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Grammy Awards: Kendrick Lamar breaks Jay-Z’s Record

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American singer, Kendrick Lamar made Grammy history on Sunday night, emerging as the most-awarded rapper of all time after a dominant showing at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards.

The Compton rapper swept all four rap categories at the ceremony. His album GNX won Best Rap Album, while his collaboration with Lefty Gunplay, TV Off, earned Best Rap Song. Lamar’s SZA-assisted hit Luther picked up Best Melodic Rap Performance, and his track with Clipse, Chains & Whips, won Best Rap Performance.

 

Luther also secured one of the night’s top honors, winning Record of the Year.

 

With five wins on the night, Lamar increased his career Grammy tally to 27, surpassing Jay-Z’s previous record of 25 to become the most-awarded rapper in the history of the Recording Academy. Beyoncé, however, continues to hold the overall record as the most-awarded artist ever, with 35 Grammy wins.

 

Elsewhere, British singer Olivia Dean claimed Best New Artist at the 2026 Grammys, beating nominees Leon Thomas, KATSEYE, Addison Rae, and Lola Young. Her victory extended a streak that has seen only women win the category since 2017.

 

Billie Eilish won Song of the Year for Wildflower, marking a record-setting achievement in the category.

 

Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny also made history, as his album Debí Tirar Más Fotos became the first Spanish-language project to win Album of the Year at the Grammys.

 

The night also honored industry impact beyond music, with Pharrell Williams receiving the Dr. Dre Global Impact Award for his influence on culture and creativity worldwide.

Grammy Awards: Davido is being frustrated for refusing to do demonic practice—Cubana Chiefpriest

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Nigerian socialite and nightlife entrepreneur Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, has alleged that singer Davido’s repeated losses at the Grammy Awards are part of a deliberate attempt to pressure him into compromising his personal values.

Cubana Chief Priest made the claim following Davido’s loss to South African star Tyla in the Best African Music Performance category at the 2026 Grammy Awards, held on Sunday.

Reacting in an Instagram post, the socialite suggested that some Western music executives were intentionally frustrating the Afrobeats star in a bid to force him to conform to what he described as “demonic” practices. He, however, praised Davido for standing firm and refusing to yield to such pressure.

Cubana Chief Priest encouraged the singer to remain focused, move past the setback, and continue releasing music for his fans, expressing confidence that Davido’s success would endure.

In his words, he wrote, “Oyibo dey do everything possible to break a strong man so he can do their demonic shit with them, but he will never do it. Heads up, brother, open the bag and drop another hot one for us. E no dey finish, gbedu na water.”

Full list of Grammy winners

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The 68th Annual Grammy Awards took place on Sunday, February 1, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, with South African comedian Trevor Noah returning as host for a sixth consecutive year.

The ceremony opened on a high note as Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande clinched the award for Best Pop/Duo Group Performance with Defying Gravity, setting the tone for a night of standout moments.

 

Kehlani enjoyed a career-defining evening, winning her first-ever Grammy. She took home Best R&B Performance for Folded, which also secured the Best R&B Song award.

 

In the Best African Music Performance category, Nigerian stars Davido, Ayra Starr, and Burna Boy were edged out by South African singer Tyla, whose hit Push 2 Start earned her the prestigious prize, further cementing her growing global profile.

 

American superstars Kendrick Lamar and Lady Gaga were among the night’s biggest winners, each securing multiple awards across major categories.

 

Below is the full list of winners at the 2026 Grammy Awards:

 

2026 Grammy Winners

 

 

 

 

 

Best Dance Pop Recording: Abracadabra – Lady Gaga

 

 

 

Best Music Video: Anxiety—Doechii

 

 

 

Best Rap Song: TV Off—Kendrick Lamar & Lefty Gunplay

 

 

 

Best Melodic Rap Performance: Luther—Kendrick Lamar & SZA

 

 

 

Best Pop/Duo Group Performance: Defying Gravity – Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande

 

 

 

Best R&B Performance: Folded – Kehlani

 

 

 

Best R&B Song: Folded – Kehlani

 

 

 

