Society Archives - TheCitizen - It's all about you https://thecitizenng.com/category/society/ Nigeria's leading online newspaper Mon, 06 Jul 2026 20:54:29 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://thecitizenng.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cropped-TheCitizen-330x50-1-32x32.png Society Archives - TheCitizen - It's all about you https://thecitizenng.com/category/society/ 32 32 Burna Boy hits 644m monthly audience on YouTube music https://thecitizenng.com/burna-boy-hits-644m-monthly-audience-on-youtube-music/ https://thecitizenng.com/burna-boy-hits-644m-monthly-audience-on-youtube-music/#respond Mon, 06 Jul 2026 20:54:29 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=284964 Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has recorded a massive 644 million monthly audience on YouTube Music, emerging as the highest-ranked artist among the platform’s current top five Nigerian acts. The latest YouTube Music rankings viewed by our correspondent on Monday, show Burna Boy with 6.41 million subscribers and a […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/burna-boy-hits-644m-monthly-audience-on-youtube-music/feed/ 0 Ycee-Peller feud sparks fresh debate over Nigeria’s education crisis https://thecitizenng.com/ycee-peller-feud-sparks-fresh-debate-over-nigerias-education-crisis/ https://thecitizenng.com/ycee-peller-feud-sparks-fresh-debate-over-nigerias-education-crisis/#respond Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:46:23 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=284710 A controversy erupted on social media following comments by rapper, Ycee, criticising what he described as a growing culture of celebrating ignorance over academic excellence in Nigeria; a trend he referred to as the “Peller culture” and the “Olodo uprising.” In a widely circulated clip from the Afropolitan Podcast, Ycee argued that Nigerian society is […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/ycee-peller-feud-sparks-fresh-debate-over-nigerias-education-crisis/feed/ 0 Nollywood actress Ighodaro lands lead role in Bollywood series https://thecitizenng.com/nollywood-actress-ighodaro-lands-lead-role-in-bollywood-series/ https://thecitizenng.com/nollywood-actress-ighodaro-lands-lead-role-in-bollywood-series/#respond Tue, 23 Jun 2026 16:16:31 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=284650 Nigerian-American actress and television host, Osas Ighodaro, has secured a lead role in the upcoming Nolly-Bollywood micro-drama series, Imported Bahu. The project, officially unveiled on Monday by executive producer, Hamisha Daryani Ahuja, features Ighodaro alongside Bollywood actor and model, Rajniesh Duggall, in a storyline centred on love, family secrets and a cross-cultural romance. Announcing the […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/nollywood-actress-ighodaro-lands-lead-role-in-bollywood-series/feed/ 0 Paternity dispute: Cubana Chiefpriest agrees to public DNA test with Kenyan woman https://thecitizenng.com/paternity-dispute-cubana-chiefpriest-agrees-to-public-dna-test-with-kenyan-woman/ https://thecitizenng.com/paternity-dispute-cubana-chiefpriest-agrees-to-public-dna-test-with-kenyan-woman/#respond Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:44:21 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=284625 Socialite and businessman, Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chiefpriest, has expressed willingness to undergo a DNA test to settle the lingering paternity dispute involving a Kenyan woman, Hellen Ati. Chiefpriest made the declaration in a series of comments shared on a media house’s Instagram page on Monday after a viral video of Ati pleading […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/paternity-dispute-cubana-chiefpriest-agrees-to-public-dna-test-with-kenyan-woman/feed/ 0 Hilda Baci gets recognition as Guinness World Records Icon https://thecitizenng.com/hilda-baci-gets-recognition-as-guinness-world-records-icon/ https://thecitizenng.com/hilda-baci-gets-recognition-as-guinness-world-records-icon/#respond Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:53:47 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=284542 Guinness World Records (GWR) on Thursday named Nigerian chef and restaurateur Hilda Baci a GWR Icon, recognising the multiple record-holder’s impact on global record-breaking culture and her role in inspiring a wave of Guinness World Records attempts in Nigeria. She becomes the first Nigerian to receive the GWR Icon recognition. The GWR Icon title is a […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/hilda-baci-gets-recognition-as-guinness-world-records-icon/feed/ 0 World Cup: Peter Obi applauds Davido’s ‘Bring Them Home’ outfit https://thecitizenng.com/world-cup-peter-obi-applauds-davidos-bring-them-home-outfit/ https://thecitizenng.com/world-cup-peter-obi-applauds-davidos-bring-them-home-outfit/#respond Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:16:50 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=284328 The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress for the 2027 general elections, Peter Obi, has lauded Afrobeats megastar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, for leveraging his global platform at the 2026 FIFA World Cup countdown concert to protest persistent insecurity and mass abductions in Nigeria. In a statement shared via his official X […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/world-cup-peter-obi-applauds-davidos-bring-them-home-outfit/feed/ 0 Burna Boy, Shakira perform at opening ceremony of 2026 World Cup