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HOW WIZKID JOKED WITH HIS ADMIRER ON STAGE
Written by Kayode Olorundare
DNigerian musician Wizkid, whose real name is Ayodeji Balogun, has disclosed that he is married. During a recent event, the award-winning singer revealed this while on stage. Wizkid was heard warning a woman not to go too near to him since he is married in one of the widely shared videos from the occasion.
I'm a married man, baby; stay away from me. My spouse and I are wed. I have my kids at home," he remarked. Whether the singer was making a joke or not is unknown. Currently, Wizkid is seeing his baby mama, Jada Pollock, who is also his manager.
Following the birth of their first child, Zion, in 2017, Wizkid and Pollock's relationship was first made public. A few years later, the couple welcomed another son, AJ. Recently, when Jada showed off what appeared to be a baby bump on social media, there have been rumors that they are expecting their third child.
WIZKID’S POPULAR ALBUM HITS ONE DECADE
Written by Kayode Olorundare
Ten years have passed since Wizkid's album "Ayo" was published. Among the album's prominent tracks is "Ojuelegba," which has become a huge success.
The mid-tempo track emphasized his contemplation of his ascent to fame, which began in Lagos' Ojuelegba neighborhood. The song struck a chord with audiences because it contained catchy melodies in both Yoruba and Pidgin English while also spreading a message of thankfulness, optimism, and endurance.
Rappers Skepta, a British-Nigerian, and Drake, a Canadian, were drawn to Ojuelegba's commercial success and decided to freestyle on what would eventually become the unauthorized remix. The song will be essential in the internationalization of Nigerian mainstream pop music since, a year later, Drake will include Wizkid in his worldwide hit song "One Dance." Through this partnership, Wizkid and Afrobeats will gain international recognition, helping to steer the genre toward success on a global scale. Wizkid's "Ojuelegba," released ten years ago, has become a legendary song with noticeable effects on the Nigerian music scene.
Federal officials detain Sean "Diddy" Combs in New York City. It was confirmed that federal officials from Homeland Security Investigations arrested Sean "Diddy" Combs on Monday night in New York City. Federal investigators detained Sean Combs earlier this evening based on a sealed indictment that the Southern District of New York filed, according to a statement released by the US Attorney for that district, Damian Williams. "We expect to move to unseal the indictment in the morning and will have more to say at that time." Inside Midtown Manhattan's Park Hyatt hotel, Combs was taken into custody, according to sources.
Before being taken to court on Tuesday for his arraignment, he will spend the night in federal prison. Combs' arrest was triggered by an indictment returned by a federal grand jury in Manhattan, according to sources who spoke with our correspondent. The accusations are still under seal. In a statement, Combs' attorney Marc Agnifilo addressed the news and referred to it as "an unjust prosecution." "We are disappointed in the U.S. Attorney's Office for their choice to press Mr. Combs' case, which we feel is unfair. Sean Agnifilo stated in the statement, "Diddy" Combs is a music icon, self-made businessman, devoted family guy, and established philanthropist who has dedicated the last thirty years to creating an empire, loving his kids, and striving for the betterment of the Black community.
Although he is not a criminal, he is an imperfect guy. Mr. Combs has been incredibly cooperative during this investigation, and last week he moved to New York voluntarily in preparation for these allegations. Kindly hold off on making decisions until you have all the information. "These actions are those of an innocent man who has nothing to conceal, and he is eager to clear his name in court," Agnifilo continued. Since Cassie Ventura, Combs' long-term girlfriend, made accusations in a civil complaint, the man has been the subject of an inquiry for more than a year.
After that, at least ten more cases were filed. Combs has refuted every one of the accusations. Federal agents raided Combs' houses in Miami and Los Angeles back in March, according to earlier reports from the authorities. At the time, a spokesman for Homeland Security Investigations stated in a statement that the operation was carried out as a component of an "ongoing investigation."
Federal officials detain Sean "Diddy" Combs in New York City. "He is not a criminal," the attorney for Combs declared in a statement. By Luke Barr and Aaron Katersky At 3:43 AM on September 17, 2024, or 2:33 Arrested in New York City is Sean Combs. Federal officers equipped with Homeland Security confirmed that federal officials from Homeland Security Investigations arrested Sean "Diddy" Combs on Monday night in New York City. Federal investigators detained Sean Combs earlier this evening based on a sealed indictment that the Southern District of New York filed, according to a statement released by the US Attorney for that district, Damian Williams.
