Throwback Thursday: Papa Ajasco & Company
Let’s throw it back a little to the most watched Nigerian sitcom ever – Papa Ajasco and Family. For many years the epic WAP-produced sitcom previously known, as “Papa Ajasco and Family”, and later “Papa Ajasco and Company”, kept Nigerians thoroughly entertained. The “Papa Ajasco and Company” story is built around the Ajasco family’s comic […]
Song of the Week – ‘Solomon’ by Ikon
“Solomon”, by brand new single by rapper- producer Ikon Ekwuyasi is our song of the week. Ikon has, for a long time, been the man behind a number of Nigerian urban hit songs, working with Lynxx, Show Dem Camp and Collectiv3,among other indigenous music artistes and groups. Only recently he moved from being the man […]
Nigerians Catch Coachella Fever As Burna Boy & Mr. Eazi Perform
The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival 2019 kicked off on Friday 12th April, and lasted through the weekend, with performances by some of the biggest names in the global music industry, including Childish Gambino, Solange Knowles, Wiz Khalifa and Ariana Grande. However, what has got Nigerians talking is the debut of two of her […]
Movies To Watch This Weekend
As always, we bring you the latest and the best of Nigerian films in cinemas each weekend. Here are our recommendations for the weekend. 4TH REPUBLIC “4th Republic” stars Kate Henshaw, Bimbo Manuel, Enyinna Nwigwe, Yakubu Mohammed, Sani Muazu and Linda Ejiofor. The movie delves into the dynamics of the typical Nigerian political terrain. It […]
Do You Have Plans for 26th & 27th April?
Perhaps you already have your plans mapped out for the 26th and 27th. Well, this will be a good time to adjust them to include the Connect Nigeria Business Fair! Nigeria’s leading information hub, Connect Nigeria, is hosting Africa’s biggest business event on Friday 26th and Saturday 27th April 2019. Over the last eight years, […]
Song of the Week: Simi – ‘Remind Me’
“Remind me” is track number one on Simi‘s studio album titled “Simisola“. The album debuted at number five on the Billboard World Albums chart less than 3 weeks from its release, and won her Best R&B/Pop album at The Headies 2018. The song juxtaposes the display of love and affection for kin against the selfishness […]
Music Videos We Love
Toby Grey – Showglass Remix ft. Terry Apala & Chinko Toby Grey brings a different flavor to Nigerian music. She talks about the limitations of stardom and the pain behind the glitz and fame. It features Terry Apala & Chinko Lady Donli – Cash “Cash” is Lady Donli’s first single off her soon to be […]
Music Videos We Love
A number of music videos have been released in the last couple of weeks, but here are some of the very best you shouldn’t fail to see this week Victor AD ft Davido – Tire You Victor AD is out with a new video. The “Wetin We Wain” singer features Davido in the “Tire You” […]
Movies To Watch This Weekend
There are three brand new movies in cinemas this weekend, and we recommend that you be one of the first to see them. Hire a Woman “Hire a Woman” is an intriguing romantic comedy that follows the story of an upwardly mobile young man whose ex-girlfriend would do anything to have back after she sees […]
Song of the Week: ‘Kiss The Fire’
Collectiv3 – Kiss The Fire Following the success of their 2015 album, the Collectiv3 released their sophomore album “Live, Create, Repeat” in October 2018. The album has Mokeyanju, Tems, Preyé, Tomi Thomas and Blinky Bill alongside the original members of the music group. The Collectiv3 is a group of Nigerian musical artistes consisting of the […]
Americanah Film; Lupita Nyong’o’s Screen Adaptation In Development
Going by Lupita Nyong’o’s recent statement, the long-awaited screen adaptation of Chimamanda Adichie‘s “Americanah” will soon be out. The Kenyan actress, who bought the film rights to the bestselling novel, had expressed excitement about the project in 2014 while speaking with the New York Daily News: “It is such an honor to have the opportunity […]
Omotola Celebrates 23rd Anniversary Of Happily Ever After
Omotola Jalade is celebrating her 23rd year of marriage with Captain Matthew Ekhinde. The actress posted this very romantic message on her Instagram page: “Happy 23rd marriage Anniversary to us and Happy birthday to you Honeyboy. It’s crazy how it’s been so long yet so New. #onlybyGrace” Instagram The former model, singer, and actress made […]
Music Videos We Love
Sarz – Good Morning Riddim “Good Morning Riddim” is a feel-good song by Nigerian music producer, Sarz, that will get your head bobbing. The song is the first track off his new album. The video, directed by Ifeme C.S., captures Nigerian celebrities and everyday Lagosians as they dance to the catchy tune at home in […]
Movies To Watch This Weekend
In case you are wondering what to do for fun this weekend, look no further. There are new movies available on online platforms and in cinemas that will have you thoroughly entertained. Here are some movies for you. She Is “She Is” is a star-studded movie with a very intriguing storyline. It tells the story […]
World Poetry Day: Five Nigerian Poets
21st March is World Poetry Day. Its purpose, according to the 1999 UNESCO declaration, is to promote the reading, writing, publishing, and teaching of poetry throughout the world. What better way to celebrate the day than to celebrate some of the most famous Nigerian poets? Ben Okri Ben Okri is a Nigerian poet and writer, […]
The Famous Kevin Hart Pencil Art Appears On Steve Harvey’s TV Show
Kaduna based hyper-realism pencil artist, Eli Waduba, is celebrating the appearance of his now-famous Kevin Hart portrait on Steve Harvey’s show. He tweeted: “And my portrait of my favorite comedian @KevinHart4real made it to @SteveTVShow, thank you so much, Mr. Steve, I feel so honored” Waduba became an international sensation almost overnight, after his February […]