Nigerian Afrobeats singer Crayon has ignited controversy on social media after making a series of allegations against Mavin Records and its founder, Don Jazzy.

The singer, who rose to fame under the label, took to X (formerly Twitter) in a string of emotional posts accusing the music powerhouse of withholding royalties and mishandling aspects of his career.

In the posts, Crayon alleged that executives within the label had earned significant revenue from his music while failing to properly compensate him. One of the tweets, which quickly went viral before being deleted, described a top executive as a “highest criminal,” sparking heated reactions across social media.

Screenshots of the posts circulated widely online, drawing attention from fans and figures within the Nigerian entertainment industry.

The controversy intensified after fans noticed changes in the singer’s social media profiles and music releases. Crayon recently released a new track titled “Baami” under a different imprint reportedly linked to Olodum Entertainment, fueling speculation that he may have parted ways with Mavin Records.

Observers also noted updates to the singer’s booking contact and branding online, which many interpreted as signs of a possible departure from the label.

However, neither Crayon nor Mavin Records has officially confirmed whether the artist has exited the company.

The situation has already sparked reactions within the music industry. Nigerian producer Samklef weighed in on the controversy, suggesting the allegations raise broader concerns about how artists are treated by major labels.

Fans have also taken sides online, with some defending Mavin Records’ reputation, while others expressed support for the singer’s claims.

Crayon joined the Mavin ecosystem in 2019 under Blowtime Entertainment, a label imprint led by music executive Baby Fresh.

Since then, he has released several popular songs including “So Fine,” “Ijo (Laba Laba),” “Too Correct,” and “Ngozi” featuring fellow Mavin star Ayra Starr.

The artist also gained recognition through collaborative projects with other Mavin talents such as Rema, Magixx, and Ladipoe.

Despite the growing online debate, Mavin Records has yet to release an official statement addressing the allegations.

As the controversy continues to trend across social media, fans and industry watchers are awaiting clarification from both sides on the future of Crayon’s relationship with the influential Afrobeats label.

For now, the situation highlights ongoing conversations about contracts, royalties, and artist-label relationships within Nigeria’s fast-growing music industry.

The Norwegian family drama Sentimental Value has, won the Best International Feature Film award at the 98th Academy Awards, marking a historic moment for Norway in global cinema.

Directed by Joachim Trier, the film secured the prestigious Oscar on Sunday night, becoming the first Norwegian film ever to win in the category.

The emotional drama explores the strained relationship between a celebrated film director and his two daughters as they confront past wounds and attempt reconciliation through art and storytelling.

The movie stars Stellan Skarsgård as the estranged father, alongside Renate Reinsve, Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas, and Elle Fanning. The story centres on a filmmaker who attempts to reconnect with his daughters by casting them in a new movie project, reopening old emotional conflicts within the family.

Sentimental Value premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in 2025, where it won the Grand Prix and gained widespread critical acclaim before continuing its strong awards season run.

The film received multiple nominations at the 2026 Oscars; including Best Picture and Best Director, but ultimately took home the Best International Feature Film award.

During his acceptance speech, Trier emphasized the importance of global cinema and called for greater responsibility toward future generations, referencing author James Baldwin in his remarks.

The victory represents a landmark achievement for Norway’s film industry and further highlights the growing global influence of international storytelling at the Oscars.

Popular Nollywood actress and filmmaker Toyin Abraham has opened up about the impact her public support for President Bola Ahmed7 Tinubu had on her career, admitting that the political stance brought unexpected consequences.

The actress made the revelation in a recent conversation with fellow Nollywood star Timini Egbuson while offering advice on how actors can improve the box-office performance of their movies.

In a video that has since circulated widely on social media, Abraham cautioned Egbuson against publicly supporting political figures, stressing that celebrities should remain neutral to avoid alienating audiences.

“The first advice I will give you in my entire life is don’t put your mouth in politics. Don’t tell them you’re supporting anybody. Don’t support anybody, just be on your own. Be neutral,” she said.

When reminded that she had openly supported Tinubu during the 2023 presidential election, the actress responded, “That was then,” before adding in a dramatic reaction that the decision had indeed affected her work.

Her comments appear to reference the intense criticism and backlash she faced online after declaring support for the current president during the election period.

The video also showed Abraham sharing candid reflections about her experience, suggesting that public figures in the entertainment industry should focus more on their craft and avoid political endorsements that could divide their fan base.

The clip was later shared online by Egbuson, who jokingly wrote that he and his colleague had visited Abraham to “collect orientation” on how to succeed at the box office.

The remarks have since sparked conversations on social media about the relationship between politics and celebrity influence in Nigeria.