‘He uses my money to chase other men’s wives’

 • He is so lazy. All he knows how to do is knocking married women’s doors at night and chasing single ladies in the neighbourhood. I established him, but he ruined the business because he was spending all the money on his concubines. —Wife 

• I may not have money but I am caring. I protect the family, take care of them while she brings home money. —Husband 

He goes after anything in skirt, be it old enough to be his mother or she is of our child’s age. “I have become a laughing stock, even in the church. I made all efforts for him to stop this disgraceful act but he won’t listen. “He collects money from me and uses the money to chase other men’s wives. I am tired. I don’t want the marriage anymore”. 

These were the lamentations of Mrs Comfort Oladepo. She spoke in her evidence-in-chief before an Orile Agege Customary Court which she prayed to end her twenty five-year marriage to her husband, Kayode, who he accused of adultery, lack of care and drinking habit. 

The 44-year-old nurse, who lives at 9, Shodipo Street, Papa Ashafa, Orile Agege, stunned the court when she said her husband not only refused to work for 20-years, but he also used her money to chase other men’s wives. “My husband refused to work for 20 years; so I was the one feeding, paying house rent and clothing the family including my husband”, Comfort stated. “He is so lazy. All he knows how to do is to drink to stupor, knocking married women’s doors at night and chasing single ladies in the neighbourhood. “I established him, but he ruined the business because he was spending all the money on his concubines. “As if that was not enough, he asked my friends and my young and older siblings out. 

“I have endured for twenty years; I want to stay alone so that I don’t have a husband. He is useless. I see no reason I am still with him.” Meanwhile, Kayode, 54, told the court that when he was working,he provided for his wife and children. “I may not have money but I am caring. When one of our children was sick, I was with him for three months in hospital, doing all what his mother could not do”, the respondent said. 

“I protect the family, take care of them while she brings home money. “I still love my wife and I will always love her, I don’t want the dissolution”. The court president, Mr Joseph Adewusi, adjourned the case for judgment.

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Abel-J drops Riddim Play and 7 Days

Afropop star, Abel Junior Odachukwu Udogwu, aka Abel-J is signed to Maniac Entertainment and managed by Oryx Entertainment, a multifaceted entertainment/management label that has also worked with Project Fame West Africa Season 6 contestant, Gbemisola Rowland, Le’mmon, London Boyz, Clef Nite, Elajoe, Asha Gangali, Wendy Godfrey, Lil-Flow, Big Cakes, TB1, Plus-One, H-zone, Sam-Jamz, Hero, Wispa- Beatz, Nitegale, B-Sleek, Slick Joe, Victor Echo, Mr Benjamin, on promotions development or management and many more still listed. The afropop act titles his new singles Riddim Play and 7 Days featuring Daizee Banger and music producer/singer, K-Solo

The singles were released last week. He is currently working on his EP, Farm Boy, which will be out by the end of September and will be accompanied with a video for introduction. “Artist development is our core interest and meeting this young and energetic producer-turned-artist, we decided to give him a try and listen to his sound, matching him up with super dancehall producer K-Solo on a dance beat. The official release singles, 7 Days featuring K-solo became a reality, followed by the konto-afrobeat tune by Daizee Banger, Riddim Play, is his followup single from his forth coming EP which is billed to be release by Oryx Entertainment Company,” says Olufemi, CEO, Oryx Entertainment.

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Moelogo keeps rising, nominated for MOBO

Coming on the back of his 2015 NEA Awards nomination for Diaspora Artist of the Year and the success of his latest single, Do You Love Me, which is being championed by everyone from BBC 1 Xtra, Beat FM, Capital Xtra and Bang Radio to Africa’s leading online publications, Moelogo has now been nominated for Best African Act at this year’s MOBO Awards.
 Ever since bursting onto the scene with his breakthrough single, Pangolo, Moelogo has been growing from strength to strength, from his debut EP, Moe Is My Name, Music Is My Logo, in 2013, and collaborations with DRB LasGidi and Fuse ODG among others, to last year’s underground hit single, The Baddest, featuring Giggs, and Island Records-signed, My Sweetie, Moelogo has become a force to be reckoned with in the international afrobeat landscape.
Moelogo needs your help to make it into the final five nominees for the Best African Act, which will be decided by your votes! This year, the MOBO Awards head to Leeds’ First Direct Arena for the first time ever for their 20th award ceremony on November 4th.
Other nominees for the Best African Act category include Wizkid, Yemi Alade, Davido and Patoranking.

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‘My husband is sexually weak’

 • I bought him drugs to correct his sexual weakness but he refused to take them. We have been living separately for over four years now because he refused to find solution to his problem —Wife 

A 39-year-old fashion designer, Mrs Farotimi Titilayo, has appealed to a Lagos Customary Court sitting in Ikorodu to dissolve her eightyear marriage over alleged neglect and sexual denial by her husband. 

