She is known as an incredibly talented musician, songwriter and performer. However, on Friday, Alicia Keys continued to prove that is also quite the showgirl as she performed at the Sporting Club Salle des Etoiles in Monaco. The singer is currently performing in Europe for her Set The World On Fire tour, as judging by... Read More
The former South African president was transferred to another ambulance after the vehicle had engine trouble Treatment: Nelson Mandela (Getty) The emergency ambulance carrying Nelson Mandela to hospital two weeks ago broke down, embarrassed officials admitted today. The former South African president and anti-apartheid leader was transferred to another ambulance after the vehicle had engine... Read More
by Rachel Ogbu Ghanaian actress Yvonne Nelson has finally spoken out about her romance with ‘man of the hour’, Iyanya and what led to their break-up. In an interview with Bella Naija, the actress who has also been linked to Dammy Crane and Ice Prince said she felt very strongly for Iyanya. “We dated for... Read More
by Rachel Ogbu Here is the remix for Olamide’s single, ‘First Of All’ and it features the Eja Nla himself, D’banj. Click here to listen:
by Emily Abbate Getting out of bed and running off the second you get off, well, that’s just rude. No matter how you put it — knock boots, smush, do the deed, get dirty — everyone has certain things they love during sex. Maybe you’re into girl on top. Maybe you’re a missionary kind of lady. Heck,... Read More
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s bizarre baby name instantly became the subject of jokes around the globe after it was revealed on Thursday. And it seems even the reality TV star, 32, found the name North West rather humorous when it was first raised in public during an interview with Jay Leno back in March.... Read More
by Denise Schipani “If your friend can’t be relied on for the level of friendship you want, you can end up feeling like you’re not being heard,”….. Whether your best friend complains endlessly about her job, has a couple of kids that drive you crazy or is married to a jerk, chances are you keep your... Read More
by Kschlicher The important part of having a healthy relationship is that you are both secure enough in your feelings that you want to see each other happy, no matter who you’re with or what you’re doing. Women are naturally better communicators than men and therefore tend to ask more emotional questions. However, have you ever... Read More
by Temie Giwa Primary health care in Nigeria is truly horrific… Clinic filled with overworked and underpaid staff members, who are so prone to mistakes that if Nigerians were remotely litigious, lawyers would suddenly become overnight celebrities and billionaires. The International Finance Corporation claims that $4.5 billion investment is needed to repair Nigeria’s health system... Read More
by Salihu Tanko Yakasai All in all, our primary concern is the safety of our people. When we criticize GEJ it is not because we hate him, it is simply because we want him to be better. On the 14th of May, President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan declared a State of Emergency in 3 North-Eastern states... Read More
by Isi Esene Owing to its tremendous success in 2012; The Future Awards Central Working Committee have announced that The Future Awards Online Business Master Class will hold a second edition on June 28 in Lagos, Nigeria. The Online Master Class 2013 is part of the pre-awards activities for The Future Awards, Season 8 and... Read More
by SK Johnson One thing that was clear was that neither side would ever be the same, and nowhere has that been as visible as in the musical output of both Don Jazzy and D’banj. It’s been over a year since the infamous Mo’Hits break-up took place, leaving in its wake leaked emails, devastated fans,... Read More
Nelson Mandela is unresponsive and his immediate family is now discussing whether to withdraw treatment, it has been claimed. The 94-year-old has been in hospital for two weeks battling a recurring lung infection, but previous statements have indicated that Mr Mandela’s health is improving. According to a new source, Mr Mandela’s liver and kidney functions... Read More
by Rachel Ogbu Here are the photos from Iyanya’s concert in Manchester on June 14. The ”Kukere Concert” was hosted by UK comedian, Eddie Kadi and supported by a few up-and-coming acts, his Kukere Queens, DRB Lasgidi and label mate Emma Nyra. Not to forget the very energetic crowd. [READ: The Kukere effect: Girl dances her clothes off at Iyanya’s concert in Manchester... Read More
by Rachel Ogbu Charles Oputa better known as Charly Boy celebrated his birthday on June 19. The 62-year-old who doesn’t seem to have aged a bit since 40 partied in the streets and visited schools. [READ: Aww, these letters will make you cry: Charly Boy celebrates 62nd birthday, receives heartfelt notes from wife and parents... Read More
by Rachel Ogbu Here is the new single from Mode Nine titled, “Some More.” On this new track, the rapper features Don Jazzy who also produced the single. [READ: LISTEN: Modenine releases 2 singles – “Flow for the street” , “Let It Go” ] Click here to listen:
by Rachel Ogbu Khloe Kardashian was spotted shopping with her sister, Kourtney in Malibu on Thursday. 28-year-old Khloe had cornrows in her hair which she’d sported the day before at her self tan launch.
