On The Spot With Stella | Episode 4
Renowned singer and serial entrepreneur, Mr Eazi reflects on becoming a target of cancel culture following his claim that Ghana had an impact on Nigerian music. On January 11, 2017, Mr Eazi tweeted about the significant influence of Ghanaian music on contemporary Nigerian music, sparking backlash. Numerous fans, colleagues, and music enthusiasts threatened to cancel him in response.
Addressing the criticism in a recent episode of the Afrobeats Intelligence Podcast with host Joey Akan, Mr Eazi expressed that he doesn’t regret his statement despite the threats. However, he expressed disappointment that some individuals he considered friends in the industry joined others in cancelling him instead of addressing the matter privately. The ‘Leg Over’ artist also criticized those who continue to harbour resentment towards him, asserting that his statement was not profound and suggesting that their animosity stems from unrelated reasons. In his words; “When the whole issue with me being cancelled, even till tomorrow, I see people come on my [social media] profile and still throw hate. They said, ‘Oh, yeah, you said that.’ I’m like, ‘Fam, really? This energy take it to your local politician wey dey run you street.’ You feel me? I didn’t kill anybody. I said what I said. “And I said it many years ago. If that is the reason you hate, then you hate me for something else. It’s deeper than that. And realising that just make me feel free. That’s the lens to which I look at e everything. Because I was seeing guys I was saying ‘Hello’ to, coming out to say, ‘F*ck Mr Eazi.’ “And I was like, ‘Bro, you could have called me and say Eazi, I just saw this interview, you shouldn’t have said that. This is what I advise you to do.’ But it just became a thing of let’s all band together. And that’s why in my song ‘We Dey’, I said, ‘Twitter fingers steady showing fake love.’ Because it’s crowd mentality. It’s trendy to hate you, and now it’s like for clicks. “There are people making art and nobody is caring about their life whether they jump or sit. It’s like they are invisible. Love and hate is acknowledgement of your existence, I’m even blessed to be able to invoke something.”
Notable songstress, Efya dismisses comparisons between the Ghanaian and Nigerian music industries, asserting that Lagos is “bigger” than Ghana. Efya emphasized that Nigeria’s larger population gives its music industry an edge over the Ghanaian market. She made this known in a recent interview with City 105.1 FM, Lagos.
She argued against drawing direct comparisons between the two West African countries, suggesting instead that they should focus on collaboration. In her words; “Nigerian and Ghanaian music markets are not the same. Nigerians are way more than we are in terms of numbers. Numbers really matter now. The number of people that will stream Nigerian music in Nigeria is different from the number of people that will stream Ghanaian music in Ghana. The numbers are not the same. “In the capacity of numbers, Lagos is bigger than Ghana. It is like the music hub itself. Nigerians are way bigger than we are. So, usually when I see people comparing, I’m like, ‘Do you guys know?’ “There shouldn’t be any comparisons. What I believe that we should is that we should be more collaborative. Find our vibes and put them together to advance what Afrobeats is going to be in the future; for us to be the gatekeepers of our own sound. And I think that’s the power move.”
The well-known Nigerian musician Davido has recently revealed one of his methods for producing classic music. The Grammy-nominated musician talked about how changing his lifestyle has led to him creating legendary music on his official X (Twitter) page. Davido loves fashion and is usually willing to shell out a lot of money for clothes. That seems to be less important than his music, though. The Unavailable crooner said that he typically goes up to the studio looking like a homeless guy anytime he wants to create iconic songs. In addition, he exuded confidence in his hack. 
