Nigerian pop star, Wizkid is looking to wrap up a pretty impressive 2016 with a ‘homecoming concert’ in Nigeria this December. The multiple award-winning star has spent a chunk of his time away from the country this year. Wizkid has been busy headlining sold out concerts in other African countries, Europe and America, a feat that has earned him more international recognition than any other African act. His reward for his international exploits this year has been countless awards. In the last two weeks, he’s won seven international awards including three wins at the 2016 MTV MAMAs in South Africa,…
Author: David Folami
West Africa’s biggest contemporary art exhibition, Art X Lagos ended on Sunday, November 6, 2016 after 3 days of interesting and unusual live art, music and gallery reviews. The event was rounded off on an incredible note with musicians Simi, Falana, Poe, Vector and Syndik8 prolific music producer, Ikon creating new music live, while being inspired by 4 young artists – Stacey Okparavero, Olatunde Alara, Yadichinma Kalu and Dricky Stickman. Notable guests such as Ruth Osime, Nkiru Anumudu, Toni Kan, Ade Laoye, Do2dtun, Reni Folawiyo, Molara Wood, Keziah Jones and many more attended the exhibition, which was refreshed by 7UP.
The 2016 MTV EMAs that held at the Ahoy Stadium, Rotterdam, Netherlands on November 6, 2016 is causing a huge confusion on the African continent and NO ONE is taking responsibility for it. While the award ceremony was going on, the verified Twitter page of MTV Base Africa announced Nigerian pop star, Wizkid as the winner of the ‘Best African Act‘ category. With the announcement, it meant that, Wizkid won the award ahead of Olamide, Black Coffee, Cassper Nyovest, and Ali Kiba. Now, there’s a twist and change of tone however. That’s after the award originally given to Wizkid now…
Nigerian pop star, Wizkid and Tanzania’s Ali Kiba are not best of friends. Their beef became public knowledge in October 2016 when America pop star Chris Brown headlined the Mombasa Rocks concert in Kenya with Wizkid and Ali Kiba as supporting acts The argument dragged for a little while and affected the concert by delaying Chris Brown’s appearance which had to be pushed to past 11 p.m. Ali Kiba finally won the contest and Wizkid performed before him. Now, a miscommunication by MTV has once again brought the two acts together. On Sunday, Wizkid was initially announced as the winner…
It’s about time North, Saint, Reign and all the Kardashian clan babies move over – the newest heir to the Kardashian dynasty is here, and she came with a beautiful name as well. Blac Chyna and Rob Kardashian have welcomed a baby girl named Dream Renee Kardashian, according to E! News. Renee is Chyna’s middle name. The new mom reportedly gave birth via C-section at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles on November 10. Rob’s sister, Khloe Kardashian, later tweeted that she was able to see the arrival of her niece, whom she calls ‘stunning.’ Chyna’s bff, Amber Rose also…
Lola Rae releases new video for song titled ‘Biko’ featuring Davido. The love story was shot in the historic town of Epe with crisp visuals and energetic dance scenes. The pair show good chemistry in the video directed by Clarence Peters.
Nollywood actor and musician, Wale Ojo, who is popular for his role in “Phone Swap,” is creating something new aimed at growing Nollywood. While appearing on Day Pass with Accelerate TV, the actor revealed that he was in the process of building an openair cinema in Lagos. “I really believe in community cinema – that is, cinema for the people,” he said. “What I’m trying to do is create a huge open-air space where everybody comes to watch a Nigerian film and pay about N150 to N200 to enjoy themselves”, Ojo added. The outdoor cinema will be located at Tafawa…
Brad Pitt has been cleared after an investigation into whether he behaved abusively toward one of his children, US media has reported. The claims centered on an alleged incident with his 15 year old son Maddox in September on a flight from France. Pitt’s wife Angelina Jolie had said that Pitt intentionally hit his son, without justification, on the plane, the celebrity website TMZ reported. Social workers interviewed the couple, their children and witnesses who were on the plane, TMZ said. The Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services concluded Wednesday that Pitt, 52, did not behave abusively,…
The wait is finally over. It has been confirmed that “On Becoming” is the title of Toke Makinwa’s book. In her memoir, fans get to meet the real Toke Makinwa, from bubbly child to lonely teenager after the devastating loss of both her parents and now one of Nigeria’s most successful media personalities. She also breaks her silence on the marriage scandal and how it changed her life, finding forgiveness and strengthening her faith in God. “On Becoming” is Toke’s journey through pain to victory. She unveiled the coming of her book on her birthday last week. “It’s my Birthday…
Nigerian-American music star, Jidenna took to twitter today, November 10, 2016, to express his disbelief at Trump winning the US election. According to him, looking at what happened in the US elections, he now has an idea how Hitler rose to power. Radio personality, Freeze however told him to stop complaining and return to Nigeria. Donald Trump won the US presidential election in a stunning victory that sent shockwaves around the world. The Republican took the states of Florida, North Carolina and Ohio and will be the 45th President of America.
