Entertainment Roundup: Nelly sued for sexual assault; Zayn Malik says he is no longer Muslim | Other top stories

Today’s Noisemakers: Femi Otedola, Don Jazzy, Bovi, 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

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August 7, 2018

Entertainment Roundup: Kelly Hansome accuses Don jazzy of plotting to arrest him, Linda Ikeji gets Doctorate degree I More stories

Here’s everything you missed in entertainment yesterday and others that unravelled while you slept – and are still buzzing today: Nigerian singer, Kelly Handsome has accused ace producer and founder of Mavin Records, Don Jazzy and some of ‘his people’ of trying to get him arrested twice. The ‘Maga don pay crooner‘ who made the disclosure in... Read More

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February 25, 2018

Efe’s “Am Sorry Am Winning” is finally here

The most anticipated EP in recent days is here. “Am Sorry Am Winning” by Efe features Olamide, Dj Neptune, Oritsefemi and Lasisielenu with productions from Duktor Sett, Young John and T.U.C. This is an impeccable body of work with great versitility, delivery and creativity shown by Efe. It’s a must listen with many stand-out tracks.... Read More

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February 22, 2018

Entertainment Roundup: Meryl Streep attacks Harvey Weinstein for using her as defense | More stories

Here’s everything you missed in entertainment yesterday and others that unravelled while you slept – and are still buzzing today. Burna Boy working on new project with Timbaland and Skrillex After releasing his new project ‘Outside’ some weeks ago, Burna Boy is currently working with American record producers; Timbaland and Skrillex in the studio. He released videos... Read More

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February 21, 2018

Today’s Noisemakers: Barack Obama, Efe, Ycee, 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 matters, 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:... Read More

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November 15, 2017

Entertainment Roundup: Nicki Minaj ‘breaks the internet’ in NSFW shoot for Paper Magazine; Efe releases new single | More stories

Missed out on all the entertainment gist from yesterday? Here are the biggest ones and others that unraveled while you slept and are still buzzing this Wednesday morning. Efe releases new single, I Love You And immediately follows up with visuals… Big Brother Naija winner, Efe is out with his third single since he landed... Read More

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October 9, 2017

I am reinventing rap, says BBNaija winner, Efe (WATCH)

Winner of the 2017 edition of Big Brother Naija, Efe Ejeba Sunday, said winning comes with a lot of “baggage” although, winning is his way. He said this on Rubbin’ Minds by Y!TV (Channels Television). Excerpts: The biggest lesson he has learnt? – “Nothing is easy“. “When I say winning is my mentality, it is how... Read More

Opinion: Here is a reason to weep for Nigeria

by Micheal Ace A few days ago, I was listening to the news when the reporter said something that made me lose my voice. I was dumbfounded. I logged on to Facebook immediately only to find people post tributes with hashtag #Ozubulu. Some gunmen just walked into a church during service and shot people... Read More

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August 7, 2017

Entertainment Roundup: Despacito is the most viewed video on YouTube with over 3 billion views; Moyo Lawal clears the air on suicide rumours | More stories

Catch up on the biggest entertainment stories from the weekend and others that unraveled while you slept – and are certain to buzz throughout Monday. Jay-Z’s latest video is a remake of 90s sitcom, Friends Rapper, Jay-Z tells quite a story with the video for ‘Moonlight’, a track off his 4.44 album. The video, which... Read More

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July 25, 2017

I may not be popular in 6 months – Efe

Winner of the 2017 edition of Big Brother Naija, Efe has asked fans to keep supporting him so he would get to his desired destination. In an interview with Planet TV, the singer said he has left the ‘euphoria’ that comes with winning a competition as big as BBNaija or the recognition that comes with... Read More

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July 11, 2017

Wizkid, Davido, DJ Spinall, Efe nominated for NEA Awards | See full list

Wizkid, Davido, Richard Mofe-Damijo, Olamide and Funke Akindele have been nominated for the 2017 Nigerian Entertainment Awards. The 12th edition of Nigerian Entertainment Awards is billed to take place in New York, US, on September 3. Musicians, actors, presenters and others were nominated in a total of 35 categories. See full list below: https://www.instagram.com/p/BWPw3ZdhajT/ https://www.instagram.com/p/BWPx0BIhA00/... Read More

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May 31, 2017

Entertainment Roundup: Ariana Grande features Usher, Justin Bieber for Manchester benefit concert; Mercy Aigbe’s daughter, Michelle speaks on fame and cyberbullying | More stories

Missed anything in entertainment yesterday? Catch up on the biggest stories here… Justin Bieber, Usher and other stars to perform at Manchester benefit concert Ariana Grande is undeterred! Days ago, the pop star revealed in an essay to everyone affected by the explosion that rocked her Manchester Arena concert last week that she will be... Read More

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May 25, 2017

Entertainment Roundup: Ariana Grande suspends world tour after Manchester terror attack, Wizkid announces release date for mixtape | More stories

Here are yesterday’s biggest stories yesterday and those that unraveled while you slept—and are still buzzing this morning. Ariana Grande suspends the rest of her tour following terror attack Pop star, Ariana Grande has put her Dangerous Woman tour on hold. The decision comes after her Manchester concert was ruined by the devastating terror attack... Read More

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May 12, 2017

The YNaija Cover the evening – the 12th of May

Follow the links below to read these stories and analyses: Let’s talk about #BigBrotherNaija winner, Efe’s seemingly misplaced sense of importance Davido can’t contain his excitement as R.Kelly remixes his hit track “If” http://lifestyle.ynaija.com/chimamanda-ngozi-adichie-wearing-strictly-nigerian-brands-shes-documenting-journey-instagram/

