Song Of The Week: Ilaye – Metaphors
26th June 2019
24 years old singer and songwriter, Gloria Ilaye, released “Metaphors”, her fourth single in April 2019. The singer says she is both lost and found in the process of curating music, and paints an alluring yet lucid picture of a naive girl who has a crush on someone to whom she is unable to express … Continue reading Song Of The Week: Ilaye – Metaphors
Burna Boy Wins BET Award For Best International Act
24th June 2019
Afrobeat singer, Burna Boy, has won the BET award for Best International Act at the awards which held on Sunday, June 23, 2019, at the Microsoft Theatre, Los Angeles, USA. The “African Giant” was nominated with Aka (South Africa), Aya Nakamura (France), Dave (Uk), Dosseh (France), Giggs (Uk), and Mr. Eazi (Nigeria) in the Best … Continue reading Burna Boy Wins BET Award For Best International Act
Music Videos We Love
The music videos we love this week has a couple, a newbie, and some of Africa’s hottest selling artists. These are some of the music videos trending. Enjoy! Simi – Jericho feat. Patoranking Simi‘s brand new music video features Patoranking. “Jericho” is an upbeat Afrobeat love song that you will enjoy dancing to, with a … Continue reading Music Videos We Love
Simi Launches Own Record Label, “Studio Brat”
Last week, Nigerian songbird, Simi, surprised everyone with the announcement of her new record label. The singer, who disengaged from X3M in May 2019 after her two-album contract with the record label came to an end earlier in the year, made the announcement on Friday, 21st June 2019. “The norm is to do a formal … Continue reading Simi Launches Own Record Label, “Studio Brat”
Movies To Watch This Weekend
21st June 2019
Weekends mean many things to many Nigerians. For some, it means weddings, parties, plenty of dance and food, for others, it’s time out from work, but for us, it’s when we get to savour the very best of Nigerian cinema! We’ve enjoyed films like Merry Men, Wedding Party, Chief Daddy, Lion Heart and more, and … Continue reading Movies To Watch This Weekend
Birdman To Produce Hollywood Film Based On Nigerian Immigrants
20th June 2019
American rapper and record executive Bryan Christopher Williams (AKA Birdman) and budding Nigerian American filmmaker Solomon Onita Jr. will produce a coming of age film titled ‘Tasmanian Devil’ The film is built around the story of Dayo, a 19-year-old Nigerian immigrant in the United States at odds with his very religious father over the boy’s … Continue reading Birdman To Produce Hollywood Film Based On Nigerian Immigrants
Mo Abudu Chairs 47th International Emmy Award Gala
19th June 2019
Nigeria’s foremost media entrepreneur, and CEO of Ebonylife Media, Mo Abudu,is expected to chair the 47th International Emmy Awards Gala held in New York later this year. The International Emmy Awards is held annually in November by the International Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (IATAS) to honour the best television programs produced and aired … Continue reading Mo Abudu Chairs 47th International Emmy Award Gala
10 Groovy Gospel Music Videos On Our Playlist (Part II)
Find the first part of this article here. Living Faith Connections – Yahweh Yahweh is a 2014 single from the Living Faith Connections choir. This tune bears a subtle similarity with an Awilo Logomba pattern of music but is outstandingly uplifting in every sense. It is a danceable praise song, with an impressive video Jahdiel … Continue reading 10 Groovy Gospel Music Videos On Our Playlist (Part II)
Song Of The Week: Johnny Drille – Papa
Still in the spirit of the recently celebrated Father’s Day, Johnny Drille‘s “Papa” is our song of the week. The song is an ode to fathers, particularly referencing his own father’s wisdom, prayers, and his admonition as he leaves his hometown for greener pastures. He advises his son of the importance of prayer and faith … Continue reading Song Of The Week: Johnny Drille – Papa
10 Groovy Gospel Music Videos On Our Playlist (Part I)
18th June 2019
A lot of Christians have a hard time finding quality upbeat music videos by Nigerian artistes. Below are 10 groovy gospel music videos that you can add to your playlist. They include songs from Ada, Mr Jaga, The Gratitude, Mike Abdul, Sammy Okposo and more. They are great for parties where you don’t want to … Continue reading 10 Groovy Gospel Music Videos On Our Playlist (Part I)
Movies To Watch This Weekend
14th June 2019
