Actress, Chinonso Arubayi, reveals how social expectation drove her into depression following her husband’s death

“Society’s attitude towards widows is harmful to women,” Actress, Chinonso Arubayi. In this week’s episode of #WithChude, actress and TV Host, Chinonso Arubayi opened up to host and co-founder of Joy, Inc., Chude Jideonwo about dealing with grief, struggling with social expectations and her faith following the sudden death of her husband, Eric Arubayi. Gospel... Read More

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December 31, 2017

#YNaija2017Review: Alex Ekwueme, Buchi Emecheta, Maitama Sule, Eric Arubayi… 10 notable deaths of 2017

May their souls rest in peace. Eric Arubayi On February 11, thirty-three-year-old gospel music live act and former Idols West Africa fan favourite Eric Arubayi passed away suddenly at the Delta State University Teaching Hospital. Eric Arubayi made a respectable living as a gospel singer and members of Pastor Paul Adefarasin’s House on the Rock... Read More

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February 20, 2017

LONG READ: Buchi Emecheta, Eric Arubayi and how to remember our dead

by Wilfred Okiche The evening of February 11, news began to filter in that thirty three year old gospel music live act and former Idols West Africa fan favourite Eric Arubayi had passed away suddenly. Anyone who has followed the social media determined news cycle knows by now, the way events like this play out,... Read More

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February 17, 2017

Ololade Ajekigbe: And we die differently too

by Ololade Ajekigbe The Nigerian story is one that never ceases to fascinate. We are different in so many ways. Our lifestyle, our outlook to life, our resilience, our sorry socio-economic state, our lying and thieving politicians. You name it! We are a different breed of people. Even among our neighbours, we stick out like a... Read More

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February 14, 2017

We are inspired by his life… | Eric Arubayi’s family release press statement

The family of gospel musician, Eric Arubayi Tuesday released an official statement on his death. Arubayi died Saturday at the Delta State University Teaching Hospital after a brief illness. His friends Sunday celebrated his life as they showered encomiums on the late singer who came into prominence for his appearance at the maiden edition of the... Read More

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February 13, 2017

Entertainment Roundup: All the winners, performances and fashion at the 2017 Grammys, Tiwa Savage gets featured on CNN African Voices | More stories

Here are all the biggest entertainment stories from the weekend and all the ones that unraveled while you slept – and will buzz throughout today. Grammys 2017: Beyonce, Adele’s tribute to George Michael, winners and some fashion The 59th Grammy Awards held while you slept so we have a quick roundup (within the roundup) of... Read More

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February 12, 2017

Flashback to Eric Arubayi’s stellar performances at the 2007 West African Idols (WATCH)

Eric Arubayi, third runner up of the maiden edition of the West Africa Idols died on Saturday night after a brief illness. Many who knew him took to their various social media platforms to share stories of their relationship with him as they expressed grief over his passing. As we remember Arubayi, we bring you... Read More

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February 12, 2017

See how celebrities reacted to the death of gospel singer Eric Arubayi

On Saturday the news of the death of Gospel singer Eric Arubayi broke. Arubayi, who was the third runner up at the maiden edition of the West African Idols passed on at the Delta State University Teaching Hospital. Since the news of his death, reactions have been pouring in from different quarters. From fellow musicians... Read More

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February 12, 2017

West African Idols singer, Eric Arubayi is dead

Third runner up at the maiden edition of the West African Idols, Eric Arubayi is dead. The Gospel singer, who was in his 30s reportedly died on Saturday at the Delta State University Teaching Hospital. Eric was said to have fallen ill during the week and was rushed to the hospital. He is survived by his... Read More

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February 25, 2015

Aww, how cute: Singer, Eric Arubayi poses with his adorable baby boy (LOOK)

by Chinwe Okafor Aren’t they adorable? Eric Arubayi shared a picture of him and his son on the internet. The singer & his wife, Chinonso welcomed their lil man, Jayden in January.

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July 27, 2011

The Redefinition of an Idol: Eric Arubayi launches debut album

by Eric Nwanso The much anticipated launch of Eric Arubayi of West African Idols’ debut album held at SS Lounge Victoria Island, Lagos on 14th July, 2011, with notable guests such as M.I, MC Abbey, OC Ukeje, Lolo of Wazobia FM, Lara George, Nikki Laoye, Wale Dizzy, Elvina, Gloria & Obukome Ibru in attendance. Guests at the event enjoyed performances... Read More

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July 13, 2011

A few things you didn’t know about Eric Arubayi

by Yemi Olowu Nickname: Erico, Makanaki, Italiano, Producto Siblings: Erica, Derrick & Daniel My perfect date would be: Going away to the Seychelles Island You are most likely to see me wearing: Basically Jeans, a Shirt & Waist Coat My favorite film is: The Good, the Bad & the Ugly and Fighting Temptations The person I ping... Read More

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July 7, 2011

Redefined! Idols West Africa’s Eric is back

by Hauwa Gambo Eric Arubayi first gained prominence when he contested with Timi Dakolo, Omawumi Megbele and Jodie on the first edition of the Idols’ West Africa Reality show, and since then he has been working hard on improving his skills and maturing his music. Now he is ready with his debut album which is... Read More

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Actress, Chinonso Arubayi, reveals how social expectation drove her into depression following her husband’s death

#YNaija2017Review: Alex Ekwueme, Buchi Emecheta, Maitama Sule, Eric Arubayi… 10 notable deaths of 2017

LONG READ: Buchi Emecheta, Eric Arubayi and how to remember our dead

Ololade Ajekigbe: And we die differently too

We are inspired by his life… | Eric Arubayi’s family release press statement

Entertainment Roundup: All the winners, performances and fashion at the 2017 Grammys, Tiwa Savage gets featured on CNN African Voices | More stories

Flashback to Eric Arubayi’s stellar performances at the 2007 West African Idols (WATCH)

See how celebrities reacted to the death of gospel singer Eric Arubayi

West African Idols singer, Eric Arubayi is dead

Aww, how cute: Singer, Eric Arubayi poses with his adorable baby boy (LOOK)

The Redefinition of an Idol: Eric Arubayi launches debut album

A few things you didn’t know about Eric Arubayi

Redefined! Idols West Africa’s Eric is back

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