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Even politicians are crying, not to talk of me – Timaya laments cost of living

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6 months ago

October 23, 2024

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Nigerian singer, Inetimi Alfred Odom, popularly known as Timaya, has voiced his concerns about the ongoing hardships affecting people around the world.

In a recent interview on Channels, the singer highlighted that while economic challenges are a global issue, the situation in Nigeria is notably more severe than in other parts of the world.

He also discussed how the rising cost of living has impacted the music industry.

“Things are really hard. I feel it for people because if people are not happy, I can’t be happy, too. I pay bills. I help a lot of people. So, I understand what people are going through. I’m also feeling it,” he said.

“If I was paying a certain amount for my staff, my mom now upkeeps his high; you don’t expect everything to be normal to me, so I’m feeling it also. You don’t expect things to be normal.

“Even politicians are crying, too, not to talk of me. The only way you can meet up with the demand of this country is when you’re earning in dollars. If you’re earning forex and you convert it to naira, that’s how you can ball.

“But if you go to America right now, things are still hard there because they’re earning in dollars and spending in dollars. It’s hard everywhere. The world is hard right now, but Nigeria is harder.”

“Currently, you need a lot of money to promote music. Before, we didn’t even bother about shooting music videos. Even if we were shooting a video, it cost just N1.5 million that time. So when you call in the young artists and they tell you 50 million, you shout, 30 million, you say for what, so you understand there was a lot of money that was put in for that to happen.”

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Zinoleesky Welcomes New Addition to His Family

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April 5, 2025

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Nigerian music sensation Oniyide Azeez, popularly known as Zinoleesky, has announced the arrival of his second child. The 25-year-old singer shared the joyful news on his Instagram page on April 3, posting adorable photos of himself cradling the newborn.

Zinoleesky, who rose to fame in 2017, expressed his delight with a heartfelt caption: “Owo Baba Zafar….” This new bundle of joy joins his first child, Zendaya, born in 2023.

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Genevieve Nnaji Claps Back at Trolls with Witty Retorts

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April 4, 2025

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Nollywood actress and filmmaker Genevieve Nnaji has fired back at online bullies who attempted to mock her age on social media. A troll on Twitter taunted her, saying, “You can’t defy the laws of nature” and sneered that her “youthful allure is finally waning.”

Nnaji responded to a troll with sarcasm, “It gets even worse; I’ll become so old that I’ll meet my maker. If I’m fortunate.” She acknowledged aging’s inevitability with humor, keeping the tone playful.

Another troll interjected, “Mummy, you’ve really aged,” to which Nnaji retorted, “Daddy, I wouldn’t wish that on you,” skillfully deflecting the jab.

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Cubana Chief Priest Under Fire: Nigerian Music Criticized for Overemphasis on Wealth

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April 4, 2025

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A concerned music enthusiast, Awuzie Frankline, has expressed disappointment with the current state of Nigerian music, citing an overemphasis on wealth and materialism.

Frankline specifically criticized Cubana Chief Priest’s new song, arguing that its lyrics lack meaningful content, instead focusing on self-praise and boasts about wealth.

Ekwutosblog gathered that Frankline’s critique extends beyond Cubana Chief Priest, suggesting that many Nigerian musicians prioritize singing about money and riches over more substantial themes.

He nostalgically references iconic artists like Michael Jackson and Lucky Dube, who tackled socially conscious topics in their music.

While acknowledging that singing about success is not inherently wrong, Frankline argues that the prevalence of wealth-focused lyrics in Nigerian music has become excessive.

He commends Peter of P-Square for offering a refreshing alternative with his song “Winning.” Frankline’s commentary sparks a larger conversation about the role of music in society and the responsibility of artists to promote positive and meaningful messages.