Omotola: "The Real Me" Covers DSTV Magazine's Jan/Feb 2013 Issue

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Rihanna donates $1.75m to Barbados cancer hospital

Rihanna is certainly feeling the giving spirit this holiday season: She recently made a massive $1.75 million donation to Barbados' Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Bridgetown in honor of her grandmother, Clara "Dolly" Braithwaite, who passed away earlier this summer following a lengthy battle with cancer.

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PHOTO: Jungle Justice - Man ablaze for stealing okada in Nassarawa

What looked like the Aluu four incident occurred on Friday, as a middle-aged man was set ablaze by irate youth at workers’ village, along Kilema Doma road in Lafia, Nasarawa State, while reportedly trying to snatch a motorcycle from a motorcyclist.

The Deputy Police Public Relations Officer (DPPRO), Nasarawa State command, Mr Cornelius Ocholi who confirmed the incident disclosed that seven persons had since been apprehended in connection with the wicked act.


Ocholi confirmed that the policemen attached to the state police launched a manhunt on them when the news broke out that a man alleged to be a motorcycle thief was being lynched, noting that before the officers could get to the scene, the angry mobs had killed the man and flee.

“Effort made by the police to get the names of the accomplice proved abortive as nobody could be found at the scene of the event, where the suspected thief was set ablaze,” he explained

Rapper Lola Monroe Announces New Baby On The Way

Congratulations are in order for rapper Lola Monroe! She’s pregnant!
Last night, she finally revealed to her fans via Twitter and Instagram that she is expecting a baby with her boyfriend King Los, a Baltimore rapper signed to Diddy’s Bad Boy records.
King Los posted:

Christmas 2012 with @thee_lolamonroe + 1 … Best gift of all !!!!

And Lola Monroe followed it up with her own special tweet:

Merry Christmas from my family to yours…❤ #BlessedBeyondWords

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PHOTOSPEAK: Large fish caught in Lagos on Boxing Day

Revellers who spent this year’s Boxing Day, at the Lagos Boat Club in Ikoyi, have posted pictures of a very big fish, that was allegedly caught from the sea.

The image was updated by n2oflife with the caption: “Fish of destiny; Caught in Lagos, Nigeria”.
They however did not indicate if the dead sea creature, would become barbecue,

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70-year-old blind woman burnt to death in Aba on Christmas day

The commercial city of Aba, Abia State was thrown into a heavy pandemonium on Christmas day following the mysterious death of an old blind woman in a fire outbreak.
The incident, which occoured in Ogbor Hills, a suburb of the city was said to have started from one of the back rooms of one of the building located at 64/95 Ikot Ekpene Road at about 4.45pm when most residents had gone out for xmas celebrations.
Sources said the inferno was suspected to have been caused by electrical spark.
It was learnt that the blind victim who was in her early 70s was living with one of her daughters when the fire broke out.
Unfortunately, the fire started when the daughter had gone out to a nearby market to purchase food items.
It was gathered that when the daughter and other co-tenants returned, they could not see the woman in the razed apartment and thought she might have narrowly escaped or rescued by other residents but they never knew that their mother and grandmother was burnt to death in the ragging inferno until the following day when they were clearing the debris and found her roasted body.
Speaking on the tragic incident, one of the occupants of the razed building, Chiemela Amaji who also lost fortunes to the disaster said the she was away to see a friend when the fire broke out.
According to the still shocked man, his wife who was sleeping when the fire broke out narrowly escaped been burnt to death as a result of intervention from other neighbours who woke her up before the fire spread to their room.


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One dead, 17 vehicles burnt in petrol tanker fire in Edo state

The ancient city of Benin, the Edo State capital was thrown into a heavy pandemonium on Boxing day following a tragic accident caused by a petrol tanker that fell off the road and eventually went ablaze, killing a bus driver and destroying 17 other vehicles. Daily Post gathered that a petrol tanker travelling from the Ekiosa Market axis of Murtala Muhammed Way towards Esigie Junction in Benin apparently lost control and plunged into a gutter, with its content gushing out.
It was learnt that the tanker was engulfed in flames 20 minutes after it fell, with the fire spreading to adjourning areas, causing residents and passersby to scamper for safety
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Photos: Hollywood actor Idris Elba in town for D'banj's Koko Concert

Idris Elba came is in  Nigeria  for Danj's Koko Concert which will hold on Thursday December 27th at Eko Atlantic. The event will be hosted by Idris Elba and will feature Tinnie Tempah, Big Sean, Pusha T and many top Nigerian artists. Ticket: 5k regular, 20k VIP and N1m for table.

