Nigerian singer, Tochukwu Gbubemi Ojogwu, professionally identified as Odumodublvck, found himself embroiled in a confrontation with security personnel during his attendance at a concert headlined by his fellow artist, Daniel Etiese Benson, BNXN.A circulating video on social media today captured the altercation, wherein Odumodublvck, accompanied by a group of individuals, encountered impediments preventing their entry into the concert venue. In his attempt to ensure the admission of those accompanying him, the singer engaged in a heated exchange of words with the security officers stationed at the entrance.The video documented Odumodublvck vociferously expressing his discontent, raising his voice as he grasped the clothing of one of the individuals involved in the dispute. Notably adorned in his signature red cap, the singer became a focal point in the escalating confrontation, with onlookers attempting to intervene and separate the parties involved.
As details surrounding the altercation at BNXN’s concert continue to emerge, the industry and fans alike are observing closely for any developments and responses from the parties involved, shedding light on the circumstances that led to this unexpected clash.
Nigerian singer and songwriter, Adekunle Kosoko, popularly known as Adekunle Gold, recently offered a glimpse into his visit to his ancestral home in Lagos, capturing the cultural significance of the occasion.Sharing the highlights of his visit on his Instastory on Monday, December 18, Adekunle Gold showcased moments of deep-rooted respect by prostrating before his uncle, The Oloja of Lagos, Prince Abiola Olojo-Kosoko, a significant figure in the renowned Kosoko ruling house.The artist, hailing from this distinguished lineage in Lagos, engaged in meaningful conversations with his uncle during the visit, emphasizing the cultural and familial connections.
The occasion was punctuated by a series of pictures, capturing the exchange between Adekunle Gold and The Oloja of Lagos, further reinforcing the artist’s connection to his heritage.
Adekunle Gold’s gesture of prostration and engagement with his ancestral roots adds a personal and cultural dimension to his public persona, resonating with fans and followers who appreciate the artist’s embrace of tradition and family ties.The images shared on social media serve not only as a documentation of the visit but also as a celebration of the rich cultural heritage that shapes Adekunle Gold’s identity.
Stefflon Don sparks rumours of getting back to Burna Boy. Days after rumours circulated on social media of Stefflon Don reuniting with Burna Boy and getting a car from the singer, the UK artist’s latest post on social media has sparked a conversation and debate amongst fans.The award-winning artist took to her social media platform to announce that she will be releasing the music video to her new song with Victony on Monday, December 18, 2023, but the additional caption to the post has been the focal point of a debate on social media as Stefflon Don confirmed that she is now in a relationship.It is believed that the Whats Popping artist further fueled debates and speculations as to who the new man might be with her post on social media.
Following a public break up, many are however of the opinion that the possibility of a reunion is highly unlikely.
Rumours and speculations have dominated social media about Wizkid’s relationship with his manager and mother of two of his sons Jada P following the singer’s recent post on social media.Wiz sparked a debate about his relationship with Jada P when he re-shared a picture the music executive posted of the two of them with her cropped out of the picture.Jada P had initially shared the image of the two of them who had been together at a recent event in Lagos that saw Wizkid and Davido meet up for the first time in several months.
The debate however started when Wizkid reshared the picture but its time Jada P was cropped out of the picture, many argued that the singer was trying to draw focus to his mother’s name tattooed on his hand while others stated that the singer was just messing around and the couple both understood what had happened and Wiz’s reason for doing so.Social media was buzzing and it led to Big Wiz taking down the photograph. There is no doubt about the mutual love and respect Jada P and Wiz both have for each other as they have been together for most of the time and the burial of his mother exhibited how much she means to him and his family.
Super Eagles and Napoli forward player, Victor Osimhen has been named the best player in the Serie A.The Italian Footballers’ Association Footballer of the Year named the Nigerian international the best player for the just concluded 2022/23 football season. The Nigerian was a key part of Napoli’s success last season which saw them clinch the Serie A title for the first time in 33 years.Victor Osimhen and his teammates won various awards during the ceremony which was held on Monday, December 4, 2023. The prestigious award had previously been won by the likes of Rafael Leao, Gianluigi Buffon, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
He was selected as the winner of the award due to his goalscoring contributions, as he scored 26 times during 32 Serie A appearances. The Nigerian performance also saw him nominated for various awards, which include the FIFA Best, the CAF award and the Balon d’Or.He was also included in the Serie team of the year alongside Mike Maignan, Giovanni Di Lorenzo, Kim Min-jae, Andrea Bastoni, Theo Hernández, Stanislav Lobotka, Hakan Çalhanoğlu, Nicolo Barella, Rafael Leão, and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
The Zeh Nation founder, Portable, was highly emotional after meeting internationally recognised British star Skepta in London.The controversial Nigerian singer and songwriter, Portable, linked up with the British rapper Skepta in London on Monday, December 4, 2023, before stepping out for the British Fashion Award later that evening.
Known for his usual antics and exaggerations, Portable did not surprise fans as he went all out, showing his excitement on meeting Skepta in a studio in London, United Kingdom.
Three days ago, Skepta took to X, formerly Twitter, asking for Portable with the caption ‘Portable Nibo Lowa’ (which translates to Portable where are you?) followed by a screenshot of his Instagram story where he had tagged Portable.
During his visit, Portable was gifted two bundles of Pounds and he immediately stuffed it stately.After his visit, Portable was seen in a video bragging that I’d he was given 100 million in pounds, no one would notice.
On the other hand, fans speculate that a new discord is brewing between the two stars. Skepta, who has created hit songs with Nigerian stars like Wizkid, Rema, and even the ostracized Naira Marley is rumoured to be taking Poetabke from a local to an international music stage.
