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  • Ubi Franklin hails Tinubu’s New Year speech

    Ubi Franklin hails Tinubu’s New Year speech

    Music executive and entrepreneur, Ubi Franklin has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s New Year speech, describing it as the most reassuring address by a Nigerian leader in his lifetime.

    Franklin, who shared a clip of the president’s speech on his Instagram story, acknowledged the current economic challenges facing Nigerians but expressed optimism about the country’s future.

    According to Franklin, President Tinubu’s speech offered a sense of hope and reassurance.

    Read Also: I’m not Davido’s P.A, Nanny – Ubi Franklin 

    “See this man? He is the only president in my lifetime that has the most assuring speech from any Nigerian president. Things might be crazy for us as a country, but for some reason, I believe it will get better sooner than we think”, he wrote. 

    President Tinubu’s New Year address outlined his administration’s plans to tackle economic issues, including the introduction of a new national living wage and accelerated progress on energy projects. 

    The President also emphasised the importance of unity and collective effort in achieving a better future for Nigeria.

  • I’m not Davido’s P.A, Nanny – Ubi Franklin 

    I’m not Davido’s P.A, Nanny – Ubi Franklin 

    Music executive, Ubi Franklin, has clarified his professional relationship with Davido, dismissing claims that he serves as the singer’s personal assistant or nanny.

    In response to a comment on X, Ubi stated that he works as a business administrator for Davido, bringing his qualifications and experience to the role.

    According to him, Davido refers to him as “#thesolutionist,” a title that reflects his problem-solving skills and expertise.

    Ubi emphasised that he is focused on the business side of Davido’s operations and will continue to work in that capacity.

    Read Also: Music business at crossroads, says Ubi Franklin

    He dismissed the notion that he is Davido’s personal assistant or nanny, stating that those claims are merely an attempt to taunt him.

    He wrote on X: “Let me state this here clearly. Davido is Africa’s Biggest Artiste and owner of DMW. I always say, it’s easy to judge from outside, Davido’s setup and brand is one anyone will be happy to work for, If you look inside deeply he is more influential than a governor of many state you worship, the only thing he doesn’t have is a government budget.

    “Ubi is CEO of @mademenmusicg and if you see me working with Davido, it is because I have the required qualifications and experience to do the job of a business administrator,  David calls me #thesolutionist  do with that what you want.

    “Definitely not his PA or Nanny like most of you have tried to taunt me with, if that makes you happy so be it. I am on the business end and that where I’ll always be. Some great guys who are davido’s PA/Assistant are doing a job most of you will forever dream of, they wear the best designer watches and cloths, they have investments in and out of Nigeria and have travelled the world with many experiences that money cannot buy.”

  • Music business at crossroads, says Ubi Franklin

    Music business at crossroads, says Ubi Franklin

    Talent manager Ubi Franklin has spoken on the significant transformation in the music scene and its current state. 

    In an Instagram post, accompanied by photos and videos with Davido, he emphasised the industry’s crossroads and how to navigate and benefit as a newbie.

    Franklin noted that the rise of the internet has profoundly impacted the music business, rendering traditional models obsolete. 

    Read Also: Esther Nwachukwu slams Davido for buying Ubi Franklin luxurious car

    However, he remains optimistic, viewing the internet and social networking as opportunities for new talent to emerge.

    He cited Davido, Wizkid, Burna Boy, Asake, Rema, Ayra Starr, and Tems as examples for new industry ‘cats’ to leverage digital platforms. 

    Franklin also expressed excitement for future talent, yet to be discovered.

    “We are at a crossroads in the music business: with the rise of the internet, the world we live in has changed, and the past is not coming back. 

    “But I see the glass as half-full: the internet and social networking are new avenues for the next Davido, Iyanya, Burnaboy, Wizkid, Asake, rema, Ayra Star Tems Etc to be born on,” he wrote.

  • Davido surprises Ubi Franklin with luxurious multi-million car

    Davido surprises Ubi Franklin with luxurious multi-million car

    Grammy-nominated singer Davido has shown appreciation to Ubi Franklin, his wife’s manager, by gifting him a brand-new luxurious car.

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    Ubi Franklin expressed gratitude, sharing a photo of the sleek vehicle and its impressive specifications.

