ALI BABA AND WIFE CELEBRATE 6TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY!

 

The two wed April 15th 2006. Wishing them many more happy years ahead!

NIGERIAN MUSIC STARS UNITE FOR SIR SHINA PETERS TOUR 2012

Sir Shina Peters, one of the living musical legends in Nigeria and his International Stars Band has concluded plans with Ostrich Entertainment, the management consultant to engage and thrill his numerous fans across the country with a grand style national musical explore tagged: SSP TOUR 2012.

The much awaited national musical concert will begin with three cities- Lagos, Ijebu Ode and Ibadan, from Friday 6^th April to Sunday 8^th April 2012, before moving to other cities across the country through the year.

Basically, the proposed tour is planned with all ingredients and flavour of fun, excitement, pleasure and outburst exhilaration with SSP as he is fondly called to unveil his bags of new concepts, creativity and stage innovations like he has not done before.

 

Interestingly, the Afro Juju King will be supported on the tour by multi-talented and wave-making hip hop artistes in the country with the likes of multiple awards winning Tu Face Idibia, latest entrant into the GOOD music (USA) family-D’Banj, Banky W, 9ice, MI, Mo’Hit ALL Stars, Naeto C, Terry G, Wizkid, Davido, Ice Prince, Brymo, Jesse Jagz, Sasha, Omawunmi, DJ Zeez, W4, Lord of Ajasa, Jah Bless, Side One, Yemi Sax, Klever J, Art Quake, Jaywon, Goldie, Olu Maintain, KSB, YQ, SCapital FEMI and many more with the undisputed king of disc jockey business D.J Jimmy Jatt on the wheel of steel to be supported by D.J Neptune, D.J Humility and D.J Dino on the tour turntable.

More so, The Grand Comedian of Federal Republic- Ali Baba will be ably supported by Teju Babyface, Omobaba and the reputable Anchormaster as the MC. The organizers also have the likes of Femi Davies, Afolabi Oyekoya and Kanbi Owolabi in the Media & Publicity department to give the event the publicity it deserves with the support of all the reputable media houses in the country.

According to Mr. Ibitayo Akindeji, the Director, Operations & Strategy/Project Coordinator, he disclosed that Ostrich Entertainment is a professional Event Management firm founded by a team of seasoned and resourceful young innovative and dynamic individuals to provide strategic event management solutions to a spectrum of organizations home and abroad, and with Sir Shina Peters Tour 2012 nothing can go wrong with the formidable organizing committee in place.

The star himself, Sir Shina Peters divulged that he so much believe in the company, handling the project because they are tested and trust to offer the spectrum of event management, from strategic planning, creative development and post plan after defining a successful event execution. And, the sponsors need not to worry because they are sure to get all the values promised for their support.

Mr. Ibitayo,  also emphasized that his team are committed to establishing a strong reputation for exceptional tour delivery that will not only guaranty results for only the sponsors, but ensure that SSP Tour 2012 will be the biggest musical show ever seen in this part of the world.

GBENGA AEYINKA AND FRIENDS RETURN TO IBADAN ON APRIL 9

Popular stand comedian and show host Gbenga Adeyinka will cause major commotion in the ancient city of Ibadan when he revisits that city in April with his hit show ‘Laffmattazz with Gbenga Adeyinka and Friends’.

Adeyinka popularly referred to as Comedian of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (CFR) is heading to Ibadan on Easter Monday, April 9, 2012 with an entourage of performers that’ll include Terry G, 9ice, Capital F.E.M.I, Alibaba and Koffi.

Adeyinka, who’s also a TV host and magazine publisher tells us ‘I don’t know why I’m so particular about Ibadan but I guess the love they showed me the first time proved my point that Ibadan remains the home of comedy’, comedian Adeyinka says.

Other performers include KSB, Jahbless, Lord of Ajasa, Skuki, Chuddy K, DJ Tony Blaze, Laff Up, Jedi, Jayru, Rayce, Shiaman, Morac, Lepacious Bose, Gordons, Omobaba, Tony Tetuila and a host of others.

The first edition of the show took place on August 21, 2011. Watch highlights below…

ALI BABA BUILDS OWN MANSION

He is not called the King of comedy for nothing. Having conquered the comedy scene and nurtured to fruition, able lieutenants, Halleluyah Akpoborome Atuyota otherwise known as Alli Baba who has proved on most fronts that he is indeed king, has again set a standard that his lieutenants will no doubt want to ape.

The Delta State born comic act recently unveiled his palatial mansion which has been aptly dubbed heaven on earth to a select few. Built from scratch, the haven is a duplex of three sitting rooms, seven bedrooms with a swimming pool sized Jacuzzi in the master bedroom and a floor to ceiling sized cinema for the viewing pleasure of the family and friends of the lover of high end breed of dogs. Situated in a nicely tucked in estate in the Lekki axis of Lagos called Nicon town, the house which comes with an electrically controlled garage is without the traditional fence that shields most homes in Nigeria. Even though it costs the comedian a fortune to erect, it is without a doubt a huge relief for him, what with the astronomical rent he parted with annually at his Ikoyi pad.

CELEBS RECOUNT MEMORABLE CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCES (YOU MUST READ THESE)

Damilola Purple and Tonto Dikeh

The celebrities are human too. They have memories of pain, love, pleasure and time. A number of celebs have opened up to Showbiz Now on their most memorable Christmas experience.

Stella Damasus
I was seven years old then. They took us all to my mother’s village in Owerri. We had a singing competition and I won. The rule was that every household must give me a gift. I got so many gifts than I could handle. That was so memorable.

