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<h2>American rapper Sean 'Diddy' Combs has been accused of sexual assault by a former male employee who claimed the rapper groped his genitals and touched his anus.</h2>

<p>In the new $30 million bombshell lawsuit, a man named&nbsp;<strong>Rodney 'Lil Rod' Jones</strong>, a former producer and videographer for the entertainer, claimed he was <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/celebrities/diddy-has-had-enough-of-the-sexual-assault-allegations-against-him/9y41l25">sexually assaulted</a> by Diddy on multiple occasions. He also claimed he was subjected to unwanted advances by associates of Diddy, at the rapper's request.</p>

<p>The former producer accused Diddy of groping his genitals, touching his anus, and walking around naked in front of him. Jones went on to allege that the rapper also forced him to watch an intimate video involving<strong>&nbsp;Stevie J&nbsp;</strong>having sex with another man.</p>

Lil Rod claims this screenshot shows Diddy engaged in sexual activities with a female minor [TMZ]

Lil Rod claims that this screenshot shows Diddy engaged in sexual activities with a female minor [TMZ]

<p>Furthermore, Jones alleged Diddy hired prostitutes who came into his house in Miami and on one such occasion, he claimed the rapper drugged and possibly raped him.</p>

<p>He also claimed a female cousin of Diddy's girlfriend,&nbsp;<strong>Yung Miami</strong>, also sexually assaulted him, adding that she allegedly attempted to have sex with him in front of Diddy and members of his staff.</p>

<p>While speaking to TMZ, Diddy's lawyer, <strong>Shawn Holley</strong>, debunked all accusations by the former employee, labelling it as a cash grab.</p>

<p>She said, <em>"Lil Rod is nothing more than a liar who filed a $30 million lawsuit shamelessly looking for an undeserved payday. We have overwhelming, indisputable proof that his claims are complete lies.</em></p>

<p><em>"Our attempts to share this proof with Mr Jones’ attorney, Tyrone Blackburn, have been ignored, as Mr Blackburn refuses to return our calls. We will address these outlandish allegations in court and take all appropriate actions against those who make them."</em></p>

<p>This is not the first time a sexual assault accusation has been levelled against Diddy. Most recently in November 2023, his ex-girlfriend, <strong>Cassie, </strong><a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/celebrities/diddys-ex-girlfriend-cassie-accuses-him-of-rape-and-abuse-in-new-lawsuit/jyknt50">accused him of sexual abuse</a> throughout their relationship. However, the $30 million lawsuit was <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/celebrities/diddy-and-ex-girlfriend-cassie-settle-rape-assault-charges-out-of-court/b9p1sgb">settled out of court</a> less than a day after it was filed.</p>

January 2018: Diddy says he wants more children with Cassie.

Diddy appeared on Power 105.1 FM's "The Breakfast Club" and said that he wanted to have more children.He said: "I love children. I'm trying to get 10. I could go to eight without a problem. Whatever is supposed to happen in the future is going to happe...

American rapper Sean 'Diddy' Combs accused of rape and sexual assault by former employee Rodney 'Lil Rod' Jones.

Ex-employee accuses Diddy of sexual assault, walking around naked in front of him

<h2>Nigerian singer Joeboy said that his experience as a marketer at a pure water factory motivates him to 'go hard' in his musical career.</h2>

<p>In a new interview with the <strong>Afrobeats Intelligence Podcast, </strong>he spoke about a time back in university when the school went on strike and he took up a job at a pure water factory.</p>

<p><em>“I have no choice than to go hard or go home because I remember that there was a time,"</em> he began.<em> "I studied Human Resources and Personal Management. When I was in the university, there was a strike for like three months. So I decided to get a job and I was searching for a job for like three months in the whole of Lagos. I did not get one single job. There was even a time I worked in a pure water factory as a marketer. I used to share fliers and products and anything to gather money."</em></p>

<p><a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/joeboy-set-to-release-his-first-single-of-2024/ecdw229">The singer </a>said the moment served as the trigger for him to work hard in his career.</p>

<p><em>"At that point I was like, ‘I’m looking so hard for a job and I can’t find any. Is this how I’m going to end up when I finish school?’ So that was also a trigger. I told myself, ‘You really have to make sure you make it,"</em> he said.</p>

<p>Going on, Joeboy stated that being discovered and signed by singer <strong>Mr Eazi</strong>, was "scary" because he had to put in the work and not disappointing those involved. <em>"There are more people involved and people are investing their time, energy and money. So it wasn't a joke anymore or something I did for fun at that time so it was scary, but you go hard or go home,"</em> he concluded.</p>

For Joeboy, after that experience, he knew he had to make it [Instagram/Joeboy]

Nigerian singer Joeboy recounts his experience as a marketer in a pure water factory, says it motvates him to go hard.