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PHOTOS: President Obama and Famiily Travel To Hawaii For Christmas

US president Barack Obama with his wife Michelle and daughters Sasha and Malia embarked on their annual trip to Hawaii on Friday, December 21, 2021.

Each year, the family heads to Honolulu, Obama’s hometown, to celebrate the Christmas holiday. Check out more photos of the Obamas making their annual trip when you continue

PHOTOSPEAK: The Lagos mansion Chris Brown stayed in

The organisers of the just concluded Chris Brown Concert, which was held yesterday at the Eko Hotels and Suites, did not leave any stone unturned, in ensuring that the American superstar, had a great time in the country.
And even by his own high standards, he was shocked by the size of the mansion in Lagos he was lodged in, so much that he took pictures and posted them on Instagram.
He wrote: “This house I’m at in Nigeria is big as f**k!”. veiw more!.

Jennifer Hudson wearing Grey Ant Square Sunglasses

Singer Jennifer Hudson was recently spotted out in Oslo, Norway greeting and signing autographs for fans. The former American Idol finalist, who was in town to perform at the Nobel Peace Prize concert, was seen carrying a red Givenchy Antigona bag and wearing a pair of Grey Ant “Square” oversized sunglasses ($295). These Sqaure shades are Grey Ant’s first wire frame design with clear lenses and matte black, lightweight acetate arms. What do you think about her eyewear choice?

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24 PHOTOS from ‘The EME’s Baddest Concert

2face and Annie Idibia's at Chris Brown concert last night

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Agbani Darego's n her birthday cake

Former Miss World looking stunning in a dress by Ella and Gabby yesterday and right is the cake she got from friends for her 30th birthday celebration yesterday. A model/beauty queen strutting the runway. Lovley

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Emirates to cut Arsenal sponsorship if they don’t play Champions League

Arsenal will lose some of their £30million a year sponsorship from main backers Emirates if the club fail to qualify for the Champions League in the future. Manager Arsene Wenger has led the club into Europe’s lucrative club competition every season he has been in charge.
But Arsenal are suffering their worst ever campaign under the Frenchman, are in danger of missing out on a trophy for the eighth straight year – and may yet struggle to qualify for Champions League football next year.
Now the club’s big backers, who have negotiated an extension on their contract to cover the five seasons from 2014-15, have disclosed they are taking precautions in case the club’s Champions League revenue and exposure suddenly dry up.
Emirates senior vice-president Boutros Boutros confirmed that the Dubai-based airline, which puts its name to both the stadium and Arsenal’s shirts, are planning to impose results-based precautions as part of any new deal.
‘There are certain clauses, from 2015, that we pay them a percentage less if they don’t perform,’ said Boutros.
‘The Champions League is part of the new contract. It’s just to keep them on their toes.
‘It’s fair to us and fair to them.’
Boutros insisted that Arsenal remained ‘an incredibly strong brand, well managed, with a great coach’.

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PHOTOSPEAK: Chris Brown and Wizkid perform together

Last night, American pop sensation Chris Brown, brought down the roof of the Expo Hall of the Eko Hotel and Suites. And one of the high points of the show, was when the singer, who is currently caught up in a love triangle with Rihanna and Karrauche, called out Wizkid to the stage.
EME’s star boy did not disappoint. A day after shutting down the Baddest Concert, he had more than enough to drive the crowd wild, as he performed ‘Azonto’ and ‘Samba’ and even got Chris Brown swaying to the songs.
He later tweeted: “Big shoutout to my bro @chrisbrown!! He brought me out tonight!!! God bless!!! Crazy show!!”

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PHOTOS from D’Prince Industry Nite Performance; M.I., Wizkid, Waje, Don Jazzy, Tiwa Savage, Wande Coal spotted

‘Industry Nite’ hosted D’Prince on the evening of Wednesday 19th December 2012. The weekly musical fiesta featured the talents of the Mavin artists and a number of other guests. In the house to support their fellow Mavin were Don Jazzy, Tiwa Savage, Wande Coal and Dr. Sid. Also at the gathering were M.I., Wizkid, Waje, DJ Exclusive and many more industry folks…

 

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Omotola releases new photo

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Goldie covers MyStreestz Mag. Toyin Lawani covers Fashion 360

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Wilfred Okiche: The 5 worst albums of 2012 (and yes, Davido’s O.B.O is on the list!)

