Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) is currently Africa’s answer to Oscars. The event which award stars outstanding achievement in television and film, also provides as a hot bed for African celebrities, predominantly Nigerians to show off their fanciful attire. Celebrity men did not get outshone by the women. One man who sure of that […]
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Jerusalema’s MasterKG to perform live in London and Manchester
With covid-19 lockdown lifted, South African DJ and record producer MasterKG, the artist behind hit single Jerusalema will be performing in London and Manchester. Get your tickets here
Naija Event 2021: Burna ‘Odogwu’ Boy to wow crowds at O2 Arena
Fresh from his win for Best International Artist at the Grammys, Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu aka Burna Boy will be performing at the The O2 Arena as part of the Welcome Back Show since Covid-19 began.
#EndSARS protest to take place in London’s Nigeria High Commission
The #EndSars protests is heating up as Nigerian citizens and celebrities worldwide join forces in calling for the end of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad of Nigeria. The UK’s version of the protest will be taking place at
Where can I watch Notting Hill Carnival 2020 online?
For the first time in its 54 year history, Notting-Hill has gone online due to corona virus pandemic. Here is how you can watch it live between 29th August 2020 – 31st August 2020. You can watch the show running through right now until til later today here brought to you by Let’s GoDo. The […]
Nigerian Valentine Comedy Show 2020: Basketmouth in Manchester –> Hilton Deansgate
Our staple event of the valentine season is back. Basketmouth is coming in 2020 to sprinkle laughter among lovers and all kinds of people in Manchester for the 11th year running. Like last year, the theme of the show is Son of Peter and Mr Okpocha will be bringing the best of his comedies as […]
Nigerian Valentine Comedy Show 2020: Basketmouth in London –> O2 Academy, Brixton
Our staple event of the valentine season is back. Basketmouth is coming in 2020 to sprinkle laughter among lovers and people in London. Like last year, the theme of the show is Son of Peter and Mr Okpocha will be bringing the best of his comedies as usual. Get your tickets below!!!
UK’s Annual 8th Edo Festival to hold this November 2019
Calling all Edos to one of the best festivals in diaspora – The Edo Festival and Awards of 2019. Following its successful run for the last 7 consecutive years, the festival is back to celebrate all things Edo with entertainment events and entertainment to include cultural dance, live band, fashion show, exhibition, comedy and much […]
African Giant’s Burna Boy tours the UK: Get your tickets here
Following the sell out success of the USA leg, gbese King’s Burna Boy will be coming to perform the UK leg of his African Giant tour in November. The Nigerian artist who just released his latest single, Gum body with Jorja Smith will be entertaining fans with his music many of which have been 2019’s […]
Valentine Comedy Show 2019: Basketmouth in Manchester –> Hilton Deansgate
Our staple event of the valentine season – Basketmouth comedy show is back in Manchester, February 2019 for its 10th year. This year however has a different location and format as the tagline – Son of Peter – suggests. Bright Okpocha aka Basketmouth will be performing a live
Valentine Comedy Show 2019: Basketmouth in Birmingham –> Second City Suites
Our staple event of the valentine season – Basketmouth comedy show is back in Birmingham, February 2019 for its 10th year. This year however has a different location and format as the tagline – Son of Peter – suggests. Bright Okpocha aka Basketmouth will be performing a live
Valentine Comedy Show 2019: Basketmouth London –> The Indigo, O2
Our staple event of the valentine season – Basketmouth comedy show is back in London, February 2019 for its 10th year. This year however has a different location and format as the tagline – Son of Peter – suggests. Bright Okpocha aka Basketmouth will be performing a live one-man show for the very first time […]
