Davido & Mafikizolo – TCHELETE (Good Life)

 The big one between Davido and Mafikizolo is finally out! A week ago, we brought you guys a video teaser of “TCHELETE (Good Life)”. Now you can listen to the song in its entirety, and watch the video by following the instructions in the clip below (Nigeria Only).
      
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New Video: Darey Art-Alade premiered-Special Fever

                                       
Darey Art-Alade has premiered the video of Special Fever.
And this one was definitely anticipated as it stars leading Nollywood actress Rita Dominic.
The beach themed video is directed by Clarence Peters and also features cameo appearances by DJ Sose, Muna, Mo Eazy, Zaina, Lamboginny and JJC.

Enjoy!

When a Sharp Guy Meets a Bad Guy! Watch Episode 2 of “Yawa”

                        
Hilarious. If you thought episode 1 of Yawa was funny, wait till you check out episode 2.
Kalistus‘ struggle sadly still continues. In episode 2, the unemployed young man devises another way of getting money from people.
The series is written, produced and directed by Kassim Braimah. Sifon Okoi plays the lead character.
Enjoy!

Prolific Nollywood Director, Amaka Igwe Passes On At 51

Foremost producer, writer, director and a leading player in the Nigerian motion picture industry, Amak Igwe has passed on. She died last night April 28th in Enugu after an asthma attack. May her soul rest in peace...
                        
The veteran Nigerian filmmaker, Amaka Igwe is dead. The respected woman was pronounced dead in the early hours of Tuesday, April 29, 2014.
From information gathered by us, Amaka Igwe breathed her last after battling with Asthma attack.
She produced the popular comedy series, ‘Fuji House of Commotion’ and ‘Checkmate’.
Amaka Igwe is survived by her husband, Charles Igwe and children.

Peter Okoye of P'Square joins the league of celebrities with Bently, posting pictures on his instagram page.

Sean Tizzle signs N20m endorsement deal with MTN

                               
Two weeks ago, Sean Tizzle visited MTN offices where he met with the company’s Chief Marketing Officer Larry Annetts
MTN Nigeria has added Pop singer and man of the moment Sean Tizzle to team Yello!

Source gathers that the Telecoms company and the pop star’s management have been in talks for a while and with Sean Tizzle’s impressive run in the last 12 months, MTN decided to add him to the list of Nigerian artistes on their roaster.

‘The deal is signed and sealed. They like Sean because he’s hot and believe they can make money with his music‘, an insider at Sean Tizzle’s camp says.The deal is said to be worth about N20m.

MTN will be announcing their new set of ambassadors on Tuesday, April 30, 2014. They include Banky W, Dr SID, Sound Sultan and Harrysong.

Women to stage one million women march for release of Chibok school girls

                                    
Women all over the country will on Wednesday staged a one million women march in Abuja to press for the release of secondary school girls kidnapped in Chibok town by suspected insurgents two weeks ago.
Prof. Hauwa Abdu Biu disclosed this yesterday during an emergency meeting convened by the first lady of Borno, Hajiya Nana Kashim Shettima on the way forward for the release of the school girls.
She had last week spoke on behalf of coalitions of Borno women in which they call for the release of the school girls and offer to go to the Sambisa Forest in search of the school girls.
Prof Biu informed the meeting that the one million march which was tagged “Free our girls” will involve women all over the country and called for the mobilization of Borno women to Abuja for the rally.
“The last time, we were in black but this time around the colour for the Abuja rally is red, so we should all be prepared and mobilized ourselves for the rally” she added.
Early the first lady, Hajia Nana while addressing the meeting called on the wives of the service chiefs both in the state and at the federal to assist in mounting pressures on their husbands to intensify efforts towards rescuing the abducted school girls.
“I want to seek this opportunity to appeal to women of security chiefs at the national and state level to run and mount pressures on your spouse’s to intensify effort to rescue our dear children however I feel it is necessary to call on all women in Borno to come up with their resolutions and harmonize them” she said
“Let us all put our differences aside irrespective of our faith, ethnic, let us all join hand together to rescue these girls, I know that we can do it, Almighty Allah is with us, he knows our intention” Hajia Nana said amidst sob”
“I am sure for now we are not on our own, I am happy to informed you that the wife of the president call me two days ago, I believe that she is also with us, let us all join hand together irrespective of political affiliations” she also said.
Most of the women who spoke at the meeting call on the Federal Government and the Security agencies to intensify efforts towards rescuing the kidnapped school girls.
They also called for prayers and fasting in Mosques and Churches so that God can torch the heart of the insurgents to release the girls and they agreed to mobilized themselves to Abuja for the rally.
Barrister Aisha Wakil who has been in the forefront of calling on the insurgents to lay down their arms and embrace dialogue cautioned against the use of force in rescuing the girls.
The meeting had in attendance wives of service chiefs in the state, nongovernmental organizations, women professional bodies, representatives of Federation of Muslims Women Associations (FOMWAN), Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) among others

Nigerian men equate money with romance —Toke Makinwa

                                 

Radio and TV personality, Toke Makinwa is gradually making wave in the Nigerian entertainment industry. She is one woman who has her hands in different pies. She  left the banking industry to follow her passion in the entertainment industry. To her, she has never had any reason to regret her action and from all indications, Toke’s beauty, poise and passion for her job have brought her fame in the last few years. She shares her experience with SEGUN ADEBAYO in this interview.

