by Taiwo Damilola Headies nominated IcePrince Zamani finally drops a video for his second single Superstar! Produced by Jesse Jagz and directed by Katung Aduwak, the video features cameo appearances by the GRIP Boiz, Eddie Madaki, Jesse Jagz and other Nigerians on the social scene in London. The single is the second off IcePrince’s long awaited... Read More
by Ada Igboanugo If you’ve seen the trailer, the question plaguing your mind probably is ‘how can a single train cause so much damage and chaos? What is about to pop out of the remnant of the damaged train?’ Super 8 is based on a script written and directed by JJ Abrams. As to the... Read More
by Yomi Kazeem In this day and age when every step is scrutinized and analyzed, one has to tread carefully. Very carefully. Nigerians are filled with angst, all of which is directed at the politicians of our time who have steered us away from proverbial Eldorado with steady, unnerving and hapless consistency. As such, in... Read More
culled from Y! Issue4 Why do you sing? I sing simply because I love it. It just brings a wonderful feeling I can’t explain. There’s nothing as good and passionate as doing what you love. Tell us about your music. Well, Glenn’s music is pretty much a blend of different wine. I like to think... Read More
by Ayodotun Osunkojo How many times has this been said? Too many, but have we ever stopped to think it through, maybe? I dare say this is one of the highest truths ever. Out of life’s many realities and the discoveries of man, this is a unique “revelation”. What exactly does this mean anyway? I,... Read More
by Taiwo Damilola As always, the spaceshipboi knows how distinguish himself from everyone else. IBK goes beyond the competition to drop a message through hot lyrical delivery. He teams up with mix Engineer Olaitan Dada on the Don Jazzy produced ‘Enigma’ beat. Enjoy! IBK Spaceshipboi – Enigma (I have a dream)
by Ifreke Inyang [@ifreke] Once more, YNaija congratulates @GbagaunDetector who emerged as the overall Twitter Personality for the First Quarter. Imisioluwa as he is otherwise called, finished ahead of @DrewBaba, @exschoolnerd, @eLDeethedon, @WaleGafar, @Tayo_Alayo, @MoCheddah, @TweetOracle and @Chukie_Lynxxx in the final polls and was announced the winner at the first #Hashtag party that held on... Read More
by Taiwo Damilola Young artistes are clearly on the rise all over the world, and Abdulwahab ‘Shayne’ Ayoola, Africa’s youngest music producer, rapper, singer and songwriter fits right into the group. Born on October 16, 1995, the young star got into music at the age of 12 when he teamed up with other youngsters to... Read More
by Ifreke Inyang The organizers of the popular annual music awards, The Headies (which used to be known as HipHopWorld Awards) have announced the nominees for this year via the official website www.theheadies.com, and on the Beat 99.9 FM yesterday. Chocolate City rapper Ice Prince, tops the list with nine nominations. The rapper behind the monstrously... Read More
by Taiwo Damilola Akwa Ibom born Sleek Daniell discovered his passion when he fell in love with music at the age of 12. He started as a break dancer, mimicking dance moves by the late pop star Michael Jackson, Usher Raymond, Sisqo and Ginuwine. Professionally, he started as an artist in 2004 when he recorded... Read More
by Yemi Olowu Wasiu is a 27 year old Nigerian, who currently resides in Moscow. He has done every kind of modelling, you name it – runway, commercial, underwear, catalogue, swimwear, and also nude art. “Well, there are lots of challenges, I can’t mention all. You have to be prepared at all times, you can’t... Read More
by Yemi Olowu 23 year old Ayo Agunbiade is the creative director of Naledi’s Clothing, who first showcased her collection at the YNaija #Hashtag party in July. The graduate of Banking and Finance from Covenant University, Otta, who is also a lover of God, fashion, good food and thriller novels lets us into the world... Read More
by Chi Ibe Over 300 job positions in Nigeria. Check them out below! Project Managers, Electrical Engineers, Mechanical Engineers http://www.getnaijajobs.com/project-managers-electrical-engineers-mechanical-engineers-t8488.html Oil & Gas Coy: Mechanical/Piping Designer /Auto Cad Engineer http://www.getnaijajobs.com/oil-gas-coy-mechanical-piping-designer-auto-cad-engineer-t8481.html Oil & Gas Coy: OIMR Vessel Rep, Document Controller http://www.getnaijajobs.com/oil-gas-coy-oimr-vessel-rep-document-controller-t8480.html ROV Specialist – Deep Water, Rotating Equipment Engineer http://www.getnaijajobs.com/rov-specialist—deep-water-rotating-equipment-engineer-t8479.html Leading Oil & Gas company recruiting,... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche The doubly talented duo Peter and Paul Okoye, current wave-making sensation Wizkid and talented rapper Ice Prince will all perform at the 2011 Afrobeats festival in London. The carnival is set to hold at the HMV Apollo Hammersmith London on Sunday 28th, August and will be hosted by DJ Abrantee of Choice... Read More
