Content creator and actor, Emeka Darlington, has expressed concern over the current state of the content creation industry, attributing the issue to the prevalence of subpar content rather than oversaturation. In an interview with Saturday Beats, he stated, “The industry seems saturated because there is a lot of poor-quality content. If the content were up
Rising music artist, entertainer, and songwriter, Iretemide Akintunde, popularly known as Ire Richie, has said that multiple award-winning artiste, Damini Ogulu aka Burna Boy, is his biggest motivation in the entertainment scene. Ire Richie disclosed this during the unveiling of his new song titled, ‘Grace’ on Friday. According to him, the track entails the many
In a showcase of innovation and creativity, the 2024 Greening Lagos project has unveiled a remarkable array of projects designed to tackle pressing societal issues. Held at the University of Lagos, the event attracted young visionaries from across the nation, each eager to present their unique solutions to challenges such as climate change, education inequality,
Malian singer Rokia Traore was extradited from Italy to Belgium and detained on Friday over an outstanding two-year prison sentence handed down in a child custody dispute, prosecutors said. The 50-year-old singer and guitarist was sentenced in absentia by a Brussels court last year on charges of parental abduction in a long-running fight with the
Some Nigerian celebrities have teamed with a public strategy and media group, Gatefield, to inveil a campaign against fake news and misinformation in the country. In a statement sent to PUNCH Online on Thursday, Gatefield’s Advocacy Lead, Shirley Ewang, said the group has teamed up with celebrities like Toolz, Linda Ejiofor, Elozonam, Folu Storms, Ibrahim
After years of fading into obscurity, Olajumoke Orisaguna, the Lagos bread seller, who rose to fame in 2016 after being discovered by renowned photographer, TY Bello, is making a remarkable comeback—this time as a broadcaster. Popularly known as Jumoke Oniburedi, she captured national attention when Ty Bello spotted her during a photo shoot while she
A United States of America-based afrobeats singer, Otu Okon Ukam, popularly known as Reckon, has released his EP, tilted, “No Luck, Just God”. Reckon stated that No Luck, Just God is a vibrant testament to faith, resilience, and celebration. Each track displays his lyrical depth and powerful vocals, weaving together messages of love, perseverance, and
Nollywood actress Bimbo Ademoye has opened up about the complexities of fame, describing it as both a blessing and a challenge. In an interview with Saturday Beats, she shared her perspective: “Fame has blessed me, to be honest. I have been able to receive favours from people. Yet, I have managed to stay grounded and
Nigerian comedian and influencer Anita Asuoha, widely known as Real Warri Pikin, has said her new web series titled, ‘Base On Street’ was created to honour the spirit of the Warri people and her fans. Speaking in an interview with Saturday Beats, she said, “What inspired me to create this series was my love for
Renowned filmmaker, Uduak Isong, recently launched Closer Film Night, an exciting new event designed to unveil films and celebrate the talents shaping the Nigerian film industry. Held on Sunday, November 17, 2024, at Radisson Blu, Victoria Island, Lagos, the event highlighted the achievements of Nollywood stars, with a particular emphasis on creators excelling in the
Nigerian Afrobeat sensation David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, celebrated his 32nd birthday with a spectacular live-stream concert on Thursday, November 21, 2024. The Grammy-nominated artist announced the event on his X account, sharing his excitement with fans in a post captioned, “B-Day Party @StateFarmArena.” The concert took place in Atlanta, Georgia, his birthplace. Davido
A leading global non-profit organisation, Population Services International Nigeria, in collaboration with popular Afrobeats artiste Yemi Alade, has launched a short film, a music single, and a music video in a campaign for menstrual health and hygiene. The campaign is aimed at breaking the silence and addressing the stigma around menstruation that women face, as
Nigerian entertainer and activist Charles Oputa, also known as Charly Boy, has revealed that he is using his personal experience of surviving prostate cancer to raise awareness about men’s health and mental well-being. In an interview with Saturday Beats, he emphasised the importance of openness when facing health challenges. “I survived prostate cancer, and it
An actress and content creator, Olukemi-Niyi Aluko, popularly known as Diva Gold, has said only a selfish man will be intimidated by a woman’s success. In an interview with Saturday Beats, she stated, “Only a man that is selfish and gullible will be intimidated by a woman’s success. You should be happy that your woman
Organisers of the recently held Beatz Awards 2024, themed ‘Empowering the Next Generation’, honoured music producer, Olumide Ogunade, aka ID Cabasa, and Afro hip-pop legend, Oladapo Oyebanjo, aka D’Banj, for their outstanding contributions to the Nigerian music industry. According to the Chief Executive Officer of Beatz Awards, Elijah John, this year’s edition is specifically designed
Rising Nigerian artiste Nancy Akwuobi, known by her stage name Adao, has revealed that her latest single, Dark Fantasy, is deeply inspired by her journey through personal tragedy and healing. Drawing from her own life experiences, Adao describes the song as a reflection of her path to self-discovery and spirituality, particularly following the loss of
Beyoncé has taken the lead as the most-nominated artist in Grammy history, scoring 11 nominations for her latest album, Cowboy Carter, and reaching a staggering career total of 99. This breaks her previous tie with her husband, Jay-Z, who holds 88 Grammy nods, making the Carters the reigning Grammy power couple. “When we talk about
Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has received three nominations for the 2025 Grammy Awards, bringing her career total to eight. The nominations, announced on Friday, place Tems alongside fellow Nigerian nominees Yemi Alade, Asake, Wizkid, Burna Boy, Davido, and Rema. Tems leads the group of Nigerian artistes with her three nominations and
The 2025 Grammy nominations have been revealed, presenting a star-studded lineup of artists, albums, and songs competing for honours at the 67th annual ceremony. Scheduled for 2 February at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, the event will celebrate recordings released between 16 September 2023 and 30 August 2024. Leading this year’s nominations with 11 is
The 2025 GRAMMY Awards season is in full swing, with a key event today: the nomination ceremony on Friday, 8 November 2024. In a year of significant changes, the Recording Academy has redefined several award categories to “enhance the integrity and inclusivity of the GRAMMY Awards,” according to officials. The revised categories aim to align