Best Music Film: Music By John Williams – John Williams

 

 

 

Best Dance/Electronic Recording: End Of Summer – Tame Impala

 

 

 

Best Dance/Electronic Album: EUSEXUA – FKA twigs

 

 

 

Best Rap Performance: Chains & Whips – Clipse, Pusha T & Malice, Kendrick Lamar & Pharrell Williams

 

 

 

Best Global Music Performance: EoO – Bad Bunny

 

 

 

Best Global Music Album: Caetano e Bethânia Ao Vivo – Caetano Veloso & Maria Bethânia

 

 

 

Best African Music Performance: Push 2 Start – Tyla

 

 

 

Best Reggae Album: BLXXD & FYAH – Keznamdi

 

 

 

Best Jazz Vocal Album: Portrait—Samara Joy

 

 

 

Best Musical Theater Album: Buena Vista Social Club

 

 

 

Best Traditional R&B Performance: Vibes Don’t Lie – Leon Thomas

 

 

 

Songwriter of the Year (Non-Classical): Amy Allen

 

 

 

Best Country Solo Performance: Bad As I Used To Be – Chris Stapleton

 

 

 

Best Country Duo/Group Performance: Amen – Shaboozey & Jelly Roll

 

 

 

Best Country Song: Bitin’ List – Tyler Childers

 

 

 

Best Traditional Country Album: Ain’t In It For My Health – Zach Top

 

 

 

Producer of the Year (Non-Classical): Cirkut

 

 

 

Best Alternative Music Album: Songs Of A Lost World – The Cure

 

 

 

Best Remixed Recording: Abracadabra (Gesaffelstein Remix) – Lady Gaga & Gesaffelstein

 

 

 

Best R&B Album: MUTT – Leon Thomas

 

 

 

Best Progressive R&B Album: BLOOM – Durand Bernarr

 

 

 

Best American Roots Performance: Beautiful Strangers – Mavis Staples

 

 

 

Best Americana Album: Big Money—Jon Batiste

 

 

 

Best Americana Performance: Godspeed – Mavis Staples

 

 

 

Best Bluegrass Album: Highway Prayers – Billy Strings

 

 

 

Best Folk Album: Wild and Clear and Blue – I’m With Her

 

 

 

Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song: Hard Fought Hallelujah – Brandon Lake & Jelly Roll

 

 

 

Best Contemporary Christian Music Album: Coritos Vol. 1 – Israel & New Breed

 

 

 

Best Traditional Blues Album: Ain’t Done with the Blues – Buddy Guy

 

 

 

Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album: A Matter of Time – Laufey

 

 

 

Best Recording Package: Tracks II: The Lost Albums—Bruce Springsteen

 

 

 

Best Album Cover: CHROMAKOPIA – Tyler, The Creator

 

 

 

Best Latin Pop Album: Cancionera – Natalia Lafourcade

 

 

 

Best Immersive Audio Album: Immersed – Justin Gray

 

 

 

Best Latin Rock or Alternative Album: PAPOTA – CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso

 

 

 

Best Música Mexicana Album: Palabra De To’s (Seca) – Carín León

 

 

 

Best Tropical Latin Album: Raíces – Gloria Estefan

 

 

 

Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media: Sinner s

 

 

 

Best Score Soundtrack: Sinner s

 

 

 

Best Score Soundtrack for Video Games & Interactive Media: Sword of the Sea

 

 

 

Best Song Written for Visual Media: Golden – K-Pop Demon Hunters

 

 

 

Best Rock Song: As Alive As You Need Me To Be – Nine Inch Nails

 

 

 

Best Rock Album: NEVER ENOUGH – Turnstile

 

 

 

Best Alternative Music Performance: Alone—The Cure

 

 

 

Best Rock Performance: Changes (Live From Villa Park) – YUNGBLUD feat. Nuno Bettencourt, Frank Bello, Adam Wakeman & I

 

 

 

Best Engineered Album (Non-Classical): That Wasn’t A Dream – Pino Palladino & Blake Mills

 

 

 

Best Metal Performance: BIRDS – Turnstile

 

 

 

