FACTORY78 - Awilo Longomba & Mista Precious interview

Legendary African entertainer and Soukuous crooner Awilo Logonba was in the Uk to shoot a music video for his collaborative song "johnny just come" with artiste and video director Mista Precious. As expected the guys at Factory78tv caught up with him for a brief chat . He talked everything from his surprise domination of the African continent from the 90's to the early 2000's, his successes internationally and the ongoing struggles of the people of the Democratic Replublic of Congo. Enjoy the energetic interview here on F78tv.

Video News from Sail Harbour Foundation & Lagos Polo Club

This video chronicles the highlights of the Captains Cup 2011, co-sponsored by Grey Goose. Enjoy the colorful pictures.



Caring for the needy is something the Sail Harbour Foundation takes seriously, and this year with support from Martini and Bacardi, they reached into the pockets of the privileged to raise funds for the not so fortunate. An interesting event documentary directed by James Amuta

Exclusive Interview with Face of Sleek 2011 Winner Alexandra Nwokedi

 In this Interview with @OloriSupergal, Alexandra Nwokedi a Law Graduate who emerged as the winner of  "Face of Sleek" 2011, spoke about her plans as the New Ambassador and many more. Enjoy!

What was growing up like? What influenced you?

I had a happy childhood growing up, studying and living in different parts of Nigeria. My parents are my role models and have always worked hard looking after my siblings and I, always encouraging us to make something of ourselves, and letting us know that we can do anything that we want to, if we put our minds to it. I’m a law graduate and I hope to make an impact from the beginning of my career and throughout. And now that I am also the ambassador for Sleek Studio, the leading hair and makeup brand in Nigeria, and also hope to make an impact there.

Have you always dreamt of being a beauty queen or it was an overnight decision?

It was not an ambition but when I heard about the Face Of Sleek Nigeria 2011 model search competition on the radio, it caught my interest and all my friends encouraged me to enter. I still cannot believe I have won and that my face will be promoting the beautiful makeup, hair and skincare products from Sleek Studio and I certainly still do not consider myself a beauty queen!

What was the whole screening process like for you? Can you share your experience with us?

It was very exciting but also very tough. Sleek Studio received thousands of entries from students, graduates, professional women and aspiring models all over Nigeria, and each one was in it to win. I was very nervous
when I attended the regional screening, but not nearly as nervous as I became when I got through to the semi finals and attended that in Lagos!

What was your focus for this competition? What were you looking at when you registered for Face Of Sleek Nigeria 2011 competition?

I didn’t really have a focus as such, and did not underestimate the other contestants for one second. But I was determined to just do the best I could and get as far as I could. I knew that the winner had to exude the Sleek Studio brand qualities of beauty, style and elegance and prayed that I fitted that bill.

So out of all the girls who got screened you were part of the final 15... and from 15 girls, the number was cut down to 8 girls for the final show. And at the end you got the crown. How did you feel when your name was mentioned as the overall winner?

All the finalists were referred to as ‘Sleek Girls’ number one or two or three, and so on. So the announcement was that ‘Sleek Girl number eight’ had won, and not actually that ‘Alexandra’ had won. So it took a few seconds for me to realise that I had won! Then I instantly experienced so many different emotions. From complete surprise and delight, to disbelief to shock and then concern that they had announced the wrong Sleek Girl number in error! Then all I could think of was that I couldn’t wait to tell my mum, family and friends!

The Final Three

Why do you think you were different from the other contestants because I remember all the girls were looking gorgeous that night? What did you do differently that you got the crown?

I agree that the other contestants looked gorgeous and I didn’t underestimate any of them for one second but for some reason the audience liked me and supported me from the very beginning. At the end of the evening some told me that they loved my short hair cut and some said that they loved my answers to the questions. The judges said that I radiated the Sleek Studio brand qualities of beauty, style and elegance, and had the kind of smile they were looking for for promoting the huge variety of makeup, hair and skincare products from Sleek Studio.

As the new Face of Sleek, what are your plans?

