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Female DJs work twice as hard to prove their worth — DJ Pretty Smile

Female DJs work twice as hard to prove their worth — DJ Pretty Smile

By Ayo Onikoyi Nigerian disc jockey, Onyinyechi Maureen Eneje, popularly known as DJ Pretty Smile, has opened up on the challenges confronting female DJs in the Nigerian entertainment industry, saying they often have to work harder to prove their worth in a male-dominated space. The Enugu State-born entertainer, who was raised in Lafia, Nasarawa State, […]
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Xty Essien to be buried in Lagos Sept 8

Xty Essien to be buried in Lagos Sept 8

Lady of Songs, Chief (Mrs.) Christy Essien-Igbokwe MFR, is to be buried on Friday, September 9, in Lagos. This decision was taken yesterday, July 6, 20110, at the inaugural meeting of the grand burial committee set up to coordinate activities and programmes for the final journey of the great music icon and Nigerian patriot.

Kenny G, Aremu, Waje rock Lagos @ Sax Appeal

Kenny G, Aremu, Waje rock Lagos @ Sax Appeal

World-renowned saxophonist; Kenny G staged an unforgettable performance last Sunday at the third edition of Sax Appeal. The Grammy award winner co-headlined the concert with host Mike Aremu. Sax Appeal is the annual jazz series created by Nigerian born international jazz performer; Mike Aremu.

D’Banj Vs 2Face Who rules the stage?

D’Banj Vs 2Face Who rules the stage?

If you’ve ever been to any of D’banj’s concerts, you’d wonder where he gets his energy from.

The way he jumps around the stage in rhyme to his beats and lyrics, leaves you wondering whether he’s Fela reincarnated.

Nigerian Idol winner,Yeka visits Abia

Nigerian Idol winner,Yeka visits Abia

It was a glorious home-coming for Yeka Onka, winner of the maiden edition of the Nigerian Idol, a music reality TV Show, when Pepsi sponsored her on a three-day visit to her home State, Abia last week.

Carolyne’s ready to rock

Carolyne’s ready to rock

Apples they say do not fall far from the tree. That analogy best describes the talents and vocal skills of Carolyne Bukola Udoh- a Nigerian-American singer whose single “I Don’t Need your money” is currently the toast of Internet and is set to be released soon in Nigeria.

Uma Ukpai commissions Triple JPlus

Uma Ukpai commissions Triple JPlus

For hours, there was stampede in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State as Pentecostal pastors, local and international music stars stormed the state from all parts of the country to witness the formal album unveiling of TripleJPlus, the three kid singing sisters born of Dr Abel Damina, the national president of the youth wing of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria.

Kenny G arrives for Mike Aremu

Kenny G arrives for Mike Aremu

Jazz maestro Mike Aremu will on Sunday 3 July, 2011 accompanied by co-headliner: phenomenal instrumentalist Kenny G, take to the stage at the Expo Centre of Eko Hotels and Suites for the third edition of the annual jazz concert Sax Appeal.

Dr Sid, Tiwa Savage, others take music to runway

Dr Sid, Tiwa Savage, others take music to runway

Fashion and Entertainment will have a collision of sort come Saturday, July 9 at the Expo Centre, Eko Hotel by 6pm as ‘Music Meets Runway’ makes a dramatic debut. Top 10 Nigerian music artistes will be meeting 10 haute designers whose creativity is easy to relate with on one runway.

Chika Ike ends shopping trip to Europe

Chika Ike ends shopping trip to Europe

Superstar actress Chika Ike who jetted out of the country few weeks ago to observe a break in Europe is back in the country. Her vacation was a round trip to the United States and Europe.

Where is Kenneth Nnebue?

Where is Kenneth Nnebue?

Every lover of Nigerian films will tell you that the film that gave birth to what is today known as Nollywood is “Living in Bondage.” But fate has in one way or the other schemed the man that was behind this great film out of relevance.

Hilda Dokubo resurfaces  in Stigma

Hilda Dokubo resurfaces in Stigma

Almost a decade after she disappeared from the screen, popular Nollywood actress cum politician, Hilda Dokubo, has resurfaced again.