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12 Nigerian songs influenced by Ghanaian sounds – Mr Eazi (WATCH)
Afropop singer, Mr Eazi has listed 12 Nigerian songs influenced by Ghanaian sounds in a recent interview with MTV Base. The singer recently came under fire for insinuating that Nigerian…
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Wizkid is back on top! | Here are 5 takeaways from the 2016 MAMAs
by Sola Fasasi Another MAMAs has come and gone. It is, easily, the continent’s biggest music festival – and as always, it captured the attention of young Africans (or at…
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The Media Blog: This Premium Times interview leaves us a little – actually, a lot – uncomfortable
We read this interview in Premium Times 6 days ago that worried us – it worried us because it is wrong. But it also worried us because Premium Times usually…
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The Media Blog: MTV Base subbed the Nigerian government – and maybe some corporates
The MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMA), anchored by MTV Base is for the third year, hosted in South Africa. This is a big deal. Nigeria continues to not take media…
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MTV MAMAs is back, and it’s (expectedly) not coming to Nigeria
by Isime Esene For three years in a row, the MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMAs), arguably Africa's biggest award show has moved to Johannesburg, South Africa, and one can't help…
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Entertainment Roundup: More money for Flavour | Toni Payne’s child abuse war ‘takes no prisoners’ | More Stories
Here are the top stories from yesterday and some stories that unraveled while you slept - and are now buzzing this morning. Wizkid entertains over 15,000 people in Munich (WATCH).…
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Stephanie Coker leaves MTV Base to start a ‘new chapter’
MTV Base On-Air personality, Stephanie Coker has announced that she is leaving the music channel. Coker who has been with the music channel since 2011, made this known in a message…
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This is what 2face could have become, if he hadn’t discovered music
Legendary artiste, 2face Idibia, who turns 40 today, has revealed that he once tried his luck in goalkeeping but didn't make it far because he started late. 2face, revealed this during an…
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“She gives me peace” | 2face gushes about Annie Idibia (WATCH)
Nigeria's Afropop legend, Innocent Idibia a.k.a 2face, turned 40 today. In an interview with MTV base, he gushed about his wife, Annie Idibia, saying that he married her because he didn't…
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“I’ll like to collaborate with Vic O” – Phyno in MTV Base interview
Phyno has expressed interest in collaborating with controversial rapper, Vic.O. He reveals this and several other interesting tidbits on this week’s episode of MTV Base Real Talk. While responding…
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Miley Cyrus to host MTV VMAs
Miley Cyrus will host the 2015 MTV Video Music Awards. To announce the news, the 22-year-old singer dressed up as an alien wearing a sign which read: "MTV won't let…
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Nigerian artistes dominate nominee list as MTV makes MAMA 2015 announcement
MTV Africa just announced its line up of nominees for the upcoming MAMA awards. The event which will take place on the 18th of July was hosted by @sizwedhlomo and @NoMoozlie and…
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Others are counterfeit | @OfficialWaje tells us why she has the best voice in Nigeria
by S'ola Filani "I promised to tell you guys the truth and nothing but the truth, So yes Waje is the best female vocalist in Nigeria" she responded during the…
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MTV Base reacts to controversy over ‘Best Naija Tracks’ list
by Isi Esene International music channel, MTV Base has reacted to the debate brewing on social media over the programme aired on Independence Day titled, 'The Best Naija Songs Ever…
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Forget the MTV Base list: Here’s the authentic list of the top 20 Nigerian songs of all time
by Anike Jacobs So earlier today, MTV Africa released a list of the top 20 greatest Naija songs of all time, with 2face Idibia’s ‘African Queen’ topping the compilation. Singer…
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EME artiste, Shaydee signs endorsement deal with Metro Taxi (LOOK)
by Damilola Jagun Budding artiste, Shaydee has just signed an extensive endorsement deal with Nigeria’s leading taxi brand, Metro Taxi. Shaydee is signed artiste to Empire Mates Entertainment (EME) alongside hit…
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GOtv launches in Makurdi with open-air concert
by Jewel Stephen To mark the launch of its service in the city of Makurdi, GOtv on Wednesday, 20 August 2014 held an open air concert at the Cool-off Park.…
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LOL! Watch Basketmouth, Olamide, Seyi Shay, Phyno, Dr Sid and others in Dorobucci comic-video
by Damilola Jagun Comedian, Basketmouth and MTV Base have teamed up to do a comical video for Dorbucci. It features Olamide, Dr Sid, Phyno, Seyi Shay, Ben Murray Bruce, Skales,…
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“Loooooool” | Did Seun Kuti just ‘sub’ Flavour? (READ)
by Kolapo Olapoju Afrobeat artist, Seun Kuti, apparently disagrees with MTV Base's choice of Flavour as the best live act in Africa. The son of Late Fela Kuti, is known…
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Why D’banj and Don Jazzy got back together – US rapper, Wale reveals (WATCH)
by Tutu Akinlabi American rapper, Wale was in Nigeria recently and he spent a while in the country exploring his roots. He time with his family in Nigeria as well…
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Music superstars, Ice prince, Iyanya, others to star in MTV ‘Shuga’
by 'Jola Sotubo The MTV Base drama series, Shuga, can already boast of a star-studded cast and it is set to increase its shine and popularity by adding Iyanya and…
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“We’re both suffering from success, I wanna marry you!” – DJ Khalid proposes to Nicki Minaj on live TV (WATCH)
by Chisom Ukaegbu International producer/DJ/Artiste Khaled bin Abdul Khaled aka DJ Khaled shocked the world music scene recently when he went on MTV Base to propose to female artiste Nicki…
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Yellow yellow: Denrele and BBA winner, Karen Igho light up MTV Base party – literally (LOOK)
by Isi Esene Karen Igho and Denrele Edun were at the MTV Base Party on Saturday. As expected, Denrele is having fun and Igho is baring her err... tattoos. What…
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#ThisShouldConcernYou: MTV starts nationwide search for new Nigerian MTV VJ
by Isi Esene MTV Base is on a nationwide search for a quick-thinking, music-loving newcomer to become the new Nigerian VJ (TV presenter) for the youth entertainment channel. To get…
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Role Model: Obasanjo “inspires Nigerian youth” on MTV Meets
Chief Obasanjo and MTV Base VJ Vanessa Mdee on MTV Base Meets With MTN by Akan Ido Politician, ex-soldier, farmer, and two-time former president of Nigeria, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, will…
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Banky W, Wizkid & more – MTV’s video for ‘Shuga’ premieres
by Seyi Lawal MTV Base and the MTV Staying Alive Foundation has released the long-awaited music video of ‘Shuga,’ the hit track by Banky W featuring WizKid, Bon'eye and L Tido. The video…
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#BBChat: Christine Ameh talks about her single on BET, being turned down by MTV and Channel O & more
by 'Ifreke Inyang [@Ifreke] Christine Ben-Ameh says “Her sound is a profound combination of soul, R and B with a twist of mild pop delivered with powerful emotional vocals, wedded…
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Congratulations are in order! It’s a baby boy for MTV’s Cynthia Okpala
by Wilfred Okiche Cynthia Okpala, the Nigerian MTV Base VJ and her husband, Ozoemena Mbanefo have welcomed a baby boy into the world. The delivery took place in the United…
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Hello Kenya! Banky W and Wizkid lined up for cameo inTV series
By Seyi Lawal Empire Mates Entertainments’ boss and protégé, Banky W and Wizkid, are both lined up to feature as guest stars on the MTV Base sponsored Kenyan television series…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy