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Presenter Gemma Feare catches up with global superstar Sean Paul to find out about his new singles, entitled “The Other Side of Love”, “Entertainment feat. 2 Chainz, Juicy J” and the brand new single “Riot” which will be to his next album! Factory78 also find out about his decision to launch a career in music aged 21, his journey since then and views on the reggae and dancehall industry as a whole. This Kingston-born artist touches on the importance of bringing dancehall music to the world, becoming internationally acclaimed and his love for Afrobeats artists. Grammy-award winning artist, Sean Paul, now highlights musical talent among the youth and speaks of the legacy he wishes to create!!!





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Former Murder Inc. rapper Ja Rule, has been released from prison in New York after serving nearly two years for illegal gun possession and tax evasion.

The release comes two months earlier than the proposed date of July 28th, however Ja will be on house arrest until this date.

The rapper was sentenced to 28 months in prison after failing to pay $1.1m (£710,319) in taxes between 2004 and 2008. He was also sentenced to two years in prison for possessing a semi-automatic handgun, which police found hidden in his car after a concert in New York in 2007; Ja served both sentences back-to-back.

A number of artists have taken to Twitter to welcome Ja home including rapper, N.O.R.E who wrote:

“Just spoke to @Ruleyork everybody tell him welcome home!!!”

The official RuleYork.com website posted a public service announcement which read:

“Let’s give him a warm welcome. Ja Rule’s Twitter handle is @ruleyork. Follow him and send him some welcoming tweets.”



Lets hope Ja Rule gets back in the studio to record some fresh new tunes.

Welcome home Ja!


SOURCE: http://naijaolofofo.com/ja-rule-released-from-prison-ruleyork/

Remember when Wizkid announced he was starting his own record label, “Star Boy Entertainment”? Well, it’s official, as the newest music CEO on the block has signed his first act to the label, Maleek Berry.
Maleek Berry is a highly sought-after Nigerian producer based out in the UK and is responsible for such hits as Wizkid‘s “The Matter” & “Lagos To Soweto”, Wande Coal’s “My Way”, Davido‘s “Video” & “Enter The Centre” and most notably, Sinzu‘s “Carolina”.
Wizkid announced the big news via Twitter.

http://www.naijaolofofo.com/2013/04/wizkid-signs-uk-producer-maleek-berry.html

‘I pray to God that I make it to heaven, for going through hell, let my success shame the devil’ – Olamide (Jesu o’kola feat Aduke, YBNL, 2012)

Before I start, can we agree Nigerian rapper Olamide Adedeji (not to be confused with the Soundcity TV exec) is the hottest Nigerian rapper right now? With over 10 hit collaborations in less than a year, chart topping singles from a critically-acclaimed album, ubiquitous guest appearances and cameos; it’s safe to say he is. No?

It didn’t start this way for ‘Badoo’ though – Olamide’s early days can be traced to many years back when he was still called G-Dog and would visit veteran urban sound producer ID Cabasa’s studio in Bariga, in his secondary school uniform.

With the CODED Tunes dynasty falling apart, (9ice had just left, Lord of Ajasa left to work with K Solo for his third album, 2Phat kind of stopped making music, Reminisce and Jah Bless signed with EDGE Records), the young energetic rapper was signed and re-christened ‘Olamide’. He also signed a management deal with Toni Payne and released a premature debut album ‘Rapsodi’ in 2011, thus his journey to absolute power began.

It’s 2013 and a lot of things have changed; what we can tell you is that Olamide’s career would have gone down the drain after his debut release if he hadn’t made power moves – the kind of moves only a boss (or a boss in the making) would make. Nigerian Entertainment Today details all these in a few points below…

1. GET YOURSELF A KICK ASS MANAGER

First thing Olamide did was fire Toni Payne whom he felt wasn’t doing much for his career right after his debut album release. The two parted ways controversially when Payne reportedly accused Olamide of performing and collecting performance fees without her knowledge. Olamide was then managed by 2Phat of CODED Tunes. After parting ways with ID Cabasa, he hired the services of Tony Nwakolor. Nwakolo, a very popular 30 something-year-old manager had failed with a now defunct Yes Records years back but in the process gained a lot of experience. Olamide is currently being managed by Nwkolo’s 1805 Entertainment.

2. AVIOD BEEF AND CONTROVERSY

Even when Olamide parted with Toni Payne and eventually CODED Tunes, he kept his thoughts on the matter on the low, never speaking to the press about it. He also didn’t discuss his partying ways or throw disses at them on his songs. He also has united with other Yoruba speaking rappers especially Reminisce (who seems to be his toughest competition), Base One and others. No stories of getting drunk, knocking any girl up or being photographed while sleeping with a university student. And oh yea, he stopped dissing 9ice too.

