Popular Abuja-based Afro Pop Singer, Chidubem Kenechukwu Udeoji, known as ‘Detailmadeit’ has disclosed that he is set to drop the much awaited single ‘Shashe’ hit.
Udeoji made this known at the weekend in Abuja.
The 27-year-old Abia-born Afro Pop singer, said the song was to encourage Nigerians to be hard working, believe in God, and be positive and hopeful for a better future.
The graduate of Business Administration from West Minster University, said he got the inspiration when he, his friends Danny Boy and Okita, were in Galaxy Studio in Abuja to have a session.
“The song Shashe which means work or hustle in Yoruba was mixed and mastered in Germany. My dad heard the song and he recommended that I add a base drum known as Lost Drum that is used in South Africa to make it danceable.
“So, I sent it to David in Germany and another friend in Switzerland and it was added. It is so amazing that a song written in 2020, now has a new sound in 2023 and is set to be released.
“On the video, when I went to Canada to see my brother and rest for a month, a friend from Nigeria encouraged me to do a video and also collaborate with other people there. That was how I met Lexxy, EPX and others.
“The single would be available online, on all streaming platforms like Apple Music, Spotify, Audio Mark, Youtube and many others. It will be available for free download,” he said.
Detailmadeit, who also holds a Master’s Degree in Audio Production from University of West Minister in the UK, said he started music professionally in 2014 and had not looked back.
He has collaborated with DJ Neptune, Baby Fresh, and many Abuja-based singers.
“Detailmadeit and ‘Shashe’ is coming with a new style in the Nigerian Entertainment Industry. Odumodu has opened the door and I and others from Abuja here are about to enter through that door.”
The Galaxy Record Limited owner astonished upcoming artistes never to give up in their music struggles, adding that” if you give up, you have lost.
“Sometimes, it is difficult, but try to stick to your dream and a breakthrough will certainly come through. That is what ‘Shashe’ is talking about and will be out on May 26,” he said.
Stan Nze and Osas Ighodaro emerge winners of Best Actor and Actress in a Drama
It was all glitz and glamour as the ninth edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) was held on Saturday to honour some of the finest in the African film industry.
The event was held at the Eko Hotel Convention Hall, Victoria Island, Lagos, with media host presenter Ik Osakioduwa and South Africa’s Zozi Tunzi, Miss Universe 2019, serving as hosts.
The first part of the main event had earlier kicked off in grand style with four red carpet hosts including Toke Makinwa,, Uti Nwachukwu, Sika Osei, and VJ Adams.
At exactly 7pm, the prestigious award began with a cultural presentation that thrilled the audience.
John Ugbe, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Multichoice, reiterated the organization’s commitment to appreciating of artistes in the creative industry.
“Rewarding the finest in the continent, inspiring filmmakers for bringing first-class entertainment into the homes of our viewers,” he said.
The movie Anikulapo, by Kunle Afolayan, started the night on a winning note, swooping five awards at this year’s event, emerging as the biggest winner.
Out of the 16 it was nominated for, Anikulapo won in the categories: Best Indigenous Language’ (Yoruba); Best Overall Movie; Best Sound Editor (movie/TV series); Best Writer (Movie/TV series); and Best Sound Track (movie/TV series).
‘Best Picture Editor’ went to the Crime and Justice television series, while ‘Best Art Director’ went to Wale Adeleke for the Yoruba epic movie ‘Ageshinkole’.
Skit maker, Bukunmi Adeaga Ilori, known as Kiekie, and Elozonam Ogbolu’s “Back from the future” won the Best Online Content of the year.
The duo jointly won the award in the category.
Crime and Justice won the ‘Best Television Series’ , while Best Movie in West Africa went to Brotherhood, produced by Jadesola Osiberu.
The announcement of Bimbo Ademoye’s first AMVCA win was welcomed with a loud cheer from the audience as she got the Best Actress in Comedy, while Samuel Perry, popularly known as Broda Shaggi, won the men’s category.
