Jim Iyke lavish $5000on Nadia Buari

Nollywood actor, Jim Iyke allegedly lavished a whopping $5000 on his gf, Nadia Buari’s 31st birthday. Investigations conducted by Movie Moments team showed that the reality TV show star spent the amount to give the Ghanaian actress a memorable birthday. The pair left Accra to Barcelona in Spain and later Zurich in Germany after an announcement on their individual Twitter and Instagram accounts.

Investigations showed that Iberia flights from Accra to Spain costs $300 per individual while a connecting train from Barcelona to Zurich in Germany cost $320 per individual. A Lufthansa flight from Zurich to Frankfurt and off to Accra, Ghana costs $1,820.

Sources close to the pair hinted that the trip might have been sponsored by marketers and the production company for Jim Iyke’s reality TV show, Jim Iyke Unscripted. It is further disclosed the relationship that exists between Jim Iyke and Nadia Buari is purely platonic but the two have since decided to carry on like lovers for symbiotic favours.

Next Movie Star kicks off

As it has become the reality TV Show, Next Movie Star, the organisers, Digital Interactive Media, went all out last Friday to usher this year’s housemates into the 2013 edition with a glittering and glamorous welcome Party, which held at The Place, GRA, Ikeja, Lagos.

After having survived intellectually and physically stimulating 10-days in the training and grooming camp, it was indeed a breather, a ball and a blast for the 19 housemates chosen from across Africa as they were given a foretaste of superstardom and what life is like in the limelight.

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Actress acquitted for robbery

Up and coming Nollywood actress, Yetunde Akilapa is in the news again and this time for a positive reason. The last that was heard from her some months ago was a criminal arrest. She was arrested for allegedly being in possession of 100 master keys, which was said to be in her safe keep for criminals. Well, all the allegations has just been proved baseless and the actress has been acquitted.

If you recall, she was detained in Alade Divisional Police headquarters in Somolu, Lagos on Thursday, February 7, 2013 after she was arrested by a mob that accused her of stealing a bunch of keys

Speaking through her lawyer, Yetunde said that the bunch of keys found in her possession were props she used in her movie, ‘Bunmi Akata’ and that she was arrested after being framed by people she regarded as friends.

Yetunde was soon released on bail and had appeared in court several times before the final decision was made on the case. The case filed under ‘Charge no F/10/13 COP v Yetunde Akilapa’ was dismissed for lack of diligent prosecution.

Why we postponned BON Awards - Organisers

The Best of Nollywood Awards, earlier slated to hold this weekend, would now hold Thursday, December 5th. This latest postponement, according to the Executive Producer, Seun Oloketuyi, is at the behest of the Governor of Delta State, Dr Emmanuel Uduaghan, who is the host of this year’s edition.
He said, “It is not in our character to postpone the awards’ date, however, after consulting with our various stakeholders which includes of course, the nominees, we all unanimously agreed that it would be better to have a glamorous and memorable event on a later date than go ahead with the earlier publicised date and end up with something less worthy.”
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7 PDP govs join APC

Seven PDP governors who have been at political loggerheads with the leadership of Nigeria’s ruling party and President Goodluck Jonathan today finally dumped the party and joined the opposition All Progressives Congress, APC.

The announcement was made today at the Kano State Governor’s Lodge in Asokoro Abuja, the Nigerian capital, at a ceremony attended by all the seven governors and leaders of the APC.

Abubakar Kawu Baraje, chairman of the breakaway faction of the PDP read the statement which formally switched the allegiance of the group to the APC.

Both the APC and Baraje group had met for some hours before reaching an agreement to merge their political forces. And Baraje announced a statement signed by him and Chief Bisi Akande, interim chairman of the APC, that the two groups have decided to merge, “to rescue our fledgling democracy and the nation”.

