This week on the Nigerian Idol competition. Here's a letter, more like an opinion from a fan and follower of the show to the judges.

Dear Femi, Yinka and Daniel,

How are you? Thank you for judging yet another exciting season of Nigerian Idol. It has been another strong crop of really great singers this year, and in the group of 12 you have some of the most exciting

vocalists this side of the Sahara.

But I have a bone to pick with you. As much as you have bonded and connected with these young men and women who pour their hearts and souls on stage every night, their connection to you need to tell them so many home truths:

1.They need to sing the whole song, not just the chorus—there's no point struggling through the notes then hitting it big. A superstar needs carry an entire song. Or 10.

2.They go off key quite often—see point above. These contestants need to realise that staying on key throughout the song is essential. Ain't nobody goin' pay to listen to bad music, even if it is entertaining.

3.They need to listen to wider variety of music, including stuff they don't like, and they have to know their music history. It pays to be educated about music, songs and song choices. Know that it was not

Jennifer Hudson who originally sang "And I am Telling You".

4.They have to be fit. The contestants run around on stage for two minutes and they are already out of breath and losing control of their voices. How will they cope with an entire concert? I'm lookin' at you

JayFeel.

You know what though, judges? You have told them some one big truth—it takes more than being a fabulous singer to make it in the entertainment business. These contestants need to command the stage and own it; make people sit up and watch, and Nigerian Idol still has a few gems in there that need a little more polish.

So judges, I'll give you a 6/10 for performance. Let's hope we can get

it to a 9.

Yours faithfully,

A Huge Fan

PS: Yinka I love you! Get your cray on!

The maiden edition of the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards took place yesterday March 9th, 2013 amidst fun, glamour and excitement. The event which was primarily organized to reward outstanding talents in the movie industry gathered together some of Africa's best movie stars, producers and film makers.Anchored by Nigeria's IK Osakioduwa and Vimbai Mutinhiri from Zimbabwe, it was staged at the Expo Hall of the Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos.Musical performances were granted by Femi Kuti, Tiwa Savage, EFYA, Banky W. Stars who graced the occasion include Genevieve Nnaji, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, Desmond Elliot, Tunde Kelani, Olu Jacobs, Liz Benson, Joke Silva, Helen Paul, Chico Ejiro, Ireti Doyle, Desmond Eliot, Damilola Adegbite, Richard Mofe-Damijo…the list is endless.While some looked resplendent in their gorgeous outfits, some others appeared drab and goofy. Outfits of Rita Dominic, Genevieve Nnaji, Stephanie Linus, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde and a few others were simple and overwhelming.
LIST OF WINNERS1) BEST ACTRESS IN A DRAMA
Perfect Picture | Jackie Appiah2) BEST ACTRESS IN A COMEDY
Dumebi the Dirty Girl | Mercy Johnson3) BEST ACTOR IN A DRAMA
Two Brides and a Baby | O.C Ukeje4) BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR 
A Good Catholic Girl | Matthew Nabwiso5) BEST ACTOR IN A COMEDY
House a Part | Hafiz Oyetoro6) BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS 
Lies that Bind | Maureen Koech7) BEST COSTUME DESIGNER
The Mirror Boy | Ngozi Obasi8) INDUSTRY TRAILBLAZER AWARD
Ivie Okujaiye9) BEST SHORT FILM
Yellow Fever | Ngendo Mukii10) BEST WRITER (COMEDY)
Skeem | Tim Greene11) BEST MOVIE DIRECTOR
The Mirror Boy | Obi Emelonye12) BEST LIGHTING DESIGNER
Otelo Burning | Dave Howe13) BEST ART DIRECTOR
Otelo Burning | Anita van Hemert & Chantel Carter14) BEST MOVIE
Otelo Burning | Sara Blecher15) BEST PICTURE EDITOR
Man on Ground | Aryan Kaganof16) BEST MOVIE (COMEDY)
Skeem | Tim Greene17) BEST MOVIE (DRAMA)
Man on Ground | Akin Omotoso/Fabian Adeoye Lojede/Hakeem Kae-Kazim/Rosie Motene18) BEST LOCAL LANGUAGE MOVIE (YORUBA)
Maami | Tunde Kelani19) BEST LOCAL LANGUAGE MOVIE (HAUSA)
Faida Nura | A. Ali/Hafizu Bello20) BEST LOCAL LANGUAGE MOVIE (SWAHILI)
The Ray of Hope | Sameer Srivastava/Sanjni Srivastava21) BEST WRITER (DRAMA)
The Mirror Boy | Obi Emelonye/Amaka Obi-Emelonye22) BEST TELEVISION SERIES
The XYZ Show | Godffrey Mwampembwa/Marie Lora-Mungai23) BEST CINEMATOGRAPHER
Man on Ground | Paul Michelson24) BEST MAKE-UP ARTIST
Otelo Burning | Jacqui Bannermen25). INDUSTRY MERIT AWARD
Olu Jacobs 

Thelma Okhaz needs no introduction. The  

Nollywood diva & Iroking Babe who ventured into music recently and is determined to make her mark has just released her second single and her first solo effort titled, 'I Like The Way'.

Having won the Next To Blow in RnB category of the 2012 Gbedu Music Awards on her debut, Thelma seems more motivated for greater course in the music industry this year and she's promised lots of surprises.

Produced by Kaha, the video for the new single has been shot by Patrick Elis and will be released in few weeks time. Keep your fingers crossed!

Download Thelma's I like the way:

 http://hu.lk/grj82dac9log



Fair-skinned Yoruba actress, Laide Bakare is set to premiere her reality TV show. Titled, "My Xperience", the show which is expected to premiere on AIT, TVC and STV networks soon will focus on her projects, career as well as the stress that comes with it.

Other entertainers who have done, are yet to or currently running their own reality shows include D'banj (Koko Mansion) Toni Payne, (My Champayne life), Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde (The Real Me) and Jim Iyke (Unscripted).