Best Historical Album: Joni Mitchell Archives Vol. 4 – Joni Mitchell

 

 

 

Best Latin Jazz Album: A Tribute to Benny Moré and Nat King Cole – Gonzalo Rubalcaba, Yainer Horta & Joey Calveiro

 

 

 

Best Arrangement (Instrumental or A Cappella): Super Mario Praise Break – The 8-Bit Big Band

 

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Nigeria’s Davido, Burna Boy lose Grammy to Tyla of South Africa for second consecutive time

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South African singer Tyla has clinched the Best African Music Performance award for the second year in a row, this time with her hit song Push 2 Start.

The 24-year-old artiste edged out Nigeria’s Afrobeats heavyweights, including Davido and Burna Boy, to secure the prize, making her the first performer to win the category twice since it was introduced in 2024.

Tyla had previously claimed the inaugural award last year with her global smash Water, a breakthrough record that propelled her to international stardom.

Her latest victory further underscores her growing influence on the global music scene and cements her status as one of Africa’s most successful young pop exports.

The Best African Music Performance category was established in 2024 to honor recordings that highlight the richness and diversity of African music.

Tyla’s back-to-back wins have drawn widespread attention to her signature sound, which blends amapiano, pop, and R&B in a way that resonates strongly with global audiences.

Push 2 Start, taken from her self-titled debut album Tyla, released in 2024, gained massive traction across streaming platforms and social media, where it inspired viral dance challenges.

The song fuses amapiano rhythms with sleek pop production, exploring themes of romance and self-confidence, further solidifying Tyla’s appeal beyond the African continent.

Epstein files: I knew I would be smeared—Elon Musk cries out

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United States tech billionaire Elon Musk has reacted to the U.S. Department of Justice’s recent release of about 3.5 million files related to late Jeffrey Epstein, using his account on Sunday to strongly deny any wrongdoing and reiterate his call for full disclosure and accountability.

In a lengthy post, the billionaire entrepreneur said he has consistently pushed for the complete release of the Epstein files and for the prosecution of anyone involved in the abuse of children. Musk claimed he anticipated backlash for his stance, alleging that critics and what he described as “legacy media” and “far-left propagandists” would respond by denying allegations, admitting nothing, and making counter-accusations against him.

 

Musk stressed that he never attended Epstein’s parties, never flew on the late financier’s private jet—often referred to as the “Lolita Express”—and never visited Epstein’s private island. He said accusations linking him to Epstein were false and deeply painful but added that he considered the personal cost worth it if it helped expose wrongdoing.

“I knew that I would be smeared relentlessly, despite never having attended his parties or been on his “Lolita Express” plane or set foot on his creepy island or done anything wrong at all.

“Nonetheless, the extreme pain of being accused of being the opposite of who I am was worth it.

 

“The strong must protect those who cannot protect themselves, especially vulnerable children,” Musk wrote, adding that he was willing to endure further attacks to help protect children and ensure justice for victims.

 

The DOJ’s massive document release has renewed public scrutiny of Epstein’s network of associates and reignited debate over transparency and accountability in one of the most controversial criminal cases in recent U.S. history. Musk’s comments come amid heightened online speculation and renewed calls from various quarters for further investigations and prosecutions tied to the files.

‘We’ll find out’—Trump hit back at Khamenei as US warships mass near Iran

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United States President Donald Trump has reacted to a warning by Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, that any military action against Tehran could ignite a wider conflict in the Middle East.

Speaking with reporters on Sunday at Mar-a-Lago, Trump said Khamenei’s remarks were unsurprising but maintained that Washington still hopes to reach an agreement with Iran. He added that the outcome would depend on Tehran’s response, remarking, “We’ll find out whether or not he was right” if Iran’s leaders refuse to cooperate.

 

The president also pointed to the growing U.S. military presence near Iran, saying some of “the most powerful ships in the world” are already in position. Following the deployment of an aircraft carrier strike group, about 10 U.S. warships are now operating in the region, including three destroyers and three littoral combat ships.

