As Femi Adebayo got married to his new beau, Omotayo Maimunat Sanusi in Maryland, Lagos today, the merriment was very elaborate, even though the groom had earlier expressed his desire to make it a private affair. The groom’s parents, Mr & Mrs Adebayo Salami and close relatives were all on hand to celebrate with him. Friends and well-wishers like Odunlade Adekola, Bimbo Oshin, Desmond Elliot, Iyabo Ojo, Dayo Amusa, Fathia Balogun-Williams, Ronke Oshodi-Oke, Sanyeri and many other Nollywood practitioners turned out in droves to honour and felicitate with their colleague.
Author: David Folami
Banky W, Reekado Banks, Lynxx, Vector and Sound Sultan, were some of the A-list celebrities who joined City 105.1 FM’s annual celebration of Nigeria’s independence tagged ‘Salute To The Flag’, which ran from Wednesday, September 27 till October 1, 2016. As part of activities for the week long event, the radio station celebrated with artistes and fans with an in-studio concert on Thursday September 29, and an outdoor concert at the Ikeja city mall. Pop stars like Nedu Brazil, Skiibi, Niniola, Aramide, Sammy Davids,Terry Apala, Koker, Pepenazi, Humblesmith, IllBliss, POE, and Miss Kiss, were also on ground at the finale…
Solidstar is a super singer who, incredibly, is criminally underappreciated. Why? The Nigerian Afro-Pop singer whose style is described as a mix of Reggae, R&B and Pop music, consistently received praise for his style of music, and contributions to some indisputable playlist-topping songs. But for many pop fans there is the feeling that his contributions to the scene is mostly overlooked. It’s the same type of feeling that has plagued fans of Rayce, Nosa, Orezi and many others for for years. As soon as these singers create new work, the content is fawned over, but the creator is dismissed. To…
Kiss Daniel has been a star for close to two years now. His singles have become hits, his brand has grown, his album is selling, and everything about him reeks of success. But what’s next for him now? Kiss Daniel rise in 2015 signaled the start of a great year for him. Kiss Daniel, signed to G-Worldwide Entertainment via his sound has found success in reducing the tempo of mainstream music. He operates on a mid-tempo level, infusing jazz and multiple percussive influences into his beat. ‘Woju’, ‘Laye’, and ‘Good time’, have churned out copycats, with MMMG’s buzzing man Tekno,…
The worst part about my childhood were trips to the amusement park, because I have to ride the merry-go-round, an annoying contraption that takes me in endless circles, and leaves me feeling sick, with a spinning head, unbalanced steps, and lingering nausea. Once I took a risk, refused to hold on, let go, unbuckled my strap, and was thrown out. I gave up, and never had to return there again. The bruises convinced my folks that their outward happiness, meant inner pain for me. I had found a way to bring that pain out. Burna Boy’s recent revelations on Twitter…
The first edition of the She Rocks! Concert has held, with Eva Alordiah celebrated as the headliner. The first of its kind event in Lagos, Nigeria She Rocks! is a monthly event which holds every 3rd Wednesday of the month at Hard Rock Cafe Lagos. The format was arranged to spotlight ‘woman crush’ and ‘Honoree’ for the evening, who will deliver an inspiring piece to empower and inspire other women guests at the event. The honouree for this She Rocks! maiden edition is Eva Alordiah. The Nigerian rapper, entertainer, make-up artist, fashion designer and entrepreneur. She is also considered as…
When was the last time Wizkid made a Nigerian single? When was the last time he made new music with us in mind? This year has been phenomenal for Wizkid. The Drake ‘One Dance’ collaboration has made him hit new heights, and given him more penetration in his quest to be Nigeria’s first crossover artiste. ‘Mamacita’, his song with Tinie Tempah was timely also, plugging him deep into a lot of scenes. The singer has also worked his magic, recruiting Chris Brown, Trey Songz and French Montana for his single ‘Shabba’. Another song with DJ Henry X is also out,…
Ice Prince drops this banging trap song titled ‘Trillions’ featuring Phyno. Both acts practically spit fire on this track on a top notch production by a certain TUC. The joint is off his highly anticipated forthcoming third studio album “Jos To The World”. Enjoy, listen and share the heat!
