2014 Channel O Africa Music Video Awards Nominees Announced

Channel O just announced the nominees for the 2014 Channel O Africa Music Video Awards and Davido leads with five nominations including; Most Gifted Male Video, Most Gifted Afro Pop Video, Most Gifted West Video and Most Gifted Video of the Year, all for Aye and Most Gifted Dance Video for Skelewu. 2face, Tiwa Savage, Seyi Shay, Kcee, P-Square, Orezi, Jesse Jagz, Flavour, Patoranking, Iyanya, Niyola, Burna Boy, Phyno and Dr Sid were all nominated.

The award will take place on Saturday, 29 November at Nasrec Expo Centre in Soweto. Continue to see full list of nominees...

Legendary comedienne Joan Rivers dies at 81

Joan Rivers is gone. Her daughter Melissa Rivers just released a statement on her passing...

"It is with great sadness that I announce the death of my mother, Joan Rivers. She passed peacefully at 1:17 PM surrounded by family and close friends. My son and I would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff of Mount Sinai hospital for the amazing care they provided for my mother."

"Cooper and I have found ourselves humbled by the outpouring of love, support and prayers we have received from around the world.They have been heard and appreciated."

"My mother's greatest joy in life was to make people laugh. Although that is difficult to do right now, I know her final wish would be that we return to laughing soon."

May her soul rest in peace..amen. 

New Malaysian Airlines ad ask customers what they want to do before they die

Malaysia Airlines has provoked a storm of controversy by asking customers to list the things they would most like to do before they die. The airline, which lost two planes this year in disasters that claimed 537 lives, committed the marketing gaffe when it launched a "My Ultimate Bucket List" campaign on Monday.

Tension in Agbor kingdom as King reportedly marries white lady

According to Leadership Newspaper, the Agbor kingdom in Delta state is currently in a state of confusion after their 37 year old King, the Dein of Agbor, Benjamin Ikechukwu Kiagborekuzi I, secretly married a white woman, a decision said to be unacceptable by his people who expected him to marry an Agbor woman.
The Dein who was crowned King when he was just two and a half years old in 1979 following the death of his father, had all his education abroad. He returned to Nigeria in 2001 after completing all his studies to assume the throne as king and has been ruling his kingdom since without a Queen.
Looks like he found love while he was abroad and decided to settle down with her.

Red carpet pics from 2014 Nigeria Entertainment Awards

The Nigerian Entertainment Awards held this past Sunday in New York. See red carpet and show photos after the cut...

Nick Cannon addresses divorce rumours; comes for the media

Nick Cannon took to twitter yesterday to address his divorce rumours. He defended Mariah Carey, slammed the media, and denied ever speaking about his marriage to the media. See his rants after the cut...

Actor Jnr Pope helps his pregnant wife in the kitchen & shares the photo

Newly married actor Jnr Pope Odonwodo shared the photo above of him helping his pregnant wife in the kitchen - looks like he's pounding yam. How sweet!

Photo: Jude Okoye's pregnant wife pictured on shopping trip in Atlanta

Jude 'Engees' Okoye's wife Ifeoma Umuokeke Okoye (right) was spotted in a shopping mall in Atlanta this week looking beautifully pregnant. Next to her is Sandra Benede. Jude and Ifeoma tied the knot in July.

Girl shares injuries pics after her boyfriend bites her lip in violent attack

The photo above shows the horrific injuries a teenage girl suffered after her jealous boyfriend bit her lip during a violent attack. 18 year old Chantelle Ward said her boyfriend, 23 year old Rhys Culley sank his teeth into her flesh during a kiss after asking her if she loved him.

Chantelle said Rhys was jealous and insecure and attacked her after a fight about Facebook.

Boko Haram reportedly takes over Bara town in Borno

While it's still not clear if Boko Haram has taken control of Borno's second biggest city, Bama, (too many conflicting reports) there are reports now that they have taken control of the smaller town of Bara, which is halfway between Maiduguri and Abuja.

Reuters reports that Boko Haram took over Bara town without firing a shot or killing anyone. A source said the militants entered the town without any resistance from any security forces who are not stationed anywhere in the small town, and went about trying to convince people to join their cause

Rev. Chris Oyakhilome denies adultery accusations, threatens to sue journalists

Rev. Chris Oyakhilome, who is currently in divorce court with his estranged wife Anita Oyakhilome has denied adultery accusations and has threatened to sue journalists who publish stories about himself and his wife. In a statement released via his lawyer Mr. Kemi Pinheiro (SAN) a few hours ago, Pastor Oyakhilome said the accusations of adultery against him is 'false and malicious'.

