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Entertainment Roundup: Wizkid records more feats | Duncan Mighty visits militants | More Stories

Here are the top stories from yesterday and some stories that unraveled while you slept – and are now buzzing this morning. Is Linda Ikeji in trouble with FIRS over N75m tax evasion? Wizkid records with US rapper, French Montana (WATCH) Duncan Mighty ‘meets’ with Niger Delta Avengers. 5 reasons Seyi Shay needs to ‘shut... Read More

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June 23, 2016

Duncan Mighty ‘meets’ with Niger Delta Avengers

Rivers state born singer, Duncan Mighty has claimed to have met with the aggrieved militant group, Niger Delta Avengers. The singer who is an Ambassador for the Niger Delta region disclosed this in an Instagram post. Duncan Mighty said he had a successful meeting with the group. https://www.instagram.com/p/BG9ixF5rlGl/?taken-by=duncanmighty The Niger Delta Avengers are responsible for major bombings... Read More

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June 23, 2016

Wizkid records with US rapper, French Montana (WATCH)

After visiting the Dominican Republic for the video-shoot of his Mamcita collaboration with Tinie Tempah, Nigerian Afro-pop singer, Wizkid headed to New York where he immediately went into a studio session with ace producer, Swizz Beatz. Not done with the string of international collaborations, the Starboy is presently working on a new joint with Coke Boys rapper – French Montana. Watch videos of... Read More

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Cristiano Ronaldo sets goal-scoring record (WATCH)

While the world was swooning over Lionel Messi‘s record breaking free-kick at the Copa America, pressure was mounting on his rival, Cristiano Ronaldo – who had to prove he could use his club-winning form to rescue Portugal from an embarrassing exit from the group stage of the Euros. As expected of the quality of his talent,... Read More

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Pastor Adeboye, Ban Ki-Moon meet to discuss ‘global peace’

On Tuesday, June 21, 2016 the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye met with Mr. Ban Ki-Moon, the United Nations Secretary General. The rationale behind the meeting was to explore opportunities for the UN system to leverage the influence of the RCCG and it’s leadership in facilitating inter-faith harmony... Read More

‘Beast of no Nation’ child star to feature in new Spiderman movie

They say big things come in small packages. This has been the story of young Abraham Attah, whose role as a child soldier alongside Hollywood hunk, Idris Elba in the award-winning movie Beast of no Nation, has opened for him, international doors of opportunities. The young actor is about to live almost every child’s dream as he... Read More

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Here’s how the late Stephen Keshi will be buried

The family of the late Stephen Keshi has announced the burial arrangements of the former Super Eagles player and coach. The funeral lineup includes a number of activities such as a tribute night in Abuja, church service and novelty football match in Benin City while his funeral will hold in his home town of Illah. This... Read More

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Yemi Alade drops dance video for ‘Koffi Annan’ (WATCH)

Yemi Alade has dropped a new video for the bonus track Koffi Annan off her Mama Africa album. The song was produced by Philkeyz and the video was shot by Paul Gambit.

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‘It’s been hard baby, we want you back’ – OJB’s wife

These are difficult times for the loved ones of late producer, OJB Jezreel – who lost his battle with cancer last week at the age of 49. His second wife, June Ama took to Instagram to share a heart-wrenching tribute to her late husband. In the moving post, she explained how the powerful words of her sons have comforted... Read More

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‘Hypocrite Fayose is immature in his criticism of Buhari’s family’

First lady, Aisha Buhari on Tuesday night, lashed out at Ekiti state Governor, Ayo Fayose, in a series of tweets – for linking her to her to the bribery scandal involving US Congressman, William Jefferson. While some have questioned the First Lady’s judgement to come after Fayose, Cool FM OAP, Daddy Freeze thinks she has the absolute right to... Read More

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Wizkid ‘plans’ to be first African artist to sell out London’s O2 Arena

While a US takeover with the One Africa concert in New York is still in the works, Wizkid is cooking up another plan to solidify his status in the UK. The singer suggestively revealed on twitter that he aims to hold a concert at the 20,000 capacity O2 arena in London – a concert he hopes to... Read More

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The winners and moments from the 2016 Prestige Nigeria Education Awards

The premiere edition of the Prestige Nigeria Education Awards held on Wednesday 15th June 2016 amidst glitz and glamour at the Classique Events Place, Ikeja. The event was hosted by the queen of Rainbow fm – Boyelicious, and ace comedian – CeeY. There were amazing performances that kept the guests at the edge of their... Read More

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Ex-International football star pays surprise visit to COPA Coca-Cola teens (WATCH)

Legendary ex-international football star, Mutiu Adepoju, who is popularly known as The Headmaster, was at the COPA Coca-Cola coaching clinic not just to watch from the sidelines, but stopped by in his training shoes, to motivate the young football players with drills and inspirational words at the training clinic in Ibadan. The 2016 COPA Coca-Cola U-15... Read More

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5 reasons Seyi Shay needs to ‘shut up’, as advised by Wizkid

On Sunday night, Seyi Shay once again drew the ire of Nigerians after yet another TV blunder. The Pack N’ Go singer appeared on a television show in Jamaica where she claimed that Wizkid originally owns the One Dance track… not Drake. Wizkid however, took to Twitter to deny this claim saying the singer lied; he then told her to desist... Read More

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Messi becomes Argentina’s highest goal scorer of all-time (WATCH)

All eyes were on Lionel Messi – on Tuesday night during Argentina’s Copa America semifinal clash with host, USA at the NRG Stadium – to see if he could etch his name into the history books by becoming Argentina’s all time goal scorer; and as usual, he set a new record in spectacular fashion. Argentina cruised into the... Read More

