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HOW I SETTLED 30 YEARS RIFT BETWEEN TUNDE KELANI, BABA WANDE – DOTUN TAYLOR
Dotun Taylor, the Asoju Asa Oodua of Ife, has revealed his role in the reconciliation between Baba Wande, the actor, and Tunde Kelani, the movie producer. The decades-long dispute between both parties stemmed from royalty payments from the 1993 film ‘Ti Oluwa Ni Ile’. Taylor, in a statement on Saturday, said Adeyeye Ogunwusi, the Ooni of Ife,…
JIDE AWOBONA OPENS UP ON NOLLYWOOD RADIO: SHARING LESSONS, CHALLENGES, AND INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
In a recent interview on “Nollywood on Radio” with Seun Oloketuyi, Nollywood actor Jide Awobona shared his experiences, lessons learned, and industry perspectives. The candid conversation offered a unique glimpse into Awobona’s journey, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of his two-decade career in Nollywood. Key Takeaways: • Awobona emphasized the importance of humility and learning…
DOWNLOAD: REMA FT. SHALLIPOPI – BENIN BOYS
Rema and Shallipopi, the Nigerian singers, have teamed up for a new single titled ‘Benin Boys’. The 24-year-old Benin-born artistes announced the song’s release on streaming platforms on Friday. In ‘Benin Boys’, Rema and Shallipopi brag about their success as well as their rich culture, values, and people. “Touchdown Benin boys, gen-gen-gen/ Money yapa, money repete confirm/…
WATCH: KANAYO’S FILM ‘WEIGHT OF LOYALTY’ PREMIERES ON YOUTUBE
‘Weight of Loyalty’, a film produced by Kanayo O Kanayo, the Nollywood star, has been released on YouTube. The movie, which was premiered on the streaming platform on Friday, features actors such as Miriam Ogbonna, Miwa Olorunfemi, and Ichie Fuegbo. “Do you believe in FRIENDSHIP? This love will test your LOYALTY. Find out in this sizzling, hot movie…
THE BEAT OF INSPIRATION: TIMMY ADEOTI SHARES HIS PASSION FOR THE TALKING DRUM ON CLUB911 RADIO SHOW
In a recent interview on CLUB911 RADIO SHOW on 99.1fm Nigerian police radio Abuja, Timmy Adeoti sat down with DJSD to discuss his beloved talking drum. The conversation was a fascinating journey into Timmy’s world of music, culture, and inspiration. The Talking Drum: A Symbol of Heritage Timmy Adeoti, a talented musician and cultural enthusiast,…
VIDEO: HOW THE ROYAL FAMILY, LONDON ZOO ARE WELCOMING TAYLOR SWIFT’S ‘ERAS TOUR’
Taylor Swift started her first of eight “Eras Tour” shows in London on Friday night — and the British city is already ready for it. The official X account for the royal family posted a video of the British Army performing a rendition of Swift’s “Shake It Off” during the June 21 Changing the Guard at…
BURNA BOY TO HOLD FIRST FESTIVAL IN PORT HARCOURT DEC 21
Burna Boy, the award-winning Afrofusion star, is set to hold his first-ever music festival in Port Harcourt, Rivers state. The ‘Last Last’ hitmaker announced the five-day concert in his native city during an Instagram live session on Friday. Burna Boy revealed that the festival will be held between December 21 and 25. “We are trying to push the…
‘MORAYO’ IS A TRIBUTE ALBUM TO MY LATE MUM – WIZKID
Wizkid, the award-winning Nigerian singer, has opened up on the thought process behind ‘Morayo’, his forthcoming album. Speaking in an interview with Esquire, the ‘Bad To Me’ hitmaker said the album is a tribute to his late mother. The singer lost Jane Dolapo Balogun, his mother, in August 2023. She was buried in October of the same year. “It pays…
DAVIDO THREATENS TO SUE DAMMY KRANE FOR ‘DEFAMATION, CYBERBULLYING’
Davido has threatened to sue Dammy Krane over alleged defamation of character and cyberbullying. Krane, in a post via X on Friday, accused Davido of being a “murderer” while hurling curses at the ‘OBO’ hitmaker. He also shared a video of Davido and Chioma and alleged that the 31-year-old is getting married because “your girl caught you cheating”. Reacting to…
WHY I’M NO LONGER MOTIVATED BY MUSIC CHARTS, SALES – BEYONCE
Beyoncé, the Grammy-winning singer, says she is no longer motivated by music charts and sales. In an interview with Hollywood Reporter, the singer said her career grew to an extent where charts and numbers are no longer exciting. She said her latest album ‘Cowboy Carter’ is a testament to how she has poured her life, pain, growth,…