"We expect to move to unseal the indictment in the morning and will have more to say at that time." According to sources, Combs was taken into custody at the Park Hyatt hotel located in Midtown Manhattan. Before his Tuesday arraignment, he will be held in federal detention for the night. Combs' arrest was triggered by an indictment delivered by a federal grand jury in Manhattan. The charges are still under seal. Marc Agnifilo, Combs' attorney, responded to the news in a statement, labeling it "an unjust prosecution." "We find it disappointing that the U.S. Attorney's Office has chosen to press Mr. Combs's case notwithstanding our belief that it is unfair.
Agnifilo added in the statement, "Sean "Diddy" Combs is a music icon, self-made businessman, devoted family guy, and established philanthropist who has dedicated the last thirty years to creating an empire, raising his children, and uplifting the Black community. MORE: A lieutenant provides testimony in the trial of the policemen suspected of fatally beating Tyre Nichols, saying, "He is not a criminal; he is an imperfect person." To his credit, Mr. Combs has cooperated fully with the inquiry, moving to New York last week on his own will in anticipation of the charges. Please wait to decide until you have all the information.
"These actions are those of an innocent man who has nothing to conceal, and he is eager to clear his name in court," Agnifilo continued. Since Cassie Ventura, Combs' long-term girlfriend, made accusations in a civil complaint, the man has been the subject of an inquiry for more than a year. Following were at least ten more lawsuits. In each case, Combs has refuted the accusations. Authorities had previously stated that federal agents had raided Combs' residences in Miami and Los Angeles back in March.
At the time, a spokesman for Homeland Security Investigations stated in a statement that the operation was carried out as a component of an "ongoing investigation." ADDITIONAL: Additional dangers in Springfield, Ohio Fear permeates the neighborhood when a college closes its campus. During the court-approved searches of Combs' two houses in late March, law enforcement and federal agents with Homeland Security Investigations had taken several electronic devices into custody. According to the sources, the hip-hop and liquor magnate was the target of FBI sex trafficking investigations, which included searches conducted in Los Angeles and Miami. As part of an investigation headed by prosecutors in the Southern District of New York, HSI officers flooded Combs' residences and collected evidence.
Never to be forgotten is the message Sylvester Stallone left behind: "Let me tell you something you already know... It's not always sunshine and rainbows in the world. No matter how strong you are, this place will bring you to your knees and hold you there forever if you allow it to. It's a really cruel and ugly place. Nobody is going to hit as hard as life—not me, nor you. However, it's not about how hard you strike.
It all comes down to how much you can withstand and yet keep going forward, as well as how hard you can be hit. That's the winning mentality. Go out there and get what you deserve if you already know what that worth is. However, you have to be prepared to accept setbacks and refrain from placing blame or claiming that someone else is the reason you aren't where you want to be. That's what cowards do, not you. You're not worthy of that.
SYLVESTER STALLONE AND HIS PET DOG BUTKUS
Written by Kayode Olorundare
Sylvester Stallone was so impoverished that he turned to selling his dog for $25, went homeless, and sold his wife's jewelry. Despite his financial difficulties, he turned down two additional offers and $125,000 after writing Rocky because they wouldn't let him start. After all, a studio offered him $35,000 for the screenplay and gave him the lead role.
Early in his career, Sylvester Stallone had to sell his dog, Butkus, for $40 because he was so short on funds. He paid $15K to repurchase the dog and gave him a part in the film Rocky after selling the screenplay for the film. Five years ago, Stallone told the tale of how, in 1971, at a difficult time, he fell in love with his dog, Butkus.
"I had two pairs of pants that barely fit, shoes with holes in them, and thoughts of success that were as far away as the sun when I was 26 years old, completely broke, and going nowhere very quickly. However, I had my dog, BUTKUS, who was my closest confidant and greatest buddy. He was the only living creature who accepted me for who I was and always smiled at my jokes." "We shared a flophouse above a subway stop, were both underweight and were always hungry.
I once said that this apartment had... Roaches are running, hot and cold. I couldn't afford food, so as circumstances became even worse, I had to sell him for $40 in front of a 7-Eleven. The Rocky screenplay then sold, and I was able to repurchase him, almost like a contemporary miracle. However, the new owner charged me $15,000 since he saw that I was desperate, but he was well worth the money." Butkus even had the opportunity to star in the first two films before he died in 1981; Rocky won an Oscar, and the two remained together forever.
NANCY CLAIMS THAT NIGERIA HAS BEEN GOOD TO HER
Written by Kayode Olorundare
Nancy Isime, an actress, has proclaimed her love and dedication to Nigeria with pride. She expressed her thankfulness and admiration for the opportunities and benefits she has gotten as a Nigerian in an interview with CreativiTEA. She emphasized the value of thankfulness and positivism while expressing concern about those who speak adversely about the nation all the time
"I worry about people who constantly say, 'Nigeria is bad,'" Isime said, acknowledging the important role Nigeria has had in her accomplishment. They are bringing negativity into a nation that ought to support them. That is not something I am capable of. Everything—notoriety, wealth, and the means to support my family and myself—has come from Nigeria. A small number of individuals give the impression that things shouldn't be the way they are.