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Entertainment Roundup: OJB’s funeral lineup announced | Grammy honours Nigerians | More Stories

Here are the top stories from yesterday and some stories that unraveled while you slept – and are now buzzing this morning. OJB Jezreel to be buried July 4-8 [DETAILS]. Runtown ‘free to perform anywhere in the world’ – Record label. Grammy Museum to honour 2face, Sir Victor Uwaifo, Laolu Senbanjo, others. Terry G is... Read More

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You can be a winner in the Team Naija Rio 2016 Olympics Telethon raffle draw

Stand a chance to win up to N10 million and other awesome prizes in the Rio 2016 Olympics Telethon Raffle from Team Naija. To win, follow the following instructions: Text RIO to 35818 to qualify for the daily and weekly draws. Or enter Online at entertherio2016telethonraffle.teamnaija.organd pay N100 via Remita platform. Each entry costs just One Hundred Naira!! The more... Read More

Instagram has over 500 million monthly users

Instagram has announced that it now has more than 500 million monthly actives, and more than 300 million who use the app daily. The photo and short video app’s monthly user base more than doubled in size over the past two years, adding 100 million active users faster than the previous 100 million, more than... Read More

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Here are the top 10 Nigerian Youtube stars

They are everywhere now. On mobile phones, handheld devices, laptops and even your trusty old desktop. Videos have become an essential part of pop culture and for Generation Z- the kids born with the tech-gene, sharing videos of the things they love, hate or love to hate, has become almost as important as breathing. The... Read More

Grammy Museum to honour 2face, Sir Victor Uwaifo, Laolu Senbanjo, others

Some selected memorabilia from different African artistes will be put on display at the Grammy Museum. The works will include handwritten lyrics, costumes and rare instruments from African winners and nominees of both the Grammy Awards and the BET Awards. They will be displayed at the “Sounds of Africa” exhibition. The works of artistes such... Read More

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Dangote loses $3.7bn as naira’s value drops

On Monday, the richest man in Africa, Aliko Dangote suffered a gigantic financial hit. As a result of the new foreign exchange policy initiated by the federal government, Dangote lost $3.7 billion. According to Bloomberg, the Nigerian billionaire’s loss saw him drop 25 places on its Billionaires Index. The financial setback suffered by Dangote caused him to fall from 71... Read More

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Runtown ‘free to perform anywhere in the world’ – Record label

We reported earlier that Runtown and his record label, Ericmany have sorted out their differences. An official statement from the record label has confirmed that both parties have indeed let bygones be bygones. The statement from Ericmany Entertainment indicates that the artiste is back with the label and is free to perform anywhere in the world –... Read More

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Entertainment Roundup: Wizkid creates ‘bangers’ | 2face says wife, baby-mama are chummy | More Stories

Here are the top stories from yesterday and some stories that unraveled while you slept – and are now buzzing this morning.‘Something Good is Happening’ in Brymo’s life (WATCH). Wizkid hooks up with super fan, Swizz Beatz for a collaboration. Seyi Sodimu features US singer, K. Michelle on remix of ‘Love me Jeje’ (WATCH). Olamide... Read More

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Terry G is forgiven… go forth and slap DJs no more

Terry G has been forgiven by the DJs Association of Nigeria (DJAN), for slapping DJ Phreez during a performance which held two weeks ago. Following his violent conduct, DJAN instructed all its members to stop playing Terry G’s songs. The association has now lifted the nationwide ban placed on Terry G‘s music following his remorseful public apology and... Read More

Like Skales, Runtown ‘settles rift’ with record label

Runtown and his record label, Ericmany may have learnt a thing or two from Skales‘ resolution with Baseline music. According to the NET, Runtown and Ericmany have now settled out of court following their June 14 hearing in New York. The website’s source claims that the artiste will remain with the record label for one more year and... Read More

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Davido parties with Trey Songz in Atlanta (WATCH)

On Sunday night, while Wizkid was working on ‘bangers’ with Swizz Beatz in New York, Davido was in Atlanta partying with R&B superstar Trey Songz at a nightclub. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cP6_YwLc2-8 Trey Songz on his visit to Lagos in December, confirmed that he had a collaboration in the works with Davido. The song is reportedly titled Won Le... Read More

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June 20, 2016

Tonye Cole, Seyi Law, First Lady of Lagos State, others step out for the launch of Inspaya (PHOTOS)

The grand launch of the original TV documentary show, Inspaya held yesterday at the Sheraton Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos. Inspaya is a flagship documentary with the theme ‘Real People, Real Testimonies’. It is a documentary that records and delivers the stories and testimonies of everyday people in their own words. Inspaya is founded by Evangelist Banji... Read More

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June 20, 2016

Annie and my baby mama, Pero are ‘best of friends’ – 2face (WATCH)

A few weeks ago, Annie Idibia got into a nasty fight with the sister of 2face‘s baby-mama, Pero Adeniyi – who accused her of being jealous that the singer visited his children with Pero in the United States. The African Queen singer who has been quiet on the incident, has now spoken up in a video posted on Annie’s Snapchat. In the video,... Read More

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June 20, 2016

Swiss Education Group debuts hospitality workshop (PHOTOS)

On Saturday, the Swiss Education Group hosted its first African Hospitality Workshop at the Eko Hotel Lagos. The six hour event was targeted at presenting the opportunities in the hospitality industry to young Nigerians interested in the Tourism and hospitality industry. The participants were introduced to business opportunities in the tourism industry, likely problems to... Read More