For somebody who had built a career and name for herself on radio, how easy was it for you when you started appearing on TV?
People always say that radio presenters make better Television  presenters and I agree.  There are so many examples. People like Ryan Seacrest, Oprah Winfrey, Wendy Williams and the likes all started with radio. This is not to say that TV presenters are not good at what they do, but being on radio before going on TV makes you more confident as you are familiar with entertaining people and interviewing stars without the camera present. Your level of confidence grows from the mistakes and blunders you’ve made and you already have a following.

Watching you on TV, one could not have believed that you started with radio. Could you tell me about that thing in you that gives your audience something fresh, new and thrilling?
I think that has to be the gift of gab. I have always been described as the ‘life of a party.” There is never a dull moment with me. It is such a blessing because I don’t even consider myself as funny but God has been really good to me. I am completely grateful for God’s grace.

You are gradually stepping up the ladder of fame, does your steady rise to stardom surprise you and what would you attribute your staying power secret to?
 I will attribute it all to God. My career has grown immensely before my eyes and everything has somehow worked out in my favour and I know without a doubt in my heart that this can only be God and I take nothing for granted. I work as hard as I do because I know how much I want to be successful.

Your journey into entertainment must have come with its good and bad sides. Handling the transition from Toke the radio girl to Toke the Tv personality, would you say it has been easy?
It has been on a steady rise and I think It happened and is still happening every day. I won’t say it has been hard or it has always been easy, I would say because I love what I do, what seems like a challenge is met with enthusiasm from me. They always say “when you want something to work, you apply yourself, you don’t take no for an answer and you keep on knocking that door till it gives.”

People hardly recognise you as a radio person, now that they know what you look like, does it come with added pressure since you have to appear new and carry yourself well?
No, I don’t feel any pressure. I go to work on the radio pretty early, sometimes I am in my track downs and a Tee Shirt because it is quite early.

When I am on Television, I am almost always glammed up. They both have different roles and I play it to the best of my knowledge. The experience has been exciting.

Now let’s discuss your career. What led you into this? I learnt you worked in the banking sector when you graduated from the University of Lagos...
I worked in the banking sector for about two years. Prior to my radio job, I had always wanted to do what I’m doing now, but I guess the timing wasn’t right. I auditioned to work for MTV in the Uk, but I didn’t get the job. I came back and went through series of auditions in Nigeria, I had so many doors slammed in my face and just when I was about to throw in the towel, I went home one night and my sister told me that she heard Silverbird was hiring, I did the voice job for them and I got the job. It was one of the happiest days of my life and the journey hasn’t been easy, but I thank God I didn’t give up. Sometimes I look back, I wonder if MTV had hired me, I wouldn’t be where I am today, so I’m thankful for my job.

Can you conveniently say you had seen all these coming your way back then and did you actually plan for what your life has turned out to be today?
I never planned for these. As I said earlier, the journey wasn’t easy, I  have always wanted to do what I am presently doing now, but I never imagined that things would happen this way.

PREMIERE: Olamide – DANSAKI (Prod. 2Kriss)

                        
There are some songs you listen to and you instantly know it will be a fan favourite. This brand new song “DANSAKI” by YBNL General Olamide is one of those elite few.

From the start, DANSAKI gets you moving calmly. Then the sweet melody kicks in and you find yourself loving it more and more with each passing second. Ultimately, you’re bound to keep this song on repeat. Doubt me? push that Play/Download button below and find out.
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Auditions hold for Next Tinsel Star