Osas Ighodalo won the Best Actress for movie Man of God, Tobi Bakare won the Best Actor for the movie, Brotherhood. Leaked won Best Multichoice Talent Factory.
Mpali won the Best MNET Telenovela while King Buga clinched the Best Mnet Unscripted Originals.
Efe Irele won the Best Supporting Actress for 4-4-44 movie, while Abiseta Ahmed won the Best Supporting Actor.
Nigerian influencer, Enioluwa Adeoluwa, and former BBNaija housemate, Beauty Tukura, won the coveted title of the Best Dressed male and female category.
Patience Ozokwo won the 2023 Industry Merit Award, for her journey and dedication in the movie industry. The award was presented by Femi Odugbemi, the Head of Judges for the award.
Ozokwo, applauded the organisers of AMVCA for the recognition and also thanked her fans for loving her.
A moment was taken to honour the lives of creative minds who have departed—-Sola Onayiga, Ada Ameh, Sammie Okposo, Leonard Chimezie, Osmond Gbadebo, Gbenga Richards, Johnson Davidson and Murphy Afolabi.
Iyanya and Tiwa Savage thrilled the audience with some of their hit songs.
Full List of Winners:
BEST ACTRESS IN A DRAMA -(MOVIE/TV SERIES)- Osas Ighodaro – Man of God
Best Actor in a Drama (Movie/TV Series)
Stan Nze – Rattlesnake
Best Actress in a Drama (Movie/TV Series)
Osas Ighodaro – Rattlesnake: The Ahanna Story
Best Africa Magic Original Drama Series
Rishantes – Dimbo Atiya
Best Actress in a comedy
Funke Akindele – Omo Ghetto (The Saga)
Best Actor in a comedy
Broda Shaggi/Samuel Perry – Dwindle
Best Director (Movie) – Ramsey Nouah for Rattlesnake: The Ahanna Story
Best Overall Movie – Amina by Izu Ojukwu & Okey Ogunjiofor
Baci surpassed the current world record for the longest cooking marathon by an individual with 100 hours
Dana Airline says it will support Guinness World Record-breaking chef, Hilda Baci with one year free tickets.
This news was announced on Dana Air Twitter handle @DanaAir.
Ememobong Ettete, the Chief Operating Officer of Dana Airline said the proud Nigerian brand would always support the creativity, efforts, and innovation of Nigerian youths.
“We have always blazed the trail in terms of support for the arts and entertainment industry, health care and culture.
“We will be supporting Hilda’s local travels for one year and we are inspired by her.
“We will be supporting her Mum also with three months of local flights for free and we thank her for giving us an amazing daughter,“ it read.
The 27-year -old Hilda Bassey Effiong, known as Hilda Baci started cooking on Thursday May 11, to surpass India’s Lata Tondon who set the record in 2019 with 87 hours 45mins 00 seconds.
Baci started her career as a chef in 2020 with her brand as @Myfoodbyhilda.
She embarked on a journey to break the Guinness World Record for longest cooking marathon on May 11 at Amore Gardens Lekki, Lagos Nigeria and ended it on May 14.
Baci surpassed the current world record for the longest cooking marathon by an individual with 100 hours, to break the Guinness World Record for longest cooking hours.
The show was life streamed on multiple social media channels where she made over 250 recipes.
A female House of Representatives member, Tolulope Akande-Sadipe, has commended Hilda Bassey, popularly known as Hilda Baci, a Nigerian chef, who has set her eyes on breaking Guinness World Record of longest cooking time.
Bassey targets 93 hours cooking marathon after spending over 83 hours showcasing her culinary skills before a live audience.
Akande-Sadipe, a federal lawmaker representing Oluyole Federal Constituency in Oyo State, took to her social media handles to cheer the “foodpreneur“ and actress, describing her as a brave champion.
Akande-Sadipe, showcasing her unwavering support for the brave chef, said her determination and incredible endurance was a testament to the remarkable strength and resilience that women possess.
