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Who is Young Thug? Young Thug is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter. He is widely considered an influence on the sound of modern hip-hop and trap music. Young Thug …
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Who is Kano? Kano is a British rapper, songwriter, and actor who has captivated audiences with his unique style and powerful lyrics. He is popularly known for his role as …
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Who is Future? Future is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer. He is often credited as having pioneered the use of auto-tune in modern trap music. Future is …
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Who is T.I.? T.I. is an American rapper, record executive, actor, songwriter, and stand-up comedian. He is often cited in the media as one of the highest-selling hip-hop artists of …
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Who is Blueface? Blueface is an American rapper. He is popularly known for his offbeat style of rapping. Blueface (who is also known as Blueface Bleedem) is known for hit …
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An Instagram model Gena Tew who has been romantically linked to numerous celebrities, mostly rappers, has disclosed she has HIV/AIDS. In a recent video posted on her TikTok page, Gena …
IG model Gena Tew linked to numerous rappers reveals she has HIV/AIDS Read More
American rapper DaBaby arrived Lagos Nigeria yesterday to the utter excitement of his Nigerian fans. The rapper has taken to his Instagram stories to share videos of his Nigerian fans …
US rapper DaBaby mobbed by fans as he visits Nigeria Read More
Who is Ludacris? Ludacris is an American rapper, actor, and entrepreneur. He is well known for his “Dirty South” style of rap music and also for his appearance as “Tej …
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Who is Future? Future is an American rapper, songwriter and record producer popularly known for his hit songs like “Mask Off”, “Turn On The Lights” and “I Won.” Future is …
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How it started Two days ago, Friday, July 9: American rapper Bia joined Nicki Minaj on an Instagram LIVE session. Somewhere along their chat, the topic of Nigerian musicians came …
Full story of what transpired between Burna Boy and rapper BIA Read More
American rapper and singer, Lil Nas X was left a little embarrassed after ripping his outfit in the middle of his Saturday Night Live performance. The “Old Town Road” rapper …
Rapper Lil Nas X ’embarrassed’ after ripping his pants on stage Read More
Fast-rising Nigerian rapper Anthony Victor, better known by his stage name Victony, will be undergoing major surgery today after he was involved in a ghastly car accident on Monday, April …
Nigerian rapper Victony undergoes surgery following Monday car accident Read More
Nelli Tembe, the fiancée of popular South African rapper, AKA, has died after falling from the 10th floor of Pepperclub Hotel located in Central Cape Town. The incident which took …
Nelli Tembe – fiancée of South African rapper AKA dies after fall from hotel in suspected suicide Read More
Grammy-nominated American rapper Earl Simmons, better known as DMX, has died. The rapper’s death has been confirmed in a family statement which read in part: “We are deeply saddened to …
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American rapper Lil Nas X has released the music video for his latest single “Montero (Call Me By Your Name)” and it has got everyone talking. The provocative self-directed video …
Rapper Lil Nas X gives Satan a lap dance in new music video for ‘Call Me By Your Name’ Read More
American rapper Cardi B is trying a bunch of new stuff in her new reality web series titled “Cardi Tries”. Watch the WAP singer tying gele while she learns African …
American rapper Cardi B learns African dance in new reality show – Video Read More
Award-winning Nigerian rapper Vector, also known as Vector Tha Viper, has welcomed his second child, a cute baby girl, with his new girlfriend. The rapper whose real name is Olanrewaju …
Nigerian rapper Vector welcomes second daughter with new girlfriend Read More
Popular Nigerian rapper M.I Abaga has stated the reason he did not join his colleagues at the recent #ENDSARS protests in Lagos. Recall Nigerian youths had on October 8 and …
Rapper M.I reveals why he did not join the #ENDSARS protest Read More
Popular Nigerian rapper and actor Ikechukwu has finally revealed the face of the woman he is in love with. Ikechukwu whose real name is Ikechukwu Onunaku but also known by …
Actor and rapper Ikechukwu shows off his woman Read More
Nigerian rapper and songwriter Jesse Jagz has officially married his girlfriend, Tolu, in a private wedding ceremony in Plateau State. The wedding ceremony reportedly took place two months ago in …
Nigerian rapper Jesse Jagz weds longtime girlfriend, Tolu Read More
Nigerian rapper and hip-hop artist Erhiga Agarivbie, more commonly known by his stage name Erigga, is set to wed his long-time girlfriend and baby mama, Morenike this October. Erigga and …