https://thecitizenng.com/burna-boy-shakira-perform-at-opening-ceremony-of-2026-world-cup/ https://thecitizenng.com/burna-boy-shakira-perform-at-opening-ceremony-of-2026-world-cup/#respond Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:53:47 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=284295 Global music stars Shakira and Burna Boy delivered a high-energy performance of “Dai Dai” during the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, thrilling fans with a vibrant display of music and dance. Shakira took to the stage following a performance by J Balvin and immediately energized the crowd with the opening verse of […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/burna-boy-shakira-perform-at-opening-ceremony-of-2026-world-cup/feed/ 0 Davido turns global stage into protest over Oyo school kidnappings https://thecitizenng.com/davido-turns-global-stage-into-protest-over-oyo-school-kidnappings/ https://thecitizenng.com/davido-turns-global-stage-into-protest-over-oyo-school-kidnappings/#respond Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:12:47 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=284253 Nigerian Afrobeats superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, used the global stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup countdown concert to draw attention to Nigeria’s worsening security challenges. The singer appeared on stage wearing a custom black leather jacket adorned with green buttons bearing the names of pupils and teachers abducted in Oyo State. The kidnapping incident, which […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/davido-turns-global-stage-into-protest-over-oyo-school-kidnappings/feed/ 0 Nigerian-British singer dies in London stabbing, Stormzy, Craig David, others mourn https://thecitizenng.com/nigerian-british-singer-dies-in-london-stabbing-stormzy-craig-david-others-mourn/ https://thecitizenng.com/nigerian-british-singer-dies-in-london-stabbing-stormzy-craig-david-others-mourn/#respond Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:38:13 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=283898 A British-Nigerian singer and songwriter Talay Riley has died after being stabbed in East London, prompting a murder investigation by police. Talay, whose real name was Mark Yinka Orabiyi, was attacked at about 9am on Friday on Pankhurst Avenue in Silvertown, according to local outlet Newham Recorder. Emergency services responded to the scene but were […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/nigerian-british-singer-dies-in-london-stabbing-stormzy-craig-david-others-mourn/feed/ 0 BBNaija Season 10 reunion to premiere June 8 https://thecitizenng.com/bbnaija-season-10-reunion-to-premiere-june-8/ https://thecitizenng.com/bbnaija-season-10-reunion-to-premiere-june-8/#respond Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:23:30 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=283551 Organisers of Big Brother Naija have announced that the reunion show for the reality television programme’s 10th season will premiere on June 8. The organisers disclosed this in a statement shared on the show’s social media platforms on Monday, hinting at fresh drama as former housemates reunite months after the season ended. “Some receipts were […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/bbnaija-season-10-reunion-to-premiere-june-8/feed/ 0 Nollywood can no longer use afrobeats songs without licence – Dami Twitch https://thecitizenng.com/nollywood-can-no-longer-use-afrobeats-songs-without-licence-dami-twitch/ https://thecitizenng.com/nollywood-can-no-longer-use-afrobeats-songs-without-licence-dami-twitch/#respond Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:19:40 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=283546 Music video director-turned-filmmaker,Apampa Oluwadamilola popularly known as Dami Twitch, has said Nollywood producers can no longer use Afrobeats songs in films without securing proper clearance from rights holders. Speaking on a recent episode of the Afropolitan podcast which started trending on Saturday, he explained that the shift is largely due to publishing and distribution deals […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/nollywood-can-no-longer-use-afrobeats-songs-without-licence-dami-twitch/feed/ 0 Davido distances self from City Boys Movement https://thecitizenng.com/davido-distances-self-from-city-boys-movement/ https://thecitizenng.com/davido-distances-self-from-city-boys-movement/#respond Sun, 31 May 2026 08:29:38 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=283430 Afrobeats superstar, Davido, has clarified the nature of his relationship with Seyi Tinubu following criticism that trailed his recent comments on insecurity and injustice in Nigeria. The singer, whose real name is David Adeleke, had earlier taken to X on Saturday to lament the state of the nation and fault entertainers, including himself, for not speaking […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/davido-distances-self-from-city-boys-movement/feed/ 0 Family sets Alexx Ekubo’s burial June 18 in Abia https://thecitizenng.com/family-sets-alexx-ekubos-burial-june-18-in-abia/ https://thecitizenng.com/family-sets-alexx-ekubos-burial-june-18-in-abia/#respond Tue, 26 May 2026 12:38:13 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=283282 The family of late Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo has announced plans for his burial, with funeral rites scheduled to conclude on June 18, 2026. The actor died on May 11 after battling kidney cancer. In an obituary statement released by the family on his Instagram page on Monday, the public