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  • Davido urges youths to protect country’s democracy

    After his London O2 Arena concert which he described at the ‘greatest night’ of his life, hip hop star Davido has said he is more interested in making Nigeria a better place.

    The artiste took to social media to urge Nigerians to ensure their voice is heard by voting and defending their votes as the country goes to polls on February 16, 2019.

    “After the greatest night of my life, I am more inspired than ever to keep changing the narrative about Nigeria and Nigerians,” Davido said as he shared a short video which focuses on why Nigerians should protect the country’s democracy.

    “On February 16th, WE can decide the future of our country. This is why I am supporting the #DefendYourVote initiative. ?

    “God will not come down from heaven to save Nigeria, we must do it ourselves. Every 4 years we have the opportunity to do that, and we must take it. A “nothing will change” mentality is the reason we are where we are. If you can vote and you don’t – you are part of the problem. We must go to the polls and let our voices be heard. Please follow @defendyourvotes #DefendYourVote.”

    Since campaigning for his uncle who contested the Osun State gubernatorial election, Davido’s interest in politics has risen.

    Last Sunday, the singer had kept his promise of shutting down 20, 000 capacity London O2 Arena as he held his ‘Davido In Concert.’

    The artistes that performed at the event include Mayorkun, Peruzzi, Idowest, Dremo, Yonda and Zlatan. Also, various DJs including Tim Westwood and DJ Ecool thrilled the audience.

    When it was time for Davido to grace the stage, he stood on an elevated platform dangling above the stage and commanding a sweeping view of the expansive arena.

    Celebrating the event and saying America should get ready for him, Davido took to his Instagram account to post a video and write: “Yesterday was the best day of my life… let me just leave this here for motivation! Thank you London  tell America IM COMING!”

    Sharing another video which had attendees lighting up the arena with their phones, OBO as Davido is also fondly called, wrote: “Look at the smile on this kids face !! Priceless reason I do it!”

    Hardworking Davido recently dropped a single, ‘Bum Bum’ which featured Zlatan.

  • Two times blessed: Celebs who were born rich, ‘connected’

    What is the thing that is common to music superstar, Davido, superstar social critic, Falz and Naeto C? Music? Yes, but what again? Pedigree, wealth and solid’ connections’ within Nigeria’s economic and political circles!

    Grass-to-grace stories are quite common and popular because many people believe those who are at the top started with nothing and got extraordinarily lucky.

    Yes. And of course, many of our style, music and sports celebs were also born into great wealth or into families with super ‘connections’.

    However, while it is true that there are people whose rise to the top were facilitated by the wealth and ‘connections’ of their parents or families, some of these celebs also had to work as hard as the rest of us. Some even work harder.

    We are taking a look at some of the stars who come from rich and famous families. The roll call:

     

    DJ Cuppy

    The female disc jockey star is the daughter of the oil business magnate and philanthropist Femi Otedola and his equally popular wife, Nana. Her late grandfather, Sir Michael Otedola, was a politician and the former Governor of Lagos State. Although Cuppy’s music has only enjoyed mixed reviews, she’s got her fans and can be described as one of Nigeria’s rising DJs and musicians.

     

    Clarence Peters

    Cinematographer, filmmaker, music and video director, Clarence Peters, is the founder and CEO of Capital Dream Pictures. Clarence Peters grew up in the entertainment industry. Dad Shina Peters is a popular Nigerian musician and the creator of Afro-Juju music, while the mom is the famous Nollywood veteran actress, Clarion Chukwura.

     

    Davido

    The pop star’s story has a familiar ring. We all know that he grew up in a well loaded familly. The Omo-Baba-Olowo crooner is the son of Adedeji Adeleke, who is the founder and president of Adeleke University and CEO of Pacific Holdings Limited.

     

    Charlie Boy

    Charlie Boy, popularly known as Area Fada, is the son of late former Justice of the Supreme Court, Justice Chukwudifu Oputa. He was meant to be a priest but left the seminary after a year. He was sent off to the United States of America to study Law just like his father had done but he ended up with a degree in Communications and later delved into showbiz.

     

    Naeto C.

    Hip pop star Naeto C’s mother, Kema Chikwe, is a former Minister of Aviation and she currently holds the position of National Woman Leader of the main opposition party, PDP.

