NEWS

“Ikoyi Whistle-Blower Will Be Paid This Month” – Adeosun

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6 years ago

November 13, 2017

The Minister of Finance, Mrs Kemi Adeosun, on Sunday said that the whistle-blower who informed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission of the N13bn recovered from an Ikoyi apartment in Lagos would be paid this month.

Adeosun said this in a statement issued by her Special Adviser, Media and Communications, Mr Oluyinka Akintunde.

She denied claims that the government had withheld any fund due to any whistle-blower, adding that the delay was caused by the administrative procedures that must be fulfilled before such funds are released.

The statement read in part, “The attention of the Honourable Minister of Finance, Mrs. Kemi Adeosun, has been drawn to media reports surrounding the payment to a whistleblower, who provided the tips that led to the recovery of funds stashed away in a property in Ikoyi, Lagos State.

“The Honourable Minister wishes to state unequivocally that the Federal Government has not withheld any fund due to any whistleblower.

“The ministry has in place detailed procedures for processing payments due under the whistleblower policy.

“The procedures were designed to prevent abuse and legal disputes and to ensure protection of the information providers.

“These procedures include an application by the agency who recovered the funds including evidence of the recovery, confirmation that there are no pending legal issues on the recovery, verification of the identity of the information provider, calculation of the amount payable and computation of relevant taxes.

“It must be stated also that payments are made in monthly batches to ensure control and to protect the identity of information providers.

“To date, over 20 of such persons have been paid. From available records, the payment due on Ikoyi is among those being processed in the November batch, which will be released within the current month.”

Adeosun restated that the whistleblowing policy of the Federal Government remains one of the current administration’s successful initiatives and that the government was fully committed to ensuring that all those who responded to the policy and partnered with it in the recovery effort are paid in full and most importantly have their identity protected.

The whistleblower policy was introduced in December 2016 by the Federal Government as part of the initiatives to wage war against corruption.

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MUSIC

Is Rotimi The First Artist To Bring Afrobeats To The United States?

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11 hours ago

April 24, 2024

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Singer Rotimi went on a podcast, the “85 South Show Podcast,” to talk about his career success.

Rotimi also discussed his role in bringing Afrobeats, a music genre with African roots, to the attention of American audiences.

Rotimi claims he was the first artist to introduce Afrobeats-inspired music in the US. This was even before collaborations with international artists became popular and helped spread Afrobeats globally (“Afrobeats to the World” movement).

Interestingly, Rotimi mixes R&B with Afrobeats in his own music. He even mentioned a song called “Love Riddim” that he released in 2018. Unfortunately, radio stations didn’t accept it well because of the Afrobeats sound.

“I remember bringing ‘Love Riddim’ to the radio stations in 2018 and the program director was like ‘This is not good’. They didn’t even understand it and this was before Wiz (Wizkid) got the record with Drake,” Rotimi narrates. “I can comfortably say I brought Afrobeats to America,” he added.

Rotimi deserves credit for contributing to the rise of Afrobeats in the US, particularly in the early stages when it was gaining a foothold. However, some might contest his claim of single-handedly introducing the genre.

Several Afrobeats tracks achieved success in the US before Rotimi’s breakthrough. Ayo Jay‘s “Your Number” (2015) stands out as the first Afrobeats song to chart on the Billboard R&B/Airplay chart without a collaboration with another artist.

Wizkid, another Nigerian artist, also enjoyed significant recognition through collaborations with Drake on “One Dance” (2016) and “Come Closer” (2017). These tracks gained immense popularity and played a role in bringing Afrobeats to the forefront of Western audiences.

Davido, another Afrobeats heavyweight, notched hits with “If” and “Fall” (both released in 2017).

Notably, “Fall” was one of the first Afrobeats songs to achieve platinum certification in the US.

The groundwork for Afrobeats’ US success can be traced back even further. Big names in the Afrobeats scene like 2Baba, P-Square, and D’banj actively collaborated with American stars like T-Pain, Rick Ross, T.I., and Snoop Dogg. D’banj even secured a record deal with Kanye West’s Good Music label.

