Nigerian singer Ugoccie has stated that she has never resorted to creating drama to maintain her relevance in the music industry. She emphasizes the importance of talent and authenticity, asserting that her music is what truly represents her career.

The article discusses the evolving role of deejays, highlighting how their reputation once relied on their ability to select the right music and read the crowd without verbal communication. It reflects on a time when the focus was solely on the music rather than the deejay's performance, questioning the current trend of deejays dancing during their sets.

The running mate to Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has said the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) will expose individuals he described as liars and grandstanders, according to PM News Nigeria. He also urged political actors to compete fairly by marketing their own competencies rather than engaging in mudslinging, arguing that it makes little sense to destroy an opponent offering a similar product when one has something to sell.

King Misuzulu kaZwelithini has dismissed Prince Thulani kaGqikazi Zulu from his roles as the spokesperson for the Zulu royal family and the King, following the emergence of a leaked voice note in which the prince criticized former head of the King's private office, Zanemvula Ndamase, regarding a meeting with President Cyril Ramaphosa. The King has also prohibited Prince Thulani from entering all royal palaces immediately.

Ikechukwu Amaechi expresses disappointment in Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu, for his comments on the state of the nation during an appearance on Arise Television. Amaechi acknowledges Onanuga's role as the president's spokesperson, which involves defending controversial positions, but criticizes his perceived insensitivity to national issues.

Lieutenant General Sam Okiding, the Deputy Chief of Defence Forces, urged senior military officers to move beyond traditional combat operations and adopt strategic thinking to address modern global security challenges. His comments were made during the conclusion of a five-day Strategic Exercise (STRATEX 26) this week.