‘Ur hottest track no reach Davido studio freestyles’: Top 10 Twitter reactions to Waconzy’s Rubbin’ Minds potshot

by Tutu Akinlabi Musician Waconzy caused ripples in the entertainment scene after his Rubbin’ Minds interview yesterday during which he accused some artistes of producing music that doesn’t make sense. His most notable criticism was aimed at fellow musician Davido’s hit track Skelewu. According to Waconzy, the song is empty and can’t even be described... Read More

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November 3, 2013

“Your last hit was when I was in SS2”: Davido responds to Waconzy’s diss on Rubbin’ Minds

by Isi Esene Popular artiste, Waconzy was today’s guest on the hit show, Rubbin’ Minds hosted by former Big Brother Nigeria contestant, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu. The outspoken artiste held nothing back in criticizing several Nigerian artistes who he feels are not pulling their weight. In his general assessment, Waconzy swung at Olamide, actress-cum-singer, Tonto Dikeh, Timaya.... Read More

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October 21, 2013

“D’banj, who’s that?!” – Ex-MBGN, Munachi Abii reacts to rumours of her relationship with the Kokomaster, others

by Oge Okonkwo Ex-Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria, Munachi Abii who delved into music after her reign as queen was a guest on ‘Rubbin’ Minds’ this Sunday, October 20. The rapper let it all out during the interview with Ebuka Obi-Uchendu who threw questions to her from all sides on a few controversies that have... Read More

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October 20, 2013

#RubbinMinds: New Media experts identify Genevieve Nnaji, 2face Idibia, Don Jazzy, others as site traffic magnets (WATCH)

by ‘Jola Sotubo Today’s edition of Rubbin’ Minds focused on the new media and the rise of online journalism. Two major players in the sector, Onos Ovueraye, Entertainment Editor of BellaNaija and Osagie Alonge, Chief Correspondent at The NET NG,were hosted on the show. The duo, along with host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, discussed the rising super... Read More

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September 22, 2013

“Yes, I am a sexual outlaw”: Denrele Edun opens up on his sexual orientation, Goldie Harvey and his relationship with Charly Boy

by Akan Ido Effervescent ChannelO On-Air-Personality, Denrele Edun was on Rubbin’ Minds on Channels Television where he talked about winning The Future Awards Africa, his mode of dressing, sexual orientation, relationship with Charly Boy and the tragic death of his friend, Goldie Harvey. Edun, who was wearing a black outfit with a gold sequence jacket,... Read More

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September 18, 2013

#AnambraDecides: Enough is Enough Nigeria convenes #RSVP Town Hall meeting in Anambra (WATCH)

by Oge Okonkwo Enough is Enough Nigeria (EiE) and Techie District are jointly presenting a Town Hall Meeting titled ‘My Vote, My Voice’ with Ebuka Obi-Uchendu as host and co-founder of The Future Awards Africa (TFAA), Chude Jideonwo as the keynote speaker in Anambra state. The #AnambraDecides RSVP event will zero-in on the upcoming gubernatorial election in Anambra... Read More

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September 2, 2013

Tiwa Savage, Toke Makinwa, Omawumi, others party hard as Waje’s celebrates birthday (PHOTOS)

by ‘Jola Sotubo Nigerian songstress, Waje celebrated her birthday yesterday night at Sailor’s in Lekki, Lagos. The party had in attendance her close friends, music industry colleagues and many more. Notable guests were Omawumi, Tiwa Savage, Sasha, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, Toke Makinwa, Kaffy, Mai Ataifo and Noble Igwe. Photos below: ... Read More

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August 30, 2013

She bares it all! Big Brother’s Beverly Osu makes an appearance on Rubbin’ Minds this Sunday

by Oge Okonkwo Fresh out of the Big Brother ‘The Chase’ Africa House, one of Nigeria’s representatives, Beverly Osu is the guest on the entertainment segment of the number one talk show for young Nigerians, Rubbin’ Minds. The show airs this Sunday, 1 September on Channels TV at 3pm. The daring video vixen will face... Read More

