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Àráọ̀rọ̀ is a series of monologue that speaks about the societal hills and issues of life in a typical Yoruba proverbial words. It is powered by Asabi TV under the House of Asabi Productions owned by Anuoluwapo Omoloro Ogunfeyitimi, a theatre enthuasist and an ambassador of the arts,
The debut season of Araoro premiered online on February 19 2019 with the episode of Asan laye 1 & 2, this increased her audience in Nigeria and diaspora because of the yoruba flavour and proverbial sauce added to it. She's an advocate of the yoruba race, culture and heritage. In one of her interviews with the press she says:'Our yoruba culture is dying because of the jet age we are. The white man's culture is not our culture and we have failed to balance it up because of the technology increase and other societal distractions; leaving only our parents to be the custodian of our heritage. What do we pass to our generation?'. She added that, she will contribute immensely to the growth of the yoruba race by using her creative ideas and also reviving theatre culture in Ibadan and Nigeria.
She was among the first set of graduates who bagged B.A at lead city University performing arts, and has featured in over 50stage productions across the country plays like Oba Koso and Ajagun nla by Duro Ladipo’s family, Snap shot and Mammy water’s wedding by Prof Bode Sowande, Dance of the forest by Prof Wole Soyinka, Hangs men also die produce by Ola Alabi and directed by Jerome Adie and lots more. She was the first to produce the first pidgin adaptation of Kola Ogunmola's palm wine drinkard titled St. Bottles Cathedral by the pidgin literary giant Ogini Bernard which was her debut production in Ibadan. She has worked with reputable directors like Dr Tunde Awosanmi, Yinka Akanbi, Dr Femi Adedina, , Prof Ojo Rasaki and bagged several International recognition and awards in Ibadan. Over 10years of Theatre experience, Costume design and Theatre management, she is the CEO of House of Asabi Productions (HAP) a Theatre Production company in Oyo state which is ready to give a classical and epic performance of Culture, Entertainment and Creativity

Towards the year 1912, Baale Ogundeyi Ogunlade of Irefin compound ascended the throne by becoming the 21st Baale of Ibadan after Baale Awenibaku Elenpe who reigned within 1910-1912.

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TITLE : Empty Democracy

ARTIST: Ogini Bernard
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MEDIUM: Thread, Newspaper print, and pictures (Multi Media)

REVIEWER: Samuel Akpan

Power corrupts; absolutism can suffice for Absolute Power. However far we seem from the Caesarian military antics, we tend to edge on to its starting line. Some skeptic visioneers have even peered through mirrors of divinities, now including money, gamble and history, to tell tales of a dog who will return to its vomit imminently. There have also been idle talks of the Skunk shedding off his spikes and smell to dwell and look like weasels. But how long will his scheme pull through before his spikes revolt and his foul smell choke seeming ‘predators’?
Slowly, consistently, our past of ‘ranks and boots’ haunts present ‘agabada’ realities. There is still that bugle that wakes sleeping heads by morning; reminding us of our tedious work shifts. There is still that Commander who authoritatively denies our access to amenities, loans and overdue promotions. There is still that boot banging on our warehouses demanding heavy taxes folding on business. Religious, social, academic and economic coup de etat with faiths waging wars, communities in territorial or residence battles, aggrieved students demonstration and insatiable teachers’ strike actions, snakes rebelling against banks respectively. Also are unfortunate KIAs who serve as negotiation teasers for sober herdsmen, befuddled boko haram and corporate terrorists in pension houses. However, generals always receive decorations, for ‘outstanding service and loyalty’.
The labours of our heroes past shall never be in vain; hence, we gave ‘Power’ a vacation and embraced Democracy - FREEDOM! A taste of freedom for everyone; each having peculiar difference - slight or great (largely determined by freedom barter treaties). Freedom bartering freedom for peanuts manipulatively to acquire freedom. Eventually, it is a tussle of freedoms. Freedoms warring freedoms, Freedoms stealing freedoms and laundering it far away, Freedom stashing away undisclosed freedom. Freedom grew wings, resisting law with nuances of selective ‘immunity’. Freedom then feeds on the muffles of the Silenced. Above all, freedom imposing freedom; in its smokescreen parlance “Free and Fair Elections”
Art is Mirror. It makes for commendation or QUESTIONING of appearance.
This work by Ogini Bernard is a propaganda masterpiece that features the nexus of Nigeria’s ‘ranks and boots’ or ‘khaki’ leaderships and her evolution to present day Democratic interspersions and interrogations – Questions. it features pictures of Gen. Yakubu Gowon, Gen. Murtala Mohammed, Gen. Olusegun Obasanjo, Maj. Gen. Muhammadu Buhari, Ge. Ibrahim Babangida, Gen. Sani Abacha, Gen. Abdusalami Abubakar. Ogini uses this medium to ask committal questions like; Is Nigeria totally democratic? Have our leaders brought in military antics to democratic forefronts? How free is freedom of ‘our democracy’? Are there other crops of leaders than our ‘heroes past? Indeed a scintillating artistic expression to apprize the past with the present in the bid to awaken nationalist consciousness.
Arts like this Silk Art are resonating echoes from the ancient ruins of great fortresses built on greed, coercion, tribalism, war, rage and power, reminding us of definite crumble if we do not seek answers to QUESTIONS.
What would men fear if there was no power?
FREEDOM!
If voting could make a difference, they wouldn’t have let us do it.
Is our democracy empty?


