D'banj Says Don Jazzy Is His Artist and He Owns Mohits Record Label.

If D'banj recent interview with ebony magazine is anything to go by, then that report will be completely true, D'banj made it clear that Don Jazzy is his artist and he is the owner of Mohits records, even though everybody thought it was it other way round - in D'banjs words:
EBONY MAG: How did you meet Kanye West?
D’BANJ: I had a concert in Dubai and when we pulled up to the airport’s first class lounge and a hostess ran up to me with a plaque with Kanye’s face on it, asking me to sign it. I said ‘I’m not Kanye West, I’m D’banj but Kanye West is coming? All eyes open.’ Then my manager spoke to Kanye, came back and told me ‘He’ll give you five minutes.’ I walked over -- as an African man I’m always prepared -- and I played my music ‘Stand Out,’ ‘Fall In Love’ and ‘Scapegoat’ for him on my iPod. Before we knew it, I’d almost missed my flight and he invited me to New York.
Coming from Africa I’m my own manager, I have my own label called Mo’ Hits with my artists Dr. Sid, Wande Coal, Don Jazzy, D’Prince and K-Switch. I own Mo’ Hits and we’ve won numerous awards by the grace of God. Being with Kanye for the last eight months and me leading a successful label in Africa, I’ve learned a lot and I believe people will see what we’re going to do. I signed with Kanye in June and that same month I won the BET Award for Best International Act. My New York concert isn’t done by G.O.O.D. Music, it’s done by Live Nation, meaning I’m already a moving machine. So who better to introduce me to the global world than Kanye West, a crazy genius?
By the way, if you wanna verify you can visit http://www.ebony.com/entertainment-culture/dbanj-makes-good-music

Introducing Big Brother StarGame! The New Season of Big Brother Africa Has Been Christened & J.Cole to Perform at the Series Launch

With auditions on track, season 7 of M-Net’s reality super-series Big Brother Africa is already generating excitement with fans looking forward to the May 6 return to DStv of Africa’s biggest TV show.

With contestants doubling up to enter the series in pairs this year and with a USD 300 000 prize for just one winner, the stage is set for 91 days in which human emotion, attitude and action is put to the test!

Now M-Net and series producers Endemol have revealed the name of the latest edition of Big Brother, announcing that the new series will be called BIG BROTHER STARGAME!

And, fittingly, the ‘STAR’ themed name was announced at the same time as M-Net confirmed that Grammy nominated American rapper and hitmaker J.Cole is set to perform at the glam series launch!

“One of the main reasons for the success of BIG BROTHER, in Africa and abroad, is that it creates its own stars from the minute housemates step into the spotlight,” says M-Net Africa Managing Director Biola Alabi. “The show is built on the idea that, given the chance, anyone can be a star, anyone can find themselves shot to stardom. So this year, we’re honoring this essential element of the show directly in the title, putting the concept of rising stars and dreams of stardom right at the front of what is a challenging, fun, dramatic game.”

She continues, “Of course, we’re thrilled that we can kick off BIG BROTHER STARGAME with an international star whose incredible talent is making him one of the hottest names in music today. J.Cole is fast becoming a superstar, an amazing artist who is taking the world by storm. We are very pleased that he will be performing for the very first time in Africa on our stage!”

With J.Cole’s visit facilitated by Los Angeles based One Entertainment (who facilitated Busta Rhymes’ appearance last year), the 27-year-old star is scheduled to perform three songs, to be revealed closer to the time, at the launch of BIG BROTHER STARGAME. He will also be filmed for a special insert on Channel O during this time talking about his work, life and ambitions.

Plus, right on schedule, M-Net has also given fans a first look at the new BIG BROTHER STARGAME logo, showcasing a bold new identity for 2012 with a retro inspired yet futuristic style.

A large curved font highlights the new name in a deep red garnet color, while the iconic Big Brother eye gets a liquid platinum finish with a glittering gold mirror-ball at its centre. Adding to the logo is a glossy accented space pushing forward between the eye and the new name, perhaps hinting at a series focused on movement, progress and speed. Only time will tell….

For now, remember to diarize May 6 when BIG BROTHER STARGAME begins on DStv channel 198. The series is once again headline sponsored by Coca-Cola and for updates on the new season, simply log on to www.mnetafrica.com/bigbrother

Beyonce and Her Mom,Tina Knowles Take Blue Ivy For A Stroll In NYC

Jay-Z was down in Austin, Texas on Monday (March 12) to give his first solo performance at SXSW, and in the meantime, his wife Beyonce and daughter Blue Ivy had a day out in Manhattan with Bey’s mom Tina Knowles. The superstar mom was done up in blazer with patterned pants, loafers (instead of her signature sky-high heels) and chic sunglasses. Baby Blue was toted in a carrier, and as usual her face was kept out of the paparazzi's view.
Jay and Beyonce have been spotted around town more frequently in the past month, since the birth of their daughter in early January. On Sunday night they hit S.O.B.s in Manhattan’s West Village where they caught a performance from their friend and collaborator The-Dream.

SMH! Kenny Saint Brown Finally Divorces Husband, Picks Best As New Last Name

The inspirational singer, Kenny Saint Brown (KSB) has filed for divorce. She has been married to Eddy Asiedu Brown for six year but have been separated for a while until KSB decided to officially terminate her marriage. She also wants to change her name from Kenny Saint "Brown" to Kenny Saint "Best" her reasons is that she thinks it is an appropriate time to drop the name and also don't want to put it in a way whereby her in-laws would think the name is spoiling her image.

Na by force to bear KSB? why you no go just answer your papa name jejely?

Abuja Big Girl Arrested, Arraigned Over N11.3m Fraud

For defrauding four men to the tone of N11.3million, Helen Gimba, a35-year-old Abuja big girl, was on Monday arraigned before an Abuja Senior Magistrates’ Court.

Helen was arraigned on a three-count charge of joint act, criminal breach of trust and cheating, which contravened Sections 79, 312 and 323 of the Penal Code.

Police prosecutor Raphael Ezekiel told the...
Court that she committed the offence along with two others, namely Mohammed Musa and Mohammed Galadima now at large.

Ezekiel disclosed that the accused persons, sometimes in 2010, approached the complainants - Sherif Abibu, Philip Bassey, Martins Temidayo and Richard Mamza - and demanded for N11.3 million to secure contracts for them.

He said Helen and her partners in crime secured a contract for the complainants with the Federal Road Maintenance Agency (FERMA) and the money was provided.

The prosecutor however stated that the accused failed to comply with the terms of the agreements before the money was given to them, thereby defrauding the complainants.

When the charges were read to her, Helen pleaded not guilty. Senior Magistrate Omolola Akindele thus granted her bail in the sum of N500,000 with two sureties in like sum.

She adjourned the case to April 4 for hearing. It is unclear if she will be able to meet the bail conditions as at the time of posting.