ENKAY, popular lead vocalist of award winning Gospel group, Tehila Crew is gearing up for the release of her upcoming debut solo album, THE KINGDOM ANTHEM.
As a prelude to the unveiling of the album, Enkay has just released two singles including the captivating collaboration single, "I NEED YOU", featuring two award-winning female artists, Nikki Laoye and Onos.
Produced by ace music maestro, Wilson Joel and with its easy chorus in the very pleasant Hausa Language, this heartfelt piece expresses our total dependence on the love and grace of our heavenly Father.
The second single added as a bonus track is "BLESS MY HOME".
Produced by Eljamin, this groovy highlife piece is a wedding song that reminds all newly weds and new budding families to continually seek the signature, stamp and blessings of God on their homes and relationships.
Enkay's solo debut, The Kingdom Anthem is a 10 track album which also features collaborations with top notch gospel artistes including Sammie Okposo,Tim Tehila and production signatures of renowned music producers such as Wilson Joel, Phat E, Chris Jones and Eljamin.
The album hits online stores and shops in September 2015.
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Yemi Alade and her band landed at London Heathrow Airport yesterday 26th August for her debut performance at Dance Afrique Summerfest 2015. Taking place today Friday 28th August 2015, where she would be performing alongside South African superstars Mafikizolo and International Recording Artiste and business mogul Akon.
September 11, 2015 will certainly be a day to remember...Keep the date !!
Hosted by Enkay & the Tehila Crew, the ALABANZA concert features American Grammy Nominated and Stellar Award winning Singer, Kierra "Kiki" Sheard" alongside Top Nigerian Gospel & Inspirational artistes - Uche Agu (USA), Sammie Okposo, Nathaniel Bassey, Nikki Laoye, Chiika 100%, Onos, PITA, Efe Nathan, Tony Adoki, Enitan Adaba, Bukola Bekes and many more.
The concert holds at the City of David Parish of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Victoria Island on the 11th of September, 2015 from 9pm till dawn.
The ALABANZA concert is bound to be an explosive night of praise, worship, dance and contemporary inspirational music at its best. You don't want to miss this!!!
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Following a successful outing in December, Yada Magazine is proud to present "Stripped: A Love Story." The event is a musical outreach aimed at showing love and we would be doing so to the Little Saints Orphanage. Come September 5th Toeyoursea, Mykey, Temitayo George-Benson, IK Worships, Furilla Records All Stars, XL2Letters, Endi Ziki, Phrance, T-acoustic among others will thrill guests and kids of the orphanage.
Guests will come with their gifts and donations to the venue and all the proceeds made will be given to Little Saints Orphanage.
You can view the Love List here to see some of the items you can come with.
Since its inception on the 4th of June 1994, the orphanage has been a divine haven for more than a thousand orphans, abused and abandoned children. It was the first non-governmental indigenous orphanage approved by the Lagos state government.
“Veteran saxophonist and multiple award winning Nigeria international jazz artiste “Mike Aremu” has broken his eight years video drought with an intriguing and crispy visual to his recent single VOW, off his double album dubbed “Coat Of Many Colours”
The album “Coat of Many Colours” is Mike Aremu’s most recent album and features collaborations from the likes of MI, Chidinma, and Sasha P amongst others.
The entrancing VOW video was shot on a location in Oxford, England and was directed by the very resourceful director “ Uvi Orogun”.”
At the well attended World Humanitarian Day event at Oriental Hotel Lekki, Lagos, on the 19th of August 2015, singer/humanitarian NIKKI LAOYE received the Humanitarian Personality of the Year 2015 in recognition of her sincere devotion to humanitarian causes in the Country via her Angel 4 Life Foundation, an organisation committed to supporting the development and empowerment of people with disabilities (visually impaired and physically challenged youths) and people of National Concern (Internally Displaced Persons & Refugees).
A global day of recognition, World Humanitarian Day was celebrated in Nigeria by Nigeria/USA based organisation, World Hope Foundation with a special seminar and honorary awards event, tagged "The Nigeria Celebrities for Charity Awards", their annual event created to inspire celebrities, corporate organisations and everyday citizens to become involved in the generous act of giving.
The recipient will receive a creatively designed "Hands of Love" statuette with their name and award category engraved on 19th August of every year to commemorate the World Humanitarian Day.
After two years of research on Nigerian Celebrities working on Humanitarian causes, World Hope Foundation identified singer/humanitarian, Nikki Laoye as the most consistent celebrity serving on the field for the past five years with some of her foundation’s projects including The Isaac Olushola Educational Project for Students with Disabilities & The Buy A Cane Project (a mobility aid project for the visually impaired community).
