MultiChoice Announces Special DStv, GOtv Channels For December Festivities

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November 30, 2024

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MultiChoice Announces Special DStv, GOtv Channels For December Festivities—-MultiChoice Nigeria has announced that its dedicated holiday channel, DStv Channel 198, will feature live broadcasts of concerts and festivals throughout the highly anticipated Detty December season.

Dr. Busola Tejumola, Executive Head of Content and Channels for West Africa at MultiChoice, shared the update in a statement issued on Friday in Lagos.

Highlighting the lineup, Tejumola revealed that the 19th edition of The Experience, scheduled for November 6, and the Akwa Ibom Christmas Carols Festival on December 13, will be showcased on DStv.

“This festive season allows us to pause and celebrate what truly matters: love, friendship, and the shared experiences that make life exciting.

“With an extensive lineup of kids’ content, football offerings, and internationally acclaimed shows, we hope to amplify the joy of togetherness and give our audience even more reasons to be happy this season.

“It’s almost Detty December season; after a long year of working hard, it’s time to unwind and close the year with a bang.

“With many concerts and engagements slated for the festive season, you can watch your favourite live concerts and festivals from the comfort of your home.

“From The Experience to the Calabar Carnival, DStv will show these live events on its Holiday channel, DStv Ch. 198, which is currently open till January 3, 2025,” Tejumola stated.

She further announced that DStv and GOtv will air Unusual Praise, Africa’s largest Catholic gospel praise and worship event, on December 13 at 7:00 p.m. The broadcast will be available on DStv Channel 198 and GOtv Channel 49.

“In the spirit of festivities, the Akwa Ibom Christmas Carols Festival, the largest gathering of carol singers in Nigeria, will air on Friday, Dec. 13 on DStv channel 196 and GOtv channel 28, by 7:00 p.m.

“This year, the month-long Calabar Carnival, themed Our Shared Prosperity, is set to feature vibrant cultural displays, Christmas concerts, parades, and entertainment, all of which will be aired live on DStv.

“From the African Fashion Fiesta to Nyoro Ekpe, DStv will be airing these key activities live on Channel 198,” Tejumola added.

The holiday channel aims to bring the festive cheer of December celebrations directly into viewers’ homes, offering unparalleled access to some of Nigeria’s most anticipated seasonal events.

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Saxophone Hub is Created to Help Raise Generations of Musicians- Jerry Omole

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March 20, 2025

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Saxophone Hub is Created to Help Raise Generations of Musicians– Jerry Omole

• As they play host to Berklee College of Music, Godwin Louis and Jhony Keys

In a bid to further promote Jazz Music culture, Saxophone Hub & Vital Edge played host to two prominent professors from Berklee College of Music, Godwin Louis and Jhony Keys at the grandeur Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos.

Hosted by Ambassador Afolabi Oke (Ambassador of African Union 6th Region to Nigeria, ECOWAS), the august event underscores the commitment to raising champions, nurturing talents and transforming the African music landscape.

He disclosed that the event is a defining moment for the future of African music as the world is beginning to recognize the greatness in our rhythm, sound and stories as partnership like this creates opportunity for exposure & global connections.

For Grammy award nominated saxophonist, educator and composer, Godwin louis who is of the view that jazz music will take its spot through strategic push as we blacks have got good and unique talent when it comes to music.

He said ‘ I am amazed to see the growth of kids at the saxophone hub and their levels of understanding when it comes to music, the global market awaits this budding gems.

Reiterating further, Managing Director/CEO of Saxophone Hub, Jerry Omole disclosed that the Saxophone hub is created to help raise generations of musicians who will not only master their craft but also carry the African sound and spirit to global height. There is no retirement when it comes to music as it helps enhances whatever dream you have’.

It is pertinent to note that saxophone hub has a long-standing collaboration with Backcountry Jazz initiates led by Bennie Wallace where scholarship opportunities are open to young saxophonists and also the Berklee College of music is equally awarding scholarship to some of the most outstanding musicians.

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Court Clears Naira Marley, Sam Larry And Prime Boy As Nurse Face Trial Over Mohbad Shock Death

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February 25, 2025

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Court Clears Naira Marley, Sam Larry And Prime Boy As Nurse Face Trial Over Mohbad Shock Death—-A Magistrate Court sitting in Sabo, Yaba, Lagos, on Tuesday ruled that popular musician Abdulazeez Fashola, known as Naira Marley, and socialite Sam Larry had no involvement in the death of singer Aloba Oladimeji Ilerioluwa, popularly called Mohbad.

The court’s decision comes after months of speculation and legal proceedings surrounding the controversial case.

Reading the legal advice of the Directorate of Public Prosecution (DPP), Lagos, Magistrate Ejiro Kubenje on Tuesday ruled that Naira Marley had no case to answer.

The court also freed Owodunni Ibrahim (Primeboy), and Mohbad’s former manager, Opere Babatunde.

The DPP, however, stated that it will prosecute the auxiliary nurse, Feyisayo Ogedengbe, and Mohbad’s friend, Ayobami Sadiq, for reckless and negligent acts contrary to Section 251 (e) of the Criminal Law, Ch C.17, Vol.3, Laws of Lagos State, 2015.

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