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How I Handle Stage Fright – Simi Opens Up

Simisola Kosoko, the famous Nigerian singer and performing artiste, who is simply known as Simi, has opened up about how she handles stage fright.

The ‘Joromi’ crooner, who revealed that she has a terrible history with stage fright, stated that for her, the first few times of performing a new song live on stage are like “trying on a new pair of shoes that needs adjustments.”

She explained that she had to give her brain time to bond with the song so it could learn to disregard her nervousness.

Sharing a clip of herself rehearsing a song from her latest album, ‘Lost And Found,’ via X, Simi wrote: “The first few times I have to perform a new song (any song) live on stage is like trying on a new pair of shoes that needs adjustments.

“I don’t know why that is. Lol. Maybe it’s cos I have a history with pretty bad stage fright. Now I have to give my brain time to bond with the song so it can learn to disregard me and my nerves.

“Anyway this night, I kept rehearsing this song (maybe overly so), because it was my first time performing it on stage and of course the nerves came. But I have one or two more to go until I get out of the way and my brain takes over lol.”

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Stop Ditching Afrobeats For Amapiano – Rema Tells Colleagues

Divine Ikubor, the popular Nigerian singer, who is also known as Rema, has harped on the need for Nigerian artists to maintain afrobeats’ culture to ensure the country’s dominance of the African music scene.

Daily Post reports that there has been a heavy infiltration of South African genre, amapiano into the Nigerian music industry in recent years.

Speaking in an interview with Apple Music, Rema admitted that amapiano is a great genre but maintained that Nigerian artists must sustain afrobeats’ influence on the continent.

He noted that his recently-released sophomore album, ‘HeIs,’ was heavily inspired by afrobeats legends like Don Jazzy and the Mo’hits crew, 2Baba, Olamide, P-Square and Timaya.

“I had to go back [while creating my new album]. I took a lot of inspiration from Mo’hits. For the first four seconds, when a Mo’hits’ song comes in, you already know it’s a Mo’hits’ song. Don Jazzy just goes crazy on the beat,” he said.

“The times when Olamide used to drop crazy songs, he still drops crazy songs. At the time when an Olamide song comes on you still know. P-Square, 2Face or Timaya. There used to be times when the beat just…

“Amapiano is great, it is fire but there used to be a time when Afrobeats production used to be so insane that nothing can survive it in the clubs in Africa. I’m not saying we’ve lost that but I’m just saying that we need more of that. I don’t want us to go too far away from that. We need to sustain it.”

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Reactions As Police Arrest Crypto Trader Blord For ‘Fraud, Terrorism Funding’

Linus Williams, a cryptocurrency trader, also known as BLord, has been arrested by the Nigerian Police Force (NPF) over alleged internet fraud, terrorism funding, and violations of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Act.

Blord was arrested on Tuesday in Abuja.

Checks revealed that the suspect is active on X with the username @realbitcoinlord.

Olumuyiwa Adejobi, Force Public Relations Officer, in a statement via X, said he was arrested following complaints against his companies and allegations around fraud and non-compliance with regulatory frameworks.

Adejobi assured that the Force would ensure the safety of the country’s cyberspace.

The post read: “The FCID (NPF-NCCC) is currently investigating complaints lodged against Blord Group, Blord Real Estate Ltd, Blord Jetpaye Limited, and Billpoint Technology.

“These offences include allegations bothering on cryptocurrency fraud, aiding internet fraud, computer-related fraud, terrorism funding, and non-compliance with regulatory frameworks.

“We will do due diligence in our investigations. Our cyberspace in Nigeria must be safe and secure by all means. We are committed to achieving that.”

Meanwhile, the development has elicited diverse opinions from Nigerians on X.

@Richieprincey wrote: “I have always known some people are waiting to see the downfall of this young man, but they will surely be shamed! Who God has blessed no man can curse!”

@IamChukwuemeka: “Let the ordeal of Blord teach you as a young man to live a low key life. So long as you’re rich & young the world and Nigerians in particular will håte you and always look out for your downfall.”

@Sagacity_Boy: “If only he handled the complaints of his customers professionally without calling out VDM it won’t have gotten to this point I don’t blame VDM for all these Blord wasn’t professional….He has to face the law if found guilty The poor finally has a say Against the rich.”

@Emmaoniru: “Blord had been arrested ke. Our police just dey serve everyone arrest warrant these days. In Nigeria, the moment you begin to show off you’re wealth on social media, the Government will come after. You all gonna learn in very hard way.”

@Rumerule: “In this current Nigeria, if you must do anything cryptocurrency you must be extra careful to not jump on problems.”

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Yoruba Actor Abija Begs For Money on TikTok

Veteran Yoruba actor, Tajudeen Oyewole aka Abija has been seen on a live video begging fans for money.
The 66-year-old actor took to Tiktok to solicit for financial help.
The actor is known for playing the role of a traditionalist in the movies.
Abija, in a now trending video on social media, sought financial help from his followers as he appreciated those who already donated money to his bank account.
“Larry thank you so much. You will grow old in sound health. I have sent my account details to the comment section of Baba Legba. I appreciate you.
 
