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This time next week all roads lead to the #eatdrinkfestival where some of the best food and drink vendors in Lagos will be there to tickle your taste buds and give you the opportunity to sample their #foodanddrink. The focus of this summer’s festival is online restaurants and chefs without physical locations. It going to be awesome. You cannot afford to miss it. It’s #freeadmission so no excuses
Time: 12:00pm - 7:00 pm
Date: Sunday July 17 2016
Venue: Fantasy Land, Waring Street, Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria

Beard Gang, bearded men and enthusiast on Saturday, July 16 Bearded Genius @bearded_genius will be having their official Launch Pop Up.

This made in Nigeria brand is giving away FREE beard grooming, and oil & balm samples at the launch.

Time: 4:00 pm To 10:00 pm
Venue: 78 Mike Adegbite Avenue, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos, Nigeria
Date: Saturday July 16 2016

The objective of this initiative is to remove the stigma around infertility, support couples going through fertility challenges and educate the populace on the reasons why some couples struggle to conceive as well as options available for them. Volunteers are also welcome to join the Fertility Walk 2016.

Time: 7:00AM
Date: Saturday, July 16th 2016
Venue: Muri Okunola Park, Victoria Island, Lagos

Music is powerful. Music is more than the rhythm, it’s about the message. If the song has a really inspiring message that challenges you to be your best, then that song is a must have…

That’s why you need to check out the new single ‘Live Your Dream’ from the delectable Simi and ‘Better Days’ Rapper D-Truce.

Be a better you. Shoot for the stars. Let nothing hold you back. Those are some of the inspiring words on the song.

We all have dreams and at a time like this we need a push to go that extra mile.

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Tha Suspect releases a new one titled “Alleluiah!” which is a FREE BEAT + Hook.

In his words;

"(I’ve) not been inspired to release music this year cos I lost a flashdrive containing stuff from clients + files from transactions that were to be sorted out earlier this year and was completely discouraged. As I dey clean room 2 days ago, na so I just see the flash. (I’m) too excited o! So I decided to thank God with this free beat."

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Orezi drops a new banging tune for the clubs titled 145. He says it’s something to wet the appetite of his fans; the song talks about how someone can still and should enjoy life even with the hike in price of fuel, tomato and economic challenges.

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Just when we thought ‘Da Chat’ with Zinnia couldn’t get any more entertaining, Banky W takes the hot seat and he gives us the full scoop on everything ranging from his huge crush on Niyola before she put him in the friend zone, to the Tiwa – Teebillz Saga, Wizkid, Marriage, EME and so much more.
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WHY YOU SHOULD DECODE

The phrase ‘change is a constant thing’ is common, only that they who profess it ignore the constant thing itself. Change is the process by which the future invades our lives. It was the slogans of a recently concluded election in Nigeria, the mantra of our every day economy that we lament of, yet do nothing about.

Down here in the most Southern part of the South, the effect of recent change in the economy has hit our cities so bad one can smell the lack in the air.

From Keke Drivers to Road Side Recharge Card Sellers, to the Makeup Artist, to the Photographer to the New Graphics Artist, to the budding Fashion Designer, when asked ‘What Matters Now’, answer with one voice, ‘Entrepreneurship’. This is good news for the city in Warri, however, the enterprise of the future has a different language, pace and culture.

Previously, men studied the past to shed light on the present, but in today’s entrepreneurship world, the time-mirror has been turned around. A coherent image of the future can shower us with valuable insights for today. To be effective in business today, you have to know where the world is going, how it is going there and who is taking it there. And this is what the conference Decode is about.

Decode is a Creative Entrepreneurs Conference positioned to engage this societal challenge by equipping Creatives with the knowledge, skill and sophistication needed to forge profitability and fulfillment.

Our hope is that through these unique experiences, there will be a spark within you to make better art, live more authentically, and use your creativity to inspire the world around you.

Our mission is to empower creatives to be their best creative ‘selfs’ though building experiences that will enhance their lives and creativity.

When was the last time you rethought how you approach sales and pricing? Having a better understanding of this process can impact every part of your business or freelance career. This process is rarely showcased or discussed among peers, which is why Decode will walk you through pricing your creative work based on the value you are generating.

The conference creates a space where you will be challenged to push yourself in the creative process, inspired by others who are thriving in the creative industry, and empowered with resources and practical tips to help you pursue excellence.

