Friday 29 August 2014

Boko Haram reportedly ‘beheading’ Christians in Gwoza

According to reports, Boko Haram militants are beheading young men in the Christian community in Gwoza, the Borno town that the insurgent group recently took over and declared an Islamic caliphate.

Sources from the town claim that Christian men who refuse to convert to Islam are being beheaded while the women are being forced into marriages with the insurgents.
"It is quite clear that terrorism has no friend, but it is abundantly clear that the Christians are worst hit. The whole town and the Parish rectory have been occupied by the terrorists. So many structures and items have been vandalized. Dozens have been killed and a lot of church structures have been burnt down. Christians in the town are really in a terrible situation, a moment of great persecution. Christian men were caught and beheaded, the women were forced to become Muslims and were taken as wives to the terrorists.” Rev. Fr. Gideon Obasogie, the social communications director of the catholic diocese of Maiduguri said. Continue...

Comedienne Joan Rivers placed in medically induced coma

Hope she comes out of this. I always hoped she would live up to 100. She always seemed so strong, energetic and bubbly. According to E!, the legendary comedienne is in a medically induced coma at Mount Sinai hospital in New York.
Joan's heart stopped beating shortly after a routine surgery on her throat began at a clinic in NYC and was quickly rushed to the hospital. Her daughter Melissa flew to New York from L.A last night and is said to be by her mother's said.
"I want to thank everyone for the overwhelming love and support for my mother. She is resting comfortably and is with our family. We ask that you continue to keep her in your thoughts and prayers." Melissa said in a statement...
Joan Rivers was in New York to promote her new book Diary of a Mad Woman when she went for surgery. She also filmed Fashion Police earlier this week appearing perfectly healthy. Prayers for Joan

Photos: See how Nigerians seek asyllum under harsh conditions in South Africa

Here are some photos and a video shot by Sahara TV that captures the plight of Nigerian immigrants seeking asylum under harsh conditions in Pretoria, South Africa. According to a South African immigration officer, about 1000 Nigerians besiege their office on a daily basis seeking asylum. See more photos and the video after the cut...

Hours after executing 300 Syrian soldiers, ISIS parade capatured Kurds, then beheads one

ISIS militants yesterday released a video showing them executing about 300 Syrian soldiers they captured near the Tabqa air base as the soldiers attempted to flee the fallen air base in Raqqa, Syria.

They stripped the soldiers down to their briefs, took them to the desert, lined them up and executed them. Then hours later, they posted another video showing captured Kurd fighters wearing orange prison uniforms. This time they executed only one....beheaded him on video (pictured right)...while warning the Kurds to break from their alliance with the US government against the caliphate or face more capture and executions.

Islamic State also threatened America in the video, warning them to cease its support of the Kurdish people or they will continuing beheading prisoners, including Americans. See the photos after the cut...

Photo: Uche Jombo stylishly hides her baby bump

See how she pushed her leg forward so her bump is not that obvious...lol. Rock on, babe!

I Have Commitment Issues - Reminisce

Nigerian musician, Reminisce has revealed that even though he presently lives with the mother of his two kids, he is not ready to take her to the altar.
Reminisce
Reminisce sits down with Toke Makinwa
He was talking to Punch reporters and said his reason for this was because he is still planning his future and also having some serious issues with commitment.
He also said that he has no ill will towards late singer, Goldie for using the song he wrote ” Don’t Touch My Body” and not giving him credit.

'I'm taking 8 years break from acting to do politics' - Kate Henshaw

Actress Kate Henshaw has revealed she plans to take a break from acting to face politics squarely. When asked if she's quitting acting for politics in an interview with Sahara TV, Ms Henshaw said;
"Well, Well, I will take a break to serve the larger population of Nigeria. I won't quit. Arnold Schwarzenegger was Governor and he is back to acting again. You take time off,you serve your people. I don't hope to be there forever. I just want to do, make noise, leave when the ovation is loudest. That's the best way. Yeah ...I don't want to be there for 10 years, 12 years, 16 years, that's the best way. I want to do other things. 4-8 years, that's the limit you can hold me to my word." Continue...

Photos: Anambra state Govt hold Night of Tribute for Dora Akunyili

Anambra State Government yesterday Wednesday, August 27, 2014 held an Honours and Tributes ceremony for late Prof. Dora Akunyili, at the Women Development Centre in Awka, the Anambra State capital. The well-attended event hosted by Willie Obiano, Governor of Anambra State, was graced by eminent personalities such as former Heads of State, Generals Yakubu Gowon and Olusegun Obasanjo.

Sh will be committed to mother earth yesterday August 28th. See more photos after the cut...

