Welcome to Oghenemaga Otewu's Blog: 2016-05-15

Monday 23 May 2016

White wedding of Toolz & Tunde Demuren holds this weekend

The white wedding of OAP Tolu Oniru aka Toolz and her fiance, Tunde Demuren, holds this weekend. The couple had their traditional wedding in January.

Photos: Rochas Okorocha & family shower their maid of over 20yrs with gifts at her wedding

Charity, fondly called Cha cha, worked for Governor Rochas Okorocha as a maid for over 20 years and helped raise his five children. She got married over the weekend to Hycenth and the Okorocha family came all out to honour her. Photographer Michael Omoboriowo writes after the cut...

Legal documents have shown that Celine Dion's husband, René Angélil, who passed away from throat cancer in January, left her as the official administrator of his estate, along with 2 others.

According to TMZ, the documents reveal that René left a will to this effect. He left homes in Canada to two of his kids from his first marriage. He and Celine also have 2 vast estates (a $45 million Florida estate and $25 million Quebec castle), both of which are up for sale.
Once the properties are sold, $9 million will go to a trust (most likely for his three children with Céline). Other properties, furniture, cars, clothing, jewelry and personal effects all go to Celine.

Pics: Yemi Osinbajo arrives Lagos, begins commissioning of projects

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has arrived Lagos and has commissioned the newly procured Lagos State Emergence Management Agency, LASEMA equipment. More photos after the cut...

Former Minister of Finance, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has reacted to reports that went round last week that a court asked her to account for N30 trillion. A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos last week ordered her and the Goodluck Jonathan led administration to account for N30 trillion missing or unaccounted for while they were in government (read here). Okonjo-Iweala says she's not gotten any court order and that the report is politically motivated. Read her statement after the cut...

Ghanian actress Juliet Ibrahim recently met with Nollywood actor Pete Edochie. Posting the photo on Instagram, the Ghanaian actress wrote: "Priceless moments. #teampisces a man I'll always adore and appreciate. I love This pic"

Photos: Lionel Messi kisses his wife after Barcelona win the Copa Del Rey

Lionel Messi, last night helped Barcelona clinch the Copa Del Rey trophy after his club side beat Sevilla 2-0 in the final. It was another night to celebrate for Messi as he enjoyed a kiss from wife Antonella Roccuzzo on the pitch at the Vicente Calderon. Another photo of the couple with their kids after the cut...

EFCC today arraigned former PDP Presidential campaign spokesperson, Femi Fani-Kayode in an Ikeja magistrate court where they secured an order of remand to keep him in their custody for another three weeks. A statement released by the agency reads;

Daughter of former Imo state governor, Adanna and her husband David Steineker took a trip to Mallorca, Spain with their 3-month-old son Kian. More photos after the cut...

Reggae star, Ras Kimono's second daughter, Sennami Onwubuya, graduated from the St. Cloud University, Minnesota US recently. Her proud father shared the photos on his Facebook wall and wrote "Hip, Hip, Hip, Hurray my second daughter Sennami graduated from St. Cloud-University in Minnesota U.S.A We Give Thanks To The Most High Almighty JAH". More photos after the cut...

Popular Abuja based Pastor Joshua Iginla of Champions Royal Assembly gave out 32 cars including 16 SUVs at his birthday celebration which held at his church premises yesterday May 22rd. Six Nollywood actors including Alex Usifo, Jide Kosoko, Ngozi Ezeonu Thelma Nwosu, Sunday Omobolanle aka Papi luwe, Bruno Iwuoha, Ejike Asiegbu, Francis Duru and some actresses got Hummer jeep 3 series, Mercedes G-Wagon and Mercedes CLS 550. More photos after the cut...

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has denied media reports that he has gone on a self imposed exile to Ivory Coast. There were reports earlier today that the former president had embarked on exile for fear of being arrested by EFCC.

More photos from Uche Ogbodo's 30th birthday party

The actress celebrated her 30th Birthday party on Friday at the Prime Chinese Restaurant in Victoria Island, Lagos. It was a ladies only dinner setting but very few men were also invited.
Halima Abubakar, Abdulahi Olatoyan, May D, FunnyBone, Angela Okorie, Ramatu Laiwurie and super model Bertha Amuga were all in attendance. The after-party took place at Tribeca Code. See more photos after the cut...

There may be more to President Buhari’s aborted official trip to Lagos than has been reported, Ripples Nigeria has gathered. The 2-day visit, which already had elaborate preparations put in place, was billed to commence on Monday, May 23...Read more

Abuja-based Pastor gives out 32 cars as he celebrates his birthday

Pastor Joshua Iginla, a popular Abuja based clergy man and the Senior Pastor of Champions Royal Assembly gave out 32 cars including 16 SUVs at his birthday celebration which held at his church premises yesterday May 23rd.

According to his church members, six Nollywood actors including Alex Usifo, Jide Kosoko, Thelma Nwosu, Sunday Omobolanle, and actresses got Hummer jeep 3 series, Mercedes G-Wagon and Mercedes CLS 550.

Senator Dino Melaye, pictured rolling on the floor during a Thanksgiving Service at Church. He also shared a photo of his parents at the service. See that after the cut...

Anna shared the photo on her IG page this morning.

Celine Dion sheds tears at the BMAs after her son surprises her with Icon Award (photos)

Music Legend, Celine Dion broke down in tears during her first televised singing performance since the death of her husband, after her eldest son René-Charles, made a surprise appearance on stage to present her with the Icon award during the 2016 Billboard Music Awards.