by Rachel Ogbu 195 suspected drug dealers and addicts have been arrested in Anambra State. The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) confirmed two out of those arrested were already sentenced to prison. State commandant of the agency, Momadu Sule said that cannabis, Indian hemp and cocaine topped the list of drugs trafficked in the... Read More
by Rachel Ogbu A boat carrying migrants from Nigeria, Benin and Burkina Faso sank off the coast of Gabon killing 10 people who drowned. The search for survivors continued into Friday and Gabonese authorities have rescued 23 people to safety still another 20 could not be unaccounted for. On Friday, a police official said that... Read More
by Rachel Ogbu The said fight between Nollywood actresses Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde and Genevieve Nnaji is so last century. Omosexy is in a new battle, this time with Ndani presenter, Toolz for the title, “The most Bootylicious”. It’s not a real title though, it’s only a teaser for Omotola’s interview with Toolz on Ndani’s ‘The Juice’,... Read More
by Patience Akpan If the story is true, then I need intense therapy to recover from the shock that my ‘fiscal idol’ has a serious case of clay-footedness. Okay, I exaggerate … but it would be profoundly disappointing. Once upon a time, news from my family in Nigeria centered on the dead or dying. Tired... Read More
by Katie B. Progressive swinging is a newer term that describes swingers who are comfortable with, and sometimes prefer, some level of emotional intimacy with their other sexual partners. I use the term “open relationship” interchangeably with “ethical non-monogamy,” and I use both terms as an umbrella for all relationship styles that are open, honest and... Read More
by Dele Momodu The cries of Nigerians were heard apparently by God when PDP suffered a volcanic eruption from within. Nothing is worse than the rebellion of a child against his own parents, that moment when he looks at his dad and mum with that straight poker-face and says: “To hell with you both.” Fellow... Read More
The spate of robbery incidents seems to be on the rise in Ogun State, with the recent experience of the general manager of a car company in Lagos, Mr. Lanre Bammeke. His grey Toyota Avensis car, with registration number LL 969 EKY, was snatched at gunpoint by robbers dressed in military camouflage. While recounting their... Read More
by Rachel Ogbu The Borno State Commissioner for Basic Education, Tijjani Abba-Ali while presenting the mid term scorecard of Governor Kashim Shettima’s administration has revealed that 50 primary schools in total were burnt down by suspected Boko Haram insurgents in various parts of the state since they started attacks in the state. Abba-Ali said that... Read More
by Rachel Ogbu There could be light at the end of the tunnel for Rivers State Governor and Chairman, Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) Rotimi Amaechi as new reports emerge suggesting reconciliation with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Yesterday, Governor Emmanuel Uduaghan of Delta State said that the problems in the party between some governors and... Read More
by Rachel Ogbu Wanted over a N130million scam, the former Lagos State Deputy Governor, Sinatu Ojikutu, has come out to establish her innocence. On Thursday, Ojikutu said in a statement that the allegation of fraud against her and her son, Samson was a misunderstanding involving the sale of land to one Cajetan Okekearu. According to... Read More
by Tom Chatfield The rise of social media has put “conversation without speech” at the centre of millions of lives Where once speech was the driving force behind language change, we are moving into an era where writing – or, more precisely, the act of typing on to screens – is a dominant form of... Read More
What: Women Of West Africa Entrepreneurship Conference. Where: Eko Hotel & Suites, V.I, Lagos. When: June 20, 2013. Photos by Hycinth Iyereosa