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Thursday 6 May 2010

RIP our dear President, Umaru Yar'Adua


























It's no longer news. Our dear President is dead. He died at about 9pm last night after a prolonged battle with heart problems. His wife was by his side when he died. He was 58 years old

The Federal Government has declared today Thursday May 6th a work free day and also declared seven days of mourning.

Yar'Adua will be buried at 2pm this afternoon in Katsina.
 
Yar'Adua is the first Nigerian President to die in office.

May his soul rest in peace. Amen

Acting President Jonathan Goodluck will be sworn in as the President at 8am today.

Wednesday 5 May 2010

Naija's Top Dance Crew Storms Malta Guinness Street Dance Africa III Boot Camp















Sequel to the weekly rigours of highly creative and “Top of the world” dance step by different dance crews at Malta Guinness Street Dance Africa III auditions held at four regional locations across the country, all the top dance crews selected from the regions (Lagos, Benin, Enugu and Abuja) have arrived at the Malta Guinness Street Dance Africa season III boot camp.

The formal gathering of all the selected eight crews (two crew from each region) which comprises of “SONS OF LIBERTY and MARKSMEN” from Lagos, Abuja “EYE SIX ONE and WATCH IT”, Enugu; “LEGACY and XFELLAZ” at the boot camp in Lagos, while in Benin City “FLAMES INSPIRED and SOULJA GUYZ” emerged as winners. All the eight crews for the first time met one another and socialized together under one roof which is the first of its kind in Nigeria.
These selected eight crews had to impress the panel of judges which is made of the dynamic trio, international renowned choreographer Wale Rubber, Kaffy who holds the Guinness World Record by dancing for three days non-stop and frankly speaking Frank, all had to use their wealth of experience in the selection of the final crews that made it to the boot camp.

Aside from the scintillating dance moves and breath taking stunts witnessed at the auditions from the competing dance crews, adorers of the brand Malta Guinness and Malta Guinness Street Dance Africa III are in for another round of “Top of World” performances. The performances to be expected are four dance-offs that are themed, which avails each dance crew at the boot camp an opportunity to showcase their ability to learn fast and creatively solve their assigned dance task.
However to assist these dance crews in perfecting their dance steps and choreography, widely experienced and South African choreographer Simba will be at the boot camp to lend a hand in ensuring that dance performances from any of the dance crew is World Class.
Viewers at home alongside the judges can play a major role in selecting the best dance crews by voting for their choice. Keep watching your favourite Malta Guinness Street Dance Africa III on the following Television channels:

TV STATIONS DAY & TIME
NTA Network Saturday (1pm-2pm)
Africa magic (DSTV) Sunday (5pm-6pm)
AIT Network Tuesday (6pm-7pm)
STV Lagos Wednesday (9pm-10pm)
STV Benin Wednesday (9pm-10pm)
Galaxy Network (Lagos & Ibadan) Thursday (8pm-9pm)
Mnet (West) Saturday (7pm-8pm)

Visit http://www.mgstreetdanceafrica.com/ or Malta Guinness-Top of the World Goodness for more information and updates.

Malta Guinness Street Dance Africa 3 – It’s gonna be 3 much!

Eden VIP Rocks Afrobeat

On May 1st, Asokoro’s best kept secret, Eden VIP, celebrated African heritage with one of their signature themed events. DJ Blend kept the Afro beats coming as VIP guests grooved alongside Jesse Jagz and Banky W – celebrities who undoubtedly love partying at Eden whenever they are in the nation’s capital.
The ladies were treated to strings of beads to complement their outfits, while arriving guests were entertained by Mr. Wonder, a fire-breathing magician.






































 
 










'I beat Jackie Chan to a lead role in Germany' John Okafor AKA Mr Ibu




















"I just finished a job in Germany. I play a lead. Jackie Chan came late and the producers were satisfied with my kind of comedy so I got the role. I think the god of acting and my God did it for me" John Okafor AKA Mr Ibu
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Really? Wow. :-)

Yerima’s bride is daughter of his Egyptian driver





















The Egyptian child married last month in Abuja by Senator and former governor of Zamfara State, Ahmed Yerima is the 14-year-old daughter of M Eladly, his driver in Cairo, Egypt.

Marim Maged M. Eladly was brought into Nigeria alongside 32 members of her family for the marriage to the 50-year-old Mr. Yerima because he could not marry her in Egypt, as it is against Egyptian law for a man to marry a girl who is under 18 years old.

A United Nations official who was recently in Egypt told NEXT on condition of anonymity that the Nigerian Senator literally induced the poor family of the child to give her away to him.