About time! Rob Kardashian and Blac Chyna have welcomed their first child together. Us Weekly confirms that the model gave birth to a baby girl they have named, Dream, on Thursday, November 10, at Los Angeles’ Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California. A rep for Chyna first disclosed the news that the love birds were expecting their first child together, back in May before the then newly engaged couple shared the news via their Instagram pages. TMZ earlier reported that Chyna would be delivering her baby via C-section in the same $4,000-a-night luxury hospital suite that Kim Kardashian used when…
A UK based model with Instagram name, Goddess.Jamila has called out Runtown, claiming to be three months pregnant for him. Jamila shared an Ultrasound photo of the baby and tagged Runtown on the post. She captioned the post, “Since you won’t return any of my calls or text, for over two weeks, you have left me with no other choice than to bring this here. “This is Ultra scan of our three months old baby. Anyways, you know how and where to find us.” Although Runtown might be the newest addition to the group of celebrities with babymama’s, he is…
Rob Kardashian and Blac Chyna have welcomed their first child together. Us Weekly confirms that the model gave birth to a baby girl they have named, Dream, on Thursday, November 10, at Los Angeles’ Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California. The couple have also shared a photo of their little girl, Dream, after her birth. A rep for Chyna first disclosed the news that the love birds were expecting their first child together, back in May before the then newly engaged couple shared the news via their Instagram pages. TMZ earlier reported that Chyna would be delivering her baby via…
Charles Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy has urged the government to make corruption a treasonable offence. The entertainer who has never minced words when it comes to corruption, made the call, on Thursday, November 10, at a news conference put together by the “Occupy Unlimited” group, a civil society group that advocates good governance and corruption-free society, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports. Charly Boy, who is the National Coordinator of the group, said that corruption would be tackled more effectively and efficiently if it is made a treasonable offence. He said, “corrupt leadership has been killing ordinary…
Uche Jombo Rodriguez and her son, Matthew sure make an adorable pair every time. The Nollywood actress took to her Instagram page on November 10, 2016, to share a sweet video of her little boy ‘stepping’. Captioning the video, Jumbo wrote: “Got it from mama.” He sure does get his steps from his mum! The married mum-of-one recently celebrated her son as he turned a year older. In a picture which was shared on her Instagram page on Saturday, May 27, 2016, she wrote, “A year has gone in a blink. Matthew kenney-Chinedu Rodriguez. I Can’t believe today you are…
Technical Adviser of the Super Eagles, Gernot Rohr has revealed that John Mikel Obi’s place in the team will not be affected by his lack of playing time at Chelsea. Mikel is yet to make an appearance for Chelsea this season under Antonio Conte, but Rohr is not concerned about it because the midfielder has been training well. Rohr also believes that the midfielder is being punished for representing Nigeria in the 2016 Olympic Games. “We spoke about Mikel when I was at Chelsea last month,” Rohr is quoted to say by Kwesé Sports. “He trains very well with the…
Chelsea midfielder John Mikel Obi has revealed that he is ready to leave the club in January after failing to make Antonio Conte’s team. Mikel Obi has been out of the team since he returned from the Rio 2016 Olympic Games where he played and won bronze for Nigeria in the football event. Conte has preferred the midfielder partnership N’Golo Kante and Nemanja Matic leaving the Nigeria international out. The lack of playing time is getting to Mikel who says he might leave Chelsea in January. “We will wait and see what happens in January,” the 29-year-old midfielder told ESPN.…
Italy midfielder Marco Verratti categorically dismissed the possibility of him leaving Paris Saint-Germain on Thursday and insisted that no player was worth 100 million euros ($108.9 million). The 24-year-old has regularly been the subject of media reports linking him with a move away from Paris, with Chelsea, Bayern Munich and Juventus all said to be chasing his signature. “They say that I’m worth 100 million euros? I think no one is worth that much. It’s an exaggerated figure for everybody,” said Verratti, ahead of Saturday’s 2018 World Cup qualifier in Liechtenstein. “I even think it’s bad to know that you…
Jose Mourinho is ready to launch a spectacular bid to bring Mesut Ozil to Manchester United next summer if he fails to agree a new contract with Arsenal. Ozil has been in fine form for the Gunners this season, scoring seven times in 13 appearances, but Mourinho, who managed the Germany international at Real Madrid will attempt to take advantage of any breakdown in contract talks, according to the Sun. Ozil reportedly earns £140,000-a-week, making him Arsenal’s highest earner on a deal that runs until 2018. But the Sun suggests he would be offered £250,000-a-week by United, way in excess…
Argentina captain Lionel Messi has said his side need a “drastic change” if they are to qualify for the 2018 World Cup after Edgardo Bauza’s men suffered 3-0 loss to Brazil on Thursday. Goals from Philippe Coutinho, Neymar and Paulinho secured a memorable win for Brazil over rivals Argentina in Belo Horizonte. The result sees Brazil top of CONMEBOL qualifying by a point, while Argentina are sixth in the 10-team standings, with the top four automatically qualifying for the tournament in Russia in two years’ time. Barcelona star Messi told Ole newspaper: “We need to change our mental approach. If…