Popular streamer Kai Cenat arrives in Lagos, visits governor Sanwo-Olu, Mýa announces Review, her first album in eight years, Clippers Trade James Harden to Cavaliers for Darius Garland. Stay informed with our Rave News Summarywhich summarizes five of the hottest global news stories you need to stay informed, saving you time and energy. Consider it your daily news fix.
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1. Popular streamer Kai Cenat arrives in Lagos and visits Governor Sanwo-Olu
KAI CENAT IN LAGOS ⭐
Governor of Lagos State, Mr @jidesanwolu received American Online Streamer, YouTube and Internet Personality today @KaiCenat during a courtesy visit to the Lagos House, Marina.
He shared some of his very nice experiences of his visit to Lagos, this… pic.twitter.com/zQIJmYBu8T
— Jubril A. Gawat (@Mr_JAGs) February 4, 2026
Popular American streamer and content creator Kai Cenat arrived in Lagos on Wednesday and paid a courtesy visit to the Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, at the Lagos House, Marina. The visit was announced in a statement shared on X by the Governor’s Senior Special Assistant on New Media, Jubril Gawatwho noted that the online personality met with the governor to discuss his experiences in the state.
According to the statement, Kai Cenat shared positive impressions of his time in Lagos and described his stay as enjoyable during his second visit to the state and Nigeria. The statement also revealed that the YouTuber is in Lagos to follow up on projects and initiatives he plans to implement in support of children and youths across the state, indicating that his visit will focus on youth-oriented development efforts.
2. Mýa announces Reviewher first album in eight years
Funk, freedom and skating rink vibes. Mýa announces Retrospect, a project rooted in the sounds that shaped her and the culture that keeps people moving.
Read more #OnDeGriohttps://t.co/B9O6k10gBQ
— theGrio.com (@theGrio) February 4, 2026
R&B singer Mýa has announced her 10th studio album, Review, marking her first full-length release in eight years. The project, which will be released this spring via her independent label Planet 9 in collaboration with Virgin Music, will be her first album since 2018. TKO (the knockout). Mýa revealed the news during an appearance on Sherri, where she described the album as a reflection on the music that shaped her upbringing and early career. She also teased a short list of collaborators, including 21 wild And Joyner Lucas.
Review is led by the single “ASAP,” released on January 30, which combines late ’70s and ’80s funk and soul with contemporary R&B production. Co-produced by Mýa and Lamar “MyGuyMars” Edwardsreflects the song the singer described “Power and sensuality in the same breath.According to her team, the album has been in development since 2016 and serves as a personal nod to classic funk, R&B and soul influences, updated with modern elements. The announcement follows an active period for Mýa, who celebrated the 25th anniversary of ‘Fear of Flying’ in 2025, performed at the BET Awards and toured with Brandy And Monica on The Boy Is Mine tour.
3. The US sends troops to Nigeria after the December airstrikes
The US has sent a small team of troops to Nigeria, the general in charge of US command for Africa said on Tuesday, the first acknowledgment of US troops on the ground since Washington was hit by air on Christmas Day. https://t.co/aMIp9uMx04
— Reuters Africa (@ReutersAfrica) February 3, 2026
The United States has deployed a small contingent of troops to Nigeria, marking the first officially recognized military presence in the country since U.S. airstrikes targeted terrorist positions in the northwest on Christmas Day 2025. The deployment follows airstrikes ordered by the U.S. president in December. Donald Trump against what he described as Islamic State-linked targets, after indicating that further US military action could be taken in Nigeria if necessary. It was reported that prior to the attacks, the US had already been conducting surveillance flights over Nigeria from neighboring Ghana since late November, providing intelligence for the operation.
According to reports, the troop deployment comes as a result of a bilateral agreement between Nigeria and the United States aimed at boosting cooperation against escalating terrorist threats across West Africa. The Commanding General of US Africa Command (AFRICOM) spoke at a press conference. Dagvin RM Anderson said the agreement had deepened cooperation, including the deployment of a small US team with specialized capabilities to support Nigeria’s counter-terrorism efforts. The Nigerian Minister of Defense, Christopher Musaalso confirmed the presence of American personnel. Security sources said the team is likely involved in intelligence gathering and operational support against extremist groups such as Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa (ISWAP).
4. Josh D’Amaro named new Chief Executive Officer of The Walt Disney Company
Josh D’Amaro has officially been named Disney’s new CEO pic.twitter.com/654sKwOPXq
— Culture Crave 🍿 (@CultureCrave) February 3, 2026
The Walt Disney Company has announced this Josh D’Amaro as the next Chief Executive Officer, with the Board of Directors voting unanimously to elevate the Chairman of Disney Experiences to this role effective March 18, 2026. D’Amaro will succeed the former CEO Robert A. Iger following the company’s annual meeting and is expected to join Disney’s Board of Directors immediately thereafter. D’Amaro, a 28-year Disney veteran, currently leads the company’s largest business segment, Disney Experiences, which generated $36 billion in revenue in fiscal 2025 and employs approximately 185,000 Cast Members and employees worldwide. The Board of Directors commended his leadership in overseeing the largest global expansion in the segment’s history and driving growth in financial performance, creativity and guest satisfaction.
In addition to D’Amaro’s appointment, Disney announced this Dana Waldenco-chairman of Disney Entertainment, will become President and Chief Creative Officer in a newly created role, reporting directly to the new CEO. Iger, who has guided internal candidates through the succession process, will transition to Senior Advisor and remain on the Board of Directors until his retirement at the end of 2026. In a statement, D’Amaro said he was grateful for the Board’s confidence and was committed to honoring Disney’s legacy while continuing to innovate and grow the company. Iger, who has led Disney through nearly two decades of expansion and major strategic transformation since his return in 2022, expressed confidence that D’Amaro’s blend of creativity and operational excellence positions the company strongly for its next chapter.
5. Clippers trade James Harden to the Cavaliers for Darius Garland
James Harden is a Cavalier 😱
Cleveland becomes the sixth team of his NBA career 👀 pic.twitter.com/qvyx5aLe7p
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) February 4, 2026
According to multiple reports, the Los Angeles Clippers have agreed to trade James Harden to the Cleveland Cavaliers in exchange for Darius Garland and a future second-round draft pick. ESPN first reported that the deal had been completed, although it is still pending official approval from the league. The move returns 11-time All-Star Harden to the Eastern Conference during his highest-scoring season in six years.
Harden, who is averaging 25.4 points per game, has played a pivotal role in the Clippers’ turnaround after a 6-21 start and will join Cleveland as Cleveland’s newest star. Donovan Mitchell. The trademark marks Harden’s sixth NBA team, following stints with Oklahoma City, Houston, Brooklyn, Philadelphia and Los Angeles. For the Clippers, the deal signals a longer term with the acquisition of the 26-year-old Garland, a two-time All-Star who is averaging 18 points and 6.9 assists this season. Clippers coach Tyron Lue praised Harden’s impact amid reports of the trade, while the Cavaliers appear to be making a short-term jump by pairing the veteran guard with Mitchell as they look for postseason success.
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