                       
AfricaMagic, is throwing its doors open as it auditions for Africa’s next brightest TV and Film stars!
As part of its contribution to the development of local productions of film and TV initiatives in Nigeria, AfricaMagic is once again calling on aspiring actors and actresses in the country to audition for various roles in the popular multi-camera soap opera, Tinsel and its first ever film feature initiative, AfricaMagic Original Films.
The auditions are scheduled to hold simultaneously on Thursday 1st and Friday 2nd May 2014, from 7am to 5pm at different locations across the country and neighboring country, Ghana. Venues include; Lagos – Protea Hotel Leadway (Beside Mobil Filling Station), 1 Mogambo Close, Maryland Estate, Ikeja. The SS Lounge, 7 Sapara Williams Close, Off Idowu Martins Street, Victoria Island. Other Venues include; Ibadan, Theatre Arts Department Hall, University of Ibadan and Ghana.
The audition seeks to provide the opportunity for talented Nigerians to live their dreams of starring in the popular soap opera or in an AfricaMagic produced movie, launch their acting careers to a continental audience and is open to male, female; young and old. To audition, interested persons are required to come along with; three (3) copies of an individual five-by-seven (5×7) coloured, non-photo shopped studio-shot portrait photograph.
Since its debut to a continental audience in 2008, Tinsel, a thirty minutes series, has gone on to win the hearts of hundreds of DStv viewers both in the country and on the continent, becoming a daily show with a widely watched omnibus on Sundays on AfricaMagic Entertainment, Channel 151. Currently in its sixth season, Tinsel has become a must watch for millions of DStv audiences on the African continent; a development that prompted the AfricaMagic brand to air previous seasons of the show on some of the other AfricaMagic channels and Silverbird TV to the delight of many television viewers. Tinsel is shot on location in Nigeria and is part of AfricaMagic’s local investment drive dedicated to developing the television industry in the Africa.
In the wake of AfricaMagic’s many successes and its continued efforts in building and supporting the thriving African film industry, AfricaMagic in September 2013 launched its ever feature films platform, AfricaMagic Original Films which debuted on AfricaMagic Entertainment, Channel 151. With a fast growing film library, AfricaMagic Original Films has produced over 60 movies in the first phase of this film initiative and on its way to the second, prompting these auditions, to seek potential film stars and give opportunities to a wide range of film enthusiasts.
Speaking on the plan to launch widely spread auditions for two of the brand’s biggest initiatives, the Regional Director, Wangi Mba-Uzoukwu said “AfricaMagic is always excited at being a part of the fast growing African film and television industry, we are equally excited at the opportunity to create pure African content, but more importantly, we have the chance to continue to tell the African story on a continent wide platform” adding that “this is a wonderful opportunity for anyone who truly believes he or she has what it takes to be a TV or film star and what better platform to launch an acting career, if not on the continent’s largest content provider and we are hopeful of a huge turnout at the auditions.”
Tinsel and AfricaMagic Original Films is produced out of Nigeria and a testament to AfricaMagic’s commitment to the development of local content and support for skills development in Africa.
Venues for the open audition are confirmed by AfricaMagic Production.

I am tired of having children —2Face Idibia

                            
2face Idibia may have disappointed his female fans with his latest declaration that he was tired of having babies and that he wants to concentrate on his marriage to Annie. 2face said it was time for him to give more time to his wife and ensure that the family gets the best of his attention as they continue to grow together.

2face who was the star of the night at Gbenga Adeyinka’s Laffmatazz in Ibadan last week Sunday appears to have turned a new leaf judging by his utterances during his performance that kept the entire crowd inside the Kakanfo Inn dancing and yelling for more. Many top musicians and comedians had performed that night before 2face and 9ice took the people to another level entirely with their popular track, ‘Street Credibility’.

Shortly after his duet performance that night, 9ice left the stage for 2face to take over, and the African Queen crooner did not disappoint his fans who had waited patiently for their man to perform.

2face took the excited crowd to a new level with his hit tracks, such as nfana ibaga, Street Credibilty, Implication and many more.

But what some people have been saying after the show was 2face’s frequent usage of spiritual words like“receive it” and “take it” while his performance lasted. A development which suggested that he may have forsaken his old ways.  It was said to be an indication that his wife Annie is working hard to change his husband to the man she wants.

When 2face was asked if the words he was saying on the stage ironically means that he was planning to have more children, he was quick to deny the insinuation with a strong warning that he was done as far as having babies is concerned. “I am tired of having babies. At this point in my life, I want show my family all the love and support they deserve. I love my wife and there is not going to be anything like have babies outside wedlock.

All I need to do now is to show love to my family and friends who stood by me over the years”, he said.

Meanwhile, award-winning 2face Idibia is poised to rock the stage for one night whilst promoting his 6th studio album entitled “The Ascension” along side a host of artistes across the world at Kentish Town Forum come May 3.

According to the host, Abrantee (CapitalXtra) other legendary to perform along side with 2face includes: Sultan, Dammy Krane, UK’s Afrobeats Queen May7ven, Moelogo, Vibe Squad, Rock Steady, Zafi B, Ada Snoop, Chaynelle and Quidfyne.