At the end of the two-day experience you will leave with a fresh spark of passion, filled to the brim with innovative ideas, and with a community of creatives who are ready to create and do life with you.

So friend, if you are yet to register for Decode, here is your chance, click on this link http://bit.ly/29OztBj

It is free but it is open only to the first 150 people that will register.

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See you there

B-RED recently dropped his 8 tracker “EP” with 6 bonuses. This decision came about after the back to back success of songs like: CUCUMBER FT. AKON, TWERK FT. DAVIDO & BLESSINGS. The “EP” is basically B-RED making a statement and expressing himself through his music to fans & critics alike.

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Bracket dishes out another track titled 'FEVER'

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Ghana Based, Nigerian Born Artist Mr Eazi features Mr. Y.A.G.I, Lil Kesh on a remix to his Guilty Beatz produced record titled “Sample You”.

This remix . Pure fire!!! Cop below and share your thoughts.

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Sarkodie finally premieres his much anticipated collaboration with fellow Ghanaian rapper, Edem, titled “More Money More Problems” (MMMP).
Produced by Avengers SA.

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Ice Prince Zamani presents his first single after official announcement of his own label

In this new single produced by Illkeys. Slightly from his speedy beat cutting delivery and has adopted a more relaxed, dancehall tinged vibe mirroring the reggae-ton/synth-pop inspired, fast tempo beat of the song. Definitely a club banger and dance floor hit.

The single features the goose pimple inducing melisma skills of DJ Buckz

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Next world music’s Jaywon a.k.a OBA ORIN dishes out the eye popping visuals to the hit single titled “GBADUN” featuring mavin’s own “Reekedo Banks” which comes off his recently released album “OBA ORIN” that has been making waves in the in the industry and beyond.

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For some days now, the internet has been agog with news of singer, Iyanya, leaving his label, Triple MG, a label he co-owns with business partner, Ubi Franklin.

Iyanya, has however, taken to social media to debunk the rumors that he is in a fight with Ubi Franklin.

He shared a screenshot of the story published on Pulse.ng and wrote:

"All this r lies….I’m not fighting Ubi…his wife is the best woman in the world for him, she is a good woman. She’s a good cook too. You guys please chill."

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After the release of his record, “Too Late” which is a One Take Freestyle, Kash Kamp Trick Billionaire MusiQ is out with a new one from Yung6ix titled “Shabba” which features dance hall Queen, Cynthia Morgan.

Enjoy the Disally produced tune below as we expect more from Yung6ix.

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Governor Wike announced the confirmation of the appointment of the Acting Rector of the Polytechnic, Bori, Dr Oneniye -Ofori Georgewill as the Rector of Kenule Beeson Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic (Kenpoly) Bori on Wednesday at the school's convention arena following the overwhelming request of the students through their leadership, this confirmation has the full endorsement of the Governing Council of the institution led by Chf (Barr) Adokiye Amiesimaka.

Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike stated that his administration will work towards the accreditation of all the academic programmes of the Kenule Beeson Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic, Bori.
He also stated that the state government will start with the upgrade of the school's workshops and laboratories, promising to transform the Polytechnic to a world-class status

Addressing thousands of the Students of the Kenule Beeson Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic, Bori on Wednesday at the school's auditorium, Governor Wike stated that upon the improvement of the state's internally generated revenue, his administration will establish a polytechnic in each senatorial district to create more access to quality education.

He also said that his administration will complete the rehabilitation of the Birabi Memorial Grammar School, Bori and dualise the Sakpwenwa-Bori road for the good of the Ogoni ethnic nationality.

The governor explained that the establishment of the Port Harcourt Polytechnic was not an attempt to kill the Kenule Beeson Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic as being peddled by political opponents. He said he is interested in the development of Ogoni and other parts of the Rivers State.

In his remarks, Chairman of the Governing Council of the Kenule Beeson Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic, Chief Adokiye Amaesimaka commended the governor for his investments in the development of the institution.

Also speaking, President of the Students Union Government of the institution, Comrade Peter Dunobari commended the governor for setting up a credible governing council and management that have improved basic amenities in the state institution.

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Dancehall artistes, Timaya, took to social media some hours ago to unveil his new manager.

The ‘Egebri Papa 1 of Bayelsa’, has unveiled famed artiste manager, Osagie Osanrekhoe , as his new manager.