Mr. Yerima had loudly protested that the age of his new bride was not the much-talked about 13, although he did not state the age of the girl.***

Source: Elizabeth Archibong - 234next.com

Actor Yemi Blaq marries babymama


















Yemi Blaq and wife, Remi


Script writer, producer, actor and Celebrity Takes 2 2010 winner, Yemi Blaq, is now a married man. He recently married Remi Ibinola Olatunji who he had a baby with last year. Here's wishing them the very best

Photo of the day













Dbanj and Genevieve Nnaji kissing.
Awww....don't they look so good together?
Loves it!!!

Agbani Darego's website - agbani.com

























Beautiful former Miss World Agbani Darego now has a website. A fantastic one at that.
Check it out - agbani.com.

Spotted: Munachi's hair









































Loves it!!!

Introducing - The artist, Gloria Maduka

 
African-born multi-talented Gloria Maduka's unique singing, songwriting, and dancing styles comprise primarily of pop infused with African elements. She was one of 40 out of 12,000 in Jacksonville, FL selected to audition in front of American Idol judges and producers and was featured singing globally in a 2009 episode. She was invited to sing the Star Spangled Banner at a Barron's baseball game.

 Her unique trademark is further enhanced by her ability to also write and sing in Yoruba and Spanish and by her technique with the conga, an instrument she has effectively infused into her music for several years. Due to a diverse set of influences, such as Toni Braxton, Mariah Carey, Nneka, Coldplay, Matchbox20, Whitney Houston, Kelly Clarkson, Angelique Kidjo, Brandy, Selena Perez, Shakira, Shania Twain, 311, and Femi Kuti, her vocals range from soft and pretty to hard but heart-felt. 

 
While in Africa, Maduka received several nods after performing at a church, encouraging her to pursue music as a career. This passion led to the creation and direction of the church's youth choir for three years before departing for the US to further pursue music. While only a freshman in Livingston, Maduka made headlines with one labelling her as "[bringing] down the house." Maduka was also involved in several record-setting activities. She was the first foreign student to be crowned both Ms. Black and Gold and Ms. UWA. In the summer of 2002, she was chosen to intern on Capitol Hill, DC. Maduka also hosted her own local TV talkshow and her face was the anchor for the Community News. In spite of several academic involvements, Maduka accepted invitations to perform in front of Congressman Earl Hilliard and also during games, staff gatherings, and pageants.

 
In 2002, Maduka competed with hundreds to win a modeling contract with the National Film and Fashion Board which she not only won but also won the Best Adult Talent category after she sang her unique rendition of The Star Spangled Banner. She was also a major cast member in a production of Fats Waller's jazz musical, "Aint Misbehaving" where she transcended nationalities, fitting in as an African-American in the 30's; she opened and closed the show every night.

Maduka won the annual Serendipity Talent Show every year that she was in Livingston, making her the first foreigner to ever place. In spite of graduating Magna Cum Laude and being the only Honors student in her graduating class, Maduka gave up law school in pursuit of her dreams. Consequently, she is applying her English, Journalism, and Psychology degrees towards her music career. Currently, her single, "Love Illusion" is playing on the airwaves in Africa. She's also working on videos and her first album "Of Light and Angels."
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Beauty + Talent = Gloria Maduka.
Keep repping Naija.

Her website...http://www.gloriamaduka.com/

Pictures from Mode Men Magazine's Black Night IV Event











































































































































































































































































































Pictures thanks to Abiola Aloba

Spotted: Actress Bimbo Akintola...


















Looking more beautiful than ever...

Icecapade 2010 tickets on sale


























ICECAPADE is an ‘Ice & White’ themed event for the Classy, Sophisticated & Stylish. THE TRENDSETTER.
Saturday 31st July 2010
Taking Place At One of London’s Most Opulent & Prestigious Venues
THE BLOOMSBURY BALLROOM
VICTORIA HOUSE
37 – 63 BLOOMSBURY SQUARE
9PM TO 3AM
RED CARPET & CHAMPAGNE RECEPTION 9PM TO 11PM

Ticket Sale
Advanced Tickets available NOW at
http://www.ticketweb.co.uk/
To buy ICECAPADE 2010 tickets at Ticketweb, pls click link below
http://www.ticketweb.co.uk/user/?region=gb_london&query=detail&event=383409
Ticketweb 0844 477 1000

Tuesday 4 May 2010

Wole Soyinka as INEC Boss?

























We all know that Maurice Iwu is no longer the Boss of the Independent National Electoral Commission and the Federal Government has already started looking for a replacement. And guess whose name came up as Iwu's likely successor.??? Prof Wole Soyinka.

