Tag: Iyanya

Mohbad and the Nigerian music industry

The Music Blog: Could The Nigerian Music Industry Be As Dark As Artistes Say?

The past few months have been revelatory for Nigerians and the world. The Nigerian music industry is being painted as dark by other artists in the entertainment industry as more…

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The Media Blog: Iyanya Shares Journey of Battling Bankruptcy, Legal Troubles and Depression

In the world of glitz and glamour, where stars shine their brightest, it's easy to forget that fame doesn't always guarantee a life free from struggles. Nigerian singer Iyanya recently…

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Iyanya Reveals Why Reality TV Winners Fail to Sustain Fame

Renowned singer Iyanya, winner of Project Fame West Africa Season 1, has shed light on the enigmatic phenomenon behind the fading stardom of most reality TV show winners. Speaking candidly…

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I begged to perform at shows in 2021 – Iyanya

On Wednesday, Nigerian musician Iyanya Mbuk revealed that he pleaded with concert organizers to let him appear at two gigs in December 2021. The Kukere singer detailed in a series of…

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#WithChude: “I bought a new car to kill myself”- Ubi Franklin opens up on his turbulent years

Last night’s episode of #WithChude featured entertainment executive, entrepreneur, and founder of the record label, Made Men Music Group, Ubi Franklin. On the show, he talked about the struggles and pains he…

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Entertainment Roundup: MI Abaga releases a surprise project; Iyanya confirms his exit from Mavin Records | More stories

Here’s everything you missed in entertainment yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept – and are still buzzing today. MI's surprise package Nigerian rapper, M.I surprised fans with the…

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Iyanya starts 2018 with ‘Good Vibes’ featuring Team Salut

Iyanya Onoyom Mbuk known simply as Iyanya sets the tone for the New Year with a new song entitled ‘Good Vibes’ featuring United Kingdom-based group, Team Salut. The Temple Music…

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#YNaija2017Review: Life is Eazi, Sugarcane, Palmwine Music… See the 10 best EP’s/Mixtapes of the year

The year was awash in excellent Eps and mixtapes with both established and upcoming stars putting in commendable effort to curate these side projects. We have the extremely difficult job…

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9ice, Iyanya, Bisola, Jeff Akoh release theme song for victorious Nigerian Bobsled girls

The Bobsled & Skeleton Federation of Nigeria and Temple Management Company (TMC) has released a Temple Music (TMPL) all-star theme song for the inspiring Nigerian Bobsled Team in celebration of…

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Iyanya releases video for “Iyanu” (WATCH)

Nigerian singer, Iyanya Onoyom Mbuk known popularly as Iyanya has a video for his recently released song, Iyanu. Shot in Rome by European-based Omar  (@directedbyomar), the video was released Tuesday, November…

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Entertainment Roundup: House of Cards’ actor, Kevin Spacey apologises for seducing fellow actor, comes out as gay | More stories

We love Mondays! It’s the day of the week where we get to load you with all the entertainment gists you missed through the weekend and others that unraveled while…

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The YNaija Cover this evening – the 28th of October

Follow these links to read our cover stories and analyses on YNaija:

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Singer, Iyanya explains why he is still single

Nigerian singer, Iyanya Onoyom Mbuk known as Iyanya has said that although he is single at the moment, he has no intention of getting hooked to any lady soon - as he is…

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Entertainment Roundup: Simi’s album is No 5 on Billboard World Music Chart; Jamie Foxx to portray Mike Tyson in new biopic | More stories

From Iyanya's next big move to Jamie Foxx's new movie role, here's everything you missed in entertainment yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept - and are still buzzing…

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Iyanya drops visual for ‘Bow For You’ (WATCH)

Mavin Records artiste, Iyanya has continued to make his return and presence known in the music industry. The 'Your Waist' singer has released the visuals to his song, 'Bow for…

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Wait, what happened to that Chinese man that almost stabbed Iyanya’s former manager, Ubi Franklin?

About two months ago, MMMG Label boss, Ubi Franklin shared a very troubling story of something that had happened to him on the 9th of May as he shopped in…

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Skales, Korede Bello, Humblesmith, Harry Song to Perform at Yaw’s #APERE on May 28 in Lagos

Comedian and OAP Steve ‘Yaw’ Onu will be staging his annual ‘Yaw Live on Stage’ event titled APERE featuring Sound Sultan on Sunday, May 28 2017  at Eko Hotels Convention Centre, Lagos…

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I am not envious of Tekno’s success – Iyanya

by Dolapo Adelana Kukere crooner, Iyanya has said he is not surprised at the success of fellow singer, Tekno. Iyanya made the disclosure during an interview with The Punch.   When…

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Entertainment Roundup: Watch Wizkid’s interview with UK’s Channel 4, BBNaija’s Debie-rise re-releases her single “No Cunny Cunny” | More stories

Catch up on everything you missed yesterday and others that unraveled while you laid asleep - and are still buzzing this Friday morning. Wizkid speaks to UK's Channel 4 on…

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Iyanya shuts down Lagos At Signature EP unveiling concert

Iyanya was at his waist-twisting and torso-baring best on Wednesday night when he unveiled his new EP, Signature. He rolled back the years by performing live songs from the highly…

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Entertainment Roundup: Billboard features Tekno as next Nigerian act to break into the American market, Iyanya releases first EP with Mavin Records | More stories

Here are the top stories from yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept - and are still buzzing on today's Entertainment Roundup. Billboard features Tekno as next Nigerian star…

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New Music: Iyanya releases “Hold On” (LISTEN)

For those who predicted that Iyanya's career would nosedive following his move to Mavin Records, he may just have made another attempt at proving you all wrong. With a second…

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The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversations today

These are the top five stories that drove conversations today. 1. I sold 50% of MMMG shares to Paul Okoye – Ubi Franklin CEO of Made Men Music Group (MMMG), Ubi…

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I sold 50% of MMMG shares to Paul Okoye – Ubi Franklin

CEO of Made Men Music Group (MMMG), Ubi Franklin has said he transferred shares of his former partner, Iyanya to Paul Okoye of Upfront and Personal, TheCable reports. Franklin said…

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Full list of nominees for the 2016 Headies Awards

Organisers of the Headies Awards, Hip TV has released its nominees for the 2016 edition. There are 21 categories in this year's awards focusing on activities between July 2015 to…

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Why Iyanya dumped Ubi Franklin’s MMMG label + more on The Slab with Isime

Chuks Okpani, Roqeebah Olaoniye, Ezinne Ajoku and Tolu Omoyeni join Isime Esene on The Slab this week to talk about Iyanya's move to Mavin Records, Lagos government employing university graduates as…

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Iyanya should be afraid of Tekno but he says we’re dumb so we’ll leave him be

Early on in the week, the news of Iyanya's new deal with Don Jazzy's Mavin records hit news sites, for the simple reason, two big names are involved here. But precisely,…

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Entertainment Roundup: Linda Ikeji’s LIS unveiled, Jaywon welcomes baby boy | More stories

Here are some of the stories that made news yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept - and are still buzzing today. Linda Ikeji unveils her own social networking…

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Only a dumb person will compare me with Tekno – Iyanya

After the shocking announcement that Singer Iyanya has been signed to Mavin Records owned by Don Jazzy, fans resumed comparing the 'Kukere' crooner to wave of the moment, Tekno. Some fans…

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Entertainment Roundup: Empire star, Taraji Henson LOVES Davido’s music, Iyanya joins the Mavins | More stories

Here are some of the stories from yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept - and are still buzzing this morning. Iyanya opts for Don Jazzy's Mavin Records and…

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