Did 2face’s Fortyfied make Wizkid postpone his album release?

After the pre-event coverage and the post-event hype of 2face Idibia’s Fortyfied concert, nothing else can trump it this September. But the story Wizkid is sticking to- is that he believes there is more to be done, hence the postponement of his album release. He realized this at 2face Idibia’s 40th birthday concert, which held at... Read More

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September 20, 2015

First photos from 2face’s #FORTYfied concert

The celebrities have begun to arrive at the Eko Hotel and Suites, for the concert commemorating the 40th birthday of music legend, 2face Idibia. Celebs like Annie Idibia, Tania Omotayo, Caroline Ekanem, Wizkid, Banky W and many others have been spotted, in pictures shared on Instagram, from the event.

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September 16, 2015

Wizkid and Tania all loved up at 2face’s event (PHOTOS)

Yes they are still together and possibly waxing stronger… even with all the groupies. Wizkid and longtime girlfriend, Tania Omotayo, were spotted together in Abuja over the weekend at Delphino Entertainment’s Acoustic Night. Wizkid performed at the event which was hosted by 2face Idibia.

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September 8, 2015

Wizkid, Samklef kiss and make up

Except you were born a day after, you can’t have possibly missed the epic Twitter fight between Wizkid and his former producer, Samklef. Well it looks like it’s all water under the bridge and all is finally well between them. Samklef posted a video of himself with Wizkid on Instagram and wrote “chilling with ma day 1... Read More

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August 24, 2015

Wizkid actually shows you the money when he performs “Show You The Money”

Starboy Wizkid was at his best on Saturday August 22, 2015 at the Star Music Trek #IbadanRocks concert at Trans Amusement Park, Samonda, Ibadan as he repeatedly showered the mammoth crowd with bundles of cash while performing his hit track “Show You The Money”. The show also featured performances by Chidinma, Presh, Sound Sultan, May... Read More

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August 4, 2015

Wizkid is on an unbelievable winning streak right now

First, a remix with Drake and Skepta. Now, this? One of My fav artist rite now @wizkidayo Good Vibes ?????????????????? #Culture #funtimes #BX A video posted by therealswizzz (@therealswizzz) on Aug 4, 2015 at 11:03am PDT Alicia Keys dancing to Ojuelegba ?????? pic.twitter.com/h5tWqlq6h5 — TJ Bass™ (@BassBraga) August 4, 2015

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July 17, 2015

Yoruba man strikes again…

One minute, you’re shouting out the love of your life on his birthday. The next minute, the love of your life totally denies your existence See why #NigerianTwitter calls Yoruba men foul demons? Let’s mull over the idea for a minute. This wouldn’t be the first time Wizkid is publicly declaring single pringlehood.... Read More

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July 17, 2015

#MTVMAMA2015: Who deserves the ‘Song of the Year’ award?

In the lead up to this year’s MAMAs, YNaija will be profiling the biggest categories in the event. Yesterday, we checked out the Video of the Year, today, we look at the ‘Song of the Year’ category Cassper Nyovest: “Doc Shebeleza” (South Africa) The high energy track and tribute to South African Kwaito... Read More

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July 16, 2015

#MTVMAMA2015: Who deserves the ‘Video of The Year’ award ?

In the lead up to this year’s MAMAs, YNaija will be profiling the two biggest categories in the event. Today, we look at the ‘video of the year’ category. “The Sound” – Davido Featuring Uhuru & DJ Buckz; Director: Sesan “Crazy” – Seyi Shay Featuring Wizkid; Director: Meji Alabi “Love You Everyday”... Read More

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July 16, 2015

Wizkid’s Twitter account gets hacked… again?

It is only natural for a celebrity’s social media account to get hacked. But hasn’t Wizkid’s been hacked one too many times? Well the Twitter handle of Starboy label boss (@wizkidayo) has been compromised, according to a statement by List Entertainment. Some of the posts on the handle seem suspicious and his manager, Sunday Are of... Read More

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July 13, 2015

Wizkid renews Pepsi deal (PHOTOS)

The music star is raking in the big bucks and getting international recognition. Over the weekend, American rapper, Drake remixed Wizkid’s hit song- Ojuelegba. About a fortnight ago, he sealed a multi million naira deal with one of the telecommunications company, Globacom, and he’s now extended his endorsement deal with Pepsi. Wizkid posted the big... Read More

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July 12, 2015

Is the “Ojuelegba” remix any good?

