Vic Flick, the legendary guitarist who created the iconic James Bond theme riff, has passed away at the age of 87. Flick’s son, Kevin, announced his father’s death on social media, revealing that he had been battling Alzheimer’s disease. Born in Surrey in 1937, Flick was an accomplished guitarist who contributed far more to the world of music than just the iconic Bond riff. He played the famous riff for £6 in 1962, using a 1939 English Clifford Essex Paragon Deluxe guitar plugged into a Fender Vibrolux amplifier. The guitar is now displayed in the Rock and Roll Hall of…
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Nollywood actress Dayo Amusa has captured the hearts of fans and colleagues with the announcement of her newborn son’s name. The actress gave birth in the United States, as originally shared by Nollywood film blog “Nollywood Citadel”. Confirming the joyful development, Amusa expressed deep gratitude to her Maker, describing her excitement at becoming a mother. She initially shared a glimpse of her baby boy, referring to him as her “treasure,” and later revealed his full photo and name on Instagram. The actress named her son Oluwafirewamiri, affectionately shortened to “Olu Fire.” In her caption, she noted that her little one…
Miss Universe Africa and Oceania, Chidimma Adetshina, has announced her departure from beauty pageants after finishing second in the Miss Universe competition. In an interview with Silverbird Television, Adetshina revealed that pageantry left her traumatized. “Honestly, I am done with pageantry. It was really a traumatic experience for me,” she confessed. Despite being the highest-ranked African contestant in Miss Universe history, Adetshina expressed relief at leaving the industry. “People don’t really get to understand how I felt; I was really down and I didn’t want to do Miss Universe.” Adetshina now plans to focus on self-discovery, education, and exploring new…
Nigerian singer Chike has left fans and celebrities stunned with his latest Instagram post, featuring a mystery woman. The picture, posted on November 20, 2024, shows Chike and the woman, whose face is not visible, dressed in Nigerian traditional attire – Chike in Igbo wear and the lady in Yoruba cultural attire. Chike’s caption, “When I wake for morning, I thank God for you! #CelebrationOfBeauty #Mma,” sparked a flurry of reactions. Some fans believe the woman might be his mother, while others think he may be hinting at an upcoming wedding. Here’s what some fans had to say: Nigerian singer…
Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman of Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Reacts to Call to Congratulate Ugo Ugochukwu NIDCOM Chairman, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has congratulated Ugo Ugochukwu, a 17-year-old Nigerian teenager, for setting a record in the US. Ugochukwu became the first American driver to win the Macau GP since 1981. An X user, David Obiasogu, had questioned Abike Dabiri-Erewa’s silence on Ugochukwu’s achievement. Abike Dabiri-Erewa responded:”Dear David Obiasogu, thank you for bringing this to my attention. Hearty congratulations to Ugo. Please, if you have his details send to NIDCOM so we can reach him.”
Nigerian fashion designer Veekee James took to social media to shower praise on her husband, Femi Atere, on International Men’s Day, November 19, 2024. Amidst criticism over their public displays of affection, Veekee’s heartfelt tribute highlighted Femi’s exceptional qualities. In an emotional Instagram video, Veekee expressed gratitude for Femi’s humility and grace in handling online criticism. “You carry it with so much grace, and you’re such a king,” she said. Veekee acknowledged that Femi’s recent presence on social media has drawn unwanted attention, but he remains unfazed. Veekee contrasted Femi’s supportive nature with experiences where men feel threatened by their…
Veteran rapper and actor Saafir (Reggie Gibson) has passed away at 54, announced by friend and Golden State Project groupmate Xzibit on Instagram. Xzibit shared a heartfelt tribute: “I can’t believe I’m writing this right now, but don’t know what else to do at the moment. Approximately at 8:45 am this morning, my brother Reggie known to the world as Saafir passed away. We have so much history I can’t even explain what I’m feeling right now. We surrounded him and let him know how much we loved him. He can rest now.” He continued: “Friends, Family, everyone that rocked…
Nigerian online critic Vincent Martins Otse, aka VeryDarkMan, has met music mogul Don Jazzy, following his surprise N100 million donation to VDM’s NGO. Despite past criticisms, Don Jazzy’s generosity sparked a heartwarming encounter. VeryDarkMan shared the meeting on Instagram, thanking Don Jazzy and praying for him. VeryDarkMan expresses gratitude and bows to Don Jazzy, who reciprocates the gesture. He also addresses trolls criticizing his past remarks.
Tiwa Savage, the Nigerian singer, has revealed that she once returned a Range Rover given to her as a birthday gift by an admirer. In an interview on The Beat 99.9 FM, Savage shared that she decided to return the vehicle because she was not interested in the person who gave it to her. “I once got a Range Rover for my birthday, but I returned it because I was not feeling the guy,” she said. During the interview, the ‘Somebody’s Son’ hitmaker disclosed that Nicki Minaj, the US rapper, is the most famous contact in her phonebook. Beyond her…
Nigerian actress and filmmaker Dayo Amusa has announced the birth of her first child, a baby boy. Amusa shared the news on Instagram on November 18, 2024, posting a picture grid of her newborn. “ALHAMDULILAH My Treasure has arrived. It’s a Boy,” she captioned. The news sparked widespread congratulations from fans, colleagues, and industry peers. Notable figures such as Omoni Oboli and Seun Oloketuyi, founder of the Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards, extended their well-wishes. Many commenters reflected on Amusa’s previous experiences with backlash over being childfree, expressing joy and relief at the arrival of her baby. “Congratulations to her!…
Renowned Nigerian standup comedian, Basketmouth, has revealed why he stopped emceeing at wedding events. The 46-year-old entertainer described his decision as a “sacrifice” necessary to maintain his artistic integrity. “Hosting events as an MC feels like adulterating the art,” Basketmouth said during the premiere of his film ‘A Ghetto Love Story’. He clarified that he only stopped emceeing at private gigs like weddings, not entirely quitting hosting duties. Instead, he will focus on standup comedy at private events. “The only thing I have stopped is private gigs like weddings… It’s a sacrifice I have to make because I do standup…
Nigerian comedian and actor, Mr. Macaroni, has unleashed a scathing attack on the current Nigerian administration, accusing government officials of hypocrisy and insensitivity. In a recent post on X, he emphasized that both past and present politicians share responsibility for Nigeria’s underdevelopment. However, he singled out members of the current administration, stating they have no moral right to criticize their predecessors while failing to address the pressing hardships facing Nigerians today. “I no send any Nigerian politician, but only the people have the right to call out or criticise any politician or government past or present! Not Spokespersons of the…