Friday, November 16, 2012
Win Up To N250,000.00 With The Kokoma Dance Competition
All you have to do to enter the competition:
1. Learn the kokoma dance,
2. Shoot your video at a public location
3. Email us the link to your video at kokoma@tryberecords.com
The winner of the dance competition gets 250,000 Naira!!!
Winners also get VIP tickets and get to perform live on stage with top Nigerian and international celebrities at the 2012 Harp rhythm unplugged!
If you live outside Nigeria, we will even take care of your flight to Lagos and accomodate you for two nights at Eko hotel and suites! (Only if you live outside Nigeria)
Entries close December 7th, 2012. Read More
9ice Set to Release New Music, Videos In Few Days & Double Album in March 2013

The titles of the new singles are Get Into It, Ike Kan, Obawon and I Dare You. He shot videos for Get Into It and Obawon.
From his latest album, Bashorun Gaa, the talented singer shot videos for two songs, Attitude and 3310.
The singer will be releasing another double album titled CNN and GRA by March, 2013. Read More
Flavour - I Dumped Music Scholarship To Please My Mum

Flavour says he is able to switch between the two different personalities in him. The singer, who started out playing drums and guitar in his local church, describes himself as a modest artiste.
"If you watch my videos, listen to my songs and then meet me one-on-one, you will be disappointed. When I am on stage, I am Flavour but off the stage, I am simply Chinedu Okoli (his real name). Away from the show business, my daily routine is simple. After doing my morning chores, I am either off to the studio, busy playing pool or play station or simply chilling with my colleagues. I am not a party animal."
It is only a week to his 29th birthday party scheduled to, according to him, take place at a five star-hotel in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, but Flavour is already in high spirits. Having transformed from a young lad who is best described as a 'local champion' in Enugu State, to one of the most sought-after Nigerian artistes, the singer describes his rise and achievements in less than three years as surreal.
"I feel humbled and blessed, because of the love and appreciation I get from my fans. Well, when I started I wanted fame so much but now sometimes, I wish I could do some things without people noticing me. One of my career's highpoints was when I shot a video in Paris, France with Fally Ipupa because it simply shows how far I have come. I am constantly overwhelmed, such that I find it hard to explain."
In October, he officially launched his third studio album, Blessed, and opened his latest business venture, 2 Nite Klub Lounge, in Enugu. With the club, he has joined the growing number of Nigerian stars diversifying into other areas.
He says, "It is a part management deal I have with a friend and big brother Frank Obasi, the CEO of Toscana Hotel, Enugu. It feels good because it is something I had always wanted to do. It has always been my personal aspiration to own a night club. It is a joint venture with Obasi and it is located in his hotel premises. I am not going to leave music because it is skin deep. "
In recent times, Twitter has afforded a number of Nigerian stars the opportunity to engage in self-aggrandisement and communicate with fans. However, Flavour sort of received an endorsement from American super star, Keri Hilson, last month when the latter tweeted, "Now playing Ashawo Remix by Flavour. I love this song. I have no idea what he is saying, I just love the song. "It came as a surprise to his followers.
Confirming the post, the singer, who is barely active on social networks, says, "Yes, at first I thought it was one of those media stunts, but when it was verified, I felt appreciated and humbled, not just for my music but for African music and how far we have come. It shows that music is a universal language and I plan to collaborate with her on a song when she comes to Nigeria over the weekend. I am yet to decide if it is going to be a new track or one of my old hits."
Commenting on the new trend of collaborations between Nigerian singers and foreign artistes, he says, "It is really good to collaborate but it's better when there is a good chemistry between both artistes so, I advise people not to rush into collaborations because of fame but for the music."
Like other artistes, the decision to do music is one that is often met with stiff opposition from parents or guardians. For Flavour, it was a tough call convincing his mother to support his decision. According to him, his mother was in support of his musical career during his days in the church. But a meeting later with a music label executive which he regarded as a blessing ironically strained the relationship between him and his mother.