Unless you live under a rock, you couldn’t have missed Drake premiering his collaboration with Wizkid on Beats 1 radio yesterday. Even if your “data” didn’t let you listen in live (suckers), you should have heard it on all the blogs now. If you haven’t, here you go… When drake jumps on ur record! big... Read More

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July 8, 2015

2Face and Wizkid set to perform at #MTVMAMA2015

African superstars, 2Face Idibia, StarBoy Wizkid, AKA, Black Motion and Toofan have been announced as performers who will join Neyo, Jhene Aiko, Young Thug, Davido, Bucie, Diamond Platnumz, Yemi Alade, Cassper Nyovest, to perform at the MTV Africa Music Awards KwaZulu-Natal 2015. Former MAMA winner 2Face is in the running for the “Evolution” award this... Read More

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June 30, 2015

Wizkid loses BET Award to Ghanaian you’ve never heard of

Ghana’s Dancehall star Stonebwoy has triumphed at the 2015 BET Awards, winning the award for Best International Act: Africa at last night’s star-studded ceremony in LA Stonebwoy saw off stiff competition from Aka (South Africa), Fally Ipupa (Dr Congo), Sarkodie (Ghana), Sauti Sol (Kenya), The Soil (South Africa), Wizkid (Nigeria) and Yemi Alade (Nigeria) to... Read More

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June 23, 2015

Wizkid officially unveiled as Globacom Ambassador (PHOTOS)

Well it seemed more or less like a speculation when it was revealed that Wizkid may in fact be getting dumped my MTN and picked up by GLO. MTN then came and confirmed the reports saying they went through a tight selection of ambassadors for their next round of campaign, meanwhile what they weren’t really... Read More

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June 19, 2015

This is why MTN dumped Wizkid and replaced him with Cobhams

Early today MTN announced that they were dropping Wizkid amongst other artistes for new ones like Cobahms as ambassadors to the brand. This threw Twitterdom off guard and everyone had their two cents to contribute in terms of curiosity as to why. One fan asked even went ahead to ask MTN on Twitter and the... Read More

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June 5, 2015

Cyprus International University honors Wizkid

Wizkid famously put off going to university to pursue a hugely successful music career, but now he has his university degree! The music star was honoured in faraway Cyprus with an honorary degree for his “selfless contribution to the Nigerian music industry as well as taking his music to the world” Wizkid was on hand... Read More

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May 27, 2015

Exclusive: Wizkid ‘s babymama, Sola reflects on how she got pregnant, the shame and now the glory

by Anike Jacobs It’s children’s day! And being a mother that she is, Sola Ogudugu, the beautiful 24 year old mother of music star Wizkid’s four year old son, has chosen to talk about an experience she has always dreaded and believe us, you are gonna be inspired! She only got to know she... Read More

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April 18, 2015

Beautiful people: Wizkid & Tania Omotayo look super-cool together… (PHOTOS)

by Anike Jacobs Apparently, Wizkid and his lover Tania Omotayo are still together – and very much so too. Many wondered if both lovebirds have hit splitsville because, unlike in the past, they stopped being affectionate on social media but these fears were doused hours ago when beautiful Tania shared these photos on Instagram. He’s... Read More

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February 28, 2015

Genevieve’s $4m Ghana mansion is the grandmother of all lies – Etcetera is at it again

by Anike Jacobs How do you solve a problem like Etcetera? In this week’s edition of his weekend articles, singer cum writer Etcetera attacks Nigerian entertainers saying they kinda lie about the degree of their wealth. He particularly called out D’banj, Iyanya and Wizkid. And all liars shall go to hell – Rev 21:8. Again,... Read More

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February 27, 2015

Wizkid resurfaces online after Skales’ public apology

by Chinwe Okafor After the hullabaloo that has been the fight between Wizkid and Skales’on social media, the pair have done some unexpected things. First off, Skales deleted the tweet exchange between him and Wizkid and now, he has come out to apologize. The rapper took to his Twitter page saying: ‘Wana say thank you to... Read More

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February 24, 2015

10 things we won’t forget easily from Wizkid/Skales’ Twitter fight (READ)

by Chinwe Okafor Wizkid and Skales aired their rather conspicuous dirty laundry on Monday for the world to see – and yes, it really was dirty. The two landed in an ugly Twitter fight with a lot of revelations unearthed. So much that you won’t believe these two used to be ‘bros’. Though the beef... Read More

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February 23, 2015

Why Skales’ career may not survive today’s spat with Wizkid

by Chinwe Okafor Skales back in 2009 was a charismatic young man. Very shy but still persistent to get his music out there and make it heard. His song ‘Heading for the Grammys’ was supposed to be his pathway to…you know… [READ: “You’re a fake a__ ni___ & a liar,” Skales blasts Wizkid || “You’re a... Read More

