Entertainment
Boomplay To Hold Grand Finale Of Campus Music Star On Thursday
Africa’s biggest streaming platform, Boomplay will be holding the grand finale of Campus Music Star on Thursday, 25th of November 2021 in Lagos.
Campus music star is a musical talent hunt packaged by Boomplay to produce the next biggest artiste in the Nigerian music industry. The 2021 edition which is the maiden edition started since October with the submission of over 2,000 entries from different tertiary institutions in Nigeria after which the best 10 entries were picked to battle for the first position on Thursday.
According to the marketing manager of Boomplay Nigeria, Afuape James, Boomplay Campus Music Star was borne out of the need to help discover talents in Nigerian universities. He noted that there are several talents in tertiary institutions but they find it difficult to groom themselves due to the pressure from academic, hereby neglecting their talents.
Due to this, Boomplay Nigeria began an intentional mission in October to discover music talents by physically going to Ten Nigerian Universities starting from University Of Ibadan.
‘’The boomplay campus music star is a nationwide university campaign, we decided to go into universities in order to pick students that are musically talented and give them a platform to showcase their talent. We started in October with UNIBADAN and went to ten universities in Nigeria physically’’
‘’The idea behind this is that we realized universities students have lot of talents but parents are always after their education hereby neglecting their talents. We have students who are talented in different areas not just in music alone so the idea is to tap into this, discover talents in universities, give them the opportunity to showcase these talents, get judges that are musically inclined, pick the best and give them to us to promote’’
The managing director of Boomplay Nigeria, Kadiri Ibrahim noted that Boomplay is contributing massively to the Nigerian society by making another music star with the Campus Music Star campaign. He revealed the selected 10 music talents out of 2000 flew into Lagos on Saturday and since then, they have been receiving lectures on the music industry and preparing them for the grand finale.
‘’We are contributing to the society by making another music star. We had about 2000 entries, we had judges that streamed them down to 500 then to 10, it was a rigorous process. Every one of them are talented but we tried to pick the especially talented ones. The best 10 flew into Lagos on Saturday and We have been talking to them, lecturing them about the music industry, we are preparing them for the grand finale. Next year is going to be very big, a lot of brands are talking to us to be part of it, we are looking forward to making it bigger’’
Furthermore, one of the contestants, Opeyemi Precious from University Of Calabar expressed gratitude to Boomplay Nigeria while affirming that they have all been treated like royalties since they flew in to Lagos few days ago.
‘’My experience has been great to be honest, this is my first time witnessing this from the plane ride, to the hotel, I have been spoilt and I’m happy about it. Yesterday we met professionals and our eyes were opened, I learnt lot of things from lot of people, it’s been informative. I felt really happy when I was selected because I never expected it’’
In the same vein, Afolayan David, a student of UNIBADAN said he didn’t believe in the contest when request for entries came in but was left surprised by how things turned out.
‘’ When the request for entries came in, I wasn’t thrilled because I had doubt but I gave it trial, I got people to vote for me and here we are. The experiences have been so sweet, they have been giving us first class treatment’
Comedian IGOSAVE lavishes over £10,000 pounds Popping Bottles Of Champagne in London
Legendary comedian Igosave who has been on a European tour since last month, was recently spotted on a spending spree in London.
According to an eyewitness, the entertainer spent over £10,000 popping premium bottles of champagne, which has got everyone talking.
Entertainment
Africa’s Largest Comedy Show, Laffmattazz, Announces 2025 UK Tour Featuring Gbenga Adeyinka and a Star-Studded Lineup
Africa’s Largest Comedy Show, Laffmattazz, Announces 2025 UK Tour Featuring Gbenga Adeyinka and a Star-Studded Lineup
Nigeria’s premier entertainment brand, Laffmattazz with Gbenga Adeyinka and Friends, is delighted to unveil its highly anticipated 2025 UK tour as Gbenga Adeyinka lands in London for the shows scheduled to run across six major cities in August.
