Naija Ninja is here again as Sound Sultan thrills on this record titled “Monsura”. The Tee-Y Mix produced tune features YBNL’s seasoned rapper, Olamide. This is quite a good way to end October, listen below and groove it!!
Yemi Alade Announces Sophomore Album, ‘Mama Africa’
Yemi Alade released her debut album King Of Queens this year, and she has no desire to slow down.
The Johnny singer, who won an MTV MAMA award this year, announced on her Instagram that her next album will be out in March of 2016.
The album is titled Mama Africa: The Diary Of An African Woman, and the singer shared a promo photo for the album.
She wrote: “My darling Tangerines my sophomore studio album will hit stores physically and digitally come March of 2016. It is titled “Mama Africa”, and it focuses on the joys and pains, the highs and lows, the strengths and weaknesses of an African woman. In short, it is the diary of an African Woman.”
See the promo photo below!
NEW VIDEO: DJ Xclusive Ft Lil Kesh & CDQ – Dami Si
DJ Xclusive flexes an iron grip on the Nigerian airwaves as he teams up with hit makers Lil’Kesh and CDQ to deliver an awesome video for his certified street banger, Dami Si off his wave making According To X album. With the stellar performances from Lil’Kesh and CDQ, Dami Si is infectious and is sure to please fans of DJ Xclusive all over the world.
The scintillating video, which sees trio deliver an equally interesting and engaging performance for their huge fan base. The Squareball directed video more than adequately captures the vibe and spirit of the song, bringing the whole mix together in seamless harmony.
Benson Okonkwo And Queen Ngozi Covers of xpressafrica
This edition was tagged 'Ballers edition' as a new era is upon us....
Queen Ngozi sheds light on going into camp,winning and plans for the future while Benson Okonkwo who has been trailed with Gay stories says his sexual life is no longer up for debate,the actor talks about how he handles haters and his love for bright colours...
Find the details on their official blog: www.xpressafrica.blogspot.com
Cover credit:
Photographers : Lomacs and Kelvin
Make up: Tooshe me
Stylist : Jeff Anthony
Designer: Rikaoto by me
Director: Xpressafrica's creative director Prince Agama 'Dele'
Location: Somewhere in Enugu and Delta...
Some say I have no talent..Toke Makinwa celebrates 250k IG followers.......
Media personality, Toke is celebrating 250 thousand instagram followers. She wrote about how people started out hating her...
"We are at 250k followers on Instagram!!!!! Yihaaaaaaa. You guys are the real MVP's. Some people might say it's only 250k but I don't sing, rap, act, twerk or to some people sef I don't even have talent. (it's ok) Thru it all God alone lifts my head. I have had the worst things said about me, people I know have tried to take food from my mouth but I remember at the start of my career, God told me "You will hold your peace Omotoke and I will fight for you". That is my secret. Thank you God that you are not MAN. I stay in my lane n I do me. Enough of the epistle, you guys rock! Yes I'm excited and yes it's not just Instagram.... It pays my bills too.
Julius Agwu set to open Christian nightclub in Lagos
Ace Comedian, Julius Agwu, says he has re-dedicated his life to God after surviving a brain surgery.The 42 year old has also vowed to live a Christian life from now after God gave him a second chance...
According to City People , he made it known that he would be opening a Christian nightclub calledBeliever’s Lounge (Tabernacle)at Lekki in two months time.
He said there will be no alcohol and smoking in his lounge.
The Comedian is also going to launch a TV show which he calls C.E.O (Christian Entertainer’s Outreach) and is to release a gospel song titled Second Chance.
Nigerian Army Releases Images of Wanted Boko Haram Members (Photos)
In order to beat the deadline set by President Muhammedu Buhari to end insurgency in the country, the Nigeria Army has released images of some of the most wanted suspects of the sect (Boko Haram)
The images of the wanted sect members were today, boldly shown on a banner and were displayed by the Chief of Army Staff, Lt – Gen. Tukur Buratai among other officers.
Inscription on the banner however urged Nigerians to report to the Army if any of the persons on the banner is seen anywhere in public.
See images after the cut.
via dailypost
Rémy Martin®Launches New Brand Campaign– One Life/Live Them | Noble Igwe, Falz& DJ Jimmy Jatt Recognized
Rémy Martin Cognac announces the launch of its new global campaign that recognizes and celebrates individual’s multi-talents. The campaign tagline,
One Life/Live Them®, which assumes its grammatical accident, identifies that today’s consumers are not defined by one talent or skill, but are multi-faceted and should be applauded for their many passions.