Grammy award-winning producer David Guetta in a recent interview with Cool FM opened up on how the music industry in the US and UK see Ayra Starr.The multi-platinum-selling producer who recently worked with the Mavin princess on his new song ‘F U’ revealed in the interview how Ayra Starr is being perceived in the music industry in the West today.David Guetta revealed that the music industry in Los Angeles and London views Ayra Starr as the new Rihanna because of the uniqueness she possesses as an artist today.
He went on to add that Ayra possesses a uniqueness that is peculiar to only her and makes it easy and effortless for her to cross over as an artist into different cultures. He goes on to add that it is more than just talent as when they worked together in the studio he got to witness how much potential she has as an artist and also see that she can also go very far.David Guetta states that this is something he knows and he is hardly ever wrong with his intuitions
Mr Eazi in a recent interview opened up on the advise Wizkid had shared with him when Jay Z’s Roc Nation showed interest in signing his hit song ‘Skin Tight.’The singer opened up on how Roc Nation had shown interest in signing on the hit song Skin Tight on which he featured Efya.Mr Eazi made the revelation when he spoke on what drives him as an artist to do better.
He revealed that when Roc Nation had offered to sign on the song, Wizkid had told him to only consider the deal if it was a one that offered a life changing money.Mr Eazi revealed that he took Wizkid’s advice into consideration and at that time where he was in his career the amount might have been considered as such but based on the fact that he knew what he wanted to accomplish in future he didn’t sign the deal.
He also opened up on how many labels had offered to sign him in the past. He revealed that Olamide had been one of the artists who had shown interest in signing him and Yung6ix had even tried to get the label outfit Storm Records to also sign him.
Starboy Wizkid is no stranger to any music fan, so we compiled a list of the top 5 things you should know about the musical genius.Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, known popularly as Wizkid, is often regarded as an icon of the concept of afrobeats in Africa and the rest of the world today; it is not strange to see people being fascinated by the life of the artist, which is why we compiled a list of the top 5 things you should know about the artist.
5. How Old Is Wizkid?The superstar was born on the 16th of July 1990 and is currently 33 years old, this might not sound important, but people often get confused about the age of Wizkid based on his looks and how early he came into the music scene.
3. How Many Awards Has Wizkid Won?Wizkid, one of Africa’s most celebrated musicians, has received over 80 prestigious awards from various award-giving bodies worldwide, cementing his position as a talented and dedicated artist.The number of awards Wizkid has received is genuinely remarkable. He has been honoured with accolades from The Headies Awards to the MTV EMA Awards, from the AMA Awards to the Billboard Awards, and even the prestigious Grammy Awards. Each award represents a milestone in his career, highlighting his exceptional artistry and undeniable impact on the music world.Wizkid is an African artist who holds records for the most wins at significant awards such as the BET Awards, Soul Train Awards, iHeartRadio Awards, Billboard Awards, NAACP Awards, and MOBO Awards.
1. What Is Wizkid’s Net Worth?According to Statista, Wizkid is worth approximately 20 million dollars as of April 2021; the immense success of ‘Made In Lagos’ and his concerts at the end of 2021 can, however, skyrocket the amount in the updated list for 2023.From headlining major festivals such as Rolling Loud, Essence Festival and many more to announcing concert dates in an 80,000-capacity stadium, Wizkid’s career has continued to flourish; there is no doubt that he will continue to amass even more awards and recognition for his remarkable contributions to the music industry. He inspires aspiring artists, emphasizing talent, hard work, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Youngsters cite him as a role model, revealing how he advised them over time.
African music is now getting much-deserved recognition, and talented stars have been rewarded for their hard work.One award many covet has always been the Grammy Award, and we have had African acts that have received the award. In our little way of celebrating the growth of African music, here is a list of every African act and artist that has received a Grammy award.Categorising the Grammy Awards as one of music’s highly converted awards is no understatement; many often have mixed feelings as to why much relevance is placed on an artist securing a Grammy award before he or she can be viewed as an artist who has succeeded in the West.
For Western artists, the award itself is highly significant because, over time and in some instances, the Recording Academy has always celebrated talent and hard work. Accomplishing this, however, as an African act is something that is noteworthy and worth celebrating.This is the case because winning such an important and prestigious award is a testament to how far such an artist has come in the music industry and just how much people are paying attention to African music as a whole.
From legendary figures such as Fela Kuti to Angelique Kidjo and many more, African music has remained in the spotlight, and the evolution of African music is one that has been recognised and is now celebrated with a new category by the Recording Academy.Music has always been something African acts have always been passionate about; the crucial part is, however, receiving recognition for your passion. The Recording Academy has continued to reward artists for their excellence, and we have compiled a list of Africans who have continued to be recognized.
A notable figure in the history of South African music, Zenzile Miriam Makeba, a gifted singer and activist popularly known as Mama Africa, has a total of nine Grammy Award nominations under her belt. She became the first African artist in the award’s history to receive a Grammy award in 1964 with her collaborative album with Henry Belafonte, titled An Evening with Belafonte, in the Best Ethnic or Traditional Folk Recording category.
The first Nigerian to ever win a Grammy award, according to the Grammy Official website, was Sikiru Adepoju at the 53rd edition of the award ceremony. The talented artist won the Best Contemporary World Music Album for his contribution to the album, ‘Global Drum Project.’
List Of African Acts That Have Won A Grammy Award: Tems, Black Coffee, Miriam Makeba, Sikiru Adepoju, Tinariwen, Wouter Kellerman, Wizkid, Burna Boy, Youssou N’Dour, Soweto Gospel Choir, Ali Farka Toure, Angelique Kidjo, Ladysmith Black Mambazo