(winner of the Peak Talent Show, season 2) and 2Kriss. He has also got for himself a new producer Mr Pheelz who is credited with giving him the new sound on his ‘YBNL’ album.

4. DO IT BIG

Why buy a 9mm gun to kill a 20 feet giant when you could buy a rocket launcher? Olamide didn’t leave any stone unturned when recording his sophomore album YBNL– sticking with a little known producer Mr Pheelz (with some help from big brother Samklef), Olamide tightened his guest appearance list, featuring the likes of A-List acts Tiwa Savage, Davido, B-List acts Kayswitch, Dammy Krane and street-appealing acts rappers Reminisce, BaseOne, Minus and Aduke.

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Source: http://www.naijaolofofo.com/2013/04/olamide-101-7-lessons-from-nigerias.html

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Goldie's properties, according to his family are going to be auctioned for "Project Alert On Violence Against Women" Charity. The deceased, Goldie Harvey was passionate about this organization that she was always fraternising with them. And now that she is no more, we learnt, she has put it in record that her property should be auctioned and the money realized should go into Project Alert’s pulse. Though, the late Nigerian artiste is gone but can never be forgotten! Her properties will be auctioned to the general public on the 1st of May 2013. The sale of her property is to raise funds for “Project Alert on Violence Against Women” NGO. Project Alert is a non-governmental women’s rights organisation set up to provide information on all forms of violence against women and render support services to female victims of violence. Project Alert is being established to play this critical role. Ideal as it may seem to affiliate Project Alert to one of the already existing women’s rights organisation, this will only succeed in further playing down the importance and seriousness of these issues. Violence against women is a cog in the wheel of this country’s development process. The public will be informed of the address of where this auction will take place as soon as possible.

SOURCE : http://www.naijaolofofo.com

For those of you who don’t know him, Ayiri Emami is the biggest entertainment investor in the south-south region of Nigeria and the owner of 911 Entertainment amongst other entertainment investment. 2baba (2face) was his best man during his expensive wedding some years back, as a close friend of the music star sources has it that Ayiri is one of the major sponsors of the wedding in Dubai, which attracted the who is who in Nigerian entertainment.
Millionaire, Ayiri also known as (Bash Oloye) is a beneficiary of the corrupt past and present Delta state Governors (Ibori and Uduaghan) and a political thug. We also hear he is into oil bunkering.

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Rave of the moment Iyanya is leaving no stone unturned to remain on top. Currently in South Africa, the Kukere Crooner was on set today with Star Boy, Wizkid for the video shoot of “Sexy Mama” one of the wave making songs in his recently released album

http://www.naijaolofofo.com/2013/03/pope-election-vatican-conclave-rules.html

The election of a pope follows a series of choreographed rules and rituals that have been tweaked over the centuries - ever since the term "conclave" or "with a key" was used in the 13th century to describe the process of locking up the cardinals until they have chosen a new pope.

Here are the rules in use to elect Benedict XVI's successor, the 266th pope:

Who votes?
Only cardinals under age 80 are eligible. In this case 115 men fit the bill and will vote. Two cardinals who were eligible stayed home: The emeritus archbishop of Jakarta, Cardinal Julius Darmaatjadja, who is ill, and Scottish Cardinal Keith O'Brien, who recused himself after admitting to inappropriate sexual behavior.

What is the ritual?
The conclave's first day begins with the "Pro eligendo Romano Pontificie" Mass for the election of a pope. In the afternoon, cardinals gather in the Pauline Chapel of the Apostolic Palace and file into the Sistine Chapel chanting the Litany of Saints and the Latin hymn "Veni Creator," imploring saints and the Holy Spirit to help them pick a pope.
Standing under Michelangelo's "Creation" and before his "Last Judgment," each cardinal places his hand on a book of the Gospels and pledges "with the greatest fidelity" never to reveal the details of the conclave. A meditation on the qualities needed for the next pope and the challenges ahead for the church is delivered by Maltese Cardinal Prosper Grech.
The master of liturgical celebrations then cries "Extra omnes," Latin for "all out." Everyone except the cardinals leaves and the voting can begin.