Is it just me or is this actress suddenly hotter than before? As much as we are thrilled by Empress Njamah’s new looks, very few can say they haven’t wondered about it. The Nollywood actress easily described as thick has shut down rumours that she had her body surgically enhanced. Contrary to what we have all been thinking, Njamah told Sunday Punch that she actually reduced her famous butt instead of increasing it. She said: “I did not enhance my buttocks. I have always had big buttocks. Whoever says I tampered with my bottom is a learner. I actually reduced…
Are congratulations in order? Dabota Lawson has reportedly welcomed a baby girl in Texas, USA. This news comes after its was rumoured that the former beauty queen was pregnant but keeping it under wraps. Stella Dimoko Korkus reports that Dabota welcomed her bundle of joy on Saturday, October 7. According to the reports, a source has alleged that her mum is currently in Texas, handling the ‘Omuguo’ part of the process. A photo of the baby’s hand with a tag bearing the name Dabota seems to be proof enough but we can only wait for confirmation from Dabota herself. If…
The Red Cross Society of Nigeria, Gombe State chapter, has urged the public to donate blood to save lives during emergency. Malam Abubakar Yakubu, Secretary of the society, made the plea on Friday, October 7, in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Gombe. Yakubu said, “Sometimes, we experience shortage in the blood bank and when such incident occurs, there is need to restock to save lives. “We are appealing to the public to come forward and donate blood in hospitals across the state so that we can keep this blood for future usage, especially in case…
The resident doctors at the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital, Akwa Ibom State, have revealed that their two-month strike would be suspended. The strike which was embarked upon by the doctors due to non-payment of salary arrears, will be called off as the hospital management has agreed to their terms. Speaking under the aegis of the National Association of Resident Doctors in Uyo on Thursday, October 6, the doctors disclosed that they agreed to call off their strike as the hospital management has agreed to pay their full entitlements beginning at the end of September. The president of the association,…
Armed men have kidnapped the wife of a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ekiti State, Mr. Ajibola Oyedele. The News Agency of Nigeria,(NAN) reports that the kidnappers have since demanded a ransom of N40million from Oyedele. Oyedele, popularly called 50-50 by his political fans, revealed on Saturday night that he was able to speak with his wife at about 5:45pm. She was abducted late Friday at about 8:30pm at the family home in Omuo Oke, a town in Ekiti East Local Government Area of Ekiti State. The woman did not resist her abductors. According to Oyedele the…
The arrest of two Supreme Court judges, by the Department of State Services (DSS) has been confirmed. According to NTA News, the Media aide to the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Mr. Ahuraka Isah made the revelation to newsmen. Isah told newsmen that Justices Sylvester Ngwuta and John Okoro are in DSS custody. He said “What I can tell you for now is that Justices Ngwuta and Okoro were arrested early hours of today. “We do not know the reasons for the arrest yet. Justice Onnoghen was not among those arrested.” DSS officials raided the houses of four Supreme Court Judges,…
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) is advocating a total ban on rice imports with effect from 2017 to encourage local producers, says the Service Public Relations Officer, Mr Wale Adeniyi. This is contained in a statement signed by Adeniyi, on Sunday in Abuja. He said that the service was disturbed by various reports indicating that customs had reversed the ban on rice importation through the land borders. Adeniyi said that the reports were attributed to a press interview purportedly granted by the service PRO, Deputy-Comptroller, Wale Adeniyi. He said that the reports that resurfaced this weekend were being attributed to…
The Governor of Rivers state, Nyesom Wike has debunked claims made by the Department of State Services (DSS) that its operatives found $2m in the house of a judge. According to the Governor, the security agency is ready to go to any length to cover their un-democratic act. He said the National Judicial Council (NJC) is the only body that has the right to sanction erring judicial officers. Wike also said he had to stop the DSS from arresting the judge, because they could kill him and claim that the state is not safe. The Governor also said they could…
Rivers Governor, Nyesom Wike has shed more light on what happened during the attempted arrest of a Federal High Court judge in the early hours of Saturday, October 8, 2016. Wike,while flagging-off the construction of Abua-Emoh-Egbolom road in Abua/Odual Local Government Area, called on Rivers people to rise up against all anti-democratic forces. The Governor also said he is prepared to sacrifice his life to defend Rivers state against any form of external aggression. According to him,”This is the time to say no to illegality. If they are testing the waters for rigging and mayhem, it will not work. “I…
Gov. Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos State on Sunday ordered the immediate demolition of all shanties around the creeks and on the waterways. Ambode gave the order when he visited the Ilubirin Lagos Homes project during an inspection tour of some parts of the state. He asked all illegal occupants of the shanties to leave within seven days and stressed that the safety of citizens was paramount, hence the government’s zero tolerance for kidnapping and other crimes. Ambode assured residents that government would review the laws on kidnapping and promised prompt and quick rescue of the students and teachers of Igbonla…
The Department of State Services (DSS) recently raided the houses of four Supreme Court judges in Abuja on Saturday, October 8, 2016. The Senior Special Assistant to President Buhari on media and publicity, Garba Shehu has warned the media to be careful of how they report the issue. Shehu said “…But reports by a section of the media are giving us cause for concern. “In undertaking the task of reporting, the media should be careful about the fault lines they open. “It is wrong to present this incident as a confrontation between the executive and judicial arms of government.” You…
Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana has slammed the leadership of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) for calling for the unconditional release of the judges arrested by the Department of State Services (DSS). The DSS raided the houses of four Supreme Court judges in the early hours of Saturday, October 8, 2016. The human rights lawyer described the NBA’s action as an embarrassment to members of the body who are not corrupt. He also called on the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mr. Abubakar Malami to make sure they are arraigned without delay. He said “In particular,…