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21 Jun 2023
The winner of the Nigerian Idol Season 5, Ogunrombi Olakunle Koya professionally known as K Peace has been snapped up by Huzzle Records record label owned by Babatunde Oyebode popularly known as Baudex. K Peace, who revealed things had been rough after winning the popular reality show, was elated with the union with the record…
17 Jun 2023
If you follow the Nigerian music community closely, especially on social media, you might have come across a ruckus about ‘old cats’ and ‘new cats’, after a popular musician referenced it in a viral interview.
17 Jun 2023
Talented singer and EeZee Conceptz’s signee, Duoye Ajeh, description of himself as a “true worshipper” his reflected in his latest single titled, “Dwelling in your Presence.”
16 Jun 2023
The organisers of Felabration have announced that this year's edition of the annual music festival, in memory and celebration of Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, will hold from Monday 9th to Sunday 15th of October 2023. This was announced in a press release made available to journalists in Lagos on Friday, 16th June, 2023. The theme for this…
16 Jun 2023
Teased as the pioneer of ‘Afro Depression’, a humorous-yet-apt description of his style of emotive RnB, Nigerian singer Omah Lay has upped his ante with the deluxe of his iconic Boy Alone debut. Featuring exciting duets with American superstar, Justin Bieber, as well as Latino maverick Ozuna, among others, the 20-track deluxe includes six new…
15 Jun 2023
Mavin Records boss Don Jazzy and, Popular Nigerian rapper Olamide, have hailed "Rema's" calm-down as the most streamed African song. Don Jazzy retweeted and captioned the post from Rema" with the caption, "Na Baba GOD Dey run am". https://twitter.com/DONJAZZY/status/1669049855287648270?t=w9tCJSG8wxrs5dYL_JRJEQ&s=19 Meanwhile, Rema’s ‘Calm Down’ continued to soar high as it moved two places to peak at…
14 Jun 2023
Netherlands-based Nigerian gospel singer, Elvis Ediagbonya popularly known as Elvis E has shared his story of a humble beginning and journey into the music world. The Amazing Grace singer said it was the hands of God that paved the way for him and staunchly believed that without God he wouldn't have become what he is…
13 Jun 2023
The excitement on the tour bus was palpable. From young kids to grandmothers, the Australians had come to Seoul with one aim: to celebrate 10 years of their favourite K-pop band BTS.
10 Jun 2023
If you haven’t watched the 2019 Nollywood Epic blockbuster, Return of The Billionaires, there are still high chances you have heard the official soundtrack (OST) dubbed, “Billionaire (Onye Ji Cash)”. The comic soundpiece, composed and performed by Stanley Okorie, joined the litany of Nollywood OSTs to go viral on social media, earlier in the year.
10 Jun 2023
For fast rising Nigerian artist, Esor Raphael Ibonhinsi better known as Eminla he had hoped his parents would be alive to see his career taking shape. According to the Cross River State born musician, he is eager to shoot his music to greater heights to become a super star. "Basically I would say I’m here…
Little Mix The cure
7 Jun 2023
Leigh-Anne Pinnock, the beloved Little Mix star, has delighted fans by sharing a sneak peek of her highly anticipated debut solo single, DSL. Taking to social media on Tuesday evening, the pop sensation unveiled a captivating snippet of the track, accompanied by futuristic visuals that showcased her sleek and mature style. As part of the…
6 Jun 2023
A multi-dimensional singer, songwriter and producer, Elijah Oyelade, has disclosed that his music is focused on drawing people, especially the youth closer to God. Although the Oyo-born gospel artist's passion and drive towards gospel music is traceable to his teenage years, he eventually made a professional entry into the music ecosystem in 2010 with the…

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Nigerian Afrofusion sensation, Bose Johnson has unveiled her latest single, 'Kite."
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Iranian goalkeeper Hossein Hosseini has been banned by the Iranian Football federation for Hugging a female fan after a football game. The goalkeeper was banned and fined of approximately #6.2Million for his actions which is against the country's policy as far as both genders are concerned. The incident unfolded when a female supporter's hijab slipped,…
1 day ago
Nigerian chess master and founder, ‘Chess in Slums Africa’, Tunde Onakoya has returned to Nigeria after he broke the Guinness World Record for the longest time playing chess without losing a game. Onakoya broke the record of Norwegian players, Hallvard Haug Flatebø and Sjur Ferkingstad, who played for 56-hour, 9-minute in 2018. He made his…

Music

20 Apr
The music at the opening day of The Fabric of Courage, Somi’s week-long exhibition of the remarkable archives of the World Black Festival of Arts and Culture (FESTAC), which held for the second time it occurred, back in 1977, was a marvel to listen to.
20 Apr
David Adedeji Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, is a Nigerian-American singer, songwriter, record producer, and actor. He was born on November 21, 1992 in Atlanta, Georgia, United States, to Nigerian parents Adedeji and Vero Adeleke. Davido is one of the most successful musician in Nigeria and Africa at large, with lot's of good Songs and…
20 Apr
As the 2024 edition of the music reality competition, Nigerian Idol, premieres tomorrow, ardent followers of the show are already buzzing with excitement and ready to root for their favourite contestants.
13 Apr
For decades, Port Harcourt city has nestled some of Afrobeats’ biggest stars. From Ajebo Hustlers to Omah Lay, Timaya, Burna Boy, Mercy Chinwo and many others, the garden city has become a birthplace of music stars renowned mostly for their unique artistries.
12 Apr
The highly anticipated unveiling ceremony of Fortune Kingsley, a.k.a. GyC ,  to the Bullion Records took place on Friday,  April 12, 2024, at the South East Asia Restaurant, Ikeja, Lagos. The event unfolded with grandeur and excitement, marking a significant milestone in the Nigerian music industry. Esteemed guests, including international music promoter Alhaji Ademola A.J…

Film

3 days ago
After a successful 10-week training programme, the British Council Film Lab Africa programme has announced the selection of 20 grant recipients in the short film and microfilms categories for opportunities to get funding for their various film projects. Brenda Fashugba, British Council's Creative Economy Lead, Sub Saharan Africa and Head of Arts Nigeria made the…
19 Apr
Eniola Ajao's new movie "Ajakaju" has continued to smash box office records, crossing the N2OOmillion mark less than a month after its release. The indigenous epic film, co-produced by Anthills Studio and distributed by FilmoneNg, has captured the hearts of audiences across Nigeria, crossing the impressive N200 million mark in ticket sales, according to data…
16 Apr
Roy Madu, also known as the Towncrier is a man who loves his crafts so dearly. That is why, he never stops showing his creative side and telling African Stories through the art of filmmaking and making creative sounds. Madu's audacity to challenge norms and present authentic black African narrative in a most relatable manner…
6 Apr
They have been consistent as the ‘eastern stars’. Since they took the decision to venture into acting in 1999, the ever charming and delectable Chidinma and Chidebere Aneke, aka Aneke Twins, have not looked back.
6 Apr
The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) and some non-governmental organisations have agreed to continue their collaboration to reduce the effects of tobacco and other harmful products towards achieving a ‘SmokefreeNollywood’.