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 Music/Radio › Beyonce And Our Weeping Compatriots by ayobase(op): 4:58pm On Mar 05, 2009 |
Have things really changed after the lamentation of Marie Steve? Wondering!!! Beyonce and our weeping compatriots By Marie Steve THE Senate President, Mr. Ken Nnamani, promptly rose and led his entourage to the Music Festival organised by ThisDay to celebrate Nigeria's 46th Independence. It was a call to duty and he had to be on hand to welcome our brothers and sisters from America. That was when Beyonce brought Nigerians and many of our senators to tears when she sang the National Anthem in her resonant voice. The two-day music extravaganza featured African-American hip hop stars such as Jay Z, Missy Elliot, Ciara, Snoop Dog. It was a truly emotional 'home-coming' for many of them. Why, Beyonce could pass for a Calabar princess, and Jay Z for an Ijebu man! Nigerian artistes were paraded beside their American brothers, and for many of them it was an overwhelming experience. They too did not disappoint the audience, though it can be tough to prove yourself when you have to compete with American artistes in a borrowed American style. After all D'Banj cannot be more American than Jay Z, nor Weird M.C than Missy Elliot. I was born into the pop culture myself, and I grew up enjoying pop music, still, it is not quite right that it was this heavy American hip hop diet that Nigerians were treated to at the Independence Musical Festival. Yes, there was a sprinkling of King Sunny Ade, and a simulation of Fela by his son Seun, but for a show that was designed to celebrate Nigeria, could that not have been a constipating overdose of American hip hop? The Government officials ostentatiously flowing in and out of the venue did not seem to think so. When have our senators and government officials trouped out in such great numbers to welcome a Nigerian who has done the country proud? I wonder how many of them sent so much as a greeting to Yerima who just won the NLNG prize for Literature. Yet our owambe senators put on their dancing shoes and poured out en masse to welcome American hip hop in the guise of an Independence Day celebration. Perhaps the organisers of the event did not think that Beyonce and her American brothers would have been thrilled to see a Bata dance from Ibadan, or the Swange from Benue? Might it have been a trifle 'local'? Nigeria's rich cultural dances were quietly locked away in some dusty cupboard lest the visitors found them. We sometimes cannot recognise opportunities to contribute to globalisation. The organisers missed a wonderful chance of bringing the ancient and the new together in an amazing African renaissance. But that is no surprise. The imported and the foreign have always appealed to us more than what is home-made and indigenous. Beyonce and her Missy Elliots may be great performers, but how does that celebrate Nigeria's Independence if Nigerians cannot even show them the pride of the black heritage? Our lawmakers have just endorsed these hip hop figures as role models for Nigerians, especially the young. I wonder how many of them ever saw Beyonce's semi-nude picture on the cover page of Ebony? I doubt if any official would dare to stand beside Anita Hogan for a snapshot, yet one of our governors and his wife proudly flanked Beyonce for a picture that made the front page of a Nigerian daily. Pop stars have excited millions of people, sometimes even to dangerously hysterical levels but they lack the power to transform minds in any constructive way. The real stars are truly enduring people that can move civilisation in a positive direction. Wild dancing, foul language, flimsy dressing and the 'stars' that symbolise them belong in the ephemeral world of frolic which fades and is soon forgotten. What do these hip hop artistes sing about? Lurid sex, murder, empty boastful words, ghetto violence, drug abuse, all conveyed in gestures which many of our own artistes strenuously imitate. There is a distressing trend of companies now making it their corporate social responsibility to bring these characters into the country as 'entertainment'. This ends up projecting a borrowed hip hop culture while our own indigenous cultures wither. There are too few companies promoting local Nigerian dance, which is just as in danger of extinction as much talked about endangered animal species. Many Beyonces have come and gone, but some of our young people will never enjoy an Atilogwu or Nkpokiti dance because these have been swept under the carpet. Next time when we roll out the drums to celebrate Nigeria, let us be sincere enough to proudly show her glorious colours. |
