Weekend Beats

REMINISCE popularly known as Alaga Ibile (Chairman) in the Nigerian music industry has reacted to the criticism that his latest single Local Rappers featuring Phyno and Olamide has generated within some circles of the Hip Hop community.

Fast rising Nigerian rapper and comedian, Folarin Falana popularly known as Falz the Bad Guy has joined the likes of Olamide, Ruggedman, 2Shotz, Genevieve and other entertainers who have fashion/clothing lines.      The singer who recently announced the winner of his #ElloBae contest is partnering with Jay Osbie, an online brand and retailer for fashion-forward men…

AS Nigerians gear up for the rescheduled general elections, which will now hold on March 28 and April 11, top showbiz stars took time out to discuss burning issues facing Nigeria, as well as encourage voters, especially the youths, to exercise their civic right by participating in the process. Created by MTV Base, the Choose…

A NEW hilarious comedy series titled Akpos & Company is set to hit TV screens across the country. The comedy series, which deals on everyday life of the middle class in Nigeria, is set to redefine comedy business in contemporary Nigeria.      Akpos is a young lad, who believes in himself and his youthful…

IN appreciation of its role in helping creative minds realise their dreams, the British Council has named Bank of Industry (BoI) as the highest supporter of the creative industry in Nigeria. The U.K agency, during the fourth edition of its annual Creative Industry Awards, honoured stakeholders in the media, entertainment, fashion and business sectors in…

The weeklong anniversary celebration of Ikoyi Club 1938 will climax tomorrow with the grand finale, which holds at the club’s Table Tennis hall, starting from 30pm. Tagged Chairman’s Week, the celebration, which commenced on Tuesday with a lecture delivered by Dr. Obiageli Ezekwesili, was put together to mark the club’s 76th anniversary.     Today,…

UK born-Nigerian filmmaker, Sango is set to release his first indigenous movie titled Ido-ani. The filmmaker, who prefers to be called Sango, informed that the movie connects with who we are as Nigerians and our traditional spirituality.     “When I tell people my name is Sango and I practice Ifa, they just look at…

The weeklong anniversary celebration of Ikoyi Club 1938 will climax tomorrow with the grand finale, which holds at the club’s Table Tennis hall, starting from 30pm. Tagged Chairman’s Week, the celebration, which commenced on Tuesday with a lecture delivered by Dr. Obiageli Ezekwesili, was put together to mark the club’s 76th anniversary.     Today,…

The Expo hall of the Eko Hotel & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, was the place to be last on February 14, as fun loving Lagosians converged at the upscale venue for MTN Valentine Rave Party. The night of fun featured notable DJs, who treated the audience with both local and international hits. Indeed, it was…

THE Nigerian music industry like every other sector of the economy that Nigerians ventures into and support, has become a factor to reckon with worldwide, not just because of the support given to it, but most especially the rhythm and lyrics that are daily churn out from it. Although, it is not yet at its…

DAZZLING Mirage, a beautifully crafted love story directed by legendary filmmaker, Tunde Kelani, is finally set for release in cinemas across Nigeria.  Having held a grand premiere in November last year, and with the huge buzz that was created about the movie, many have waited in high expectation for its release.  The movie revolves around…

THE invitation for the formal announcement was not clear; no detail was given concerning the unveiling ceremony, which was held at the InterContinental Hotel, Victoria Island. But with Koko Master D’banj and R&B singer Banky W linked to the event, it was enough for showbiz reporters to show up.       In what will…