Weekend Beats
11 Apr
Azeez Damilare Balogun, known in the music scene as Zeed SNG, has been making waves with his unique blend of African rhythms and contemporary pop sounds. Born on April 16th, 1997, in Lagos, Nigeria, Zeed grew up in Ejigbo before venturing into the music industry professionally. Discovering his passion for music during adolescence, Zeed began…
9 Apr
Ghanaian rapper and Afrobeat star, Yeboah Emmanuel, fondly known as AY Poyoo, has told music fans around the world to brace up for the release of his much anticipated album Rejected Stone set to drop on April 24. AY Poyoo, who has opened up on the timely intervention Tree Money Yard (TMY) Empire Records, a…
6 Apr
Nikki Laoye, in collaboration with music genius cum producer, Holy Drill and British rap artiste, Sonny Green, has released the captivating visuals for the her trending anthem, YESHUA Extended, an extended version of one of the world’s favourite worship songs, YESHUA.
6 Apr
Grammy award winner and African Giant crooner, Damini Ogulu, well known by the stage name, Burna Boy, has described his Monday, April 1 announcement of a joint project release with J Hus with British rapper and singer Momodou Lamin Jallow known professionally as J Hus as “Best April Fool in a while”.
6 Apr
Street hop artiste Abiola Ahmed Akinbiyi, known professionally as Bella Shmurda has expressed his dissatisfaction with the recent denigration of Afrobeats by some artistes who gained fame and fortune with the genre.
6 Apr
Singer, songwriter, rapper and voice over artiste, Favour Ugochi Anosike, popularly known as Ugoccie has unveiled her sophomore Extended Play (EP) titled, Voice of the East (V.O.T.E).
6 Apr
Rapper Tobechukwu Melvin Ejiofor, fondly called Illbliss, has opened up on why he took a break from music in 2020. The hip-hop icon also known as Dat Ibo Boy or Oga Boss said he took two years off the studio to focus on being a father.
6 Apr
Aisha Ochuwa-Tella, the Group Managing Director of Aisha Ochuwa Group Limited, has expressed profound gratitude for her daughters, Maisha Isabella Tella and Miriam Jasmine Tella, whom she describes as her best and prized jewels. Despite her success as a renowned jewel merchant and businesswoman, Aisha treasures the gift of motherhood above all else. In an…
6 Apr
In a move to continually develop and reshape global perceptions of African music, Rozay Records, under the leadership of Emmanuel Ovuasa, has recently signed two new creative and promising artists into the record label fold. The dynamic record label, known for its commitment to promoting exceptional talent, has welcomed Elvis Bamidele Gelemu, popularly known as…
2 Apr
Marvel Oberuomo, professionally known as Able Jack, is making waves in the Nigerian music scene with the release of his debut project, "Brutal & Decent." Under the banner of African Bad Boy Entertainment, Able Jack delivers a dynamic blend of inspiration and celebration with two electrifying tracks: "WGR (We Getting Rich)" and "More." "WGR (We…
1 Apr
Award winning Gospel music artiste, Opeyemi Olatunji, popularly known also as 'YemyTpx', has returned with a new single 'Bila'.
31 Mar
In the world of fashion and beauty, Saran Bah has established herself as a prominent figure in Guinea. With her exceptional journey, she remains one of the most successful and beloved women in the country. However, beyond the catwalks and spotlights, Saran stands out for her deep commitment to humanitarian work. Far from the glitz…
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Nollywood actress, Kate Henshaw, has called for an improved immunisation and more Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs) in Bauchi State for children welfare in the state. The UNICEF Ambassador made the call in Bauchi on Tuesday while briefing newsmen on her field trip with the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) Bauchi Field Office to observe immunisation…
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The Federal Government has set up a seven-man committee to investigate the alleged bullying incidents at Lead British International School, Abuja. This was after the government convened an emergency meeting with management of the school following a disturbing video footage of some students bullying others emerged on the social media earlier on Tuesday. "The committee's…
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The pan-Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has urged former governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, to support the 700km Lagos-Calabar coastal road project being executed by the Federal Government. Obi, who was the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 elections, had on Monday said the construction of the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway…
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....as secondary market turnover in FMDQ hits ₦48.9tr Total value of transactions executed by domestic investors outperformed foreign investors patronage by circa 64 per cent as at March 2024. According to the latest Domestic and Foreign Portfolio Investment Report of the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX), total domestic transactions accounted for about 89 per cent…
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FOLLOWING the success of its 'Back to School project' at St. Michael's African School, Ipari-Nla, Ogun State, in February, the Angel Foundation has successfully completed another transformative project at the school, which was commissioned on Monday. It renovated and modernised the school's toilet facilities, enhanced hygiene standards for students and teachers alike, as well as…
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Former Central Bank of Nigeria's governor Godwin Emefiele approved the printing of N684.5 million naira with N18.9 billion, the Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) has said. EFCC made the claim in a new four-count charge filed against Emefiele at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory. The anti-graft agency's prosecutor Rotimi Oyedepo (SAN)…
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The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Dr Samuel Ogbuku, has promised that the commission will now meet on a quarterly basis with stakeholders of the commission to enhance the formulation and sustenance of the Commission's overall strategies for the development of the region. Ogbuku made the promise during an interactive forum…
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The Kogi State House of Assembly, during plenary on Tuesday, has asked the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to remove the ‘wanted’ tag that it placed on Yahaya Bello, the immediate past governor of the state. EFCC declared Bello alongside Ali Bello, Dauda Suleiman and Abdulsalam Hudu on 19-count charges bordering on money laundering…
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Two Premier League footballers have been arrested over rape allegations. The alleged rape incident is said to have taken place on Friday night. According to UK publication, The Sun, Cops stormed the club’s stadium this weekend and one of the players, aged 19, was spoken to on suspicion of assault and aiding and abetting a…
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The University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN) on Tuesday suspended Mfonobong David Udoudom, a lecturer in the General Studies division, who was caught in a video allegedly harassing a female student. The university said that the indefinite suspension is with immediate effect pending the outcome of a disciplinary panel constituted to investigate the incident. UNN spokesperson,…