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“Don’t Relocate to Africa, the Economy Is in Shambles – Davido”
Afrobeats superstar Davido, whose real name is David Adeleke, has advised African-Americans against relocating to Africa in response to Donald Trump’s re-election as President of the United States.
Speaking on the Big Homies House podcast, Davido addressed the growing trend of African-Americans expressing a desire to leave the U.S. following Trump’s political victory.
While acknowledging the appeal of Africa’s rich culture and growing global influence, he cautioned that the realities on the continent might not align with their expectations.
“It’s not cool back home. The economy now is in shambles,” Davido remarked, shedding light on the struggles faced by many African nations.
He pointed out how economic instability, widespread poverty, and limited opportunities make life challenging for millions of people across the continent.
The Nigerian artist, known for using his music to showcase African culture, emphasized that his comments were not intended to discourage interest in Africa.
Instead, he wanted to paint a realistic picture of the current situation.
Davido stressed that entertainment is one of the few sectors making Africa appear more appealing on the global stage.
He explained that music, film, and other creative industries have become a smokescreen, often masking the economic and social challenges facing the continent.
“Entertainment is what’s giving Africa a smokescreen to make it look good,” he noted, noticing the stark contrast between the continent’s vibrant cultural output and its harsh economic realities.
Nigerian rapper Zlatan Ibile has announced his upcoming wedding celebration with his longtime partner, Davita Lamai.
The couple revealed that their wedding celebration will take place on October 24, 2026, in a pre-wedding video shared on social media.
The video featured a voice-over from one of their children, who spoke about the love and support their parents have shown each other while reflecting on their family life.
Zlatan and Davita have been together for several years and share children. Their wedding announcement has since attracted congratulatory messages from fans, who are looking forward to the couple’s celebration.
The announcement comes after reports of a private civil ceremony earlier in 2026, with the upcoming event expected to mark another celebration of their union.
It’s a new month, which means K-drama fans have more series to add to their watchlists.
October 2026 brings a range of new Korean dramas, from romance and comedy to medical stories, mysteries and thrillers. Some have already premiered, while others are scheduled to arrive later in the month.
Here are 11 K-dramas to look out for this October:
- Your Personal Taxi
- Between Steps
- Take Charge of My Heart
- Doctor X
- 100 Days of Deception
- Make Me Tingle
- Love in Disguise
- Final Table
- Oh! My Guard
- Dead-End Job
- The Perfect Lie
Several global music stars began their careers while they were still teenagers, growing up in the spotlight as their songs gained popularity around the world.
Justin Bieber is one of the best-known examples. He rose to fame as a teenager after his music videos attracted attention online. Selena Gomez also became a household name at a young age through acting and music.
Here are 10 singers who achieved fame early in their lives:
- Justin Bieber – Rose to international fame as a teenager with songs such as “Baby.”
- Selena Gomez – Gained early recognition through acting before building a successful music career.
- Miley Cyrus – Became famous as a teenager through Hannah Montana and later released hit songs.
- Taylor Swift – Began her music career as a teenager and became known for country songs such as “Our Song.”
- Billie Eilish – Gained international attention as a teenager with “Ocean Eyes.”
- Rihanna – Rose to fame as a teenager with her debut single “Pon de Replay.”
- Ariana Grande – First became known through acting before establishing herself as a pop singer.
- Britney Spears – Became a global pop sensation as a teenager with “…Baby One More Time.”
- Shawn Mendes – Gained attention as a teenager by sharing song covers online before releasing his own music.
- Olivia Rodrigo – Built an acting career while young before achieving major music success with “drivers license.”
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