***EXCLUSIVE**Yola's Top 10 most influential new kids on the block !

They range from singers, screen sirens and dancers, but these guys have gotten heads turning all around the Yola metropolis. If they could be described as one word, it would be AWESOMENESS!!!
they are they new faces of entertainment in the sunshine city. They may no be millionaires yet but they definitely got what it takes and have used every inch of their creative blood to stand out amidst their peers.They are raging with talent and gusto waiting to blow.And if you are looking to invest in young talent then you aren't far from the touching talent gold.

#10 - Jacqline Nathan
(Singer/Dancer)

Jacqline  proves herself as a contender for an Oscar in every role she takes. It was hard for people to see someone so beautiful be amidst a group of break dancing street crews but she finds herself getting better and better every single time. Jacqline, daughter of one time deputy governor of Adamawa state Chief Lynn Nathan, also belongs to the dance group Bone Breakers and have been the dance rave of the new season. Is there anything she can't do? She even makes sitting on stage during a performance look so awesome.

#9 - Tim Swaggs
(Singer/Song writer)

Tim released his debut single Let's go dancing early 2013. His passion for music is in his blood - his elder brother - Sam Mideda (Sam Jazz) is an acclaimed Saxophonist and member of fast rising jazz group JESS 4. He has the brains to go with his swag. He is an undergraduate of the Adamawa State University and has performed at concert tours around the state.

#8 - Xsem Saidu
(Singer/Song writer)

Dont' let the cute picture fool ya. The name  sounds kind of Korean (Xsem) but hey who could do a remix of mega hit song Gangnam style like this guy. He has momentarily become an online sensation among avid download addicts.His songs have received massive airplay on local radio and he keeps on giving the hits.

#7 - Nafiu Rabiu
(Show promoter/Disc Jockey)

Now a party aint a party till DJ. Nafiu runs though it. Nafiu Rabiu, popularly known as Dj Naf, is a renowned Disc Jockey who is known for setting the pace for Hip hop music in the state and beyond. An icon in the Adamawa entertainment industry who has come a long way and is surviving the test of time. He is the current CEO of Shakida Entertainment.
The Architecture undegrad and Director of Socials at the Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Yola has been responsible for hosting some of the greatest gathering attended by young folk with large attendance.

#6 - Elvis Ambe
(Music Producer)

In his early 20s, Elvis Ambe is undoubtedly the youngest on the list of producers within the Jimeta metropolis. Yet, his stellar list of hits will make an older and accomplished producer do a double take. Good enough for him, he had the flair and passion for it. And it was pretty easy settling down to work. 
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#5 - Nina Dauda Zoaka
(Performing Artiste)

She came from the blues, all the way from the ancient city of Kaduna and blew our minds away. Nina is also signed on as a Songwriter with Prime Multimedia and has worked with big names such as J-real, Vidon and Semsiri Richard. She has featureed as opening at at various mega events including the AUN valentine mega splash which ushered in Esticlar and Big Mo from Lagos.


#4 - Tee Justine
(Graphic Designer/CEO Dezign Boi)

Mr. Tee originally worked as a graphic designer for the small but influential Sunny Perfections in Yola  a hub for local artists and photographers alike.His techniques has continued to show freshness and innovation. He has worked on projects ranging from billboards, posters and publications for huge names and organisation including House of Refuge, Godiya Daniel, Mr. Seth, Solomon Lange, G-Wills and IBIKIngs entertainment.

#3 - Friday Yakubu (Parousia)
Performing Artiste.

Parousia (born Friday Yakubu) is a performing and recording artiste and also an entertainer. travelling between Adamamwa and Abuja, Parousia has experienced different cultures but still stays true to his roots and this is evident in his music and the people he considers his biggest influences musically.
He won the "Show Your Swag" competition in 2010 and has continued to receive more mega show performances and records. he is also was part of the contestants in the Maltina dance all solo category but did not make it to the finals but has continued to nurse bigger ambition. he is also a member of the dynamic MAUTECH based dance group Frequency.


#2 - Stella Dibor
(Model)

Daughter of late business tycoon P.N. Dibor, The American University Undergraduate has appeared on several runways and is taking on the global scene all the way from the little city of Yola. Stella who is currently representing her school the American University of Nigeria in the Miss University Nigerian beauty pageant is on her way to becoming the next screen siren.

#1 - Shedrach Naphtali (Zino)
(Singer/Song writer/Dancer)

some kids have turned him into a culture or art form as they now carry his hair style his awkward multi colored shoe combination and his signature dark eye glasses. Shedrach Naphtali known more as Zino is definitely an influence un-matched. A front-line member of the high rising group Bone breakers and also a singer has continued to wow audiences with every new act. His mega hit OVERDOSE continues to get massive airplay on both radio and even clubhouses despite it gospel nature  He walks tall in the midst of bigger names such as Tklex Yakubu, Big Delymo, Semsiri Richard, Martinio El-casino and Jussy H. Hassan to mention a few.

Ok i am done here. wheewwww....so tell  me what do you think of this list.