Friday, 11 October 2013

“I’d love to marry Genevieve, my story is not complete without her” – Dbanj

  Dbanj is obviously still in love with Genevieve and the best part is that he is planning to produce a movie called Banga Lee staring Genevieve. In a recent interview with PUNCH, D’banj disclosed how much he loves the Nollywood actress. See excerpts below:  “Apart from the fact that she is my friend, she has been a part of my success. There is no way you are going to tell my story that Genevieve’s...

Thursday, 10 October 2013

Actress Omoni Oboli Morns Deji Falae's On His Birthday

Death have not been so fair to the plane crash victims of few days ago as yesterday, 9th October was the 43rd birthday of Deji Falae's, Ondo State Commissioner for Culture and Tourism and son of Olu Falae, had he not been on the ill-fated plane crash. Popular Nollywood actress Omoni Oboli yesterday took to her twitter page to mourn him. It was in the indeed a heartfelt message that caught the attention of other sympathizers who couldn’t...

Nigeria wins right to host Africa Music Awards

Following months of intensive deliberations, Nigeria has eventually won the rights to host the Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA). This decision was reached by the International Committee of AFRIMA in a meeting held on, Saturday October 5, 2013 at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos. According to AFRIMA’s Brand Communication and Sponsorship Director, Matlou Tsotetsi who addressed journalists at a press conference held on Sunday, October 6, 2013...

‘I’m alive and okay’ – Olu Jacobs dispels death rumours

Contrary to news hovering on social media networks, veteran Nollywood actor Olu Jacobs is still living strong and healthy. Speaking to Nigerian Entertainment Today, Olu Jacobs laughed as he dispelled the rumour ‘I am not dead. I am alive and okay’, he told our  reporter. Born in 1942, the actor has starred in several British television series and international films, also featuring in over 120 Nollywood movies. In 2007,...

Tuesday, 8 October 2013

Mercy Johnson finally loses baby weight

Few months after hitting the gym and working at different movie locations, Nollywood star, Mercy Johnson has attained a slim new look. Showing off her new look, the actress, posted few pictures of herself and her daughter, Purity, during her recent visit to the office of the Bank of Industry. Her visit going by her tweet, was a ‘short meeting’ at the Bank Of Industry office. Mercy added more weight during pregnancy and after the...

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Abuja - Reflexology may be a well-studied and analysed form of alternative therapy, but boy it inspires terrible foot jokes.This is largely due to the fact that it took me three weeks to build up enough courage to call the reflexologist because I hate having my feet touched.I have the world’s most ticklish steppers. I giggle in pedicures and have set off entire rooms of women being primped and painted as I’ve sat and snorted during a foot...

Nollywood actress, Halima Abubakar, acquires N10m on Porsche automobile

Nollywood actress, Halima Abubakar has just acquired a N10million Porsche automobile. Announcing her recent acquisition to Encomium magazine, Halima said ““It’s true I have just acquired the car, but I don’t like talking about anything like that. But I thank God for blessing my career wonderfully. Concerning its price, I won’t disclose that but you’re free to find out how much it’s worth from any auto dealer. I only know it’s not...

Psquare Reveal Tips On How They Got To The Top

We all know Psquare to have always been at the top in the music industry since they started. The entertainers and singers in an interview recently with Mannie of Cool FM revealed the secret of their success. The artistes collectively say, "Is all about prayers and hardwork before ever we release any album to the market, we must fast and pray for one month". The artistes acclaimed this as what keeps them successful in the indust...

Wednesday, 2 October 2013

Ghana’s Goalkeeper Receives Success After Visiting T.B. Joshua’s Church

Exactly one year after he visited T.B. Joshua’s church, 35-year-old Richard Kingson has made a return to the Black Stars set-up after over a two-year absence. Last year he visited the renowned pastor’s church to testify about his wife’s deliverance. Now, one year later he recently ended his clubless life by joining Cypriot side Doxa Katokopias, where he has manned the post four times and conceded seven goals. Ghana’s Black Stars now prepare...

Oge Okoye, Rukky Sanda And Ebube Nwagbo Show Off Back Tattoos – who would you hit?

  Nollywood actresses are not new to tattoos, especially Oge Okoye, she has had that b00b tattoo for as long as i can remember.The 3 Nollywood divas, Rukky Sanda, Ebube Nwagbo and Oge Okoye spent time together (looks like a slumber party) and back the camera for a photo exposing their back tattoos.The three close friends seemed like they spent the whole day relaxing and drinking wine by the pool; the good life!!!If you could pick, who...

Meet The 52 year Old Woman Who Tattooed Twilight Movie Poster All Over Her Body

One question you should ask is, what was she thinking? as a Nollywood movies’ fan will you tattoo any of the movie posters on your body? In her story she said:‘We’ve got the book covers, we’ve got the ribbon, we’ve got the family crest, we’ve got the hairpiece, we’ve got the chessboard from Breaking Dawn , we’ve got the wolf tribal symbol,’ she reveals.‘I’ve had five wolves done and one of the last things Jacob says to [Bella] when he realises...

