Why we must project our culture through stories — Jumoke Odetola
Actress and filmmaker, Jumoke Odetola, has emphasised the significance of preserving and sharing Yoruba culture through films. Expressing pride in the resurgence of Yoruba epic films, she told Saturday Beats, “I am so happy we are doing epic stories be…
How I overcame stereotype — Bimbo Thomas
Actress, Bimbo Thomas, has opened up about the challenges she faced in the early days of her acting career, where she was often typecast to play certain roles. In an interview with Saturday Beats, she said, “I was typecast in the early days of my caree…
Owning record label my way of helping young talents — Don Richie
A music executive and CEO of Richie Music Empire, Don Richie, has said that his primary motivation for establishing the record label was to provide a platform for talented artistes to showcase their skills and reach a wider audience. In an interview wi…
Why I took break from showbiz — Ajewole Emmanuel
The 2021 winner of the Mr Nigeria International pageant, Ajewole Emmanuel has revealed why he took a break from pageantry for humanitarian engagement. He told Saturday Beats, “I am still very much on the entertainment scene, especially my industry— pag…
I realised my relationship was abusive after first slap – Monalisa Stephen
Actress and content creator, Monalisa Stephen, has opened up about her experience in an abusive relationship. In an interview with Saturday Beats, she stated that she did not initially recognise the abuse until she was physically assaulted. She said, “…
What life has taught me at 60 — Wale Ojo
Award-winning actor, Wale Ojo, celebrated his 60th birthday during the week, and in an interview with Saturday Beats, he shared the most significant lessons he had learnt at 60. He said, “I think the greatest lesson is that love and creativity are what…
Naija Prime gives Nollywood new platform
A new web app, Naija Prime, is set to provide a homegrown alternative to popular streaming services by promoting Nigerian films and other creative content. The creator of the app, Martins Osuofia, stated that the lack of a viable local alternative led …
Juju music has bright future, says Wale Thompson
Veteran juju singer, Wale Thompson, has expressed confidence in the future of the music genre, stating that young artistes will increasingly turn to juju music for inspiration. Speaking in an interview with Sunday Scoop, he said, “Music always evolves….
MAD Solutions partners Tim Godfrey, others
The Chief Executive Officer of M.A.D Solutions, Bugwu Aneto-Okeke, has opened up on why his company recently added popular gospel artistes— Judikay, Tim Godfrey, and Neon Adejo— to its roster of gospel music artistes. This is in addition to company’s p…
I was scared of fame – Nancy Isime
Actress and media personality, Nancy Isime, has revealed her initial fear of fame. Isime stated this as a guest on the CreativiTEA podcast, where she reflected on her early career, explaining how the thought of being in the spotlight once terrified her…