“You have become a shining example of what women are truly capable of achieving.
“Your dedication to this extraordinary challenge inspires us all and reminds us that there are no limits to what we can accomplish when we set our minds to it.
“Your commitment to pushing boundaries and surpassing expectations is truly commendable”, she said.
Akande-Sadipe urged women to continue cheering Bassey and wish her success.
“I take this moment of Bassey’s determination to encourage every woman out there to celebrate and uplift her pursuit of this world record”.
“Let us join together in recognising her remarkable achievements and the milestones she has already conquered.
“Bassey’s journey is not only about breaking records but also about empowering women across the globe, showcasing our talents, prowess, strength and resilience,’’Akande-Sadipe said.
She affirmed her support for Bassey, saying she was proud to see a woman making significant impact in the society.
“As a woman myself and in my capacity as a member of parliament and the chairman of the House Committee on Diaspora, I stand firmly behind you.
“I am proud to see a fellow Nigerian woman making such a significant impact. Your determination serves as an inspiration to countless others, demonstrating that with dedication and perseverance, dreams become reality.
“Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you every step of the way as you continue this incredible feat.
“ May your spirit remain strong, and may you find renewed energy during your well-deserved six-hour break”, she said.
She expressed hopes that the chef will make more history and achieve her dream of setting a new Guinness record.
“Once again, I celebrate you, Bassey. Your journey is a beacon of hope and empowerment for women everywhere. Keep pushing boundaries, inspiring others, and reminding the world of the incredible power we possess”.
Seun Kuti handed himself over to the Police on Monday
The Police Command in Lagos State has said the Afrobeat musician, Seun Kuti, who allegedly assaulted a police officer, turned in himself to the police on Monday.
This is contained in a statement issued by the command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin.
Hundeyin said that Kuti, in company of his lawyer and family representatives, were at the Lagos Police Command Headquarters, Ikeja at the early hours of Monday and was placed under arrest in line with the law.
He said the command appreciated the public for their concern and assured that the ongoing investigation would be detailed, transparent and professionally pursued.
“Justice will be manifestly served for all parties involved,” he said.
The Inspector-General of Police, I-G Usman Baba, had on Saturday ordered the arrest of the Afrobeat musician for allegedly assaulting a police officer on the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos.
The Police Service Commission (PSC), which also condemned the alleged assault, commended the I-G for promptly ordering Seun’s arrest and prosecution.
Mr. Femi Falana, a human rights lawyer, has revealed that Seun requested for his legal services after the IGP’s order to immediately arrest the singer.
Falana said: “I am his lawyer and he has briefed me. He certainly has evidence.
“This is not the first time he is dealing with the police.”
The lawyer added that the embattled singer would turn himself in on Monday.
The family of late Nollywood Yoruba Actor, Murphy Afolabi in Osogbo, Osun, have said his death is saddening and heartbreaking to them.
The family head of Fetuata, Afolabi’s family compound in Osogbo Mr Yusuf Lateef, said on Monday that the news of the death of the actor left every one of them crying.
He said the information they got about Afolabi’s demise was that he collapsed in the bathroom.
He said he was rushed to the hospital thereafter, where he was pronounced dead.
He said his body was deposited at the morgue and that he would be buried later today.
“Initially we were planning to have him buried here, in Osogbo but his children insisted that he should be buried in Lagos, where he resides with his family.
“As his family in Osogbo, we have been meeting and making plans concerning his burial and we will be sending representatives to Lagos this morning (today),” he said.
He said the bond of family is very strong and that irrespective of the status anybody attained in life, they should never forsake their family, adding that as Afolabi’s family members, would see to the burial of their kin.
Alhaji Murufudeen Lawal, Osun Governor of Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), who was at the Afolabi’s family compound in Osun on a condolence visit, said the death of the actor was a big loss to the Yoruba film industry.
Lawal said the late actor had contributed immensely to the growth of the Yoruba movie sector and that the vacuum his death had created would be very difficult to fill.