The past year (period ending 1, December 2011-1,December 2012) had it’s great music moments but like every other facet of life, it had it’s downsides. We scour through the major musical releases and bring you the definitive list of the 5 worst albums of the year.
You may want to burn your copies.
Solar Plexus – Mavin All stars
The D’Banj-Don Jazzy breakup was one of the top music events of 2012. The release of the Don Jazzy-led Mavin All star album, ‘Solar plexus’ sadly wasn’t. And there are no prizes for guessing why. The problems are legion; weak delivery, over reliance on lavish beats, underutilization of Wande Coal, puerile lyrics and a general lack of cohesion. Proponents argue it was a project put together in a hurry but we say it is still no excuse.

The Statement – Sammie Okposo
There is a reason Sammie Okposo’s latest album of gospel tunes was largely ignored by the record buying populace. It isn’t a good album. The heavy-handed production values attempts to gloss over the fact that Mr Okposo did not have a lot to offer this time around but the cracks kept showing.
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Woman, 34, sentenced to three months in prison for stealing husband’s wig, gown

A 34-year-old woman, Elizabeth Akinagbe was yesterday sentenced to three months imprisonment by a Kubwa Magistrates’ Court for stealing her husband’s wig and gown. Magistrate Malam Ibrahim Mohammed, who presided over the case in his verdict sentenced the woman to one month imprisonment on each of the three count charge of house breaking, theft and criminal force.
Mohammed who gave the convict an option of N20,000 fine said that the sentence would run concurrently.
The convict was arraigned on May 23, following complaints by a lawyer, Victor Olise who resides in Jayi village, Arab Road in Kubwa, Abuja.

The prosecutor, Lucas Ephraim informed the court that Olise had on April 19 complained that the convict forcefully broke into his house and stole his wig and gown.
He added that Elizabeth also stole female underwear and family photographs, saying that the offences contravened Sections 346, 287 and 288 of the Penal Code.
The convict who pleaded not guilty to the charges told the court that she was formerly married to the complainant.
She said, “I had three children for him, but since our separation, he has denied me access to the children.
“I took his wig and gown to compel him to allow me see my children, but I didn’t take any other item from his house,’’ she said.
Responding, Olise claimed that the convict abandoned the children with him and flee to unknown destination
“When she abandoned the children, I had no other choice than to take them to my people in the village for adequate care,’’ Olisa said.

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Rukky Sandra Acquires New Range Rover Evoque SUV

 The Evoque, the same brand that was given to Genevieve Nnaji as part of her contract as the brand’s ambassador, is ranked 3 out of 9 luxury compact SUVs. And its gradually becoming the car of choice amongst the ladies now. We hear Freda Francis also has one. But has is a one of its kind in black, though she’s not a part of Nollywood at all.

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2face Idibia honoured with Oxfam Award

Africa’s finest artiste 2Face Idibia, has again added another badge of honor to his obviously crowded collection of awards. The African Queen crooner was recently Awarded by Oxfam GB for his work and his contribution towards alienating hunger from Nigeria and Africa, raising awareness on current situations and mobilizing citizens to take action.
At an investiture ceremony that took place on December 13 2012 at the A-Class Park Hall in Maitama Abuja, 2Face, alongside Oxfam spokespersons Lami and Sound Sultan, were presented with a plaque in recognition of their commitment to the course of ensuring that the famine experienced in Africa recently is the last famine Africa would ever experience.
Here’s what the super star said while receiving his award, “I’m not only proud but blessed to have been handpicked to be involved with such a noble course. I’m thankful for all my blessings, but there are millions across Africa who are not able to feed even once a day. My sincere conviction is that governments across Africa can resolve the issue of famine once and for all.”

Spotted On The Streets: Amber Rose & Wiz khalifa

When is Amber Rose having that baby?  This has to be one of the most drawn-out pregnancies in history.   She was spotted out in West Hollywood yesterday with Wiz Khalifa after leaving a parenting & birthing class.
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“Ronaldo and Messi are the best players in the world” – Sir Alex Ferguson

Manchester United boss, Sir Alex Ferguson, has stated that there is nothing to choose from both Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, insisting that they are both the best players in the world.
The Barcelona forward has been in amazing form this season, scoring 90 times to suprass Gerd Muller’s 40-year-old record, of goals scored in a calender year, while Ronaldo has also been scoring for fun at Real Madrid.
“The great thing about football is that there will always be great players. You can go back to the 60s with Di Stefano, Puskas, and Eusebio. Going into the 70s you had Cruyff and Beckenbauer and then in the 80s Van Basten,” he said.
“I think that what we are seeing at the moment from Messi is an exceptional player from this decade along with Cristiano Ronaldo.
“There is nothing between the two of them, they are both the best players in the world.”
The 71-year-old Scot, also spoke about the top two contenders – Jose Mourinho and Pep Guardiola – to take over from him when he eventually decides to quit coaching.
“His [Guardiola] record is fantastic; the trophies he won at Barcelona were quite exceptional and that is his CV, he wins trophies,” Ferguson continued.

