4 h. ago ‘Church Music Shaped Me, But My Sound Belongs Elsewhere,’ Says Johnny Drille

Nigerian singer-songwriter Johnny Drille has opened up about his complex relationship with the church and how his music evolved beyond the traditional Christian framework that shaped his early years. Speaking on the CreativiTEA Podcast, the “How Are You (My Friend)” crooner revealed that while his faith and love for God remain unwavering, he never felt […]

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7 h. ago I Faced Backlash From Christians After Switching To Mainstream Music – Johnny Drille

Afrobeats singer and songwriter Johnny Drille has reflected on his musical journey, revealing how he struggled to find a sense of belonging within the church community despite beginning his career there. Speaking on a recent podcast, posted on YouTube on Saturday, the singer shared that although he once served as a music director in church, […] The post I Faced Backlash From Christians After Switching To Mainstream Music – Johnny Drille appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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28 h. ago “I Intentionally Hid Features On My FUJI Album For Listeners To Enjoy The Music” — Adekunle Gold

Afrobeats star Adekunle Gold has opened up about why he kept the featured artists on his album FUJI a secret. In a recent conversation with Cool FM, posted on Instagram on Friday, he explained that his focus was on ensuring fans experienced the music itself, rather than being distracted by the names of guest artists. […] The post “I Intentionally Hid Features On My FUJI Album For Listeners To Enjoy The Music” — Adekunle Gold appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Tiwa Savage Denies Sabotaging Other Female Artists, Demands Evidence

Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage has refuted claims that she sabotages other female artists in the music industry. She urged anyone making such accusations to provide names and evidence to support their claims. The controversy stems from a few years ago when Kenyan singer Victoria Kimani accused Tiwa Savage of indirectly preventing her from performing at […] The post Tiwa Savage Denies Sabotaging Other Female Artists, Demands Evidence appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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35 h. ago Inside Item7Go: The campus food stall that grew into Lagos’ favourite

Every city has that one food place that quietly becomes part of its rhythm. In Lagos, that spot belongs to read more Inside Item7Go: The campus food stall that grew into Lagos’ favourite

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49 h. ago “I Once Received Yams, Live Chickens As Payment For Performing” — Tim Godfrey

Gospel singer and minister Tim Godfrey has responded to the ongoing debate surrounding the high performance fees demanded by some gospel artists. The conversation first emerged in March when Femi Lazarus, lead pastor of Light Nation Church in Abuja, disclosed that a gospel artist had once requested N5 million to perform at a worship event, […] The post “I Once Received Yams, Live Chickens As Payment For Performing” — Tim Godfrey appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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53 h. ago I Chose Directing After Being Humiliated During Acting Auditions – Director Pink

Nigerian music video director, Praise Onyeagwalam, popularly known as Director Pink, has revealed that she gave up her dream of becoming an actress after facing humiliation and rejection during auditions. In a recent interview with Hip TV, Pink shared that she initially aspired to build a career in acting but was discouraged by the unpleasant […] The post I Chose Directing After Being Humiliated During Acting Auditions – Director Pink appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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55 h. ago How Davido’s Nigerian Tour is Reviving Live Music Across Africa

Nigerian music fans, rejoice! The most popular African music star right now, Davido, has a new tour planned, one that read more How Davido’s Nigerian Tour is Reviving Live Music Across Africa

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56 h. ago Omah Lay Laments Decline In Nigerian Music Industry, Calls It Boring

Afrobeats star Stanley Omah Didia, popularly known as Omah Lay, has stated that the Nigerian music scene is losing its excitement. The ‘Soso’ crooner described the industry as “boring” but assured fans that he plans to revive the energy in African music soon. Taking to his Snapchat on Thursday, Omah Lay wrote, “Una music industry […] The post Omah Lay Laments Decline In Nigerian Music Industry, Calls It Boring appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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62 h. ago N868m loan: Firm writes CBN, demands sanctions against bank over alleged unlawful conduct

From Godwin Tsa Abuja An indigenous firm, Kenchez Nigeria Limited, has asked the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to take immediate regulatory sanctions against Polaris Bank for deliberately and unlawfully withholding a loan facility of N868 million belonging to it in clear breach of guarantee terms. The company in its letter to the Governor of […] The post N868m loan: Firm writes CBN, demands sanctions against bank over alleged unlawful conduct appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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65 h. ago Esigie album revives old Benin cultural heritage –Xstar Song