"The attention of our client, Rev. Chris Oyakhilome, and the church has been drawn to the wave of false, malicious and fabricated stories being published in the print and electronic media about his person, the church and a matrimonial cause between him and his wife," his attorney stated. Continue...From http://saharareporters.com/2014/09/03/pastor-chris-oyakhilome-denies-adultery-accusations-threatens-sue-journalists

Photos: Jennifer Lopez stuns in Elle UK

At 45 she's still hotter than most women younger than her..

Ex-Governor Alimodu Sheriff breaks down as he tries to dissociate self from Boko Haram

Former Borno state governor Alimodu Sheriff broke down in tears during a press conference in Abuja yesterday as he tried to dissociate himself from Boko Haram. He'd been accused by Australian negotiator Stephen Davis of being a major sponsor of the sect. He vehemently denied this at the press conference.

'Our sons rape us on a daily basis' - Christian mothers in Imo cry out

Christian Mothers in Mgbishii, a rural community in Ohaji/Egbema Local Government Area in Imo state have cried out to the government and the Catholic Archbishop of Owerri Ecclesiatical Province, Dr. Anthony Obinna, over alleged atrocities being committed by their sons and daughters in the area.

According to Vanguard, the women made this appeal during a recent visit to the Catholic Archbishop at the Maria Assumpta Catholic Cathedral in Owerri.

"We are raped and molested by our own children. You cannot come to Mgbuishii and return home safely because of the crime rate" the women said.

Pics: Nicki Minaj wears see-through top to the airport

 Nicki was photographed at LAX airport this week wearing that net top without a bra. Guess the semi-nudity is not only reserved for music videos and red carpets.

Joan Rivers leaves intensive care, 'kept comfortable' in private room

Joan River's daughter, Melissa Rivers just announced that the comedienne and TV star left intensive care and has been moved to a private hospital.

"My mother has been moved out of intensive care and into a private room where she is being kept comfortable. Thank you for your continued support,” Melissa said.

Melissa didn't really indicate if being moved into a private room means her mother is getting better. Joan Rivers was rushed to the hospital a week ago after she stopped breathing during a routine throat operation. Some family members fear she will never fully recover and could be left 'a vegetable'.

No Ebola case in Abuja & Calabar; Kaduna case under investigation - Minister of Health

Minister of Health, Prof. Onyebuchi Chukwu has debunked rumours of Ebola cases in Abuja and Calabar and said the case in Kaduna is still under investigation. He also said that another patient has been discharged from the Isolation center in Lagos after being certified free of the deadly virus.

He addressed a few other issues in a series of tweets via his Special Assistant on Media and Communications, Mr Dan Nwomeh. See the tweets after the cut...

Nigerian men are always in a rush when it comes to sex - Sex expert says

Sex Therapist, pastor Funmi Akingbade says the average Nigerian man is not the most patient lover. In an interview with City People magazine, pastor Akingbade said Nigerian men see foreplay and other activities before intercourse as a waste of time. She says to have a bliss marital life, great sex must be incorporated and that the woman should not be seen as an object just to 'released' into.

Excerpts from the interview below..

How would you describe the Nigerian man when it comes to sex?
The Nigerian man is always in a rush when it comes to sex. They rush into it and quickly rush out once they "come". Every driver that wants an accident-free trip must drive safely, know his road signs, have good driving skills and be a good observer. This is also true with sex because marital sex is a journey and not to be done in a rush. Those who want to succeed in marriage give their sex life a lot of attention and sex is what makes it different and wonderful. So, for no reason must a spouse "beg" or "plead" for sex from her partner. Rather, good sex should be given mutually at all times"

Fire razes 40 apartments at Police barracks in Lagos state

Fire has raised about 40 apartments at the Ijeh Police Barracks in Obalende Lagos state PM News reports. The cause of the fire outbreak is yet to be determined
This is the same barracks that a police officer died on Friday August 29th after he was pushed down a building by his wife during a fight. The officer died before getting to the hospital while his widow is still in the intensive care unit of an undisclosed hospital.

DJ Xclusive makes list of the 'World's Hottest Billionaire Offspring'

A list of 'World's Hottest Billionaire Offspring' was published yesterday on Business Insider and DJ Xclusive was listed at number 3 ahead of Donald Trump's daughter Ivanka Trump and other billionaire kids. DJ Xclusive was described as billionaire businesswoman Folorunsho Alakija's son. Only thing is; he's not her son.

