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Apesin Day: Taye Currency Set to Empower Upcoming Fuji artistes

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THE annual appreciation day of the Fuji lcon, Alhaji Taye Akande Adebisi popularly known as ‘Currency’ , dubbed ‘Apesin Day’ billed for Sunday, November 19, 2017, at Top One Garden, Podo, Ibadan set to provide an avenue for fast rising fuji artistes to showcase their talents with fresh, original, creative and inspiring rhythms they will have to generate live on stage.

‘Apesin’ as he is fondly called was a title given to the Fuji Idol, Taye Currency by His Imperial Majesty, Oba Lamidi Olayiwola, the Alaafin of Oyo five years ago to appreciate his effort and dexterity on Fuji music.

Speaking on the programme, his media director, Mr. Tope Eluyefa explained that the celebration is an annual event to appreciate fans,friends and family who has been consistently following his music.

Taye Currency while speaking through his media aide said, “apart from appreciating the fans, it is also a platform to recognise our sing-alike up and coming Fuji artistes. Some of them are closer to us, some never saw me but like to sing like me, we will use the opportunity to recognise them and bring them into our family and above all, assist them.

“This is a platform to help truly creative fuji musicians to ride the waves of their careers to fame and fortune.

“This year’s event will be spectacular with the introduction of awards and incentives by Alhaji Taye Currency, the Apesin of Fuji world wide for these artistes who believe in us because there are several fuji Musicians in Oyo State and Nigeria, but they decided to follow my footsteps, I really appreciate them” Tope added.

He, also hinted that the event slated for Top One Garden would commence by 12 noon with a cap and a T-Shirt as pass.

“It is incontestable that Taye Currency has become an household name in the Fuji industry and this is the time to give back to the society, we are investing in people and empowering the young ones for the future”.

The Ibadan based fuji star, however expressed his profound gratitude to everyone, especially his numerous fans on the acceptance of his fast selling album, titled ‘Favour and Achievement’.

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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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