The 39-year-old, who resides at Nosiru Street, Eyita in Ikorodu area of the State told the court that her husband identified as Amos, denies her sex before they both separated. 

“My husband was sexually imbalance before I left him in 2011; I reported him to his family but they pleaded on his behalf.

 “I bought him drugs to correct his sexual weakness but he refused to take them. “We have been living separately for over four years now because he refused to find solution to his problems. 

“I want this court to officially divorce this marriage because I want to move on with my life; I don’t want to bear his name anymore,’’ she said. 

The respondent was, however, not in court despite been served the court’s notices on three different occasions. In his ruling, the Court President, Mr Olu Adebiyi, noted that the court would not continue to delay hearing of the case as Amos has been absent from proceedings severally. He added “we will still serve the husband one more time to see if he will attend the next court date.’’(NAN)

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Fifty’s London premiere sells out in four days

Tickets for the world premiere of EbonyLife Films’ highly anticipated feature film, Fifty, sold out in four days, it has been announced. Tickets for the opening screening at the Vue 7 Cinema, Leicester Square on Saturday, October 17th, and the additional screening at the Ritzy Cinema, South London on Sunday, October 18th are sold out.
Fifty’s four lead actresses, Iretiola Doyle, Nse Ikpe-Etim, Omoni Oboli and Dakore Egbuson, its director, Biyi Bandele, and producer, Tope Oshin-Ogun, are expected to attend both screenings. Speaking about Fifty’s popularity, its executive producer, Mo Abudu said, “This is a moment for African storytelling. This is the objective for EbonyLife Films and we are overwhelmed by the reception for the film thus far.”
The production is Abudu’s quest to showcase African women coming of age, loaded with increasingly similar aspirations and dilemmas faced by their contemporaries everywhere, while yet navigating unresolved traditions and obligations.

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Afropop princess Katongo drops Baba video

With support from tastemakers such as Nigeria’s Beat FM and Naija FM, Zambia’s Power FM, Hot 87 FM and Flava FM, as well as the UK’s BBC 1 Xtra for her single, JOY, fast-rising afropop princess, Katongo, returns with the visuals for her brand new single, Baba, produced by award-winning Zambi an beatmaker and songwriter, Chali Bravo.
 Fun and flirty in essence, Baba is an exciting record that celebrates the African man. Already being described as one of the best international afropop songs of the year, Baba is simply good music for your listening pleasure, from its uptempo African drums to the catchy chorus to Katongo’s sultry vocals. It’s also a welcome return for Katongo who is set to take African music by storm.
Filmed on location at the renowned Orange Studios in London and directed by Krish Knightstar (Future Productions) and Katongo, the visuals are a bright and colourful affair, while remaining simple and sexy, as it visually expresses Katongo’s sentiment on Baba, paying homage to African men, represented by her lush leading man in the 3-minute long video.
Soon to embark on a nationwide UK university tour this month plus a South African tour scheduled for early next year, Katongo is hard at work, writing and recording her debut album, which is due to be released next year, and if JOY and new hit Baba are the indicators, her debut album will definitely be one to watch out for.

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Can it save Genevieve’s acting career?

The title of Genevieve’s movie, Road To Yesterday, is apt for many reasons. Though it’s just another title to many people, to Genevieve herself, the title must mean a lot. ‘Road to yesterday’ is a very poetic expression. 

What does it mean? You don’t have to have the intelligence of William Shakespeare of T S Elliot to understand what this expression means to one of Africa’s most respected actresses, Genevieve. 

The meaning is quite clear and succinct. Genevieve is seeking the path back to yesterday. Yesterday, which stands for the past, she was one of Nigeria’s most sought after actresses. She was in demand, the fans were numerous, people couldn’t get enough of her. Today, which stands for now, the present, she’s no longer that hot property she was. 

Producers are no longer begging her to bless their movies with just even one scene of her presence. She’s still respected and still relevant to an extent, but that’s all due to past achievements. And the thing about experiencing stardom at the level Genevieve has done is that such people want to remain like that forever because of all the perks that come with it. Genevieve for instance, and her arch rival, Omotola, are no longer getting roles like they used to. Then,when they were getting those roles, Genevieve didn’t see any need to produce her own movie. She has now done so with Road To Yesterday, definitely with the hope that if it’s successful, her acting career will be revived.

RTY sounds promising on paper. It’s about a couple that’s trying their best to save their marriage. It stars big names that include Majid Michel and Chigurl and will premiere in Lagos next month. But will RTY save Genevieve’s acting career? That’s the big question.

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I thought I would sing only in church

How did you venture into music?

I started singing in the church. And I never knew for once I was going to take music seriously because I thought it was going to be about singing in church only. But I started hearing beats and developing professional interest in music.

Tell us about yourself.

