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Nigerian comedy can go global like Afrobeats, says Basketmouth
Basketmouth says he believes the Nigerian comedy industry can gain global recognition just like Afrobeats.
Afrobeats is regarded as one of the most widely celebrated music genres in the world.
Speaking at the unveiling of ‘LOL: Last One Laughing Naija’, Prime Video’s first unscripted African original comedy series, on Thursday, Basketmouth said Nigeria is blessed with talented comedians who should be enjoying global acclaim.
The 44-year-old comic actor added that he sees the series as a perfect way for Nigerian comedy to “break into the global market space”.
“I have always imagined Nigerian comedy in a way where it is globally recognised and when I was approached and given the privy of what the event was all about, I was like this is the perfect way to break into that space,” he said.
“Afrobeats broke into the global market. But comedy in Nigeria is yet to own its own spot. And Prime Video is in over 200 countries across the globe. I was like Bright, we have talented comedians that can break into this space and this is the perfect platform to do it.
“And it is actually what we deserve in our space. We do not have our spot just yet. And this is the best way to own it.
“You guys can see that any comedian that came on the show held it down. Many people across the world will start seeing how spontaneous they are and they will start getting interested.
“So this is actually the birth of the Nigerian comedy industry to the rest of the world. And I am so proud to be part of this.”
The comedy series will see 10 Nigerian comedians compete against one another.
They will be tasked to keep a straight face and also try to make their opponents laugh and lose.
The comedians include Okey Bakassi, Acapella, Mr Funny aka Sabinus, and KieKie.
Others are Buchi, Dat Warri Girl, Taaooma, Senator, IGoSave, and Gandoki.
The winner will receive a grand prize of N40 million and donate the money to their selected charity organisation.
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Yomi Fabiyi announces September 30 protest at Lagos assembly over Mohbad’s death
Yomi Fabiyi has announced a second protest demanding justice for late singer Mohbad, who died under mysterious circumstances on September 12, 2023.
The protest is scheduled for September 30 at the Lagos state assembly, coinciding with the coroner’s resumption to investigate Mohbad’s death.
In an Instagram post, Fabiyi called on the public to join him in peacefully protesting to pressure the police to access the CCTV footage from Mohbad’s house.
The actor said he believes the footage is crucial in unraveling the truth behind Mohbad’s death. He also urged Lagos lawmakers to set up a committee to retrieve the CCTV content.
The actor also said the protest is aimed to prompt the Lagos government to intervene and ensure that justice is served.
Fabiyi alleged that the people responsible for Mohbad’s death are attempting to cover up the case by spending millions of naira to create distractions and bury the evidence.
“It is imperative that we mount legitimate pressure and protest peacefully to the gate of the Lagos State House of Assembly on the 30th of September, 2024,” he wrote.
“Those behind this heinous crime, those who cut Mohbad’s life short are spending millions upon millions of naira to see that they cover up the case, create distractions, and bury the many blatant evidence.
“We are so sure the CCTV cameras inside and outside Mohbad’s house were working, and they store remotely someone and not via DVR. The builder of the houses of similar patterns and Royal Pine Estate, Off Orchid Road, Lekki security, and CDA have answers to where these facts are stored.
“Why the Police did not wish to retrieve it can be very frustrating. We the masses do not want to put laws into our hands by going to ask for it, hence we need the true representative of the people of Lagos State to wade in and set up a committee to summon, visit and bring the truth out.
“COME ONE, COME ALL, AND LET US SPEAK IN ONE VOICE on the 30th of September. This struggle needs you. Be orderly and civil when attending.”
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Fondly called Ogiedi by her loved ones, Mama Jeremi died on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at the age of 74, leaving behind a legacy that will forever echo in the many lives she touched. Her life was a testament to faith, love and generosity.
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Ayra Starr reveals why she prefer Ghanaian jollof rice
Ayra Starr, the award-winning songstress, has revealed why she prefers Ghanaian jollof rice over the Nigerian version.
There has been years-long rivalry on social media over which country serves the best jollof rice, with Nigerian and Ghanaian users often taking sides.
In a recent game of 21 questions on BET Amplified, the ‘Bad Vibes’ hitmaker said she enjoys Ghanaian jollof rice, citing the garnishing as the reason for her choice.
The 21-year-old music star also explained the differences between the two countries’ jollof rice traditions.
When asked which country’s jollof rice she enjoys more, Starr said: “Ghanaian jollof”.
“I mean they are both really amazing. I grew up with Nigerian jollof rice. Nigerian jollof is practically called party rice, so people eat it at parties. It is like a celebratory food,” she said.
“The culture around it is that they usually use a big pot to cook it outside, so it kind of burns and it is smoky. So it is smoky jollof rice, that is what it is called. Ghanaian jollof rice has like things inside but for Nigerian jollof, the protein, vegetables are outside if you are having anything else. So it is two different vibes.”
With numerous awards and accolades, Starr has become one of the continent’s fastest-rising artistes.
She was among the Nigerian music stars nominated for this year’s Grammy Awards. She was nominated in the maiden ‘Best African Music Performance’ category for her hit song ‘Rush’.
The music star, however, lost to Tyla, the South African singer.
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