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VIDEO: Moment Obi Cubana Met Wizkid Backstage At London Show

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Obinna Iyiegbu popularly known as Obi Cubana, a Nigerian entrepreneur, and businessman who chairs the Obi Cubana group of companies showed up at the O2 Arena in London venue of the talked about, a sold-out concert by Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, known as Wizkid.

Cubana like many other notable Nigerians was in attendance to support one of Nigeria’s most successful artists who kicked off the beginning of his O2 arena concert as he treated his 20,000 fans with premium entertainment for three nights in a roll.

On the first night, he had on stage with him other artistes like American Superstar Chris Brown. He also brought hitmaker Tems, Buju with the Golden Voice, British Singer Ella Mai, and British rapper Skepta who all featured in his ‘Made In Lagos’ album, as he performed songs from there.

The Popular socialite and businessman, who had shared a video of himself and Wizkid after his third night show at the O2 Arena, London wrote on his page, “Proud of you #wizkidayo“

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Ope Banwo’s Downward Spiral: A Tapestry of Legal Woes and Artist Uproar Unveiled

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In a shocking turn of events, Ope Banwo, the once-respected producer behind Ghetto Dreams and the founder of Stingomania Records, finds himself entangled in a web of controversies that threatens to tarnish his reputation within the Nigerian entertainment industry.
The first blow comes from a bitter dispute with two of his signed artists, Baba Nee and Trybson Dudukoko, which has erupted into a public spectacle on social media. The artists accuse Banwo of exploitation, mismanagement, and questionable business practices, while Banwo claims they breached their contracts after benefiting from over N12 million in investments from Stingomania. The online drama paints Banwo as a victim of an industry-wide issue, but critics argue that it may be a diversion from deeper problems within Stingomania Records.
Adding to the turmoil is Banwo’s withdrawal of consents for the use of the artists’ works and his threat to challenge entities engaging with Baba Nee and Trybson without Stingomania’s consent. Some view this as a desperate attempt to salvage his reputation, though others question the ethics of such a public airing of disputes, hinting at potential legal ramifications.
The controversy takes a darker turn with Banwo’s claim of receiving death threats from Baba Nee’s fans. Critics argue that this revelation might be an effort to garner sympathy and shift attention away from the allegations against him.
The drama intensifies as Trybson Dudukoko accuses Banwo of exploiting female artists and engaging in inappropriate relationships with them. Dudukoko’s allegations imply a culture within Stingomania Records that prioritizes personal connections over professional growth. Frank Nero, a friend of Baba Nee, enters the fray, criticizing Banwo for allegedly not compensating Trybson Dudukoko for his role in the movie “Ghetto Dreams” and suggesting that Banwo’s business practices may drive artists to seek alternative means of income.
As if this weren’t enough, a second wave of controversy hits as revelations about Banwo’s shadowy past resurface. Legal battles with the Copyright Society of Nigeria (COSON) from 2017 rear their head, with accusations of false, baseless, and malicious statements made by Banwo regarding the management of N300,000,000 in copyright royalties. Demands for a public retraction, an apology, and damages open a chapter of legal woes that adds to Banwo’s already precarious situation.
These dual controversies paint a grim picture of Ope Banwo’s business practices and management style. The resurfacing legal battles and ongoing artist disputes not only expose a willingness to air grievances on social media but also hint at a darker side of the industry figure, casting a long shadow over his once-celebrated career in the Nigerian entertainment scene. As Banwo faces serious accusations of exploitation, contractual malpractice, and a tumultuous legal history, the unfolding drama suggests that his integrity as a label head and businessperson may be irreparably damaged

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40 years after, Haruna Ishola’s Son, Wasiu Eulogise Father

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It was a memorable event where notable personalities gathered to give the Apala music legend, Alhaji Haruna Ishola Bello (MON) a befitting 40 years remembrance of his demise and great impact he made in the music industry. 
The event which was held in 2 different locations, his hometown in Ijebu Igbo and grand reception in Lagos were moments to celebrate his great works and legacies left for his children. 
At his home town, the family held a week long events of commissioning of boreholes and official opening of a central Mosque among other activities to eulogised the man who pioneer Apala music in Nigeria. 
With the train moving to Lagos, the LTV 8 premises was filled with family,friends and fun lovers who witnessed Cleric prayers for the family , unveiling of some music works of the legend and his children who are into music and live performances of artists in different genre of music.  The Lagos event was attended by business icons,show promoters, media personalities, celebrities to mention just a few.  The concluding electrifying performance of Wasiu Haruna Ishola sealed the day as he dishes out old tunes from his father and newer collections from his stable. In show of appreciation to those who supported the events morally and financially , representing the entire family, Wasiu Haruna Ishola gave a vote of thanks and pray for all in attendance.

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Breach of Contract: Tunji Afolayan gives Kunle Afolayan a seven day ultimatum

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Tunji Afolayan, an award winning Art Director through his legal representatives, Osifowora & Co. has berated the Managing Director of KAP Productions Limited, Kunle Afolayan over what he termed a “breach of contractual terms”.

In the letter signed by the firm’s lead counsel, Olatubosun Osifowora, Tunji accused Mr Kunle Afolayan of making a deliberate attempt to undermine his creative input and relevance on the movie, ‘Ijogbon’.

The letter to KAP Productions and Netflix stated that Mr Tunji was contracted by one Mr. Segun Akintunde, a Line Producer at KAP Productions Limited, to work as Art Director for the movie ‘ljogbon’. His deliverables, and remuneration as Art Director, were well spelt out in the contract. The letter noted that the contract was signed on January 11, 2023 between Mr Tunji and KAP’s Production Executive/Representative in the presence of Kunle Afolayan.
 “Our client stated also that the executed copies of the contractual documents were kept by the management of KAP Productions Limited and his copy was never given to him to date after signing.Upon completion of the project ‘Ijogbon’, the movie was released on Netflix- a streaming platform, and to our Client’s consternation, there was an omission of his name and title as Art Director for the movie ‘Ijogbon’,” the letter reads.

The letter further stated that Mr. Kunle was instead credited as the Art Director for the Movie ‘Ijogbon’m While accusing the management of KAP Productions Limited of deliberately and consciously portraying Mr Tunji as ‘Set Designer’ instead of his role as the Art Director, which he was originally contracted.

“Our client is appalled at this grave omission and therefore regards this as a breach of contractual terms in the contract with KAP Productions Limited. This is further viewed and taken, as a deliberate attempt to undermine our client’s creative work and relevance for the movie titled ‘Ijogbon’.

“In view of the above, it is our client’s demand that his name and role for which he was contracted and worked, be restored and properly credited in the Movie ‘Ijogbon’ as the Art Director,” Osifowora wrote.

He further demanded, on behalf of Mr Tunji Afolayan, that the retraction be done within seven days of receipt of the correspondence before the next line of action is taken.

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