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Sad! Popular Nigerian singer is dead
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Nigerian highlife singer, Godwin ‘Kabaka’ Opara, is dead.
His death was announced by his record label, Derda Promotions on Friday.
The chief operating officer of Derda Promotions, Ammarachi Anyanwu who didn’t state the cause of death, revealed that the musician died on Thursday.
The statement reads in part, “Derda Promotions is deeply saddened to announce the passing of our esteemed artist, Godwin Kabaka Opara, an icon who pioneered and revolutionized Highlife music, on March 21st, 2024.”
Kabaka was a talented and beloved songwriter and guitarist who brought joy to countless fans with his infectious highlife music.
His musical journey spanned several decades, genres, and bands.
He co-founded The Oriental Brothers International Band in 1973, a Highlife powerhouse known for its socially conscious lyrics, instrumental mastery, and authentic sound that resonated with millions across Africa and beyond.
In 1976, Kabaka embarked on a solo career, forming The Kabaka International Guitar Band. He continued to produce high-quality Highlife music, releasing fourteen albums and creating hits like ‘Mangala Special’.
He also experimented with Ezebongo rhythms, showcasing his versatility and creativity. Later, he joined forces with The Imo City Band, further solidifying his status as a Highlife legend.
With the support of Derda Promotions, Kabaka made a triumphant return in September 2023 with the album ‘The Return of Kabaka‘, which had over a million streams and trended as one of the top 100 albums worldwide.
Phyna has just knocked out Nkechi Blessing in Round 4 at the Chaos in the Ring celebrity boxing match in Lagos.
Phyna, whose real name is Ijeoma Josephina Otabor, stopped Nkechi Blessing in their scheduled four-round celebrity contest at the Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island. After the fight, the former Big Brother Naija winner named Nollywood actress, Etinosa Idemudia, as her next target, claiming that she had been disturbing her through her direct messages (DMs).
Etinosa accepted the challenge, setting up the possibility of another celebrity boxing contest. Phyna also announced that she intends to pursue professional boxing, indicating that her appearance against Nkechi could be the beginning of a longer career in the sport.
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Carter Efe defeated Speed Darlington by unanimous decision in celebrity boxing bout at Balmoral Promotions’ Chaos in the Ring event in Lagos on October 1, 2026.
Carter Efe dominated Speed Darlington across their four-round crossover bout and secured a unanimous decision after four one-sided rounds. The victory extended Efe’s unbeaten run in the Chaos in the Ring celebrity boxing series.
Efe had previously defeated singer Portable in another celebrity boxing contest on May 1, 2026, at Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island. He won that three-round contest by unanimous decision, with all three judges scoring the fight 30-27 in his favour.
The rivalry between Efe and Speed Darlington had intensified before their October meeting, with the two entertainers exchanging confrontational remarks during the build-up. Their face-off generated significant attention before they settled the rivalry inside the ring.
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Another Nollywood actor, Chijioke Nwokafor, popularly known as CJay Nwoks is dead.
He died on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at an undisclosed hospital in the Badore area of Lagos State.
The sad news was announced by actress Nkechi Blessing, who recently cast CJay as the lead actor in her new film.
Speaking on why the film will no longer be released, Nkechi, who was seen crying in a video on her Instagram page, said, “it took me a lot to do this video because we won’t be dropping the movie again by 5pm.
Right now, I’m in the hospital in Badore. I just lost CJay. CJay is dead. I don’t even know where to start.”
The cause of his death is still very sketchy as at the time of filing this report.
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