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Wednesday, 28 December 2011

Nicki Minaj Buys His & Hers Matching Bentley

 
For Christmas, Nicki Minaj bought a pink Bentley for herself and red one for her longtime boyfriend. Your money and her money no be mate...:-)

Photo of the day: Frank Edoho kissing girlfriend in public

 
The 'Who Wants To Be A Millionaire Presenter' was photographed kissing his girlfriend, Sandra Onyenucheya, at a friend's wedding recently. They obviously didn't care that there were people around, taking photos.

Awwwww..so sweet! But do you guys see anything wrong with this photo? Look well well...lol

Beauty of the day: Makida Moka

The top model and 2010 Face of Sleek is a stunner!

Security expert warns of New Year day bomb attacks

“Since Boko Haram struck on Christmas day, they may likely strike on New Year’s day. This is based on the fact that terrorists struck on Christmas eve and New Year’s Eve in 2010. However, the suicide terrorists changed to Christmas day this year. Since past is prologue to the future and the masters of Boko Haram tend to strike on anniversaries and on celebration days in order to maximise fatalities, they will probably carry out more spectacular attacks on New Year’s day 2012.” - A chartered security expert, Dr. Ona Ekhomu, gave the advice, yesterday, in Lagos.

Fashion Lounge Xmas Charity Edition is Today!

Its finally here, we have all been waiting for the next installment of the popular networking series. The Xmas edition takes place Wednesday 28th December at Milk Fashion Bar, 9 Akarigbere Close, Off Idejo, Off Adeola Odeku, Victoria Island, Lagos (By Eko Gym) 7pm-Mid night.

'There's no pressure on me to marry' - Pawpaw insists

"I have heard the false and laughable rumours that there's heavy pressure on me to marry. There's no iota of truth in that in that rumour or report.  There's no pressure on me to settle down from any quarter, not even my parents or loved ones. At the appropriate time, I will marry like my brother and friend, Aki did. But what I don't like and will not accept is the rumour circulating that I'm under pressure to find a wife and settle down within the next couple of months. It's pure lies and fabrication from some unserious and jobless people. Yes, there is someone in my life right now, but I can't tell you the exact date we are getting married. It could be next year or the year after. Right now, we are happy being together." Osita Iheme responded when asked by EE if there was pressure on him to marry after his best bud got married a few weeks back.

Islamic School bombed in Sapele, Delta State

An Islamic school situated along the Urhobo Rd, in Sapele, Delta State was reportedly bombed yesterday evening by unknown persons. Unconfirmed reports say over four people were injured in the attack.

Meanwhile the National Security Adviser to the President, Gen Azazi has said that the Federal Government is incapable of policing the entire country.

Dear LIB readers, please stand up and give Gen Azazi a standing ovation. Amazing people!

Win 10 Tickets to the Nigerian Idol live Auditions this Friday

This Friday, the battle is on Nigerian Idol as 30 of Nigeria’s most talented young musicians slug it out in front of a live studio audience for the chance to make it to the next stage as top 10 finalists.

Now the juice is that you have the chance to experience this battle of voices live at Nigeria’s biggest music reality show. All you need to do to win an invitation to the top 30 live show is to answer any of these questions and the first 5 correct answers will win the invitations.

1) Who was the First winner of Nigerian Idol?
2) What City was the First Nigerian Idol season 2 auditions?

DanceHall 101 presents: Da Bashment

Dancehall 101 presents ""Da Bashment" four generations of Naija dancehall music arts on one stage, 30th Dec at the Ember Creek. Blackky, Baba Dee, Gen Pype and Shank. The nite also features Dancehall revelation of the year. Its the  biggest dance hall music event in Nigeria. Be there!

Tuesday, 27 December 2011

Cecilia Ibru no Longer a Member of the Nigerian Banking Profession

The executives of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria met today and decided that the former CEO of Oceanic Bank is no longer worthy of being a member of the association. Her name has been removed from the register of the association. She now ceases to be a member of the Nigerian Banking Profession.

Too harsh or well deserved?

What kind of bikini is this?

Supermodel Kate Moss posing for the annual Pirelli calendar in this barely-there bikini. Strange bikini..:-)

Man Hangs Self on Christmas Day

A volunteer bringing down the corpse of the alleged suicide victim
An unidentified middle-aged man was on Christmas day found hanging from a tree in an apparent suicide at Leventis Bus stop, at Marina.

No one knew who the man was or where he came from as there was no ID on him after a search was conducted on his body. The police eventually came and took away his corpse.

Julius Agwu Covers Vanguard Alllure - Christmas Edition

 Nice!

