Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) is currently Africa’s answer to Oscars.
The event which award stars outstanding achievement in television and film, also provides as a hot bed for African celebrities, predominantly Nigerians to show off their fanciful attire.
Celebrity men did not get outshone by the women. One man who sure of that was Continue reading
With covid-19 lockdown lifted, South African DJ and record producer MasterKG, the artist behind hit single Jerusalema will be performing in London and Manchester.
Get your tickets here Continue reading
Fresh from his win for Best International Artist at the Grammys, Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu aka Burna Boy will be performing at the The O2 Arena as part of the Welcome Back Show since Covid-19 began.
The #EndSars protests is heating up as Nigerian citizens and celebrities worldwide join forces in calling for the end of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad of Nigeria.
The UK’s version of the protest will be taking place at Continue reading
For the first time in its 54 year history, Notting-Hill has gone online due to corona virus pandemic.
Here is how you can watch it live between 29th August 2020 – 31st August 2020.
You can watch the show running through right now until til later today here brought to you by Let’s GoDo. The show is also available to watch live on YouTube.
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Our staple event of the valentine season is back.
Basketmouth is coming in 2020 to sprinkle laughter among lovers and all kinds of people in Manchester for the 11th year running.
Like last year, the theme of the show is Son of Peter and Mr Okpocha will be bringing the best of his comedies as usual.
Get your tickets below!!! Continue reading
Our staple event of the valentine season is back.
Basketmouth is coming in 2020 to sprinkle laughter among lovers and people in London.
Like last year, the theme of the show is Son of Peter and Mr Okpocha will be bringing the best of his comedies as usual.
Get your tickets below!!! Continue reading
Calling all Edos to one of the best festivals in diaspora – The Edo Festival and Awards of 2019.
Following its successful run for the last 7 consecutive years, the festival is back to celebrate all things Edo with entertainment events and entertainment to include cultural dance, live band, fashion show, exhibition, comedy and much more.
Hosted by JJ Barry and friends, the event which has previously seen the likes of Benin Great musician Akobe, Dion Osagie and many more famous faces is sure to be an evening to remember.
Following the sell out success of the USA leg, gbese King’s Burna Boy will be coming to perform the UK leg of his African Giant tour in November.
The Nigerian artist who just released his latest single, Gum body with Jorja Smith will be entertaining fans with his music many of which have been 2019’s worldwide national anthem including; On the Low, Dangote, KIlling DEm featuring Zlatan and much more.
Four UK locations have been confirm – London, Birming, Manchester and Leicester.
Our staple event of the valentine season – Basketmouth comedy show is back in Manchester, February 2019 for its 10th year.
This year however has a different location and format as the tagline – Son of Peter – suggests.
Bright Okpocha aka Basketmouth will be performing a live Continue reading
Our staple event of the valentine season – Basketmouth comedy show is back in Birmingham, February 2019 for its 10th year.
This year however has a different location and format as the tagline – Son of Peter – suggests.
Bright Okpocha aka Basketmouth will be performing a live Continue reading
Our staple event of the valentine season – Basketmouth comedy show is back in London, February 2019 for its 10th year.
This year however has a different location and format as the tagline – Son of Peter – suggests.
Bright Okpocha aka Basketmouth will be performing a live one-man show for the very first time at Greenwich’s Indigo O2 with a theme surrounding his life as a son of peter.
SEE: Basketmouth Valentine’s comedy show in Manchester – February 2018
In previous years, Basketmouth comedy show featured different artists and comedian. No suggestions that there will be guest appearances, there will be music and his previous one-man shows has been a sold-out success
Get your tickets below!!!
Date + Time: 7.00pm – 11.30pm, Sun 10th February
Venue: London indigO at the O2
in Greenwich, London, SE10 0AX
Price: From £18.75
Genre: Afro, Nigerian, Music, Comedy, Events
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Valentine’s day may seem a long time away, but it is just over 2 months away before Basketmouth returns to unite and make UK comedy lovers laugh at the pretigious Hilton hotel, Manchester.
