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Saturday 17 September 2011

Five boys gang rape female student of Abia State University

Screen shot of the gang rape of ABSU student. I used my camera phone to take a shot from the rape video
My whole weekend messed up. I saw a video that has messed with my head. A rape video. One hour of five boys taking turns on a girl. So heartbreaking to watch! One woman I showed it to today cried for three hours straight...it's one of the worst things I've ever seen in my life

A female student was gang raped by five boys in Abia State University. This incident happened Tuesday August 16th , 2011. These boys raped this girl, recorded it, passed it round their friends, who then passed it round ABSU campus. 

And do you know what her offense was, why this girl was raped? She supposedly insulted one of the boys...that was all.

In the rape video, which lasts for over an hour, the girl cried her eyes out and tried to fight them off in the first few minutes, after a while they subdued her; by slapping her, rough handling her, threatening to kill her and having rough sex with her. After a while she gave in and instead of fighting, she started pleading, and after her pleas fell on deaf ears, she begged them to kill her that she couldn’t take the pain anymore. These boys laughed at her, made fun of her and told her that if she didn't co-operate, they would keep her in the room and continue raping her for two days.

Please continue to read this horrid story ...
 

Matse Uwatse leaves Wazobia FM

One of the voices of one of Lagos most listened-to radio station; Matse uwatshe of Wazobia Fm has left the radio station. The award winning OAP, who’s one of the most loved voices of radio in Lagos left today Sept 17th after working there for four years. 

Matse hasn’t left radio completely; you can now find her at Nigeria Info 99.3fm.

Friday 16 September 2011

Must see video! Governor Adams Oshiomhole humiliates and orders arrest of Task Force boss


On Monday Governor Adams Oshiomhole of Edo state ran to the scene of a demolition exercise in Benin city. The governor visited the site to see how some controversial demolition was executed by the state Task Force on Demolition of illegal Properties.

Apparently angered by some demolitions that he claimed was mischievously done by the team, Mr. Oshiomhole publicly scolded Major Lawrence Loye (rtd), the task force chair.

As shown in this video, Governor Oshiomhole not only scolded the task force chair but also ordered his arrest.

Is this gross abuse of power or was the Governor right to arrest the task force boss?

Nigerian designer, Lanre Da Silva tumbles on stage; featured on Daily Mail UK

So she fell on stage, and the international press carried it! I would be flattered if I were her...:-)

Here's how Dailymail reported it...

Did Naomi lend you those shoes? African designer ruins her big moment with a runway tumble at New York Fashion Week 
She says she is not afraid to stand out, but this was probably not the kind of attention she had hoped for. But you couldn't blame up-and-coming designer Lanre Da Silva-Ajayi if she was a little giddy after showcasing her latest collection at New York Fashion Week.
After the Arise Made In Africa showcase, the Nigerian fashionista took to the runway for a triumphant victory lap - and promptly stepped off the side.
 Go to dailymail.co.uk to read the full story...

Thursday 15 September 2011

The Search for Face of Sleek Nigeria 2011 Begins; Featuring Studio Woman & Style Star

This competition is the first of its kind ever to take place in Nigeria. It is a celebration of the total woman….the true Nigerian woman…truly strong….truly feminine. It is one competition with three winners…no 2nd place!

Naija's Sexiest Couple is...

Joseph and Adaeze Yobo or Sarah Ofili and Ikechukwu...

You've got to admit, these couples are sizzling hot! But which couple is hotter? As in, see argument around me...so decided to bring it here...what do you think? This is a lighthearted post, don't take it too seriously...let's just have fun with it...:-)

How can you look like this in a bikini at 45?

Minus surgery, what else do these women do? I'm not close to her age and I don't look like this in a bikini...

Oh btw, that's Halle Berry on holiday in Spain...

Chinua Achebe forces 50 Cent to rename movie

The foundation managing the works of literary icon, Chinua Achebe, have forced 50 Cent to drop the title of his soon-to-be-released multi-million dollar movie, Things Fall Apart.

The foundation threatened to go court over intellectual infringement, 50 Cent allegedly offered to pay  $1million dollars to keep the name, the foundation refused and 50 Cent and his producers had no choice but to change the film's title. It's now - All Things Fall Apart.

