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  • Asake, Kizz Daniel, Chike sign multi-million Naira deals with Glo

    Asake, Kizz Daniel, Chike sign multi-million Naira deals with Glo

    Globacom has signed a multi-million Naira deal with Afrobeats stars, Asake, Kizz Daniel, and Chike.

    On Friday, September 29, the trio of Ahmed Ololade, a.k.a Asake; Oluwatobiloba Anidugbe Daniel popularly known as Kizz Daniel, and Chike Ezekpeazu Osebuka inked the deals at the Michael Adenuga Towers on Victoria Island, Lagos.

    Though none of the singers revealed the amount for which they were signed by the telecom giant, sources revealed that it runs into hundreds of millions of Naira.

    Asake, a graduate of Theatre Arts from  Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife, Osun State; Kizz Daniel, a degree holder in Water Engineering from the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Ogun State and  Chike, a Computer Engineering graduate of Covenant University, Ota, Ogun State were signed to the Glo family amidst pomp and glee.

    Read Also: Why I adopted my mom’s name professionally – Asake

    Globacom noted the announcement of the three brand ambassadors as part of its celebration of the 20th anniversary of Glo and added that it appointed the new ambassadors.

    It stated: “To project the power of youth and enterprise and how much they can achieve with the right focus, passion, and dedication that can come from seeing others who have succeeded. This is very much part of our tradition as we believe the strength of a nation lies in the ability and potentials of its youth”.

    “The engagement of these three stars as ambassadors “is meant to project the best Nigerians as models for younger people who are tirelessly aspiring to succeed. This is more important in an era where positive heroes and mentors are scarce and hard to come by. The intention is not just to promote the growth of music, Nollywood, and sports where we have been very prominent, but also to encourage our teeming youths to aspire toward realizing their dreams by looking up to these ambassadors as mentors”, the company disclosed.

    While congratulating the new ambassadors, Globacom urged youths not to relent until they achieve their dreams like Asake, Kizz Daniel, and Chike. It added that  “this is our way of inspiring a whole generation of young people with vision who can do better and achieve more without losing hope along the way, even when confronted with challenges.”

  • Why I adopted my mom’s name professionally – Asake

    Why I adopted my mom’s name professionally – Asake

    Award-winning singer, Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, has disclosed his alias is his mother’s name as he shared the reason for adopting it professionally.

    The YBNL signee’s stage name is generally considered feminine which has led many social media users to question why he chose it.

    In a recent interview, the Afro-fusion act explained he chose to use his mother’s name as his stage identity.

    Speaking with CNN, Mr Money mentioned his mother’s name was adopted by him during his university days, adding that his friends prompted it.

    Read Also: Why I chose music over dance – Asake

    He explained that besides loving his mom and being identified with her by embracing her name, he also loved savouring the feeling of shock from the crowd whenever he appeared on stage after being introduced, seeing they often expect to behold a lady.

    He said: “My friends started using it to play with me, and they said, ‘Omo Asake, omo Asake, Asake came yesterday’ and you know students can be funny. So at the end of the day they removed the ‘omo’ and started calling me Asake.

    “So it’s so easy for me [to adopt the name] because when I’m introduced on stage, people expect a beautiful lady or a nice girl. I just like the feeling and the shock on their faces.

    “Also, I love my mother and the fact that people call my mother’s name through me.”

  • Why I chose music over dance – Asake

    Why I chose music over dance – Asake

    Afro-fusion artist, Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, reiterated that his choice of pursuing music over dancing was driven by his financial aspirations.

    Also known as ‘Mr Money’, the singer clarified in an interview that he opted for a music career as he was uncertain if dancing would yield the financial success he aimed for.

     He said: “The main reason why I left dance is for the love of money. I know I want to be very honest. Dance is something that I love. I can’t even do without moving, but I feel like the kind of money I want, I’m not sure dance can give me.”

    Asake emphasised the significance of integrating music with dance, stating that one without the other could be perceived as dull.

    However, he reiterated his preference for music over dance due to his strong desire for financial success.

    He noted: “I think both music and dance work together because in a video without a dancer, it’s like this song is boring.

    “Even if you want to make it so gangster-like and there are so many people bumping, you still need to use the dancers. So, as they work together, I think for the love of money, I’d rather be singing.”

    Read Also: Why I chose my mother’s name as stage name- Asake

    When questioned about whether he would pursue dancing if it brought significant success, Asake responded that he would opt to do both simultaneously, maximizing his potential to earn more money.

    He added laughing: “No, I would join music and dance together so I will have more money.”

    Earlier in the year, the Dramatic Arts graduate said as a youngster, his love for dancing and everything about dance informed his decision to study it in school and even forge a career out of it.

