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  • Simi, Adekunle Gold celebrate wedding anniversary

    Simi, Adekunle Gold celebrate wedding anniversary

    Nigerian showbiz couple, Simi and Adekunle Gold have taken to social media to celebrate their one year wedding anniversary.

    An excited Simi said in a post on Instagram on Monday that nothing was perfect but that she loves the way he deliberately works at being a better husband.

    “I love how you’re mindful of me. Nothing’s perfect. Not even with your Ikotun background – but I love how you deliberately want to be better,” she said.

    In the same vein, ‘Orente’ crooner Adekunle Gold also expressed his love for his wife.

    “1 year in and I can’t even begin to say how blessed I am that it’s you I am doing this love something with. You amuse me, you make me laugh, hard, you are so beautiful, I am lucky I get to love you forever. Here’s to more beautiful memories together, doing great exploits and living our lives on our terms. Love you forever babe,” he said.

    TheNewsGuru recalls that Simi and Adekunle Gold had an intimate wedding in January. The white wedding was held at the popular Ilashe beach in Lagos as a private ceremony devoid of the usual glamour expected of a celebrity wedding.

     

  • Simi took permission for using my song- Ebenezer Obey

    Simi took permission for using my song- Ebenezer Obey

    Veteran singer, Ebenezer Obey has stated that sonorous singer, Simi took permission from him before using his evergreen song ‘Aimasiko’.

    In his words: “I know the right thing to do but I have been so lenient. Some of them don’t take permission but some do. Simi took permission (before using my song) and she showed appreciation.

    “However, I believe I have to sow. I just tell the artistes that if the song turns out to be successful, they should come back to me. I believe that no musician on earth can claim to be great without singing other people’s songs. I recorded the song, ‘Eni ri nkan he’ (which was originally done by a musician called Ambassador) without telling the owner of the song. That was because I didn’t have sufficient knowledge then. My version of the song then turned out to be more popular than the original one. So, I always remember what Ambassador did for me. I know I can take the legal route but I decided not to do that, he told Punch.

    TheNewsGuru recalls that veteran singer, Victor Uwaifo sued Simi for using the word ‘Joromi’ in her song and as the title of one of her tracks.

    ‘Joromi’ was the same song title Uwaifo gave to his 1979 global hit.

     

  • Simi tackles Festus Keyamo over Social Media Bill

    Simi tackles Festus Keyamo over Social Media Bill

    Nigerian singer Simisola “Simi” Ogunleye has tackled the Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Festus Keyamo following his support for the hate speech bill, saying there are more pressing issues in the country.

    The Minister who had earlier said those who are against the social media bill to unblock those that irritate them on social media, adding that the people should not be intolerant on social media and ask others not to.

    According to him, “Those so-called overnight Social Media ‘activists’ who oppose the Social Media Bill should first stop blocking those who irritate them with insults, unblock all those they have blocked and apologise to them. You can’t be intolerant and ask others to be. Practice what you preach.”

    In her reaction, Simi said that democracy does not permit a law that makes people sensitive when they talk about the people they voted for.

    The singer further said that there are more pressing issues in the country.

    Simi tweeted “In a democracy sir, it should not be the law for people to be ‘sensitive’ when they talk about the people they voted for.

    “How many false posts about the government actually circulate that warrants a bill like this? We have way more pressing issues in Nigeria and even you know it!”

  • Some fans wished I had gotten married to Falz -Simi

    Some fans wished I had gotten married to Falz -Simi

    Simisola Ogunleye, Nigerian sensational singer and songwriter, has said some fans wished she had gotten married to Falz.
    The singer who recently exited X3M Music made this known in a chat with Ndani TV.
    According to her: “Some people still tell me: ‘I still wish it was Falz you got married to’ .At the beginning Kunle and Falz weren’t friends at all. I don’t have a lot of friends in the industry. I and Falz just got along from the beginning. Nigerians said I and Falz were dating, we never said once that we were dating, at the end of the day, its about selling the music”, she said.
    Going down to the memory lane, the ‘Jamb Question’ crooner said it was hard when she started music.
    “It was hard when I started music. I used to wish that my songs would be popular but no one would know me. I didn’t want people to know me; I just wanted people to know my song. I didn’t want the fame; I was just really passionate about music. That was my driving force. I just wanted people to hear my song. I decided that whatever happens I was going to be true to myself”.
    On how she handles criticism, Simi said:”I don’t give anybody access to my emotions, It is not just anyone that can make me feel bad. If you make me feel bad, it means I have to care about you on a certain level. The best advice I have gotten has been criticism. I actually like it when people criticize me. I don’t like ‘yes ‘men. If your criticism is coming from a bad place, I know. You can tell”.
     

