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  • Artistes gear up for ‘Comic Relief with Elder O & Friends’

    Come November 26, Fountain Multi-Purpose Hall, Surulere, will play host to the second edition of comedian, Elder O’s annual comedy show, ‘Comic Relief with Elder O and Friends’.

    Speaking on the show, Elder O said that comedy lovers should expect quality, original and decent jokes.

    “Spontaneity will also be on display too and we are going to show them that comic relief has come to stay. We are parading an array of seasoned rib-crackers. They include Koffi, Owen Gee, Igos, Mc Shakara, Elenu, Senator, Funnybone, Mc Abbey, Josh2funny, Mc Shaggi, Mr Patrick, Edo Charles and Destalker among a host of others. Special guest appearances will be by Okey Bakassi, Charles Inojie and Lolo1 of Wazobia FM,” he said.

    This year, the comedian branded his car for the event because, according to him, he bought the car through the hustle.

    “You know I always brand BRT buses for my events so I just decided to brand my car this time around so that I will join the BRT buses in advertising the show all around Lagos. Now I fill my fuel tank and drive from Surulere to Ketu, stopping at every bus stop pretending as if I am making calls and watching people gather around the car to snap pictures,” he states.

    On why he tagged the ‘Comic Relief with Elder O’, the humour merchant says that it is because of the hard times Nigerians are facing now.

    Just like we make use of comic relief in tragic movies so too I am making use of it for my show. The beauty is that the comic relief is coming at a point where nobody is ‘supposed’ to be smiling so we just have to find a way to smile through our problems,” he adds.

    Red Carpet starts 5pm while main show kicks off by 6pm.

  • Artistes gear up for ‘Comic Relief with Elder O & Friends’

    Come November 26, Fountain Multi-Purpose Hall, Surulere, will play host to the second edition of comedian, Elder O’s annual comedy show, ‘Comic Relief with Elder O and Friends’.

    Speaking on the show, Elder O said that comedy lovers should expect quality, original and decent jokes.

    “Spontaneity will also be on display too and we are going to show them that comic relief has come to stay. We are parading an array of seasoned rib-crackers. They include Koffi, Owen Gee, Igos, Mc Shakara, Elenu, Senator, Funnybone, Mc Abbey, Josh2funny, Mc Shaggi, Mr Patrick, Edo Charles and Destalker among a host of others. Special guest appearances will be by Okey Bakassi, Charles Inojie and Lolo1 of Wazobia FM,” he said.

    This year, the comedian branded his car for the event because, according to him, he bought the car through the hustle.

    “You know I always brand BRT buses for my events so I just decided to brand my car this time around so that I will join the BRT buses in advertising the show all around Lagos. Now I fill my fuel tank and drive from Surulere to Ketu, stopping at every bus stop pretending as if I am making calls and watching people gather around the car to snap pictures,” he states.

    On why he tagged the ‘Comic Relief with Elder O’, the humour merchant says that it is because of the hard times Nigerians are facing now.

    Just like we make use of comic relief in tragic movies so too I am making use of it for my show. The beauty is that the comic relief is coming at a point where nobody is ‘supposed’ to be smiling so we just have to find a way to smile through our problems,” he adds.

    Red Carpet starts 5pm while main show kicks off by 6pm.

  • Twin brothers launch platform for authors, artistes

    Publiseer, a platform that publishes the works of Nigerian authors and artistes for free, has received top reviews by prominent websites and blogs.

    The identical twins, Chidi and Chika Nwaogu, are computer programmers.

    Publiseer has published over 60 books and musical albums on 400 online stores across 100 countries including Holla, a song by Klever Jay.

    They said the platform was informed by the need to expose million of undiscovered talents who lack funds to express themselves in the nation.

    Reacting to the incredible impact of the innovation, Tech Gist Africa said: “The company is built on the belief that every good work deserves to be published and released to the wider masses.

    “To achieve this belief, they created their platform that allows artists and authors to publish their works online for free.”

    Start Up Beat, a Colombian technology news blog, said: “A Nigerian startup under the name of Publiseer provides authors and artistes with a chance to have their work seen by the rest of the world.