"It all started when the resident pastor at his church introduced him to a friend, Chris Ordor, the CEO of SoundCity Communications, who had just started a musical company aimed at training young musicians on the rudiments of music and nurturing them all the way to a professional level. Shortly after in 1996, I was invited to join the company on an educational scholarship to study music at the University of Nsukka. But my mum will not hear of that because she had a brother who had earlier failed in his music career but I understood her fears.
''In 2001, when the label moved to Port Harcourt, I found it hard shuttling between Enugu and Port-Harcourt, as a result I had to prematurely terminate my scholarship due to my mother's refusal to allow me move to the Garden City," he explains. Today, the story has changed because his mother is now his greatest fan.
Read MoreWAEC withholds 101,398 results for widespread malpractice
Addressing newsmen yesterday, shortly after the 54th meeting of the Nigerian Examinations Committee, NEC, Hajiya Fatima Abdulrahman, National President of All Nigeria Confederation of Principals of Secondary Schools, ANCOPSS, on behalf of the NEC said: "In deliberation on the conduct of the Council's May/June examination diet, the Committee considered all the cases of examination malpractice presented by the National Office and took appropriate decisions in line with the policies of the Council.
"Having considered malpractice cases, about 101,398 candidates out of the total number of 1, 695, 872 candidates who sat for the May/June WASSCE in Nigeria would have their results withheld based on reports of their alleged involvement in examination malpractice."
via VanguardNG Read More
D’Banj’s DB Records set to release a compilation album… “D Kings Men”!
The album will feature superstars such as Kanye West and more. D'banj also mentioned that the much anticipated remix to Scape Goat featuring Kanye West will be on the album.
An excited D'Banj Tweeted…
"Indeed its time for the Bonanza. DB records presents its first official album.
The DVD/CD Compilation titled DKM "D kings Men" 12/12/12″
" And the compilation will have the anticipated single Scapegoat featuring Kanye west. OoooSsssHhhEeee. And many more hits. Get ready."
So… Get ready Read More
Application for the 2013 Miss Nigeria beauty pageant now open!!!
If you answer YES to the above questions then you could be the next Miss Nigeria. See how after the cut..
Since 1957, the Miss Nigeria pageant has set the standard of elegance and sophistication for the Nigerian young girl. Under the stewardship of Beth Model Management, African Times Network (ATN) in conjunction with DAAR Communications Ltd. is organizing the most prestigious contest that would offer one young woman a life changing opportunity to enrich not only her life, but the lives of others in the 38th Annual Miss Nigeria Beauty Pageant.
Casting will take place in four major cities Lagos, Abuja, Port-Harcourt and Benin. The jury would comprise of individuals stemming from various industries. As such, the contestants would be judged on their intelligence, poise, talent, character and potential to be an ambassador for Nigeria.
At the end of the casting tour, 36 contestants will be selected to participate in the reality TV show titled, "THE MAKING OF A QUEEN" where after 2 weeks of handling various tasks 21 young women would be selected to participate in the grand finale.
The winner would not only be selected based on her beauty, personality and character; but also for her interest in current affairs and charitable deeds as an ambassador of Nigeria. The Grand Prize includes 3million naira, a brand new luxury car, full scholarship to any higher institution in Nigeria, 1year paid apartment, a diamond encrusted crown,1 year Modeling Contract,all expense paid trip and many more.
Application forms for the 38th Annual Miss Nigeria Beauty Pageant can be downloaded from www.missnigeria.org.ng
REGISTRATION is N2500 and must be paid to any Zenith Bank! Application forms must be brought to the casting venue with a bank teller confirming your payment!
For more information follow us on social media
Twitter: @MISSNG2013 and Facebook: MissNigeriaBeautyPageant.
For all Registration, Sponsorship and Enquiries visit our website at www.MissNigeria.org.ng or email us:Info@missnigeria.org.ng, Press@missnigeria.org.ng
Read MoreActor Peter Eneh Dies After Leg Amputation
Peter Eneh passed away on November 15th 2012 at Park Lane Hospital in Enugu. RIP sir Read More
Banky W announced as MTV VJ Search judge, to release new singles
Although he won't be the only judge on the show, Banky will be helping identify the brand new VJ who will become one of the key faces of the music network, hosting programmes on MTV Base and on the MTV Base Block on STV.