Father cleared of murdering drunk driver who killed his two young sons

David Barajas (pictured above) has been acquitted by a jury in Texas court after he allegedly shot dead the man who killed his two young sons, David Jr 12, and Caleb, 11. Barajas had been standing trial over the shooting death of Jose Banda, 20, who was found dead in his car shortly after an accident in Houston, Texas.

According to prosecutors, David Barajas and his sons had been driving home on the day of the incident when they ran out of fuel near their home. He then asked his two sons to get down from the car and help push it. As the boys were pushing the car, a drunk Banda crashed into the back of his car instantly crushing his sons to death. Prosecutors say an angry Barajas returned home to retrieve his gun which he then used to shoot Banda with a single gunshot to the head.

When Barajas went to court for the killing, he was found not guilty of the murder. Continue...

Health minister confirms Ebola death, two other cases in Port Harcourt

OK, this is getting confusing. On Tuesday August 26th, Nigeria's Health Minister, Prof. Onyebuchi Chukwu said there was only case of Ebola in Nigeria, now he's confirmed that a doctor indeed died in Port Harcourt from Ebola. His name is Ikye Enemoah.
Speaking with newsmen in Abuja today, the Minister said the doctor died on Friday Aug. 22nd after treating a diplomat who had direct contact with Patrick Sawyer, the first case of Ebola virus disease in Nigeria. He said laboratory analysis on his corpse showed he died from Ebola.
"Following the report of his death by the doctor's widow the next day, the case had been thoroughly investigated and laboratory analysis showed that this doctor died from EVD (Ebola Virus Disease" the Minister told reporters in Abuja
He also confirmed to reporters that two people in Port Harcourt have contracted the Ebola disease, the doctor's wife and the diplomat he treated. The wife has been quarantined and the diplomat under surveillance. So Ebola has moved from Lagos to Port Harcourt?

Ebola officially moves to Port Harcourt, 70 people reportedly under surveillance

Following the death of Port Harcourt based doctor, Iyke Enemoah, from Ebola on August 22nd, 70 people in Port Harcourt who had primary and secondary contacts with the doctor and the hospital where he worked have now been put under surveillance in a bid to stop the spread of the deadly virus in the city.
Dr. Enemoah's wife is the only one who has been quarantined.

Photos: Stylish couple Kim & Kanye enjoy romantic dinner in L.A

Kim and her husband Kanye West  pictured on their way to a romantic French restaurant for dinner late Wednesday in L.A. See more photos after the cut...

Burna Boy addresses 'something' on Twitter...

He tweeted this a few minutes ago and then deleted it. Don't know what its about. See another tweet after the cut...

Singer Jeremiah Gyang & wife celebrate 4th wedding anniversary

Singer, Jeremiah Gyang and his wife Ladi Gyang are celebrating their 4th wedding anniversary yesterday. Jeremiah shared these romantic photos with a loving message to his wife on Instagram. The couple, who got married in 2010, is blessed with a two year old daughter named Ella.

Gunmen attack army camp in Bauchi, Commander killed


Unknown gunmen at about 5.20 yesterday morning August 28th attacked an Army camp manned by six armed soldiers at Wunti -Dada, a suburb of Bauchi state, killing the commander of the camp and a soldier.

According to reports by The Nation, the unknown gunmen arrived the camp in two motorcycles immediately after the early morning Muslim prayers and opened fire, killing the commander and the soldier.

Wunti-Dada has been one of the known security challenge points within the state capital with a lot of unusual incidents. Both the Bauchi state Police Public relations officer and the the 33 Artillery Brigade spokesman have refused to comment on the development.

Enugu state gets new deputy Governor

48 hours after Sunday Onyebuchi was impeached as the deputy governor of Enugu state for rearing chickens in his official quarters, members of the Enugu state house of Assembly yesterday Aug. 28th, confirmed clergy man and politician, Ralph Nwoye (pictured above) as the new deputy governor of the state.

Mr Ralph Nwoye, a pastor of the Christ Ascension Church in Enugu, is said to be a former Local government chairman. He is expected to be sworn-in as deputy governor soon.

Photos from the wedding of First Bank MD's daughter, Omolola Onasanya

Omolola Onasanya, the daughter of the Managing Director of First Bank of Nigeria, Bisi Onasanya recently married her man, Olusola Oladunjoye. The wedding took place at the City of David Parish of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Lekki Lagos. Dignitaries at the wedding included Bayelsa state Governor, Seriake Dickson, Aliko Dangote, Femi Otedola, Tiwa Savage, Bola Shagaya, Ogun State First Lady and many others. See more photos after the cut...

Photos: Pres. Jonathan launches new national e-ID card in Abuja

President Jonathan yesterday August 28th launched the new national e-ID card at the Villa in Abuja. The new e-ID card which is powered by MasterCard is a multi-purpose card for identification, electronic signatures, and can be used for depositing money, withdrawing and making payments. So it's both an ID card and ATM.