World Hope Foundation also noted her recent role as the Celebrity Voice for federal government agency, NCFRMI SouthWest (National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons) in which Nikki Laoye and her foundation have been working with NCFRMI and other agencies via their humanitarian projects - "The Angel Relief Fund - TARF" and “School Without Walls Project” to further support the ongoing relief works for families displaced by the Boko Haram terror attacks from Northern Nigeria by providing food, clothes, medical supplies and also supporting the education of the children as they rebuild their lives in IDP camps across Nigeria.
L-R Mr Fola Kudehinbu (MD, FISD), Mr Oyebisi Oluseyi, Executive Director, Nigeria Network of NGOs and Mr Oludotun Olugbemi(CEO/Founder, World Hope Foundation).
The Gold plated "Hands of Love" Award plaque was presented to Nikki Laoye by Mr Fola Kudehinbu, MD Fountain Initiative for Social Development (FISD) and supported by the main speaker of the event, Mr Oyebisi Oluseyi, Executive Director, Nigeria Network of NGOs and Mr Oludotun Olugbemi(CEO/Founder, World Hope Foundation).
Nikki Laoye
This is Nikki Laoye’s third humanitarian award in recognition of her passion and service as an advocate for people with disabilities and persons of National concern (Internally Displaced Persons and Refugees).
Nikki Laoye, her husband, Alex Oturu and her mum, Mrs Yetunde Laoye
Nikki Laoye, husband - Alex Oturu, Mrs Laoye (Nikki's mum), Madam Magaret Ukegbu (NCFRMI Southwest Zonal Head) and members of staff of NCFRMI
Nikki Laoye and Nelson Ekperi (Music Consultant & Project Assistant, Angel 4 Life Foundation)
Also Present at the event also were the MC, Mrs Florence Karl Ogwu; Mr Babajide Abiola, Founder, 10 Codes Services; Madam Magaret Ukegbu (NCFRMI SouthWest Zonal Head) and some of NCFRMI staff; Mrs Yetunde Laoye (Nikki's mum); Mr Alexander Oturu (Nikki's husband); Barrister Tunde Laoye (CEO, L&A Legal Consultants/Wahala Media Entertainment); Nelson Ekperi (Music Consultant/Project Assistant, Angel 4 Life Foundation) and representatives of different NGOs and Charity organisations.
ABOUT WORLD HOPE FOUNDATION
World Hope Foundation is a Global not-for-profit public charitable organization, dedicated to the purpose of supporting relief and development projects in developing countries.
Registered both in Nigeria and USA, The Foundation was established to provide relief to those individuals and families devastated by poverty, illness, natural disasters, and conflict. Recently, our vision has been enlarged to include sustainable development and personal empowerment through the concept of “people helping people”.
A Registered Charity Organisation committed to the development and empowerment of people with disabilities (visually impaired and physically challenged youths) and people of National Concern (Internally Displaced Persons & Refugees).
After the release of The Magnified album (now on iTunes and other digital platforms) Eben releases a brand new, inspiring worship song titled "Alpha and Omega".
This song is sure to bring heaven down to any situation where it is played.
There is no limit, no impossibilities, no disadvantages with our God.
He is the God that opens every door,
He is the God that makes the lame to walk,
He is the God that makes the blind eyes see,
He is the one who gives us victory,
Alpha and Omega, we worship your name.
Declare these words in this song and see Him show Himself strong on your behalf..
Frank Edwards' Rocktown Records is proud to present the brand new single from her first lady, Divine, titled Extolment.
This soul-touching worship song is another great song from Divine and also produced by the Rocktown boss himself, Frank Edwards. It's a beautiful piece that once again shows Divine's impressive vocal skills as she extols the name of The Most High. Her impressive vocals and melody is accompanied by Frank's ever so masterful piano tunes and guitar riffs. This one is a must listen, so get familiar. Enjoy Extolment by Divine.
StephREDD released her soulful debut single “A Li’l While” to rave reviews in April 2015, and has been favoured by bloggers, OAPs and growing fans. The single with the thematic preoccupation of strength in the face of adversity has also raked in quite a number of testimonies and StephREDD has furthered the impact of the song by releasing a simple sing-along lyrics video to aid the acquaintance of the song by those who have been, and are still going to be inspired by the beautiful song.
The single with the richness of Negro Spiritual music was written by StephREDD in 2009 haven had to ‘wait’ a while’ herself in a place of uncertainty, confusion and fear of the possibilities of the future. StephREDD strongly believes that nothing is impossible to whosoever would believe enough, work-hard enough, pray enough and just ‘wait’ in position long enough to see the anticipated best come.
StephREDD (real name Stephanie Kadiri) is also a Bilingual Human Resources Professional with several local and international certifications. She is a compelling communicator, an impactful trainer, public speaker/compere and a writer. She is currently one of the Lead Vocalist at the House on the Rock Church in Lagos, Nigeria.
“A Li’l While” was produced by Rotimi Akinfewa a.k.a. Rotimikeys
From the stables of Zamar Entertainment comes three new exceptional singles by Multiple Award winning Recording Artist and GLO Ambassador, Sammie Okposo.
