''MY" TOP TEN SONGS THAT ROCKED NAIJA MUSIC INDUSTRY IN 2014
As the year runs out, the Nigerian music industry is one sector that really boomed and entertained us. Hence it is little surprise why the Headies awards greeted some peeps for their job well done in the year running. I have come up with MY own list of the songs I reckon made their marks this year. You can disagree and add yours as well.
10) Story for the Gods by Olamide. Olamide thrills the dancehall with this Terry G-esque hit which arguably is the most-played track in his album. Since his arrival into the music scene with Omotosho and the wonder song, First of All, this prodigy who is the acclaimed inspiration of fellow rapper, phyno, has never looked back.
9) Double Wahala by Oritse Femi. The Musical Taliban killed it all with this wonder track of his. Followed up by a nice remix with the koko master, D’banj, Femi seems to have come to stay in the scene.
Shoki by Lil Kesh feat Davidoo & Olamide. Prior to now, only a handful of music lovers reckon with this prodigy, Lil Kesh until this single of his. Shoki, a street banger with its unique and amazing dance movement has got every Nigerian artiste doing their own version of it.
7) Alobam by Phyno. Phyno continues to build his popularity not only amongst marketers and show promoters but also the streets with his originality in his concepts. This raw and hardcore track transmits a sense of highness into every street gee. If you doubt me, take a cursory look around your street and you will find up to 3 amongst 12 people donning a shirt with the inscription ALOBAM on it. Nice track. Good opium to rap lovers.
6) Johnny by Yemi Alade. The self-acclaimed King of the Queens hit the industry real hard and by storm with her hit single, Johnny. A hilarious melodrama filled with energy and vigour displayed in the video spiced up the rich afro-beats. Any surprise that the jamz was produced by Sele Bobo.
5) Sekem by Galaxy. The new dance step in vogue now. Comedian Galaxy brings humour to the stage and track by lecturing us on his invented dance steps. Sekem should pass as the best dancehall song in 2014. Try sitting down when the track plays and see what happens to you next. Powerful beat. Tspice again!
4) Girlie O by Patoranking. This dude is for real. Trailing his successful first single, Alubarika, is this reggae/dancehall killer with a rather sentimental and human right video against domestic violence. What about the remix with the Doro Diva herself where she killed it with her sensual flows. What ya say!
3) Gallardo by Runtown. This was all Runtown needed to skyrocket to spotlight. There is just something about this beat produced by Tspice and even the incoherent rhymes that make DeeJays to ever put the track on repeat. You just have to move to it. Featuring Davidoo, this will forever live as Runtown’s greatest work.
2) Aye by Davidoo. Omo Baba Olowo himself provides the clubs as well as wedding celebrants a song to usher in themselves. Powerful and moving beats, nice and romantic lyrics; exactly what one can call a complete song. Though most girls will disagree with him that they actually want designers and Ferraris, as well as his love.
1) Dorobucci by Don Jazzy ft Mavin Crew. Doroooo Doro bucci eeh, I bu onye ebee? Lol. Even my parents know this song and can sing to it. It is indisputably the song that rocked the African audience most in the year 2014. The way everyone moves to it, I mean literally everyone, e come be like say na juju dem carry do the beats. Na wa oh. Don Baba J! I throway cap for u and your crew!

Thanks a bunch y'all. I appreciate.

A nairalander's short film, The Treasure directed by Chilee Paschal Onyejelam in which he starred too gets nominated for award consideration in the short film category in the forthcoming Africa International Film Festival 2014.
The Treasure is a 31-minute inspirational dramatic-thriller which tells the story of a heart-broken and disillusioned young girl who seeks to take her life but discovers along the line the hidden treasure in life that makes life worth living nonetheless.
AFRIFF 2014 comes up on November 9th-16th in Tinapa, Calabar, Cross River State.
Here is the list for all the nominated short films across Africa:
2014 AFRIFF FINAL SELECTION - Shorts

