Category: Entertainment

With the aim of promoting and protecting the interests of its record company members in the Nigerian music industry, stakeholders have launched a new initiative, The Record Label Proprietors’ Initiative (RELPI).

RELPI, according to the stakeholders, acts as the collective voice for the Nigerian recording industry on issues of policy, protection and enforcement of the intellectual property rights of its members, and engagement with commercial music users, regulators, government, trade associations, etc. in furthering the interests of its members.

The launch and unveiling of RELPI had two panel sessions that dealt with critical issues that affect the recorded music business in Nigeria and Africa.

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The first panel moderated by the RELPI Board Secretary and Partner at Punuka Attorneys and Solicitors, Isioma Idigbe discussed the topic, The Value of Recorded Music and the Role of National Groups presented by the South African National Group, RiSA, Financial Director, Nishal Lalla. On the panel were Sipho Dlamini, President, Gamma Africa and Middle East, Adipo Otieno, Regional Licensing and Policy Lead, SSA, IFPI and speaker, Nishal Lalla.

The second panel moderated by the General Manager of Nigeria’s oldest record company, Premier Records limited, Michael Odiong, treated the topic, Navigating the Changing Landscape of the Recorded Music Industry in the Digital Era – the Role and Value of Record Labels in the Modern Music Ecosystem presented by the MD, UMG Southern and East Africa, Manusha Sarawan. On the panel were the speaker, Manusha Sarawan, Tega Oghenejobo, COO, Mavin Records and Chairman of RELPI, Aibee Abidoye, EVP Chocolate City, Titilope Adesanya, Director of Operations, Empire.

Also present at the event were representative of the DG of the Nigerian Copyright Commission, Lynda Alphaeus, Juliana Oboh-Joseph, Daniel Owolabi, Ikechukwu Onuorah, Foza Fawehinmi, Efe Omorogbe, Obi Asika, Justin Ige, Iredumare Opeyemi, and Angela Ndambuki amongst others.

Nigerian singer Sean Dampte has featured Grammy award-winning artist of Ghanaian origin, Ghetto Boy in his latest single, ‘Go Low.’

The new collaboration was released on August 17, 2023, marking a significant milestone in the musical journey of both artists.

‘Go Low’ is the latest addition to Sean Dampte’s impressive catalogue, which has already seen five strong releases in 2023. These include ‘I Dey Consider,’ ‘For My Head,’ ‘Overdose,’ ‘My Lane,’ and ‘See Finish.’

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Known for his mastery of diverse musical genres and his unwavering commitment to delivering captivating tunes, Sean Dampte showcases his motivation and creative prowess in this sixth instalment.

Head of Media and Strategy for Savage Music Nigeria, Oluwatosin Orisha Adesanya, said Sean Dampte’s collaboration with Ghetto Boy further underscores his ability to seamlessly blend different rhythms and musical elements. “His unique approach to music, often described by his catchphrase “Ariwo ko ni music,” exemplifies his commitment to creating engaging and effortless musical experiences. This ethos extends beyond his captivating music, leaving an indelible legacy for aspiring vocalists and artists who draw inspiration from his innovative journey,” Adesanya said.

Actress Kehinde Bankole has finally spoken on her battle with hair loss and receding hairline.

A couple of days ago, Bankole mulled sharing a secret on something she’d been struggling with.

She noted ‘It was really important that as she’s been dealing with it for years and managing but kept getting worse.’

The movie star detailed her predicament even in a new video where she also revealed the state of her hair to viewers.

She said: “Hey guys, thank you so much for the love after my last post. There’s nothing wrong, it’s just that I need help with my hair. I’m not joking”, she said, turning around to show the back of her head with the hair almost all fallen off.

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“I barely have any to weave anymore. My hair would grow, fall, grow back. And now, when it grows back, it doesn’t grow as full as it was before. I have hair liner receding, it was about here before (indicating the point), full head of hair but now it’s getting scanty; not growing back as it used to before.

“I found a clinic in Lagos, Nigeria, I’m going there. I didn’t know that I could get permanent hair treatment in Nigeria, I know of abroad for sure. And I was thinking the cost will be high but now that I’ve found this place in Lagos, I want my journey to be as transparent as possible. I wanted you to just embolden me, to carry me along because as they say, ‘a woman’s hair is her crown’.

“This is my confidence, this is my beauty. I really would like everything to be restored back. I want you to come along on the journey and I’m encouraging somebody with this to get out from under that wig.”

Famous actress Opeyemi Aiyeola has joyfully returned to social media amid alleged marital issue.

