MTV Base and VIMN Africa have revealed that Diamond, Emtee, Kwesta and Patoranking are to join the glittering ranks of performers at the MTV Africa Music Awards Johannesburg 2016. They join the previously announced performers like Alikiba, Babes Wodumo, Cassper Nyovest, Nasty C, Ycee and Yemi Alade on the giant purpose-built MAMA stage at the…
It doesn’t look out of place today, in 2016, to see people introduce themselves as stand-up comedians, musicians, or actors. Not a lot of parents would scold their kids if they suggested studying creative arts in the university. But in 1996, when Babatunde Adewale or Tee-A as he is popularly called started, it was rare…
Upwardly mobile female singer, Adokiye, has continued to soar with ‘Jombolo’, her new single featuring Oritsefemi. Adokiye stated that ‘Jombolo’, which literally means ‘live and love’, is a song that can relax the frayed nerves of Nigerians, particularly as the country currently faces diverse socio-economic challenges. The afrobeat sound, produced by KukBeatz has been enjoying…
Governor Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos State has disclosed that the state now experiences influx of investors and tourists daily. He made this known on Saturday in Somolu Local Government at the climax of the inauguration of 114 roads constructed across the 20 Local Government Areas (LGs) and 37 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs). Ambode attributed…
One actress that has gradually found her way into the hearts of many ardent followers of the Nigerian film industry fondly called Nollywood is Genny Uzoma. Since she joined the industry, it has been from success to another. But not many of her fans know that this charming role-interpreter dumped her promising job at a…
The much-anticipated music collaboration between Fanzy Papaya and reggae star, Patoranking has finally been released. The song, entitled ‘Bless Me’, as the name suggests, is an everyday prayer for success. It was finely composed and delivered by Fatha Figga Entertainment’s act, Fanzy and Patoranking, while Dr Amir produced it. As Fanzy Papaya carves his niche…
It was celebration galore last week when king of music in Nigeria, King Sunny Ade, KSA, marked his 70 years on earth. At a party threw to celebrate the day, Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, was the Chairman of the occasion. Some of the personalities at the event were Obasa’s…
Fast-rising DJ Faruq has released a new Mixtape that is catching attention of many music lovers across the continent. The new work is called Afro Mixtape and it features finest hit tracks from African artistes. Below is the track list: Davido Tiwa, Savage, Lola Rae, Sarkodie, Diamond, Mi Casa – Africa-Rising Uhuru ft Bongo Maffin…
The much anticipated Africa Fashion Reception was hosted by the African Union 13th – 15th September, 2016 at the African Union headquarters in Addis Ababa. It featured designers from around the African continent Activities opened with exhibition by participating countries. The Chairperson of the African Union, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma visited the exhibition stands with…
Leading African financial institution, Guaranty Trust Bank plc, has announced the launch of ART635 (art635.gallery), a Virtual Arts Gallery created to reignite interest in African art and drive the growth and development of the local art industry. Art635 is a foremost online repository of African artworks and is set to serve as a leading platform…