How do they vote?
Each cardinal writes his choice on a paper inscribed with the words "Eligo in summen pontificem," or "I elect as Supreme Pontiff". They approach the altar one by one and say: "I call as my witness, Christ the Lord who will be my judge, that my vote is given to the one who, before God, I think should be elected".
The folded ballot is placed on a round plate and slid into an oval silver and gold urn. In the past, a single chalice was used to hold the ballots.
But conclave changes made by Pope John Paul II in 1996 required three vessels: one for chapel ballots, another for ailing cardinals at the Vatican who can vote from their beds and the third to hold the ballots after counting.
No cardinals are expected to require the bedside voting, but all three flying saucer-shaped urns were in the Sistine Chapel regardless.
The ballots are then bound together with a needle and thread - each pierced through the word "Eligo" - and burned in the chapel stove along with a chemical to produce either black or white smoke.
Up to four rounds of voting are allowed each day after the first day, and a two-thirds majority - 77 votes - is needed.
If no one is elected after three days - by Friday afternoon - voting pauses for up to one day. Voting resumes and if no pope is elected after another seven ballots, there is another pause, and so on until about 12 days of balloting have passed.
Under norms introduced by Benedict XVI just before he resigned, the cardinals then go to a runoff of the top two vote-getters. A two-thirds majority is required; neither of the two top candidates casts a ballot in the runoff.

What happens once the Pope is elected?
Once a cardinal has been elected pope, the master of liturgical ceremonies enters the Sistine Chapel and the senior cardinal asks "Do you accept your canonical election as Supreme Pontiff?"
Assuming the cardinal says "I accept," the senior cardinal then asks: "By what name do you wish to be called?"
The master of liturgical ceremonies, Monsignor Guido Marini, then enters the information on a formal document.
At this point, white smoke pours out of the Sistine Chapel chimney and bells of St. Peters toll.
The new pope then changes into his papal white cassock, and one-by-one the cardinals approach him to swear their obedience.
In a change for this conclave, the new pope will stop and pray in the Pauline Chapel for a few minutes before emerging on the loggia of the balcony overlooking St. Peter's Square. Preceding him to the balcony is French Cardinal Jean-Louis Tauran, the protodeacon, who announces "Habemus Papam!" Latin for "We have a pope" and then introduces him to the world in Latin.
The new pope then emerges and delivers his first public words as pope.
Famous first words
Pope John Paul II charmed the crowd of thousands on Oct 16, 1978 when he first emerged on the loggia, no easy task given his predecessor had only lived as pope for 33 days and Karol Wojtyla was the first non-Italian elected in 455 years.
Noting that he came from a far-away land - Poland - he told the crowd that he would speak in their ("our" language.
"If I make a mistake, you will correct me," he said to cheers.
Retired Pope Benedict XVI offered a similarly modest gesture on April 19, 2005, telling the crowd he was but a simple "humble worker in the vineyard of the Lord."

http://www.naijaolofofo.com/2013/03/banky-looks-for-wizkids-replacement-im.html

Banky W is now out to find a replacement for Wizkid as the strained relationship between the two
has finally snapped. Both had been trading words on social media as it concerns their crashed business relationship. A video producer close to Banky told R on Friday that the producer had made up his mind to find a young musician to replace Wizkid “just to teach the kid a lesson”.Devastated by Wizkid’s refusal to renew management contract with Banky’s EME outfit, the America-returnee has begun scouting for someone that would create a bigger effect on the music scene than Wizkid just to make a point in the industry. “He wants people to know that he can make and unmake”.As regards unmaking though, it remains to be seen if Banky can produce another Wizkid as the young chap has also formed his own record label, Star Boy, even before he parted ways with Banky.
At a recent event in Lagos where it was expected that the two would put to rest tales of their sour
relationship, Wizkid, who surprised a lot of people by making an appearance at the album launch of
Banky as a special guest with a lady, shocked many when he refused to say anything at the album
launch. He also didn’t talk to any of his former record label mates at EME. After the album launch, Banky twitted “hello guys thanx 4 attending my album launch. Wizkid, I made u who u re 2day, although ur impact will be felt, but u re replaceable cuz am going 2 sign a better artiste dat will replace u”. Wizkid responded by saying “ can’t get a better artiste dat will replace me, u took my loyalty 4 stupidity and I need 2 move on with life”.

The Late Damilola Olaniyan popularly known as "Damino Damoche" Obotoche Crooner was set to drop three new tracks(before his death) being a follow up to the release of his debut album that dropped last year.
Rest in Peace!
We love you but God love you more!!!

HERE is one of the track
The Late " DAMiNO DAMOCHE(@Damocheoboche) " - #POP_ChAMPAiGN ft. BASE'10(@BASE_TEN) prod by: Effect.

Listen and Enjoy

http://www.naijaolofofo.com/2013/03/the-late-damino-damochedamocheoboche.html

After releasing the intro to Swag or Die Mixtape Volume 2. Kida Kudz returns with IBADI a dance track Dedicated to the ladies..