Last year’s huge number of turnouts in London secured an immediate date for 2018, with Manchester’s Hilton the hotspot for the event.
Confirmation of Wo specialist – YBNL’s Olamide – means the £19 early birds tickets may finish quicker than expected, and Ugandan comedian, Patrick Salvado is also billed.
Date + Time: 6.00pm – 11pm, Sun 9th February Continue reading
Valentine’s day may seem a long time away, but it is just over 2 months away before Basketmouth returns to unite and make UK comedy lovers laugh.
With nearly 10,000 people turning up earlier, it successes delivered an instant date for next year 2018, with 2 dates for 2 different locations confirmed.
Confirmation of ‘Wo’ artist – YBNL’s Olamide – means the £19 early birds tickets may finish quicker than expected, and Ugandan comedian, Patrick Salvado is also billed.
Date + Time: 6.00pm – 11pm, Sun 11th February Continue reading
Oya oya ask your mummy
Awon eleyi awon eleyi won bad gon
Oya oya ask your daddy
Awon eleyi awon eleyi won bad
Wizkid: ‘Don’t Dull’
Crowds gathered at Lagos Corner and RBMA ‘culture clash’ soundsystem to enjoy Naija vibes at the Notting Carnival 2017.
Global music instituition, Red Bull’s Music Academy (RBMA) hosted a variety of stars – Ludacris, Continue reading
The Notting Hill Carnival has arrived!
As usual Nigeria Corner will continue to take its spot at the event, but Wizkid has only recently been confirmed to make an appearance – at a different stand.
While the Corner holds at Adela Street from 12pm to 7pm, Wizkid will be at Continue reading
On Sunday 13th August, The African Pride Awards took place to acknowledged beautiful, handsome Black Stars making waves on British soil.
See the full list of winners and nominees at The African Pride Awards 2017
Popular faces graced the 5* Montcalm Hotel in Park Lane, London, in their attires.
Some looked like they forgot the memo while others outshone, bringing their A-games. Here are the dapper men and beautifully dressed women at African Pride Awards 2017. Continue reading
Competition lines were drawn on Saturday, as Black stars gathered at the 2nd African Pride Awards 2017 in London, to discover who won the reputable #APA trophy.
Four to five Black celebrities considered top of their games were put in categories to be nominated by the public.
It was artists like Maleek Berry vs Stormzy in one category, comedians – Mike Dapaah vs Mikes Comedyy, Youtube queens Estare vs Grace Ajilore.
Who came out on top? Find out below Continue reading
It’s only been a few months since thousands flocked in their masses to the SSE Arena for some Basketmouth and friends laughter, but the 2018 follow up is ready.
Owing to this year’s success, the 2018 version is going bigger with 3 different locations – Birmingham, Manchester and London – on 3 dates. Early bird tickets starting at Continue reading
London Carnival is nearly upon us, commencing from 26th August for three days, and right in the middle is Okey Bakassi and friends serving laughter.
Basketmouth and the usual popular funny comedian are scheduled to appear meaning this particular weekend will not be dulling at all. Check out the details below.
Date + Time: 5.00pm – 11pm, Sun 27th August Continue reading
Women influencing and contributing change to society were celebrated at the Women 4 Africa 2017 Awards held on 20th May in Kensington.
Funke Akindele, Amara Kanu (Kanu Nwankwo’s wife) and more hailing from Continue reading
Aki & Paw Paw went live and direct in London, Manchester and Birmingham to entertain fans in the bank holiday weekend as promised.
They also promised to bring 7 of their friends many of whom were missing in action.
Notable no-show stars were Continue reading
Africa came to London!!! Africa literally came to London and shut it down!
But there were 2 clear winning performers of the night. Take a guess. Continue reading
Buchi and friends are coming!
Date + Time: 6pm – 11pm, Mon 29th May 2017 Continue reading
Its coming to London, Birmingham and of course, Manchester. Some of the biggest comedians and musician will be there.