Joeboy opens up on how working at a pure water factory affected his career

<h2>Singer Burna Boy has sparked a discourse on X after throwing shade at fellow artiste Davido, calling him a "joke."</h2>

<p>Following the heated football match between Nigeria and Ivory Coast at the AFCON finals, things took a different turn on social media. Amid the banter over Nigeria's loss, Burna Boy was seen getting into an exchange of words with a troll on Twitter (now X).</p>

<p>The X user responded to the singer's recent tweet by referring to the<a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/burna-boy-loses-all-4-nominations-at-the-66th-grammy-awards/hghzqbt"> singer's loss at the recent Grammy Awards</a>. Calling him a fool in Yoruba the X user said, "<em>Ode, bottled 4 Grammy's."</em></p>

<p>Burna Boy swiftly retaliated by pointing out the user's display picture, which happened to be an image of Davido, sparking outrage among fans. He said,&nbsp;<em>"The actual Joke is in your Display picture."</em></p>

Burna Boy takes a swipe at Davido [X/Burna Boy]

<p>Following Burna Boy's initial response, which has since been deleted, the backlash on social media was swift, with fans expressing disappointment in <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/here-is-a-history-of-the-beef-between-davido-and-burna-boy/b7ggzbl">Burna Boy's jab at Davido</a>. Some users criticised the move as childish and predicted a potential retaliation from Davido.</p>

<p>One Nnena on Instagram said: <em>"Soon you all will be up in David’s sleeve . This is so low and ch!ldish because I don’t know how he got in this intersection. Not nice."</em>&nbsp;And another user said:<em>&nbsp;"Burna just trolled Davido, nobody saw anything wrong about it. Just wait till OBO Returns the favour the internet will be on fire."&nbsp;</em>Another user said,&nbsp;<em>"Now he is directly trolling Davido...as much as I love Burna, I'm not supporting this his fish behaviour."</em></p>

More reactions from social media users, calling Burna Boy out

<p>Burna Boy also responded to an X user's tweet, which pointed out that the troll had changed his display picture from Davido to Burna Boy.</p>

Burna Boy reacts a the troll changing his display picture to a picture of himself

<p>Amid the outrage across social media because of Burna Boy's jab at Davido, Burna hinted at his phone being taken from him, saying&nbsp;<em>"Won tun ti gba phone, until next time."</em></p>

<p>It is worthy of note that back in October 2023, the singer had stated that <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/celebrities/the-ground-would-shake-if-i-had-access-to-my-twitter-account-burna-boy/87qfyft">his management did not allow him to have access to his X account</a> because "<em>the ground will elevate</em>."</p>

<p>In his words, <em>"If I had access to my account everywhere would be shaking every day. The ground will be elevating based on my feelings and I don't like disrespect on the internet and they always try to disrespect me on the internet. So my management does not let me have access, if not then the ground will elevate. I will spend too much time there, honestly, I will spend a lot of time there."</em></p>

"Amapiano" — ASAKE and Olamide"City Boys" — Burna Boy"Unavailable" — Davido featuring Musa Keys"Rush" — Ayra Starr"Water" — Tyla

Burna Boy, Davido trend after Burna Boy shades him on X

The real joke is in your DP, Burna Boy shades Davido amid feud with troll

<h2>American rapper, Killer Mike has been arrested for misdemeanour battery after an alleged physical altercation backstage at the 2024 Grammy Awards.</h2>

<p>In a now viral clip, the 48 year old was seen being escorted out of the plaza in handcuffs by policemen, while asking,<em> "Are you serious? What the f**k?".</em></p>

<p>The video was recorded by <strong>Chris Gardner</strong>, a senior staff writer for<em> </em>the <strong><em>Hollywood Reporter</em></strong>, who shared the clip to his X account, saying,<em> "Breaking: Rapper Killer Mike has been taken away in handcuffs in</em><a href="https://t.co/aF2yiyTHol"><em> </em></a><em>the Cypto Arena after winning 3 #Grammys during telecast (Best Rap Song and Best Rap Performance for Scientists &amp; Engineers, Best Rap Album for Michael) 'Free Mike' someone shouts as he walks past."</em></p>