The much-anticipated event is set to mark the return of the Africa Queen crooner greatest, just as 2Face is currently accredited with over 100 guest appearances and collaborations with top gun artistes including: T.Pain, Bridget Kelly, R.Kelly, Kelly Rowland, Chingy, Beenie Man, Fally pupa, Mary J Blige, Sway, 9ice, Naeto C, Wycliff Jean, Sarkodi, Reggie Rockstone among others.

The event which was organised by ABM Entertainment, Hypertek Digital and Now Muzik is set to lubricate exciting harmony among artistes and promote Nigerian entertainment industry.

FG uncovers how Sanusi allegedly spent N1.3bn on charter planes in 2013

                             
Fresh trouble appears to be brewing for the suspended Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria(CBN), Mallam Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, as the Federal Government has discovered how he spent the sum of N1.3 billion for personal aircraft charter in 2013 alone.

Indeed, investigations revealed that the budget for the CBN governor’s aircraft charter was adjusted twice in the year with a proviso for further expenses which are being investigated.

Documents already in the possession of government investigators confirmed that while the sum of N800 million was initially approved  in the CBN Governor’s Department Travels vote head for 2013, it was adjusted with additional N400 million in August and another N74 million in December of that year.

While the aircraft charter bill at a stage stood at N1.2 billion, further adjustment was said to have been made to take the bill to N1.344 billion.

 A memo dated November 27, 2013, which originated from the Director, Governor’s Department of the CBN, had indicated  that a single aircraft charter was to cost the CBN governor the sum of $25, 500.

The memo indicated that the CBN governor was to attend an urgent meeting with the president in Abuja on November 28, 2013 and that the sum would defray the cost of aircraft charter for that trip.

Also on December 27, 2013, the Management of CBN approved the sum of N74,768,479.05 (seventy four million, seven hundred and sixty eight thousand, four hundred and seventy nine naira and five kobo only) as additional payment for outstanding aircraft charter bills for the year 2013.

It was confirmed that the aircraft charter charges were different from the general costs incurred by the CBN on movement of cash by aircraft from one section of the country to the other.

A source stated that the CBN governor’s department deal mainly with issues that affect the CBN governor directly.

 It was also confirmed that the CBN had estimated a monthly budget of N95 million for aircraft charter for the governor in 2013, based on past trends.

A memo from the Director, Governor’s Department dated December 24, 2013 explains the bills on chartered aircraft.

The memo, addressed to Deputy Governor (CS),with the subject “request for payment of outstanding bills: Chartered aircraft-N74,768,479.05 from General Provisions Account,” explained that while the Bank had estimated that the CBN governor would spend N95 million monthly on aircraft charter, the trend towards the end of 2013 changed as a result of frequent local and international trips by the governor.

I get jealous of Yemi Sax’s female fans — Wife

The Adeosuns

Popular saxophonist, Adeyemi Adeosun, also known as Yemi Sax, is married to Sholatayo. They talk about marriage

How did you meet?

Yemi: I think meeting each other was destined by God. She gave a stranded friend of mine a lift to my house and I was moved by her generosity. I collected her phone number to show some further appreciation and we became friends over the phone.

How did the relationship develop?

Yemi: We were friends on Blackberry messanger for a while but the relationship developed weeks after we met physically. We were friends for about two years before we started dating and we dated for another 11 months.

Did you prove difficult?

Sholatayo: Definitely, I proved difficult a little. Initially, I was not interested in him even when he pulled all his stunts. I still remained very cautious and insisted we should be friends.

What was the initial attraction?

Sholatayo: The first attraction was his first sentence; he said I would be the mother of his children. It is one of those sweet words men use to deceive women but I found it very funny.

Yemi: I think she got my attention through her care and generous attitude. When we became friends, I saw a lot of potential in her. She is very courageous and has the ability to execute things. Her level of intelligence and brilliance is out of this world. She is such a fantastic, young and pretty lady.

Were you dating anyone before you met each other?

Yemi: No, I was not.

Sholatayo: I was not in any relationship before I met him.

Were there oppositions from both families?

Yemi: No, there were none. It was a smooth ride all through.

How did he propose to you?

Sholatayo:  That was the greatest surprise of my life. He took me out for a cake and ice cream hang-out which he had initially planned with his friends, my friends and few family members. While I was taking the ice cream, some of his friends including Skukii, Lamboginny, among others, walked in. At that point, I could not picture what was going on but by the time more people came in, I was of the opinion that something unusual was going on. When I eventually turned to him to ask what was going on, my Ade (that’s what I call him) was already on his knees and there arose noise from all angles of the bar, which is situated in Lekki, Lagos.  Then, he proposed to me.

How did you adjust to married life?

Yemi: We adjusted very well. The adjustment was so easy because we had been good friends before we got married and we still see each other as boyfriend and girlfriend even after marriage.

How do you cope with being married to someone in the limelight?

