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Category: Entertainment

  • Jasmine Bruce not in a hurry

    Jamine Murray Bruce, daughter of the founder and chairman of the Silverbird Group, Ben Murray Bruce, has taken a leave of absence from the social scene, giving the media no chance for headlines. The CEO of Monae Spa, a beauty outfit located within the premises of Silverbird Galleria, Victoria Island, Lagos, has managed to grow one of the hottest spas in the city, which has virtually become the convergent point for A-list celebrities.

    While Jasmine is not a regular face on the social scene, her interactions with the circle of elites has slowly but surely granted her a spot on the social radar. However, the soft-spoken beauty has not been spotted at any social function lately. But some say it could be because she does not necessarily crave the attention that comes with her personality and she is also skilled at concealing her identity as much as she can in a crowded setting.

    The graduate of Communication from Chapman University also has a good eye for business. Toeing her father’s path in entertainment and broadcasting, she has been a beneficiary of her father’s empire as she also works with Silverbird. She was said to have graduated in flying colours from one of the Ivy League universities in the United States, after which she headed back home and ventured into business.

    Still single, she was once rumoured to be in a serious relationship with popular music act, D’Banj. But all that appears to have lived and died in the realm of speculation.

  • Praiz celebrates debut album

    Praiz celebrates debut album

    WITH Rich and Famous, X3M Misic signee, Praiz, has launched himself into the family of music album artistes.

    The work which was released on December 14 came after years of chart topping singles, featuring hits such as Mercy, Rich & Famous and several other new songs.

    The album which is split in 2 parts  Rich Praiz and Famous Praiz – has on it some of the biggest names in the Nigerian music industry, including Wizkid, Patoranking, Iyanya, Sheyi Shay, BEZ, Sound Sultan and Cobhams Asuquo.

    “It’s been a long time coming and I know fans have been waiting patiently and anticipating this album release. Well, it’s finally here and I’m really excited about it and I know my fans are not going to be disappointed,” said the singer.

    Other stars on the album are Awilo Logomba, Shaydee, Chidinma, Kayswitch, King, Skales Morell and Iceberg Slim, Wande Baloy and Sammy.

  • Label unveils Room 25 today

    VANES Entertainment music label, will today, unveil sensational duo; Asin Tosan (D’Chaze) and Lawal Jubril ( Corporate Junior), a group known as Room 25, at a glamorous ceremony taking place at trendy club, Escape, in Victoria Island, Lagos.

    It will be recalled that the singers had released their first single, Battery Go Low, to critical acclaim, on December 13.

    Described as a club banger, the song, written by Room 25 and produced by award-winning music producer, Soso Beat for Omo Obasuyi’s Vanes Entertainment record label, pundits say is an impressive start for the burgeoning artistes.

    The artistes are undergraduates of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State came together to form the group.

    “We are excited to be signed to Vanes, the prospects and the vision is so encouraging. What we have seen and gotten so far is indeed a reassurance that we made the right decision to team up with Vanes. Battery Go Low is already making appreciable impact days after it was released. We are excited. Watch out for our album,” said the duo.

    Obasuyi, a U.S.-based businessman and CEO of Vanes Entertainment, said his foray into the entertainment business was inspired by his wife, who encouraged him to forge ahead, in the midst of challenges and help make Nigerian music industry to take the number one spot.

    “Vanes Entertainment is committed to giving the best. No price is too much to pay to be the best. Our studio is top of the range, our producer is an award-winner respected in the industry and our artistes are challenged enough to give their best to earn the first spot. I humbly say, we are here now to cause a stir,” he said.

  • Deola drops Sagoe as surname

    Deola drops Sagoe as surname

    Not a few people had expected it since her marriage to Koffi Sagoe crashed a few years ago. It is now official that Deola has dropped Sagoe as her surname and reverted to her maiden name. During the just concluded 2014 New York Fashion Week where Deola had her first solo exhibition, she had announced that she would be changing her brand name to just Deola, but many thought the change was meant only for her brand.

    In fact, some of her fans had murmured in protest when the announcement was made because they were used to DS, which is short for Deola Sagoe. It has now emerged that the change is all encompassing, covering both her business and family life. People who have had cause to sign business papers with her hinted that she now signs Adeojo as her official name.

    The development no doubt spells the end of an era for her matrimonial life. The mother of three is one of the most renowned Nigerian designers. With over 25 years of a sterling career, she has come up with amazing designs, most of which have ended up in the wardrobes of fashion icons and celebrities, among whom are Nike Oshinowo, Genevieve Nnaji and Ojy Okpe, to name a few.

    Adeola is reputed as one of the few African designers who use mainly African models to show case her line.

