Music Superstar, Akon, to host AFRIMA 2017 in Lagos
Multi-award winning African-American music star, Akon, has been unveiled as host of the 4th annual All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) scheduled to hold on Sunday, November 12, 2017, at the Eko Convention Centre of the Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria. According to a statement by the African Union Commission and the International […]
Shell Launches Africa’s First Human and Solar Powered Football Pitch in Lagos
In an effort to inspire entrepreneurs and the implementation of bright energy ideas to Africa’s benefit, multinational oil company, Shell has unveiled Africa’s first human and solar-powered football pitch in Lagos. It is located in the Federal College of Education, Akoka, Lagos, and is in line with the company’s’ #makethefuture programme. “Shell makes a significant […]
Akon Visits Governor Ambode in Traditional Attire
Sengalese-American recording artiste, Akon was spotted in Lagos this Sunday in a white traditional kaftan. The world renowned musician, whose hits Lonely and Locked Up remain fan favourites, paid an honorary visit to Lagos State governor, Akinwunmi Ambode at the State House. Born Aliaune Damala Bouga Time Bongo Puru Nacka Lu Lu Lu Badara Akon Thiam, Akon is the first […]
Don Jazzy, P-Square and D’banj are Nigeria’s Richest Music Stars – Forbes
Forbes Africa recently released a top ten list of highest paid music stars in Africa. The Magazine responsible for Africa’s rich and powerful list, used factors such as endorsements, record deals and hits by the stars, to determine the ranking order among the music entertainers. United States based African Hip-hop artiste, Akon, ranked number one, […]
Explosive Line-up For The Calabar Festival 2012!
Multi-talented international R & B and Hip Hop recording artist, Akon, and legendary South African trumpeter, composer and singer, Hugh Masekela are leading a star-studded list of international and local musicians to perform at this year’s Calabar Festival, which kicks off Friday, 30th November. This is the second time that Akon, who is the founder […]
D’banj, other Nigerian acts win big at the 2012 Channel O Music Video Awards
The much anticipated and widely announced Music Video Awards of Channel O went down on Saturday, in Kliptown South Africa, with Nigerian Ice Prince and South African Bonang Matheba as presenters. Nigerian acts won more awards than any other country, with D’banj going home with two awards. The full list below: Most Gifted Video of […]