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Wizkid Features on Jorja Smith’s New Single ‘Alive’ Ahead of Her New Album.

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Nigerian music star Wizkid has reunited with British singer-songwriter Jorja Smith on her newly released single, “Alive,” bringing the pair together again after previous collaborations.

Released on July 2, “Alive” is one of the tracks from Jorja Smith’s forthcoming third studio album, “What Are The Odds”, which is due on August 21. The song blends smooth R&B melodies with subtle Afro-influenced rhythms, creating a relaxed sound that suits both artists. Jorja Smith sets the tone with her soulful vocals before Wizkid steps in with his signature calm delivery, adding a different texture without disrupting the flow of the record.

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The official video, filmed in Paris, matches the song’s easy-going mood. The visual follows Jorja Smith as she dances, sweats, and moves through the streets, parties and hotel rooms of Paris during a sweltering summer night. The tension and energy build continuously throughout the video until she reunites with Wizkid for the song’s final moments. It highlights themes of friendship and connection.

For many Nigerian listeners, Wizkid’s appearance is one of the main reasons the release has attracted attention. He has worked with several international artists over the years while remaining selective about the songs he features on. On “Alive,” he settles naturally into Jorja Smith’s sound while still delivering the style that has earned him global recognition.

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The new single also gives listeners a sense of the direction Jorja Smith is taking on “What Are The Odds”. The 12-track album was produced entirely by P2J, the British-Nigerian producer known for his work across Afrobeats, R&B and pop. According to Jorja Smith, the album grew out of conversations with producer P2J about creating music that leaned further into dance while preserving the honest songwriting that has become central to her work. Besides Wizkid, the only other featured artist on the project is British grime rapper Devlin.

For Wizkid, “Alive” is another international collaboration, but one that feels familiar rather than unexpected. His previous collaborations with Jorga Smith have been well received, and this latest reunion is likely to spark fresh interest from listeners as they count down to the release of her new album next month.

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2Baba Reacts to Viral Romantic Video With Ex-Wife Annie Idibia

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Nigerian music icon Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has responded after a romantic video of him and his ex-wife, Annie Macaulay, resurfaced online and sparked fresh speculation that the former couple had reconciled.

The clip, which circulated widely across social media over the weekend, showed the former couple sharing affectionate moments as they hugged, kissed and danced to 2Baba’s hit song “Amaka” in a night club. Comedian Nasboi was also seen in the video as the trio enjoyed the moment, leading many social media users to believe the footage was recent and that the pair had reconciled.

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Reacting to the rumours, 2Baba dismissed the claims with a brief message on his Instagram page.

“Abeg na old video o”, he wrote, adding laughing emojis.

His response came shortly after Annie also addressed the speculation on her Instagram Stories. The actress cautioned people against believing every post they come across online, explaining that the circulating clips were not new.

“Old videos circulating everywhere, false news everywhere!!! Believe everything u see on SM at ur expense! Wishing everyone a great, fruitful week ahead”, she wrote.

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The resurfaced footage quickly attracted attention because of the history between the pair. 2Baba announced in January 2025 that he and Annie had separated after years of marriage. The announcement marked the end of one of Nigeria’s most closely followed celebrity relationships.

Months after the separation became public, 2Baba began a relationship with Edo State lawmaker Natasha Osawaru. The couple later held a traditional marriage ceremony in July 2025, making the recent circulation of the old nightclub video even more surprising to many followers who assumed it reflected current events.

The viral clip drew renewed attention to 2Baba and Annie’s past relationship, but both parties have since clarified that the footage is old and does not represent a recent development between them.

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Tiwa Savage Reveals Why Her Private Video Was Leaked.

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Award-winning Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage has shared new details about the circumstances surrounding the leak of her private video, saying the incident stemmed from a painful betrayal by someone she trusted.

Speaking during a recent appearance on The Breakfast Club, the Afrobeats star said she later discovered that the video was leaked as part of a bet involving her then-boyfriend and his friends.

