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UNICEF Appoints Cobhams Asuquo, WAJE, Kate Henshaw, and Ali Nuhu as Champions for Child Rights Advocacy

In a proactive move towards championing child rights, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has designated four prominent figures from the entertainment industry – Cobhams Asuquo, WAJE, Kate Henshaw, and Ali Nuhu – as UNICEF Champions. These notable personalities will play a pivotal role in advocating for child rights over the course of the next... Read More

Blogs, The News Blog

Ali Nuhu, champions, Child Rights Advocacy, Cobhams Asuquo, kate henshaw, UNICEF, Waje

August 25, 2021

The Bandhitz emerge winners of Trophy Extra Special Band Season 2

After weeks of intense training, awe-inspiring performances and gut-wrenching eliminations, The Bandhitz emerged winners of Trophy Extra Special Band Season 2. Edging out The Alian Tribe, Benedictz and Elixir – who came second, third and fourth respectively – with an exciting mashup of Naija hits songs, The Bandhitz got crowned the Extra-Special Band, walking away with the grand prize of... Read More

Bandhitz, Flash Band, Genial Sound, Update Vibes face possible elimination from Trophy Extra Special Band Season 2

With Hip-Hop as the theme of the week, the 8 remaining bands in this season’s show rocked the stage with renditions of their favourite hip hop songs. We don’t want to be the judges right now because it is getting harder to choose! Paired in groups of two, the bands went neck to neck against... Read More

Extra

2baba, Cobhams Asuquo, DSTV, GOtv, Timi Dakolo

July 7, 2021

Trophy Extra-Special Band Season 2: The Mayans, TriTunez, and Genial Sounds saved from eviction

After a thrilling conclusion to the highlife performances by the 10 bands, the judges were left with the unenviable task of selecting the bottom three performances – with one band facing the risk of elimination. After rigorous deliberation, The Mayans, TriTunez, and Genial Sounds emerged as the bands with the least scores. With eyes closed,... Read More

Extra

2baba, Cobhams Asuquo, Genial Sounds, The Mayans, Timi Dakolo, TriTunez, Trophy Extra Special Band Season 2

June 27, 2021

#NigerianIdol: Is the battle for the crown going to be between Francis and Kingdom?

Nigerian Idol tonight inched a week closer to its finale, and while it may difficult for fans of the show to say goodbye to one of Nigeria’s most entertaining TV shows, it is a welcome development to finally crown our season six Nigerian Idol. Fortunately, the top 3 finalist have been the top 3 best... Read More

Reality TV

Akunna, Cobhams Asuquo, francis, kingdom, nigerian idol, Nigerian Idol Season 6

January 27, 2021

Singer-songwriter, Cobhams Asuquo on growing up blind, and surpassing the odds in the music industry

Singer-songwriter and superstar producer, Cobhams Asuquo has always been the perfect example of grit, hope, and passion. On this week’s episode of #WithChude, he didn’t fail to bring an overabundance of inspiration as he walked us through his ordeal of growing up blind in Nigeria and the power of ignorance on the way to fulfilling... Read More

Extra, The Media Blog

#WithChude, Chude Jideonwo, Cobhams Asuquo

January 19, 2021

How Nigeria’s ‘special needs’ population continue to live a life of unrealised aspirations

In a recent interview with host of #WithChude and founder of human flourishing company, Joy, Inc. Chude Jideonwo, popular Nigerian singer/songwriter and music producer Cobhams Asuquo, the multi-talented visually impaired artist revealed that ignorance was at the root of his success. “I was growing up and was an ignorant blind person,” he said, “It is... Read More

Non-binary Blog

Cobhams Asuquo, Disability, diversity, nigeria

June 15, 2020

‘The Odogwu’ title may just be for Cobhams with this sweet clip showing his talent

There are quite a number of things Nigerians expect before anyone can lay claim to ‘The Odogwu’ title in the Nigerian music space. As it appears not too many Nigerian artists lay claims to this title, however, in a new trend, popular Nigerian singer and pianist, Cobhams Asuquo, may just have bagged that title without... Read More

The Media Blog

Cobhams Asuquo

May 27, 2019

With Omawumi, longevity isn’t an aspiration – it’s a personality trait

Where is Omawumi? Why is Nigeria’s most loved music diva absent from the scene? The last time we heard from her, she was serenading the continent with her “Timeless” album. Where is she? Omawumi is an original; One of those rare talents that carry the art as part of their DNA. For her, music isn’t... Read More

