by Sola Fasasi With the continued boom of fashion, arts and culture in Nigeria, it is always delightful to see a new publication that takes the scene by storm. Brand new magazine, ‘Mania‘, is set to be launched in the next few weeks. ‘Mania’ is a Greek word that stands for ‘madness’, and as such... Read More
by HD “Loves me. Love me not. Loves me…” Ages ago that was how to determine whether your crush was also “crushing” on you. Yes, it was a game, but the depth of the disappointment for “…loves me not” and the height of happiness when you landed on “…loves me” showed how seriously you wanted... Read More
by Akan Nweke I do not like stress or anything that poses a threat to the equilibrium in my world. Just like every human being, I do everything within my power to restore balance as fast as I can. I particularly hate being broke; and it has proved time and time again to be one... Read More
by Hauwa Gambo Rahma Hair has teamed up with House of Tara, Ardyss Body Magic, Pandora Box, Sleek, Ninads Spa, Deva Petals, Addict Jewelery, Avon, Tebazile, Leries Accessories, Les Levres Rouges and Couvres Skin Care to bring you the ultimate 8-hour beauty buffet! The event is set to hold at the Niger Hall, Hilton Hotel, Abuja... Read More
by Toye Gbade and Jumoke Verissimo IV After today we shall berth in a row With dreams floating in semblance Of boats hauling desires to shores Where there’s everywhere on minds And power settles for repose and luck. ‘Makoko – Dreams on Water’ is a poetry and photography collaboration between photographer, Toye Gbade and poet... Read More
by Chi Ibe A little over a week ago YNaija published an exclusive feature on Omolara’s stunning single ‘Transformation’. Now the artist from the stable of Cobhams Asuquo Music Productions (C.A.M.P.) is back. This talented singer doubles as a songwriter and co-wrote three songs on Asa’s “Beautiful Imperfection”, and also has writing credits on Bez’s latest single... Read More
by Onyeka Nwelue They are not popular. They are young. Few radio stations have played their songs. They are desperate to succeed. They are challenged and most of us haven’t heard what they have. No record deals yet. No music videos yet. No fabulous life yet. They are still struggling to throw themselves into limelight,... Read More
by Chude Jideonwo No more excuses, let’s save Nigeria Being an Address by Chude Jideonwo, Managing Director of RedSTRAT/The Future Project at The Future Awards 2011, 30 January 2011, Lagos. Sometimes Nigeria can confound and frustrate you. Just a few weeks ago, at a meeting our organization facilitated for the Presidency to engage them on... Read More
by Chi Ibe For a while now, Moyeen’s fans have been eagerly waiting for the release of the video for Moyeen’s single, “Follow My Dreams”. Wait no longer! A few days ago, the video was released and here’s what her media representative had to say. The Official video has anticipated rave reviews displaying the vision... Read More
by Sola Fasasi The 2011 edition of The Future Awards held on 30 January at Landmark Village, Oniru Estate, Victoria Island, and the event lived up to everyone’s expectations as Africa’s largest youth event. The highly anticipated event turned out to be a night of high glamour and excitement as Nigeria’s most remarkable young people were celebrated.... Read More
by Ore Fakorede Y! Red Carpet kicks off with the prestigious 6th installment of The Future Awards 2011 holding right now at The Landmark Village, Victoria Island, Lagos. Here are some of the most captivating shots from the event. Enjoy!