was urged to continue praying for […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/family-sets-alexx-ekubos-burial-june-18-in-abia/feed/ 0 BBC to air groundbreaking documentary on Biafran War https://thecitizenng.com/bbc-to-air-groundbreaking-documentary-on-biafran-war/ https://thecitizenng.com/bbc-to-air-groundbreaking-documentary-on-biafran-war/#respond Fri, 22 May 2026 02:21:20 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=283197 The BBC World Service has announced a landmark documentary on the Nigerian Civil War, also known as the Biafran War, featuring eye-witness accounts and previously unseen archive from the frontline. Surviving Biafra is a 75-minute film that presents differing perspectives on the war, including both sides of the conflict, and features highly personal accounts of the time. Award-winning […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/bbc-to-air-groundbreaking-documentary-on-biafran-war/feed/ 0 Desmond Elliot withdraws from APC primary, alleges intimidation https://thecitizenng.com/desmond-elliot-withdraws-from-apc-primary-alleges-intimidation/ https://thecitizenng.com/desmond-elliot-withdraws-from-apc-primary-alleges-intimidation/#respond Wed, 20 May 2026 15:29:41 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=283064 Lagos State lawmaker, Desmond Elliot, has officially withdrawn from the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election for the Surulere 1 constituency in the House of Assembly, citing alleged intimidation of his supporters. Elliot announced his withdrawal on Wednesday at the Paddington mini stadium in Western Avenue, where the party’s primary was being conducted. The actor-turned-politician […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/desmond-elliot-withdraws-from-apc-primary-alleges-intimidation/feed/ 0 Wizkid, Tems, Burna Boy, Asake receive nominations for 2026 BET Awards https://thecitizenng.com/wizkid-tems-burna-boy-asake-receive-nominations-for-2026-bet-awards/ https://thecitizenng.com/wizkid-tems-burna-boy-asake-receive-nominations-for-2026-bet-awards/#respond Tue, 19 May 2026 21:58:24 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=283146 Nigeria’s global music icons Wizkid, Asake, Burna Boy, and Tems have earned prominent nominations for the 2026 BET Awards. The nominations were announced on Tuesday for the annual awards ceremony, scheduled to take place on Sunday, June 28, 2026, in Los Angeles. Wizkid and Asake secured a joint nomination in the Best Group category, boosted […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/wizkid-tems-burna-boy-asake-receive-nominations-for-2026-bet-awards/feed/ 0 Isaac Fayose loses wife https://thecitizenng.com/isaac-fayose-loses-wife/ https://thecitizenng.com/isaac-fayose-loses-wife/#respond Sat, 16 May 2026 13:19:51 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=282874 Isaac Fayose, brother of a former Ekiti State Governor, Ayo Fayose, has announced the demise of his wife. He disclosed this in an Instagram post on Saturday. Sharing a picture of a candlelight, he wrote, “Rest In Peace, My darling wife.” In another post where he shared pictures of his wife, Fayose bade her farewell, saying, “Odaro oyinbo mi.” […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/isaac-fayose-loses-wife/feed/ 0 Shakira, Burna Boy release official 2026 FIFA World Cup song ‘Dai Dai’ https://thecitizenng.com/shakira-burna-boy-release-official-2026-fifa-world-cup-song-dai-dai/ https://thecitizenng.com/shakira-burna-boy-release-official-2026-fifa-world-cup-song-dai-dai/#respond Fri, 15 May 2026 10:52:50 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=282822 Global pop artiste Shakira has released “Dai Dai”, the official song for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, in collaboration with Nigerian Grammy-winning Afrobeat superstar Burna Boy. The news agency reports that the Colombian singer announced the release of the highly anticipated song to fans on her social media page on Friday. The song is now […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/shakira-burna-boy-release-official-2026-fifa-world-cup-song-dai-dai/feed/ 0 Nollywood star Alex Ekubo dies at 40 https://thecitizenng.com/nollywood-star-alex-ekubo-dies-at-40/ https://thecitizenng.com/nollywood-star-alex-ekubo-dies-at-40/#respond Tue, 12 May 2026 18:19:29 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=282803 Popular Nollywood actor, Alex Ekubo, is dead. He was 40 years. His death was confirmed on Tuesday by his colleagues, Funke Akindele, Bolanle Ninalowo, and Godwin Nnadiekwe, who claimed to be his ally. Sharing on her Instagram story, Akindele wrote, “Hmmmmmm. Rest in peace, Alex. I tried to reach out to see you one more […]

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]]> https://thecitizenng.com/nollywood-star-alex-ekubo-dies-at-40/feed/ 0 AMVCA 2026: Nollywood veterans Sola Sobowale, Kanayo O. Kanayo bag Industry Merit awards https://thecitizenng.com/amvca-2026-nollywood-veterans-sola-sobowale-kanayo-o-kanayo-bag-industry-merit-awards/ https://thecitizenng.com/amvca-2026-nollywood-veterans-sola-sobowale-kanayo-o-kanayo-bag-industry-merit-awards/#respond Sun, 10 May 2026 15:37:49 +0000 https://thecitizenng.com/?p=282710 Veteran Nigerian movie stars Sola Sobowale and Kanayo O. Kanayo have been honoured with the Industry Merit Award at the 2026 edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) . The duo received the awards on Saturday night during the 12th AMVCA ceremony held at Eko Hotel and Suites. The awards recognised their decades-long […]

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