WHY I GOT SOLO ENDORSEMENT WITHOUT MY BROTHER — PETER OKOYE OF P-SQUARE

Tongues have been wagging, anxiety high and of course, speculations running wild with all sorts of permutations on why Nutricima, makers of Olympic milk should endorse only Peter Okoye instead of the singing duo of him and his brother, Paul. Scandal hounds have sniffed another crack in the house of the Okoyes and felt another rift in the air as the one that nearly tore them apart months before.
 

But speaking at his unveiling as the brand ambassador of the milk product, Peter debunked such development and explained why the company selected him alone. 

“Music is like football. For example, if I play for Barcelona and I get endorsed by Nike, it doesn’t mean the whole Barcelona team has been endorsed. This is about me and not me and Paul” he explained.
 

“Among thousands or perhaps millions of people in the entertainment industry, I felt honoured to be chosen as the brand ambassador. The deal means a lot, not just to me but also to my fans. If a brand isn’t worth it I have nothing to do with such a brand. The fact that I am ready to work with this brand is an indication of its top quality” he added in his inaugural speech as the brand ambassador of the brand.
 

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ROMA 1-7 BAYERN MUNICH: ROBBEN RAMPANT AS BAVARIANS SEND OUT CHAMPIONS LEAGUE WARNING

The Dutchman scored twice as Pep Guardiola's side swept their opponents aside at the Stadio Olimpico to take firm control of their Champions League group.

Bayern Munich produced a scintillating display to batter Roma 7-1 and take firm control of Champions League Group E on Tuesday.

The five-time European champions were expected to face a difficult task in Rome, but Pep Guardiola's men made a mockery of those predictions as they ran riot.
Roma had lost just one competitive home match in 2014 and conceded only once in five wins at the Stadio Olimpico this term, but Rudi Garcia's side were left shell-shocked by Bayern's blitz of five goals in the space of 28 first-half minutes.

The terrific Arjen Robben started the rout before Mario Gotze - who scored twice in Bayern's 6-0 demolition of Werder Bremen on Saturday - doubled the advantage.

Robert Lewandowski's header made it 3-0 after 25 minutes before Robben's second and a contentious Thomas Muller penalty - who also scored from 12 yards against Werder - added further gloss.

Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Neuer had kept clean sheets in his last eight matches and appeared destined to extend that run with superb saves in the second half from Alessandro Florenzi and Gervinho before the latter scored a consolation in the 66th minute.

It proved brief relief for Roma, though, as substitutes Franck Ribery and Xherdan Shaqiri capped a wonderful evening for the Bundesliga champions, who can now reach the knockout stages by beating Roma in the return match at the Allianz Arena on November 5, as Manchester City could only draw 2-2 at CSKA Moscow earlier on Tuesday.

It took Bayern just eight minutes to find the breakthrough as Robben played a swift one-two with Philipp Lahm before cutting inside former Chelsea team-mate Ashley Cole on the right and providing a trademark curling finish into the far corner.

Roma almost found a quick response when Gervinho latched onto Mapou Yanga-Mbiwa's throughball, but he was thwarted by a smart stop from Neuer.

However, Roma's evening soon unravelled in stunning fashion.

First, Gotze finished a wonderfully crafted move after 23 minutes, receiving a pass back from Muller and side-footing into the left-hand corner from the edge of the box.

It became 3-0 less than two minutes later when the unmarked Lewandowski adjusted his feet well in the penalty area to head home Juan Bernat's left-wing cross.

Lewandowski then turned provider for the fourth with a well-weighted throughball and Robben's strike was too powerful for Roma goalkeeper Morgan De Sanctis.

The fifth arrived 10 minutes before the break when Kostas Manolas was harshly adjudged to have handled while sliding to block David Alaba's low cross and Muller placed the resulting penalty into the bottom right-hand corner.

With the game essentially over as a contest, Bayern relaxed after the break and Roma almost capitalised when Gervinho's shot rebounded off the post in the 54th minute.

Shortly after, substitute Florenzi's half-volley brought the best out of Neuer, who stood tall to beat away the shot.

