“I don’t need your award,” Tekno tells Headies organisers

Singer Tekno has taken a shot at the organizers of the Headies Awards after his nomination was withdrawn. “Dem nominate me for award say dem disqualify me, you be God?,” the singer said before performing on the stage of Rhythm Unplugged on Friday. The Headies jury had withdrawn Tekno’s ‘Next Rated’ nomination after he failed... Read More

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December 22, 2016

Entertainment Roundup: Wizkid set to drop new single, Daddy Yo, Headies organisers withdraw Tekno’s Next Rated nomination | More stories

Here are some of the top stories from yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept – and are still buzzing this morning. Wizkid set to drop new single and video In his apology note where he cancelled concerts and performances for December and January, Wizkid promised to release a hot new track before the... Read More

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December 21, 2016

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

These ae the top five stories that drove conversations today. 1. James Ibori released from UK prison Former Governor of Delta State, James Onanefe Ibori was on Wednesday released from prison in the United Kingdom. 2. Attorney-General orders Magu to respond to DSS allegations The Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami has ordered the acting chairman... Read More

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December 21, 2016

Tekno ‘dropped’ from Headies Next Rated category

Pana singer, Tekno, has been disqualified from the ‘Next Rated’ category of the Headies award. According to The Net, Tekno was dropped because he failed to participate in all of the required activities by organisers leading up to the event. Following his nomination, in November he took to Instagram to say “Next rated after how many years! Let’s be honest... Read More

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December 19, 2016

Phyno’s “Fada Fada” beats Tekno’s “Pana” to hottest track of 2016

In a keenly contested battle, rapper, Phyno’s track, “Fada Fada” was voted as Nigeria’s hottest track of 2016 on MTV Base Roundtable. “Fada Fada” beat “Pana” by Tekno to second place in the #BaseHottestNaijaTracks2016 contest. The decision was reached by a panel of Nigerian music industry heavyweights, including Senior Associate, Pulse NG, Ayomide Tayo; Publisher, Mystreetz Magazine, Sesan... Read More

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December 8, 2016

Entertainment Roundup: Cassper Nyovest is on the cover of Forbes Africa magazine, Tekno releases new track – Rara | More stories

Here are some of the top stories from yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept – and are still buzzing on today’s Entertainment Roundup. Cassper Nyovest is on the cover of Forbes Africa Life magazine South African rapper, Cassper Nyovest made it to the front cover of business magazine, Forbes Africa Life. Cassper shared... Read More

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November 26, 2016

Music’s biggest stars celebrated as 2016 Soundcity MVP nominees are revealed

The nominees in all 2016 Soundcity MVP categories have just been announced via SOUNDCITYtv’s social media channels and the voting race is on. Nigeria’s Wizkid is leading the way with a record-breaking eight nominations, including four nods to his continent wide smash hit ‘Baba Nla’ for Best Song, Best Video, Viewers’ Choice and Listeners’ Choice with South Africa’s Emtee and Nigeria’s Olamide at a close... Read More

Entertainment Roundup: Tekno officially signs deal with Sony Music, Korede Bello releases visuals for ‘Do Like That’ | More stories

Here are some of the top entertainment news stories from yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept – and are still buzzing this Wednesday morning. Tekno officially signs on to Sony Music MMMG artiste, Tekno is now signed to Sony Music following the steps of Wizkid, Davido and Ycee. MMMG label owner, Ubi Franklin... Read More

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November 22, 2016

Tekno signs record deal with Sony Music

Nigerian artiste Tekno has signed a record deal with Sony Music. The deal which was signed on Tuesday was inked in the presence of Ubi Franklin, CEO, TripleMG, the record label to which the artiste belongs. CEO of Upfront and Personal, Paul Okoye shared the video of both men (Tekno and Franklin) signing the deal... Read More

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November 3, 2016

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, not many of us saw this coming, considering the duo had collaborated only on a track, at least that we know of, in the past.... Read More

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November 2, 2016

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 site, Linda Ikeji Social Africa’s most influential blogger, Linda Ikeji is set to take on the world as she unveils Linda Ikeji Social (LIS), a... Read More

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November 1, 2016

Opinion: Warning! Tekno is in danger of messing up his career

by Chilee Agunanna A couple of events held over the past few weeks in Texas: one was the Africa Muzik Magazine Awards (AFRIMMA) at the Black Academy of Arts and Letters (TBAAL) in Dallas on Saturday, October 15. And the other was the One Africa Music Fest at the massive Toyota Centre, on Saturday, October 22.... Read More

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November 1, 2016

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 have insinuated that Iyanya’s exit from MMMG can be linked to Tekno’s recent success, claiming he felt threatened. But in a recent interview with Thenetng,... Read More

