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Simi under scrutiny as old tweets spark child abuse allegations

Simi is facing an official probe by Nigeria’s anti trafficking agency after old tweets resurfaced linking her to alleged inappropriate conduct at her mother’s daycare, claims she has strongly denied.
By Jael Wakesho 2026-02-25 14:03:24
Influencer Tara Woodcox faces outrage after showing on TikTok how to wash underwear in a hotel coffee maker, sparking calls for hygiene accountability and a potential $1 million lawsuit.
By Molly Chebet 2026-02-25 11:47:44
As fans traded barbs online and tensions spilled into the streets, Eko Dydda took to social media to remind artistes that hip hop was never meant to self-destruct.
By Manuel Ntoyai 2026-02-24 12:16:00
A man in Lagos was beaten by residents after attempting to jump into the Atlantic Ocean upon learning of his wife’s affair, sparking outrage and debate over mental health and public shaming.
By Molly Chebet 2026-02-24 12:06:17
Burks pleaded guilty to second-degree murder, computer larceny of over Sh 2.6m and felony firearm possession in a case that shocked the medical community.
By Joan Oyiela 2026-02-24 11:49:06
Tourette’s syndrome activist John Davidson has defended himself after shouting an obscenity during the British Academy Film Awards, as organisers apologised.
By Molly Chebet 2026-02-24 10:46:17
Willy Paul has sparked fresh debate after declaring he feels lost and suggesting he may return to gospel music, drawing mixed reactions from fans and fellow artistes.
By Manuel Ntoyai 2026-02-24 10:24:55
As criticism mounted, Simi took to social media to clarify, insisting her decade-old tweets were being twisted to fit “false narratives.”
By Manuel Ntoyai 2026-02-23 14:36:00
American YouTuber Mr Beast has built ten new classrooms and continues a school feeding programme at Nyakichiwa Primary School in Bomet, improving attendance and delighting pupils.
By Molly Chebet 2026-02-23 14:17:34
Rapper Toxic Lyrikali was attacked and his car vandalised by a group in Kiamaiko, Nairobi, days after escalating a lyrical feud with Buruklyn Boyz.
By Molly Chebet 2026-02-23 11:51:41
The singer accused her former partner of publicly celebrating milestones he does not privately support.
By Manuel Ntoyai 2026-02-23 10:21:00
Pastor Charles Wachira has resigned from JCM USA, citing leadership concerns and moral discomfort after the church hosted President Ruto, sparking debate among congregants online.
By Raymond Muthee 2026-02-22 13:28:46