Meanwhile, the EME chairman is set to release his long awaited fourth album 'R&BW.'
After his last solo release 'The W Experience' in 2010, the 31-year-old has spent the past two years building the EME label, nurturing the likes of Wizkid and Skales and signing more artistes (Shaydee, Niyola) to the label.
In January, Mr W announced that he would push back the release of his album until the state of the nation got better. In June, the EME crew released their first ever compilation album 'Empire State of Mind.'
He will be releasing his two new singles 'Yes/No' produced by Cobhams Asuquo and 'Good good loving' produced by Spellz. Read More
Goldie and Prezzo to wed secretly?
Sources are now claiming the celebrity pair are planning to tie the knot.
Nothing is confirmed yet, but we have information they may have already picked a date : Saturday, February 9, 2013.
Those who claim to be insiders allege Prezzo has visited Goldie's parent's residence in Lagos to ask for their daughter's hand in marriage. We could however, not immediately confirm this. And Goldie, who's planning to release an 'Africa Invasion' album, insists she will no longer be commenting on her relationship with the Kenyan.
Goldie and Prez were last spotted last week at the Channel O 'Hollywood Style House Party' held in Lekki, Lagos. Before then, they attended late Pastor Bimbo Odukoya's daugther Tolu's wedding on November 3 dressed in matching blue traditional wear.
The couple have however remained mum about their steaming affair; and seem determined to leave it that way for now.
Goldie and Prezzo met up for the first time during the Big Brother Stargame this year and even though they ended their relationship on a sour note, they eventually linked up when Prezzo came begging. Read More
Dr. SID Blasts The NET For Scoring D’Prince’s Album Low Marks
In its report, they had written: "Frenzy partially lives up to its name, as it boasts of songs that fuel your party rage. It just doesn't take you through the whole night as it runs out of ideas and gets low on creative fuel.
You may have one hell of a ride bumping this album, but you'll be left with a nasty hangover the morning after, wondering where the plot was lost".
But Dr. SID would have none of it, as he resolutely defended his label mate on Twitter. "You must be stupid to give D'Prince's #FRENZY album a 3. I begin to wonder what gives you the right to review an album. Obvious bias," he tweeted.
"Abi dem pay you money to knock the hardworking boy down?" he asked. "Give credit where it is due. D'Prince made a banging album, end of story."
The album is D'Prince's debut album, and the second to be released under Mavins Records. It contains songs like Call Police, Amina, Good Bag, Painting the Town, etc. Read More
Thursday, November 15, 2012
Blackberry Introduces Free BBM Voice Call
RIM said Wednesday that BBM users will be able to switch back and forth from a text chat to a voice call. RIM also says a split-screen option will let them talk and text at the same time.
The Canadian company says the BBM voice feature is especially attractive for developing markets. Unlike regular texts, BBM messages are not charged on a per-text basis.
RIM is struggling in North America to hold onto customers who are abandoning BlackBerrys for flashier iPhones and Android phone. But the BlackBerry continues to sell well in markets like South Africa, Nigeria and Indonesia.
I hear this feature comes with the beta version of BBM 7. EMTYHEN and the rest...NTOOOO!
But Naija people go abuse this feature oh. We no dey use ear hear free thing! Read More
The 2012 Nigeria Music Video Awards (NMVA) Nominees! Tiwa Savage & Chidinma Lead Nominations
Tiwa Savage lead the pack with an outstanding 7 nominations with her video for Ife Wa Gbona also nominated for the video of the year award.
She will be going toe to toe in the Video of the Year category with Chidinma whose video for Kedike has been nominated 6 times.
The award ceremoney will be held in Lagos on December 20, 2012 at the Exhibition Hall of Eko Hotel & Suites.