He wrote:

"Meet my new manager….OSAGIE OKUNKPOLOR. Welcome to DM records"

Recall, Osagie, some weeks back was involved in a legal battle with Baseline Records, home to singer Skales. She was accused of defrauding the label of several millions of Naira alongside Skales, whom she managed during that period.

Osagie, before now, managed the likes of Wizkid, Reekado Banks and Dammy Krane.

Adekunle Gold the ‘Ready’ crooner has finally revealed when he will be releasing his debut album.

Adekunle, has announced that his highly anticipated album, The Gold Season, will be released on July 28, 2016.

Speaking on the album during an interview, he explained that:

"In the Gold album, I bare my soul to the world. I want people to experience what I felt while creating the album. Also, I hope that in the coming years, my music will still sound as fresh as they did the day they were released."

Adekunle Gold, who won the Best Alternative Song at this year’s Headies award, revealed earlier in the year that the likes of E.Banks, Seyi Keys, Oscars, are amongst the producers to work on his album.

Kash Kamp Trick Billionaire MusiQ dish out this one from frontline act, YunG6ix which is titled “Too Late” which is a One Take Freestyle.

The record was produced by Disally Beatx.

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New mom, Tonto Dikeh, and singer, Jaywon, are set to drop a new song any day now.

Jaywon, shared a photo of the both of them in a music studio captioning it:

"Something is coming, wait for it"

Tonto, re-posted same photo and captioned it:

"Something Great coming #Workmood."

Tonto, was formerly signed to D’banj’s record label, DB Record,before leaving a couple of months ago.

‘Kukuere’ singer, Iyanya, had everyone wondering what must have gone wrong with his relationship with business partner/manager, Ubi Franklin, for him to have announced his depart from Triple MG, a label which they both co-own.

According to Pulse, the business partners have been having several issues ranging from finances, booking and appearance fees, to include taking some crucial decisions on the artistes the label houses and the label itself. Iyanya, was reprotedly not okay with how Ubi Franklin, was handling the finances of the label.

Iyanya, was also said to be very upset over the exoit of two of the label’s artistes in the person of Emma Nyra and Baci, with Baci’s exit being more painful as he has been friends with Iyanya for several years.

During his major announcement on Instagram, Iyanya, also revealed that he will be dropping anew album very soon, an album management of the label is said to have been handed over to a guy named Paul has also been put in charged of the booking, performance and appearance fees.

Neither Iyanya nor Ubi Franklin, has given their side of the story yet, as the two are said to eb outside the country at the moment.

Baseline Music act, Skales was a guest on the recent edition of Soundcity’s My Music & I. On this episode, the singer addressed the label issues which trended a while back. He also discussed his forthcoming album and more.

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SMG’s gang boss, Sinzu surfaces after his self imposed hiatus along side producer, Czure on this record titled “Flex The Money”.

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This Song has been Written by Diamond Platnumz & P- Square in Lagos Nigeria Square Records on the 10th of January 2015.

The beat was Produced by SHIRKO from Tanzania and getting Mixed by V-TECK from Nigeria and also got some touches by Producer LAIZER from Wasafi Records Tanzania.

The video was shot in Johannesburg South Africa by Godfather Production on the 24th of April 2016.

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The Nigerian rap legend, Modenine is back with the visuals to his record titled “No Matter What” which features Maka and produced by Black Intelligence.

The video was shot by Beazy.

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X3M Music rnb singer. Praiz drops the video to his February 5th released record titled “Body Hot” which features Jesse Jagz and Ghanaian dancehall titan, StoneBwoy.

The Clarence Peters directed video is definitely hot!!!

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This Song was been Written by Diamond Platnumz & P- Square in Lagos Nigeria Square Records on the 10th of January 2015.

The beat was Produced by SHIRKO from Tanzania and getting Mixed by V-TECK from Nigeria and also got some touches by Producer LAIZER from Wasafi Records Tanzania.

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Not only is Coke bringing us fun and happy cheer in a variety of bottles, they’ve added sweet, good music to serenade our ears. Their latest offering is a western, afro-pop sound with vocal features by soul music sensation, Darey & afro songstress, Storm Rex.

“Taste The Feeling” will further light up your desire for Coke again, as the instrumentals were led heavily by strumming symphonies from an electric lead guitar, whose riffs perfectly induces the sensation to grab and down a chill bottle.

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