The Music Blog

Angelique Kidjo, Angie Stone and Donell Jones, Carl Thomas, Chaka Demus and Pliers, Cobhams Asuquo, Flavour, omawumi

August 31, 2018

Today’s Noisemakers: Ayọ, Broda Shaggi, Onome, others

Every day on the Nigerian Internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. We make it our job to take down the names of these noisemakers. Here’s our list from today: 1.... Read More

Opinion

AYO, Babalola Olufemi, Broda Shaggi, Cobhams Asuquo, Onome, Today's Noisemakers

May 30, 2018

Entertainment Roundup: Pusha T claims Drake had a child with a porn star in new song | More stories

Here’s everything you missed in entertainment over the weekend and others that unravelled while you slept – and are still buzzing today. Drake and Pusha-T beef continues Pusha-T’s latest diss track “The Story of Adidon” holds nothing back, as he raps, “Sophie knows better, ask your baby mother, cleaned her up for IG but the stench... Read More

Featured

Cobhams Asuquo, Drake, Entertainment news, Morgan Freeman, Pusha T

May 29, 2018

Cobhams Asuquo releases new #DemocracyDay song featuring Sound Sultan and Bez (LISTEN)

Nigerian singer and producer, Cobhams Asuquo makes a social statement with his satirical new song entitled ‘Everyday’ featuring Sound Sultan and Bez. ‘Everyday’ is inspired by the local maxim: “every day is for the thieve and one day is for the owner.” On his Instagram handle Cobhams writes: “Everyday” is a story of threes that... Read More

The Music Blog

Bez, Cobhams Asuquo, everyday, sound sultan

October 3, 2017

Former Project Fame winner, Jeff Akoh releases 2 new songs

A former winner of Project Fame, Jeff Akoh has come out with two new tunes. “Shokolokobangose” and “Gbadun” (Your Lovin’). Jeff Akoh also drops his debut album entitled Lokoja on his 21st birthday October 27. He teamed up with talented producer, Cobhams Asuquo and UK-based group Team Salut for Shokolokobangoshe and Gbadun (Your Lovin’), respectively. “These... Read More

The News Blog

Cobhams Asuquo, Gbadun, Jeff Akoh, Shokolokobangose, Team Salut

July 25, 2017

Album Review: Omawumi’s Timeless album is a purposeful curation of nostalgia and versatility

Carving a name for herself as one of the most durable figures on the Nigerian music scene, Omawumi despite long spells in the sidelines has always managed to retain relevance in the industry. While boasting of a unique vocal skill set that arguably sets her aside as one of the best vocalists of her generation... Read More

Reviews

Angelique Kidjo, Cobhams Asuquo, Grammy, Jazz music, omawumi, Salif Keita, Timeless, Uhuru

July 3, 2017

Entertainment Roundup: Kanye West dumps Jay-Z’s Tidal and is unmoved by his 4.44 diss; Omawumi’s Timeless album is out | More stories

Here are the biggest stories from the weekend and others that unraveled while you slept – and are buzzing this Monday morning. Kanye West walks out on Tidal Rapper Kanye West has said goodbye to Jay-Z’s music streaming company, Tidal over claims the company owes him more than $3 million. TMZ reports that Kanye’s issues... Read More

Featured, Thinking Through

Adekunle gold, Adele, Cobhams Asuquo, Five star music, Jay-z, Kanye West, omawumi, Timeless

March 24, 2017

Waje Iruobe, Nathaniel Bassey, Nosa to perform with Cobhams Asuquo at his tour kick-off concert

To get his first concert tour off to a great start, Cobhams Asuquo is holding the ‘For You’ Kick-Off Concert on Sunday, March 26th at the Pistis Conference Centre, between 4th and 5th Roundabout, Lekki Expressway, Lagos. The concert comes few days after the success of his album launch concert which held on March 12... Read More

Atedo Peterside, Onari Duke, Timi Dakolo, Waje, more attend Cobhams Asuquo’s album launch | See photos

For 16 years, Cobhams Asuquo has worked behind the scenes helping artistes achieve their album dream, but on Sunday, March 12th, Cobhams stepped into the spotlight and launched his highly-anticipated debut album at an exclusive high-profile command performance. In tune with character, Cobhams who is known for his touch of brilliance pulled all stops to... Read More

Entertainment Roundup: Cobhams releases debut album ‘For You’, Ed Sheeran to appear in Game of Thrones season 7 | More stories

Everything you missed in entertainment between Friday and now; and all the news that unraveled while you slept – and are still buzzing all on today’s Entertainment Roundup. Cobhams Asuquo releases debut album, For You Sunday, March 12 is the day that history was made as musical genius and Nigeria’s most celebrated producer, Cobhams Asuquo... Read More