    “The platform allows artists and authors to publish their work on Amazon, Play Store and Apple store – free-of-charge.”

    The platform was given a 4.5 rating of 5 by Tech Next.

    “I will give this startup a 4.5 rating of 5, seeing the innovation is another good step in the digitization of Nigeria and is also timely and almost altruistic, although time will tell if it will be truly beneficial to the Nigerian creator.”

    Founders Africa said: “Publiseer is providing a very valuable service that would be useful to many.

    “ With millions of aspiring authors and artistes in Nigeria, who have not been able to get themselves out there as a result of lack of funds, the platform has a lot of potential of making a name for itself and being a go-to place for publishing within a short period of time.”

    The platform has been reviewed by Disrupt Africa, Innovation Village, Tech Moran, Inventive Africa, The Spirited Hub, Page One and a host of others.

  • Artistes celebrate Nigeria at 57

    Artistes celebrate Nigeria at 57

    As Nigeria marks her 57th independence anniversary, a couple of artistes have taken time out to send their goodwill messages to the nation of their birth.

    Prominent among them were Enugu based actresses, the Aneke Twins Chidinma and Chidiebere Aneke, who adorned the national colours, green and white in several attires.

    “Remember…No matter how far you travel, where ever you find yourself, wherever the struggle for a better life takes you, Remember this is who we are…. STRONG, SURVIVOR, SMART,JUST,PRUDENT, GREENWHITEGREEN…..My country, My colour, My PRIDE, My NIGERIA. May God continue to uplift the country’s glory! May God bless our country. Happy birthday our dear country Nigeria. Wishing you a happy Independence Day,” Chidinma posted on her timeline.

    Also celebrating with Nigeria was singer, Timi Dakolo. “HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY MY BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY.. WE ARE ALL WE HAVE.. AND INSPITE OF OUR CHALLENGES.. WE ARE A GREAT NATION.”

    “WE ARE ALL WE HAVE… HAPPY INDEPENDENCE MY GREAT NATION NIGERIA,” he followed up in another post

    In a short video which he posted on Instagram, Nollywood actor, Pope Obumneme Odonwodo, better known as Junior Pope encouraged Nigerians to be grateful for the life they have been given.

    “As you breathe right now, another person takes his last. So I suggest you stop complaining and learn to live your life with you have. Never you be afraid to show what you have because as long as you are happy with what you have, on one else’ opinion matters,” he said.

    “Happy new month, happy independence day, happy Sunday,” he captioned the clip.

    For her part, soulful singer, Simi offered a simple prayer for Nigeria; “Happy birthday. I pray for the days you get what you deserve,” she captured a photograph of the nation’s flag.

    Wazobia FM’s OAP Nedu also wrote; “We are all major stakeholders in the Nigeria project. But, so long as we carry on like it’s not our business, thieving politicians; whose primary interest is the promotion of their selfish agenda for personal gains will continue to have a field day. You have an integral role to play in nation building & national development. Together we can build a greater Nigeria.”

  • Di’ja leads artistes to Kaduna for Salah extravaganza

    Di’ja leads artistes to Kaduna for Salah extravaganza

    Alphatainment Nigeria Limited has concluded plans to treat residents of Kaduna state to a groove tagged Sallah Extravaganza.

    Put together in collaboration with NAF Club Kaduna, organisers say that the event will see Mavin Record artiste, Di’ja as the star attraction while Baba Kingi and his afro dancers will be on hand to also thrill guests with his scintillating reenactment of the Afrobeat legend, Fela.

    Other artistes scheduled to perform at the show are Ibrahim Baba the Funkiest Mallam, Bishop Talk, Alizee, Youngest Oldman. It will also feature other side attractions from notable comedians, musical acts, journey of the dance train from the 60’s to 2017, presentation of awards and a host of others.

    According to the CEO of Alphatainment Nigeria limited, Solomon Nda-Isaiah, the event is put together to celebrate Sallah as well as to bring youths together to preach oneness, togetherness, love and to foster unity amongst all.

