the P-Square saga one of Nigeria’s most talked-about music feuds.

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5 Records Michael Jackson Set That Remain Unbroken

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Michael Jackson widely known as the “King of Pop,” was an American singer, songwriter, and dancer whose influence reshaped the music and entertainment industry.

Rising to fame as a child with the Jackson 5, he went on to achieve unprecedented global success as a solo artist. With groundbreaking albums like Thriller, Bad, and Dangerous, Jackson became the best-selling music artist in history, blending pop, rock, and R&B in a style uniquely his own

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Beyond music, he revolutionized music videos with cinematic works such as Thriller, Beat It, and Billie Jean, and his signature dance moves including the iconic moonwalk—set new standards in performance.

READ ALSO:Michael Jackson Tops Forbes’ List Of Highest-paid Deceased Celebrities [Full List]

Despite controversies in his personal life, his artistry, humanitarian work, and cultural impact continue to inspire artists worldwide

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Beyond being known as the ‘King of Pop,’ he also holds five records that remain unbeaten; here are they:

1. Best-Selling Album of All Time (“Thriller”)

Michael Jackson’s Thriller (1982) remains the best-selling album in history, with over 70 million certified copies sold worldwide (and over 100 million claimed). No album has surpassed it globally.

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READ ALSO:Michael Jackson Sent To Prison For Internet Fraud

2. Most Grammy Awards Won in a Single Night (Male Artist)

At the 1984 Grammy Awards, Jackson won 8 Grammys in one night for Thriller and E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. This remains a record for a male artist (only tied, never beaten).

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3. First Artist to Top Billboard Hot 100 in 5 Different Decades

Michael Jackson is the only artist to have No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 in five different decades (1960s with the Jackson 5, 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, and posthumously in the 2000s).

4. Most Successful Music Video of All Time (“Thriller”)

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The thrillerr short film is still considered the most successful music video ever, recognized by Guinness World Records. It was the first music video inducted into the National Film Registry (U.S. Library of Congress).

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