Neuer then showed why he is considered one of the best goalkeepers in the world when he somehow kept out Gervinho's point-blank shot inside the six-yard box after he met Miralem Pjanic's free-kick.

Gervinho finally got the better of Neuer, though, when he nodded home Radja Nainggolan's cross at the back post.

Bayern were not finished, though, and Ribery's sublime deft chip restored his side's five-goal lead before De Sanctis spilled Rafinha's 20-yard shot and Shaqiri rounded the goalkeeper to net.

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D’BANJ SHOWS OFF NEW HAIR CUT

You like? Also check out a photo of himself and Akon. The two have a song they are currently working on and D'banj says christmas is coming early this time, lol. We love!

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OSCAR PISTORIUS JAILED FOR FIVE YEARS

South African athlete Oscar Pistorius has been jailed for five years for killing his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp this last Valentine's day. Judge Thokozile Masipa, issuing the ruling in court in Pretoria, also gave Pistorius a three-year suspended sentence for a firearms charge. Though he was cleared of murder, he was convicted of culpable homicide. He has since been led to the cells.

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TUFACE TO OPEN 3RD BRANCH OF RUMOURS NIGHT CLUB THIS YEAR

After opening a branch of Rumours Night Club in 2012 at Ikeja at the same building that housed the now rested Lacachette Nite club, Tuface shortly after that went ahead to open another branch at his neighbourhood in Festac town; a club people have termed one of the best in that neighbourhood, and now the music star is moving to the Island. 

As you read this, Tuface is currently working on a N400m naira property that will be used for the night club business and if things work out according to plans, the club would be opened for business this December. Big congrats to him.

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RONKE OSHODI OKE DELVES INTO MUSIC, SET TO LAUNCH ALBUM

This is authoritative and no jokes. It’s very much safe for you to address busty actress, Ronke Oshodi Oke as a musician when next you spot her. Ronke as a matter of fact she is almost ready with her debut album which she will be launching on November 16th, 2014 at Times Square Events Centre in Lagos. The album features 9ice, Oritsefemi, Pasuma amongst others. What do you have to say about this?

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ORITSE FEMI LAVISHES N224 MILLION ON MATERIAL THINGS ALONE

‘Double Wahala’ crooner, Oritse Femi, is actually reaping the fruit of his labour as he has moved into his a newly acquired duplex valued at N200m in the Lekki Phase 1 area of Lagos.

It could be observed that this year has actually been a memorable one for the artiste after winning various awards and his recently signing of a multi-million naira management deal with an Abuja-based management company, Avatar Entertainment sometime in September, 2014.

It was gathered that the singer acquired the new property, located off the popular Admiralty Way alongside a brand new 2014 Range Rover Evoque valued at N24m.

Confirming the story of his new house and car, Oritsefemi’s manager, Yusuf Adebola Adepitan, popularly called Danku said: ‘Yes, Oritsefemi has moved to Lekki now, and he also has a new Range Rover, for now, we’ll still maintain the house in Ikeja for the boys to stay.’

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KENNETH OKONKWO OBTAINS PDP NOMINATION FORM

Reports reaching us indicate that veteran Nollywood actor, Kenneth Okonkwo has purchased his nomination form after indicating his interest in a seat in the National Assembly come 2015.

The actor-cum-lawyer is hoping to represent the people of Nsukka/Igboeze South Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives. He will be contesting in the election under the platform of the Peoples’ Democratic Party, PDP.

After obtaining his form, the elated actor said, ‘Join me in thanking God for assisting me obtain my nomination form of our great party PDP to contest for the House of Representatives to represent Nsukka/ Igboeze South Federal Constituency. To Him be all the glory.’
Kenneth commands respect among his colleagues in the movie industry as well as his fans. He has been able to gain the trust and confidence of numerous movie buffs in Nigeria, which he hopes to bank on for his political career. He is one of the entertainers hoping to have a shot in politics in Nigeria in 2015.

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MY WIFE MAKES ME PULSE- DR. SID

Dr. Sid, born Sidney Onoriode Esiri, no doubt is now one of the leading musicians ruling the Nigerian music industry.