Celine who performed a cover of her late husband's favourite song, 'Queen's The Show Must Go On', was given a standing ovation by the crowd, but became overcome with emotion and broke down in tears after René-Charles emerged on stage with her award. Reflecting about the emotional moment on stage to ET, Celine said,

Actor, Pete Edochie pictured with his son, Yul, on the set of a movie. Yul shared the photo via Instagram and wrote, "Just wrapped up this movie with the Legendary king of the beard gang. Dad of Life. Movie title: The Return."

Kim and Kanye West stun at the Opera opening of La Traviata

Kim Kardashian and her hubby were seen as they arrived for the uber-chic opening of Sofia Coppola's opera take on La Traviata. See more photos after the cut...

The 2016 Billboard Music Awards took place in Las Vegas Nevada yesterday and there were losers and huge winners at the ceremony. Check out the complete list below:

Kylie Jenner's rapper ex, Tyga has tweeted his new status.

Why President Buhari cancelled his trip to Lagos - Presidency explains

Shehu Garba, The Senior Special Assistant to President Buhari on Media and Publicity, has explained why President Buhari cancelled his trip to Lagos. According to Garba, President Buhari is faced with scheduling difficulties.

"The truth is that the Vice-President, Prof Yemi Osinbajo, will now represent the President in Lagos. The President is faced with scheduling difficulties and that is the reason for the postponement of the visit.

Two brothers who had always loved dressing up in skirts and playing with dolls when they were kids have now transitioned into transgender females. But for years the O’Herlihy brothers did not tell anyone, not even each other, how much uncomfortable they were living as men.
Finally, one day, they opened up to each other and discovered they were going through the same gender battle.

Queen who is always busy on movie locations around the country released these photos. See more photos after the cut...

Rihanna, Britney Spears, Future, Ciara and her fiancé Russell Wilson, Kesha, Seal, Jessica Alba, Ariana Grande, Mila Kunis and her husband Ashton Kutcher and so many other stars graced the red carpet at the 2016 Billboard Music Awards at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada which took place on May 22, 2016. See more photos after the cut...

After abducting over 200 school girls from Chibok two years ago, the Boko Haram sect, reportedly want to seek a deal with the Nigerian government. They are offering to release the remaining kidnapped Chibok schoolgirls in return for avoiding execution. Two of the girls were rescued recently. It is believed that only a third of the abducted girls are still alive.

Former Senate President, David Mark, introduced a new slogan for PDP, Change The Change, at the party convention which held in Port Harcourt on Saturday May 21st. Many Nigerians have taken to their twitter handle to reaction to their new slogan. Many find it funny. See tweets after the cut...

Lingerie model Demi Rose is currently rumoured to be rapper Tyga's new boo after his breakup with ex girlfriend, Kylie Jenner. New photos have hit the internet showing the 21-year-old Brit showcasing her sexy body as she poses in sultry undergarments for a racy photoshoot. See the photos after the cut...

Caroline Danjuma shared this sexy photo of herself in a bodycon dress that had a low-cut neckline.

Rival Militants clash, blow up Eni oil pipeline in Bayelsa state

Yesterday, rival militant groups clashed and attacked an oilfield operated by Eni's Nigerian subsidiary, Agip Oil Company (NAOC) at Ikeinghenbiri community in Southern Ijaw council, Bayelsa state.

According to Sahara Reporters, residents of the community have fled their homes following the clash. They say the militants were fighting for the control of the Ogboinbiri-Tebidaba crude trunk line which passed through their community.

Actress Stephanie Okereke Linus, stepped out looking beautiful last night in a Agatha Moreno customized dress, for the 2016 Daylight Annual Leadership Awards which holds at Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. Stunning woman!

Those at the bottom not top deserves meal allowance - Ben Murray-Bruce

Good one...

Photos from Eva Longoria and José 'Pepe' Baston's wedding in Mexico

Actress Eva Longoria married TV executive, José 'Pepe' Baston on Saturday in a romantic sunset ceremony in front of 200 guests, at a private residence in the lakeside town of Valle de Bravo, Mexico. Her new hubby is the president of Grupo Televisa, Latin America's largest media company. This will be Eva's 3rd attempt at marriage. See more photos from after the cut..

President Muhammadu Buhari has called off his two-day state visit to Lagos. President Buhari was billed to commence his two day visit today May 23rd. Sources at the presidency say President Buhari will now be represented by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo.

Photo: Agbani Darego poses in bikini bottom and tank top at the beach

Agbani Darego took to IG to share a sexy beach photo. The 32-year-old former Miss World wore a tank top teamed with bikini bottom, and accessorized with dark sunglasses.

Pics: Tinsel actress 'April' Joju Muse, brutally assaulted by her brother

Tinsel actress Joju Muse, fondly called April, took to her Facebook page yesterday to reveal shocking photos of how she was battered by her younger brother, whom she has now cut ties with. So sad! Sharing the horrifying experience, April wrote;

The Ayuba Wabba faction of the Nigeria Labour Congress has suspended the industrial action called to resist the new price of petroleum motor spirit. This was announced yesterday.

According to Channels TV, this came after an emergency meeting of its organs (the National Working Committee & the National Executive Committee) and the intervention of well-meaning Nigerians including APC national leader, Bola Tinubu. However NLC also announced plans to resume negotiations with Federal Government, with a view to resolving the issues that prompted the strike.

Adaeze Yobo shares loved up pics with husband, Joseph Yobo

Lovely couple!

"Nigeria faces recession risk as GDP shrinks in first quarter" - Bloomberg

A report on international business news website, Bloomberg, claims Nigeria is faced with possible recession as the Nation's GDP shrinked in the first quarter of this year. Read the report below...

"Nigeria’s economy risks falling into recession after it shrank in the first quarter as oil output slumped and the manufacturing, financial and real estate industries declined. Gross domestic product in Africa’s largest economy contracted by 0.36 percent from a year earlier, the Abuja-based National Bureau of Statistics said in an e-mailed statement on Friday.