Temitope Osoba’s family denies reports on circumstances of her death
The family of Temitope Osoba has dismissed reports circulating on social media and some online platforms concerning the circumstances surrounding her death, describing them as false, speculative and unauthorised. In an official statement posted on her Instagram page, the family expressed sadness over what it described as the spread of unverified information at a difficult […]
‘Playing erotic roles does not make actors morally bankrupt’
Contrary to popular belief that movie stars are morally bankrupt following the erotic roles they play in movies, Nollywood star actor, Ramsey Nouh, has frowned at the notion, stressing that as professionals, actors are duty bound to interpret their roles excellently. Ramsey made this observation while speaking at the maiden edition of ‘Meet the Artiste’ forum organized by the Nollywood Studies Centre of the School of Media and Communication, Pan-Atlantic University, Lagos.
Toni Payne cooked rice for us while recording ‘Once Beaten, Twice Shy’ — ID Cabasa
To say that ID Cabasa is a gifted beat-maker would be belabouring the obvious. The lanky singer, producer, and choir master definitely knows his onions when it comes to making people dance. With production credits for hits such as ‘Gongo Aso’ ‘Street Credibility’ and ‘Photocopy’ under his belt, he has proved himself time and time again.
An evening of excellence as Christopher Kolade rewards classical musicians
It was an evening of excellence and celebration of the rare talents of five university-level students whose foray into classical music are beginning to pay them off. The event was the Musical Excellence Awards, organized by the Christopher Kolade Foundation,CKF, which aims at rewarding individual achievement, innovation, and creativity in the field of music.
AFRIFF 2015 gets underway
The Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF), has commenced with activities for her fifth edition holding between the 8th and 15th of November,with the announcement of her call for entry. Speaking from London via video conferencing with journalists in Lagos, Keith Shiri, Artistic Director for AFRIFF explained, that only films produced after January 1, 2014 and are yet to be officially screened to an African or Global audience will be eligible to compete in the five categories that AFRIFF champions.
Satchmo’s Jazzfest 2015: Celebrating our roots in jazz
In line with UNESCO’s setting of April 30 aside as World Jazz Day, Nigeria joined other countries across the world this year to be part of the celebration. Tagged “Satchmo Jazz festival” the show which rounded off on May 3rd after a four day memorable outing redefined the place of jazz music in Nigeria with International jazz, R&B, and soul musicians taking turns to display their skills on stage.
I have no beef with Olamide— Lord of Ajasa
You know Coded Tunes is a group of creative artistes. It’s a very good opportunity for people to see us together. We have been able to make a great impact in the Nigerian music industry, so when we say we’re celebrating our reunion, you should know it’s something worth celebrating. When I look back at when we started, we had nothing. But look at where we are today. We are all successful in our music careers.
Parents, institutions decry abandonment of autistic children in Nigeria
ABUJA – Emotion ran high recently when it was revealed how potentials embedded in children affected by autism were wasting and left untapped, due to their neglect by the society. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a range of complex neurodevelopment disorders, characterized by social impairments, communication difficulties, and restricted, repetitive, and stereotyped patterns of behaviour.
Olu Akengbuwa reunites Itsekiri people with their past
IT was a moment of reunion with the people’s past as Alex Eyengho’s historical play, “Olu Akengbuwa” was staged last Friday, to commemorate the 28th anniversary of the coronation of the Olu of Warri, His Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse II, in Warri, Delta State. The play, staged at Federal Government College, Warri, aptly re-echoed the rich Itsekiri culture from the various kings since its emergence till date.
AFRIMA 2015 entry submission opens May 18
All Africa Music Awards, AFRIMA, in partnership with the Africa Union Commission, AUC, will open submission of entries for this year’s edition of the continental awards on Monday, May 18, 2015. Music professionals of African origin including artistes, songwriters, video directors, music/entertainment journalists and music producers resident on the continent or abroad are eligible to enter in any of the 33 award categories and entry submission closes on Monday, July 20, 2015.
I’m in the industry to compete with the best – Zayo
DRIVEN by his passion, confidence and hunger to become one of Nigeria’s biggest musical brands, gifted singer and reality show winner, Zayo born Raheem Adeyemi Abd-Sobur has said that he’s into music to compete with the ‘best of the best’ in the Nigerian music scene. “I want my voice to be heard. I cannot come to this world and just go without leaving a part of me that would be remembered for all-time. I want to come and make a mark.