The Gabriel Afolayan drama, “Coming From Insanity”, is back in cinemas! It premiered in selected cinemas in April 2019 and is back on the big screens this weekend. Here are other movies you will have the pleasure of seeing across the country this weekend. Another Father’s Day “Another Father’s Day” is a family comedy directed … Continue reading Movies To Watch This Weekend
Nigerian-Born Hunger Games Actor, Dayo Okeniyi, Celebrates 31st Birthday
Today marks the 31st birthday of Nigerian actor, Dayo Okeniyi. Dayo became a popular face after starring in American science-fiction films, “Hunger Games” (2012) and “Terminator Genisys” (2015). Dayo was born Oladayo; Yoruba for “Our wealth has become joy” in Jos, Plateau State, to a Nigerian father and Kenyan mother. He spent some of his … Continue reading Nigerian-Born Hunger Games Actor, Dayo Okeniyi, Celebrates 31st Birthday
Finally, “Muna”; A Nollywood Action Film Worth Seeing
13th June 2019
The new Kevin Nwankwo film, “Muna”, is definitely a huge turn in the Nigerian film industry. For those naysayers who think Nollywood can never produce a standard action movie, “Muna” proves you wrong, and guess who’s pulling all the stunts, none other than the beautiful Adesua Etomi-Wellington. The fast-paced, action-packed Hollywood style movie stars Ebele … Continue reading Finally, “Muna”; A Nollywood Action Film Worth Seeing
Throwback Thursday: The 5 Biggest Names In Nigerian Rap Music From The 90’s
Let’s take a look at the five biggest names in the Nigerian rap music scene, from the 90’s. THOROUGHBREDS The Thoroughbreds may have started out of the Coal City of Enugu. It is still unclear if they also went by the title “Coal City’s Finest”, or if CCF was a different music group that had … Continue reading Throwback Thursday: The 5 Biggest Names In Nigerian Rap Music From The 90’s
Music Videos We Love
10th June 2019
Protek Illasheva – In My Life Protek recently released the video for his new single titled “In My Life”, from his upcoming album “Counter Culture”. “In My Life” samples a chorus from a popular “Voice of the Cross” song. It is a Carel films production. Omawumi – Without You Multi-talented entertainer Omawumi serves us a … Continue reading Music Videos We Love
Events In June
8th June 2019
Nollywood Scoundrel Lagos Theater Workshop brings to you the funniest stage play you will probably see this year, “Nollywood Scoundrel”. The comedy play will be showing at Terra Kulture for three days in the afternoon and later in the evening.t. Venue: Terra Kulture, Tiamiyu Savage, Victoria Island, Lagos Date: Thursday, June 6, to Saturday, June … Continue reading Events In June
20 Richest Nigerian Women In Entertainment, Part 2
7th June 2019
A few weeks ago we brought you a list of some of the richest Nigerian women in the entertainment industry across the world. Below is the concluding part; ten more of Nigeria’s richest actors, musicians, media and entertainment entrepreneurs. Omotola Jalade Ekeinde Omotola Jalade Ekeinde. The actor singer, and philanthropist is worth $ 1.7Million according … Continue reading 20 Richest Nigerian Women In Entertainment, Part 2
Song Of The Week: Faze – Chakam
5th June 2019
Former Plantashun boy, Chibuzor Oji (Faze), delivers a very timely admonition in his new single “Chakam”. This is coming two months after the release of the dancehall/ragga single “Love”, featuring Eyesus. There have been numerous cases in the recent past where people shared certain information that has come back to haunt them. The widely celebrated … Continue reading Song Of The Week: Faze – Chakam
GospelOnDeBeatz Announces Album Release
1st June 2019
Hit music producer, Gospel Chinemeremu Obi, known professionally as GospelOnDeBeatz has unveiled the cover art and track list for his soon to be released debut album titled “Flux”. The producer’s first taste of fame came after producing Davido‘s “All of You”, from the singer’s 2012 debut album ” Omo Baba Olowo”. He is also the … Continue reading GospelOnDeBeatz Announces Album Release
Mavin Records Signs New Artiste“Crayon”
Mavin Records has just announced the signing of another young, new artist Crayon, barely two months after officially announcing their contract with Rema. Crayon is signed to a Mavin Records imprint owned by music producer, Baby Fresh. In his announcement, the Mavin Record boss, Don Jazzy, said that Crayon will be bringing a lot of … Continue reading Mavin Records Signs New Artiste“Crayon”
Movies to watch this weekend
31st May 2019