Samuel Akpan
samuelakpan3191@gmail.com
08131530028

In the dawn of 2019, Toluwalope Ajayi, a graduate of the University of Lagos has initiated herself into the republic of Nigerian artists who are experimenting and creating series of artistic movement through their artistic series and paintings.



For one who is familiar with the Art scene in Nigeria, it is no doubt that among artists who have birthed their own style and now crossing boundaries with such expressions is Mufu Onifade- debuting his art movement, Araism in the wake of 2011. Mufu’s Araism is a peculiar kind of painting that covers the entire canvas with some pattern, irrespective of what is in the background.

With Mufu and other artists breaking remarkable grounds in Nigerian Art history, the works of Toluwalope Ajayi are pronouncing her as an Art prophet whose name should be included in contemporary Art discourse as she leads the creative movement, Stonism. An acronym for a body of work (painting) developed with stones.

Continue reading: https://emiralty./2019/12/05/nigerian-female-artist-toluwalope-ajayi-pilots-art-movement-stonism/

For fast rising actress Omolara Adedayo, a native of Kwara state who was born and bred in Lagos state, Nigeria. Her passion for filmmaking has been a part of her literally since birth.

Since emerging into the industry sometime ago, she has starred and produced movies including Opin Ife, Wanted, Omo Williams, The Pains, Ololufe.

Inspired by the works of Adesua Etomi, Toyin Abraham, Funke Akindele, Gabriel Afolayan and other superstars. Omolara is a brilliant and talented thespian who enjoys her time, dedication and passion to her craft.

Working with directors such as Ibrahim Yekini, Segun Ogungbe and other thespians has become the avenue to constantly learn, relearn and unlearn for her.

https://emiralty./2019/11/11/up-and-close-with-nollywood-diva-omolara-adedayo/

The Arts theatre of the University of Ibadan will witness an epic atmosphere come in October, as Hamlet For Pidgin written by Ogini Bernard takes center stage with intriguing actions and fascinating dialogues that would set a new arena for discourse in the arts and beyond.

The performance directed by creative director, Emmanuel Orisunmibare, is scheduled for October 2nd, 2018 and feature appearances from in house thespians of theatre arts department, University of Ibadan.

Prior to performance day, the presentation of the book "Hamlet for Pidgin" authored by Ogini Bernard shall take course at the Arts Theatre, October 1st, 2018.

The theme of presentation which chronicles "Di Nigerian Pidgin: For Future" shall be discussed by the host, Nigerian Association of Pidgin Authors.

Hamlet For Pidgin - is an adaptation of the famous Williams Shakespeare's Hamlet, an experiment of https://emiralty./2018/09/20/ogini-bernard-others-set-to-usher-in-independence-day-with-hamlet-for-pidgin-in-ibadan/

Days after Daniel changed his name from “Kiss Daniel ” to Kizz Daniel” , his formal record label, G- worldwide has moved to trade mark “Kizz Daniel ” as their own

Also, claiming all business, songs done under the name “Kizz Daniel” is still theirs.

