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‘I See Them as Brothers’ Tems Explains Why She Avoids Dating Nigerian Celebrities.

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Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Temilade  Openiyi, widely known as Tems, has explained why she is not interested in dating Nigerian male celebrities.
During an interview at the BET Awards over the weekend, Tems was asked if she would consider making the first move to approach Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye.
In her response, Tems acknowledged that she is familiar with Okoye but emphasised that they have never met in person.
She noted that sharing a cultural background makes it challenging for her to view him romantically.
Tems explained that she refrains from dating Nigerian celebrities because she has close bonds with many of them and considers her male colleagues more like family than potential partners.
“I know who Maduka Okoye is, but I don’t know him personally. I wish I did, though. But making the first move? We don’t do that over here. We Nigerian celebrities are friends and like one big family. I see my male colleagues as brothers,” she states

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DopeNation Pledges GH¢1,000 to Families Affected by Accra Floods

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Ghanaian music group DopeNation has announced a humanitarian initiative to support families affected by the devastating floods that struck parts of Accra on Monday, June 29, 2026.

The award-winning twin brothers revealed that they will donate GH¢1,000 each to selected flood-affected families in some communities across the capital. According to the duo, the funds will be drawn from proceeds generated from their ongoing Europe tour.

The musicians said the initiative is intended to provide some relief to victims who lost loved ones, homes and valuable belongings during one of the worst flooding incidents to hit the Greater Accra Region this year.

Sharing the announcement on their official Facebook page, DopeNation expressed sympathy to all those impacted by the disaster and called on Ghanaians to unite in support of affected families.

“Dear friends, the floods in our homes resulting in the loss of life and valuable property aren’t just here to break us but to remind us of how strong we should be as one people with love. We intend to give 1000 cedis each to several victims and families affected in some parts of Accra from our Europe tour proceeds. This won’t solve the problem neither will it bring back the lives and property, but will at least ease some tension amongst us. With love, DopeNation,” the statement read.

The group acknowledged that the financial assistance cannot replace the lives lost or restore the property destroyed, but expressed hope that it would ease the burden on some of the affected families as they begin to rebuild their lives.

The announcement has been welcomed by many fans on social media, with several users commending the musicians for using their platform and tour earnings to support communities in need.

The donation follows the torrential rains that triggered widespread flooding across several parts of the Greater Accra Region on June 29. The floods claimed at least 13 lives, displaced numerous residents and caused significant damage to homes, businesses, vehicles and other property.

Emergency response teams, including the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) and other state agencies, have since been working to provide relief to victims while assessing the full extent of the destruction.

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R2Bees Set to Embark on International Tour, Bringing Ghanaian Music to Global Audiences

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Ghanaian music duo is gearing up to expand their reach to international audiences with their highly anticipated “Refuse To Be Over Tour,” despite recent changes to their North American schedule.

The award-winning duo, consisting of Omar Sterling (Faisal Hakeem) and Mugeez (Rashid Mugeez), continues to solidify their reputation as one of Ghana’s most successful musical exports. They have performances lined up across the United States and the United Kingdom.

This tour celebrates the duo’s lasting influence on Ghanaian music. Initially, they were set to perform at the historic Howard Theatre in Washington, D.C., on June 28, 2026. However, R2Bees announced that this show has been postponed due to unforeseen circumstances beyond their control.

In a statement shared on their official social media pages, the duo revealed that both their Washington, D.C., and Ohio concerts have been rescheduled. The performance in Washington, D.C., will now take place on August 2, 2026, while the Ohio show has been moved to August 15, 2026.

Additionally, R2Bees confirmed that their scheduled performance in Philadelphia has been cancelled, with organisers replacing them with another artist on the event’s lineup.

“We are sorry to announce that due to unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, our shows in Ohio and D.C. this Saturday and Sunday have been postponed to August 2 (D.C.) and August 15 (Ohio). The Philadelphia show tomorrow, however, has been cancelled, and a new artist will perform. We apologise once again for any inconvenience caused. Thank you,” the statement read.

Despite these schedule adjustments, the “Refuse To Be Over Tour” remains on track. The duo is set to perform at the Tribeville Festival Deluxe at The Armoury in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on July 24 before heading to the United Kingdom for a headline show at HERE at Outernet in London on September 11, 2026.

This international tour comes at a time when Afrobeats is experiencing widespread global success, with R2Bees among the pioneers who introduced Ghanaian hiplife and Afropop to audiences outside of Africa. Since emerging from Tema in the late 2000s, Omar Sterling and Mugeez have built a loyal following through chart-topping hits, acclaimed albums, and memorable live performances.

Over the years, the duo has released successful projects including  Da Revolution, Refuse to Be Broke, Site 15, and  Back 2 Basics. Their catalogue features fan favorites such as Slow Down, Kiss Your Hand, Life (Walaahi), Over, Tonight, Bayla Trap, and Yawa Gal, establishing them as one of Ghana’s most influential music groups.

Beyond their own recordings, R2Bees have collaborated with numerous African music stars, including Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy, Sarkodie, King Promise, Mr Eazi, Wande Coal, and Joey B, significantly contributing to the global growth of Ghanaian music.

Known for their energetic stage performances, live instrumentation, and strong audience engagement, the duo continues to attract fans across Africa, Europe, and North America. Their upcoming tour is expected to celebrate their musical legacy while reaffirming the growing international appeal of Ghanaian music.

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‘We All Have to Be Self-Police’ — Keche Andrew on Accra Floods and Littering

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Ghanaian musician Keche Andrew has reacted to the devastating floods that recently affected several parts of Accra, arguing that irresponsible waste disposal by residents is one of the biggest contributors to the recurring disaster.

Speaking in a video shared on his official TikTok page, the musician used humour to make a serious point, saying he wanted to visit a police station to find out whether ordinary citizens could be given a “license” to help enforce laws against people who litter indiscriminately.

According to Keche Andrew, communities have reached a point where residents must take responsibility for protecting their surroundings if flooding is to be reduced.

“I want to go to the police station and ask if they can give us a license to beat someone, because at this point we all have to be self-police to stop the floods,” he said jokingly.

He explained that if such a system existed, anyone caught dumping rubbish into gutters, drains or flowing water would be apprehended before being handed over to the police.

“When you see anyone dumping refuse into gutters, from cars or into water bodies, we should catch them and deal with them before taking them to the police station. That’s what we need to do,” he remarked.

Keche Andrew stressed that while heavy rainfall plays a role in flooding, human behaviour remains a major cause of the problem. He criticised people who deliberately dispose of waste in drains and waterways, saying such actions block drainage systems and worsen flooding whenever it rains.

The musician also condemned the practice of some residents waiting until rainfall begins before emptying household refuse into the rushing water, believing the rain will carry the waste away.

According to him, these habits significantly contribute to choked gutters and recurring floods across the capital.

“Our attitudes are part of the recent floods; we dump refuse anywhere,” he added.

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