Afrosoul artiste, Sopuru Precious, aka Boypee, has said that working with pop star, David Adeleke, aka Davido, on the remix of the hit song, ‘Ogechi’, was the defining moment in his career. In an interview with Saturday Beats, he stated that Davido’s global appeal and Tekno’s unique sound were particularly influential in shaping his artistic direction, noting that he admires the two artistes’ ability to connect with audiences worldwide and is striving to have similar impact through his own music. Recalling how he met Davido, Boypee said, “The connection with Davido came through popular socialite, Cubana Chief Priest, who has…
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The influence of popular singer, Oyinkansola Aderibegbe, better known as Ayra Starr, on the Nigerian music scene and beyond is undeniable. She has not only carved out a unique niche with her music but has also cultivated an impressive network within the industry Many international artistes have expressed their eagerness to collaborate with her, and she is increasingly recognised as one of the powerhouses of afrobeats. Recently, renowned French DJ and record producer, David Guetta, referred to her as “the new Rihanna” during an interview with Cool FM. He remarked, “When people speak about Ayra Starr in the LA (Los…
The 13th edition of the Mr & Miss Nigeria International pageant is set to be held in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital, from October 8 to 20, 2024. The CEO of the pageant, Brendan Nsikak; production coordinator, Sunday Okereke, and Bob Cal, noted that the MMNI had been a beacon of excellence in the beauty pageant industry for 12 editions, promoting cultural diversity, unity, and empowerment. Nsikak said, “Over the years, MMNI has achieved immense success, with winners representing Nigeria internationally and making us proud. The pageant has also expanded its scope, partnering with relevant MDAs in Akwa Ibom…
The viral video of a suspected member of The Lord’s Chosen Charismatic Revival Ministry in Lagos has sparked outrage after the woman celebrated receiving divine assistance during a Federal Government examination and how she shared her answers with another candidate. During the testimony, the unnamed member claimed an old man appeared to her in the examination hall and gave her answers to some questions. The woman said the exercise was one of the promotional examinations of the military (Army, Navy, and Air Force) and that there were about 50 questions, of which 40 bordered on career and 10 related to…
Considered to be one of the most influential rappers in Africa, Jude Abaga, popularly known by his stage name MI Abaga, has said that contrary to the opinions expressed in some quarters, rap is still alive and well. In an interview with Saturday Beats, he said, “I think it (rap music) is in a great Read More Source link
The Central Bank of Nigeria says it has temporarily withdrawn the Monetary, Credit, Foreign Trade, And Exchange Policy Guidelines For Fiscal Years 2024 – 2025 document published on Tuesday, September 17, 2024. It said the revocation of the document is to minimise the risk of any further misrepresentation or misinterpretation, resulting in confusion among stakeholders. It disclosed this in a new statement published on its website on Friday. The new release was however not signed by any CBN official. On Tuesday, excerpts of the policy documents stated that the bank will sustain Ways and Means Advances to the Federal Government…
The Edo State Government on Friday raised concerns about political thugs attempting to overrun Independent National Electoral Commission offices in some local government councils across the state. The government also commended the military for stopping the suspected political thugs who had made concerted efforts to overrun the INEC office in Oredo Local Government Area, in the state capital. Addressing journalists in Benin, the Edo State Commissioner for Communication and Orientation, Chris Nehikhare, said the government is drawing the attention of Nigerians and the international community to the actions of political thugs trying to seize control of INEC offices in local…
The governorship candidate of the Labour Party in the Saturday’s governorship election in Edo State, Olumide Akpata, has denied stepping down from the race. Akpata in Benin on Friday, said documents purporting that he has stepped down for the People Democratic Party candidate, were false, wicked machinations of those who have held our State captive for a quarter of a century. He said, “This press conference has become necessary following a report that I have stepped down for the Peoples Democratic Party, candidate, Asue Ighodalo. There is no way I would step down when I am the most qualified among…
The Oyo State Government has directed officials of the Ministry of Lands and Urban Development to stop marking and demolishing houses beyond the 150-metre mark along Senator Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja Circular Road. The state’s Commissioner for Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Williams Akin-Funmilayo, issued this order during a press briefing held alongside the Commissioner for Public Works and Transport, Dahud Shangodoyin, at the Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan, on Friday. Akin-Funmilayo emphasised that the administration of Governor Seyi Makinde remains committed to prioritising the welfare of its citizens and residents to ensure further growth and development. Contrary to claims that Makinde extended…
The distribution of electoral materials and deployment of ad hoc staff to their various polling wards have commenced at the office of the Independent National Electoral Commission in Irrua, Esan Central Local Government Area of Edo State, ahead of the governorship election across the state on Saturday. Our correspondent who visited the INEC office on Friday, observed that the exercise was hitch-free amidst heavy security presence at the Commission’s Headquarters in Irrua, on Friday. The officials of INEC were seen sorting and packaging the materials, including voting cubicles, ballot boxes, electoral forms, markers, pens and other relevant items into the…