The management team of Nigerian singer #Falz, have reacted to an ultimatum given to the singer to take down his ‘This is Nigeria’ #video or face actions from them.
An Islamic group, Muslims Rights Concern (MURIC), yesterday released a statement ordering Falz to take down the video which they claim ridicules their religion due to some girls seen wearing hijab and dancing shaku shaku in the video. However, Falz’s management have reacted to the ultimatum given to him by MURIC. According to them, the video won’t be taken down. They advised the group to head to court to address their grievances and that they are ready to meet them there. They said:-
“We have nothing to say. We are not withdrawing the video neither are we commenting on their claims. If they (MURIC) have any grievance they can head to court and we will meet them”.
Falz recently released 'This is Nigeria' video and it has become a major talking point in the country; for good and for bad. The feedback on the video has caused #Falz to make a timely reaction.
The rapper sat with Usifo Umozokpea of BBC Africa to talk about the controversial video which scored millions of views within days of its release. He opened up to the interviewer, stating the reason he decided to make a cover of Childish Gambino’s critically acclaimed ‘This is America.’ He also reacted to backlash that ensued the release of the #video. Watch video:-
Below is a statement from the Muslim rights Concern group, MURIC, expressing displeasure at the recent music video,This is Nigeria by rapper, #Falz the Bahd guy;
Folarin Falana (Falz the Bahd Guy), a Nigerian artist, last week released a new #song called ‘This is Nigeria’. The production featured a character that dressed like a Fulani man, who suddenly abandoned his traditional guitar and beheaded a man. It also portrayed women in hijab as choreographers dancing the ‘shaku-shaku’ (a dance associated with a drug-related song). The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) strongly denounces the Shaku Shaku dance #video. It is thoughtless, insensitive and highly provocative. It is a hate video. It is Islamophobia nulli secundus. This video has the potential of causing religious crisiS of unprecedented dimension. We therefore demand its withdrawal and an apology to Nigerian Muslims within seven days or the authors and their agents will face legal action if they fail to comply. The video manifests ethnic bias against Fulanis while it ignored the criminal activities of ethnic militia of the Middle Belt who have also massacred Fulanis and rustled their cattles in their thousands. This video has denigrated Islam, demonized Nigerian Muslims and subjected them to public opprobium. MURIC rejects Falz’ explanation that the the girls in hijab in his ‘Shaku Shaku’ dance symbolize the Chibok girls because nothing in the video indicates that the girls represent the Chibok girls. At least none of the Chibok girls have been seen dancing like a drunkard. They are always in pensive mood. Do they have any cause to be dancing? Are they happy? This video is the most detestable, odious and insidious Islam-bashing in recent time. Only the scenes portraying police brutality and the money-swallowing snake in the video are near the truth. Falz’ ‘Shaku Shaku’ video is nothing but a hate-induced production. It is a most unpatriotic handiwork of a Nigerian youth in 2018. Here is the work of a youth working towards turning Nigerians against each other; a youth inciting Nigerian Christians to hate their Muslim neighbours; a youth instigating Muslims to religious violence. This video is in bad taste. It is a hate video. It is an assault on the self-dignity of every Muslim. It is freedom of expression gone haywire. We call the attention of security agencies to this hate action. The tragedy facing modern societies all over the world is their criminal complicity in Islam-bashing and their hypocritical accusation of Muslims of terrorism and religious violence. On the contrary, terrorism is mere smoke. Provocation, derision and injustice are the fires which cause terrorism. We reiterate our pontification that it is naïve for a fire fighter to ignore the fire and turn his hose at the smoke. The world is treating symptoms, leaving the real ailment to fester. We remind Nigerians of the outcome of similar provocative actions in the past and their unpalatable outcomes. The violent reaction of Nigerian Muslims to Fun Times magazine’s blasphemous story of December 1990 in which it was alleged that “Muhammad had an illicit affair with a woman of easy virtue according to the Qur’an and later married her” shook the country to its foundation. Isioma Daniel’s article, “The World at Their Feet” published in ThisDay newspaper on Saturday, 16th November, 2002, drew the ire of Muslims across the length and breadth of Nigeria. Violent demonstrations broke out in 2005 when the Danish newspaper Jyllands-Posten’s