Monday, 20 November 2017

Photos/Video: Hundreds of Africans including Didier Drogba flock to Libyan Embassy in Paris to protest alleged slave markets as reported by CNN

Hundreds of African nationals and activists flocked to the Libyan Embassy in Paris on Saturday, outraged at the government’s failure to tackle human smuggling, after a CCN report unveiled a network of migrant slave auctions in Libya.

About a thousand people turned up to the protest following calls by several prominent anti-slavery groups and a number of celebrities of African origin, including soccer star Didier Drogba and former Miss France Sonia Rolland.

Photos: Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, Tiwa Savage and Ireti Doyle at BankyW & Adesua's traditional wedding

Top actresses Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde and Ireti Doyle, along with Tiwa Savage also attended BankyW and Adesua Etomi's traditional wedding ceremony yesterday. Tiwa had to fly economy from Dubai to make it back in time to perform at the wedding. See more photos below...

"I don’t want to go back until she’s asleep” - Late Bilyamin Bello told a friend on the night of murder as it's revealed he divorced his first wife to marry Maryam

A family friend, Habib Gaiam Aka Gidado revealed what transpired before, during and after Bilyami Mohammed Bello was killed by his wife. Bilyami, the son of former PDP chairman, Bello Haliru Mohammed, was stabbed to death by his wife, Maryam Sanda in the early hours of Sunday, November 19.

Gidado also revealed that late Bilyami was previously married to another woman, who he divorced to be with Maryam. Read his post below:

Photo of Adesua Etomi all smiles with her parents yesterday

Actress Adesua Etomi's parents have stayed out of the spotlight that came with their daughter's wedding to BankyW...here's a look at them yesterday as they gave out her hand in marriage to the Wellington family.

Three new portraits of Queen Elizabath and Prince Philip are released as they celebrate 70th anniversary

Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip will tomorrow celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary. And to mark the incredible milestone, three new portraits of the couple have been released. The photo was shot at Windsor Castle against a platinum-textured background. The images were shot by British photographer Matt Hollyoak.

Pastor Chris Oyakhilome reportedly gifted a private jet by members of his church

Pastor Christ Oyakhilome was reportedly dashed a jet aircraft by some members of his church on Sunday night.

The gift came from the church's Music and Art group during the Loveworld International Music Award which took place on Sunday night to close the week-long International Pastors and Partners Conference (IPPC) held in Lagos Nigeria.

Sunday, 19 November 2017

Russell Simmons responds to accusation of sexually assaulting a model when she was 17

Russell Simmons is an American entrepreneur, music mogul and author who has been accused by Keri Claussen Khalighi, an aspiring model of sexually assaulting her when she was just 17.

She also says Simmons asked for forgiveness decades after he allegedly assaulted her and coerced her to perform oral sex while filmaker Ratner was present. Ratner was a rising music video producer at the time, according to the report.

Photos: All the stunning ladies and their asoebi styles at Banky W and Adesua's wedding

The ladies at Banky W and Adesua Etomi's traditional wedding didn't come to play, they came to slay. Check out some of the best dressed below...

Beautiful Brazillian twins make news headlines because of how different their skin tone is

A set of beautiful fraternal twins have made news headlines because if how different their skin tone is. The twins, who were born earlier this year, might have shared a womb but they couldn't look any more different. One is light skinned with blue eyes while the other is dark skinned with brown eyes. Asides the difference in their skin colour, another feature they have which has caught attention is their beauty. They are both so cute, it's  hard not to spend a few extra seconds staring at them.

One is named Bella and the other is Brie. They are both 7 months old. They  have an older sister who is light skinned.

Check out Adesua Etomi's 3rd and final look at her traditional wedding to BankyW today

Adesua Etomi stepped out in her third and last outfit, also designed by Toju Foyeh, for her traditional wedding reception to BankyW today. See more photos below...

Photos: See how billionaire businessman Tony Elumelu spent his weekend

Nigerian economist, Tony Elumelu is a very busy man who spends most of his time traveling from county to country and state to state but when he isn't working, he's relaxing at home with his family.

After being away at Lagos and Washington DC during the week, the entrepreneur returned home to spend the weekend with his older daughters. See more photos below...

Sola Sobowale, Mo Abudu, Rita Dominic, Stephaine Coker, Toke Makinwa and more came out to slay at BankyW & Adesua's wedding

BankyW and Adesua Etomi's traditional wedding today was attended by a whole lot of Nigerian actors/actresses, singers and media personalities close to them. See more photos below...

Video: US clergyman, Benny Hinn, left in shock after a Nigerian donated $1million to his ministry

US-based clergyman, Benny Hinn, was left in shock after he was told a Nigerian just donated a whopping $1 million to his ministry. He could not believe it. Watch below;

BankyW switches to second outfit, joins 2face on stage at his wedding reception to sing 'implication' (video)

Actress Adesua Etomi's husband, BankyW got on stage after his outfit change to sing 2face's hit song 'Implication' with him. Watch video below...

President Robert Mugabe addresses the nation in a lengthy speech but he didn't resign

One of Africa's longest serving leaders, Robert Mugabe has just addressed his nation. In a very long speech, the 93-year old leader slowly read from his script saying "we must resolve to forgive atrocities both real and perceived in a comradely Zimbabwean spirit".