Sholatayo: Limelight has nothing to do with your inner self; if you are a good person, you are a good person. Moreover, understanding is the key to a successful living. So far, there have been no challenges because we understand each other perfectly well. I understood him and the nature of his job even before we got married.

How would you describe each other?

Sholatayo: In one word, I think he is mind-blowing, but in many words, I would say my husband is a sweet, loving, caring, humble, respectful, playful and prayerful young man. He is also talented, creative, entertaining, innovative and aspiring. To crown it all, he is an adorable man, a great husband, and a loving father. I am blessed to have him.

Yemi: My wife is the most understanding, intelligent, beautiful, fun-to-be-with, lovable, and adorable woman in the world. She is the best I could ever have.

How would you describe the experience of being married to each other?

Yemi: It has been wonderful, and it is fun every day; especially with the handsome boy we have now. We decided to name him Ademide Gold Adeosun. We just call it blissful.

How do you spend time together as a couple?

Sholatayo: We go to the movies together; we have dinner dates and play games. We have uncountable sweet kisses and we make sweet love as well.

What common hobbies do you share?

Yemi: Dancing. We both love to dance.

What often causes quarrels?

Sholatayo: Sincerely, there is nothing like quarrels for now and I don’t think there will be any by the special grace of God.  Although we have little misunderstandings which we cannot avoid, these are always instantly sorted out. We are not perfect but it has been God’s exceeding grace that we have enjoyed and that we will always enjoy.

How do you settle your differences?

Sholatayo: Whenever we have any minor misunderstanding, we both say sorry and quickly correct things.

Do you get jealous when his female fans make passes at him?

We are all human. Which lady would not get jealous when the opposite sex makes advances at her husband? But I trust my man.

What do you like to change about each other?

Both: We believe God made us for each other. There is nothing to change at all.

How do you run the upkeep of the home?

Sholatayo: God runs the upkeep of our home. Everything has been God’s doing from the beginning. However, we both know how to deal with finance. We do not spend extravagantly.

What pet names do you call each other?

Sholatayo: I call him Babe.

Yemi: I call her Love.

The Punch.

Boko Haram moves school girls to different camps

                                
The Islamist sect, Boko Haram, may have moved the over 100 students of the Government Girls Secondary School, Chibok, Borno State, it abducted two weeks ago into several of its camps as part of the strategy to use them as human shield, according to indications last night.
The girls are believed to have been originally taken into the sect’s fortress in Sambisa forest but following the directive to the military high command on Thursday by the National Security Council to rescue the hostages, it was gathered yesterday that Boko Haram leaders had split the girls into groups and moved them into different camps.
The Defence Headquarters is not relenting in its own efforts and has put in place a Frontline Operation Base for the assignment.
Sources also said yesterday that security agencies have quizzed the Principal of the school and a security guard who survived the terror attack, on how the incident occurred.
The agencies are vetting the school’s roll with a view to ascertaining the actual number of those abducted.
Some parents said recently that up to 234 were taken away by the gunmen.
Former governor of the state, Senator Modu Ali Sheriff has condemned the insurgents for holding the girls hostage.
Investigation by our correspondent revealed the Frontline Operation Base will be used for the tactical engagement to rescue the school girls.
A top source said: “The troops are already in the Frontline Operation Base but they are doing necessary reconnaissance. There is assurance that the girls will be rescued with minimal casualties. A team from the Defence Headquarters spent three days at the base during the week.
“Even the sect was aware that the troops were closing in on them, through the base, to liberate the girls. In fact, the sect made spirited efforts to abort the mission of the troops.
“The killing of 40 insurgents during an encounter with soldiers in Bulanbuli was part of the botched attempts by Boko Haram to attack the Frontline Operation Base.
“We will ensure that we embarked on constructive engagement to set free these girls.”
Another reliable source said the troops have not attacked the suspected location where the school girls are kept because of fresh intelligence report that the sect might have split the hostages into different camps.
The source added: “We are trying to verify this intelligence report that the insurgents have redistributed the girls into camps to use them as shield.
“Whatever the case, we are monitoring their movement . Wherever the girls are, we will do our best to rescue them alive.”
On the verification of the school population, a different source said: “Security agencies have actually quizzed the Principal of the school and a guard on what transpired when the sect invaded the school.
“These agencies are looking into the real school roll as at the time of the incident. This exercise will include seeking answers from the Principal as follows: What was the total roll of the school? How many were in final year? How many of the girls have concluded examinations when the incident happened? Did any of the girls leave school after writing examinations?
“Security agencies may also interact with the cooks to know how many plates of food were served that night. They expect class masters and dormitory masters to assist too.
“One bend these agencies are looking into is the high probability that those in the school were not up to 234 girls as at the time the abduction took place.
“These agencies are seeking the dossiers of the 234 students to locate their parents or guardians one by one to confirm if their daughters were among those abducted or not. Fortunately, most of the girls are from Chibok.
“The security agencies are suspecting that some of the girls might have returned to their parents but they do not want to come out to admit because Boko Haram might go after them. Some of those who abducted the girls were said to be locals who are members of the sect.
“Whatever the case, if Boko Haram is holding one girl or 100 girls or 234 girls, the military is determined to liberate them from captivity.”
Meanwhile, a former Governor of Borno State, Senator Modu Ali Sheriff yesterday asked the nation to rise against what he termed as “madness” by the insurgents.
In a statement which he personally signed, Sheriff accused Boko Haram of trying to destabilize the country.
Nigeria, he said “must rise up against this sheer madness and affront.”
He added: “It is the height of insensitivity for innocent school girls to be taken out of their learning environment and be subjected to the criminal livelihood of these insurgents.
“As former governor of Borno State, I am saddened that our people are being subjected to horrific experiences occasioned by the condemnable activities of the Boko Haram, which agenda is to destabilize the country and subject Nigerians to undeserved conditions.
“I am confident that Government all levels are doing everything possible to get the roots of the matter and bring this madness to an end, but suffice it to say at this juncture that all Nigerians must rise up in unison to condemn these people and offer useful information on how they can be contained.
“My heart goes out to my people every time one life is lost, or any citizen subjected to unbecoming experiences, and I have always condemned such acts in my heart. We must intensify prayers and rededicate ourselves in these trying times, so that Nigeria can progress.”
The Nation.