     

    Falz 

    Falz was born to renowned lawyers Femi and Funmi Falana. His father Femi Falana(SAN)is a  human rights activist and lawyer. Falz followed in his parent’s footsteps having graduated with an LLB honors degree in Law from the University of Reading England but veered into entertainment after a short time of practice.

     

    Lynxx

    ‘Fine lady’ crooner Chukie Edozien, Nigerian rapper whose stage name is Lynxx, doesn’t need a day job but it turns out that he can live outside his father’s shadow. Lynxx’s father is Chief John Edozien, is first deputy governor of Old Delta State. A corporate tycoon, he’s the chairman of a number of Nigeria companies, including Jenkyns Consults Nigeria Limited and Mercedes Benz Automobile Service Limited. He has also served as director of Linkage Assurance Plc and Diamond Bank Plc.

     

    Kunle Afolayan

    Kunle Afolayan’s late father, Adeyemi Afolaya, popularly known as Ade Love, was a Nigerian film actor, director and producer. He was one of Nigeria’s greatest cinematographers. Kunle, who stepped in into his father’s big shoes after some years in banking, is one of Nigeria’s most successful movie gurus. He also stages exhibitions and educational projects for various governments, businesses and political figures.

     

    Shina Peller

    The CEO of Aquila Group of Companies and owner of upscale night club-Quilox Shina Peller, is one of the sons of Nigeria’s most famous magician, perhaps one of Africa’s most renowned magicians, the late Professor Peller.

  • Davido, others set to shut down O2

    Hip hop artiste Davido is getting set for his major concert at the O2 Arena in London.

    The show tagged ‘Davido Live at The O2’ takes place on Sunday, and will be hosted by Shopsydoo. To join the ‘Bum Bum’ crooner to rock the stage are Mayorkun, Peruzzi, Dremo, Yonda and Idowest. The DJs slated for the show are Tim Westwood, DJ Ecool, DJ Bibi, and DJ So Good.

    Davido has promised to sell out O2 Arena following insinuations from some quarters that he was not capable of doing that.

    A fortnight ago, he had taken to Instagram to hype the show writing: “For me it’s about always elevating the movement with every step taken! January 27th will be historic! Queen Elizabeth herself go know say we dey town! Don’t hear about it be a part of greatness! #DavidoLiveat02.”

  • Davido gifts Ikorodu Bois N1m for Melaye skit

    In appreciation of the efforts of teen comedian group, Ikorodu Bois, for mimicking Senator Dino Melaye’s acts, hip hop star Davido, has gifted them the sum of N1 million.

    In a series of videos, the Ikorodu Bois mimicked how the Senator acted as he was taken to the hospital after his arrest by the Nigeria police and his mutterings, claiming he wasn’t feeling fine while he laid on a hospital bed.

    While many Nigerians laughed at the skit, Davido appreciated the boys by asking them to send their account number which he credited with N1million.

    “Lmao, this kids are legends,” wrote Davido.

    “Send una account make I send 1m to una. this one enter.”

    Ikorodu Bois responded by writing, “@davidoofficial ahhhhhhhhhh OBO”, also including emojis of love.

    Many of the comments thanked Davido for his gesture of not only recognising the boys’ talents but also giving them money.

  • With four awards, Burna Boy trumps Davido and Wizkid at Soundcity

    Amidst controversy, Afro-fusion star, Damini Ogulu, also known as Burna Boy has started 2019 on a high note, carting home four awards at the SoundCity Awards which held on Saturday at the Eko Convention Centre of Eko Hotels, Victoria Island, Lagos.

    He won in the categories of ‘Listeners choice’, ‘Best Male’, ‘Song of the year’ and in themuch-coveted ‘African Artist of the year’ category, beating Davido and Wizkid who only got one award each.

    Though he was not prsent to receive the awards he however, took to Instagram to celebrate and thank his fans.

    “4 awards,” he began.

    “Humbled and Honoured! Thank you @soundcityafrica for the constant support! All my fans for always having my back! Shouts to @thenamix and @peedipicasso for showing up on my behalf.

    “Many more in 2019! It’s been a hell of a ride.”