Featured, Thinking Through

album launch, America's Got Talent, Belloved, Cobhams Asuquo, Ed Sheeran, Entertainment Roundup, for you, Game of Thrones, Korede Bello, Nick Cannon, season 7, Tyra Banks, Waje

December 16, 2016

Media organizations partner Union Bank and UN-OCHA to unveil WeCare4IDPs

As part of efforts to improve the conditions of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in the country, notable media organizations in partnership with Union Bank have publicly announced the launch of the WeCare4IDPs campaign. WeCare4IDPs is a citizenship initiative which creates a platform for all Nigerians – individuals and corporate bodies to be a part of... Read More

Entertainment Roundup: Kanye West to remain in hospital for a while, Bez releases sophomore album, Gbagyi Child | More stories

Here are some of the top stories from yesterday and others that made news while you were asleep – and are still buzzing this morning. Kanye West to remain in hospital Contrary to yesterday’s reports that rapper, Kanye West would get to be released from hospital yesterday, TMZ has received exclusive information that Kanye is still... Read More

Featured

Bez, Cobhams Asuquo, Gbagyi Child, Kanye West, Kim Kardashian, Montell Jordan, solidstar, the headies

October 26, 2016

Ezinne Uzoije: Blind, but full of vision

by Ezinne Uzoije I never knew blind graduates could serve the country if they wanted to. I got to know that as a serving Corp member. One day, at the residential quarters my place of primary assignment (PPA) had made available to Corp members, we were told a blind person would be moving in. I... Read More

Nigerian Voices

Blind, Cobhams Asuquo, handicapped, Helen Keller, nigeria, Stevie Wonder, visually impaired

September 4, 2016

#BuckwyldnBreathless: 5 major highlights from 2Baba and M.I’s concert

The widely-publicised #BuckwyldnBreathless concert which featured 2Baba and M.I as headliners held at the Eko Hotel and Suites on Saturday, September 3. The event which has received plaudits for its successful outcome also featured performances from Ice Prince, Jesse Jagz, Nosa, Sound Sultan, Vector, Cobhams Asuquo, Waje, Kelly Hansome and more. Here are our 5 major highlights... Read More

Featured

2baba, BuckwyldnBreathless, Cobhams Asuquo, Djinee, Ice Prince, Jesse Jagz, Kelly Hansome, M.I., nosa, sound sultan, Vector, Waje

September 2, 2016

Wizkid, Timaya, Burna Boy, others rock at Jidenna’s live showcase in Lagos (PHOTOS)

On Thursday, September 1, 2016, Epic Records star, Jidenna treated the crowd to a fiery live showcase at the Hard Rock Cafe, Victoria Island Lagos. The American born Nigerian star dished out exclusive tunes from his forthcoming album Long Live The Chief. Mr Eazi and Burna Boy also performed at the event. The live showcase... Read More

Featured

Burna boy, Cobhams Asuquo, Jidenna, lynxxx, Mr Eazi, Omar St£rling aka Paedeezy of R2Bees, sound sultan, Timaya, wizkid

August 11, 2016

Top 12 Countdown, Loose Talk are the most listened to podcasts in Nigeria – and they both have less than 5k at their highest

The Loose Talk podcast has one too many cusswords. In which case of course, its hosts will say ‘yeah that’s deliberate – that’s the kind of show’. To which we would say – yeah we know, but when the F-bombs just feel gratuitous, then it grates rather than gratifies. Anyway, pet peeve out of the... Read More

Featured, The Media Blog

Cobhams Asuquo, Nigerian celebrity, nigerian entertainment, Nigerian Music, Osagie Alonge, The Loose Talk podcast, Top 12 Countdown

May 2, 2016

These are the celebrities we spotted at Asa Live in Concert (PHOTOS)

On Sunday, May 1, all roads led to the Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island for Asa: Live in Lagos – the first headlined concert of the Nigerian-French singer in the country. The creme de la creme of the society came out to watch the brilliant performer do her thing and it was definitely a... Read More

Adekunle gold, Asa: Live in Lagos, Cobhams Asuquo, omawumi, Waje

February 7, 2016

Cobhams ‘woke up’ with something special for Davido (READ)

When a musical genius like Cobhams Asuquo wakes up in the wee hour of the day to create a song for you and hits you up on social media- who are you to pass on such an opportunity? This is what happened when Cobhams tweeted that he woke up and created a song for Davido... Read More