  • Women, girls not safe in Nigeria- Simi

    Women, girls not safe in Nigeria- Simi

    Popular songstress, Simi has stated that women and girls are no longer safe in Nigeria. The award winning singer revealed that the country does not treat women well when it comes to cases of rape and assault
    An angry Simi on Wednesday highlighted the danger Nigerian women face via her Instagram page.
    She wrote: “Women, even little girls are not safe in this country. First, there is oppression, abuse.
    “When something does happen to you, nobody fights for you. The family says ‘Protect our name’, the church says ‘touch not my anointed’.
    “The government just does not give. So men, please when people are fighting for women, say they are feminists and want equal rights for women, I hope you remember how unprotected they are and fight with them.
    “Women, when you see another woman fighting for you and your rights if you don’t like the approach because you think everything is all about submission.
    “Your life is constantly at stake if it hasn’t touched you yet, count your blessings. Open your eyes, the world does not favour you. Fight back.
    “As for these animals, you can only slap and rape for so long. One by one, judgement will find you and drag you down. I know men go through sexual assault too!
    “I acknowledge it but women and children are more vulnerable. Let’s fight for and protect the most vulnerable in the society,” Simi said.
    Simi’s statement is coming in the wake of the rape allegation leveled on Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo by Busola Dakolo and a viral surveillance footage that showed Senator Elisha Abbo physically assaulting a woman in an Abuja shop with the assistance of a policeman.
     

  • My late dad bought me my first bra- Simi

    My late dad bought me my first bra- Simi

    Simi Ogunleye, Nigerian songstress better know as Simi has revealed that her late dad bought her she first bra she would ever wear.

    The ‘Ayo’ singer made this revelation while responding to questions from fans on her Twitter page.

    Simi used the medium to relive remarkable moments she had when she was younger.

    “He would take my brothers and me to Payless every weekend so we would rent movies. One for each person. Also Barbeach like every weekend. Nobody could chat shit to me, cos ‘Omo Dele’ – but I chat shit to everybody. He bought me my first bra,” Simi said.

    “He liked to cook for us when we went to see him on weekends after my parents were separated. I don’t even remember if the food tasted nice, but I loved it. He made me dip my bread in tea. I hate that shit. I could walk all over him…and I did. Charlie Champagne”

     

    In January 2014, Simi released an EP titled Restless that eventually earned her a record deal with X3M Music.The EP contains a 5-track cover of popular songs by international acts like Rihanna’s “Man Down” and Adele’s “Set Fire to the Rain”.

    On January 9, 2014, Simi released two singles titled “Tiff” and “E No Go Funny”, both of them receiving massive airplay and had generally positive reviews from critics. The video for “Tiff” was released on August 30, 2015 and directed by Josh Clarke. The song was nominated for Best Alternative Song” at the 2015 edition of The Headies.

     

  • Wave of depression in recent times is scary- Simi

    Wave of depression in recent times is scary- Simi

    Depression is a mood disorder characterized by persistently low mood and a feeling of sadness and loss of interest. It is a persistent problem, not a passing one, lasting on average 6 to 8 months.

    ‘Jamb Question’ singer, Simi has expressed her thoughts on the wave of depression saying it is ‘scary and sad’.

    Simi was responding to a question concerning her opinion regarding the rate of depression cases in the country.

    The award winning entertainer noted that depression thrives on a strong desire to get people’s validation. Simi stated further that that the fear of failure is also responsible for depression.

    “It’s scary and sad. Especially for young men. The struggle to keep up. The fear of failure. The desperate desire for validation. Very scary. I hope that we can let people know it’s ok to share and lean on someone when things get too heavy,” Simi wrote.

     

     

     

    TheNewsGuru recalls that back in March, Segun, a candidate of the 2019 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), attempted to commit suicide via a live stream on social media.

    Cases of celebrities battling with depression are not unlikely in Nigeria as it is in other parts of the world. In fact, in recent times, many cases have been recorded in the Nigerian entertainment industry, with music artistes mostly the victims. In the likely scenario, it is not uncommon to see such depressive mood, often expressed via suicide notes to associates or posts on social media.

     

  • Singer Simi drops ‘Omo Charlie Champagne,’ dedicated to dad

    Singer Simi drops ‘Omo Charlie Champagne,’ dedicated to dad

    Alternative Superstar, Simi, has released her much anticipated album ‘Omo Charlie Champagne’ with a heartfelt dedication to her late father.

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that ‘Amasiko’ singer took to her Instagram page on Friday, @simplysimi to announce the 13-track album produced by Vtek, Oscar, Legendury Beat and Season with all the songs written by her.