AY will be there
I go Die will be there
Mercy Johnson will be hosting and even Harrysong on the mic.
Check out the full list of entertaining guests and get your (cheapest) ticket as soon as is possible.
Date + Time: 6.30pm – 11pm, Sun 29th May (London) Continue reading
Its got to be the biggest comedy show yet guaranteed to literally laugh-cry, cry-laugh. Naija’s most funniest duo Aki and Paw Paw take their friends to Birmingham.
Check out the full list of entertaining guests and get your (cheapest) ticket as soon as is possible.
Date + Time: 6.30pm – 11pm, Sun 27th May (London) Continue reading
Its got to be the biggest comedy show yet guaranteed to literally laugh-cry, cry-laugh. Aside from one of the most loved, funniest comedy duos – Aki & Paw Paw :
Just check out the full list and get your (cheapest) ticket as soon as is possible.
Date + Time: 6.30pm – 11pm, Mon 28th May (London) Continue reading
Arese Agwu, author of Smart Money Woman is coming to London on a book tour and she has advertised for photographers and video-graphers.
Do you have what it takes to take part in the project? Perhaps you know someone that do. See poster below for details.
The roles are for Arese’s upcoming book tour in London.
Following her financial-advice book, Smart Money Woman, Arese is coming on tour to London to share successful tips.
At approximately £36 to attend, the event may be pricey but Arese and her host, Seun have promised to discuss the smart money lessons within the book, investment opportunities in Nigeria including real estate offerings and banking, and give out signed copies while sipping on cocktails with canapes.
Date + Time: 7.00pm, Fri 17th March 2017 Continue reading
Some celebrity men at last night’s Africa Magic Viewer’s Choice Award, like the women, did not come out to play.
Adunni Ade made sure her boys stood out from the crowd, Nollywood legend, sir Olu Jacobs represented in a contemporary agbada and the detail in IK Ogbonna’s suit…
Here are some of the men and outfits worn to #AMVCA 2017 Continue reading
Basketmouth Valentine comedy show just happened, the next one is in March featuring Lolo1, then this show and laugh it out loud, the comedies are coming in non-stop.
Here is your next dose of laughter – Funnybone Untamed.
Date + Time: 5pm – 11pm, Fri 14th April 2017 Continue reading
A family friendly show for couples and singles to go, laugh and get entertained.
Hosted by chief organiser, Dazzling Daizy and comedian Dee-One for the 4th year running, the event will bring together comedians, singers and entertainers from all around UK.
Date + Time: 5.30pm, Sun 30th April 2017 Continue reading
Reekado banks was not present at his and Runtown’s billed concert because:
Reekado banks could not make the show due to visa issues but the game was stepped up last night when WizKid took his place, bringing the concert’s roof down.
Check pictures and video below.
Huge promotion has been taking place to get 10,000 lovers to mingle and laugh at his show, even involving ‘The Queen’ and now he is here to do his job.
He arrived London yesterday, visited The Beat FM studios, then attended church today with his Elsie before appearing on LondonLive channel for more promotion.
One of the biggest comedy show in town, star guests Continue reading
A picture showing Nigerian members at the Nigeria High Commision UK alledging staging a protest in the name of #Istandwithnigeria is fake.
Here is a video from today at Nigeria UK high commission. TbH I was excited cus I thought I could join the protest only to find this… pic.twitter.com/qPbSHU6v3O
— One Nigerian Britico (@Bestthebritico) February 6, 2017
The story was started by Secret Reporters who have Continue reading
It is only 4 months away but there is just about enough time to plan, save and turnt up to one of the grooviest summer festival of the year.
Hosted by newly engaged King of R&B, Banky W, with some of the most popular artists performing live, organisers are sure prepping this night to be one to remember.
Date + Time: Doors open 7pm, 13th May 2017 Continue reading
Billionaire’s daughter DJ Cuppy only recently landed in London after partying with the stars in Naija and Ghana.
