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Angélique Kidjo feat. Ayra Starr:
🎵 Aye Kan (Are You Coming Back?)

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Hugh Jackman, Adam Lambert, Rachel Brosnahan, Common And Ayra Starr Set For NYC’s Global Citizen NOW Summit
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Hugh Jackman, Adam Lambert, Rachel Brosnahan, Common And Ayra Starr Set For NYC’s Global Citizen NOW Summit

Hugh Jackman, Adam Lambert and Common are set to participate in New York's fifth annual Global Citizen NOW "impact summit" to address poverty.

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Angélique Kidjo feat. Ayra Starr:
🎵 Aye Kan (Are You Coming Back?)

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#Congratulations ✅🎈🥂🎊🍬🎉 to #AyraStarr on winning Best International Act at the 2026 #MOBOAwards
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“MON BÉBÉ” feat. #AyraStarr by #RnBoi

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Frodd is NOT holding back! 😱 The BBNaija star just went nuclear on fans who questioned his comment on Ayra Starr's latest dance video. From "thunder f—re you" to heated insults, the drama is peaking! Is he right to defend himself? #Frodd #AyraStarr

https://validupdates.com/2026/02/frodd-blasts-critics-bbnaija-star-defends-comment-on-ayra-starr-video-post/

Frodd blasts critics: BBNaija star defends comment on Ayra Starr video post

BBNaija’s Frodd lashes out at critics after his comment on Ayra Starr’s dance video sparked outrage. See the heated exchange and his "thunder f—re you" response.

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Frodd blasts critics: BBNaija star defends comment on Ayra Starr video post

​Story Highlights

On February 15, 2026, BBNaija star Chukwuemeka Okoye, known as Frodd, faced intense backlash for a comment on Ayra Starr’s dance video. After asking if she wanted to “get men ara,” critics questioned his marriage. Frodd responded with heated insults, telling one critic “Thunder f—re you” for the judgment.

Image Credit: Instagram/ayrastarr/callme_frodd.

​Nigerian reality TV star Frodd recently sparked a heated online debate following his interaction with singer Ayra Starr. The drama began when the singer shared a video of herself dancing to her hit track “Gimme Dat.”

​Frodd left a comment that many fans found inappropriate for a married man. The remark quickly drew the attention of social media users who felt he overstepped his boundaries.

​The comment that sparked the fire

​Frodd reacted to the clip by questioning the singer’s intentions toward her male audience. His words suggested that her dance moves were designed to drive men into a frenzy.

​”Ayra do you want to get men ara (cr—zy)?” Frodd wrote.

​This single sentence triggered a wave of criticism from users who reminded him of his marital status. One user, ozyforpresident, openly questioned if his wife approved of such public remarks.

​Frodd claps back at critics

​The BBNaija star did not take the criticism lightly and chose to fight back with harsh words. He targeted several users who called him out for being insensitive or “irritating.”

​”Thunder f—re you, for someone in my own industry and field … I can’t make@a simple comment. Ask your entire community. Onyeoma cheta” Frodd replied to one critic.

​He continued his spree by attacking other users who expressed disgust at his behavior. When a user named lily_nomsy called the situation “irritating,” Frodd responded with a biting personal insult.

​”You will forever be ir—tated ezi bida” The reality star declared.

​This aggressive stance from the star surprised many followers. It follows a previous instance where Frodd faced criticism for edited photos during a shoot with his wife last year.

​Industry tension and public reaction

​Frodd defended his comment by claiming his professional ties to the entertainment industry give him some leeway. He argued that he should be able to comment on a colleague’s post without facing such scrutiny.

​Meanwhile, Ayra Starr continues to enjoy a massive wave of success in her career. Her recent triumphs include celebrating huge streaming milestones after releasing only a few singles to the public.

​Fans remain divided over whether Frodd’s reaction was justified or if he should have ignored the trolls. The incident serves as another reminder of the thin line celebrities walk when interacting with their peers on social media.

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Osi Suave slams Grammys: OAP calls for Nigerian boycott over Tyla win

​Story Highlights

On February 2, 2026, Nigerian media personality Osi Suave ignited a social media firestorm by dismissing Tyla’s song “Push 2 Start” as a commercial failure. He explicitly advised Nigerian artists to withdraw from future Grammy consideration, arguing that the award favored a track with zero chart dominance.

Image Credit Left (Osi Suave): Courtesy of Osi Suave/Social Media Right (Tyla): Amy Sussman/Getty Images (2026 Grammy Awards)

​The fallout from the 2026 Grammy Awards has sparked a heated debate within the Nigerian music industry. Prominent On-Air Personality Osi Suave took to X on Monday to voice his frustration regarding the Best African Music category.

​He argued that the winning track by South African singer Tyla did not reflect genuine popularity. His comments have since divided opinion among fans and industry experts alike.

​Osi dismisses song impact

​Osi questioned the merit of Tyla’s song “Push 2 Start” directly. He claimed the track failed to register on major charts or create a cultural wave.

​”Push 2 start was a non starter,” Osi wrote in his post. “The song didn’t even make any impact or go anywhere.”

​He suggested that the metrics used by the Recording Academy did not match reality. This sentiment echoes a broader trend of dissatisfaction, much like when Lil Wayne breaks silence regarding his own frustrations with award bodies this week.

​Call for mass boycott

​The media personality went a step further in his critique. He urged Nigerian musicians to stop seeking validation from the global awards body entirely.

​”At this point, Nigerian artistes should stop submitting their songs for consideration,” he stated.

​Osi insisted that he works in the media and knows the facts. He maintained that no chart data supports the success of Tyla’s song for the year.

​Online backlash ensues

​Critics immediately challenged Osi’s stance. One user, Chylevibes, accused the media personality of bias against a hardworking female artist.

​”Imagine what our top media personalities are doing to a hardworking girl,” Chylevibes replied. “All because it doesn’t favor who they love.”

​Despite the rant, streaming data paints a different picture. “Push 2 Start” amassed over 614 million streams, significantly outpacing Davido’s “With You,” which sat at 212 million.

​This clash highlights the ongoing tension between Nigerian acts and the Grammys. It stands in contrast to celebratory moments, such as when Fela Kuti earns Grammy recognition, which united the continent in pride.

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Wizkid, Davido, Ayra Starr, Rema Earn Nominations at 2026 MOBO Awards: Nigerian music stars have earned notable recognition at the MOBO Awards following the announcement of nominations for the 2026 Music of Black Origin (MOBO) Awards. Organisers confirmed that the awards ceremony will be held on March 26, 2026, at Co-op Live, Manchester, marking the 30th anniversary of the prestigious event dedicated to celebrating Black… http://dlvr.it/TQNPwG #Entertainment #AyraStarr #Davido #Rema #Wizkid

REVEALED: The 3 things Ayra Starr's mum says you should NEVER tolerate in a friendship. 🚩 From "gossip husbands" to energy vampires, she isn't holding back. Are you guilty of keeping friends like this? 👇 #ValidUpdates #AyraStarr #FriendshipRedFlags

https://validupdates.com/2026/01/3-red-flags-ayra-starrs-mum-says-you-should-never-ignore/

3 red flags Ayra Starr's mum says you should never ignore

Ayra Starr's mother reveals the 3 red flags that made her cut off close friends, including leaking secrets and boundary-crossing husbands.

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