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Buhari Bestows Burna Boy, 2Baba,Teni with National Honours 

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Buhari honours Burnaboy, others

By Funmilayo Olusanya

The Grammy-winning singer Burna Boy, the multi-award-winning Afrobeats icon,  2face Idibia, and the music sensation, Teni, have each received national accolades from President Muhammadu Buhari in honour of their outstanding contributions to the Nigerian music industry.

Buhari honours Burnaboy, others

In a ceremony conducted at the Government House Villa in Aso Rock on October 11, 2022, the president presented national honors to 447 Nigerians and foreigners, including kings, previous ministers, icons, and the senate president.

Burna Boy, Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, received the Member of the Federal Republic, MFR, honor and the National award when his album “Twice As Tall” won the World Album Category at the 2021 Grammy Awards.

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Likewise, superstar vocalist Teniola Apata “Teni” and music legend Innocent Ujah Idibia, known 2Face, received the honorary title of Member of the Order of the Niger, MON.

President Buhari commended the musicians, stating that people should be encouraged and recognized for their contributions to the development of their country.

He said, “Worthy of mention are our artistes, particularly, our very own Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu (Burna Boy), who won the Grammy Awards in 2020. He along with other artistes have repositioned the Nigerian entertainment industry and placed it on the global map.”

“At the just concluded Dubai Expo 2020, Nigeria’s pavilion was a beehive of activities as our musicians entertained guests from around the world.” the statement added.

Six individuals received the GCON, 55 were given the Commander of the Federal Republic (CFR), 65 were given the Commander of the Order of the Niger (CON), 77 were given the Officer of the Federal Republic (OFR), 110 were given the Officer of the Niger (OON), 74 were given the Member of the Federal Republic (MFR), and 55 were given the Member of the Order of the Niger (MON).

The Federal Republic Medal I (FRM I) and Federal Republic Medal II (FRM II) Second Class) each had four recipients.

The OFR Award was given to the seven honorees who were foreigners.

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Why People Think I’m In Illuminati’ – Tyla

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Grammy-winning singer and songwriter Tyla Laura Seethal, known as Tyla, recently addressed rumors suggesting her affiliation with the Illuminati.

In an interview with Cosmopolitan Magazine, she refuted the notion that joining the Illuminati is necessary for achieving success in the music industry.

Tyla emphasized that her rise to stardom is attributed to her talent and hard work, with her faith being a central aspect of her journey.

She clarified that despite speculation, she is not a member of any cult, reaffirming that her accomplishments are rooted in her devotion to God.

She said “People already think I’m in the Illuminati? Oh, now. I know some people think that’s the only way, but it really isn’t. God is the center of everything that we are doing, and clearly, it’s working.”

Discussing her identity as a mixed-race South African in America, Tyla addressed misconceptions about denying her Blackness.

She said “When people are like, ‘You’re denying your Blackness,’ it’s not that at all. I never said I am not Black. It’s just that I grew up as a South African knowing myself as Coloured.

“And now that I’m exposed to more things, it has made me other things too. I’m also mixed-race. I’m also Black. I know people like finding a definition for things, but it’s ‘and,’ not ‘or’.”

 

 

 

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Jnr Pope: Sound Engineer’s Corpse Exhumed

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The remains of the late sound engineer, Precious Ofurum, who tragically lost his life in a boat accident alongside Nollywood actor, Junior Pope and fellow crew members while returning from a movie set, have been exhumed.

A viral video surfaced on Tuesday, depicting individuals solemnly exhuming Ofurum’s body, which was then placed in a coffin and prepared for transportation back to his hometown for burial.

Junior Pope and several members of his crew, including Ofurum, tragically lost their lives on April 10 when their boat overturned in the Anam River, Anambra State while returning from a film shoot.

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I Am Nigeria’s Youngest Billionaire – BBNaija Winner Ilebaye

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Season 8 winner of the Big Brother Naija reality show, Ilebaye Odiniya, has made headlines by declaring her status as one of Nigeria’s youngest multi-billionaires.

In a recent interview, she expressed gratitude to God for her journey from the show to stardom, acknowledging it as a valuable privilege.

Discussing her fashion preferences, Ilebaye mentioned being inspired by Gen Z Baddie and considers herself her own fashion icon.

She said “My outfit is inspired by Gen Z Baddie. I am my own fashion icon. It feels so good to be one of the youngest multi-billionaires and winning the All Stars.

“I am grateful to God for using Big Brother to make me the Star that I am. It’s a really good privilege.”

Following her triumph in the All-Star edition of the reality show last October, Ilebaye recently banked N120 million.

In a recent Instagram live interaction with fans, she officially confirmed the receipt of her prize money.

This revelation coincided with accusations made by Phyna, the winner of Big Brother Naija Season 7, who criticized the organizers, claiming she has not been awarded the N100 million prize from the 2022 show.

Ilebaye said, “I have received my [BBNaija prize] money. I haven’t even touched tiny part of it. My money haven’t finished. I haven’t touched my prize money. And this is a fact.”

At the Big Brother All Stars prize presentation ceremony, notable figures including Oluwakemi Adedeji, Marketing Communications Manager at HFM; Dr. Busola Tejumola, Executive Head of Content & West Africa Channels at MultiChoice West Africa; Chinedu Oparaku, Director of Product Marketing at Moniepoint, joined winner Ilebaye Odiniya in attendance.

Ilebaye, upon receiving the prize, conveyed heartfelt appreciation to her fans, the organizers, and her fellow housemates.

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