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I am not a social media person-Emperor Geezy

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I am not a social media person-Emperor Geezy

Businessman and music executive, Emperor Geezy, has explained why he is not active on social media platforms.

Born Festus Ehimare, Emperor Geezy is the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of G-Worldwide Entertainment.

He said his oftentimes long absence on social media platforms was to ensure he pushed out quality content rather than clout-chasing.

Sharing his plans for the Nigerian entertainment industry in a statement on Monday, Geezy said his commitment to seeking talents in Nigeria and across Africa has limited his online presence.

According to him, G-Worldwide Entertainment as an incubator for new talent and a hub for African music is raising the bar for not just Nigerian musicians and actors, but also for Africa as a whole.

“I got A&R in and outside African countries in search of great talent. My motto is one of the reasons I only show up on social media with something new, and not, cloud chasing.

As a businessman, owning multiple businesses in Nigeria has made me more of an introvert for social media”.

He, however, said his absence on social media “doesn’t limit me from socializing behind the scenes; but not on social media, real-life stuff”.

On his plans for the industry, Emperor Geezy said he would be focusing on growth and committed to creating the right environment for talents to flourish.

“G-Worldwide is not just a record label, but a 360-entertainment company, housing a music and movie production division and providing the best of our services on music recording, music publishing, music and film distribution, film production, talent management, film promotion, promotional recording, radio promotion, and a lot more.

“As industry experts, we focus on growth and creating a conducive environment for talents in the entertainment industry,” he said.

Talents discovered by Emperor Geezy include Iceberg Slim, Kizz Daniel, Sugarboy, and DJ Shabsy.

 

Eedris Abdulkareem Reveals why his wife donated her kidney to him

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Eedris Abdulkareem Reveals why his wife donated her kidney to him

The famous Nigerian hip-hop act, Eedris Abdulkareem, Saturday, revealed that his wife, Yetunde, is his kidney donor.

The musician, who went public with his kidney ailment in July, revealed this at Freedom Vibes 6.0, a colloquium organised in his honour at Freedom Park, Lagos.

The musician, who went public with his kidney ailment in July, revealed this at Freedom Vibes 6.0, a colloquium organised in his honour at Freedom Park, Lagos.

Eedris, 48, said: “I am shouting to my wife. I’m talking about the first time we went to see our doctor; the doctor said they don’t encourage kidney harvesting, selling of kidneys and all that, that the donor has to be a family member, a friend, you know; whether your daughter or your brother or your son, you know”.

“So right there, my wife decided to take all the tests, and from all the tests she took, everything came out positive that she was compatible with me. So I’m giving God the glory and thank God that I don’t have to wait for one year or two years because I know it’s not easy”.

It is the first time the outspoken singer would confirm the identity of his kidney donor.

Eedris wedded his wife in 2003; they have three children together.

Until recently, his wife had managed to maintain a low profile despite being married to a celebrity.

The singer, who joined the event via zoom, didn’t look like his typical self but managed to give an impressive speech.

 

 

 

 

#Bbnaija S7: Khalid confirm his relationship with Daniella

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#Bbnaija S7: Khalid confirm his relationship with Daniella

Evicted Big Brother Naija housemate, Khalid has spoken about his relationship with Daniella.

Khalid, who was evicted during the live show on Sunday, told Ebuka that his relationship with Daniella is serious.

He said although he didn’t plan on having a relationship in the show, it happened fast.

“It was quick, I knew I said I didn’t want a relationship but it hit me like a bus. It is serious.”

When asked how he felt about his eviction he said, “It’s a lot of emotion right now. I’m just grateful.”

Daniella and Khalid had been criticized for ‘making love’ in the house.

Both ‘Level up’ housemates were seen ‘making love’ under the duvet last Sunday night.

The videos showing their act have since gone viral and stirred reactions online.

Wadume, two others sentenced to seven years

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Wadume, two others sentenced to seven years

Suspected kidnap kingpin, Hamisu Bala, aka Wadume, has been convicted and sentenced to seven years imprisonment.

Justice Binta Nyako convicted Wadume on counts two and 10 of the  13-count charge brought against him and six others by the office of the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) on behalf of the Federal Government.

Other defendants in the charge marked: FHC/ABJ/CR/30/2020 are: Aliyu Dadje (a police inspector), Auwalu Bala (aka omo razor), Uba Bala (aka Uba Delu), Bashir Wazlri (aka baba runs), Zubairu Abdullahi (aka Basho) and Rayyanu Abdul.

