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King Sunny Ade – “I Lied To My Mum For 3 Years That I Was A Student Of UNILAG”

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In a recent interview with Punch NG, legendary Nigerian artiste King Sunny Ade talked about his music, growing up as a child, the industry and much more.

Excerpts from the interview below.

A lot of people might find it very difficult to believe that you are 67 with your looks; what is the magic?

There is no magic; I just find myself like this. It’s true people 
tell me that I don’t look my age and whenever they say so, I get back 
home and look at myself in the mirror. But within myself, I know I am 
old. Truth is, I don’t have any magic than to give God the glory for a 
good health.

Before some artistes go on stage, they either drink some 
stuff or smoke to be able to perform very well. What do you depend on 
that makes you do what you do on stage?

Let me just put it this way that I am just lucky. I don’t drink and I
 don’t smoke. I don’t do drugs and I don’t like people who do drugs. 
Even within my band, ordinary cigarette smoking irritates me; I don’t 
like it. I believe that music on its own is enough to make me high 
because I love doing it with passion. I don’t need any drug to make me 
high on stage. I am addicted to music without necessarily taking 
anything to make me high.

What was your dream as a young boy?

When I was young, I wanted to be an engineer and at the same time, I 
wanted to be a lawyer. At another time, I wanted to be a doctor. In 
fact, there was no time I wanted to be a musician because being born 
into royalty, it was unthinkable to think that way. But I loved music; I
 loved dancing and people who danced. I loved to dance to any kind of 
music.

Then as a young boy of seven or eight, I used to pray for branded 
vans promoting new products like Michelin, to come to my community where
 I could listen to music and watch people dance. At times, I would just 
join to dance and people would be clapping for me. I would forget myself
 so much until one relative came along to pull my ears or beat me for 
dancing around.

So, when I realised that nobody in the family wanted me to dance or 
watch those who danced or played music, it did not occur to me to wish 
to become a musician. I thought I would be a good lawyer because nobody 
won me over in any argument. At the same time too, I thought I would be 
an engineer because then, you would find me at any refuse dump where I 
would be looking for used wire and batteries which I coupled together to
 produce light.

Then I would like to know what was doing the talking in the radio and
 people thought I would end up as an engineer. I learnt carpentry and 
painting.

How? What of school?

I was going to school but anytime I closed, I went to the carpentry 
workshop to learn. During holidays too, I was always at the workshop 
working. Again, I had a brother who repaired motorcycles and his shop 
was beside where I was learning carpentry. I more or less was learning 
so many things at the same time.

But why did your parents take you to the carpentry workshop to learn even when you were schooling?

No, it was on my own. I was very bright at school because the little I
 could read was enough for me to pass. Once I did my homework, I would 
dash across to the workshop and learn. Despite this, I never failed in 
school except once when my teacher intentionally failed me. I reported 
him to the headmaster and the teacher was sacked. We were 39 in class 
and the teacher said I came 14th instead of being in the first three.

Even at that, how could I be said to have failed in the 14th position
 out of 39? It looked very strange to me and I walked into the 
headmaster’s office and reported the teacher. After reporting the man, 
the headmaster told me not to tell anybody and that he knew what to do. I
 just discovered that I didn’t see the teacher again; it was later that I
 learnt that the teacher had been sacked.

But as a bright boy, why didn’t you proceed to the university?

That was my dream and intention. You know, I lost 
my father when I was young and I loved my mum so much that I thought it 
would be a burden for her to continue to fund my education alone with 
that of my siblings. So, out of pity for her, I decided to be doing 
something to help rather than depending on her to cater for me. When I 
was still very young in school, my mother who used to weave aso oke 
always gave me new cloth for my school uniform every term with different
 designs.

I joined the Boys Brigade and during the holidays, we used to go to 
the white people’s home like the DO (District Officer) for any job and 
sometimes, they would dash us some money. I used to go to the farm to 
look for bamboo to make cages for the birds that I caught. I would then 
give out the birds together with the cage and asked to be given anything
 in exchange.

