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I Can’t Repeat The Same Cloth – Singer, Magixx Says

Alexander Adelabu, the Nigerian singer, who is popularly known as Magixx, has opened up about the challenges he faced as a celebrity.

In a chat with Chude Jideonwo, Mavin Records signee disclosed that his busy schedule as an artiste and keeping up with public expectations put him under pressure.

 

He lamented that he couldn’t repeat the same cloth because of public expectations.

 

 

Magixx said, “There’s a path to every great person’s destiny. And in figuring out the path, I learned that you’ve got to go through this… I was dealing with public acceptance, family issues, accepting where I am at to improve myself, and still meeting public demands.

 

“It’s a whole lot. You’re still the songwriter, you’re still the person who’s going to show up for video call, you’re still the person who’s going to pick your family’s call. You’re still the person who has a love interest, you’re still the person who’s going to fly out every weekend outside Lagos to perform for people.

“It’s a lot but people don’t even know. People don’t know that I can’t repeat the same cloth. For instance, this is the last time you will see the outfit I’m currently wearing on social media. I’ve to think about the cloth to wear everyday. Normal people don’t think about those things.

“It’s a lot of pressure on artistes but people from outside don’t see that.”

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Minimum Wage: N60,000 Too High – Governors

Governors of the 36 states of the Federation have said they cannot pay N60,000 minimum wage proposed by the Federal Government.
The Director Media and Public Affairs of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, NGF, Hajiya Halimah Salihu Ahmed stated this on Friday.
The governors said the N60,000 wage is not realistic and unsustainable.
They argued that if implemented, it would force some states in the country to be borrowing to pay workers’ salaries.
“The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) is in agreement that a new minimum wage is due. The Forum also sympathises with labour unions in their push for higher wages.
 
“However, the Forum urges all parties to consider the fact that the minimum wage negotiations also involve consequential adjustments across all cadres, including pensioners.
 
“The NGF cautions parties in this important discussion to look beyond just signing a document for the sake of it; any agreement to be signed should be sustainable and realistic.
 
“All things considered, the NGF holds that the N60,000 minimum wage proposal is not sustainable and cannot fly. It will simply mean that many states will spend all their FAAC allocations on just paying salaries with nothing left for development purposes.
 
“In fact, a few states will end up borrowing to pay workers every month. We do not think this will be in the collective interest of the country, including workers.
 
“We appeal that all parties involved, especially the labour unions, consider all the socioeconomic variables and settle for an agreement that is sustainable, durable, and fair to all other segments of the society who have legitimate claim to public resources,” parts of the statement read.
Recall that the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, and the Trade Union Congress, TUC, embarked on an indefinite strike after rejecting the Federal Government’s N60,000 offer.
The labour leaders later announced that they would relax the strike action for one week, to give room for further negotiations with the Federal Government, which had promised to increase the wage from N60,000.
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Why I Don’t Believe That Artists Don’t Care About Success – Ed Sheeran

World-famous British musician Ed Sheeran has expressed his views on fellow artists who assert they’re in the music business out of passion rather than striving for success.

Appearing on a recent episode of Therapuss With Jake Shane, the ‘Thinking Out Loud’ hitmaker categorically stated that he doesn’t believe such claims.

According to him, if those artists truly don’t care about success, they wouldn’t release their music commercially or sign with record labels.

The multiple Grammy-winning singer argued that all artists want to be successful and famous, emphasising that those who say they don’t care about success only say that because it “sounds cool.”

Sheeran added that anyone in the pop scene “definitely cares” about success.

He said: “I don’t believe any artist that says they don’t, otherwise, you wouldn’t release music because you’d be like, ‘If I don’t care what people think, then why would I even put it out?’ You’d just sort of make the music and be like, ‘Well, that’s made me feel good.’

“All artists, we want to be loved. That’s why we are on stage. And that’s why you sign to a record company, to go, ‘I would like people to hear the music that I’m making.’ I don’t really subscribe to this whole, like, not caring thing. That’s all a kind of ruse, because it sounds cool to say but every artist wants people to like their music.

“It really pisses me off when people are like, ‘Oh I don’t care how it does.’ I’m like, ‘F*cking shut up! You do! Everyone does.’ Anyone in the pop game definitely cares.”

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I’m Now An Upcoming Artist – D’banj Says

Oladapo Daniel Oyebanjo, the legendary Nigerian musician, who is popularly known as D’banj, has declared himself “a new cat” (up-and-coming artist in local parlance).

The 43-year-old singer said despite clocking 20 years in the music industry, he still feels like he is scratching the surface again, noting that the music industry has evolved over the years.

In a recent interview with Hip TV, D’banj disclosed that he would be working with some new generation artists in his upcoming album, ‘Entertainer’, which he said was a sequel to his critically acclaimed 2008 album, ‘The Entertainer’.

He also spoke on the role he played in the global acceptance of Nigerian music.

D’banj said, “I am not the first [Nigerian artist] to have done an international collaboration. We were just the first to have done it the way we did it. Usually, when you want to do a collaboration with an international artist, it seemed before ours, like they were doing you a favour. But with the kind of grace that God gave us and the kind of team that we had, we were able to deliver one of the biggest [‘Mr Endowed’].

“I think that actually gave hope and visibility to the kids [new artists] to know that they can do it. So, I feel like a very proud father if I may say. That’s why I am a cat again [up-and-coming artist]. Now, I want to feature not even international artists but local artists. I want to feature Ayra Starr, Rema, Ruger and Don Jazzy. Collaboration is the new competition.”