Well, I hail from Imo State. I’m an only daughter with four amazing brothers. One is a music video director. Jude Fab-Obi. My parents are late. I am a TV host, OAP, voiceover artist, newscaster, writer and singer. I began my broadcasting career almost the same year I started out singing professionally. 2007.

How was your growing up like?

Growing up was fun. I had everything a little girl could ever desire, and I had a loving father who doted on me. I would say I was born with a silver spoon but lost it when my parents passed away. Things became hard but I resolved not to be looked at with pity but to survive as best as possible and become successful, so I began to pursue success. Well, back to my growing up. I never lacked for nothing, but as loving as my dad was, he was also very protective and while growing, my movement was restricted to certain hours. I was a tom boy, my four brothers had their strong influence on me but it wore off after some years even though sometimes I still find myself dressed as a tom boy.

From your point of view, what are the determinants that can make an artist successful in Nigeria?

First is the proper approach to people. Some care little how they relate with people and tend to come off very annoying and rude. Well, it’s not a good idea if you wish to stay relevant and successful in the music industry. Another factor that should be considered also is what you’re putting out, whether a song or video. Ensure it’s something the audience would find appealing. Having faith and trusting God go a long way too.

Tell us about your song, Shomara, and working with Oritsefemi.

Let me start by explaining what Shomara means. It means ‘Are you mad?’ Don’t accept when someone tells you that you will not make it, instead you tell the person, are you mad, because you know you’re going to make it. Working with Oritsefemi was a great experience for me and he delivered on the song. Oritsefemi is a good example of one who succeeded despite the obstacles that confronted him. While I was in the studio with Fliptyce, after I had recorded my verse, we sat there thinking of who would fit perfectly into the song and then Oritsefemi came to my mind and I called him and we hit the studio and in no time he was done with his verse.

Do you see yourself quitting your TV job when music starts demanding for more time?

I don’t see myself quitting TV. What I might do is start my own TV show so I would have my disposable time to produce and present my programme at whatever time I find suitable.

For someone who works with one of the busiest entertainment platforms, how were you able to make out time for the studio?

It is so tasking that I break down sometimes. But I just don’t know how to stop, so I find a way of planning myself so none clashes with the other.

Outside entertainment, what else do you do?

I guess entertainment is all I do. It’s a lot already. TV hosting, writing, MC, voice over, singing, radio presenting, and I am planning on opening a beauty and fashion house soon.

Apart from listening to your own songs, what kind of music do you listen to?

I listen to Beyonce, Tinashe, Jhene Aiko, Mariah Carey and Frank Ocean and a host of other artists.

What did working with Dede Mabiaku teach you?

I learnt a whole lot, mostly how to perform with a live band.

Should we expect collaboration with Dede anytime soon?

Yes, that’s very possible.

Are you signed to any record label? If not, how are you able to handle your music promotion?

I am not signed to any label at the moment. I’ve just been pushing myself. It’s not been easy, but I guess the onus falls on me while I wait for a management deal or label to come.

Does your tight work schedule give you time for a love life?

Well, this one thing I’ll tell you is that whatever the situation is I will always find a way to make it work.

Describe your ideal man.

God fearing, industrious, handsome, hardworking, caring, compassionate, self-confident, honest, faithful, loyal, Intelligent, mature, dresses well and has a positive attitude.

Would you marry an entertainer like you if one proposes? And why?

I don’t know if I can cope with having a husband who is an entertainer. There’s a whole lot that comes with this our job. It would be too much for the kids. I rather just not in the public glare it saves you a lot of public drama.

Describe Jenny O on a good day at home?

I am fun, witty, sweet and caring to a fault. I love to cook, watch movies, play games and gist.

You seem to have access to most of the artistes in Nigeria’s entertainment industry. How many of them do you intend to collaborate with in the future?

2face,Olamide, Cynthia Morgan, Davido, Phyno, General Pype and Patoranking .

Do you have plans to shoot the video for Shomara?

Yes I do. Shooting videos is not a new thing to me. I’ve already released the video of one of my songs, Follow You Go, and it had cameo appearances from many stars, including Sunny Neji, Dede Mabiaku, Felix Duke, K9, IK Osakioduwa, Buchi, Owen G and FunnyBone. The video was directed by my brother, Jude Fab-Obi .

What is your personal philosophy of life?

Believe in yourself. Don’t wait for people to believe in you, because the moment you start believing in yourself, people would start believing in you.

If you release an album right now, what would listeners get from it?

I would say the very best music, very good value for their money.

Apart from Fliptyce, which other producers have you worked with?

I have worked with Ex-O, Geamat, Kaka Igbokwe, Shogon and Young John The Wicked Producer.

As one who has hosted a fashion show, describe your fashion style?

I like trendy, and comfy. I believe as much as one would love to appear hot and sexy, it’s good to feel comfortable with what you’re wearing.

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