The MENtality With Ebuka podcast has now released five powerful episodes, each one unpacking a different layer of what it means to be a man in today’s world.

Hosted by Ebuka Obi-Uchendu and Banky W, the series has sparked important conversations around masculinity, relationships, mental health, responsibility, and the evolving role of men in society.

Here’s a breakdown of the five episodes so far:

Episode 1 — Understanding Modern Masculinity

The debut episode sets the tone as Ebuka and Banky W explore what masculinity means in today’s society. They discuss societal expectations, cultural pressures, and how men often struggle to express vulnerability. This episode opens the door for honest conversations many men have avoided for years.

Episode 2 — Relationships, Love, and Emotional Expression

In this episode, the hosts dive into how men handle love, romance, communication, and emotional honesty. They highlight why many men suppress their feelings and how this affects relationships. The episode encourages healthier emotional habits among men.

Episode 3 — Friendships, Brotherhood, and Support Systems

This episode examines male friendships — their strengths and limitations. Ebuka and Banky discuss loyalty, competition among men, and why many men lack deep emotional support systems. Listeners learn the value of community, brotherhood, and vulnerability among male friends.

Episode 4 — Money, Pressure, and Responsibility

Here, the discussion focuses on financial expectations placed on men. From provider pressure to career struggles, Ebuka and Banky W shed light on how society ties a man’s worth to his wallet. The conversation pushes for a healthier understanding of money and personal value.

Episode 5 — Fatherhood and Raising the Next Generation

The latest episode features Timi Dakolo and Hermes Iyele, who join Ebuka and Banky W to talk about fatherhood, legacy, and raising children in a changing world. They discuss the emotional, spiritual, and practical weight of being a father, making it one of the most heartfelt episodes so far.

With all five episodes now available, viewers can watch each one to gain meaningful insights into the male experience from self-awareness to relationships, responsibility, and parenting. MENtality With Ebuka continues to shift narratives and encourage men to embrace vulnerability, growth, and honest conversations.

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Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy has abruptly cancelled two stops on his ongoing U.S. tour, just days after a viral onstage confrontation in Denver. The affected shows November 28 in Minneapolis and December 1 in Chicago were removed from his schedule this week, with automatic refunds issued to ticket holders. No official explanation has been released by Burna Boy or his management.

Denver Incident Sparks Online Debate

The cancellations come shortly after clips from his November 24 performance in Denver surfaced online, showing Burna Boy halting his set to confront a fan he spotted asleep in the audience. The woman, later identified as Chaltu Jateni, was asked to leave the venue before the artiste continued performing.

Jateni addressed the incident on Instagram, revealing that she had been struggling with depression, a disclosure that fueled widespread debate across social media. Critics accused the singer of insensitivity, while supporters argued he was reacting to perceived disengagement during a high-energy show.

Singer Defends His Actions

Following the backlash, Burna Boy defended himself, stating that audience members who appear uninterested diminish the live experience for others. He also questioned why fans attend concerts only to “sleep through them,” reigniting discussion about mental health awareness and performer expectations.

Tour Proceeds With Boston Up Next

Despite the controversy, earlier stops on the tour were sold out, and current schedules show that the tour will continue as planned. The next show is set for December 3 in Boston.

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A viral video circulating on social media has captured a dramatic altercation between popular social media commentator Very Dark Man and entertainer Mr Jollof aboard a United Nigeria Airlines flight from Asaba to Lagos.

According to eyewitnesses, the disagreement began shortly after passengers settled into their seats. The confrontation quickly escalated into a heated exchange, drawing attention from shocked travellers and prompting flight officials to intervene.

In the video, crew members can be seen attempting to calm both men, but the situation intensified to the point where airline staff ordered their removal for the safety and comfort of other passengers.

The airline offloaded the two men before takeoff, causing a brief delay as order was restored. It remains unclear what triggered the clash, but social media users have continued to debate the incident, with many expressing surprise over the public outburst.

United Nigeria Airlines has yet to issue an official statement regarding the disruption.

Nigerian actor Olanrewaju Omiyinka, popularly known as Baba Ijesha, has reportedly been released from prison after spending more than three years in custody.

The news was announced by fellow actor and close associate Yomi Fabiyi, who shared the update in an Instagram post on Friday. According to Fabiyi, Baba Ijesha regained his freedom after an appeal court overturned his conviction for the sexual assault of a minor.

“You are now officially FREE AND OUT. Baba Ijesha is not just back but BETTER,” Fabiyi wrote, celebrating the court decision and his colleague’s release.

Baba Ijesha had been serving a sentence handed down by a Lagos court before the successful appeal.

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Nigerian global music icon Davido Adeleke brought the energy of his acclaimed 5ive Alive World Tour to a thunderous finale at the Liberty Stadium in Ibadan on Tuesday, November 12, 2025.

The performance marked a symbolic homecoming for Davido, who first graced an Ibadan stage in 2011 as an up-and-coming artist. Fourteen years later, he returned as one of Africa’s biggest stars commanding a crowd of tens of thousands and wrapping up the Nigerian leg of his sold-out world tour.

Fans filled the stadium hours before showtime, chanting his name and waving light sticks as anticipation built. Davido delivered a two-hour set packed with career-defining hits, including Dami Duro, If, Fall, Unavailable, and Feel. The stage production featured pyrotechnics, LED visuals, and guest appearances from Afrobeat collaborators such as Mayorkun and Logos Olori.

Tour organizers revealed that the 5ive Alive concerts sold over 98,000 tickets across Nigeria, with stops in Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Kano, and Ibadan. The tour, launched earlier in 2025, has drawn international acclaim for its precision, crowd engagement, and Davido’s ability to blend nostalgia with modern Afrobeat energy.

However, the tour wasn’t without somber moments. Reports of two fatalities from overcrowding at the Enugu stop earlier in the month cast a shadow over the celebrations. While Davido’s management has not released an official statement, sources close to the artist confirmed that financial and emotional support was quietly extended to the victims’ families.

In Ibadan, Davido took a reflective pause between songs to thank his fans for their loyalty:

“Ibadan was one of the first cities that believed in me. From 2011 till now look where we are. This is love, this is home,” he said to roaring applause.

As the 5ive Alive tour now prepares to move to Europe and North America, Davido’s Ibadan performance stands as both a triumphant homecoming and a reminder of his decade-long journey as a symbol of modern Nigerian music excellence.

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