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Revealed, Micheal Awujola, the new man in Tonto Dikeh's life (with pics)

Tonto Dikeh mostly described by some people as an eccentric being, especially with her carefree attitude. Some have wondered if any man can successfully tame her or bring her under his control.
For those who have maintained that only a super rich dude can tame Tonto, they might have now been proven right.
At the recently held ELOY Awards, the controversial star actress revealed the man that is behind her recent joy and happiness. For those who wish to know, one Michael Awujola, also known as Malivelihood, is the boyfriend of Tonto Dikeh.
The dude is rich and is said to be behind most gold plated accessories Nigerian celebrities flaunt lately on social media. Now you know who is rocking the heart of Tonto Dikeh.
Well, for those who feel they have what it takes to displace Mike in the reactivity series (a term in displacement reaction in metals in Chemistry), the game has begun.
Micheal as I gather is a stinkingly rich MOFO.
(check out his pics below)

9ice warns Notjustok on piracy

Kate Henshaw and Dan Foster Walk Out of Nigeria’s Got Talent

Kate Henshaw and Dan Foster Walk Out of Nigeria’s Got Talent.
It was an hilarious sight to behold as judges Kate Henshaw and Dan Foster walked out on a contestant named Heaven on Nigeria’s Got Talent Port Harcourt audition, which aired yesterday.
The slightly delirious hopeful believed his spooky voice could help him gain a spot in the race for N10 million, but the judges especially Kate Henshaw had a different opinion.
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Ibinabo to speak at WIPO summit

President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Ibinabo Fiberesima has been invited to speak at the World Intellectual Property Organization summit coming up on December 6, 2013 in Abidjan.

Sources disclosed that the actress and ex-beauty queen had been invited for the summit following her decision to ensure Nigerian actors, actresses get their dues on their intellectual properties.

The first AGN female national president is expected to join several individuals from the rest of the world in Abidjan to speak at the Ministerial Meeting of ECOWAS, on Creativity and Access to Knowledge:  A Social and Economic Impetus for
Africa.

When contacted, the excited Ibinabo said, “I’m glad that this is coming because it shows our efforts to bring back the much desired change to AGN is getting noticed. I would be there with some members of my administration and you won’t be disappointed.”

Daniella Okeke and her boob job

 Spot the difference

Now                                                                                       Before

Daniella Okeke, the star of Emem Isong’s much awaited flick, Lagos Cougar, has been causing stir with her voluptuous booty and gigantic boobs. Those who know her just a few months ago will tell that there is a huge change in the actress. The actress hasn’t been this curvaceous which means there may be clear indications that she underwent a complete plastic surgery on her boobs and booty.

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Pasuma endorses Gambling site

On Wednesday 20th of November 2013, new sport online betting company "9japredict.com" signed a mouth watering deal with Nigerian Fuji icon Alh. Alabi Wasiu Odetola popularly known as PASUMA WONDER as it's  BRAND AMBASSADOR. The new multi million naira deal was signed in Lagos, making Pasuma the official Brand ambassador and Face of "9japredict.com". In a statement issued by AO21 media, Pasuma's management company led by Afolabi Oyekoya,

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Lagos Jazz Series unveils final list of performers and dates

On Thursday the 28^th of November 2013, the biggest, most anticipated music festival – Lagos Jazz Series is set to commence with its 4^th Edition.

This year’s edition is packed tight with an interesting blend of artists both home-based and international such as Marcus Miller, Antibalas, Nduduzo, Mi Casa, Black Magic, Efya, M.I., Olamide, Phyno, Show Dem Camp and more. 

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BUSH BOY ENTERTAINMENT OUT WITH ‘GOOD LIFE’

Nigeria music scene is getting bigger and better by the day with the entrance of BUSHBOY, to the industry to the next level.
We gathered that the fused group consists of great talents like; Chris '2deep' Ozoko, the multi talented artiste and entrepreneur and also the helms man of the crew has successfully harnessed the creative energies of himself, Emmanuel 'Muse' Odache and Israel 'Achi' Achichi on this brand new single entitled; Good Life.
 Information has it that the union of the Benue born trio is a definite infusion of artistic genius in the ever expanding industry from the stable of BUSHBOY ENTERTAINMENT.
Good Life is the first major single from the stable of BUSH BOY ENTERTAINMENT and the industry watchers has squealed that it is a perfect introduction for the artistic individuality and dynamism of the three distinct artistes all signed individually to the label.
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Young Ones(YO) now have their magazine

 

YO! Magazine, simply Young Ones, a general interest children’s magazine, published by Kanbitoons Company has berthed in Nigeria.

