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24 Jan
The ongoing 120-hour Sew-A-Thon by talented Nigerian fashion designer Oluwaseun Kuforiji popularly known as Koil Creation has reached a remarkable milestone as he crosses the 72-hour mark. With unwavering focus and incredible skill, Koil has successfully hand-sewn 10 complete traditional outfits, showcasing the richness of African culture and craftsmanship Among the completed pieces are intricate…
24 Jan
Music artiste 1da Banton has unveiled his long-awaited EP titled ‘walk with me’. ‘Walk with me’ is 1da Banton's invitation to a journey at the heart of Afrobeats, celebrating the vibrant genre and culture born and popularized in Nigeria in the 2000s, that has revolutionised African and global music landscapes over the last two decades.…
24 Jan
Blanca Furniture, one of Nigeria’s leading indigenous furniture brands, is proud to announce its groundbreaking partnership with Turri, one of Italy’s top four furniture manufacturers and a globally recognized icon of luxury design. This collaboration marks a new era for the Nigerian furniture industry, blending world-class Italian craftsmanship with innovative Nigerian creativity. Turri: Redefining Luxury…
24 Jan
Fast-rising Nigerian singer Idowu Babatunde, better known as RBC, has announced the release date for his debut extended play (EP) titled 'Responsible Bhard Child'. The five-track body of work is set to drop on Friday, January 24, 2025. The project's tracks include 'Intro', 'Who Dey Breathe?', 'Heavy On Peace,' 'Level Up,' and 'Way Too Rough.'…
23 Jan
Global music management consultancy, MAE has launches its label service offering, extending its stellar expertise beyond music artists and labels to cater to all types of entertainers. Renowned as a powerhouse in talent management services, MAE successfully led campaigns for notable artists and labels including AWAL, Bella Shmurda, Bien, Bob Marley, Island Records, Oxlade, Sony…
23 Jan
American lyrical enchantress Dej Loaf kicks off 2025 with the release of her latest single, Up or Down, a stirring collaboration with The Bridge Mgmt, featuring Nigerian Afrobeats star Runtown and soulful Cameroonian-American singer Libianca. Together, this dynamic trio dig into the intricate tapestry of love, weaving a poignant narrative about the sacrifices and complexities…
23 Jan
Building on its recent groundbreaking partnership with TikTok, M.A.D Solutions, Africa's trailblazing digital distribution and content management company, has announced another transformative initiative—“M.A.D Solutions for Creators”—in partnership with global content giant YouTube. This strategic move puts M.A.D Solutions in position as a YouTube Creator Services Provider (CSP), setting new benchmarks for supporting creators in various…
23 Jan
Juju musician, Mr Ogunyinka Olalekan Olaitan and his musical band members have all prepared to storm United Kingdom for six months musical tour 2025. The eagle band led by Olaitan is set to embark on six months tour to perform at various venues in the UK. Their event to commence on a popular lovers day,…
23 Jan
As part of effort to promote African culture and encourage African child in diaspora, Yoruba Wahala Movie production is set for live performance in United Kingdom (UK) and it's sub hub. Yoruba Wahala Movie production has concluded plan to storm UK to showcase Nigeria custom and tradition on stage in various venues in the United…
22 Jan
……dazzles in new photoshoot Screen diva and Nollywood talented actress, Dayo Amusa is set to return to the glamorous industry. The famous actress is one of the gifts bequeathed to the industry based on God-given talents and she has more in stock with her comeback. Dayo, an actress, producer extraordinaire, and musician, who has a…
22 Jan
The release of Tunde Fisher’s new single, Attention, further reinforces the beauty and versatility of Afrobeats as a globally enjoyable and exportable genre. This vibrant soundscape, which accommodates diverse interpretations and unique expressions, offers African musicians—and potentially, global practitioners—a fertile ground for creativity. With its wide-ranging appeal, Afrobeats continues to capture hearts worldwide, and Attention…
22 Jan
Orchestras around the world rely on you to hear the music, for its synergy. And Temitope Jaiyesimi’s percussive odyssey proves that he’s a devout student of that school of thought. At a recent House of The Rock Christian gospel ensemble, this writer observed Jaiyesimi’s haunting balance with the choir, maintaining a rhythm on the Xylophone…
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