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Singer Bella Shmurda has denied reports claiming he lost $4 million in an alleged Lagos property scam, describing the story as false.

The rumours gained traction after a viral report alleged that the singer broke down in tears during an Instagram Live session over a fraudulent property deal.

The singer debunked the reports in a series of posts shared on his Instagram Story on Friday.

In one of the posts, he wrote, ‘Fake news!! I wasn’t scammed. Trust bloggers @ ur own Risk. Doing fine and happy. Peace & Love’

He also mocked the viral claim in another Instagram Story, writing, ‘4m$ keh?? This country no go sleep!!’

The false report had sparked widespread reactions on social media, with many fans expressing concern over the singer’s wellbeing after claims emerged that he had become emotional during the alleged Instagram Live session.

Subsequent reports quoting members of Bella Shmurda’s camp also dismissed the story, saying the viral clip being circulated online was an old video from 2023 that had been taken out of context.

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Singer Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, and Colombian pop icon, Shakira, have shared a warm moment ahead of their performance at the first-ever FIFA World Cup final halftime show.

Burna Boy posted a video on his X handle on Friday showing the pair embracing and exchanging smiles during rehearsals for Sunday’s show at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, USA.

The singer captioned the clip: “Sunday Prep! @shakira See you at the @FIFAWorldCup Final! Dai dai, ikó, dale, allez, let’s go!”

The video, accompanied by photos, showed the two artistes in casual attire sharing laughter and a tight hug outside production trailers at the venue.

FIFA had earlier announced that Burna Boy and Shakira would perform Dai Dai, the official song of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, during the tournament’s first-ever Super Bowl-style halftime show.

PUNCH Online had earlier reported that the halftime break could be extended beyond the traditional 15 minutes to accommodate the performance, with broadcasters preparing for a break of about 30 minutes.

The break would combine standard 15 minutes of pundit analysis and an 11-minute performance segment, which Burna Boy and Shakira are expected to headline.

According to FIFA, the show will also feature co-headliners BTS, Madonna, Justin Bieber, conductor Gustavo Dudamel, the PS22 Chorus with Coldplay, as well as appearances by characters from Sesame Street and The Muppets.

The halftime show is also expected to support global education initiatives for children.

Sunday’s final will see Spain face Argentina.

Shakira and Burna Boy previously performed Dai Dai at the opening ceremony of the tournament in Mexico City, where the song was officially unveiled as the 2026 FIFA World Cup anthem.

See their pictures during rehearsal below:

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Actress and producer, Funke Akindele, has said that she will never be ashamed of her humble beginnings despite her fame and fortune.

I’ve never been ashamed of my humble beginnings, and I never will be. Over the years, I broadened my knowledge, attended workshops, sharpened my craft through experience, and found my own voice. And I’m still learning because growth never stops,” she said in a tweet.

Continuing, Akindele noted that she holds famous Hollywood filmmaker cum actor in high esteem as a role model, whom she has learned a lot from.

“Tyler Perry is one of my role models, and I learnt a lot from watching his films, especially when it came to storytelling and writing. There is absolutely nothing wrong with learning from someone you admire. In fact, that’s how many great journeys begin.

“Today, many up –and -coming filmmakers say they’ve learnt from my work, and I’m truly grateful for that. That’s how creativity is passed on. We learn, we grow, and we inspire others. Never be ashamed of where you started. Keep learning. Keep growing.”