New Video: L.A.X. Feat. Wizkid – Ginger

      
      
L.A.X. is a rising artiste signed under Wizkid’s StarBoy Entertainment. The video for his single “Ginger” has officially premiered.

It was directed by Moe Musa.
Check it out!

“Shuga 2” actor Emmanuel Ikubese wins Mr Nigeria 2014

                              
He was the favourite choice by BN readers and now your prediction has come true! “Shuga” actor Emmanuel Ikubese who played the role of Femi on the popular youth-focused TV series has won the Mr Nigeria title for 2014.Pictures from the event soon

Photos from Tiwa and Teebillz Dubai wedding

                            
See Pix from Tiwa and Teebillz Dubai wedding.Congrats to the couple. Official wedding pics will come later.
                             

                         
                                  
                                  
                                  
                                  
                                  
                                    
                                
                                
                                
                                 
                               
                                    
                               

Video Alert: Mo'Eazy-Ragabomi Official Video

Prolific Artist and Soul Muzik signee, Mo Eazy premiered a new single titled "Ragabomi" last week and follows it up this week with a brand new video. It looks like Mo Eazy is set to take the music industry by storm and "Ragabomi" is just the beginning...

P-Square brothers reconcile, tweet solidarity message

                                       



They tweeted solidarity messages at the same time. I'm a fan so this is really good news. Family is really everything. Guess all your prayers have been answered...:-). Long live P-Square!

P-SQUARE: Peter gives condition for peace

Nearly one week after Jude Okoye, elder brother to singing duo Paul and Peter Okoye (P-Square) posted on twitter that he was ‘done’, the stand-off in the Okoye family is far from abating with insiders telling Vanguard that Peter had refused to be appeased despite interventions from close friends.
Peter reportedly gave condition for peace, saying his wife, Lola, must be accepted and respected by the family or risk total isolation from him.
Several sources contacted by Vanguard confirmed that this was his only condition for peace.
One insider said: “Peter is tired of the long years he has had to plead with his family to accept the woman he has decided to spend the rest of his life with.
“He wants Lola to be welcomed in the family just as Anita (Paul’s wife) has been accepted irrespective of her tribe or age. This is his condition.”
Although the twins had fought at their dance rehearsal earlier in the month, Vanguard learnt this was not what had ultimately prompted Peter to severe his relationship with P-Square.
The source said Peter “has taken their attitude towards Lola even more to heart than what role he plays in P-Square, be it singing or dancing.
“He can no longer endure the ill-affection concerning his wife.”
Sources further said that the crisis had escalated after it was learnt that Peter had allegedly bought a house for Lola in the United States of America, USA.
Paul dilemna
Vanguard learnt that Peter’s twin, Paul is currently confused as he does not know who to support. Vanguard gathered that the twins had returned to talking terms, but that Paul is yet to show full support for Peter’s cause.
The source said: “The twins adore their mother and before she passed on, she had made it clear she was not in support of Peter and Lola’s union.
“Maybe that is why it is difficult for Paul. He does not want to be seen as being completely against the wish of their mother.”
Vanguard leant that he is the one making the most effort to bring an end to the crisis by appealing to Peter and the rest of the family.
Jude Okoye
Their elder brother, Jude Engees Okoye, has also refused to be placated.
According to the source, “there have been accusations and counter-accusations between Jude and Lola, each alleging that the other is rude and disrespectful.
“Jude holds on to this as his reason for not accepting Lola. But this is not the only reason.”
Peacemakers, who are industry friends and close business associates have however intensified efforts in resolving the crisis.
Hope
Also their social media pages show that they still identify with their pop brand name.
At press time, on Peter’s twitter wall, the pop star still goes with the handle @PeterPSquare, CEO P-Classic; Konvict Muzik/Square Records/Universal Music Group.
Paul Okoye also goes by his famous handle, @rudeboypsquare.
Jude Okoye, despite his “it over! I’m done!” tweet, his handle still goes by @judeengess, President/CEO Square Records, Northside Music Inc and Northside Entertainment Ltd. PSquare’s Manager/Producer/Director.
Sources, however, warn that the brand is still in dangerous territory, saying “anything can still happen tomorrow.
“You could wake up to hear the group has officially disintegrated or reconciled. We can only watch, wait and pray.”
Source: The Vanguard