The first phase of the project will see 13million Nigerians issued the card while the next phase will target 100million Nigerians. The project is a partnership with MasterCard, the Nigerian National Identity Management Commission and Access bank. See more photos after the cut...

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt finally married

According to reports, Hollywood royalty Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, who have been together for 9 years and share 6 children, are now married.

The couple's publicist said they quietly got married last weekend Saturday 23rd at a very private ceremony attended by family and friends in Chateau Miraval, France. Angie and Brad's kids are said to have participated in the wedding. Her oldest two sons, Maddox and Pax walked her down the aisle, while their daughters Shiloh and Knox served as ring bearers. Best of luck in their union.

Joan Rivers stops breathing during surgery, said to be in critical condition

Comedian and E! Fashion Police star Joan Rivers was rushed to the hospital in New York City this afternoon after she stopped breathing during a surgery on her throat

Rivers, 81, was undergoing a throat procedure in a clinic when she stopped breathing. She was rushed to Mount Sinai hospital in New York where authorities said she's in critical condition.

After her heart stopped beating during surgery, an emergency call was placed to 911 and the caller said, "We have somebody in either cardiac or respiratory arrest."

TMZ said it's not clear if doctors were able to restart her heart.

Photo: Tracy Nwapa receives brand new car from parents for her birthday

TV personality and star of Reality Access, Tracy Nwapa turned a year older on August 27th and received a Mini Cooper from her parents as a birthday gift. The brand new Mini Cooper cost a whopping N8.5 million. Now that's celebrating grande! Congrats and happy birthday in arrears.

Neyo blasted by fans after his ex-GF reveals he made her tie her tubes

What I don't understand is why any woman in her right thinking mind, especially if she's in her 20s, will let any man convince her to tie her tubes. Especially a man who is not even your husband. Tying your tubes should be a decision you make on your own.

Anyway, on the last episode of Atlanta Exes, Ne-Yo's baby mama Monyetta Shaw tearfully confided in Cee-Lo Green's ex-wife Christina that she agreed to have her tubes tied at Ne-Yo’s request. Ne-Yo has since left her and now has a new girlfriend.

After the mother of two made this revelation, fans, women and foes came for Neyo. They blasted the heck out of him. He finally responded yesterday to the backlash. See that after the cut...

'I never went to university' - billionaire Folorunsho Alakija admits


One of Africa's richest women and chairman of Famfa Oil, Mrs Folorunsho Alakija on August 27th revealed that she never went to a university, saying one does not need a university education to make it in life. Mrs Alakija said this while speaking with students of the University of Lagos during the 2014 UN International Youths Day in Lagos.

"I come from Ikorodu, Lagos state. I am married to a dashing young lawyer of 70 years of age and we have four grown up gentlemen and grandchildren. It has not been a rag to riches fairytale. It has not been an overnight phenomenon like some cases which you find here and there all over the world. For as long as I can remember, I had always wanted my own business. Hard work...am trying to tell you how I got to where I am if you want those billions. Hard work, diligence, persistence...days where you nearly gave up but I chose not to give up." Continue...

Shakira and Gerard Piqué expecting second child

Singer Shakira 37, and her footballer beau Gerard Piqué, 27, are expecting their second child. Shakira confirmed to Cosmopolitan Spain, today. Speaking in Spanish Shakira said; "Pues sí, la verdad es que sí, estoy embarazada." 

Shakira and Gerard welcomed a son Milan, in January 2013. They are yet to marry! Congrats to them

Beyonce slays it in new photos for CR Fashion Book...

Queen Bey slays it in her first editorial for Carine Roitfeld's CR Fashion Book. Nobody does it like she does. See more photos after the cut...

Photos from late Prof. Dora Akunyili's burial


Prof. Dora Akunyili was buried yesterday August 28th at her husband's compound in Agulu, Anambra state. Dignitaries at the burial included Gen. Yakubu Gowon, Information Minister Labaran Maku, Deputy Speaker of House of Reps, Bauchi State governor Isa Yuguda, Onyeka Onwenu and many others. See more photos after the cut...

Thursday 28 August 2014

Pres. Jonathan condemns stigmatization of Nigerians over Ebola

Find the State House press below...
President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan Wednesday in Abuja condemned the stigmatization of Nigerians by some countries over recent cases of the Ebola Virus Disease in the country.
Speaking at a meeting with Mr. David Navarro, a Special Envoy of the United Nations Secretary-General, President Jonathan particularly denounced discriminatory actions such as that which forced Nigeria’s team to the Youth Olympics in China to abandon its participation.
Noting that there was no justification for such stigmatization of Nigerians since the Ebola Virus Disease had been effectively  contained in the country and never attained epidemic levels, the President called for the cessation of discriminatory actions against Nigerians over the virus and urged the UN Secretary General, Mr.  Ban Ki Moon  to support the call.