I wanted to go to the university; in fact when I ran to Lagos from 
Abeokuta, my people back home thought I was in the University of Lagos. 
When I was leaving Abeokuta for Lagos, I actually told some colleagues 
that I was going to Lagos to try my luck but that if my family asked of 
me, they should tell them that I gained admission to University of 
Lagos.

For almost three years, my family thought I was in the university in 
Lagos. It was not until I formed my own group that an uncle came and 
asked me whether I was actually Sunny Ade. I said yes and he said how 
come; what happened to your university education? I said well, I had to 
take to music when I could no longer pay myself through school.

He almost slapped me, accusing me of lying to the family that I was 
in school. Then I now made him to sit down and explained to him and he 
understood and promised to tell the family what I was actually doing. My
 family didn’t approve of what I was doing for almost 15 years until I 
really made the name. They found it difficult to know that I was 
actually Sunny Ade instead of Sunday Adeniyi.

Again in those days, they could only hear you on the radio; the 
television then, WNTV was very competitive for everyone to be featured. 
My mother insisted that I must go to school instead of playing music. 
She asked me how I wanted my father to feel in the grave that his son 
was only good enough to sing instead of being a lawyer or an engineer as
 the case may be.

Why are you so close to almost all Yoruba obas? Is it because of being from a royal family?

I believe God gave me that and till now, I still don’t know why they 
all love me. I am the son of all the obas and I respect them because 
obas are born. As a Yoruba boy and being a royal blood, one must know 
how to behave in their presence. Whenever I go to the Oba of Benin, he 
is always the one that beckons to me to come closer to him. He would say
 but I knew him as a permanent secretary, so why keeping a distance and I
 would say that was when he was just a prince.

When you and Onyeka Onwenu did a song, Wait for me, there was a rumour that you two had an affair…

That was the gimmick we used for that particular record to be widely 
accepted. Because the collaboration was very unusual, people were 
thinking we were dating but we were not. People were thinking we were 
getting married until the record came out. Onyeka is a very good friend 
and an energetic musician. The song was sponsored by Hopkins University 
in Maryland, USA and we even went there to collect the award together.

King Sunny Ade – “I Lied To My Mum For 3 Years That I Was A Student Of UNILAG”

In a recent interview with Punch NG, legendary Nigerian artiste King Sunny Ade talked about his music, growing up as a child, the industry...

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Robbery Gang Led By Female Law Graduate Arrested

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A seven-man robbery gang led by a woman, Chioma Ezekwesiri a Law 
graduate from the University of Lagos, has been arrested along with six 
other members of her gang by the Special Anti-Robbery Squad, SARS, in 
Lagos while attempting to rob Bolatito Hotel, Kola Bus Stop, Ijaiye, 
Lagos. 
 
The alleged mastermind and ringleader, Chioma confessed she arranged 
for the guns with Raymond Chukwuka, a.k.a. Stubborn. They were to use 
for the operation, which she claimed was a land matter, whereas the 
police said that their mission was allegedly to rob a male customer of 
the hotel, who sells fertilizer, of about N8 million. 
 
According to P.M News reports, other suspected members of the gang 
are: Amadi Igwe, 41, Raymond Chukwuka, 24, Ignatius Okeredi, 27, Michael
 Madu, 52, and Okechukwu Jerome, 28, and a yet-to-be identified member 
who is now on the run. 
 
The alleged robbery operation, according to the police, was foiled by
 some staff of the hotel, who promptly made a distress call to SARS 
operatives. 
The law enforcement agents were said to have surrounded the hotel, 
and later searched all its occupants. It was in the process that two 
locally made guns and 12 live ammunition were recovered from the robbery
 suspects.

Robbery Gang Led By Female Law Graduate Arrested

A seven-man robbery gang led by a woman, Chioma Ezekwesiri a Law graduate from the University of Lagos, has been arrested along with six ...

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Xclusive: House Of Representatives Orders Federal Universties To Reduce POST-UTME Cut-Off To 180

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Following the mass failure recorded 
in the 2013 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examinations, the House Of 
Representatives has commanded all federal universities to follow JAMB’s 
directive and reduce the cut-off marks to 180.

The House raised the alarms that many schools had not complied with 
the order, and asked the Federal Government to call defaulting 
universities to the book.

