Tuesday, 7 January 2014

Chika Ike still rolling...

Chika Ike
She just can't stop flaunting...lol. The actress left Abu Dhabi today to continue her shopping spree in Dubai. She shared the pic above showing off all her designer shopping on her instagram page..

Tweet battle between Yvonne Nelson and Linda Ikeji

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Ealier today Linda Ikeji posted a story where she said Yvonne Nelson was set to cast Iyanya in her new movie and Yvonne Nelson took to twitter to deny it and directly tweet at Linda who replied her and alleged Yvonne herself sends these stories to trend an allegation Yvonne didn't like.
Linda's sister Laura lent support to her sister by corroborating her claims that Yvonne sends all these stories to blogs
Read the heated exchange between Linda and Yvonne below...

Student who attempted suicide by drowning finally succeeds by hanging

Part-time student of The Polytechnic, Ibadan, Timilehin Ayobami Ogundare tried to kill himself on Sat January 4th by jumping into River Ogun but was stopped and saved by some security guards who handed him over to men of the vigilante service. Timi was later released. The next day, he succeeded in killing himself by hanging himself in his room with his belt.

PM News reports that Timi, who worked as a computer operator in Ibadan, was found dead in his room at Ilupeju area, Baasala, Asero, Abeokuta, Ogun State on Sunday January 5th. A family source disclosed that he'd tried to kill himself last year but was stopped by some people.
“The whole issue is still like a drama because I don’t know what could have made him decide to take his life. We have been looking for him since January 1. Later, we heard that he went to Lagos. He boarded a train from Lagos back to Abeokuta on Saturday and came down at Lafenwa. He trekked from the station through Enu Gada area to Ajitaadun down to Arakanga area with the aim of jumping into the river.

 “He was arrested by the security men in the area when they saw him wandering with only his boxer pant on. They handed him over to the Vigilante men at Oke Ilewo for further investigation. We went there to collect him and we were told to come back with him yesterday. On getting to his room, we found out that he had hanged himself. He left a short note, apologizing that he disappointed us,” the source narrated in tears.

First photo of Annie Idibia and her daughter

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2face Idibia's wife Annie Macaulay gave birth to her second child in US on January 3, 2014.
So happy for Annie. Expecting to get a photo that shows Princess Idibia's face.

Dencia officially unveils skincare line with hot photos

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Cameroonian singer Dencia has officially released her skincare line with smoking hot bikini photos. Dencia's skincare line is called Whitenicious, which currently has two products in the market.

The first one is Whitenicious by Dencia for Dark Spots which clears dark spots caused by anything from acne, wounds, hyper-pigmentation, bruises etc on any part of the body. Works on all skin types including sensitive skin.

The second one is Whitenicious by Dencia for Dark Knuckles, Knees and Elbows. A lot of people suffer from hyper pigmentation on these areas and this product clears up the pigmentation to match the rest of your skin.  It can be used on all skin types and everyone from white to black.

Bomb Explosion Rocks Rivers State High Court

A High Court in Ahoada East LGA of Rivers State was bombed yesterday morning Monday January 6th, according to reports from the state.

The Will Nigeria reports
The bombing of the court where Justice Charles N. Wali usually holds court, reportedly occurred on Monday morning a few hours before a politically charged suit against Hon Evans Bipi, a member of the Rivers State House of Assembly and leader of a group of 6 lawmakers, who has been unlawfully parading himself as the Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly.

Justice Wali had about a month ago ordered Bipi to stop parading himself as Speaker of the House as the tussle over control of the state government between loyalists of the Presidency and the Rivers Governor, Mr. Rotimi Amaechi, lingers with an end in sight. No casualties have been reported over the bombing as at the time of filing this report.

Jude Okoye flaunts his gun collection

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Jude Okoye
Those are real guns and bullets, yep? The music video director shared the pic on his instagram page

Chineze Anyaene, IJE Director/Producer Announces Auditions

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This is a casting call from Chineze Anyaene, the award winning  Director and Producer of the multi award winning movie ‘IJE: The Journey’.

Xandria Productions is now scouting for Male and females actors for an upcoming drama - mystery TV Series created and to be directed by Chineze Anyaene. With over 200 characters, this is an opportunity for individuals with interest, skill or talent in acting to showcase themselves.

Actress Halima Abubakar goes blue!

Dress, shoes and lipstick to match. Lol! :-)

Acid victim Naomi Oni's alleged attacker finally caught. It was her friend!

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21 year old acid victim Naomi Oni was disfigured for life after an unknown person wearing a Niqāb threw acid in her face as she walked home from work on Sunday December 30th 2012 in Lodge Avenue Dagenham, east London, (If you missed it, read about it HERE)

Naomi only described her attacker as a woman wearing an Islamic veil. Over a year later, police has been able to identify the person behind the veil. It was her jealous 21 year old friend, Mary Konye.