Valentine Comedy Show 2018: Lord of the Ribs –> Manchester –> Hilton Deansgate
Valentine’s day may seem a long time away, but it is just over 2 months away before Basketmouth returns to unite and make UK comedy lovers laugh at the pretigious Hilton hotel, Manchester. Last year’s huge number of turnouts in London secured an immediate date for 2018, with Manchester’s Hilton the hotspot for the event. […]
Valentine Comedy Show 2018: Basketmouth’s Lord of the Ribs –> London –> Wembley SSE Arena
Valentine’s day may seem a long time away, but it is just over 2 months away before Basketmouth returns to unite and make UK comedy lovers laugh. With nearly 10,000 people turning up earlier, it successes delivered an instant date for next year 2018, with 2 dates for 2 different locations confirmed. Confirmation of ‘Wo’ […]
Wizkid, Harrysong, Desmond Elliot…NAIJA repping at Notting Hill Carnival
Oya oya ask your mummy Awon eleyi awon eleyi won bad gon Oya oya ask your daddy Awon eleyi awon eleyi won bad Wizkid: ‘Don’t Dull’ Crowds gathered at Lagos Corner and RBMA ‘culture clash’ soundsystem to enjoy Naija vibes at the Notting Carnival 2017. Global music instituition, Red Bull’s Music Academy (RBMA) hosted a […]
Nigeria corner and Wizkid will be at Notting Hill Carnival 2017
The Notting Hill Carnival has arrived! As usual Nigeria Corner will continue to take its spot at the event, but Wizkid has only recently been confirmed to make an appearance – at a different stand. While the Corner holds at Adela Street from 12pm to 7pm, Wizkid will be at
African Pride Awards 2017: Best dressed ladies and dapper men
On Sunday 13th August, The African Pride Awards took place to acknowledged beautiful, handsome Black Stars making waves on British soil. See the full list of winners and nominees at The African Pride Awards 2017 Popular faces graced the 5* Montcalm Hotel in Park Lane, London, in their attires. Some looked like they forgot the […]
APA 2017 Awards Winners and Nominees: Who came out top?
Competition lines were drawn on Saturday, as Black stars gathered at the 2nd African Pride Awards 2017 in London, to discover who won the reputable #APA trophy. Four to five Black celebrities considered top of their games were put in categories to be nominated by the public. It was artists like Maleek Berry vs Stormzy […]
Valentine ready: 5 months after Basketmouth’s Lord of the Ribs, next year’s event go on sale
It’s only been a few months since thousands flocked in their masses to the SSE Arena for some Basketmouth and friends laughter, but the 2018 follow up is ready. Owing to this year’s success, the 2018 version is going bigger with 3 different locations – Birmingham, Manchester and London – on 3 dates. Early bird […]
Comedy Show 2017: Okey Bakassi —> 27th August —> Lighthouse, London
London Carnival is nearly upon us, commencing from 26th August for three days, and right in the middle is Okey Bakassi and friends serving laughter. Basketmouth and the usual popular funny comedian are scheduled to appear meaning this particular weekend will not be dulling at all. Check out the details below. Date + Time: 5.00pm – […]
From hairdresser of the year to author of the year: Winners and nominees for the Women 4 Africa 2017 awards
Women influencing and contributing change to society were celebrated at the Women 4 Africa 2017 Awards held on 20th May in Kensington. Funke Akindele, Amara Kanu (Kanu Nwankwo’s wife) and more hailing from
Aki and Paw Paw’s celebrity friends MIA from UK bank holiday shows
Aki & Paw Paw went live and direct in London, Manchester and Birmingham to entertain fans in the bank holiday weekend as promised. They also promised to bring 7 of their friends many of whom were missing in action. Notable no-show stars were
#OneAfricaMusicFest: Africa came to London! The two best artists and video highlights
Africa came to London!!! Africa literally came to London and shut it down! But there were 2 clear winning performers of the night. Take a guess.