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Nigerian Actresses, Liz Anjorin And Iyabo Ojo Reconcile

Popular Nigerian actresses, Iyabo Ojo and Lizzy Anjorin have settled their rift.

Their social media feud had escalated to the point where Ojo filed a defamatory lawsuit against Lizzy, seeking N500 million in damages.

Lizzy’s absence at the first court hearing in February 2024 led to court notices being pasted at her house.

In a recent development, the judge presiding over the case took on the role of mediator and successfully reconciled the two actresses.

Confirming the reconciliation to the press, Iyabo mentioned that the judge provided motherly advice, urging both women to stop fighting and cursing each other on social media and to embrace peace instead.

A video circulating online shows Iyabo and Lizzy smiling as they left the court together.

Lizzy’s husband approached Iyabo and gave her a peaceful hug, symbolising the newfound harmony.

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Ayra Starr’s Album Hits 375 million Streams On Its First Day

The latest album of Afrobeats star, Ayra Starr, titled “The Year I Turned 21,” has achieved a major feat as it has garnered 375 million cumulative streams on its first day.

This remarkable feat not only highlights her growing influence in the music industry but also showcases her unique talent for crafting songs that resonate profoundly with her audience.

The staggering number of streams reflects her hard work, creativity, and the strong bond she shares with her fans.

“The Year I Turned 21” is a 15-track album featuring collaborations with prominent artists like Asake, Giveon, Coco Jones, Anitta, and Rvssian.

The album covers a range of topics, including self-confidence, introspection, love, gender positivity, and mental wellbeing, showcasing Ayra Starr’s versatility and growth as an artist.

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Why I Don’t Believe In Having A Girlfriend – Nigerian Comedian, Layi Wasabi

Isaac Olayiwola, the famous Nigerian comedian and actor, who is popularly known as Layi Wasabi, has revealed why he doesn’t believe in the concept of “girlfriend.”

Appearing on the recent episode of ‘Is This Seat Taken?’ podcast hosted by actress Chinasa Anukam, the 10th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards Best Online Content Creator winner explained that he prefers “partnership” to the word “girlfriend.”

He said, “I don’t believe in the concept of a girlfriend. I believe in partnership. I don’t believe in that phase of girlfriends. I start with courtship. I have to see the wife in the person from the beginning.”

The host, Chinasa, inferred, “That speaks a level of focus. That’s fine.”

Wasabi also disclosed that he has only been on dates four times.

The skit maker said his ideal partner is a tall woman, emphasising that height is the first thing he notices in women.

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Why Nwabali Owes Me Mercedes Benz – Chippa Coach

Sean Louw, the Chippa United goalkeeper coach, has said that Stanley Nwabali, owes him a Mercedes Benz after his bold prediction of his appearance at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.

Nwabali was a surprise inclusion in Nigeria’s squad for the biennial competition hosted by Cote d’Ivoire.

Prior to the competition, the former Enyimba and Katsina United shot stoppers made just one appearance for the Super Eagles.

The 27-year-old was in goal when the Super Eagles squad, dominated largely by local players, was trounced 5-0 in a friendly by Mexico in the United States of America in 2021.

Nwabali was, however, one of the top performers, as the Super Eagles came second in Cote d’Ivoire.

Louw revealed that he once told Nwabali he would play for the Super Eagles in a big tournament, but the goalie doubted him.

“I told Stanley that he is going to play in the AFCON and he said, ‘’I will never play at the AFCON as long as I am playing for Chippa,” Louw told Idisktimes.

“I said ‘Challenge accepted’, and he said if he plays AFCON, he will buy me a Mercedes Benz. Until today, I am still waiting for my Mercedes Benz (laughs).”

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Transfer: It Will Be Difficult For Me To Play With Neymar Again – Messi Says

Lionel Messi, the world-famous Inter Miami superstar, has admitted that it will be “difficult” for him to line up alongside Neymar Jr again.

The two footballers first played together at Barcelona, before Neymar moved to Paris Saint-Germain in 2017.

Messi and Neymar were then reunited at PSG, before the Brazilian left for Al-Hilal.

There have been recent speculations claiming they could play together again in the MLS, especially after Luis Saurez signed for Inter Miami.

But Messi said: “We talk often. We even have a group chat with the three of us, including Luis. Ney speaks perfect Spanish.

“A little message to recruit him? No, I don’t know. The truth is, it’s difficult now”.

“He’s in Saudi Arabia, and I think he has a year left on his contract. He had a tough year, where he was injured for a long time. So, it’s difficult now”.

“After that, I don’t know. Life takes so many turns that anything can happen, but I think, for now, no.”

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Marriage Is Not For Everyone – BBNaija Star, Uriel Says

Uriel Oputa, the Big Brother Naija Reality TV star and chef, has urged critics questioning her single status to back off as marriage is not for everyone.

Uriel, who is an entrepreneur and chef, took to her Instagram to address the issue.

She said marriage is not an achievement, the reason why she does not feel any pressure from the family or the public.

Uriel maintained that she does not need validation from social media to prove that she is married or not.

She added that posting her partner or relationship status on social media was a prohibition for her.

“Marriage isn’t for everyone. If you think marriage is an achievement, that’s on you. How do you know I’m not married? Do you think everyone needs validation from social media?”, Uriel wrote.

She went ahead to reiterate that she would never post about her partner or relationship status on social media.

“I would never post my marriage or my partner’s full face here. Age-shaming and marriage-shaming is so 2018. Let’s maintain this energy and save the lives of young men and women”.

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