Joshua Samuel, Author at Wakenews Nigeria

November 22, 2024

I am trying to quit smoking- Charlie Boy

November 26, 2023 Joshua Samuel

Charles Oputa, also known as Charly Boy, is a seasoned singer who has admitted that he does not consume alcohol. He admitted that he had tried to stop smoking as well, but that he frequently struggled with his addiction. The maverick musician acknowledged that he occasionally drinks alcoholic wine in […]

I love men who are cryptic- Tyla

November 26, 2023 Joshua Samuel

Singer Tyla Laura Seethal, better known by her stage as Tyla, from South Africa, has shared her perfect man. “I don’t like guys that approach me,” Tyla declared during her appearance on the Bianca program. It seems like males don’t want me, and that’s what I want. They must also […]

In Nigeria, Stand up comedy is dying- Basket Mouth

November 25, 2023 Joshua Samuel

Well-known comedian Basketmouth, also known as Bright Okpocha, has bemoaned the fact that stand-up in Nigeria “is dying.” He pointed out that the Nigerian comedy industry lacks “structure and platform,” in contrast to the music and film sectors. In a recent interview with Arise TV, he said “My colleagues will […]

I net up to 1Million dollars per song I make- Meek Mill

November 24, 2023 Joshua Samuel

Despite assertions that rap is “dying,” American rapper Meek Mill says he is still smiling for the bank. Every song he records brings in at least $1 million, according to him. “I’m getting a million a song… so that’s $62,500 every bar I speak… They say this rap sh*t dying […]

Nigerian Jollof has no competition- Hilda Baci

November 24, 2023 Joshua Samuel

Hilda Baci, a well-known cook, has entered the Ghanaian vs. Nigerian jollof argument. Nigerian jollof is superior and has no competition, according to Baci, who claimed that Ghanaian jollof “has no flavor.” The former holder of the Guinness World Record claimed to have eaten jollof from both Nigeria and Ghana […]

2023 has been a year of learning and growth for me- Fireboy DML

November 23, 2023 Joshua Samuel

The Nigerian musician Adedamola Adefolahan, better known by his stage as Fireboy DML has given an explanation for why his musical career has been somewhat quiet in 2023. After the release of his breakthrough song “Peru” and a remix featuring British superstar Ed Sheeran, the singer had an incredible run […]

Afrobeats singer Burna Boy ranked #1 by Billboard, surpassing Davido and Wizkid

November 22, 2023 Joshua Samuel

The top spot on the Billboard Year-End U.S. Afrobeats Artists Chart has been crowned to Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Damini Ogulu, better known by his stage name Burna Boy. The second position went to “Calm Down” crooner Rema, followed by Tems, Cameroonian diva Libianca, and Wizkid in third, fourth, and fifth place, […]

Music money is like doing rituals- Shallipopi

November 21, 2023 Joshua Samuel

Crown Uzama, also known as Shallipopi, is a well-known artist from Nigeria who has talked about the enormous wealth in the music business. The musician claimed that it is impossible to comprehend the money in the business in an interview with Pop Central TV. He said that even if he […]

Family conflict and non access to his kids killed Saint Obi- Do2dtun reveals

November 20, 2023 Joshua Samuel

According to well-known Nigerian On-Air personality Do2dtun, the late Nollywood star Saint Obi’s demise was caused by denying him access to his kids. This was revealed by Do2dtun, who chastised partners who use their kids as a weapon against their ex-partners. Do2dtun recalled speaking with Saint Obi’s family and disclosed […]

Wizkid reveals his next career path- Details inside

November 20, 2023 Joshua Samuel

Grammy-winning Nigerian musician Wizkid, real name Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, has revealed what his next career path will entail after announcing a break from music. The Starboy boss claims that acting will be his next career path. Wizkid stated that he aspires to be an actor in order to kiss ladies […]