Comedy Show 2017: Rib Busters by Buchi —> 29th May —> O2 Greenwich
Buchi and friends are coming! Date + Time: 6pm – 11pm, Mon 29th May 2017
Comedy Show 2017: Aki-PawPaw and Friends —> 29th May —> Baab-e-Salaam, Manchester
Its coming to London, Birmingham and of course, Manchester. Some of the biggest comedians and musician will be there. AY will be there I go Die will be there Mercy Johnson will be hosting and even Harrysong on the mic. Check out the full list of entertaining guests and get your (cheapest) ticket as soon […]
Comedy Show 2017: Aki-PawPaw and Friends —> 27th May —> Irish Centre, Birmingham
Its got to be the biggest comedy show yet guaranteed to literally laugh-cry, cry-laugh. Naija’s most funniest duo Aki and Paw Paw take their friends to Birmingham. Check out the full list of entertaining guests and get your (cheapest) ticket as soon as is possible. Date + Time: 6.30pm – 11pm, Sun 27th May (London)
Comedy Show 2017: Aki-PawPaw and Friends —> 28th May —> Lighthouse, Camberwell
Its got to be the biggest comedy show yet guaranteed to literally laugh-cry, cry-laugh. Aside from one of the most loved, funniest comedy duos – Aki & Paw Paw : Just check out the full list and get your (cheapest) ticket as soon as is possible. Date + Time: 6.30pm – 11pm, Mon 28th May […]
SmartMoney’s Arese Agwu advertises for photographers and videographers for upcoming London tour
Arese Agwu, author of Smart Money Woman is coming to London on a book tour and she has advertised for photographers and video-graphers. Do you have what it takes to take part in the project? Perhaps you know someone that do. See poster below for details. The roles are for Arese’s upcoming book tour in […]
BookTour: The SmartMoneyWoman by Arese –> 17 March –> Chelsea London
Following her financial-advice book, Smart Money Woman, Arese is coming on tour to London to share successful tips. At approximately £36 to attend, the event may be pricey but Arese and her host, Seun have promised to discuss the smart money lessons within the book, investment opportunities in Nigeria including real estate offerings and banking, and give […]
The men and their outfits at the #AMVCAs 2017
Some celebrity men at last night’s Africa Magic Viewer’s Choice Award, like the women, did not come out to play. Adunni Ade made sure her boys stood out from the crowd, Nollywood legend, sir Olu Jacobs represented in a contemporary agbada and the detail in IK Ogbonna’s suit… Here are some of the men and outfits […]
Comedy Show 2017: FunnyBone Untamed —> 14th April —> Lighthouse Camberwell
Basketmouth Valentine comedy show just happened, the next one is in March featuring Lolo1, then this show and laugh it out loud, the comedies are coming in non-stop. Here is your next dose of laughter – Funnybone Untamed. Date + Time: 5pm – 11pm, Fri 14th April 2017
Comedy Show 2017: Laugh It Out —> 30th April —> Crystal Palace
A family friendly show for couples and singles to go, laugh and get entertained. Hosted by chief organiser, Dazzling Daizy and comedian Dee-One for the 4th year running, the event will bring together comedians, singers and entertainers from all around UK. Date + Time: 5.30pm, Sun 30th April 2017
Why Reekado Banks was not at Runtown X Reekado Feb 12th concert
Reekado banks was not present at his and Runtown’s billed concert because:
The Runtown X Reekado Banks concert turned Runtown X Wizkid
Reekado banks could not make the show due to visa issues but the game was stepped up last night when WizKid took his place, bringing the concert’s roof down. Check pictures and video below.
Basketmouth arrives in town with wife in time for his valentine comedy show
Huge promotion has been taking place to get 10,000 lovers to mingle and laugh at his show, even involving ‘The Queen’ and now he is here to do his job. He arrived London yesterday, visited The Beat FM studios, then attended church today with his Elsie before appearing on LondonLive channel for more promotion. One […]
Fake news! #Istandwithnigeria protest at Nigerian High Commission UK
A picture showing Nigerian members at the Nigeria High Commision UK alledging staging a protest in the name of #Istandwithnigeria is fake. Here is a video from today at Nigeria UK high commission. TbH I was excited cus I thought I could join the protest only to find this… pic.twitter.com/qPbSHU6v3O — One Nigerian Britico (@Bestthebritico) […]
Music concert: One Africa Music festival –> 13th May –> London –> SSE Arena
It is only 4 months away but there is just about enough time to plan, save and turnt up to one of the grooviest summer festival of the year. Hosted by newly engaged King of R&B, Banky W, with some of the most popular artists performing live, organisers are sure prepping this night to be […]
Cuppy djs at RVMG’s invite only event in London with Plasticboy
Billionaire’s daughter DJ Cuppy only recently landed in London after partying with the stars in Naija and Ghana. No sooner was she spotted DJing for record music label RVMG at the ‘Tea with the plastic boy’ event for gay fashion blogger Gary aka Plastic Boy.