1.HIGH LOVE: Produced by Phat-E and Sammie Okposo
2. OBOTO (JIRO OGHENE): Produced by Charles Duke and Sammie Okposo
3. CHUKWU EBUBE: Produced by Phat-E and Sammie Okposo
The singles are from the much anticipated upcoming album, S.W.A.G (Saved With Amazing Grace) which will be released later this year.
After the successful release of the trending collaboration with award winning singer,Nikki Laoye - MIGHTY GOD, Sammie Okposo takes it a notch higher with the catchy collection of high praise in three different flavors as he creatively expresses his love and adoration for God in an unforgettable flow.
A must-have playlist indeed, you are bound to have each song on repeat.
And hey, Keep your calendars open, everyone!! The Sammie Okposo Praise Party Global Tour #SOPP is heading out soon to UK, USA, Canada and more cities worldwide.
Watch out for a city near you.
Listen, Download and Enjoy the three new singles and in case you missed it, the bonus track, Mighty God featuring Nikki Laoye.
Follow Sammie Okposo on Twitter and Instagram: @SammieOkposo
August 19th is celebrated worldwide as World Humanitarian Day, a day set aside to honor and recognize people who have dedicated their lives to help others via humanitarian causes.
For this year’s celebration in Nigeria, Recording Artist/Humanitarian, Nikki Laoye is being honored by World Hope Foundation, a Global not-for-profit public charitable organization, based in Nigeria and USA, at their World Humanitarian Day event, holding tomorrow, 19th of August 2015 at Oriental Hotel, Lekki Lagos.
As part of celebrations for this special day, The Organization in partnership with other interested stakeholders has organized a seminar tagged “Humanitarian Essential” to motivate and empower NGOs, Social Enterprises, Civil Society and Community Development groups in the country.
Nikki Laoye putting a smile on a baby at Kuchingoro IDP Camp, FCT
The Highlight of the seminar will be the conferment of the Nigerian Celebrity for Charity Award on Recording Artiste/Humanitarian, Nikki Laoye (Celebrity Voice, NCFRMI SouthWest) in recognition of her sincere devotion to humanitarian causes in the Country.
For the past five years, Nikki Laoye is renowned for her humanitarian projects via her Angel 4 Life Foundation, an organisation committed to supporting the development and empowerment of people with disabilities (visually impaired and physically challenged youths) and people of National Concern (Internally Displaced Persons & Refugees).
Some of her foundation’s projects include The Isaac Olushola Educational Project for Students with Disabilities; The Buy A Cane Project (a mobility aid project for the visually impaired community); #5KForKelechi (a fundraising project for paralytic scoliosis female, Kelechi Uhegwu) and Christmas Day Out with Nikki Laoye (a day of fun and trips for youths with disabilities).
Nikki Laoye handing out relief items to women and children at Kuchingoro IDP Camp, FCT
Last year, Nikki Laoye was made the Celebrity Voice for federal government agency, NCFRMI SouthWest (National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons) to bring to the forefront the activities of the NCFRMI as well as the plight of refugees, internally displaced persons and other persons of concern.
In line with her service as an ambassador for the commission, Nikki Laoye and her foundation have been working with NCFRMI and other agencies via their humanitarian projects - "The Angel Relief Fund - TARF" and “School Without Walls Project” to further support the ongoing relief works for displaced families from Northern Nigeria by providing food, clothes, medical supplies and also support the education of the children as they rebuild their lives in IDP camps across Nigeria.
This Award will be Nikki’s third humanitarian award in recognition of her passion and service as an advocate for people with disabilities and persons of National concern (Internally Displaced Persons and Refugees).
The Alabanza 2015 concert is fast approaching and everyone is looking forward to the highly anticipated night of high praise, deep worship and an exhilirating time of dance with the amazing artistes on the lineup for this year's edition.
With 20 artistes in one venue and one stage, this upcoming event is bound to be an unforgettable experience.
Look out for the posters and adverts on BRT buses, Radio and TV stations near you.
Here is the final official list of the artistes billed for ALABANZA CONCERT 3, holding on the 11th of September, 2015 at City of David (RCCG), Victoria Island Lagos.
- Grammy Nominated/Stellar Award winning artist, KIERRA SHEARD
Other artistes to perform include EFE NATHAN, BUKOLA BEKES, TONY ADOKI, DC PROLIFIX, ENITAN ADABA, BOLA UDOM, VOICES IN ZION AND APOSTLES, SOUND OF HEAVEN AND THE PSALMISTS.
And from South Africa, Top Male Gospel Recording Artist, ANDILE KAMAJOLA will also be performing live at the concert.
Get to know more about your favorite artistes on the ALABANZA line up and visit the links below to their dedicated pages on the Tehila Records' website.