Justice Nyako, in the judgment delivered on July 22 this year, details of which The Nation obtained on Sunday, upheld the case of the prosecution team, which included Labaran Magaji and Mrs. Yetunde Cole, as it relates to five out of the seven defendants.

Justice Nyako also convicted and sentenced Inspector Dadje to three years on count seven, in which he was accused of tampering with police record to conceal a crime.

Dadje, who was a Station Officer at the Ibi Divisional Police Headquarters, Ibi Local Government Area, Taraba State was said to have, in August 2019, “willfully tampered with the entry made by the leader of the IGP IRT team, Inspector Felix Adolije, by tearing off the entry page to cover up for Captain Tijani Ahmed Balarabe and his team” upon knowing that an offence of terrorism had been committed by Capt. Balarabe and his team, who attacked and killed three members of the IGP IRT team and two civilians who were in Ibi, Taraba State to make lawful arrest.

Justice Nyako equally convicted and sentenced Uba Bala (aka Uba Delu) and Zubairu Abdullahi (aka Basho) to seven years each on counts three, four, five, six and 11.

The duo was, in the four counts, were charged with illegal possession and unlawful dealing in prohibited firearms and ammunition.

Justice Nyako also convicted and sentenced Abdul to three years for harbouring Wadume in his house in Kano after Wadume’s escape from police custody in Ibi.

The judge struck out count one, in which Wadume was charged with kidnaping Usman Garba (aka Mayo) and collecting N106million before releasing him.

She however discharged and acquitted  Auwalu Bala (aka Omo Razor) and Bashir Wazlri (aka Baba Runs), who were listed as the 3rd and 5th defendants, for want of evidence.

 

 

 

 

 

Meet The man who drove bus from London to Lagos

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Meet The man who drove bus from London to Lagos

A Nigerian based in the United Kingdom, Babatunde Tomori, has shared with us what motivated him to drive his ‘Danfo’ from London to Lagos.

Tomori reveals some of the highlights of his travel across the continents, the people he met and he expressed a desire to travel as far as South Africa.

 

Joshua accolade to Usyk

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Joshua accolade to Usyk

Anthony Joshua has reserved special praise for his heavyweight counterpart Oleksandr Usyk ahead of their upcoming world championship fight at the Jeddah Super Dome in Saudi Arabia on August 20.

Usyk dominated the Englishman during their previous Wembley bout that saw Joshua lose his world title belts for the second time in his career.

Despite cutting a more brash attitude in the build-up to the rematch, Joshua demonstrated his respect for Usyk who stayed to fight in Ukraine when Russia began their invasion of his homeland.

The 35-year-old was part of the Ukraine Defence Battalion and was responsible for going out on patrols as Usyk joined the frontline to protect his country from invaders.

The world champion eventually departed Ukraine after being urged by injured victims of the war to leave and begin training for his heavyweight showdown in the middle east.

Joshua, 32, took time to honour his rival’s commitments to fighting for his country, admitting he would have done the same to protect his home.

“If it was me, yes, it would definitely have an impact and I don’t know if it would be positive or negative.

I don’t know how I would deal with it but I know it would be tough.

“I have never lived in anything like a conflict like that, so I don’t know the sort of ramifications it would have on me.

“I respect what he has done 100 per cent. It’s his home, isn’t it — you have to defend your home.

“It is such a shame that civilians get the worst end of the bargain in wars, when it is a political issue. He is just trying to defend his community so I respect him.

“I think I would have done the same, not as a boxer or a warrior, just as a general person.

Joshua, from Watford, has endured a very different build-up to his meeting with Usyk, first jetting off on a global trip to find a new trainer, before settling with serial winner Robert Garcia as he ditched long-standing trainer Rob McCracken.

Joshua also admitted the rescheduling of the fight was no issue for his camp as they wanted to give Usyk all the time he needed to prepare for his heavyweight title defence

 

 

Ilebaye, Khalid evicted from BBNaija S7

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Ilebaye, Khalid evicted from BBNaija S7

The Big Brother Naija season 7 held its second live eviction show on Sunday evening and two housemates were disqualified.

Ilebaye and Khalid became the third and fourth housemates to leave the show respectively.

The show host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, made the announcement during the live show, which also featured electrifying performances from Mavin’s Crayon and Magixx.

Earlier in the week, Adekunle from Level 1 became the Head of House and he was given the power to nominate five housemates from Level 1 for possible eviction.

Adekunle nominated Ilebaye, Khalid, Groovy, Phyna, and Bryann for possible eviction.

Following the votes from the viewers, Ilebaye and Khalid were ushered out of Big Brother house after coming bottom in the list.