To this end, the House equally mandated the House Committee on 
Education to have an interface with both the Ministry of Education and 
the authorities of federal universities and allied institutions, with 
regards to ensuring strict adherence to government policy on education, 
especially when it is not in conflict with the provisions of Nigeria’s 
Constitution.

The House resolution was sequel to a motion moved by Honourable 
Victor Ogene, entitled “Blatant disregard of government’s directive on 
JAMB cut-off mark for federal universities: Need to call defaulting 
universities to order.”

According to him, “the statute setting up federal universities in 
Nigeria confers the powers and responsibilities of the visitor, 
financier and regulator on the Federal Government, represented by the 
president,” stressing that “such executive regulatory powers on federal 
tertiary education ( that are consistent with the laws of the land) are 
delegated to appropriate agents of the government. In this instance, the
 Federal Minister of Education, to execute on behalf of the President.”

He expressed worry that the current admission requirements by several
 Nigerian universities, especially the federal universities, founded and
 funded by the Federal Government, as published widely in the media, 
were in total disregard of this directive.

Speaking further, he said “while 180 marks was approved by 
government, eligibility for post-UTME entrance examination  into federal
 universities, such as the Federal University of Technology, Akure 
(FUTA), University of Lagos (UNILAG), University of Benin (UNIBEN), 
Obafemi Awolowo University ( OAU), University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), 
are pegged at 200 and above, the Federal University of Technology, Minna
 and Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK), put theirs at 190 and 200
 for science courses, respectively.”

To this end, he said “unless the government guideline of 180 marks 
for universities and 150 for polytechnics and colleges of education are 
strictly adhered to by these federal institutions, many Nigerian youths,
 who scored less than 200 marks, but met the government approved cut-off
 marks of 180 and 150 respectively, will be denied possible admission 
into their chosen tertiary institutions, as a result of this blatant 
disregard of the authority and directive of the central government.”

When the motion was put to vote by the Deputy Speaker, Honourable 
Emeka Ihedioha, who presided over the session, it was unanimously 
supported by members.

Xclusive: House Of Representatives Orders Federal Universties To Reduce POST-UTME Cut-Off To 180

Following the mass failure recorded in the 2013 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examinat...

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Xclusive Interview: "N5 Million Per Show Is Okay For Me" - Wizkid

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International superstar Ayo “Wizkid” Balogun has decided to open up on the alleged UNILAG fraud case in a recent interview.</div>
The singer also talked about his relationship with EME and his new album.

Excerpts:

What really happened between you and the UNILAG students. You were accused of duping them?

By now, I think all is clear that there are some people parading 
themselves as either Wizkid or his managers. The unfortunate incident 
regarding the UNILAG students is a case of mistaken identity where 
people fell victim to some unscrupulous elements who impersonated me or 
my representatives. The same people, as we have come to know, went as 
far as creating fake accounts in my name to dupe people.

How did you come about the UNILAG palaver? 
Basically, the police just called us to inform us of the development. We
 can’t really give full details because we were invited to come to the 
police station and we went as law abiding citizens. When we got there, 
we gave our own statement as well as the students. But we really can’t 
say anything now until the police have done their proper investigations.
 But with the details on ground, what we want you to know is that the 
so-called Wizkid the students have been contacting is fake and an 
impostor. It’s really not from me or from anybody around me.

What was your first reaction when you heard the news? 
  
I felt so bad. I just went to my Twitter account and tweeted the normal 
people to contact if you want to book a show with Wizkid. Let’s be 
realistic. Everybody saw my hustle and watched me grow. When I dropped 
“Holla Your Boy”, I was much younger and wasn’t charging up to N5 
million for shows. This is just playing out and it is simple.

So, how much do you charge now? 
N5 million is okay for my show. But let’s just put things right. It is 
so bad to my company’s name and my name as well. That is why I decided 
to open up on the issue.

There is this rumour that you are no longer with EME? 
I have just released an album in collaboration with Wizkid and EME. 
“Starboy” is my new company, EME is still there for me. “Starboy” is 
Wizkid’s new record label and I have a couple of producers that are 
working with me in the new company. Definitely, we are working with a 
lot of people. Banky W and I, started way back. Our dreams have always 
been to build an empire, to help more people and give them that platform
 to showcase their talents. And all these dreams cannot happen only with
 one person.