Rihanna buys brand new $12million Pacific Palisades mansion

Earlier this year she purchased a brand new five bedroom home in Barbados, and gave it to her mother Monica Braithwaite.Now, Rihanna,24, has bought a $12million Pacific Palisades mansion in Los Angeles, California.

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Monalisa Chinda presents 'Project Help' - A Dance For Life

Lagos is set to experience the most sophisicated dance production of the decade on Monday December 24th (Christmas Eve), at the prestigious Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, at 4pm as Nollywood's top talent, Monalisa Chinda stuns Nigeria's theatre and performance world with the maiden edition of her world class production titledProject Help: A Dance for Life.

This is an enactment of a thrilling contemporary dance powered by the incredible Bailamos Dance Company, an ensemble that has treated Nigerian aristocrats, elites and technocrats to the best ecstatic performances as directed by choreography wizard BunmiOlunloyo. But PROJECT HELP promises more. It is a night that will parade the best of Nollywood stars in an amazing dance-styli form that leaves audience spellbound.

Featuring an array of Nigeria’s biggest superstars including Desmond Elliot, Kate Henshaw, Segun Arinze, Bimbo Akintola, Bovi, the prima ballerina, Monalisa Chindaand many more, this breathtaking benefit dance production will showcase even more theatrical elements and aesthetics as the Nollywood stars will add the flavour of their artistic skills with electrifying performances and recitals that will intensify the tempo of this historical Christmas dance production.

Speaking recently about the inspiration behind the highly anticipated event, Monalisaenthusiastically stated, “I’ve been nurturing the dance production idea for quite a while but my several engagements wouldn’t avail me enough time, so I kept developing it. I’ve always wanted a production, away from the norms, where people can experienceclassical recitals at its very best.” “While this remains a great way to celebrate Christmas with loved ones, I also see it as a powerful means of awakening the dwindling culture of theatre in Africa at large. We’ve been working on this for a while and it promises to be a memorable atmosphere of unlimited ecstasy, joy and bliss,” she affirms. 

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Suspected oil thieves burnt beyond recognition while scooping fuel from vandalized pipeline in Lagos

Some suspected oil thieves were burnt beyond recognition yesterday in Lagos while trying to scoop fuel from a vandalised pipeline at Ije-Ododo, near Ijegun in Iba Local Council Development Area of Lagos State.
The inferno, according to an eyewitness, broke out around 9pm when about 30 people arrived at the scene of the incident to scoop fuel into hundreds of 50 kg jerry cans from a leaking pipeline.
According to him, minutes after their arrival, there was an explosion accompanied by a tagging inferno, consuming those scooping the fuel and their equipment.
It was learnt that, men of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) officials were at the scene to assess the situation.
The NSCDC leader, who simply gave his name as Mr. Shem Obafaiye, said they were facing serious challenges to put out the fire.
An NNPC official said: “You can see that the fire is still raging. We can’t go far to examine the damaged pipeline or know the number of people killed because the pipeline is buried under water.”


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Ciara Wears Pamella Roland Sheer Sleeve Sequin Gown

Ciara was seen striking a pose at the “VH1 Divas” 2012 in Los Angeles, California. The recording artist sparkled in a black Pamella Roland sheer-sleeve sequin gown ($6,325) featuring a deep v-neck, a keyhole cutout in the back and a figure flattering shape. What do you think of the singer’s style?
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Enugu State Govt says Governor Sullivan Chime is not dead

Enugu state government have debunked the rumours going round that their State Governor, Sullivan Chime, died over the weekend at an Indian hospital where he went to receive treatment for an undisclosed ailment. Sullivan Chime has been away from the helm of affairs in Enugu state since September 2012.

