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  • Adekunle Gold, Simi seal marriage with ‘Promise’

    Newly wed singers Adekunle Gold and Simi, have released a track ‘Promise’ to give fans a glimpse of their wedding.

    The song was released on Thursday. In the video, the couple who were dressed in white are seen in an embrace against the setting sun.

    The duo shared the video of the song on their Instagram handles.

    While Simi wrote, “I’ll ride with you till we’re a hundred and forty four”, her husband Adekunle Gold merely attached the link to the video on his handle.

    Read Also: Falz, others react as Adekunle Gold, Simi wed

    On Wednesday, January 9, Adekunle and Simi tied the knot in a private traditional wedding that reportedly had in attendance only 300 guests, including close friends and family members of the couple.

    Despite the fact that fans were happy for the cute couples and wished them well, many of them complained about the fact that the wedding was kept secret.

    According to him, they decided a secret ceremony because it is easy to get lost in the lime light.

  • Adekunle Gold, Simi set to release joint album

    Newly wedded couple and singers, Adekunle Gold, 30, and Simi, are reportedly set to release a new album this year.

    Talent Manager, Bizzle Osikoya hinted this on his twitter page, where he shared an image that jointly credited both artists on a pre-order project not fully revealed with the caption “Joint album coming through there’’.

    The newlywed, who recently got married at a private wedding ceremony and have worked together on a number of singles off their individual projects may be combining forces once again.

    Simi’s “Simisola” released in 2017 had earned her both commercial and critical acclaim, and Adekunle Gold’s 2018 sophomore album, “About 30” also showcased his growth in the industry.

    Adekunle Kosoko, popularly known by his stage name Adekunle Gold, is also a songwriter and graphic designer.

    He has released several singles including “Sade”, “Orente”.

    While, Simisola Bolatito Ogunleye, professionally known and referred to as Simi, 30 started her career as a gospel singer, releasing her debut studio album in 2008 titled “Ogaju’’.

    NAN

  • Simi, Adekunle Gold’s quiet wedding

    After a secret romance, singers Adekunle Gold and Simi, during the week, held their traditional and white wedding ceremonies. The intimate events both held in Lagos with the white wedding taking place at Ilashe Beach. The duo who had been severally linked romantically only publicly declared their love about a month ago. In fact, ‘Orente’, Adekunle Gold’s chart-busting song, was inspired by Simi.

    With their wedding, Adekunle Gold and Simi have toed the path of celebrity couples like Banky W and Adesua Etomi. However, shunning publicity, the couple who had been dating for about a decade banned attendees, as only family members and close friends were reportedly invited to the ceremonies which held on Wednesday at Victoria Island and on Thursday at Ilashe Beach. Some celebrities at the events include Falz, Do2dtun, Smade, Praiz, Olamide, Moelogo, and Pheelz.

    It was also gathered that celebrities were banned from taking pictures or recording videos at the wedding. Fans have, however, pled with the couple to publish their wedding photos.

    Some facts about Simi and Adekunle Gold

      SIMI

    1. She was born as Simisola Bolatito Ogunleye April, 19, 1988 in Lagos, Nigeria.
    2. She started singing at age of 8 and wrote her first song when she was 10 years old
    3. She joined her teenage church choir called “Outstanding Music Group”.
    4. She holds a degree in Mass Communications from the Covenant University and enjoys broadcasting and blogging.
    5. She signed to Oscar Music Production in 2013.
    6. She signed a record deal with X3M Music in 2014.
    7. She released two of her hit singles titled “Tiff” and “E No Go Funny” in 2014 and also got a number of award nominations.
    8. A huge football fan, she supports Manchester United
    9. She released another hit single titled “Jamb Question” which the remix featured the Nigerian rapper, Falz.
    10. She also won the Most Promising Act to Watch award at the 2015 NEA Awards.
    11. Her movie debut is in Kunle Afolayan’s yet-to-be-released ‘Mokalik’