Pics: Check out the mini Mercedes Benz 50Cent got for his son

50 Cent's son turned 2 years old a few days ago and the rapper bought him a mini Mercedes Benz car which was custom made by Mercedes Benz.

"I will sue Australian negotiator who said I sponsor Boko Haram" - Alimodu Sheriff

Former Borno state governor Alimodu Sheriff, who was accused by Australian Boko Haram negotiator Stephen Davis of being a sponsor of Boko Haram, held a press conference which ended a few minutes ago where he addressed the accusations. He denied the claims and said he plans to sue Mr Davis. He said the campaign against him is 'callous and unwarranted' and those linking him with the sect are 'either ignorant or completely out for mischief'. Some of the things he said below...

"I condole with the people of Borno, particularly the people of Bama, Gwoza and Gamboru over the recent attacks. My name has been mentioned for political reasons over the attacks of Boko Haram. I have been accused unfairly in connection with Boko Haram since I left office.

"For the records, let me state categorically that I do not share the same ideology with Boko Haram. By my nature, I am opposed to the philosophy of Boko Haram."

Kim Kardashian wins GQ Woman of The Year Award

Kim Kardashian was named Woman of the Year at GQ Men Of The Year Awards which held in London last night. Accepting her award, Kim said;

'I want to thank GQ for making me Woman of the Year, and my husband for making me feel like woman of the year every day.'

She also landed the cover of the September issue of British GQ. See full list of GQ award winners after the cut...

I'm done with Chris Oyakhilome, No going back on divorcing him - Wife

Speaking with Premium Times through her lawyers, Mrs Oyakhilome said her relationship with her husband had terribly degenerated that there is no room for any reconciliation or out-of-court settlement.

Premium Times had contacted Mrs. Oyakhilome through her lawyers, Attwaters Jameson Hill Solicitors, after news broke that she had filed for divorce, to enquire whether any out-of-court settlement option was being explored. Find the full report after the cut...

British Ebola victim, William Pooley, has been discharged

William Pooley, the first British National who tested positive to the deadly Ebola virus in Sierra Leone on August 23rd has been discharged from the Royal Free Hospital in London. He was discharged today September 3rd after being successfully treated with the experimental drug, ZMapp
The 29 year old volunteer nurse was transported from Sierra Leone to England on August 24th, a day after he tested positive.

Rivers State releases N300million to fight Ebola virus in the state

Rivers State governor, Rotimi Amaechi announced yesterday that his administration has released over N300million to fight the Ebola virus in the state.

Amaechi disclosed this while speaking with the Country Director of the World Health Organization, WHO, Mr. Rui Vaz, at the government house in Port Harcourt.

“Whatever it takes for us to overcome Ebola, please, I will do it because it costs more if Ebola is on the loose than if it is contained. So, we are happy that the World Health Organization is here to assist Rivers State. We are happy that the World Health Organization appreciates the dangers of Ebola to our communities. We need to contain Ebola. If there is no cure, then there is containment so that more persons don’t contract it. The Rivers State Government is prepared to take all the responsibility. The citizens are ours,” Amaechi said.

APC asks Pres. Jonathan to hand over alleged sponsors of Boko Haram to the Int'l Criminal Court

The National Chairman of the APC, Chief John Oyegun, has asked Pres. Jonathan to arrest and hand over all those Australian Hostage Negotiator Stephen Davis, alleged to be sponsors of Boko Haram to the International Criminal Court. Oyegun said this while speaking with journalists in Abuja yesterday

"The man who exposed the boko haram sponsors is a Jonathan appointed, paid, hostage negotiator so he definitely has no axe to grind. He was certainly not speaking on behalf of the APC because we didn't know he existed until out of frustration he finally decided to speak up. Now that the cat has been let out of the bag and the real sponsors of Boko Haram have been exposed, we hope President Jonathan is summoning the courage today to do what is right. Hand over the identified boko haram sponsors to the international criminal court for investigation and prosecution" he said

Kim K and Kanye loved up at GQ Awards + see Kim's revealing gown

Kim Kardashian and her husband Kanye West couldn't seem to take their eyes and hands off each other as they attended the GQ Men Of The Year Awards at the Royal Opera House in London yesterday Tuesday September 2nd.

Kim wore a daring custom-designed haute couture gown by Ralph & Russo which features a tulle fishtail look with crystal hand-embroidery. See the photos after the cut...

Actor Cuba Gooding Jnr shows off some butt during beach outing in L.A

Oscar winning actor Cuba Gooding Jr., 46, pulled his shorts down while goofing around on the beach in Malibu.