by Pastor Yugo Emechebe [@Ugonna_Emechebe] “Christianity is a thing of the heart; I can stay in my house and still worship God. Must I really go to Church in order to worship God? Can’t I stay away and still serve Him?” I’ve heard a few people make such statements in the past and... Read More
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Ifreke Inyang Andre Villas-Boas faces the first true test of his Chelsea career at Old Trafford tomorrow. Manchester United have started the season on a roll and have already scored 18 goals, with Wayne Rooney grabbing back to back hatricks against Arsenal and Bolton Wanderers. In the recent past, with the fading annual challenge of... Read More
by wilfred okiche Guinness VIP, “Africa’s largest mobile social network” is launching “An Evening With…”, a series of exclusive member only events taking place across the country that will give members of the Guinnness VIP community an exclusive opportunity to get up close and personal with world class football heroes. According to the official press... Read More
by Seyi Lawal Wazobia FM’s popular On-Air-Personality Matse Uwatse, simply known as Matse, has left the rave radio station. The multiple award winning Warri born radio presenter confirmed through her verified twitter handle, @Matse1 that her time at the radio house is over. “Pips! I’m no longer with 95.1 Wazobia FM. I want to thank... Read More
Ifreke Inyang Ever since his highly successful debut album, ‘Mushin to MoHits’, a lot has not been heard about Wande Coal. The most recent memory fans and critics of the gifted singer and dancer have, is the nude picture scandal that broke out on Twitter. However, Factory78tv caught up with the MoHits’ singing... Read More
Ifreke Inyang There’s a new kid on the block. His name is Lyricz and he is taking the music industry by storm. He has released his recent collaboration with rave of the moment, WizKid & Rap veteran RuggedMan for this hot tune, ‘Let You Go’. It is not the usual type of music... Read More
by Seyi Lawal Multiple award winning Chocolate City rapper, MI, has revealed that he believes the Jos town crisis is bey0nd what it is perceived to be. Answering questions on what he is currently doing to help improve peace in the troubled region, the rapper regretted to announce that he is currently working on getting... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche Actor and star of the Spartacus TV series, Andy Whitfield passed away recently, months after being diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. He was aged 39. We bring you basic information you need to know about the condition. What is it? Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma is a malignant cancer of the blood affecting the lymph nodes... Read More
By Abidemi Dairo The much anticipated debut album of Chocolate City’s fast rising rapper, Ice Prince will be premiered at the Expo Hall Eko Hotel and Suites on Sunday October 9, 2011. The premiere which is organized in conjunction with Conceptshot and Pearl Entertainment will be a musical play that will feature top Nollywood actors,... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche R&B diva Whitney Houston is set to make a return to the movies as she is currently in talks to star in Sony Pictures remake of the 1976 musical drama, ‘Sparkle’. According to Billboard Magazine, Season 6 American Idol winner, Jordin Sparks and actor Mike Epps are also set to co-star. ‘Sparkle’... Read More
by Yemi Olowu Yesterday, Septmber 15, was the final day of the New York Fashion Week, and we are cheering for our Nigerian designers, who showcased at the ARISE: Made in Africa show, at the Lincoln Centre. Below are some video highlights from the day four; featuring some of the biggest name in fashion Leila... Read More
By Wilfred Okiche The popular online music portal, Notjustok.com, will be hosting the first Notjustok music concert in Lagos on the 17th of December 2011. Although the venue of this concert is yet to be revealed, the organizers said in a press release that artistes who have been profiled on the site during the year... Read More
by Seyi Lawal Rave designer, Ituen Basi, graces the cover of the next edition of the lifestyle magazine, Genevieve. In an edition titled ‘I am now coming Full circle…’, the magazine chronicles Ituen Basi, her eponymous garment outfit and her plight in starting off in the country. “After over 20 years designing bridal wears in... Read More
by Seyi Lawal British born Nigerian singer Bukola Damola, also known as Ebisan, has released new singles. The singer who stole into public consciousness with her 2006 debut single featuring the UK based DM, ‘What Women Want’ is returning with ‘Love Story’ and ‘Dance With Me’, both tracks being among the soundtrack for the acclaimed... Read More
by Yemi Olowu A week after releasing the theme song for Hennessy Artistry 2011, eLDee, Jesse Jagz and Banky W embarked on a scheduled trip to Cognac, France on September 5, 2011. The artistes were treated to “The Hennessy Heritage Experience” alongside Chocolate City’s MI who has worked closely with Hennessy in the... Read More