Mokalik If you have not been following our weekly “Movies To Watch This Weekend” articles, then you would have missed so many great Nigerian films that have shown in cinemas near you! There are links to our newest movie recommendations below, so you do not miss out entirely. Movies like “Gold Statue”, “Makate Must Sell”, … Continue reading Movies to watch this weekend
“Òlòtūré” a new Ebony Life Film Coming Soon
Ebony Life Film’s soon to be released film “Òlòtūré” will be tackling the scourge of human trafficking and other vices. It is certainly one to watch out for. The film is about a naïve undercover journalist who seeks to unravel the mysteries behind human trafficking. She is soon caught up in the lifestyle of prostitution, … Continue reading “Òlòtūré” a new Ebony Life Film Coming Soon
All Set For Falz Experience II on June 8th
Falz has announced plans for the 2019 edition of “The Falz Experience”. The premiere edition, which gulped a massive N300 million and recorded a whopping 100 million views, held on the twentieth of December, 2017 and hosted thousands of African music fans at the Eko Convention Center, Victoria Island, Lagos. The event was headlined by … Continue reading All Set For Falz Experience II on June 8th
Throwback Thursday: Legends of Nigerian Hip Hop – Junior and Pretty
30th May 2019
Nigerian hip hop has indeed come a long way, but little or nothing has been documented about the origin of hip hop in Nigeria. There is very little online about the men who pioneered the music genre that has become one of the most popular in the country. Among the few names that come to … Continue reading Throwback Thursday: Legends of Nigerian Hip Hop – Junior and Pretty
Animated Adaptation of Cyprian Ekwensi’s “The Passport of Mallam Ilia” To Be Released Soon
Magic Carpet studio is bringing to life Cyprian Ekwensi‘s “The Passport of Mallam Ilia” in its soon-to-be-released feature-length animation. Magic Carpet Studios, an animation and games studio in Lagos, is determined to disrupt the industry. The studio is currently working on its first 2D animation feature film – an adaptation of the African literature classic … Continue reading Animated Adaptation of Cyprian Ekwensi’s “The Passport of Mallam Ilia” To Be Released Soon
Movies To Watch This Weekend
24th May 2019
As you get ready to wind down this weekend, here are the movies you should look out for. The Delivery Boy An escapee suicide bomber finds an ally in a prostitute. they must work together to survive the dangerous nights while in search of the reasons for their current predicaments. The Adekunle Nodash Adejuyigbe drama … Continue reading Movies To Watch This Weekend
Did You Know? 20 Richest Nigerian Women In Entertainment, Part 1
23rd May 2019
Researches have shown that despite the country’s economic downturn, Nigerians are still among some of the wealthiest people in the continent. With all the social media glitz and glamour, if you have ever wondered about how much money your favorite celebrities really have, a recent publication by global financial news, analysis and data portal shows … Continue reading Did You Know? 20 Richest Nigerian Women In Entertainment, Part 1
Uzo Aduba Stars In New Netflix Film “Beats”
22nd May 2019
Nigerian-American two-time Emmy winning actress, Uzo Aduba, is on her way to winning some more accolades with her role in the new Netflix film, “Beats”. Aduba plays the very protective mother of a teenage music prodigy, starring alongside Anthony Anderson, Khalil Everage, Emayatzy Corinealdi, Paul Walter Hauser, Dave East, Ashley Jackson, and Evan J. Simpson. … Continue reading Uzo Aduba Stars In New Netflix Film “Beats”
Music Videos We Love
21st May 2019
Nigerian music has grown to the point at which it is becoming hard to keep track of new releases and difficult to conclusively say which videos are the very best. Outstanding music videos released almost daily! We have, however, been able to select some of the best Nigerian music videos for your enjoyment. Find some … Continue reading Music Videos We Love
Burna Boy Clinches African Artist Of The Year At VGMA 2019
Nigerian Afro-Fusion singer Damini Ogulu, known professionally as Burna Boy, has been awarded the “African Artiste of the Year” at the just-concluded Vodafone Ghana Music Awards – the biggest annual entertainment event in Ghana. Bruna Boy succeeds Davido, who won the award at the 2018 edition, continuing the string of Nigerians standing tall as Africa’s … Continue reading Burna Boy Clinches African Artist Of The Year At VGMA 2019