    Arguably one of the hottest African artiste of 2018, however, last week, Burna Boy was in the centre of the storm when he was largely criticised for calling out organisers of the Coachella Festival, saying his name was written in tiny fonts. He and Mr Eazi were two Nigerians that were listed in the California music festival which has Ariana Grande headlining.

    While some people thought Burna Boy was proud as he referred to himself as an ‘African Giant’ and should not have complained about the tiny fonts used to write his name, others praised his move for standing up on behalf of other African artistes against perceived maltreatment from some westerners.

  • Romance symbol on wheels

    • Celebrities adopt car gift to spouses as ultimate proof of love

    What do you do when your better half’s birthday is around the corner and you realise that a ‘mere’ cake won’t just be enough? If you are not a super-rich Nigerian, you may splash a few thousands or even a million on a nice gift. But some super-rich celebrities have gone the extra mile, splashing tens of millions of naira on very expensive gifts on their spouses during their birthdays.

    Some of these celebrities say they are rewarding the support and sacrifice their partners made to help them pursue their dreams. Others say it is meant to reward the peace they enjoy on the home front. Be it as it may, we are witnessing a move from designer bags, clothes and jewellery to some of the best automobiles that money can buy.

    Today, we take a look at some celebrities known to have showered their loved ones with expensive car gifts during the year. It has indeed been a year of huge surprises for a number of celebrity wives and girlfriends.

     

    Davido

    Superstar singer, Davido, loves to spoil his girlfriend, Chioma, silly with expensive gifts ranging from jewellery to clothes and bags. Many Nigerians will not forget April 30, 2018 in a hurry. It was the day Omo Baba Olowo (OBO) created a massive buzz on the internet when he staged a lavish birthday dinner for his girlfriend Chioma and surprised her with a N45 million Porsche car with a customised registration number –“ASSURANCE”

     

    Femi Gbajabiamila

    Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila is one of Lagos’ most prominent politicians. The Majority Leader of the House of Representatives is quiet, easy-going and not given to much noise.

    Although he is also a very prominent member of the House of Reps, Gbajabiamila hardly gets in the news for anything other than politics. But all that changed during the year when the federal legislator gifted his wife, Yemisi, a brand new Mercedes G-Wagon in celebration of her 50th birthday anniversary.

    Some of the shots taken at the private event somehow found their way to the social media and caused some controversy. But the legislator defended his action, insisting that he only rewarded his wife for all her labour of love.

     AY Makun

    Comedian AY is one of Nigeria’s most successful entertainers. He has not only made a success of comedy, he has also veered into movies and in the shortest time has become extremely successful.

    His surprise gift of a brand new Lexus LX 570 to his wife for their 10th wedding anniversary was the talk of the town for days. The car, which is worth tens of millions of naira, was delivered in November.

    AY also lavished his wife with praise, thanking her for her patience, perseverance and love.

    Yakubu Ayeigbeni

    Ex-Flying Eagles striker, Yakubu Ayegbeni, made sure that his wife, Yvonne, had an early Christmas when he gifted her a brand new Range Rover earlier in the week. Yakubu and Yvonne got married in 2008.

    The news of the car gift was announced by an excited Yvonne on social media, where she also thanked her husband.

    E-Money

    Big spender, entrepreneur, lover of luxury and Chief Executive Officer Five Star Music, Emeka Okonkwo, popularly known as E-Money, knows how to live the good life. The super celebrity wears some of the most exclusive accessories and has a very unique dress sense.

    It was not a surprise, therefore, when he dazzled his wife with a brand new ultra expensive Rolls Royce Phantom in the course of the year.

    Peter Okoye

    Peter Okoye, popularly known by the stage-name Mr. P, is one half of the defunct music duo, P-Square. Peter and his brothers, Paul and Jude, had a public falling out before the group broke up. During the crisis, there were whispers that the brothers’ disagreement centred on Peter’s wife, Lola. But Peter and Lola didn’t allow the crisis to get to them.

    The couple’s bond appeared to grow stronger and stronger even as the crisis got worse. Peter, who loves to praise and reassure his wife and family of his endless love, publicly surprised Lola with a brand new Range Rover Sport during the year.

  • Davido’s ‘Fall’ hits 100m views on YouTube

    ‘Fall’, the 2017 hit song of pop star, David Adeleke aka Davido has become the first Nigerian music video to hit 100 million views on YouTube.

