Rema traveled by private jet for his performance at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City.
In a viral video, he was seen performing for the Oba of Benin at his palace. He greeted the king and expressed his desire to sing a familiar song.
He performed “Baby Calm Down,” much to the delight of the guests at the palace.
The footage also showed the enthusiastic reactions of the ladies present, who joyfully sang along with Rema, a known smoker. At one point, a lady approached the singer, and he warmly shook her hand.
Alaseyori revealed that she has been enduring severe spiritual challenges for over a year.
She claimed that certain individuals, whom she described as malevolent, have been attempting to undermine her. She added that these hostile forces are intent on silencing her and sabotaging her in any way they can.
While she did not name these individuals, the singer suggested that she is aware of those targeting her and alluded to the gravity of their actions against her and her family.
“Dear fans, please keep praying for me and my family. Everywhere you are or whatever you are doing, never stop praying for me.
“I have been feeling this way for months but I can’t keep quiet about it anymore. I want you all to be aware and keep me in your prayers,” she said.
She noted that the world is filled with people pained by her fame, adding that they are willing to go to great lengths to see her fail.
She said, “This life is just filled with demonic people who are constantly bitter that you are rising.
“Everybody works hard, and nobody knows the amount of work we all do. But why would anybody come and try to force me down because you are pained that I am rising?”
She also disclosed that she has been receiving ‘satanic’ messages directed at her family.
Despite this, the gospel singer said she remained steadfast, adding that she has placed her faith in God to fight off these challenges.
Obasempire reports that controversial Nigerian artist Portable was reportedly attacked early Monday at his residence in the Sango-Ota area of Ogun State.
The assault allegedly arose from Portable’s supposed failure to fulfill a performance commitment for which he had been paid.
A video circulating on social media captured the chaotic scene as the artist engaged in a heated altercation with individuals believed to be linked to the event organizers.
The footage showed Portable strongly protesting their attempt to enter his home and vandalize his property.
Amid the turmoil, Portable could be heard making bold threats, resolute not to let the alleged attackers prevail.
Following the incident, the artist shared a police report detailing the seriousness of the situation and the injuries sustained during the conflict.
Obasempire reports that Nigerian music star Wizkid has finally responded after facing significant criticism for his recent post.
The Starboy took to his verified accounts on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram to share a cryptic message reading “Una papa!” which means “Your father!”
The post was accompanied by several photos of himself.
While some of Wizkid’s fans appeared to accept the comment, others quickly voiced their anger and disapproval.
One X user, @ArewaAdebukolaa, fired back at Wizkid, saying “Your papa too… this midget will just wake up, smoke igbo, and tweet rubbish. Your papa papa x10. Werey ni e nii?”
In response to the criticism, Wizkid took to his X account today, August 16th, to share a message of love and subtly addressed those who had attacked him.
Wizkid wrote, “Don’t get it twisted, love is a beautiful thing!”
He added, “Awon werey kan Lon correct daddy won,” which roughly translates to “Only mad people correct their fathers.”
Obasempire reports that Nigerian Afrobeat star Damini Ogulu, better known as Burna Boy, has established the ‘Burna Boy Football Academy’ with training centers in Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt.
The academy aims to provide a setting where future African footballers can master the basics of the game, alongside education, discipline, and skill development, to succeed both on and off the field.
According to the academy’s website, the program caters to players aged 4-15 and 16-21, offering training sessions three times a week, with each session lasting two hours.
The academy’s website also revealed that it has formed partnerships with several prominent football clubs, including Manchester City, Tottenham Hotspur, Leicester City, and Brighton from the English Premier League, as well as Watford from the Championship and Scottish teams Hearts and Hamilton.
“We strive to engage parents in sports education, emphasising its importance alongside academic pursuits,” they said.
Obasempire reports that the relatives of Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, widely known as Mohbad, have requested that groups and individuals intending to mark the first anniversary of his death postpone their plans.
This appeal was made in a statement signed by Monisola Odumosu, a member of the family’s legal team.
The family conveyed their wish to grieve privately, without elaborate ceremonies that could impact their emotional well-being.
“It has come to the attention of the Aloba family that some organisations have been planning to celebrate the first anniversary of the death of our late son and singer, Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba (Mohbad). The Aloba family wishes to appeal to such interest groups to suspend such ideas.
“The late singer is yet to be buried. As such, the family would wish the public to join them in prayers at his anniversary rather than organise any elaborate event that will affect their emotions.”
The family also expressed concern that some individuals and organisations might be planning to use Mohbad’s memory for commercial purposes.
This is as they appealed to them to seek approval from the family before proceeding with such a plan.
“It is no longer news that some individuals and organisations have been planning to carry out events to commemorate the late singer’s death.
“We will appeal to such persons and organisations to seek proper approval from the family before going on with such plans. The Aloba family would not wish the goodwill of their illustrious son to be employed for commercial purposes,” the statement added.