<div class="embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Breaking: Rapper Killer Mike has been taken away in handcuffs in <a href="https://t.co/aF2yiyTHol">https://t.co/aF2yiyTHol</a> arena after winning 3 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Grammys?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Grammys</a> during telecast (Best Rap Song and Best Rap Performance for “Scientists &amp; Engineers,” Best Rap Album for Michael) “Free Mike” someone shouts as he walks past. <a href="https://t.co/4epfmzqMt8">pic.twitter.com/4epfmzqMt8</a></p>&mdash; Chris Gardner (@chrissgardner) <a href="https://twitter.com/chrissgardner/status/1754299537039208794?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 5, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<p>After the arrest, the spokesperson of the Los Angeles Police department said<em>, "On Sunday, 4 February, just after 4pm, a male adult was detained and handcuffed for a physical altercation that occurred at the 700 block of Chick Hearn Court.”</em></p>

<p>The Spokesperson continued, confirming that the suspect was the rapper, whose real name is <strong>Michael Render</strong>.</p>

<p>He said,<em> "The suspect was placed under arrest and was transported to LAPD Central Division. The suspect has been identified as 48-year-old Michael Render and booked for Misdemeanor Battery 243(A) PC, and is in the process of being released.”</em></p>

<p>Killer Mike's arrest came after his staggering three-time-win at the event. He won<a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/the-full-winners-list-at-the-66th-grammy-awards/mv709xf"> the Grammy</a> for best rap song and best rap performance for "Scientists &amp; Engineers" and best rap album. His new wins were his first since 2003 when he was honoured for best rap performance by a duo or group for his work on The Whole World by the Outkast group.</p>

Killer Mike was arrested for battery and is the process of being released [Getty images/Robynbeck/AFP]

Killer Mike was taken out of the Grammy Awards ceremony in handcuffs over battery charge

American rapper Killer Mike gets arrested after winning 3 Grammys

<h2>Popular gospel musician, Moses Bliss has popped the big question to his lover, and she said yes!</h2>

<p>Bliss announced the big news on his Instagram on January 19, 2024, posting pictures of his bride-to-be's hand in his. Her hand was adorned with a dazzling silver ring and a bouquet of flowers in other hand. Bliss showed off her ring in different angles, including in a black and white shot.</p>

<p><em>"The Lord makes all things beautiful in His time. She said YES,"</em> his caption read. However, the comment section the announcement post was turned off.</p>

<p>The singer made another post, excitedly announcing himself as the latest groom in town. His post showed the dazzling white outfit he popped the question in, saying,<em> "Meet the latest groom to be 🙈 God has done it!". </em></p>

<p>Bliss stood in front of the big "Marry Me" sign with flower petals arranged on the ground beneath his feet. The carousel post contained different pictures of just him, beaming with glee.</p>

<p><a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/moses-bliss-festizie-and-chizie-drop-a-new-afrogospel-hit-titled-miracle/3jx2q0d">The singer</a> also posted the full proposal video to his Youtube channel. The video captured the vulnerable moment when Bliss nervously awaited his partner's arrival. The video displayed the very romantic moment he sang a song he wrote just for her as she walked towards him.</p>

<p>Fans and celebrities alike have taken to his Instagram page to congratulate him and his partner on their milestone, sending them goodwill and prayers.</p>

Moses Bliss has proposed to his girlfriend [mosesbliss]

Gospel singer Moses Bliss proposes to his partner, fans react

Gospel singer Moses Bliss proposes to his partner in London

<h2>Singer-songwriter Tiwa Savage said she was robbed in the London area of England this week.</h2>

<p>On Thursday January 18, 2024, the singer said on her Instagram Story that she was robbed while in London.</p>

<p><em>"Damn London, una show me pepper o. Got robbed yesterday," </em>her Story post read. The post had her fans worried about her safety and welfare. However, she allayed their fears by making another post saying, "<em>Thanks guys."</em></p>

Tiwa savage tells her fans that she was robbed [Instagram/Tiwa savage]

<p>She then made another story post on January 19, 2024, showing her outfit of the day while she prepared to step out. In her caption she focused on her work, saying, <em>"Another day, hustle continues."</em></p>