The Enugu state commissioner said the governor is 'hale and hearty' and would soon be returning to the state. He also asked those peddling the death rumours to desist from such
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Police rescue three brothers from shrine in Ogun State

At least seven persons have been arrested by the Ogun state police command in connection with the attempted murder of three brothers, who were kidnapped in the state on Wednesday.
The hoodlums invaded Ayegbe village, near Lisa community in Ifo Local Government Area of the state and whisked away the trio of Saheed Owolabi Sosanya, Gbenga Soyemi Sosanya and Abiodun Soyemi Sosanya to Sonde village.
It was gathered that since the ugly incident, the police at Sango Area Command have declared a village head, identified as Ogunsola Wasiu and some others who were the evil minds behind the attack on the village wanted.
A close police source while confirming the incident said that the heavily armed gang stormed the village and launched a bloody attack on the people working on a building site in the community. The armed men inflicted injuries on many of the labourers in the site before abducting the three brothers.
However, the kidnapped brothers were taken to Oro Shrine at Sonde village where they were tied for hours. Fortunately for the Sosanyas, the men of Agbado Divisional Police station came to their recue after a distress call from concerned persons.
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Red Bulls’ director says Henry won’t join Arsenal in January

For a few weeks now, there were unconfirmed reports that Thierry Henry’s loan deal to Arsenal – his third return to the club – had been sealed. The club’s legend, has been training with the current squad in London for a while now, and it was believed the deal would be made official in January. But Red Bulls Head of Global Soccer, Gerrard Houllier, who has managed Liverpool and Aston Villa in England, has said he does not think the 35-year-old will return to the Emirates.
“I find it strange what we hear in the media. If Arsene needed him, he would have called me or [sporting director] Andy Roxburgh, but this is not the case,” he told Canal Plus.
“I do not think both parties need to have this second comeback. Moreover, he has become a dad again. I think he will appreciate this truce.”

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Singer Waje covers December issue of TW magazine

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Baddest Concert: “It’s our Christmas gift” – Banky W, Wizkid promises something special

International pop star Wizkid says his teeming fans are in for the big thrill this Friday, as he performs in Lagos with his label mates.
The bestselling, MOBO-winning hit-maker who’s had a great year winning laurels and inking big deals, says he’s been rehearsing for weeks, to make sure he delivers an unforgettable set.
The EME concert, tagged ‘The Baddest’, is produced by events company R28, and is the first in a set of big-budget international standard concerts to be promoted by R28 and EME.
‘Headlining this concert with my boss Banky W, and my colleagues Niyola, Shaydee, Skales, DJ Exclusive and others is truly a great way to end this fantastic year’, says Wizzy who had earlier in the year toured the UK and US with his crew.
‘And, trust me, we’re bringing a concert like never before’.
The Baddest Concert holds at The Grounds, Oceanview, in Victoria Island, Lagos, on Friday December 21.
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Nkiru Sylvanus kiddnaped in Owerri: Nollywood ‘cries for help’

The stakeholders of the Nigerian motion picture industry, globally known as Nollywood are angry over the recent abduction of one their own screen goddess, Nkiru Sylvanus.
Nkiru, who was also a Special Assistant on public affairs to Imo State Governor, Owelle Rochas Okorocha was reportedly kidnapped in Owerri, Imo State capital alongside her personal assistant on Sunday.
According to the Actors’ Guild of Nigeria (AGN), President Ibinabo Fiberisima, the Industriy is calling on the State and Federal Government to come to the aid of the actress.
‘We are trying to liaise with her state government to find a solution to it. It’s unfortunate that people can do things like this to people who make them happy‘, the AGN President lamented.
She urged well meaning Nigerians to” ‘Please pray for her!‘.
Another Nollywood actor who craved anonymous in a telephone chat with DailyPost condemned the act, calling on Jonathan and his cabinet to do something about the increase rate of kidnapping in the country.

Jay-Z wearing IamRonBass “Bass-Quiat” Hat and Cartier Panthère Ring Courtside at Miami Heat Game

Jay-Z was seen alongside his wife Beyonce courtside as the Miami Heat hosted the Atlanta Hawks at American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida. The rap mogul was spotted wearing a limited edition IamRonBass “Bass-Quiat” snap-back hat ($100) and a 18K yellow gold Cartier Panthère ring ($10,400 – $23,700).

Wizkid speaks with Punch’s ’NONYE BEN-NWANKWO about his career and lifestyle

About my career
Although I am hardworking, I would not be where I am today if God had not made it possible. It has been hard work all the way. I am just thankful to God. Initially, I prayed to God to bless my work. I have always believed in hard work. If you work hard, you will be rewarded. I just kept working hard and staying on my lane and doing my thing. I wouldn’t say I saw this success coming. But I kept praying to God to make it happen for me and He did. I don’t intend to stop now, just because I have achieved this ‘little’ success. I am just on my first album.  I am not fulfilled yet. I am not even close to getting fulfilled. I have not started anything. I feel that God has a big plan for me. I have to live up to expectation. That is why I am always working. My album is ready. I dropped my album last year. It is going to be another two years before I release another one. The new album reflects a more mature Wizkid at work. I will be involved in a number of collaborations.

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