Rumor
has it that MTN Pulse Campus Invasion is coming to Ahmadu Bello University,
Zaria from2nd - 6th
September 2019. We just can’t spill all the beans, but looking at the
experience and activities from previous schools who have witnessed this 5 day
“turnt” event, ABU guests had better get ready!
So
let me give you a hint from previous MTN Pulse Campus
Invasion by MTN Nigeria.
The
event not only empowers the youth but also takes them through practical day -
to - day challenges in addition to the “madt” fun. At a similar event held at
the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife last year, one of the motivational
speakers who spoke at the event, Steve Harris, during the ‘Pulse Talk Series’,
gave the students some hints on how to speak to, and win, the girls of their
dreams, can your network ever?
Did
we gist you about the noiseless party in-between the lectures and how you could
dance to the loudest music with no one hearing, we would definitely know whats
up once you “gbe body e”. The games are not left out and did you know students
went back to their hostels with brand new phones, correct phones o!
What
else can I say, we just can’t wait for this experience, But you know the event
always presents us with a twist and surprises, who knows what might happen this
time, hmmmmmm…. Well, wee hear the event is happening from 2nd to 6th
September, 2019, so please let me go and iron my outfits cos I can’t be caught
sleeping on a bicycle.And to
all my ABUSITES, our time has come to “gbe body o”.
It is said that no matter what you do, if
you do it long enough and enthusiastic enough. Sooner or later your effort will
bring forth the reward. The story of Sadiq Buzo, is one of hard work and dedication.
He has shown that in whatever you, its imperative to have conviction and maintain
consistency. The Northern Blog caught up with him and we had an interesting
chat. Here are some excerpts from our interview.
The Northerner: Can we
know you?
Buzo: My
name is Sadiq Salihu Abubakar also known as Buzo Dan Fillo. I am a singer, a music producer, an editor and a voice over
artist with Algaita Studios a company that translates movies into Hausa
language.
The Northerner: How
long have you been in the entertainment industry?
Buzo: I have
been in the industry for as long as I can remember but let me just say I have
been in the industry for over 15 years.
The Northerner: How
many projects have you done over this period?
Buzo: For
the music due to some reasons like lack of proper support, when I say support I
don’t mean financial support. I am talking about moral support, so I have not
been really consistent. However, in terms of translating movies, since 2008
when we started, I can say we have translated over 150 movies. Although I have also
produced over 200 songs but not all of them were released.
The Northerner: What
are your most popular works?
Buzo: Some
of my popular works include a translation which was titled Dan Tawaye, there is
Inuwa and Masheki, i think these are the most popular ones. While in music I
did a song called Sarai, if you listen to the beats its really traditional but
the singing style is foreign. There is also Falsafa, Boys and Girls, and Hello
Hello. I think these are the quiet the most popular ones.
The Northerner: What
is your relationship with the Algaita Studio Productions?
Buzo: My
relationship with Algaita simply put is I founded it. We started Algaita with
my younger brother. Although he is now a civil servant. So my involvement with
Algaita is that I am one of the founders fathers.
The Northerner: What
prompted you to form a record label company at the time when such idea was
uncommon in the north?
Buzo: Well
at that time we were looking outwards, meaning we were then influenced by
foreign musicals, you know listening to foreign artists. And at that time I
started having this passion that since we are listening to these people why
can’t we have our own songs so people could listen to them. I don’t know may be
its my language or my region but whatever is the case I think its born out of
passion to make something happen, something new and exciting. So that was what
prompted the whole idea.
The Northerner: What
can you say is your milestone so far?
Buzo: Well
as far as I am concerned as an entertainer your goal shouldn’t just be about
making money but also about making impact. The thing is how many souls have you
touched, how many people have you been able to reach. How many have you been
able to put smile on their faces? So the milestone I have is reaching across
all Hausa speaking communities not only in Nigeria. They have all been
positively influenced with my entertainment be it the musical aspect or the
movie translation.