I plan to work hard and make the most of this fantastic opportunity I have been given. There are many photo shoots coming up for the variety of innovative hair and beauty products from Sleek Studio, and I will also become part of the Sleek Models team and model clothes for fashion designers.

Thanks for your Time

You are welcome.

‪Eromo Egbejule Interviews Kevin Lyttle

I Wanna Work With African Artistes, Carribean SuperStar Declares His hit single, Turn Me On rocked intercontinental waves some years back and everyone danced and gyrated to the soca music of Caribbean superstar.


Kevin Lyttle.
However, he went silent for quite a while. Young celebrity journalist,
Eromo Egbejule crossed seven seas and climbed seven mountains in search of him. When he did find Kev, they had a chat about his new record label, new singles and life besides music.
Eromo Egbejule: Yo Kev, howdy? How's your weekend going?
Kevin Lyttle: Hello, my weekend is going great thank you, very productive.

Eromo Egbejule: Like me, you studied engineering so why did you betray our profession, man? What allure did soca music and entertainment in general hold for you?
Kevin Lyttle: Dang…he just said I betrayed Engineering!:) That is a very strong word. lol. Engineering I did study yes, but that was never my dream. I studied Engineering for that was the guidance I had growing up. My mother wanted to make sure I had the best education but also my father figure growing up (I was very close to his sons) use to fix things he was very technical and that too runs on both sides of my family, for my
father is a mechanic. So it was guided as I said to be in that field. It wasn't an attraction to Soca Music it was the idea I had to always be a big star like Stevie Wonder or Michael Jackson. I however decided to push back into the Caribbean and that's how it began.

Eromo Egbejule: You're married to a doctor who doubles as your manager. Howzit going? Any run-ins with your female fans?
Kevin Lyttle: Being married to a doctor who also doubles as my manager is working GREAT!!!! She is definitely not the jealous type nor does she have reasons to be. She is not a groupie she is my WIFE and knows no one can take her place.

Eromo Egbejule: Life in Miami, life as a family man (how many kids?); what's changed in the Kevin who wowed the world with "Turn Me On"?
Kevin Lyttle: Life in Miami is awesome and being a family man works well for me. It keeps me disciplined and grounded. I don't have all that free time on my hands I have responsibilities to take care of. I can't party all night long and stay hanging out all day I have my son that I have to wake up daily and take to school and that is what matters the most, my family. I love the family life and as I said, it gives me that balance.

Eromo Egbejule: Being a dancehall superstar, has it crossed your mind to do a hit track with an African dancehall/makossa/coupe de cale singer like say Wizkid, Duncan Mighty, Cabo Snoop or Fally Ipupa? Or the more established acts like2face and eLDee?
Kevin Lyttle: I appreciate all the love Jamaica and the industry has shown me but my music is a crossover of Soca and R&B. I am not a dancehall star, I am a soca artist. I have heard of the fellow artistes and I would love to make a song with anyone who is making good music. I am always open to new opportunities.

Eromo Egbejule: Let's talk about Atlantic Records where you were signed on to, alongside Sean Paul. How was the experience? Leaving to set up Tarakon Records with your wife, Jackie; has it been worth it?
Kevin Lyttle: The experience on Atlantic Records was great. They're one of the most powerful Record companies in the world and they do an amazing job at marketing and promoting and they are the reason I have become the artist I am. They gave me my start and I am very grateful for that but I have left Atlantic a long time ago due to management reasons. Tarakon has been around since 2007 but is now being pushed by me. All is very well and worth it. I am in charge of the destiny of Kevin Lyttle.

Eromo Egbejule: Vincent and the Grenadines is quite a small country with close-knit ties to Jamaica, I hear. How has that affected your music, seeing as Jamaica is the home to dancehall and reggae?
Kevin Lyttle: Although Soca is the dominant music listened to and enjoyed in ST. Vincent, St.Vincent has a lot of dancehall influences such as the dancing styles from Jamaica and our accents are very similar, and being that my music is really Soca with a mix of dance-hall and R&B; it is strongly influenced by that culture!