    ADEKUNLE GOLD

    1. He was born Adekunle Kosoko on January 28, 1987 and hails from Lagos Island.
    2. He is a prince of Lagos and member of Kosoko royal house of Lagos.
    3. With three sisters (one late), he is the only son of his parents and Jide Kosoko’s nephew
    4. He wrote his first song at the age of 15 and joined the junior choir of his church.
    5. He has an HND in Arts and Design from the Lagos State Polytechnic while majoring in Graphics.
    6. Adekunle added Gold to his name after a session in church with the inspiration coming from an excerpt of the pastor’s preaching.
    7. He was a member of a boys band called The Bridge.
    8. The group dropped a couple of singles and featured acts like Skales and GT the guitarman before it was disbanded.
    9. He designed YBNL’s official logo.
    10. He got the moniker ‘King of Photoshop’ after photo-shopping himself into photos of popular celebs
    11. His debut single, ‘Sade’ is actually a cover of One Direction’s ‘Story of my Life’.
    12. The single won the Best alternative song award at the recently held 2015 Headies awards ceremony.
    13. Simi actually helped Adekunle Gold define his style and helped named his genre, ‘Urban Highlife’.
    14. Simi mixed and arranged Adekunle Gold’s three singles, ‘Sade’, ‘Orente’ and ‘Pick Up’.
    15. He won the award for ‘Revelation of the Year’ at the 2015 edition of AFRIMA.
    16. He made his movie debut on Kunle Afolayan’s ‘The CEO’.

  • Falz, others react as Adekunle Gold, Simi wed

    Musicians Folarin ‘Falz’ Falana and Ric Hassani have joined fans to react to the ongoing wedding between Adekunle Gold and Simisola Ogunleye.

    News of the wedding between the two music stars broke on Wednesday morning causing a frenzy on social media.

    Reacting to the news, Falz shared a video (gif) of a young girl with tears running down her cheeks on his Twitter page @Falzthebahdguy which fans found funny.

    At the time of this report, Adekunle Gold, Simi and Falz are the top three trends on Twitter as fans have taken to the social network to congratulate the couple and express their surprise.

    Simi and Adekunle Gold’s continuous denial of their relationship left fans confused until a picture showing them kissing during her sold-out Lagos concert was released few weeks ago.

    Falz was not left out of the discussion as relationship rumours between him and Simi sparked in 2015 after they worked on the hit song ‘Soldier’.

    Read Also: 300 guests for Adekunle Gold, Simi’s wedding

    NAN reports that speculations intensified in 2016 when they released the joint album, ‘Chemistry’ with controversial and intimate cover art.

    Meanwhile, ‘Gentleman’ crooner, Ric Hassani reacted to the news in an Instagram comment via his page @richassani.

    He said, “They have been dating years before you all knew what was going on. I have known each of them about ten years now. Privacy is the best.”

    Also, fans of the two singers have flooded social media with congratulatory messages while they draw lessons from the privacy and simplicity of the relationship.

    @Frank_LeanXV tweeted, “Simi and Adekunle Gold are getting married. How? When? Whaattttttt? Falz? Where? Congratulations to them.”

    @Sire__Iretomiwa said, “Congratulations to Adekunle Gold and Simi on their wedding today. God bless your union.”

    @iSlimfit said, “I heard Simi and Adekunle Gold are getting married today and they invited just about 300 guests! Las las, Wedding no be concert! I have gotten inspiration!”

    @Adonasofficial tweeted, “After being through the worse together, Adekunle Gold and Simi sets for the better days ahead. Congratulations.”

    @Engr_Series said, “Simi and Adekunle Gold’s wedding today? No one saw this coming… They’re my fav’ couple already.”

    @EzraelAni tweeted, “Now that Simi and Adekunle Gold are finally getting married, Simi’s full name will now be “Simi Gold” right?”

    The white wedding has reportedly been scheduled to hold on Jan. 10, with only 300 lucky invited guests billed to witness the epoch making event at Ilashe Beach.

  • 300 guests for Adekunle Gold, Simi’s wedding

    Singers, Adekunle Gold and Simi are reportedly set to wed three weeks after their secret wedding introduction in Lagos.

    The lovebirds had their ‘secret wedding introduction’ recently.

    The gist which is currently trending on various social media platforms on Wednesday has it that the event will kick-off with the traditional marriage.

    Read Also: Don Jazzy says Mavin Records label doing fine

    While their white wedding has been scheduled to hold on Jan. 10, with only 300 lucky invited guests billed to witness the epoch making event at Ilashe Beach.

    In December 2018, the lovebirds became the talk of the town after Simi shared a photo of themselves kissing on stage during her big moment where she shared the stage with Adekunle Gold at her concert.