Ice Prince May Launch Clothing Line

If pictures posted by popular rapper, Ice Prince Zamani is anything to go by, it means he will now join the league of celebs who have floated their own fashion lines. Ice Prince is one artiste in Nigeria that is enjoying all the spotlights being shone on him at the moment. He is one of the most successful rappers in Africa, as well as in Nigeria. The Jos-bred artiste gave a hint about this recently when he posted pictures bearing the title...

Monday, 30 September 2013

Kollington Ayinla Is Still Part Of My Life – Queen Salawa Abeni

After 23years of living separately from the father of three of her children, Queen Salawa Abeni has said, God should be the judge of whatever bad Kollington Ayinla has done to her. She made the statement recently at the Annual London African Music Festival. In her words “Even though Kollington and I have gone our separate ways 23 years ago, I still consider him a big part of my life because I bore him children who bear his name. His name will forever be written in the history of my life. Though we do not have a smooth relationship, and I have...

“The Best Man Holiday” Movie: R. Kelly, Mary J. Blige, John Legend, Ne-Yo, Monica, Emeli Sanda & More To Sing

  Get ready y’all, for it’s about to go R&B all through the Christmas Season as huge Hollywood stars prepare to appear on series of soundtracks for one of the most anticipated black Christmas movies this year. Awards winners: Mary J. Blige, Fantasia, Mario, R. Kelly, Anthony Hamilton, John Legend, Monica, Marsha Ambrosius, Ne-Yo and Emeli Sanda (names might be added) will be releasing 13 brand new tracks and Holiday...

“I’m a son of God, not man of God” – King Sunny Ade addresses his relationship with God

   Music Legend, King Sunny Ade says he sees himself as a son of God and not a man of God as most people think he is!In a recent interview with TRIBUNE, he said “You can’t just call yourself a man of God. There must be a very strong covenant between you and God before you can claim that you are a man of God. I don’t see myself like that, but if people call me a man of God, it means I have to be very careful because I have not heard...

My wish was to be Michael Jackson’s wife – Fast Rising Actress Oma Iyasara

  Oma Iyasara is a fast rising actress who got into limelight in the award-winning movie, ‘Last Flight to Abuja’.In this interview she speaks about her career, relationship and other issues. ExcerptsTELL us about the time you spent in the Royal Arts Academy.My experience in the Royal Arts Academy was awesome. I learnt a whole lot about movie making and acting, and it was a stepping stone to Nollywood.How did...

Friday, 27 September 2013

Davido and Samuel Eto’o dancing to Skelewu

Davido is currently in London doing his UK tour. Last night, he posted a picture of himself and newly signed Chelsea signed striker Samuel Eto. They had a fun time and were caught on camera dancing to Davido’s latest hit song : Skelewu.Watch it here. ...

K'zed Drops "Wagbayi" Video!

Adio Kazeem Olawale popularly known as K'zed, a native of Ibadan in Oyo State born and brought up in Lagos State dropped 2singles "wagbayi" and "dream" late last year. The versatile Yoruba hard core Rapper whose songs generated buzz on the internet, radio and alaba mixes has finally put a face behind the voice through this first ever visuals (video). Signed to DAPHELLA ENTERTAINMENT, an entertainment company who introduced Skuki to the...

Nigerian Artistes Are Now Adequately Compensated Outside Nigeria--Kelvin Luciano

  Controversial label boss, Kelvin Luciano of Question Mark Records has disclosed that Nigerian artistes are now being adequately compensated outside the country as against what was obtainable some years back. The heavily-bearded dude stated this today, Friday, September 26, 2013, while speaking as a guest on AIT's breakfast show, 'Kakaaki'.Kelvin was talking about the music industry and its prospects when he made the declaration.The former...

Thursday, 26 September 2013

Twin Sisters Give Birth On The Same Day

Aiden and Donavyn didn’t wait until new year’s day to come screaming into the world, but the circumstances of their births are still pretty special: The babies were born about two hours apart to Ohio mothers who are identical twins. The Akron Beacon Journal reports that the 19-year-old mothers — Aimee and Ashlee Nelson — weren’t raised to do things alike and did not plan the births to come at the same time. In fact, their due dates were...

Tiwa Savage Exposes Her Private 'Thing' During Performance

Wonders they say will never end. Shoo, abi na wetin be this o. Hmm, if we talk, dem go say our amebo too much but na which kain thing com be dis nah?Well, Tiwa Savage got busted by the sharp lens of a photographer and she was filmed with her 'thing', which should have been an exclusive view of her man, exposed for the whole world to see. Chai, dis na bad market o. Poor Tiwa Savage. As the story goes, she was performing at an event and her...

News: Justin Timberlake dreamed of being a "comedic sitcom actor"

  He says he's lucky to be doing music and acting Justin Timberlake's first dream was to be a comedic actor. Although the multi-talented star is flying high in both the music and movie industries, promoting new flick Runner Runner and his second cut of The 20/20 Experience, he grew up dreaming of appearing in TV sitcoms. Speaking to The Metro he revealed: "I am glad I decided to become a musician first because it is like nothing...