Read more here:

https://247mediang.com/from-kiss-daniel-to-kizz-daniel-former-label-g-worldwide-claims-ownership-of-new-name/

The twist keeps getting twistier and twistier – that’s comparative for ‘twisty’, just so you know – as we continue getting a back and forth from housemates, Tobi and Cee-C.



In the first two weeks of the reality game show, fans couldn’t get enough of the nature of Tobi and Cee-C’s relationship, with some even thinking that the former might have been brainwashed by the latter.



Later on, in course of the show, we got to think that Tobi has gotten over Cee-C but recent actions between the both of them got us thinking again – but now, the banker has revealed that everything he ever wanted from Cee-C, he has gotten.



He made this known while speaking with fellow housemate, Miracle on Wednesday night.

According to Tobi, the first weeks in the house were used by him to study Cee-C.

In his words;

“I have gotten all I needed from Cee-c. She has shown me all I needed to see and I no longer have anything to do with her, I’m telling you the truth. “In the first two weeks of our stay here, I love her genuinely. But later I discovered she wasn’t it, you understand? “See, that girl is poisonous. I’m not apologetic for anything.”



This comes after the head of house gave us a hint as to what he earns annually – he’d stated that if he were to win the Pepsi challenge ultimate prize, alongside his strategic partner, that will amount to N2.5million for him only, adding that itis quite more than what he earns annually from his bank job.



More gists at : http://247mediang.com/bbnaija-gotten-want-cee-c-tobi/

Music star and DMW Boss, Davido is not a strange name to the music scene, Nigeria as well as Africa in general. With several home and international awards to his name, OBO ( as he is widely known) is stopping at nothing to create an iconic stand in the music industry.

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Recently, he recently buried the musical rivalry with his counterpart, Wizkid as they have both shared the same stage to perform each other’s songs. Focusing on the Nigeria scene, It is no doubt that both of them have the largest fanbase on social media platforms.

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However, some fans of these artistes are surprised that Davido’s Instagram would hit a total of 6million followers as opposed to Wizkid with 4million.

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Well, we are not surprised as Wizkid engages his twitter account more than Instagram.

See more/photos here http://247mediang.com/davido-celebrity-west-africa-followers-6million-instagram/

Nollywood fast rising actress and producer of Irinajo Ola, Omotola Ogunbanwo (Gold) returns to the creative scene yet again with a bang for her latest movie project titled, “Wahala”(Trouble).



“Wahala” as directed by Abiola Paul Bogumbe and produced by Omotola Ogunbanwo has witnessed an impressive cast of big names in the movie industry as the anticipation builds up.





The project stars Muyiwa Ademola Authentic, Binta Ayo Mogaji, Funmi Awelewa, Toyin Adegbola, Liz Dasilva, Akin Olaiya, Wale Akorede, Taiwo Ibikunle and other numerous acts.


See pictures http://247mediang.com/epic-moments-behind-scenes-omotola-ogunbanwo-new-movie-wahala/

While some artistes such as Davido, Mayorkun, Reekado and Tiwa Savage seems to be hitting the high notes, some of their label mates have been lagging behind and will soon be forgotten if they don't drop a hit song this 2018.



1. Yemi Alade; Top of the chart is Mama Africa singer, who has lost touch with her Nigerian fans. She has been dropping music with vague titles, like her Tum Bum jam. Her lyrics game is not impressive enough.
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2. Dremo; With a host of collabos and his popular cover for Panda, this lad had everything in him to succeed ahead of Mayorkun when they both joined DMW in 2016, but alas!, the moment he signed the dotted line, the world saw a very lazy Dremo.

http://247mediang.com/top-5-nigerian-artistes-desperate-need-hit-songs-2018/

Popular yoruba actress, Fathia Williams also known as Fathia Balogun looks bigger in her mid region and this has led to speculations that the 49-year-old movie star might be pregnant
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Fathia who separated from her former husband Saidi Balogun years ago was snapped during the premiere of a movie with ... See photos and read more here http://247mediang.com/here-why-faithia-balogun-pregnancy-rumors-true/

