by ‘Damilola Oyedele [@damioyedele] Yesterday the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) made an official statement in which they declared that all materials and logistics were set for the 2011 election. “We are satisfied with state of preparedness for the elections,” said the report. INEC went on to promise that within 48 hours, the results of... Read More
by Sola Fasasi Following disruptions and posponements, the National Television Authority has announced, just a few minutes ago, that National Assembly elections have been postponed nationwide. This is courtesy a directive from the Independent National Electoral Commission. The elections are postponed till Monday, April 4. According to the official @inecnigeria handle, “Elections have been postponed... Read More
by Aninoritse Odeli-Serrano What happened to ‘Anino in London’? My editors asked me a few weeks ago. Good question! Truth is, I have no idea. The blog just died ‘one kain death’ like this. Well you can’t blame me – I went through a number of issues (who hasn’t) and then Anino somehow found herself... Read More
by Ore Fakorede A few layers of fat provides the body with insulation, but myriads are losing more to fat than they bargained for – no pun intended. Boyfriends have moved on to slimmer targets, husbands have cheated on their sweet, plump wives and chubby children have been bullied to death. More seriously, the presence... Read More
by Ifreke Inyang In a strange twist of events, President Goodluck Jonathan has pulled of the race to become the next President of Nigeria. Making the announcement at the end of a closed door meeting with members of his cabinet in Abuja, the President said: “Since the past week, I have been thinking a lot.... Read More
by Bukky Oyebode Model and photographer Uche Odoh first came into the limelight when she participated in the 2007 edition of Amstel Malta Box Office Competition. Recently featured in Wizkid’s ‘Hola at your boy’ and the remix of Bracket’s ‘Yori Yori’, this model also runs her own events management company. Uche’s bright personality shines through... Read More
by Taiwo Damilola Nigerian born artiste Carolyne just released a new single, titled ‘Don’t Need Your Money (#Gba #Confam)’. The US-based singer creates a unique blend of music which reflects her dual cultural experiences as an African and American. The song has an afro-pop feel, and Carolyne’s voice gives off the ostensible feel of the mainstream... Read More
by Ore Fakorede Omolara Ayodele is known in musical circles for her songwriting talent, having penned hits for critically-acclaimed songstress Asa. After waiting for what seemed like an eternity, the superb vocalist finally stepped into the spotlight with the release of the Cobhams Asuquo-written single, ‘Transformation’ on January 28 this year. Propped up by the... Read More
by Professor Pat Utomi WALKING MY TALK: A CRY FOR MY BELOVED COUNTRY – STATEMENT BY PATRICK OKEDINACHI UTOMI, SDMP CANDIDATE FOR PRESIDENT 2011 I am honoured that you all could join me today as I bring to close one of the more challenging experiences of a life I can dare to say has been... Read More
by Sola Fasasi Speaking to the presenters on a particularly inspiring episode of Y! TV’s Rubbin’ Minds a few weeks ago, Presidential aspirant Professor Pat Utomi let on that in a few weeks, he would be making an important announcement to the people of Nigeria on March 30. The day has come! Just one day after dazzling Nigerians on the... Read More
by Hauwa Gambo Two words – technology driven! It’s one way we can describe the upcoming elections, and it’s a much needed – and welcomed – development. With applications like ReVoDa and sites like ReclaimNaija.net, Nigerians are geared up, not just to to cast their ballots, but also to protect their votes in the upcoming elections. In... Read More
by Taiwo Damilola DJ Neptune (Patrick Imhosien), the official DJ to super star rapper Naeto C and Storm Records returns with yet another volume of his popular mix-tape series ‘I am Hip-Hop Naija Vol 5’. The mix-tape is an effervescent 80 minute offering of the best of non-stop Naija music. The mix-tape is a mash-up... Read More
by Ore Fakorede There are certain actors who have nothing left to prove in the action genre. With each purposeful blow, gunshot or slice of a blade from a cop who is taking on enemies far bigger than himself (Bruce Willis in the ‘Die Hard’ trilogy) or a criminal racing against time to save his... Read More
by Taiwo Damilola 2011 is turning out to be the year of comebacks, it seems. Remember Timi from Da Trybe? After taking a six year break from music for medical school, Dr Timi Akinmuda aka Timi Dablackone makes a return with his third single ‘Spoil’ featuring Tasti and produced by H-Code. Coming on the heels of... Read More
by Taiwo Damilola Just a couple of days ago, Warri based rapper Yung6ix put pen to paper to sign a joint venture management agreement deal with Storm Records and 411 Entertainment. The deal was officially signed at the Storm records office in Lekki, Lagos with executives from both outfits present. Yung6ix generated buzz with his... Read More