| Career › Re: "JUJU" Assistance To Get a Job (is It Possible?) by ayobase(m): 4:48pm On Mar 05, 2009 |
Jesus is the ultimate!!! |
| Music/Radio › Re: D'banj - Suddenly (video) by ayobase(m): 4:47pm On Mar 05, 2009 |
what? |
| Nairaland General › Re: Offtopic! by ayobase(m): 4:38pm On Mar 05, 2009 |
this is serious oooo |
| Christianity Etc › Re: Anyone Help With Rituals, Ife,juju,black Magic Etc. by ayobase(m): 4:28pm On Mar 05, 2009 |
So people could still be as daft as this. Its so painful. Why cant u prople introduce her to one strong man of God. Like Kumuyi, Odukoya, Adeboye, Chris, Chris, Oyedepo, |
| Politics › Re: CAN Wants Nigerians To Carry Arms (Religious Crisis) by ayobase(m): 4:11pm On Mar 05, 2009 |
Then we will just increase the rate of crime in Naija. Ayobase carrying gun? |
| Christianity Etc › Re: Judas Iscariot - Hero Or Villian? by ayobase(m): 4:08pm On Mar 05, 2009 |
@chrisbenogor U said most of the topics here are always insignificant. How does this sound significant? Why cant u go back to where u came from, Christendom and learn better. Such a stupid question. what do u mean by if Judas Iscariot is a HERO or VILLIAN? |
| Fashion › Re: Whats Your Favorite Lotion Or Creme? by ayobase(m): 4:00pm On Mar 05, 2009 |
tell em oo. but i still prefer my baby lotion cream anytime anywhere |
| Christianity Etc › Re: A Question For Tithe Payers by ayobase(m): 3:48pm On Mar 05, 2009 |
the truth of the matter is this You pay ur tithe or not, the work of God will never suffer any form of defficiency. Paying of tithe as God commanded, Gos is only giving you a chance to be a beneficiary of somethings. Some blessing has nothing to do with whether one is born again or not. Obeying ur parents, there is a blessing attached to, 'Long Life and Prosperity." When you dont obey your parents, then we all know what the problem will be. Some premature deaths could be traced to diobeying of parents. Another one is GIVING. there is no way u will lack when you are cheerful giver. This also doesnt demand being born again or not. So many and many "Do this and I will do this" The tithe issue is not an exception it is not a must to pay your tithe, [color=#000099]but want you to remember that not paying of one's tithe means one has stolen what belong to god we should then remember that no thief I mean no thief shall inherit the kingdom of God. Those that pay tithe will surely have somethings to say about how they are being favoured in one way or the other, How much does it cost one's tithe. just 10%, if not for greed. remember what happen to an animal when that Insulin/Pancreas bursts? The animal will never be delicious. Tithe is also like that, when u eat what belongs to God, then u wouldnt enjoy the spending, Sometimes, one would just wonder how he spent 100K. To give account will be as difficult as forcing a river up the hill. Just give what belongs to God and stay with urs. He never demanded for 20%, but 10%. How do u even apprecite your God, the giver of your life who keeps u up till date? Do us say its just Fate or mere Coincidence. We shall See. U better start giving ur tithe so as to be blessed!!![/color] |
| Music/Radio › Re: Why Do Igbo Artistes Sing In Yoruba? by ayobase(m): 12:20pm On Mar 05, 2009 |
everyone is making sense, but castigating in disguise. why cant we just stop this bullshit!! Are we not one? What we should talk about is the pollution the Western Culture has caused our Videos and, |
| Politics › Re: Has Anybody Considered Ojo Madueke For President. by ayobase(m): 11:57am On Mar 05, 2009 |
thats tight man!! So everyone 4 Madueke! |
| Webmasters › Re: Oya Review This Website! by ayobase(m): 1:17pm On Mar 04, 2009 |
The Site aint popping up |