Nice work! Continue to see the first time Things Fall Apart was used in a literary work..

"Yes, Toni Payne Visits Me, But We Have Not Settled" - 9ice

Contrary to news making the rounds that estranged couple, 9ice and Toni Payne had reconciled/on the verge of reconciling, 9ice says it's not true. When asked if he and estranged wife Toni Payne had reconciled since she's always seen at his home, 9ice replied.
Yes, she comes to the house, but she has not returned. What happens is she comes to the house, because in our Yoruba tradition, she has the right to visit the father of her child or children and if there's space or accommodation, she can stay briefly to see her children. She's been coming to the house, but that doesn't mean that she was coming to beg me, or me begging her. That chapter is closed for now.

Names and Faces of some victims of the UN Building bombing

 
 
These are some of the faces of the individuals who lost their lives in the August 26th suicide bombing of the UN Building in Abuja.

They are: Mr. Abraham Osunsanya (Administrative Assistant, WHO), Mr. Stephen Obamoh (Radio Operator, UNDP), Mrs. Felicia Nkwuokwu (Receptionist, UN Common Services, UNDP), Mr. Iliya David Musa (Receptionist, UN Common Services, UNDP) and Mr. Ahmed Abiodun Adewale-Kareem (Shipping Assistant, UNICEF).

NCC Advises Nigerians to Ignore Rumours of Phone-Induced Death

The 'killer' numbers are supposedly 09141 and 091441. So basically, when these numbers call you and you pick = you die! Some people claim that 10 people died in Wukari while receiving calls from these phone numbers. Really? Wow! And some people are buying this? OK!

Anyway, the Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, has advised Nigerians to ignore such rumours. The commission said the claim is false and without any iota of truth, and that nothing like that could happen to somebody responding to a phone, no matter the number through which such calls are made.  It is only very gullible people that will believe such a rumour, they said

Basically, there are no killer numbers! So, relax people!

Let Nigerians Carry Arms, Pastor Oritsejafor Tells Jonathan

The National president of Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor, has called on President Goodluck Jonathan to allow Nigerians to carry arms to defend themselves against the insecurities in Nigeria. The killings in Jos, the kidnappings, the robberies, bomb threats etc...

Oritsejafor stated that if the government could no longer guarantee the safety of lives and property of Nigerians, then the National Assembly should immediately enact a law to make every Nigerian to carry arms for self protection.
Will carrying arms make things better or make it worse? Please share your thoughts..

Selena Gomez Gets Justin Bieber's Name Tattooed On Her Wrist

 
Justin Bieber's 19year girlfriend Selena Gomez recently showed off a marker tattoo dedicated to him - Justin's name accompanied by a single love heart - on the inside of her right wrist.

Awww, young love! Smart girl...used a marker...easily cleaned off...when the going gets tough!

"Why Glo dropped me as an ambassador" - Sunny Neji

"I was their ambassador, and while it lasted, we had a wonderful relationship and when it was time to renew the contract, both of us did not agree on the new terms. They said they were going to renew, but they were delaying and I was getting impatient because I needed to move on. But eventually when the contract came, I didn't like the terms, and I made it clear. And there's no way both of us can work because it is not by force." - Sunny Neji to a City People reporter

In other words, the contract fee was reduced, he didn't like it, they parted ways!

"2face and I are just partners to our daughter" - Annie Macaulay

 
"The only relationship that exists between us now is daddy and mummy relationship to our daughter, that is the truth. Innocent is a fantastic father and I must give him kudos for that. He is crazy about all his kids." - Annie Macaulay, when asked if she's still dating her baby daddy, Tuface Idibia.

Guess the relationship is off now, but trust these two...it will be back on soon!

Guinness to Bring Football Icons Roy Keane and Marcel Desailly to Nigeria for Guinness VIP™ Members

 Left: Marcel Desailly; Right Roy Keane

Good news for football fans and especially members of Guinness VIP™, Africa's largest mobile social network. You guys will be getting an exclusive, once in a lifetime opportunity to get up-close and personal with former Manchester United and Republic of Ireland Captain, Roy Keane and former Chelsea and French international, Marcel Desailly at Guinness VIP™ 'An Evening With...', event, which will take place on Monday 19th and Tuesday 20th September in Lagos and Ibadan for one night only.