Francis Duru
As a child, my father would always buy a big cock and would eat special Christmas rice with us. Another memorable experience was going to the church to watch Baby Jesus in a manger and attend Christmas carol. Times have changed, what children want now isn’t what we wanted as children. Things have changed.

Uche Jombo
December 28 is my birthday, so every December is always memorable for me. I don’t separate one from another. I mark my birthday and Christmas in December and, as far as I can remember, they have always been memorable.

Bhairay
Coming from an upwardly mobile family, everyone is so busy and on the go, even at Christmas. So, a couple of years ago, my mum sent me a flight ticket to come home as something serious had happened. Of course, I got into the next flight only to discover it was a prank! And she had sent every other person a return ticket as well just to get the family together for some great thanksgiving and family home-made meal!

Ali Baba
The first Christmas that Xqzmoi, my event centre hosted, besides being fully booked from November 23, 2006, till January 16, 2007, just to see a dream come to life, brought tears to my eyes. I’m working towards another project that would open in February 2012.

Segun Arinze
Being alive every Christmas is always very memorable because God kept me alive by His grace and compassion! I thank him for sustenance of life!

Blessing Egbe
My funniest time of Christmas was way back in the police barracks when the eve of Christmas was a big deal. We would stay up till the break of 25th, decorating the house and going from door to door singing carols in groups. And D-day it was a do or die matter to compare and flaunt your new Christmas dress, wear new shoes, hairdo and earrings. And after visiting every family friend and relation, we would retire to a home full of presents and gifts as compared to who got the most. And on the 26th, all boxes and presents would be opened.

Tonto Dike
My favourite memory of Christmas when I was a kid are new clothes, shoes, jewelleries and I would be unable to sleep at night (eve of Xmas) out of joy, because I couldn’t wait for dawn so I could bathe and slip tiny me into my new outfit to show off in church the next day (December 25th). Christmas was so much fun as a child.

Basket Mouth
My favourite Christmas memory is awkward, it was in 1999, we left school for the Christmas holiday and decided to spend it with my manager back then, Bayo Adekeye, in his home town (Ile Oluji) in Ondo State. His parents were not supposed to be around, but we were surprised with their presence and had to sneak out of the house to squat with some of his friends. It was the first and last Christmas I didn’t eat the traditional Christmas rice and stew. Didn’t even get a Christmas gift; it’s the one Christmas I would live to remember.

Damilola Purple
Its a different ball game now, before i used to watch Tv after church (Xmas Day), my food will be served and i dont have to do anything, i dont have to buy or cook anything... BUT now.. It is OYO (On YOUR OWN). Alot of responsiblity like i have to make sure my siblings are okay and with the fact that you have to make sure your girlfriend or fiancee looks good... mehn.. i wish i can go back to my old to life where i dont have to do anything... Lol.. i am enjoying my life now anyway

Monalisa Chindah
Christmas season brings forth the beauty of Christ, love and salvation. Spending precious moments with my diamond, Tamar, last Christmas left a soothing and lasting memory in me.

Denrele
My unequalled, unparalleled and unrivalled Christmas would be the very first time I was away from my family during Christmas! Christmas is always with family and I delight in trying to harass the daylight out of them, especially my dad, my sisters and my uncountable cousins!

The memorable Christmas would definitely be in 2008 with P-Square as we invaded Lusaka, Zambia. It was the final leg of their African tour and I was opportune as a media personality to tag along and report the whole event for Soundcity. The whole Zambia besieged us at the airport! We practically had to change hotels like four times, and for every radio interview we did, there were boundless crowd waiting for us outside!

TEE-A TO STAGE STAR-STUDDED DINNER CONCERT, NOV 27

Renowned comedian and presenter Tunde Adewale, popularly known as Tee-A is set to thrill Lagosians as he gets set to host a ‘private and lavish’ dinner concert to mark his 15th year on stage in the entertainment industry.

Tagged as the ‘Tymeout With Tee-A Live In Lagos Dinner Concert’, the dinner concert in Lagos will also see Tee-A be celebrate the first anniversary of the new TV show ‘Tymeout with Tee-A‘ on Africa Magic, DSTV. A ‘The Best Of Tymeout With Tee-A’ DVD will also be launched at the event. ‘This Dinner concert is a celebration of all my achievements so far since I started out fifteen years ago.

This 3 in 1 event is our own way to appreciate God, clients, colleagues and lovers of my work. The Lagos concert would feature me alongside top comedians in the country with musical performances by top Nigerian super star musicians who would make the night a memorable one. It definitely isn’t a show to miss out on’, Tee A, owner of Tymeout Lounge in Ikeja, Lagos says.

The first concert was held in October at the Congress Hall of Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja where Tee-A and top comedians like Ali Baba, MC Abbey, Omobaba, Gbenga Adeyinka the 1st, Princess, Holly Mallam among others entertained guests. Top Nigerian artistes like eLDee, Mo’Cheddah, Bracket, DJ Zeez, Djinee, Wizkid and Skales also performed at the event.

The Lagos edition is scheduled to hold on Sunday, November 27, 2011 at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos.

RMD,STELLA DAMASUS,ALI BABA, OTHERS TO HONOUR ROAD ACCIDENT VICTIMS

The Annual Remembrance Day celebration of Road Traffic Victims/Celebrity Special Marshal Fund Raising Concert organized by Federal road safety corps (FRSC) is set to hold again. The 2011 event will hold at the Thisday Dome on 20th Novermber ,2011.

This year's event is set to raise fund in order to support Road safety campaigns and Activities in Nigeria for projects like mobile and highway clinics and Ambulances. Celebrities like Ali baba , stella damasus, Richard mofedamijo ,Jimmy jatt, Julius Agwu ,Weird Mc, Gbenga Adeyinka and others have been confirmed to be in attendance and new members will be inducted same day.