Category: Entertainment

Singer Nwaobori Happy aka Gts 40k has got many music lovers talking about his new single, “Hands Up” which is a hip-hop vibe, which enables him publicly declare his love for the genre

“I’m extremely happy I’m bringing up the hip-hop genre of music back into the mainstream Nigerian music. It has always been my dream to rap and listen to people like 50 Cent, Dr Dre, 2Pac and Snoop Dogg from childhood with Bro Emmy Rich who’s also an artist. That’s where it all got started, then I loved the vibe and started mine. They are my role models,” says Gts 40k

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“It’s been an impressive one seeing my new single, Hands Up, playing at clubs, TV stations, Radios and so on. This is actually motivating for me to keep up the vibe. Nevertheless, I just got over 100k streams via Boomplay without any farm-streams or whatever it’s called, its an evidence my vibe is being played.

“Although I’m grateful and thankful to God Almighty and the fans out there, supporting my brand. It gives me joy, I can’t lie, ” he said.

The Nigerian rapper from Southern Nigeria is Known for his hip-hop / gangsta style of rap music.

He recently set up his own record label known as GTS 40k Entertainment and has been gaining massive airplays all over the globe with his songs.

Popular content creator Maryam ‘Taaoma’ Apaokagi–Greene and Obi Asika have been announced as speakers and panellists at the upcoming second edition of the Nigerian Electronic Media Content Exhibition and Awards (NEMCEA).

 As preparations for the event reach top gear, Alayande Stephen, the Project Director of NEMCEA announced that the second edition has been slated to hold between August 22, 2023, and August 24, 2023.

 At a recent event, Alayande and the project’s team members also unveiled the award plaque and nominees to the media.

Also expected to join Taaoma and Asika are Dr. Olalekan Fadolapo, Somnath Malakar, Mallam Balarabe Ilela, Steve Baba-Eko, Dr. Tunji Sotimirin, Alhaji Adedayo Thomas, and Jibe Ologeh.

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 The conference, as gathered, is to continuously play the role of creating an environment where ideas, discussions and perspectives around the business of TV, Online , Radio, Films and all forms  of electronic content are generated, discussed and resolved for actionable steps.

 On the concept of the theme of the event which is, ‘Reviving the Broadcast Media Industry – the Role of Stakeholders (Content Producers, Broadcast Media and Advertisers,’ Alayande said: “The idea is to continue to engage  stakeholders  from the entire  chain value system of the business. The electronic media business with a bias to TV, radio and online is still very big and massive in Nigeria but we need to look at different business models across the board spectrum of different platforms that the digital space and technology have afforded us today. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has come to stay as part of our lives as human beings, how do we then tap into such for our businesses and maximise the global revolution? The importance of Audience Measurement once again comes to play as one of the most important elements to determine real-time with data-driven proof, the numbers of eyeball/audiences watching a particular programme  across different platforms. This will further help the advertisers, advertising agencies, broadcasters, regulators and content owners and producers, content distributors and aggregators etc to correctly situate programming and content that resonates with the audience , thereby increasing geometrically, the advertising spend in Nigeria. These amongst many others are on the table for consideration and discourse in this year’s event.”

Afrosoul singer and multi-instrumentalist, Uchechi Emelonye is set to release a new single entitled Baby You.

 The new song is coming on the heels of previous successes recorded by her earlier releases like Little Black Bird, Sunrise to Sundown and Underwater, which won the BBC Music Introducing ‘Record of the Year 2022’ in Lancashire, England.

The new single, Baby You is set for release on August 19, 2023.

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 Uchechi Emelonye, in another development, has completed her undergraduate studies in law at the United Kingdom Russel League Lancaster University. 

 There are speculations that this portends positive signs for her music career as she can now concentrate on working on a full album.

 In an earlier interview, the Imo state born artiste had said: “I try to divide my time and compartmentalising it makes it easier to achieve everything. I have found balance in focusing on music on the weekends, during summer and Christmas breaks. On the flip side, I focus intensely on my studies during term time and the weekdays. I hope to release a full album after I have graduated. An album deserves my full attention and creative potential and balancing school right now with that might leave any album I make feeling rushed. An album is coming because as I have said, I am always creating songs.”

UK-based singer Sean Dampte took to mesmerise fans alongside Ghanaian sensations Camidoh and Sista Afiah at the much-awaited YFM Ghana Show.

 The excitement in Accra, Ghana, reached a crescendo when Dampte and others thrilled an enthusiastic crowd of music lovers and fans to witness a night filled with soul-stirring melodies and captivating performances.

 Dampte, known for his soulful and authentic music, treated his Ghanaian fans to an unforgettable night as he performed to the joy and admiration of the audience.

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 The concert marked a special occasion as it coincided with the release of his latest single, See Finish, which has been met with resounding applause from fans and music enthusiasts alike. This weekend, Dampte is also set to release a new single entitled Go Low featuring Grammy award winner, Ghetto Boy.

 With a growing discography of hits that have left an indelible mark on the hearts of listeners, Sean Dampte’s journey in the music industry is a testament to his hard work and artistic brilliance.