by Ore Fakorede Omawumi’s If you Ask Me (Na Who I Go Ask) is a gem of a song that stands out like a solitary star in a sky. With her sultry voice riding the waves of Cobhams Asuquo’s jazz-infused instrumentals, the Idols West Africa alumnus paints a vivid picture of the evil that is... Read More
by Taiwo Damilola MTV Networks Africa present’s ‘Real Talk’, an innovative marketing seminar for brands and organizations that will target the Nigerian youth. The one-day event will feature a seminar, executive discussions and a presentation on ‘youth marketing best practice, strategy and tactics including events, branding, content creation, digital marketing and street marketing’. Biodun Shobanjo,... Read More
by AM Kaizen Dear Nigerian artistes, This article stems from two relating situations. A friend of mine, an aspiring musician, sent a song for me to listen to and critique. I listened and loved the song, but I had certain reservations, hence I decided to share it with my colleagues at work to get a... Read More
by Taiwo Damilola It’s been only a few weeks since Oluwatoni Afolayan was evicted from the Nigerian Idol reality TV show; and already the Kwara state born singer is hard at work. Tonii, who put up some stellar performances during her time on Idol, has not rested on her laurels, but is making use of the... Read More
by Sola Fasasi In January, West African Idol runner up Omawumi released ‘If You Ask Me (Na Who I Go Ask)’, a superb track put together by award winning producer Cobhams Asuquo. With the song’s jazz improvisations, powerful vocals and poignant lyrics, ‘If You Ask Me’ instantly became a massive radio favourite. ‘What would the video for this powerful song... Read More
by ‘Yemi Adamolekun This is not an article to debate the merits of the Goodluck/Sambo Campaign manifesto or their plans for Nigeria. They say a picture says a thousand words. Below are screen shots (as of 2 am on March 25th, 2011) from the official website of Goodluck Jonathan, PDP’s presidential flag bearer, and the... Read More
by Taiwo Damilola Guess who’s made a comeback? Since his 2006 hit single ‘Hapuya’ and his 2007 album ‘The Proof’, Morachi has been away from the limelight for far too long. Behind the scenes, he’s been writing music for himself and others as well as working on his new album. The album, which was previously... Read More
by Taiwo Damilola I couldn’t help but grin as I listened to Dtone Martins’ ‘Sun Kun Ife’ which translates to ‘Tears of Love’. The song is the first single off his yet-to-be-named album. Tony Dolapo Martins tells a story in his native Yoruba language of unsanctioned love in a touching, albeit humourous way while strumming... Read More
by Ore Fakorede 2011 is shaping up to be one of the most eventful years in recent history. From the catastrophic – an earthquake and attendant nuclear disaster in Japan, to the downright ugly – Libya’s war of terror against its own citizens, global happenings have struggled to fit themselves into the first quarter of... Read More
by Taiwo Damilola The first ever Nigerian Idol emerged on Saturday 26th March, as Yeka Onka, 26, was announced winner by Etisalat CEO Steven E. Evans. Over 10,000 contestants auditioned for the title of ‘Nigerian Idol’ and the grand prize of a recording contract, 7.5Million naira, a brand new car and a Sony Entertainment TV... Read More
by eLDee This article was culled from Sahara Reporters ‘Integrity requires three steps: discerning what is right and what is wrong; acting on what you have discerned, even at personal cost; and saying openly that you are acting on your understanding of right from wrong.’ – Stephen L Carter Months ago, before the 2011 voter registration... Read More
by Odilu Richard He had just put up a brilliant performance at the ‘Industry Nite’ and was headed home in a black Gulf 3. Surely nothing could have prepared John Chijioke, popularly known as CD John, for the tragedy which lay in store for him in the early hours of the 24th of March. According... Read More
by Ifreke Inyang Olaide ‘Exschoolnerd’ Olabode is one of young Nigeria’s most popular Twitter figures. She tweets it all – from the hilarious to the tweets filled with caustic irreverence. Currently an Intern/Social Media Expert with MTV Networks, she daily employs her razor sharp marketing abilities to drive the brand of her employers. During a... Read More
by So you think you can think? That’s what some of us would like to ask after watching yet another odd TV commercial. Sometimes, the television set is like a marketplace where every trader is bombarding you with their wares –good or bad. It’s easy to be fooled in the heat of the moment and,... Read More
by Prince Wale Oreshade This article is culled from Y! Magazine Issue 3, out in stores now. To read more of this and other exciting pieces, buy a copy! (Click HERE to find a vendor near you) Onikaluku jeje ewure! ewure!! ewure!!! Onikaluku jeje aguntan! aguntan!! aguntan!!! Oluronbi jeje omore omo re apkon bi epko Oluronbi... Read More