No sooner was she spotted DJing for record music label RVMG at the ‘Tea with the plastic boy’ event for gay fashion blogger Gary aka Plastic Boy.
Runtown and Reekado Banks are bringing their gangs to Indigo O2. Are you game?
See details below⬇⬇
Date + Time: Doors open 7pm, 12th Feb 2017
Venue: Indigo @ The o2 London SE10 0DX
Price: From £25 (plus fees)
Genre: Afro, Nigerian, Music, Events
Contact: +44 7727004949 | 07557477825
Where to get tickets:
Binis in the UK with special guests including Funmi Shittu celebrates Oba Ewuare II of Benin Kingdom who was coronated in Nigeria on Oct 2016.
In case you missed it, here is a video summary of how it went down.
ICEPRINCE is looking forward to thrilling fans around the UK with classic hits like Magican, Juju, superstar and OLEKU, to name a few. London will be his first stop with him saying: “The UK has been a second home to me and I’m very excited to be coming back to see my fans with new music and of course my classic hits too”.
The concert will be hosted by the award winning Capital xtra Abrantee and here are all you need to watch him perform: Continue reading
For people working as hair and beauty entrepreneurs, the event provides an opportunity to gather together and discuss how to build better businesses that create solutions that matter in our increasingly tech enabled world.
Date: 6:30pm – 9:00pm, Thurs 26th January 2017
Venue: Work.Life Camden, 13 Hawley Crescent, Camden, London, NW1 8NP
Price range: FREE
Genre: Afro, Cultural, Events
Book tickets: Click here
Contact: Toyin@doitnownow.com
Refreshments will be available at the event. A photographer will be present capturing the happenings and there will be an opportunity for you to get further involved in the many opportunities connected to the Startups for Africa community.
If you are interested in knowing the behind the scenes magic that takes place, you have an interest in social media, videography, event planning, etc, then we would love to hear from you.
Date: 7th January 2017
Venue: The Links Community Centre, 353 Rotherhithe New Road London SE16 3HF
Price range: £50
Genre: Afro, Nigerian, Cultural, Events
Contact: 07943424425 / 07957320642
Date: 26th March 2017
Venue: The Light house hall, 264-274 Camberwell Road, London SE5 0EZ
Price range: £20 – £50
Genre: Afro, Nigerian, Comedy, Events
Contact: 07462539217
Buy and Pay by Cash: N/A
Book Online: Shoobs
Guests: Kenny Blaq and Niyi Akin
Date: 14th Feb 2017 -Valentine’s Day
Venue: THE SSE ARENA, WEMBLEY
Price range: £25 – £55
Genre: Afro, Nigerian, Comedy, Events
Contact: 02089531219 / 07436803502 / 07940205626
Buy and Pay by Cash: All Tasty’s outlets — Obalende Suya spot (Peckham) — LeJoint (Old Kent Rd) — Tomi’s Kitchen (Deptford) — Mamacass (Burnt Oak) — Enish Restaurant (Lewisham)
Book Online: Cokobar
Click to access and book on Eventbrite.
The diverse multicultural city of Peckham aka ‘Little Lagos’- the home of many Nigerians in the UK – is popular for its low competitive prices of mainly african food, hair and nails, and SharedCity, the tourist company behind the tour is charging £15 if you are interested in learning more about the area.
The price also includes drinks and tasty snacks are included in the price, but if e no include travel, you may want to check google map first (plus street view), take small tour by yourself and save your money!
If that’s you, here are the details…
Laughter is the joy of life and AY is coming help us keep that sanity.
When: Saturday, 3rd, December, 2016
Where: Lighthouse Hall, 262 Camberwell Road, SE5 0DL Continue reading
Part of the reason I do this blog is to find out what’s up with the Naija scene in London.
I hardly hear of these, so I am excited about this find. Ok, it is not happening until next year, but it is child-friendly.