Nigerian rapper Erigga and girlfriend Morenike set to wed in October Read More
by Staff writer It appears times have become a lil’ rough for American platinum-selling rapper Lil Kim. Just days before a bank foreclosed on her 6,000-square-foot gated mansion in early …
Rapper Lil Kim goes broke, files for bankruptcy and selling her house Read More
Relocating to a new country often comes with one comforting expectation: that fellow Africans will become an automatic support system. Many people imagine that once they arrive in London, New …
Why Some Africans Abroad Avoid Other Africans Read More
A reflective personal essay on growing up queer in Nigeria, finding hope through Taylor Swift’s music, and learning how dreaming, storytelling, and the power of imagination can shape identity, love’s …
The Hope of It All—Why I Love Taylor Swift Read More
Intro: How Shame Drives Compulsive Sex In Black Gay Men Many Black gay men learn early to hide their desire and swallow the pain of being constantly policed, humiliated, and …
The Shame ‘Void’: How Visibility Breaks Compulsive Sex for Black Gay Men Read More
It can feel like hard-won victories slipping away. LGBTQ+ elders are facing a new crisis: the return to the closet in old age. After surviving criminalisation, police raids, the AIDS …
Why Black Gay Elders Are Re-Closeting: UK vs Nigeria Comparison Read More
Strong But Not Smart: The Creation of a Myth American slavery was instrumental in promoting the harmful myth of “strong bodies, weak minds,” which portrayed Black men as physically strong …
Impact of Slavery on Black Gay Masculinity and Desire Read More
Marriage is built on assumptions of honesty and shared reality. When a woman discovers that key truths were withheld, it can shatter that reality and cause lasting harm. Wives are …
Gay Men Marrying Women: The Risks of Not Telling Her Read More
Introduction—Rethinking the Western Closet Paradigm Western culture often portrays “coming out of the closet” as a transformative experience for gay men—a narrative promoted by the media, popular culture, and mainstream …
Why Black Gay Men Don’t Have to ‘Come Out’ Like Other Races Read More
As Black gay men, we navigate a world layered with intersecting oppressions—racism from broader society and homophobia within our own racial communities. Knowing this, one would think that any gathering …
How Black Gay Men Promote Stigma That Comes Back To Hurt Us Read More
Medical Disclaimer: This guide provides general harm‑reduction information, not medical advice. For personalised care—particularly if you have an ongoing health condition—please consult a clinician experienced in LGBTQ+ health. Quick Answer: …
Best Foods for Recovery After Chemsex — A Gay Man’s Guide Read More
If you scroll through Instagram, TikTok, X, or open Grindr or Jack’d, you could be forgiven for thinking gay culture has become one endless loop of perfect bodies, thirst traps, …
Why It Looks Like Being Gay Is All About Sex Right Now Read More
On dating apps, at parties, and inside queer community spaces, Black gay men frequently encounter racialised fetishisation—the experience of being approached through stereotypes rather than being met as a full …
Want to Date Black Gay Men Without Fetishising Them? Here’s How Read More
The Igbo people of southeastern Nigeria share a rich culture centred on philosophy, spirituality, and communal values. Our fundamental way of seeing and interpreting the world rests heavily on three …
Keeping One’s Hand Straight in Igbo Culture: Integrity, Ikenga & Trust Read More
In the middle of Manhattan in 2000—where everything feels fast, loud, and larger than life—two male chinstrap penguins quietly became global symbols of tenderness, partnership, and unexpected parenthood. Their names …
Roy and Silo— Gay Penguin Couple That Raised a Chick in a Zoo Read More
Malik’s phone lit up with messages the way it always did—fire emojis, quick compliments, the same shorthand that reduced him to a silhouette. He had just posted a photo from …
Trade vs. Thinker: The Cost of Valuing Black Bodies Over Black Minds Read More
By DNB Editors. This article draws on aggregated public data, user reports, and anonymised trend summaries. No individual user information is included. Grindr is more than just a hookup app—it’s …
Grindr Unwrapped 2025: Top/Bottom/Dom—What It Reveals Read More
The Hyper-Sexualisation of Black Bodies On apps like Grindr, Scruff, or Jack’d, many Black gay and bisexual men notice a distinct pattern: their inboxes fill up faster than those of …
The ‘BBC’ Fetish and Black Gay Men: How Desire Can Dehumanise Read More
By Daniel Nkado for dnbstories.com. Trigger note: This article discusses sexual rejection and stigma. If any section feels distressing, consider pausing and reaching out to a trusted person or professional …
How to Handle Sexual Rejection as a Gay Man: A Practical Framework Read More
By Daniel Nkado. In queer dating and relationships, labels like top and bottom help people communicate what they enjoy. But when these terms solidify into permanent identities—dictating what someone “should” …
Top vs. Bottom: 8 Ways Rigid Roles Hurt Gay & Bi Men—Why Fluidity Matters Read More
