Music
20 Jan
Ever since his fated breakout, in 2018, Victor AD has shone across Nigerian musicdom with his unique musicianship. His introduction to the limelight came with Wetin we gain, the prayeresque song that sparked hope in Nigerians. The Delta-bred musician, born Victor Adere, joined the league of street-pop mavericks such as, Bella Shmurda, Barry Jhay, among…
20 Jan
UK-BASED Ghanaian singer, Effia Addo, popularly known as Effs, said she’s always had a heavy Nigerian influence. She stated this while showering encomiums on her Nigerian fan base, as she received a warm welcome when she landed in the country.
15 Jan
Leading youth entertainment brand, MTV Base, is set to premiere the second season of the highly anticipated music game show, ’Know Your Music’,
13 Jan
With more successes being recorded by both emerging and experienced hip hop artistes in Afrobeats, all eyes are fixed on the genre’s big comeback.
8 Jan
Hip-hop's golden jubilee wouldn't be complete without a beat from Nigeria's finest. Chocolate City Music, a titan of the African music scene, drops the mic with the "Chocolate City Cypher," a star-studded tribute track celebrating five decades of lyrical fire and cultural revolution. From park jams in the Bronx to packed stadiums across the globe,…
6 Jan
From multiple Grammy nods to chart-breaking history, Afrobeats - Nigeria’s biggest music export - rose up the ranks in global musicdom, last year. Among the most interesting things that happened within the multi-billion dollar scene, the flux of new voices soundtracking the evolution of the industry was most laudable to watch.
6 Jan
With the new year comes a new class of rising musicians in the highly competitive Nigerian music industry where everybody is expected to bring their best foot forward. Artistes like Amada Goodness, Nezaboy, Big Boi Tee, Qing Madi, Llona Yarden, Shine TTW, and others have found their feet in the industry. However, 2024 might just…
5 Jan
After an amazing year on the music and entertainment scene, leading youth entertainment brand, MTV Base reconvened for a recap of all the exciting, entertaining moments in 2023 through its renowned roundtable discussion...
30 Dec
Everyone loves a grass-to-grace story, but when it comes to Laycon it’s more than just a regular muse. Born Olamilekan Agbeleshe, the 30-year-old singer stepped into the spotlight circa 2020, when he won the Big Brother Naija season 7 edition.
29 Dec
Embattled Nigerian musician Naira Marley has dropped two singles amidst the many controversies surrounding him. The songs are titled “Wahala” and “OMO, on my own” respectively. Naira Marley released the two singles on the 29th of this month, making it the first for the better part of the year, since the death of his former…
23 Dec
Across Afrobeats’ ever-expanding community, there are a plethora of unsung heroes. One of such noteworthy mavericks is the acclaimed record producer, composer and House DJ, Bigfoot. From the pulsating tempo of Hip Hop to the moody ballads of RnB, Bigfoot has left his imprint across myriad Afrobeats classics for nearly two decades.
19 Dec
Mariah Carey's timeless holiday hit, "All I Want for Christmas Is You," has reclaimed the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 for a remarkable 13th week. This achievement marks its unprecedented fifth holiday season atop the chart. Originally released in 1994 on Carey's album "Merry Christmas," the song's popularity has surged in recent…
Guardian Life
1 day ago
After a successful 10-week training programme, the British Council Film Lab Africa programme has announced the selection of 20 grant recipients in the short film and microfilms categories for opportunities to get funding for their various film projects. Brenda Fashugba, British Council's Creative Economy Lead, Sub Saharan Africa and Head of Arts Nigeria made the…
1 day ago
A Nigerian lawyer, Sunny Ekwuwusi has warned that surrogacy is a crime under Nigerian law. Speaking on Arise TV morning show, the lawyer disclosed that putting the sperm and the egg of a woman into another woman's womb is called “Womb Renting”. The human rights lawyer emphasized that according to the law, it is a…
1 day ago
Nigerian social media personality and crossdresser, Bobrisky, has made headlines not for his usual flamboyant displays, but for a gesture of kindness towards the Kirikiri prison. Despite being imprisoned for a six-month sentence due to misuse of the Naira, he has reportedly donated plastic chairs to the prison’s visitor area. The donation comes as a…
2 days ago
Everyone who is into makeup will attest to passing through the passage of confusion when it comes to buying the right products for their first makeup kit. Content creators should curate multiple inconsistent lists of what products a novice needs in their first makeup bag or kit. Most beginners have only ended up buying products…
2 days ago
Music producer, Dr. Roy, said he has not been paid due royalties for 'excess love' and numerous hit tracks he produced for Mercy Chinwo by the record label. The accusations surfaced when Dr. Roy appeared on the Honest Bunch podcast, where he tearfully recounted his experiences working with the gospel singer and the record label.…
Music
3 days ago
The music at the opening day of The Fabric of Courage, Somi’s week-long exhibition of the remarkable archives of the World Black Festival of Arts and Culture (FESTAC), which held for the second time it occurred, back in 1977, was a marvel to listen to.
3 days ago
As the 2024 edition of the music reality competition, Nigerian Idol, premieres tomorrow, ardent followers of the show are already buzzing with excitement and ready to root for their favourite contestants.
13 Apr
For decades, Port Harcourt city has nestled some of Afrobeats’ biggest stars. From Ajebo Hustlers to Omah Lay, Timaya, Burna Boy, Mercy Chinwo and many others, the garden city has become a birthplace of music stars renowned mostly for their unique artistries.
12 Apr
The highly anticipated unveiling ceremony of Fortune Kingsley, a.k.a. GyC , to the Bullion Records took place on Friday, April 12, 2024, at the South East Asia Restaurant, Ikeja, Lagos. The event unfolded with grandeur and excitement, marking a significant milestone in the Nigerian music industry. Esteemed guests, including international music promoter Alhaji Ademola A.J…
6 Apr
MultiChoice Nigeria has unveiled the trio of Omawumi, 9ice and Ric Hassani as judges for the 9th edition of Africa's prestigious music talent show, the Nigerian Idol, and also announced dates for its premiere.
Film
4 days ago
Eniola Ajao's new movie "Ajakaju" has continued to smash box office records, crossing the N2OOmillion mark less than a month after its release. The indigenous epic film, co-produced by Anthills Studio and distributed by FilmoneNg, has captured the hearts of audiences across Nigeria, crossing the impressive N200 million mark in ticket sales, according to data…
16 Apr
Roy Madu, also known as the Towncrier is a man who loves his crafts so dearly. That is why, he never stops showing his creative side and telling African Stories through the art of filmmaking and making creative sounds. Madu's audacity to challenge norms and present authentic black African narrative in a most relatable manner…
6 Apr
They have been consistent as the ‘eastern stars’. Since they took the decision to venture into acting in 1999, the ever charming and delectable Chidinma and Chidebere Aneke, aka Aneke Twins, have not looked back.
6 Apr
The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) and some non-governmental organisations have agreed to continue their collaboration to reduce the effects of tobacco and other harmful products towards achieving a ‘SmokefreeNollywood’.
31 Mar
RX FRANCE has announced the launch of MIP LONDON, a new industry market and networking event set to to hold from February 24 to 27, 2025, with a pre-opening on Sunday, February, 23.
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