  • Adekunle Gold cries as dad becomes Lagos perm sec

    Singer Adekunle Kosoko, who is popularly known as Adekunle Gold has revealed that he cried when his father was sworn as Tutor General and Permanent Secretary for Education in Lagos.

    Highlighting the story of how his father studied Fine Arts at the University of Benin and how he practiced on his Instagram account, Gold shared his story.

    “Growing up, I watched my dad worked so hard for too little,” Gold wrote.

    “Teachers weren’t big earners. But my dad, with the help of my mum, provided everything all 4 of us needed – maybe not wanted, but definitely needed.

    “I remember when my dad went to Uniben for his first degree. My sisters and I were very young, and communication with him was pretty much impossible, because it was before the era of cellphones. We only saw him when he had school breaks.

    “He finished as the best in his class with a distinction in Fine Arts, Painting & Graphics Major. He was part of the team that co-wrote the module for teachers at one time. Everyday, after his primary assignment as a Fine Arts teacher in Keke High School (Agege), he would go to Teachers’ College to teach other teachers.

    “He was willing to do whatever it would take to make extra money to fend for us and build a house for us to live in. I almost forgot – he is a published writer. Brilliant Man!

    “My dad didn’t literally sit me down to teach me great values and diligence. Luckily, he didn’t have to, because I saw it in him everyday.

    “He has given so much of himself, and truly values the opportunity to be serving the government and every school he’s worked at as either teacher, VP or principal. He’s won about 30 awards for his selfless service to the state. My Dad. A Man!

    “A man that refuses to cut corners, believes in hard work and is known for his integrity. He always said to me; “Your name is precious, you must protect it!”

    “Hard as it might be to believe, I can honestly say I’ve never seen him disobey traffic rules or give bribe.

    “When other principals allowed people use their schools for special centres, my dad said no. He said – “I have been in service for far too long to let quick money ruin my reputation.” His dream has always been to become a Permanent Secretary of Lagos state. It was his dream, it was also mine for him.

    “In this moment, this 56 year old brilliant man’s dream is now his reality. Today, I sat in the audience, and I listened as they read out loud, his achievements. I watched as he was sworn in as a Tutor General/Permanent Secretary for Education.

    “So I cried today, but they were happy tears.”

    Before embracing fame as a singer, Adekunle Gold studied Arts and Design at the Lagos State Polytechnic.

    Adekunle Gold was dubbed the “King of Photoshop” after posting an edited Photoshop image of him hugging Tiwa Savage. He has also photoshopped himself with other celebrities.

  • ADEKUNLE GOLD ENDS 2018 WITH TERRA KULTURE SHOW

    As a way of rounding off 2018, Afro pop singer Adekunle Gold, staged a three day show from Thursday, December 13 to Saturday, December 15 at Terra Kulture, Victoria Island, Lagos.

    The show will end what has been a remarkable year for the singer following the release of his critically acclaimed album ‘About 30’ and a sold out Indigo Arena show in London.

    In true Gold style, the live set will provide fans with the opportunity to catch Adekunle Gold and the 79th element band providing a professional music experience which will focus on undiluted music artistry, stage production, and showmanship.

    The AG Live residency will be produced by U-Live Africa (a division of Universal Music Group Nigeria), Livespot Group, and Venn Agency.

    Head of U-Live Africa [Nigeria office], Adebayo Fatoba, said that “Adekunle Gold is an extremely talented creative who is always looking for new ways to challenge himself and the industry, and deliver out of the box projects. This is something we haven’t seen in Nigeria for a very long time.”

    Adekunle Gold was born Adekunle Kosoko. He released his debut album ‘Gold’ in 2016 and his sophomore album ‘About 30’ in 2018. His hit single ‘Sade’ won him Best Alternative Song at The Headies 2015. He has garnered awards from Nigerian Entertainment Awards (NEAs), Afrima Awards, Beat of Lagos, and many more.

  • ASA to headline Spice Lifestyle Honours

    Spice TV, the number one Fashion and Lifestyle channel in Africa, is set to organise a one-of-a-kind event, the Spice Lifestyle Honours, this month.

    Taking place at Eko Convention Centre of Eko Hotels on the 5th of December 2018, the Spice Lifestyle Honours will feature live music performances, fashion show, awards ceremony and celebrity appearances all in one night.