According to new reports released by police and tendered in court, Mary, a student at Hertfordshire university, disguised herself in a Niqāb, which showed only her eyes and closely followed Naomi home and allegedly poured the acid on her when they got to a deserted area. She fled the scene immediately after.

Naomi suffered horrific burns on her face and chest and was left scarred for life.

Monday, 6 January 2014

Essence mag profiles Dangote in their '10 things we're talking about' list

Here's what Essence magazine wrote about Africa's richest man in their January 2014 issue...
"Aliko Dangote is putting part of his $16billion to good use. The Nigerian tycoon is building a hospital in his home state, Kano, that will accommodate at least 1,000 patients. And his charity, Dangote Foundation contributed $12million to the Murtala Mohammed Hospital, also in Kano."

Reckitt Benckiser Boosts Soap Market with Dettol Re-energize

Reckitt Benckiser, the producer of Dettol Soap and market leader in the health, hygiene and home care products segment has reinforced its market share with the launch of a new soap brand, Dettol Re-energize into the Nigerian market.

The Managing Director, Reckitt Benckiser Nigeria Limited, Mr. Rahul Murgai, speaking at the trade launch of the new soap in Lagos, said the variant was unique for its reviving citrus fragrance and the trusted Dettol germ protection that offer consumers long lasting freshness and protection.

Scott Disick's dad dies two months after his mum passed away

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Kourtney Kardashian's longtime partner Scott Disick has lost his dad just two months after losing his mum, Bonnie Disick, who passed away suddenly in early November 2013 at age 63.

His dad, Jeffrey Disick, a real estate developer, died on Friday January 3rd according to a report by E! News. Scott is said to be so devastated and beside himself with grief.

Imagine losing both parents within two months, especially when you're an only child like Scott is.
"Scott is an only child with no remaining family." a source told E! News. Sad!

Sunday, 5 January 2014

Basketmouth apologizes after rape joke enrages people

The ace comedian broadcasted a joke highlighting the difference between a white girl and an African girl and included rape in his list (above) on his Facebook page which enraged a lot of people ...and they came after him.

Basketmouth has since taken down the post and apologized to his fans on his Facebook page. See his apology after the cut...

Meet actress Dakore Akande's three good looking brothers

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From left is Samuel Egbuson, middle is Timini Egbuson who is an actor, plays Tobi in MTV Shuga3.

Rapper Young QC kills his mum for life insurance money to floss

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Chicago actor, rapper and internet sensation Young QC has been arrested and charged by Chicago police for orchestrating the murder of his own mother in late 2011. The police say Young QC wanted fame and money so much that he paid thugs to kill his mum, who was a successful business owner in Chicago, (She owned a hair salon called Nappy Hairs Salon) so he could cash out on 2 life insurance money and her money in the bank.

The young rapper known for showing off money, cars, and new clothes on his instagram and Twitter pages and regularly posting videos of him flossing (talking about how rich he was, throwing away money, ripping and burying money) hired two people to stage a break in, where they stabbed and shot the woman in the head. He was caught this past December, 15 months after the crime. He even had her face tattooed on his neck. Beyond belief. He's obviously mentally disturbed.

His instagram is youngqc. Facebook fan page: Young QC. Continue to watch a video telling this story and showing the murderer flexing on instagram...

OJB's wife explains why she donated her kidney to him

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OJB's wife of 20 years, Mabel Okungbowa, donated her kidney to the prolific music producer a few months ago. In an interview with Punch today, Mama J as she's fondly called, explains why she did it.

She tells Punch
"I did not even think twice about it, I had it and I gave it to him. He is my husband, the father of our children and I love him. This is somebody I have been with all my life. I did not tell anybody before I decided to, not even my parents because I had foreseen their reaction. There was no reason to inform them.  When I married him, I told God I wanted the both of us to grow old together and live to see many generations. I am sure God knew this situation before he brought us together because not only am I a match for him, we are the same blood group and we are both stubborn.

Beyonce's Mrs Carter tour ranked second highest grossing tour of 2013

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The numbers are in for 2013's highest grossing tours and Beyonce's The Mrs Carter show comes in at No.2. Below are the top 10 highest grossing tours of 2013 according to Pollstar

1. Jon Bon Jovi -  $259.5 million
2. Beyonce's Mrs. Carter- $188 million.
3. Pink - $170 million
4. Justin Bieber - $169 million
5. Bruce Springsteen - $145.4 million
6. Rihanna - $141.9 million.

See the top 20 when you continue...

"Day i slept under the bridge and didn't eat for days'- Ramsey Noah

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Nigeria celebrities have started sharing their rags to riches story to inspire people who look up to them. In a new interview with Sunday Sun, actor Ramsey Noah recalled the years before the fame and money.
"Those were the times when things got really bad for my mother and I and we had nothing. It was so bad that we didn’t have a home or shelter to live in. We had to stay in a store, a small store that could take only one mat. My mother and I squeezed ourselves in that mat. We didn’t even have a cup to drink water not to talk of a stove to cook. And my mother had to borrow, beg and stuff like that. These were moments when I was young I didn’t realize the gravity of poverty we were in, I couldn’t tell. But it was a good orientation for me. It was moments that I thank God for making me past through, because that has sustained and helped me even as an actor. The ability to deliver all the roles they give me because I have tasted both sides of the coin." Ramsey said.

