Entertainment
Why I Left DMW Label – Liya
Nigerian singer, Abdulsalam Suliyat Modasola, popularly known as Liya, has revealed that her decision to leave Davido Music Worldwide (DMW) label was driven by a desire for personal and professional growth.
Liya, who became the first female artiste signed to Davido’s record label in October 2020, officially parted ways with the label in 2023.
Speaking during an interview on the show Wahala with Josy Anne, the singer disclosed that her time at the label came with emotional challenges that significantly affected her wellbeing.
According to her, the period was marked by depression, exhaustion and health struggles, which ultimately pushed her to make the difficult decision to step away.
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“Why did I leave? I just wanted more for myself, as a person and as an artist.
“It was sad, it was depressing, I was tired, I was sick, but it was a decision that I had to make for myself,” Liya said.
The singer also addressed the public criticism she faced while signed to the label, noting that many people misunderstood her situation and accused her of being unproductive.
“They called me names people saying she’s lazy, she doesn’t know what she’s doing. They’re just pouring money on her, and she’s not doing anything,” she said.
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Liya further revealed that the challenges she faced during that period affected her presence on social media.
She explained that she did not personally manage her Instagram account for more than two years, leaving the responsibility to her manager.
Despite the difficulties, the singer expressed gratitude to her manager for his patience and support throughout the period.
“He was tired, but I’m so glad he understood. He never pushed me or forced me,” she added.
Liya gained recognition after signing to DMW in 2020 and releasing songs such as “Melo,” “Adua,” and “Lakiriboto.”
Entertainment
BREAKING: Nollywood Actor Alex Ekubo Is Dead
Famous Nollywood actor, Alex Ekubo, is dead.
A Nollywood source, who does not wish to be named, informed DAILY POST that Alex was rushed to the hospital on Monday.
The source said the actor had been battling kidney cancer
The actor passed away on Tuesday afternoon after spending hours on life support.
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Alex was rumoured to be suffering from serious health issues in May 2025 after months of social media disappearance.
A check confirmed that Ekubo’s last social media post was on December 30, 2024.
Entertainment
‘He’s A Complete Musician’ – Don Jazzy Names His Best Artiste
Nigerian record producer and music executive Michael Collins Ajereh, popularly known as Don Jazzy, has named alternative rock singer Johnny Drille as his best musician.
The Mavin boss said Johnny Drille’s music is unique, stressing that he is a complete musician.
Speaking in a recent episode of the Crea8torium podcast, Don Jazzy claimed that Johnny Drille has no rival in the Nigerian music industry.
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“If you look at the Nigerian music industry right now, there is nobody like Johnny Drille. He is in a world of his own. He is like the best musician – the complete musician that I know. He is versatile. He mix, write, sing. He does everything.
“He is also an amazing performer – the way he sounds in the studio is the same way he sounds in live shows,” he said.
Entertainment
AMVCA 2026: Full List Of Winners
The 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, AMVCA, took place on Saturday evening at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos.
The awards celebrate excellence in African film, television and digital storytelling.
online.
Here is the full list of winners and nominees across all categories.