His love for his wife is so glaring and true, to prove that to his fans, the Mavin records super star posted a beautiful photo of his wife on her wedding dress with the caption: "She is my life and my light. She keeps me going and she makes me pulse."
The music icon also challenged his colleagues to go ahead and show the world who makes them pulse. He picked BankyW, DPrince, Davido and Falz, to follow the trend and proudly display the special one in their lives.

No doubts, Dr Sid's songs have been ruling the Nigerian airwaves after he joined forces with ace music producer, Don Jazzy.

The dentist turned songwriter and singer, Sidney hails from Delta State but grew up in Lagos. His legendary hits include Pop Something and recently 'Surulere'. He also featured in the reigning hit Dorobucci, a hit number done by his friend and boss, Don Jazzy.

The singer who is currently in the United Kingdom with his Mavin team on tour, got married to his girlfriend and long time fiancée Simi Osomo on Saturday, August 3rd 2014. 

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“GOD GAVE ME A SECOND CHANCE” – EKITI GOVERNOR FAYOSE PROSTRATES FOR GOD AT CHURCH SERVICE

Newly elected governor of Ekiti State, Ayo Fayose, is in a thankful mood.

During a thanksgiving service that took place at the Deeper Life Praying Camp, Ajebandele, Ado Ekiti, yesterday, Fayose reportedly laid down flat on the floor as he thanked God for blessings on his life. The photo above, which was reportedly taken at the service, has since gone viral.

Speaking at the service, Fayose said his re-election was due to divine intervention, Vanguard reports.

He reminisced about how he left the Government House eight years ago, and how according to him, he was persecuted for crimes that he didn’t commit.

“Having a second chance is very rare. If this time has been in Bible days, my name would have been one of the names to be recorded as those who God gave a second chance…
My return to government is not common in history. It is a rare miracle. During the seven and half years of my political wilderness, I was taken to Court at least 59 times over what I knew nothing. This is besides the 45 days I spent in Ikoyi Prisons,” he said.

Fayose’s wife, Feyisitan, also shared her testimony, stating that God had revealed her husband’s re-election to her.

“God revealed to me that my husband, Mr Ayodele Fayose, will return as the Governor, but He never told me the time. God told me that our return would be done in such a way that will beat the people’s imagination.

At a time, I prayed to God to please push my husband out of politics. Later, God told me that  He will leave him there for him to prove His power,” she said.

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2FACE TO RETURN TO KENNIS MUSIC 6 YEARS AFTER

10 years ago, 2face dropped his very first album, Face 2 Face shortly after Plantashun Boyz broke up in 2004, the album was released under the Kennis Music imprint. 

Fast forward to 2014 and 2face has enjoyed a truly remarkable career, recently dropping his 6th studio album, The Ascension which made its way to the top of iTunes Nigeria in no time and he’s also the boss of Hypertek Entertainment while boasting several local international awards and endorsements. 

And for the 10th year anniversary of the album, 2face has said he is set to make a return to Kennis Music, the label where it all began. 

In a recent interview with Hip Hop World magazine, 2face is quoted to have said: ‘It’s been 10 years (since) I dropped my first album, so Kennis Music and Hypertek Entertainment is about to celebrate (the) 10 years anniversary of my first album ‘Face To Face’ and it’s just about us re-packaging some things about the album.’ 

2face will be teaming up with the Kenny Ogungbe-led Kennis Music to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the release of his debut album as a solo artiste. 

However, a source in the Kennis Music camp, who pleaded anonymity, revealed that ‘2face and Kennis Music are planning something big, it’s more than just the celebration of his 10th anniversary. 

‘He has signed a new deal with Kennis Music and we would be working on a lot more,’ the source added. 

Further findings revealed that Kennis Music and 2face will on Friday, October 24, hold an official unveiling ceremony to reveal details of the new partnership. 

2face left Kennis Music in 2008 to found his own label in 2008 after his Grass 2 Grace album. He has since dropped 4 albums, The Unstoppable in 2008 and The Unstoppable International Edition in 2010 as well as Away & Beyond and The Ascension in 2012 and 2014 respectively.

