Naija Entertainment: August 2012

Friday, August 31, 2012

Kannywood actor debuts in Nollywood

A multi-talented Kannywood actor cum singer, Sani Danja is gradually conquering the famous Nollywood industry, going by his recent exploits in the industry.

Obasanjo still fighting Eedris over Nigeria jaga jaga

About 10 years after ebullient rapper, Eedris Abdukareem, released a song titled Nigeria Jaga jaga, former President Olusegun Obasanjo is still angry with him.

Davido has officially signed his cousin and label mate Sina Adeleke better known as Sinarambo to his HKN label. The singing was done on the night of August 27, 2012.

VIDEO PREMIERE: Dagrin – If I Die ft. Styles P, Nasty J & SDC

The Posthumous Music Video for the IF I DIE Remix by Dagrin (one of the greatest rappers out of Nigeria) featuring Styles P from The LOX, Nasty J, and SDC.

Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Oprah Winfrey’s Annual Earnings Drop by $125 Million

Oprah Winfrey's annual earnings fell by a whopping $125 million last year, according to Forbes. The media mogul earned an estimated $165 million between May 2011 and May 2012, down from $290 million a year earlier.

Comedian I Go Dye acquires Cadillac Escalade and Range Rover SUV

The warri-born stand-up comic whose real name is Francis Agoda recently acquired two brand new cars - A brand new white Cadillac Escalade Hybrid 2012 Model for himself (of course he got the number plate customized!) and a Range Rover Evoque for his girlfriend Sharon.

Nigeria’s Hottest DJ, Jimmy Jatt, Signs with Spinlet

Spinlet has announced the signing of iconic jockey and Africa’s leading DJ, Jimmy Jatt, on to its platform.

Future Awards 2012 - See The Full List

The Future Awards (TFA) 2012 took place in Port Harcourt, Rivers State on August 26. Check out the list of winner for TFA 2012.

I want to use this opportunity to thank people who have responded positively to Debbie's case.

DavidO visited Debbie today August 27th 2012 at LUTH Hospital, Lagos. He also gave her a cheque of One Million Naira Cheque to Debbie the Breast Cancer for her treatment.

Bank: Access bank
Account no: 0000216933
Account name: Idiagbonya Osarere.
Sortcode - 044150039

And if you need to reach anyone for more details about Debbie's condition, then please call these numbers - 08096682757 or 08030968033

Kindly keep her in your prayers.

Thanks

Debbie has breast cancer and needs your help urgently

Idiagbonya Osarere Debbie is a medical technician who is suffering from 4th grade Invasive Ductal Carcinoma - cancer of the breast and its spreading really really fast. One of the breasts is condenmed already and it has moved to the second breast and her neck. She desperately needs N6 million for surgery and her family and friends say that she has barely one month more to live without surgery.

To donate to Debbie - Account details below
Bank: Access bank
Account no: 0000216933
Account name: Idiagbonya Osarere.

And if you need to reach anyone for more details about Debbie's condition, then please call these numbers - 08096682757 or 08030968033.

Don Jazzy saddened at link with donation

It has emerged that Don Jazzy, singer and Chief Executive of Mavin records, is not happy at the wide coverage given by the media to his donation of N2million to Funmi Lawal, a law student diagnosed with malignant sarcoma.

Davido has apologised to his UK fans for his decision to drop out of the forthcoming D’banj London Concert billed to hold today, Monday, August 27, 2012 at the HMV, Apollo, London.

VIDEO: Naeto C ft D’Banj – Tony Montana (Remix)

Official Video for the Smash Hit Tony Montana(Bad Pass) Remix featuring D Banj.

Light House Cinema hits Warri

The cinema bug steadily coming to life in Nigeria has hit Warri, Delta State. In recent years, the aspect of the entertainment industry the oil-hub city has been famous for is stand-up comedy, as it has produced a good number of comedians.

Popular blogger, Linda Ikeji, debuts in the August edition of Forbes Africa magazine, where she is dubbed Nigeria’s highest paid blogger.

Ghanaian group Wutah to sue Flavour

Defunct Ghanaian group,Wutah, may be heading to the law courts to seek redress over a case of copyright abuse against Nigerian high-life singer, Flavour N’abania.

Afro-reggae artiste, Friday Igweh, popularly called Baba Fryo, was on Tuesday morning beaten by some policemen for daring to advise them to show restraint in manhandling two ladies.

Jeremiah Gyang, wife welcome baby girl

As we speak, singer Jeremiah Gyang and wife are overjoyed at the birth of their first child, a baby girl.

As a result of some publication by a well-known magazine and on-line bloggers that American rapper and founder of G.O.O.D music, Kanye West, has stepped into the D’banj and Don Jazzy saga, to reconcile both, Don Jazzy has debunked the story, saying it is false.

VIDEO: O.B.O Concert Performance- Iyanya- Kukure

Iyanya performing at the Davido OBO Concert

VIDEO: O.B.O Concert Performances- Dbanj and Naeto C

D’Banj – OYATO | Naeto C ft D’Banj – Tony Montana (Remix)

Funke Akindele turns 36!

Nollywood actress and producer Funke Akindele Oloyede has turned 36 today!.

Wish her a Happy Birthday and all the best in life!

VIDEO: Wande Coal – Go Low

Mavin Records Presents the official video to Wande Coal’s single Go Low.

Directed By Mr Moe Musa and produced By Tunde Babalola. Check it out below! Awesome!

Tu Face, MI, Wizkid join spinlet

Nigeria’s premier digital music distribution company, Spinlet, has announced the signing of music stars, Tuface Idibia, MI, Wizkid and Eldee to its growing list which already includes Banky W, Darey Art Alade and Ice Prince, among others.

Video : Ikechukwu’s new single “Love me tonight”

Word Famous Academy(WFA) rapper Ikechukwu Onanaku also known as Ikechukwu or International killz, has released a new music video titled “Love me tonight”

OFFICIAL: P-Square and May D Part Ways! (No Square Records Deal Ever Existed!)

So, it turns out that May D and P-Square have decided to part ways. The news first broke out on social networking site, Twitter, over the weekend but we didn’t take it seriously… till a few hours ago. Here’s the official statement from Square Records below.

Nigeria's favourite R&B group is back with an energetic and exciting new single...Alive. The song is definitely one to keep you on your feet while laced with the unmistakable Styl-Plus Sound...Feel the beat of your Heart!