Tag: TOUR

Wizkid announces embarking on North American tour with Davido

Afrobeats icon, Wizkid, has announced that he would be going on a North American tour soon with his colleague, Davido.

Wizkid officially announced his North American tour for his latest body of work, More Love Less in 2022.

TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports that the tour is expected to begin on March 3, 2023, in Houston, Texas.

The tour is expected to end in Los Angeles, California on April 7, 2022.

A shocking turn of events sees the “Bad to me” crooner go live with an announcement via his official Snapchat page.

According to him, him and Davido would be going on a joint tour following his MLLE tour.

The last time such a historic moment was experienced was in 2018 when Davido brought Wizkid out during his concert.

“After my MLLE tour!! Davido nd I going on tour! Save your coins! I no one hear pim!!”, he wrote.

TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) recalls that after the demise of his son, Ifeanyi Adeleke, Wizkid played his (Davido) song to further pay tribute.

In a viral video trending online, Wizkid during his sold-out concert held at the Madison Square Garden in the United States of America, DJ Tunez played some of Davido’s hit songs.

Wizkid could be heard singing, “Davido we love you, OBO we love you”… This one is for OBO.”

Reacting to the development, an online user appealed to Wizkid to continue to acknowledge Davido more from now on, while a cross-section of Nigerians on social media showered praises on BigWiz for his support and love towards Davido.

Ifeanyi, Davido’s first son with his then baby mama, Chioma Rowland, drowned in a swimming pool at the singer’s residence in Banana Island, Lagos State.

January 18, 2023
WAR: Paris grants stranded Ukrainian dancers long-term residency to keep them safe

Ukrainian dancers of the Kyiv City Ballet, who are stranded abroad after they went on tour in February, have been granted a long-term residency by Paris, to keep them safe.

TheNewsGuru.com reports that the dancers had no idea they would be stranded abroad for eight months due to war in Ukraine. They remain in limbo, determined to save their culture through dance.

In Chicago’s Auditorium Theatre, under the rumble of the “L” train, the ballet’s dancers have more on their minds than just choreography. Dancers Sasha Moroz and Maryna Apanasenko, both 19, say most of their family members are still in Ukraine.

“All my family are in Kyiv now. My mother, father, sister,” Moroz said.

“I’m lucky to hear the voice of my mother, to see them only by phone. But I hope everything will be okay. To keep them safe, Paris granted the dancers a long-term residency. They are now traveling on their first-ever U.S. tour.

“It is a difficult period for all Ukrainians, but when you understand the main aim, to represent your country, you become more strong. I feel stronger when I dance because I know the main reason, and the main aim of that: to show the world our light, our energy,” Apanasenko maintained.

The dance company left Ukraine on Feb. 23 to perform in Paris. Company director, Ivan Kozlov, said they were only supposed to be gone for three weeks. However, Russia invaded Ukraine the following day.

“We woke up and realized that our country is under attack,” Kozlov said.

When asked if the company feels any kind of guilt for not being in Ukraine, Kozlov responded: “It’s not guilt. We feel sorry that we cannot be in two places at the same time, you know? We are doing our best from the field of war, from the stages. You know, we represent our country. We’re trying to show how brave we are, how strong we are.”

Their U.S. tour features a new work created after the war started, called “Tribute to Peace.”

“It’s our place to fight, because our task is to save Ukrainian culture, to save Ukrainian dancers, to serve Ukrainian artists,” Apanasenko said. “Because culture is the country. Culture creates the country, I think. And Ukraine has a great history. And our task is to save it.”

October 16, 2022
Tiwa Savage frankly talks about dating man who matches her energy

Nigerian singer, songwriter and Afrobeats diva, Tiwa Savage, has explained why she chose to date a man who matches her energy and spoils her lavishly.

The Afrobeats diva has been in the news for a while especially since she commenced her “Water and Garri” tour on May 15 in the US.

