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Iconic Highlife Maestro Godwin ‘Kabaka’ Opara Passes Away

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Iconic Highlife Maestro Godwin ‘Kabaka’ Opara Passes Away....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The renowned record label, Derda Promotions, has announced the sad demise of Godwin ‘Kabaka’ Opara, a legendary figure in Nigerian highlife music. According to Ammarachi Anyanwu, the Chief Operating Officer of Derda Promotions, Kabaka passed away on Thursday. The cause of his death has not been disclosed….READ ALSOTerry Tha Rapman Raises Alarm Wizkid’s Genre Demise Campaign Sets Sights On Afrobeats Next

 

In a heartfelt statement released on Friday, Derda Promotions expressed deep sorrow over the loss of Kabaka, describing him as an iconic figure who revolutionized the highlife music genre. Kabaka, known for his exceptional songwriting and guitar skills, delighted fans for decades with his infectious highlife tunes.

His illustrious career began with the co-founding of The Oriental Brothers International Band in 1973, a group celebrated for its socially conscious lyrics and authentic sound. In 1976, Kabaka ventured into a solo career, forming The Kabaka International Guitar Band. Over the years, he released fourteen albums and produced hits like ‘Mangala Special’, showcasing his versatility by experimenting with Ezebongo rhythms.

Kabaka’s musical legacy continued to flourish, and in September 2023, he made a triumphant return with the album ‘The Return of Kabaka’, which garnered over a million streams worldwide and earned a spot among the top 100 albums. His passion for music was contagious, and his dedication to his craft served as an inspiration to all who knew him.

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Not Hanging Up the Gloves Yet! Anthony Joshua Fires Warning Shot To Heavyweight Division With Major Career Extension.

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According to Matchroom chairman Barry Hearn, Anthony Joshua is weighing a three-year extension to his boxing career following a shift in perspective.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Just a year after promoter Eddie Hearn hinted that 2026 might mark Joshua’s retirement, the former two-time heavyweight champion is rethinking his timeline. This change follows a challenging period that included a tragic car accident in Nigeria which claimed the lives of two close friends. Although Joshua sustained minor injuries, the incident led him to step away briefly to mourn before returning to the gym.

Naija News notes that the 36-year-old made his comeback with a December knockout win over YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul. He was also scheduled to fight kickboxing star Rico Verhoeven in February, though the accident caused that bout to be postponed.

Currently, Joshua is gearing up to face Albanian heavyweight Kristian Prenga in Saudi Arabia on Saturday, just a day after Tyson Fury takes on Polish veteran Mariusz Wach in Thailand. If both fighters win their matches without issue, talks are already underway for a potential all-British showdown between Joshua and Fury in November.

While the anticipated Fury bout was widely thought to be Joshua’s swan song, Barry Hearn feels the former world champion has regained his long-term drive.

“Anthony Joshua is in an amazing place at the moment,” Hearn shared with Sky Sports.

“Obviously I’ve seen him since 2012, we got very close. He’s like a member of our family really.”

“I don’t think I’ve seen him so motivated for the long term.”

“As I say, some of that has been fuelled by that tragic accident, but he’s now talking about the next three years in the ring.”

“It was a year ago we were talking about potentially two fights and then go off to a happy retirement.”

“He’s very motivated, he feels good about himself, but boxing is a funny sport. It takes one decent punch from a big lad to knock out anyone in the world.”

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‘I DON’T WANT TO HEAR JUSTICE!’: Enraged Actress Bimpe Unleashes Fury On Troll Peddling False Allegations!.

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Nollywood star Adebimpe Oyebade (Mo Bimpe) has fiercely condemned a social media user over fabricated claims regarding her family.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

An X user, @iam_Mardiyyah, spread false rumors alleging that Lateef Adedimeji—Mo Bimpe’s husband—filed for divorce and discovered through a DNA test that he is not the biological father of their triplets, citing a fictional blood group mismatch at an Ilorin General Hospital.

Taking to her Instagram Story on Tuesday, an enraged Bimpe warned the troll that she plans to take legal action and will show no leniency. She expressed deep frustration over years of silent endurance, making it clear that dragging her children into malicious lies has crossed the line. She also called out the user’s audacity for combining fake or AI-generated images with complete fabrications.

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“THE VIRAL STORM: 2Face Puts All Rumors To Rest After Intimate Video With Ex-Wife Takes Over The Web!”

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Legendary Nigerian singer Innocent Idibia, widely known as 2Face or 2Baba, has responded to a trending romantic video involving himself and his ex-wife, Annie Idibia. Speculation regarding a reconciliation and a potential third child emerged online after social media users shared past footage of the former couple enjoying time together at a club.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

  • Annie’s Statement: Annie Idibia took to her Instagram story to dismiss the claims, stating that old footage was being circulated alongside false reports, and warning against believing everything seen on social media.

  • 2Face’s Response: 2Face also addressed the matter via his Instagram story, confirming that the footage in question was dated.

Brymo’s Revelations on Past Experiences and 2Baba

In a separate development, singer Olawale Ashimi, known as Brymo, discussed his early career experiences on the NotJustOk podcast on YouTube.

  • Encounters with Married Women: Brymo revealed he had relationships with older, married women during the early stages of his career—some of whom claimed they had separated from their husbands—and cautioned younger musicians to avoid similar entanglements due to the potential for serious complications.

  • Encounter at a Family Home: He shared an instance where a married woman invited him to visit her home after performing at her sister’s wedding, a visit he ultimately canceled upon learning her husband would be present, out of concern for potential trouble.

  • Allegations Involving 2Baba: Brymo also recounted an alleged 2019 incident at a Lekki, Lagos office, claiming that 2Baba questioned Annie Idibia about whether she had ever been in an intimate relationship with him.

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