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Ikechukwu moves to MoHits Records

Stories about famous rapper/singer Ikechukwu leaving record label, Storm Records have been circulating the entertainment industry. It has now been confirmed that he has moved to MoHits Records. It is very surprising as he just released an album under the Storm Record label a couple of weeks ago - Killz zone.

Killz, as he is commonly known, said the decision to leave Storm was mutual and both parties came to a common ground on the decision. Here's wishing Ikechukwu more success in his career from this big move.

R. Kelly to perform at July's ThisDay Music Festival 2009

R. Kelly will be perfoming in Lagos for the ThisDay Concert on the 3rd of July (read more here).

This is very interesting, considering R. Kelly refused to fly by plane since Aaliyah's death. Guess he's overcome that fear. Looking forward Kells!

Salsa Saturdays at Opium

Opium (formerly known as Jazz Sessions) is hosting The Latin Dance Club (TLDC)'s salsa night. This is open to everyone who wants to learn to dance Salsa.

The Venue is Opium, 871 Ozumba Mbadiwe str. Victora Island, Lagos

Date: Saturday, 13th June, 2009. Time - 7pm to 12pm

Try not to miss this steamy salsa experience.

Swe Bar @ 5

There will be a line up of guest artists performing at Swe Bar tonight to celebrate its 5th year anniversary. Starts such as Wande Coal, Banky W., Lami Phillips, El Dee and Jessy Jacks will be part of the line up tomorrow night from 6pm.

Venue: Swe Bar and Lounge, 2nd Floor, City Mall, Onikan Lagos
Date: Saturday, 13th June, 2009
Time: 6pm till late
Dress: Black OR White

Happy 5th Birthday Swe!!


Nigeria Heritage Concert

A concert hosting a line up of underground artists TONIGHT! At Oniru Private Beach. Featuring the likes of Terry G, Sound Sultan, Igho and Danagaog.

More information here

GATE FEE: N1500


Banky W out and about

Apart from performing at Swe tomorrow, Banky will also be hosting a launch party at Bacchus later on at night, tomorrow. This is all in a bid to launch his new album. He is launching two singles tonight - Strong Thing and Lagos Party. His Official launch party took place last Saturday at Caliente and was said to be a blast.

If you're a fan of Banky W's don't miss this Naija for Life artist tonight alongside Omawumi, El Dee and Shank!!

Fashion Auction House hosts CHICONOMICS

Date: Sunday 14th June 2009
Time: 3pm to 6pm (live auction begins at 4.30pm)
Venue: Saipan now Buddha Bar, 7 Bishop Aboyade Cole, Victoria Island

In February, the Fashion Auction House was launched at ‘Mint Condition - Saipan’ with a debut collection of 150 luxury and vintage items for auction. This time around, at ‘Chiconomics’, a free, cocktail-assisted, invaluable lesson in the art of shopping with the brain and budget of an economist will be offered.

40 of the edgiest, chic-est designer handbags and shoes will be up for offer at wallet-friendly prices. Please visit www.fashionauctionhouse.com to see the catalogue which consists of - Chloe, Stella McCartney, Marni, Mulberry, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Bottega… The list goes on. *The live auction will begin at 4.30pm prompt. Pre-bids can be submitted from 3pm on the day.*

Review

Thisday Fashion & Music 'Africa Rising' Festival Coverage

Interesting theme.....what they mean here is Africa is no longer becoming a place of aid but a place of investment :o)

It all happened in Abuja and Lagos last weekend (11th and 13th July respectively). The Nigeria line-up of stars included: Tyson Beckford, Jay-Z, Usher, Mary J. Blige, Chris Brown, Rihanna, Fat Joe, Chris Aire, Naomi Campbell, Oluchi, Alek Wek, Ozwald Boateng, Deola Sagoe, 9ice, Basketmouth, Shank, Ikechukwu, D'banj, Wande Coal, 2Face, Don Jazzy, Jay Jay Okocha.

In pictures....

(a) The man himself, Thisday's CEO Nduka Obaigbena with Fat Joe in Lagos

(b) Naomi planting a tree in Abuja

(c) Mary J. Blige in Lagos - Polo club (dont know about that outfit gurll) (d) Usher performing in Abuja (we thought he was not returning to Lagos??)

(e) Tyson Beckford visiting an orphanage in Lagos

(f) Jay-Z and Rihanna performing in Abuja

We are guessing Beyonce couldn't make it because of her BUMP?!

Nduka, Naomi and Ozwald Boateng promoting the festival in the states


In words...

The star-studded lineup of performing artists and stars, this world-class festival is designed to communicate positive images of Africa by showcasing the renaissance of Africa's music, fashion and the arts. The continent's culture will be on full display as patrons will live the true African experience.


Venues:

July 11 - THISDAY Dome - Abuja, Nigeria
July 13 - THISDAY Center - Lagos, Nigeria
Oct. 14 - Royal Albert Hall - London, England

CONFIRMED DC HEADLINERS: Seal, Tyson Beckford, Naomi Campbell



In video...