Savage has continued to set social media agog with energetic performances, dress styles, charisma and connection with fans, the females particularly.

In several performances, the Afrobeats diva thrilled fans with talks about the kind of man she desires.

She said she needs someone who would match her energy with loads of money too but noted she was not all about the money because she is ‘boxed-up’ too and equal to the task.

In a new video clip that surfaced on the internet, off one of her many live performances from her “Water and Garri” tour, the number one African Bad Girl is seen reiterating her desire to love a man but one who matches her energy and spoils her lavishly.

According to Afrobeats diva, in these times when men serve their partners ‘breakfast’ (heartbreak) on the daily, it’s best to cry from a place of absolute comfort, owing to expensive things though she noted she was not encouraging ‘prostitution’.

“I want to love, yes….but I also want (uses her fingers to make the money sign). I am not encouraging runs. I am not saying you should just go after a man for money but I am saying, it is sweet when you also spend their own.

“Because I have my own money as you can see…period! So all I’m saying is, you need to match my energy. Because, he will still break your heart, anyway.

“So, it’s better for you to cry with your Christian Dior and your private jet to Dubai,” Savage said.

The Afrobeats diva, who was born in Isale Eko, relocated to London at the age of 11 for her secondary education.

Five years later, she began her music career doing backup vocals for artists such as George Michael and Mary J. Blige.

After participating in the UK edition of The X Factor and graduating from Berklee College of Music, Savage signed a publishing deal with Sony/ATV Music Publishing in 2009.

Inspired by the growth of the Nigerian music industry, Savage moved back to Nigeria and signed with Mavin Records in 2012. She made an appearance on the label’s 2012 compilation album Solar Plexus.

Her debut studio album Once Upon a Time was released on the 3rd of July 2013.

It was supported by seven singles: “Kele Kele Love”, “Love Me (3x)”, “Without My Heart”, “Ife Wa Gbona”, “Folarin”, “Olorun Mi” and “Eminado”. The album was nominated for Best Album of the Year at the 2014 Nigeria Entertainment Awards and for Best R&B/Pop Album at The Headies 2014.

The Afrobeats diva’s second studio album R.E.D was released on 19 December 2015. It yielded two singles: “My Darlin” and “Standing Ovation”.

In June 2016, Savage signed a management and publishing deal with Roc Nation.

TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports that in September 2017, she released her debut EP Sugarcane. R.E.D and Sugarcane have both been nominated for Best Album at the Nigeria Entertainment Awards.

In 2014, the Afrobeats diva was the first female Nigerian artist to be nominated for BET awards.

In this same year (2014), she also won the best female category in the Channel O music awards show.

Savage was also nominated in 2018 for the same award. In 2014, she was also nominated for the MTV European Music award which was later nominated for and won in 2018.

In November 2018, Savage won Best African Act at the 2018 MTV Europe Music Awards, becoming the first woman to win the category.

In May 2019, she announced her record deal with Universal Music Group and exit from Mavin Records.

The Afrobeats diva sings in English and Yoruba; her music is a blend of Afrobeats, R&B, pop and hip-hop.

Savage’s contributions to the Nigerian music industry have earned her several achievements.

She has been involved in youth empowerment and breast cancer screening projects and has raised funds to build schools in Nigeria.

June 19, 2022
Controversial Naira Marley secures U.S. visa amid restrictions

Amid new visa restrictions slammed on Nigeria by the United States (U.S.) recently, controversial Nigerian musician, Azeez Fashola, popularly known as Naira Marley has secured P2 visa to enter the U.S. for a music tour.

TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports the P2 visa issued Naira Marley by the U.S. is for artists and entertainers who wish to participate in government permitted programs in the country.

It is a temporary work visa for non immigrants to perform in the U.S. through the government reciprocal program between an organization in their own country and the U.S.

Recall U.S. President Donald Trump recently signed a presidential proclamation that imposed an immigrant visa ban on Nigeria and five other countries in an expanded version of his travel ban list, sparking outrage from many of the countries, including Nigeria.