published a cartoon in which Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) was depicted as a terrorist wearing a bomb-laden turban. In January 2015, Charlie Ebdo, the French satirical magazine used cartoons that were considered provocative by Muslims. Blood flowed on the streets of Paris. We condemn violence and all acts of terrorism. But we do not share the opinion that freedom of expression can go to any length. Even Pope Francis has warned people not to insult the faith of others. He said, “It is normal. You cannot provoke. You cannot insult the faiths of others. You cannot make fun of the faiths of others. Freedom of speech and expression are fundamental human rights. However, there should be a limit to offending and ridiculing the faiths and beliefs of others.” But has this advice been taken seriously? Nigerian Artistes have consistently proved that they are most willing to ignore the Pope’s advice. They provoke Muslims at the slightest opportunity. They have this habit of giving Muslim names to characters who play devilish, immoral and lowly roles in their films, e.g. Sikiratu Sindodo, Jelili Oniso, Basira Baseje, Osanle Modinat, Aminatu Pa-pa-pa are a few examples. Of recent, Muniru and Ambali play despicable roles of idiocy. The idea behind this is to make Muslims feel ashamed of the ordinary Muslim name. It is inhuman, despicable and bully-motivated. MURIC will defend the Muslim name with every legitimate tool at its disposal. There is no gainsaying the fact that a culture of impunity pervades the arts in Nigeria. The National Film And Video Censors Board (NFVCB), a regulatory agency set up by Act No. 85 of 1993 to regulate films and the video industry has a case to answer. ‘Shaku Shaku’ video was shot and released under its watch. What is its alucutus. What will it say if Muslims elect to go violent over this primitive, irresponsible and reckless production? What will it say if hundreds of lives and properties worth billions of dollars are lost in the ensuing violence due to its negligence? As we round up, MURIC warns Nigerian artists to stop giving Muslim names to devilish and lowly characters. We appeal to Muslims all over the country to simmer down. Let us adopt a civilized approach to ‘Shaku Shaku’ and teach agents provocateur some lessons in respect for human feelings. Instead of going violent, Nigerian Muslims should take those behind the ‘Shaku Shaku’ video to court in order to serve as a deterrent to others. We therefore give notice of impending legal action against the artist behind the ‘Shaku Shaku’ video unless the latter is withdrawn and an apology is widely published within seven days.
#Wizkid and #Skales used to be tight friends when they were both label mates at EME some years ago but that ship sank when they both left the label and had their differences.
It seems they are back on good terms now however as they were both spotted at the just concluded One Africa Music Fest in London. Skales shared the above photo along with a #video on his Instagram page and wrote;
Ugobest Global Entertainment Foundation presents newly signed Artiste “M-Day” whose real names are Unah Monday Buchi, M-Day is a native of Ebonyi state. #M-Day is set to take the industry by storm as he drops his debute single “Missing You” which is a cool and soothing love #song that everyone can relate with. ‘Missing You‘ is produced by Endeetones & Blaque beat,mix and mastered by Suka sounds. The video directed by Paul Gambit. Enjoy!! #Download and Enjoy “M-Day – Missing You” #Video below:-
A very shocking video has just emerged online and it shows a young man breaking #BBNaija 2017 winner, Efe’s #album after someone gave it to him. The BBNaija 2018 winner, Efe have been getting some serious criticisms ever since he embarked on his journey into the #music industry, some Nigerians claim he can not sing and this #video has just proven how some people hate his #songs. The young man behind the camera was so not impressed with the songs in the album as decided to break the disc like an empty soda can. He made the video and dropped a comment saying:-
“Someone brought Efe album to my house had to break it….trash”
Davido’s #song, ‘Assurance ’ emerged as the hottest Nigerian song released last month, May 2018. Following the Afrobeat song is the controversial song, 'This is Nigeria' by #Falz. These songs and eight others was obtained from statistics from online downloads and streaming devices like iTunes, Spotify, Youtube, radio airplay and other #download devices.
The list which was published in a magazine gave Assurance, the song which caught a buzz after the song owner Davido bought a Porsche for his girlfriend, Chioma on her birthday last month. With this, #Davido remains the hottest and perhaps the most bankable Nigeria #music artiste as result of his feat last year wresting the pinnacle and bragging writes from his rival now friend, #Wizkid.
