Friday, 25 September 2015

Hajj stampede: Nigerian female journalist among the dead

Hajia Bilikisu Yusuf regarded as Northern Nigeria's first female Editor, died in the stampede that claimed 717 lives in Saudi Arabia yesterday September 24th. She will be remembered as one of the advocates of the 'Bring Back Our Girls' group. May her soul rest in peace Amen.

Iyabo Ojo rocks green hair

The actress looks lovely!

Thursday, 24 September 2015

Usher secretly marries Manager Grace Miguel, jet off to Cuba for honeymoon

R & B singer Usher Raymond and Grace Miguel secretly wed prior to going off to Cuba for their honeymoon over Labor Day weekend, which was a little over 2 weeks ago.

According to US weekly, one source said the duo planned on marrying before 100 guests in Atlanta but decided to elope instead.

Following their secret wedding, the newlyweds celebrated their honeymoon in Havana, Cuba.

Supermodel Gisele Bundchen is set to release nude photos of herself in $700 book

35-year-old Brazilian supermodel, Gisele Bundchen, is releasing a book about herself, featuring 300 modelling photos, including some nudes, and selling it for a whopping $700 per copy.
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of her career, the German publishing company Taschen has put together the limited edition coffee table book, which is set to debut in November.

60% of Fashion, Devices and Electronics in the ‘Happy Appy Sales’

Something fun to do this weekend! Konga is holding a 3-day ‘Happy Appy Sale’!During this period, shoppers will have access to a large selection of top fashion brands, fast selling Phones, Electronics, Household items, Laptops and Computers at up to 60% discount on the konga App.The sales would run from Friday the 25th to Sunday the 27th of September.

Jim Iyke super stylish in new photos

He shared the photos from a new shoot on his instagram page. See another photo after the cut...

Kylie Jenner surprises friend with Mercedes Benz for her 18th birthday

The 18 year old reality star took to instagram to share a pic of a Mercedes Benz she got for her dear friend, Jordyn Woods who turned 18 recently. Appreciating the gift Jordyn wrote;

Check out this adorable photo of Beyonce and daughter Blue Ivy

Beyonce left, Blue Ivy right. They look so much alike...

Photos: Buhari observes Eid prayers in Daura, Katsina state

President Buhari joined other Muslim faithfuls to observe the Eid prayers in his village, Daura in Katsina state today. See another photo of him slaughtering the Ileya ram after the cut...

2015 election: Whether we are being punished or not, Ndigbo have no regrets voting for their choice - Ohaneze

While speaking yesterday in Abuja at a press conference to kick-start the 2015 Igbo Day celebration, president of the Ohaneze ndigbo group in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mazi Odozi Elijah Nwodozi, said the Igbos had no regret voting for their choice during the last election
“In the 2015 elections, Ndigbos made a clear choice; it was decisive. We made the best choice, as known to us. So, we have no regrets, whether or not we are being punished for that choice. We are in a democracy. The president is the president of all, irrespective of how any region voted.

Stunning new photo of the First Lady of Lagos State, Mrs Bolanle Ambode

Mrs Bolanle Ambode, the beautiful wife of Lagos State Governor.

Photos: Nollywood actor Segun Arinze turns 50 today

Segun Arinze turned 50 today September 24th and his wife and kids gave him a pleasant surprise. Happy birthday to him. See more photos after the cut...

Pics: Jonathan, Ayo Fayose at Bayelsa PDP guber primary

Former President Goodluck Jonathan and Ekiti state governor Ayo Fayose at the Bayelsa state PDP governorship primaries held today in Yenagoa, the state capital. More photos after the cut...

Two secondary school students burn to death in Nassarawa

2 students of the Baptist High School Marke, in Kokona Local Government Area of Nassarawa state, Joseph Idris, SS1, and Rimande Luka, Jss 2, were burnt to death in a fire incident that occurred at about 2am yesterday September 23rd. One of the school's student hostel, the Red House hostel, which accommodates about 50 students, was engulfed in the fire incident, trapping many of them. It is believed that the fire started after an electric fault.

Ivanka Trump announces baby number 3 with lovely photo

Donald Trump's daughter Ivanka Trump is expecting baby number with her husband, Jared Kushner. The 33-year-old business woman announced the happy news with a cute photo starring her two children, four-year-old Arabella and 2 year old Joseph. Ivanka, 33, and Jared, the CEO of Kushner Properties got married in 2009.

Her dad Donald Trump took to Twitter to congratulate his daughter and express his happiness at the big news. He wrote: 'So happy about my daughter @IvankaTrump’s announcement that she will be having a baby this spring. Congratulations!'

Graphic pictures from Mecca stampede

Over 700 people died today in Hajj stampede in Mecca. Thousands were walking to the 'stoning of the devil' ritual when a sudden surge in the crowd caused many to fall. What caused the surge is not known. It's the worse since 1990. AFP just released some gruesome photos from the incident. See more photos after the cut...