It is a 32 page colourful magazine created to provide information and significantly inculcate the reading culture in the Nigerian young ones and support the attainment of high children’s didactic performance in schools and the larger children community.

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Former bleacher, actress Portia Yamahan campaigns against bleaching

 

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Pregnant actress runs for life as wife of baby daddy goes on rampage

Nollywood actress, Onyii Alex is on compulsory nine months course. Information gathered has it that, the actress is heavily pregnant and expecting a love child. The father we hear is said to be multi-millionaire Igbo business man known as Promise.
If the name rings a bell, it should. Mr Promise was said some months ago to be in a hot romance with actress, Tonto Dike. This is before Onyii was said to have snatched him from her.
Aside the pregnancy issue that she has entangled herself with, a source said that Mr Promise’s wife is looking for the actress who got pregnant for her husband and has issued threats to the actress. Onyii has since been scarce on the scene, keeping a low profile. 

(nigeriafilms.com)

BHM accepted into PRCAN fold

BHM is a PR company that is basically the leading Entertainment PR company in NIgeria. It's clients are major entertainers including D'Banj, Ice Prince, DARE and many others. They also represent companies like MTV, BET, and other Viacom channels in Nigeria. BHM also offer PR services to reality shows and events like Star trek and Nigeria's got talent. 
The CEO Kunle Ayeni in a post said, "The induction of our agency BHM as a member of the Public Relations Consultants Association of Nigeria (PRCAN) yesterday -by past president Nn'emeka Maduegbuna (Chairman C&F Porter Novelli) and Vice President John Ehiguese (MD Mediacraft Associates). Major milestone in our journey. And this, even, is just the beginning"
BHM will be the first Entertainment PR company to be inducted in the prestigious body

Finally, Shuga gets premiere date

MTV popular drama series, Shuga would make it’s way to Silverbird cinema in Nigeria as the second season of the Bill and Melisa Gates Foundation bankrolled drama premieres on Tuesday, November 26, 2013.

Expected to grace the premiere include the drama’s director, Biyi Bandele, and cast members from Nigeria and around the world.

The drama is written by Kemi Adesoye, Tunde Aladese, Omotunde Akiode, Ayoade Adeyanju, Victor Sanchez and Biyi Bandele, cast of the drama series that include hooked singer, Tiwa Savage, Maria Okanrende, Okezie Morro, Chris Attoh, Ikubese Emmanuel Ifeanyi, Nick Mutuma, Dorcas Shola Fapson and Leonora Okine are expected to also grace the red carpet as it poremieres.

Femi Branch in Abuja debt scandal …says debtors are being unfair

Movie stars are known to be ladies men and same goes for the tall, dark and handsome actor, Femi branch. However, there are some ladies not happy with the actor at the moment. Some ladies in Abuja are calling the actor a fraudster. Branch was said to have employed the services of these ladies in various capacities without paying for their services. He also bought some clothing products from some of them without paying for it.

The actor himself however did not dispute these claims. When reached, Femi Branch confirmed that he actually employed the services of a lady called Deola who had helped him with publicity and organisation of his event which held in Abuja in August.  He says the event did not go as planned and he lost a lot of money in the process. This is why he was not able to pay the people he owed.

The people he owes include the event manager, ushers, ticket sellers, hostesses, drivers and caterers. While speaking with him on phone, Branch said he tried to control the situation and paid up after the event, but the event did not make the kind of money he had expected. “I have hosted the same event in other locations and the event went very well, so I expected the same thing to happen in Abuja. The agency I trusted to organise the event did not do a good job of it so I lost a lot of money. In the process, I ended up owing a lot of people who helped out at the event,” Branch said.

