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  • Let success, music speak for you like Wizkid, Shallipopi advises colleagues

    Let success, music speak for you like Wizkid, Shallipopi advises colleagues

    Sensational singer, Crown Uzama aka Shallipopi, has advised colleagues on the pattern of staying relevant in the entertainment field.

    He urged them to emulate the pacesetter and Grammy-winning star Wizkid’s social media decorum to maintain stardom.

    He said excessively vocal artistes often tend to lose their values.

    Speaking in a recent interview with 78 Factory, Shallipopi said: “To stay relevant, you stay silent. When you talk too much, you lose value. Let your music and your success speak for you like Wizkid.”

    Read Also: How Zlatan Ibile brought life to my career, by Shallipopi

    The Edo-born singer also disclosed during the interview that his genre of music isn’t afrobeats but afro-pluto.

    Shallipopi became an internet sensation after his song ‘Elon Musk’ went viral.

    He later remixed the song with Zlatan Ibile and Fireboy DML which solidified his stardom.

  • I’ve more pressing issues to beef anyone – Wizkid

    I’ve more pressing issues to beef anyone – Wizkid

    Superstar singer Ibrahim Ayodeji Balogun aka Wizkid old video has resurfaced online where he was seen talking about his feud with industry counterpart, Davido.

    It is no secret that fans frequently disputed over who was the biggest artiste between Wizkid and Davido, resulting in a feud between the singers.

    The ‘Essence’ hit maker, known for his fame and fortune, claimed in an old video that he has more important things to accomplish than fight someone.

    Read Also: Wizkid number one among others – Samklef

    The interviewer in the previous video inquired whether he wanted to grab a drink with Davido. Wizkid claims that he gets along with everyone.

    In his words: “I’m cool with everyone, If you pray for me, I will pray for you, but if you swear for me, I will swear for you too. I have a son, a three year old son, I have more important issues to deal with my life, I’m not into beef or online shit I have real life problems. I’m just trying to survive and live my life. I’m a gentle boy and am living my life lowkey.”

  • Wizkid number one among others – Samklef

    Wizkid number one among others – Samklef

    Famous music producer, Samuel Oguachuba aka Samklef has tagged Wizkid the number one in the industry following his beef with the new father of twins, Davido.

    O.B.O, as he is fondly called, had stated that Samklef shouldn’t have shared the footage of a video with the twins but the music producer retorted that it was unfair for Davido to criticise him since he wasn’t the first to share the video.

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    In a post on his Twitter page, he noted that he has come to conclude based on how celebrities act around Wizkid shows that he is a star above others.

    He crowned WizKid as the number musician before others in the Nigerian music industry.

    Samklef wrote: “Observing how other celebrities behave around Wizkid makes it clear that he is the star among stars, highly respected by his peers. No 1 before others. Samklef noni say so who wan argue?“.

  • List of celebrities at Wizkid’s mom’s burial

    List of celebrities at Wizkid’s mom’s burial

    Nigerian celebrities stepped out in grand style for the burial ceremony of award-winning music superstar, Ayodeji Balogun aka Wizkid’s late mother.

    The Nation reported that Wizkid lost his mother, Mrs Jane Dolapo Balogun around 1.30 am on Friday, August 18th, 2023.

    Following her demise, the family honored her with a grand burial ceremony for a life well spent.

    On Friday night, Wizkid’s mom was finally laid to rest and celebrities came out in numbers to honor the deceased and support their colleague.

    Read Also: My mother’s death deepest pain I’ve ever felt in my life, says Wizkid

    Here’s a list of celebrities that were spotted at the ceremony:

    1. Oba Elegushi

    2. King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (KWAM 1)

    3. Banky W

    4. Wande Coal

    5. Paul Okoye

    6. Osas Ighodaro

    7. Tiwa Savage

    8. Tony Elumelu

    9. Pretty Mike

    10. Eniola Badmus

    11. Frank Edoho

    12. Mercy Eke

    13. Kim Oprah

  • Cynthia Morgan slams artists for snubbing Wizkid’s mother funeral

    Cynthia Morgan slams artists for snubbing Wizkid’s mother funeral

    Dancehall artist-turned-prophetess Madrina aka Cynthia Morgan, has slammed Nigerian artists for failing to attend Wizkid’s mother’s funeral.

    Wizkid buried his late mother, Mrs Jane Morayo Dolapo Balogun, on Friday.

    The videos that emerged from the funeral ceremony in Lagos showed that it was low-key and not as star-studded as anticipated.

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    Reacting via her Instagram story, Morgan bemoaned the absence of Wizkid’s colleagues at the funeral.

    She wrote: “Not one male or female colleague of Wizkid is at his mum’s burial. Nawa!”

    Wizkid’s mother, Mrs Balogun, died on August 18, 2023, in London, United Kingdom.

  • My mother’s death deepest pain I’ve ever felt in my life, says Wizkid

    My mother’s death deepest pain I’ve ever felt in my life, says Wizkid

    Afro-pop star singer, Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun aka Wizkid spoke emotionally at his mother’s funeral on Thursday, October 13.

