YBNL boss Olamide Adedeji, popularly known as Olamide, has spoken in defence of Yoruba culture and tradition.

What he said

At a private screening of 'Ose Dudu', a new film produced by his friend, actress Sotayo Gaga, on Tuesday, 3 November 2026, Olamide was asked about the traditional black soap of the same name, which some people associate with spiritual or diabolical practices. In a video from the event, he said Yoruba culture and tradition are not diabolical and should not be demonised, and that people should be proud of who they are and where they come from. He said he would not hesitate to use the soap if someone offered it to him.

Background

Ose dudu, or black soap, is widely used across West Africa for skin care and is made from natural ingredients such as plantain skins, cocoa pods and palm oil. In some contexts it is also prepared with herbs for traditional spiritual purposes, which has led to suspicion among some religious people. Olamide is one of Nigeria's most influential rappers and record label owners, and has launched the careers of several stars.

How people reacted

Many fans praised Olamide for standing up for African heritage, while others said they would still be careful with traditional products associated with spiritual rites.

Street-pop star Zlatan Ibile has delighted fans with a video of him teaching his father-in-law his famous dance moves.

What happened

The clip, which spread online on Tuesday, 3 November 2026, was reportedly filmed at a welcome party for family and friends in Marrakesh, Morocco, where Zlatan and his wife, Davita, are holding their white wedding this weekend. In the video, Zlatan takes to the dance floor with his wife's father and breaks into his trademark 'Gbeseh' legwork. The older man gamely copies the moves as guests cheer.

Background

Zlatan and Davita recently held a high-profile wedding ceremony in Nigeria. The singer's new song 'Inferno', featuring Peruzzi and Shoday, recently topped the Apple Music Nigeria chart and has been seen as a response to activist VeryDarkMan, who criticised the wedding. Davido publicly congratulated Zlatan on the song's success.

Davido on the dance floor

Davido was among the celebrities at the welcome party, and a video of him dancing between two female guests also went viral, drawing playful reactions from fans.

How fans reacted

Fans praised the father-in-law for his enthusiasm and described the moment as heartwarming. Many said it showed a good relationship between Zlatan and his in-laws, and looked forward to seeing pictures from the white wedding.

Rapper Odumodublvck, real name Tochukwu Ojogwu, has made a controversial claim about how some musicians chase success in Nigeria's competitive music industry.

What he said

Speaking on a podcast, in comments shared on Tuesday, 3 November 2026, the rapper said getting a hit song is not easy and that some people even turn to spiritual practices, popularly called 'jazz', to get one. He said this is why some artists appear to struggle badly when they cannot get a hit. He did not name any artist or provide evidence for the claim.

Praise for the big three

Odumodublvck praised Burna Boy, Wizkid and Davido, saying their ability to release successful songs consistently for years deserves respect. He noted that some artists never get a single hit in their entire careers.

Background

Odumodublvck rose to fame with his 2023 hit 'Declan Rice' and is known for bold statements. Earlier this week he drew mockery after claiming that Nigerians did not know Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice until he released the song. Claims about artists using spiritual help for success are a long-running topic of gossip in Nigerian entertainment, but they are rarely backed by evidence.

How people reacted

Fans were divided. Some said the claim reflected what many people already suspect, while others accused the rapper of spreading rumours and said hard work and talent explain most hits.

American hip-hop artist Rayven Tyler has sparked conversation about relationships after sharing her experience of dating women and admitting that she now understands some of the challenges men face.

What she said

According to the artist, her personal experiences have given her a different perspective on dating, and made her appreciate what many men go through when trying to keep their relationships going.

"After dating women for so long, I just want to say I get it now, men, and I'm sorry. Now I know what you guys are passing through," she reportedly said.

Why it struck a chord

For years, men have complained about the pressures they face in relationships, from managing emotional expectations to dealing with misunderstandings and trying to keep their partners happy.

Tyler's statement suggests that her own dating experiences have helped her see some of those complaints from a different angle. What makes her comments particularly interesting is that she is speaking from her own experience of dating women, a perspective that has drawn plenty of attention.

Her remarks have opened a wider discussion about emotional expectations, communication and the difficulties that sometimes come with understanding a partner.

Every relationship is different

Relationship experiences differ from person to person, and her comments reflect her own perspective rather than the behaviour of all women.

Over to you

Does dating women give women a better understanding of what men experience in relationships, or does everything depend on the individual involved?