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NOLLYWOOD STAR, FRED AMATA MAKES MUSIC DEBUT

Nollywood actor and filmmaker, Fred Amata has decided to try his hands on music. The popular actor released an Independence-inspired tune titled ‘You Are A Nigerian Man’ on October 1, 2014. 

 

Stating the reasons for his decision to make music on his Instagram page, Fred Amata said: ‘I shocked myself, I have always believed in the potential for humans to do absolutely anything they set out to. I have never had a singing voice, not even for Karaoke. But something about Nigeria, something about our current crises, the brewing hate, the looming threat of disintegration, the dwindling value for life, the eroding culture of brotherhood, worried me, inspired me, Invigorated me, and I sang. ‘You are a Nigerian Man’. I recollect the Nigeria I grew up in, the brotherhood of neighbors our bounteous unity in diversity. 

 

Nigerian Man was inspired to re invigorate patriotic fervor in Nigerians. It is my social responsibility call to All Nigerians. This is our Identity. It is light hearted and danceable. Help spread it, sing it, and dance to it. Happy Independence.’ 

 

With his new song, Fred Amata joins other Nollywood stars like Jim Iyke, Kate Henshaw, Desmond Elliot, Genevieve Nnaji and others who have all become involved in music at one time or the other in the past.

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FORMER BAYERN STAR ACCUSES OZIL OF CHEATING WITH HIS GIRLFRIEND

Arsenal’s World Cup winning midfielder, Mesut Ozil has become the latest Arsenal player to be involved in a sex scandal following allegations from a former football star from his native Germany. 

Former Bayern Munich player, Christian Lell has publicly accused Ozil of having a an amorous relationship his former girlfriend, Melanie Rickinger. 

In a recent interview with German newspaper, Bild, Lell, who describes Rickinger as a snake, also revealed that she exchanged intimate messages with the former Real Madrid star. 

According to reports, Ozil, who is in a serious relationship with German TV personality, Mandy Capristo, has refused to comment on the cheating allegations. 

Meanwhile, Lell’s ex- girlfriend hasn’t denied the accusations with the Arsenal striker but is clearly mad at her ex-boyfriend for going through her phone. 

‘I deleted everything on my phone. He must have gone on himself and backed everything up,’ He’s completely crazy,’ she said. 

The allegations involving Ozil is coming months after French player Olivier Giroud was snapped a mystery woman early this year.
 

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OLAMIDE UNVEILS OFFICIAL COVER FOR 4TH ALBUM

Indigenous language rapper, Olamide has unveiled the official cover for his 4th album, ‘Street Ot’.

The ‘Story for the Gods’ rapper took to his Instagram page last night to post the photo cover for his soon-to-be- released 4th album. 

With his three previous albums, Rapsodi, YBNL and Baddest Guy Ever Liveth all certified to have done very well in the market, the rapper and his teeming fans are upbeat that his 4th album will be a shattering success based on his high ratings and consistency. 

See his tweets and the album cover below

‘Let the countdown begin ..Official album cover by @aileleighile’

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TETUILA GOES ON CAMPAIGN TOUR IN KWARA (PHOTOS)

Tony Tetuila is one of the countless entertainers in the race for political office come the 2015 general elections. 

 

The singer turned politician is running for the Kwara State House of Assembly, Irepodun LGA, and after making his decision to contest a public knowledge a few weeks back, the singer is now taking the bull by the horns by paying a visit to his constituency to meet with Oro Ward 2 leaders and other women leaders in his local government. 

 

The trip back to his roots is to officially seek their blessings and as well explain his mission to them. 

 

A few weeks back, Alapomeji Records boss, 9ice, Kenny Saint Best and Nollywood actor, Desmond Olusola Elliot have all hosted key players in the wards and constituencies they hope to represent.

 

Tony Tetuila was one of three founding members of Nigeria’s pioneer hip hop group, The Remedies. As the first member to leave the group, Tetuila released a single titled ‘Omode Meta’ which features Plantashun Boys as well as Ruff, Rugged and Raw. 

 

The song went on to establish him, making him a star on his own terms.

