After months of rigorous planning, the stage is now set for the COSON Week, which kicks-off on Sunday, October 29 at Pastor Ituah Ighodalo’s Trinity House in Lekki, Lagos, with a programme tagged “COSON in the Church”.
Speaking about the event, COSON chairman, Tony Okoroji, said: “Nigerian entertainers from every tribe have a key role to play in stabilizing the nation and healing the wounds that have threatened our unity. At COSON in the Church, Nigerians can sing with one voice and pray to the Almighty as one, and show the world that despite our challenges, we will move ahead and build a nation where every child has the promise of a future.”
According to Okoroji, many top gospel artistes are billed to grace the event. They include Mike Abdul, Nathaniel Bassey, Segun Obe, Monique, Essence, Dieko, Segun Oluwayomi, and Favour Sax while comedian Lepacious Bose will be the hostess of the event.
Moremi the Musical to animate QMA beauty pageant
As part of the events to make Queen Moremi Ajasoro (QMA) colourful come December 3 when the cultural beauty pag
eant takes place in Lagos, the organisers have announced the staging of Moremi The Musical.
Extolling the virtues of Queen Moremi, the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, said: “Moremi Ajasoro exhibited an unrivalled heroism in fighting for liberty, she dedicated her life to the liberation of mankind by sacrificing her only child to free the people of Oodua land from the invasion of faceless terrorists.
“Moremi remains an indelible new dawn of great awakening for the development of the Yoruba culture. This mission is very close to my heart and touches my global re-enactment of the Yoruba culture.”
The musical tells the story of the legendary Queen Moremi, who through an act of bravery, selflessness and love for her people dared death to save her people.
The winner will receive a cash prize of N5 million, a brand new car, a wardrobe of designers’ outfits and would also become a cultural ambassador to the Ooni of Ife.
For Ufuoma McDermott, Christmas is Coming
Nollywood is about to experience the magic that comes with Christmas, as the star of Wives on Strike, Ufuoma McDermott, unleashes her latest movie entitled, Christmas is Coming on the industry.
Christmas is Coming is the story of a sloppy tomboy who has a string of ill luck after being transformed to a ‘lady’ by her mischievous flat mates just a few days to Christmas, and she impulsively falls in love and has to deal with its immediate consequences.
Written, produced and directed by Ufuoma McDermott, the romantic comedy stars top actors like Sola Sobowale, Chioma Akpotha, Zack Orji, Deyemi Okanlanwon, Mary Lazarus, Gregory Ojefua, Michael Okon, Izzie Otaigbe, Odenike Odetola and of course, Ufuoma McDermott.
She said: “This is not your regular movie. This is something you have never seen before. Christmas is Coming is magical and I can’t wait to share it with the world. Prepare to be wowed!”
Christmas is Coming hits cinemas nationwide next month.
Seyi Shay blows my mind -Peejay
By Christian Agadibe
Edozie Peter Chigozia aka Peejay has sensationally revealed that he has a crush on singer, Seyi Shay.
The Anambra State-born singer made this disclosure in a chat with TS Weekend. “I have a crush on Seyi Shay. I find her music inspiring and she has this original vibe that just blows my mind,” the fast rising singer said.
Speaking on his latest single, Issues, the Afro-vibe singer stated: “Issues is just a lay-back feel-good song for people to enjoy, dance, and basically for the ladies. I am putting out two songs, Issues and Plenty Love, but the focus for now is on Issues. The videos for both tracks are ready for release.”
The graduate of English from University Nigeria, Nsukka started music professionally in 2012.
Bryan seeks Attention
Bryan Ebuka Chiji has released a new song entitled, Attention, which was accompanied by visuals directed by Unlimited LA.
The signer’s style of music is a fusion of sub-genres of African sounds, highlife and R&B. His awareness of the various cultures and understanding of music in general increased as an adolescent under the influence of legendary musicians like Fela, Bob Marley, Brenda Fassie, and Tuface Idibia.
“The new groovy self-produced love-inspired tune further confirms Bryan’s vocal dexterity and lyrical prowess. He pours so much soul and emotions into the song with his adorable voice, and it will be interesting to see how much difference the new song will make in a couple of weeks,” a critic says.
My challenges recording Beyond Sound –Tobi Osho
Fast rising gospel artiste, Tobi Osho whose EP, Beyond Sound will be released on November 1, has revealed how strenuous and tough it was getting the song recorded in the studio.
According to him, he had planned to drop the song in September but had to shift the date due to unforseen circumstances.
“I planned to release the EP in September 2017 but due to unforeseen circumstances and finance, I was unable to do so. Then we moved it to October and when it seems everything was going fine and it was becoming a reality, I broke down, I was ill for two weeks and couldn’t go to the studio. It was just somehow and after I got well, the studio had technical issues again, so we stopped production for some time but God has made it possible, it will be out on November 1st,” he said.
Speaking on how he felt due to the several challenges, he said: “I believe nothing good comes easy, the devil is only trying to stop this, but it’s not possible, reason being that the songs were all inspired by God. I waited so much for God’s directions and he won’t let me down, I felt encouraged above all, because the songs are surely going to bless people’s lives”