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May 12, 2017

#BBNaija’s Efe is extremely passionate | Olamide shares his thoughts on show’s winner (WATCH)

by Omoleye Omoruyi Singing sensation, Olamide, in an interview with Soundcity, said he sees the winner of the 2017 edition of Big Brother Naija, Efe, as someone who has the passion to achieve anything. Olamide says Efe should be given time, that the zeal and the ability to grow is in him. Watch video below:... Read More

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May 12, 2017

The YNaija Cover this morning – the 12th of May

Follow these links to read these stories and analyses on YNaija: #BigBrotherNaija: Efe has a message for haters of his music Governor Amosun escapes death on Lagos-Ibadan expressway Police officers engage in physical fight in Abuja [WATCH]

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May 11, 2017

#BigBrotherNaija: Efe has a message for haters of his music

by Omoleye Omoruyi The winner of the 2017 edition of the Big Brother Naija show, Efe, has reacted to comments questioning his music career. This comments came after Efe released his new single, ‘Based on Logistics’. Of course, some fans encouraged him but some others asked him to just stop music. Efe then tweeted: “D... Read More

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April 28, 2017

Efe releases ‘Based on Logistics’ 3 weeks after winning BBNaija (LISTEN)

Just 3 weeks after emerging winner of the Big Brother Naija show, Efe Ejeba has released a song titled his popular catchphrase ‘Based on Logistics’. The rapper had made the phrase popular after continuously saying it during and after the show. The song was produced by his main collaborator, Duktor Sett. Listen; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZMOn8_8-lqw

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April 25, 2017

‘Don’t invest all N25m into music’ | Ycee advises BBNaija winner, Efe

by Azeez Adeniyife Rapper, Oludemilade Alejo popularly known as Ycee has advised Big Brother Naija winner, Efe, not to invest all his money into music. Ycee gave the advice during a short interview with Buzztop. According to the rapper, successful people in the music industry took a lot of time to be at the level... Read More

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April 19, 2017

Entertainment Roundup: Drake’s ‘baby mama’ was only after publicity; Disqualifying Kemen took 7 hours of deliberation | More stories

Here are the biggest entertainment stories from yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept – and are still buzzing today. BBNaija host, Ebuka shares some thoughts on the show in an interview with Beat FM’s Toolz Host of the just concluded Big Brother Naija reality TV show, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu was a guest on... Read More

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April 18, 2017

Tonto Dikeh’s ex-husband gifts Big Brother Naija housemates with plots of land in Abuja

Apart from being Tonto Dikeh’s estranged husband, Olakunle Churchill is also a philanthropist and he has extended an arm of generosity to the top three finalists of the Big Brother Naija reality show. The Chairman of Big Church Group of Companies presented certificates of landed property to Efe, Bisola and TBoss as his company congratulated... Read More

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April 15, 2017

$50m cash in an Ikoyi mansion, 15 million jobs | The 5 numbers that mattered this week

$50 million – The whopping amount of cash found by the EFCC in an empty apartment in Ikoyi, Lagos following a whistleblower alert. The monies were found safely tucked in bulletproof safes locked in wooden wardrobes. N6 billion – The Federal Government of Nigeria said it spends this amount on a monthly basis on the... Read More

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April 13, 2017

Ololade Ajekigbe: “Efenomenon” and the power of goodwill

by Ololade Ajekigbe “How rewarding has writing been for you?” he asked. “Do you make money from blogging?” She wanted to know. These are the sort of questions I get fairly regularly. While the perception of what a typical career path should look like is changing in this part of the world, there’s still a... Read More

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April 13, 2017

The Thread: All the times Efe won our hearts over | #BBNaija Throwback Thursday

He came, he competed, he cashed out. This is the story of Efe Money, also known as Efenomenon. The BBNaija show ended on Sunday, 9th April after 78 days of thrilling fans with in-house romance, betrayals, fights etc. At the end of all that drama, only one person emerged the winner: EFE Money. How did... Read More

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April 12, 2017

#BBNaija: Plateau names Efe as entertainment ambassador

by Azeez Adeniyi Plateau State governor, Solomon Lalong has appointed winner of the just concluded Big Brother Naija show, Efe Ejeba as the Entertainment and Creative Industry ambassador in the state. The governor announced the appointment in a statement signed by Emmanuel Nanle, the state Director of Press and Public Affairs. [#BBNaija: Why I can’t... Read More

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Today’s Noisemakers: Robbie Gramer, AY + Bisola curves Thin Tall Tony on arrival

Every day, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social matters, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. We make it our job to take down the names of these noisemakers. 1 Robbie Gramer This article by Financial Policy writer... Read More

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#BBNaija: I knew Efe will likely win – Bisola

Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Bisola has said she always knew Efe was likely to win the reality TV show. While speaking during a press conference on Tuesday, Bisola said Efe has an aura that endeared people to him. “I had always felt that Efe was going to win even Big Brother used to ask... Read More

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#BBNaija: Why I supported Efe – AY comedian

Comedian Ayo Makun popularly known as AY has said he supported Efe to win the Big Brother Naija show because he reminds him of his struggles. In an Instagram post on Tuesday, AY said Efe might not have been the brightest but he had grace just like him and was focused. He said, “I personally... Read More

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