Yemi Alade to donate proceeds from ‘Mama Africa’ album to charity

After months of immense anticipation, Effyzie first lady –Yemi Alade has released her sophomore album –Mama Africa: The Diary of an African Woman. Artistes such as P-Square, Rotimi Keys, Sauti Sol, Flavour, Sarkodie, DJ Arafa made guest appearances on the album. The producers who worked on the LP include GospelOnDeBeatz, DJ Coublon, Selebobo, Philkeyz, BeatsByEmzo,... Read More

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March 4, 2016

Flavour, Yemi Alade to take centre stage at AMVCA 2016

The performers for the 4th edition of the African Magic Viewers Choice awards, have been announced. The star-studded lineup features Nigerian acts; Flavour and Yemi Alade, South Africa’s award-winning musician; Zonke and Tanzanian singer; Ali Kiba. Africa’s biggest movie awards ceremony which celebrates the continent’s brightest acting talents, is set to hold this weekend on... Read More

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March 2, 2016

See the superstar line-up on Yemi Alade’s Mama Africa album (PHOTO)

Yemi Alade, Effyzie Records’ first lady has released the official tracklist for her hugely-anticipated sophomore album –Mama Africa which is scheduled to drop sometime in March. Yemi Alade shared the star-studded tracklist with fans via her Instagram page. The album is set to feature African music heavyweights such as Côte d’Ivoire’s DJ Araftat, Kenya’s Sauti Sol, Ghana’s... Read More

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February 28, 2016

Ciara, Yemi Alade, Toke Makinwa, others bring their A-game to Darey’s #LLAM3 concert (PHOTOS)

Some of your favourite celebrities have converged at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, for the third edition of ‘Love Like A Movie’, Dare Art-Alade’s highly anticipated concert. Some of the popular celebrities who have graced the black carpet include Ciara, Darey, Toke Makinwa, Dr Sid, Ladiva Millen, Yemi Alade, Bovi, Mai Atafo,... Read More

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February 18, 2016

Entertainment Roundup: Cynthia Morgan ‘not pregnant’ for Jude Okoye | Burna Boy covers Rihanna’s ‘Work’ | Kanye West’s SNL meltdown leaks| More stories

Cynthia Morgan denies being pregnant for Jude Okoye Dancehall act, Cynthia Morgan has denied reports suggesting that she is pregnant for her manager, Jude Okoye, the elder brother of the Psquare twins. Cynthia took to Twitter on Wednesday night- to state that there is nothing going on between herself and Jude, while emphasizing that fact... Read More

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January 5, 2016

9 artistes who are set to drop albums in 2016

2016 promises to be an amazing year in Nigerian entertainment especially for music lovers. We are bound to witness more drama than we have witnessed in the past 3 days. However, what we can’t wait to experience are albums from certain artistes who had major bangers and singles in the past year. YNaija has compiled a... Read More

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January 2, 2016

First Photos: Yemi Alade, DJ Cuppy, Adekunle Gold, others on fleek at #TheHeadies2015 red carpet

The Headies 2015 awards show is currently taking place at the Landmark Events Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. Nigeria’s leading entertainers,celebrities and several public personalities are in attendance at the awards show. See below, some red carpet photos.

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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 21, 2015

Yemi Alade reveals her plans for 2016

Effyzie first lady, Yemi Alade has revealed she would be doing a lot more than releasing her sophomore album Mama Africa in 2016. In a brief chat with YNaija at Beat FM’s Christmas concert, the Nagode singer who recently launched her Bland2Glam accessory line, said she would be delving into other business ventures. Yemi Alade said: “I’m going... Read More

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December 16, 2015

Olu Maintain waits 2 years to do a remix of Nawti (LISTEN)

Olu Maintain has a chance to record a song with the leading female artists in Nigeria, and he chose to bring back Nawti, a minor hit he released two years ago. The Cinderella singer has termed this one the Baddest Nawti remix as he features a lineup of talented female acts which includes Seyi Shay, Cynthia... Read More

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Yemi Alade's new album to be called 'Mama Africa' | YNaija.com

December 10, 2015

Yemi Alade launches eponymous mobile app

Effyzie singer, Yemi Alade has taken a step further to get closer to her fans with the introduction of the Yemi Alade mobile app which is going to be available on all mobile platforms. The singer took to her Instagram account on Thursday, to share the good news. The app will give fans inside access to... Read More

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December 10, 2015

Olamide crowned ‘hottest artist in Nigeria’ by MTV Base

There is no doubt that YBNL hit maker, Olamide ruled the Nigerian music industry in 2015. Churning out hits upon hits, it was almost a sure thing that by the end of the year, he would be the top choice for MTV Base‘s Naija’s hottest artist. #BaseNaijaHottestArtist | #Yaaga we're sure they know your story at Ojuelegba.... Read More

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December 5, 2015

Flavour, Tiwa Savage, Davido, others nominated for KORA Awards 2016

KORA All-Africa Music Awards, the African continent’s first and premier award ceremony in the musical arts has announced the nominees in the 26 categories for her 2016 edition. The award ceremony taking place at the Windhoek Country Club in Namibia has partnered with SoundcityTV Africa as official Broadcast Media. The Award Ceremony which is set to take... Read More