Davido, Nigerian artist. Source: Instagram He tweeted: “Once I dress like a homeless man to the studio just know I’m leaving with a CLASSIC.” See the tweet below: Once I dress like homeless man to studio just know I’m leaving with a CLASSIC …. ☄️☄️🔥🔥🔥😇 — Davido (@davido) November 30, 2023 Naturally, some people saw Davido’s tweet and flocked to his comment section to share their reactions. While some begged him for more classics, others made amusing remarks. Below, you can read what some fans had to say: @Tolu: “Adey fear you o”/ @ShadrachAmooncrabe: “Just like How you entered into Shatta Wale’s Studio and You Guyz Cooked A Banger “Whine Ya Waist” 🔥🔥
Can’t Wait for another @davido X @shattawalegh Banger, You Guyz for make it happen!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🇬🇭🇬🇭🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬”. @Dapsy: “Fixed: now cook a classic for us🙌”. @TalentedFBG: “Keep going homeless eje ❤️”. @Dapenganof lagos: “Naso you tell us say you make classic with Tems rhat time. Boss you too dey lie joor”. @Davidoffct: “Drop studio address, I want to witness greatness at it’s peak🥹🥹”.
Controversial actor, Uche Maduagwu has queried singer, MC Galaxy’s source of income after he allegedly spent $60k in releasing a music video. With a direct jab at MC Galaxy, the actor asked where the musician got the $60,000 to make a music video.
Uche Maduagwu He stated that the singer is not only into music and he needs to open up on what he actually does to make money. Uche noted that he heard MC Galaxy flew all the characters for the music video to Akwa Ibom and recalled when he sent N1 million to Mr Ibu for his health. He also stated that according to rumors, he pays N500k to people on his page.
MC Galaxy He promised to conduct his investigation because EFCC is supposed to have arrested him a long time ago. Uche appreciated the presence of BBNaija star, CeeC in the music video but the reality star is very expensive, which raises more suspicion. Captioning his video, he wrote: “Our biggest pr*blem in Naija is that we don’t ask question again, we just celebrate anyone who spray millions. I heard MC Galaxy spent over 60 Thousand Dollars on his music video, but this the same Guy that criticize Government for wasting money, my question is, when Last this Guy perform for any show? Yet, spends 60 Thousand Dollars on just one music video, yet, he keeps telling everyone Na only music Dey give am money, seriously?” WATCH VIDEO:
Mr Joseph Aloba, the father of the late ex-Marlian signee, Mohbad officially drops a music tribute, recounting the beautiful memories he shared with his late son. It would be recalled that Mohbad passed on under mysterious circumstances some months ago and has since been the most controversial report this year.
Following a number of music tributes done for the late singer, his father joined the movement, releasing his first tribute for his late son. Some parts of the song’s lyrics say, “Music is the only thing I have to cherish your memories.” The tribute of Mohbad’s father has, however, generated tons of reactions as many accused Mr Joseph of hustling his music career with the demise of his son.
Reactions trailing music tribute released by Mohbad’s father favorbounty said: “If Bella can sing a tribute for him , why can’t his dad do same?” marcdees_realty_ said: “People deal with pain differently 😢this man is in pains. If you haven’t lost a loved one you won’t understand.” boluqueen penned: “So u one use ur son death cash out…this man needs to b dealt with😢.” hairbychybrand penned: “This man’s style of mourning needs to be studied because you can not blow from your son’s death 😮😮😮😮.” peaceyinny opined: “Now I understand why mohbad kept his life private.. Mehn he knows the family he came from..” ashani_atelier wrote: “It’s okay to express his feelings thru a song to his beautiful son Mohbad(Rip champ) what I don’t understand his is words that “ the only thing that he will be remembering about him his Opp Opor pa” like seriously baba Mohbad. If this DNA turns out that Liam his Mohbad own, that boy might grow up hating you ooo. Those advising you are not trying at all.” Watch the video below …
Nigerian singer Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, professionally known as Wizkid, sparked discussions as he talked about potentially branching into acting movies or fashion if music hadn’t been his path. In an exclusive chat with BBC correspondents, Wizkid revealed his lack of initial interest in Hollywood but expressed enthusiasm for the Nollywood movie industry.