Eromo Egbejule: Very recently, you dropped the track, Hot Girls and Alcohol. Nice. What's the most intriguing thing that's happened to you in a room with a good supply of both?
Kevin Lyttle: Hahaha…..LOL….No comment

Eromo Egbejule: What next from Kevin Lyttle? There's been a hiatus since you released Fiyah.
Kevin Lyttle: We will release the official videos for "Wine and go down" and "Hot girls and Alcohol" early 2012 and later in the year a New album!!!! LOOK OUT WORLD…LOL
Eromo Egbejule: In a few days, you begin a tour of Malaysia. Last time you were in Nigeria, my exams made me miss the concert. How was the experience?

Kevin Lyttle: It was GREAT!!! Jah Rule and I had fun, it was a movie!
Eromo Egbejule: We're the happiest people on earth, it has been said. Did you feel our warmth and hospitality?
Kevin Lyttle: Yeah man definitely, I look forward to getting there again soon. Are the Nigerian people ready for another round of Kevin Lyttle?

Eromo Egbejule: We are :D. No doubt when you were in Nigeria, you must've found out similarities between our culture and yours?
Kevin Lyttle: Yes your vibe is a lot like the Caribbean (especially the music) there is a very strong link between the two. The women are also as beautiful as my Vincy women.

Eromo Egbejule: When do you return, buddie?
Kevin Lyttle: As soon as you bring me back over. I AM READY!!!!!!!

Eromo Egbejule: How does your playlist look today? And er, what African songs are you feeling?
Kevin Lyttle: I like Kaysha, like his music. As for my play list, I have the top ten billboard artist and more. Have myself, Rihanna, Bruno Mars, Lil Wayne quite a bit.

Eromo Egbejule: Let's say you're a believer in superstition and came across a rabbit's left foot this Christmas..wish, please?
Kevin Lyttle: For the US politicians to hurry and make decisions in Congress. The most powerful country in the world taking it's time to make decisions that affect the rest of the world. Taking for granted the little things that can make a big difference. I wish for change for better immediately.

Eromo Egbejule: Say I was Zeus or Odin and could transform you into a superhero or a fellow god, which would you become?
Kevin Lyttle: Zeus of course. I need to be as powerful as the one who creates me so I too can become who ever I want to at anytime.

And then
Kev goes: "Thank you and big-up Nigeria...Nuff Love and Respect!"
About Eromo
Eromo Egbejule is a freelance journalist and publicist who should've been born carnivorous. When he isn't working or finding meat to eat, he's blogging at Helvetika.org. On Twitter, he is @Helvetika_EE

Lord Have Mercy!!! The New WOW Magazine Cover

Nollywood Actress Mercy Johnson-Okojie covers the December Edition of WOW Magazine. She looks Stunning WOW!!! Is all I can say..

Video: Kenny Saint Brown 'KSB' Interview with Factory78

KSB otherwise known as Kenny Saint Brown of the famous entertainment family the Ogungbe's stopped to speak Factory78tv during her summer trip to the UK. She was in Europe promoting the movie "Ghetto Dreamz the Dagrin story" which she also
acted as herself in . KSB as popularly known to her fans talked candidly about her industry beginings with Kennis music , the challenges facing women in entertainment and her successful last album featuring acts like Terry-G,M.I and Eldee to name a few. Watch the eye opening interview with the all conquering KSB right here on F78tv.

Video: Show Dem Camp Freestyle and Interview with Factory78

SDC Freestyle and Interview with Factory78.


Rap duo Show Dem Camp came into the Factory78tv studios during their recent stop in the UK. After a brief chat with Adesope and Dj Lanre, Ghost and Tec graced the F78 Microphones to remind viewers and fans alike why they have been highly rated lyricists in the Afro-HipHop genre and Afrobeats industry as a whole. Enjoy the full interview right here.

SDC Freestyle (Pt2) On Reminisce inst. with DjFactory78