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October 23, 2016

#MTVMAMA2016: Here are the winners and losers from last night’s award show

The MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMA) 2016 held last night and it was not quite characterised with all the glitz and glamour that usually come with award shows but this is totally coming from a Nigerian perspective as only a handful of Nigerian artistes were in attendance. Nonetheless, it was a fantastic show and it... Read More

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October 23, 2016

Nigerian artistes take One Africa Music Festival by storm (PHOTOS)

Nigerian artistes were the star of the One Africa Music Festival that held early Sunday morning in Houston, Texas, the United States. Performances from 2baba, Dbanj, Olamide, Flavour, and Tekno thrilled the audience. Other acts who showcased the country’s musical prowess include Psquare, Banky W, Vector Tha Viper, Reekado Banks and Skales.

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October 20, 2016

Entertainment Roundup: Stephanie Linus-Okereke features in Hollywood movie, Tekno advises ladies to cheat in relationships | More stories

On today’s entertainment roundup, we bring to you some of the stories that made news yesterday and others that unraveled while you were asleep – and are still buzzing this morning. Stephanie Linus-Okereke features in Hollywood movie Nollywood actress and producer of award winning movie, Dry, Stephanie Linus-Okereke is one of the characters in the new Hollywood... Read More

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August 31, 2016

Opinion: Top 5 next rated badass music producers you should not ignore

By Ini Arthur Hey, are you currently rocking to Tekno’s Pana, do you go down low when Reekado Banks’ Standard is slammed at the club? These dope beats are not cooked by the industry’s notorious hit music makers, no not at all. There are fresh and talented music producers that can craft very berserk beats... Read More

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July 22, 2016

Entertainment Roundup: Work on Jay Z’s 13th album is ‘done’ | Yemi Alade debuts new single | More Stories

Here are the some stories from yesterday and some stories that unraveled while you slept – and are now buzzing this morning. Yemi Alade officially releases ‘Want You’ Earlier this month, we told you Yemi Alade was getting ready to drop a new single titled Want You. Well, the single which is produced by... Read More

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July 11, 2016

Trouble in Triple MG? Iyanya announces birth of new label

Iyanya has revealed that he will be launching a new label and releasing an album soon. “I’ll be launching my new label n new album soon,” the singer wrote on Instagram. The singer is currently signed to Made Men Music Group (MMMG) which he co-owns with his manager, Ubi Franklin. The label which was established in... Read More

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May 26, 2016

2face Idibia, Seyi Shay, Peter Okoye attend the Symphony of Iyanya concert in Abuja (PHOTOS)

On Wednesday night, Iyanya held a concert named the “Symphony of Iyanya” at the Dunes Centre in Abuja. The music star who has a new single out titled Heartbeat alongside some of Triple MG artistes- Selebobo, Tekno, Tonye and more thrilled guests on the night. The event which was hosted by the dapper looking Nollywood actor, Richard Mofe-Damijo... Read More

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May 22, 2016

5 things you should know about the new MTN Pulse

Sure you know the heartbeat of youth service in Nigeria is back. Here are 5 things to know about the revamped data package from MTN that debuted with a short movie. 1. With Pulse, you get 1GB for ₦500 from dealzone valid for 7days. 2. You can enjoy all night browsing for ₦25 only. 3. You... Read More

Falz, Skales, Tekno, other MTN ambassadors rock at the launch of Pulse (PHOTOS)

Pulse, MTN’s youthful proposition made a smashing comeback last night at the Echo Lagos Club as Pulse ambassadors Falz, Skales and Tekno alongside other MTN ambassadors launched the lifestyle package for guests present at the exclusive event. The fun filled atmosphere saw the screening of the new Pulse movie and its monster hit track, 406... Read More

5 things to expect from Kiss Daniel’s debut album launch tommorow

It’s 24 hours away from the New Era album launch concert of G-Worldwide act, Kiss Daniel at the Eko Hotel & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. Here are 5 things to expect from the show. A star-studded lineup of music performers Over 19 music acts have been lined for up for the august occasion so far. They... Read More

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December 25, 2015

See how these stars are celebrating Christmas (PHOTOS)

It’s the most wonderful time of the year — Christmas time! Check out how all of your fave stars are spending the special day, from Olamide and his adorable son, Max to Tekno serenading fans with a yuletide song and Yemi Alade cooking her biggest pot of Jollof rice amongst others. Olamide https://instagram.com/p/_tm3mKuLH2/ https://instagram.com/p/_uS9-buLEH/ https://instagram.com/p/_uXiWTuLC5/... Read More

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December 24, 2015

Psquare, Wizkid, Don Jazzy, Tiwa Savage, others shut down The Access Mavin Concert (PHOTOS)