<p>Unfortunately, this is not Svage's first encounter with robbers. Back in April 2023, there was <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/celebrities/tiwa-savage-confirms-robbery-attempt-at-her-house/2x05pre">a robbery attempt at her residence</a> which failed. She confirmed this in an official statement on April 14 via her Instagram page, stating that her home was breached by thieves.</p>

Tiwa Savage's press release at the time [Instagram/TiwaSavage]

<p>She cleared the air that she and her family were safe and unharmed, adding that some of the dubious individuals were arrested and were held for further investigation at the Alagbon Police Station, Ikoyi.</p>

<p>Savage is not the only celebrity to have been robbed recently. Celebrities have been the target of robbers for many years.</p>

<p>Recall back in 2015, Davido and his manager <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/celebrities/davido-singer-and-manager-robbed-in-sa/125gw0t">were robbed of a whopping sum</a> of $55,000 cash while in South Africa. The bandits also made away with two expensive Rolex watches that they had on them at the time. The music superstar shared the bad news with fans via his X account, explaining what happened.</p>

<p>His tweet read, <em>“Thank God for my life…. If not for him.. E for be different story … My daughters face was flashing through my eyes the whole time….”</em></p>

<p>Thankfully neither him nor his manager were harmed by the bandits.</p>

"Damn London, una show me pepper o," she said on Instagram of the incident

Tiwa Savage reacts to being robbed in London this week

<h2>Singer-songwriter Tems recently spoke to The Cut about her upbringing, her unique sound and her personality.</h2>

<p>Growing up in Lagos, Nigeria, with her brother Tunji and her mother, she revealed that she was a very reserved child who kept to herself. She told the magazine that she didn't start speaking until she was at least three, but she had always loved to sing.</p>

<p><em> “I was always in my own little world. I wasn’t very social,”</em> Tems said to the American women magazine.</p>

<p>She also revealed that she has gone through various stages of evolution before becoming the version of herself that her fans have grown to know and love who is confident. Young Temilade she said grew up feeling conscious of her talking voice because she did not sound like other girls who had softer tones, even when she sang. <em>The Cut</em> also reported that "other kids bullied her to the point of tears."</p>

<p>An excerpt from the piece reads,<em> "She didn’t speak much, didn’t have much of a social circle, and her status as an outcast made her a target of ridicule. Sometimes she would cover her head with a blazer, and she kept mostly to herself."</em></p>

<p>Even outside of school, she often received unsolicited comments and advice from strangers regarding the pitch of her voice. This contributed to the decline in her self-esteem, which led her to believe that she "sounded like a boy<em> or a frog, or that her voice was otherwise ugly</em>."</p>

Tems opens up on being bullied for how her voice sounded while growing up [The Cut]

Tems opens up on being bullied for how her voice sounds while grown up [The Cut]

<p><em>“All the other girls had these sweet, high voices, and my voice had&nbsp;bass,”</em> Tems said.</p>

<p>However, in secondary school, she found her confidence under the tutelage of her music teacher, thus morphing into the spellbinding superstar that we know today.</p>

<p><em>"If you think I sound like a man, I think that’s pretty cool—I’m gonna sound more like a man, I started to&nbsp;want&nbsp;that deepness.&nbsp;I wanted to lean into my weirdness,” </em>words to live by from <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/grammy-winning-nigerian-singer-tems-to-drop-new-single/xh8zzv2">the singer </a>herself.</p>

Singer Tems was often bullied to the point of tears when she was younger, because of her voice

Tems opens up on being bullied for how her voice sounded while growing up

<h2>Nigerian singer, Tiwa Savage has written to the Lagos State Police Command, accusing Davido of threatening her life.</h2>

<p>In a document dated January 9, 2024<a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://twitter.com/thepepperroom/status/1744724918913392820?s=48"> shared first on X</a>, Savage stated that Davido threatened to "f**k me up," over her affiliations with his baby mama <strong>Sophia Momodu</strong>.</p>

<p>She claimed that after she posted a picture of her and Momodu on Instagram, Davido messaged her and lashed out on her.</p>

<p>She said,<em> "On the 23rd of December, I made a post which included myself and Sophia on my Instagram Story, a feature on Instagram, which allows you to put up a post for 24 hours post, and Mr Adeleke send messages to my manager, who is also a part of his management team, that I shouldn't worry and should never say a word to him, and that I was taunting him, uttering very disrespectful malicious and derogatory words to my person."</em></p>

