YouTube says it has partnered with Raha Fest, a creative industry in Kenya, to host Ayra Starr’s first YouTube live concert in Nairobi. The Head of Music Sub-Saharan Africa at YouTube, Addy Awofisayo, said this in a statement on Friday in Lagos. Awofisayo said that YouTube was not just a platform for music, but a
Award-winning musician Wizkid has released his much anticipated single “Piece of My Heart,” featuring American singer-songwriter Brent Faiyaz. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the soul-stirring track released on Friday is the lead single from Wizkid’s upcoming album ‘Morayo’, which is set to drop on November 22. The Grammy-winning artist had earlier announced
Gospel singer, David Ogwu, popularly called David Nathan Ile has narrated how he is willing to spread God’s presence through his music. Nathan-Ile disclosed this in an interview with The PUNCH on Thursday. According to him, the world’s noise often drowns out spiritual reflection hence his willingness to let his voice cut through the situation
The wife of late Nollywood actor, John Okafor, popularly known as Mr. Ibu, Stella Maris, has paid tribute to her husband on what would have been his 63rd birthday. In an Instagram post on Thursday, accompanied by photos of their family, Stella shared fond memories of how Mr. Ibu cherished and celebrated his birthdays. “Today
K-pop megastar J-hope from BTS ended eighteen months of South Korean military service Thursday, and hailed the “sacrifice” of soldiers working to keep the country safe, as fans wept for joy at his return to the industry. The seven members of the world’s most popular boy band have been on a self-described “hiatus” since 2022
Music mogul Sean Combs is facing a batch of new lawsuits including one alleging he molested a minor, the legal team behind the filings announced Monday. The federal civil complaints filed in Manhattan were filed anonymously, two by women named as Jane Does and four by men identified as John Does. The allegations in them
Nollywood actress Adesua Etomi-Wellington has announced that she and her husband and singer, Bankole Wellington, widely known as Banky W, are expecting their second child. PUNCH Online reports that the couple got married in 2017 and welcomed their first child, Zaiah, in 2021. In a post on her Instagram page on Monday, the actress shared
Bridget Tychus, an international director with Lions International, tells NAOMI CHIMA about her membership of the association, and other issues What motivated you to join Lions International, and how has your journey with the organisation evolved since then? I was motivated to join Lions International 41 years ago because of my strong desire to serve
As the Big Brother Naija Season 9: No Loose Guard was wrapped up on Sunday, October 6, 2024, the widely popular reality TV show stands on the brink of celebrating nearly a decade of captivating audiences and shaping the careers of countless contestants. Over the years, the show has not only entertained but also transformed
When Raji Yakub, popularly known as London Tailor, told his family members that he wanted to study Clothing and Textiles, his decision did not go well with the family who wanted him to become a lawyer or doctor. He added that the family summoned a meeting to persuade him to change his mind, but he
An actor, Godwin Maduagu, who recently opened Qainoc Studios, has said that he went into that space in order to craft exciting stories. In an interview with Saturday Beats, he said, “The mission is to create compelling and diverse narratives that entertain, inspire, engage and connect audiences across various platforms. We are dedicated to producing
Actress, Folorunsho Adeola, popularly known as Arike Gold, has acknowledged that social media has had a positive impact on her business. She told Saturday Beats, “I love social media. I want it to remain the way it is because I make money from it through my business. Most of my customers are in the Diaspora.”
Popular content creator, Afeez Ojesanmi, popularly known as Salo, was reported to have been robbed of his jewellery and shot on the leg on Thursday, October 10, 2024, around the Lekki axis of Lagos State, and was subsequently taken to Perez Medcare Hospital, Lekki Phase 2. Making the announcement online, another TikToker, Tunde Perry, said
An actor, Godwin Maduagu, who recently opened Qainoc Studios, has said that he went into that space in order to craft exciting stories. In an interview with Saturday Beats, he said, “The mission is to create compelling and diverse narratives that entertain, inspire, engage and connect audiences across various platforms. We are dedicated to producing
The Music Society of Nigeria is set to host the 28th Muson Festival, themed, ‘Revival’, which signifies the anticipation of the revitalisation of MUSON despite the adverse trends in Nigeria’s economy. The festival will begin on Sunday, October 13, 2024, and end on October 27, at the Muson Center in Onikan, Lagos. At a press
The first runner-up in the just concluded Big Brother Naija (No Lose Guard) Season Nine, Wanni Dambaki, has shrugged off the claims by some people that on account of the altercations she had with some other housemates in the house, she exhibited traits of toxicity. Speaking with Saturday Beats barely 24 hours after leaving the
Onyeka Chigbo, the second runner-up in the recently concluded Big Brother Naija: No Loose Guard season, opened up about her close relationship with her elder sister, Chizoba who was also her partner on the show. In an interview with Saturday Beats, she clarified misconceptions about the dynamics of their relationship. “I’m not bossy with my
After several weeks of intense publicity across television, social media, radio, billboards, and newspapers, Wale Adenuga Productions has announced that the eagerly-anticipated ‘Papa Ajasco & Company: Gen Z Papi’ TV comedy will start airing on October 15, 2024. This new version of the multiple-award-winning comedy series follows the titular character— Papa Ajasco, aka Gen Z
In a night that sparkled with glamour and elegance, master of ceremonies and entrepreneur, MC Charlene, was recognised for her contributions in the entertainment emerged at the inaugural Global African Diaspora Awards held recently at the Park 8 Event Center in Texas, United States. The ceremony celebrated outstanding individuals from the global African diaspora, recognising
Afrobeats singer, songwriter and award-winner, Divine Ikubor, aka Rema, has graced the studios of CNN International this week on its magazine programme— African Voices Changemakers— sponsored by telecommunications company, Globacom. Rema gained recognition after posting a viral freestyle on Instagram to D’Prince’s song ‘Gucci Gang’. Wowed by his rare talent, D’Prince flew him to Lagos