Rémy Martin’s One Life/Live Them campaign encourages consumers to explore and celebrate all their talents. It is a call to live richer, larger lives, to expand the horizon and seize all the wonderful opportunities that life can offer, beyond the one-dimensional paths that former generations could have embraced.
To embody this brand philosophy and lifestyle, Rémy Martin is partnering with talented multifaceted Nigerian personalities: the Nigerian foremost DJ Jimmy Jatt, the multi-talented Folarin "Falz" Falana, popularly known as Falz the Bahdguy, Serial Entrepreneur Noble Igwe, inclusive American actor Jeremy Renner.
A Bachelor’s Degree holder in Fine Art, DJ Jimmy Jatt is arguably the most decorated and celebrated DJ in Nigeria, and one of the most respected to come out of Africa.Unknown to many, he’s an ardent painter whose works – be it oil paintings, portraits or sketches – are priceless pieces of art. World famous for his Disc Jockeying prowess, Jimmy is actually renowned as the first-ever DJ to put out an album in Nigeria.
He’s also the very first Nigerian DJ to successfully produce and run a TV show – Jimmy’s Jumpoff. An unparalleled achiever and true originator, Jimmy is also the only Nigerian artiste to keep his clothing line active 3 years after its launch. His snapback hats called ‘DJJJ Snaps’ have enjoyed tremendous success, earning him the tag of a successful fashion entrepreneur as well.
FALZ THE BAHDGUY
A seasoned professional and literally an exceptional entertainer be it a comedian or a rapper all at once. After graduating with LLB Honors and getting called to the Bar, Falz has gone on to exploit his multiple personas to the fullest.
A record label executive, his unique and hilarious style has carved a niche for him as one of Nigeria’s most entertaining Rap artistes presently. Famed for his rib-cracking skits on social media, Falz also thrives as a Compere, Actor and Comedian.
A record label executive, his unique and hilarious style has carved a niche for him as one of Nigeria’s most entertaining Rap artistes presently. Famed for his rib-cracking skits on social media, Falz also thrives as a Compere, Actor and Comedian.
NOBLE IGWE
Also known to peers as NobsDaSlushKid, he describes himself as “an idealist and a fun engineer”. We describe him as a classic Rémy Martin man; one who never backs down in the pursuit of self-actualization.
JEREMY RUNNER
Two-time Academy Award® nominee, Jeremy Renner has received wide acclaim for his ability to embody characters of broad depth and appeal, from Sgt. James in Kathryn Bigelow’s award-winning Hurt Locker to a thief in Ben Affleck’s The Town, a mayor in American Hustle… These performances have been coupled with blockbuster roles in such Hollywood super-productions as The Bourne Legacy, Mission Impossible and his inimitable role as Hawkeye in The Avengers.
Renner expanded his cinematic skills by creating a production outfit The Combine with Don Handfield in order to produce quality, character-driven content for TV and film. Their company released the crime thriller Kill the Messenger in 2014 and is currently working on the historical tale Knightfall for The History Channel. Renner is also an accomplished singer and musician, skilled on the keyboards, drums, guitar and vocals, playing in a band since his youth. Although best known as an actor, Renner has extended his creative talents into the field of home renovation, successfully renovating and selling several houses, turning this hobby into a flourishing business with fellow actor and home designer Kristoffer Winters.
Rémy Martin remains committed to the core principles and values that its founders used to establish the company more than 290 years ago. Supporting the community, highlighting skills and revealing the talents of people and nature, honoring craftsmanship and embracing the luxury of time enables Rémy Martin to cultivate the most premium products. It is this depth of history and skillful mastery that goes into every bottle of Rémy Martin Cognac.
“Rémy Martin has always been about sharing – the fruits of our labors, the talents of our cellar masters, a range of cognacs crafted to suit different tastes but always with a distinctive style. It’s a philosophy which strikes us as tailor-made for today’s social networked world,” said Augustin Depardon, Executive Director of Rémy Martin. “The most inspiring people are never just one thing, they are diverse and multi-talented and we can’t wait to discover their passions. Just like Rémy Martin. “
Keep a look out for some of the other men Remy Martin recognizes and admires over the coming months.
TwentySix New Collection for 2015!
Emerging fashion brand, TwentySix presents her new collection which feature pieces of simple tulle skirts, shift dresses and more.
Driven by making the most out of little, the brand adopts prints with vibrant hues, colours, patterns & textures into basic, everyday styles to transform them into a collection for every type of woman.
According to the brand – “At TwentySix, we let the prints inspire the style and with every piece. Being versatile is important. So, each piece can be dressed up or down – our clothing promotes freedom; like a canvas that allows you project your own style on it. The brand collaborated with Nigerian brand, McBell for a collection of accessories on different prints, patterns, colours and textures.