The Northerner: What
are your challenges so far?
Buzo: I
don’t want to talk about financial challenges. The thing is my major challenge
has been the failure of people to understand. When you bring something new, the
first thing people do is to reject it. They feel as if you are trying to bring
something which will bring harm to them. I don’t know the reason why but that’s
what people do. So that kind of misunderstanding has been a great bone in the
neck. Thank God now people have opened up to this type of things and the
challenges have eased down.
The Northerner: So
what is your advice for people going into this line of profession?
Buzo: I have
three words for them. Patience, Humility and Consistency.
Watch his lates release "Yi Mun Dariya" Featuring Nomiis Gee
It is a known
fact that northern Nigeria is blessed with talents that are not often
recognized or more saddening celebrated. This trend has affected the growth of
so many gifted individuals of northern extraction. However, some have managed
to break the barrier and carve a niche for themselves. One of such people is
Lawal Sulaiman, the creative director at Saulawa Arts. The Northern Blog had
some interesting chat with this creative fellow who has been through the length
and breadth of this country and has been the recipient of several awards in the
art industry. Here are some excerpts from our discussion:
The Northern
Blog: Can
we meet you?
Lawal: I amLawal
Suleiman from Saulawa area of Katsina State i was born on the 7th Dec,1966. l started
my early primary and secondary education in Dutsimma Katsina State, then i got
admission into Kastina Polytechnic in 1987. Thereafter i started working with
UBA Bank in 1989 ,while in the bank i pursued my HND in business administration
at Kaduna Polytechnic in 2006 through part time program. As a result of the
pursuit for my art talent i abandon my lucrative bank job to fully practice
art, by resigning voluntarily in 2001. I am married with a wife and some
adorable kids.
The Northern
Blog: What
made you made go into arts?
Lawal: I am a self taught
artist, i was born with it. I started to discover my artistic talent since my
childhood, during my primary school while playing during P.H.E period. We were
given papers and color to draw what we feel like drawing. l never go to any
body or art school to learn how to draw. its a natural instinct.
The Northern
Blog: Did
you do any interesting project in the past?
Lawal: I have done several
interesting art project in Kaduna and Otta such as mural walls paintings.I have
my art works hanged in almost all the reputable hotels and government offices
in Kaduna and some northern states including Abuja.
The Northern
Blog: You
are a Founder of an art studio, can you tell us about it and your aim?
Lawal: I established
Saulawa Arts Studio in 2008 at Safaha Plaza along Kwato Road Unguwan Rimi. It
was registered in 2007 with the aim of practicing art as a profession. Well the
main aim was to be able to practice and be able to train the upcoming youth in
arts and general craft by using creativity as a source of self employment.
The Northern
Blog: What
are your challenges so far?
Lawal:
Well, my challenges as an artist who embraced art as a carrier in northern
Nigeria despite the fact that art is neglected and unappreciated is the low
market level compared to places were arts is well appreciated. Also there is
the under pricing of a standard art work and sometimes its difficult to
recover outstanding sales balance from some clients. Religious aspect on
arts with regards to images in Muslim homes and lack of support to arts in
northern Nigeria. There is also the lack of arts collectors, and sponsors of
artist in northern Nigeria. Others like the lack of unity among artist,
everyone wants his works to succeed.
The Northern
Blog:
What are your expectations for the future?
Lawal: My expectations are all
the things i mentioned before and constrains to be rectified and addressed.
I belief arts in northern Nigeria can compete with any African arts
within and beyond Nigeria.
The Northern
Blog: What
advice do you have for aspiring artiste?
Lawal: Always believe in what
you want to pursue as an artist and don't try to follow the other artists
ideas. Try yours it may work better than theirs, this really works for me. It makes
me creative; i can manipulate any art the way i want. Always practice on whatever
you want to paint or draw, no rules as regards to how you want to draw or
paint, it all depends on how you want people to view your arts. Also maintain
your standard and don't compromise your quality or standard when it comes to
doing your work as an artist.
