Former Nigerian President, Olusegun Obasanjo has congratulated US President-elect, Donald Trump on his election victory. Obasanjo also pledged to work with Trump to attain a “fairer world.” The former Nigerian president made the comments via a letter dated November 9. The letter reads: “I felicitate with you, your family and everybody in your campaign for winning the presidential elections to become the 45th President of the United States of America. “Let me assure you that most of us in Africa who believe in equitability in the global affairs will work with you for a fairer world and more so, those…
Author: David Folami
Governor Adams Oshiomhole of Edo state, has apologised to those he harassed in the cause of carrying out his duties as the state CEO. Oshiomhole added that he tried to make Edo state perfect, but realised that the more effort he put in, he could not achieve it. The Edo Governor also commended members of the state executive council for their steadfastness, which he said contributed to the success of his administration. Oshiomhole said “I also know that we have had to work long hours. I recall a meeting we had, starting at 9.00am, no adjournment and staying all the…
These days, mainstream music is made for the market, and artistry is sacrificed on the altar of all that is commercial and watered down for profit. Rarely does artistry and the business behind it mix in equal proportion. And that is why new EP ‘Chemistry’ is important. It is essentially old school; a throwback to that era of pure artistry that we miss and pine for. It is like a window to a world where purity and excellence exist and the world is bathed in perfectionism and goodness. A world where unicorns run free, and a crystal-clear fountain runs through…
African icon 2Baba releases video for classic love tune ‘Hate what you do to me’. Although the song dropped with his “Ascension” album back in 2014, it feels brand new and buttresses the timelessness of the legend’s music. The video illustrates the song’s theme of a complicated love-hate relationship and takes us through an array of his confused emotions. The video was directed by UK-based video director Luke Biggins who had worked with 2baba on other videos including the award winning ‘Let Somebody Love You’. Enjoy the new visuals.
Yemi Alade releases video for ‘Tumbum’. It comes after releasing ‘Gucci Ferragamo’. The singer was recently crowned Best African Act at the MAMAs 2016 but lost out to Aramide at the AFRIMA 2016 in the Best Female Act Western Africa category. She has however been voted in Artiste of the Year category for the Headies 2016.
Skales drops new joint titled ‘Temper’ produced by the Tekno ‘Pana’ producer Krisbeatz. This follows the Jay Pizzle produced up-tempo ‘Holiday’. Download and share your thoughts on ‘Temper’.
Today is the birthday of Nigerian soul singer Bez. Bez (Emmanuel Bezhiwa Idakula) was born in the musical city of Jos. He also grew up in a musical family. His mother sang, and his father played the guitar, and they recorded their duets. Bez had an early interest in painting and sketching. Bez’s father who was a politician died when the singer was just 12. The family fell on hard times. As fate would have it, an anonymous Samaritan paid for his secondary school education. In the university Bez started singing. His following grew during his performances at Taruwa. Shortly…
Nigerian singer, Yemi Alade is the latest pop star to get featured on New York’s Fader Magazine after the likes of Wizkid, Davido and Burna Boy. In the article where Fader Magazine described Yemi Alade as the ‘Queen of Afrobeats’, she was asked, ‘As someone who doesn’t come from the wealthy background of, say, Davido, has it been harder for you to reach your goals?‘ In her response, Yemi Alade said, ‘Oooh, have I had to hustle more? There is a very big difference between Yemi Alade and Davido. You could call Davido the child of a moneyman. I am…
After thrilling ardent consumers and music lovers with the Pyjama Party as well as the ’90s themed party, premium flavoured whiskey, American Honey, will be hosting the biggest mansion party in Lagos this weekend for fun lovers and loyal customers. The event, which will hold tomorrow, Friday, November 11 at the Lagoon Crest in Lekki, will feature performances from some of the hottest young talents in Nigeria including Falz, Niniola, Koker, DJ Consequence among many others. Speaking on the forthcoming event, General Manager, Brian Munro Ltd, Abayomi Ajao commented, ‘Following numerous requests from lovers of American Honey who have had…
Nollywood actress, Tana Adelana and on-air personality, Yaw will host the upcoming Pearl Look 2016 beauty pageant holding at the Lagoon Front, Army Officer’s Mess in Victoria Island, Lagos on Saturday, November 12, 2016. Speaking on the choice of hosts, one of the organisers of the event, Olatokunbo Deji said, ‘Both personalities are widely respected for their remarkable inputs in their professions. They are flawless at what they do. We couldn’t think of other people that exhume such charisma, laced with humility. They are the guys for the job.’ The duo will be joined on stage by some of Nigerian’s…
The 19-year-old posted a steaming hot photo of herself covered in blue paint, which she called an unreleased project and we couldn’t help but wonder if she was trying to outdo big sister, Kim, who has been off social media for over a month. Kim was known as the nudist who could almost never keep her clothes on as she spent a lot of time showing us her naked body. What is Kylie trying to do? Compete with Kim? Or completely take her place. We see you, Kylie.