  • Banke Balogun gets busy

    UNTIL a few years ago, Banke Balogun, nee Alakija, ranked among the hottest bachelorettes in town. But since she got married to Ladi Balogun, she has reduced her social outings such that she is no longer a common face in the Lagos social space, even though she still graces some events in the company of Ladi Balogun, her busy husband and Mana‎ging Director of First City Monument Bank. Banke now prefers to spend quality time with her immediate family.

    Many have adduced her virtual disappearance from the social scene to the pressure of raising her children. A close family source said she has cut down on her public appearances in order to take very good care of her kids.

    Removed from the flurry associated with the party arena, Banke has settled into her role as a wife and mother and is making a good job of it. This is opposed to the baseless talk that all is not well at the home front. Hers is one silver spoon marriage that has survived the test of time and is waxing stronger by the day.

  • Funke Fowler on the back stage

    Funke Fowler on the back stage

    Funke Fowler, the delectable daughter of Lagos revenue boss, Babatunde Fowler, appears to have favoured her privacy over the glamour of the social scene lately. Her only noticeable appearance at a public social function in recent times was her classy birthday in August, where she hosted intimate friends and family members to an exquisite dinner.

    The birthday celebration had set tongues wagging with the conspicuous absence of her estranged husband, Abi Kuku, son of the Ogbeni Oja of Ijebuland, Chief Bayo Kuku. The estranged lovers had been joined in a royal wedding about three years ago, and the wedding was widely acclaimed as one of the most elaborate weddings of the year. A specially built marquee was said to have been made for their engagement in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, costing well over a million dollars.

    Their union reportedly went into distress a few months later, forcing Funke to become less interested in parties, including high-octane ones. Sources close to her said the CEO of Leila Fowler Boutique has been busy enlarging her business.

  • Juliet Ibrahim releases new track

    Juliet Ibrahim releases new track

    Ghanian Actress Juliet Ibrahim famous for her beauty and messy divorce has premiered her 4th music track tilted Sholala and new promo pics.

    Produced by Sammie Balcc and featuring reggae artist Chris Pardie Jnr aka Amon

     

    Watch below and let us know your thoughts

  • Stevie Wonder welcomes 9th child

    Stevie Wonder welcomes 9th child

    Stevie Wonder music veteran has welcomed a baby girl with his girlfriend Tomeeka Robyn Bracy and they have named their daughter Nia.

    Nia is the second child for the couple and Stevie Wonder’s 9th child, according to his reps to US Weekly.

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    The 64-year-old musician is a dad to seven other children from previous relationships.

    The 64-year-old singer confirmed he would be a father again in an interview with The View last month after he was asked to set the record straight that he was expecting triplets.

    He said, ‘I got, how many, 22 kids? It’s not true. The truth is we’re going to have a wonderful daughter, born in December, [and her] name is going to be Nia, which is [means] purpose’

     

  • Photos from Ibinabo Fiberesima wedding

    Photos from Ibinabo Fiberesima wedding

    Actor’s Guild of Nigeria (AGN) President Ibinabo Fiberesima and Uche Egbuka is finally married. Her traditional wedding held yesterday in Okrika, Rivers State.

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    The ex-beauty queen and mother of 5 has never been married.
    She had earlier announced her engagement on Twitter referring to him as her husband.

    Don’t get it twisted,Love is a beautiful thing. I love you benjamin my husband.

    — Ibinabo Fiberesima (@ibiliciousxx) October 27, 2014

  • MultiChoice to sowcase three Nigerian festivals

    MultiChoice to sowcase three Nigerian festivals

    Living up to its bid on current happenstances, management of Pay TV channel, GOtv, have promised to boost content this yuletide season, with special broadcast of some of the best Nigerian festivals on GOtv Plus channel 29.

    The plan, according to the company, is to feature the select events of 2014 from Friday December 19 to January 1, 2015 on its special event pop-up channel, starting with the sixth edition of the Akwa Ibom Christmas Concert from December 19 to 21.

    The concert will feature a top line-up of artistes, including a 200-man Ibom Choral and Orchestra as well as renowned five-time Grammy Award-winning singer, Israel Houghton and South African gospel legend, Lionel Peterson. International worship leaders, Sinach and Nigerian gospel rock artiste Frank Edwards will also form part of the entertainment lineup.

    Known as Africa’s biggest street party, the annual Calabar Carnival, which celebrates its 10thyear, will air from the 26 to 29 December.

    The musical concert, which takes place on the streets of Calabar, the Cross River State capital, features top Nigerian artistes plus a parade of colourful costumes, dancers, elaborate floats, all interpreting this year’s theme, Celebration Time.

    The on-screen festivities will culminate in the Lagos Countdown to the New Year from December 29 to January 1, 2015, where viewers will join the city of Lagos as it counts down to 2015 with a massive concert featuring top artistes and a spectacular fireworks.