Nigerian woman doubles world record for longest crocheting marathon (Channels) Chidinma Modupe Okafor from Lagos, Nigeria, has more than doubled the world record for the longest crocheting marathon with a time of 72 hours. According to Guinness World Records post…
Simi on Glo-sponsored African Voices
This week, the incredible talents of Nigerian singer, songwriter and actress Simisola Bolatito Kosoko, better known by her stage name, Simi, will be highlighted on African Voices Changemakers, an interview programme sponsored by Globacom on Cable News Network (CNN). Simi…
DecemberIssaVybe: FirstBank celebrates female singers, sponsors ‘A Night of Queens’ concert — Bolaji Israel
It promises to be a spectacular celebration of extraordinary talent as FirstBank, Nigeria’s premier bank takes centre stage as the lead sponsor of the highly anticipated ‘A Night of Queens’ concert. The all-female showcase of musical and creative talents will…
Simi named Spotify EQUAL Africa artiste for July
A global streaming platform, Spotify, says Nigerian singer and songwriter, Simi Ogunleye, popularly known as “Simi”, has been selected as Spotify EQUAL Africa music programme ambassador for July. Phiona Okumu, Spotify’s head of music for sub-Saharan Africa, disclosed this in…
Glo creates excitement with NIN TV adverts, bonus offer
Globacom, the telecommunications powerhouse, has brought renewed excitement to television screens and online platforms with its recently unveiled suite of adverts. The adverts provide information on how subscribers can link their National Identity Number (NIN) to their Subscriber Identity Module…
Lessons from the Breakdance Crew regional finals for dancers
The 10th Episode of the biggest dancer show in Nigeria, Glo Battle of the Year featured the regional finals of Breakdance Crew from across the six regions. This episode was a follow-up to episode 9 (the Dance Crew Semi-Finals) where…
Sade Adu known for ‘‘Smooth Operator’’ and ‘‘Sweetest Taboo’’ turns 63 -Opeyemi Ajao
There are different quotes on music; Irish Singer, Bono said “Music can change the world and people”, “Music is the universal language of mankind” – Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and Sarah Desson “Music is the great uniter, An incredible force. Something…
Simi releases new single, “Woman” – Dafieta Ighohwo
Simi has released “Woman”, her much-anticipated single to the delight of many. As the Nigerian artiste promised in her post made via Instagram on Thursday, the song made its debut in the early hours of Friday. Woman speaks of the…
Simi’s “Nobody Like Woman Challenge” explodes on social media – Dafieta Ighohwo
Nigerian musician, Simi’s Nobody Like Woman Challenge, which reportedly started last week, has taken over social media. Many females including celebrities like actresses Osas Ighodaro, Tonto Dikeh, singer Seyi Shey, and popular dancer, Kaffy, amongst others have come out to…