It was a night of great music and a few shortcomings but overall it was an effort to be applauded from the stables of the Supreme Mavin Dynasty (SMD). The event, which was tagged The Access Mavin Concert, held at the Eko Boulevard, Eko Atlantic, from Wednesday night into the early hours of Thursday. In attendance... Read More

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February 12, 2015

The kiss, the throwbacks & action… All the juicy stuff you missed on Instagram today (PHOTOS)

by S’ola Filani As if you needed another reason to love the end of the day. YNaija‘s ‘What you missed on Instagram Today’ helps you stay up-to-date with all the buzz, selfies, and moments they share on the social media App, Instagram. The Selfies: Paul Okoye, one half of the singing duo, Psquare kickstarted... Read More

February 9, 2015

Hi ladies, Tekno would rather be your baby daddy than your husband… for now

by Chinwe Okafor He is far from making plans to settle down. Tekno Miles says he would rather raise a child now than be married, as he doesn’t have to be married to raise a child. The young lad who is in his early twenties said he’s ready to be a father in an interview with Punch. “Yes,... Read More

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December 27, 2014

Artiste, Tekno wants Fela to be taught in schools

by Damilola Jagun Afro hip hop act, Tekno, has called for the study of Fela Anikulapo-Kuti in Nigerian schools. The budding singer, real names – Augustine Kelechi, says the legendary pioneer of Afrobeat, is “the root” of mordern day Nigerian music. Therefore, Tekno, who is signed to Iyanya’s ‘Made Men Records’, says Fela’s story... Read More

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November 1, 2014

Coke Studio takes May D, Teckno, Selebobo, others to CRUTECH

by Jewel Stephen Lovers of good music and dance are in for a time of their lives as the Coke Studio Concert hits the campus community of Cross River University of Technology (CRUTECH) on Friday, October 31st with performances from May D, Tekno, Solebobo amongst others. CRUTECH will mark the seventh campus visited by... Read More

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September 27, 2014

@olamide_YBNL, @Iyanya, Patoranking, others to perform at Coke Studio Africa concert in Unilag

by Jewel Stephen Coca-Cola’s youth-centric music platform, Coke Studio, is set to storm the University of Lagos, Akoka, on Friday October 3, 2014, with electrifying performances from top acts like Olamide and Iyanya who would headline the event alongside trending vocalist Tekno, Emma Nyra and dancehall maestro Patoranking. According to the Brand Manager, Colas, Coca-Cola... Read More

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“I don’t need your award,” Tekno tells Headies organisers

Entertainment Roundup: Wizkid set to drop new single, Daddy Yo, Headies organisers withdraw Tekno’s Next Rated nomination | More stories

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

Tekno ‘dropped’ from Headies Next Rated category

Phyno’s “Fada Fada” beats Tekno’s “Pana” to hottest track of 2016

Entertainment Roundup: Cassper Nyovest is on the cover of Forbes Africa magazine, Tekno releases new track – Rara | More stories

Music’s biggest stars celebrated as 2016 Soundcity MVP nominees are revealed

Entertainment Roundup: Tekno officially signs deal with Sony Music, Korede Bello releases visuals for ‘Do Like That’ | More stories

Tekno signs record deal with Sony Music

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

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

Opinion: Warning! Tekno is in danger of messing up his career

Only a dumb person will compare me with Tekno – Iyanya

#MTVMAMA2016: Here are the winners and losers from last night’s award show

Nigerian artistes take One Africa Music Festival by storm (PHOTOS)

Entertainment Roundup: Stephanie Linus-Okereke features in Hollywood movie, Tekno advises ladies to cheat in relationships | More stories

Opinion: Top 5 next rated badass music producers you should not ignore

Entertainment Roundup: Work on Jay Z’s 13th album is ‘done’ | Yemi Alade debuts new single | More Stories

Trouble in Triple MG? Iyanya announces birth of new label

2face Idibia, Seyi Shay, Peter Okoye attend the Symphony of Iyanya concert in Abuja (PHOTOS)

5 things you should know about the new MTN Pulse

Falz, Skales, Tekno, other MTN ambassadors rock at the launch of Pulse (PHOTOS)

5 things to expect from Kiss Daniel’s debut album launch tommorow

See how these stars are celebrating Christmas (PHOTOS)

Psquare, Wizkid, Don Jazzy, Tiwa Savage, others shut down The Access Mavin Concert (PHOTOS)

The kiss, the throwbacks & action… All the juicy stuff you missed on Instagram today (PHOTOS)

Hi ladies, Tekno would rather be your baby daddy than your husband… for now

Artiste, Tekno wants Fela to be taught in schools

Coke Studio takes May D, Teckno, Selebobo, others to CRUTECH

@olamide_YBNL, @Iyanya, Patoranking, others to perform at Coke Studio Africa concert in Unilag

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