| Travel › Re: Nigerian Traffic Rules by ayobase(m): 12:15pm On Mar 02, 2009 |
applicable to myself also Hmmmmmmmm! epi: |
| Art, Graphics & Video › Re: How To Extract Audio From Dvd For Your Mp3 Player by ayobase(m): 12:07pm On Mar 02, 2009 |
nice work man |
| Career › Re: "JUJU" Assistance To Get a Job (is It Possible?) by ayobase(m): 11:59am On Mar 02, 2009 |
Juju? It works,but but but HAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!! |
| Business › Fraudster: Be Warned! by ayobase(op): 2:41pm On Feb 26, 2009 |
Dearest in heart. How are you today, and how is business, and your health which is the most important thing to humanity,hope all is well, . I'm so happy to read from you again. Please I am very sorry if i may violate your policy or in any way hurt your feelings by intruding into your privacy,actually i saw your profile and i was touched to write you, i am sincerely in need of your assistance.Please don't be offended.I felt i could make a good friend with you. First and foremost and brief self introduction,I am Miss Jenifer Agurma ,22years old and the only daughter of my late parents Mr.and Mrs. Mark G Agurm My father was a highly reputable business magnate-(a cocoa merchant)who operated in the capital of LIBERIA during his days be he was poisoned to by his business associates in one of their outings on a business trip. Our mother died when we were babies and since then was linked or rather suspected to have been masterminded by his relatives who was so jealous of his wealth and progress.But God knows the truth! Before the death of my father in August 2005 he called the secretary who accompanied him to the hospital and told her that he had a sum of $3.5 million US DOLLARS (Three million five hundred thousand USD) Bank He said he used my name to Deposit the money with the bank as his only daughter, as well as the next of kin to the money. He also explained that it was because of this wealth that he was poisoned by his relatives, that I should seek for a foreign partner in a country of my choice where I will transfer this money to and use it for investment purposes. I want you to assist me transfer the money to your account as i explain to you that this money was deposited in the bank and make me the next of kin to the money .I am just 22 years old and a high school leaving certificate holder and really don't know what to do.Now I want a guardian outside Senegal where I can transfer this fund and equally come over to further my education because it is one of the instructions that my father left for me. This is because I have suffered a lot in my life after the death of my father actually brought sorrow to my life. My dear,I am in a sincere desire of your humble assistance in this regards.Your suggestions and ideas will be highly regarded. Now permit me to ask these few questions:- 1. Can you honestly help me as your daughter or friend? 2. Can I completely trust you? 3. What percentage of the total amount will be good for you after the money is in your position? Please,Consider this and get back to me as soon as possible, as well I will like you to forward your private telephone so that i will give you the contact of the bank where this money was deposited.I am looking forward to hear from you,please do not turn me down because you are the Gods sent that can help me out. Thank you so much. jenifer |
| Travel › Re: Nigerian Traffic Rules by ayobase(m): 2:29pm On Feb 26, 2009 |
Home Sweet home, Naija. We are always reversing the isssue of Rules,Regulations,Commandments, Orders,Laws,Presciptions,and Judgements here. Well to answer ur question, Green light depicts GO Red light depicts STOP Yellow light depicts GET READY TO GO/STOP When it goes from Green to Yellow, it simply means get ready to Stop When it goes from Red to Yellow, it simpy means get ready to Go. But here in Naija, everyone disobeys the rules well, it might no be everyone, but 99% of Abuja inhabitants disobeys. that I can say!!!! When it is "Ready to Stop" that is when u will see SOME drivers gearing to 5 from 1. And When it is "Ready to Go" that is when U will see SOME drivers already gone 500 meters. Naija, no wonder police sits there only to legally extort drivers due to diobedience. There was one that was embarrassing, a man in suit matched with tie in his "End Of Discussion" had to be apprehended by the police due to diobeying the traffic rules. Naija, hey which one of u does that also? |