To find out more about TwentySix, visit their website: www.twentysix.co | Follow them on Instagram: @TwentySix.co | Send an w-mail to: hello@twentysix.co | Call Phone :+234 905 224 7554
Street Slangs you Must Know When you in Lagos
Lagos is the heartbeat of Nigeria-economically, socially and otherwise. From the comical to the puzzling and the most shocking, it all happens in this city of over 15 million people. It is a fascinating place to be.
Due to the complexities that make Lagos unique, people have evolved different ways to communicate, interact and pass along messages which can only be understood by people who are familiar with these slangs.
As a first time visitor in Lagos, you need to keep these slangs at your finger-tips as they may come handy at any time. Jovago.com, Africa’s No 1 hotel booking portal shares 5 street parlance you must know if you are resident in the centre of excellence.
Johnny Just Come
Also known as JJC, it is an argot used to describe someone who is naive because they are visiting an unfamiliar terrain for the first time. If people find this to be your status, they may want to take advantage of you. So, do not act like a JJC especially when you are inside a public bus or transacting business.
Akube
Amongst traders of Igbo extraction, Akube refers to goods or products that have little quality or have been previously used. Interestingly, many people have come to associate themselves with Akube products as its affordability attracts higher purchase.
Shine Your Eyes
Shine your eyes simply admonish you to be very vigilant. This is because Lagos is a crowded city and nearly everyone is in a hurry. You should be vigilant and conscious. By the you do not need to worry too much because Lagos is safe but ensure that you shine your eyes always.
On You Own
OYO is a state in South-west Nigeria. However, when ear catches that word, they are not referring to Oyo state, rather it simply means you are On Your Own. For example, if you want to borrow money from a friend, he uses the acronym OYO, it means it is not possible. It is often used to express negation.
Owambe
Even though Owambe is a Yoruba slang, it is now a universal expression for partying. So, when next you hear Owambe, get your traditional wear ready, you are going for a christening, birthday or wedding and ensure that you enjoy yourself.
Top 5 Nigerian songs to download right now
In Nigeria, hundreds of songs come out every month. While this has certain advantages as music lovers within the country are provided with a large bank of genres to explore, it also poses a challenge for those who just want to stick with the trends and do not have time to sieve through the long list. Many simply resort to popular options played on the radio or TV while others stick to older options, failing to keep tabs on new releases.
Luckily, this October, Jovago.com, Africa’s No. 1 online hotel booking service is on the rescue as we have selected the top new nigerian songs to stack on your playlist. The songs are all worth downloading and adding to your playlist right now.
Seyi Shay ft. Banky W & Iyanya- Right Now
Popular Nigerian singer, Seyi Shay, in a bid to give her best shot at promoting her first single with the Popular Island Records – “Right Now”, has recorded a remix of the song which hit airwaves 3 months ago. The Harmony Sammuels’ produced R&B song which has been topping charts all over Africa now has a remix featuring Banky W and Calabar-born, Iyanya. The new version of the song grabs certainly the ears and touches the heart. It is available for download exclusively on the Cloud 9 platform.
Vector – Emi
“Emi” is an amazing soundtrack released by the talented singer “Vector”. The song which is bound to receive positive feedback is unique and with a vibrant infusion of limericks echoed on the streets of Lagos. The track produced by Mekoy music, has a fantastic composition, and the lyrics have something amazing, making it a must-listen and enjoy! Even more, the melody power is in the voice quality of the singer.
Flavour ft. M.I. X Phyno – WISER
2nite Enter10ment artiste and Enugu native, best known for his hit record, “ N’abania”, Flavour has recently released the music video of his song “Wiser”, a number in his newly released album “Thankful” where he features M.I. & Phyno . The song which narrates the travails of generous men who constantly endure deception from women is shot and directed by ace video director – Clarence Peters.
Selebobo – Wumewu
Made Men Music Group artist, Selebobo, is one of the upcoming Nigerian music artistes and song producer. He recently churned out a brand new single titled “Wumewu” which showcases his talent and versatility with music. Produced by Selebobo himself, and mixed and mastered by Mix Monster, the lyrics, his style and his voice are all very astonishing, making “Wumemwu” one of the top songs to download now.
Naeto C – Ati Dé (Download MP3 | Prod. Maleek Berry)
Naeto C’s Ati Dé is just a few days old, and it is already being squealed by a number of fans. The song which was released shortly after the singer’s “Day 1” mixtape in August, was produced by Maleek Berry. By any degree, the song sounds like a hit. Naeto C is currently adding last touches to his highly anticipated third studio album.
