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12Feb

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Ndidi, others knock AFCON final ref

The final of the 2023 AFCON match between the Super Eagles and hosts Ivory Coast at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium, Abidjan, on Sunday has caused Mauritanian referee Dahane Beida to come under scrutiny from Nigerians, as Ivory Coast defeated the Eagles 2-1 to claim their third title. The tournament's officiating, particularly the use of the Video Assistant Referee, has been commended worldwide. However, Beida was criticized for some poor decisions against Nigeria during the encounter, which many said tainted the tournament. In front of over 60,000 fans, mostly Ivorians, the Mauritanian official called for a number of fouls in favor of the hosts but failed to reciprocate in obvious situations for the Eagles. Nigeria’s coach Jose Peseiro was also booked while complaining about an incident ...

Leo Da Silva schools man who mocked Nigerian girls over Moses Bliss and Johnny Drille's marriage to foreign women

21Jan

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Leo Da Silva schools man who mocked Nigerian girls over Moses Bliss and Johnny Drille's marriage to foreign women

Leo Da Silva Responds to Criticism of Nigerian Women Over Foreign Marriages Former Big Brother Naija contestant Leo Da Silva has educated a popular social media user, Neo, who suggested that Nigerian girls are to blame because singer Johnny Drille married a Lebanese woman while gospel artist Moses Bliss got engaged to a Ghanaian lady.

8Jan

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Johnny Drille Opens Up About Heartbreak

Johnny Drille has revealed that his heartbreak songs do not come from personal experience. The singer, known for the heartbreak song "Ludo," confessed that he has never really experienced heartbreak in his own life. In a statement, he wrote: “Never really experienced real heartbreak firsthand, so for every time I’m gonna make a song about heartbreak, just know I’m making it up. But I promise you it’ll slap still.”

31Dec

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Johnny Drille, wife welcome first child

Johnny Drille and his wife have welcomed their first child, a daughter. The Nigerian singer, also known as John Ighodaro, took to his Instagram account to share the news with his followers. Their baby girl, named Amaris, was born on November 17, making her six weeks old as of now. In his Instagram post, Johnny Drille expressed the indescribable joy of holding his daughter for the first time. He also conveyed his deep sense of purpose in protecting and nurturing her, while praying to be the best father for their daughter. Johnny Drille tied the knot with Rima Tahini, a music executive who serves as the Director of Artiste and Repertoire (A&R) at Mavin Records, to which Johnny Drille is signed. The couple got married on July 4th earlier this year.

Johnny Drille, the Nigerian musician, and his wife celebrate the arrival of their first child

29Dec

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Johnny Drille, the Nigerian musician, and his wife celebrate the arrival of their first child

The birth of their daughter, Amaris, was announced by the Nigerian singer, John Ighodaro. Johnny Drille revealed this exciting news via his Instagram account on Thursday evening. He shared that their daughter, Amaris, was born on November 17 and is now six weeks old. Reflecting on the miracle of fatherhood, he expressed his deep sense of purpose and his prayers to be a great father to his daughter. In a heartfelt message to his wife, he praised her strength and grace in embracing motherhood, particularly during challenging times.

28Dec

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Singer JohnnyDrille and wife welcome a baby girl (video)

Singer John Ighodaro, also known as JohnnyDrille, and his wife Rima have recently become proud parents of a baby girl. Posting the joyful news on Instagram, Johnny Drille disclosed that their bundle of joy arrived in November. Their daughter has been named Amaris Esohe Ighodaro. In a heartfelt message, he wrote; “AMARIS ESOHE IGHODARO | 11.17.23 Six weeks ago today, we held in our arms our daughter for the first time. It’s hard to explain, but it’s the most miraculous thing I’ve ever known. Never felt a greater sense of purpose to protect and to nurture. Every day I pray to God to help me be the best father for our daughter, so help me God. Dear @rimouuune, I’m in awe of your strength. I...

Obaseki to host Rema’s Homecoming Concert in Benin

29Nov

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Obaseki to host Rema’s Homecoming Concert in Benin

Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has revealed plans to hold a grand Homecoming Music Concert for the Edo-born musical talent, Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, on December 21. Speaking to youths at the Sir Victor Uwaifo Creative Hub in Benin City, the state capital, Obaseki expressed his delight in bringing Rema back to his roots, as stated in a release by the state government. The governor announced, “By the grace of God, this Christmas, we will bring Rema home. Rema will have a Homecoming Concert.” Confirming the governor’s directive to organize the Christmas concert, Edo State Commissioner for Arts, Culture, and Tourism, Dr. Uyi Oduwa-Malaka, disclosed that the Homecoming Concert is slated to take place at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City on December 2...

Return of Don Jazzy on Stage, Performs Song with Johnny Drille and the Video Goes Viral

31Oct

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Return of Don Jazzy on Stage, Performs Song with Johnny Drille and the Video Goes Viral

A lot of responses were ignited as the event happened on the same night when Rema, another signee of Don Jazzy, created history by becoming the first African to perform at the Ballon d’Or. Collins Ajereh, popularly known as Don Jazzy, is a well-established Nigerian musician, music producer, and record label owner. A video of the experienced beatmaker's performance with his close friend and signee Johnny Drille has gained widespread attention. In the viral video, Don Jazzy was observed getting emotional while performing on stage. The event gained even more attention due to it happening on the same night as Rema's historic performance at the Ballon d’Or, which Don Jazzy surprisingly missed to perform on stage in Lagos. Don's performance was described as rare, making even diamonds env...

22Jul

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Victory Gbakara emerged as the winner of Nigerian Idol Season 8 and secured prizes worth millions of Naira, giving credit to Bigi brand for sponsoring the show.

Bigi Tropical His Favourite Beverage Drink In a fiercely contested finale between Precious Mac, Victory Gbakara won the Nigerian Idol Season 8 Musical Talent Show, surpassing 33 million votes. The show was proudly sponsored by the Bigi carbonated soft drink of Rite Foods Limited. From Left: Biola Aransiola, Assistant Brand Manager, Bigi Brand of Rite Foods Limited; with Victory Gbakara, Winner of Nigerian Idol Season 8; and Adebola Adeyinka, Assistant Marketing Manager, Rite Foods Limited; at the finale of the Bigi sponsored Nigerian Idol Season 8, on Sunday, 16th July, 2023, in Lagos Victory's prizes include N35million (Thirty-Five Million Naira) cash, a brand-new SUV, a Bigi branded refrigerator, a year's supply of Bigi soft drinks, a recording label, a DStv Explora fully ins...

Burna Boy, Davido, Asake lead 2023 Headies award nomination list (Full list)

12Jul

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Burna Boy, Davido, Asake lead 2023 Headies award nomination list (Full list)

The 16th edition of the Headies Awards has announced the nominees for its voting and non-voting categories, with Burna Boy leading with 11 nominations. The Album of the Year category will feature a battle between Burna Boy, Davido, Rema, Asake, Omah Lay, and Victony. The 2023 award will also recognize international artists who have made an impact in the Nigerian music industry. The nominees for the 2023 International Artiste of the Year Category include Drake, Future, Selena Gomez, Don Toliver, and Ed Sheeran. The full list of nominees includes multiple categories such as Best Recording of The Year, Album Of The Year, Song of The Year, Best Male Artiste, Best Female Artiste, Next Rated, Songwriter of The Year, Producer of The Year, Afrobeats Single of The Year, Best RnB Single, Best Rap...