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YOUNG BOSS: The Fashion Buff

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WHETHER REPORT: D’Grind

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XTRA: Looking for Miss Progress Nigeria

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Nigerian Idol evictees get record deal

SauceKid still with Storm Records Obi Asika, Chief Executive Officer of Storm 360, the parent company of Storm Records have dispelled the rumour that acclaimed rapper SauceKid has quitted the label. In a phone interview with Mr. Asika, the Storm Records’ boss affirms that the ‘Edondeymadt’ rapper, who released his debut album under the imprint last year, is still a…

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Chidinma releases new singles

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Genevieve Nnaji features in Luna Milk’s ‘Grow & Shine’ campaign

Nollywood actress, Genevieve Nnaji is the face of the new Luna Milk ‘Grow Shine...Add A Smile to Life’ campaign which includes TV Commercials, Print and Billboard advertisements. The TV Commercial was shot in Lebanon and was directed by Lebanese movie director, Ziad Barazi. In recent times the Imo state born actress has endorsed a number of products including appointed to…

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YOUNG BOSS: The game boss

Adeniyi Alaba is the Chief Executive Officer of Lakraft, a digital entertainment company. With two degrees, Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in Civil Engineering from Yaba College of Technology and a Bachelors degree in Building from University of Lagos, the 27 year old said his passion to proffer solutions motivated him to establishing Lakraft in 2008. Currently participating in the mandatory…

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WHETHER REPORT: Masta T

The Player Oluwatobi Ayoade is a senior secondary school student of Ibadan International School in Ogun State. He is combining school with music making, he goes with the moniker, Masta T (MT for short). The 14 year old rap artist said it has always been music for him, “I have always loved music since I was old enough to talk…

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Kefee’s Confession

Over the years, Kefee Obareki has attained some level of consistency with her Afro-pop sound whilst also carving niche for herself in the competitive Nigerian music scene. The Delta state born singer remains one of the few Nigerian gospel artists to successfully bridge the gap between gospel and commercial music. Since hitting the scene with her 2003 solo debut, ‘Branama’,…

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XTRA TERRESTRIAL: Alex O

Alex O was one of Nigeria’s hottest RnB and Pop artiste of the 90s.His velvety smooth voice, good looks, dance steps and perms made him a delight to watch back in the days. He was known for countless hits such as ‘Banana’, ‘Do it in the name of love’, ‘Nwadanma’, ‘Celebrate’ amongst many others. He brought in a new flavour…

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Celebrity birthdays this weekend

Dr.Dre: Andre Romelle Young, AKA Dr. Dre is regarded as the chief architect of American West Coast rap. He is a veteran rapper, record producer and record label executive. He turns 46 today. John Travolta: Popular Hollywood actor, John Travolta clocks 57 today. He has starred in dozens of flicks including ‘Be Cool’ (2005), ‘Broken Arrow’ (1996) and ‘Swordfish’ (2001)…

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X FACTOR: Sammie Okposo

Gospel singer, Sammie Okposo became popular after the release of the track ‘Welu Welu’ off his debut album ‘Unconditional Love’. Now on his fourth album, a double CD titled ‘The Statement’, the singer cum producer has grown to be one of Nigeria’s leading gospel acts. With several awards to his credit, Okposo wrote and produced the theme song for President…

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Jackie Chan’s 100th film gets day-and-date release

Jim to re-launch website Nollywood actor, Jim Iyke, will re-launch his official website on Saturday, February 19. According to his manager, Bode Ojo, “Jim decided to redesign his website and establish an official online presence, including his official social media pages.” The actor, who dabbled into music in 2009, said he would also re-organise his social network profile to protect…

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Stand-up Nigeria to host a Valentine edition

Monthly comedy show, Stand-up Nigeria will organise a special valentine edition on Saturday February 26 at the Muson Centre, Lagos. According to the show’s producer, Bunmi Davies, “this edition is designed to give lovers, couples and the whole family a once in a life time valentine experience with five hours undiluted comedy by established and upcoming talented comedians”. Stand-up Nigeria…

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