    He, however, admitted a slight change was introduced along the way when he ultimately fell in love with ‘having money too’.

    Mr Money confessed the desire to make as much money as he wanted to influence his decision to embrace a career as a singer which he gets to combine with his first love, dancing.

  • Why I chose my mother’s name as stage name- Asake

    Why I chose my mother’s name as stage name- Asake

    Famous singer Ahmed Ololade aka Asake, has examined why he adopted bis mother’s name as stage name. 

    The singer said he decided to go by the stage name because it was cool.

    “My stage name is actually my mother’s. While I was in the cultural group, people used to call me ‘omo Asake,’ which means child of Asake in Yoruba. And after a while, it just stuck. People stopped adding the ‘omo’ and left ‘Asake.’ I thought it was cool and decided to go by it,” he said.

    Read Also: I want to become Asake’s full time backup singer, says DJ Cuppy

    Asake stated this in Pause Magazine’s Autium 2023 edition.

    He also said he would continue to sing in his indigenous language.

    “It is very important to me, and I am not going to lose it. It is what has brought me this far, and I continue to keep it that way,” he said.

  • I want to become Asake’s full time backup singer, says DJ Cuppy

    I want to become Asake’s full time backup singer, says DJ Cuppy

    Popular Disc Jockey Florence Otedola aka DJ Cuppy has gushed over becoming raving artiste, Asake’s full time backup singer.

    Cuppy’s tweet sparked a light-hearted reaction from fans who understood her humorous tone.

    In her tweet, DJ Cuppy said she had finally met Asake in person and took the opportunity to discuss her deep desire to join his music journey as his main backup singer.

    Read Also: Why I no longer shoot Asake’s music videos, TG Omori reveals

    She even used the hashtags #mrsmoney and #Asake, referencing Asake’s nickname “Mr. Money” that he often mentions in his songs.

    She wrote: “Hadn’t met @Asake in real life until this surprise A I was finally able to discuss my deep desire and career development of becoming his full-time backup.

    “#CuppyOnAMission #MrsMoney”

  • Why I no longer shoot Asake’s music videos, TG Omori reveals

    Why I no longer shoot Asake’s music videos, TG Omori reveals

    Popular music video director, TG Omori has addressed the topic on his current business relationship with award-winning singer, Asake and the YBNL team.

    In an interview on the ‘Zero Conditions’ Podcast, Omori disclosed the reason he longer shot music videos for Asake.

    Speculations arose when Asake decided to employ the expertise of another director for his latest works after his supposed ‘age-long’ relationship with Boy Director crashed.

    There were claims that the YBNL global export wasn’t pleased with their last collaboration, ‘YOGA’ as it didn’t garner the much-anticipated attention like their previous works.

    But Omori offering clarity on the trending narrative, said he still has a cordial relationship with Asake as well as his boss, Olamide.

    He shed light on Baddo’s ideology about life and living, noting that he is a man who loves to give people opportunities at different times, saying it was someone’s turn presently because he’s had his time with them.

    Read Also: Singer Asake acquires N135m SUV

    Explaining, Omori said: “Even husband and wife divorce. It’s normal for people to take a break. I mean, we have done like 10 to 12 videos together.

    “We (Asake and I) have seen a couple of times, we are still cool. Let the young man do his thing and well I’m doing mine.

    “And you know, it’s a business. At the end of the day, you need to respect clients’ decisions. You’ll always be here doing your thing. It has happened a series of times.

    “One thing I like about myself is that I appreciate artiste freedom. I want you to wake up one day and feel the need to want to try new things.

    “I don’t want because we are cool and guys, you must shoot with me. To me, I feel like I’m boxing you.

    “Take a break, do your thing, I’ll do mine and everybody is happy. As long as the money is coming in and everybody is chilling.

    “I’ve got like the craziest video coming in, trust me.

    “To me, it’s crazy love. Me and YBNL forever. You know how me and Olamide go way back and he’s now like one person I respect so much.

    “And Olamide is in that position to make sure everybody eats. And before I came, he was working with other directors and then, he gave me the opportunity to also do my thing.

    “So, I feel like he’s that kind of man that also wants to give others a chance. So, he’s working with one very creative guy right now. A very good guy who’s doing fine too.

    “So, that’s Olamide for you. And if I take that personally then, I’m messed up.

  • Singer Asake acquires N135m SUV

    Singer Asake acquires N135m SUV

    YBNL signee Ahmed Ololade aka Asake has made an outstanding investment to his car collection by acquiring a 2023 G-Wagon.

    The luxurious vehicle, which costs more than $179,000, highlights Asake’s rise to stardom in the industry.

