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I inspired Burna Boy, he can’t deny it – Skales

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Nigerian singer, Raoul John Njeng-Njeng, popularly known as Skales, has claimed that he inspired his colleague, Burna Boy, at some point in his career.

Speaking in a recent interview with Naija FM, Lagos, Skales claimed that before he featured Burna Boy on ‘Temper Remix’ in 2017, the Port Harcourt-born singer had no hit song.

He, however, added that Burna Boy has also inspired him over the years.

He explained that the essence of collaboration is to support and promote each other.

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“I inspired Burna Boy. He will agree with me. So, nobody help anybody. We probably admire ourselves and we decide to work together.

“As at then, Burna boy had no hot song before I featured him on ‘Temper Remix.’

“It was after our collaboration that he started excelling. I’m not trying to take credit for his success but he has inspired me over the years and I believe I inspired him at a point, too,” Skales said.

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Popular Hausa political praise singer dies at 47

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Popular Hausa political praise singer, Muhammadu Buhari, popularly known as Kosan Waka, has passed away on Sunday at the age of 47.

Kosan Waka was widely known for his political praise songs, particularly in support of Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf.

Mourning the death, Governor Yusuf expressed grief over the loss, describing it as a painful one not only to the entertainment industry but to the wider community.

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In a condolence message issued by his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the governor described the late singer as a patriotic son of Katsina State whose music made a significant impact on political communication, cultural promotion and public enlightenment in Kano and beyond.

According to the statement, Kosan Waka died on Sunday and was scheduled to be buried at 5 p.m. in his hometown of Tsanni village, Batagarawa Local Government Area of Katsina State.

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Popular Nigerian Juju Artist Saint Janet Reportedly Passes Away

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The Nigerian entertainment industry has been thrown into mourning following reports that popular juju artist Saint Janet has passed away.

Although details surrounding the circumstances of the artist’s death remain limited at the time of filing this report, news of the passing has begun circulating on social media, with fans, colleagues, and well-wishers expressing shock and paying tribute to the late musician.

Saint Janet was widely recognized for contributions to the juju music genre and earned a loyal fan base through energetic performances and a unique musical style.

Family members and close associates have yet to release an official statement regarding the cause of death or funeral arrangements.

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This is a developing story, and more details will be provided as they become available.

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Why I Don’t Want Any Of My Children To Make Music – Davido

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Nigerian musician David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has said he doesn’t any of his children to pursue a career in music.

Speaking in a recent episode of The Vibe podcast, the father of six explained that the reason he won’t encourage any of his children to do music is because of his own experience.

He revealed that his second daughter, Hailey Veronica Adeleke, is already leaning towards music and has good voice but he’s skeptical about supporting her.

“I don’t want any of my children to pursue music. My second daughter [Hailey] is already leaning towards music. She is the life of the party. She behaves just like me. She actually has a good voice.

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“But I know what I went through. Can you go through what I go through? Knowing what I have been through, I’m skeptical about encouraging any of my children to do music,” he said.

Davido, however, added, “But because my parents and my family eventually allowed me chase me dreams, I would never want to block any of my children from chasing their dreams. And if they are good, why not?

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