Full Nominee List:
BEST AFRO HIP HOP
· Dona Diva – Shut Up
· NEATO C – Tony Montana Remix
· Sauce Kid/Sinzu – Carolina
· Uzikendu – Osiso
· Vector – Angeli
BEST R N B
· Burna Boy – Like to Party
· D'beat – Oyoyo
· DIPP – Rock your body
· Jeffery – Tona Tona
· Timi Dakolo – Love Song
BEST AFRO POP
· Brymo – Ara
· Chidinma – Kedike
· JJC – African Skank
· P-square – Beautiful Onyinye
· Shank – Ghetto
BEST USE OF COSTUMES
· Darey – Sisi Eko
· Tiwa Savage – Ife Wa Gbona
· Goldie – Say My Name
· Sexy Steel – Bebedi Alhaja
BEST GOSPEL
· Anny – Woruno
· Gaise – Movie Song
· Psalm – Ebube
· Razor – I Need You More
· Revival Train – Feel Good
BEST HIGHLIFE
· Darey – Sisi Eko
· Tiwa Savage – Ife Wa Gbona
· Omawumi – Bottom Belle
· Sexy Steel – Bebedi Alhaja
· Flavour – Kwarikwa
BEST INDEGINOUS CONCEPT
· Chidinma – Kedike
· Tiwa Savage – Ife Wa Gbona
· Kween – You No Go Know
· Sexy Steel – Bebedi Alhaja
BEST HIP HOP
· IllBliss – Anamachikwanu
· Laylow – At The Top
· Olamide – Ile for Illuminati
· Phyno – Shutdown
· Ruggedman – Because of You
BEST REGGAE/DANCEHALL
· 2face – Raindrops
· General Pype – Give It To Me
· Olu Maintain – NAWTI
· Ras Kimono – Veteran
· Spydaman – Pick Pin
BEST SOFT ROCK/ALTERNATIVE
· BEZ – Stupid Song
· Boogieman – Rock Your Party
· Ebisan – Jowo
· Lagbaja – Knock Knock
· MYA K – Survive
BEST VISUAL EFFECTS
· Boogieman – Rock Your Party
· Omawumi – Bottom Belle
· Solid Star – Omotena
· Spydaman – Pick Pin
· 2face – Iheneme
BEST CONTEMPORARY AFRO (Live Beats choice)
· 2face – Iheneme
· Eldee – Today Today
· Chuddy K – Gaga Crazy
· X Project – Black Diamond
· Iyanya – Kukere
BEST VIDEO BY A NEW ARTISTE (Live Beats choice)
· Davido – Dami Duro
· Zeelex – Go
· Seaon – Lie
· Styleh – Iwoni
· Miz Gold – Tika Tika
BEST DIRECTOR
· Patrick Elis – Bebedi Alhaja (Sexy Steel)
· James Oludare – Say My Name (Goldie)
· Clarence Peters – Kedike (Chidinma)
· AJE Films – Tona Tona ( Jeffery)
BEST NEW DIRECTOR
· Shola – You Go Know (Kween)
· Bolaji Kekere Ekun – Ife Wa Gbona (Tiwa Savage)
· Adasa – Like To Party (Burna Boy)
· AJE Films – Tona Tona (Jeffery)
BEST EDITOR
· Patrick Elis – Sandalili (YQ)
· Clarence Peters – Kedike (Chidinma)
· Bolaji Kekere Ekun – Ife Wa Gbona ( Tiwa Savage)
· AJE Films – Ara (Brymo)
BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY
· Patrick Elis – Bebedi Alhaji (Sexy Steel)
· Clarence Peters – Kedike (Chidinma)
· Bolaji Kekere Ekun – Ife Wa Gbona (Tiwa Savage)
· AJE Films – Tona Tona (Jeffery)
VIDEO OF THE YEAR
· Psquare – Beautiful Onyinye
· Sexy Steel – Bebedi Alhaja
· Chidinma – Kedike
· Tiwa Savage – Ife Wa Gbona
· Olu Maintain – NAWTI
PRODUCER OF THE YEAR
· Capital Gorreti Music
· Hypertek
· HKN
· Kennis Music
· Black Water Records.
Don Jazzy snubs D’Banj’s producer, Jay Sleek at the Industry Nite
Jay Sleek took to twitter to mention Don Jazzy that he called him several times to say hi and he didn't answer him. Looks like something aint right between Don Jazzy and Jay Sleek. D'Banj? Read More
Nicki Minaj Signs Nigeria’s Patrick Ighile as her First Artist
Nicki Minaj's new album set to drop on the 19th of November. Read More
Yvonne Nelson - I Will Marry Iyanya IF He Proposes
Yes!: Have you found the right man?