    She wrote, “When I was compiling this album, I knew I wanted to dedicate it to my daddy, Engr. Charles Oladele Ogunleye – who passed in 2014. I’m blessed to have come this far.

    “I’m blessed that it was possible for me. I do not take this for granted. I couldn’t possibly be more thankful for this journey.


    Nigerian singer, Simi (Source: IG)

    “To have amazing people like you supporting me everyday is absolute Magic! I love you.

    “#OmoCharlieChampgne is OUT NOW!!!! Yessss! I’m thankful to all the amazing people that made this possible –

    “If it’s 12am in your area, go on all the platforms and listen to #OmoCharlieChampagne Vol. 1,” simi said.

    The album release also marked the singer’s birthday, her first since she got married to fellow singer, Adekunle Gold who sent out birthday wishes through his Instagram page @Adekunlegold.

    He wrote, “First birthday as Mrs Kosoko. Older by a year but sexier than ever. Happy birthday Omo Charlie Champagne. Love you forever.”

    Following the album’s release, fans took to Twitter to praise Simi’s prowess, causing the album to become the second most trending topic on Nigerian Twitter at the time of this report.

    @Abbyfamous wrote, “So, I waited for this. Simi is never a disappointment! She’s just as ever amazing and beautiful in everything, her lyrics, voice and heart. She’s such beauty.

    “I have listened to this album on Boom, and it continues all day. I Stan your Queenship! Happy Birthday Sweet!”

    @_detola tweeted, “I am staying up all night to learn every damn words from #OmoCharlieChampagne it’s worth every penny guys!

    “It made me cry,laugh,think,chill. Simi is not only intelligent and talented , she’s GOLD.”

    @Drews_daughter said, “This album is food for the soul. The Simi army has been fed. Thank you queen @SympLySimi Many more years.”

    @Beulahonoh tweeted, “My fav track in @SympLySimi ‘s omo Charlie champagne album I guess is ‘Mind your Bizness’ ? ft Falz, has been on my repeat.

    “It has an important message for all them Amebo. Happy birthday Simi! May God bless you. Keep making awesome Music.”

    ‘Omo Charlie Champagne’ swiftly follows her acclaimed 2017 eponymous album ‘Simisola’ which went on to win ‘Album of the Year’ at the Headies and contained a bunch of fantastic singles, including ‘Joromi’ and ‘Lovin.” (

  • Again, Simi attacks ‘Yahoo boys’

    Again, Simi attacks ‘Yahoo boys’

    Sonorous singer, Simi has taken a shot at internet fraudsters who soil the image of Nigeria.

    The Jamb Question crooner had previously urged young Nigerians who engage in internet fraud not to buy her songs or watch her videos on YouTube.

    Simi in a new video posted on her Instastories, spoke extensively on the negative impact activities of ‘Yahoo boys’ has had on genuine Nigerians seeking international openings.

    In her words: ”Guys they are laughing at us. Every other week, in some countries they are arresting Nigerians for fraud. It is breaking my heart the way people are fighting for and advocating for internet crime, come on guys they are laughing at us.

    They are laughing at us. I am repeating it because I have seen it. Do you know how many Nigerians going into businesses or just even to get the smallest opportunity for themselves and they could not get it because they are Nigerians. That is the only excuse that they get”

     

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  • Stop buying my songs, Simi slams Yahoo boys[VIDEO]

    Stop buying my songs, Simi slams Yahoo boys[VIDEO]

    Nigerian songstress, Simi has insisted that she doesn’t want individuals who engage in cyber crime a.k.a Yahoo yahoo to buy her songs or support her music career.

    The Jamb Question crooner made this known during her Instagram live session with her fans.

    A certain fan had revealed that Yahoo boys were the ones buying her songs on digital platforms and watching her videos on YouTube.

    In her response, Simi said that if buying her music was a way of rationalizing crime, they should not purchase her songs anymore.

    According to her: “If that is what you want to use and hold me down, don’t buy my CDS and don’t watch my videos. If it is wrong, It is wrong. Stop glorifying it”, she said.

    Simi is set to release her third studio album ‘Omo Charlie Champagne’ on April 19.

    TheNewsGuru recalls that Nigerian rapper, Falz had condemned musicians who glorify cyber crime via their music.

    He said:” As an entertainer, sing about something that can help our life, paint a picture, tell a story, don’t glorify fraudulent behaviour; it’s not good.

    “You are a role model to the younger ones and you are hailing fraudsters, you are making the younger ones feel it is good to do it. Stop it! It is destroying our future,” he said.

     

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