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YINKA AYEFELE SHARES A MEMORABLE MOMENT WITH LATE DAD

Award winning gospel musician, Yinka Ayefele lost his father, High Chief Joshua Taiwo Ayefele on Sunday, October 12, 2014. 

His dad died shortly after the celebration of his 76th birthday party in Ekiti State on that day. 

Still mourning his dad, Ayefele, who is arguably the country’s leading gospel musician, shared a picture of himself and his dad dancing together as his Blackberry display picture in the aftermath of his late dad’s passing. 

He captioned it: ‘My best moment with my dad, Chief J.T Ayefele. 

Burial arrangements for the late Pa Ayefele, a respected educationist and community leader in Ipoti Ekiti until his demise at the beginning of the week, are yet to be announced by the Ayefele family.
 

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OLAMIDE DEFENDS WIZKID OVER EXCESSIVE COLLABORATION CHARGES

With Wizkid currently in the eye of the storm over issues bordering on attitude and excessive collaboration charges from fellow artistes, Samklef and lately Saeon, rapper, Olamide has leapt to Wizkid’s defence. 

The female singer in a recent instagram post allege that Wizkid was paid #1.5 million to feature on her song ‘Boogie down’ and he couldn’t even acknowledge her with a retweet about the song when it was released. 

With the news going viral, fans have been seeking out other artistes who have featured Wizkid on songs, asking them how much they paid Wizkid probably in order to know where to place the blame. 

A few minutes ago, a fan tweeted at Olamide asking the Bariga born rapper who raps in Yoruba language, him how much he paid Wizkid to feature on his 2011 hit single, ‘Omo to shan.’ 

In a manner reflecting maturity but which might not be the actual truth, Olamide replied saying: ‘He did it for free... Let my nigga be great.’  

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DAVIDO GRABS ‘SOUL TRAIN AWARDS’ NOMINATION

The year 2014 has been quite remarkable for BET award-winning artiste Davido.  

Having won several awards already in 2014 with a couple more nominations in a couple more awards before the year-ends; the pop star has just been nominated in this year’s edition of the Soul Train Awards.
 

Davido was nominated in the Best International Performance Category alongside Machel Montano, Nico and Vinz, Sam Smith, Ziggy Marley and Shaggy. He was nominated for his 2014 smash hit tune, ‘Aye‘ at the 2014 Soul Train Awards scheduled to take place on Sunday, November 30. 

American pop star, Chris Brown leads with seven nominations for the 2014 Soul Train Awards. Brown is followed by six nods for Beyonce and five for Pharell Williams while other nominees include Jhene Aiko, Janelle Monae, John Legend and others.
 

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TEEBILLZ FINALLY OPENS UP ON MARRIAGE CRASH RUMOURS

The last few weeks have seen serious marriage crash rumours trailing the 5-month-old marriage of Nigerian power couple. Tiwa Savage and Tunji Balogun. 

The rumours got even more intense when both parties declined to comment on the issue, and when Tiwa Savage practically forgot to wish TeeBillz a happy birthday until much later in the day when he turned a year older on September 26. 

However, the couple told people close to them that they won’t react to anything regarding the rumours, saying their body language would tell the true story. 

While they have hardly been seen together at public functions in recent times, on Sunday, October 12, 2014, the couple stepped out together a Sunday service at the Pastor Paul Adefarasin-led House on The Rock in Lekki, Lagos. 

Speaking on the alleged break up rumour for the first time, Tee Billz spoke to Encomium magazine, saying: ‘We are still very much in love and happily married.’ Last week, when Tiwa Savage dropped her new song ‘My Darling’ Tee Billz made an Instagram post where he shared their wedding picture with the caption, ‘WCM (Woman Crush Wednesday)’ with Tiwa Savage replying thus: ‘All Day Everyday.’ 

Sources close to the couple said it is true they had issues recently but that both are committed to not just keeping the union going but making their marriage sustainable and lifelong.

 

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MUSIC STAR, PRESH PART WAYS WITH FIANCÉE

Presh former music partner of Kcee, has parted ways with his fiancée, Princess Diane. Princess Diane, a Unilag graduate dated Presh for 3years before they finally call it quit. Their love was so strong that they had a quiet engagement at her home town in Oko, Anambra State in 2011 with a white wedding to follow soon. They were so in love that people prayed for their kind of love. But surprisingly the two parted ways and Presh is said to have moved on.

