Kung Fu superstar Jackie Chan said that while the upcoming film “Chinese Zodiac 2012” will be his last major action movie, citing his increasing age, he will still be packing punches in the world of philanthropy. Chan wrote, directed and produced his latest film, set to premiere in cinemas in China next month. He also... Read More
A Swedish woman was charged with possession of human skulls and bones, which the prosecution claimed she used for sexual purposes. The 37 year-old woman kept at least six skulls, one spine, and “a large number of other bones” in her Gothenburg apartment, according to the prosecution’s charge sheet. It said she had... Read More
by Isi Esene Abbas Faggo, a Bauchi State Civil Servant has been dismissed from the state civil service for posting a Facebook comment questioning the financial integrity of the government. In a letter signed by Ibrahim Shehu on behalf of the state head of service, the government gave reasons for his dismissal saying his “service... Read More
by Isi Esene Chocolate City rapper, Ice-prince is out with the video for his song, ‘More’. The video features British-Nigerian artiste, Lola Rae, as the rapper’s love interest. The song was produced by Chopstix of the Grip Muzik and directed by Mr. Moe Musa in London, UK. Check it out below:
by Isi Esene Olubiyi Odunaro, a 53-year-old former employee of Hallmark Bank has gone on hunger-strike demanding the payment of his terminal benefits vowing to continue his protest until his demands are met. Mr. Odunaro has also pitched a tent in a garden at Mobolaji Bank Anthony Way, Ikeja, to protest the perceived injustice. Hallmark... Read More
by Isi Esene Ebube Essien-Garricks who won the grand prize in the MTN Ultimate Wonder Promo is (expectedly) getting suitors from far and near following the announcement of her winner N64m fortune. Essien-Garricks was announced winner of a Cessna 182T aircraft on November 13 but the student opted for its cash equivalent which was put at... Read More
by Isi Esene With the telecoms promo now banned, popular artiste, Davido, is set to roll out his birthday promo really soon. The Omo Baba Olowo (O.B.O) announced on twitter today that he would be handing out N500,000 at his birthday over the weekend. We can only imagine what the scramble for cash will be... Read More
by Rachel Ogbu The president of the Senate, David Mark has said contrary to reports, that he will not contest for president in 2015. Mark denied reports about running in the 2015 presidential elections, blaming mischief makers for the rumours. On Tuesday, his special adviser on Media and Publicity, Kola Ologbondiyan released a statement on... Read More
by Isi Esene As part of the post-awards activities for its 7th Season, The Future Awards Central Working Committee has begun its annual seminars across secondary schools and universities around the country. The seminars kicked off on Wednesday, November 14, 2012 and will run until January 2013. “The Future Awards is a year-long season where... Read More
by Isi Esene Are you the Piers Morgan of Nigerian television?! One of Nigeria’s frontline TV platforms is reloading. Are you – Quick on your feet, charming, informed on the issues, witty, able to stand your own with anyone from Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala to Pastor Bakare. You must also be able to get down with and... Read More
by Rachel Ogbu The State House and the Office of the Secretary to Government of the Federation are under fire over alleged budget misappropriation for 2013 fiscal year. A N3.305billion budget on welfare package, meals, repatriation and sitting allowances presented before the Senate Committee on Federal Character and Inter-governmental Affairs was greeted with skepticism on Tuesday, November 20.... Read More
by DFTM Whatever the psychosis, a woman who behaves like this is not someone you need to stay with no matter how good she is when she’s happy or in the bedroom. If you’re experiencing any of these relationship landmines, it’s time to cut ties as soon as possible. Although we like to think... Read More
She is the hardest working – and hardest partying woman in pop music – and in just 24 hours , Rihanna pushed herself even further than she has before. The singer swept into the UK yesterday aboard her private 777 tour plane, and within just 24 hours turned on the Christmas lights at Westfield’s Stratford... Read More
Gaza’s lynch mob: 6 men summarily executed and dragged through the streets (Warning: Graphic Images)
Six men accused of being ‘Israeli spies’ were dragged through the streets of Gaza City and executed in front of a chanting mob today as Israel warned Palestinians to evacuate some areas of the territory in apparent preparation for a ground invasion.Witnesses said the six were taken to an intersection in the north of the... Read More
Sadistic: 18-year-old tied girlfriend to a tree, raped, and stabbed her to death gets life in prison