So, we have to branch out and reach out to more people. The industry 
is really big and there are more than 5 million kids out there roaming 
about the street and looking for a platform to showcase their talents. 
We want to give them the platform to do that. So, as you can see, 
everyone can contribute to that. Now that “Starboy” has started, we 
thank God, we are doing well. Anybody can start up something. That is 
just what we are trying to do with EME.

Have you released the track list of your latest album? 
Yes, I have done that. I featured Olamide, D’banj and Banky W. The album
 is ready right now. But we are just putting some finishing touches to 
it. We will be having a listening party of the album very soon and we 
are going to announce that as soon as it is ready. We are planning for 
that. The album is coming out very strong and I thank God that I have 
put all the necessary things in place. I have a very strong belief that 
the album is going to win awards.

There is this rumour making the rounds that you have replaced your accidented Porsche car. Is it true?

Yes, that is absolutely true. We thank God for that. We thank Him for
 sparing my life. This is not the first time I’ve had such an encounter.
 That doesn’t mean I am a freak, but I needed to be mobile. I was moving
 around with a taxi all through the duration of the accident which is 
not proper.

Xclusive Interview: "N5 Million Per Show Is Okay For Me" - Wizkid

International superstar Ayo “Wizkid” Balogun has decided to open up on the alleged UNILAG fraud case in a recent interview. The singer a...

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Xclusive: Kcee The Limpopo Crooner Gives Unilag Student Schorlarship To Masters Degree

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Love to see when Artist give back, Artist Such As <a href="http://naijaxclusive.com/search/label/donjazzy" style="color: black;" target="_blank">Don Jazzy</a>, <a href="http://naijaxclusive.com/search/label/davido" style="color: black;" target="_blank">Davido</a> and others usually find time to give back to the public. Here is a video of Kcee Promise to sponsor a 200 Level University Student till he finishes his masters degree. Enjoy. Kudos 
 
 
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Xclusive: Intel Features Banky W In The ‘Create Your Tomorrow’ Campus Gig

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Yep! The ladies love him, and the
guys want to be him. Our very own the ladies man and super-hot
soul artiste, Banky W will be interacting one-on-one with his fans and lovers
of technology on May 14th, 2013 at the main auditorium of the famous
UNILAG. Be a part of your own tomorrow today.  
 
Click <a href="https://www.facebook.com/IntelNigeria?fref=ts">HERE</a> for more details on
how to participate and <a href="http://lindaikeji.blogspot.com/2013/05/intel-features-banky-w-in-create-your.html?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter#" id="_GPLITA_0" style="text-decoration: underline;" title="Click to Continue > by Browse to Save">win</a> amazing prizes and opportunities.  Continue.. 
 
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The ‘Create Your Tomorrow Campus’ Thingy</div>
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You could win amazing prizes as well as meet Mr. ‘Capable’
himself…the King of Soul…Banky W at the Intel-sponsored ‘Create Your Tomorrow’
UNILAG campus gig on May 14th, 2013. </div>
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Click here - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/IntelNigeria?fref=ts">www.facebook.com/IntelNigeria</a> for more
info on how you can participate to win amazing prizes and be the proud owner of
a brand new Intel-powered laptop. </div>

Xclusive: Intel Features Banky W In The ‘Create Your Tomorrow’ Campus Gig

Y ep! The ladies love him, and the guys want to be him. Our very own the ladies man and super-hot soul artiste, Banky W will be interactin...

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Xclusive: Unilag Medical student Eniola Abiola Drowns At Elegushi Beach

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Miss Eniola 
Abiola, a 200L student of Dentistry at the University of Lagos Medical 
School located at Idi-araba met her untimely death as she drowned at the popular Elegushi Beach in Lagos on Friday the 12th of April 2013. May her soul rest in peace...amen. Here's a picture from her candle light procession below</div>
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Xclusive: Unilag Medical student Eniola Abiola Drowns At Elegushi Beach

Miss Eniola Abiola, a 200L student of Dentistry at the University of Lagos Medical School located at Idi-araba met her untimely death a...

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