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August 26, 2013

WATCH: Tonto Dikeh speaks about her relationship with Iyanya, tattoos, Indian hemp & bleaching on Rubbin’ Minds

by Oge Okonkwo Popular actress and singer, Tonto Dikeh gave us an insight into the significance of her much talked about tattoos on yesterday’s episode of Rubbin’ Minds where she was the guest on the Entertainment Segment on Channels TV with host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu. [READ: “I’ll die for Yvonne Nelson, dine with Genevieve Nnaji & dust off Tonto... Read More

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August 24, 2013

Get ready, Iyanya! It’s Tonto Dikeh’s turn on Rubbin’ Minds this Sunday

by Isi Esene Popular actress and singer, Tonto Dikeh is the guest in this Sunday’s Rubbin’ Minds with host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu. She is guest on the Entertainment Segment on Channels TV at 3pm. The beautiful actress is appearing on the show barely a month after being called out by popular artiste, Iyanya who said he would “…dust off Tonto... Read More

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August 11, 2013

“Don Jazzy has a crush on me,” OAP, Toolz opens up on Rubbin’ Minds (WATCH)

by Akan Ido On-air-personality, Tolu ‘Toolz’ Oniru was the guest today on Rubbin’ Minds, the popular TV show on ChannelsTV hosted by Ebuka Obi-Uchendu. The beautiful presenter of Ndani TV’s The Juice spoke about her career, and rumours making the rounds abiut her relationship with certain celebrities. She said artiste, Lynxxx is her friend, Iyanya... Read More

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July 28, 2013

No female threat: I compete ONLY with men in Nigeria’s music industry – Tiwa Savage

by Oge Okonkwo MAVIN first lady, Tiwa Savage has made it clear concerning who she competes with in the music industry as she sees none of her female peers in the industry as a threat. In Tiwa’s reply to a question asked by the show host about who she sees as the biggest threat to... Read More

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July 22, 2013

“I’ll die for Yvonne Nelson, dine with Genevieve Nnaji & dust off Tonto Dikeh” – Iyanya opens up on Rubbin’ Minds

by Isi Esene After Iyanya’s interview on the Sunday hit show, Rubbin’ Minds we’ve been able to establish who the Kukere-master will die for, dine with and dust off. His answer to this poser is simple: He’ll “die for Yvonne Nelson, Dine with Genevieve Nnaji and Dust off Tonto Dikeh.” The hunk of a guy, Iyanya... Read More

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July 13, 2013

SK Johnson’s account of The Future Awards Africa Nominees Dinner which took place in Lagos

On Thursday the 11th of July, The United States Consulate hosted the nominees of The Future Awards Africa 2013 to an exclusive dinner. The invitation-only event was held at the Consular-General’s residence in Ikoyi, Lagos and hosted by Bennie Uche and Rubbin’ Minds host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu. Arrival of guests took place between 5 and... Read More

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June 30, 2013

Aww, how romantic: SEE Tiwa Savage, Banky W, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, Tee-Billz, others at Toolz’s surprise birthday dinner (PHOTOS)

by Rachel Ogbu Pretty Beat FM On Air Personality and Ndani TV presenter, Toolz was treated to a surprise birthday dinner yesterday. Some of the celebrity guests included, Banky W, Olamide Adedeji, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, Tunde Demuren and Tiwa Savage & Tee-Billz. Ebuka, Banky W, Olamide Adedeji (Soundcity) and Tunde Demuren (EME) Tiwa Savage and... Read More

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June 21, 2013

#BBATheChase: Get over the sex and nudity already

by SK Johnson A couple of days ago the shocking results of a study regarding gay porn were released. Well, to the general population of the world, the fact that people Nigeria and Pakistan watch gay porn probably wouldn’t be something capable of sending them into cardiac arrest; to people in Nigeria, however, that’s only... Read More

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May 11, 2013

SNAPSHOT: Ebuka Obi-Uchendu lounging with former Big Brother housemates

by Akan Ido Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, the handsome lawyer and presenter of the popular television programme, Rubbin’ Minds recently posted a photo online with the caption: “Caught up with some of my #BigBrother #Nigeria ladies; @iphiebabe, @SandraOsaigbovo & @reensuji. 7 years is a long time.” The photo shows three beautiful ladies, Ify Ejikeme, Sandra Osaigbovo and... Read More

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March 17, 2013

Ebuka Obi-Uchendu: Finding my voice again (Y! FrontPage)

