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I Love Anything Afrobeats, I Love Burna Boy So Much – Shakira

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4 months ago

June 14, 2024

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In a recent interview with Rolling Stone, Shakira, the famous Colombian singer, dished out her love for African music, particularly Afrobeats. She described her musical style as a mix of many influences (eclectic), heartfelt (honest), and true to itself (real).

Shakira wasn’t shy about naming some of her favourite African artists. She gave a shoutout to Burna Boy and also mentioned her excitement about Tyla, a rising South African talent.

She said,

“If I could explain my taste in music in three words, I would say eclectic, honest and real.

I love anything Afrobeats. I like Tyla, I like Burna Boy, anything Afrobeats. But I love Burna so much.”

Shakira talking about how much of an African music & Afrobeat fan she is🎶🔥.
I like Tyla and I like Burna Boy but actually I love Burna Boy so much. pic.twitter.com/HWU6bAu7Wl

— BIGGY THA 7TH (@Big7Record) June 14, 2024

This isn’t the first time Shakira has shown appreciation for global music. Her career has been full of blending sounds from different cultures, so it makes sense that she would be drawn to the vibrant energy of Afrobeats.

Burna Boy is a heavyweight in the Afrobeats scene, known for his music style and energetic live shows. He’s been selling out stadiums worldwide and making history with his achievements. Tyla, on the other hand, is a new voice coming out of South Africa. Shakira’s acknowledgement of her potential shows that she has a keen eye for spotting rising talent.

Shakira’s love for Afrobeats is a great example of how music can transcend borders and languages.

It shows that good music is good music, no matter where it comes from. Afrobeats has been taking the world by storm in recent years. With artists like Shakira championing the genre, it’s sure to continue growing in popularity.

This love for Afrobeats could also lead to future collaborations between Shakira and some Afrobeats artists. It wouldn’t be surprising to see her team up with Burna Boy on a track. Only time will tell, but one thing’s for sure: Shakira’s a big fan of Afrobeats, and that’s a great thing for the genre’s global exposure.

Shakira’s song “Waka Waka (This Time For Africa)” was the official song for the 2010 World Cup in South Africa. She included a part of a different song in her music.

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Falz’s Sister, Folakemi Falana Slams Verydarkman Over Defamatory Statements

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11 hours ago

September 27, 2024

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Folakemi Falana, Falz’s sister, has come to her brother’s defence in the ongoing dispute with social media personality Verydarkman. Verydarkman has made defamatory claims that Falz and his father helped Bobrisky avoid legal trouble. Folakemi says these accusations are baseless and damaging to her family’s reputation.

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In a lengthy Instagram post, Folakemi emphasized her family’s commitment to justice and integrity. She stressed that her brother and father have dedicated their lives to upholding the rule of law and fighting for the rights of the marginalized.

Folakemi argued that these false accusations are harmful to Falz and her father. Also, she stated the accusations undermine their years of hard work and dedication to their profession.

Folakemi Falana called on Verydarkman to retract his defamatory statements and apologize for spreading false information.

She warned that her family would not tolerate such malicious attacks on their character and reputation.

“My parents and our firm, Falana & Falana have been applying for presidential pardons for Nigerians absolutely FREE way before a lot of you were born or before you could talk. Slide 1 is from 2016 and Slide 2 is from 2022. It’s crazy that some Nigerians act like they can’t read or think for themselves. It’s unfortunate.”

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Folakemi criticized some Nigerians for their lack of critical thinking. She expressed disappointment that many people are willing to believe unfounded accusations without considering the evidence or the credibility of the source.

“It’s even crazier that all it takes is for a ridiculous character like VDM to accuse my dad and Falz of bribery, corruption and perversion of the course of Justice and you suddenly forget who they are and what they stand for. For him to have the audacity to go as far as even accusing Falz of being homosexual and having an affair with Bobrisky is wild. The fact that some of you actually believe it, is what is blowing my mind…” she added.

She concluded,“Seeing as you have refused to do the needful, @verydarkblackman see you in court.”

This latest development adds another layer of complexity to the ongoing dispute between Falz and Verydarkman. It remains to be seen how Verydarkman will respond to Folakemi’s strong defence of her brother and father.

