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Ayra Starr set for first YouTube live concert in Kenya

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On October 20, 2024, Grammy-nominated African music artist Ayra Starr will perform a special YouTube Live concert streamed globally from Nairobi, Kenya.

The event, produced in partnership with Raha Fest, will celebrate the release of her sophomore album, “The Year I Turned 21”, and will be on her official YouTube channel.

Ayra Starr, who is known for her distinct melodies and soulful blend of Afrobeats and pop international attention with hits like “Bloody Samaritan” and “Rush”. Her rise in the music world has been powered not just by her undeniable talent but also by platforms like YouTube, which have enabled African artists to connect with audiences globally.

This concert will offer fans an intimate experience as Ayra Starr will perform new tracks from “The Year I Turned 21” alongside other fan favourites. The event will be livestreamed on YouTube, making it accessible to audiences all around the world, giving them the chance to be part of this special moment. Fans, Mobstarrs, as she calls them will also have the opportunity to engage directly with Ayra Starr through the “Woman Commando” YouTube Shorts challenge, allowing them to create and share their own interpretations of her hit single. Additionally, exclusive behind-the-scenes content will be captured, adding another layer of excitement to the experience, which will be shared on YouTube.

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Nairobi, with its vibrant music scene, deep roots in African culture, and a youth population that adores Ayra Starr, was chosen as the perfect setting for this electrifying performance. Ayra’s growing fan base across Kenya and East Africa makes the city a fitting backdrop for her first YouTube Live concert.

Speaking about the concert, Ayra Starr said, “Performing live is where I get to connect deeply with my fans, and I’m so excited to do this on a global scale from Nairobi. This album means so much to me, and I’m looking forward to sharing it with everyone through YouTube.”

Addy Awofisayo, Head of Music Sub-Saharan Africa at YouTube, shared, “We are thrilled to host this Ayra Starr’s YouTube Live concert in partnership with Raha Fest. YouTube is not just a platform for music, but a place where artists from all over the world can connect directly with fans, no matter where they are. We’ve seen African music grow tremendously on YouTube, and this concert is a continuation of that journey—bringing Ayra Starr’s incredible talent to a global stage.”

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BBNaija: We are misunderstood by people – Wanni, Handi

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Wanni and Handi, the dynamic duo from Big Brother Naija Season 9, have thanked their fans for their unconditional love and support.

The twins recently received an outpouring of gifts, including 10 million naira, grocery, and fuel vouchers.

During an Instagram Live session, Wanni and Handi expressed their heartfelt appreciation for the gestures.

They noted that the support is particularly meaningful since they’ve often felt misunderstood.

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The twins, who are identical and 27 years old, brought their vibrant energy to the Big Brother Naija show.

The Nation reported that Wanni emerged as the runner-up, while Handi was evicted two weeks before the finale.

Recall that Wanni has vowed to achieve the N100 million grand prize equivalent before the year ends.

“We have been misunderstood our whole lives, it’s so amazing to see you guys love us for our real selves,” they said.

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Actress Bimbo Akintola reveals why she can never date an actor

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Actress Bimbo Akintola has revealed why she never dated a male colleague in the industry despite their advances.

During an interview with Labista, she spoke about her decision to separate her personal and professional life.

Akintola disclosed that she never dated any actor throughout her career because she considered them as colleagues and “brothers” in the industry.

She also emphasised her commitment to maintaining a professional work environment.

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“No, I never dated any actor at any point in my career; I don’t like you people. I’ve never been attracted to an actor so to speak. All of you are my brothers, straight. It’s not about the kind of men I’m attached to; I just wasn’t attracted to people in the workplace.

“My frame of mind when I come to work is the frame of work of an actor who wants to be professional, so I don’t see you as dateable people, all of you. I don’t see it. We have handsome actors but I’ve never thought of dating any one of them…honestly. It doesn’t mean they didn’t toast me though”, she said.

The actress also addressed past controversies, including false claims about her personal life.

She shared that sensationalised stories, such as claims about her wardrobe choices, were fabricated to generate attention.

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“When I first started, there was a lot of controversy and all sorts of things written about me; horrible stuff. There was a part where people were saying I don’t wear underwear. I think it is that news like that flies and sells so you have more traction and more people on the blog and people buying the papers. People want to read about funny things like that, it’s even better now, back then they used to cook up stories, all sorts of stories”, she said.

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How I got healed during Nathaniel Bassey’s ‘Hallelujah Challenge’ programme, by Tega Dominic

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Former Big Brother Naija contestant Tega Dominic has shared an extraordinary account of healing during Nathaniel Bassey’s Hallelujah Challenge.

On X, Tega said she experienced a miraculous recovery from a severe toothache that had plagued her for a month.

According to her, Nathaniel Bassey’s word of knowledge about a woman suffering from toothache resonated deeply with her, who had been relying on daily injections to manage her pain.

She said after participating in the Hallelujah Challenge, she woke up the next morning completely pain-free, confirming her healing was complete.

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Overcome with emotion, Tega expressed heartfelt gratitude to Nathaniel Bassey and testified to the power of Jesus.

She wrote: “You guys heard the word of knowledge @nathanielblow gave at night concerning the lady with toothache? It was for me guys I haven’t had peace for the past 1month, I have been surviving the day by taking Diclofenac injections every day for the past 1week after taking out the tooth just to go by the day, I received my healing last night, this morning to confirm, no more pain, it’s gone people, Jesus works my healing is complete.”

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