Mavin artiste, Aphro Di’ja, has penned a strongly worded letter to Nigerians afraid of the rumored consequences of Trump’s victory. “Maybe it is time to stop running to America everytime we have a problem in our country. It takes hitting rock bottom to hit Reset! This election should remind you there are other countries asides America. The American election should just remind you to love yourself and fix your own country. That way u have a place they cannot drive u from!” Kemi Adetiba also expressed her dissatisfaction with the US electoral results. “If EVERYONE is shocked and baffled by…
Donald Trump will be the 45th President of the United States of America after he defeated Democrat, Hillary Clinton in an election that has shocked and stunned the world. Now, controversial rapper, Azealia Banks has written a letter to Trump apologising for ‘all the stupid jokes she made’. ” I would like to apologise to Donald Trump for all the stupid jokes I made. (I was kidding),” she wrote on Instagram today, November 9, 2016. Adding, “Secondly, I would like to apologise for all the other times I was dumb enough to let the liberal media sway my opinion of…
Chidinma Okeke may have stirred up criticisms with her lesbian sex tape but she stirred up something else in Cossy Orjiakor. Even as the controversy rages on, the Nollywood actress seems to have picked up a thing or two from the disgraced beauty queen. Orjiakor thanked Okeke for opening her eyes to other uses for cucumbers, as well as thanking her for saving her a pretty penny on sex toys. The controversial actress took to Instagram to share a video of herself getting dolled up, with her famous boobs on display, writing, “Hmmm in Abuja and freaking bored…@ijeomaimoh pls sweets…
52-year-old Brad Pitt has officially been cleared of child abuse allegations by the L.A. County Department of Children and Family Services. TMZ reports the case, involving an incident between the actor and his 15-year-old son Maddox on a private jet, has been closed. According to the DCFS determined that Brad did not commit child abuse during an argument that ended with physical contact. TMZ reached out to Angelina Jolie’s representatives who say the actress feels relieved that the investigation has concluded and her children can heal. “Angelina said from the beginning that she felt she had to take action for…
Nollywood actor IK Ogbonna’s wife, Sonia, in a recent post says she’s not a trophy wife. According to a post shared by the mum-of-one on Instagram today, November 10, 2016, she’s nothing but a strong woman who changes lives around her. The blogger, life coach, relationship expert and a public relations executive at Motherland Beckons wrote, “I break the norms and I create them. I can not just “obey”. I don’t “serve”. I do MAGIC. I have superpowers. I change lives around me. I am my own kind of a woman. Imperfect, far from Saint, I am a trouble and…
Following Donald Trump’s victory yesterday, November 9, 2016, Nigerian comedian Basketmouth has declared he’s running for the Nigerian presidency come 2019. Basketmouth, who vowed to run for Nigerian presidency if Trump wins, is keeping to his promise and has now declared his intention to run in 2019. He took to Instagram yesterday, November 9, 2016, writing, “My Esteemed people, in fulfillment of my threat/promise regarding the outcome of the just concluded #uspresidentialelection . I am announcing my candidacy for the Office of the President of our dear country in the 2019 general elections. Consultations are ongoing and I will announce…
Jose Mourinho’s public criticism of Luke Shaw and Chris Smalling may have caused ripples in the news, but sources have said that there wasn’t much surprise in the Manchester United dressing room, even if the strength of the words raised a few eyebrows. Some players had been expecting more. Shaw is a popular figure within the team, for example, but there are those who believe he needs to start learning to use criticism to motivate himself. Others are of the mindset that the same could apply to the whole squad and this group needs a reality check. How to get…
The working relationship between Eden Hazard and Antonio Conte looks set to be highly productive for both men as Chelsea plot a Premier League title challenge. After a miserable 2015-16 spent struggling under the unravelling management of Jose Mourinho and battling persistent muscular injuries, Hazard is a footballer revived in both body and mind. Conte’s gruelling preseason ensured that all of his players embarked on the new campaign fully prepared for the relentless intensity of Premier League football, while the new head coach’s style in training and in matches has been as positive as it is demanding. Hazard has responded…
Roy Hodgson was spoilt for choice. He had too many strikers. He had so many to select that he named a Euro 2016 squad containing a solitary holding midfielder, Eric Dier, who also had to double up as the fourth centre-back, so the manager could accommodate them all. “I think that’s a good problem to have, shoehorning in attacking players,” he said in June. “For long periods of time, I don’t know that I’ve had that situation.” Perhaps competition for places was not as beneficial as he imagined. All five of Wayne Rooney, Harry Kane, Daniel Sturridge, Jamie Vardy and…