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DJ Cuppy Receives N2.8b Mansion As Birthday Present From Dad
By Funmilayo Olusanya
London-based disc jockey and singer, Florence Otedola, aka Cuppy who turned 30 on Friday was left in total shock as she received a country home worth £5,000,000 (N2.8Billion) birthday present from her billionaire dad Femi Otedola.
This was revealed in a Whatsapp conversation with her dad which she shared on her official Instagram page on Friday.
DJ Cuppy started the WhatsApp discussion by inquiring about her father’s memory of her birthday.
Femi Otedola quickly responded that he could never forget because he had already prepared an enormous birthday present for DJ Cuppy.
In honor of her daughter, Femi Otedola said that he had given the order for DJ Cuppy to receive a £5,000,000 country estate (big mansion) from Barclays Bank as a gift for turning 30.
When reacting, DJ Cuppy was rendered speechless because she could not foresee it happening and, so, was completely taken aback.
Meanwhile, contrary to popular belief, Cuppy chose not to celebrate her birthday by throwing a party.
She stated that she is thankful to God for everything she has been able to accomplish thus far.
She wrote on social media, “Yes, Lord, you did it again. You gave me another year. Happy 30th birthday to me!
“Earlier this year, I decided that I wouldn’t do some silly lavish cuppy party but instead, enter my new age in prayer and surrounded by family only.
“For once, I am going to clap for myself and say I am so proud of all I have accomplished and so excited for the joy my 30s will bring.
“Happy birthday, incredible Cuppy, ME!”
Recall that Cuppy and the rest of her family recently gathered on the largest boat in the world to celebrate her father’s 60th birthday. In actuality, the family is still sailing the open seas.
Cuppy has performed as a DJ at a number of noteworthy occasions, including the Financial Times Business of Luxury Summit, Tatler and Christie’s Art Ball, and the MTV Africa Music Awards (South Africa) (Mexico).
She has collaborated on songs throughout her singing career with artists like Tekno, Rema, Fireboy DML, Teni, Sarkodie, Skuki, and Zlatan.
She was born into affluence but is also philanthropic and has shown a passion for assisting the less fortunate. She has collaborated with Save The Children UK through her Cuppy Foundation, and since 2021, she has made significant financial contributions to numerous nonprofit organizations in Nigeria.
See screenshots of the conversation below:
The public dispute between renowned singer Timi Dakolo and Pastor Femi Lazarus has intensified, with Dakolo now accusing the Light Nation Church founder of profiting from ministry teachings.
The controversy first erupted when the two clashed over whether gospel artistes should charge fees for performing at church events.
Pastor Lazarus, in a widely circulated video, argued that gospel musicians should not demand payment for ministering, insisting that they should trust God for provision rather than seeking financial gain.
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According to him, gospel artistes are not mere entertainers but ministers of the gospel.
Dakolo, however, pushed back against this view, accusing pastors of pressuring gospel singers to offer their services for free.
He defended their right to earn a living, pointing out the financial responsibilities they face.
He also suggested that instead of expecting professional gospel musicians to perform without payment, pastors should focus on developing their church choirs.
Clarifying his stance, Dakolo stated that his response was made out of respect and love. He emphasized that, while he grew up in the church, he does not identify as a gospel artist.
However, he then shifted the discussion by accusing Pastor Lazarus of charging students for enrollment in his ministry school, which provides Christian teachings.
According to Dakolo, the school’s enrollment fee is approximately $150 per student, with about 1,000 students reportedly registered. He backed up his claims by sharing a screenshot that allegedly details the fee structure.
He criticized the pastor for monetizing what he described as a “freely given gift and revelation.”
“All this was said in love and with respect, sir. I am not a gospel artist but a Christian raised in church. Let’s not shift the goal post,” Dakolo stated.
“By your definition, if anyone charges to minister, they are not gospel artists; they are performers. And by that definition, if any preacher charges to teach and minister, they are merchants of hope and motivational speakers too.”
Questioning the structure of the ministry school, he added:
“Sir, you are charging as low as $150 per person for your school of ministry, teaching and preaching Jesus, probably having as much as 1,000 students. Let’s do the maths. You even have premium and standard for God’s house? Are you not selling the gift and revelation freely given to you? Again, let’s not keep shifting the goal post.”
Nigerian singer Orezi has sparked discussions on relationship dynamics after revealing that he once received ₦30 million from a woman who simply admired him.
Speaking in an interview on The Echoroom, the Rihanna crooner recounted the unexpected experience, explaining that the generous woman, whom he met in Abuja, sent him the money the day after they had fun at a club.
“The highest amount of money I’ve received from a woman? I don’t want to mention the amount I received, but okay. It was 30 million Naira, back in Abuja. I wasn’t married to her or anything, she just liked me.”
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Orezi emphasized that the money was given freely, without him asking or being in a committed relationship with the woman.
“It’s not like I needed money, I have money, but she just gave me. We weren’t dating, but we had something going on. I was shocked, I can’t lie.”
The singer also pointed out that men, especially celebrities, sometimes receive financial gifts from admirers, just as attractive women often benefit from admiration.
“A lot of artistes enjoy things like that, it’s a normal thing. The same way pretty women enjoy pretty privileges; men enjoy it too. In fact, there was a friend I had in university whose school fees and provisions were handled by a woman. It’s a topic swept under the carpet a lot; women do things for men a lot.”
Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Wizkid has expressed his delight with the Super Eagles’ preparation ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Rwanda in Kigali.
The team, now under the leadership of newly appointed head coach Eric Chelle, held its first training session on Tuesday afternoon as they gear up for the crucial encounter.
Reacting to the squad’s intensity in training, Wizkid took to his X handle on Wednesday to praise the new-look Super Eagles.
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“New Super Eagles team! Love the energy,” he tweeted.
The Super Eagles will take on Rwanda at the Amahoro Stadium on Friday, March 21, with kickoff scheduled for 5 PM Nigerian time.
The team will then return to Nigeria to face Zimbabwe in Uyo on Tuesday.
With their World Cup hopes on the line, the Eagles will be aiming to secure maximum points from both fixtures to strengthen their chances of qualifying for the 2026 tournament.
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