Listen and Enjoy!
www.naijaolofofo.com/2013/03/press-play-kida-kudz-ibadi-ft-femi.html

http://www.naijaolofofo.com/2013/01/don-jazzy-births-mavin-clothing-soon.html


ented music beats don, Don Jazzy, has announced his intention to float his own clothing line soon. The Delta State-born celebrity hinted that auditions for models to rock his clothing line 'Mavin Clothing' will be announced soon.

"Oya, who go model for me? #MavinClothing. Ok guys, audition dates coming soon. Will keep you guys posted. #MavinClothingModelSearch
Osheee IDJA," the former Mohits boss tweeted on twitter.

Don Jazzy, apart from being a music producer, is a philanthropist and an entrepreneur. He is the boss of Mavin Records which boasts of artistes like Wande Coal, Dr Sid, D'Prince and Tiwa Savage.

WASHINGTON (AP) - His second term already under way, President Barack Obama aims to set an optimistic tone when he takes the oath again to lead a divided nation seeking solutions to economic woes at home and conflict overseas.
Hundreds of thousands are expected to gather on the National Mall to witness Obama's swearing in and inaugural address Monday. The celebrations will extend across the nation's capital, including the traditional inaugural parade and a pair of glitzy formal balls.
In his inaugural address to the crowd in Washington and millions more watching on television, Obama will urge lawmakers to find common ground when they can, and preview his second term goals, including comprehensive immigration reform, stricter gun control laws, and an end to the war in Afghanistan.
"What the inauguration reminds us of is the role we have as fellow citizens in promoting a common good, even as we carry out our individual responsibilities that, the sense that there's something larger than ourselves, gives shape and meaning to our lives," Obama said, previewing his address during brief thank-you remarks to donors at a reception Sunday night.
The mood surrounding Obama's second inaugural is more subdued than it was four years ago, when the swearing in of the nation's first black president drew 1.8 million people to the Mall. Still, organizers were expecting up to 700,000 to attend Monday's events, which would make it the largest second-term inaugural in history.
The weather forecast was encouraging, to a point. High temperatures were predicted for the lower 40s during the day, with a slight chance of rain and snow showers in the afternoon and flurries later.
Security was tight across Washington, with several streets near the White House and Capitol Hill closed off. Humvees and city buses were being used to block intersections.
David Richardson of Atlanta and his two young children were among the early crowds heading to the National Mall Monday even before sunrise.
"We wanted to see history, I think, and also for the children to witness that anything is possible through hard work," Richardson said.
Wendy Davis of Rome, Ga., was one of thousands of inaugural attendees who packed Metro trains before sunrise headed for the Capitol and parade route. Davis came four years ago as well but was among the many ticketholders who couldn't get in because of the massive crowds. She was determined to get in this time.
"I thought I was early last time but I obviously wasn't early enough," she said.
The president was officially sworn-in shortly before noon on Sunday, in keeping with the Constitution's mandate that presidents begin their new term on Jan. 20. But because inaugural ceremonies are historically not held on Sundays, the public celebration was pushed to Monday, coinciding with the birthday of late civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr.
Washington largely shelved its partisan fighting for the three days of inaugural celebrations. But pressing matters await Obama as he starts his second term, including three looming fiscal deadlines. He'll also need help from a reluctant Congress if he hopes to fulfill his promise to sign comprehensive immigration reform and tighten gun laws in the wake of last month's school shooting in Newtown, Conn.
The president and his family will begin their day at a morning church service before heading to the Capitol for the swearing-in. Obama will attend the traditional luncheon with lawmakers before joining marching bands and floats in the inaugural parade, which winds its way from Capitol Hill to the White House.
The president and first lady will then slip into formalwear for two swanky inaugural balls. That's far fewer than the 10 they attended after the 2009 inauguration, though this year's events are still expected to draw up to about 40,000 people.....READ MORE

SOURCE: http://www.naijaolofofo.com/2013/01/obama-gets-second-swearing-in-for.html