    “This is the second show we are holding in Kaduna in just two months and we believe that this will be better and bigger as our partners have really showed support. It’s going to be the best of the best, to me showbiz is inborn it has been part of me since I was born and bred in Kaduna. I started showbiz in the crocodile city and I am back here to give my Kada City the best show they would ever see. I will ensure the people will experience more and more of this. It’s going to be great and 100 per cent groovy,” Nda-Isaiah explained.

    The event is supported by Leadership Newspapers, Glo, Arik Air, and Invicta FM 98.9.

  • Artistes turn out for Hakkunde premiere

    Artistes turn out for Hakkunde premiere

    Genesis Cinema, last Sunday, was a beehive of activities as artistes turned out in the numbers to support feature film debutant, and award winning filmmaker, Oluseyi Asurf as he premiered his first feature film, Hakkunde.

    Shot in Lagos and the northern city of Kaduna, Hakkunde is an intriguing story of a young graduate who battles everything including love, family, discrimination, drug abuse, tradition and insecurity. It follows his journey to self-discovery and actualization.

    The story is characterized by actions and reactions that define the everyday Nigerian society, with its ups and downs and with a particular focus on the life of a job hunting graduate, Akande, who finds himself in the search for a better life.

    Welcoming guests to the premiere which was screened in two cinema halls, Asuf expressed excitement, especially given that Hakkunde is his first feature length film.

    “It is the story of a jobless graduate. This is the first time in my career that I had the opportunity to just go out there and do my thing. I had no knowledge about northern Nigeria before I shot this movie but it turned out to be a wonderful experience for me. I’m so proud of my team; they all worked very hard to make this possible,” he said.

    The film was written by Asurf Oluseyi, Tomi Adesina and Gift Imafidon.

    Among entertainers who graced the premiere were, Yaw, AY Comedian, Yvonne Jegede and her husband, Abounce, Judith Audu, Sambasa Nzeribe, Toyin Abraham, and others.

    In 2016, Asurf won the best short film at AMVCA with his film, A Day with Death. He also won NEA best short film with Hell or High Water.

     

  • Artistes turn out for Western Lotto launch

    Artistes turn out for Western Lotto launch

    A new gaming brand, Western Lotto was officially launched Monday, July 10 with a large assemblage of stars in the entertainment industry lending their support.

    Among the entertainers who graced the unveiling of the brand were Olu Jacobs, Jide Kosoko, Zack Orji Osita Iheme and Chinedu Ikedieze, popularly known as Aki and Pawpaw, Ramsey Noauh, Paul Obazele, Alex Usifo, Dele Odule, Murphy Afolabi, Kemi Afolabi and Sola Kosoko.

    Musicians present included Tuface Idibia and Olamide while comedian Ayo Makun, aka AY was also on ground.

    Olu Jacobs, famous for his portrayal of traditional rulers in  movies, commended Western Lotto for the initiative in bringing international gaming brands to Nigeria “at a time when some people think we should not be dealt with” as a country. He recalled his 20-years stay in the UK and playing the lottery and urged people to play actively.

    According to the Managing Director of Western Lotto, Elvis Krivokuca, the brand offers hope and is committed to altering the landscape of gaming and recreation in Nigeria.

    He stated; “We seek at Western Lotto to create opportunities ultimately in employment, wealth and empowerment for people in Nigeria and across Africa. Patrons will derive fun from the games, while there would be job creation on our extended value-chain of distributors, agents, business centres, portals, and suppliers.”

    He further revealed that Western Lotto entered the market with five international gaming brands; Powerball, Euro Millions, Euro Jackpot, UK Lotto and Mega Millions.

    Krivocuca added, “We pride ourselves in the privacy, dynamism and accessibility that our platform offers. You can play via USSD, mobile apps, online, shops and terminals.”

    Also present at the launch were Senators Ben Murray-Bruce, Magnus Abe, Fatima Raji Rasaki, Honourables Segun Oni and Abdulmojeed Adekoya.

     

  • Dignitaries, artistes throng Faleti’s residence for condolence

    Dignitaries, artistes throng Faleti’s residence for condolence

    Since the news of his death broke on July 23, scholars, academics, traditional rulers, community leaders and major players in the movie and entertainment sector,have been thronging the family residence of the late Pa Adebayo Faleti, to pay condolence to the family of the late literary icon.

