Opinion

It crept up on me, you know. One minute, Sunday meant sleep, beach, and 'The Mentalist', next minute, I was watching this show I had heard so much about but never given the time of day -- 'The Voice'... Read More »

Wande Coal's long awaited album has got everyone talking, including car mechanics. Read about it here Read More »

Is it from the total misinterpretation of this talented UK born Nigerian rap artiste as tabled in the title of this article or from the fact that based on my corporeal evaluation of music, I personally think there is no such thing as ‘Commercial music’? Let’s look into it together. Read More »

It was not uncommon to see Professors and students gather to discuss his articles at the newspaper spot. His use of language was unparalleled... Read More »

Ajebutter’s music is as slick as his name suggests. It is as smooth as butter, and easy on the ears like cotton bud. His bars are neatly stacked... Read More »

Charles Novia attended President Goodluck Jonathan's daughter's white wedding on April 12, 2014. The Nigerian filmmaker and writer gives his candid review of the event. Read More »

Two weeks after the demise of his mother, actor Jim Iyke has finally let out his emotions, writing her an emotional piece. Read More »

I’m a proud Nigerian… and I’m a fan of all things good that are Nigerian. We have many issues as a country, but I’ve always been of the opinion that we have to fix ourselves. We have to police ourselves, and play our part in changing Nigeria and making Her better. Read More »

Royal Niger Company is an album for rap fans to chill and relax to, and it is a project that makes us truly wonder if Jesse Jagz isn’t truly the greatest. Read More »

Ishawuru believes Marek is a re-incarnation of his dead grandfather and attempts to head for the window. Marek shouts again ‘Baba Egbami’. Marek rushes after Baba to convince him he is not a ghost. Read More »

Read Toni Payne's tribute to the late Zara Gretti. Payne managed Zara in 2009 and 2010 Read More »

When someone passes, you suddenly get philosophical. When it's someone your age, it makes you reflect, and when it's someone in the same industry as yours, you remember all the ways your paths crossed. Read More »

It says something when a young woman who was beginning to make a way in her career falls ill and could not even raise enough money for her treatment within her industry, either directly or through influence. Read More »

In a note to Nigerian Entertainment Today, Yemisi Ilo details her brief relationship with the late Zara and how she believes the singer's family's ignorance caused her untimely death. Read More »

The year is 2020. Three men walk in the middle of the night. Their destination is a town called Ota on the Outskirts of Lagos. They arrive at a White garment church. Songs such as 'Jah Elo, Elo, Jah Elo, Elo' rend the air. The Church leader's body is contorting and twisting as he enters into some sort of trance. The leader of the Walking Trio asks one of them if that is their destination. He gets a negative response. They continue walking. They see a lone hut afar off. As they move closer to the hut, they see some inscriptions on the wall which read 'Ile Ishawuru'. They approach the hut quietly. They notice a visitor's register with a list of names and addresses. Names such as Linda- Linda Ikeji Blog, Ladun Liadi Blog, Ayeni - thenet.ng, Chude - ynaija.com are seen in the worn-out notebook. The first one writes his name - Jason - Spark . The second man writes his name - Mark - hotels.ng . The 3rd man writes his name. Bankole - Interpreter. Read More »

I am angry, sad and hurt… so many questions running through my head but I cannot ask, going by popular phrase ‘You Can’t Question God’. Read More »

Unsurprisingly the social media (Twitter, Instagram and BBM) have been flooded by a slew of tributes to the late singer from the same industry friends who ignored her when she needed them most. Read More »

Listening to our numerous voice notes, I can smile because even when in pain (emotional, physical and psychological) all she wanted to do was get back in that vocal booth. Even with her weakness she wanted to get on stage. Read More »

She was an amazing person, always happy even though the illness was eating her up. She had a lot she wanted to give to Nigerians and all her fans over the world. Read More »

I will continue to only have positive and great memories of you as I look at old pictures. Thank you for being a part of my life Maggie. Read More »

Ruggedman once told rappers to infuse their dialect into their raps. Nine years after, the controversial rapper seems to have been right all along. Read More »

What he has been able to do for himself however is demonstrate enough consistency to show that his hit streak from 2012 -2014 was no fluke and that he can be the man, not only for these years but also, for the years to come. Read More »

Baba Miliki is owned by a Nigerian who has spent more than a decade in Paris serving the finest Nigerian dishes. Baba Miliki is more than the food, it's an experience in culture Read More »

Besides Piers Morgan, I have never seen an Arsenal fan who truly wants Arsene Wenger out. They get angry (for a minute), huff and puff (for another), and then they are good Read More »

Please sir, don’t let me be angry with you. I am not in any mood for mind games today. Those people have been missing for a whole week now and do not deserve to have their issue treated with such disdain. For Christ’s sake there are 239 grieving families out there who need closure! Read More »

A lot of young Nigerians have a strong desire for something out of the Extra-ordinary to happen in 2015. We want the future to be totally different from the past. Unfortunately, I have chosen not to deceive myself any longer. I am preparing for the ‘Worst Case Scenario’. What are the current indicators - Unabated Corruption, Rising Unemployment, Increase in Terrorism, Collapsed Healthcare etc. On account of the evidence before us, there is no rational basis for us to expect 2015 elections to be different from the previous ones. I have put the following assumptions into my Crystal ball set and have come out with these findings Read More »

I thought it was interesting that last Sunday, we had the 2014 edition of the Academy Awards, popularly known as the Oscars, and then the next day the trial of Oscar Pistorius began. Read More »

My area of expertise is limited to the people of South Western Nigeria, popularly called Yoruba people a.k.a Ariya People. This ethnic group was born to party. All the dynamics, variables and permutations of the party lifecycle has been sorted out by them. Read More »

Humility compels one to respect other people. This is a powerful ingredient for success in showbiz. A star act that is respectful of others tends to work better with well-meaning management to deliver top quality service to the public. He is respectful of his fans and it shows in the way he applies himself in preparation and delivery of performances. He is usually a delight for promoters, agency and brand personnel to work and vibe with and therefore enjoys repeat patronage time and again. Read More »

I decided that, this week, I would s.h.a.r.e ten simple tips on making social media platforms work for you. Read More »