Nancy Isime, an actress and talk show host, has also disclosed that, unlike other females, she never had marriage as a fantasy. Isime recently stated that her priorities were employment and financial freedom in an appearance on "Creativity Live with Lynda."
Isime emphasized her dedication to her art and said that earning her own money comes first.
The truth is, I'm afraid of the spotlight. I never had the kind of dreams young ladies did when they sat down to think about being married. "I once had aspirations of working and being wealthy. She said, "I can spend so much on myself that I can't imagine someone else taking the position that you wouldn't have this life if it weren't for me."
Isime, who has been employed since she was seventeen, stated that her objective is to become financially secure before taking an early retirement. "I have been employed since seventeen, and I aim to retire early. I'm working on everything I can now so that when I retire—which many believe is too soon—my accomplishments and portfolio will speak for themselves, the woman remarked. The actress also emphasized the need to savor the process instead of concentrating only on the outcome.
Before taking any action, we frequently want to see the finished product. We find the process unpleasant. She remarked, "I make a point of appreciating the process and the trip, realizing that you can never completely arrive. Isime stated, "People feel like struggles are something to be ashamed of; for me, it's not." about difficulties and challenges. You can scroll down my Instagram feed completely if you visit it. I keep everything because it serves as a kind of memory book for me.
Isime also discussed the significance of laying a solid foundation, drawing a parallel between her experience and a biblical idea. A passage in the Bible says that when you lay your foundation on Christ, it's like building on a rock; when the rain comes, it stays put. I've built my way through life in this manner," she continued.
WHY BABA WANDE IS NOT APPEARING IN NEW MOVIES
Written by Kayode Olorundare
The seasoned Yoruba film actor Kareem Adepoju, better known by his stage as Baba Wande, has shared his reasons for quitting acting as well as the one thing that would motivate him to take a role in a film offered by one of his peers. In a video featuring an interactive session with Kunle Afod, which was uploaded on Kunleafod TV's official YouTube account, he said that he had given up acting because he had received an offer of 70,000 naira to work in two different states. He claimed in his statement, "I no longer visit movie theaters because the compensation they offer is completely depressing.
I stopped doing motion pictures because I was paid 70,000 naira for a role in two states. "I can't handle that amount in any manner, especially given the state of affairs in the nation and the present fuel shortage. I might think about going to performing films if I get a good-paying movie role offered to me."
In response to a question concerning his relationship with Onwenu, the singer said, "I can't explain it; you know if they give you the news of a loved one's death who has to do with your life and also your work." "She's not just an ordinary woman; she was someone who would sit down with you and she used to say, 'Can I chip in some advice?' and the advice was always correct," he said.
She used to be more active than I was; she was more involved in group music projects. It was always lovely when she would tap me and say, 'Sunny, let's take it this way,'" he said. The news of Onyeka Onwenu's death on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, rocked the country. She was supposed to have slumped after her performance at Stella Okoli's birthday celebration that night, but she inexplicably passed away.
After that, she was taken to Reddington Hospital by ambulance, but sadly, she did not survive. "It is very sad," stated an eyewitness at the party who told the newspaper that the horrible occurrence had occurred. Following her performance at Mrs. Stella Okoli's birthday celebration today, Onyeka Onwenu slumped. She was brought to
Reddington Hospital and she was unable to attend."
Habeeb Okikiola, better known by his stage name Portable Omolalomi, is a controversial singer-songwriter. He has cautioned his colleagues and fans about what they say or share on social media to avoid getting into trouble with the law. He claimed that since government officials keep an eye on social media happenings, his warning should be heeded.
He told his friend Sam Larry and Singer Naira Marley, the Inspector-General of Police, about his previous incident. In a video clip that was uploaded to his Instagram page, Portable said that the IGP had ordered his arrest because of remarks he had made on social media that Sam Larry had brought to the attention of the state. He said that Naira Marley's forgiveness was the only reason the IGP freed him on compassionate grounds.
David Adeleke, better known by his stage as Davido, is an award-winning artist who has called his wedding day to longtime love Chioma Rowland the happiest day of his life. In a video clip posted online, the thrilled musician was heard expressing his satisfaction with the choice to marry his sweetheart. "I feel wonderful. My life's greatest day is now. It's a wonderful day. The short clip features Davido saying, "We are here to receive our wife." Lagos State hosted the wedding, which drew dignitaries such as governors, prominent traditional rulers, and celebrities, among others. On Tuesday, the event became the most trending event in the nation.
