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“I Used to Hustle for Free Bed Space”, Nigerian musician Asake says as he shows off new house
Asake, one of Nigeria's most popular musicians, recently took ownership of a brand-new, enormous mansion, and he is very happy about it. The YBNL musician revealed in a statement that…
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Gender bias or queer issues? | Temmie Ovwasa’s experience at YBNL suggests the industry has a long way to go on inclusion
The recent boom in the number of female music stars seemed to have quelled some growing agitations on female marginalisation. Now, more than ever, female superstars are in surplus in…
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#LayCONQUEROR: With BBNaija over, can Laycon conquer the music industry?
By Kola Muhammed Even the most pious monks in the country who have not seen a single scene of popular reality TV show, Big Brother Naija, have an idea that…
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Here’s how to market a best selling album, according to Fireboy DML
Yesterday, Fireboy DML released the music video for 'Vibration', one of the more popular singles from his genre defining debut album. Fireboy is signed to the YBNL label owned by…
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Entertainment Roundup: Kevin Hart steps down from hosting the Oscars; “God of War” wins big at The Game Awards 2018 | Other top stories
Here’s everything you missed in entertainment yesterday and others that unravelled while you slept – and are still buzzing today. Kevin Hart steps down as Oscars host after homophobic comments…
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OLAMIDE LIVE IN LAGOS: THE CONCERT
‘Wo’ crooner Olamide is back with the fourth edition of his concert tagged Olamide Live in Lagos: The Concert. Organized by YBNL, Red & Axla, Heat, Pentagon and Powered by…
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PROFILE: Wo! Who can stop the Olamide juggernaut?
The music industry hasn’t seen a phenomenon like Olamide for the longest time. After bursting into the music scene in 2011 with a hit single, Eni Duro preceding the debut…
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Music Review: Olamide gets everything right with Wo!
by Umar Hassan Olamide's Glory album was a compilation of good songs that lacked anything close to a vicious cutting edge largely due to his decision to let go of…
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Opinion: One big mistake that may deter Lil Kesh’s greatness in the Nigerian music industry
Just like tossing a coin and getting neither head nor tail. It lands wheeling on its side. Strange? It is. We cannot say Olamide is an opportunist, yet we cannot…
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Entertainment Roundup: Explosion kills 19, leaves 50 wounded at Ariana Grande’s Manchester concert, Tinubu funds repatriation of Moji Olaiya’s remains | More stories
Here are the top stories from yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept - and are still buzzing on Entertainment Roundup this Tuesday. Explosion kills 19, leaves scores wounded…
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I work in the studio everyday, I can’t run out of songs – Olamide
by Azeez Adeniyi YBNL boss and rapper, Olamide has said he can never run out of ideas and songs. In an interview with Punch, Olamide said his fans have always…
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Entertainment Roundup: Beyonce keeps smashing records | Nigerian sues Jay Z, Rihanna | More Stories
Here are the top stories from yesterday and some stories that unraveled while you slept - and are now buzzing this morning. ‘Olamide left me on the streets with no…
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‘Olamide left me on the streets with no support’ – Former YBNL artiste
Of late, Olamide has been on the receiving end of plaudits for taking raw music talents from the streets and mentoring them to become successful and ultimately independent. The recent departure of Lil…
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3 ‘bahd guys’ – Falz, Olamide and Davido team up for ‘Bahd Baddo Baddest’ (WATCH)
Finally the wait is over. Falz the Bahd Guy has released the video for Bahd Baddo Baddest which features YBNL’s Olamide and HKN’s Davido. The video which was directed by Unlimited L.A, was shot…
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Entertainment Roundup: Tiwa Savage to leave Mavin for international record label? | Adekunle Gold postpones album date | Adele says ‘Hello’ to $130million deal with Sony |More Stories