    Among those who have visited the late Faleti’s family in Ibadan are veteran actors, Jide Kosoko, Dele Odule, Tunbosun Odunsi, Adebayo Salami and Toyin Adegbola. Others are Dr. Yemi Farounbi, Muyiwa Ige, Tunbosun Oladapo and former chairman of First Bank, Ajibola Afonja.

    Recall that the late Faleti, a prominent broadcaster, administrator, artist, poet and writer, died at the age of 86, according to family records. Family sources said the funeral rites of the deceased will hold between September 5 to 8, 2017 at his home in the town of Oyo, Oyo state.

    During a visit to the residence on Saturday, a former Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, Chief Bolaji Ayorinde, who came in the company of a prominent Yoruba actress, Mrs. Toyin Adegbola, said they were at the Faleti’s residence to convey their condolences to the family.

    Ayorinde was the Chairman, Governing Council of LAUTECH when Faleti was conferred with a honourary doctorate degree by the Ogbomosho based institution. He said that there was no doubt about Faleti’s credential for the honour when he was nominated for the award.

    “He was a man of great integrity, a true Nigerian, Yoruba icon who will be remembered for the good work he did when he was alive. His death is painful but it is also a time for Nigerians to celebrate the true Yoruba son. I decorated him with a honourary doctorate degree and since that time, I have always been interested in everything that he was doing,” he said.

    In her tribute, Adegbola recounted that the deceased Faleti communicated with her on the social media about three weeks ago, around 3:30am. She said, she was forced to ask if he was still awake at the time and that he replied in the affirmative citing the books he was reading as the reason.

    “He told me that he was a writer and that even though he could not write again, he had to continue reading. That was the kind of person he was. He wouldn’t want you to lack anything at all,” she said.

  • Artistes model for Yomi Casual’s ‘Renaissance ‘

    Artistes model for Yomi Casual’s ‘Renaissance ‘

    In preparation for its 10 years of doing business in Nigeria, celebrity stylist, Yomi Casual, over the weekend unveiled his first collection for 2017 titled Renaissance.

    In his usual manner, Nollywood stars Zack Orji, Alex Ekubo, IK Ogbonna and Ebube Nwagbo modelled the piece from the collection.

    According to Yomi, who is the younger brother of Comedian AY, originality is evident in the timeless pieces which reflects elaborate magical details and also meet the consistent expectation of high quality clothing and total comfort.

    “The line includes casual looks as well as more enchanting attires that could be the highlight of your day or night out. Renaissance collection’s unconventional designs is inspired primarily by impeccable art that blends well with nature, marking the rebirth of trend to the modern world,” the designer said.

    Speaking further, he said that he drew the inspiration from different foreign brands like Gucci, Giorgio Armani as well as the African signature of animals.

    “I love animals. In most of my designs, you will notice that I play with animal prints. And they are all reflected in the collection. I tried to get myself out of my comfort zone to do something different. I have taken the African traditional look and made it more modern. That’s what I’ve done in this collection,” he said.

  • 20 artistes compete for ‘Ariya Repete’ crown

    20 artistes compete for ‘Ariya Repete’ crown

    Come Friday, July 14, 20 contestants will slug it out in the semi-finals of Goldberg Ariya Repete traditional music concert scheduled for the MKO Abiola International Stadium, Abeokuta, Ogun State.

    The 12 fuji and eight juju artistes emerged at the quarterfinal which held at Democracy Park, Akure, Ondo State last Friday.

    While Sir Shina Peters, 9ice and Abass Akande Obesere thrilled spectators, the contestants expressed their excitement for qualifying to the next round of the concert and lauded Goldberg for promoting indigenous Yoruba music.

    Funso Ayeni, Senior Brand Manager, Regional Mainstream Brands, Nigerian Breweries Plc congratulated the talented contestants for aspiring to become the future stars of Fuji and Juju music.

    Winners in both the fuji and juju categories will win a grand prize of One million Naira and a recording deal each.

    Ariya Repete which was initiated by Nigerian Breweries Plc, is aimed at promoting Yoruba culture.