 

The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln, accompanied by destroyers and F-35C stealth fighter jets, arrived in the Indian Ocean on January 27. Another U.S. naval asset, the USS Delbert D. Black, docked in Eilat, Israel, on January 30. The buildup mirrors deployments previously seen in the Caribbean ahead of the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro.

 

Meanwhile, at the Pentagon on Friday, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine held talks with Israeli military chief Eyal Zamir amid heightened regional tensions.

 

In Tehran on Sunday, Khamenei accused the United States of quietly seeking control of Iran’s oil and natural gas resources. Addressing supporters during an event marking the anniversary of his 1979 return from exile, which preceded the Iranian Revolution, the 86-year-old leader dismissed recent anti-government protests as an attempted “coup.”

 

“The recent sedition was similar to a coup. Of course, the coup was suppressed,” Khamenei said, insisting that Iran would not bow to external pressure.

Coup plot: I was to be arrested, shot—Nigerian Defense Minister Musa

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The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa, said that he was among the key targets of a foiled coup plot, revealing that the alleged masterminds planned to have him shot if he resisted arrest.

General Musa made the revelation on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, days after the military confirmed that about 16 officers arrested in October would be tried over an alleged attempt to overthrow President Bola Tinubu.

“I was also a target, I am sure you know,” said the minister, who is the immediate past Chief of Defence Staff (CDS). “I was supposed to be arrested, and if I refused, I was supposed to be shot.”

In October, the military announced the arrest of “sixteen officers over acts of indiscipline and breaches of service regulations.” However, authorities later disclosed that further investigations uncovered more serious allegations.

According to the Armed Forces, findings linked some of the officers to an alleged plot to topple the government—acts described as being “inconsistent with the ethics, values, and professional standards required of members of the AFN.”

The Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, said those implicated would be prosecuted.

“Accordingly, those with cases to answer will be formally arraigned before an appropriate military judicial panel to face trial in accordance with the Armed Forces Act and other applicable service regulations,” he stated.

Nigerian Newssphere reports that sixteen officers were indicted after an investigation by the country’s military panel.

BREAKING: IPOB spokesperson Emma Powerful resigns, gives reason

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The spokesperson of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Comrade Emma Powerful, has resigned from his position, citing internal contradictions and recent developments that he said no longer align with his conscience.

Powerful announced his resignation in a statement personally signed by him and made public on Saturday. He said the decision followed deep reflection, consultations, and careful consideration of unfolding events within the movement.

“I hereby announce my resignation from my role as Spokesperson, Media and Publicity Secretary, effective January 31, 2026,” he stated. “This decision was not taken lightly. I have served with commitment, discipline, and loyalty, believing strongly in the ideals of justice, equity, and truth, which originally inspired my involvement.”

He explained that recent internal developments and emerging approaches within IPOB had made it increasingly difficult for him to continue in the role in good conscience.

“The unfolding realities, internal contradictions, and emerging approaches being adopted in recent times have made it difficult for me to proceed. Remaining silent or acting as though all is well would amount to self-betrayal and a departure from the principles I stand for,” he said.

Powerful added that the issuance of his resignation letter marked his final day of making any statements or issuing press releases on behalf of, or in connection with, IPOB. He cautioned that any future publication or communication bearing his name should not be attributed to him.

“I remain grateful to all who believed in my work, supported my efforts, and stood for truth at various times. I wish everyone well as they navigate the path ahead. History will judge us all,” he concluded.

His resignation comes as the separatist group, IPOB, recently stopped him from issuing a statement on its behalf.

 

Govt failure, not snake Bite killed singer Ifunanya Nwangene—Nigerians React

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Nigerians have taken to social media to express outrage over the death of Ifunanya Nwangene, a 26-year-old aspiring singer who reportedly died on Saturday after a snake bite, with many blaming systemic failures in the country’s healthcare sector rather than the incident itself.

Netizens argue that Nwangene’s death could have been avoided if the hospitals she was taken to had antivenom readily available. According to reports, she was rushed to two different medical facilities after being bitten by a snake at her residence in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory, but neither hospital was able to administer antivenom.