Calabar Smirnoff Midnight Circus Highlights

  
 
·       22nd Dec marked another epic night for the Smirnoff Midnight Circus as Calabar's nightlife was re-defined forever. Guests at the Calabar Smirnoff Midnight Circus thoroughly enjoyed themselves as they were entertained and affirmed the uniqueness of the party in Calabar.  Check out some of the pictures from the Calabar Smirnoff Midnight Circus after the cut...

Nigerian pilgrims detained in Jerusalem


Seven Nigerian pilgrims to Jerusalem, including two priests and a woman, have alleged poor treatment in the hands of Israeli security operatives, saying they were unjustly detained in prison for about 11 hours without committing any offence.

The pilgrims said they arrived Tel Av-iv Airport on December 15, from Rome where they were arrested and put into a Black Maria on the pretext that they entered Israel illegally.

Hush Party: Flytime, Trace Urban & Silverbird Bring thr Exclusive Party of the Year

On Thursday December 29, the biggest players in Nigerian music and entertainment unite to throw the biggest “Thank you” party of the year. This year, Flytime Production teams up with TRACE Urban TV, 1Music and Silverbird entertainment to say a big ’Thank you’ to the industry, artists, record labels, brand managers, advertisers, Nollywood and everyone that has  been part of the entertainment industry this year.

The party which is an ‘Invite Only’ complimentary drinks, all night affair is sponsored by Jameson Whiskey. However, a few lucky people can win tickets by visiting the HushNigeria2011 page on Facebook.

Ladi Akindele spends Xmas in Ikoyi Prisons. To stay there till Jan 25

 
Lagos 'Big Boy' and front-man of Chrome Night Club, Ladi Akindele, spent Christmas in Kirikiri Prisons and will be there till January 25th, 2012.

Ladi was ordered detained by the IG of police for failing to honour the Dec 14th invitation by the police over the assault and issuance of dud cheques case against him. He was charged to court on December 22 and the court ordered he be remanded in prison until his next court appearance which will be Jan 25th, 2012.

Ladi was arrested for giving 5 dud cheques to his business partner, Charles Ahize, on November 11th 2011. According to the case before the courts, Ladi was supposed to be paying Charles Ahize N5m a month for the Chrome Night Club space, which belongs to the latter, but refused to pay and when he did, the cheques were not honored by the banks, which is a crime in Nigeria.

Fresh-faced Oluchi

Left is what the supermodel looks like without make-up and weaves. Looking like a 21 yr old...:-). Right is her all made up. Nice!

President Jonathan nominated for person of the year? Wow!

YNaija is asking who should be Person of the Year 2011...and they nominated - Rotimi Amaechi, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, Aliko Dangote and Goodluck Jonathan.

Is Jonathan's name there supposed to be a joke? *No words*

Go to their SITE to read the full article...

Alex O replies former wife - "I divorced you"


"I don't have two wives. I am divorced. Oby Gold Okoroigwe is the only wife I have. I only have eyes for her" - The 90's singer replied when asked about his marital status

Monday, 26 December 2011

Gone too soon: Gafar Syntillate, CEO of iREP Tee dies in car accident

The young and creative designer behind the iREP Tees died early boxing day morning after a car accident at Elegushi Beach. Below is how a friend described what happened, plus scene of accident.

Heard police held onto his body for bit but released it to his family this evening. RIP Seun 'Syntillate' Gafar. So young, so talented. Sad!

Matthew McConaughey set to wed baby mama, Camila Alves

 
Hollywood actor Matthew McCounaughey yesterday December 25th proposed to his longtime girlfriend and mother of his two children, Brazilian model, Camila Alves. He posted that pic yesterday and tweeted that just a few minutes ago. Congrats to them.

What's happening to his career BTW? Haven't seen him in a movie in a while.

Angry Nigerian Children Write Jonathan Over Christmas Day Blasts

Written by Association of Conscious Nigerian Children (ACNC)
Dear Mr. President: We should say Merry Christmas but we are not your government, we are not in the business of deception. After almost ten hours of gathering your thoughts to speak on the bomb blasts that rocked the nation yesterday, you still fell short of your own very low standards. 
What did you intend to say when you said Bomb Blasts are a burden we must live with? Why do you bother to budget over a trillion for security if we must live with the burden of insecurity? How come you are still a president? We do not blame you, we blame our older ones who were stupid enough to think that where you come from and your religion was all you needed to be a competent president.
Continue reading...incredible stuff

Nigerian Idol Chronicles: Day six and seven

Day Six: Welcome to Boot Camp!
The sixth episode of Nigerian Idol saw hopefuls converge at the Dream Studios in Lagos. This is the real deal as it was time to go hard or go home. I dare say that if the regional auditions created local champions, it was time for the contestants to prove that they could be international superstars. 