Headlined by the legendary African comedian Gbenga Adeyinka, the tour promises a spectacular display of comedy, music, and cultural celebration, featuring some of Africa’s most celebrated performers and entertainers.
Gbenga Adeyinka: A Legend of African Comedy:
Hailed as one of the most influential comedians on the continent, Gbenga Adeyinka’s wit, charisma, and comedic mastery have earned him a revered status in African entertainment. His presence ensures an extraordinary experience for all attendees.
A star-studded lineup of performers:
The tour will showcase an impressive lineup of entertainers, including:
- King of Comedy Alibaba
- MC Abbey Da Prof
- MC Larry J
- MC OJB
- Arkbishop
- Aridunnu
- MC Obete 1 of Manchester
- Toastmaster
- Cris Da Enteratainer
- Okikiade
- Bidemi Alaran
- MC Questionnaire
This diverse ensemble guarantees a night filled with side-splitting comedy, captivating performances, and lively music.
The tour is supported by industry leaders, including FIRS, Air Peace, and TMS UK Properties Ltd. The tour underscores their ongoing support of African entertainment and cultural diplomacy.
Tour Schedule & Venues
- Cambridge – August 22, 2025
Venue: Arbury Hall, The Centre, Campkin Road, Cambridge, CB4 2LD
Tickets & Info: 07787427862 | @moneevents
- Nottingham – August 23, 2025
Venue: St Jude Hall, Mapperley, 405 Woodborough Rd, Nottingham, NG3 5HE
Tickets & Info: +44 7706 655327 | @olubadanoneproductions
Oxford – August 24, 2025
Venue: Comies Caribbean Grill, 202A Garsinton Road, Oxford, OX4 6NQ
Tickets & Info: +44 7300 205911 | @dncmusicgroup
- London – August 25, 2025
Venue: Unit 3-4, Blenheim Business Centre, 18-20 Locks Lane, Mitcham, CR4 2JX
Tickets & Info: 07787427862 | @moneevents
-Manchester – August 29, 2025
Venue: 137 Cheetham Road, Manchester, M8 8LY
Tickets & Info: +44 7877 587857 | @kinshowproductions
-Northampton – August 31, 2025
Venue: The Black Diamond, Lower Harding Street, Northampton, NN1 2JL
Tickets & Info: +44 7534 212192 | @SilhouettePromotions, @DACPromotions, @ChristianMent, @IvoryTopazEvents
Entertainment
Fuji Music Star, Abass Obesere Allegedly In Secret Romance With UK-Based Relationship Expert, Yinka TNT
Fuji Music Star, Abass Obesere Allegedly In Secret Romance With UK Based Relationship Expert, Yinka TNT
There’s a hot gossip in town involving an alleged secret romance between star Fuji musician, Abass Akande Obesere and UK based popular talkshow host, Oluyinka Ayanda a.k.a. Yinka TNT.
According to insiders, friends of Obesere are worried about the potential consequences of the alleged secret affair for his marriage; the associated scandal, heartbreak and the impact on his reputation as his wife was already in the know and reportedly spoiling for a showdown.
Sources said the clandestine nature of the saga makes it difficult to know how long their affair has been going on and how often the lovebirds meet or interact.
Speaking on the rumour, an ally of Yinka who didn’t want to be named for confidential reasons, said “it is not impossible”, adding that though it wasn’t a public topic yet.
“A single lady romancing a married man is part of socializing, especially if both of them have always known and supportive of each other,” the source quipped.
Yinka is a single, career woman with kids while Obesere is married. Thus, a close relationship between such high-profile celebrities who interestingly are also showbiz aficionados, is bound to attract intense media attention and public speculation.
Calls made to both Yinka and Obesere to confirm the authenticity of this information went unanswered while text messages sent to their known mobile telephone numbers were not replied as at press time.
_More details in due course…_
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