These collaborations served as a bridge, introducing American audiences to Afrobeats and fostering their early popularity in the US.

In conclusion, the surge of Afrobeats in the US during the 2010s wasn’t solely driven by one artist. It stemmed from a confluence of factors: the rise of social media platforms, the accessibility provided by music streaming services, and most importantly, the collaborative efforts of numerous talented Afrobeats musicians.

While Rotimi’s music undoubtedly played a part in this growth, the overall success of Afrobeats in the US is a testament to the collective power of the entire Afrobeats movement.

Watch Rotimi’s full interview on the 85 South Show Podcast below.

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MOVIES

Funke Akindele Brings Back Jenifa With New Series “Everybody Loves Jenifa”

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20 hours ago

April 24, 2024

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Calling all Jenifa’s Diary fans! Get ready for a fresh serving of laughter with the return of your favourite comedy series. The show is getting a makeover, complete with a brand new name: “Everybody Loves Jenifa.”

This is fantastic news for fans who have been following the hilarious journey of Jenifa since her first appearance in 2008. The character, created by the talented Funke Akindele, proved to be a scene-stealer, and she quickly landed her own television series, “Jenifa’s Diary,” in 2015.

The show chronicled the adventures of Jenifa, a naive yet funny character, and it resonated with audiences, making it a ratings hit.

But the Jenifa series extends far beyond the original series. The character’s popularity spawned a whole franchise, allowing viewers to see different sides of Jenifa.

In 2011, fans were treated to “Return of Jenifa,” a sequel to the original movie. Then came “Aiyetoro Town” (2019), a spin-off series that transported audiences to Jenifa’s village, offering a glimpse into her roots. Even the challenges of a global pandemic couldn’t keep Jenifa down.

In 2021, a special titled “Jenifa on Lockdown” gave fans a hilarious look at how Jenifa was coping with the new normal.

By December 2024, Jenifa would be back for another round of laughs with “Everybody Loves Jenifa.” This new title hints at the universal appeal of the character and the series’ promise to deliver side-splitting comedy once again.

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Whether you’re a longtime Jenifa devotee or a new viewer curious about the buzz, “Everybody Loves Jenifa” is sure to tickle your funny bone. So get ready to join the crowd and celebrate the return of this character!

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ENTERTAINMENT

Hilda Baci Responds To VeryDarkMan’s Allegations Of Fraud

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20 hours ago

April 24, 2024

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A social media influencer named VeryDarkMan accused Nigerian chef Hilda Baci of scamming people who paid for her online cooking class but never received access.

Hilda Baci, who holds a Guinness World Record, isn’t taking these claims lightly. On April 23rd, 2024, she fought back against the accusations. Baci posted a screen recording of her online cooking class in action. The video showed activity within the online platform, including new students joining, media being shared, and overall engagement—all evidence to counter the claims that the class wasn’t happening.

Her caption read, “5880 active students, 156 recipes already posted, comprehensive editing class done, plating class done, official assignment given. LOL.”

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Social media influencer VeryDarkMan didn’t hold back in his accusations. He went even further, suggesting this might be a criminal offence, specifically “obtaining money under false pretences.” This means VeryDarkMan believes Baci took people’s money with the promise of a class but didn’t deliver.

He said,

“Hilda Baci, you have worked so hard for your brand but it’s as though you’re trying to spoil the reputation of your brand. What you’re doing now is giving ‘Obtaining under false pretense’ which is fraud, by the way. You can’t collect money from a lot of people for something and then not do it and you’re not even addressing it.”

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“You collected money for an online cooking class which was meant to start on the 22nd. But on the 22nd you didn’t start. You posted that registration closed on the 28th of March and since then you’ve been quiet. Don’t you see all the women complaining in the comment section? This is giving fraud. You can’t collect money from people and just ghost them,” he added.

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