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BBNaija’s White Money Instagram account hacked
The Instagram account of White Money, the 2021 Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) winner, has been hacked.
It is believed that the verified account — which has nearly 2 million followers — was hacked in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
White Money’s team confirmed the development in a Twitter post, adding that they are “doing everything within our power to secure the account back”.
“Hi Money Geng, good morning. As of yesterday White Money’s Instagram account was hacked and we are doing everything within our power to secure the account back,” the post reads.
White Money is currently participating in the ongoing Big Brother Naija All-Stars season.
The reality TV show commenced on July 23 with 20 former housemates.
The show is expected to end on October 1.
The winner of the All-Stars season will go home with a cash prize of N120 million, the highest ever since the inception of BBNaija.
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Karen Igho seeks reconciliation with husband after accusing him of abuse
Karen Igho, the winner of the 2011 Big Brother Africa reality show, has called for reconciliation with Yaroslav Rakos, her husband, after accusing him of abuse.
On Tuesday, the reality TV star took to social media to accuse Rakos of physical and sexual abuse. She alleged that he was attempting to gain custody of their children by falsely claiming she was mentally unstable.
She also urged the public to hold him accountable should any harm come to her.
Her outcry sparked concern among her followers and the public. Rakos has yet to respond to the allegations.
But in a new post via X on Wednesday, Igho expressed her desire for reconciliation, stating that she and her husband should put their differences aside for the sake of their children.
She also extended her gratitude to the public for their support.
“I want to thank my husband and father of my children for the wonderful years we had, and I pray we can focus on our children and shower them with love and care,” she wrote.
“Thank you, Nigeria, my home, and thank you, Africa, my heartbeat. I’m a true daughter of the soil. If God is for me, who can be against me? Nobody!!!”
Igho and Rakos tied the knot in Jos, Plateau in 2014 after a nine-year relationship. They have two children together.
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SEE FULL LIST: Burna Boy is most-streamed Nigerian artiste on Apple Music
Apple Music has released the list of the most-streamed Nigerian songs, albums, and artistes on its platform as the country marked its 64th Independence Day.
The music streaming platform celebrates Nigeria’s independence with the theme ‘Oshe Naija’.
“As Nigeria marks 64 years of independence in 2024, music emanating from the country continues to sweep the world,” Apple Music wrote in a short statement on its app.
“Far from the monolith, however the country’s vibrant musical scene is made up of a host of diverse cultural threads, each of which contributes to Nigeria’s rich tapestry of community, art and expression.
“From the bustling streets of Lagos to the lush landscape of Taraba. This year, Oshe Naija celebrates the country’s abundant sonic diversity with an exploration of it’s most dynamic sounds and the regions that birthed them.”
Burna Boy tops the list for the most-streamed artiste in Nigeria. He is closely followed by Wizkid and Davido.
‘Made In Lagos’, the 2020 project by Wizkid, is the most-streamed Nigerian album while Rema’s ‘Calm Down’ remix featuring Selena Gomez is the most-streamed Nigerian song of all time on Apple Music.
See the full list below:
Top 10 most streamed Nigerian songs of all time on Apple Music
1. ‘Calm Down’ – Rema ft Selena Gomez
2. ‘Last Last’ – Burna Boy
3. ‘Essence’ – Wizkid feat. Tems
4. ‘Free Mind’ – Tems
5. ‘Ye’ – Burna Boy
6. ‘Location’ – Dave feat. Burna Boy
7. ‘Calm Down’ – Rema
8. ‘Rush’ – Ayra Starr
9. ‘On the Low’ – Burna Boy
10. Come Closer’ – Wizkid feat. Drake
Top 10 most streamed Nigerian albums of all time on Apple Music
1. ‘Made in Lagos’ – Wizkid
2. ‘Love Damini’ – Burna Boy
3. African Giant’ – Burna Boy
4. ‘For Broken Ears’ Tems
5. ‘I Told Them’ – Burna Boy
6. ‘Twice As Tall’ – Burna Boy
7. ‘Mr Money With The Vibe’ – Asake
8. ‘Timeless’ – Davido
9. ‘Work Of Art’ – Asake
10. ‘Boy Alone’ (deluxe) – Omah Lay
Top 10 most streamed Nigerian artistes of all time on Apple Music
1. Burna Boy
2. Wizkid
3. Davido
4. Rema
5. Asake
6. Tems
7. Omah Lay
8. Fireboy DML
9. BNXN
10. Olamide
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Influencer Efe Tommy opens up on kidney failure battle
Efe Tommy, the Nigerian lifestyle influencer, has revealed that he underwent a successful transplant after battling kidney failure for over a year.
In a post on Instagram, Tommy said he was initially in disbelief after his diagnosis in February 2023 but relied on his faith, family, and friends for support.
He said he maintained a positive outlook and continued to engage in work and social events while keeping his struggles private.
“February 16, 2023, my life flashed before my eyes when I found out both my kidneys were failing,” he wrote.
“It was a fact I instantly refused to accept. But my believe and trust in God saw me through the journey with the help of my sister who is my rock and friends that supported me.”
The influencer revealed that he successfully underwent a transplant one month ago, and expressed gratitude for the “new lease of life”.
He also announced the launch of his foundation aimed at raising kidney health awareness and supporting those affected by kidney disease.
“Today makes it one month post kidney transplant surgery and I am doing very fine,” he added.
“So filled with gratitude, thanksgiving and joy because God gave me a new lease of life which led me to launch my foundation which will be spreading awareness on kidney and doing my bit of humanity for those suffering from kidney disease.
“I hope this inspires someone out there to go check their kidney function today ✌🏾I AM FREE!!!”
The development comes as ThankGod ‘TG’ Omori Jesam, the Nigerian music video director, is also recovering after a failed kidney transplant.
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