Others are Ishola Williams, Olisa Agbakoba, Attahiru Jega, Nuhu Ribadu, and Abubakar Umar.
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Prof Wole Soyinka as INEC Boss? What do ya think?

Stephanie Henshaw Okotie turns 40.


















The 40th birthday of Mrs Stephanie Okotie on May 2 2010 was another opportunity for her husband, Rev Chris Okotie to shower her with love. And the funky man of God didn't spare anything in doing so.

This is what he said: "The kind of flower you call your wife is what she is. If you call her the common hibiscus, that's the way the world would look at her. Mine is the most beautiful flower you can ever think of. Stephanie, I just wanted to tell you I love you. No matter what people say. I am committed to this relationship. You are all I have that makes me happy. You are so beautiful. As you grow older, you would be more beautiful than Sarah, and kings will be looking for you, but my security guards won't allow them. As you step into 40, which is significant in many ways, your blessings will exceed that of your progenitors. I am rich. I will provide all your needs according to my riches. You don't need to do anything for me, I have it all. Having you as far as I am concerned is everything. And when I become Nigeria's President, you will be the most beautiful first lady in the world."
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Source: Uche Olehi - Encomium Weekly

Drogba and Ronaldo on the cover of Vanity Fair

























 
Vanity Fair set out to capture some of football's biggest stars, including Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo, Ivory Coast’s Didier Drogba, Cameroon’s Samuel Eto’o, and Brazil’s Kaká.

Yummy...


















These sportsmen...haaaa!
See muscle...

Actor Nonso Diobi survives car accident

The actor and Glo ambassador was involved in a serious car crash that left his Pathfinder truck badly damaged. The incident happened on Wednesday April 14th 2010 along Lekki/Epe Expressway, Lagos.

"Yes I was with Slizzy E, a musician and my crew in my car when it happened. But we all came out without a scratch. God saved us" He confirmed to Encomium Weekly

His truck is said to be badly damaged. He's back to his old cars.

Source: Uche Olehi - Encomium Magazine

Mike Ezuronye set to wed

























Actor and Glo ambassador, Mike Ezuronye is about to quit bachelorhood. On Wednesday April 28th, he sent out bulk SMS confirming this.

The SMS "I Mike Ezuronye invites you to join me as I choose Keke at our traditional marriage which takes place on May 22nd at Nze Nnorom's compound. Reception is at OCC Secondary School field, Ugwuala Umuohiri in Isiala Mbano LGA, Imo State"

His bride to be is Nkechi Nnorom, who lives in Canada.

"My boy is my whole life" Joseph Yobo

"My wife gave birth at the Liverpool women hospital, Liverpool, very near home. She gave birth at about 11am April 10th and I was there. My wife wanted me to go in with her when she was about to deliver. And I did. It was a fantastic experience and the most amazing part of it all was my being there through the whole process and even help cut the cord. It is one of the best feelings I have ever had in my life, especially when I held my boy after his birth.  The boy is my whole life now. I believe I now have a complete family. It's not all about me anymore. It's all about him now. After the end of the premiership and world cup, I would be taking my family on a well deserved holiday. Mt wife and I have not had our honeymoon yet, so we would be doing that. Then for those of our friends who missed our wedding, we would be having a reception and a child dedication" Joseph Yobo

Source: Abiola Aloba - Encomium magazine

Next Entertainment writer, Jayne Usen, weds.

Beautiful entertainment reporter with Next Newspapers, Jayne Usen, recently got married to her man of two years, Omamerhi Zofen Augoye, a banker.

The colourful two-day ceremony held in Lagos on Friday April 16th and Saturday April 17th. They are currently in Ghana enjoying their honeymoon.

Actress Nkiru Silvanus is the 'Face of Hope'

























Actress Nkiru Silvanus has won the maiden edition of Face of Hope Charity Concert. She beat three other Nollywood actors to emerge the winner. Nkiru won 1.5million naira. The Face of Hope is sponsored by Rochas Okorocha Foundation.
"I feel elated and happy for this, but it is a challenge to serve humanity." Nkiru said.
The event held in Abuja on Sunday April 25th.
Congrats to her

Sunday 2 May 2010

Spotted: Singer Davina








































Davina looks....in this picture...

Pix thanks to Niyi Tabiti,

Sunglasses: Which group rocked it best?























































































Fun post.
Which group of girls rocked the sunglasses best? I am going with the girls in picture 3...something so cute and colourful about them.

Pix thanks to Abiola Aloba

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