Prof Achebe's memoirs...blogger's perspective

I was tempted to join the fray concerning Chinua Achebe's latest book, "There Was A Country: A Personal History of Biafra".  But was fascinated by the piece by my friend and former colleague, Ufoma Egbamuno. I have been opportune to read the first chapter and already salivating to devour the entire ala carte.
 My worry, however is the outburst by people over Achebe's mention on Yoruba's political god (apologies to Ayodele Obajeun) on his role in the civil war. Why I refuse to write for or against anyone, I was so excited to read Ufoma's article on his blog. And i want to advice those fanning the embers of disunity to read it, so that we can move forward as people.

And like he said let's look at meritocracy not mediocrity of what Achebe memoirs is all about.
Happy reading...
http://ufuomaegbamuno.blogspot.com/2012/10/nigeria-and-much-ado-about-nothing-my_6015.html   

Kanye West Top Honours at BET HIP HOP AWARDS 2012

Kanye West retained his throne at the BET HIP HOP AWARDS, winning an impressive 7 awards, including Best Live Performer and Producer of the Year, at the seventh annual awards held
in Atlanta, Georgia.  2 Chainz had a great night too, taking home
three trophies, including the People's Champ Award and Rookie of the
Year as well as performing at the show.  Rick Ross beat heavy-hitter
Jay-Z for MVP of the Year, but Hov's business acumen earned him the
Hustler of the Year title.

The BET HIP HOP AWARDS premieres across Africa on Saturday 13 October


Kendrick Lamar provided the biggest upset of the night, when the
rookie rapper bested veterans Nas, Jay-Z and Kanye West for Lyricist
of the Year, while Drake and Lil Wayne earned the top spot in the
Video of the Year category for their "HYFR" clip.

Hosted by US funnyman Mike Epps, the BET HIP HOP AWARDS delivered an
exceptional night filled with Hip Hop’s biggest stars and highly
anticipated performances.  Wiz Khalifa opened the show with a
performance of “Work Hard / Play Hard” featuring Juicy J and Young
Jeezy accompanied by a live band.

GREEN AND WHITE GROOVE RETURNS...DJ JIMMY JATT, KENNIS ALL STARS TO PERFORM

As Nigeria clocks 52 on Monday October 1, Encomium Weekly and Primetime Entertainment are rolling out the green carpet for the annual Green and White Groove.

The famous independence party, put together to celebrate Nigeria and Nigerians has become one of the most important events on October 1. And the organizers say it promises to get even better this year - with more star performances, higher celeb attendance, a new, improved venue, and thousands of patriotic Nigerians coming out to celebrate their country.

Publisher, Encomium magazine, Kunle Bakare assures it is going to be the biggest, most exciting party celebrating the most populous Nation’s independence anniversary.

Publisher, Encomium, Kunle Bakare

Already confirmed for the Monday October 1 event are superstar DJs Jimmy JATT and Vinnie, as well as the Kennis Music All Stars.

‘We’re having a dance and a party’, says Primetime’s Keke Ogungbe who adds that the event will be broadcast live on the Kennis Channel on Startimes.

The Green and White Groove will hold between 4 and 10pm on Monday October 1, at Anchor Event Place, Agidingbi, in Ikeja, Lagos. ‘Lagos will rock for six hours uninterrupted on Monday’, adds Keke’s partner Dayo Adeneye.

Guests, the organizers say, are drawn from pillars of comedy to giants of music and movies, serious professionals to incorrigible activists, super stars, uncommon entrepreneurs, to proud, positive Nigerians in all fields.

M.I AND NAETO C IN FIRST-EVER PERFORMANCE

It promises to be a sweat-soaking time as two of Nigeira's favorite rappers, M.I and Naeto C make their very first Hennessy Artistry club appearance at Deuces Nightclub.

This will be the first time both rappers will perform the Hennessy Artistry theme song to an exclusive audience since the release of the track and video in August.

The invite only event promises to be a classic experience for music fans and lovers of the Hennessy brand. The event will also see Hennessy Artistry supporting acts; DammyKrane and Burna Boy perform alongside M.I and Naeto C.

M.I and Naeto C were announced as headliners for the annual music initiative, Hennessy Artistry on July 20, 2012. Both rappers then went ahead to release the historic Hennessy Artistry collaboration track, “Bartender”. The video for the hit track directed by Clarence Peters has gone on to dominate playlists on TV platforms in Nigeria and beyond.

Mr Incredible and Omawumi to host 'The Headies'

The organizers of ‘The Headies’ have picked Singer/ song writer Omawumi Megbele and foremost rapper/producer M.I Abaga as host for the 7th edition of  awards.

the pair were selected in line with the awards’ tradition of picking ‘talented and inspiring entertainers, to front an awards ceremony that parades some of the continent’s biggest entertainers’.

For Omawumi in 2008 she released her debut single ‘In the music’ which caught across the globe and won “The Next Rated” award in 2008 Hip-Hop award which is now referred to as The Headies.

The Chocolate-City rapper a total of 9 awards at The Headies.

The event which is one of the most anticipated events in the entertainment world started in 2006, as Hip-Hop award and in 2011 was later changed to The Headies.

The Headies organizers said this year’s event will hold October 20, 2012, at the Eko Hotel and Suites.

D’Banj Causes Stampede at London Concert …Opens British Singer Rita Ora’s first UK Tour

Dbanj and Rita

Africa’s quintessential pop star, D’banj gave yet another stunning performance at the opening leg of Rita Ora ’s first UK tour at The Scala  in Kings Cross, London to a sold out crowd.

The wildly enthusiastic crowd sang along with the multi-award winning entertainer, soaking in every minute of his electrifying set, and showing the Nigerian-born international star sincere love - many of them had kept vigil the night before in hopes of seeing him live.

21 year old British singer, Rita Ora, who was performing at her first headline concert, could not contain her excitement at D’banj’s performance. She tweeted “D’banj is killing it!!!! Guy’s I’m coming. I can’t wait to see all your faces!!!

D’banj, is currently enjoying an immensely successful international career and is billed to also tour the UK and US in the coming weeks.