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I LEFT JOURNALISM TO BUILD MY MUSIC CAREER- LIZZY MARTINS

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Music is a talent but very few people will resign from journalism, just to fulfil their passion about being a minister in songs.  Lizzy Martin a gospel musician, business woman is a talented gospel artists. She is a graduate of Mass communication and have been a journalist for several years before quitting to pursue her vision of music and also into her business.

In anticipation for the latest release of her next album, she then grants an interview with The Boss reporter who she shares her experience while building her career.

Goodday Ma, can we know you?

My name is Lizzy Martins, I am a dual citizen of Ghana and Nigeria,  my dad is from Oke-Agbo,  Ijebu Igbo in Ogun state while my mum is from  Brong-Ahafo Region, Brechem, Ghana. Am an Anglican. I’m based in Lagos State.  I  am a music minister.

As a dual citizen, can you speak both languages?

Yes, I can speak Twei (Ghana Language) but not fluently .  I can speak  Ijebu fluently. (Speaking Ijebu dialect) Mo le sojebu daada. Omo Ijebu remiwa, Omo Orimolusi, Omo oke-Agbo beje. Mile fowo osi juwe ile iba mi (laughing)

How were you introduced into Music?

I started officially nine years ago. But i have been singing before then. I have a brother who is an Anglican priest and also a musician,  I used to back him up when ever he went to minister in music, so he made it so easy for me to start my ministry because I learnt a lot from him as a musician.

Since you started from Childhood, did you receive any encouragement from your parents?

Yes, my parents encouraged me, most especially my dad of blessed memory.   My dad loved music, so he made sure I was involved in all church activities as a teenager that made it so easy for me to do music. Mum is also my encouraged. She prays and encourages me that she has no silver, gold or money to give me, but she’s certain that with her prayer, I will get there.  I could remember one day when my brother,  Canon Olakunle Yaw Martins told me that before my father died, on the sick bed, he said he told him to ensure that I don’t stop singing, that no matter what I intend doing in the future, I must not stop singing. So, am sure he’s in love of my chosen career and wherever he is, he would be happy and proud of me.

Can you tell us about your educational Background?

Ok, I went to Saint Philips Anglican school 2 in Ijebu-igbo and I also attended Molusi College, Ijebu-Igbo in the same Ogun state. After my secondary school,  I then went to Lagos City computer college in Ijebu-Ode where I obtained a certificate in data processing. After that, I went straight to Ile-Ife where I studied Mass Communication in a private polytechnic named The Polytechnic Ife.

Talking about Music, what inspires you to sing?

God is my source of inspiration. Also, I get inspired almost everything on planet earth.

Apart from Music, what instrument can you also play?

I play talking drum fairly.

Since 2010, how many songs have you released?

I have released an album which was produced by JULIEKING production and marketed by ALOY Productions International. The album is titled “Mafimisile” meaning “Don’t forsake me”

Who do you take as your role model that you look up to?

I have one in Nigeria and Abroad, Evangelist Tope Alabi and Tasha Cobbs

What makes your music different and unique from other gospel artistes?

I will say, apart from my style of music, my stage performance and appearance have stood me out.

With Music taking most of your time, how do you see Music helping you to preach the gospel of Christ?

Music is a very easy way to pass a message. That’s why I take my time before I release a song. When am invited to any church, I make sure that I minister in songs and not  to entertain.

Surely as a musician, you tend to face challenges, so can you hint us about some of them?

I have challenges but the only one I can talk about is financial challenge. And this has affected my business. Since I have no sponsor, so I spend money from my business just to do music.  Because when the money is not forthcoming, the business you run will surely be affected.

Apart from the issue of finance, what other means to you strive to make an impact on your music?

Social media has been  helpful. Bloggers are so supportive. The likes of Ojutole blog, informant Newspaper,  Abiding hub, Veno News, and of course  “The BossNewspaper”. I want to use this medium to say thank you for promoting my brand on your platforms.

So can you let us know about the new song that you will soon release.

I am releasing it on Friday 21st of this month, it is titled, “you are not alone” produced by T.Soft and the song is all about what is going on in our society and the whole world at large, it is to encourage people who are facing some challenges of life not to feel depressed. There is still hope for a better tomorrow, because every one who has made it in life have also experienced tough times.   This song encourages them not to commit suicide, because the rate at which people commit suicide nowadays is very high simply because they are helpless.

Since 2009 to date, you are still doing God’s work, so therefore where do you see Lizzy Martins in 5 years time?