He commiserated with the family, friends, and fans of the actor, asking them to take solace in the fact that life is ephemeral and that everything that happened in life is according to the will of God.
Afolabi, 49, a Yoruba movie actor, producer, and director, was reported to have collapsed and died in his bathroom in Ikorodu, Lagos on Sunday morning.
Barely 24 hours after the death of popular Nollywood actor, Obinna Nwafor, famously known by his stage name, ‘Saint Obi’, a Yoruba popular actor and filmmaker, Murphy Afolabi also died on Sunday.
Afolabi died after he collapsed in the bathroom at his residence in the Ikorodu area of Lagos State. Afolabi is the third Nollywood actor to die within a week. Saint Obi died on Sunday, May 7, while veteran Yoruba actor, Mukaila Adedigba, popularly known as Alaafin Oro, died on Saturday.
According to filmmaker and producer, Sodiq Adebayo, Afolabi had been ill for a while and was discharged from the hospital two days ago. Sodiq, son of veteran Nollywood actor, Adebayo Salami, directed some of Afolabi’s films including Osumare and Omo Mushin.
The thespian was born on May 5, 1974 and had celebrated his 49th birthday last week, which was the last post on his Instagram page. The Osun-born actor carved a niche for himself with his use of rich Yoruba proverbs and unadulterated indigenous sayings.
Afolabi’s death came as a rude shock to thousands of his fans and colleagues, who have started paying tributes to him on social media. A filmmaker and president of the Yoruba movies directors’ guild, Seun Olaiya, shared the sad news on a WhatsApp platform populated by filmmakers. The Managing Director of Corporate Pictures Nigeria Limited, Abdullahi Abdulrasaq, also confirmed it.
Olaiya wrote, “I swear to God just before the news, I was still hailing him. This is really a rude shock to me.” Showbiz personality and convener of the Best of Nollywood Awards, Seun Oloketuyi, also confirmed the news. He said, “It is true. He passed away after a fall in his bathroom at his house in Ikorodu this morning.”
Damola Olatunji shared his picture on Instagram with the caption: “Murphy but why. We all celebrated your birthday on the 5th of May not knowing you were saying goodbye.
“Vanity upon vanity, everything we do is ‘vanity’, empty, futile and short-lived. It doesn’t matter if you’re wise or a fool, ultimately, because everyone ends up dying. Rest on bruv. Sunnnre ooo.”
Nigerian comedian, Gbenga Adeyinka, also shared a picture of the late actor with the caption; “I am in total shock. May God grant you eternal rest Murphy.”
Actor and producer, Kunle Afod, wrote, “Black weekend in the industry. We lost four people in the space of two days… RIP Murphy Afolabi, RIP Saint Obi, RIP Adidigba, RIP Techno sound.”
Also, Olaniyi Afonja, popularly known as “Sanyeri”, said: “It is so shocking to hear the death of my wonderful friend, Murphy Afolabi. I pray God be with the family he left behind. Murphy rest in perfect peace.”
According to reports reaching Nigerian Anchor, the Osogbo-indigene would be buried in his hometown today, May 15th. May his soul rest in peace. Amen
Popular Nigerian rapper, Folarin Falana, better known as Falz, has undergone knee surgery in the United Kingdom.
The songwriter took to his Instagram page to narrate how he sustained an injury on his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL).
Falz said he was playing football in November 2022 when he sustained the knee injury.
He added that the surgery was conducted on May 2, 2023, at a medical facility in London.
“Current situation. It’s a whole journey to being 100% back. Say a prayer for me,” he wrote in the caption.
“26th of November 2022. I am walking with a little bit of a limb. Few days ago, on the 23rd, I went to play football and I sustained a knee injury,” he said in the video.
“This is November 30, 2022. About a week since I tore my ACL. To be honest I didn’t know what the hell happened on the day. I just knew it felt really painful. MRI (magnetic resonance imagine) result came back and it showed that it is a complete tear on my ACL. I have been advised to go into surgery to fix it.