Music concert 2017: Runtown and Reekado Banks –> February –> Indigo O2
Runtown and Reekado Banks are bringing their gangs to Indigo O2. Are you game? See details below⬇⬇ Date + Time: Doors open 7pm, 12th Feb 2017 Venue: Indigo @ The o2 London SE10 0DX Price: From £25 (plus fees) Genre: Afro, Nigerian, Music, Events Contact: +44 7727004949 | 07557477825 Where to get tickets: Who’s gonna be […]
Oba Ewuare II of Benin celebrate in London UK
Binis in the UK with special guests including Funmi Shittu celebrates Oba Ewuare II of Benin Kingdom who was coronated in Nigeria on Oct 2016. In case you missed it, here is a video summary of how it went down.
Ice Prince is coming to London –> 5th February 2017 –> O2 Academy
ICEPRINCE is looking forward to thrilling fans around the UK with classic hits like Magican, Juju, superstar and OLEKU, to name a few. London will be his first stop with him saying: “The UK has been a second home to me and I’m very excited to be coming back to see my fans with new […]
Afro Hair and Beauty networking event 2017
For people working as hair and beauty entrepreneurs, the event provides an opportunity to gather together and discuss how to build better businesses that create solutions that matter in our increasingly tech enabled world. Date: 6:30pm – 9:00pm, Thurs 26th January 2017 Venue: Work.Life Camden, 13 Hawley Crescent, Camden, London, NW1 8NP Price range: FREE Genre: […]
Cultural Show 2017: Oba Ewuare II celebrations –>London
Date: 7th January 2017 Venue: The Links Community Centre, 353 Rotherhithe New Road London SE16 3HF Price range: £50 Genre: Afro, Nigerian, Cultural, Events Contact: 07943424425 / 07957320642
Comedy Show 2017: Lolo’s fiesta –> London –> Mothers’ Day –> Camberwell
Date: 26th March 2017 Venue: The Light house hall, 264-274 Camberwell Road, London SE5 0EZ Price range: £20 – £50 Genre: Afro, Nigerian, Comedy, Events Contact: 07462539217 Buy and Pay by Cash: N/A Book Online: Shoobs
Comedy Show 2017: Basketmouth –> London –> Valentine’s Day –> Wembley
Guests: Kenny Blaq and Niyi Akin Date: 14th Feb 2017 -Valentine’s Day Venue: THE SSE ARENA, WEMBLEY Price range: £25 – £55 Genre: Afro, Nigerian, Comedy, Events Contact: 02089531219 / 07436803502 / 07940205626 Buy and Pay by Cash: All Tasty’s outlets — Obalende Suya spot (Peckham) — LeJoint (Old Kent Rd) — Tomi’s Kitchen (Deptford) […]
#Africanfoodies event at facebook HQ, London
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Pay £15 and get a tour of ‘Little Lagos’ Peckham
The diverse multicultural city of Peckham aka ‘Little Lagos’- the home of many Nigerians in the UK – is popular for its low competitive prices of mainly african food, hair and nails, and SharedCity, the tourist company behind the tour is charging £15 if you are interested in learning more about the area. The […]
Who ready pack their bags now -> fly go Nigeria -> land for lag -> enter taxi go Westown Hotel and audition for the RENEWED BIG BROTHER Naija?
If that’s you, here are the details…
AY comedy show is here in London, December 2016.
Laughter is the joy of life and AY is coming help us keep that sanity. When: Saturday, 3rd, December, 2016 Where: Lighthouse Hall, 262 Camberwell Road, SE5 0DL
We missed this year’s Naija in the Park. Oya lets save the date for next year
Part of the reason I do this blog is to find out what’s up with the Naija scene in London. Read: Let me tell you about my trip to the MBTN event in London I hardly hear of these, so I am excited about this find. Ok, it is not happening until next year, but it […]