Who needs a Hollywood pitch meeting when you’ve got the internet? A film that fans literally willed to happen is coming to fruition. A source close to the production confirmed to CNN there’s a forthcoming film starring Rihanna and Lupita Nyong’o, helmed by “Selma” director Ava DuVernay and written by “Insecure” star Issa Rae. Things are still in the early stages, but here’s why we can thank Twitter for this bit of #BlackGirlMagic. It all began in April, when a photo of Rihanna and Nyong’o taken at a 2014 fashion show started making the rounds with the caption, “They look…
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It may not be Halloween yet, but Future Zahir still had a frightening good time this weekend! The son of Ciara and her ex, rapper Future, celebrated turning 3 with a monster mash — er, bash — modeled after the animated movie Hotel Transylvania 2, along with face painting (the birthday boy’s first ever!), hula hoops, a bounce house and more. For the occasion, Future was decked out in a black-and-white outfit that seemed a clear nod to a skeleton, complete with matching makeup that showed off his face “stitches.” A balloon artist seemed to be on hand for the…
When The Voice crowned Chris Blue as the season 12 winner on Tuesday, it was a massive victory for his coach, Alicia Keys, as well. After weeks of putting up with boasting and jocularity from stalwart Voice coaches Blake Shelton and Adam Levine, Keys mentored Chris through a season of serious competition and became only the second female coach to win The Voice after Christina Aguilera in season 10. Blue and Keys opened up to reporters after the finale, and the “Girl on Fire” singer said she’s really most excited for beating Shelton. “I gotta be honest…it’s a great dream…
Kylian Mbappe has told Manchester United and the rest of Europe’s elite clubs that he needs to be guaranteed regular playing time if they want to sign him from Monaco this summer. The 18-year-old is reportedly on Jose Mourinho’s summer wishlist but the United manager will face competition from Real Madrid, who have already submitted a £103 million bid to Monaco ahead of the upcoming window. Mbappe, who only has two years remaining on his current contract with Monaco, has attracted interest following his stunning performances for the Ligue 1 champions this season. Having finished his breakout season with 26…
Atletico Madrid forward Antoine Griezmann says he is willing to leave the La Liga club to win titles and will decide on his future this summer. On Monday, the France international said there was a “6/10” chance he could join Manchester United. But Griezmann, 26, told French outlet L’Equipe that England, Germany, China and the USA were all possible destinations should he leave Atletico. “Today, if I have to move it will be no problem,” he said. “I’m ready to go.” Atletico finished third in La Liga and were knocked out in the Champions League semi-finals by Real Madrid. “I…
MANCHESTER UNITED have reportedly made a bid to sign Monaco star Bernardo Silva, according to reports. Silva, 22, has been heavily linked with a move to Old Trafford in recent weeks. French outlet Le 10 Sport claimed last month that Jose Mourinho made the Portugal international a priority transfer target for this summer. While Canal+ suggested this week that United have moved ahead of Real Madrid and Barcelona in the race to sign Silva after holding advanced talks with the player himself. But France Football claim there has been another twist in the transfer saga with United now making an…
Nigerian DJ, Jimmy Jatt, shared this adorable photo with his graduating daughter, Oyindamola Amu. Oyindamola graduated from the State University of New York at Old Westbury on Sunday, May 21, 2017. Sources say she was studying Marketing Communications. “#prouddad #prouddaddy #fatherswithdaughters,” Jimmy Jatt captioned the photo.
Chika Ike releases new photos for the ad campaign for the third season of her reality TV show; African Diva. The Nollywood actress, producer/ entrepreneur shared the shoot as tease for the Season 3 of the reality TV show. Wearing natural hair in a soft pouf she chose a bronzy makeup featuring soft smokey eyes and pink ombre lips sporting a sequin monostrap dress going sans accessories showing off her soft features.Wearing natural hair in a soft pouf she chose a bronzy makeup featuring soft smokey eyes and pink ombre lips sporting a sequin monostrap dress going sans accessories showing…
Adekunle Gold has released the visuals for his collaboration with British-Nigerian singer, Moelogo. This release comes shortly after his exit from YBNL. Adekunle Gold jaunts through the city of London, UK with his love interest in the colourful visuals. The video was directed by Moe Musa.
Super stars Beyoncé and Jay Z threw a baby shower tagged “The Carter Push Party” for the upcoming birth of their twins. And was it lit? From the elaborate and colourful African-themed prints, to a star-studded guest-list, Queen Bey showed off her baby bump in a series of snaps on Instagram. The Queen Bee shared some romantic photos of herself and Jay Z rocking the dancehall. The ‘Sorry’ singer was dressed in a sarong and fruit-filled headpiece while her bare belly appeared to be painted with Henna. Jay Z, on the other hand, was dressed in an all-white outfit. The…
Yemi Alade shows off fierce double denim look and she’s showing major skin. The singer took to Instagram to show off the look; a body grazing playsuit with zipper down details paired with a brooch off her jewelry collection collaboration with Bland2Glam. She paired the look with fishnet stockings and knee high stiletto denim boots and a bold updo, red lips and glowing makeup look and dark sunnies while showing off skin in fierce poses.