    International recording artiste, Asa, will headline the star-studded event in a highly anticipated performance that is sure to thrill guests as she serenades with her soulful voice and hit songs. Other notable artists billed to perform include Bez, Adekunle Gold and Falana.

    The fashion show will see some of the best designers in Africa showcase their pieces on the runway such as Chulaap (South Africa), Orapeleng (South Africa), Osei Duro (Ghana), David Tlale (South Africa), Kenneth Ize (Nigeria) and Torlowei (Nigeria); creator of the first piece of Couture to be accepted into the permanent collection of The Smithsonian Institute’s National Museum of African Art.

  • Performances that make the difference at AMVCA 2018

    No one has ever doubted Cobhams Asuquo’s legendary status in the Nigerian music sphere but he decided to refresh fans’ memories at the 2018 edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards. From Adekunle Gold’s groovy performance to Falz’s high energy display, the night was not lacking in spectacle and Mr. Asuquo’s acoustic delivery brought a whole new energy to the AMVCA stage.

    The show was off to bright start with a special cultural performance by the SEKI traditional dance troupe. Their ‘kaleidoscopesque’ costumes glistened as they danced and sang their hearts away on the brilliantly lit stage. Adekunle Gold’s colorful Afrobeat instrumentation filled the hall with good vibes and had everyone grooving along. Falz gave  all the pop performance the audience wanted from a big show like the AMVCAs. He came through with everything from backup dancers to flashy costumes and it was an astonishing sight.

    While the men brought the drama, the ladies brought calmness with their powerhouse performances. Award-winning Nigerian soprano, Omo Bello, left everyone in awe with her glass shattering vocals, while Bisola gave a surprisingly emotional performance with her tribute to the film industry’s dearly departed through one of Evanescence’s biggest songs.

    Nigerian producer, singer and songwriter, Cobhams, took to the stage to perform a special version of his single, ‘One Hit’, rewritten just for the AMVCA. Why perform an old song when you can remake it, right? The original version of Cobhams’ ‘One Hit’ name dropped a plethora of move making Nigerian artistes. However, in the AMVCA edition, Asuquo replaced the names of the artistes with names of Nigerian actors.

    Everyone from Omotola Jalade-Ekehinde  to Odunlade Adekola got a special shout-out from Cobhams. The performance was definitely one of the highlights of the star studded show. His  performance not only thoroughly entertained both audiences at home and at the Eko Hotel, it also served as a charming little surprise for all those watching.

  • Mayorkun, Falz, Simi & Adekunle Gold Live @ NickFest 2018

    Performing on the NickFest stage this year are A-list Nigerian musical acts such as Mayorkun, Falz, Simi and Adekunle Gold, the organisers have said.

    The Celebrity Slime Challenge will be the highlight of NickFest as popular personalities are slimed green in an effort to raise both awareness and funds for children support through NGO projects in Nigeria.

    Apart from creating an opportunity for attendees to give to a good cause, NickFest serves as an avenue for children to have fun with their favourite Nickelodeon characters and for adults to let loose and unleash their inner child.

    This year NickFest will welcome more than 4,000 children and families to the Federal Palace Hotel, transforming the venue into a bright orange Nickelodeon and Maltina fun fest.

    Following a successful ‘family-centric’ first year of Nickelodeon in partnership with Maltina, the 2018 edition has now been concluded for  a two-day entertainment filled second edition of NickFest in Nigeria

    This year, the entertainment packed event welcomes associate sponsors Indomie and DStv Nigeria who will be joining in on the fun by creating additional experience zones. TV personality, Ikponmwosa “IK” Osakioduwa returns as a host, joined by Nigeria’s Got Talent maiden edition winner, Amarachi as a co-host.

    Tickets are available at Afritickets for N5,000 each day for adults and children three-years and above, while kids under the age of two have free access to the Federal Palace on Saturday, 29 September and Sunday, 30 September.

    Families can anticipate performances by Nickelodeon’s superstar characters:  SpongeBob Square Pants; Adventure Bay’s intrepid pups, Skye, Rubble Marshall and Chase from Paw Patrol; the energetic Dora the Explorer with her animal rescuer cousin, Diego and her best pal, Boots. The genies who can solve any problem, Shimmer and Shine, are also part of the amazing character lineup and there will be surprise performances by some of Africa’s adored entertainers.

    Crowd at the nickfest event 2017.