Presh in a recent interview confirmed the breakup when he said he is very much single and all he thinks about now is his music.

“I am not married. I’m not even in a relationship. All I see and think about now is my music. My dream woman has to be pretty, humble and have a sense of humour. You know she has to be a balance between a good and a bad girl. Not too holy and not too spoilt, so we can both be spontaneous and do crazy things together,’’ he said.

Princess has also deleted all the pictures of the music star from her social media accounts.

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PLEASE BE CAREFUL BEFORE YOU OPEN YOUR MOUTH..........D’BANJ

D’banj aka Bangalee as he wish to be addressed, is currently not happy with some event promoters in New York for allegedly using his name to sell their shows.

Though the singer did not mention names but was accused by a fan on the social media for not turning up for the Nigeria’s Independence parade according to the tweets.

The fans accused him of them waiting to see him perform in the cold but was nowhere to be found.

Here is the conversation below;

Why you insulting me Madame. Did I tell u I will perform, did u see me tweet or confirm? Please be careful before u open your mouth, Do your research and get the right information OK? I was at the World Bank in DC fighting to Eradicate Poverty all week. No be your fault sha. RT @PrettyUgo: @iamdbanj is f**kd up. He didn't want to perform at the Nigerian parade. @BankyW I hope u will not disappoint.

I'm so upset too but maybe u should get at the promoter or Organisers that used my name without permission and agreement. U all lucky I'm in a good mood would have sued you Guys. Thieves... RT @Nzubeji: Was so upset because @iamdbanj didn't perform at the parade waited all day for it and it didn't happen.

Yes very unfair my brother especially to my Dear Fans who waited in the Cold. Who was the promoter that did this RT @MrAyeDee: It was unfair to hype a performance by @iamdbanj and not even have him show up. Re: NYC Nigeria Independence Day Post Parade Concert. If I @madeiinafrica @iamdbanj But i thought he never made any announcement about performing. I waited too but i later found the promoter lied 

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RAPPER, MODE 9 HAS SOMETHING TO SAY ON HEADIES’ EXCLUSION

Veteran Nigerian rapper, Babatunde Olusegun, better known as Mode 9, who recently dropped his 6th studio album, Above Ground level, has spoken on his exclusion from this year’s nomination list for the Headies. 

Mode 9, who is speaking especially on the Lyricist on The Roll category which he has won a record 6 times, in a recent interview with HipTV: 

‘Even with my hands are tied behind my back, it’s not a fair fight if I’m nominated in that category, I’ve won it several times, and I think it’s time for others to win as well. Really it’s kind of boring if I keep wining and winning.’ 

The nominees in the category for this year are include Ice Prince, Posly TD, Jesse Jagz and Yung6ix.

 

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OCTOBER 1, INVASION 1897, DAZZLING MIRAGE TO FLY NIGERIA’S FLAG AT AFRIFF 2014

Organisers of the annual Africa International Film Festival have revealed Kunle Afolayan‘s October 1, Lancelot Oduwa‘s Invasion 1897 as part of the movies to represent Nollywood at this year’s edition of the festival. 
This was made known during the press conference held last weekend at Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos with the festival’s artistic director, Keith Shiri and the founder, Chioma Ude were in attendance. 
Other films to represent the country are Tunde Kelani‘s Dazzling Mirage and Gone Too Far, an adaption from Bola Agbaje’s play directed by Destiny Ekaragha. 
Shiri further revealed that Oscar nominated documentary, The Square will open the festival while Hard To Get, from first-time feature South African director, Zee Ntuli, will be used as the closing night movie. 
The movie, Difret from Ethiopia as well as the African Metropolis’ six short films that examine the complexity of urban life from Abidjan, Cairo, Dakar, Johannesburg, Lagos and Nairobi are among others to be screened at the film festival slated to hold at the Tinapa Business and Leisure Resort, Calabar, Cross River State, between Sunday, November 9 to Sunday, November 16, 2014.
 