Yvonne: Not yet. I am still searching
Yes!: Can you tell us about your alleged romance with Iyanya because he mentioned your name in one of his tracks
Yvonne: He is a good friend of mine. I am his biggest fan. I love his music. He's an amazing guy, special guy! That's about it.
Yes!: If he proposes to you today, would you say yes?
Yvonne: Maybe, yeah, maybe. You never know. Yeah. I will accept if he proposes. I mean, he's good, a nice guy. Read More
GUEST BLOGGER : My Idea About Happy Life
An important object of happiness is sacrifice. We must sacrifice something or the other to see our closed ones happy. According to me it is very important to prioritize whom we want to make happy and how important it is to sacrifice something for that. For example, I love my mom and I also love to smoke, but my mom does not want me to smoke at all. In this case, I need to decide what can make me more happy- smoking, or my mom's happiness that she gets if I quit smoking. For me, second option would make me happy. In this case, I need to sacrifice smoking. If someone opts to have the first option, he has to sacrifice his mom's happiness to be happy.
A Happy Life, in a nutshell, is a life of our choice, and it's our choice that makes us what we are.
By Kehinde Olowu
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Daniel Craig says Rihanna Tops Beyonce as a Potential Bond Girl. Do You Agree?
The actor, 44, opened up in a recent interview and had a telling opinion about who would make a better Bond girl: Rihanna or Beyonce.
"Rihanna," he answered after a beat. When asked why the " Diamonds in the Sky" singer would be a better femme fatale, Craig good- naturedly replied that it was because "she's dirtier" than her Beyonce.
Do you agree with him on this? Read More
Tonto Dike Explains The Real Meaning of “#POKO”
She revealed #POKO is her alter ego. Read More
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Photo of the Uniport Babe Who Won N64million on MTN Promo
Some top Naija men and even Celebs may not even have that kain money! Abi na my "flat account" dey confuse me? Read More
Wizkid Reveals New European Management Team
Tempah.
Star Boy Wizkid tweeted: Big shoutout to my new management Team @DisturbingLDN!! We abt to disturb the world!!! Cc:@GodwinTom. Read More
The Reason Tonto Dikeh Missed Her First Music Performance At BON Awards
Inner sources reveal to us that she missed a flight and that was the reason behind her non-appearance at the event. I'm sure her fans sure would look forward to another performance opportunity in the future. Read More
27 Year Old Nigerian Student Wins 64 Million Naira Aeroplane From MTN
Ebube, a student at an Health Institution in Port Harcourt was unveiled as the winner of the brand new Cessna 182T Aeroplace today, November 13, 2012.
According to the statement on the official MTN Facebook page "When contacted on the phone, Ebube said she would prefer the cash equivalent of N64 million."
However, it has been recently reported that the Nigeria Communications Commission (NCC) has announced that all lotteries by Nigerian Telecommunication Networks should be suspended with immediate effect
The promotion which launched in August 2012 and closed in October 2012 was unaffected by the ban as it concluded before the NCC directive. Read More
PHOTO : Fans Mad At Brymo For Posting X-Rated Photo

The lady's head is cut off in the photo.
His followers on twitter and Instagram, where he posted the photo, are however not too impressed.
'Why are you posting porn, do you masturbate or what? yuck. Totally lost my respect for you', one Yusuf Santuraki responded to Brymo's post.
Another follower Abiel Keli wrote 'The fame is getting to his head Abi'.
Brymo's second album and first under Chocolate City '#TheSonOfaKapenta' is due out on November 15, 2012. Read More
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
PHOTO : Rihanna Poses Naked For GQ Magazine
She graces the front cover of the publication's Men of the Year December issue, showing off her curves and new goddess Isis tattoo under her breasts.
The jacket is strategically draped over her shoulders, preventing the full exposure of her boobs, while her hands cover the rest of her body.
During an interview with the magazine, Rihanna was asked what turns her on, to which she replied: "I like to feel like a woman.
"I have to be in control in every other aspect of my life, so I feel like in a relationship, like I wanted to be able to take a step back and have somebody else take the lead."
