Ayra Starr to become first Afrobeats star to headline NFL halftime show
Nigerian Afrobeats singer Ayra Starr has been announced as the headline performer for an NFL halftime show during the league’s international match in London this autumn.
How destiny brought Davido and I together – Deekay
When I came into the music industry, people only knew me as the guy who used to dance in Davido’s music videos. I am a good dancer. If you have watched most of Davido’s videos that were shot in South-Africa, you will notice me there. I danced in “Gobe” and so many other videos. Basically, my fans know me as a dancer than a singer. They just know me as Deekay, the guy that dances for Davido. At a point, I was rooting for Davido. We go to shows together till date. My new single, Repete is a song that you can dance to and be happy. Shizzi did a nice beat.
DJ Cuppy set to tour 8 African countries in 4 weeks
DJ, producer and songwriter, Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola popularly known as DJ Cuppy is set to take her career to the next level as she concludes plans to embark on a tour of eight African countries. Titled ‘Cuppy Takes Africa’, the ambitious tour which kicks off next month in Nigeria will see her storm eight other countries, rounding off in South Africa.
Ambode inspects state’s television, promises turnaround
Lagos State governor, Akinwunmi Ambode yesterday, paid an unscheduled visit to the Lagos Television (LTV) 8 Studios in Agidingbi, Ikeja where he made a pledge to give all the necessary support to upgrade it to a world class broadcast station.
Five Nigerians whose tweets you don’t want to miss
With about 302 million people on twitter, you can’t possibly follow everyone. But these statistics prove that these five Nigerians just might be worth your click. (@obyzeks) Earlier this year, @Time Magazine named Nigerian political activist and writer ObiageliEzekwesili as one of the 100 most influential people in the world. Her activism and writing has gotten her worldwide renown and accolades. With her 310,000 followers on Twitter, she is constantly reaching out to them, advocating for various campaigns and speaking on current affairs.
ACHOS releases new smartphone, 50d Helium
French brand ARCHOS is set to unveil its newest addition, ARCHOS 50d Helium to its line of smartphones. The new device according to the CEO of the company, Loic Poirier represents commitment to 4G connectivity in stylishly designed smartphones for all ACHOS customers. The ARCHOS 50d Helium showcases a slim and elegant design. The product box includes two coloured back cases in storm blue and stone grey, which evoke high technology and nature simultaneously hrough stone finishes.
