Onyeka Onwenu

December 6, 2013

Go to hell – 2face, eLDee, 9ice, MI, others refuse to be threatened by TV & radio stations (READ)

by Chi Ibe If you have been observing copyright matters nationally, you would know that the Tony Okoroji-led Copyright Association of Nigeria (COSON) has declared war against broadcast stations – television and radio – who share Nigerian music without paying rights. Some stations have been harrassed, and others threatened legally. Not able to take it... Read More

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October 21, 2013

Simply elegant: Onyeka Onwenu covers new issue of Genevieve Magazine (LOOK)

by Oge Okonkwo Renowned singer and actress, Onyeka Onwenu proves that age is just a number as she dazzles on the cover of the Iconic edition of Genevieve magazine, October issue . The music icon is really holding down her own with a great sense of fashion and style. Graceful and beautiful!

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September 25, 2013

Okey Ikechukwu: Onyeka Onwenu, remember Remi Oyo, Ifueko

by Okey Ikechukwu Onyeka Onwenu is to offer leadership to an organisation that needs to be taken to new levels of relevance, credibility and visibility. Onyeka Onwenu’s story would most probably be very different today if she was given her due after her youth service with the Nigerian Television Authority, decades ago. Some still recall... Read More

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September 9, 2013

Why we love Genny: Nollywood sweetheart, Genevieve Nnaji looks divine in white for movie premiere (PHOTOS)

by ‘Jola Sotubo Ever the diva, Genevieve Nnaji has shown that she can look hot in any colour, even angelic white! The Nollywood sweetheart brought all of her beauty and style into rocking a white hot number which she donned for a movie premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival in Canada. More photos... Read More

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August 26, 2013

WATCH: Ex-COZA member, Ese Walter auditions as a rapper on Glo X-Factor competition

by Akan Ido Ese Walter, the lady who has found herself in the eye of the storm after going public with allegations detailing her affair with Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo of the Common Wealth of Zion Assembly (COZA), was part of the Glo X-Factor audition in Abuja. [READ: How I was abused by Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo... Read More

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Trailer #2 for ‘Half Of A Yellow Sun’ featuring Genevieve Nnaji, Onyeka Onwenu and more (WATCH)

The new trailer for the film adaptation of Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s award-winning novel, Half Of A Yellow Sun hit the internet in the wee hours of today, and while being near-identical to the first trailer, features a glimpse of Genevieve Nnaji in character as the cigarette puffing Mrs Adebayo. [READ: 5 things SK Johnson... Read More

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5 things SK Johnson took away from ‘Half Of A Yellow Sun’ trailer (WATCH)

by SK Johnson The trailer for the Biyi Bandele directed (and written) film adaptation of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s novel, Half Of A Yellow Sun, debuted yesterday ahead of it’s presentation at the Toronto International Film Festival in September, leaving in its wake tears of joy, screams about how good the movie looks, and arguments about... Read More

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Aww, how cute: More photos from OAP, Matse Uwatse’s wedding in Lagos (PHOTOS)

Nigerian Info On-Air-Personality Matse Uwatse tied the knot with her fiance, Ekemelu Bertram Nnoli on Saturday, July 13 in Lagos. Fellow OAP, Freeze and Kaylah of Cool FM were the reception’s emcees at Jade’s Palace Chinese Restaurant, VI. Even diva Onyeka Onwenu was in attendance and performed her song “You and I” for the couple. Other celebrity guests... Read More

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Music Review: Ego’s ‘Firsteps’ are confident, sure and steady

by Wilfred Okiche She endeared herself to us as a member of Lagbaja’s band where her soaring vocals easily distinguished her and set her apart for future stardom. Her appearances in his music videos were a joy to behold and she became as much a star as the masked one himself. The inevitable cries for... Read More

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The Future Awards winners spotlight: Kemi Lala Akindoju blazes the trail

It would not be inaccurate to say that more than a few people were surprised when the winner of the Actor Of The Year for the 2010 edition of The Future Awards was announced. After all, Lala Akindoju was a relatively unknown upstart, particularly in comparison to the movie stars she was nominated against, including... Read More

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We LOVE! Onyeka Onwenu releases video for ‘Onye Bu Nwannem’ (WATCH)

by Isi Esene Onyeka Onwenu has released the video for her new single, Onye Bu Nwannem. The song which was directed by Akin Alabi is on her album compilation, The Legend Reloaded. Watch the video below:

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Tiwa Savage, Waje, Onyeka Onwenu & more at Omawumi’s album launch in Lagos (PHOTOS)

by Chi Ibe On April 7, Omawumi launched her sophomore album ‘Lasso of Truth’ at The Oriental Hotel, Lekki. At the music concert and album launch, Omawumi performed “What a bang bang” with 2Face Idibia, “Warn Yourself” with Wizkid, “Bottom Belle” with the composer of the song and also covered Bob Marley‘s “No Woman No Cry” with... Read More

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Opinion: Why we need to re-imagine our women in music and film

by Saratu Abiola The lack of nuance in the representation of women is a reflection of Nigerian society’s inclination towards shame and condemnation in its moral policing. On the surface, sexism in much of popular hip-hop culture has influenced Nigerian youth culture today, and has redefined the images of Nigerian women in film and music.... Read More

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7 women who rock our world (CLICK)

by Wilfred Okiche It is the international women’s day today and as part of our celebration of the women folk, we present our list of 10 Nigerian originals who rock our world. Mamas who have dreamed and have dared, lived and learned and remain endlessly inspiring. Betty Irabor From the very first Genevieve magazine issue... Read More

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October 25, 2012

Thanks for the music! Chude Jideonwo pays tribute to Shina Peters, Onyeka Onwenu, Majek Fashek, and others

by Chude Jideonwo It is, highly instructive that the most remarkable performance from last years’s editon of the Headies, easily the most important event in Nigeria’s music calendar, was that of a man whose music shook the nation in the 90s. The body of work that Sir Shina Peters introduced at the peak of his... Read More

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September 19, 2012

Review: What exactly makes Omawumi different?

by Demola Rewaju The only challenge I have now though is a worthy name to describe the true first lady of Nigerian music… maybe we’ll just stick with the ‘Mama K’ she’s chosen for herself. 2face has several kids (how many is it now?) from different mothers but is still at the top of his... Read More

September 11, 2012

Y! (totally) Recommends: Onyeka Onwenu – Falling in Love

by Stanley Azuakola Nigerian music legend Onyeka Onwenu shows in her new video Falling in Love, that she still has it! The song is off her compilation album, aptly named The Legend. . The video was directed by Tolucci. It’s a bit bare, but Onyeka in almost every frame, makes it all beautiful. We should... Read More

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September 9, 2012

Timi Dakolo, Onyeka Onwenu, & others: Celebrate the Love of Country this month – Click for more details

by Akan Ido As the 52nd Independence Anniversary of Nigeria draws closer, the ‘We Believe’ redefinition campaign and FOR THE LOVE OF COUNTRY brings you an event to give you a memorable independence celebration. The event is set to hold at the Muson Centre on the 30th of September. The ‘We Believe’ campaign is however... Read More

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October 21, 2011

When veterans fight… others take sides! Patrick Doyle defends Tony Okoroji, responds to Onyeka Onwenu

Actor and events compere, Patrick Doyle, has responded to the scandalous letter circulated across different media platforms by legendary singer Onyeka Onwenu. Owenu called out Chief Tony Okoroji, Chairman, Copyright Society of Nigeria (COSON) to account for the N3million donation by the Cross River state government to the burial ceremony of the late lady of... Read More

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