The development meant that citizens from Nigeria, Eritrea, Sudan, Tanzania, Kyrgyzstan and Myanmar are now blocked from obtaining an immigrant visa.

U.S. officials have said the six countries failed to meet U.S. security and information-sharing standards, necessitating the new restrictions.

However, the option of P2 visa is available for artists and entertainers to exploit.

The artist or entertainer, who must possess skills that are equal to those of artists of U.S. performing outside the U.S., must enter U.S. through the government recognized reciprocal exchange program.

A US organization or employer must file Form I-129, Petition for a Non-Immigrant Worker, and the individual artist, entertainer or group should be invited through reciprocal program. The applicants must meet the health and character requirements as well.

Also, a P2 visa holder can participate in any exchange program in the U.S. The visa is granted for the duration of the program but can also be extended. A P2 visa holder can apply for green card and remain in the U.S. permanently. The spouse and dependent children can apply for P4 visa and stay in U.S. with the P1 visa holder. The spouse and children are entitled to study in the U.S. but not employment.

Naira Marley, who at various times has been arrested by Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for sundry financial related crimes, has secured this visa option as he is billed for a performance tour in the U.S. in March. All the crisis seems to be far behind him now.

The controversial musician, who his American fans refer to as ‘Africa’s snoop Dogg’, will perform in Dallas and other cities, with his show titled ‘Marlays Yankee’.

TNG learnt Naira Marley is scheduled to arrive in the U.S. on or before March 4. He will be performing to a crowded fan base in Swayz Ballroom in Dallas on March 6.

After a successful performance in Dallas, Naira Marley will proceed to Chicago, Maryland, Washington DC and North Carolina.

February 23, 2020
Singer Tenientertainer to embark on global tour

Rave of the moment, Teniola Apata, a.k.a ‘Teni the entertainer’ has disclosed her plan to embark on a global tour to take her music career to the next level.

The singer made this known in her instagram handle @tenientertainer on Thursday.

Singer Teni shared on her social media pages that she would be embarking on her first official tour of Europe, Canada and Nigeria.

”I’M going on tour baby!!!! TeniLive – This tour is coming to a city near you.”

According to her, she is expected to showcase her talent, whereby performing in those countries.

The countries include London, Cyprus, Romania, Turkey, Bulgaria, Poland, Belgium, Canada and Nigeria.

The songwriter who could not hide her excitement, decided on this adventure in line with her vision of taking her music career to the four corners of the world.

The singer first single that brought her to limelight was ‘ Faryin’, then She instantly followed up this success with the release of her hit singles including ‘Askamaya’, ‘Case’ and ‘Uyo Meyo’.

She won the award of the Rookie of the Year at the Headies in 2018.

Teni, is one of the biggest winners at the Soundcity Music Video Awards where she bagged the ‘Best New Artist’ award.

During the tour, the Dr Dolor Entertainment star would be performing in nine countries and 20 cities spread across 3 continents.

‘TENI LIVE’ would kick-off in Feb. 15 in the United Kingdom in cities like Birmingham, Manchester and London.

She would then proceed to the rest of Europe in March to entertain fans in Cyprus, Romania, Turkey, Poland, Bulgaria and Belgium.

The `Case’ star returns home on April 18th for her Lagos show before ending the tour in Canada starting with Windsor on April 26 and then Ottawa, Toronto, Montreal, Calgary and Winnipeg.

February 8, 2019
Obaseki accompanies Buhari on investment tour in China

The Edo State Governor is scheduled to accompany President Muhammadu Buhari on an investment tour in China following the federal government’s listing of several Edo State government’s projects which are backed by Chinese investors, on its itinerary.

The Chinese investors-backed big ticked projects in Edo State include the Benin River Port in Gelegele, the Benin Industrial Park and a modular refinery in Benin City, for which the Edo State Executive Council has approved a N700 million, as initial investment.