Chelsea midfielder John Mikel Obi, Joseph Yobo have made Nigeria’s final list of footabllers expected to make the 2013 Africa Nations Cup finals starting on January 19, 2013 in South Africa.
They will lead 21 others led by team coach Stephen Keshi.
The final team list was released while the country engaged Cape Verde in a friendly match in Faro, Portugal on Wednesday night. The match ended goalless.
Nigeria is drawn in Group C along with Ethiopia, Burkina Faso and 2012 champions Zambia.
FIND THE FULL LIST BELOW
Goalkeepers: Vincent Enyeama (Maccabi Tel Aviv, Israel); Austin Ejide (Hapoel Be’er Sheba, Israel); Chigozie Agbim (Enugu Rangers, Nigeria)
Defenders: Elderson Echiejile (SC Braga, Portugal); Juwon Oshaniwa (Ashdod FC, Israel); Joseph Yobo (Fenerbahce, Turkey); Efe Ambrose (Celtic FC, Scotland); Azubuike Egwuekwe (Warri Wolves, Nigeria); Kenneth Omeruo (ADO Den Haag, Netherlands); Godfrey Oboabona (Sunshine Stars, Nigeria).
Midfielders: John Mikel Obi (Chelsea FC, England); Nosa Igiebor (Real Betis, Spain); Ogenyi Onazi (SS Lazio, Italy); Obiora Nwankwo (Calcio Padova, Italy); Fegor Ogude (Valerenga FC, Norway); Reuben Gabriel (Kano Pillars, Nigeria);
Forwards: Ahmed Musa (CSKA Moscow, Russia); Emmanuel Emenike (Spartak Moscow, Russia); Victor Moses (Chelsea FC, England); Sunday Mba (Enugu Rangers, Nigeria); Ikechukwu Uche (Villarreal FC, Spain); Brown Ideye (Dynamo Kyiv, Ukraine); Ejike Uzoenyi (Enugu Rangers, Nigeria).


SOURCE: http://www.naijaolofofo.com/2013/01/afcon-2013-super-eagles-full-team.html

PROUD WINNER ... Lionel Messi shows off the Ballon d'Or award


http://www.naijaolofofo.com/2013/01/sport-lionel-messi-has-netted.html

Though all the chatter had been speculative, it has now been confirmed by both parties that Davido and Asa are no longer working together. While rumours about the reasons for their split vary from “money matters” to “simply moving on”, only Davido and Asa know the full story.
Davido’s rise to fame with Asa’s support was a really positive example of talent and youthful resourcefulness working well together. From an unknown teenage musician and young manager, to an African superstar. They did well.
Here is an official press release on Asa’s next steps.
Asa Asika is a very well known name in the entertainment industry; in Africa and beyond. He is a hardworking driven young man whose meteoric rise in the entertainment industry is unprecedented.
Identifying his passion for entertainment at a young age and gifted with networking and project management abilities, he honed his skills under the tutelage of his uncle, Obi Asika the Storm 360 CEO for a period of about five years.
At Storm he became involved in all aspects of the business of entertainment and this enabled him understand how best to eventually manage upcoming artists and lead them to stardom. During his time at Storm he worked on the following shows and with the following artistes – The Homecoming with MTN, For The love of music concert with Samsung, Asa at The Palms, eLDee, Ikechukwu, Naeto C, Sasha P, to mention a few.
In an attempt to diversify and become involved in other profitable business opportunities, he forayed into the bar/nightclub industry by becoming involved with the popular club Rehab.
His immense drive and popularity contributed to the incredible success of the club, making it one of the most frequented venues in Lagos.
Asa Asika is most probably best known today as the manager of the artiste known as Davido- whose growth from aspiring musician to one of the biggest artists in Nigeria he undoubtedly contributed immeasurably to.
Although they have parted ways, it was amicable and they remain friends with a mutual respect for one other.
Asa has since moved onto other projects and is set to break more ground in worldwide showbiz.

http://www.naijaolofofo.com/2013/01/ive-moved-on-asa-asika-officially.html

Though all the chatter had been speculative, it has now been confirmed by both parties that Davido and Asa are no longer working together. While rumours about the reasons for their split vary from “money matters” to “simply moving on”, only Davido and Asa know the full story.
Davido’s rise to fame with Asa’s support was a really positive example of talent and youthful resourcefulness working well together. From an unknown teenage musician and young manager, to an African superstar. They did well.
Here is an official press release on Asa’s next steps.
Asa Asika is a very well known name in the entertainment industry; in Africa and beyond. He is a hardworking driven young man whose meteoric rise in the entertainment industry is unprecedented.
Identifying his passion for entertainment at a young age and gifted with networking and project management abilities, he honed his skills under the tutelage of his uncle, Obi Asika the Storm 360 CEO for a period of about five years.
At Storm he became involved in all aspects of the business of entertainment and this enabled him understand how best to eventually manage upcoming artists and lead them to stardom. During his time at Storm he worked on the following shows and with the following artistes – The Homecoming with MTN, For The love of music concert with Samsung, Asa at The Palms, eLDee, Ikechukwu, Naeto C, Sasha P, to mention a few.
In an attempt to diversify and become involved in other profitable business opportunities, he forayed into the bar/nightclub industry by becoming involved with the popular club Rehab.
His immense drive and popularity contributed to the incredible success of the club, making it one of the most frequented venues in Lagos.
Asa Asika is most probably best known today as the manager of the artiste known as Davido- whose growth from aspiring musician to one of the biggest artists in Nigeria he undoubtedly contributed immeasurably to.
Although they have parted ways, it was amicable and they remain friends with a mutual respect for one other.
Asa has since moved onto other projects and is set to break more ground in worldwide showbiz.

http://www.naijaolofofo.com/2013/01/ive-moved-on-asa-asika-officially.html

Charles Oputa, a.k.a. Charly Boy has joined the group of people who give New Year messages.