<p>She added that she responded to, <em>"Mr David Adeleke's messages and told him not to reach out to me especially as I feel like I have been there for him and his daughter Imade and more importantly when he lost his son."</em></p>

Page one of Tiwa Savage's petition [X/thepepperoom]

<p>Going further, Savage stated that after their exchange, she received texts and phone calls from mutual connections, asking her what she did to offend Davido. According to her statement, the mutuals stated that the singer was upset that she was friends with his estranged baby mama.</p>

<p><em>"He is also painting the exchange to look like I was the aggressor. He has also told our mutual connections to warn me to be careful in Lagos because he was going to f**k me up,"</em> she said.</p>

<p>"<em>This is beginning to feel like some form of online and offline harassment not just to me, but also members of my team</em>," she added.</p>

Page two of Tiwa savages petition against Davido [ [X/thepepperoom]

<p>This comes after it was noticed by fans that the two Afrobeats artistes unfollowed each other on Instagram. After that, <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/celebrities/tiwa-savage-is-the-goat-teebillz-shows-support-for-ex-wife/7hnxsc8">her ex husband</a>, <strong>Teebillz</strong> <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/celebrities/i-will-teach-you-a-lesson-teebillz-drags-davido-over-alleged-disrespect/snx01gg">called Davido out</a> on social media numerous times, on claims that he disrespected his family. Teebillz stressed that he was done trying to settle their matters behind closed doors and will "teach him a lesson."</p>

Davido and Tiwa Savage on the cover of Billboard Magazine [Billboard Magazine]

Tiwa Savage has written to the Lagos State Police Command reporting Davido's threats to her life.

Tiwa Savage accuses Davido of physical threats, calls police to intervene

<h2>Rapper Nicki Minaj has narrated the sad story of the day she was told that her father passed away after a hit-and-run incident in New York in 2021.</h2>

<p>Speaking in a recent interview with <strong>Ebro Darden</strong>, the rapper revisited the emotions she felt when her mother told her that her father <strong>Charles Maraj</strong> had succumbed to his injuries from <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/celebrities/nicki-minajs-father-reportedly-killed-in-a-hit-and-run-accident/qnm8gx5">being hit by a car</a>.</p>

<p><em>"Everything started spinning. I couldn't believe how quickly everything happened, especially because he was the happiest that I had heard him in a long time," </em>she said.</p>

<p>Going on, she revisited the last time she spoke to her father before the accident, which was earlier that same day. He had called to express interest in seeing her and her son, whom he hadn't met yet at the time. Minaj recalled how excited he sounded to come and see them, and she was in turn, happy with the thought of seeing him.</p>

Nicki Minaj on the set of the Ebro Darden podcast [Apple Podcast]

<p>She continued, <em>"The phone rings, and I see it's my father. I normally would not have picked up, because I don't like to be on the phone with the baby there. I would've called him back. Something said, 'Pick up the phone'. picked up, he was very happy, and he was like, 'Baby, I could come on Monday?' because he had been waiting to be able to come to Cali to help me. I kept on saying, 'Come on out. He wasn't really happy, but I knew that, when he came to be with us, we were going to be happy. He is this amazing, great person, who livens up the whole house. I was like, 'Yes, we were going to get help.'"</em></p>

<p>Sadly, her father never got to meet her son. She added that the incident was the inspiration behind her song, <strong><em>Are You Gone Already</em></strong> from her new album.</p>

Nicki Minaj on the Ebro Darden podcast. [Apple Music]

Nicki minaj recalls the day she was told that her father died due to a hit and run

Nicki Minaj emotional as she recounts the day she lost her father

<h2>For every individual, there are certain constants that we need all the time. For Davido, the Afrobeat maestro, some things are non-negotiable.</h2>

<p>In a new interview with <em>British GQ </em>he shares the items that he can't live without. See them below:</p>

<p>You might have guessed it. One thing this superstar just can't live without is his collection of expensive jewellery. From his Rolex and Patek watches, to his custom made statement-making neck pieces, <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/celebrities/i-turned-sand-into-diamonds-davido-shows-off-new-naira577-million-pendant/m5f0ehp">his </a>jewellery<a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/celebrities/i-turned-sand-into-diamonds-davido-shows-off-new-naira577-million-pendant/m5f0ehp"> pieces</a> are personal effects you'd never see him without.</p>

Davido's Timeless pendant worth around a whopping ₦577 million.