Aiyeola celebrated her son’s graduation to high school on Instagram.

The proud mother of two noted that she has been off Instagram for a few days and back with smiles and a heart full of gratitude.

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“Being off IG for few days now, allow me return with smiles and heart full of gratitude to the divine and human angels. Mummy’s big baby is off to secondary school.

“Oya ow many good news and celebrations ave I missed. Celebrations lobade,” Opeyemi Aiyeola wrote to accompany a shared video on her page.

Veteran Ghanaian actor, John Dumelo has announced the sad demise of his mother.

In a post Wednesday morning, he alerted the general public on the passing of his ‘supporter’ while attaching photos of his mother.

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The dark skinned actor said that although though she died quietly, his heart is broken over the loss.

He wrote: “My heart is broken. My dear mother passed away peacefully yesterday….my number one supporter. Heaven has gained an angel”

Fans and other colleagues have paid tributes to the deceased while consoling the actor via his comment section.

Singer Patoranking has announced his fourth forthcoming album titled: ‘World Best’.

The announcement clips via his Instagram account followed features with popular actress Osas Ighodaro.

‘World Best’ which is set for release on September 6, is Patoranking’s first album in thtee years after the release of his 2020 album ‘Three’ which delivered the hit track ‘Abule’.

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Since the release of his last album ‘Three’ which won the 2022 Headies Best Reggae/Dancehall Album, Patoranking has released several impressive singles including ‘Celebrate Me’, ‘Kolo Kolo’ featuring Diamond Platnumz, ‘Abobi’, and more recently, ‘Tonight’ featuring Popcaan.

His upcoming album can be expected to pack some of these singles and a host of other exciting records.

Patoranking is a popular figure in African music, especially in the Dancehall landscape which he has shaped with his impressive artistry that has won him millions of fans, the admiration of colleagues, and notable awards.

Nigerian Influencer Pamilerin Adegoke has openly appreciated Famous singer Adekunle Gold for crediting his account unexpectedly.

The influencer, who is known largely on Twitter, made this known on his page while accompanying it with a pictorial evidence.

Adekunle randomly credited N250,000 for no reason.

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Pamilerin said Adekunle Gold often wakes up and decides to send him money unprovoked without saying a word.

“He will wake up and send me money unprovoked without saying a word,” he said.

This is one of the good deeds the singer has done as a few weeks back, Adekunle Gold had left many singing his praises with his sweet gesture to a hair vendor.

The hair vendor woke up to the sad news that her shop was burgled and her goods were stolen, and Adekunle Gold who was touched by it, decided to help her.

The hair vendor, took to her Instagram page to make his sweet gesture known as she tearfully expressed gratitude to the singer.

Grammy award-winning singer Burna Boy has ranked himself on the same level with American music legends.

The ‘African Giant’ lamented the lack of faith and belief of Nigerians towards him.

Burna Boy made the assertion in an interview with Los Angeles Times.

The ‘stand tall’ crooner expressed displeasure at how Nigerians often rate upcoming American rappers above him because of the manner in which he speaks on issues.

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According to him, his forthcoming album titled: ‘I Told Them’ is a response to naysayers who have attempted to discredit him at the beginning of his career and now.

Burna Boy also recalled how American songs used to dominate Nigerian media houses’ playlists, but the emergence of Afrobeats has redefined it.

He said: “To this day, there’s many Nigerians who can tell you an American rapper who just started their career, and they’ll say they’re bigger than Burna Boy. They don’t understand it.

“They’ll say, ‘There’s no way someone who talks like me, can even be on the same level as an American artist.”

Reality TV star, Ifu Ennada has delved into some inherent complexities among some individuals.

In a Thread post, she argued people always display dislike towards things or personalities they crave to be but unfortunately can’t.

While expressing her resoluteness to support her colleague, Alex Asogwa aka Alex Unusual to the finish, Ifuennada decried the ‘hate’ towards her fave.

She praised Alex’s personality, describing her as an unpretentious fellow with a pious heart that speaks honestly.

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The BBNaija Season three contestant went on to fire up other supporters of Alex Unusual to vote strictly for her and no one else in order to guarantee at the end of the show which would cause her detractors to ‘shed premium tears’.

She wrote: “People hate what/who they wish to be but can’t. Alex has a pure heart and would always say it like it is.

“She is too real to be a pretender. She can never be one! Guys, stan her even harder! Be selfish with your votes, no more sharing. Focus on Alex alone and push her till the end!

“Ensure she brings that ultimate price home so anyone hating on her will shed premium tears.”