Here are some stories you missed yesterday and some you missed while you slept in today's Entertainment Roundup Tiwa Savage is rumoured to be getting signed by Jay Z . Adekunle…
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‘My album was supposed to drop June 1 but…’ – Adekunle Gold
While the rumours of an impending exit from YBNL are fast spreading, Adekunle Gold has disclosed that his album, which was scheduled for release on June 1 has now been…
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Adekunle Gold reportedly next in line to leave YBNL
Following Lil Kesh and Viktoh's depature from YBNL, a blog NET is claiming there is a possibility Adekunle Gold might be considering an exit from the label too. The entertainment website said…
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YBNL Princess, Temmie Ovwasa might just have some talent – watch these 5 short videos
You've got to give it to her - she has some voice and who knows, YBNL General, Olamide might yet make a mint from her. She's called Temmie Ovwasa ,and…
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Olamide shares deep thoughts on attaining success (WATCH)
YBNL rapper, Olamide could pass off for being successful at what he does. In a recent interview with TVC Connect, the artiste/entrepreneur shared some wise nuggets on attaining success. He said:…
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‘My contract was for 2 videos but Olamide shot 5 for me’ – Lil Kesh
YBNL rapper, Lil Kesh, has confirmed that his YBNL 'contract ended about two weeks ago'. After several days of rumours and speculation, Lil Kesh revealed on Monday, that he signed…
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Olamide reveals Lil Kesh’s contract with YBNL ‘ended 2 weeks ago’ (READ)
Rapper, Olamide has said there are 'no toy soldiers' in his YBNL record label/management. He wrote on his Instagram page on Tuesday, that all the artistes under his label are…
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YBNL presents Lil Kesh and Patoranking – Is It Because I Love You (VIDEO)
Lil Kesh has released the video to his hit single Is it because I Love You featuring dance-hall act, Patoranking. To all who have anticipated the release of the visuals of the…
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Why I can’t sign a female artiste yet – Olamide
2015 witnessed the rise of the all male YBNL empire with signees such as Lil Kesh and Adekunle Gold making strong statements of intent, in the music industry. However, the possibility…
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Y! Scoop: Olamide’s father was gravely ill
YNaija has gained some insight into the death of the father of Nigeria's top rapper, Olamide. According to information from the rapper's camp, Olamide's usually bubbly father has been reclusive for about…
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Rapper, Olamide loses father
Indigenous rapper, Olamide Adedeji is mourning the loss of his father. The YBNL rapper, who just released his 5th studio album, Eyan Mayweather, announced the sad news on his Instagram page on Thursday. Here…
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The rise of YBNL: Has Olamide built an empire in half the time it took Don Jazzy? (YNaija Long Read)
by Eromo Egbejule The 26-year old is rewriting the rules of a game according to the Master’s manual This November, Grammy award-winning rapper and dancer, Melissa ‘Missy Elliott’’ Elliott released…
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Fresh out: Olamide features Don Jazzy in new video, ‘Skelemba’ (WATCH)
by Akan Ido A few days after the release of his album, YBNL’s Olamide follows up by dropping the video to one of the tracks titled, 'Skelemba' in which he…
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Fresh out: Rapper, Olamide releases video for hit track ‘Awon Goons Mi’
by Akan Ido YBNL rapper, Olamide A.K.A “Badoo” releases the video for his smash hit, “Awon Goons Mi”. The track is a 3-minute delivery of amazing Yoruba rap by the…
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“We did not ban Shoki” – National Brodcasting commission denies sanctioning Lil Kesh’s song
by Kolapo Olapoju The National Broadcasting commission of Nigeria has refuted claims that it banned 'Shoki', a song by YBNL signed artiste, Lil Kesh. The commission disclosed this on Friday,…
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“LMFAO! NBC don ban my song oh” || Olamide’s protege’s song ‘Shoki’ gets the chop
by Damilola Jagun After enjoying immense success across the country and starting a dance-move, Lil Kesh's hit single, 'Shoki' has been banned by the National Broadcasting Commission. The ban was…
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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