<p>Davido just can't go through life without having popcorn, especially when watching movies. His love for popcorn dates back to his childhood, where his Aunt Christine used to make delicious popcorn in different varieties for him and his cousins whenever they watched movies.</p>

<p>On Davido's list of things he cannot live without is his Holy Bible. More specifically his online Bible on his tablet, so he takes it with him everywhere he goes. And not just the Bible, but also an app for daily hymns that he uses each day.</p>

<p>OBO is quite the sneakerhead, so it comes as no surprise that he can't do without his sneakers. Did you know that he has about 50 plain white sneakers in his vast collection? The singer <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/lifestyle/fashion/davido-launches-new-collection-with-puma/r7385l3">recently collaborated </a>with sports wear company Puma to release unique footwear, and during this interview with British GQ, he stated that the Nigerian flag colours was his inspiration behind the colour choices of green and white.</p>

Afrobeats megastar and brand ambassador Davido modelling for the PUMA brand

<p>He calls them "<em>hater blockers</em>" and he always has a pair on him. Davido is known for having stylish sunglasses, so it's only fitting that he has these on the list. And he wears them everywhere, even at weddings or business meetings.</p>

Davido shares his vision for A.W.A.Y festival

<p>That's right, the OBO himself has got to have a wad of cash on him. Like everyone else, Davido prefers to have cash in hand when he steps out in case he wants to get some food or do some last minute shopping. He made it clear that a lot of the time, the money he carries around is not just for himself, but to help others.</p>

<p>You can't take the "music" out of of this "musician" because everywhere he goes, his headphones follow. Davido loves to listen to music on the go. He also keeps his headphones with him just in case he needs to work on-the-go too. And like everyone else, he loves to unwind while listening to smooth tunes just to ease up the tension a little.</p>

<p><em>"This should be a basic essential, it's not about what you like,"</em> says this singer. One thing he makes sure to take everywhere he goes is his toiletry bag consisting of his favourite colognes or perfumes, a face towel and other things. He loves feeling fresh and smelling fresh too so he switches up his scents on occasion.</p>

<p>Davido is a sucker for a good drink, especially for stress relief. Therefore he always has a bottle of Martel with him wherever he goes. His go-too drink is what he calls a "sidecar" which is essentially two shots of Martel, lime juice and and orange peel too, and it works like magic for him.</p>

How many out of Davido's essentials did you guess? [Instagram/Davido]

Davido lists 10 items he cannot do life without and here they are

Here are the 10 things Davido can't live without

<h2>The internet is buzzing with new romance speculations between Rema and American musician Justine Skye after they were spotted together at a church service in Lagos.</h2>

<p>In a viral clip, the pair were seen walking out of the church together surrounded by a security detail.</p>

<p>Once the clip hit the internet, social media users began to speculate that <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/celebrities/are-rema-and-american-singer-justine-skye-a-thing-now/ccs813k">the pair are in a relationship</a>. This time they seem convinced that the two are indeed romantically involved, with many deeming it as the only reason they would go to church together at all.</p>

This X user sure believes that romance is the only reason [X/dontjeffit]

<p>The pair did not attend the service alone. Also in attendance was fellow Mavin signee <strong>Crayon</strong>, amongst others in the entourage. However, social media users were more focused on the fact that Skye and Rema were spotted together again.</p>

The internet is buzzing and now they're trending this New years day [Twitter]

<p>Similarly in August 2023, on Skye's birthday, social media users speculated that the two had become romantically involved. </p>

<p>Why? Back then the two were spotted all smiles during her party. Rema was next to her, helping her light the birthday candles on her cake, while a happy-looking Skye danced in her seat. In the clip, the Afrobeats star then joyously rang a bell as she blew out her candles.</p>

Another X user's is sure as rain that they're together [X/Sy_mildr3d]

Another X user's is sure as rain that they're together [X

<p>The <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/celebrities/wizkid-rumours-of-pop-star-dating-us-singer-justine-skye-intensify/c0wplxx">rumours of a budding romance</a> between these two began back in 2021 after the release of their song called&nbsp;<strong><em>Twisted Fantasy. </em></strong>The speculations then intensified after Skye celebrated Rema's 21st birthday with him that year.</p>

Another Twitter user's comment [X/Don_style0]

<p>Despite the fact that these speculations have been reoccurring since then, neither Rema nor Skye have affirmed or denied the rumours, and continue to hang out on occasion.</p>

Rema and Justine Skye have been rumoured to be in a relationship on and off since 2021 [Guardianng]

Nigerian singer Rema attends crossover service in Lagos with singer Justine Skye, reignites romance speculations.

