Entertainment
Ayra Starr Surpasses Yemi Alade as Most-Viewed Nigerian Female Artist on YouTube.

In a significant milestone for Nigerian music, Ayra Starr has officially surpassed Yemi Alade to become the most-viewed female artist from Nigeria on YouTube. As of now, Starr has amassed an impressive 811 million total views, overtaking Alade, who previously held the record with 805 million views.
At just 22 years old, Ayra Starr’s rise to prominence is marked by her hit single “Rush,” which has garnered over 395 million views, making it the most-viewed music video by a female Nigerian artist on the platform. This record was previously held by Yemi Alade’s beloved track “Johnny.”
Despite this shift in viewership rankings, Yemi Alade maintains her position as the female Nigerian artist with the highest number of subscribers, boasting 2.41 million followers on the platform.
Ayra Starr’s achievement highlights the dynamic nature of the Nigerian music scene and the increasing influence of its female artists in the global arena. As both artists continue to innovate and inspire, it will be exciting to observe how their respective journeys unfold in the years to come.
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Sandra Benede Confesses to Being Mother of Naira Marley’s Twins.

Nigerian singer Naira Marley’s family life has become a topic of public interest after Instagram model and TikToker Sandra Benede publicly acknowledged being the mother of his twin daughters, Aishat and Simiat Fashola.
The admission occurred during a recent livestream with streamer Peller, who initiated the conversation regarding the children. While Ms. Benede confirmed her parentage, she clarified that she and Mr. Marley are not married.
Speculation regarding a potential relationship between the two figures arose in May 2022 following a birthday greeting from Ms. Benede to Mr. Marley. The recent confirmation now sheds further light on their connection and the children’s parentage.
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Nollywood Actress Questions JAMB’s Relevance in University Admissions.

Nollywood actress Mary Njoku has recently ignited a debate regarding the necessity of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination for university admissions in Nigeria. In a statement posted on her Instagram story, Njoku questioned the need for JAMB and post-UTME, arguing that the Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) should be sufficient proof of a candidate’s completion of secondary education.
Her statement comes amidst recent controversy surrounding JAMB, particularly following widespread reports of mass failures in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examinations (UTME). While JAMB has admitted to errors and announced retakes for affected candidates, Njoku’s questioning highlights a deeper concern regarding the redundancy and potential inefficiencies within the current university admission process. The actress’s comments add fuel to an existing debate about the effectiveness and fairness of the JAMB examination in evaluating a student’s readiness for tertiary education.
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Tyla to Host 2025 Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards.

South African sensation Tyla is poised to make history as the first African personality to host the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards. Organizers announced the Grammy-winning artist as the host of the 2025 edition, scheduled to air live on June 21st from the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California.
Beyond hosting duties, Tyla has also secured two nominations: Favourite Global Music Star and Favourite Music Collaboration for “Show Me Love” with WizTheMc, and “bees & honey.”
The nominations list is topped by Kendrick Lamar, Ariana Grande, and Lady Gaga, each receiving four nods. Selena Gomez, Dwayne Johnson, Jelly Roll, and Jack Black follow closely behind with three nominations apiece.
Expressing her excitement on X, Tyla simply stated, “I’m really about to host the kids choice awards.” This landmark achievement further solidifies Tyla’s rising star on the global stage.
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