Sources familiar with the progress of the Edo-China investment collaboration, said “all these projects which Chinese investors have committed to, will receive final nod during the visit of president Buhari.”

Governor Obaseki was at the Chinese Embassy during the week for more consultations with officials of the People’s Republic of China, preparatory to the Buhari-led investment tour of the Asian country.

To further demonstrate the state government’s readiness to kick-start work on the modular refinery in Benin City, Obaseki on Friday at the weekly EXCO meeting, approved the release of N700 million as redeemable preference shares (investment) in the Edo Refinery and Petrochemical Company Limited.

According to Obaseki, “the company will be involved in the production of petroleum and petrochemical products and other related businesses.

“The venture will enhance the local refining capacity, thereby increasing the volume of nahtha, kerosene, diesel and residual fuel oil products available in Edo State.”

He added that the venture “will create legitimate employment opportunities thereby reducing poverty and providing job opportunities for teeming youth in the communities and facilitate the establishment of a fabrication yard as proposed by the promoters, thereby creating basis for expertise, professionalism and further training in oil and gas industry.”

The take-off of the Edo Refinery and Petrochemical Company follows series of groundwork by the Obaseki administration that led to the setting up of Edo Investment Scheme Limited, a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) to hold N2 billion investment funds in which the Ministry of Finance Incorporation (MOFI) and the Edo State Oil and Gas Producing Areas Development Commission (EDSOGPADEC) which are to hold shares of 20 per cent and 80 per cent respectively, would facilitate the state’s investment in various initiatives across the oil and gas services, petroleum exploration, drilling and filling station, sales and supply of gas, oil agro allied products, petroleum and petrochemical products and other related businesses.

In the transaction design, the investment funds will be repaid in three years after the execution of the projects, besides the interest that will accrue to the state within the interim. The project will, in essence fund itself.

August 26, 2018
I am grateful to be able to tour the world- Yemi Alade

Nigerian songstress, Yemi Alade is excited over her forthcoming music tour holding in Canada and the US. The singer’s tour will take place from July 28 to August 18 at venues across the US and Canada.

The talented singer will be touring with the Over Sabi Band which she describes as “a dream come true”.

In her words: “I am so grateful to be able to tour the world and meet people of different races everyday,” Alade said.

“I am thankful to you for showing up at every venue. It means the world to me.”

The tour dates and locations are listed as July 28 – Sacramento, August 2 – New York, August 3 – Vancouver, August 4 – Calgary, August 5 – Philadelphia, August 10 – Washington DC, August 11 – Minneapolis, August 17 – Toronto, and August 18 – Montreal.

Recall that the ‘Johnny’ crooner was recently listed among the 27 Nigerians in Forbes Africa’s 30 under 30 list. Superstar singers Wizkid and Davido were also included on the list.

Recently, Alade sparked a debate amongst music lovers when she said she is on the same level with Davido and Wizkid.

Hear her: “What I have done with this kind of career that puts you in the limelight and keeps you vulnerable to everybody’s opinion, is I just have to make sure my opinion is paramount, it is number one…

“I respect everybody, we all inspire each other in this industry… there is actually no number one because your top five artistes in Nigeria that are the biggest in Africa can shut down the exact same capacity, the same capacity Wizkid holds down in Africa, I hold it down, the same capacity Davido holds down in Africa, I hold it down, the same venues, we all shut it down. So there is no number one, and that is the truth but not everybody will agree to that, people will say Yemi shut up but that is the truth.. why don’t we go ask the promoters, the people who know the numbers?”,she said.

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July 25, 2018
Burna Boy to kick off ‘Life on the outside’ tour

Nigerian dancehall singer, Burna Boy is set to kick off his international tour starting with the Life on the Outside tour in the US followed by his UK tour tagged Outside.