Rema spotted at church with Justine Skye, sparking new dating rumours

<h2>American rapper Meghan Thee Stallion has responded to her ex boyfriend, Pardison's recent interview where he claimed that he did not cheat on her.</h2>

<p>During Meghan's recent Instagram live session, she addressed Pardi's claims, accusing him of lying.</p>

<p><em>"If it wasn't you, why are you answering? why are you tryna make that shoe fit Cinderella? Y'all know how many Ni**as y'all say I f**k with. If it wasn't you 'getting your d**k sucked in the same place I was sleeping in', then why the hell are you dissing me? If you say I wasn't talking to you, then I wasn't talking to you. You just wanted to find a reason to bash me, it all just seems so strategic. If I'm not talking about you, why are you talking about me?" </em>Meghan said.</p>

<p>This comes after she released her newest song <em>Cobra</em> which trended because of a particular line that says, <em>"Pulled up caught him cheating, getting his d**k sucked in the same place I'm sleeping."</em> The line gained traction, causing social media users to speculate that she was talking about Pardi. As a result of this, social media users took to his Instagram comment sections, accusing him of being a cheater.</p>

<p>Following this, Pardi responded by releasing a diss track aimed <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/celebrities/megan-thee-stallion-bares-it-all-in-new-steamy-instagram-photos/zrrg88n">at Meghan</a>. Then more recently, he addressed the infamous line in an interview stating that the line really hurt his feelings.</p>

<p><em>"I'm not going to lie, I was absolutely hurt. I know you knew what it would do to me. I didn't think this person would choose to use me to sell a record and get clicks. Did I cheat? Yes, but did I cheat first? absolutely not,"</em> he said.</p>

<p>The couple dated for two years but ended their relationship in September 2023.</p>

Pardi and Meghan thee Stallion confirmed they were dating back in February 2021, then called things off in September 2023 [Pinterest]

Meghan Thee Stallion claps back at ex boyfriend Pardi for saying that he didn't cheat

Meghan Thee Stallion goes off on ex boyfriend Pardi over cheating claims

<h2>Fireboy, the Nigerian singer, isn't exactly thrilled about the whole flying and travelling aspect that comes with being a celebrity.</h2>

<p> In a recent interview with radio presenter <strong>Do2tun</strong> on <strong><em>Cool FM</em></strong>, Fireboy shared his dislike for the process, even though he loves his job <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/fireboy-returns-with-new-exciting-single-someone/8q8cbd1">as an entertainer</a>.</p>

<p><em>"I love what I do, but I don't like the process. I love that my work takes me places, but the process of travelling? No. I don't even like going out and interacting with people that much. So having to submit my passport and all those things don't appeal to me," </em>Fireboy expressed candidly.</p>

<p>Notably, Fireboy had a tremendously successful tour in Australia in October 2023, consisting of three shows. It kicked off with a performance at Promiseland in Gold Coast on September 30, 2023. Subsequently, Fireboy headlined at two consecutive sold-out shows. The tour involved a lot of traveling and pitstops, showcasing his talent across different locations.</p>

<p>Reflecting on the tour, Fireboy added<em>, "It was a very crazy trip, long and far. When I got back, I was like, 'You know what? I need to take a break from traveling.' I took like two days off and decided to stop."</em></p>

<p>For celebrities like Fireboy, travelling is an integral part of their careers, essential for exploring new horizons, gaining fresh perspectives, recharging creative energies, meeting the fans, networking and building their overall brands. However, while it's a necessity, the occasional jet lag and taxing travel routines can take a toll, as <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/fireboy-drops-exciting-new-single-yawa/hh8m9fg">this singer's</a> experience clearly highlights.</p>

Here's Fireboy's least favourite thing about being a celebrity

Nigerian singer Fireboy highlights his least favourite part about being a celebrity

<h2>American singer Ciara and her man Russel Wilson have announced the birth of their third child, a beautiful baby girl named Amora.</h2>

