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Rolling Stones Drummer Charlie Watts Is Dead
Charlie Watts, the self-effacing and unshakeable Rolling Stones drummer who helped anchor one of rock’s greatest rhythm sections and used his “day job” to support his enduring love of jazz, has died, according to his publicist. He was 80. Bernard Doherty said Tuesday that Watts “passed away peacefully in a London hospital earlier today surrounded by his family.” “Charlie was a...
Singer Blackface Loses Father
Ahmedu Ocholi, father of singer, Augustine Ahmedu, otherwise known as Blackface, is dead. The singer announced this sad development via a tweet on Thursday night. ABN TV gathered that Ocholi, a retired soldier hailed from Agatu, Benue State. He wrote, “Today 8th October 2020 the great Mr Ahmedu Ocholi passed away “You played your part well Papa. “You are the first Elder Statesman that...
Wizkid Wins Best African Act At 2021 MTV EMA Awards
Multiple award-winning Nigerian superstars, Wizkid, has added another plaque to his shelf as he has bagged the award for the Best African Act in this year’s edition of the MTV Europe Music Awards. He beat the likes of Tems, Diamond Platnumz, Amaarae, and Focalistic in the tightly-contested category to get the award. Congratulating the Essence singer on his win, organizers of...
“I Slept On TV Carton In Boys Quarters While Living With Psquare” – May D
Nigerian Artist, May D has reacted to the saga between popular Nigerian music manager, Jude Okoye and female ginger, Cynthia Morgan. A Twitter user wrote: "How Cynthia Morgan went from First frame to the second frame is totally shocking to say the least. What's really wrong? But curiously enough, there has NEVER been any artiste that thrived and became successful under the P-Square...
Nigerian-British Rapper, Ben Chijioke “TY” Dies Of Coronavirus
Nigerian-British rapper Ty dies from coronavirus at the age of 47 after being hospitalised and placed in a medically induced coma. According to ABN TV, the Nigerian-British rapper, whose death was confirmed by his team on Thursday after he was hospitalised and placed in a medically-induced coma following 'complications' surrounding the virus. TY - real name born Ben Chijioke - was...
Omah Lay, Tems Charged To Court In Uganda For Violating COVID-19 Protocols (Photos)
The Nigerian trio of Stanley Omah Didia alias Omah Lay, Temilade Openyi alias Tems and Muyiwa Awomiyi have been charged to court in Makindye on charges of Negligently doing acts likely to spread an infectious diseases C/S 171 of the Penal Code Act. The earlier plans of releasing them on police bond were suspended after their casefile was sanctioned by the Office...
#EndSARS: KCEE, Phyno, Zoro Takeover Enugu Streets (Photos, Video)
As the protest against Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) operation continues across the country, popular musicians have taken over the street of Enugu to vent their grievances against the police unit. ABN TV reports that among those who joined in the Tuesday protest include KCEE, Phyno, Zoro and others. Recall that despite the announcement of disbandment of the squad by the Inspector...
I No Longer Believe In God – Popular Gospel Singer, Jonathan Steingard
Christian singer Jonathan Steingard, the frontman of the Christian rock band Hawk Nelson has revealed that he no longer believes in God. Steingard made this known In a lengthy post that was shared on his Instagram account last week. He stated that he has been terrified to make it public also revealed that he would be leaving the band. Also Read: Prophet...
Burna Boy Wins BET Best International Act 2020 (Full List Of Winners)
Full list of winners from the 2020 BET Awards held today. Winners in each category is printed in bold fonts. ALBUM OF THE YEAR Lizzo — Cuz I Love You Megan Thee Stallion — Fever Beyoncé — Homecoming: The Live Album H.E.R. — I Used to Know Her DaBaby — Kirk Roddy Ricch — Please Excuse Me For Being Antisocial (WINNER!) VIDEO OF THE YEAR Chris Brown featuring...
Zinoleesky’s House, Car Were Bought Under Marlian Records, Not In His Name – ID Cabasa Drops Bombshell
Following the devastating loss of his colleague, Mohbad, a former signee under the label's name, renowned Nigerian music producer Olumide Ogunade, who goes by the alias ID Cabasa, has offered rare information regarding Marlian Records. While innumerable Nigerians, including celebrities, mourn the unexpected death of the 'Imole' maestro, who went away at the age of 27, ID Cabasa has also...
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