The highly anticipated tour will commence on the 30th of May, 2018 at the Howard Theatre in Washington DC and round off in Cabash, San Diego on the 17th of June, 2018.

The Afro-fusion artiste will be touching other major cities in the US including New York, Chicago, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, Seattle and Portland.

On 31 May 2012, Burna Boy released a single titled “Like To Party” which saw his rise to prominence. On 5 September 2012, the video for “Like to Party” was released. The music video, which was shot by Squareball Media services, ran for 4 minutes and 9 seconds.

He will be performing fan favourite songs off his Outside album like PH City vibrations, Sekkle Down, Heaven’s Gate and Ye. The album which was released in January 2018, got to the number 3 position on the Billboard Reggae album chart.

The second leg of the tour will hold at the prominent O2 Academy, London on the 7th of October, 2018.

May 23, 2018
Awesome African foodie destinations
African cuisine is as diverse and fascinating as the continent’s history, cultures, and traditions. With a combination of tastes and flavours, the continent is an absolute foodie haven. If you set foot in any of the following foodie destinations, don’t leave without treating yourself to these delicious foods. Jumia Food, Nigeria’s No 1 food ordering platform shares some of these destinations.
- Nigeria
Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa. So, it should not come as a surprise that it has a very rich food culture. The country boasts of a delicious array of traditional foods – a combination of meat, maize, vegetables, and spices. You’d be doing yourself a disservice not to try dishes such as jollof rice, eba and egusi soup.
- Ghana
If you want to experience the best tastes of Ghana, you should try the street food. Chichinga, probably the most popular street food in Ghana, is made from beef, chicken or sausage with a peanut-spice rub or ground spices. The chichinga is a true embodiment of Ghanaian taste. However, if you fancy something more solid and filling, then banku is your best bet.
- Ethiopia
Africa’s oldest independent country offers the best of both worlds: an ancient cultural heritage and a unique, delicious cuisine consisting of vegetables, spicy meat, and varieties of bread. The best known Ethiopian food is probably injera, normally eaten with meat, lentils, beans, and vegetable sauces.
- Angola
Angolan cuisine has a great resemblance to that of Portugal because the former was colonised by the latter. Notwithstanding, you will discover a delectable assortment of dishes that are uniquely African. The most common ingredients in Angolan cuisine include cassava, peanut, maize, and chilli. Chicken and seafood.
- Kenya
Kenya offers a variety of yummy dishes and one of them is nyama choma (roasted meat). Nyama choma is always good companions with a relish of thinly sliced raw tomatoes and onion, and goes down well with a cold local Tusker beer.
- Zambia
Zambia’s cuisine mainly features carbohydrates, and the country’s staple food is maize, mainly served in the form of nshima, a meal made from ground maize and has the appearance of thickened porridge. Never leave this South African country without having a taste of nshima.
February 16, 2018
Again! Wizkid suspends tour, to recuperate

Nigerian pop star, Wizkid is taking a break from touring over health challenges. The Afro pop star took to his Twitter page to apologize to fans stressing that he needs to get my health up” and that he will devote time to his children and family while he “recovers”.

According to him:”Sad I’m typing this but I’ll be moving dates on my tour to get my health up. I appeal to my real fans to understand nd pray with me,” he wrote.

“I’ll be spending time with my son’s nd family while I recover.”

The Ojuelegba born singer said the rescheduled dates for cancelled shows will be announced to his fans and that his next performance will be in London on September 29.

“My next appearance will be in London 29th sept. Apologies to everyone affected by this. New dates for cancelled shows soon,” he wrote.

He also apologized for his absence at the Made In America festival on Sunday. Tiwa Savage performed at the festival which was headlined by Jay-Z, J. Cole and The Chainsmokers.

“Apologies to my fans in philly! Missed made in america yesterday but will make it up in a major way,” the singer tweeted.

Recall that in December 2016, the singer cancelled his homecoming concert scheduled to hold in Lagos due to health reasons.

September 4, 2017