<p>On Monday December 11, 2023, the couple let the world in on their good news with a collaboration Instagram post. Their followers got a first look at the bundle of joy holding on to her parents fingers, dressed in a cute black onesie and a customised beanie bearing her name.</p>

<p>The caption read, "<em>Amora Princess Wilson, 9lbs 1oz, We Love You so much!"</em></p>

<p>Since the announcement, Ciara and her husband have received bouts of congratulatory messages across social media from fans, supporters and social media users at large. The picture of the baby girl garnered lots of 'aww's' in the comment sections, with fans pointing out her adorable features.</p>

<p>Back in August, 2023, Ciara announced her pregnancy in the best way a dancer like herself would...dancing. The captivating silhouette video she posted dancing by the pool had her fans commending her for sticking to her promise. What promise? In March 2022, Russel romantically and publicly asked her for another child, making it clear that he intended to expand their family and she said yes.</p>

<p>He did this while Ciara was hosting the&nbsp;<strong>Ellen DeGeneres Show</strong>&nbsp;by joining her on stage and asking her,<em>&nbsp;"Can we have more babies?"</em> to which she responded,&nbsp;<em>"We definitely can,"</em>&nbsp;later adding, "<em>I'm down to do it again with you,"&nbsp;</em>while laughing.</p>

<p>In total, Ciara, now has four children, her first son, Future Zahir Wilburn from her previous relationship with rapper Future, daughters Amora, Sienna, and son Win, with Russell.</p>

Now ciara and Russel's  blended family has extended by one more [Instagram/Ciara]

<p>Congratulations to the new parents!</p>

They got married in a private wedding in 2016 [Instagram/Ciara]

American singer Ciara and her husband Russel Wilson announce the birth of their third child, a baby girl

It's a girl! Ciara & Russel Wilson welcome baby number 3 to the world

<h2>America's sweetheart Halle Bailey wishes people would realise that actors are human beings too, noting that sometimes harsh comments get to her.</h2>

<p>Bailey teamed up with fellow actress <strong>Rachel Zeglar</strong> for an interview with <strong><em>Variety</em></strong>, speaking on their careers in the film industry and the issues they face. Among the issues discussed was dealing with backlash and hurtful comments on social media, which they have both encountered by virtue of their jobs.</p>

<p>Speaking on how she had to adjust to the negativity, she said, "<em>Of course, we are sensitive human beings, and we are actors. I get my feelings hurt when my cat does not want to sit next to me. That’s what people don’t realise; we’re granted amazing opportunities and able to be seen on massive screens, but there is a dissociation. People start taking you away from being a real human being that has feelings and reacts to things. That was definitely something that I had to navigate. But it turned out to be the most beautiful lesson — to block any naysayers or negativity out."</em></p>

<p>Bailey has faced her fair share of negative comments over the years, but she rarely responds to trolls. However, she has now stated that sometimes keeping her cool is not as easy as it seems; adding that sometimes she wants to clap back.</p>

<p><em>"People say, 'Oh, she’s so sweet. She’s so nice.' But a lot of times when I see stuff online, I get mad. I want to respond, but I’ll just be like, 'No, it’s OK.' The way you’re so graceful and respond, it’s just the most beautiful thing to see. Because it’s hard being women under the spotlight. People are so critical and say anything that they would never say to your face.”</em></p>

Pictures of Bailey returning from what appeared to be a medical appointment with a 'bump' really had people convinced that she was preggers [TMZ]

<p>The singer <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/movies/box-office-the-little-mermaid-swims-to-the-top-with-naira31-million/gpyp9hp">cum actress </a>has recently been exposed to a different level of criticisms ever since the internet caught wind that <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/celebrities/halle-baileys-baby-bump-fuels-pregnancy-rumours/d9b6rlc">she might be pregnant</a>, which she neither confirmed nor denied. Lately, she has been seen wearing free and poofy outfits to events, which people speculate is to conceal 'the baby bump,' and social media users have been extra critical of the potential pregnancy. Even though many have <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/celebrities/chloe-bailey-claps-back-at-trolls-over-sister-halles-pregnancy-rumours/j2x7lxq">consistently slammed her</a> for refusing to confirm or deny the reports, calling out her enhanced features, Bailey has remained classy for the most part.</p>

Halle Bailey, who plays a younger version of Ciara's character, opted for a voluminous tiered red dress for the occasion.

Ibukunoluwa Daramola

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