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 A former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili, has vowed never to sing the newly adopted national anthem, ‘Nigeria, we hail thee’. Ezekwesili said she would continue singing the previous national anthem, ‘Arise, O compatriots’. Her remark was in response to President Bola Tinubu’s confirmation of ‘Nigeria, we hail thee’ as the latest national anthem. Posting on X, Ezekwesili wrote: “Let it be known to all and sundry that I, Obiageli “Oby” Ezekwesili will whenever asked to sing the Nigerian National Anthem sing: 1. Arise, O compatriots, Nigeria’s call obey To serve our fatherland With love and strength and faith The labour of our heroes past Shall never be in vain To serve with heart and might One nation bound in freedom, peace and unity. 2. Oh God of creation, direct our noble cause Guide our leader’s right Help our youth the truth to know In love and honesty to grow And living just and true Great lofty heights attain To build a nation where peace and justice reign. She added: “This is my own National Anthem and let it be known that no one can suppress my right to dissent an obnoxious “law” that is repugnant to all that is of good conscience in Nigeria. Whatever else is #NotMyNationalAnthem.”
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 President Bola Tinubu has arrived at the National Assembly Complex as part of his itinerary to commemorate the 25 years of unbroken democracy in Nigeria. Tinubu’s motorcade arrived at the National Assembly at about 11:57am and he’s yet to enter the chamber. Shortly after the president’s arrival, the Speaker of the House, Abbas Tajudeen, alongside the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, entered the chamber. Mr Akpabio announced that the President would not address the chamber but only listen to the Old National Anthem. He urged the lawmakers to download the new anthem. However, the President, thereafter, made a brief speech to the lawmakers. This is coming amid confusion from the Presidency over conflicting statements of Tinubu addressing a joint session of the National Assembly. On Monday, the National Assembly had announced that it would hold a special joint session on Wednesday to mark the 25th anniversary of democracy in Nigeria.
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 Rapper and singer Russ, who was last seen with 6LACK on the extremely emotional and evocative single, ‘Workin’ on Me’, has quickly followed the audience’s welcoming reception with his latest, ‘Bestfriend’, featuring Melii. In a back to back approach of dropping singles, which is rather uncharacteristic of artists beyond a certain phase of their career (barring Kendrick and Drake in recent times!), the rapper is back to his 2016 self. In an Instagram post a day before the song’s release, Russ expressed the same sentiment about how it feels like he’s back to dropping new music weekly. The song is produced by hitmaker Boi-1da who Russ has collaborated with a few times now. Fans have been excited for this one, owing especially to the fact that Russ has been touring with Melii. It speaks volumes as to the connections Russ cherishes, and how he takes out time in the middle of touring to work with people who perform with him. This sort of connection in music is rather rare now, and one we personally cherish. So, without further ado, here is where you can stream the track that’s out now!
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 Atlanta rapper Quavo, last seen beefing with Chris Brown and defending the late Takeoff, is back with another single, ‘Clear the Smoke’. Produced by Hitkidd & Wheezy, the track is a powerful testament to what worked for the Migos in the first place and we are here for it. Without taking the time to rush through his raps, Quavo is rapping laid back in his trademark style of trap and triplet rap flows. The catchy call and response track takes a simple hook approach, with ad libs floating in a manner that makes the track perfect for live performances. The track was also leaked a day or two before the official release, but was quickly taken down. The unanticipated leak only boost the hype for the track, reeling in fans posting any snippet they could find on Youtube. Now, there is no need to go hunting for beat up audio files! The bass heavy beats and the simplistic format of Quavo songs makes it perfectly palatable for a wide range of audiences, and it perfectly compliments Quavo’s smooth flow with hard hitting drums and percussion. Now, we know you’re itching to hear the track so it’s best we cut this short, and let Quavo clear the smoke.
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 Central Cee’s ‘Doja’ put him on the map in the U.S. and since then, he’s been internationally known with fans worldwide paying attention to his moves. Today, he links up with Lil Baby for his new single ‘BAND4BAND’. This comes after the rapper dropped his ‘CC Freestyle’ which saw him send shots at Digga D and eventually link up with Chip in the rapper’s ‘C FREESTYLE’ response. Check out the new single below along with its music video. Do you think it’ll have legs?