Friday, 21 August 2015

'I am deliriously happy' - Jennifer Aniston says after secret wedding

In a new interview, the 46 year old actress who got married for the second time about two weeks ago said she was deliriously happy to be married to her longtime boyfriend. Justin Theroux.
"I'm deliriously happy. Of course.' she said when asked to describe her state.
She also revealed how she managed to keep her wedding a secret from everyone, even her close Hollywood friends. She said she'd told everyone they were coming to a birthday party for Theroux - but it was in fact their wedding 'Where there's a will, there's a way.' Jen told GM America

Tonto Dikeh says she's been married for a long time

 In an interview with Channels TV, Tonto Dikeh said she has been married longer than people think
"I have been for a very long time.. Just that I kept the secret to myself..and trying to enjoy married life..yea it just came out like 2-3 days ago.One mistake we do is having this very loud announcement on when you have been engaged and everything and its only normal that the media helps you destroy your marriage before you even get into your home. So,privacy is key in my marriage"she said

Mum of three Kourtney Kardashian puts her bikini body on display

The 36 year old mother of three put her bikini body on display in a stunning two-piece at the beach in the island of St Barts where she's holidaying with her family. More photos after the cut...

Jennifer Lawrence tops Forbes list of highest-paid actresses with $52m

Jennifer Lawrence earned $52 million between June 2014 and June 2015 making her the highest earning actress in the world in the last one year. And this is mostly thanks to her role as Katniss Everdeen in The Hunger Games Trilogy which has so far grossed $2.3 billion worldwide.

Second is Scarlett Johansson, who earned $35.5 million in one year. See the full list after the cut...

Photos: Tonto Dikeh Churchill flaunts her beautiful wedding ring

The actress who had her introduction in Port Harcourt a few weeks back showed off her beautiful Canary Yellow wedding ring on instagram. More photos of the ring after the cut...

Actress Rukky Sanda shares sexy pre-birthday photo

Her birthday is in 2 days time and she shared this picture in preparation of the big day...

Pic: Wizkid collaborates with Nico and Vinz

Wizkid announced on social media yesterday that he's in the studio with the Norwegian singing and songwriting duo composed of Kahouly Nicolay "Nico" Sereba and Vincent "Vinz" Dery, to produce good music.

FIFA appoints Amaju Pinnick organizing committee member

World Football governing body, FIFA has appointed the president of the Nigerian Football Federation NFF, Amaju Pinnick as a member of the FIFA U-20 World Cup Organizing Committee. In a letter dated 14th August 2015 and signed by FIFA Secretary General, Jerome Valcke, the world body wrote
“We are very pleased to inform you that you have been appointed as a member of the Organizing Committee for the FIFA U-20 World Cup. Please accept our sincere congratulations on this nomination. We wish you success and enjoyment in this role at FIFA and look forward to welcoming you soon in Zurich.”

North West and Penelope Disick are cute fashionistas in the making

These two little cousins look so lovely as they vacation with their Moms and other family members in St. Barts. Check out those sunglasses and the way they are dressed. So adorable. See more photos after the cut...

Fugitive radical cleric al-Assir got his visa through normal application - Garba Shehu

Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Alhaji Garba Shehu, on Wednesday revealed that preliminary investigations indicate that wanted radical preacher Ahmed al-Assir got his Nigerian visa through a normal application.

The fugitive radical Sunni preacher who is linked with the terrorist group ISIS was arrested at the Beirut’s Rafik Hariri International Airport while trying to leave Lebanon to Nigerian through Cairo using fake Palestinian travel documents.

Court okays probe of Amaechi’s administration by Nyesom Wike

A Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt, yesterday August 20th dismissed the suit filed by former governor of the state, Chibuike Amaechi, challenging the judicial commission of enquiry set up by the incumbent governor, Nyesom Wike to  probe the sale of state assets during Amaechi's administration.

UN Ambassador and actress Chika Ike visits Côte d'Ivoire (photos)

UN Ambassador and actress Chika Ike recently visited Côte d'Ivoire for a media tour to promote her show. She was also received by the Ambassador. See more photos after the cut...

Wednesday, 19 August 2015

NNPC to publish financial transactions as from September

According to the newly appointed GMD of NNPC, Ibe Kachiukwu, the national oil corporation will from September periodically publish the financial transactions within the corporation. He said this at his maiden town hall meeting with employees of the corporation at the NNPC Towers in Abuja yesterday.
“I want transparency. Beginning from next month, I want to be able to publish what the company makes. I have told the President that as from next week I will be sending him weekly reports,” the new GMD reportedly told his colleagues

Kim and Khloe Kardashian step out in matching black dresses in St. Barts

The sisters who are in St Bart for vacation with other members of their family, put their curves on display in slinky black maxi dresses as they stepped out for an evening stroll in St. Barts on Monday. See more photos after the cut...