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KENNY SAINT BEST POSES WITH SENATOR MAMORA AT STATE HOUSE

Nigerian entertainers in politics are all stepping up their game as the 2015 general elections draw nearer. The first picture released online is that on singer cum politician 9ice who spent his salah day at the Oyo state government house where he partied with the incumbent Governor Abiola Adeyemi Ajimobi.
Now, a picture of female gospel singer cum politician, Kenny Saint Best, has also been released. 
In the picture, KSB who was at the State House in Lagos during the Salah break, is seen posing with one of the chieftains of the All Progressives Congress and former senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Olorunibe Mamora. 
KSB is seeking a seat in the Lagos State House of Assembly as a law maker representing Ikeja Constituency 1.
 
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‘DOROBUCCI IS NOT A JUJU WORD’ – DADDY SHOWKEY

Veteran musician Daddy Showkey, whose real name is John Odafe Asiemo who recently featured singer, Harrysong on his new song titled ‘Assalambeez’ has just been captured in a video hanging out with Mavin Records boss, Don Jazzy. 
In the video, the Ghetto Soldier, as Daddy Showkey is also widely known, called Don Jazzy his child and threw his weight behind the smash hit tune ‘Dorrobucci’ saying ‘it’s not a Juju word’ and urging Don Jazzy to continue in his giant strides.
 
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I DON'T ENVY TIWA SAVAGE- LOLA SAVAGE

Although they have 'Savage' surname in common and also have what it takes to dazzle in the music terrain, Lola Savage has made it known that she is not in music competition with her name sake, Tiwa Savage.

Commenting on the female artiste she would love to collaborate with, Lola gladly mentioned Tiwa Savage, her reason been to show the world that there is no competition between them.

“I believe we need to show the world that there is no competition. Jo-el and Tuface are a good example. The bad thing about Nigerians is that we don’t see things from a different perspective. What I need to do is to show Nigerians that there is no competition between Tiwa and I, by doing a song with her. That doesn’t mean I am trying to hide behind her shadows to bring myself up; that’s not my intention.”

The sexy songstress also revealed that she cannot quit music for a relationship.

Hear her; “I definitely can’t quit music for my relationship whoever it is that I am with should know and understand who I am and what I come with. Relationship is about respecting each other and I will not quit music for a relationship."

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DAKORE EGBUSON'S HUBBY CELEBRATES HER IN A SPECIAL WAY

Just like some other celebrity marriages are crashing, ironically some others are waxing stronger.

A typical example is that of Dakore Egbuson Akande and her husband, Olumide Akande.

The two love birds are obviously so happily married as Mr. Akande took to his Instagram page to give a shout out to his wife.

"Me and the Mrs @dakoreea - Crane Hotel, Barbados circa 2008 - before she was the Mrs, before the kids, before real responsibilities, before life as we know it! 8.5 years long, 8.5 years strong...still love this woman. #celebrateyourpartnertoday" he posted while sharing one of their sweet memorable pictures.

It could be recalled that their love affair had once experienced some hitch but the couple continued their relationship amidst the ups and downs and finally had their wedding in January 2011. They are now blessed with two daughters, 3 years and 7months.

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HOW JA RULE, ASHANTI’S PERFORMANCE STUNNED WARRI FANS

Rapper Ja Rule and R &B singer, Ashanti have always proved to be “the best pair” on stage serenading music lovers across the world. And last Wednesday’s performance was not different as the American superstars kept fun seekers, in Warri, Delta State, grooving throughout the night in the spirit of marking the nation’s 54th Independence anniversary.
 
The show, “Warri Again”, organised by Brownhill Event Centre, saw a galaxy of Nigerian artistes and comedians sharing the stage with the international artistes. It was indeed, a show of class and glamour as there was no dull moment while it lasted.
 
