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NEW MUSIC FRIDAY: Wizkid, Vector, Timaya, others drop new songs
It’s TGIF (Thank God its Friday) and Nigerian artistes have new jams to spice up the weekend groove.
Award-winning Wizkid has dropped his highly anticipated fifth album entitled ‘More Love, Less Ego’.
The Afrobeats body of work is 40 minutes 53 seconds long and features Ayra Starr, Skillibeng, Shenseea, Naira Marley, Skepta and Don Toliver.
It was produced by Kelp P, Sammy Soso and P.Priime.
Rapper, Vector, today released with his third studio album he calls ‘Teslim: The Energy Still Lives In Me’.
The 16-track album features 11 artistes like Shado Chris, Nasty C, Seun Kuti, Wande Coal, Cracker Mallo, Seyi Vibez, Ladipoe and Erigga.
The 48 minutes 33 seconds album contains his recent songs; “Mama Maradona” and “Insomnia“.
“I went from just making music that was just compiling an album for fans, to then taking it slow and making music according to my life’s truth and story, So when you hear songs like ‘I Need You’, it’s not the skill of delivery per se, it’s the writing. It’s a letter to my child. I’m telling her, ‘Your grandpa left but he’s a part of me, which is a part of you, which is a part of everything you do’…” says Vector.
That’s not all, Nigerian Dancehall maestro, Timaya, has returned with a new single ‘Sweet Us’.
The 2 minutes 38 seconds-long song, which features no one, was produced by Michon.
And Nigeria meets Ghana on ‘Letters From Overseas’.
‘Letters From Overseas’ is done by Larry Gaaga with collaboration from the talented Ghanaian musician Black Sherif.
Black Sherif delivers a smooth blend of Pop rap and Highlife in this single that tells the struggles of a young man miles away from home, working hard to make it.
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BREAKING: EFCC arrests Bobrisky over naira abuse
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has taken into custody Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, a figure known for controversial behavior including the abuse of Nigerian currency, spraying of naira notes, and engaging in currency mutilation.
Bobrisky was apprehended in Lagos during the evening hours of Wednesday and is currently being held at the Lagos Command of the EFCC. Dele Oyewale, the spokesperson for the EFCC, confirmed this development in a telephone interview on Thursday, stating that Bobrisky will face charges in court.
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RIP Mr Ibu – John Okafor
BREAKING: Veteran actor John Ikechukwu Okafor popularly known as Mr Ibu is dead. Rest In Peace to one of Africa’s funniest actor.
Reports from sources close to him confirm that the comedian died at Evercare Hospital. Fans have been expressing their condolences on social media, recalling the movies in which the late actor appeared.
Details surrounding the cause of death and the veracity of these reports are still unclear. Mr Ibu’s family and representatives have yet to comment publicly.
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10 things you should know about Sisi Quadri
1. The late Quadri Oyebamiji was well-known as Sisi Quadri in Yoruba films.
2. He was born December 26, 1979, in Iwo, Osun State, Nigeria.
3. He attended primary and high school in Ore, Ondo State.
4. Before becoming a celebrity in the entertainment industry, Quadri was a Muslim, a skilled makeup artist, and a fashion designer.
5. He began acting in 2002 with the film ‘Koto Aye,’ directed by the late Alhaji Ajileye.
6. Sisi Quadri, who was well-known for his humorous personality and consistently played roles recognized for their keen wit and mocking.
7. In addition to performing, he worked as an entertainer and comedian.
8. He appeared in several Yoruba films and even invested in a tailoring company. Quadri was also sought after as a Master of Ceremony (MC) at parties.
9. Sisi Quadri’s personal life revolved around his family.
10. He was married with four children: three sons and one daughter.
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