God will supply all my needs, Kenneth Okonkwo on funding his political campaign

Last month,Veteran actor and lawyer, Kenneth Okonkwo declared his intention to contest for a seat at the National House of Assembly. The actor who turns 46 in November said he is confident he would win..He told Encomuim

"My chances are very bright. First, I believe that I am a child of grace. So by the grace of God, I will win. Second, I love my people and my people love me. This is one of my greatest assets. Third, our governor, Sullivan Chime has performed creditably so the people are solidly behind him. He made a conscientious decision that every member of the National Assembly that has served two terms should allow his brother to go. I’m from Nsukka/Igboeze South constituency which has produced a gentle man, Dr Patrick Asadu from Igboeze South, as its representative for two terms. It is now the turn of people from Nsukka Local Government, where I belong, to produce a candidate. Dr Patrick Asadu, being a gentleman, will not likely fight his popular governor and when it comes to Nsukka, because of the love of my people, I stand a chance.

7 year old narrates how 2 dogs attacked his 4yr old brother for over an hour

7 year old Osemudiamen Abraham, the elder brother of Omonigho Abraham, (pictured above), who was attacked by two dogs on September 25th inside their compound at Adegboyega Street, Akesan Estate, in the Igando area of Lagos, has given account of how his little brother was attacked by the dogs and how onlookers including policemen stood there without trying to help the little boy.

Omonigbo is now battling for his life after the attack which lasted over one hour. Narrating what happened to Punch, Ose said;

"We were riding a bicycle in the compound when the big dogs - Jack and Gadaffi - started barking at us. Later, they moved towards us. My elder brother and I quickly ran upstairs and locked the door while Omo (Omonigho), who could not run fast, was left behind. When he got to the door, he knocked that we should open for him and as we did, one of the dogs forced his way into the house with him. We all ran out. Bobby jumped down from upstairs and I also jumped. But Omo could not jump, so the dog attacked him. The other dog also joined in the attack and there was nothing we could do.” he said

Atiku defends Buhari against reports that he is a religious fundamentalist

Atiku Abubakar defends Gen. Buhari on twitter against rumours that he is a religious fundamentalist. See more tweets after the cut...

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Photos: The body on fitness model Brittany Renner though

Fitness model Brittany Renner came into prominence after claiming NFL player Colin Kaepernick impregnated her...he has since denied it. She shared the pics on her instagram page...see more photos after the cut...

Actress Raven Symone finally comes out of the closet

Last year multimillionaire actress Raven-Symoné tweeted that she could finally get married after Rhode Island legalized same sex marriage which many interpreted to mean that she's a lesbian. Now she's officially said she's in a relationship with a woman.

Raven owned up to her truth last night on Oprah Winfrey's 'Where Are They Now';

"I’m in an amazing relationship with my partner - a woman - and on the other side, my mother, and people in my family have taught me to keep my personal life to myself as much as possible so I try my best to hold the fence where I can. But I am proud to be who I am and what I am." She told Oprah

Nigerian army engaged in fierce battle with Boko Haram in Michika

According to a breaking news report, Nigerian troops are currently engaged in a fierce gun battle with Boko Haram men at Michika town in Adamawa state.

Peter Okoye's reaction after seeing his Bentley used as Police car in Dubai

 Lol...Peter Okoye who is in Dubai for the Psquare tour was amazed that they use cars like Bentley's for their police force.

'Chibok girls may never return' - Former pres. Obasanjo says

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has said that some of the missing Chibok girls may never return and we'll continue to read about them in years to come. He said this yesterday Oct 5th while speaking at the Hausa service of the British Broadcasting Corporation

"I believe that some of them will never return.  We will still be hearing about them many years from now, some will  give birth to children of the Boko Haram members, but if they cannot take care of them in the forest, they may release them.” he said.

Photos: Pregnant Kelly Rowland strips for Elle magazine

Soon to be mum Kelly Rowland stripped for Elle magazine and talks about raising a child in the spotlight. When asked what kind of celebrity mum she will be, Kelly replied;

"I just plan to play it by ear. Everybody has their normal. And sometimes, award shows are a part of that. I have girlfriends who have that experience, and they'll say 'You know, I just really didn't want to be without my child today.' And it's just that simple. It's about finding your normal, whatever that may be."

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Utere family wins Maltina Dance All Season 8 'Rhythm of Happiness'

It was a spectacular end to the only family dance show on television in Nigeria as the curtains fell on Maltina Dance All (MDA) Season 8. Like bees to the nectar, thousands of consumers were attracted by the glitz and glamour of the show which climaxed at Expo center, Eko Hotel and Suites on Saturday in Lagos.

Woman who was set on fire by jealous wife removes her burns mask for the first time in 2 years

28 year old Australian Dana Vulin was set on fire by a jealous wife, Natalie Dimitrovska on February 16, 2012. Natalie, who has since been sentenced to 17 years in prison, doused Dana in methylated spirits in a horrific premeditated attack at her home after being jealous that the gorgeous mother of one had spoken to her husband at a party.

Dana suffered third degree burns to two thirds of her body and has worn a mask for the past two and a half years. But on Saturday October 4th, Dana unveiled her face after reconstructive surgery to reveal her miraculous transformation. She looked as beautiful as she once was.

'I never thought in my wildest dreams I would look in the mirror and see the old me again." Dana said.

See what she used to look like after the cut...

Kayswitch shares new photo of his daughter

The last time Kayswitch shared a photo of his daughter was in July...but the proud father shared this new photo of his 7 months old daughter with her mum.

Photos: Omotola Ekeinde, Rita Dominic, Funke Akindele, others attend Afriff beach party

Celebs including Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, Funke Akindele, Rita Dominic and others attended the Africa International Film Festival, AFRIFF beach party that held yesterday at the Ilashe beach resort in Lagos ahead of the Film Festival which will begin soon. See more pics after the cut...

9ice opens up about new fiancee and baby, says he's found peace

9ice welcomed his fourth child a few weeks back with a lady named Sunkanmi Ajala. Speaking for the first time about his new family, 9ice told City People that he has found peace.

"It is true that I have a child. It is true that I am with someone named Olasunkanmi Ajala and she is the mother of the child. If you check my instagram page, you will see my daughter Michelle there. Her name is Michelle Abolanle Akande and she is there. So, it is not something you can hide for long. How can you hide a good news like having a child, it is one of the information you can never hide under the sun. It is a joyful thing.

"I have my peace of mind. If I drink garri now, I am at peace with myself and the Garri will make me look healthy. If I don't tell that I drank Garri, you wouldn't know except I vomit and you see my vomit. But if I eat salad constantly and I am not happy in my heart, you will notice and you will blame me by saying, oh this guy is rich yet he is looking sick, does it mean he cannot enjoy his money?"

My last moments with Taiwo Oshadipe - Her manager recounts

One of the Oshadipe Twins, Taiwo, died in the early hours of Friday October 3rd. Her manager, Olu Akinsanya, speaking for the first time about her sudden death, said she might have died of complications arising from chest-related pains.

Speaking exclusively to The Nation, Olu said she was ill about a month ago and was admitted at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Ikeja, and was given some medications.

“The illness wasn’t serious. She felt better when she started taking the drugs. But surprisingly, she suffered a relapse this week. On Wednesday, she called her doctor who treated her at LASUTH and was told to come over to his private hospital, as he wouldn’t be around at LASUTH until Friday. She went to the hospital where the doctor carried out some medical checks on her and gave her some drugs. He also gave her an appointment for Friday. But unfortunately, in the early hours of the day, she started complaining of pains.

Pics: Genevieve Nnaji relaunches her St Genevieve clothing line

Actress Genevieve Nnaji yesterday October 5th relaunched her clothing line - St Genevieve in collaboration with giant online retailer, Jumia. See more photos after the cut...

Nigerian fraudsters now using Hollywood big shots to scam people

Hehe. TMZ, comes for Nigerian fraudsters in this exclusive report. Find below...

How would you like to be the assistant to a major Hollywood producer?  You can get the job now by going online. You will receive a job offer and an assignment ... that will ultimately screw you out of thousands of dollars, thanks to Nigerian fraudsters.

Here's the fraud by the numbers ...-- People who want to break into Hollywood post resumes on various websites.  Some of them get an email from people claiming to be major Hollywood players, looking for an assistant.

See the recent video where 'Abubakar Shekau' claimed he is still alive

Sahara Reporters shared the video yesterday. Watch 'Shekau' claim to still be alive...

S'Africa seizes Nigeria's $5.7m in another secret arms deal bust

Three weeks after South African government seized $9.3million allegedly belonging to the Nigerian government, they have once again confiscated $5.7million arms money from Nigeria.

According to South African newspaper City Press, the money was seized by South Africa’s Asset Forfeiture Unit of the National Prosecuting Authority for allegedly being the proceeds of illegal transactions and even shared some documents. See the full report after the cut...

Photo: 9ice the politician; meets Governor Abiola Ajumobi in Ibadan

APC House of Reps Aspirant, Abolore Akande, aka 9ice met with the Governor of Oyo State, Abiola Ajimobi during the Eid-il- Kabir Celebration at the Governor House in Ibadan on Sunday.

Actress Blake Lively reveals she's pregnant via her website, shares pic

Hollywood actress Blake Lively is pregnant and revealed the good news herself by posting a photo of her baby bump on her website, Preserve. The 27 year old married actor Ryan Reynolds on September 9th, 2012. Big congrats to them.

Pastor Oyakhilome’s name removed as trustee of church’s UK branch

The last might not have been heard of Pastor Chris Oyakhilome and his wife’s divorce saga, as some people have decided to be at his wife’s side. It will be recalled that Pastor Chris has removed his wife’s name from the church’s official website and other important materials relating to the church, and now the church’s UK branch leaders have also decided to remove Pastor Chris’ name as one of the Church’s trustees. Premium Times got to see the documents and below is how they report it…

The face-off between the Founder of Believers Love World (aka Christ Embassy) Chris Oyakhilome, and his wife, Anita, has taken a new dimension with Mr. Oyakhilome now removed as a trustee of a United Kingdom’s branch of the church.

Friendly exes. Heidi Klum and Seal kiss as they attend their kid's game

Supermodel Heidi Klum, 41, and her estranged husband, British singer Seal, 51, shared a kiss as they met yesterday Saturday Oct. 4th to support their children at their football matches. Heidi and Seal are yet to finalize their divorce but are currently seeing other people. See more pics after the cut...

Wow! Ciara shows off post pregnancy weight loss

Ciara showed off her post pregnancy weight loss in new ads she shot for giant clothing company, Calvin Klein. See another photo after the cut....

Exclusive: Movie producer Emem Isong weds secretly

Film maker, writer and CEO of Royal Arts Academy, Emem Isong is now a married woman. The mother of one secretly wed her Cameroonian lover on Friday Oct. 3rd. The two had a secret court wedding and not a single member of her family knew about the wedding. The guy, from Kumba town in Cameroon, now works with Emem on some projects she's handling.

Lagos State to begin probe of Synagogue building collapse on Oct. 13th

The Lagos State Government announced on Friday Oct. 3rd that the coroner it inaugurated to probe the circumstances surrounding the 6-storey Synagogue building which collapsed on September 12th and claimed more than 115 lives will commence sitting on October 13th.

According to Punch, the Lagos State Ministry of Justice said in a statement that the coroner’s hearing will take place at the Coroner Court on the premises of the Ikeja Lagos State High Court.

Man allegedly rapes and impregnates 16 year old daughter in Oyo state

A 42 year old man who allegedly impregnated his 16 year old daughter in Oyo state has been arrested by the state police command. According to Sunday Sun, the JSS 2 student was repeatedly raped by her own father after she'd left her mum and gone to live with him. Oyo State Com­missioner of Police, Kola Sodipo said on the night she was first raped, the father had asked the victim to undress, but when she refused and attempted to escape, he threatened her with a cut­lass and then raped her.

The 16 year old gave birth to her father's child on September 16th.

President Goodluck Jonathan’s Eid-El-Kabir message to the nation

Here is the president's message to the nation as Muslims celebrate today.

Dear Compatriots,

I greet and felicitate with all our countrymen and women of the Islamic faith as we celebrate this year’s Eid-El-Kabir.
I also congratulate all believers who have successfully undertaken the Hajj this year as
enjoined by Prophet Mohammed (May Peace Be Upon Him).
As they conclude the rites of the Hajj and prepare to return home, let us all join them in offering special prayers for greater security, peace, unity and progress in our dear country as well as for the peaceful and successful conduct of next year’s general elections.

'It is the will of God' - Pastor who lost his wife & four kids to fire says

Pastor John Kayode of the Chris Apostolic Church, Otumara, Warri who lost his wife, Grace and four children, Egburoghene Enoch( 13), Efemena Ogheneruona (10), Oghenetejiri Tekwe (7) and Oghenemaro Ogheneyucime, in a fire disaster on Sept. 25th has reacted to the unfortunate incident.

While ministering to his congregation on Sunday September 28th, four days after the unfortunate incident, Pastor Kayode said the whole incident was the will of God and that his wife and children are now with the Lord.

ISIS beheads second Briton, threatens to execute US war veteran next

ISIS has beheaded British aid worker Alan Henning (left and inset). The militants posted a video of the horrific beheading online last night. In the video, the executioner who is described as Jihadi John because of his English accent said Alan's blood is on the hands of the British parliament.

Before he was beheaded, Alan also blamed his death on his government. He told the camera

"I am Alan Henning. Because of our Parliament's decision to attack the Islamic state I as a member of the British public will now pay the price for that decision.'

He was beheaded shortly after that. ISIS then brought out Iraq war veteran and U.S. citizen Peter Edward Kassig (right) and threatened to kill him next.