In his usual character, Area Fada as he's also called lampooned the government of Nigeria and also talks on other areas the masses are suffering from.

"In quiet moments like this, nothing runs through my mind than remembering all my haters, foes, enemies, friends, and those dear to me. It's New Year. Another time to make resolutions and aspire to acquire the desire we admire even if we misfired last year, we have this year to re-fire.

But can I candidly wish you a happy and prosperous New Year when our national patrimony has been cornered by thieves, gangsters, fraudsters in stacked robes! We live in a war situation, continuous Armageddon, Boko Haram bombers, poverty, insecurity, pen robbers who loot our treasures with impunity and squander the future of our youth who are morphing into anti-social scum bags.

All I can wish you this year is survival. May God help us to simplify our lives and live without cluttering it. Let's get ready for this year. God bless. CHARLYBOY, AKA, AREAFADA."

http://www.naijaolofofo.com/2013/01/charly-boys-message-for-year-2013.html

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, RCCG, Pastor Enoch Adeboye yesterday January 1st released his annual prophesies for the year 2013.

Pastor Adeboye told his congregation at Redemption Camp that 2013 will be better than last year but explained that there could be more devastating natural disasters like flood if necessary precautionary measures are not taken soonest to avert such calamities.


According to Pastor Adeboye, before the middle of the year, many Nigerians will have reason to say hope rising, adding however, that prayers and supplication be intensified.



He told the crowd of worshippers that God spared the lives of certain individuals in the country last year because of intercessory prayers of the saints, noting “the prayers of some of you minimized death of prominent Nigerians last year, don’t stop praying.”

Speaking on the prophecies for individual Nigerians, Pastor Adeboye said, “No matter the darkness around you, your star will shine brighter.

“God says, He will speak peace to your storms; Certain individuals have been stagnated for sometimes, the reasons for your stagnation will become known, will be addressed and will be eliminated, therefore progress will follow.”

Continuing on the individual category, Pastor Adeboye said in many senses of the word, this year will be of completeness.

On the international platform, the cleric said prominent world leaders need a lot of prayers so as not to die in office. In addition, he said prominent Church leaders need prayers against planned scandals, even as he said that weather conditions may get worst, much worst, unless prayers are intensified.

But there is a cheery news when Adeboye said: “We should expect a major breakthrough in medicine this year,” concluding that nations who pass unholy laws will have a taste of divine fury.
Earlier in a brief sermon titled; “Preparing for a year of signs and wonders”, he outlined certain principles to enable one tap into heavenly reservoir of the miraculous.

According to him, this year will be a better year than the just ended one, maintaining that the principles must include praise and worship of God, putting God first before any other consideration; evangelism; control the fullness of your joy, pointing out that one who is close to God can control even the weather around him.

Adeboye was very particular about the praise of God as a veritable tool for signs and wonders, noting that one can pray, study the Bible in silence but no one can praise God in silence.
The congregation applauded when he said: “You can never praise God quietly”, stressing that praising Him comes from a heart of gratitude and it’s not quietly.

“If they say we are crazy for shouting Hallelujah in our environment and wherever we find ourselves, then that is a good kind of craziness,” he stated, adding that nobody says thank you to his benefactor with his mouth closed.

While assuring worshippers that 2013 is a year of doors, Adeboye said it is one thing to enter into a New Year and it is another to have a brand new beginning, hence he enjoined every Nigerian to live right with God who only has the capacity to give of His limitless bounties and guarantee all round peace and calm every storm in our lives.

Source: http://www.naijaolofofo.com/2013/01/pastor-ea-adeboyes-predictions-for-2013.html

For those who know hip hop star D’banj(Dapo Oyebanjo), they will confirm it that he is indeed a guy who can get any woman he wants any day, anytime.

Despite the fact that he is well-endowed in his pocket, the multiple award winning musician is a very handsome dude with a smooth and reserved way of life.

However, of recent a tale of a relationship of sort has been brewing between the highly revered musician, who is known amongst his cronies, as Kokomaster and Davido’s elder sister, Sharon Adeleke and this seems to be drawing some attention towards the pop star.