    The purchase comes just weeks after Asake won Album of the Year and next rated artist at the 2023 Headies award.

    Read Also: Kiddwaya reveals biggest misconception about him

     He also accomplished commercial feats, selling out the 20,000-seat O2 Arena in London in April 2023.

    This achievement puts him amongst the few Nigerian artists to ever sell out the arena.

    The ‘mogbe’ crooner joined the league of top celebrities with G-Wagon in the fleet.

  • I’ll like to collaborate with Kanye West, says Asake

    I’ll like to collaborate with Kanye West, says Asake

    Global singing sensation, Ahmed Ololade aka Asake has revealed his desire to collaborate with a fellow artist in the music industry.

    Asake, who recently won multiple awards at the just concluded 16th Headies Award ceremony, shared during an interview with Billboard News that collaborating with American rapper Kanye West is a dream he eagerly anticipates turning into reality.

    He also shared the criteria for working with other artistes, saying he must first possess some form of likeness for the individual.

    Asake said: “For me, I need to like the person before I can make music with you. I need to be comfortable with you. Not even because of the music alone.

    “I’m not saying I can’t make music with other people but I like real energy. If you like me beyond the music, it’s good. But I need to connect with your music.

    “I need to like the person I want to work with first so it won’t be a problem for me. There must be synergy.

    Read Also: Asake Nigeria’s Lil Wayne, says Don Jazzy

    “I have been saying this thing since; maybe God will do it. I will like to work with Kanye [West].”

    On the huge explosion of the afrobeats genre globally, he said “It is like you having a baby and your baby is growing. You know, you feel good when you have something around you and the thing is growing.

    “In a couple of years, Afrobeats will be bigger.”

  • Asake Nigeria’s Lil Wayne, says Don Jazzy

    Asake Nigeria’s Lil Wayne, says Don Jazzy

    Famous music producer and executive Michael Collins Ajereh aka Don Jazzy has tagged singer Asake as “Nigeria’s Lil Wayne.”

    The Mavin boss said the YBNL signee is a rare and generational artiste.

    Read Also: Airtel Nigeria celebrates Asake for winning sponsored ‘Album of the year’ category

    Don Jazzy stated this in a podcast interview with DJ Big N.

    He said: “Asake is such a brilliant artist. He’s an all-rounder. He’s an artist that we don’t get all the time, but when they come, you just know that a star has been born. Asake is Nigeria’s Lil Wayne.”

  • Airtel Nigeria celebrates Asake for winning sponsored ‘Album of the year’ category

    Airtel Nigeria celebrates Asake for winning sponsored ‘Album of the year’ category

    Leading telecommunications service provider, Airtel Nigeria, has congratulated Afro Beats singer Asake for winning the Album of the Year award at the 16th edition of The Headies, which was held September 3 in Atlanta, United States of America.

    In his message to the hitmaker, Airtel Nigeria Chief Communications Officer Femi Oshinlaja, said the award category, which was sponsored by Airtel Nigeria, exemplifies the entire event. 

    “Considering the amazing quality of music that continues to come out of Nigeria and Africa, Asake has demonstrated that he is indeed at the pinnacle of his craft, even though his music career is relatively young,” Oshinlaja said. He added:  “As a world-class organisation that always celebrates extraordinary achievements, we are proud to be associated with the success of this gifted musician.”

    Asake, who also clinched the Next Rated Award for being the most promising new act to emerge in the year under consideration, won Album of the Year with his debut, titled Mr Money with the Vibes.

    Airtel Nigeria said its continued sponsorship of The Headies is intended to help discover and promote exceptional talents such as Asake, while also boosting the efforts of the award organisers.

    Oshinlaja noted that, like other global creativity awards, The Headies would continue to require the support of like-minded organisations if it must live up to its greatest potential. “The support we offer is our own way of helping The Headies reach its goal of creating a legendary award platform for the African continent,” he said.

    Read Also: Asake’s ‘Work of Art’ album surpasses one billion streams

    Corroborating Oshinlaja’s sentiments, Airtel Nigeria Head of Brands and Advertising, Omobolanle Osotule, congratulated the Headies organisers on a good outing. “The Headies is the preeminent pop music award in Nigeria and this year’s edition was quite well-attended and impressive. We can look forward to more collaborations with the Awards,” she said.

    Other winners at the 16th Headies include Rema, Odumodublvck, Diamon Platnumz, Blaqbonez, Labianca Fonji, Simi, Adekunle Gold, Spyro, Tiwa Savage, and Burna Boy, among others.

    Airtel had earlier announced its recommitment to supporting creative enterprise in the country as it launched a new brand theme, A Reason to Imagine.