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  • Odumodublvck: Davido, Wizkid played key roles in my rise to fame

    Odumodublvck: Davido, Wizkid played key roles in my rise to fame

    Rapper Odumodublvck has revealed in an interview on the Afrobeats Podcast,  the significant roles Davido and Wizkid played in his rise to stardom.

    According to Odumodublvck, Wizkid was the first major Nigerian artist to share his music, posting his song “Picanto” and later “Declan Rice”, which became an instant hit.

    Wizkid’s endorsement drove mass attention to Odumodublvck’s music, propelling him from relative obscurity to fame.

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    “In Nigeria, Wizkid was the first major artist to post my music. He posted picanto…Then after I dropped ‘Declan Rice’, he posted the song and there’s also a video of him vibing to the song”, he said.

    Odumodublvck also expressed his gratitude to Davido, who chose to help him when he didn’t have to.

    The rapper praised Davido’s kindness and generosity, stating that he will always appreciate his support.

    “David (Davido) is someone who helped me when he didn’t need to. So there’s no way I will say anything bad about him even if I have the chance to”, he said.

  • Nigerian lady recounts arrest in UK for saying ‘drugs’ instead of ‘medication’

    Nigerian lady recounts arrest in UK for saying ‘drugs’ instead of ‘medication’

    A Nigerian woman residing in the United Kingdom has shared a startling experience where she was arrested and detained due to a misunderstanding stemming from her use of the word “drugs” instead of “medications”.

    In a widely-circulated TikTok video, the woman recounted how she had visited a pharmacy to collect medication for her ailing husband.

    During a phone conversation with him, she innocently used the term “drugs” to refer to the medication, unaware that bystanders were misinterpreting her words.

    Shortly thereafter, law enforcement officers arrived and took her into custody, inquiring about the location of the “drugs”.

    The woman clarified that she had meant medications, but her explanation was initially met with skepticism.

    She was subsequently transported to a police station, where she was detained and subjected to questioning.

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    The authorities even conducted a search of her residence before ultimately releasing her.

    The woman humorously attributed her ordeal to her “Nigerian English”.

    Recounting the incident via a video on her TikTok handle, she said: “I got arrested yesterday, last night, and got detained. Now, I am going home. Story time. So, yesterday, I went to the pharmacy to get some drugs for my husband.

    “Then, when I got it finish, I was on call to say, ‘Ah, I got the drugs, I got two drugs for you. So, when I get home, when you use it, you are going to be strong.’

    “Ok. Not knowing people closer to me were like, ‘drugs, drugs, drugs,’ but I wasn’t bothered ’cause I felt I didn’t do anything wrong. Before I knew it, the police came. When they came, they were like, ‘where are the drugs.’

    “And I said what drugs? This (displaying the medications she got) was literally what I was referring to as drugs, because I went to get this for my husband because he wasn’t feeling well. I told them ‘oh drugs, I meant this. Then they said ‘medication’, I said ‘Yes’. They didn’t believe me anyways.

    “They took me to the police station. They detained me. They asked me questions.

    “They didn’t release me until they had searched my house. This Nigerian English is not just putting me into trouble, but in big mess.”

  • Saraki congratulates son’s first Grammy award win

    Saraki congratulates son’s first Grammy award win

    Former Nigerian Senate President Bukola Saraki has congratulated his son, Seni after winning his first Grammy Award.

    The award was given for his contribution to the Bob Marley: One Love soundtrack, which took home the award for Best Reggae Album at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards.

    Bukola Saraki expressed his pride and joy on social media platform X, congratulating his son on his achievement.

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    “Congratulations, Seni, on winning your first Grammy last night for your work on the Bob Marley: One Love soundtrack, which took home the award for Best Reggae Album! Seeing you pour your heart into your passion and having it recognised on the global stage is an indescribable joy. Well done! We are super proud of you!”, he said.

    Seni Saraki also shared his gratitude, thanking the talented artists and producers who worked on the project, including Nigerian musicians Wizkid and Bloody Civilian.

    He appreciated their bravery in taking on the project and reinterpreting Bob Marley’s iconic songs in their own unique way.

    This achievement is not Seni’s first major industry recognition.

    In 2023, the Black Panther: Wakanda Forever soundtrack, which he worked on as a music consultant, earned four Grammy nominations.

    As the CEO of The Native, a Lagos-based music magazine, Seni continues to champion African sounds and culture.

    The Bob Marley: One Love soundtrack is a part of a biographical film that explores the life of the reggae icon, highlighting his journey and the revolutionary music that has inspired generations. 

  • Child’s first enemy is an unhealed parent, says Yomi Fabiyi 

    Child’s first enemy is an unhealed parent, says Yomi Fabiyi 

    Actor and filmmaker Yomi Fabiyi has highlighted the negative impact of unhealed parents on their children, stating that a child’s first enemy is often a parent with unresolved issues.

    In a post on Instagram, Fabiyi noted that some parents, due to their emotional wounds, engage in harmful behaviours such as lying, blackmail, and cruelty, ultimately affecting their children’s well-being and happiness.

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    “A child’s first enemy is an unhealed parent. Some parents are enemies of their children. They engage in terrible lies, blackmail, and dirty wickedness in their favor at the expense of their children. Children beware”, he wrote.

  • I experienced racism living in Nigeria, Carolyna Hutchings claims

    I experienced racism living in Nigeria, Carolyna Hutchings claims

    Scottish-Nigerian actress Carolyna Hutchings has shared her struggles with racism while growing up in Nigeria as a mixed-race child.