Despite the heavy downpour that almost marred the show, hordes of revellers continued swarming the event venue to catch a glimpse of the concert.
Ace-comedian, Ali Baba and songstress, Omawumi, who anchored the show, were in their best elements, dishing out rib-cracking jokes. The show kicked off at about 10 pm, with Seyi Shay mounting the stage to thrill the quality audience with her electrifying performance.
Thereafter, reggae-dancehall singer and songwriter, Patoranking took the floor and rendered his wave-making single “Girlie O”, But when he sang “Alubarika”, the audience took to their heels as they danced to the rhythm of the song.
Iyanya also thrilled the audience with sexy dance steps, just as the highlife musician, Flavour got a standing ovation after performing “Ada Ada”. Other artistes that gave good accounts of themselves were Daddy Showkey, Yemi Alade and Orisefemi.
But the turning point of the show was when Ja Rule and Ashanti appeared on stage. The two set the stage on fire with their freestyling to the beat of Ashanti’s chart-topping hit “Foolish.”
Ashanti also had the crowd roaring with her sexual dance moves and dancehall whining. It has been more than 13 years since Ashanti’s single “Foolish” was released on her debut album, and the audience still goes wild as if it were still fresh.
Ja Rule stayed true to his rap and rhyme, while Ashanti gave her classic “Ashanti” R&B vocals on the chorus. While their performance lasted, the elated audience kept standing, shouting and hailing the artistes. They proved to their Warri fans that the dawn to dusk wait was not in vain.
 
..Oritsefemi disappoints fans!
For Warri fans who were looking forward to watching their idol perform on stage were disappointed when the “Double Wahala” crooner, Oritsefemi mounted the stage and gave a poor account of himself.
The expectation was very high among the audience as he took the floor to perform his reigning song, “Double Wahala.” But no sooner he had raised the tempo than it dropped. Unable to continue performing, however, the wave-making singer suddenly disappeared from the stage, leaving his fans whispering and asking for more. His performance did not last up to 3 minutes before he disappeared from the stage.
Many suspected that the Delta State born singer ran out of energy, and quickly disappeared to save himself from being embarrassed on stage. It was so bad that a member of the audience threw a water bottle at him, which he grabbed immediately before disappearing from the stage. It was a show of shame for Oritsefemi.

…Davido to refund payment?
If there is one artiste, fun seekers in Warri were looking forward to beholding at the event, the artiste was Davido. But unfortunately, the “Aye” crooner was conspicuously missing in action.
Showtime gathered that the award-winning singer missed his flight to Warri, on the D-day, hence he could not it make to the show. No one knows whether the organisers would compel him to refund the amount paid to him for the show.
But in his absence, Wizkid took the shine at the one-stop event. The crowd erupted into uncontrollable excitement when Wizkid mounted the stage and rendered some of his hits songs.
Shouts of Wizkid rented the air as he jumped from end of the stage to the other with his female fans struggling to grab his hands. Overwhelmed by the reaction of the audience, the Starboy dipped his hand into his back pocket and pulled out a bundle of N1000 notes which he threw into the crowd. Also, he removed his cap and his unisex sunglasses and threw them into the crowd
 
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PATRICK OBAHIAGBON MOCKS ACTORS JOINING POLITICS

Controversial politician and former Federal lawmaker from Edo State, Patrick Obahiagbon has reacted to the recent trend of entertainers, especially movie actors trying their luck with politics.

In recent times, some Nigerian entertainers have made their intentions known to dabble into politics, which is believed to be a very dirty game in Nigeria and a quick avenue to amass wealth through the embezzlement of public funds.

The likes of Kate Henshaw, Desmond Elliot, Tony Tetuila, 9ice, KSB, Bob Manuel Ndokwu, Julius Agwu and some others have expressed their desire to take political positions in their respective domains.

While some Nigerians have questioned the genuineness of these moves by the entertainers, Obahiagbon, who is currently the Chief of Staff to the Edo State Governor, Adams Oshiomhole, has sarcastically said he hopes Nollywood gets improvement because of it.

In his words, “With this recent Nollywood to politics trend, maybe the movies will get better.”
Though a top Hollywood actor, Arnold Schwarzenegger became the Governor of California in the USA, it is not certain if any of the Nigerian entertainers would end up being a successful politician, especially Julius Agwu who wishes to occupy the position of Governor Rotimi Amaechi of Rivers State in 2015.

For now, some Nigerians still see these entertainers joining politics as jockers.

 

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