2014 Short > in Competition > 'Afronauts' > Directed by Frances Bodomo of Ghana/UK.

2014 Short > in Competition > 'Crimson Ink Blood and Piss' > Directed by Daniel Etim Effiong of SA/Nigeria.

2014 Short > in Competition > 'Bliss' > Directed by Olu Yomi Ososanya of Nigeria.

2014 Short > In Competition > "Through Her Eyes" Directed by Xolile Tshabalala of South Africa.

2014 Short > In Competition > "Samaki Mchangani" Directed by Amiln Shivji of Tanzania.

2014 Short > in Competition > 'Soko Sonko' > Directed by Ekwa Msangi of Kenya.

2014 Short > in Competition > 'Oblivious' > Directed by Stanlee Ohikhuare of Nigeria.

2014 Short > in Competition > 'Premonition' > Directed by Stanlee Ohikhuare of Nigeria.

2014 Short > in Competition > 'Don't Conceive' > Directed by Michael Omonua of Nigeria.

2014 Short > in Competition > 'Vengeance Is Mine'> Directed by Esosa Edesomwan of the USA.

2014 Short > In Competition > 'Predators Paradise' > Directed by Bojtishoko Jeremia of Bostwana.

2014 Short > In Competition > 'Derniers Recours' > Directed by Mahi Bena of Bostwana.

2014 Short > In Competition > 'Poisoned Beans' > Directed by Chinwike Onwuchekwa of Nigeria.

2014 Short > in Competition > 'B-ve' > Directed by Frances Okeke of Nigeria.

2014 Short > in Competition > ‘ Vex: Fly Wahala’ > Directed by Chibuzor Afurobi of Nigeria.

2014 Short > in Competition> ‘I-Games' > Directed by Alexandra Kure’ave Hul of Nigeria.

2014 Short > in Competition>’ Living Funeral' > Directed by Udoka Oyeka of Nigeria.

2014 Short > in Competition> ‘Blink’ > Directed by Shawn Faqua of Nigeria.

2014 Short > in Competition> ‘Salome' > Directed by Nnenna Uk Favour of Nigeria.

2014 Short > in Competition> ‘Missing' > Directed by Ntare Guma of Uganda.

2014 Short > in Competition> ‘Beyond Plain Sight' > Directed by Joseph Adesunloye of the UK/Nigeria.

2014 Short > in Competition> ‘Keys, Money Phone' > Directed by Roger Young of South Africa.

2014 Short > in Competition> ’10:10' > Directed by Gbenga Salu of Nigeria.

2014 Short > in Competition> ‘Stiff' > Directed by Samantha Nell of South Africa.

2014 Short > in Competition> ‘Yawa' > Directed by Damijo Efe Young @DamijoEfeYoung of Nigeria.

2014 Short > in Competition> ‘I-Bemsi' > Directed by Itambi Delphine of Cameroon.

2014 Short > in Competition> ‘Ultimate Seat' > Directed by Raji kayode Ismail of Nigeria.

2014 Short > in Competition> ‘JD Okhai Photographer'> Directed by Joel Benson of Nigeria.

2014 Short > in Competition> ‘The Treasure' > Directed by Chile Pascal Onyejelam of Nigeria.

2014 Short > in Competition> ‘China Town' > Directed by Didier Ndega of Cameroon.

2014 Short > in Competition> ‘African Metropolis > Directed by Various.

2014 Short > in Competition> ‘Will To Power' > Directed by Michael MacGarry of South Africa.
To view the full list of all the nominated movies in their various categories, here is the link https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=303140113215621&id=123162581213376&refid=17

A man of the People by Chinua Achebe; Achebe's best work to me: one which portrays the challenges of an educated modest Nigerian youth in the face of the corrupt Nigerian government. The prophetic end of s the book which is a military coup d etat is also awesome. Next is Chukwuemeka Ike's The Bottled Leopard. Together with Purple Hibiscus, the "proSpective" movies will portray the lives of the male and female Nigerian teenagers in conflict with traditional superstitious beliefs and religious fanatism, aS is d case in most Nigerian homes. Then Cyprian Ekwensi's classicS in An African Night's Entertainment, and The Passport of Mallam Ilya will make a hell of blockbusters : movieS based on the Northern culture. Then iS Emecheta's The Joys Of Motherhood; an irony that indeed portrays the pains of motherhood in an African society where a lot is expected from the african mother, but yet with little given. Then the last is an Igbo prose, Isi Akwu Dara N'Ala, an intriguing story about a promising love of a young couple, Chike and Ada, that fell apart in the courSe of the civil war. Oh, I can't wait to become a rich producer and get these adaptations going.

Nice display from the boys. This is the first ever genuine young team paraded by Nigeria so far in the U-17 age grade competition. Though one cannot vouch that they are specifically they age they say they are, but I've followed this team right from their qualifying stages days, and I can attest that indeed they are really boys. Thumbs up to Manu, Amunike and Ugbade for strictly hatching from academies. I wish them similar or better impressive display subsequently. Lastly, a big shout out to Kelechi Iheanacho! We in Owerri are very proud of u! I wish you can start the next game. All the way from Kanu's academy in Owerri, pals, Iheanacho is a real talented young "boy". Believe me. Let's support our own. Way to go Naija!!!

Which station is airing the game, please?