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The action taken by the regulatory agency, the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), banning some songs considered as being ‘vulgar’ has been generating public argument, KEHINDE OSASONA probes further in this …
Vulgar lyrics: Is NBC getting it right? Read More
Popular Juju artiste Sunday Adegeye, popularly known as King Sunny Ade, has dismissed claim that he was kidnapped. The musician’s daughter, Damilola Adeniyi, had recently raised concerns over the whereabouts …
At last, King Sunny Ade shows up, dispels kidnap rumours Read More
The 17th edition of the Headies awards was held on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at the Landmark Event Centre in Lagos, celebrating the music industry’s brightest stars. The awards ceremony …
Full list of winners at 17th Headies awards Read More
Veteran Nigerian musician, Ebenezer Obey-Fabiyi, has dismissed viral rumours claiming he is dead, confirming in a new video that he is alive, strong, and in good health. On Tuesday, the …
I’m hale, hearty – Veteran singer Ebenezer Obey Read More
A former member of the House of Representatives, and founder of Club Quilox, Hon. Shina Peller, has said entertainment industry can propel the Nigerian economy forward. Hon Peller made this …
Entertainment industry can propel Nigerian economy forward – Peller Read More
Popular Fuji musician, Taye Currency, has disclosed that he lost ₦10 million to the crashed trading platform, CBEX. The Fuji star disclosed this during a stage performance which has since …
How I lost N10million to crashed CBEX – Popular fuji musician Read More
An international civil society organisation (CSO), Global Rights, has condemned the decision of the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) to ban the airplay of Eedris Abdulkareem’s song, “Tell Your Papa,” across …
“Tell Your Papa”: Reverse ban on Eedris Abdulkareem’s song, Global Rights tackles NBC Read MoreThe Media Rights Agenda (MRA) has condemned the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) for banning the broadcast of Nigerian rapper Eedris Abdulkareem’s latest song, ‘Tell Your Papa’, calling the move “unlawful, …
MRA flays NBC for banning Eedris Abdulkareem’s song ‘Tell Your Papa’ Read More
Award-winning Nigerian street artist and CEO of Jaytech Group, Amb. Christopher Christopher Ogar Ogar (also known as Jaymoni), has approved the installation of a solar-powered borehole for the Ochochi community …
Nigerian artist donates solar-powered borehole to Cross River community Read More
Nigerian rising music star and CEO of Jaytech Construction and Estate Development Limited, Amb Christopher Ogar Ogar, also known as Jaymoni, has been honoured with the prestigious African Entertainment Humanitarian …
Jaymoni wins African entertainment humanitarian award Read More
Nigerian socialite Cubana Chief Priest has released his debut track, “More Money.” The nightlife promoter debuted the track on streaming platforms on Wednesday, coinciding with his 44th birthday. The track …
Cubana Chief Priest turns musician Read More
Popular gospel singer and songwriter Dr Panam Percy Paul has revealed that he turned down a lucrative £24 million record deal in 1995 because it required him to reduce the …
How I turned down £24m offer to remove Jesus from my songs – Popular gospel singer Read More
Renowned gospel artist Paul Oluikpe has made a triumphant return with his latest music video, “Join Me Sing Hallelujah,” a vibrant visual masterpiece that continues his legacy of creating spiritually …
Paul Oluikpe releases a single “join me sing Hallelujah” Read More
Grammy Awards, a high-octane event which brings together top-notch artistes, producers and a host of others in the global music industry, had Tems, a Nigerian artist, ushered into its Hall …
Unveiling Nigeria’s Grammy Awards winners, losers decades after Read More
Gospel music executive Ezekiel Thankgod, popularly known as EeZee Tee, has responded to the allegations made by gospel singer Mercy Chinwo in a statement released on January 25, 2025. Through …
EeZee Tee’s denies forgery claims, alleges Mercy Chinwo misappropriated booking revenues Read More
Renowned entertainment expert and founder of Now Muzik Group, Efe Omorogbe, has weighed in on the ongoing dispute between gospel artist Mercy Chinwo and her former label, EeZee Conceptz, responding …
Entertainment expert speaks on mediation efforts in Mercy Chinwo, EeZee Conceptz conflict Read More
KEHINDE OSASONA in this piece x-rays Nigerian artists who left their record labels in controversial circumstances. Wizkid Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid or Machalla, cut his teeth under …
Famed artists who parted ways with record labels amidst controversies Read More
As the music scene continues to evolve, some rising stars have made significant strides this year, capturing the attention of fans and critics alike. Here are some of them Ayo …
Rising Afrobeat stars who made waves in 2024 Read More
In a music industry often obsessed with front-facing brilliance—the lead singer, the hook, the chart position—it’s easy to overlook the hidden architects who shape the emotional core of a song. …
The Arranger’s Touch: Adebayo’s masterful hand in TJay Davids’ ‘Safe In Your Shadow’ Read More
Over the last decade, the musical scene has witnessed the emergence and rapid expansion of what is termed Afroreggaeton, a genre that marries the rhythmic and lyric dimensions of reggaeton …
Afroreggaeton: New genre of music fusion picking ip speed globally Read More