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Multichoice’s 20 years of entertaining Nigerians (plus pictures from the anniversary party)

 Last Sunday, cable television giant, MultiChoice celebrated it’s 20 years of doing business in Nigeria. As expected from a multi-national company, the event was in a class of it’s own. It held at the Eko hotel expo centre in Lagos with droves of a-listers in the corporate, TV and entertainment world in attendance. It was a night to remember as music was supplied by top African artistes led by the cream of the crop, Tuface Idibia. There was Champagne and intercontinental dishes that flowed through to the early mornings.
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Obasanjo features in musical video

                  

Ibitayo Jeje, better known as the 'Queen of Highlife', releases her brand new single and music video from her forthcoming third album titled 'Why You Love Me So' worldwide today Monday 18th November 2013. The video features the former President of Nigeria, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, who is debuting in his first creative performance of such. 

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Why Jude Okoye was absent at brother's wedding

P-Square's publicist Bayo Adetu confirmed that Jude Okoye was not at Peter and Lola's wedding yesterday. when asked why he didn't attend and he said Jude and some members of P-Square's band were stuck in Ghana after their Saturday night show. He said Peter and Paul were able to make the trip back on Sunday morning but not Jude. 

Father U-Turn is dead

One of the Nigeria’s dance hall stars, Sylvester Femi Mayomi, popularly known as Father U Turn, is dead. The Apola Berekete crooner gave up the ghost few hours ago at a private hospital in Ajangbadi area of Lagos State. The cause of his death could not be officially confirmed as at the time of filling this report. However, a source said he was involved in an auto crash in the early hours of Sunday. He was said to have died from complications from the injuries sustained in the accident, which occurred in Ajangbadi area of Lagos State. He was aged 36.

MI moves to reunite Choc Boiz

Source: Hiphop world

After the much publicized back and forth between record label Chocolate City and former artiste under the Choc Boi umbrella BrymO, it’s obvious some people still feel they should make music together. Surprisingly it’s none other than Choc City Vice President Jude Abaga.

Choc Boiz Mister Incredible was in the Hip Hop world offices on tuesday November 5th and spoke to us on the BrymO debacle. Apart from airing his views on the court injunction among other things, the Chocolate City act told us exclusively that he still looked forward to doing more Choc Boi music.

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AFRIFF disappoints again

Again the African International Film Festival (AFRIFF) has come and gone and like the last one, the event has failed to make much impact on the industry. Like many local film festivals, it has been a showy event with little or no effect on the industry as a whole. For most part, it has been an avenue for Nigerian movie makers, government officials and two foreign actors to mingle and take pictures which are quickly uploaded on their Instagram accounts. The few non industry guests are treated to movies that are slated for screening.

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Antar Laniyan speaks up on nudity in Nollywood

I don’t support nudity,” Nollywood actor, Antar Laniyan recently blurted via his official Twitter handle, @Antar Laniyan.

The veteran actor tweeted weeks back on his thoughts on the movie industry and further wondered why any entertainer who wants fame still expect to get privacy.

“You want fame and you still want privacy.is dat possible? Life is a stage, act ur part and impact,” he rounded off.

Karen replies Yvonne Nelson's insults

Few weeks ago, Yvonne Nelson made fun of Karen’s boobs and also insulted some Nigerian celebs on twitter, but claimed her account was hacked. Karen later went in hard on her, and even told her she has been passed round enough by Nigerian men. Again, Karen is speaking. Here is what she said to Victor Eneged when asked about the incident.

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What is in my stomach is not pregnancy but Puff puff - Tiwa Savage

Mavin records’ first lady, Tiwa Savage, has said she isn’t pregnant. The Pop singer who was as one of the headliners at comedian Tee-A‘s ‘Tymeout With Tee-A’ concert, on Sunday, November 3, 2013 the stories being reported by several sites and blogs that she’s expecting her first baby.

When  Tiwa was asked by show host, Tee-A, about the reports, she replied, ‘I think they got those stories because of what happened recently and what happened was that I ate too much puff-puff that made my tummy bulge.’ The pop singer who will be tying the knot with her fiance and manager Tunji ‘Tee Billz’ Balogun later this month, was at the baby shower of Annie Idibia, where she ate the puff puff.