Atlast Jude Okoye Proposes to Ify Umeokeke on his Birthday

        Congratulations to Jude Okoye of P'Square and Ify Umeokeke on their engagement.

The older brother of P-Square proposed to MBGN Tourism 2012 Ify Umeokeke today on his birthday Thursday 24th April 2014.

Cynthia Morgan, an artiste signed under Jude’s Northside Entertainment record label, shared a photo of the bride-to-be with her ring but didn’t reveal her face.

N4 Million, Human Parts & Ammunition Found with ‘Mad Man’ in Benin

                              
A man in Benin City, Edo State, who succeeded in fooling people into thinking he was mad, has turned out to be a ritual killer who specializes in selling human parts.

He was allegedly arrested around the Upper Sokponba road area of Benin with human parts, a gun, and N4 million cash.

The man, whose identity has not been revealed yet, had reportedly lived in a run down apartment for about two years, pretending to be a mad man.

‘Pa. Onaiwu,’ one of the landlords who resides in the area, told PM News that he noticed the supposed mad man used to act ‘funny’ especially at night.

“The last person that died around the area was a woman whose head, breasts and private part was cut off. Nobody will ever believe that the man is not a madman, the way he behaves, not knowing that he is responsible for all the killings in that area,” he said.

Edo State Police Commissioner, Foluso Adebanjo, says he is aware of this story, but is yet to confirm the incident.

Lupita Nyong’o named world’s most beautiful person

                                    
Kenyan Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o, 31, has been named the world’s most beautiful person for 2014 by People magazine.

She said she “never dreamed” she would be praised for her looks and find herself on the US weekly’s cover.

Nyong’o shot to fame in the film 12 Years a Slave, winning the Oscar for best supporting actress last month.

She subsequently won her first major endorsement when she became the new face of French cosmetics giant Lancome.

Nyong’o said it was “exciting and a major, major compliment” to be on the cover of People.

“I was happy for all the girls who would see me on it and feel a little more seen,” she is quoted by the magazine as saying.

She received an Academy Award this year in the category of Best Supporting Actress for her portrayal of Patsey in the Steve McQueen-directed film.

Chris Brown In Jail Until June As Judge Pushes Back Trial

                               
It looks like Chris Brown won’t be getting out of jail any time soon. After pushing the singer’s trial back to June 25, a judge has denied Chris’ request to be released from jail to await his trail from home.
Chris Brown is devastated after getting two pieces of very bad news on April 23. First, a judge pushed his Washington, D.C. assault trial — which had been scheduled to begin on April 21 and then rescheduled to start on April 23 — back to June. Then the judge dealt Chris another harsh blow by saying no to his latest bid for freedom.
Chris Brown’s Trial Pushed Back Again — Singer In Jail Until June
Chris just can’t catch a break these days! A source told HollywoodLife.com EXCLUSIVELY that jail had already “broken” the troubled 24-year-old R&B star so we can’t imagine what these unexpected next couple months behind bars will do to him.

Chris will have plenty more time to contemplate his past behavior — and his impending fate — now that his trail has been delayed for a second time. Hopefully the third time will be a charm for the singer, who has been behind bars ever since he got kicked out of rehab in March.

Chris Brown Breaks Down In Tears To Karrueche Tran Before Assault Trail
Jail is really doing a number on Chris — but it also seems to be helping him grow emotionally. Chris broke down in tears to his girlfriend Karrueche Tran for the first time ever, confessing that he’s terrified about the prospect of being sentenced to prison for four years.