“About 1.5 hrs later. ACL reconstruction done under local + general aesthetic.
Fabiya Aminu, a burgeoning fashion luminary, has unveiled her inaugural collection under the banner of FabsAmin Clothiers, and it’s nothing short of a visual marvel.
Aptly named ‘Accelerate,’ this collection marks a significant milestone in the designer’s career and introduces a new wave of minimalist fashion to the scene.
At the heart of ‘Accelerate’ lies a dedication to sustainability and an unwavering commitment to eco-conscious fashion. Aminu has meticulously curated a selection of eco-friendly fabrics that harmoniously coalesce into a tapestry of style, innovation, and ethical fashion practices.
Each piece within this collection serves as a testament to the designer’s profound respect for our planet, offering both fashion enthusiasts and environmentally conscious consumers a compelling reason to indulge in conscious consumption.
The ‘Accelerate’ collection embodies a minimalist aesthetic that transcends time and trends. Aminu’s discerning eye for design is evident in every garment, as she has masterfully combined simplicity and sophistication to create a harmonious synergy. These pieces effortlessly exude elegance while maintaining a timeless allure that defies fleeting fads.
What sets ‘Accelerate’ apart is not only its captivating visual appeal but also its profound message. It symbolizes the fashion industry’s evolving consciousness toward sustainability, reminding us that fashion can be beautiful, responsible, and environmentally friendly simultaneously.
FabsAmin’s ‘Accelerate’ collection is more than just a fashion statement; it’s a movement. It encourages us to rethink our approach to fashion, urging us to make thoughtful choices in support of our planet. With each carefully crafted garment, Aminu invites us to embrace a more sustainable future without compromising on style or quality.
In a world where fashion and sustainability converge, ‘Accelerate’ stands as a shining example of what’s possible when creativity meets conscience.
FabsAmin Clothiers invites you to be a part of this transformative journey, where style, ethics, and the environment coalesce to create a brighter, more fashionable future. Explore ‘Accelerate’ and embark on a sustainable fashion adventure that accelerates positive change in the industry.
FabsAmin Clothiers, a distinguished Nigerian fashion house renowned for its fusion of comfort and style, proudly presents its debut collection, the Street Credible Collection.
This milestone marks the beginning of an exciting journey for fashion enthusiasts worldwide, as FabsAmin sets its sights on becoming a global trendsetter across various fashion domains.
At the core of FabsAmin’s philosophy is the belief that fashion should be a delightful harmony of comfort, style, and self-expression. The Street Credible Collection embodies this ethos perfectly.
Designed to cater to the modern woman’s desire for both chic elegance, as well as kids’ playful charm, these garments redefine contemporary fashion.
In an ambitious stride toward international prominence, FabsAmin Clothiers has ingeniously woven together style and comfort in the Street Credible Collection. This captivating assortment features an array of exquisite bomber jackets and pants meticulously crafted from resplendent African prints.
Each piece is a testament to FabsAmin’s commitment to not only crafting clothing but also crafting experiences that empower the wearer.
The Street Credible Collection is more than just an ensemble of clothing; it is a statement. It symbolizes the brand’s bold ambition to reshape the fashion landscape, setting trends that resonate with women seeking the perfect blend of style and comfort.
With these garments, FabsAmin invites every woman with an appreciation for fashion to embrace a new standard of excellence.
This collection encapsulates the essence of modern fashion—a fusion of tradition and innovation, comfort and sophistication. It’s a testament to FabsAmin’s dedication to empowering women and young girls to express themselves confidently through their attire. For every woman who yearns for the seamless harmony of style and comfort, the Street Credible Collection by FabsAmin Clothiers is a must-have addition to their wardrobe.
As fashion enthusiasts and trendsetters alike anticipate the global ascent of FabsAmin Clothiers, the Street Credible Collection marks the beginning of a remarkable journey.
It’s an invitation to explore a world where style and comfort coexist harmoniously, affirming that every woman can effortlessly radiate confidence while adorned in the finest fashion.