    He captioned the post: “David Adeleke just gifted me a car. Bro, thank you for everything. I love you.”

  • Ubi Franklin pens note to Davido, Chioma ahead wedding

    Ubi Franklin pens note to Davido, Chioma ahead wedding

    Ubi Franklin, a label executive, has written a heartfelt message to Davido and Chioma ahead of their wedding.

    He reminisced about how Davido approached him in 2018 to manage Chioma’s career, trusting him without knowing her personally.

    Over time, Ubi  said he and Chioma developed a strong bond, becoming like siblings while also praising Chioma’s kind nature, saying he’s never met anyone with a negative word about her.

    Ubi expressed gratitude to Davido for his support and promised to always be there for the couple, praying for their marriage and business success. 

    He wrote: “Emotional. In 2018, David invited me to his house and immediately I got in, he said make we go balcony. Ubi my woman, my wife is a chef and the world is going to know about her soon.

    ” But before that I want someone I can trust as her manager, and you Ubi came to mind that’s why I have invited you here for us to make this happen. I took on that job of being a manager not knowing Chioma personally and today, I’ll say I’ll take that job a million times because Chioma turned out to be my sister and we stood for each other at all times.

    Read Also: Why I stopped Iyanya’s deal with PSquare – Ubi Franklin

    “Knowing Chioma is loving Chioma, I have not met a soul who has an issue with Chioma, None. Chioma’s family also became my family and I have always said to her even when I become the President of Nigeria, I will never become too big to be her Brother, manager, friend and banter for banter Ubi.

    “I want to thank David for always supporting us and making sure we get whatever we want, this next phase is going to be beautiful. Through the rain and sunshine, we dey together no shaking.

    “Super proud and excited to be celebrating Chivido2024. I know you all know this, I love them so much and we will keep praying for the success of their marriage and their business. Anything they lay their hands on will be successful and all this we have asked through Jesus Christ Lord. Amen”.

  • Why I stopped Iyanya’s deal with PSquare – Ubi Franklin

    Why I stopped Iyanya’s deal with PSquare – Ubi Franklin

    Music executive Ubi Franklin has spoken on how he stopped the signing of Iyanya by PSquare (Peter and Paul Okoye) when he was just about to kick off his music career.

    The Triple MG boss said the music group and their manager, Jude Okoye, invited him and Iyanya to their mansion for a record deal but they asked him to wait outside while the ‘Kukere’ crooner went into the house.

    Ubi Franklin shared the story during an episode of The Afrobeats podcast hosted by Adesope Olajide.

    He said PSquare’s action bruised his ego that day and he vowed to reject the deal even if he was offered 50 million dollars for Iyanya.

    According to him, PSquare asked for their email and told them that they will send the contract later, but when it came, he never responded.

    Ubi Franklin said when Iyanya started wondering why they had not heard from PSquare, he told him that they should start their own record label instead as that is the only way people will take them seriously in the industry.

    Read Also: Ubi Franklin demands $200,000 as Davido’s ‘nanny’

    The talent manager also disclosed that Hip Hop star, Eldee offered Iyanya a better deal around the same period, but they initially wanted the PSquare signing because of the accompaniments.

    Ubi said: “We got there, Jude, Paul and Peter told me to wait outside and called Iyanya into the house. I was boiling outside. Iyanya would have gotten that deal with PSquare but the fact that they said I should wait outside, my ego was bruised.

    “You know what I said to them, ‘Even if I was offered $50 million, I would reject the deal.’ Guess what Eldee’s deal was actually better than theirs.”

  • I don’t think Burna Boy would buy a car for N5 billion, says Ubi Franklin

    I don’t think Burna Boy would buy a car for N5 billion, says Ubi Franklin

    Music executive, Ubi Franklin has doubted the popular belief that Grammy-winning singer, Burna Boy recently acquired a Bugatti W16 Mistral worth $5 million (N5 billion).

    According to him, he doubts the singer would lavish such an amount on a car.

    The Nation reported that Burna Boy’s fans were over the moon after an international car dealer, Deejay Mzi, shared a clip revealing both the exteriors and interiors of the singer’s new Bugatti W16 Mistral and confirming that it belonged to the ‘Last Last’ crooner.