 Sean Dampte’s impressive performance at the YFM Ghana Show was just one part of a spectacular night for his Ghanaian fans. The festivities continued as he took the stage at Sixteen Hundred Lounge and London Bar, delivering electrifying performances that left the audience craving for more.

As the countdown continues for his highly anticipated London edition of the live concert, Sean Dampte Live In Concert (SDLIC), scheduled for September 17, 2023, at the Jazz Cafe London, fans around the world eagerly await this remarkable celebration of music and talent.

The organisers of the ‘Drum Festival’ (Ayan-Agalu) in Canada led by Prince Segun Akanni, have awarded dignitaries including Governor Ademola Adeleke, and late Chief Raymond Aleogho Dokpesi, Founder, DAAR Communication for their support and contribution to Yoruba culture and heritage.

 On July 28, the city of Mississauga in Ontario, Canada was agog with the display of Nigeria and Africa’s rich cultural heritage at the maiden edition of The Drum Festival, (Ayan-Agalu).

 With the theme “Rejigging Yoruba Cultural Heritage: As Catalyst for National and International Unity, Progress and Development, the event was attended by eminent personalities, government functionaries, royal fathers, political and religious leaders, cultural enthusiasts, socialites among others, from the North America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Nigeria.

 The maiden edition festival was celebrated uniquely with the massive turnout of tourists, from within Canada and abroad, visitors, fun seekers, journalists, and residents.

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 Various dance groups from Brazil, Iran, Uganda, Kenya, Nigeria communities in Canada and drummers played to the admiration of culture enthusiasts.

Speaking on the event, Akanni said, “There can be no gainsaying that the festival’s theme “Rejigging Yoruba Cultural Heritage as Catalyst for National and International Unity, Progress and Development- The Ayan-Agalu Example” is not only apt but timely given the legion of cultural erosion and neglect of core societal values that has pervaded most African countries, especially among the Yorubas’ of South West in Nigeria.”

 Continuing, Akanni said, “My involvement in the preservation, restoration, promotion of Africa’s and Yoruba cultural heritage and values dates back to over twenty years, an exploit which has taken me to over thirty countries of the world.

 Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau commended Akanni for organising the festival and commitment for cultural exchange saying that Canada is truly a multicultural nation, made stronger and more resilient by  diversity.

 Other awardees are Oba Saheed Ademola Elegushi, Gerry Weiner, Adebo Edward Ogundoyin, Dele Momodu, Musiliu Akinsanya Oluomo, Nura Sani Kangiwa, Dr. Oludare Akande, and Lawal Quadri Obawole.

 In attendance are representative of the Nigerian High Commissioner/Ambassador, His Excellency Adeyinka Asekun, David Toyin Apinran, Oba Adeyemi Abdulkabir Obalanlegen, His Royal Majesty Oba Adekunle Asamu Oyeyemi, HRM Oba Lukman Jayeola Agunbiade, HRM Oba Festus Adekunle Adeyemi, HRM Oba Samuel Olusegun Shobowale Benson, His Royal Majesty Oba Alagbe Adio Moroof, Oba Olanrewaju Ige, and Councillor Ayo Owodunni.

Last July 21, , popular broadcaster, Girl Child Advocate and content creator, Ronke Giwa-Onafuwa hosted parents, friends, educators and other professionals to an exclusive launch of her second book, ‘Lulu Learns’ at the American corner, IACD Library, Jericho, Ibadan.  Lulu Learns is a delightful children’s book that combines captivating storytelling with vibrant illustrations.

 Co-authored by Giwa-Onafuwa’s 5-year-old daughter, Tobani Onafuwa, the book contains two heartwarming tales: ‘Lulu Learns to Be Grateful’ and ‘Lulu Learns to Speak Up.’

 The book launch which was themed “Intentional Parenting” featured a  three man discussion panel that had consultant psychologist, Dr. Jibril Abdulmalik, Founder of The Nest Montessori and Bridge International School, Mrs Oyindamola Ige, Founder of ‘Heart of the Father’ Ministry, Yomi Babalola and was moderated by Damilola Fajinmi.

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 The convener, Ronke Giwa-Onafuwa shared the inspiration behind writing a children’s book saying, “In my quest to raise children who are confident, articulate and kind, I decided very early on to be intentional and then I discovered that with kids, storytelling is a powerful tool for teaching life lessons. More powerful than simply telling them not to do certain things.”

 There was also a book reading session by Tobani Onafuwa, who read a portion of the book, showing off her eloquent diction to the impressed audience.

 The chief launcher, Oyinda Ige admonished parents to imbibe good reading culture in their children especially from an early age saying, “encouraging children to read books ignites creativity, sparks curiosity, and stimulates the imagination.”

 The event also featured young talents like Oreofe Sax, a 12-year-old female saxophonist, and 8-year-old Adigun Olowe Yoruba; one of the youngest chiefs in Africa who can brilliantly recite over a hundred proverbs in Yoruba and English off hand.