Despite appearing to push the boundaries when it comes to her sexuality, the 24-year old was keen to add that even she knows when to stop, stating: "Love makes you go places you probably wouldn't ever go, had it not been for love.
"But I think everybody still has their limits." Read More
PHOTOS : "Cristiano Ronaldo Has Lost Vision In Both Eyes" Mourinho Says
After the clash from defender David Navarro in the early minutes of the match, Ronaldo came back to the pitch with stitches, scoring Madrid's opener in the 21st minute.
He was however unable to return for the second half when coach Jose Mourinho said that his star forward "lost vision in both eyes and couldn't go on".
Speedy recovery bro....but "one eyed" Ronaldo still dey score goals....impressive. Read More
Monday, November 12, 2012
Don Jazzy Signs 2 Producers To Mavin Records
BabyFresh and Altims beat will be part of the new wave of music makers making their mark in the continent and beyond. They have made music with D'Prince, Sound Sultan, Muna, Wande Coal & much more.
According to Mavin's Website, "Altims Beat, born Aluku Timothy, started out as a rapper in his days as a Computer Engineering student in University of Benin. He decided to move behind the microphone after testing himself to improve the contemporary sounds he was hearing on the radio. His rich fusion of afrobeat and hip-hop ensures that he will remain at the top of his game for a long time."
"BabyFresh, Sunday Enejere, has a signature sound which has made him instantly identifiable amongst music aficionados. With an eclectic mix borne of different music genres, BabyFresh has already stamped his trademark on dozens of hit singles."
Don Jazzy commenting on the signing"We older ones are not getting younger. It is a relief to have some young legs and minds to help our project. BabyFresh and Altims are fully activated and I promise there will be many new names for activation soon." Read More
PHOTO : Ice Prince Acquires a Lamborghini?
Which ever way, we believe una weight for the matter already.
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Ghanaian Singer, Becca Disowned By Dad Over Plans To Marry Manager
Mr. Acheampong was quoted to have told a Ghanaian newspaper, "Becca is no more my child and she can do whatever she pleases with her life. She is of no importance to me anymore. She is grown so if she thinks Kiki is the one she really wants to marry, she can go ahead and marry him.
"I have already disowned her. I don't care if the mother supports her or not. Looking at my health condition now, I wouldn't want to do anything that will affect me and the rest of the family.
"Everything I gave her has been taken back. She is no more my child and will never be my child, not even when I'm dead."
The report said that Mr. Acheampong is badly upset with Becca's decision to marry Kiki, whose marriage collapsed with accusing fingers pointing at Becca over the singer's relationship with Kiki.
Mr. Acheampong reportedly called Kiki a criminal and a very wicked man who signed his daughter, Becca, at the age of 17 to 18 years by signing her on a 10-year contract without the consent of her parents or any member of the family claiming Becca was 18 years and could decide and choose to do anything she liked. Read More
Rihanna, Chris Brown Collaborate On New Album
After collaborating with Chris Brown on two remixes earlier this year - and rekindling a friendship with him following the dissolution of their relationship in 2009 - RiRi's also revealed that fans will hear him on her new album, as well.
The singer released the official tracklist for her upcoming release, "Unapologetic," and among collaborations with Future and Eminem is one with Brown.
The song, perhaps appropriately titled "Nobodies Business," will undoubtedly cause many to read it as "nobody's business."
"Unapologetic" will arrive on November 19. Read More
MTV EMA 2012 : Full List Of Winners.
Best New Act – One Direction
Best Female Act – Taylor Swift
Best Male Act – Justin Bieber
Best Pop Act – Justin Bieber
Best Live Act – Taylor Swift
Best Hip Hop – Nicki Minaj
Best Rock Act – Linkin Park
Best Electronic Act – David Guetta
Best Alternative Act – Lana Del Rey
Best Video – Gangnam Style (Psy)
Best Look – Taylor Swift
Biggest Fans – One Direction
Best Worldwide Act – Han Geng
Best World Stage – Justin Bieber
Best Push – Carly Rae Jepson
Global Icon – Whitney Houston Read More