    Read Also: Stefflon Don, Jada kingdom fight dirty over Nigeria’s Burna Boy

    Some sections of the media had reported that the price tag for a brand new Bugatti W16 Mistral is approximately $5 million (N5 billion).

    However, speaking in a recent interview with Fans Tribe HQ, Franklin said he doesn’t believe the news.

    He said: “I will be very honest with you, I don’t think Burna Boy would buy a car for N5 billion. So go and check it very well.

    “Information puts you in formation. So, whenever you see something on the internet, check very well. I’m not saying that Burna Boy doesn’t have the money. But I’m saying that Burna Boy would not buy a car; a depreciating asset for N5 billion. It’s not possible.”

  • Ubi Franklin demands $200,000 as Davido’s ‘nanny’

    Ubi Franklin demands $200,000 as Davido’s ‘nanny’

    Music executive Ubi Franklin has jokingly asked music superstar to increase his earning as a nanny to $200,000 monthly.

    Trolls gave him the ‘nanny’ title for always being around Davido’s children especially the late Ifeanyi.

    The DMW frontman, in the new video Ubi posted on his Instastory, was seen playfully teasing the music executive for constantly bothering him.

    Read Also: Baby mama welcomes Ubi Franklin as he storms Atlanta

    In a lighthearted exchange, Davido sported a smile while affectionately branding Ubi as his “nanny.”

    As the singer made a move to depart, Ubi playfully advised the DMW label superstar to consider bumping up his nanny salary to a whopping $200,000, which translates to about N152 million.

    Ubi wrote in the caption of the video: “$200k a month Nanny work alert”

  • Baby mama welcomes Ubi Franklin as he storms Atlanta

    Baby mama welcomes Ubi Franklin as he storms Atlanta

    Popular Talent manager, Ubi Franklin’s Baby mama, Sandra Iheuwa, has welcomed him as he lands in Atlanta.

    The businesswoman, who is also in Atlanta, shared a screenshot of them on Facetime as she hailed him.

    Announcing his arrival in Atlanta, she described him as the best daddy to her daughter.

    Read Also: Most female celebrities date same men unknowingly – Ubi Franklin

    She said: “Best daddy of life. Look at who is in town. Wahala wahala wahala”.

    The relationship between Sandra Iheuwa and Ubi Franklin hasn’t been a smooth one over the years as the ex-lovebirds go off and on with their parenting relationship.

  • Iyanya, Ubi Franklin exhume old rift

    After some shocking revelation by Iyanya on how he was frustrated out of TripleMG, a company he supposedly co-owned with his estranged friend and business partner, Ubi Franklin, there appears to be more to this issue, as Franklin is set to appear on Cool FM, Lagos, the same station that granted Iyanya audience on Monday night.

    In an interview he granted last week, the ‘No Drama’ crooner said that he was shocked when he discovered that his name was not in the registration documents filed at the Corporate Affairs Commission as co-owner of Made Men Music Group, also known as TripleMG.

    Not wanting to let the accusation slide, Ubi Franklin took to Instagram to dispel the allegations, uploading a document that states that Iyanya had been settled for his contribution to the company.

    Displaying a Corporate Affairs Commission  7 Form detailing particulars of the directors of Made Men Music Group, Iyanya’s name (Mbuk Iyanya Onoyom) appears as number one on the list, followed by Ubi Franklin (Ofem Ubi Ekapong) and Ekapong Ofem Ubi. This is against claim by Iyanya that his name had been dubiously removed from the CAC registration.

    Ubi Franklin also posted photo of documents purportedly showing a ‘settlement agreement’ between Iyanya, Ubi Franklin and Made Men Music Group.

    Dated July 26, 2016, the agreement stated in part that: ‘The Parties are now desirous of the settlement of the dispute between Iyanya and Ubi in an amicable manner through this agreement and out of any courts located within or outside the Federal Republic of Nigeria in the terms and conditions contained herein.’

    According to the agreement, Iyanya purportedly transferred 400, 000 ordinary shares to Ubi Franklin and also resigned as a director of the company.

    “It’s very unfortunate that A person I took as my brother had to lie to the world to make himself look good,” wrote Ubi Franklin on his account.

    “Always wait for both sides of the story to call people names. Here is to prove that Iyanya lied to make himself look good.”

    Ubi has promised to be on Cool FM 11am to share his side of the story.