While most Zimbabweans expected him to announce his resignation, Mugabe refused to say that, rather he said, he'll oversee the process of a national convention.

Photos/video: Banky W and Adesua share their first kiss and first dance at their wedding

This is the adorable moment BankyW and Adesua shared their first kiss and also their first dance at their wedding in Victoria Island Lagos. See more photos and the video below...

Watch BankyW and Adesua Etomi make a second grand entrance at their wedding reception by emerging from a screen (photos/video)

BankyW and his wife, Adesua Etomi wowed their guests by emerging from a digital screen into their lavish traditional wedding reception tonight. This was after the bride had an outfit change into a Avant Garde Yoruba dress by Toju Foyeh. See below..

Photos/video: Interior designer Ehi Ogbebor shares a look at bundles of 100 dollar bills & 1000 naira notes she was sprayed at her wedding

Ehi Ogbebor, the CEO of Sayaveth Interiors in Lagos got married traditionally to her man, Ken, an oil and gas billionaire businessman, in Edo state yesterday. She was spread lavishly by the guests at the wedding. See more photos and a video below..

Jude Okoye comically checks out his wife Ifeoma's behind as they head out to BankyW and Adesua Etomi's wedding

Lmao.

Photos/video: Adesua Etomi and her bridesmaids pictured at her traditional wedding today

Nollywood actress, Adesua Etomi and her bridesmaids posed together for a pic before she danced into her traditional wedding to BankyW in Lagos today. Watch below...

Son of former PDP Chairman allegedly stabbed to death by his wife over alleged infidelity

Bilyamin Muhammed Bello, the son of a former PDP chairman, Haliru Bello, died yesterday November 19th after he was stabbed by his wife, Maryam Sanda, at their Maitama, Abuja residence.

Maryam, said to be the daughter of former Aso Savings boss, Hajia Maimuna Aliyu, stabbed Bilyamin three times in the back; and severally on his private parts during an altercation over his alleged infidelity.

'I don't deserve this woman but God saw it fit to bless me' - BankyW says about wife, Adesua as he steps out for traditional wedding

BankyW is an excited groom and is thanking God for blessing him with the right woman, family and friends. In a post on his Instagram page, the singer/actor shared a photo of himself all dressed up for his traditional wedding to actress, Adesua Etomi today and wrote;

Photos from Ehi Ogbebor's wedding that everyone is talking about. She and her new husband reportedly gave out 2 brand new Camry cars as souvenirs

There was a society wedding that took place in Edo state yesterday and from the buzz it is getting on social media, it appears the couple sent money on an errand and it sure answered. The bride, Ehi Ogbebor who is the CEO of Sayaveth Interiors in Lagos got married to her man, Ken, an oil and gas billionaire businessman. Many celebrities attended the wedding.

Sources at the wedding say two Camry cars were up for grabs as there was a raffle draw. See more photos from the wedding below..

Willie Obiano wins Anambra state governorship election

The Independent National Electoral Commission INEC has declared incumbent Anambra state governor, Willie Obiano, as the winner of the state governorship election that held yesterday November 18th. He pulled a total of 195, 256 votes to beat his close rival, APC's Tony Nwoye who pulled a total of 79, 885. PDP's Oseloka Obaze, pulled 60, 967 votes to come third.

This would be Governor Obiano's second term in office. Congrats to him. See the score sheet from the election below

Photos of BankyW and Adesua Etomi together at their ongoing traditional wedding (photos)

Banky W and Adesua Etomi are having their traditional wedding in Lagos today. Celebrity guests including Kemi Adetiba, MI Abaga, Noble Igwe, Bovi, Basketmouth, Ebuka Skales and others have since arrived at the venue. Photos of their lovely wedding cake made by 'cakesbysaycheese' was also shared online. See more photos below...

President Robert Mugabe to address Zimbabweans tonight to decide his future

In a couple of hours, embattled President of Zimbabwe, Robert Mugabe will address his nation via a live telecast.

According to a ticker announcement on the Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation channel, “President RG Mugabe to address the nation live from State House tonight. Please stay tuned”.

He's expected to make an announcement on his future if he'll be stepping down after 37-years in power or not.

Selena Gomez unfollows The Weeknd on IG for linking up with his ex-girlfriend Bella Hadid

Selena Gomez and her ex-boyfriend The Weeknd have now become an estranged pair on social media after she recently unfollowed him on Instagram.

After the Weeknd reportedly ended their relationship, prompting her to move on with her first love Justin Beiber, Selena has officially ended things with the 'Star boy' singer.

Former beauty Queen Ibidun Ighodalo steps out for church with her cute daughter

She's so cute...

Photos: Peter Okoye covers Guardian Life magazine, says his journey as a solo artist is exciting (photos)

Peter Okoye is the cover star for this week's edition of Guardian Life magazine. In it, the former half of Psquare described himself as a 'singer, dancer, entrepreneur, 100% entertainer' and revealed that his journey as a solo artist is one of the most exciting things he's experiencing.'

Zimbabwe's ruling party, ZANU-PF, sacks Robert Mugabe as party leader, appoints former VP Mnangagwa in his place.

The party made the announcement via its official Twitter page.