You are here

Category: Lifestyle

Entertainment Lifestyle 

DJ Brightstar lauds Grammy on new African music category

Village Reporter,
A budding disc jockey, Markson Uwanaobong, aka Dj Brightstar, has commended the the Grammy Recording Academy for adding the ‘Best African Music Performance’ category to the prestigious awards programme. In a statement sent to Saturday Beats, he noted that although the goal was to get an afrobeats category at the apex music awards, the new step was a good move.… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

Are you passionate about music? TomTom has something for you

Village Reporter,
In recent years, TomTom (made by Cadbury Nigeria Plc) has shown a commitment to providing platforms for young creatives and empowering them to ‘breathe’ for their passions. Through major partnerships with platforms such as Nigerian Idol and major owned initiatives like the ‘Breathe for It’ Summit, the brand is deepening its social mission to discover, nurture and showcase music talents.… Read More
Human Rights 

UN rights office calls on France to address ‘deep issues’ of racism in policing

Village Reporter
In a statement released in Geneva on Friday, OHCHR Spokesperson Ravina Shamdasani expressed concern over the death of 17-year-old Nahel M on Tuesday, after he was shot dead driving away from a traffic stop in the Parisian suburb of Nanterre. According to news reports, at least 875 people were arrested in major cities around the country on Thursday night, after… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

Investments not made in dance like music, movies – Kaffy

Village Reporter,
A popular dancer, fitness coach and founder of the Imagneto Dance Company, Kafayat Shafau, aka Kaffy, says that though dance is now better recognised as an integral part of the creative industry in Nigeria, investments towards its growth is still low. In an interview with Saturday Beats, she said, “The good thing that has happened to dance is that it… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

‘With Young People In Governance, Nigeria Can’t Get It Wrong’

Village Reporter,
Dr. Elijah Onyeagba is the Nigerian Ambassador to Burundi. With a degree in Economics from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, he also holds an MBA in Finance from the University of Calabar, a Master’s in Applied Economics from the American University in Washington DC, USA, and a Ph.D. in Economics (Public Policy).A BOT member of IgbaK’Igba Foundation, Onyeagba sits on… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

Pregnancy Scandal: “Allow My Oga’s Name To Rest” – Israel DMW Begs Nigerians

Village Reporter,
Davido’s personal logistics manager, Israel DMW has appealed to Nigerians on behalf of his boss. He begged Nigerians to stop dragging Davido’s name over his pregnancy scandal on social media. Recall that Anita Brown, a US-based Model, recently accused the DMW Boss of impregnating her, claiming she was unaware of his marital status. Another French lady named Ivanna Bay, also… Read More
Human Rights 

Time to end gender-based violence, boost role of women in politics, public life

Village Reporter
Speaking to the Council’s annual meeting in Geneva on protecting the rights of women and girls, the UN High Commissioner said it was an urgent task, and there needed to be zero-tolerance of gender-based violence.  He highlighted the alarming reality that female human rights defenders, women journalists, and those in public office and political decision-making positions, routinely come under “vicious”… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

Pearl Thusi says she is currently making music, hints about working with rapper Emtee

Village Reporter,
Pearl Thusi has announced that she is currently making music and hopes to collaborate with one of the biggest rappers in South Africa, Emtee The actress and media personality shared the news during a recent interview on DJ Fresh’s podcast WAW What A Week Thusi also spoke about some of the projects she has been busy with, including a short… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

Nigerian DJ/Producer Spinall Signs With Epic Records

Village Reporter,
Nigerian DJ/producer Spinall has officially signed with Epic Records, the company tells Billboard. “Spinall is one of the continent’s best musical exports. A preeminent curator and driver of culture. His collaborations have the potential to take music from Africa to new heights globally, and we are extremely energized about our partnership with him here at Epic,” says Ezekiel “Zeke” Lewis,… Read More
Social media & sharing icons powered by UltimatelySocial