    The singer in a video on social media, revealed that the pain is profound and it hurts deeply.

    He described the pain as the deepest he had ever felt in his life.

    Read Also: Brymo blasts Burna Boy, Davido, Wizkid, says Fela originated Afrobeat

    According to him: “The pain is profound. It hurts deeply. The deepest pain I have ever felt in my life. I’m lost but I pray God will comfort every one of us. I’m lost without you Mom, I love you so much.”

  • Wizkid, Wande Coal took loans to boost career, says Sony Music boss

    Wizkid, Wande Coal took loans to boost career, says Sony Music boss

    Managing Director of Sony Music Publishing Nigeria, Godwin Tom has claimed popular singers Wizkid and Wande Coal took bank loans at some point to finance their musical careers.

    He disclosed this in an interview with 3Music TV, Accra, Ghana.

    He said Nigerian artists invested in themselves to achieve the level they are today.

    Read Also: MTV VMA 2023: Rema beats Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy to win best afrobeats award

    According to him: “Nigerian artists put their own money in achieving stardom. I will give you an example. I know for example that Wizkid took a loan at some point for his career. He believed himself and bet on himself. Wande Coal did the same thing.

    “If a Nigerian artist hears that his song is number one in Accra, he is showing up the next day. He is going to borrow money if he has to. He’s gonna come do radio interviews. He’s gonna find who he needs to talk to.

    “He’s gonna come in and find out how he can capitalise on that attention. He would do some club appearances. He would make some money. He could enter this country with a $100 and leave with $20,000.”

  • Wizkid makes first public appearance after mom’s demise

    Wizkid makes first public appearance after mom’s demise

    Grammy-winning singer, Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, also known as Wizkid, has made his initial public appearance since his mother’s death.

    The singer’s mom, Mrs Jane Dolapo Balogun died on Friday, August 18, 2023, after an alleged battle with cancer for several months.

    The late Mrs. Balogun passed away in a London hospital at the age of 64.

    She was said to have received an abundance of care and attention, as Wizkid, who was known for his deep devotion, dedicated a significant amount of time to her.

    Read Also: MTV VMA 2023: Rema beats Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy to win best afrobeats award

    Known for his adoration of his mother, whom she affectionately called IB-Boy, a shortened form of his Islamic name, Ibrahim, the international sensation withdrew from the public eye following this tragic occurrence.

    He, however, made his first public appearance attending a private view of a fashion event in London.

    The event ‘Gabrielle Chanel Fashion Manifesto’ was held at The V&A in London, United Kingdom, on Wednesday, September 13, 2023.

  • Don’t get signed by Wizkid, Davido or Burna Boy, talent manager tells ‘new cats’

    Don’t get signed by Wizkid, Davido or Burna Boy, talent manager tells ‘new cats’

    Talent manager, Prince Theophiluz, has advised young artists to avoid getting signed under the umbrellas of Starboy, 30BG or Spaceship record labels. 

    According to the talent manager, these record labels which belong to Davido, Wizkid, and Burna Boy have made money and are at the peak of their careers.

    He disclosed that these artists do not have the time to nurture young artists they signed on their record labels. 

    Citing an example, he referenced the artist that was signed by Davido shortly after releasing his ‘Timeless’ album. 

    Read Also: Burna Boy thanks UK fans as ‘I Told Them’ becomes No.1 album in UK

    Theophiluz stated the artist is nowhere to be found.

    He added that signing under these three record labels, Starboy, 30BG, or Spaceship is like getting signed under a greater talent and it will be hard for these upcoming artists to make it in their careers.

    He reiterated that upcoming artists should never dream of signing under a label that does not have time to nurture their talents.

  • Wizkid predicted his growth in music industry 10 years ago, says Ice Prince Zamani

    Wizkid predicted his growth in music industry 10 years ago, says Ice Prince Zamani

    Famous Nigerian rapper and singer, Ice Prince Zamani, has expressed how proud he is of Wizkid and Burna Boy for their commendable growth and achievements in the music industry.

    He said Wizkid told him he was going to achieve everything he has now achieved musically ten years ago.

    The one-time BET Best African Act of the Year winner said he is one of those who watched the likes of Wizkid and Burna Boy grow in the music industry.

    The Super Cool Cat boss stated this while appearing in the latest episode of the Afrobeats Podcast hosted by British-Nigerian media personality, Adesope Olajide, popularly known as Shopsydoo.

    Read Also: Wizkid: It’s difficult to describe my evolution as an artist

    He said: “When I see what Afrobeats is achieving right now, it’s just like a dream come true. And not everybody will do it at the same time. But with God and with consistency, we all can do it.

    “I remember Wizkid telling me he was going to do all these things like 10 years ago. And at that time, I could have been looking at him like, Nah, you’re crazy. But look, it actually played out to be what it is.

    “I have seen Burna Boy tell me, Yo, I’m gonna do this. I’m gonna do that. And at that time, it was prophesying, not even sure how it was going to happen.

    “So, to see it happening now, it was like wow, wow, wow! Dreams do actually come true. I’m super proud of these guys. I’m one of those people who can tell you I watched these guys grow up.”