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54 top musicians to storm La Campagne Resort for African International Music Festival

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ATLEAST 54 prominent musicians  from all African countries are billed to take Lagos by storm as they perform at the 2017 edition of 2017 edition of African International Music Festival, AIM.

The festival which is slated for Saturday December 2nd and 3rd at La Campagne Tropicana Beach Resort, Ikegun Village , Ibeju Lekki is the creation of Ambassador Wanle Akinboboye aimed at ensuring the domestication of the prodigious creative industry for the growth , unity and economic brotherhood of Africa for Africans by Africans.

The landmark musical festival is presented by the African International Music Festival, AIM, an African music event like any other which has been planned and packaged by Motherland Beckons Initiative in conjunction with the Association of African Ambassadors and diplomats.

In a chat with newsmen, Prince Adekunle Adeyemo, Executive Assistant to the President, Motherland Beckons said, “AIM Festival is predicated upon the trajectory of the need to sew neatly and tightly the loose intra- cultural- tourism relationship in Africa. It is a trite in the concept of nation building that the cultural ingredients of values, norms, mores and its strong pillars such as language and music are pivots of unity.  Music is a potent weapon of intercultural understanding, appreciation and miscegenation. Good rhythm sans borders! That is purpose of AIM Festival.”

“As at the last week , we have received confirmation of 25 African music groups who are coming to blaze up the airwaves with their unique and distinct songs , dance styles, stagecraft, chants, display and razzmatazz”, he disclosed.

Speaking further, Prince Adeyemi revealed, “it is going to be the best conglomeration of African musical acts in a single event. It is an event which will parade as guests pathfinders of musical glory as King Sunny Ade, Evangelist Ebenezer Obey, Shina Peters, Victor Uwaifo , Femi kuti, Lagbaja, Sunny Nneji, who are not performing, but making appearances.’’

“The President of Motherland Beckons Initiative, Ambassador Wanle Akinboboye is leaving no stone unturned at ensuring not only that the event exploded beyond imagination but also of maximum consummation of musical dreams.Thus everything from the stage which is being handled by Zmirage, the four points Deejays booths, the security ground and aerial surveillance, the bonfire, the Rock ‘n Roll interactive session, exceptional socialisation in a Tropicana ambience is waiting for the participants.’’

“It is morally uplifting the warm embrace AIM festival by African Diplomats and their unflinching support at ensuring the success of the event. We are impressed that would be participants are very quick at obtaining the N10,000 ticket for  regular and one thousand naira for the students, which show that the African spirit of appreciation is within the conscience of African”, he added.

Also, Prince Adeyemo assured, “there will be unlimited fun, streams of songs, dances, display and  cultural stunts as Anu the Lady Ekwe , Olo Omidan Bata, Ara – Thunder , Wole Oni , Leslie Molds of Cameroon , Don Bra Don of Kenya , Joseph Chea of Liberia, Ammal of Uganda , Agossou Koffi Alphonse of  Togo , Adigun Olohun Iyo , Choni the Cellist from USA, Kola ‘Ogunkoya- Gbedu Master, Kareem Peterson, USA , Akeem Lasisi, Beriola and others are not only ready but on the ground for the event.”

“Like I said, music is a weapon to lubricate unity, togetherness, brotherhood and stoke the ember of collective reasoning, communal bonding and interest. AIM festival will make you feel vibes of Africa unity and its motherly conviviality through the beat and sonorous rhythm of good music which has no border. You just have to be there to feel the rhythm without pain”, he submitted.

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Adekunle Gold, Simi welcome twins

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Popular Nigerian singer, Adekunle Kosoko, better known as Adekunle Gold, and his wife, Simisola Kosoko, also known as Simi, have welcomed a set of twin babies.

The singer announced the good news via his Snapchat story on Wednesday.

“Asked God for another child and He blessed me double,” Simi wrote.

Although the gender of the babies has not been disclosed, the announcement has since attracted congratulatory messages from fans, colleagues and well-wishers across the entertainment industry.

The development comes months after Simi had hinted at her pregnancy. In December, she shared a video on Instagram, captioned, “From my baby, for my babies,” with the clip showing her baby bump.

The arrival of the twins also comes weeks after Simi featured in a snippet from Adekunle Gold’s recently released music video titled My Love Is the Same.

Adekunle Gold and Simi got married in 2019 after years of friendship and musical collaboration. Both artistes were formerly signed to X3M Music early in their careers and have since remained one of Nigeria’s most celebrated celebrity couples.

The couple welcomed their first child, Adejare Kosoko, fondly called Deja, in May 2020.

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Ayefele drops new album, Reflections

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Renowned Tungba gospel musician, Dr Yinka Ayefele, has released a new studio album titled Reflections, adding another chapter to his long-standing influence in Nigeria’s gospel music scene.

The album, which was released on Monday, December 22, 2025, blends introspection with praise, as Ayefele reflects on life, faith and gratitude to God, drawing from personal experiences marked by trials, near-tragedies and triumphs.

Announcing the release in a statement, the Group Head of Corporate Affairs, Fresh Nigeria and Yinka Ayefele Limited, Samson Akindele, said the album captures the musician’s deep reflections on life and his renewed commitment to thanksgiving and praise through music.

Musically, Reflections is rooted in Ayefele’s signature Tungba style, featuring energetic drum percussions, rich string arrangements and call-and-response patterns, supported by harmonious backup vocals from the Merry Makers Band.

The album also incorporates diverse elements, including Tungba hymnals and an Arabic praise chant rendered by a budding female talent, Harike Jesu, who additionally delivers a danceable Fuji-inspired track.

According to details of the project, the opening track focuses on Ayefele’s life journey and lessons drawn from past experiences, while subsequent tracks express appreciation to fans and sustain a flow of upbeat, dance-friendly rhythms.

Reflections is available on major digital streaming and download platforms, including Spotify, Boomplay, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Audiomack, YouTube Music, Deezer and Tidal.

The compact disc version is expected to be released in the coming days under the Yinka Ayefele Music label.

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Reggae Legend, Jimmy Cliff, Dies At 81

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Jamaican reggae icon, Jimmy Cliff, is dead. He died on Monday at the age of 81.

His wife, Latifa Chambers, announced the singer’s passing in a statement posted on his official Instagram page.

Chambers said Cliff “crossed over due to a seizure followed by pneumonia,” describing the loss as “profoundly saddening.”

She wrote, “I am thankful for his family, friends, fellow artists, and coworkers who have shared his journey with him. To all his fans around the world, please know that your support was his strength throughout his whole career.”

Cliff, revered as one of reggae’s defining figures and widely regarded as the genre’s most influential artiste after the late Bob Marley, enjoyed a stellar career that spanned more than four decades.

A multi-instrumentalist known for classics such as You Can Get It If You Really Want and The Harder They Come, Cliff blended reggae with folk, soul, ska and rock. His music frequently tackled themes of politics, poverty, injustice and social resistance.

He shot to global prominence following the release of the 1972 film The Harder They Come, in which he starred. The movie, partly inspired by his tough upbringing, played a pivotal role in pushing Jamaican reggae onto the world stage.

Reacting to his death, Jamaica’s Prime Minister, Andrew Holness, described Cliff as “a true cultural giant whose music carried the heart of our nation to the world.”

“His music lifted people through hard times, inspired generations, and helped to shape the global respect that Jamaican culture enjoys today,” Holness said.

“Walk good, Jimmy Cliff. Your legacy lives on in every corner of our island and in the hearts of the Jamaican people,” he added.

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