| Properties › Re: I Am Just Curious! Why Do Agents Avoid Taking Pictures Of Their Properties Ads by ayobase(m): 3:13pm On Feb 21, 2009 |
thank u 4 that!!!! |
| Car Talk › Re: The Effects Of Naira Devaluation On Car Prices by ayobase(m): 3:01pm On Feb 21, 2009 |
add times 1/4 of normal value. |
| TV/Movies › Re: Jenifa the. blockbuster by ayobase(m): 2:59pm On Feb 21, 2009 |
CRITICS!!!! U na don come here again? U will never appreciate anything called atleast-it-worth-being-praised. Im sorry to say this, but it is the truth I find it difficult to sit and watch English Movies cos they are full of CRAPS, Yoruba movies? Hmmmm,no matter what the loopholes are, I still enjoy them!!!! English movies these days could be so boring and humiliating I only watch when I am being convinced to,only smashing ones. Jenifa? Yes, it might not be a blockbuster want to ask u a question the CRITICS. what is a movie all about? No wonder some says P-Square,Timaya&Co are better then Asa and 9ice. Get the message and forget about the poor sounds, poor visuals, Boom mic appearance, and whatever mistake!!!! Jenifa? The girl has really tried, a new actress for that matter, tough she was in "I NEED TO KNOW what she needs is encouragement and not ur bad belle. Case closed!!!!! |
| Politics › Re: Tough Times: Nigerians Flee To Ghana by ayobase(m): 5:40pm On Feb 19, 2009 |
no everywhere naija dey migrate to? So?? |
| Politics › Re: Putting Your Country First And Your Tribe Second by ayobase(m): 5:30pm On Feb 19, 2009 |
Ur tribe first then ur local government then ur state then ur country then ur continent then ur world. |
| Family › Re: Meet Nigeria's Miss Virginity by ayobase(m): 5:10pm On Feb 19, 2009 |
to encouage girls in our rotten society  |
| Christianity Etc › Re: Why Can't Pastor E.adeboye, Chris Oyakhilome, T.b Joshua Pray And Heal Yaradua. by ayobase(m): 4:55pm On Feb 19, 2009 |
then I must tell u that he must have died if they haven`t been praying for him. Bunkass!!! |
| Politics › Re: Can A Nigeria Police Refuse Bribe? by ayobase(m): 4:45pm On Feb 19, 2009 |
most of these people are uneducated, so hat do u expect? U can also try it, extorting N20 from each person that passes ur way everyday. How are u gonna stop.when no one to attack or sue you. And take this,many of them are sent by thier ogas them!! |
| Celebrities › Re: New Photos Of Genevieve Nnaji Looking Beautiful! by ayobase(m): 4:23pm On Feb 19, 2009 |
make she better go marry oo!!! I mean officially or otherwise!! |
| Music/Radio › Re: Mrpajuji....is.... your.... friend...!!! by ayobase(m): 4:21pm On Feb 19, 2009 |
sometimes with cold water!!! |
| Sports › Re: India Vs Nigeria: 99-1. Abeg Who Watch Am! by ayobase(m): 4:11pm On Feb 19, 2009 |
v3nom4eva:I think I like ur version!!! |
| Foreign Affairs › Re: Another Plane Crash In New York. by ayobase(m): 4:09pm On Feb 19, 2009 |
davidif:Thank U jare someone is now talking. But you should have said in this way: "In USA, the President is not blamed for everything unlike in Nigeria where the president is falsely blamed" |
| Foreign Affairs › Re: Another Plane Crash In New York. by ayobase(m): 4:04pm On Feb 19, 2009 |
Obasanjo was blamed when Nigeria was having problems with the air transportation, and we all kept quiet!!! Now a man is blaming Obama i.e My Man and everyone is complaining by rubbishing him. U should have thought him this lesson years back that Presidents are not to be interrogated when the planes are all crashing in his Country!! |
| Sports › Re: India Vs Nigeria: 99-1. Abeg Who Watch Am! by ayobase(m): 4:00pm On Feb 19, 2009 |
also learnt that the pricks on keeper Rufai`s face was due to the Lion Scratches!!! Hmmmmm!! |
| Career › Re: Enormous Salaries Of BankPHB by ayobase(m): 3:47pm On Feb 19, 2009 |
na today scam don start, ? I believe u jare!!!! Monkey dey chop baboon dey work abi? the love of money is the root of all evil oo!!!! |
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