Sources revealed that the rumour started when Sharon was recently spotted with D’banj at the EME’s baddest concert that held at Ocean view restaurant in Victoria Island, Lagos on Friday 21st of December 2012, chatting amorously and taking pictures.

Since then, the rumour mills have been agog, but associates of the G.O.O.D music artiste, have wondered where the story originated from, as they have totally denied the existence of any such relationship between the two

http://www.naijaolofofo.com/2012/12/dbanj-and-davidos-elder-sister-sharon.html

He is Michael Collins but popularly referred to as Don Jazzy. A multi award-winning record producer, he is also a song writer and a musician. He currently runs MAVIN records, a record label he founded after his exit from Mo’Hits records which he co-founded with D’Banj in 2004.

Now the brand ambassador for Loya milk, He seems to be toeing the path of his D’Prince, his younger brother, who once tried his hands in the night club business. Last Friday, he opened the doors of Pop, his night club, to the public. This was the same night club Jay Jay Okocha ran as Club Nos 10. Obviously, Don Jazzy bought over the club. It was simply a change of ownership and name.

SOURCE : http://www.naijaolofofo.com/2012/12/don-jazzy-buys-jay-jay-okochas-club.html

MAUREEN AZUH writes that the death of veteran actor, Enebeli Elebuwa, on Wednesday has heightened the death scare in the entertainment industry
After a prolonged battle with ailment said to be stroke-related, veteran actor, Enebeli Elebuwa, on Wednesday finally left the stage that the world is. The sun set on his life in an Indian hospital.
Following his death, several artistes have taken to the social networking site, Twitter, to pay homage to him. Actress Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, who said she saw Elebuwa as a father, tweeted, “He looked so much like my father. He joked many times that he was. I lost one 21 years ago now you too are gone! Adieu Enebeli Elebuwa!”
Tweeting with doubt or not willing to believe the obvious, another actress, Omoni Oboli, wrote on her profile, “If it is true that my worthy colleague Elebuwa, has passed on, then it’s a sad day in Nollywood! May his soul rest in peace.”
On her part, Emem Isong, a movie producer, writes, “Rest in peace Elebuwa. Another big loss for Nollywood. May God grant his family the fortitude to bear the loss.”
Some singers have also left condolence messages on their profiles, with Sidney Esiri otherwise called Dr. Sid writing, “My condolences to the family of Enebeli Elebuwa. The Lord is your strength. He was a great man and a Nigerian icon.”
Even among Nigerian movie enthusiasts, the messages have been pouring in on Facebook, Twitter, blogs and popular websites. One of the comments read, “All my lovely elder actors are dying, but Elebuwa, may your gentle soul RIP. Is very painful what is happening in AGN. Death everywhere; we need prayer because the death is too much.” READ MORE

SOURCE:http://www.naijaolofofo.com/2012/12/elebuwa-dark-cloud-on-movie-kingdom.html

President Barack Obama has been re-elected to a second term, defeating Republican challenger Mitt Romney.



With results in from most states, America's first black president has secured the 270 votes in the electoral college needed to win the race.Mr Obama prevailed despite lingering dissatisfaction with the economy and a well-funded challenge by Mr Romney.Mr Obama's margin of victory is not yet certain because two states have yet to report results.Mr Romney, the former governor of Massachusetts, has called the president to concede the race.With Florida still too close to call, Mr Obama has won 303 electoral votes to Mr Romney's 203.

The state of Alaska, where polls have yet to close, is expected to vote for the Republican.Under the US constitution, each state is given a number of electoral votes in rough proportion to its population. The candidate who wins 270 electoral votes - by prevailing in the mostly winner-takes-all state contests - becomes president.
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SOURCE : http://www.naijaolofofo.com/2012/11/president-barack-obama-defeats-romney.html

Wande Coal will in a couple of months unveil his own record label called BLACK DIAMOND. The label is already registered and has 2 artistes on it with their singles to be released in 2013. The record label, which is being managed by Wande’s manager Abbey Nana, has been Wande’s dream dream since his days at Mo’Hits before moving on with Don Jazzy as an established artiste under Mavin Records.
Sources close to Wande disclosed to Music Gist that he was inspired to float his own label about 2 years ago when he started having problems with D’banj over the release of his 2nd album.
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SOURCE: http://www.naijaolofofo.com/2012/11/wande-coal-unveils-his-own-record-label.html

today is the big day and after a loooooong year of campaigning, the 2012 Presidential race will be decided. You’ve by now heard a plethora of musicians telling you to get out there and vote, but quite a few of them are also telling you who to vote for. Barack Obama has been a longtime favorite for many performers, but it has yet to be decide (See: tomorrow) whether or not that actually matters. All we know is that there are a ton of artists putting their chips (and their money, time, etc.) in the political playing field.