Abuja

Naomi launches the festival tour

In reference - Thisday news, Facebook and Bella Naija

Stephie in Hollywood!



Stephanie Okereke now helps raise awareness about vesico vaginal fistula – an increasingly prevalent and traumatic medical condition among females on the African continent, particularly in places like The Democratic Republic of the Congo and Liberia. She is also face of L'Maj cosmetics Hollywood/Beverly Hills based L'Maj!



Nigerian football conmen exposed (watch video)



Jobs n Stuff.....

Group Company SecretaryCompany Secretary/ Legal AdviserManager, Legal ServicesAssistant Manager, Legal Services. The person must have at least 7years Post Bar Experience (Manufacturing Background, is an added advantage). If you know anyone who is interested in a career move and fits the description above, kindly forward your CV to Ms. Obembe at OObembe@antal.com

Broadcasting Professionals

Aimed at senior broadcasters from developing countries working in both the public and private sectors, the scheme will bring a select group of broadcast professionals to the UK for 2 weeks from 20th - 31st October 2008. This will be the 13th such group we have brought to the UK since 1996. During this time a highly intensive and varied programme is set up, tailored to meet the interests of those selected to participate. It is a unique opportunity for the fellows to share ideas and experiences with each other and their UK counterparts, and to develop new goals. This is also a rare occasion for senior people in the UK media to learn about broadcasting issues and experiences from around the world.
More information at:
http://www.owbt.org/pages/Fellowships/apply.html

The deadline for receipt of applications in London is Friday 22nd August 2008 at noon (GMT).

Good Weekend Updated!

...........Yep it's Monday Morning. Hope everyone had a good weekend? I know it was excellent for some, the likes of TaureanMinx and DonChiChi and everyone else who attended the ThisDay Music Festival.

ThisDay online has some news on the concert here and don't forget to watch out for ChiChi's experience at the concert on his Entertainment Briefly blog and I'm sure Bella will have something up about it soon.

As for me, my weekend was fun fun, I partied woohoo!

Have a nice week and I will be back here with my iPod, Podcasts and Apple Store post soon (I'm still frustrated about that o, I have not forgotten lol)

Update Oh: Let's just say I really didn't think the ThisDay Music Festival would be "ALL THAT" but apparently it was!! As inn I am deeply and truly pained, I really honestly want to cry that I didn't go but I am happy for Nigeria that it went well. I will advise you to See Bella Naija's blog for pics but read Don Chi's E Brief! for a full account, while I have the Amebo/Gist that they didn't seem to add on to theirs (wink wink) see below:

• Where should I even start? The performance was too mad i.e. Jay-Z's that a street has been named after him in Kwara state - Shawn "jay z " Carter Street near the University.
• Busta Rhymes apparently yapped George Bush and Tony Blair saying they were told Africans were suffering but he sees us enjoying. And why not? Apparently people pulled up in Rolls', Phantoms, Ranges, Bentleys, S 500's and everything, the people that came with Jigga were so tripped!
• Jay-Z was meant to perform for 30 minutes but he stayed for 2 hours! They had to tell him to stop and he was so fascinated the crowd knew all the lyrics to his songs that he was just throwing everything at them!
• Snoop was high on not just the crowd alone - Go Figure!
• Missy refused to perform on stage and that she entered the crowd.
• Bank MDs and big boys in Gidi, senators and governors were just dancing like mad.
• And finally, Beyonce's version of our National Anthem was off the hook! Can't wait to hear it (sniff!)
• Pics from Jay and B's UN Africa Tour here

Beyonce and Jay Z pic courtesy of beyonceworld.net via Dammie

Where I'd Really Like To Be This Autumn...

WHERE ELSE? Gidi of course!! Have you heard of all the stuff going on? It makes me sick (lol) to know that I'm missing out:


1. The 8th Lagos Book & Art Festival (14-17 September) at the National Museum, Onikan. More info at Stamped CORA .

2. The Lagos Comics & Cartoons Carnival (15-17 September) at Terra Kulture.

3. The ThisDay Music Festival featuring Jay-Z, Beyonce, Missy, Ciara, Busta Rhymes, Sunny Ade, Lagbaja, D'Banj, Tuface, Weird MC, Dare Art-Alade and Seun Anikulapo Kuti on October 7 and 8, 2006 at the Oceanview restaurant.

This festival is to celebrate Nigeria's Independence Anniversary and the tour is in partnership with the U.N and MTV in order to bring attention to the World's Water Crisis. IF YOU DONT BELIEVE, CHECK OUT JAY-Z's Tour dates .

4. Channel O African Music Video Awards (well I guess I could watch it on Channel O in Gidi even if I weren't in S.A) held at at Gallagher Estate in Johannesburg on the 15th of October.

5. The Abuja Carnival Thursday 23rd - Sunday 26th November 2006 - see http://www.thecarnival.tv/

6. The Digital World Conference at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja (12th-13th September, 2006).

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I keep putting this off, Chichi has a really good post on "Lets Talk About Sex" so check it out.