Rihanna wins Topshop ban

  Pop star Rihanna has won a permanent ban against a U.K. clothing chain she sued for selling T-shirts emblazoned with her image.The singer took Topshop bosses to court over their 'Rihanna Tank', which featured a snap taken by a freelance photographer without her permission on the set of her We Found Love music video in 2011. In the latest ruling on Wednesday (25Sep13), the Umbrella hitmaker was granted an injunction preventing Topshop...

Bovi, Wife Get Baby Girl In America

Popular Nigerian comedian, Bovi is one of the happiest men on earth at this moment. The Delta State-born rib-cracker cannot hide his joy because of the blessing he recently received from God. He and his wife have welcomed the arrival of a new baby into their family.The wife of the suave humour merchant gave birth to a baby girl in the United States of America (USA) some hours ago.The couple already have a son. Meanwhile, the baby and mother...

Tupac's Mom Sues for $1.1 Million Rap Money Is Mine

You haven't met a protective mother until you've met Tupac's mom ... she's now suing over unpaid royalties stemming from the late rapper's posthumous album ... to the tune of $1.1 million. Afeni Shakur -- the co-administrator of Tupac's estate -- filed the lawsuit against a company called Entertainment One, claiming it breached a contract to pay Tupac's estate royalties on "Beginnings: The Lost Tapes," which was released in June 2007. According...

Fally Ipupa to join Oliver Mtukudzi, Suluman Chimbetu and Jah Prayzah for charity gig

Bestselling Congolese star, Fally Ipupa will be in Harare, Zimbabwe for a charity benefit concert at Glamis Arena on Friday, November 1, 2013. NET gathered that the award-winning performer will join Zimbabwean artistes Oliver Mtukudzi, Suluman Chimbetu and Jah Prayzah in the mega charity show. This will be Ipupa’s first visit to Zimbabwe as a solo performer and he will be backed by a 22- member band. Since Ipupa left the Quartier Latin...

Tupac's Mom Sues for $1.1 Million Rap Money Is Mine!

You haven't met a protective mother until you've met Tupac's mom ... she's now suing over unpaid royalties stemming from the late rapper's posthumous album ... to the tune of $1.1 million.Afeni Shakur -- the co-administrator of Tupac's estate -- filed the lawsuit against a company called Entertainment One, claiming it breached a contract to pay Tupac's estate royalties on "Beginnings: The Lost Tapes," which was released in June 2007.According to...

Wednesday, 25 September 2013

People mistake my silence for arrogance-Rukky Sanda tells Punch

Nollywood actress/producer Rukky Sanda in an interview with Punch made it clear that she really does not listen to gossips and rumours and as such she is no longer bothered by criticisms as they tend to give her a push to acheive more. “I really don’t know where all that comes from and I hardly ever see it. But I think it is because I’m reserved. I have to be in my comfort zone to talk about it. It is bad, but it has helped me become the...

Beverly Osu, Djinee & Jaywon Party with Rap Star Ruggedman at his Birthday Party – View Photos

On Friday 20th September 2013, Nigerian rap star Ruggedman turned a year older. The musician, who according to Google is 37, celebrated his day with a few of his close friends. Stars present at his brithday party include BBA star Beverly Osu and music acts Djinee and Jaywon. Check out some photos from the party.   Photo Credit: twitter.com/ruggedybaba | twitter.com/itsirok...

Actress, Nadia Buari’s tweets at Jim Iyke on his birthday

Actress Nadia Buari sent a message to her sweetheart via Twitter to her beau Jim Iyke, congratulating him on his birthday. Jim turned 37 today, September 25. http://bit.ly/18Zv...

Foluke Daramola-Salako Gets Ekiti State’s Appointment

Popular Nollywood actress, Foluke Daramola Salako has been appointed as brand Ambassador for Ekiti State Festival tagged, ‘EKTI FEST’. The chubby actress who has been missing in Nollywood since her marriage elatedly said, “I have been made a brand ambassador of the Ekiti State Festival, so, I am here in Ekiti more than the way I do stay in Lagos. I’m among the first set of Nollywood practitioners who took Nollywood people to Ekiti. I was appointed...

Reasons Yvonne Nelson, Sandra Ankobia Parted Ways Revealed!

Before now, Yvonne Nelson was very close to the host of Fashion 101, Sandra Ankobia, the two ladies were always hanging out, traveling and partying together until their relationship hit the rocks sometime ago, So many things went down the drain as the two publicly deleted each other from Instagram. The reasons they parted ways, according to rumours, has a link with the girl-to-girl nasty affair. The sexy Ghana actress, Yvonne, was said to have 'cheated'...

Mike Ezuruony (Actor) Birthday Pictures

Nollywood actor, Mike Ezuruonye turned 31 on September 21st, and to celebrate he partied with friends, colleagues and celebrities.More pictures after the cut just release...

Check Out The New Images and Video Clip From The Set Of FAST & FURIOUS 7

Production of Fast & Furious 7 has begun and we’ve started getting pictures from the set of the upcoming installment to the popular franchise being directed by James Wan (The Conjuring, Insidious 2). Two of the latest pictures to pop up online feature some of the surviving members of the team attending a funeral which is most likely that of Han’s who got taken out by Statham’s character at the end of Fast 6. You probably...