Kate Henshaw loses control as she dances 'Skelewu'

I am still a virgin Chidinma claims

After a sex tape was released of her. Chidinma has not taken the issue lightly since. She not only claims she is not the one in the video but also she is a virgin.
This is her claims
"I didn’t make any s*x tape o, I have no idea where that tape is from and I am still a virgin o!”
However she didn’t stop there, she also said she will sue the person who uploaded the video and the people who made the video for slander''
To all the blogvisitors almost crucifying me for suspecting it might be her,abeg make una no vex...oya take bitter kola eat and cool down.
If you dont want bitter kola,take hug or slap."

Advantages of inverters

Power inverters convert DC voltage from a battery to AC voltage used by appliances in our homes. Power inverters are alternatives to electric power generators when it comes to supplying backup or standby power during power failure. Standby power is now critical in Nigeria because of epileptic power supply in the country. Find power inverter dealers and some reason why power inverters may be preferred over petrol-driven electric generators for backup power supply.

Power Inverters are not as popular as electric generators in backup power applications. This is largely due to higher costs. In fact, inverters are expensive alternatives to generators. However, power inverters have some benefits that can make them worth every kobo you spend on them. It is also important to note that prices of power inverters are now getting lower in Nigeria.
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Single at 40. Bimbo Akintola says she's not looking for Mr. Prefect

In her 40s,star actress, Bimbo Akintola is yet to be holed up by a man under the canopy of marriage. Her several years relationship with Dede Mabiaku, which many had thought would lead to marriage which was not be as Dede went ahead to marry another beau, is still very fresh in the minds of people. 

Also her planned wedding to Jide Alabi, a showbiz star and sport Analyst on Silverbird TV also failed mid way. With this, many still wonder when the wedding bells will ring for the sultry actress who no longer has age on her side. But as for her, God's time is simply the best."I will marry when God says yes," she recently hinted in a chat. 

And asked whether she's set her standards too high in the marriage department, she replied. "I am not looking for Mr. Perfect. I know you can't get that anywhere. My ideal man is a normal person, loving and appreciation person, loving and appreciative"

MTV set to premiere Shuga

on the set of Shuga

With the long-awaited world premiere just over two weeks away and World AIDs Day 2013 (1 December) fast approaching, MTV Base and the MTV Staying Alive team are putting the final touches to the third series of Shuga, the award winning drama about love, life and relationships among urban African youth.
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Why my boobs are worth $1.6M Cossy

According to Nollywood actress, Cossy orjiakor, she has raised the worth of her boobs to a staggering $1.6m (N220,000,000). Currently, the massive mammary gland worths a whopping sum of $1.6million after going through insurance process with the Enhanced Silicon Incorporated company-responsible for insuring breasts of famous foreign celebrities into the deal. The company, which  insured the bosóms of Pamela Anderson and Dolly Parton.

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ASUU strike may extend due to Iyayi's death

The Academic Staff Union of Universities has suspended its National Executive Council meeting planned to hold in Kano on today, the union’s President, Dr Nasir Fagge, has announced. The meeting was said to be convened to discuss ending the four months strike. 
Fagge announced the decision at a news briefing in Kano on Wednesday and explained that the union found it necessary to suspend the meeting following the sudden death of Prof. Festus Iyayi.
Iyayi, a former president of the union, died in a motor accident in Lokoja, Kogi State on Tuesday, while he was going for the meeting at which the union was expected to decide on its nearly five-month-old strike.
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Policeman caught smoking weed (picture)

Is this not a shame?

Kas accuses Aero Contractors of extortion

'Fimile'  crooner, KAS has accused airline, Aero Contractors of extorting money from him, he claimed he and other passangers were asked to pay N25k for coming late for a flight, kas claimed he was 45min earlier, he made this accusation on his instagram page yesterday.

Julius Agwu blames Etisalat for being scammed

As Nigerian who have used any of the telecom networks, we have experienced frustrating nightmares but this experience recounted by ace comedian, Julius Agwu seems peculiar and his so angry with this ordeal he experienced with Etisalat network granting a third party an access into his mobile line and illegally transferred his credit. The impersonator also gained access into the comedian’s credit card account and Agwu is currently counting his losses.