“You will also not beg to survive. You will not suffer in life. My account is in the comment section. Thank you, everyone.”
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You Inspired Whole Generation – Reekado Banks Hails Wizkid

Nigerian singer, Reekado Banks has celebrated singer Wizkid’s birthday.
This is as he praised Wizkid’s influence on the new generation of afrobeats artists.
Joining millions worldwide to celebrate the Grammy-winning singer’s 34th birthday on Tuesday, Banks noted that Wizkid inspired “a whole generation.”
On his X handle, he wrote: “Happy birthday to the biggest bird @wizkidayo, Your talent inspires a whole Generation. You’re blessed and I tap from it.”
Meanwhile, Wizkid has appreciated his colleagues and fans for their birthday messages.
Taking to his X handle, he wrote, “Appreciate all of the love. God bless and grant all the heart desires! Real thankful.”
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I Spent Endless Nights Dreaming About Real Madrid – Mbappe

Kylian Mbappe has spoken about his dream of joining Real Madrid.
According to him, he had desired to play for the Spanish giants since childhood.

The France forward, 25, signed a five-year deal at the club in July after the expiry of his Paris St-Germain contract.

His presentation was delayed due to France’s involvement at Euro 2024, where they were knocked out at the semi-final stage by Spain.
But, speaking to a crowd of over 80,000 spectators at the Bernabeu, Mbappe told supporters he had dreamt of the moment he could call himself a Real Madrid player.
“I spent endless nights dreaming about one day playing for Real Madrid and today I am one happy guy,” said Mbappe.
“My family are so happy here, I can see my mum crying.
 
“It’s an incredible day for me, I’ve dreamt of this day since I was a kid and this day means a lot to me.
Mbappe, who was kitted out in the club’s new home kit and addressed spectators in Spanish, was introduced to the crowd by club president Florentino Perez.
Speaking to Mbappe before the Frenchman spoke to the crowd, Perez said: “The love that you felt for Real Madrid, and you identifying with this club since your childhood, made it possible for you to be here and to overcome those obstacles on the way to your dream.”
 
For Perez, Mbappe’s arrival was a long time in the making and comes three years after Real failed with a £137m offer for the World Cup winner.
PSG accepted a world record bid of £259m from Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal in 2023, but Mbappe rejected the move as it became apparent that he wanted to move to the Bernabeu.
Mbappe, who was offered a contract extension by the French club, was left out of PSG’s pre-season tour as a result but he was eventually reintegrated by manager Luis Enrique.
The forward left PSG having scored 256 goals in 308 appearances.
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Wizkid’s Third Son, Zion Pens Heartwarming Birthday Message To Him

Zion Balogun, the third son of Afrobeats star, Wizkid has penned a message to him as he turns 34.

On his official Instagram page, he shared a photo of him hugging his Grammy award-winning father passionately accompanied by a sweet birthday message for him.

He noted that words failed to convey the amount of love and gratitude for him and expressed his love for his papa.

His words: “Words cannot adequately convey the depth of love and gratitude for you! Happy Birthday! Love you Dad ❤️”

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Successful Relationship Requires Sacrifice From Both Partners – Simi

Singer and songwriter Simi has spoken on relationship.
Speaking on the Zero Conditions Podcast she opened up that relationship is all about commitment.
Simi pointed out that a relationship cannot succeed with only one person putting in the effort, regardless of how hard they try.
She stressed that relationships require vulnerability, compromise, and sacrifice from both parties.
She also underlined the importance of good communication, which helps partners stay connected and resolve their differences.
She explained: “I have a take; one person cannot make a relationship work. I don’t care how many prayers you pray, how hard you work, or how much therapy you do. If one person is the only one investing in the relationship, the relationship is not working; it can never work.”
 
“It will never work because it takes two; that’s the point of a relationship. It takes two, three, or four. I don’t know what we’re doing these days. But the point is, it definitely takes more than one person; it takes a village.
 
“Love requires vulnerability, compromise, and sacrifice, but it has to be in an ‘I know that I have to put part of myself down in this relationship, but I don’t want to be doing it myself’ type of way.
 
“I think there should be great communication; if you don’t have great communication, it won’t work, even if you love that person. Communication is hearing someone and hearing what they’re saying. And even if you disagree, you’re meeting it with love and compassion. Because you’re not always going to be on the same page, you’re going to disagree, and sometimes you can’t stand that person, but you love them enough to find your way back to the same page.”
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Burna Boy Is The Love of My Life – Stefflon Don

Jamaican rapper Stefflon Don has stated that Nigerian singer Burna Boy is the love of her life.
This is coming despite their breakup in 2021.
In a recent interview with Fernando Halman on the Netherlands music platform Real Talk, Stefflon Don confirmed that Burna Boy remains the love of her life.
Although she is now in a new relationship, Stefflon Don chose not to reveal the identity of her current partner.
When asked about how she met Burna Boy, she referenced his previous interviews, saying, “Everyone knows how we met; he used to talk about it all the time. Trust me, after 20 interviews, we are in this together.”
Stefflon Don’s response was straightforward when asked if Burna Boy was the love of her life, saying, “Yes.”
However, she remained tight-lipped when asked if Burna Boy’s song “Last Last” was about her, choosing not to elaborate on the matter.
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I’ll Give My Life For Real Madrid – Mbappe Vows

Real Madrid’s summer signing, Kylian Mbappe has made a vow to fans of the club.
He vowed to give his life for the Spanish La Liga champions.

The France captain stated this at his official presentation as a Real Madrid player on Tuesday in Spain.

Mbappe also branded Real Madrid as the greatest club in the history of football.
 
“My dream now is to measure up to this club, the best club in the world,” the former Paris Saint-Germain forward said.
“I will give my life for this club and this crest.
 
“I’m proud to belong to the club of my dreams and the greatest club in the history of football.”‘

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