Unfortunately, this incredible opportunity if available ONLY to members of Guinness VIP™. Continue to know how you can register to be part of this great gathering...
 

News Anchor Mocks Kourtney and Kim Kardashian. Hilarious!

Banky W, eLDee, Jesse Jagz & MI Rock France With Hennessy Cognac

MI, eLDee, Banky W and Jesse Jagz with a Barrel dating back to 1934
A week after releasing the theme song for Hennessy Artistry 2011, Eldee, Jesse Jagz and Banky W embarked on a scheduled trip to Cognac, France on September 5, 2011.

The artistes were treated to “The Hennessy Heritage Experience” alongside Chocolate City’s MI who has worked closely with Hennessy in the past.

“This is really our way of giving these artistes a unique one on one experience with Hennessy Cognac Communications Manager Tokini Peterside told journalists early this week.
Continue reading to see more photos of their trip...

Venia Consulting launches Innovative Business Hub in Lagos .

CEO - Venia Consulting
"Our vision is to change the face of entrepreneurship in Nigeria"- Venia Consulting


The management of Venia Consulting Limited announces the launch of the Venia Business Hub. An innovation in Nigerian corporate space, the Hub is a provider of serviced and virtual offices for entrepreneurs and business men across the country. The company also offers training, seminars and conferences and even more importantly, links businesses to a pool of Angel Investors and Financial Partners for financial support and start-up capital.

Wednesday 14 September 2011

Woman confirms relationship with Swizz Beatz

Christina Elizabeth, the young woman caught sexting with Swizz Beatz has come forward to say that not only did Swizz cheat on his ex-wife Mashonda with her, he has also been sexting her while married to Alicia Keys.

Her statement to Bossip.com below...
I’m only making this statement because I’m being put out there as a liar and I am very embarrassed. I would like to confirm that the rumor about Swizz Beatz cheating on Mashonda with me is absolutely true. I would also like to confirm that the rumors about Swizz “sexting” me, even in his present marriage, are absolutely true. I am also confirming that I lost my cell phone and someone else posted all the stuff that you see on the internet.
Explosive! Read the rest of her statement after the cut...and Alicia Keys, pay no attention to all this...:-)

Video: Nigerian Physician Brutally Beaten at Barnes-Jewish Hospital


Security guards at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in Saint Louis, MO beat up a resident physician. Read all about it on the physician's blog here

Chika Ike Set to Open Accessories Shop

Nollywood actress, Chika Ike, is set to open her fashion Accessories outlet called Fancy Nancy Collections, which is located inside one of Abuja top most mall The Valley opposite Ecobank Wuse 2.

The official opening will take place on September 24th 2011 at 12 noon and a lot of entertainers will be at the opening to support her. If you would like to meet your favourite Nollywood stars,
just stroll to The Valley on the 24th...

Man Stuck in Crevice for Six Days

A man, known only as Abel, was trapped in a narrow crevice for six days without food and water. Abel had climbed to the top of a hill in Britz and climbed into the crevice for some privacy as he prayed. Rescue workers tried to free him...
More pics after the cut...
 

Pupil files N500m suit against teacher for losing right eye after beating

 
A 10 year primary four pupil at Okhoro Primary School, Okhoro, Benin, Miss Blessing Okaeben, has instituted a N500million suit against her teacher, Mrs. Mercy Iyobosa Monday at the Federal High Court, Benin, for flogging and beaten her with a broom leading to blindness of her left eye, for failing her Mathematics test. 

Joined in the suit are the Edo State Universal Basic Education Commission (SUBEB), Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEB), Edo State Government and Egor Local Government Education Authority.
You go girl! So proud of this 10year old. That's how to do it! Please continue reading...

Music Star MC Loph (Osondi Owendi) dies in Fatal Auto Crash

The Nigerian Entertainment industry has suffered another devastating loss. Mc Loph, (real name Nwaozo Obiajulu) of the Osondi Owendi fame, is dead.

He died in a car accident along the Benin/Ore road some hours ago on his way to his traditional wedding in the east. He was the one driving...and I hear his fiancee was also with him...