Khalid’s eviction was welcomed with tears from Daniella, who is in a romantic relationship with the latest evictees.

After his eviction, Khalid noted that his relationship with Daniella was “serious” during his stay in the house.

The duo had caused a stir in the house and for the audience following their sexual activities under the duvet.

Christy O and Cyph from the Level 2 house became the first evictees for the season during the live show last week.

Before the show last week, Big Brother had disqualified ex-Miss Nigeria, Beauty Tukura, after she received double strikes for breaking the house rules.

With Khalid and Ilebaye’s latest eviction, only 19 real housemates are on the show.

While Deji and Modella are fake housemates, Rachel and Chizzy are Riders.

 

 

Tems blow out global music record

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Tems blow out global music record

Nigerian female sensation, Temilade ‘Tems‘ Openiyi has made music history yet again after breaking another record.

Since she set out with her melodious track entitled, ‘Try Me’ in 2019, Tems has continued to warm the hearts of the world till she got meritorious attention a few years ago.

“Things are changing for sure. I think more women are believing in themselves, I think more women are coming out and realising that they can do it,” Tems said in a recent interview.

She added: “When things like that happen, the economy opens up. Conversations open up and there’s more spotlight on the whole country because it’s not just about the men. There’s now something new, something fresh, something different.”

Currently, the singer and songwriter is topping US Billboard Hot 100 chart as she becomes the first African artist to have five entries on the world chart, and Nigerian with the most entries.
This is coming with her recent affiliation with Beyonce on a single entitled, ‘Move’ debuting at number 55 on the chart, dated August 13, 2022.

 

 

 

I would have had 12 children- Pastor Adeboye

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I would have had 12 children- Pastor Adeboye

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has said he would have had 12 biological children.

Adeboye, however, said that what he could not have himself biologically, he had through thousands of his church members whom he tagged his “spiritual children”.

The octogenarian preacher stated this on Saturday during the Holy Ghost Service of the 70th Annual Convention of the church which was held at RCCG International Headquarters situated along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.

Adeboye said 67 babies – 41 boys and 26 girls – were delivered at Redemption City during the one-week programme as of Saturday morning.

The programme, with the theme, “Perfect Jubilee,” began on Monday, August 8 and will end on Sunday, August 14, 2022.

The former Mathematics lecturer at the University of Lagos and University of Ilorin said the RCCG is “a mission where God multiplies and very soon, there will be nothing called barrenness in our midst”.

When he asked church members who had their babies in the last one year to come out, our correspondent observed that a large number of parents danced forward with their babies to the altar areas both in the new and old auditoriums of the church.

See the homes where there used to be sorrow but now there is joy. I love children because my father in heaven loves them. If I had my way, I would have had 12 of my own but what I couldn’t have biologically, I can now have,” Adeboye said as he received the women and their babies.

He added that God asked him to name what he wanted for this year’s convention of the church and he asked for babies. He said God promised him 110,000 babies for waiting couples.

While speaking on the influx of worshippers at this year’s convention, Adeboye said the church would build more dormitories before next year to accommodate the overflow.

 

 

Kizz Daniel performs free show for Tanzanian fans

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Kizz Daniel performs free show for Tanzanian fans

Singer, Oluwatobiloba Anidugbe, aka Kizz Daniel, fulfilled his promise to perform for free for his fans in Tanzania on Friday, August 12, 2022, after he had earlier disappointed them.

The singer put up an impressive performance to the excitement of his fans as they sang along to some of his hit songs including Buga, Oshe, Mama and Yeba.

At a point during his performance, he paused and said, “I want to know if I have the real Kizz Daniel fans in the building tonight. I am talking about the fans from 2014 because I want to test you guys and you have to pass the test. Are you ready to pass the test?”

He then performed some of his other hit songs such as Woju, Laye and One Ticket.

However, his performance had some disruptions due to the poor sound from the technical crew. He had to abandon his live band and rely on the disc jockey for the rest of his performance.

One of the highlights of the show was when he brought out the flag of Tanzania on stage, and apologised for failing to perform last Sunday. Also, his outfit was in the colours of the country’s flag.

After he performed Buga, he said, “I think I have to come back because I owe you guys a proper show because this sound is not making me enjoy my performance tonight. I promise you guys that I will come back. I love you and I thank you and the promoters for coming out tonight.”

Recall that on Sunday, August, 7, 2022, the singer failed to perform at a show he was contracted to perform at in the East African country. This angered fans who went on to destroy properties at the venue of the show. The singer was consequently arrested by the police.

 

 

 

 

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