In a bold and timely move, the Governor of the Performing Musicians Employers’ Association of Nigeria (PMAN), Plateau State Chapter, AMB. COMR. HUMPHREY BOBBY COLOR held a high-level closed door meeting with key stakeholders and prominent musicians across the state. The urgent gathering addressed disturbing attempts by certain selfish individuals who are allegedly plotting to ignite division within PMAN a move that could potentially threaten the peace and unity of Plateau’s vibrant entertainment industry.

At the heart of the meeting was one clear and resounding message: Plateau State musicians are united, and PMAN is not a playground for factional politics or selfish interests.

One of the highly respected stakeholders did not mince words, warning sternly that any individual or group attempting to stir crisis in the name of creating factions within PMAN will be dealt with according to the full weight of the law. He emphasized that Plateau remains a fragile state, and the entertainment industry must not be used as a tool to breed disunity or crisis especially by those who have no true stake or understanding of the terrain.

The leadership under the current PMAN Governor AMB.COMR HUMPHREY BOBBY COLOR remains strong, legitimate, and widely accepted. Musicians across the state have shown overwhelming support and unity, rejecting any attempt to divide the community or undermine the current structure.

Furthermore, all security agencies and relevant authorities have been contacted to remain alert and take swift action against any instigators. The entertainment sector in Plateau will not be used as a pawn in cheap political games.

To those with aspirations to lead PMAN: there is a democratic process the ballot, not backdoor appointments or forced entry by unknown hands. The current leadership will not be shaken by noise or distraction, and Plateau’s youth will not be divided.

In Plateau, we are one voice, one sound, and one family. PMAN stands firm united, vigilant, and ready to defend the integrity of its vision.

Enough is enough. Let peace and unity reign.

In the face of rising criticism following his recent gospel release Chukwu Dubem, Nature Bee has responded with humility and maturity, urging fans and critics to look beyond genre and focus on the message of the music.

Many fans were surprised by the sudden switch from hip-hop to gospel, especially after years of silence. However, the rapper has explained that the song reflects a season of his life where he found peace and divine direction, not a shift in identity.

“Music is a form of expression, and as an artist, I should be free to explore every part of my creativity,” Nature Bee said. “Chukwu Dubem came from a deep place. It’s not about trying to trend; it’s about being truthful in the message.”

Nature Bee isn’t the first rapper to venture into gospel. He joins a list that includes M.I Abaga, who once released Jehovah, and Phyno, who moved many with Father Father. These tracks proved that a moment of spiritual reflection doesn’t erase an artist’s past or talent.

The rapper acknowledges that his long absence after Change on Me and Your Face with Tekno may have left fans confused and disappointed. Still, he believes that time helped him rediscover his voice and purpose.

“I’ve been through a lot, and in those quiet seasons, I found peace in God,” he said. “That peace inspired the song. It’s something I needed to share with my fans, regardless of genre.”

Nature Bee says the silence is over and fans can expect consistency going forward. Whether gospel, rap, or something in between, he promises to deliver music that resonates and uplifts.

“If M.I, who is widely respected in hip-hop, can drop a gospel-inspired track and still be M.I, then why can’t I?” he asked. “Phyno did Father Father and no one questioned his place in the game. The truth is, inspiration leads us where it wants, and real artists follow.”

WhatsApp has introduced new monetisation features that allow businesses and creators to earn directly from their content on the app.

In a blog post on Monday, the platform announced that the tools will be limited to the updates tab, which houses status and channels.

“Today we’re introducing some new features for our Updates tab, which is home to both Channels and Status,” the post reads.

“These new features will appear only on the Updates tab, away from your personal chats.”

Among the new features is channel subscription, which allows users to support their favourite creators by paying a monthly fee for exclusive content.

The company also unveiled ‘Promoted Channels,’ a tool that lets admins boost their visibility by appearing as recommendations when users explore the channel directory.

The third feature, Ads in Status, will integrate advertisements within the status section to enable businesses to promote products or services and facilitate direct conversations with interested users.

WhatsApp said ad targeting will rely on limited data, such as a user’s location, language, and interactions within the Updates tab.

According to the company, those who link their WhatsApp to Meta’s accounts centre may also see ads based on their activity across Meta platforms like Facebook and Instagram.

The company stressed that end-to-end encryption remains in place for private chats, groups, and calls.

“Like everything we do at WhatsApp, we’ve built these features in the most private way possible. Your personal messages, calls, and statuses remain end-to-end encrypted,” WhatsApp added.

The company also said phone numbers and personal messages will not be shared with advertisers.

Mustapha Salihu, the All Progressives Congress (APC) national vice-chairman (north-east), says his endorsement of President Bola Tinubu for a second term without mentioning Vice-President Kashim Shettima complies with the party’s constitution.

Salihu spoke during an interview with Seun Okinbaloye on Channel TV’s Politics Today on Monday.

On Sunday, an APC stakeholders’ summit in Gombe descended into chaos after some speakers endorsed Tinubu for the 2027 presidential election while omitting Shettima’s name from the ticket.

Salihu was among the top party officials who spoke, and his failure to acknowledge Shettima sparked immediate outrage from participants at the summit.

Delegates, visibly angered by the omission, began shouting and disrupting the meeting, with some issuing threats of violence.

Salihu was escorted out of the venue by security operatives as tensions flared.

Speaking about the omission, Salihu said, “no party constitution allows a candidate to go into the primary with a running mate.”

He said the APC has “only one ticket that is for the president”, adding that it is the “prerogative” of the candidate to pick his running mate after the primary.

“In party politics, we have only one ticket for the executive [arms of government]: for the local government chairman, the governor and the president,” the APC chieftain said.

“No party constitution allows a candidate to go into the primary with a running mate. Only one ticket that is for the president. It is only after the president becomes a candidate that he will pick a running mate, which will be his prerogative.”

Meanwhile, after Salihu was escorted out of the summit, Ali Bukar, the deputy national chairman, addressed the crowd and endorsed both Tinubu and Shettima for a second term.