Yemi Alade
16 Dec
Since its debut on September 5, 2024, BET Africa’s Off the Top has taken the continent by storm, offering an unfiltered, exhilarating peek into the lives of Africa’s biggest stars. Hosted by the ever-charismatic VJ Adams, the show features a star-studded lineup of influential figures from music, comedy, film, and content creation. The show delivered…
23 Nov
To address concerns on Menstrual Health and Hygiene (MHH), a new campaign, combining music, film ad advocacy is aimed at shattering the silence.
Population Services International (PSI) Nigeria, in partnership with Afrobeats
10 Nov
The 2025 Grammy nominations have rolled in, and African musicians are making waves, showing the world the power and appeal of the continent’s sounds. This year, artists from Nigeria and beyond have snagged multiple nominations, proving that African music is no longer just a rising trend but a force that has truly arrived on the…
8 Nov
Yemi Eberechi Alade, better known as Yemi Alade, has just earned her first Grammy nomination for the 2025 Best African Music Performance category. Known for her dynamic stage presence and powerful vocals, Yemi has consistently highlighted African sounds and storytelling on the global stage. The song which earned her the nomination is Tomorrow, which was…
8 Nov
Nigerian artistes, Wizkid, Burna Boy, Davido, Asake, Yemi Alade, Lojay, Rema, and Tems have all been nominated for the 67th Grammy Awards. Wizkid, nominated for his hit ‘MMS’, lands his 5th Grammy nod in the newly introduced Best African Music Performance category, which also features Burna Boy’s ‘Higher’ in what marks his 11th Grammy nomination.…
24 Sep
It was music like never heard and seen before, as Afropop queen, Yemi Eberechi Alade, well known as Yemi Alade on Saturday, September 21, held France capital city, Paris hostage with an unforgettable concert
13 Sep
Spotify, online music streaming platform has announced Afropop sensation, Yemi Alade as its EQUAL Africa artiste for the month of September. READ ALSO:Yemi Alade Debunks Claim Of Sexual Harassment For Awards Phiona Okumu, Spotify’s Head of Music for Sub-Saharan Africa, disclosed this in a statement on Friday in Lagos. The head…
28 Mar
Nigerian singer, Yemi Alade, has debunked a claim credited to her that she was not getting awards because she refused to give in to sexual demands from organisers. “So yall gonna start creating false stories every time you get bored; SMH, stupidity at its peak, very unintelligent write-up," Yemi Alade said in an Instagram reel…
15 Jan
On the cusp of her electrifying performance at the 2023 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) opening ceremony in Côte d'Ivoire, Yemi Alade, the self-proclaimed Mama Africa, exuded both musical prowess and sisterhood. Sharing a video clip captioned "Africa our time is NOW!!" she sparked joy and anticipation among fans. However, one individual, lurking under the…
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