Israel stayed true to its promise of arresting and expelling African migrants last week, after it detained 7 Eritreans who refused to be deported to Rwanda. .
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To protest the deportation, inmates at the Holot prison in the Negev desert, first embarked on a hunger strike. African migrants also went out into the streets, painted their faces white, suggesting they were being sent into danger because Israel didn’t believe their black lives mattered. .
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The current deportation plan threatens to remove thousands of Africans, many of them from Sudan and Eritrea. The government has proposed giving each migrant $3,500 to leave, with the option of going home or to a third country. .

http://247mediang.com/africans-paint-their-faces-white-to-protest-against-deportation-from-israel/

Talented Instagram comedian, Oluwadolarz has revealed that rapper Olamide is angry at him for his viral and hilarious interpretation of the controversial song: Science Student.

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When the song was released a while ago, fans of the singer had danced to the song, tagging Olamide in the video and in most cases, the really interesting videos had been reposted by Olamide.

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Oluwadolarz had followed the cue but in his own case, he did not just dance to the song, he did an English version of the song that trended on the social media. “There’s no leaf, there’s no root” The one minute video was so hilarious that it was acknowledged by many entertainers in the industry who applauded the comedians creativity.

One artiste who was not so excited about the ‘remix’ was the owner of the song.

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According to Oluwadolarz who spoke with GoldMyneTV, it was apparent that Olamide was not happy with his video, and this was because the interpretation exposed the hidden meaning of the song, which Baddosneh would prefer to remain unlocked.

“When I did WO, he reposted, but this time, he didnt. I know he is angry” Oluwadolarz said

Continued here: http://247mediang.com/why-olamide-angry-my-science-student-video-instagram-comedian-oluwadolarz/

It was a very bright and beautiful gathering as family, friends and wellwishers of actress cum beautician Abimbola Ogunnowo converged at the opening of her multi million naira beauty office in Egbeda area of Lagos.

The CEO of Extreme Beauty place was overwhelmed at the show of love and turnout as the social media also went agog in celebrating her on the new feat.

In attendance were notable nollywood faces such as Mercy Aigbe , Folorunshoadeola, bidemi kosoko, bukola adeeyo and regina chukwu among others.

The celebration went to a higher level when sensational Boye Best band gave guests the best of new school juju and high life music.

See pictures here: http://247mediang.com/crowning-moments-opening-actress-abimbola-ogunnowo-multimillion-naira-beauty-office/

Bambam and Teddy A of big brother house were caught on camera having intense doings last night in the bathroom.



Apart from Miracle and Nina who have been caught on Camera more than once, there have been speculations and doubts from fans about other housemates having sex in the house. Even though, some housemates complained about condoms littering the place, no one could be held responsible for this doings.

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The story changed last night when Bamteddy were caught on camera giving the sugar to each other for some minutes, after the match... Continued here http://247mediang.com/bbnaija-video-bambam-teddy-engage-bathroom-sex/

Earlier today, we reported that fast rising rapper, Zlatan Ibile was attacked by Segun wire’s family, the little boy zlatan has been taking care of since his viral “Chache” video.


The rapper himself took to instagram to shed more light on the viral issue and it is already known through his post that he has withdrawn from helping the young boy and of course legal action is being taken against the family of Segun wire.

Read what Zlatan wrote on instagram below:

ZLATAN WITHDRAWS HELPING SEGUN WIRE

THE TRUE EVENT TO THE CONTROVERSIAL STORY ONLINE

On the 24th of February 2018 Zlatan Ibile decided to take a legal action against the family of segun wire, as the family use him as an extortion means of making money off the boy’s famous status (there is an actual proof of this event ,as segun wire was found sending a voice note extorting a well wisher of 85k there by framing Zlatan of not paying the present term school fees which in fact there is a receipt issued of the school that zlatan has payed since November last year )

So after reporting this incident to human rights authorities!! They decided to invite segun wire’s family in for questioning to hear from both sides but on getting to their house for invite with the two representatives of human rights for questioning they refused out of ignorance and decided to take law into their hands by molesting zlatan and his manager and as well chased away the two law representatives.