Ifunanya, who gained wider attention after participating in The Voice Nigeria in 2021 and later showcased her talent on TikTok, eventually died following the delay in treatment.

Describing the situation as heartbreaking and unacceptable, social media users noted that Nwangene’s case only gained attention because of her online popularity, stressing that similar incidents occur daily across the country without public notice.

Popular health influencer Aproko Doctor said the tragedy highlighted deep-rooted failures in Nigeria’s healthcare system.

“What if I tell you it is not the snake that killed her?” he asked. “Snakes bite people everywhere—in the bush or the city, in India, Australia, or other countries. But people do not die like this.”

He added, “They do not die just because they went to two hospitals and were told to their faces that there was no antivenom in a country where snakes live, in 2026, not 1980 or 1970. Nigeria even has a locally developed antivenom for Nigerian snakes called Echitab. The question is why wasn’t it in the fridges of the hospitals she went to? Simply because we have forgotten the basics.”

Aproko Doctor further criticized government priorities, saying, “Our politicians are building flyovers where ambulances don’t exist. We are focusing on ultramodern hospitals, when primary healthcare centers—the first point of call in any functioning country—should be working.”

Human rights activist and lawyer Dele Farotimi also weighed in, lamenting the decline of Nigeria’s medical institutions.

“The University College Hospital, Ibadan, was the preferred hospital for the Saudi royal family in the late 1950s and 1960s. It was that good,” he said. “But in 2026 Nigeria, lives are being lost because hospitals lack basic antivenins, while our doctors are all abroad.”

An animal and nature enthusiast known as Arojinle echoed similar concerns, stating, “UCH is among the top three medical facilities in Nigeria, yet it does not have antivenom. The same goes for Adeoyo State Hospital, the top state hospital in Ibadan. That is the reality of the country.”

He added, “I know someone who once needed antivenom. They went to 12 pharmacies without success and only found it at the 13th pharmacy.”

The incident has reignited public debate about the state of Nigeria’s healthcare system, particularly the availability of life-saving emergency treatments in hospitals across the country.

Onitsha Main Market: We stand by traders—US-based Igbo veterans back Sit-at-Home on Monday

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The American Veterans of Igbo Descent (AVID), a United States-based nonprofit organization of military veterans of Igbo ancestry, has declared its support for the sit-at-home scheduled for Monday, February 2, 2026, across Nigeria’s Southeast.

In a statement signed by its President, Dr. Sylvester Onyia, and Secretary, Godson Obiagwu, AVID said the action, announced by Emma Powerful on behalf of a faction of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) loyal to its detained leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, represents a peaceful show of unity and protest against what it described as persistent injustices against the Igbo people.

The group praised traders in Onitsha for resisting efforts by Anambra State Governor, Charles Soludo, to discourage the weekly sit-at-home, describing the action as a non-violent means of expressing opposition to marginalization and the continued detention of Kanu.

AVID said its members, as U.S. military veterans of Igbo heritage, regard the sit-at-home as a legitimate form of civic expression, drawing parallels with the resilience shown by the Igbo people during the Biafran War. According to the group, the stance taken by Onitsha traders symbolizes endurance and collective resolve.

The organization urged residents of the former Biafra region to observe the sit-at-home in solidarity, while stressing that participation should remain voluntary and within the bounds of the law.

AVID also renewed its call for the immediate release of Kanu and appealed to the Nigerian government to engage in meaningful dialogue to address grievances in the Southeast.

The group dismissed what it described as conflicting directives from other entities or factions, warning that such actions could undermine unity among Biafrans.

It further called on the international community, including the United States government, to closely monitor developments in the region and support efforts aimed at achieving a peaceful and just resolution.

“AVID commends the Onitsha traders for their courageous rejection of Governor Charles Soludo’s unnecessarily forceful directives aimed at undermining the longstanding Monday sit-at-home tradition, which has served as a non-violent protest against systemic oppression, marginalization, and the unlawful detention of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu.

“We stand shoulder-to-shoulder with them and urge all Biafrans to observe this sit-at-home in solidarity, honoring the sacrifices made for justice and self-determination”, the statement partly reads.

 

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