Cobhams Asuquo, Davido, new single

April 21, 2015

Timi Dakolo releases new single, ‘Wish me well’ [LISTEN]

by Damilola Jagun Nigeria’s king of soul, Timi Dakolo has announced the release of his second single ‘Wish Me Well’ off his forthcoming album; Love and Consequences. Timi Dakolo draws inspiration for this single from his days as a young boy in Port Harcourt just before West African Idols, going through the harsh events of life.... Read More

Cobhams Asuquo, Music, nigeria, Timi Dakolo, West African Idols, Wish Me Well

January 6, 2015

Cobhams Asuquo is a year older today, wifey celebrates him in the sweetest way (PHOTOS)

by Anike Jacobs Award winning music artiste, Cobhams Asuquo is a year older today and his pretty wife gave him a shout out in the best possible way. She shared her three favorite photos of him with the sweetest captions. “Happy birthday to my hot boss, sexy genius, singer, songwriter, producer, oga at the top... Read More

Cobhams Asuquo, cobhams wife

September 30, 2014

SEE behind the scenes photos from @OfficialWaje’s, ‘No Be You’ video shoot

by Akan Ido Produced by Cobhams, No Be You is the 8th single off Waje’s critically acclaimed album W.A.J.E. The video was directed by FilmBoy and shot at Haven Homes in Lagos. It co-stars fast rising actor Deyemi Okanlawon of Ndani TV’s Gidi Up. Waje was styled by Fierce and Modish. The video will be... Read More

'Gidi Up', Cobhams Asuquo, Deyemi Okanlawon, nigeria, No be you

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Dangote Refinery Raises Petrol Price Again to ₦1,175/Litre

UNICEF Appoints Cobhams Asuquo, WAJE, Kate Henshaw, and Ali Nuhu as Champions for Child Rights Advocacy

The Bandhitz emerge winners of Trophy Extra Special Band Season 2

Bandhitz, Flash Band, Genial Sound, Update Vibes face possible elimination from Trophy Extra Special Band Season 2

Trophy Extra-Special Band Season 2: The Mayans, TriTunez, and Genial Sounds saved from eviction

#NigerianIdol: Is the battle for the crown going to be between Francis and Kingdom?

Singer-songwriter, Cobhams Asuquo on growing up blind, and surpassing the odds in the music industry

How Nigeria’s ‘special needs’ population continue to live a life of unrealised aspirations

‘The Odogwu’ title may just be for Cobhams with this sweet clip showing his talent

With Omawumi, longevity isn’t an aspiration – it’s a personality trait

Today’s Noisemakers: Ayọ, Broda Shaggi, Onome, others

Entertainment Roundup: Pusha T claims Drake had a child with a porn star in new song | More stories

Cobhams Asuquo releases new #DemocracyDay song featuring Sound Sultan and Bez (LISTEN)

Former Project Fame winner, Jeff Akoh releases 2 new songs

Album Review: Omawumi’s Timeless album is a purposeful curation of nostalgia and versatility

Entertainment Roundup: Kanye West dumps Jay-Z’s Tidal and is unmoved by his 4.44 diss; Omawumi’s Timeless album is out | More stories

Waje Iruobe, Nathaniel Bassey, Nosa to perform with Cobhams Asuquo at his tour kick-off concert

Atedo Peterside, Onari Duke, Timi Dakolo, Waje, more attend Cobhams Asuquo’s album launch | See photos

Entertainment Roundup: Cobhams releases debut album ‘For You’, Ed Sheeran to appear in Game of Thrones season 7 | More stories

Media organizations partner Union Bank and UN-OCHA to unveil WeCare4IDPs

Entertainment Roundup: Kanye West to remain in hospital for a while, Bez releases sophomore album, Gbagyi Child | More stories

Ezinne Uzoije: Blind, but full of vision

#BuckwyldnBreathless: 5 major highlights from 2Baba and M.I’s concert

Wizkid, Timaya, Burna Boy, others rock at Jidenna’s live showcase in Lagos (PHOTOS)

Top 12 Countdown, Loose Talk are the most listened to podcasts in Nigeria – and they both have less than 5k at their highest

These are the celebrities we spotted at Asa Live in Concert (PHOTOS)

Cobhams ‘woke up’ with something special for Davido (READ)

Timi Dakolo releases new single, ‘Wish me well’ [LISTEN]

Cobhams Asuquo is a year older today, wifey celebrates him in the sweetest way (PHOTOS)

SEE behind the scenes photos from @OfficialWaje’s, ‘No Be You’ video shoot

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