With boarding arrangements sorted out, the hopefuls attended to the business of the day….Singing! First up for our hopefuls was meeting David Ige the Vocal Coach. After a session with David, Dream Studio day one began. Host Ill Rhymz explained how this phase of the competition would pan out. Nicknamed sudden death, contestants would face the judges in batches of ten. They’ll perform and be graded individually. 

65 People, Places, Events And Things To Watch Out For In 2012

The Thenetng.com just released their 65 people, places, events and things to watch out for in 2012 and I was included in the list. Here's what they wrote about me...
Ms Ikeji has, surprisingly, become Nigeria’s most famous, most notorious and most powerful blogger. Her blog’s (www.lindaikeji.blogspot.com) Alexa ratings growing so rapidly it’s unbelievable; And her posts whether personal, controversial or just plain humor have become huge with readers home and abroad. Linda blogged her way to fame and considerable fortune in 2011. Will she finally turn her hobby into a structured business in 2012?
Most powerful? I like *nods head in approval*. Most notorious? Common naw TheNet, wetin cause this kind description eh? How am I notorious? Lol. Go to their SITE to see the full list.

Bomb blast: A burden we must live with – President Jonathan

"The issue of bombing is one of the burdens we must live with until it fizzles out." - Goodluck Jonathan.

The President said this yesterday Sunday Dec 25th when he received a delegation of the Christian Community in FCT led by FCT Minister Bala Mohammed after the BOMBING of a Catholic Church in Suleja.

Ramsey Noah and Matilda Obaseki Cover Complete Fashion

 
Ramsey looking yummy; Matilda looking fierce. Nice!

Photos of the day

Arnold Schwarzenegger and Solange Knowles posing with our stars...:-)

Comedian AY Gets N60 million Endorsement Deal

 
Multiple award winning comedian, AY, has been unveiled as the brand ambassador of Haven Homes. The unveiling held during the recent Haven Homes Expo at the Oriental Hotel in Lagos.

The ambassadorial contract will see the hardworking comedian, who recently completed his 2011 comedic tour, gracing the various publicity campaigns of the Haven Homes brand within the next year including billboards, televisions, commercials and other press ads.

And I hear the endorsement deal is a whopping 60million naira. Someone should use me as an ambassador too nau. Not companies that will be dashing you weaves and shoes, I'm talking about better money...lol. Congrats AY.

Shooting Paintball Guns for Christmas - an Adventure into Military Fantasy

 
We scoured the length and breadth of Lagos in search of something different to do during the holidays, and for a while we thought we were going to settle for the usual – window-shopping at the mall, movies at the cinemas, clubbing, fashion shows, sponsored parties, comedy shows, music concerts – you know the drill, the same familiar cycle repeated over and over again. But then, on Thursday, we received a curious invitation to the Xtreme Sports Media Experience – with no clue what to expect, we headed down to the Oniru – Landmark Village axis of Victoria Island in search of the Paintball Arena – the venue of this so-called experience. 

Change A Life Partners with TuFace to Bring Festive Cheer to Indigent Children this Holiday Season

To commemorate the 10th year anniversary of its inception in 2002, the Change-A-Life Foundation has teamed up with award winning recording artist Tuface “2baba” Idibia to help put smiles on the faces of several less privileged children from around the country.

It was a dream come true for these children, who got the unique opportunity to record in studio with Tuface for Change-A-Life’s annual January 1st show. More than happy to give back, Tuface thrilled the CAL kids as they recorded a remix of his song“Thank You Lord” off his debut album Face to Face.

Singer AfroCandy Releases New Single

 
Afrocandy, real name - Judith Opara Mazagwu, just released the art work for her new single, titled - Voodoo-Juju Woman. I see she was inspired by Lil Kim..:-). Go HERE to listen to the song.

LIB commenters, remember it's Christmas...:-)

Sunday, 25 December 2011

Christmas Day Bomb Blast at Catholic Church in Niger State

 
Wasn't going to blog today because it's Christmas and we all should be with family and friends having fun and enjoying the day, but the most unfortunate thing occurred this morning.

More than 20 church goers lost their lives this morning as two bombs exploded during Christmas church service at St Theresa Catholic church in Madalla, Suleja, Niger state.

A car rigged with bomb was parked at the premises of the church, which exploded around 8: 30 AM as church members left the church premises after the Christmas day mass. The second blast occurred when a suicide bomber drove a BMW car into the church premises. Apart from those killed in the attack, several others have been taken to the hospital for life threatening injuries. Many cars were also destroyed in the attack.

Continue to see more photos of the bomb blast...viewers discretion advised please...

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