“Kae couldn’t believe it because he’s rarely ever emotional with her,” a source connected to the couple EXCLUSIVELY revealed to HollywoodLife.com. “He told her he’s tired and that he couldn’t sleep and how he doesn’t know if he’ll be able to fall asleep because he’s nervous.”

Troops arrest 17 insurgents in Wukari, kill scores

Suspected terrorists arrested by security agents and weapons recovered from them in Wukari, Taraba State...on Wednesday

The men of the Nigerian Army have arrested 17 terrorists fighting in the guise of herdsmen in the outskirt of Wukari, Taraba State.

The Director of Defence Information, Maj.-Gen. Chris Olukolade, said in an electronic mail on Wednesday that some of the terrorists were shot to death during an attack on a military checkpoint at Gindin Dorowa, near Wukari.

He did not give the number of the dead.

He said that the insurgents were dressed in the same manner as the members of the Boko Haram sect operating in the North-East.

Olukolade also said that the military had intensified the search for the abducted students of the Government Girls Secondary School, Chibok.

The Defence spokesman said that one of the insurgents, who was captured, confessed that he had been fighting on the side of the group in Borno State until recently, when he was drafted to fight in the Wukari conflict ‘in furtherance of their mission.’

He said that several arms and ammunition were recovered from the suspected terrorists.

Olukolade said others members of the group, who were sighted during aerial surveillance operation, were trailed to their hideout where they engaged troops in a gun battle.

The spokesman also said that troops arrested some terrorists during a patrol at the Lake Chad islands.

He said that those arrested included a boat operator, who ferries insurgents across the Lake Chad, and a supplier of hard drugs to the insurgents in the area.

According to him, the security agencies had relaxed the curfew in Wukari with the restoration of normalcy to the area.

He stated also that troops were patrolling the area and carrying out a house-to-house search of the area in search of arms.

Davido celebrates Easter with Kids at Orphanage

            
In the spirit of the Easter season, music star Davido visited a motherless babies today in Lagos.

Davido played with the children who were HUGE fans of his music, and gifted them items.

On his Instagram page, he said “I love them”.
           

Teacher Rapes, Impregnates 12-year-old Pupil in Plateau

                                      
The police in Plateau State have arrested  a teacher with Bright Kids Academy, Barkin Ladi, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of the state, Chukwudi Boniface, for raping and impregnating a 12-year-old primary three pupil in the school.
It was gathered that the teacher had in December last year organised an extra-mural lesson, which was attended by only four pupils, including the victim.

Boniface, after giving them a class work, told the victim to wait for him in the next classroom with her book, where he met her and forcibly had carnal knowledge of her.

The pupil, while narrating her ordeal to reporters yesterday in Jos, said:  “My teacher called me to come close and held my hands and then he forced me down and removed my cloths and had sex with me.  I cried but nobody came to help me.  So after he finished, he warned me not to tell anybody and said if I did, he would deal with me severely.”

A source said the girl is an orphan and because the teacher  had warned her not to mention it to anyone, she kept it to herself “until a few months  later when we begin to  notice some pregnancy signs, and after thorough investigation, she confessed.”

Confirming the arrest to journalists yesterday in Jos, the state Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Felicia Anselm, said the teacher had been arrested and was in custody for further investigation.

“The man has been arrested and investigations are ongoing, and he will be charged to court,” she added.
Decrying the spate of rape in the state, the state Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Mrs. Sarah Yusuf, said government would take steps to bring the perpetrators to book.

She also encouraged all stakeholders in the campaign against rape to speak out against the menace.
The state chapter of the Young Women's Christians Association (YWCA) equally condemned the rising incident of rape of minors.

Spokesperson of the association, Mrs. Elizabeth Audu, said the raping of girls between the ages of two and 13 had of recent taken a bad dimension in the state and called on government to intervene by fishing out and punishing the perpetrators.

VIDEO Premiere: Burna Boy ft. D’banj – Won Da Mo

Aristokrat Records A-List act Burna Boy releases the official video for 1 of 2 singles recorded with DB Records’ superstar D’banj. If you recall, we premiered “Won Da Mo” back in December 2013. Now watch the video below.

In related news, both acts have been strongly linked with the newly-formed “Sony Nigeria“. It will be interesting to see how things unfold in the coming weeks/months.

Director: Godfather Productions.

Cuba Gooding Jr & Wife of 20 Years Sara Kapfer Split

                                         
Academy award winning actor Cuba Gooding Jr. and his wife of 20 years Sara Kapfer have reportedly split.

Sara filed court documents yesterday Tuesday 22nd April 2014 seeking a legal separation from the 46 year old actor.

The couple have three children together. TMZ was able to lay hands on documents in which Sara is seeking joint legal and physical custody of the children as well as child support.

Cuba and Sara married in 1994 after meeting in high school (secondary school).

Photo Credit: Daily Mail UK