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“Apparently, it was a dare between him and his friends,” Savage said, explaining that she learned the truth later. She recalled that her former partner had initially told her the video was accidentally posted while he was trying to save it from Snapchat, but she eventually found out that was not what happened.

Reflecting on the experience, the singer said the revelation left her questioning whether the relationship had been genuine from the beginning.

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“It made me think, ‘Was this person genuine from the beginning?'” she said, adding that the betrayal was more painful because it came from someone she trusted.

Savage admitted that, for a long time, she tried to hide how deeply the incident affected her.

“I never really dealt with it. I made jokes about it and even put it in my music, but I was actually a victim,” she said, explaining that she now recognises the emotional impact the incident had on her.

The singer also dismissed claims that the leak was a publicity stunt, insisting she would never deliberately put herself through such an experience. She added that pursuing legal action became emotionally exhausting because it meant repeatedly reliving the ordeal.

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Savage revealed that the experience has also changed how she approaches her personal life. She explained that she is now more cautious about privacy and avoids meeting romantic partners in places where she cannot control the environment, citing concerns about hidden cameras and the need to protect herself and her family.

The private video first surfaced online in 2021 after Savage revealed she was being blackmailed over the clip. At the time, she refused to pay those demanding money to stop its release, saying she would not allow herself to be controlled through extortion.

Years after the incident, Savage says she now recognises the emotional toll it took on her, describing herself as a victim and reflecting on how the experience changed the way she approaches trust, privacy and relationships.

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First Look At ‘Children of Blood and Bone’: Star-Studded Cast Brings Tomi Adeyemi’s World to Life.

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Fans have their first official look at Children of Blood and Bone, as Entertainment Weekly released a collection of official images from the highly anticipated fantasy film. The photographs offer the first glimpse of the cast in character, introducing audiences to the Kingdom of Orïsha and the major figures who will bring Tomi Adeyemi’s bestselling novel to the big screen.

The newly released images offer a closer look at the world of Orïsha and some of its central characters. Thuso Mbedu appears as Zélie Adebola with her distinctive white hair and simple earth-toned clothing, reflecting the character’s humble background. Regina King is introduced as Queen Nehanda, seated on an ornately carved throne in royal attire, while Chiwetel Ejiofor makes his first appearance as King Saran in dark ceremonial robes. Another image features Cynthia Erivo as Admiral Kaea in battle armour, reinforcing the character’s military role. The photographs also reveal wide desert landscapes, large palace interiors and African-inspired architecture that shape the setting of the film.

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Directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood, the adaptation is based on Tomi Adeyemi’s 2018 novel, the first book in the Legacy of Orïsha trilogy. Set in a fictional African-inspired kingdom, the story follows Zélie Adebola as she embarks on a dangerous journey to restore magic after it is wiped out by a ruthless monarchy.

Leading the cast is South African actress Thuso Mbedu as Zélie, alongside Tosin Cole as her older brother, Tzain. Amandla Stenberg stars as Princess Amari, while Damson Idris plays Prince Inan. Chiwetel Ejiofor and Regina King portray King Saran and Queen Nehanda, the rulers whose actions shape the fate of Orïsha.

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The ensemble also includes Viola Davis, Cynthia Erivo, Idris Elba, Lashana Lynch, Richard Mofe-Damijo, Temi Fagbenle, Bukky Bakray, Zackary Momoh, Saniyya Sidney, Diaana Babnicova, Pamilerin Ayodeji, Shamz Garuba, Kola Bodunde and Nigerian singer Ayra Starr, who makes her feature film debut. The cast has attracted attention since it was announced, bringing together award-winning actors and emerging talent from across Africa, the United States.

Children of Blood and Bone is scheduled to be released in cinemas on January 15, 2027, with Paramount Pictures distributing the film worldwide.

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With the first-look images now public, audiences have their earliest view of how key characters such as Zélie, King Saran, Queen Nehanda and Admiral Kaea will appear on screen. The images also provide an early look at the film’s costume design, production design and the visual interpretation of Orïsha ahead of its release.

 

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