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DJ Babus Dies Of COVID-19
The famous disk jockey passed away on Friday.
He was a Talent Manager at KnightHouse from 2011 to 2014. adsbygoogle || []).push({});
Babus graduated from the University of Baltimore in 2010 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems and Technology Management.
A one-time DJ at Four Points by Sheraton, Lagos, was the founder of Crates and Vinyl Entertainment.
Babus was the son of Mrs Nadia Bello, Proprietor of Belinna Schools in Akoka, Lagos.
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Jumabee Inspires Season Six, Holds In Lokoja, June 21st, Seeks Journalists’ Support
From Joseph Amedu, Lokoja
Ahead of the 6th Edition of Jumabee Inspires Concert in North Central, Nigeria, billed to hold in Lokoja, on the 21st of this month, International Singer and Song writer, Hon.
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Briefing Journalists at the NUJ Press Centre in Lokoja on Tuesday, June 17th, 2025; Hon. Juwon Olorunipa disclosed that activities lined up for the event will commence on Thursday 19th June 2025 with the Album Listening of his latest release, Son of Margaret at Golden Royale Hotel Lokoja.
According to him, the first Kogi Entertainment Summit will hold the following day at AKK Hotels Lokoja with talks on how to boost music, fashion, event planning and movie industries in the State.
He also told newsmen that Jumabee Inspires Concert will be held on Saturday 21st June 2025 at the Children Amusement park, Lokoja by 7pm with over forty home based Superstars performing live and other international singers.
He further stated that Jumabee Inspires Concert is now attracting people from all walks of life and changing the narrative about the Confluence State, saying the State remains the best in the North Central.
Hon. Jumabee, who is the Special Adviser on Art and Culture to the Kogi State Governor, said that the Entertainment Summit is aimed at raising the consciousness of the people on the need to embrace and invest in Entertainment
The Governor’s Aide added that the Concert which started six years ago was carried out to mark his birthday as a way of adding value to the State Entertainment Industry.
He revealed that many students across the three Senatorial Districts of the state will be offered scholarship at the Concert while 150 youths will be trained on several skills acquisition programmes.
He had earlier paid a Courtesy visit to the Chairman of the Kogi State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Alhaji Seidu Ademu who endorsed the Concert and commended him for projecting Kogi State to the world.
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Kogi Govt Reiterates Dedication To Promotion of Entertainment Industry
By; Unubi Emmanuel O
The Kogi State Government has restated its determination to promote the entertainment industry for the stability and advancement of the people of the state.
Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo made the statement in a message when the Igala Performing Gospel Musicians Association (IPGMA) visited him today Wednesday October 30th, 2024 in his office in Lokoja.
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Governor Ododo represented by the Deputy Comrade Joel Salifu said music is lively, creative and philosophical noting that God loves praises.
He called on the artists to remain inspirational in their music production for the edification of people’s souls, and to influence the power of God on the state.
He expressed that he is prepared to serve the people selflessly, and call for prayers and more support of the group for the progress of the state.
He appealed to the people of the three district of the state to see themselves as one people, noting that his burden is to improve the living conditions of the general populace.
Governor Ododo revealed that the state government resolved to pay hundred percent salaries to all category of workers in the state as well as the implementation of 72,500 Naira minimum wage in other to improve their welfare and contribute maximally to the development of the State.
He commended the Patron of the group, Reverend Elijah Abalaka for his ingenuity in Christian music production noting that his efforts through music has transform and revived souls across the world, describing him as a mentor to many Igala rising musicians in the country.
On the appeal of the group, the Governor promised to look into their request, enjoining them to remain united, supportive and prayerful to reap more gains of the current administration.
Earlier in his remark, the President of the Association, Evangelist Joseph Jacob congratulated Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo and his Deputy, Comrade Joel Salifu on their election and victory at the supreme court, describing the Governor as a dedicated servant Leader.
According to him, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo and his Deputy, Comrade Joel Salifu are men of high pedigree, stressing that their ascension to the throne is a divine call to serve the people.
Also speaking, Reverend Elijah Abalaka noted that the journey of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo and his Deputy, Comrade Joel Salifu to greatness had just begun and appealed to the government to assist the association in providing state-of-the-art instrument for the propagation of the Gospel.
High point of the visit is the presentation of songs led by the Deputy Governor Comrade Joel Salifu, while Reverend Elijah Abalaka offered prayers for the success of the present administration.
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Music Legend, Tijay Bala Releases Album to Mark Birthday
Igala Sensational Musician, Tijay Bala has released an Album to celebrate his birthday.
In a statement widely circulated, a copy which was received by the Informavores, said that the album, tagged ‘Birthday Album’ is dedicated to his birthday, all his fans and anybody that celebrate birthday. adsbygoogle || []).push({});
he further said that, “this is official from me. Birthday songs, It’s my birthday, happy birthday to me, and happy birthday to you is out now from my end, available on most online stores please.”
“listen to it , use it to celebrate your birthday and help me share to others for them to know I have released a new birthday album for their usage also. “
You can click here to listen to the full album.
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