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Falz Issues Ultimatum To Verydarkman Over Defamatory Statements Against Him

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12 hours ago

September 27, 2024

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Nigerian rapper Falz has given social media personality Verydarkman a 24-hour ultimatum. He told him to retract defamatory statements accusing him of aiding Bobrisky in dropping money laundering charges.

The ultimatum follows viral audio released by Verydarkman on September 24, 2024. In the video, Bobrisky claimed that some EFCC officers received a ₦15 million bribe to drop the charges against him. Bobrisky also alleged that a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) and his son helped secure his release from prison.

Verydarkman then made a shocking allegation. He claimed that Falz and his father, renowned SAN Femi Falana, were behind Bobrisky’s ordeal. This allegation sparked widespread discussion and controversy on social media. This made Falz quickly become a trending topic.

VeryDarkMan releases voice call of Bobrisky allegdedly admitting to have paid EFCC N15 Million to drop the money laundring charges that was filed against him; narrates Falz and his father, Femi Falana’s involvement.
pic.twitter.com/wIbl6E4cgi

— YabaLeftOnline (@yabaleftonline) September 24, 2024

In a legal document posted to his Instagram on September 25, 2024, Falz demanded that Verydarkman retract the defamatory statements.

Also, he is to issue a public apology within 24 hours. Falz emphasized that the allegations were false and damaging to his reputation.

Falz has stated that he will take legal action against Verydarkman to protect his name and reputation. This is if Verydarkman fails to comply with the ultimatum.

The statement read in part,

“The entire publication was a vicious, wicked and reckless ploy to impugn the reputation of our client and lower him in the estimation of right-thinking members of the public. We, therefore, demand an immediate retraction of the offensive and derogatory publication as well as an apology prominently published on all the platforms to which you have disseminated it without any justification whatsoever.”

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“Be advised that if we do not receive your formal retraction and apology as demanded within 24 (twenty-four) hours of the receipt hereof, we shall proceed with our client’s instructions to seek appropriate legal remedies, including monetary damages, against you for your incendiary publication and dissemination of defamatory statements.”

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Ex-Housemates Return To BBNaija 9, “No Loose Guard” House

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12 hours ago

September 27, 2024

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Just when we thought BBNaija 9 might be the dullest yet, Biggie hit us with an unexpected twist—former housemates have returned to shake things up. Their entrance injected fresh drama, reviving the excitement that had been missing.

BBNaija thrives on the tension and unpredictability created by the housemates’ diverse personalities. This mix of characters fuels a rollercoaster of emotions for viewers, blending excitement with anticipation. The decision to bring back past contestants has been a hit with the public, especially as this season had been losing steam.

The return of Chinwe, Rhuthie, and Dami left the housemates stunned, confused, and frustrated. Wasting no time, the trio immediately started stirring trouble. Dami’s sudden closeness to Topher raised eyebrows among both viewers and housemates.

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Topher, despite being in a relationship with Anita, once had a connection with Dami. That intimate hug from behind hinted at the possibility of rekindling old flames, leaving viewers wondering if Dami could break up the couple.

Meanwhile, Chinwe, my favourite schemer of the season, is back to her old tricks. She wasted no time dragging poor Nelly into the chaos simply because Nelly ignored everyone’s warnings. Chinwe seems more than ready to take control of the house once again.

Amid all the commotion, Wanni stood out by staying seated, clearly avoiding a confrontation. Whether she was holding back to prevent a fight that might get her evicted or simply choosing to stay calm, her restraint was remarkable.

Rhuthie, however, has her own agenda, and we’re glued to our screens to see what she has planned. After all, these two have a history, and their rivalry could erupt at any moment.

BBNaija’s success has always been rooted in its embrace of drama. The show thrives on emotional outbursts and the unpredictable behaviour of its contestants. By bringing back former housemates, the producers have raised the stakes. Old alliances and rivalries from previous seasons add new layers of complexity, making everyone’s strategies harder to read.

The big question now is whether these returning BBNaija 9 housemates will team up with the current contestants or use their knowledge of the outside world to manipulate the game to their advantage.