The family has urged individuals and organisations to respect their wishes and join them in prayers during this difficult time.
Mohbad, a former record label signee of Marlian Music owned by Naira Marley, died on September 12 at the age of 27, with the circumstances surrounding his death sparking controversy on social media.
In the caption, CDQ mentioned that the song reveals “the secret of Davido and Chioma’s romance.”
In ‘One Night’, the rapper collaborates with South African artist Serenità. The track was produced by Lehandro Beats.
“It’s just you on my mind, Your love is hard to find/ Come and stay for one night, I will make it worth your while,” they sing.
“I ain’t never seen a church girl so pretty/ If I had to say the truth ma I swear I wanna hit it/ Real life shit this is not a lyrics, Wanna look into your eyes every day and say we did it.”
CDQ earlier said he would reveal “secret” information about Davido and his wife Chioma.
Born Sodiq Yusuf, CDQ rose to prominence after putting out ‘Nowo E Soke’, a 2015 hit single, wherein he featured Wizkid.
He has since then established himself as a popular figure in the Nigerian music industry.
Obasempire reports that tragedy befell on Tuesday night when Nigeria’s legendary singer and songwriter, Onyeka Onwenu, fainted and passed away shortly after her performance at a birthday celebration in Lagos.
In a surprising development, the celebrated artist, fondly referred to as the ‘Elegant Stallion,’ reportedly died at Reddington Hospital in Lagos after collapsing at a private event.
Sources close to the family revealed that Onwenu was at a friend’s birthday party and had just performed on stage. After finishing her set, she returned to her seat and abruptly collapsed.
Emergency responders were promptly called, and she was transported to the hospital in Victoria Island, where she was later declared deceased. The exact cause of death remains unconfirmed.
The source who spoke on the condition of anonymity said: “It is very sad. Onyeka Onwenu just performed at the birthday of Mrs. Stella Okoli of Emzor Pharmaceuticals this night and after performing, she slumped. She was taken to Reddington Hospital but couldn’t make it.”
Onwenu, born on May 31, 1952, was a multifaceted artist whose career spanned over four decades. She was not only a renowned singer and songwriter but also an actress, journalist, and politician.
Onwenu’s music, which blended genres including highlife, reggae, and pop, often addressed social and political issues. Some of her most popular songs include “One Love,” “Iyogogo,” and “Ekwe.”
Beyond her musical career, Onwenu was known for her political activism and involvement. She served as the chairperson of the Imo State Council for Arts and Culture. She was appointed Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer of the National Centre for Women Development.
In March this year, Onwenu had revealed that she was putting together a film that will focus on her experiences spanning several decades in the music industry. She had expressed her excitement to share her personal story of how Nigerian music has changed over time.
She had also talked about plans to collaborate with up-and-coming musicians to release her iconic songs in a compilation of rebranded songs expected to be released later this year.
It is not known yet if the feature documentary or remix of her iconic songs had been concluded before her death.
Obasempire reports that renowned Nigerian musician Adekunle Gold has taken to social media to express his gratitude to rapper Olamide for bringing him into the YBNL music label.
Olamide established the record label in 2012 following the release of his second studio album, ‘YBNL’.
In contrast, Adekunle Gold joined YBNL in 2015 and released his debut album, ‘Gold’.
He later left the label once his contract ended.
Nonetheless, on Friday, Adekunle posted a cover of his debut album on X, thanking Olamide for his contribution to his career development.
“Thank you @olamide for giving that young graphic designer the chance to not only design the YBNL logo but to be a part of your family.”
Obasempire reports that Brain Jotter, the Nigerian comedian, has proposed to present Mike ‘Gentleman’ Ejeagha, the renowned highlife musician, with N2 million.
Tunde Ednut, the famous blogger, posted a screenshot of his conversation with Jotter on Instagram on Sunday, where the content creator revealed his offer.
In the conversation, the comedian inquired about a method to contact the highlife icon, expressing his desire to give him the funds.
“Master we wan give the man N2m, na to reach am be wahala,” the chat reads. ‘Ka Esi Le Onye Isi Oche’, a song by Ejeagha, started to gain widespread popularity earlier this month after Jotter adopted the soundtrack for his hilarious dance moves.
The dance moves involve two or more people facing opposite directions and walking towards each other. They then meet at a point where they do the funny leg dance before one starts chasing after the other while a part of the chorus “Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo” is played in the background.
Jotter’s first clip of the project, which was shared on Instagram on July 5, has fetched nearly one million likes — as of July 21. Similar footage posted on TikTok has been viewed over 16 million times.
The song has also been recreated nearly 20,000 times on TikTok with many Nigerians, including celebrities, joining the challenge.
Ejeagha is considered one of the pioneers of the highlife genre in Nigeria and was influential in the evolution of music in the Igbo language for over 6 decades.