    The Daps-directed video has made Nigerian YouTube history as the most -viewed Nigerian music in recent times.

    This feat was anticipated by fans after the video beat Yemi Alade’s 2014 hit ‘Johnny’ and gathered over 98 million views on Dec. 4.

    With Alade’s video reading 98 million views, she and Davido are the only Nigerian acts who have topped YouTube’s ‘10 most viewed videos’ list.

    Read Also: Davido, others to perform at ‘Face of Okija’

    This comes after three of Davido’s songs, ‘Assurance’, ‘Nwa Baby’ and ‘Fia’ appeared on Google’s list of ‘most searched Nigerian songs’.

    His recently released ‘Wonder Woman’ was listed as one of the hottest tracks from across the African continent by Apple Music.

    NAN reports that the YouTube list also features defunct P-Square’s ‘Personally’ tied with Tekno’s ‘Pana’ at 86 million views and Rundown’s ‘Mad Over You’ at 78 million.

    Korede Bello’s ‘Do Like That’ hit 76 million, Davido’s ‘If’ has 72 million and Wizkid’s ‘Come Closer’ features on the list with 67 million views.

  • Eight-year-old singer hopes to work with Wizkid, Davido

    Talented Afro pop singer, Edouardo Nwachukwu, popularly known as Mixkid has said that working with big artistes like Wizkid, Davido, Tu Baba and others, is his biggest dream.

    The Vee Vee Records artiste, who was born in France and raised in Nigeria assured that he is ready for his big day with some of the top artistes.

    “My love for music is in-born. I have done many songs and videos. I’m inspired to do music for the rest of my life. I have done couple of songs like, Flexing, Independent, Iya bose and others. I’m working on a new single titled Education,” said the eight-year-old singer who started singing at age five.

    He said: “I thank God for where I am today. I want to say thank you to everybody who has supported me. To my fans out there, I am coming out with so much for you guys. Expect me to make you happy and to make you dance on a regular basis,” he said.

  • Davido, Falz, Tiwa Savage, Betty-G win at AFRIMA

    Nigeria’s singers Davido, Tiwa Savage and Falz won awards at the 5th All Africa Music Awards, AFRIMA held in Accra, Ghana Saturday night.

    But one of the greatest honours of the night was won by Ethiopian singer Betty G.  She won Africa’s best album of the year and also was rated the best female artiste in East Africa.

    Davido scooped Africa’s artiste of the year, with his album, FIA. He also won the best male artiste in West Africa. Tiwa Savage won West Africa’s best female artiste and Falz ran away with best African rapper award.

    The night of honours did not belong solely to the active artistes. There were also awards for Governor Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos state and two veterans South African Yvonne Chaka Chaka and Ghana’s Teddy Ossei, the leader of the Osadebe group, created in 1969.

    Chaka Chaka, dubbed Princess of Africa, won the 5th Afrima legendary award. She has had a career spanning over 30 years with several hit albums.

    Ambode was awarded a special recognition for his contributions towards the growth and development of the Arts and Tourism sector of Lagos state, most importantly the role Lagos state played as official host of AFRIMA in its last four years from 2014 to 2017.

    Teddy Osei who was helped to the stage in a wheelchair was overwhelmed by the honour. He had suffered a mild stroke.

    The award night, which had in attendance music stars, dignitaries, and music lovers across the continent, seeks to celebrate and reward African talents who have done exceedingly well in the year.

    Artistes were given awards based on 36 categories.

  • Davido, Falz, Tiwa Savage, Betty-G win at AFRIMA

    Nigeria’s singers Davido, Tiwa Savage and Falz won awards at the 5th All Africa Music Awards, AFRIMA held in Accra, Ghana Saturday night.

    But one of the greatest honours of the night was won by Ethiopian singer Betty G.  She won Africa’s best album of the year and also was rated the best female artiste in East Africa.

    Davido scooped Africa’s artiste of the year, with his album, FIA. He also won the best male artiste in West Africa. Tiwa Savage won West Africa’s best female artiste and Falz ran away with best African rapper award.

    The night of honours did not belong solely to the active artistes. There were also awards for Governor Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos state and two veterans South African Yvonne Chaka Chaka and Ghana’s Teddy Ossei, the leader of the Osadebe group, created in 1969.