Ifreke Inyang The Coordinating Minister for the Economy and Minister of Finance, Nigeria, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, wishes to clarify that the Twitter handle @NOkonjoIweala does not belong to her, and is not associated with her in any form. Whilst the account has not been noted for any negativity, it is yet important... Read More
Ifreke Inyang Jimmy Odukoya, the only son of Pastor Taiwo and Late Pastor Mrs. Bimbo Odukoya has released the video for his single, ‘Conqueror’. A lot of eyebrows were raised when the young man whose stage name is Pastor J decided to venture into music, but with his efforts so far, he has... Read More
Ifreke Inyang RocDaMic is a reality TV show by Abuja-based Zara Productions that hopes to sustain pop culture in the country, and effectively act as a tool of youth empowerment and national development. Over the years, Nigeria has become a force to reckon with in the hip hop genre of music, both within... Read More
by Ifreke Inyang Chuks Ajoku, who owns the US-based Nollywood America is set to release ‘Unwanted Guest’ this month. The movie which is set to be shown at various cinemas and theatres in Nigeria is a collaboration between Chuks and Daniel Ademinokan, who wrote and directed the film. The movie was shot... Read More
by Seyi Lawal Nigerian novelist, Chinua Achebe has turned down a million dollar from multiple award winning American rapper, 50 Cent, for the right to use the title ‘Things Fall Apart’ in his new movie. According to a guardian.co.uk report, Achebe insisted that the rapper changed the title of his upcoming movie from ‘Things Fall... Read More
Compiled by Wilfred Okiche American actor/producer/director/screenwriter, Tyler Perry has topped Forbes magazine’s latest list of the highest paid men in the entertainment business. He made an estimated fortune of $130million dollars between May 2010 to May 2011, most of it from starring in and producing his wildly popular Madea films where he dresses up as... Read More
By Sola Alao Organizers of the Nigerian Music Video Awards (NMVA) have announced call for entries for the 2011 edition of the annual awards. Performers can now submit their videos, pictures and profiles along with a filled form which can be downloaded from www.livebeats.net. Closing date for submission is Friday 30, September 2011. The NMVA,... Read More
by Seyi Lawal Popular Fuji music crooner, Sulaiman Alao Adekunle, also known as Malaika, will release his new album today. According to a press statement issued by his publicist, Shetade Images, the indigenous music singer will release his 21st album, titled ‘Proper Music’, today. “The recording of the new album took a week at the... Read More
By Wilfred Okiche African artistes in the Washington DC area of the United States of America and beyond have come together in a song titled ‘Africans’ to further spread the message of African Unity worldwide. Harrison ‘Harry Baba’ Nwozo, Chief executive of Tribe X Entertainment and convener of the project, together with his partner DJ... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche Fast rising music producer and performing artist, SamKlef is giving a fan or an unsigned artist an opportunity to feature on his forth coming single ’Nonillionaire Anthem’. According to a press statement issued by SamKlef’s PR company, YBLR Consultancy, the music producer cum singer is doing this to reward his loyal fans... Read More
by Abidemi Dairo Biglo had his head cupped in his hands, with both elbows resting on his either thighs. He has lost a friend of over a decade. RAW, the rapper formerly known as Dat Nig.G.A Raw, stood with his hands folded on his chest, he wasn’t listening to the young man that was talking... Read More
By Seyi Lawal Winner of the inaugural edition of the Nigerian Idol, Yeka Onka, will launch her debut single on the stage of the weekly music exhibition, Industry Nite. The new track, ‘Follow You’ will be performed at the Oriental Hotel on 21 September, 2011 with some of her other songs as well as Whitney... Read More
Ifreke Inyang Chocolate City rapper and producer, Jesse Jagz is still giving his fans a glimpse of what to expect in his forthcoming album. After releasing Lasgidi Grinding recently, His Royal Flyness, as he often calls himself, has dropped another one titled ‘Demo’. His flow is brilliant as usual and the beat is... Read More
Ifreke Inyang A few hours ago, Steve Onu, popularly known as Yaw came on Twitter and tweeted: “Death wetin happen ooooo, MC Loph…RIP.” The On-air-personality who anchors the morning belt on soar away station, Wazobia FM, drew a lot of reactions from people who follow him. Some of them actually thought he was... Read More
by Seyi Lawal Mr. Adewunmi Oyekanmi and Mr. Olisa Adibua appear to have put the altercation of Thursday September 8, 2011 behind them. The two employees at The Beat 99.9 FM, appear together in a video posted on youtube yesterday Tuesday September 13, 2011. Watch video below.
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