These images show the the poignant final moments of Hannah Windsor, caught on CCTV as she walks to a secret meeting with her boyfriend, seemingly without a care in the world.Within hours she would be dead; tortured and murdered in a sustained brutal attack at his hands. ‘Sadistic’ Adam Lewis, 18, tied the 17-year-old college... Read More
Abuser: 15-year-old Ben O’Neill raped an elderly man while high on the drug MCAT and drunk on vodka A 15-year-old boy has been jailed after raping a disabled male pensioner while ‘out of his own mind’ on a cocktail of vodka and the drug MCAT. Ben O’Neill pushed his terrified victim, 65, into a field... Read More
by Isi Esene The presidency has confirmed the death of the president’s younger brother Meni Joathan who passed away earlier today. The statement reads thus: STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE PRESIDENT JONATHAN’S YOUNGER BROTHER DIES IN ABUJA AFTER BRIEF ILLNESS President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan announces with sadness the death earlier today of his younger brother, Chief... Read More
They stand out wherever they go and now India’s tallest family is hoping to set a new world record with their combined height. The Kulkarnis, from the city of Pune in the east of the country, tower above their countrymen. Sharad Kulkarni, 52, stands at 7ft 1.5ins tall and his wife Sanjot, 46, is 6ft... Read More
by Isi Esene After stirring a frenzy all over the world, the Psy’s Gangnam style is officially here in Nigeria with Mo’Eazy’s dance animation Naija Gangnam style. Please watch the hilarious video below, creative stuff.
by Isi Esene Keri Hilson was in the country this weekend and she did not waste any time in warming herself to the hearts of fans as she digged it to D’banj ‘Oliver Twist‘ and Flavour’s ‘Ashawo’. The crowd went into a frenzy when she danced Azonto to D’banj’s Oliver Twist track. Watch video below:
by Rachel Ogbu Hollywood actress, Charlize Theron who earlier this year cut her hair for her role in upcoming movie, Mad Max: Fury Road was seen having lunch with her mother Gerda in South Africa. Known for her trademark long blonde locks, the 37-year-old actress showed off her dramatic buzz cut looking happy and relaxed... Read More
by Isi Esene This week on Rubbin’ Minds, the discussion was about the apparent desperation of Nigerians to travel abroad and what many prospective travelers go through while exploring illegal means of relocating abroad. Before the topic of the day, Francesca Uriri, was in the Rubbin’ Minds studio to talk about the #FashionAgainstCancer: Fashion Fantasia!... Read More
by Rachel Ogbu Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has a lot of faith in his striker, Mario Balotelli. Recently the club manager said the 22-year-old could become one of the best players in the world but he had to work harder in training. “He has everything to be one of the best players in the world.... Read More
What: Objects of Beauty Fair 2012 Where: Protea Hotel Ikoyi, Lagos When: November 17, 2012. Photos by Hycinth Iyereos
A rogue trader from east London who lost £1.4 billion in bad deals which nearly brought down a major international bank has been found guilty of fraud. At one point during his run of losses, rising star City trader Kweku Adoboli, 32, stood to run up losses of 12 billion US dollars (£7.5 billion) for... Read More
A Lagos based refrigerator repairer, Olalekan Bayode, has applied to the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja to appoint him as a manager of the disputed $15m (N2.6B ) alleged bribery money and to also make him an intervener in the dispute on the ownership of the money. Mister Bayode, through his lawyer John Olufemi Aina,... Read More
by Isi Esene William Orioha, popularly known as 2Shotz, is out with a new single titled ‘Feeling this rapper’ feat. Selebobo. The song, which is produced by Umunnamu Entertainment, promises to be a club banger. Listen to it below: Download – Feeling this rapper
by Isi Esene Analysts are of the view that president Goodluck Jonathan, on Sunday, during the presidential media chat, contradicted some of his media aides on certain policy issues emanating from the presidency. It was noted that the president did this on issues concerning power, the first lady’s health, and security. On the issue of... Read More
by Akan Ido There are unconfirmed reports that president Goodluck Jonathan’s younger brother, Meni Jonathan, has died in the Aso Rock clinic. Mr. Meni was reportedly flown in to Abuja from Bayelsa State to receive medical treatment. The cause of his death has, however, not yet known. The president’s brother, who is said to be... Read More
“The main reason why youth development is so slow is that no one talks to them about failure…No one tells them to expect it as one of the steps to success… Failure is just another step to success provided you don’t let it define you” Earlier this month, I gate crashed the annual Mo Ibrahim... Read More