Photo on the right is his wrecked car...had to cut his corpse out of the picture. What a sad loss. May his soul rest in peace, amen.

Photos: OBJ, Justice Oputa on Stage at the Battle of the Gifted


 
Charly Boy's Battle of the Gifted show took place last weekend, Saturday Sept 10th at Thisday Dome in Abuja. Remember I mentioned that Charly Boy's father, Justice Oputa and ex-president, Olusegun Obasanjo will be at the show to battle it out in the 'Battle of the Elder's Statesmen' segment, well, here are picture.

More pictures from the event when you continue...

Forbes: 2011 Richest Men In Entertainment

The highest-earning man in Hollywood is 42 year old actor writer, producer, director and entertainment mogul, Tyler Perry, who pulled in an impressive $130 million in the 2010-2011 fiscal year. Full list (top 10) below...

1. Tyler Perry, $130 million (£82 million)
2. Jerry Bruckheimer, $113 million (£72 million)
3. Steven Spielberg, $107 million (£68 million)
4. Elton John, $100 million (£63 million)
5. Simon Cowell, $90 million (£57 million)
6. James Patterson, $84 million (£52 million)
7. Dr. Phil McGraw, $80 million (£51 million)
8. Leonardo DiCaprio, $77 million (£49 million)
9. Howard Stern, $76 million (£48 million)
10. Tiger Woods, $75 million (£47.5 million)

Assault Saga: Olisa & Dewumi have a message for you all (Video)

This video was shot yesterday Tuesday, Sep 13

Tuesday 13 September 2011

Will Smith and Marc Anthony spotted at football game

  
Last night, Will Smith and Marc Anthony were spotted together at the Miami Dolphins football game.

I guess this display of togetherness is to put an end to rumors that Marc was sleeping with Jada. Not that some of us believed it sha...*cough*

Pastor Taiwo Odukoya’s wife pregnant with second child

Pastor Taiwo Odukoya’s wife, Rosemary Odukoya, is pregnant again! This pregnancy comes just one year after giving birth to the couple’s first child, a boy named Haniel Odukoya. People who have seen her say she’s already showing. This would be Pastor Odukoya's fifth child. The Fountain of Life Church General Overseer has three children with his late wife, Pastor Bimbo Odukoya.

Alicia Keys laughs at rumors about her husband Swizz Beatz cheating

 
That's the spirit Alicia...*Yimz* lol

Wizkid Covers Vanguard Allure Magazine

 
It's your moment man, make the best of it!

Official Music Video: Idris Elba - Private Garden

Actor Idris Elba now a singer? Seems so. Here's the video for his new single - Private Garden

Frank Edoho’s estranged wife files complaints against him at social welfare board


Katherine Edoho, estranged wife of TV personality Frank Edoho, filed a complaint at Social Welfare Department under her name and address asking that Frank be asked to keep up with the welfare of his children and he has defaulted paying since July 2011 for the upkeep of his three children. The report was filed on Monday July 5, 2011, with witnesses standing by.

The social welfare then invited Frank for a meeting which he agreed to, but later refused, and now they are bent on dragging him to court. As his defence, Frank told the social welfare department that he has all the receipts of monies paid for the welfare of his kids whilst Katherine is arguing that Frank had defaulted in payment and she would like official channel to get welfare for her kids. 

The official meeting with the estranged couple was for yesterday Monday Sept 12, 2011. Will find out what the outcome was.

Source: Stella Dimoko Korkus - Encomium magazine

Photos from Charles Ahize and Maureen Emenalom's Traditional Wedding

 
More pictures after the cut...

Fine Couple: Caroline Ekanem and Hubby

 
The beautiful ex-actress and mother of two put this photo of her and hubby on her Facebook page and wrote: My baby, my love, and my King after God almighty. 

#lovenwantinti ...:-)

Life Inside Maltina Dance All 5 Academy

 
The much anticipated, biggest ever Maltina Dance All 5, kicked off on a very high note on September 4 with  15 families selected from across the regions having to go through the MDA boot camp. The camp saw the 15 families go through intense and grueling exercise sessions over a period of time. They were also tutored in different dance styles by seasoned professional dance directors.

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