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Aduke Gold, Renowned Gospel Singer Passes Away
The gospel music community is in mourning following the death of rising star Aduke Ajayi, known professionally as Aduke Gold.
The announcement of her passing was made on Tuesday by fellow gospel artist Esther Igbeke, who shared a tribute on social media, featuring a photo of Aduke Gold with the caption: “A general has fallen. RIP.”
Aduke Gold’s death comes shortly after the passing of another renowned gospel singer, Egbin Orun, who died on April 28, 2024. Esther Igbekele had previously confirmed Orun’s death via Instagram.
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Aduke Gold, despite the highly competitive gospel music scene, made a notable impact with her uplifting songs and fervent dedication, which garnered her a growing fanbase.
Her hit single, “Nitori 0go” (translated as ‘Because of Glory’), from her acclaimed eight-track album, achieved viral success on social media.
In sharing her journey on Instagram, Aduke Gold spoke about her early struggles, including selling slippers, yam, and fried fish.
She also detailed her experiences working at a frozen foods store and cooking with firewood due to a shortage of kerosene.
Overcoming significant personal hardships, including being orphaned at age four and suffering from severe vertigo, she channeled these challenges into her music career.
Aduke Gold’s academic achievements paralleled her musical success. She received a degree in History and International Relations from Lagos State University, supported by a scholarship from Hon. Opeyemi Bamidele, then Commissioner for Youths and Sports in Lagos State.
Additionally, she earned a higher degree in Child Psychology, a Diploma in Montessori Education from the UK, and various qualifications in Special Education, Aquaculture, Cake Making, Cookery and Decoration, Music Rudiments, Business, and Piano.
Her commitment extended beyond music, focusing on assisting children with special needs, including autism, cerebral palsy, and dyslexia.
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DJ Cuppy Hints On Quitting Career
Nigerian disc jockey, Florence Otedola, widely known as DJ Cuppy, has hinted at stepping away from her career as a disc jockey.
In a recent post on her X account, she shared that while DJing has always been her passion, this year she has been feeling the urge to evolve and create a greater impact.
“DJing is my passion, but tbh this year has felt like a whole new experience, like I’m meant to level up and make a bigger impact.. Only God knows what’s next,” she shared.
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Taking to the comment section, a fan urged her to start djing again, adding that he dislikes the new her.
“Start DJing again. I have missed your vibes on IG. I don’t like the new you at all,” he wrote.
DJ Cuppy replied, “I don’t like the old me at all.”
The music star recently dropped a gospel mixtape following her baptism earlier this year. She stated that she created the mixtape under divine inspiration and guidance.
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Alex Iwobi Drops Second Single “What’s Luv?”
Fulham midfielder, Alex Iwobi has expanded his creative pursuits, releasing a second single titled “What’s Luv?”.
This follows the success of his debut track “Don’t Shoot”, marking Iwobi as the first Premier League footballer to enter the music scene with his name and face attached to his music.
Known for his skill on the pitch with over 260 top-flight appearances, Iwobi is now sharing his off-field passion with fans and listeners.
“Music has always been a passion of mine,” Iwobi shared. “It’s a way for me to express myself away from football. Music is a great tool, and I’ve always used it as a productive way to share how I feel.”
Iwobi, who grew up in a challenging area of London, said he wants his music to inspire young people to focus on positive goals, showing them they don’t need to fit into one mold. Through his community work and his creative projects, Iwobi aims to provide a message of resilience and self-expression.
“Growing up, I know how hard it can be,” he said. “Alongside the work we do in the community, I hope that my music shows young people they can pursue different passions. Creating music doesn’t take anything away from my football; it actually helps me switch off.”
With “What’s Luv?”, Iwobi continues to encourage a positive narrative for youth, using his platform as both a Premier League player and a musician to inspire others to follow their dreams and make productive choices.
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Megan Thee Stallion Confirms To Sleeping With Tory Lanez
American rapper Megan Thee Stallion has revealed she had a sexual relationship with Canadian rapper Tory Lanez before their fallout.
Recall that Lanez was sentenced to 10 years in prison in August last year after being convicted in December 2022 of assault with a semi-automatic firearm and two other felonies for shooting Megan in the feet following a party at Kylie Jenner’s house in 2020.
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In Nneka Onuorah’s new documentary, ‘Megan: In Her Words,’ which premieres on Oct. 31 on Prime Video, Megan admitted to initially lying about her intimacy with Lanez but later acknowledged that they had been intimate on a few occasions.
She added, however, that these encounters happened under the influence of alcohol.
“I lied to Gayle King, b*tch, she was always gonna talk about the shooting, why’d you tryna ask me if I’m f*cking Tory, even if I was I f*cked a n*gga like once, maybe twice on a drunk night,” he said.