"While I was in America to see my new baby, I suddenly realized that my Etisalat line was inactive. I couldn’t receive and make calls. I went to Etisalat office in Hilton to complain and to discover what the problem was. I was told someone asked the company to swap my line. I got very worried immediately and queried them. How could someone’s line get swapped without the authorization of the owner?
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Yvonne Nelson celebrates birthday with Ghana stars

Ghanaian top actress, Yvonne Nelson turned 28 today, November 12, 2013 and several of her colleagues gathered to celebrate the actress cum producer in Ghana.Spotted at the birthday groove were Van Vicker, Majid Michel, Pascal Amanfo, Eddie Watson Jr. and several other Ghollywood actors and actresses.The party train to celebrate the House of Gold star moves to the popular Coko Bar in London on November 15, 2013, where expected guests include Chris Attoh, Majid Michel, John Dumelo and Van Vicker.

Kenny Ogungbe loses mum

The Managing Director of Radio Services, Daar Communications, Kenny Ogungbe is bereaved. His mother, Otunba Letticia Onojoke Ogungbe, aged 80, passed on this evening in the Federal Capital Terrritory, Abuja in the arms of one of her children and grandchildren. Otunba Letticia Onojoke Ogungbe, a devout Christian and a committed Methodist  is survived by children and grandchildren including her first born, accomplished banker and entrepreneur, Chief Mrs.Moji Dokpesi, wife of High Chief Raymond Aleogho Dokpesi, the Founder and Chairman, African Independent Television (AIT), ace broadcaster and music label executive, Kenny Ogungbe and his twin brother, Taiwo, popular TV personality, Idowu Ogungbe, label executive and artiste manager, Taiye Ogungbe, aka King Shaka and gospel music sensation, Kenny Saint Best, who confirmed her death to E24-7 Magazine  Tuesday evening amid sobs.

Foluke Daramola blames hubby’s ex on marriage collapse

Actress Foluke Daramola has blamed the former wife of his present husband for not keeping her marriage in place. She said this in a statement she posted on her Facebook page. She even used the Bible to buttress her point.

She said “In the first instance, did you read in the Bible that any of the people who were the apples of God’s eyes had one wife? As it is now, if Kayode goes ahead and impregnates a woman, will I leave him because of that? If I decide to leave my home because my husband is dating another woman or impregnated a woman, who will lose, my husband or me? At the end of the day, it is the woman that owns the home and you hold it the way you want to hold it. So, if my husband is misbehaving and I decide to quit, I shouldn’t blame another person for coming in”

Remember, Foluke had been in a marriage wrecking scandal before marrying her new husband Kayode Salako. She was said to be dating the man even while the man was still married to his ex-wife. Foluke denied this for a long time until she got married to Kayode, after which she confessed the relationship.

I am being cloned online says Obi Emelonye

More and more Nigerian public figures are battling with the issue of impostors, especially on the social media platforms. Top Nigerian filmmaker based in the United Kingdom, Obi Emelonye, has also become one of the latest celebs battling with the menace.

Obi, who produced multi award winning movies, 'Mirror Boy' and 'Last Flight To Abuja', has warned his fans and the unsuspecting public around the world to be very careful of someone using his name for scam.

According to Obi, "my attention has been called to the use of my name and image by some crook who purports to work for the Nigerian customs. I do not know this man and I am not a part if his stupid scam. "I have blocked him from contacting me and every well meaning person should do the same. Stay safe people, do not believe all you see online. Ask questions because if it sounds too good to be true, then it is. God bless."

Solar energy is perfect for Nigeria

Nigeria is blessed with abundant solar radiation, with the north especially favoured with about 5.0- 7.0KW.m2/day. Prospects for solar energy business are pretty high in spite of the global economic downturn. The exploitation of this abundant,inexhaustible and free source of energy is examined competitively. Data was collected both from primary and secondary sources, the former through questionnaires to respondents in Abuja, Bauchi, Jos and Kaduna and analysed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. The findings reveal greater percentages of the respondents willing to switch to solar energy particularly with incentives as motivation. From the interviews carried out with solar energy vendors, there is a clear indication that some barriers in the development and penetration of solar energy in the region exist, but there is a feeling of a brighter future ahead as the signs are palpable. 

