Goodnews Emuemu, known as Gnewzy, a Nigerian singer, recently shared the ransom details about his abduction. PREMIUM TIMES reported that the singer who was kidnapped on 29 April at Eklat road in Ughelli, Delta State, was released on 3 May, six days after being held captive by gunmen. The abductors, after the kidnap, contacted Dilly … Read more
Recall the legendary mid-2000s R&B hit “Olufunmi” by the 1997 music group Styl-Plus. This track ruled the airwaves and established itself as a perfect Nigerian love anthem, especially on Nigerian radio stations. Between 2004 and 2005, Styl-Plus’ singles “Olufunmi” and “Runaway” were some of the most requested love songs on major Nigerian radio stations. This … Read more
Ace Nigerian music producer Olamide Ogunade, aka ID Cabasa, is producing the remix of Styl-Plus’ 2006 classic song ‘Olufunmi’. It is a love song by a man to his lover, Olufunmi, who wants to end what they share because of things she’s heard. ID Cabasa features Styl-Plus, the song’s owner, alongside Odumodublvck, Boj, Fireboy, and … Read more
Despite the online spat, his fourth baby mama, Ashabi Simple, and a problematic collaboration deal with singers Esquare, controversial singer Habeeb Okikiola, aka Portable, appears to be quite favoured in his music career of barely three years. While A-listers like Davido, Wizkid, and Burna Boy may not have considered collaborating with him, his talent and … Read more
2023 witnessed a rise of several talents who grew from relative obscurity to stardom. These individuals captivated the nation with their unique contributions, whether in music, entertainment, or social media. This piece by PREMIUM TIMES showcases some of the breakout stars in Nigeria during the year 2023. Shalipopi Twenty-three-year-old Nigerian rapper, Crown Uzama, best known … Read more