How do you continue to shout at a government that has had almost no single arrest or conviction of a government official for corrupt practices in almost 3 years of its life only to make its strongest corruption statement by forgiving a thief of all his sins? I haven’t written an article in a few... Read More

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February 3, 2013

Ebuka Obi-Uchendu: Hanging out with the voiceless (Y! FrontPage)

We make a lot of noise, disagree on everything and fail to focus on one issue long enough to resolve it before jumping to the next one. I always insist that some of the best conversations I encounter on Nigerian issues happen at newspaper stands, beer parlors and anywhere artisans are gathered. I’m always surprised... Read More

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January 29, 2013

Ebuka Obi-Uchendu interviews NLNG Prize winner, Chika Unigwe – Report from this week’s Rubbin’ Minds

by Akan Ido Chika Unigwe, the winner of the 2012 NLNG $100,000 prize for literature was on Rubbin’ Minds on Sunday to talk about herself, her inspiration, and lots more. The show, anchored as usual by Ebuka Obi-Uchendu was captivating as usual with Unigwe speaking her mind on so many issues. She talked about the... Read More

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January 28, 2013

Did Ebuka Obi-Uchendu put Toke Makinwa on the spot on Rubbin’ Minds? (WATCH)

by Isi Esene It was a delightful session with TV/Radio host and blogger, Toke Makinwa in the last episode of Rubbin’ Minds, as host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu went close and personal on the some of the hot topics around the new kid on the celeb block. Makinwa, who was interviewed over writer, critic and winner of... Read More

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January 22, 2013

“No Iyanya please!” Uru Eke answers ‘Ebuka’s 10 Questions’ on Rubbin’ Minds Live

by Akan Ido On the last episode of Rubbin’ Minds on Channels Television (21 January, 2013) host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu discussed the African Cup of Nations and The Future Awards National Enterprise Conference holding this Saturday, January 26. But perhaps the highlight of the show was the interview with the next big thing on Nigeria’s acting... Read More

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January 20, 2013

Ebuka Obi-Uchendu: Let’s talk about irresponsible government (Y! FrontPage)

by Ebuka Obi-Uchendu I was in the car with my brother’s driver heading out to get fuel and noticed the queues were back sometime last week. We hadn’t heard about any strikes or disagreements between government and tanker drivers or any of the petroleum sector employee unions. In spite of all that, it still... Read More

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January 7, 2013

New set, new host, new vibe! Rubbin’ Minds reloads for 2013… Ebuka Obi-Uchendu takes the stage

by Isi Esene Just in time for the New Year, the producers of Rubbin’ Minds, the influential TV talk-show for young Nigerians have announced major upgrades. “It’s been five spectacular years, and we’re excited to take this to a whole new level in 2013,” says Adebola Williams, who is executive producer of the show. The... Read More

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January 6, 2013

Ebuka Obi-Uchendu: Occupy Nigeria: Are we better off today?

by Ebuka Obi-Uchendu We may be under the illusion that 2013 has started on a more proper note. We’ve made our resolutions and Mr. president has promised to surprise us this year. But the truth remains that it is almost impossible to ever make progress without looking at the past. 2012 started off on quite... Read More

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December 16, 2012

Ebuka Obi-Uchendu: We can’t continue like this, seriously (YNaija FrontPage)

I don’t know about you but I worry for a country that wants to celebrate the death of a human being not because he was insanely wicked to humanity but because of his religious beliefs while he was alive. As the news of the helicopter crash filtered in yesterday and I heard that... Read More

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November 18, 2012

Ebuka Obi-Uchendu: The Abuja delusion/illusion (YNaija FrontPage)

I look at all these evidently important roads and wonder what really the government is doing. Then I realize that they’re actually busy constructing 10 lane highways from the airport to the city. Yes in Abuja of course; complete with bridges and street lights all the way through. I’m really not sure how to say... Read More

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November 4, 2012

Ebuka Obi-Uchendu: Scrap the Ministry of Information (YNaija Frontpage)

Simply put, the Minister needs to see that scarce funds are being wasted on this pointless tour of states, which will not change any Nigerian’s perception of government performance. As I watched the NTA network news on Thursday, November 1st 2012, I was caught between disgust at the unnecessary display of emptiness I was witnessing... Read More

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