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 YG has revealed that this summer will see the release of his new album Just Re’d Up 3. The first two instalments in the series were mixtapes released in 2011 and 2013, but more than a decade later, YG will return with a full album. In anticipation of it, he follows up last month’s ‘Knocka‘ with a new song called ‘Weird’ which comes with a music video. Check it out below.
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 Popular Rapper, Nicki Minaj has been arrested over all ages for possession of drugs. She was arrested at Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport in the Netherlands on her way to Manchester for her performance at Co-op Live. The Singer had shared a video of airport officials asking to search her luggage on her Instagram. She in the video denied that she was carrying any drugs but was told that she needed to go to the police station. She also alleged that some persons have been trying to sabotage her tour “They’ve been trying to stop me from coming to every show. They took my bags before I could see them. Put it on the plane. Now they’re waiting on customs. “This is what it looks like when ppl are paid big money to try to sabotage a tour after all else fails. Everything they’ve done is illegal.” She wrote.
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 Kylian Mbappe played his last match for Paris Saint-Germain on Saturday, winning the French Cup against Lyon. The Ligue 1 champions won 2-1, thanks to goals from Ousmane Dembele and Fabio Ruiz. Jake O’Biren pulled one back for Lyon in the second, before PSG keeper Gianluigi Donnarumma produced a superb save minutes later. PSG, who are the Ligue 1 and French Super Cup champions, have now secured a record-extending 15th Cup title and first since 2021. However, they were only able to reach the semi-finals of the Champions League, where Borussia Dortmund eliminated them. Mbappe leaves as a free agent and is widely expected to sign for Real Madrid.
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 GRAMMY Award-winning singer Muni Long has joined forces with global icon Mariah Carey on a remix of her viral hit ‘Made For Me’. The chart-topping smash, which has been one of the hottest songs of the year so far, recently earned a platinum certification from RIAA. The Jermaine Dupri-produced record is definitely a tailor-made landing for someone like Mariah. “When I got the call from JD to work on the ‘Made For Me’ remix, I said yes immediately. Muni is an amazing writer and performer, and this collaboration is a match made in heaven!” Mariah said about the collaboration. Muni will also the stage on the Season Finale of NBC’s The Voice tonight for a performance of ‘Made For Me’. Listen to the track below.
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 THE participants of the Facebook Meet Up 2024, have been urged to build a network, and add value to themselves as the theme for this year edition, tagged; "Network, Learn and Engage". A program powered by Epic Essence Events of the Department of Mass Communication Fountain university, Osogbo, held on Tuesday, 21st of May at the university Hall, in Osun state capital. The speakers at the event charged the students to keep networking, learning and engaging for a better positioning in life, as value matters, one of the panelists Mr Taoheed Alimi, PRO fountain University said. "Networking is to form relationships with those who'll help get you to where you want to go, and the earlier you start building up your network, the better. That's why it's important to start networking in school — before you're even ready to enter the workforce." "Endeavor to learn a basic skill that will help you to thrive in this world, And be consistent in whatever you do". Olajide Ajibola, while speaking with Journalists, said this meet up is channeled to prepare Students to be useful for the society. "This meet up is all about summary of what students are going to face after school, preparing them for life after campus and for them to be useful in the society." He encouraged other departments on campus to emulate this program. On his part, Dr Rasheed Adebiyi, narrated the Facebook Meet up as a program to equip the students on practical and to acquire a skill. "The program encouraged the students to go into practicals to equip them for the skills required and needed for them to be relevant in the society, and after school, as employeers are now after skills and not only the certificate' Other panelists who spoke at the event are; Abdulafeez Jide W, Founder the Palm Academy; John D. Afolabi, Digital Communication specialist; Engr Olabintan A., CEO WeGoHostU; and Olajide Ajibola, Director of marketing Mazota Nig.; Sikiru Obarayese of Nigerian Tribune and Yakubu Atanda of NaijInfo as Moderators. "They all encouraged the youths to make use of Facebook, and other social media to promote their personality and brand and be intentional about it". The program encouraged the students to go into practicals to equip them for the skills required and needed. This Online Newspaper further gathers that members of the Osun Online Publishers Association graced the event.
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