With endorsements happening left and right, we’ve concocted this megalist of musicians and who they’ve promised their vote to. Will it help you choose your side? Who knows. Will it at least put to bed the rumors that Ludacris has joined the Green Party? (There are no rumors.)

MUSICIANS FOR ROMNEY

Meat Loaf
John Rich
Kid Rock
Ted Nugent
Lynyrd Skynyrd
Dave Mustaine
Randy Owen
Trace Adkins
Taylor Hicks
Gene Simmons
Donny Osmond
Hank Williams Jr.
Pat Boone
Rodney Atkins
The Zac Brown Band
Donny & Marie Osmond

MUSICIANS FOR OBAMA

50 Cent
Adam Levine
Al Green
Alicia Keys
B.B. King
Barbra Streisand
Ben Folds
Ben Harper
Bette Midler
Beyoncé Knowles
Buddy Guy
Carole King
Cee-Lo Green
Cher
Chris Martin
Colbie Caillat
Common
Cyndi Lauper
Foo Fighters
Gloria Estefan
Gwen Stefani
Hilary Duff
Jamie Foxx
Janelle Monáe
Jason Mraz
Jay-Z
Jennifer Hudson
Jon Bon Jovi
Kelly Rowland
Kelly Clarkson
Lady Gaga
Ludacris
Marc Anthony
Mariah Carey
Mick Jagger
Miley Cyrus
Nick Cannon
Peter Frampton
Pras
Quincy Jones
Ricky Martin
Russell Simmons
Solange Knowles
Will.i.am
2 Chainz
Katy Perry
Kanye West
Madonna
Fiona Apple
Questlove
John Legend
Snoop Lion
Nicki Minaj
Ne-Yo
Johnny Rzeznik
Jeff Beck
Earth, Wind & Fire
Herbie Hancock
Dave Matthews
Randy Newman
Pitbull
Red Hot Chili Peppers
Trey Songz
James Taylor
Toni Tennille
Pete Wentz
Justin Timberlake
Eddie Vedder
Stevie Wonder
Treach
RZA
Ice Cube

Are we missing anyone? I suspect we’re a bit light on the Romney side, but not due to any lack in our own Googling diligence, we promise. Please let us know in the comments!

SOURCE: http://www.naijaolofofo.com/2012/11/whos-endorsing-who-musicians-on.html

The official remix to arguably the biggest party jam of the summer “Dami Duro” is finally out. Davido a.k.a. “Omo Baba Olowo” took it to a whole new level by featuring Akon. This is a pretty interesting remix, I’ll leave it there.

Press play and share your thoughts.

SOURCE: http://www.naijaolofofo.com/2012/11/davido-dami-duro-remix-ft-akon_1.html

Ace gospel singer, Lara George has been delivered of a baby girl in the United States of America (USA). Lara welcomed the child on Saturday, October 27, 2012 at an American hospital.

Lara and his husband, Gbenga is now with their second child. Before now, they have had a boy from their marriage. Lara George was formerly with KUSH music group which had TY Bello as member.

SOURCE: http://www.naijaolofofo.com/2012/10/gospel-singer-lara-george-gets-2nd.html

Akinmayokun May D Awodumila might be spooling for another fresh war or may be telling the world that the battle between him and the sensational twin singer, P Square is finally over as he performed
two of Paul and Peter Okoye’s songs at the Felabration 2012, New Afrika Shrine, Lagos.

Though some of the stakeholders in the industry said that, May D may or may not know what he has done what is termed plagiarism; but the tides are already heating up and soon, there may be just another messy war between him and Square Rcords barely two months after he was dropped by the label.

During his performance at the recently held Felabration 2012, at the New Afrika Shrine on Friday, October 19, the pop singer kicked off his performance with Psquare’s ‘Do as I do‘ which features Tiwa Savage and himself. He then goes on to perform his first single ‘Soundtrack‘ before following with Psquare’s ‘Chop my money‘. He didn’t stop there as he went quickly into his award winning single Soundtrack before diving headlong into Chop my Money. May D wrapped up his act with his hit single Ile Ijo. In all of P Square’s songs performed on this night, May D didn’t stick to his lines; rather, he took the entire songs from start to finish.
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SOURCE: http://www.naijaolofofo.com/2012/10/may-d-may-enter-into-trouble-with.html

t’s a Nollywood invasion people, they’ve successfully planned an executed a Coup to take over the music industry. Here’s a soulful rendition by another star actress Stella Damasus (EsDee) and she calls this one Love Me Quick. A beautiful classic from her. Enjoy
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