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February 18, 2015

Davido hangs out with billionaire, Femi Otedola + All the juicy stuff you missed on Instagram today (PHOTOS)

by Kemisola Filani See for yourself! 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. When a young billionaire meets with an older billionaire, what more could one say. “Wake up with a purpose. Go to sleep with... Read More

February 2, 2015

Wizkid & Davido take epic selfies at D’banj’s anniversary party (LOOK)

by Anike Jacobs Wizkid & Davido’s ‘beef’ was one of the main talking points of 2014, but the two appear to have put their differences aside. It all started a few days ago when Wizkid tweeted his support for Davido‘s new single, “The Sound”. And on Saturday, January 31, the two posed for a selfie... Read More

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January 28, 2015

Forget the election, your job comes first – 7 important things you didn’t read yesterday (but should have)

by Kolapo Olapoju 1. Fake teachers with fake certificates. Some fake teachers who have been on the payroll of Kogi state, have been caught… not before earning N30 million of course. The teachers, who used fake certificates to carry out the scam, were discovered after the conclusion of the verification exercise conducted by the state government.... Read More

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January 24, 2015

10 most powerful Nigerian musicians on social media?

by Chinedu Rylan This list was compiled by looking into a lot of critical indices ranging from social media fan base to social media activity. 1. P-Square The Anambra State-born “brothers wey dey scatter all over the borders” are undoubtedly the kings of the social media as far as Nigerian music goes. They are far... Read More

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January 19, 2015

Err, wait, what is Coca-Cola trying to do in this Ad? (LOOK)

by Chinwe Okafor Coca-Cola picked a very interesting campaign path for their advertorial by inscribing names on the coke bottle and it has, so far, garnered a lot of attention, everyone clamoring to have their names on the body. Made even better by the inscription of names oocelebrities. Now buying a bottle of coke just... Read More

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January 10, 2015

Dammy Krane’s The Enterkraner is not as bad as it could have been

by Wilfred Okiche The Enterkraner is the debut album from Dammy Krane, the protégé of 2face Idibia with his very own brand of 21st century Fuji; a sub-genre that borrows heavily from the popular, instrumental Fuji explosion of the 80s and mashes up with generous doses of today’s afropop sound. The resultant mix is not... Read More

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Did 2face’s Fortyfied make Wizkid postpone his album release?

First photos from 2face’s #FORTYfied concert

Wizkid and Tania all loved up at 2face’s event (PHOTOS)

Wizkid, Samklef kiss and make up

Wizkid actually shows you the money when he performs “Show You The Money”

Wizkid is on an unbelievable winning streak right now

Yoruba man strikes again…

#MTVMAMA2015: Who deserves the ‘Song of the Year’ award?

#MTVMAMA2015: Who deserves the ‘Video of The Year’ award ?

Wizkid’s Twitter account gets hacked… again?

Wizkid renews Pepsi deal (PHOTOS)

Is the “Ojuelegba” remix any good?

2Face and Wizkid set to perform at #MTVMAMA2015

Wizkid loses BET Award to Ghanaian you’ve never heard of

Wizkid officially unveiled as Globacom Ambassador (PHOTOS)

This is why MTN dumped Wizkid and replaced him with Cobhams

Cyprus International University honors Wizkid

Exclusive: Wizkid ‘s babymama, Sola reflects on how she got pregnant, the shame and now the glory

Beautiful people: Wizkid & Tania Omotayo look super-cool together… (PHOTOS)

Leke Alder: #TheMusicIssue – Can a Christian artiste sing secular songs? (Part 1)

Genevieve’s $4m Ghana mansion is the grandmother of all lies – Etcetera is at it again

Wizkid resurfaces online after Skales’ public apology

10 things we won’t forget easily from Wizkid/Skales’ Twitter fight (READ)

Why Skales’ career may not survive today’s spat with Wizkid

Davido hangs out with billionaire, Femi Otedola + All the juicy stuff you missed on Instagram today (PHOTOS)

Wizkid & Davido take epic selfies at D’banj’s anniversary party (LOOK)

Forget the election, your job comes first – 7 important things you didn’t read yesterday (but should have)

10 most powerful Nigerian musicians on social media?

Err, wait, what is Coca-Cola trying to do in this Ad? (LOOK)

Dammy Krane’s The Enterkraner is not as bad as it could have been

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