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5 Notable Documentaries About Nigerian Music Artists You Must Watch

2 mn read Nigeria’s music scene is rich with talent and creativity, and over the years, several documentaries have captured the transformative journeys of some of the country’s most iconic musicians. Here are five must-watch documentaries that delve deep into the lives and careers of these artists: 1. Fela Kuti — Finding Fela (2014) Directed by Oscar-winning filmmaker […]

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Meet Lawrence Udeigwe — The Math Wiz with Music in His Bones

2 mn read Lawrence Udeigwe, known simply as Udeigwe, is a unique figure in the music world, blending his expertise as a mathematician with his passion for jazz. A Nigerian-American polymath, Udeigwe is an Associate Professor of Mathematics at Manhattan College and a Research Faculty member at MIT. His ability to merge the precision of mathematics with the […]

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Nigerian Singer Chike Silences Twitter Troll with ₦1 Million Transfer

< 1 mn read Nigerian singer Chike made headlines after sending ₦1 million to a Twitter troll who claimed that the late singer Mohbad was responsible for Chike’s fame. The exchange began when the troll commented on one of Chike’s posts, stating, “Mohbad made you,” in reference to their collaboration on the song Egwu. Chike initially responded with a […]

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Singer Ronami Reveals Burna Boy and Mom Share the Same Temperament

< 1 mn read Ronami Reveals Burna Boy and Their Mom Share the Same Temperament: ‘Hot or Cold’ In a recent viral interview, Ronami, sister of Nigerian music sensation Burna Boy, shared intriguing insights about her brother and their mother, Bose Ogulu. As the Chief Operations Officer of Burna Boy’s record label, Spaceship Collective, Ronami noted that both Burna […]

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Peter Obi Meets P-Square’s Mr P and Rudeboy

< 1 mn read The presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 election, Mr Peter Obi, has met with the members of the P-Square music group, Peter and Paul Okoye. Recalls that Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P, had on Monday called out his twin brother, Paul Okoye, over a recent feud that ensued between them. […]

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Multichoice talent factory 2025 calls for entries

< 1 mn read The MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF) is inviting applications for its 2025 program, which offers a fully funded academic year for aspiring filmmakers, scriptwriters, producers, and storytellers across Africa. Since its launch in 2018, MTF has supported 60 students annually, providing them with rigorous training, hands-on experience, and mentorship from industry experts. The program aims to […]

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Afrobeats & Activism: Are Nigerian Fans Demanding Too Much?

2 mn read In Nigeria, music often intersects with politics, with artists using their platforms to address social and political issues. Recently, there has been growing pressure on Afrobeats artists to align with social causes, especially during periods of mass protests. Recent Context: Amidst protests over economic hardships and high living costs, Nigerian fans have called on prominent […]

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Phyna Blasts Twitter Influencers

< 1 mn read After trending under the hashtag “Phyna not successful” on X (formerly Twitter), BBNaija season 7 winner Phyna has responded with a strong message against Twitter influencers. On August 12, 2024, Phyna addressed the situation by calling out the influencers, stating: “Just to be clear…I will start testing the money I don’t have and the connections […]

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Records Set by Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’

< 1 mn read Asake’s third album, Lungu Boy, has achieved significant milestones across various streaming platforms. Released on August 9, 2024, the album features collaborations with notable artists such as Wizkid, Central Cee, Stormzy, Travis Scott, and Ludmila. Here are the records set by Lungu Boy: Biggest Opening Day on Spotify Nigeria: The album garnered 5.86 million streams […]

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Omoni Oboli Announces Birth of First Grandchild

< 1 mn read Nollywood actress Omoni Oboli has shared the joyful news of the birth of her first grandchild, a baby girl named Naya. Oboli took to Instagram on August 12, 2024, to celebrate the arrival of her granddaughter, expressing deep gratitude and happiness. In her post, Oboli shared a video from her son Tobe and his wife […]

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Rema and Tems Featured on Barack Obama’s 2024 Summer Playlist

< 1 mn read Nigerian superstars Rema and Tems have made it onto Barack Obama’s 2024 summer playlist, highlighting the global success of Afrobeats. Tems’ track “Love Me Jeje,” a sample of Seyi Sodimu and Shaffy Bello’s classic, is included in the playlist. This marks her third appearance, following previous inclusions with “Vibe Out” in 2022 and “Me & […]

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YouTube Removes Davido’s Hit ‘Ogechi Remix’ Due to Copyright Issue

< 1 mn read Davido’s popular wedding hit, “Ogechi Remix,” has been removed from YouTube due to a copyright dispute. The track, which was performed live at Davido’s wedding to Chioma on June 25, 2024, quickly became a fan favorite. The remix featured contributions from BoyPee, Brown Joel, and Hyce. The music video for “Ogechi Remix” was uploaded to […]

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Bongos Ikwue Urges Nigerian Government to Address Youth Demands Amid #EndBadGovernance Movement

2 mn read Bongos Ikwue Urges Nigerian Government to Address Youth Demands and Embrace Protesters’ Actions. Dr. Bongos Ikwue, a renowned Nigerian musician, has called on the government to address the demands of protesting youths and the broader public, emphasizing the need for responsiveness and engagement in the face of recent #EndBadGovernance protests. In his statement, Ikwue highlighted […]

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Burna Boy Launches Football Academy in Lagos to Nurture Young Talent

< 1 mn read Burna Boy Launches Football Academy in Lagos. Afrobeat sensation Burna Boy has officially launched the Burna Boy Football Academy in Lagos, aiming to nurture and develop young football talent in the region. The academy, which began operations this month, offers training sessions three days a week, each lasting two hours. The initiative is designed for […]

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‘I’ve Slept with Over 3,000 Men’ – Esther Nwachukwu Makes Shocking Revelation**

< 1 mn read In a recent episode of ‘The Honest Bunch,’ Nollywood actress Esther Nwachukwu, also known as Esther Sky, made a provocative confession regarding her sexual history. During the show, which is co-hosted by actor Chinedu Ani Emmanuel (Nedu) along with Husband Material, Deity Cole, and Ezinne, Nwachukwu revealed that she has lost track of the number […]

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Nigerians only participate in sports that don’t need investment – Seun Kuti

< 1 mn read Nigerian singer Seun Kuti has openly criticized the Nigerian government’s lack of investment in sports, especially in the wake of the country’s underwhelming performance in the 2024 Olympics. In a video posted on his Instagram, Kuti highlighted that Nigeria mainly participated in sports that required minimal financial investment, such as track and field events, while […]

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