By Daniel Nkado. In my Nigerian voice: I knew we were finished the moment I saw the language of the therapist’s office enter gay dating culture. 🙆🏾♂️😊 Terms like gaslighting, …
Gaslighting or Boundaries: Is Therapy Speak Ruining Gay Dating Today? Read More
By Daniel Nkado. Finding a long-term romantic partner presents difficulties for most people today. However, for gay and bisexual men, these challenges are compounded by barriers that extend beyond the …
Why gay dating feels impossible today: 6 science-backed reasons Read More
As part of our commitment to maintaining editorial standards, this article was updated on 23 February 2026 to reflect newer information and recommendations on managing bottoming pain and tension. Note …
Bottoming Pain in Gay Men: Understanding ‘Pelvic Armouring’ and Causes Read More
By DNB Editors. On November 10, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court delivered a quiet but powerful win for marriage equality: the Court declined to hear former Kentucky county clerk Kim …
SCOTUS Upholding Marriage Equality—What It Means For Queer People Read More
By Daniel Nkado. It was October 2012. I was barely 20. I travelled to Umuahia to meet a man I had met on Manjam. Manjam was what Grindr is today—a …
From Sandal to Scandal: The Origin and Dark Evolution of ‘Kito’ Read More
By Golden Madu and Daniel Nkado Content warning: This article contains descriptions of physical violence, sexual assault, extortion, and homophobic hate crimes. Reader discretion advised. “He seemed so genuine. We …
Kito Nightmare: 3 Nigerian Gay Men Recount Dating-App Ordeals Read More
By Daniel Nkado. Ageing is a universal experience, but how we navigate it can vary dramatically based on our identities and societal expectations. Have you ever wondered why some men …
How Straight and Gay Men Age Differently: A Cultural Exploration Read More
by DNB editorial team. As Griff croons in her haunting track Earl Grey Tea: “You’re so scared you’re aging faster / So you drink Earl Grey tea ’cause you heard …
Why gay men fear ageing — And how we can rewrite the story 🖤❤️ Read More
By Great Maxwell. Warning: This piece contains accounts of forced religious “deliverance,” spiritual coercion, and sexual abuse that may be triggering. If you are in an unsafe situation, currently distressed, …
Coming out as gay in Nigeria: Surviving religious conversion therapy Read More
Many gay men describe feeling a different kind of fatigue — a deep, persistent exhaustion that does not come from doing more work. It can feel more like being drained …
Queer Burnout: How Minority Stress Leaves Gay Men Exhausted Read More
One commonly searched question that has continued to shock data experts is: “Is my husband gay?” The phenomenon is significant because it reveals how anonymity allows people to voice high-stakes …
Is my husband gay? Why millions of women still search this online Read More
In addition to being one of the most-listened-to singers of her time, Taylor Swift also boasts one of the most passionate fanbases in the entertainment world—affectionately known as Swifties. From …
Why Swifties Stay Loyal—Fans share why they love Taylor Swift Read More
By DNB Editors. High self-esteem doesn’t look the same for everyone, and for gay men, it is often shaped by personal experiences of surviving stigma, community, and personal history. This …
How to spot high self-esteem in gay men and build yours Read More
NOTE:📢This article discusses shame surrounding receptive anal sex and includes vivid examples that may be triggering for some readers. Please proceed with care. Bottom-shaming refers to the use of words, …
How Bottom‑Shaming Affects Us All: Real-Life Examples and Solutions Read More
by DNB editors. Let’s be honest: the terms “Top” and “Bottom” are cute until they start feeling like job titles. Sure, they help describe what you’re into, but when labels …
Role-flipping— A practical guide to versatile gay sex Read More
By Daniel Nkado. “DL” stands for “down-low,” a term describing men—often Black or Latino men—who publicly present as straight but privately engage in same-sex relationships. Originating as an African-American slang …
DL Posing: How some gay men monetise down‑low identity for gain Read More
By Daniel Nkado. Gay men and the concept of defensive masculinity Many gay men learn early in life through teasing and societal pressure that being “feminine” invites shame. So they …
Masc4Masc: Why many gay men worship ‘macho’ men 💪🏾 Read More
Like two neighbours living in the same building and fighting about everything, but secretly in love, Nigeria and Ghana have been at war with each other since Anansi’s head became …
Forget Ghana & Naija Jollof – Here’s the real food war and Ghana wins! Read More
Note: This article is offered for education and reflection, not as medical advice. If you are experiencing severe or persistent pain or discomfort that interfere with daily life, please reach …
Control-Relax Method: A Guide For Reducing Bottoming Pain in Men Read More
By Daniel Nkado. Why do some gay men command the runway in heels while others play football like the game was designed for them? Anyone who’s met a range of …
Why some gay men act ‘masc’ or ‘fem’ — Science explains Read More