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- Celebs dress up for Peter Okoye and Lola Omotayo's wedding
- Jim Iyke Release Sexy New Photos As He Models For London-Based Chizzy Magazine
- 6 year old Ozzy Bosco releases new music - Ozingo Dance
- Wizkid single again?
- Akon & Wizkid under fire in Ghana for requesting light-skinned girls for music video
- First pic of the groom Peter Okoye on his traditional wedding day
- Popular 90s musician Father U Turn dies at 36
| Celebs dress up for Peter Okoye and Lola Omotayo's wedding Posted: 17 Nov 2013 08:50 AM PST |
| Jim Iyke Release Sexy New Photos As He Models For London-Based Chizzy Magazine Posted: 17 Nov 2013 09:00 AM PST |
| 6 year old Ozzy Bosco releases new music - Ozingo Dance Posted: 17 Nov 2013 08:06 AM PST   |
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| Akon & Wizkid under fire in Ghana for requesting light-skinned girls for music video Posted: 17 Nov 2013 07:53 AM PST  Ahead of the upcoming concert that will see the likes of Akon, Wizkid, Sarkodie and more in Ghana, controversy sparks! In a recent video shoot for an up and coming Akon and Wizkid video, some Ghanaian models and girls were called upon to participate by the directors a few days ahead of the shoot. Presumably prior to Akon and Wizkid's arrival in Ghana. A model reported on the day of the shoot some girls were turned away as the agent (or the man responsible for calling them) informed them that "they now want half cast girls". A term used to describe girls with mixed heritage, usually ones with white blood in them. "THEY", most likely referring to Wizkid, Akon and/or his music video producer, turning away a fleet of arrivals originally requested to attend by the model scout. In fact, the agent requested if the girls could help him seek light skinned girls because 'THEY' were so adamant on this request even on late notice. Nigeria, where WizKid is from, and Senegal where Akon is from, are countries both flooded with girls bleaching their skin simply because of such discrimination and being made to feel ugly if dark. Not just in media and modelling, but general favours in life. Whilst there are good people in both countries trying to reverse the self esteem damage of such activities such as Adama Paris who banned skinned bleach models from the Senegalese national fashion week, Akon and Wizkid's team are trying to further such acts internationally. If this is the intentions Akon and the arrogant side kick Wizkid wish to introduce to Ghana, then we will be more than glad to uninvite them. Unfortunately for these bigots, Ghana has never been a land where girls are discriminated for skin tone in any field. In such matters, it is obvious they will pass the blame onto an employee to maintain their reputation. But for any such behavior, both these artists should be boycotted until their position is clarified. It's a shame that grown men who might be an inspiration to some still hover the Earth will a very small minded approach when it comes to reality. It might come across as simply music video request, but it's a habit existing in our countries born out of colonial rule, that unfortunately is also birth of skin colour discrimination and self esteem damage. Thank God Sarkodie did not sign to Akon's label Konvict. All I can say is I am looking forward to the departure of Akon and Wizkid from Ghana. That would be great news. In fact we would be very glad if any model continues to report any such activities going on in Africa (with remits) so we can name and shame the real perpetrators behind the skin bleaching epidemic.  |
| First pic of the groom Peter Okoye on his traditional wedding day Posted: 17 Nov 2013 07:51 AM PST |
| Popular 90s musician Father U Turn dies at 36 Posted: 17 Nov 2013 07:45 AM PST   The dancehall artiste who rose from poverty as an orphan, to build a successful and inspiring career as a songwriter, recording artiste, TV presenter and performer, passed on in Lagos today, following a brief illness. He was 36 years old. May his soul rest in peace...Amen. Read more about him after the cut... The late U Turn was from Kabba-Bunu in Kogi State where he first tried his hands on entertainment, working as a radio and TV presenter. He had a brief stint at NTA in Lagos, after relocating here, before signing a deal with Ultima Records which released his early albums. He was a little boy, with braids and a charming personality. And his signature intro 'Apoola Berekete' was far beyond his stature. But he got the industry's attention and got a leg in the door before long. After years of club tours and free gigs, he got his first break when he was signed to one of the biggest record labels of the time, Ultima Records. Ultima engaged Nelson Brown to work on his first album which proved to be a huge success. The hits 'African Culture' and 'Shakara' threw him into national limelight, instantly putting him in the league of bonafide ghetto stars like Daddy Showkey and Daddy Fresh. He espoused Okokomaiko where he resided, with many songs dedicated to the Lagos outskirt. His second album 'Padlock Ur Mouth' produced the smash hit 'Yetunde' a collaboration with Pasuma Wonder. With dozens of awards confirming his exploits, including multiple decoration by Awards for Musical Excellence in Nigeria (AMEN), Youths Awards for Excellence in Music (YAFEM), amongst many others, U Turn lead a generation of alternative dancehall cats by the hands. And in Okokomaiko where he spent the last two decades of his life, he was like a king. His success encouraged many children in the area to embrace music, and he supported many of them. Although his later years were troubled by label issues with Bayowa Music, and career challenges that came with unsuccessful albums, Father U Turn remained dedicated to his art - recording endlessly and refusing to let go of his passion and dedication to reggae/dancehall. He also vehemently refused to relocate from Okokomaiko, despite constant pleas from friends and family. He died in a hospital around Okokomaiko today, after suffering a liver related illness. A family member confirmed he had been in and out of hospital for many weeks. He had been on admission at the last hospital for 10 days before he passed on. He is survived by his siblings, wife Ajimoh and five children.  |
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