    In a recent interview with Arise TV, Hutchings revealed that she faced bullying and racism throughout her primary and secondary school years due to her skin colour and hair texture.

    Hutchings also spoke about experiencing racism in the workplace, despite her impressive educational background, which includes an MBA, MSA in international law, and a Doctorate.

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    She shared that as a beautiful, mixed-race woman, she often faced criticism and stigma, particularly as a divorcee.

    However, Hutchings emphasised that she has developed a thick skin and persevered through these challenges.

    Hutchings said: “As a mixed-race living in Nigeria, who was brought up by her grandmom, I faced a lot of racism. The colour of my skin and the texture of my hair were a big problem for me. I was bullied all through primary school to secondary school. So I had to learn how to defend myself.

    “I also suffered racism at my workplace. I’m such a scholar. I have an MBA and MSA in international law. I have a lot of professional certificates from Lagos Business School from Unilag. I have a lot of certificates. I have a Doctorate as well. So when you speak and you’re a beautiful mixed-race woman, you tend to get bashed. In this society, I went through that. I also faced the stigmatisation of being a divorcee. I have built a thick skin for myself.”

  • Davido Congratulates Tems, Chris Brown on Grammy wins

    Davido Congratulates Tems, Chris Brown on Grammy wins

    Music superstar Davido has congratulated Tems and Chris Brown on their respective wins at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards.

    Tems, who won the award for Best African Music Performance, was nominated alongside Davido, Asake, Wizkid, Burna Boy, and Yemi Alade, among other talented African artists.

    On his social media, Davido praised Tems, calling her the “Queen” and expressing his pride in her achievement.

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    Meanwhile, Chris Brown won the award for Best R&B Album for his project ’11:11 (Deluxe)’.

    Davido, who collaborated with Chris Brown on the track “Sensational”, congratulated the American singer on his win.

    Davido’s congratulatory message reads: “Congratulations to my one and only ! @chrisbrown ! And to the Queen @temsbaby we are proud of you!”

  • Jimmy Carter wins posthumous Grammy Award for ‘Best Audiobook Narration’

    Jimmy Carter wins posthumous Grammy Award for ‘Best Audiobook Narration’

    The late Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, has won a posthumous Grammy Award for Best Audiobook, Narration, and Storytelling Recording.

    Carter’s award-winning audiobook, “Last Sundays in Plains: A Centennial Celebration,” features his final Sunday school lessons in Georgia, where he shares his insights on love, kindness, forgiveness, and the afterlife.

    The audiobook, released in August 2024, also includes music from notable artists such as Darius Rucker, Jon Batiste, and LeAnn Rimes.

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    Carter’s grandson, Jason Carter, accepted the award on his behalf, praising the recognition of his grandfather’s work.

    Carter’s previous Grammy wins were for “Faith – A Journey for All” (2019), “A Full Life: Reflections at 90” (2016), and “Our Endangered Values: America’s Moral Crisis” (2007).

    He had been nominated for a total of 10 Grammys throughout his career and won four. 

  • 67TH GRAMMY: Tems beats Wizkid, Davido, others, wins Best African Music Performance award

    67TH GRAMMY: Tems beats Wizkid, Davido, others, wins Best African Music Performance award

    Afrobeats singer Tems wins the award for Best African Music Performance at the 67th Grammy Awards, beating out a talented lineup of fellow Nigerian artists.

    Tems’ win marked a historic moment for Nigerian music, with the country’s artists dominating the nominations in the category.

    The singer’s victory was met with widespread celebration from fans and industry insiders alike.

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    The Best African Music Performance category, introduced last year, was won by South African star Tyla for her hit single “Water”.

    This year’s nominees included Yemi Alade’s “Tomorrow”, Asake and Wizkid’s “MMS”, Chris Brown’s “Sensational” featuring Davido and Lojay, and Burna Boy’s “Higher”.

  • 67TH GRAMMY: Kendrick Lamar wins three awards with ‘Not Like Us’ 

    67TH GRAMMY: Kendrick Lamar wins three awards with ‘Not Like Us’ 

    American rapper Kendrick Lamar made history at the 67th Grammys, sweeping three awards in the rap categories with his diss track “Not Like Us”.

    He took home awards for Best Rap Song, Best Rap Performance, and Best Music Video, bringing his total Grammy wins to 20.

    This achievement solidifies his position as one of the most awarded hip-hop artists, just behind Jay-Z and Kanye West, who both have 24 Grammy wins.

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    “Not Like Us” was a pivotal track in Kendrick Lamar’s highly publicised feud with Drake, and its commercial success was unmatched. 

    It’s worth noting that “Not Like Us” made history as the first diss track to win multiple Grammy awards.

  • Yemi Alade receives 67th Grammy nominees medal

    Yemi Alade receives 67th Grammy nominees medal

    Afrobeats singer Yemi Alade has excitedly unveiled her Grammy nominees Medal on social media.

    The medal was presented to her at the Special Merit Awards Ceremony and Nominees Reception, ahead of the 67th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California.

    Overwhelmed with excitement, Yemi Alade shared her gratitude and surprise at being nominated, saying it felt like a dream.

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    Her fans and fellow celebrities have flooded her with congratulatory messages, praising her achievement and proud representation of Nigerian music globally.

    “Somebody Pinch me. I have received my Grammy Nominee Medal at the Special Merit Awards Ceremony, and Nominees Reception for the 67th Annual GRAMMY Awards in Los Angeles, California,” Yemi Alade wrote.