The wedding of the well-known couple, #Chivido2024, attracted a lot of interest and excitement from the public and media, who inundated the internet with images and videos from the event. A new sport utility vehicle from GAC Motors, a well-known automaker, was given to Davido and his wife Chioma as a side event at the historic occasion.
"As a wedding present, GAC Motor Nigeria sent Davido and his bride a brand-new GAC Motor 2024 GN8 MPV. #Davido #TheChefChi Best wishes. In a caption for a video it posted on Instagram on Tuesday, the firm said, "On behalf of the Chairman CIG MOTORS GROUP - CHIEF DIANA CHEN."
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Odumodublvck, a controversial rapper, asserted that Tems and Ayra Starr have contributed more to the Nigerian music scene than Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti and Afrobeats megastars Burna Boy and Wizkid.
Being a successful female artist is the hardest job in the world, in his opinion. Odumodublvck was mentioned in a recent Madame Joyce-hosted podcast called "Cocktails & Takeaways."
"I was traveling to London on the same flight as Don Awon, Tems' manager," he remarked. Big ups, you did it, Tems, I told him. The combined efforts of you and Ayra Starr surpass the accomplishments of Wizkid, Burna Boy, and even Fela. Anywhere you quote me, please. As a female artist, you should know that five out of ten show promoters, five out of ten producers, and five out of ten artists you look up to and depend on for support want to have sex with you. I couldn't fathom being in that circumstance. And you still produce quality music despite avoiding all of those things. Recall that being a woman is the hardest job in the world. With over 100 million artists worldwide, being an artist is the second hardest job in the world. With dozens of songs released every day, how will you stand out from the crowd? Why ought they to pay attention to yours?
It's not as though you work for a job where your compensation is assured. There is never a guarantee of remuneration for artists; you have to produce their work to get paid. My first cheque that was in good order took me roughly six years. Imagine, then, that you may succeed while being both a hottie and an artist. That is quite remarkable. The albums "The Year I Turned 21" by Ayra Starr and "Born In The Wild" by Tems were just released.
Born in the Wild, which peaked at number 56, became the highest-peaking album by a female Nigerian singer, while The Year I Turned 21 became the first album by a female Nigerian artist to debut on the US Billboard 200.
Prepare to be transported to 18th-century Nigeria when the biopic "House of Ga'a," directed by Bolanle Austen-Peters, debuts on Netflix on July 26.
In "House of Ga'a," the story of Bashorun Ga'a, a cunning kingmaker who used voodoo and trickery to gain power before his blood brought him to an end, is told. Mike Afolarin, Funke Akindele, Femi Branch, Toyin Abraham, Ibrahim Chatta, Dele Odule, Bimbo Manuel, Lateef Adedimeji, Femi Adebayo, Gabriel Afolayan, Jide “JBlaze” Oyegbile, Seun Akindele, Yemi Blaq, Adeniyi Johnson, Muyiwa Ademola, Willam Benson, Gbenga Titiloye, and Kunle Coker are among the renowned actors in the ensemble.
Hip-hop musician Portable, whose real name is Habeeb Okikiola, has expressed gratitude to his colleague Davido for giving him the "royal treatment." This happens after Davido gives the singer expensive shoes and takes him out to supper.
During a recent live video chat, the DMW singer promised to take Portable out because the latter is now in the United States. After meeting in Atlanta, Georgia, the couple enjoyed a fancy meal with friends and coworkers.
Pictures that have been circulated online depict the two of them enjoying a lavish supper and equally delicious drinks. Portable was even more happy as Davido gave him a pair of expensive shoes. He thanked Davido for his blessing and posted JPGs and videos from their dinner on his Instagram feed. "Blessed be @davido, who will help you and not stress you out," he added.
Fans responded to this with a variety of viewpoints in the post's comment area. "You can't make it in this life again if you don't like Davido," said @bella_pearl. "Make Nigerian youths kill themselves because they are different colored," said @fab_vapour. Watch this video to see how love and collaboration can have power. Give up murdering your brothers, cousins, and friends because of gangs. "We rise by lifting others," said @nebs1881. @Davido excellent work; please extend your grace. "If you have a good heart, good things will always come to you and people around you," said @fashman84.
@odareemmanuel: "You would have to work harder, get on the ladder, and be on the same platform as some individuals before they see you. That was one lesson I learned early in life. Getting assistance below the platform is not common. You work your way up, and when you're visible and not invisible, anyone who wants to assist you should come get you.