Renowned Nigerian disc jockey, Oluwaforijimi Amu, popularly known as DJ Jimmy Jatt, has revealed that he lost his sight in 2020. DJ Jimmy Jatt further disclosed that he was later diagnosed with chronic kidney disease after undergoing surgery to restore his vision. He shared his health challenges during a recent episode of Channels TV’s Rubbin’
A Nigerian-born journalist, Mr Richard Edoki, has been shortlisted in the Best Newcomer Category of the 2025 National Hospital Radio Awards in the United Kingdom. Edoki, also known as Richybongo, made this known in a statement he issued on Saturday. He said that the awards were organised annually by the Hospital Broadcasting Association (HBA), a
Popular singer, Oludipe David, aka Spyro, has clarified his experiences during his time with his former label boss, Paul Okoye. He acknowledged Okoye’s good intentions and kindness but expressed doubts about his understanding of the record label system at the time. “Paulo has good intent and he is a kind person, but I personally didn’t
A gospel artiste, Testimony Jaga, through his annual outreach of the Street Gospel Movement of the Love World Film and Arts Department, has touched lives in the streets of Alagbado, Lagos. In a statement sent to Saturday Beats, the singer stated that the 24-hour programme tagged, ‘One Jesus, One Church, Hallelujah’ brought spiritual, emotional and
Veteran actor, Yinka Quadri, has advised aspiring actors aiming to thrive in Nollywood to drop their egos and be patient if they hope to succeed in the industry. In an interview with Saturday Beats, Quadri said, “My advice to aspiring actors is to be patient and stay calm. Anyone with an ego should leave it
Nigerian-born, United States of America-based singer, Chukwuka Okafo, Dr Soul, has officially rebranded himself as Jussoul. In an interview with Saturday Beats, the singer revealed the reason behind his name change, saying his new identity amplifies the essence of who he truly is. He said “As JussSoul, the focus is on creating an even deeper,
Nigerian music sensation, Inetimi Odon, popularly known as Timaya, has recently captured headlines with his blossoming relationship with American reality TV star, Brooke Bailey, renowned for her appearance on ‘Basketball Wives’. The couple has been the subject of speculation following the emergence of various videos showcasing their affectionate moments on social media, prompting mixed reactions
Five women are taking centre stage with the debut of a talk show called, ‘The Chatroom’. A statement sent to Saturday Beats, stated that the ladies — Kossi Okon, Petite Talker, Akpos Omu, Princess Peters, and Inem Shina — will bring their unique voices, perspectives and energy to tackle a wide range of critical topics
Actor, Francis Duru, tells NAOMI CHIMA how he managed the grief of losing his son, his career and other issues Do you remember your first-ever role in a movie, and how did that experience shape your passion for acting? The first movie I acted in was ‘The Missing Mask’, which was shot around 1992/1993. I
A gospel singer, Aduke Odeniyi, has said that her latest single titled, ‘Mercy’, was inspired by the story of blind Bartimaeus in the Bible calling out to Jesus for mercy. According to her, the world “needs God’s mercy now more than ever”. On the message she wants listeners to take away from the song, the
Actor and former Big Brother Naija housemate, Boma Akpore, has harped on the importance of Nollywood telling the country’s stories, stressing that somebody else would do it otherwise. In an interview with Saturday Beats, he said, “It is very important for us to tell our stories. If we don’t tell our stories, somebody else will
Controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has once again found himself at the centre of controversy following an online drama with his ex-girlfriend, Queen Dami, the former wife of the late Alaafin of Oyo. What started as rumours of reconciliation escalated into a messy public spectacle filled with accusations, fainting spells and social
A content creator and disc jockey, Ada Ebere, aka Ada La Pinky, has said that she prefers men who use sex toys on their partners. In an interview with Saturday Beats, she said, “If you get a man that uses toys on you when you are doing it, you have got the greatest man ever.
Renowned Nigerian Christian filmmaker and founder of Mount Zion Faith Ministries, Pastor Mike Bamiloye, has cautioned believers about a “fake rapture” plot allegedly devised by scientists to confuse and distract people from the actual event foretold in Christian prophecy. Referencing a Facebook post with the caption, “The extraterrestrial invasion is imminent, it will take 10,000
Joseph Aloba, the father of the late Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, also known as Mohbad, has addressed public criticism surrounding his music career. In an interview with Silverbird TV aired on Friday, Aloba responded to allegations that he might be exploiting his son’s death to boost his music career. Denying the claim, the singer’s father
Joseph Aloba, the father of the late Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa, popularly called Mohbad, has expressed his frustrations regarding his relationship with Mohbad’s wife and son, as well as the handling of the legal proceedings surrounding his son’s death. In an interview with Silverbird TV aired on Friday, Aloba stated that he has not seen Mohbad’s
A rising Nigerian music star, Damilola Johnson, also known as Eskizz FML, has dropped a new song titled “Deliver Me.” Speaking on the latest project in an interview on Thursday, the singer attributed the motivation behind the Nigerian singer, Eskizz FML drops new song to his profound belief that love should be a liberating force,
Nigerian singer, Oludipe David, popularly known as Spyro, has expressed the challenges he faces in the music industry, particularly the discrimination he believes stems from his open Christian faith. In an interview with Echo Room aired on Wednesday, the ‘Who’s Your Guy’ hitmaker shared his struggles with industry acceptance since he publicly embraced the “Jesus
Indian Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan underwent surgery Thursday after he was repeatedly stabbed in an apparent burglary at his home in Mumbai, his public relations team said. Khan, 54, who has appeared in more than 70 movies and television series, is married to top star Kareena Kapoor. “There was an attempted burglary at Mr
Rapper Drake on Wednesday filed suit against his own label, saying Universal Music Group’s release and promotion of a Kendrick Lamar track dissing him amounted to defamation and harassment. UMG is behind both Drake and Lamar, two superstar rappers who last year exchanged a litany of increasingly vitriolic diss tracks. Lamar’s chart-topping Grammy-nominated “Not Like