Continued here http://247mediang.com/breaking-zlatan-ibile-withdraws-from-helping-segun-wire-as-he-explains-everything-that-happened/

Nollywood actress and award winning skin care therapist, Abimbola Ogunnowo launches her multimillion naira beauty store today, Sunday 25th of February in Lagos.

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She shared the good news today on her Instagram page as she post the picture of the store with the caption :

“This is my building, My 2018 just started.

I built my store.

I made it oh my God ����
My dream came through.������ Congratulations to me and my family.



I give God the Glory.. bin cooking this for long now, nd its finally here!! “EXTREMELY” GRATEFUL is an understatement.. nd to my Clients all over d world I SAY thank u y’all for making dis happen.. y’all are d real MVPs”

The announcement has been greeted by messages from her colleagues and celebrities such as Mercy Aigbe, Folorunsho Adeola, Aremu Afolayan, Seyi Edun, Toyin Adewale, Madam Saje and a host of others.

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The official launching of the beauty store which holds today will have in attendance celebrities, media personalities as well as socialites within and outside Lagos, Nigeria.

http://247mediang.com/nollywood-actress-abimbola-ogunnowo-opens-multimillion-naira-beauty-store-lagos/

Following last week’s break from nominations because of K. Brule and Khloe’s disqualification, today on day 29 of Big Brother Naija 2018 the nominations have resumed.



First of all, team Tena ‘Teddy A and Nina’ are immune from nominations this week after receiving a reward from Big Brother during yesterday’s live show for being nominated as the most favourite pair by their fellow housemates’ pairs.
And as you are all aware, the housemates have carried out today’s nominations in their strategic pairs.

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Below is a summary of how each pair has nominated today.

See here: http://247mediang.com/bbnaija-here-summary-today-nominations/

Family of Segun Wire, the young boy who became a viral sensation through a video saying he would love to be a yahoo boy have reportedly attacked Zlatan Ibile.



Zlatan Ibile, a fast rising Nigerian music artiste was said to be the one who took up the responsibilities of the little boy after seeing his viral video, and since then enrolled Segun in school as well as catering for his welfare.

However, reports according to a witness... Continued here: http://247mediang.com/chache-sensation-segun-wire-allegedly-his-benefactor-singer-zlatan-ibile/

One day, you are the unofficial housemaid in Aso Rock running errands for the first family and by magnanimity of the Nigeria President get a oil block and richest 9ja woman.

So let us take another look at Folorunsho Alakija, For so long she sold the story of how Folorunso Alakija SUDDENLY got LUCKY. stumbled into one of Nigeria’s ‘BAD’ oil block and God turned it around making it a gold mine. Her tale is not unusual of those who rape our commonwealth.

Who is Folorunsho Alakija?

Official spin is that of an entrepreneur but the reality like most Nigerian so called billionaires is a 1% cabal who acted as fronts to those who hijack state power for the benefit of themselves against the interests of the majority. A close nit RACKET.

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From Aliko Dangote, Femi Otedola, MKO Abiola etc. hardly will you dig into the real source of the wealth of so called successful Nigerian billionaires without tracing elements of state loot, unfair allocation of monopoly & private capture of national wealth same as Folorunsho Alakija.

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In the brutal days of Nigerian military dictators, they had civilian collaborators who acted as fronts, they are those described by the first set of coup plotters as the “Ten percenters” They form companies, form banks, the coupist divert commonwealth to this banks & companies.

Folorunsho Alakija became

Continued here: http://247mediang.com/folorunsho-alakijas-story-about-useless-oil-block-con-story-journalist-kayode-ogundamisi/

As events heat up in the big brother naija house of 2018 which has seen some housemates evicted out of the game already.

Viewers have however been convinced to believe that each housemates display of character/speech is a kind of strategy to win the prize at hand.

The drama seems not to be about current housemates alone as the past contestants of the live show are referred to at one point or the other by the viewers.

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Today, 2017 big brother Naija housemate, Tboss is under fire for a comment she made while in the house about how she would spend 25Million in 2weeks.





Here is what transpired between her and a fan

Read here: http://247mediang.com/i-never-said-25million-2weeks-tboss/