Wale coming to Nigeria for Ice Prince's album launch

Multiple Grammy award winning rapper, Wale is set to perform in Nigeria for the first time at Ice Prince’s Fire Of Zamani (Preview) concert. The big-budget concert is part of activities to commemorate the release of his critically acclaimed second album.

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Gov Anaechi fetes BON nominees

Come Sunday, November 17^th, the Rivers State Government would pull all the stops as it hosts the nominees of this year’s Best of Nollywood Awards to a special dinner in the state capital, Port Harcourt.

According to the Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr. Nnabuihe Nabbs Imegwu, “We are hosting this year’s BON nominees’ dinner because of our belief in their art and their industry; we believe that they represent the finest breed of Nollywood talents and we want to treat them to our pristine and preeminent hospitality in Rivers State.”

Press release 

DStv GIVING SO MUCH MORE IN NOVEMBER

·         Four exciting channels to launch on DStv in November – more value for money

On Tuesday 12 November, four new and exciting entertainment channels will be added to DStv. In its ongoing effort to constantly improve our DStv offering, CBS Drama, CBS Action, JimJam and MGM will join an array of channels on the DStv platform. 

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Is IK hosting MTV Europe awards?

Anything is possible. Popular OAP and Big Brother host, IK Osakioduwa will be joining the Nigerian team at the MTV EMA 2013 awards, which will hold this Sunday, November 10, 2013 at Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam, Holland!

The popular host will join MTV VJ, Ehiz and Funke Babs-Kufeji of ThisDay Style to experience the biggest international awards ever held in the world. SO will Ik be hosting? very unlikely.

The “2013 MTV EMA” is set to be more global and interactive than ever before, engaging millions of people worldwide across all platforms, devices and screens, and providing fans with unprecedented opportunities to influence aspects of the show. Some of these include: First-Ever Fan Announced Category: Worldwide Act, Biggest Fans Award, #EMAzingFan Ticket Giveaway among other exciting activities.

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Rugged man speak up on Maltreatment in Abuja

With allegations and counter allegations flying between veteran Nigerian rapper Ruggedman and Mr. Ejiro, one of the organizers of the Most Beautiful Girl in Abuja pageant, Hip TV spoke to Ruggedman about what really went wrong and he told us that he was ill treated by the organizers.

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I am not pregnant - Tiwa Savage

Mavin records’ first lady, Tiwa Savage, has said she isn’t pregnant. The Pop singer who was as one of the headliners at comedian Tee-A‘s ‘Tymeout With Tee-A’ concert, on Sunday, November 3, 2013 the stories being reported by several sites and blogs that she’s expecting her first baby.

When  Tiwa was asked by show host, Tee-A, about the reports, she replied, ‘I think they got those stories because of what happened yesterday (Saturday)…and what happened was that I ate too much puff-puff that made my tummy bulge.’

The pop singer who will be tying the knot with her fiance and manager Tunji ‘Tee Billz’ Balogun later this month, was at the baby shower of Annie Idibia, where she ate the puff puff.

Source: Hip hop world

Judges promise free and fair AMVCA

On wenesday, the judging panel of the African Magic Viewers Choice Awards had a chat with the media at the Protea Hotel, Ijeja GRA, Lagos. at the event, judges and representatives of African Magic made clear the ground rules for movie selection and criteria for selecting and rejecting movies.

According to the Head judge, Femi Odugbemi, all movies will be given equal chance at the award and no entry will be over looked. "Some times it will be easy to discard a movie by just watching the first few minutes. But at AMVCA I make sure that all films must be respected. some movie makers take months or years to finish a film, it will be unfair to just push a film away without even looking at it. Also, there are some films that do not start well but gain momentum as it goes," Odugbemi said.

According to Zik Zulu who is also a part of the judging panel, a lot has been learned from the last edition and the process will be a little bit less cumbersome. Zik has also been on many panels of various awards and movie festivals across Africa.