Iyanya, D’banj, 2Face, Others Bag World Music Award Nominations
Some of Nigeria’s music stars including Tuface, Iyanya, D’banj, Tiwa Savage, Davido, and Wizkid have bagged nominations at the 2014 World Music Awards in various categories. With the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) providing the organizers with the names of best-selling artists from all major territories, the World Music Awards, which is regarded […]
Sean Tizzle, Iyanya, O.C. Ukeje, Two Other Stars that Rocked in 2013
The Nigerian entertainment industry in the year 2013 was a busy one; new stars were born and some were made superstars. In our 2013 review series, we look at five entertainment personalities who had a fantastic outing in 2013. In the movie sector, one name stood out all year long; O.C. Ukeje. The former Amstel […]
5 Nigerian Celebrities Who Rose to Stardom from Reality Shows (I)
While some celebrities rose to stardom on the back of their parents’ financial muscle, some who are not so lucky opted for the rigours of attending auditions and finally battling it out with fellow contestants at reality shows before realising their dreams. This week, ConnectNigeria reviews five celebrities who are products of reality shows. Iyanya […]
Olamide Grabs Multiple Awards at 8th Nigeria Entertainment Awards
Nigerian Hip-hop artiste, Olamide, was the winner of multiple awards at the just concluded Nigeria Entertainment Awards, held in New York, United States on September 1, 2013. The event, which has been running for eight years, awarded several other artistes in the Nigerian entertainment industry spanning across movie, music, television, radio, and comedy. Olamide won […]
New Music: Fi Mi Le by Lola Rae ft Iyanya
Following on from just being nominated for an NEA Award as ‘Most Promising Female Act To Watch’ and with her music video for “Watch My Ting Go” recently picked as ‘Video of the Week’ on BET’s 106 & Park, British Nigerian Pop star Lola Rae is back with her brand new warm-up titled ‘Fi Mi Le.’ Featuring IYANYA and produced by P2J who also […]
Artistes Gear Up, as AY Live Holds on Easter Sunday
Comedians, Musicians, Dancers, and DeeJays on the bill of the oncoming AY Live on Easter Sunday, would have wonderful performances at the show, going by their preparation. This excites AY, the creator, organizer, producer and host. “I have quietly monitored with satisfaction, the performances of all the artistes on the bill of AY Live,” revealed […]
Iyanya Album Launch Concert
Flytime Promotions and Made Men Music Group Present Iyanya vs Desire Album Launch Concert Venue: Expo Hall, Eko Hotel and Suites Date: March 2, 2013 Time: 7pm Tickets: N5000 and N25000 Tables: N500,000 and N1 million Tickets Sold At Naija Ticket Shop Outlets, Silverbird Cinemas (VI and Ikeja), Ozone Cinemas, Eko Hotel, Dominos Pizza (VI […]
Darey Presents Love: Like A Movie
“Love: Like A Movie” is a theatrical concert for valentine, produced with style as an exhibition of performance varieties. At its core, the project uses the interpretation of powerful emotions, music, traditionally inspired dance/acrobatic performances, lights, moving images and customized sets interwoven into a single production to express the values of love and humanity in […]
Akwa Ibom State Fun Festival
One of the biggest hotel chains in Akwa Ibom state – Monty Suites Group – will be celebrating its 25th anniversary on September 21, in a fun festival. The event will bring some of the biggest stars in the Nigerian Entertainment Industry to town. The list includes Wizkid, Iyanya and Chidinma; Gordons, Helen Paul and […]
FACE OFF: Celebrity Basketball Match (Pictures)
By Dami Elebe Celebrities from every industry in Nigeria were present for a unique event. Created by Olatunde Michaels, this event is a first of its kind allowing the celebrities to once again communicate with their fans and show their fun side. The celebrities that came included the coaches Don Jazzy and DJ Jimmy JATT, […]