Nigerian singer, Wizkid. He also discussed his passion for design and various other interests, admitting he hadn’t yet seriously considered them. The interviewer had asked, “If you weren’t an artist, what would you be doing? You’re quite a fashion guy.” In response, Wizkid said, “Probably designing clothes, sneakers, just creating cool stuff.” Expanding on this, he mentioned, “I’ve never really envisioned myself doing anything other than music. It’s hard to imagine me pursuing anything else, but what I would love to explore someday is definitely fashion and movies.” His statement garnered attention from fans who promptly flooded the comments section to react. See some reactions below: @Mayo6Tee: “This guy promotes everything home.. from food , culture and acting and music.” @Biggbramo: “Wiz is cooking with Afolayan already. Just hold your sit and relax.” @gladys_onyetem: “I don’t care abt Hollywood, I’m talking abt Nollywood.. Always repping home, his level of patriotism is top notch. The same tin he said abt rap and afrobeats, that those cl0wns calling themselves rappers wanted to d!e. Now a touch of Big Wiz in Nollywood, will be record breakin.” @RasheedSodiqCR7: “Bro tunji wey talk say him no like to dey watch nollywood movie e Pele ooo shebi you big pass Wizz abi.” @Oladimeji0105: “This man and him feelings ehn , e suppose share him dealer number give us ooo cause no be clear eye him take talk this one cause e no fit ever happen, we go just dey wait for that one day.” @KingFemoux: “This guy always giving Nigerians thier flowers, but de never appreciated him. Wiz Forever, fc til I leave planet earth.” @JudahDDream: “See as Wizkid just project Nollywood fine fine! If na we,na abuse we go dey abuse dem.” @iamCozee: “see how bold he spoke about nollywood, makes me want to go watch a couple movies now.” @BLAZE_DAOSCAR: “Werey wan come pack awards for movie industry too.” WATCH VIDEO: “I’m a big fan of Nollywood, I would love to do movies or fashion if I am not doing music” – Wizkid pic.twitter.com/YUogoIMR1s — OLAMIDE 🌸💖 (@Olamide0fficial) November 18, 2023
Harry Kane of Bayern Munich revealed his admiration for Grammy-winning singer Burna Boy, saying he is a huge fan. In a recent interview with ESPN UK, the England captain revealed these juicy details while fending off questioning. In a viral video, Kane revealed that the song that has been playing nonstop on his playlist is Burna Boy’s hit song “Big 7,” after being asked a question that caught him off guard about what song has been playing on repeat. He nodded to Burna Boy, showing that he actually liked him. His words; “You know, ‘Big 7’ from Burna Boy? Yeah, I do like Burna Boy, to be fair. It just popped into my head there. 
Burna Boy, Nigerian artist. Photo sourceL Google The former Tottenham striker opened up about his fantasies about seeing live music performed live, revealing a deep desire to experience Burna Boy’s energy or British rapper Dave’s poetic skill under the spotlight. Regarding the performer he wishes to witness in person, the former Tottenham forward stated, “Maybe someone like Burna Boy or Dave, you know.”
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Popular skitmaker, Carter Efe has replied Nigerian rising singer, Young Duu after he accused him of stealing his song. You may recall that earlier today, the singer accused Carter Efe of ripping him off and taking advantage of his situation after he singlehandedly performed ‘Oyinmo’ song.
Carter Efe Reacting to this, the record label boss referenced all the assistance he rendered to Young Duu. He queried the singer if he knew how the music video and other arrangements came about as he worked so hard to achieve them. He further noted that music is not all about chasing clout but how you present it to the audience. 
Young Duu According to Carter, upcoming artists have the mentality that when they feature him, they all want to talk about how they were ripped off. Netizens took to the comment section to express their disappointment in Carter Efe PR strategies. Reactions to Carter Efe’s reply to Young Duu mr-jayjey wrote: “Nigerians who fall for all these cheap PR strategies are the reason una government dey catch una mugu. They know you guys are easily deceived.” mayorsoj said: “Carter Efe’s PR and promotional strategy is IRRITATING 🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️” _.blessinge penned: “This PR and promotional strategy went to Havard University but Nigerians will fall for it sha 😂😂😂😂” SEE POST: