Wednesday, 5 November 2014

Actor IK Ogbonna and Colombian girlfriend donate to school pupils

IK Ogbonna, his Colombian girlfriend Sonia and singer Jayaims went to Atmoyo school in Ikota today to donate exercise books, math-set, rulers, crayons, erasers, story books and calculators to pupils of the school as a way of giving back. See more photos when you continue...

Ebola: Nigerian man banned from work in the UK after visiting Nigeria

Sam Ogunnoiki, who works as a security guard at Stout Security Ltd headquartered in Cornwall, UK, has been told not to go to work over fears he may have Ebola after visiting Nigeria.

The 46 year old British citizen, faces a three-week quarantine from his employers who told him that he needs to get the all-clear from a British doctor before he can go back to work. Below is the letter (in full) his direct boss sent to him
"I have spoken to you and expressed my very deep concerns about your trip to Nigeria. Several members of staff have now voiced their concerns about the possibility of your carrying the Ebola virus back with you and have made it very clear that they are extremely reluctant to work with you on your return."

Stylish mum & daughter! Beyonce and Blue Ivy step out in New York

A stylish Beyonce carried her daughter, Blue Ivy, who was looking equally stylish in black leather ensemble as they stepped out in New York yesterday evening without Jay Z. See more photos after the cut...

Pics: Nigerian police set to extradite UK murder suspect, Jeffrey Okafor

The Nigerian government is getting set to extradite Jeffrey Azuka Okafor (middle), who is wanted by the UK police for the murder of Carl Beatson Asiedu, who was stabbed to death on August 1st 2009 outside a UK nightclub (read here). The 23 year old fled to Nigeria after the murder but was arrested on September 23rd 2014 in Asaba, Delta state after a diligent search by the Nigerian police.

Photos of President Jonathan and other African leaders in Burkina Faso

President Jonathan is currently in Burkina Faso with two other African leaders to mediate on the political crises in the country. He's pictured above with the interim Head of State of Burkina Faso, Lt. Col Isaac Zida. See more photos after the cut...

Car dealer who specializes in buying stolen cars paraded in Lagos State

48 year old Alhaji Mahmud Abdulakeen Tanko (pictured left) has been arrested and paraded by the Lagos state Anti-Robbery Squad, SARS, for selling cars he buys from a gang of armed robbers who specialize in snatching cars in Abuja. (right are some of the recovered cars)
According to police, Tanko was arrested in Abuja after a member of the robbery gang that supplies him with stolen cars was arrested in Rivers state and confessed. Tanko was paraded alongside four others identified as Musa Yusuf, 27, Israel Nana, 30, Moses Andrel, 25 and Abayomi Adebayo, 53.

According to PM News, when interrogated, Tanko said he was aware the young men supplied him with stolen cars but buys them because they are cheap and helped him to maximize his profit. He said he was not a robber for purchasing from the thieves.

Photos: Waje having fun at the beach on set of new video in South Africa

Waje is currently on location at a beach in Cape Town South Africa for her upcoming video.The 'Onye'‎ singer who showed off her slimmer frame in green shorts was joined by sexy Tanzanian star, Diamond‎. See more photos when you continue...

UK to return former Delta Governor James Ibori's £6.8m loot to Nigeria

The UK has agreed to return an additional £6.8m to Nigeria from the money seized from jailed former Governor of Delta State, Chief James Ibori.

This was revealed by UK Metropolitan Police Senior Investigator, Mr. Rupert Broad, yesterday November 4th in London according to a report by NAN. Out of the £8 million confiscated from Ibori, £1.2 million had so far been returned to Nigeria.

Photos: AGN Pres. Ibinabo Fiberesima finally shows us her fiance

That's the man AGN Pres. Ibinabo Fiberesima will be marrying this December. His name is Uche Egbuka. She shared this photo of him on her Facebook page and wrote "I adore you my husband, Uche!"

Still going strong...Tiwa Savage gets beautiful puppy from her husband

Despite all the rumours about a break up, these two are still going strong. Yesterday, Tiwa Savage gushed about the lovely puppy (pictured left) she got as a gift from her husband, Teebillz. See what she wrote after the cut...

Photos: Buhari, Atiku, Saraki, Tambuwal rock APC glasses

Presidential aspirants Gen. Mohammadu Buhari, Atiku Abubakar and Speaker Aminu Tambuwal pictured above rocking APC change glasses this afternoon at the Metropolitan Square for Kwara State governor Abdulfatah Ahmed 2nd term declaration. See more pics after the cut...

Photos: Beyonce wows in $120 Topshop gown

Queen Beyonce earned a staggering $115million this year alone but when she she attended Topshop's New York City opening last night, she wore a $120 Topshop gown and nailed it. Beyonce didn't have to wear an outfit from the brand, but she decided to honour the UK owner, Sir Philip Green, who hosted the dinner alongside his wife. The US store is the second largest Topshop store in the world and its located near the Rockefeller Center. See more photos after the cut...

PDP secretariat in Gombe reportedly attacked by Boko Haram

According to an eyewitness who spoke with The Nation, Boko Haram men yesterday attacked the PDP Secretariat in Gombe where they opened fire and killed many people. This was after carrying out an attack on the Nafada Divisional Police headquarters in Nafada LGA earlier.
"In Nafada, they went straight to the police station and opened fire. From there, they went to the PDP Secretariat and the local government secretariat and opened fire on each of the places." the eye witness said

Photos: Khloe and her massive derriere attend cocktail launch in LA

Reality star Khloe Kardashian showed off ample cleavage and her big butt in a plunging neckline clinging dress at the launch of a cocktail drink in Beverly Hills on Monday November 3rd.

Nollywood actor O.C Ukeje set to wed this Saturday

Award winning actor O.C Ukeje is getting married this weekend. He's set to wed longtime girlfriend Ibukun Togonu at a church wedding this Saturday November 8th in Lagos. Big congrats to them.

Beyonce tops Forbes 'Top-Earning Women In Music 2014'

The singer has topped Forbes annual 'Top-Earning Women In Music 2014 List', by more than doubling what she made in 2013. According to Forbes, Beyonce made $53million in 2013 and $115million in 2014, from endorsement deals, record sales and sold out concerts. She played 95 shows, bringing in an average $2.4 million per city.

See the top 10 earners below and after the cut...
1. Beyonce - $115million
2. Taylor Swift - $64 million
3. Pink - $52million
4. Rihanna ($48 million)

Munachi Abii releases new stunning photos as she turns a year older

Munachi Abii releases new sizzling photos to mark her birthday today 5th November. Photographed by Paul Ukonu, the ex beauty queen poses in a jungle setting spotting African inspired head wraps, clothing and accessories. Happy birthday to her! See more photos after the cut...

Photo of Pres. Jonathan at the presidential wing of Abuja airport on his way to Bukina Faso

President Jonathan pictured this morning at the Presidential wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International airport on his way to Burkina Faso for crisis talk with other ECOWAS leaders.

Kelly Rowland welcome baby boy, names him Titan Jewell

Kelly Rowland gave birth to a baby boy yesterday Tuesday November 4th. She and her husband Tim Witherspoon have named their new bundle of joy Titan Jewell. Big congrats to them.
"We are thrilled to announce that today we are the proud parents of our first son. We are blessed to report everyone is healthy and happy!' Kelly said in a statement.

21 year old Nigerian man charged for murder in the UK

A 21 year old Nigerian man, Sodiq Adebayo, who resides in Ilford, has been charged to court in the UK for the murder of 22 year old Noor Hassan Barre (pictured above).

According to London24 news, Sodiq and another man, 20 year old Kevin Mao stabbed Noor in the chest during a fight in the early hours of Friday October 31st at the Middlesex University in Hendon UK. Noor was rushed to the Northwick Park hospital where he died.

Sodiq and Kevin are scheduled to appear before the Barkingside and Wimbledon Magistrates court respectively tomorrow.

Boko Haram: Gombe state government shuts down all schools

Following the recent attacks by Boko Haram members in the state, the Gombe state government has ordered the closure of all public and private schools in the state. Parents who took their children to school this morning were asked to take them back home following the directive by the state govt which was sent out to all school heads in a circular yesterday evening.

The Permanent Secretary, Gombe state Government House, Sani Jauro confirmed the closure to NAN but said it was just a "normal mid-term break for students".

Tuesday, 4 November 2014

Check out inside newly opened Gemstone Ultramart in Delta state

Gemstone Ultramart is an innovative one-stop grocery and general merchandise retailer. Established in the heart of Warri, in September 2014, the supermarket is the first of its kind in the most populous city of Delta State, Nigeria.

Built to international standards, Gemstone provides its locale with high quality products at unbeatable prices. With over 14 departments including, Grocery, Butchery, Households and Bakery, Gemstone eliminates the time and hassle it takes for people to shop for groceries and other merchandise at different stores by providing it in one location.

Lupita Nyong'o stuns in new photos for Glamour magazine

Oscar winning actress Lupita Nyong'o stuns in new photos for her feature in Glamour magazine's December edition. See more photos after the cut...

Jonathan , other ECOWAS leaders head to Ouagadougou for crisis talk

Read the State House press release below...
President Goodluck Jonathan will travel to Ouagadougou tomorrow as a member of the three-man delegation of Heads of State and Government raised by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to facilitate the rapid resolution of the current political crisis in Burkina Faso.

Photos: Oritsefemi & D'banj hit LA to shoot Double Wahala Rmx video

Oritsefemi traveled to LA this past Sunday to team up with D'banj to shoot the video for the remix of his hit single Double Wahala remix. The video is directed by Moe Musa and will hit our TV screens soon. See more pics after the cut...

Oh My! Rihanna poses topless & washes her crotch in new Esquire shoot

In the December issue of Esquire magazine UK, the singer posed topless, held a shower head to her crotch and showed off a lot of skin. Wicked! See more pics after the cut...

Photo: Pres. Jonathan with former president Obasanjo in Abuja today

President Jonathan and former President Olusegun Obasanjo pictured on their way to Council Chambers for Council of State meeting in Abuja today November 4th.

Photo: 19yr old Nigerian wanted for attempted murder in the UK

19-year-old Obitana Onyia who lives in the UK has been declared wanted by UK's Metropolitan Police for attempted murder on an unidentified man on Sunday November 2nd. The man was stabbed repeatedly at Creek Road and is currently in critical condition in a hospital.

The Met police say Onyia is needed for questioning regarding the stabbing incident and asked the public not to approach him but call police at Greenwich when they come in contact with the teenager..

Senzo Meyiwa's father criticised for waving to the crowd at his funeral

This photo has got the SA online community talking. This is the father of late South African goal keeper and captain of the national team, Senzo Meyiwa, who was shot dead on October 25th by suspected armed robbers at his girlfriend's home. During his funeral last Saturday November 1st, Sam Meyiwa waved to the crowd in excitement from an ambulance conveying his son's corpse.

Most South Africans found this offensive as he was meant to be grieving. He was seriously criticized and now the SA online community have gone agog with Memes of the waving. See some photos after the cut...

Photos: World Trade Centre reopens for business after 13 years

13 years after the 9/11 attack, the World Trade Center is re-opening for business & has been renamed One World Trade Center.

Standing at 541 meters with 104 floors, it is officially America’s tallest building and cost $3.9 billion to put the skyscraper together. One of the first tenants, publishing giant Conde Nast started moving in yesterday, Anna Wintour, the editor of Vogue, is said to be moving to the 25th floor with her staff, while Vanity Fair editor, Graydon Carter, has chosen the 41st floor. An official opening ceremony date is yet to be fixed.

The old twin buildings went down on September 11, 2001 after it was hit by two planes hijacked by terrorist group, al-Queda. See more photos of the new structure after the cut...