Burna Boy’s ‘African Giant’ achieves platinum certification in France, Diddy accused of sexual assault by former male employee, Christopher Nkunku facing another month on the sidelines after fresh injury. Stay in the know with our Rave News Digest, which summarizes five of the hottest global news stories you need to catch up on, saving you time and energy. Consider it your daily news fix.
1. Burna Boy’s ‘African Giant’ achieves platinum certification in France
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Nigerian music sensation Burna Boy has made history once again as his critically acclaimed album, “African Giant” attains platinum certification in France. Five years after its release, “African Giant” continues to make waves, surpassing the 100,000-unit sales threshold to earn platinum certification from SNEP, France’s official charting organization. This milestone not only reflects the album’s enduring popularity but also its significance in shaping the global perception of African music.
As Burna Boy’s “African Giant” stands tall as the first Nigerian album to achieve this feat, it paves the way for future generations of African artists to make their mark on the international music scene, reaffirming the continent’s rich musical heritage and global influence.
2. Diddy accused of sexual assault by former male employee
Diddy is facing a sexual assault lawsuit from his ex-producer and videographer.
The individual asserts he experienced repeated sexual assault by Diddy and unwelcome advances from Diddy’s associates. Allegations include being compelled to watch a video featuring Stevie J… pic.twitter.com/bW8XaezhYv
— MEFeater Magazine (@mefeater) February 27, 2024
In another lawsuit, Sean “Diddy” Combs has been accused of sexual assault by a former male employee. Rodney “Lil Rod” Jones, who worked as a producer and videographer on Diddy’s “Love” album, alleged that Diddy “sexually harassed, drugged and threatened him” for more than a year, according to the suit. Jones is seeking $30 million in damages because he “witnessed, experienced, and endured many things that went far beyond his role as a producer on the Love album.”
Filed in a New York court on Monday, February 26, Jones constantly accuses Diddy of “unsolicited groping” and “sexual touching.” Additionally, the suit states that Jones accused Combs of bringing prostitutes into his house in Miami and that “he was drugged and possibly raped” on one occasion. Along with Diddy, his son Justin Combs, Kristina Khorram, his chief of staff, Sir Lucian Grainge, CEO of Universal Music Group, and former Motown Records CEO Ethiopia Habtemariam are also named as defendants.
3. South Africa: Jessica Nkosi focusing on her brand as she takes a break from SA TV screens
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It has been quite a while since award-winning actress Jessica Nkosi was seen on SA’s TV screens. The last production the star featured in was the award-winning Hela Media series “Lavish.” The year 2023 saw the actress’ family grow, with the actress welcoming her second child with her husband, actor-turned-businessman Ntokozo ‘TK’ Dlamini. With a growing family, Nkosi hasn’t been on any production sets. She told the media that she won’t be back soon, teasing, “Maybe next year.”
Nkosi explains that this year her focus is on strengthening her personal brand, and the results are showing. This month, Bayer South Africa Consumer Health Division announced her as an ambassador for the Bepanthen Derma line of products, which are designed for dry and sensitive skin. “For every brand that I work with, I’m an ambassador of. I don’t do monthly partnerships, I look for longevity, I sign long contracts,” explains the Volvo South Africa ambassador.
4. Tina Knowles shares heartfelt message after her brother passes
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Early Monday morning, February 26, Tina Knowles took to Instagram to announce the unfortunate passing of her sibling. “My beautiful big brother, Butch, went to be with God this weekend,” she wrote. “I will miss him so much! He was a career Air Force man. He loved riding motorcycles, was a black belt in karate, and had the most beautiful green eyes and good looks. He was a great storyteller.”
Tina then revealed her brother’s full name, Rowland Martin Buyince, and acknowledged his “incredible” wife, “devoted” daughter, and “two beautiful” grandchildren.
Our condolences go out to the family.
5. Christopher Nkunku facing another month on the sidelines after fresh injury
Mauricio expects Christopher Nkunku to be sidelined for three to four weeks. ℹ️
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) February 27, 2024
Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino has confirmed that Christopher Nkunku will be out for three to four weeks after picking up yet another injury. The French attacker is undergoing a medical assessment at the club due to an unknown injury problem, with the Chelsea boss admitting that the 26-year-old is no longer the player he used to be at RB Leipzig.
Speaking to reporters, the Argentine coach said: “We learned yesterday Nkunku got injured but we don’t know when he got injured. We need to see and evaluate every day but he’s out for three or four weeks. We hope no more. It’s difficult for him. We watched him when he arrived in pre-season. He was flying on the training pitch until he got injured. Now it is nearly eight months and he has been involved again but he is not the same player as before. We have in our head the amazing Nkunku from pre-season but it is not the same player because of the circumstances. That’s why it is sometimes unfair when we judge.”
Featured Image: Kai Tsehay via @burnaboygram/Instagram
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