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Wizkid says new album for better Nigeria

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Nigerian musician, Wizkid, says its new album, Made in Lagos, released via Starboy/Sony Music International/RCA Records, is in support of the Nigerian youth and their struggle for a better nation.

The album was dropped on Friday, 30 October, 2020.

Made in Lagos is expected to inspire listeners with the unique sound, live instrumentation and vibes of Lagos, but will celebrate Wizkid’s love and appreciation for where he comes from and his inspirational journey with standout tracks such as “Blessed” and “Reckless.”

The 14-track project has features from a group of chart-topping artists such as Burna Boy, Skepta, Damian Marley, H.E.R. Ella Mai and Starboy Entertainment’s youngest signeeTerri.

Originally scheduled for release on Thursday, October 15, 2020, Wizkid said he dedicated the project to the citizens of Nigeria in their crusade against police brutality.

He says, “It has been beautiful to see Nigerians around the world coming together to protest against police brutality.

“Unity is key. The youth of Nigeria need our collective voices to continue to shine spotlight on what is happening inside the country. I want to play my part in this and in the movement for a better Nigeria, a better place to live for ourselves, our families – our communities. We will get through this together. Together we move. #EndSARS.”

He listed tracks in Made in Lagos as

01 Reckless

02 Ginger feat. Burna Boy

03 Longtime feat. Skepta

04 Mighty Wine

05 Blessed feat. Damian Marley

06 Smile feat. H.E.R.

07 Piece of Me feat. Ella Mai

08 No Stress

09 True Love feat. Tay Iwar & Projexx

10 Sweet One

11 Essence feat. Tems

12 Roma feat. Terri

13 Gyrate

14 Grace

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Angel, 2 other housemates evicted from BBNaija All Stars

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The ongoing Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) All Stars edition on Sunday witnessed the eviction of housemates Venita Akpofure, Soma and Angel.

The show host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu announced the eviction on Sunday.

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Housemates up for possible eviction for the week were earlier announced as: Adekunle, Pere, Venita, Soma and Angel.

CeeC, Mercy, Ilebaye and Cross are already finalists for this year’s edition.

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Fuji musician, KWAM 1, completes 7-day seclusion rites

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Fuji musician, KWAM 1, completes 7-day seclusion rites

Popular Nigerian Fuji musician King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, known as KWAM 1, has emerged from seclusion after completing a seven-day traditional rite.

He was seen dressed in white regalia, adorned with leopard skin, exiting his Ojushagbola family house with his wife, Emmanuella Ropo.

This period of seclusion was in honour of his new and prestigious chieftaincy title, recently bestowed upon him in his hometown of Ijebu-Ode.

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The title, “Olori Omo Oba Akile Ijebu,” was graciously given to K1 by the Awujale of Ijebu Land, HRM Oba (Dr.) Sikiru Kayode Adetona, Ogbagba Agbotewole II.

Previously held by the late Balogun, the title symbolised the strength and dignity of the Ijebu people.

KWAM 1’s attainment of this prestigious title reflects his remarkable contributions to the enhancement of Ijebuland’s reputation and, by extension, the entire Yorubaland.

Prior to this latest honour, he had already earned the title of Mayegun of Yorubaland, which further solidified his status as a respected figure in the Yoruba community.

Fuji musician, KWAM 1, completes 7-day seclusion rites

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Burna Boy’s concert in South Africa cancelled over alleged theft

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Burna Boy’s concert in South Africa cancelled over alleged theft

A concert scheduled for Burna Boy in South Africa was reportedly cancelled due to R10 million theft allegations.

The Afro-fusion singer was expected to perform at the FNB Stadium in Johannesburg on September 23.

Burna Boy, however, called off the event over organisers’ inability to meet their “contractual, financial, production, and technical obligations”.

The Nigerian singer also dismissed claims that the concert was cancelled due to low ticket sales.

However, according to a report, a R10 million fraud case was what led to the cancellation of Burna Boy’s concert in Johannesburg.

Sowetan Live reports that Sedote Nwachukwu, the CEO of Ternary Media Group, the entertainment company organising the ‘Twice as Tall’ hitmaker’s concert, is accused of stealing the amount from the show’s budget.

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The South African daily newspaper added that a case of fraud was opened by Nwachukwu’s business partner Gregory Wings at the Sandton police station.

Nwachukwu, who was also relieved of his duties, however, denied the allegation in a chat with News24.

“The allegations made against me is that I did not pay these people,” he said.

“The production budget ballooned from $200 000 to $665 000, which we did not account for due to the ever-changing production equipment that was added only one week prior to the event. This obviously impeded the event.”

In a statement on Wednesday, the entertainment company announced a leadership transition.

“Due to pending legal proceedings related to an upcoming Burna Boy concert in Johannesburg, the event has been postponed,” the statement reads.

“In light of the allegations of misconduct, Ternary Media Group has relieved Mr [Sedote] Nwachukwu of his CEO responsibilities until further notice.”

Last Thursday, Pro Tickets changed the status of Burna Boy’s concert from postponed to cancelled following the allegations.

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