Kim Kardashian shares photo of her derriere

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That's the front and backside of Kim K and her BFF, urban model and former stripper, Blac Chyna, rapper Tyga's baby mama. The reality star shared the photos on her instagram page

Guess Who?

Guess who the pastor is? He is a very popular man of God now.

New Video: Olamide - Eleda Mi

"I'm not after women in the limelight' - Maje Ayida says in new interview

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In an interview with Thisday yesterday, Maje Ayida, the CEO of Eden Lifestyle and Toke Makinwa's former fiance refused to discuss Toke or why their 10/12 year relationship didn't work out, but said something quite interesting - that he's not after women in the limelight!. Excerpt below...
If you were to go on an island for an exotic weekend, what are the 5 things you will take along?
Wifi, workout gear, a good book, a good woman and a good escape clause

You seem quiet but your publicized relationship via social media and blogs just hit the rocks after 12 years. How did you handle a relationship for that long and what happened?
I don’t think relationships are things you handle or manage. Relationships are part of your life. They are part of who you are and probably the most complex thing in the world.

Saturday, 4 January 2014

E! News presenter Marc Malkin weds his partner, Fabian Fuentes

If  you watch E! News, then you should know Marc Malkin. He's the senior editor and writer at the entertainment network, covering Hollywood 24/7. He married his longtime partner, Fabian Fuentes in LA yesterday...

Chika Ike goes designer shopping in Abu Dhabi. See pics

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The pink Chanel bag is about N740k if you convert to Naira. The blue Dior bag is about the same price, not sure what the LV bag (above left) and Fendi bag (below left) costs, but they are pretty expensive bags. And yes she bought all of them. Chika shared the pic on her instagram and wrote;
"These bags called me..."oh! chika buy me"!!! I fell in love with them and took them all home with me. #lv #channel #fendi #dior #workhardplayhard #thingsthatmakemehappy
See another photo after the cut...

"I'm not looking for a husband!" - Actress Bimbo Akintola cries out

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During a recent interview with Vanguard, actress Bimbo Akintola said the worst rumour she's ever heard about herself is that she's desperate for a husband. Bimbo says she's not!
Oh, that I’m looking for a husband, that I’m desperate for a husband. That’s the worst I’ve heard and that’s the latest one. I’m not looking for a husband and I don’t need one.

I don’t need anything. I’m a complete person. I only do things that make me happy, because I believe and I understand the reality that this is just one life and you should live it to the maximum, happiness and peace should be the key. I’m not searching for a husband, because the rumour that I’m searching for a husband has given me wahala,- all kinds of people from left, right and centre, looking for me saying they want to marry me. Please, I’m using this opportunity to tell everybody, I am not looking for a husband!

Pics: Maheeda goes completely naked for her new music video

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This will definitely get a ban from NBC, but I'm sure Maheeda doesn't care. The new music video was shot yesterday somewhere in Ikeja for one of her songs titled 'Naija Bad Girl'. She's practically naked in some scenes in this video. Unbelievable! See more photos after the cut...18+ please...

Annie and 2face Idibia welcome baby girl

I am excited to announce that Annie and 2face Idibia welcomed a daughter yesterday January 3rd 2014. She gave birth in the past hour in an Atlanta hospital. Mother and child are said to be doing great. The couple got married in March 2013, and already have 5 year old daughter, Isabella. Congrats to them.

Mercy Johnson says she once lived in an uncompleted building

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In an interview with Saturday Tribune, Mercy Johnson Okojie opens up about life before the fame, money and marriage. She talks about how she once lived in an uncompleted building and how she was inspired to start acting after watching one of Genevieve Nnaji's movies. Excerpt below...
Sometimes when I cry in movies, it isn't the script that makes me cry. When I recall my humble beginning, I give thanks to God. When I remember how we moved into an uncompleted building and had to take cover whenever it rained because of the condition of the house; how my brother did a menial job as a bricklayer to earn a living and those days when we rolled over a stick to cover the windows up till the point when I started acting and raised money to cover the roof… I recall those days we were living with lizards because the floor and the walls of the house were not plastered, or when I had scars as a result of my several falls.”

Rukky Sanda, Yvonne Nelson, Majid Michel at Gold Digging premiere

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Actress Rukky Sanda's movie Gold Digging premiered yesterday January 3rd at Genesis Deluxe Cinemas at the Palms, Lekki. Yvonne Nelson, Majid Michel, Tana Egbo, Beverly Osu, Ene Lawani and others attended. See more photos after the cut...