GISTMASTER:GISTING WITH NAETO C

By Niyi Tabiti

Naeto C is unarguably one of the best rappers Nigeria ever produced. Despite his privileged background, Naeto said it has not affected the way he sees life. "I am focused on doing my own thing,creating legacy for myself in the entertainment industry"

  Naeto’s mum was a federal minister of Transport. She was later appointed minister of Aviation durning President Olusegun Obasanjo’s tenure. She was also Nigeria Ambassador to Ireland before coming back home to serve as National Woman leader of the People Democratic Party (PDP).

  

Just last week we set up a meeting on his forthcoming album.As usual,Naeto was punctual to the meeting point at Rhapsody,Ikeja City Mall.Time was 5 pm.

He was wearing this well tailored native attire.No piercing,no tattoo and no sagging.He knew what i meant when i said he is 'normal' unlike most hip hop artists who have pierced their ears,customised

WHEN STORM360/KILIMAJARO SHUT DOWN LAGOS WITH RICK ROSS, NAETO C AND OTHERS

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The Storm 360/Kilimanjaro, Lagos Shutdown Concert, which held on Monday, 27th December, 2010 at the prestigious Expo Center of Eko Hotel will be remembered as the standout show amongst the multitude of events that took place over the festive season.

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The concert, which was expertly anchored by the Beat 99.9 FM’s Olisa Adibua, featured American rapper Rick Ross, as the leading artiste of the show. Also on the team of performers were some of Nigeria’s own finest musicians – Whiz Kid, Ice Prince, Dr SID, Sasha, YQ, Naeto C, MI. Together with the talented DJ Neptune, all the artistes thrilled the audience with hit after hit, while Olisa skillfully knitted each part of the concert into a perfect script. As Rick Ross finally stepped on stage, the expectant crowd went wild – even the VIP guests refused to be left out – screaming along the lyrics as he performed his hit tracks, ‘One Nation Under God’ and ‘BMF’.

For all who attended the show, one thing was obvious – Lagos shut down!