The #DMW label owner may just win the BET Int’l Act 2018 award holding later this month. Falz who is fast becoming the most dominant rapper cum entertainer in Nigeria, has his trending song, ‘This Is Nigeria’ as the second most downloaded song in May 2018. The song was a subtle way of speaking out about the ills of the country which is laudable as musicians ought to do advocacy when the time arises.
The #video though stoked controversy because of the use of hijab-wearing ladies dancing to the song beats. Though the Censors board, NFVCB has come out that Falz didn’t bring the video for licensing, it may just have made the song more popular and arousing curiousity. The third song is Baba by DJ Spinall Ft Kiss Daniel. Others on the list include Fake Love by Duncan Mighty Featuring Wizkid, Selense by Harrysong featuring Kiss Daniel & Reekado Banks, Olamide’s song, Kana made the list as the sixth others song released in May. The rapper who is set to get married to his baby mama soon surprisingly didn’t get any award at Headies held last month despite his hardwork.
But Kana by #Olamide Ft Wizkid is sure a dope song. The other last four songs are, Overload by Mr Eazi Ft #Slimcase & Mr Real, 2geda by Korede Bello, Ebeano Internationally by Mr P (P Square) and My Dear by DJ Big N Ft. Don Jazzy & Kiss Daniel. The list shows that Mr P’s solo career is gradually gaining momentum. Why not? He seems the most hardworking of the duo and has a dancing skill and themed song to explore. Also Assurance which both audio and video got released on May 1st of currently has over 7million views on YouTube.
[Download Video] Fanzy Papaya Ft. Patoranking – Bless Me
Fanzy Papaya is back with something new and exciting. The energetic singer follows up his smash hit single ‘Janet’ with this new #Patoranking assisted single ‘Bless Me’. The singer, signed to Emvels Entertainment has spent a lot of the first part of the year recording several #songs and it is rumored that he has something lined up with Superstar Diva ‘Yemi Alade’ and we can’t keep calm This #video was shot in Lagos with the magic touch of one the sic-est film makers in Nigeria “Paul Gambit“. #Download and Enjoy “Fanzy Papaya Ft. Patoranking – Bless Me” below:-
American based Nigerian international Deejay, radio personality, record label executive and producer Allwell Ibama popularly known as DJ Kev of KEV NATION takes us on a different dimension with his latest single featuring one of Africans most recognized hit maker L.A.X on the track titled “Maga” (Slow Down). With his immense contributions towards promoting Afrobeat sounds; as a club host and Tour DJ for various A-List Africa acts he keeps dishing out his highly requested Afrobeat mixtapes that is playing a major part in the success of Afrobeat club promotions in United States, However, DJ Kev decided to take us to another level entirely with this his new body of work. Maga (Slow Down) featuring L.A.X was produced by DJ Kev. #Video directed by HD Genesis!!! #Download and Enjoy “DJ Kev Ft. L.A.X – Maga” Video below:-
Rasaki Records CEO ‘L.A.X’ releases the official #video to his newly released single ‘Nobody’ which features Starboy Ent. honcho ‘WIzkid’. This visuals was shot in Lagos, Nigeria and directed by Paul Gambit while sound produced by Mavin recordsin house producer ‘Altims’. #Download and Enjoy “L.A.X Ft. #Wizkid– Nobody” below:- Also download the Mp3 Here>> [Download Music] L.A.X Ft. Wizkid – Nobody
Falz has managed to draw mass attention to himself with the release of a remake version of Childish Gambino’s ‘This Is America’. He titled his own ‘This is Nigeria’ and it has sparked public reaction, even from producer and US business mogul, P. Diddy. Some section of the fans have been lauding the brilliance of #Falz in mirroring the Nigerian society through the #video – exposing the ills in government and amongst the populace. The same way the original version mirrors the American society. However, another section of the fans are critical of Falz’s action, calling him a fraud who stole the idea but the rapper has reacted and he stated that the concept behind the video is to remake the original idea by Childish Gambino in such a way that it would have similar impact on the Nigerian society. Get Falz “This Is Nigeria” Audio & Video Here>> [Download Music Audio and Video] Falz – This Is Nigeria Falz urged his audience to focus on the message and let it drive them to action. Surprisingly, P.Diddy joined in reacting to the video and he is for Falz. The iconic producer and businessman shared Falz’s video on Instagram and endorsed him with a caption that read ‘?????? @falzthebahdguy #nigeriaLETS GO!!!!!!!’ Watch video below:-
