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Tems, Wizkid others won at 2022 BET Awards
By Eunice Oluwafunmilayo
Celebrated Singer, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, Award-winning artist, Ayo Balogun better known as Wizkid and other Nigerian artists stole the show at the BET Awards presentation, which honors Black excellence in music, culture, and sports.
At the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, the ceremony took place on Sunday night.
Nigerian artists did the nation proud at the event, which is regarded as one of the biggest recognitions in Black entertainment globally, with historic accolades and electrifying performances.
Tems won the Best International Act, making history as the first Nigerian female artist to win the prestigious category.
The talented singer beat Nigeria’s Fireboy, Dave from the UK, Dinos from France, Fally Ipupa from Congo, Little Simz from the UK, Ludmilla from Brazil, Major League Djz from South Africa, and Tayc from France, to win the award
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Receiving the award, Tems urged women and girls to continue on their chosen path, adding that the hard work will soon pay off.
Other Nigerian artists who have won the award in the past include 2Baba, D’banj, Ice Prince, Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy.
Wizkid’s “Essence” featuring Tems and Justin Bieber also clinched the Best Collaboration award, making it a double win for the talented female singer.
Essence was nominated against ‘Every Change I Get’ by DJ Khaled ft Lil baby and Lil Durk; ‘Family Ties’ by Baby Seem ft Kenderick Lamar; ‘Whole Lotta’ by Bia ft Nicki Minaj; ‘Way 2 Sexy’, Drake ft Future and Young Thug, and ‘Kiss me More’ by Doja Cat ft SZA.
Beiber joined Wizkid and Tems in “Essence” remix in August 2021.
Singer Fireboy thrilled the fans with his electrifying performance at the awards ceremony in Los Angeles on Sunday night.
He performed on the same stage as well-known artists from over the world including Diddy, Lil Wayne, Roddy Rich, and many more, and the audience applauded him for his excellent performance.
Following Fireboy’s performances of “Playboy” and “Peru” during the event, fans have praised the YBNL-signed musician on Twitter.
During the pre-show outdoor event on Sunday night, which came before the main ceremony, Nigerian producer Pheelz performed his popular song, Finesse, before an enthusiastic audience.
Pheelz tweeted about his historic appearance: “About to be the first international artist to perform at the BET pre-show. Yeah I am super gassed”.
Tems, Wizkid, Fireboy, and Pheelz have received praise for their great wins and performances from Nigerian celebrities and fans, who have flocked to social media to express their gratitude for bringing Afrobeats to the world.
Nine surveyors abducted in the Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State have been released after their families paid a ransom of N20 million.
Recall that the victims were kidnapped a week ago while working at a site in Ilu-Abo.
Their captors initially demanded N100 million for their release.
However, following negotiations, market women intervened, pleading for a reduction to N50 million.
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The kidnappers initially rejected the appeal before eventually settling for N20 million.
Confirming their release, Pastor Ajibade Owolanke, brother to the Ejemikin of Akure, High Chief Oluwole Omotayo, said: “The victims have joined their individual family members.”
It was gathered that after regaining their freedom, the surveyors were taken to different hospitals for medical examinations.
The abduction sparked widespread outrage in the state, prompting market women and youths in Akure to stage a protest.
The demonstrators urged Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa and security agencies to take decisive action against the rising wave of kidnappings in the state.
Security authorities have yet to comment on any arrests related to the incident.
More to follow………..
The Nigerian government has taken a decisive step to curb access to pornographic content in the country, as the House of Representatives directed the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to enforce a total shutdown of porn websites nationwide.
The directive, issued during plenary on Tuesday, mandates internet service providers to block access to such sites, with penalties for non-compliance.
The motion was sponsored by Dalhatu Tafoki, representing the Faskari/Kankara/Sabuwa Federal Constituency, who emphasized the need to protect societal values.
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“I would like to move a motion for the need to block internet websites hosting pornographic content and sanction the internet service providers responsible for the posting,” Tafoki stated.
“Nigeria is a highly religious country, and all the major religions in the country forbid nudity and obscenity in any form.”
He further highlighted concerns raised by psychologists and sociologists regarding the negative impact of pornography, stating that it leads to “promotion of adultery, prostitution, and other promiscuous behaviours, leading to addiction, escalation, and desensitisation, change of attitude towards oneself and family.”
The House adopted the motion and tasked its Committees on Communications and Legislative Compliance with overseeing implementation, with a report expected within four weeks.
Speaker Tajudeen Abass reinforced the stance, warning that internet service providers who fail to comply will face sanctions.
Nigerian literary giant, sports champion, and broadcaster, Mabel Segun, has passed away at the age of 95.
Her family confirmed her demise in a statement released late Thursday, stating that she breathed her last in the early hours of the day.
“It is with gratitude to God for a life well spent in the pursuit of excellence in Literature, Broadcasting and Sports that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Mabel Dorothy Okanima Segun (née Aig-Imoukhuede),” the statement read.
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A distinguished writer, Segun’s impact on Nigerian literature and society was profound. Born on February 18, 1930, she was a trailblazer in multiple fields, earning accolades as a novelist, broadcaster, diplomat, and sportswoman.
She pursued higher education at the University College Ibadan (now the University of Ibadan), graduating in 1953 with a degree in English Literature, Latin, and History.
This academic foundation propelled her into an illustrious career that spanned decades, influencing generations of writers and intellectuals.
Beyond her literary achievements, Segun was also a tennis champion, further showcasing her versatility and determination.
Her contributions to broadcasting and diplomacy cemented her status as a multi-talented icon in Nigeria’s cultural and intellectual landscape.
Her family noted that funeral arrangements would be announced at a later date.
Mabel Segun leaves behind a remarkable legacy of excellence and service, remembered not only for her literary prowess but also for her pioneering spirit in Nigerian academia, sports, and public service.
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