‘I’m a fashion Icon’ – KCee reacts to fashion critics

In an interview with TheNETng, Limpopo crooner, Kcee reacted to criticisms by some fans regarding his style. Kcee says he's a fashion icon & those who criticize him don't know anything about fashion
"As far as I’m concerned those that are talking about my dress sense don’t even know what fashion is all about, they just want to talk, and as a celebrity, people just want to pick on you and say whatever they like. For those that know me very well, if there’s anything that I can boast of, it’s fashion, I don’t joke with it. Most of these talks actually started from pictures I posted on Instagram, and really I got the buzz I needed at that time, so I even went on to post more pictures so people would talk more, and guess what, my followers have increased drastically with all these fashion talks. I don’t even respond to them, I don’t take it serious, I’m happy and making more money, so I’m not loosing anything. If you come to my wardrobe you’ll know what I’m saying, I’m a fashion icon
...and I can brag about it. Sometimes there are some things you can’t brag about, but for me I can brag about fashion, I don’t have a problem with my fashion sense" he said Kcee says he does not have a stylist as he does all his styling himself ‘I don’t have a stylist, I style myself. These same set of people that talk negatively about a certain outfit would commend me on another one, so I just see them as confused people. The truth is I don’t get angry at them, rather I get inspired’ he said

Beyonce and Jay Z are expecting baby No.2

Of course I'm just being sarcastic. They are no longer divorcing, now they are expecting a baby? According to OK magazine, Jay Z and Beyonce are expecting their second baby. They even claim Jay Z has officially announced it to his staff. Really?
He's informed their entire entourage that they need to use relaxed voices, mellow lighting, and listen only to soft music, and he's said that all of the food Beyonce's eat should be organic. He's really doing his best to make sure that she's as comfortable and healthy as possible

Actress/singer Vilara releases new promo photos

Meet fresh, young, talented and beautiful actress and singer, Seun Omolara Omojola who goes by the stage name, 'Vilara'. The graduate of History and International Relations from Lagos state University is also a model. See more photos after the cut...

She's that powerful? Blue Ivy Carter shuts down BET's 106 & Park

On Monday, Chris Brown's girlfriend Karrueche Tran made a tasteless joke about Blue Ivy's hair at the VMAs during her first presenting gig with BET's 106 and Park.

Not only did fans blast both Karrueche and BET, now according to multiple reports, the music programme is going on hiatus. 106 and Park will off the air for the rest of the week and writers and producers associated with the joke have been fired.

Like I said before, you can't mess with music's royal baby and not get burned. See the apology tweets from BET exec Stephen Hill after the cut...

Police declares man wanted - read the press statement

Hassan Jimoh Mustapha (pictured above) is wanted by the Nigeria Police Force. The Office of the Commissioner of Police, Police Special Fraud Unit, Department of Criminal Investigation Department (Force CID) Area 10, Garki, Abuja released the statement below...

Air France, British Airways suspend flights to Sierra Leone, Liberia

Air France has temporarily suspended all its flights to Sierra Leone due to the current Ebola outbreak in West Africa. In a statement released by management of Air France on August 27th, the French government recommended the national carrier to suspend all its flight to Sierra Leone.
"Given the way the epidemic has evolved and the condition of the health systems.....the public authorities recommend to Air France that it temporarily suspend its services to Freetown" the statement read in part
Meanwhile British Airways has also suspended all its flights to Liberia and Sierra Leone till 2015. 
 
British Airways had earlier suspended its flights to the countries till September 2014 but reviewed the situation and decided to extend its flights suspension to 2015.
Liberia has been worst hit since the Ebola outbreak in West Africa with 624 deaths recorded.

Photo: Femi & Yeni Kuti celebrate their grandma as she turns 93

Femi and Yeni's maternal grandmother turned 93 yesterday and Femi took to twitter to celebrate her.

Photo: Driver who escaped with employer’s N6.5m vehicle arrested

26 year old Kingsley Nwabueze (pictured above) has been arrested by operatives of the Lagos State Criminal Investigative Department for stealing and absconding with his boss's Infinity FX 35 SUV valued at N6.5 million, less than three months after he was employed. Continue...

Mercy Johnson's loving message to her husband on their wedding anniversary

Mercy Johnson Okojie took to Twitter to send a loving message to her husband Odi Okojie as they celebrate 3 years of married life. The couple got married on Aug. 27th 2011. Happy anniversary!

Aneke Twins release new photos

These ladies like to take photos sha...every other month there's an Aneke Twins photo shoot. The acting sisters Chidimma (left or right) and Chidiebere Aneke (left or right) just released these new photos. See them after the cut...