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November 28, 2015

Olamide becomes soul singer on Coke Studio Africa

Without mincing words, Coke Studio is the best thing that happened on Africa’s music scene. It is full of surprises, and when you’re wondering what would be different, you get something like: Olamide turning into a soul crooner. Yes, it happened on Coke Studio Africa, Season 3 Episode 7. Episodes 6 and 7 had this... Read More

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September 8, 2015

Davido and Yemi Alade up for “Best African Act” at the 2015 MTV EMAs

The nominees are in and the race is on for the much-coveted 2015 MTV EMA Best African Act award. This year’s nominees are AKA (South Africa), Yemi Alade (Nigeria), Davido (Nigeria) and Diamond Platnumz (Tanzania) – but there’s still one spot left! So MTV is giving music lovers across the nation the power to tweet... Read More

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August 30, 2015

Yemi Alade looked so stunning at Dance Afrique Summerfest 2015

Yemi Alade performed live on stage at Dance Afrique Summerfest 2015 recently and she looked stunning in her stage outfit by Iconic Live.

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July 18, 2015

#MTVMAMA2015: Yemi Alade is Best Female

After a scintillating performance in which, according to Twitter, was pretty crap https://twitter.com/femiTRIPP/status/622498071692320768 She has gone ahead to bag the award for best female. At least that is something.

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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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April 13, 2015

“For years, I begged for fee…” – Yemi Alade speaks on her struggle days

by Anike Jacobs “I’m looking for my Johnny. Where is my Johnny?” For anyone who follows African music, this song is easily one of the biggest tracks of 2014 with over 20 million views on YouTube and a remix in French as it became an anthem across Nigeria and West Africa. To pop diva Yemi... Read More

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April 6, 2015

Happy people, games & music: We bring you the GidiCulture Festival highlights in pictures

by Anike Jacobs The 2015 edition of the GidiCulture Festival held all day on Saturday 4th of April, at the Eko Atlantic and it was quite an event – from the volley ball games to the selfies, the press interviews and the musical performances. Saturday’s GidiCulture Festival truly lived up its intention of providing live,... Read More

March 16, 2015

Yemi Alade is unhappy as Germany show didn’t go according to plan

by Anike Jacobs Afro pop singer Yemi Alade’s Johnny charm did not work for her in Germany last night. The rave of the moment who is currently on a world musical tour, was reportedly disgraced at Tropical Bar, Berlin, Germany for failing to show up on time. Fans who arrived waited for hours and by... Read More

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March 5, 2015

Davido, Toke Makinwa, Yemi Alade, others attend Closeup Cupid Games Ball (PHOTOS)

by Jewel Stephen Saturday, February 21, 2015 will always be a day to remember for most people who attended the Closeup Cupid Games ball at the Eko Hotel and Suites!! Unilever Nigeria Plc. recently unveiled the winners of the Closeup Cupid Games Campaign in an exclusive ball party, with popular OAP Toke Makinwa and Ebuka... Read More

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March 5, 2015

Yemi Alade’s ‘Johnny’ gets 15 million views, features on French TV

by Chinwe Okafor Yemi Alade has been on a roll for the past 12 months. The singer has embarked on an European Tour, and was featured on France 24’s “Eye On Africa” program. In the interview, she revealed that the video for her hit single ‘Johnny’, has gained over 15 million views on Vevo. Yemi... Read More

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February 26, 2015

Yemi Alade & Julius Aghahowa tag teams on the cover of Muse magazine (PHOTOS)

by Chinwe Okafor Muse Magazine’s (The Gold Issue) features Afro Pop Diva, Yemi Alade and former Super Eagles player Julius Aghahowa for its current edition. Both look amazing in a blue and golden dress, and a grey double breasted suit.

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February 3, 2015

New video: Yemi Alade features Phyno in ‘Taking over Me’ (WATCH)

by Anike Jacobs We brought you behind-the-scene- photos a while ago, now the video has been released. Rave of the moment, Yemi Alade is out with the video for her hit single, ‘Taking over me’ which is off her debut album ‘King of Queens’. Featuring Phyno, the video was shot in South Africa and Nigeria and... Read More

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January 27, 2015

Yemi Alade plays belly dancer in ‘Taking Over Me’ video (See Photos)

by Anike Jacobs Rave of the moment, Yemi Alade has released the behind-the-scene photos for her hit single, ‘Taking over me’ which is off her debut album ‘King of Queens’. ‘Taking me over’ which features rapper, Phyno, was produced by GospelonDeBeatz. The video which was shot in Nigeria and South Africa will be released soon,... Read More

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January 17, 2015

Album review: Yemi Alade’s ‘King of queens’ does not live up to the title

by Wilfred Okiche King of Queens is the title of the long in the works debut album from pop chanteuse Yemi Alade. After winning the inaugural edition of the Peak Talent Hunt reality show in 2009, Alade bubbled under the surface for a spell, releasing material that went largely ignored by the massive audience she... Read More

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