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Rising Nigerian artist Relish opens up about his journey, blending Afro highlife and Afrofusion, and his mission to connect with fans through heartfelt music.
25 Nov
In the ever-evolving world of Nigerian music, Augustine Nwankwo, better known as Relish, is emerging as a fresh voice with a unique sound. Born in Bauchi on August 1st and hailing from Anambra State, Relish’s journey into music reflects the diversity of his experiences across Nigeria. In a recent interview, the artist opened up about…
14 Nov
Afro-soul singer and songwriter Ayola recently brought his infectious energy to Clout Africa's live stage, delivering an electrifying performance of "Life I Want," a single off his sophomore album of the same title. Backed by a talented live band, his star power shone brightly as he commanded the stage with his soulful vocals and effortless…
8 Nov
In today’s digital age, social media has become a powerful platform for discovering and promoting new musical talent. For many Nigerian artists, social media has been the gateway to a successful music career, allowing them to connect with fans, showcase their skills, and gain recognition from major industry players. Here’s a list of the top…
23 Oct
On Saturday, 26 October 2024, Bloom Art will unveil Uniting Forms, a landmark exhibition celebrating Nigeria’s sculptural talent at its Victoria Island art salon. Curated by Ugoma Ebilah, the visionary founder of Bloom Art, this exhibition highlights the creative prowess of eight renowned Nigerian artists working across various sculptural media. Known for pioneering dynamic cultural…
Bullion Records artist GyC embarks on a major tour across Kenya, South Africa, and Mozambique from September to October 2024, promoting African unity through music.
16 Sep
Bullion Records' star artist, Fortune Kingsley, popularly known as GyC, is set to embark on a highly anticipated tour across Southern and East Africa. The tour will take GyC and the executive team of Bullion Records to Kenya, South Africa, and Mozambique. This strategic tour will further expand the label's growing influence on the African…
7 Sep
Edo State-born, Italy-based singer and songwriter, George Imadiyi, known professionally as Gmoney Imadiyi, has just unveiled his fourth studio album titled OBO on September 6, 2024. This highly anticipated album follows the success of his third album, Royalty, and marks another milestone in his musical journey. The title OBO, which translates to “hand” in the…
29 Aug
Oluwabamise Lukman Abioro, better known as Young Duu, is steadily carving out a niche for himself in the ever-evolving Nigerian music industry. During a candid interview with TMY Podcast, Young Duu opened up about his journey, reflecting on his beginnings, the challenges he’s faced, and the triumphs that have shaped his burgeoning career. READ MORE:…
10 Jun
Wini Lizbet, a gifted Nigerian artist, has carved out a remarkable musical path defined by resilience, cultural pride, and a unique blend of traditional and contemporary sounds. Born and raised in southeastern Nigeria, Wini's musical career began in 2016, deeply rooted in the traditional African music that influenced her upbringing. This dedication to her cultural…
30 Apr
His soft vocals and ambient melodies are among the first things to set him apart. Celo, born Eloghosa Marcel, is one of the untapped gems in the Nigerian music scene, pushing their art to the spotlight with rare gusto. In the imminent soft-pop takeover, thanks to the global impact from Ckay, Rema, Tems, and a…
25 Mar
Snazzy the Optimist kicks off the year with a new tune set to redefine the Nigerian music scene. The track was produced by the South African Award-winning producer Eternal Africa, a platinum record producer whose credentials boast collaborations with music industry heavyweights like Orlando Julius, Honorebel, Snoop Dog, DJ Neptune, Patoranking, just to mention a…
3 Feb
Rotimi Akinfenwa a.k.a “Rotimikeys,” is one of Nigeria’s most gifted music producers. He is a songwriter, arranger, music director, sound engineer, sound designer and consultant. As producer, musician and consultant, he has worked with artistes such as Salife Keita, Yemi Alade, Asa, Simi, Omawunmi, Bez, Cobhams, Tosin Martins, Niyola, Waje, Flavour, Nathaniel Bassey, Segun Obe,…
1 Feb
Rising Nigerian music sensation, Mreal, has spoken of his dream to ignite the country"s music scene with his melodious Afro Beat and Afro pop tunes. Mreal, whose real name is George Gabriel Mgbe, is a songwriter, entertainer and performing artist all rolled into one. Having started his music career at a young age, with style…

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Stakeholders in the education sector have said that a relevant and sustainable tertiary education system is crucial for Africa, as it would bridge the skills gap between what universities teach and what industries demand. According to the experts, the gap exists because academic institutions often fail to equip students with the skills required in the…
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Chancellor and founder of Igbinedion University Okada (IUO), Chief Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion, has said the university is at
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Frank Lampard's first game as Coventry manager ended in a 2-2 draw as Victor Torp's late penalty rescued the former England star from a debut defeat against Cardiff on Saturday. Lampard has taken charge of Championship side Coventry on a two-and-a-half year contract after his long-serving predecessor Mark Robins was surprisingly sacked on November 7.…
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The Nile University of Nigeria has awarded full postgraduate scholarships to its top five overall best-graduating students. This was announced by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Dilli Dogo, during the institution's 12th convocation ceremony in Abuja, where over 1,800 undergraduate and postgraduate students graduated. The top five students include three perfect scorers: David Arungbemi (Computer Engineering), Chinomso…
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A group of young investors under the Abral Development Initiative (ADI) has partnered with the Kwara State government to launch a briquette made from organic raw materials, serving as an alternative to traditional charcoal. Speaking at the flag-off of the Universal Climate Initiative (UCI) in Ijagbo, Oyun Local Government Area of the state, the group's…
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No fewer than 2,500 small scale business owners have accessed the N50,000 Federal Government’s loan scheme in Sokoto state. Hajiya Habiba Sambawa, the Manager of Bank of Industry (BOI) in-charge of Sokoto, Kebbi and Zamfara States, disclosed this at a town hall meeting organized on Friday in Sokoto. Sambawa said the support was part of…