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BREAKING: Quincy Jones, Michael Jackson’s producer, dies at 91

BREAKING: Quincy Jones, Michael Jackson's producer, dies at 91

The news of his passing was revealed by his publicist Arnold Robinson on November 4, 2024. His family shared a heartfelt statement, saying, “Tonight, with full but broken hearts, we must share the news of our father and brother Quincy Jones’ passing. And although this is an incredible loss for our family, we celebrate the great life that he lived …

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I used humour to make people like me – Taymesan speaks on trauma

I used humour to make people like me - Taymesan speaks on trauma

During his interview with Pulse Nigeria, he spoke on his upbringing being raised by his grandmother, as opposed to his mum and dad, stressing that he initially didn’t have any issues with it. He explained, “I didn’t exactly feel any type of way when I was growing up because I thought that was the normal family setting. My granny was …

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Femi Adebayo wins big, emerges best supporting actor at 20th AMAA

Femi Adebayo wins big, emerges best supporting actor at 20th AMAA

Adebayo’s “Jagun Jagun” which earlier attracted seven nominations, also clinched the Achievement Award in visual effect and make-up respectively. Actress Elsie Abang won the ‘Best Actress in Supporting Role’ in “KIPKEMBOI”, while Michell Lemuya emerged the ‘Best Young Promising Actor’ in “NAWI”. Also, Zolisa Xaluva won ‘Best Actor in Leading Role’ in “The Queenstown King”, while Jackie Appiah Emery ‘Best …

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AMAA 2024: Femi Kuti, 9ice set to dazzle as African film icons gather in Lagos

AMAA 2024: Femi Kuti, 9ice set to dazzle as African film icons gather in Lagos

This year’s AMAA, which will be held at the Balmoral Convention Centre in Ikeja, will bring together over 60 notable figures from Africa’s film industry. “We’re thrilled to host some of the continent’s most accomplished creatives,” Anih said. “This year’s AMAA will be unforgettable with the talent we have on board.” L-R: Sunny McDon, AMAA CEO Dr Raymond Anyiam-Osigwe, COO …

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Wizkid’s ‘Joro’ becomes reaches new milestone in the United States

Wizkid's 'Joro' becomes reaches new milestone in the United States

Wizkid’s ‘Joro’ released in September 2019 is now eligible for an RIAA gold certification after it reached 500,000 units in sales in the United States. Since its release, the single has enjoyed success both in Nigeria and internationally where it contributed to the global exportation of Afrobeats. ‘Joro’ adds to Wizkid’s list of RIAA certifications which extends his record as …

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I am not an advocate for divorce – May Yul Edochie reacts to backlash from men

I am not an advocate for divorce - May Yul Edochie reacts to backlash from men

During her recent interview with actor and comedian AY Makun on the latest episode of his Glasshouse podcast, the actress sought to clarify a long-standing misconception about herself. “Some men see me as someone who is misleading their wives,” she stated to clear the air. She explained her stance on family, emphasising that she deeply values marriage as a foundational …

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Shallopopi recruits Olamide for new single ‘Order’

Shallopopi recruits Olamide for new single 'Order'

The uptempo Amapiano and Afrobeats fusion carries the breathless elements of the street genre called Mara popularised by talents like DJ YK Mule. The Mara sound was adopted by Rema on his sophomore album ‘HEIS’ as evidenced on tracks like ‘Ozeba’ and ‘Azaman’. Shallopopi sprinkled the track with his Benin Pidgin English slang while Olamide delivered a swaggering verse that …

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