5 Favorite street delights in Eastern Nigeria
The eastern part of Nigeria is largely dominated by Igbo speaking citizens as they have large settlements here and like most tribes, they possess unique norms, traditions, culture, and food.
Igbo meals are very popular across the nation, as the region has been the birthplace of some of the country’s best known street food and snacks, including Akpa, Abacha, roast corn and more which are now eaten all over the nation.
Whether you are visiting the eastern region of the country on vacation or on business, street food can come in handy. Luckily for those of us who like streetside eating Jovago.com, Africa’s No. 1 online hotel booking service presents a guide to the 7 favorite street food in Eastern Nigerian.
Okpa
Fondly referred to as “the Lion’s food” or “the king’s meal”, Okpa is a traditional Igbo dish made with flour from Bambara beans. A treasured delicacy, the cooking process is almost the same with moi-moi, however, the taste is unique as the paste is most times combined with vegetables like pumpkin leaves for added flavor before cooking.
Aki na ukwa
A mixture of coconut or palm nut (aki) and roasted or fried breadfruit seeds (ukwa), Aki na ukwa is one of the most balanced food combinations on the streets of eastern Nigeria. The snack is usually pack in conical-shaped transparent polythene packs and hawked around by peddlers.
Garden egg and groundnut sauce
Garden egg is one of the favourite fibre fruits enjoyed by the people as the plant thrives greatly in the region. More abundant during the rainy seasons, the garden egg, paired with a spicy groundnut sauce is a staple on the streets of igbo communities.
The groundnut sauce is usually made from a combination of calabash nutmeg, ashanti and dry pepper, making it a very hot and spicy dip.You mostly, find hawkers carrying the commodity on their heads while parading the streets or sitting on a roadside stall.
Abacha Mmiri
Abacha Mmiri, now popularly referred to as ‘Bobozee’ around the country, is one the best snack for a sunny day, hence the other nickname “Air Condition”.
Made of cooked cassava strips soaked in cold water and paired with coconut, the snack is not just filling, it is also very tasty and soothing in hot conditions.
Ugba/Abacha (African salad)
Popularly referred to as African salad. This dish is a mix of vegetables prepared with either Ugba (oil bean), Abacha (shredded cassava) or a combination of both, and other ingredient including afang(spinach), onions, meats, fish and palm oil.
The meal is a huge favorite of Igbo people as women selling them in deep trays or food buckets around the streets. It is however important to be careful when buying this meal as some the ingredient- especially the local potash known as akanwu– if not used appropriately can lead to food poisoning.
6 Money Management Tips for Spendthrift Travellers
There is rarely anything you can do without money. It is like the air you breathe on a daily basis. With money, you can plan a fantastic and out-of-this-world vacation with friends, families and your significant other in Calabar or in any other part of the globe.
However, what is abhorred by many is extravagance. In other words, the indiscriminate spending of money that may prompt you to start making emergency calls to friends and family to send you some monies. They may not always come to your rescue if getting stranded becomes your habit. To help you handle money better anytime you are on a vacation., Jovago.com, Africa’s No 1 hotel booking portal some shares money management tips for spendthrift travellers.
- Have a budget
A budget restricts your expenditure to a specific amount. Therefore, it is important to have a list of all your itinerary along with the estimated prices of hotel rooms, goods and services in the region. This will breed a culture of discipline, thus curtailing excessive spending.
- Carry little Cash
With cash in your pocket or bag, the possibility of buying on impulse is very high. To prevent you from falling into this trap, carry as little cash around while ensuring that you do not use your ATM card to withdraw beyond the stipulated limit legally permitted daily.
- Track your Expenses
Despite the existence of a budget, some people may find it difficult to adhere to the budget. To prevent your expenses from piling up, you should track your expenses to ensure that you can afford whatever you order for or any fun activities you engage in. You can do this every night before going to bed.
- Use online banking
Online banking is not only for instant cash transfer. You can have the details of your daily expenditure at your fingertips. This is another reliable method of tracking your expenditure. If you are interested in online banking, visit your bank to get a token and username.
- Haggle
Haggling is not restricted to women alone. Men also haggle for the best prices possible on any deal. This is important if it appears that the seller is trying to swindle you. So, you have to respectfully beat down the price. Do not accept to pay the price that the seller utters if you want to save money. However, do not make the haggling pathological habit. If the price is not acceptable to you, you can always shop around.
- Know the Exchange Rate
The Dollar is the universally accepted mode of payment in international transactions. Hence, always ensure that you make your estimates based on the trending exchange rate. This is relevant if you are booking or buying anything online. Importantly, consider the exchange rate of the country you are visiting on vacation.
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