“The World Is Hard Right Now, But Nigeria Is Harder” – Timaya Laments

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7 months ago

October 23, 2024

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Nigerian singer Inetimi Alfred Odom, famously known as Timaya, recently expressed his concerns about the growing economic hardship affecting people across the globe.

During an interview with Channels Television, the music star pointed out that while financial struggles are a global issue, the impact in Nigeria is far more severe than in other countries.

Timaya shared his empathy for the common man, revealing how the economic crisis has touched his life as well.

He explained that his own responsibilities, such as paying salaries and taking care of family members, have become increasingly challenging due to the high cost of living.

“Things are really hard. I feel for people because if they’re not happy, I can’t be happy. I pay bills. I help a lot of people, so I understand what they’re going through.

I’m also feeling the hardship myself,” he said, reflecting on the struggles many Nigerians face daily.

The musician also mentioned that the financial pressure extends to everyone, including politicians, stressing that nobody is immune to the current economic situation.

According to Timaya, one of the few ways to keep up with rising costs is by earning foreign currency, especially dollars, as converting it to naira offers some relief.

“If you’re earning in forex, that’s how you can manage. But even in America, where they earn in dollars and spend in dollars, things are still tough.

The world is hard right now, but Nigeria is harder,” he added.

Timaya didn’t hold back when discussing how the economic difficulties have affected the entertainment industry, especially when it comes to producing music.

He explained that promoting music today requires significant financial investment, a far cry from what it used to be.

“In the past, we didn’t worry much about shooting music videos. Even when we did, it might cost around N1.5 million.

But now, just to shoot one video costs around N50 million, N60 million, or even N100 million. And that’s just for the video.

Promoting it afterward requires even more millions. That’s why artists’ booking fees have become so high these days,” Timaya explained.

Despite the challenges, Timaya’s remarks shine a light on how difficult life has become for everyday Nigerians and how even those in the entertainment industry are feeling the pinch.

His candid discussion underscores the need for practical solutions to address the economic crisis and improve conditions for everyone in the country.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Sequel Delayed Until 2027

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19 hours ago

May 17, 2025

Gift Ogieva

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Fans of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles will have to wait a bit longer for the next movie. The sequel to the popular 2023 animated film, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem 2, has been delayed. It was originally set to come out on October 9, 2026, but now the release date has been pushed back to September 17, 2027.

The delay is mainly due to hold-ups in the animation production process. While this is disappointing, it’s a common challenge when making high-quality animated films. The studio behind the movie, Paramount Pictures, has also shifted other big releases around the same time, including The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender, which moved from early 2026 to late 2026.

Jeff Rowe, who directed the first Mutant Mayhem, is coming back to lead this sequel. He’ll be joined by co-directors Kyler Spears and Yashar Kassai. The story is expected to focus more on the villain Shredder, who made a dramatic appearance at the end of the first movie. Rowe described the sequel as a “villain-forward” story, promising a darker and more intense look at the Turtles’ greatest enemy.

The voice cast from the first movie will also return, including Micah Abbey, Shamon Brown Jr., Nicolas Cantu, and Brady Noon as the four Ninja Turtles.

The production team includes Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg, who are once again producing the film through their company, Point Grey Pictures.

To keep fans entertained while they wait, Paramount has launched Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, an animated series that connects the first movie with the upcoming sequel. The first season premiered on Paramount+ in August 2024, with a second season expected later this year.

Though the wait is longer than anyone hoped, this delay shows that the studio is focused on making sure the next Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film meets the high standards fans expect. Until then, viewers can enjoy the adventures in the Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series as they count down the months until the Turtles’ return to theaters in 2027.

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Weekend Vibes: Unwind This Saturday with Throwback Playlist Featuring Usher’s Most Iconic Hits

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22 hours ago

May 17, 2025

Ese Ohwofa

Welcome back to the weekend! It’s Saturday again — the perfect day to unwind after a stressful week. And what better way to relax than with a beautiful musical background? Let’s add a hint of nostalgia to that soundtrack. Today, we’ll be focusing on American singer and dancer, Usher.

Here is a list of Usher’s top 10 popular songs:

Yeah
OMG
U Got it bad
Burn
Climax
Nice & Slow
Love In This Club
DJ Got Us Falling In Love
My Boo
Good Kisser

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Priscilla Ojo Sparks Pregnancy Rumors Again After Stunning New Video

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23 hours ago

May 17, 2025

Ese Ohwofa

Nollywood Actress Priscilla Ojo gains attention from the public as she shares a video on social media.

In the video the actress looked stunning as usual and it seemed like a new brand deal. It can be recalled that the actress recently got married to her partner, Juma Jux and has been a mix of active and lowkey.

Amid the post, fans speculated once again that the actress must be pregnant. This isn’t the first time, the rumor started out right after the wedding.