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“I Told Wizkid He Needed to Create a Sound with Nigerian Flavors” – Eldee The Don

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Veteran Nigerian musician Eldee The Don has opened up about the pivotal role he played in shaping the early career of Grammy-winning artist Wizkid.

During an appearance on the Adesope Live show, Eldee shared fascinating insights into how he helped Wizkid find his musical direction at a critical stage in his career.

At the time when Wizkid was signed to the popular EME (Empire Mates Entertainment) record label, he was exploring different genres, with a particular focus on Reggae and Dancehall music.

However, Eldee, who was already an influential figure in Nigeria’s music scene, recognized the potential for something uniquely Nigerian to resonate with listeners worldwide.

He recalled advising Wizkid to embrace a more local sound, one that was deeply rooted in Nigerian culture, rather than sticking to the Reggae and Dancehall path.

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Eldee explained, “When Wizkid first joined EME, he was leaning heavily towards Reggae and Dancehall.

Banky W had just signed him, but I told him he needed to create a sound that connected with Nigerian audiences.

I encouraged him to blend those genres with local influences to create something fresh and exciting.”

Taking Eldee’s advice to heart, Wizkid pivoted towards Afropop, eventually producing songs that would catapult him to international fame.

One of the first major hits in this new direction was “Don’t Dull,” a track that became an instant success and marked the beginning of Wizkid’s rise in the Nigerian music industry.

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Omowunmi Dada Opens Up About Ending Relationship Over Religious Differences

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Nigerian actress Omowunmi Dada speaks on her relationship and shares that she ended her relationship due to their different beliefs. Her partner was Islamic, and she is Christian.

“I dated someone who, when I met him, was a Christian, and then sometime later Ramadan started and he said he was fasting. I said why, and he said because that is what would make his mom happy. Being a Muslim is what would make his mom happy. There and then, I knew I couldn’t be with him.

“I have nothing against Muslims; I have Muslim friends who are amazing people, by the way. But for the kind of family that I want to raise, I would love to raise my children the Christian way. I want to be able to hold hands with my husband in one faith, in unity as a family.”


 

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Actor Olaide Olabanji Shows Support for Peter Obi For Upcoming Election

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Nigerian actor Olaide Olabanji speaks on Peter Obi’s election campaign and shows support for him.

The actor shared “If someone can destroy a country in three years, with ease, another person can make it better. Where bad people are, that’s where the progressive people are also at.

“Gowon ruled Nigeria for nine years, Gen. Murtala Muhammed repaired it in just six months.

“So if your tribe person can’t give you a better life, why not allow Peter Obi to give you a better future?”


 

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“Nigerians, a Lot of Them Are Wicked” — VeryDarkMan Speaks on Corruption

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VeryDarkMan, a social media activist, speaks on how Nigerians are starting to reflect Nigeria as a government.

Stating that Nigerians are now just as bad as the actions of the government, he shared “Yes, I have the movement to challenge the government 100%. The problem is the average Nigerian is just as bad as their leaders, and they will betray you either for money, tribalism, or religion.”

“Nigerians, a lot of them are wicked. Only vendor you go buy something, vendor no go deliver.”

“Do you know how many scam cases I have in my office? Just few days ago, N70M was recovered. I no even come online come talk….”


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