Best Supporting Actor
Lateef Adedimeji – Gingerrr
Simileoluwa Hassan – The Yard
Femi Branch – Owambe Thieves
Gabriel Afolayan – Colours Of Fire
Femi Adebayo – King Of Thieves 2
Bucci Franklin – To Kill A Monkey – WINNER
Lateef Adedimeji – Red Circle
Uzor Arukwe – Behind The Scenes
Best Supporting Actress
Olamide Kidbaby – Oversabi Aunty
Linda Ejiofor – The Herd – WINNER
Bisola Aiyeola – Gingerrr
Nadia Dutch – Aljana
Sola Sobowale – The Covenant
Amal Umar – The Herd
Juliebrenda Nyambura – MTV Shuga Mashariki
Funke Akindele – Behind The Scenes
Best Lead Actor
Lateef Adedimeji – Lisabi: A Legend Is Born
William Benson – To Kill A Monkey
Mike Ezuruonye – Oversabi Aunty
Kanayo O. Kanayo – Grandpa Must Obey
Khumbuza Meyiwa – Bet I Love You
Uzor Arukwe – Colours Of Fire – WINNER
Wale Ojo – 3 Cold Dishes
Femi Branch – Red Circle
Best Lead Actress
Linda Ejiofor – The Serpent’s Gift – WINNER
Bimbo Akintola – To Kill A Monkey
Ifeoma Fafunwa – The Lost Days
Ariyike Owolagba – Something About The Briggs
Sola Sobowale – Her Excellency
Scarlet Gomez – Behind The Scenes
Genoveva Umeh – The Herd
Gloria Anozie-Young – Mother Of The Brides
Best Director
Akinola Davies Jr.- My Father’s Shadow – WINNER
Tunde Kelani – Cordelia
James Omokwe – Osamede
Daniel Etim Effiong – The Herd
Yemi Filmboy Morafa – Gingerrr
Asurf Amuwa Oluseyi – 3 Cold Dishes
Best Overall Movie
Gingerrr
The Herd
My Father’s Shadow – WINNER
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3 Cold Dishes
The Serpent’s Gift
Behind The Scenes
Best Digital Content Creator
Elozonam Ogbolu, Genoveva Umeh
Akwaman
Destiny Ogie Osarewinda
Emmanuel Kanaga, Sophia Chisom – WINNER
Benedict Ehimare Oriaifo
Taaooma
Steve Chuks
Best Indigenous Language Film (West Africa)
The Serpent’s Gift
Lisabi: A Legend Is Born – WINNER
Labake Olododo
Olorisha
Aljana
Best Indigenous Language Film (East Africa)
Inside Job
Sayari
Addis Fikir – WINNER
My Son
Kimote
Best Indigenous Language Film (South Africa)
Bet I Love You
Sebata: The Beast
Ben Made It
Terra Of Queens And Kuma 2
Tlhaho Ya Mosadi – WINNER
Best Indigenous Language Film (North Africa)
The Omnipresent
The Delivery
The Hidden Voice
This Is Portsaid
Artal Alhanin: Our Memories – WINNER
Best Indigenous Language Film (Central Africa)
Mabanda – WINNER
Safou: A Gift From Nature
Golden Spoon
Best Scripted M-Net Original
Adam to Eve
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Mother of the Bride
The Yard
The Low Priest – WINNER
Bobo
Best Unscripted M-Net Original
Nigerian Idol S10 – WINNER
Ultimate Girls Trip: Africa
Chapa Chapa My Love
Out N About (Harar)
Undugu
Best Indigenous M-Net Original
Inimba – WINNER
Kukoyi
Undugu
Out N’ About (Harar)
Kampala Creme
The Chocolate Empire
Mgbuka
Best Short Film
Fleas
Rise
Telephone
Hussaini – WINNER
My Body, God’s Temple
Best Cinematography
Jermaine Edwards – My Father’s Shadow – WINNER
Kabelo Thathe – To Kill A Monkey
Emmanuel Igbekele – The Herd
Daanong Gyang – Finding Nina
Emmanuel Igbekele – The Serpent’s Gift
KC Obiajulu – Stitches
Emmanuel Igbekele – Gingerrr
Best Editing
Kazeem Agboola – Cordelia
Omar Guzman Castro – My Father’s Shadow
Wanguma Peter Chidebere, Dele Doherty – Landline
Asurf Amuwa Oluseyi – 3 Cold Dishes
Winston Aig-Ohioma – Osamede
Daniel Anyiam – To Kill A Monkey – WINNER
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Best Sound Design
Pius Fatoke, CJ Mirra – My Father’s Shadow – WINNER
Tolu Obanro – Gingerrr
Vaughan Phillips – Ben Made It
Tolu Obanro – The Party
Vaughan Phillips – Sebata: The Beast
Fisayo Adefolaju – The Herd
Best Music Score
Shirleen Wangari – Cards On The Table
Xavier Ighorodje – Gingerrr
Isaac Ayodeji – Suky
Tomi Adesina – 3 Cold Dishes
Best Documentary
Beyond Olympic Glory – WINNER
The Good, The Bad of Afrobeat
The People Shall
Not Addressing This Anymore
BOU
Best Scripted Series
To Kill A Monkey
The Yard
The Chocolate Empire
Inimba – WINNER
Kash Money
Best Unscripted Series
The Real Housewives Of Lagos
Nigerian Idol – WINNER
Ultimate Girls Trip: Africa
Offair With Gbemi And Toolz
Out N’ About (Harar)
Trailblazer Award
Uche Montana – WINNER
Industry Merit Award
Sola Sobowale – WINNER
Kanayo O. Kanayo – WINNER
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