Tiwa Savage has released the video of her new single ‘All over’. The BabyFresh-produced single which was released in April, has been receiving positive reviews. The colorful visuals which was directed by Patrick Elis, and shot in Miami, Florida, captures the singer in romance season, as she eulogizes her love interest with passion and sexiness.
Ibrahim Magu, the acting chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reiterated his commitment to the fight against corruption in Nigeria. Speaking during a march against corruption in Abuja on Tuesday, May 23, 2017, Magu said a ‘deadly cabal’ is bent on taking Nigeria back to the dark days of corruption. The EFCC czar promised to fight corruption with the last drop of his blood. “If we don’t kill corruption, corruption will kill Nigeria. But we will not allow that because we will fight it with the last drop of our blood,” Magu said. “More gains have…
Former Senate Leader Ali Ndume has refused to apologize to Senate President, Bukola Saraki and would prefer to remain suspended instead, reports say. Ndume was suspended on March 29 over a petition raised against Saraki and Senator Dino Melaye. According to The Nation, the Senate has assured Borno State Governor, Kashim Shettima that it would recall Ndume, who’s from the state, if he apologizes. “The governor, the Emirs and our leaders have had audience with the key figures in the Senate but they gave us only a condition that Ndume must apologize or write a letter of appreciation,” a source…
Former aviation minister, Femi Fani-Kayode says “it is all over” for President Muhammadu Buhari. Buhari is currently in London on an indefinite medical vacation after months of ill-health. Fani-Kayode made the comment in an article titled “The sons of perdition and the lamentation of the blind.” Read it below: Instead of responding to the words of Eric Joyce, the former British MP who told the world via his twitter handle on 19th May that President Buhari had died in a London hospital, Deacon Femi Adesina, the Special Advisor to the President on Media, in an essay titled “They Learnt Nothing…
National Security Adviser (NSA), Sambo Dasuki, is still in detention. Dasuki has been detained by the Department of State Service (DSS) since December 2015. He is facing separate charges of money laundering and illegal possession firearms at a high court in Abuja. Three different courts have ordered his release but the DSS allegedly flouted the orders. Speaking with State House correspondents on Tuesday, May 23, Presidential spokesman, Garba Shehu, said Dasuki is still in detention because of other allegations against him. He noted that investigations into the allegations are still ongoing. Shehu also explained why Ibrahim El-Zakzaky, leader of the…
Acting President Yemi Osinbajo has condemned the Monday’s terrorist attack in Manchester Arena, United Kingdom. Osinbajo described the act as a dastardly and heinous crime that killed innocent people. A statement by Laolu Akande, the spokesperson for the acting President, said, Osinbajo expressed his “heartfelt condolences and solidarity with the government and people of the United Kingdom in this period of grief.” The acting president assured Prime Minister Theresa May that the prayers and thoughts of Nigerians are with the British people. “Acting President Osinbajo is confident that light of the civilised world will always prevail against the darkness of…
The Department of State Services (DSS) has alleged that Ifeanyi Ubah, Capital Oil boss, diverted about 80 million litres of petrol. The product worth N11 billion was said to have been kept in Ubah’s custody by the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC). The agency said the oil mogul failed to respond to NNPC’s repeated demand for the product in order to cause an artificial petrol scarcity, which could cause a major economic crisis in the country. The DSS said Ubah’s action amounts to economic sabotage punishable by death. The agency stated this in a counter-affidavit and written submissions filed in…
Major sports venues from Wembley to Headingley will beef up security after a suicide attack at a pop concert in Manchester killed 22 people including children. There are several high-profile sports events in Britain in the coming weeks, including the FA Cup final at Wembley on Saturday, although there is no specific threat. The Islamic State extremist group claimed responsibility for the bomb attack at the end of a concert by US pop star Ariana Grande at the Manchester Arena on Monday. Britain’s deadliest terror attack for 12 years took place just two days before Manchester United’s Europa League final…
Dick Advocaat will take up his role as the new Dutch coach next month, officials said Tuesday, as he looks to salvage the country’s faltering 2018 World Cup qualifying campaign. The 69-year-old is returning for a third spell in charge of the Netherlands, who are fourth in Group A ahead of the visit of minnows Luxembourg in just over a fortnight. “Dick Advocaat will join the Dutch XI on Tuesday, June 6,” the Royal Dutch Football Federation (KNVB) said in a statement. “The team, which will be preparing for their World Cup qualifier against Luxembourg will also be joined by…