    Chaka Chaka, dubbed Princess of Africa, won the 5th Afrima legendary award. She has had a career spanning over 30 years with several hit albums.

    Ambode was awarded a special recognition for his contributions towards the growth and development of the Arts and Tourism sector of Lagos state, most importantly the role Lagos state played as official host of AFRIMA in its last 4 years from 2014 – 2017.

    Teddy Osei who was helped to the stage in a wheelchair was overwhelmed by the honour. He had suffered a mild stroke.

    The award night, which had in attendance music stars, dignitaries, and music lovers across the continent, seeks to celebrate and reward African talents who have done exceedingly well in the year.

    Artistes were given awards based on 36 categories.

    All the winners:
    REGIONAL CATEGORY
    Best Female Artiste in Central Africa
    -Daphne / Cameroon / Jusqu’à La Gare

    Best Male Artiste in Central Africa
    -Fally Ipupa / DRC / Mannequin Ft Keback & Naz

    Best Female Artiste in Eastern Africa
    -Betty G / Ethiopia / Mengedegna

    Best Male Artiste in Eastern Africa
    -Bebe Cool / Uganda / Freedom

    Best Female Artiste in Northern Africa
    -Lyna Mahyem ft Medi Meyz /Algeria / Bye Bye

    Best Male Artiste in Northern Africa
    -Hamza El Fadly / Morocco / Ya Mraya

    Best Female Artiste in Southern Africa
    -Shekhinah / South Africa / Please Mr

    Best Male Artiste in Southern Africa
    -Nasty C / South Africa / Jungle

    Best Female Artiste in Western Africa
    -Tiwa Savage / Nigeria / Ma Lo Ft. Wizkid & Spellz

    Best Male Artiste in Western Africa
    -Davido / Nigeria / Fia
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    5TH AFRIMA WINNERS CONTINENTAL CATEGORY</strong>

    ALBUM OF THE YEAR
    -Betty G / Ethiopia / Wegegta

    ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
    -Davido / Nigeria / FIA

    BEST AFRICAN VIDEO
    -Sesan / Gringo (Shatta Wale) / Nigeria

    BEST AFRICAN ACT IN DIASPORA
    -Hazel Mak / Malawi / Jaiva Ft. Roberto & Tay Grin

    BEST AFRICAN COLLABORATION
    -GuiltyBeatz, Mr. Eazi, Patapaa & Pappy Kojo / Ghana-Nigeria / Akwaaba

    -Kidi / Ghana / Odo Remix Ft. Mayorkun & Davido

    BEST AFRICAN DJ
    -Afrotronix / Chad / OyO

    -Master KG / South Africa / Skeleton Move Ft. Zanda Zakuza
    BEST AFRICAN DUO, GROUP OR BAND
    – Toofan / Togo / Money

    -M.ANIFEST FT KING PROMISE / Ghana / ME NE WOA

    BEST AFRICAN RAPPER OR LYRICIST
    -Falz / Nigeria / La Fête

    – Maryam Saleh, Maurice Louca, Tamer Abu Ghazaleh / Egypt / Ekaa Maksour

    -Irene Namatovu / Uganda / Nsambila Nyuma Nga Janzi

    BEST FEMALE ARTISTE IN AFRICAN INSPIRATIONAL MUSIC
    -Sandra Nankoma / Uganda / Kaddugala

    BEST MALE ARTISTE IN AFRICAN INSPIRATIONAL MUSIC
    -Sarkodie / Ghana / Glory Ft. Yung

    MOST PROMISING ARTISTE IN AFRICA
    -Kuami Eugene / Ghana / Confusion

    PRODUCER OF THE YEAR
    -Fresh VDM / Togo / Fia

    REVELATION OF THE AFRICAN CONTINENT
    -Betty G / Ethiopia / Ere Manew

    SONG OF THE YEAR
    -GuiltyBeatz, Mr. Eazi, Patapaa & Pappy Kojo / Akwaaba / Ghana

    SONG WRITER OF THE YEAR
    -Shekhinah Donell, Amon Taulo Chibiya II / South Africa / Different Ft. Mariechan

    AFRICAN FANS’ FAVOURITE
    -Nedy Music / Tanzania / One and Only Ft. Ruby(NAN)