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Ayra Starr Shines as Best International Act at BET Awards

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By Onyeanya Ebere

 

Nigerian Afrobeats sensation, Oyinkansola Aderibigbe, popularly known as Ayra Starr, has won the 2025 BET Award for Best International Act, solidifying her rising global influence in music.

The 22-year-old superstar beat a competitive field that included South Africa’s Tyla, Nigeria’s Rema, and Ghana’s Black Sherif to clinch the prestigious award during the ceremony held Monday night at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.

The BET Awards, which celebrate Black excellence across music, film, sports, and culture, returned this year with comedian Kevin Hart as host.

Hart, known for his fearless comedy, opened the night with pointed jabs at pop culture icons, including Kanye West.

Ayra Starr’s win marks a significant milestone in her career, which has seen a steady rise since her debut nomination in 2022.

She was previously nominated for Best New International Act (2022), Best International Act (2023), the BET Her Award in 2024 for her hit song Commas, and three categories in 2025.

Meanwhile, rapper Kendrick Lamar emerged as the night’s biggest winner, bagging four major awards including Album of the Year (GNX), Best Male Hip Hop Artist, Video of the Year (Not Like Us), and Best Collaboration with SZA on Luther.

Other major winners includes the Best Female R&B/Pop Artist: SZA, Best Male R&B/Pop Artist: Chris Brown, Best Group: Future & Metro Boomin, Best New Artist: Leon Thomas, Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo, Best Actor: Denzel Washington, Best Movie: Luther: Never Too Much and Sportswoman of the Year: Angel Reese.

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KWAM1 Writes Abiodun Again, Seeks Nullification of Awujale Nomination Meeting

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By Onyeanya Immaculata

Popular Fuji musician, Alhaji Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (KWAM1), has again written to Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, seeking the nullification of the recent Awujale of Ijebuland nomination exercise over alleged violations of chieftaincy laws.

In a letter dated January 14, 2026, Ayinde, through his lawyer, Dr. Wahab Shittu, urged the governor to void the Fusengbuwa Ruling House nomination meeting held on January 12, warning that failure to do so could lead to prolonged litigation.

He alleged that the process breached the Ogun State Obas and Chiefs Law, 2021, citing the introduction of an imposed delegate system and the exclusion of some eligible members of the ruling house.

Ayinde maintained that the Fusengbuwa Ruling House, which is next in line to present candidates following the death of Oba Sikiru Adetona, was required to conduct an open and inclusive nomination.

According to him, despite a January 6 directive from the Ijebu Ode Local Government to hold a statutory meeting, he and other members were denied access to the January 12 exercise, which he said was guarded by security operatives and restricted to selected delegates.

Describing the process as unlawful and procedurally defective, Ayinde urged the governor to order a fresh, transparent nomination exercise involving all eligible members.

Meanwhile, 95 contestants reportedly emerged from the meeting held at Bisrod Hall, Ijebu Ode, which was presided over by the ruling house leadership in the presence of local government officials.

The selection process has drawn public attention, with Ayinde expressing interest in the throne, although the Fusengbuwa family has maintained that he is not a member of the ruling house and is ineligible to contest.

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MultiChoice Nigeria Appoints Kemi Omotosho as CEO

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By Huldah Shado

MultiChoice Nigeria has appointed Kemi Omotosho as its new Chief Executive Officer, with immediate effect.
The company announced the appointment in a statement issued on Tuesday in Lagos, noting that Omotosho emerged after the completion of internal processes and approvals by the MultiChoice Group.
Omotosho, a long-time executive within the MultiChoice system, brings extensive experience in media, corporate strategy and business management. She previously held senior leadership roles where she helped drive operational efficiency, content strategy and stakeholder engagement.
MultiChoice Nigeria described her as a results-driven executive with strong knowledge of the Nigerian market and the African pay-television landscape, expressing confidence in her ability to advance innovation, customer satisfaction and local content development.
Reacting to her appointment, Omotosho said she was honoured to lead the company at a time of rapid change in the media and entertainment industry, pledging continued focus on value delivery, creative industry support and collaboration with stakeholders.
MultiChoice Nigeria operates DStv and GOtv and remains a major player in Nigeria’s pay-television and digital entertainment space.

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Carter Efe’s Babymama Nuella Alleges Mistreatment

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Carter Efe’s babymama, Nuella, has spoken out about alleged mistreatment during and after their relationship, claiming the entertainer exercised excessive control over her life.

In a statement, Nuella said she was forced to seek Carter Efe’s approval or financial support to care for their child, despite no longer being in a relationship.

“I have seen everything Carter posted about us. We were literally together three days ago, and we have a child together. For me to cater for our baby, I had to come to him before he could give me money,” she said.

She also alleged that Carter Efe prevented her from pursuing her career, including her dream of becoming an actress, and blocked her from working at the hospital, claiming she would compromise herself.

Nuella added that he isolated her from female friends and family, controlling who could contact her.

The dispute intensified after Carter Efe allegedly shared posts about their private life online, prompting widespread discussions on social media.

Nuella described the situation as deeply intrusive and inappropriate, revealing the ongoing strain caused by the public exposure of their personal matters.

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