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin Fast rising singer, Esther Osaro Ehinmwingbovo aka Xstar Song, has released a new album titled, Esigie. Addressing journalists in Benin, Edo State recently, the songstress, who is signed under the management of Realknock Entertainment, said Esigie was released in May to the admiration of Nigerian music lovers. True to Xstar Song’s […] The post Esigie album revives old Benin cultural heritage –Xstar Song appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Alleged Money Laundering: Court Adjourns Yahaya Bello’s Trial To Nov 12

Bello and his co-defendants face 16 fraud charges involving alleged diversion of over ₦110 billion belonging to Kogi State. The post Alleged Money Laundering: Court Adjourns Yahaya Bello’s Trial To Nov 12 appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 d. ago “Stop Stressing Yourself With Daily Song Releases, Be Like Rihanna” – Slimcase To Afrobeats Singers

Nigerian singer Slimcase has urged Afrobeats artistes to slow down on releasing new songs, cautioning that the excessive frequency of music drops is making the genre “less exciting.” The singer, whose real name is Oluwafemi Oladapo, shared his concerns via his Instagram story, saying the Afrobeats scene is becoming “oversaturated.” He noted that many artistes […] The post “Stop Stressing Yourself With Daily Song Releases, Be Like Rihanna” – Slimcase To Afrobeats Singers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Owning the future: Why AI risk belongs in the African boardroom

Artificial intelligence is no longer an experiment on the fringes of innovation. It now shapes how African businesses operate, how read more Owning the future: Why AI risk belongs in the African boardroom

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3 d. ago Concert For Change To Raise N100m Funds For Vulnerable Children

Concert For Change, a non-profit initiative, aims to raise N100 million to support deserving charities that assist vulnerable children across Nigeria. Green Worship 8.0, an initiative of Concert For Change, will hold its music event at the MUSON Centre, Onikan, Lagos, on 11 October 2025. The event aims to raise funds for charities supporting orphans […]

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4 d. ago Church Celebrates 3 Decades Of Life Transformation Initiatives

To commemorate the 30 years of changing lives and making impact global, Daystar Christian Centre is set to hold its 30th anniversary this November with a weekend of thanksgiving, testimonies, and special events across its centres in Lagos and on its online platforms. Members and partners across the world were encouraged to share their personal […]

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4 d. ago “Music Artists Today Depend Too Much On Producers” — Bright Chimezie

Veteran highlife legend Bright Chimezie, creator of the Zigima sound, has reflected on how the music industry has changed, highlighting the discipline and creativity of his generation. Speaking on The Honest Bunch Podcast, Chimezie contrasted past and present approaches to music production. He explained that, unlike many modern artistes who depend on producers and digital […] The post “Music Artists Today Depend Too Much On Producers” — Bright Chimezie appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Lagos–Ibadan Expressway Accident Claims One Life, Injures Four

A road accident opposite The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) camp along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway on Tuesday left one person dead and four others injured. The Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency (TRACE) spokesperson, Babatunde Akinbiyi, told PUNCH Metro on Tuesday that the crash occurred around 9 a.m. According to Akinbiyi, the incident […] The post Lagos–Ibadan Expressway Accident Claims One Life, Injures Four appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago “Cobhams Gave Me My First Opportunity, Taught Me Lots Of Nuance In Delivery” – Omawumi

Nigerian singer Omawumi has acknowledged that the guidance and support from music producer Cobhams Asuquo greatly contributed to her career growth. In a recent interview with Hip TV, shared on X, Omawumi revealed that meeting Cobhams significantly changed the trajectory of her career for the better. “Cobhams gave me one of my first opportunities, the […] The post “Cobhams Gave Me My First Opportunity, Taught Me Lots Of Nuance In Delivery” – Omawumi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Nigeria’s Supply Chain Renaissance: From Fragmentation to Continental Powerhouse – Emeka Ezekiel Eboagwu

Nigeria’s economic future will not be defined by its resource endowment alone—it will be shaped by the strength, agility, and read more Nigeria’s Supply Chain Renaissance: From Fragmentation to Continental Powerhouse – Emeka Ezekiel Eboagwu

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