by Chi Ibe Storm 360 recently announced to the millions who have been waiting for Naeto C’s new album, that Super C Season will be officially launched on February 7th, 2011 with a digital release on February 5th, 2011. The rapper, who was named Best Hip Hop Act at the 2010 Channel O Music Video... Read More
by Sola Fasasi Preparations for Season 6 of The Future Awards which will hold on Sunday, 30 January, 2011 are in high gear. The team is pushing all the boundaries and we promise that this year’s edition will be bigger and better than ever! We are very pleased to announce that at this year’s event, our sister... Read More
by Ore Fakorede Cobhams Emmanuel Asuquo is, in his own words, unsighted. I’ve always known that. Cobhams is a great producer. That’s no news. However, the realization that he is Nigeria’s god of music production hit me sometime after 10:00 p.m. yesterday, January 28, 2011 when the following tweet was posted by the superproducer/singer/songwriter and... Read More
by Ore Fakorede THE KEY QUALITIES OF THE QUINTISSENTIAL CANDIDATE The battle lines have been drawn (and re-drawn) and the contestants are emerging one after the other. There’s still a mad scramble for party tickets, but when the dust settles, the gatecrashers would have been separated from the invited guests. The question is a ‘wh’... Read More
by Ore Fakorede BREAKING NEWS! After keeping portable gaming addicts and PSP die-hards on the edge for a couple of weeks now, Sony Computer Entertainment finally brings relief with the announcement of a new Playstation Portable device, the Next Generation Portable (NGP). More than just a casual gaming device, the NGP is an all-in-one portable that... Read More
by Yemi Olowu Torera Majekodunmi (23), started Olatosweett Dresses during her NYSC days. Her aim was to create a platform where young fashionable women can have an unlimited supply of fantastic dresses. She has a large span of clients and each dress is made to suit the taste of its wearer. With her strong entrepreneurial... Read More
by Ore Fakorede It was all lights and action on Saturday the 15th at The Powerbase, Surulere, the location of the music video shoot for Naeto C’s hit single, ’10 Over 10′ as an eclectic crowd of party-feverish locals, passers-by, staff and stars of Storms Records, the artiste’s backing record label, packed the brightly-lit grounds.... Read More
by Oyindamola Olofinlua Octopus Paul became a star after he correctly predicted the outcome of certain matches at the 2010 World Cup, and till date, there are still people who hold Paul, “the psychic” octopus, in awe. He has thousands of fans on Facebook, and it wouldn’t be difficult to imagine that in some climes,... Read More
Nigeria’s most influential youth event, The Future Awards is an invitation-only event for no more than an exclusive 1000 guests. However, the organisers traditionally try to make the event as inclusive as possible – by giving an opportunity to members of the public who might not make the guest list but really want to attend... Read More
by Sola Fasasi “Hello there. I’m elegant, daring, ingenuous and I pay attention to detail!” If the Sally Bawa 2011 Entrée Collection had a voice, I believe that’s what it would say, as those are the qualities which struck me as I first laid my eyes on the collection’s beautiful pieces. It’s no surprise then, that... Read More
by Kay Omar I got on a bus today where the conductor for no sane reason was bent on barking like a dog at passengers who failed to pay him his money. The volume of his barking was so ridiculous that it prompted a retaliation, albeit of unequal volume, from a passenger. Still, the message... Read More
by Sola Fasasi Y! Magazine presents the New Decade issue + Super-Exclusive Cover interview & Photoshoot with Asa! They’re still pushing the envelope! The 3rd edition of Y! Magazine – the flagship publication from the Y! brand – is back set to hit the stands in a few days. It’s the New Decade Issue, and... Read More
– Best Use of Advocacy Orode Uduaghan 21 years old Orode Uduaghan runs the Pink Pearl Cancer Foundation. In the past year, Pink Pearl has run over 15 cancer awarenesscampaigns and seminars in various locations spread across Nigeria. She has organised three cancer awareness walks in various locations around Lagos this year. As a youth... Read More
by Chi Ibe Kefee teams up with Skales in her new single, an upbeat mix of R n B, jazz and hip-hop. In English and Urhobo, Kefee sings of everlasting love while rapper Skales’ ryhmes echo the themes of this feel-good tune. Get ready to hit the replay button on this one! LISTEN HERE: Eguono (Love)... Read More
by Sola Fasasi Nigerian soul singer Lami has just joined the elite group of international celebrities such as Antonio Banderas, Angelique Kidjo, Zinedine Zidane, Bill Gates, Maria Sharapova and others who promote the cause of the fulfilment of the Millennium Development Goals. She was recently appointed as an Advocate for the United Nations Millennium Campaign. This came... Read More
by HD After a powerful sermon in church one day, the pastor jokingly said: “As you leave church today, watch the people that pass by in their cars and try to guess if they are married. Here’s a hint, single people will be laughing and talking; maybe even touching each other. The married people…will be facing... Read More
Ini Edo, Banky W, Kemi Adetiba, Tokini Peterside, Tolu Ogunlesi, others make last lap At last!!! After 3 months of a rigorous judging process, The Future Awards (TFA) has finally released its final list seven days to the awards! The judging process has gone through a Board of Judges, public voting, an Independent Audit Committee, and... Read More
Best Use of Advocacy Orode Uduaghan 21 years old Orode Uduaghan runs the Pink Pearl Cancer Foundation. In the past year, Pink Pearl has run over 15 cancer awarenesss campaigns and seminars in various locations spread across Nigeria. She has organised three cancer awareness walks in various locations around Lagos this year. As a youth... Read More
by Onyeka Nwelue My first book, The Abyssinian Boy was launched in January of 2009. Now, this is 2011 and I’ve not published another book. Truth is, people have said and I’ve heard them say it, that I will not be able to write another book. I questioned myself. Why wouldn’t I be able to... Read More