by Stanley Azuakola Nollywood shines again The countdown is on to the most anticipated event of the year: the release and screening of six new thrillers from the stables of the award winning producer of Iyawo Obama. The event will take place next Sunday at the Silverbird Cinema, Lagos. The movies to be screened include... Read More
by Ifeanyi Dike Jr Title: Moments with Mo Category: Television Executive Producer: Mo Abudu IT’S common to find people attempting to compare Moments with Mo to the Oprah Winfrey Show. I think the only similarity between them is the sitting arrangement. The show gets a lot of DSTV street cred, so there are high expectations.... Read More
by The Toolsman Two out of three theory? I’m sure some readers are wondering what the heck that is. Well, just as it is, two out of three, thats all a woman needs to meet the “I’ll bed you/I’ll wife you” criteria for most guys. You might have heard guys talking about TAF, TFA or... Read More
by Taiwo Damilola ‘Carnival Queen’ is the fresh single from rapper Cyrus tha Virus. A potential monster party hit, Cyrus takes a step away from his usual style and manages to deliver high-octane, adrenaline pumping music already making its way to dance halls, clubs playlists and radios all over the country. Listen to the track... Read More
by Taiwo Damilola Model and singer, Ego, has released songs like ‘Omalicha’ and ‘Thinking about you’, and now she gives fans her new offering, ‘Alcohol’. Ego Omalicha (born Jennnifer Oduah), made an impressive debut with the release of ‘Omalicha’, written and produced by Harrysong and Del B. She was featured on the popular MTV Iggy... Read More
by Ifreke Inyang Who said what last week! “Lawmakers failed to ask the CBN governor very probing questions about the workability of the Islamic bank, the plot to Islamise the country which has already begun by re-introduction of Arabic symbols in the nation’s currency notes, and why Lamido Sanusi is using state funds to promote Islamic... Read More
by Taiwo Damilola Self styled Akpako master Terry G, covers Chaka Demus & Pliers’ hit from back in the day, ‘Murder She Wrote’ to give us his version titled (quite naturally), ‘Akpako Bum Bum’. As always, Terry G shows the utmost regard for good music. Listen to the track below. Terry G-Akpako Bum Bum
by Taiwo Damilola Nigerian superstars, Wizkid and Mo’Cheddah were on hand to amplify the stage at the finale of the 6th season of Big Brother Africa, with Wizkid performing ‘Holla At Your Boy’ and Mo Cheddah, ‘Ko Ma Roll’. Watch their brief performances below! WizKid & MoCheddah Performance At BBA6 Finale
by Taiwo Damilola The Eberipapa 1 of Bayelsa, Timaya hits us with another video for a song off his ‘Rebirth’ album. Shot and directed by godfather productions and is nothing over the top. Check the video below.
by WriterSpeaksPoetry Why would a little girl talk like this Why would she yell at her sister Why would her mother standby Only repeating “She’s a small child, she doesn’t know what she’s doing” Where does civilisation meet traditional values Do we have to give up one for the other Can we successfully marry the... Read More
by Richard Odilu Toyosi Ogunseye is a young brave and vivacious Nigerian. She dared to follow her dreams and convictions and was recently rewarded with a CNN African Journalist Award. YNaija’s Richard Odilu speaks with her… So you, a young female Nigerian, wins a CNN African Journalist Award. The question that comes to my mind... Read More
by Stanley Azuakola MEMO: TO ALL ELECTED PUBLIC OFFICIALS. The Nigeria that you lead is a land of too many critics. Whoever came up with the concept of free speech had obviously never met Nigerians. Such impossible people! I salute your courage and humility in seeking to be their ‘servant leaders’. They have come again.... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche Spice TV, a fashion, beauty and lifestyle channel from the stable of Consolidated Media Associates (CMA) presents the 2011 edition of Spice Haute Party. Fashion and music lovers will gather at the pool side of the swanky Four Points Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos on 5th August, 2011 for a night of fun and... Read More
by Ifreke Inyang [@Ifreke] [25th – 30th July, 2011] MONDAY: @mandilicious01’s first tweet as the new week began was: “Good morning twithrts wishing y’all a stress free week. Stay blessed.” @Nsuaha started his with stress, as his lecturer made him wake up early but was nowhere in sight. “Dat man shd just come and... Read More
by Tayo O We interview award winning short story and children fiction writer Uche Umez. He answers 10 questions, speaking about his latest work, The Runaway Hero which made the shortlist for the NLNG Prize for Literature, 2011. What is the name of your first published piece? The Little Hawker – a poem. How will... Read More