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A beloved Rockville, Maryland rapper, Lil Xelly real name Elijah Johnson has died, according to reports. He was 24. Lil Xelly, who broke through in recent years after grinding away on soundcloud, died on Thursday, January 16th, 2024, reports DC Artists TV. No cause of death has been released for the prolific young rapper. News of two separate shootings in Rockville sparked speculation, but the identity of the victims have not been released by law enforcement. Lil Xelly started recording music as a middle schooler, initially putting out tapes on Spinrilla. But it wasn’t until he found soundcloud and started…

Rapper Medikal has shared insight into his close friendship with Shatta Wale, whom he considers his “realest” friend. Speaking on TV3 in an interview with Anita Akufo Addo, Medikal opened up about the bond they share, which has drawn admiration from fans. “That’s my blood, the realest. He’s always been there for me,” Medikal said when asked about their relationship. He praised Shatta Wale’s character, explaining, “He’s real, honest, and loyal. He keeps it 100% with me and doesn’t hide anything. I reciprocate that energy. It’s natural.” The conversation later turned to Medikal’s personal life, particularly rumors about him fathering…

TikTok star Ama Official has sparked controversy following reports that she has moved her boyfriend into an apartment rented for her by compassionate TikTok users. According to sources, the gesture was part of an initiative by benevolent TikTokers who came together to support Ama by renting a chamber and hall self-contained apartment for her and even providing daily upkeep money to ensure her well-being. However, their goodwill has reportedly taken an unexpected turn as Ama’s boyfriend is now said to be residing with her in the apartment. The news has generated mixed reactions online, with many expressing disappointments over her…

Shatta Wale, the popular Ghanaian dancehall artist, recently made waves after securing an impressive win of over GH¢300,000 from Betway’s Aviator game. The musician shared his victory on social media, posting a screen recording of his winning attempt on X (formerly Twitter). The post quickly went viral, garnering congratulations and reactions from his fans and followers. Shatta Wale’s GH¢300k win, which came from a stake of GH¢5,000, has certainly caught the public’s attention. The Aviator game, a crash iGaming virtual plane game, involves players strategically flying a virtual plane. Shatta Wale’s plane flew up to 42.85 times, leading to his…

The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld a law that could lead to a nationwide ban of TikTok unless its China-based parent company, ByteDance, sells the platform by Sunday, January 19. The court’s decision came after TikTok’s final appeal was rejected, ruling that the ban does not violate the First Amendment. The law in question, the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, was signed by President Joe Biden last April. It mandates that ByteDance divest its U.S. operations or face a ban due to national security concerns over the potential for the Chinese government to access personal data and…

Ghanaian media personality and celebrated host of Ekwanso Dwoodwoo on Okay FM, Abeiku Santana, recently shared a light-hearted moment on his show, expressing his playful aspiration to become the Deputy Managing Director of Despite Media. During a light-hearted discussion with a colleague, Abeiku, who is a former NDC parliamentary aspirant jokingly said “I want to be the Deputy MD of Despite Media. Kennedy Osei will be under me,” sparking laughter in the studio. His remarks come amidst President Mahama’s ongoing appointments to government, blending humor with the current political climate. Watch the video below.. READ ALSO: Refused A UK Visa?…

Ghanaian actress and entrepreneur Tracey Boakye turns 34 today and her husband decided to surprise her to make the day memorable. In a video shared online, Tracey Boakye appeared visibly emotional and excited as her husband unveiled the surprise. The elaborate celebration featured balloons, decorations, and a beautiful birthday cake that seemed to have carefully planned by her husband. Despite the romantic effort, some social media users were quick to express scepticism, with accusations flying that Tracey Boakye herself orchestrated the entire surprise. Critics claim that her reaction seemed overly rehearsed and lacked genuine surprise. One comment read, “This is…

Ghanaian rapper Eno Barony, popularly known as the “Rap Goddess,” has shared her thoughts on what truly defines success in the music industry. Despite winning several accolades, including the Best Rap Performance of the Year at the 2021 Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA), Eno believes awards are not the ultimate measure of an artist’s impact. In a recent interview with graphic showbiz, Eno highlighted the importance of focusing on the influence and reach of an artist’s work rather than the trophies they collect. “I’ve seen artists who haven’t won awards, yet their music has transformed lives, sparked meaningful conversations, and…

A dramatic paternity dispute has surfaced on social media, as a man, identified only as Jack Berry has taken to the internet to clear his name following allegations made against him by Blankson, a woman he has been with for over nine years. In a post that has gone viral, the man revealed that a DNA test conducted on the child in question proved that he is not the biological father. Despite this evidence, he disclosed that Caroline and her family continue to spread negative and false narratives about him. “I never wanted to do this, but sometimes you pay…

Ghanaian tiktok star, Efya Dragon who is currently undergoing treatment for an unknown illness is suffering from spiritual complications of eating a cat. That’s according to a Ghanaian tiktoker, Ghana Plus TV, who recorded a video response to Efya Dragon after news of her illness emerged. Efya told Sammykay, who broke the news, that she was not sure what exactly is wrong with her. She said she’s sick and visited the hospital but even doctors cannot tell her what the problem is. Reacting to her claims, Ghana Plus TV said Efya is suffering from the consequences of killing and eating…