I see Lizzy Martins in a greater height because that’s where I belong.  Lizzy Martins would have become a house hold name. Lastly, I see myself  winning more souls for God .

In what way or the other, you would have received accolades from people and also critics will have complained about your songs, so how were you able to manage them?

I must confess, I have not experienced criticism on any of my songs.

What advise will you give to other up comings who are facing one challenge or the other and are thinking about backing off the career?

I would love to say; Don’t give up even if people don’t motivate you, God sees everything, every upcoming should also not give in to the things of the world. Wait for your time because “slow and steady wins the race”. And keep praying.

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Veteran Nollywood Actor, Amaechi Muonagor Dies at 61

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Nollywood legend, Amaechi Muonagor, has reportedly passed on. He was 61.

The actor suffered kidney failure and has been on dialysis.

His demise on Sunday came just few days after a video, where he was soliciting funds for Kidney transplant went viral.

His death comes weeks after another Nollywood actor, Mr Ibu, died.

No official statement has yet been released.

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Popular Celebrity Award: Adeleke, Dele Momodu Hail Nigeria’s Entertainment As World Class

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The governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, and Publisher, Ovation International Magazine, Aare Dele Momodu have hailed the Nigerian entertainment industry as world-class by all standard.

The duo made the disclosure at the unveiling of a voting platform for Most Popular Celebrity Award in Osogbo, Osun State by Governor Adeleke.

Speaking with journalists at the Celebrity House, Osogbo, venue of the unveiling, Momodu said Nigerian music industry and Nollywood are global brands, adding that the award would further boost the industry’s rating towards becoming a global leader.

“The Nigerian entertainment industry is world-class, it is one that would become number one in the world. So, I am proud of what Osun state has done. Governor Ademola Adeleke is investing in the industry; he is from a family that is into entertainment with the likes of David Adeleke (Davido), Shina Rambo, B-Red among others.

“This project is aimed at producing more of Davidos, B-Reds, not just in the state but also across the country, hence, our decision to support the ambition.

“I urge Nigerians to join the platform and vote for their favourite celebrities. This is an industry that can solve the problem of unemployment if properly supported. It could take our youths out of poverty,” he said.

Declaring the platform opened, Governor Adeleke, who was represented by the Commissioner for Tourism, Abiodun Ojo, said the reason for the choice of Osun for the event is not far-fetched, saying the state is the cradle of entertainment with the likes of late Duro Ladipo, Kareem Adepoju (Baba Wande), Yemi Elebuibon to the trendy Davido among others.

“Today, we are unveiling another landmark, a prestigious honour to creative minds. It is an integrity laced process and a unifying force to boost the industry, through an enigmatic progression that will create over 50,000 entrepreneurs Nationwide.

“This will be a drive to a sustainable data based National Recognition in form of an Award to Nigeria’s MOST POPULAR CELEBRITY for the year 2023 in 17 Categories to be crowned here in Osogbo,” he added.

The project coordinator, Solanke Hamzat, said the platform would offer fans opportunity to vote for their favourite celebrities in seventeen categories.

He said the platform is devoid of any technicalities and is making the fans the decider based on the influence such celebrity had on their lives.

The Osun State government under Governor Adeleke has been in the forefront of promoting tourism, culture, entertainment and more in the state.

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Glo Launches Naija Comedy Service to Boost Entertainment, Fun

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A new offer, Glo Naija Comedy Service, which features an array of video content from top Nigerian comedians has been unveiled by digital solutions company, Globacom.

Globacom explained in a press statement in Lagos that “Glo Naija Comedy Service, was designed to suit customers’ entertainment and fun needs and its available at the palm of customers’ hands on all android and i-phone devices and on any web browser of their choice.”

Glo stated that the stress-bursting video content service which is deployed in conjunction with NCC-licensed aggregators will feature the likes of Sabinus, Aki and Pawpaw and others, providing rib-cracking jokes and entertainment for the enjoyment of Nigerians. It added that “Glo Naija Comedy Service ensures there is something for everyone”.

The service, according to Globacom,  is easy to use and it works on all web browsers. It stated that there is no need to download any app to enjoy it, adding that “As long as a subscriber has an active data pack, he or she will be able to access Glo Naija Comedy Service and savour the fun”.

Customers can subscribe to the service by dialing the short code 55222 or *55222# while subscription for the service include daily subscription pack which attracts N20 per day, weekly subscription which goes for N100, and the monthly packages starting from N500.

Globacom said “Customers can also call Glo Customer Care Centre on short code 300 for additional information on the service.”

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