She always manages to spin heads with her glamorous ensembles, but on this occasion it was Rihanna’s dance moves that glued eyes on her. The Grammy winning artist ensured she stole all attention at the launch of her Fenty Beauty make-up line during London Fashion Week in the English capital on Tuesday, as she stormed the red carpet before hitting the dance floor at the party inside. Opting for a vibrant purple gown that complemented her rich complexion, the 29-year-old Bajan beauty looked positively radiant as she walked the red carpet at Harvey Nichols, but proved she wasn’t afraid to…
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Mavin first lady and mother of one, Tiwa Savage has shared photos of herself smoking shisha at a nightclub. Tiwa uploaded the photos on Instagram Stories. Shisha or also known as sheesha, is a tobacco mixed with molasses or honey that is used for Hookah smoking. Unlike the tobacco in cigars and cigarettes, which contains industrial chemicals and artificial additives, shisha is made of only natural substances and comes in a wide range of flavors. Shisha is said to have originated from the northwestern provinces of India along the border of Pakistan in Rajasthan and Gujarat. It soon traveled to…
Sophia Momodu, and plus-size actress, Eniola Badmus are currently on a warpath on SnapChat and this sad development has given many a serious concern, especially because both women are best of friends, and Eniola is Davido’s bestie. The beef started after Sophia took to her SnapChat to think about what she would have for dinner. She noted that she already had some Dunkin’ Donuts for dinner and considered having another fancy doughnut from Krispy Kreme same night. Shortly after, Eniola fired the first shot, mocking her for going for the cheap snacks. “Dunkin’ Donut? What happened to Red Lobster, Olive…
Self-acclaimed king of Dance Hall in Ghana, Charles Nii Armah Mensah, popularly known by the stage name Shatta Wale has dropped his own voice to the ongoing controversy involving Lil Win and Patapaa over the ownership of the popular “One Corner” song. He took to his Facebook page to express his support for the song and its singer, Patapaa. The “Taking Over” hit maker indicated that the song had been made popular by the public and it was an act of God. Shatta Wale wrote, “Patapaaa one corner, no video, no air play, street support. Only God can do this…
It was packed with hilarious moments and a stellar cast of hilarious characters including Sola Sobowale as Tinuade Coker and Zainab Balogun as Wonu and it was arguably the biggest movie of last year. It went on to become the highest grossing Nollywood movie, grossing over 400 million naira at the box office. It also has an upcoming sequel titled “The Wedding Party 2, Destination Dubai.” Asked about the success of “The Wedding Party “I think the success of the Wedding Party was the fact that it was relatable. “It cuts across all social strata, it was star-studded, it was…
Charlie Boy has spoken out over the current state of things in this country but this time his open letter is directly addressed to President Muhammadu Buhari over Biafra and related issues. The controversial star has called on the President to stop being a sectional leader in an open letter. Read the letter below: “My president,” “I bare my heart out in this letter with great respect and humility. “Often times, I wonder if you read any of my open letters. However, I write this open letter so fellow Nigerians will understand the ache in my heart. “I was about…
Wizkid and Future are back! Nigerian star Wizkid has been recovering back home after canceling the rest of his #SFTOS US Tour due to illness. As the he took time out to settle down, he releases this mega collaboration just in time for his UK Charity concert billed for September 29. ‘Everytime’ is produced by Shizzi.
Mr Adebayo Shittu, the Minister of Communications, has displayed confidence that he would take over from Gov. Abiola Ajimobi as governor of Oyo State in 2019. According to him, he is the most ready of all the aspirants, having held several public offices and learnt politics from late Chief Obafemi Awolowo. “I was a member of the State House of Assembly in 1979 and two-time Commissioner in the State. I have also contested the governorship seat in the state twice before I became a minister.” “These are experiences you cannot buy. Oyo is advanced and sophisticated to be handled by…
The World Health Organisation (WHO) says it is in partnership with the Nigerian Government vaccinate people over the age of one years in Borno against cholera outbreak. Dr Wondi Alemu, the WHO Representative in Nigeria, said in a statement recently. Alemu said to do this Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, a coalition of developing countries and donor governments in collaboration with WHO have delivered 915,005 doses of Oral Cholera Vaccine to the country. “The Federal Government of Nigeria through the NCDC and the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) in collaboration with the WHO, UNICEF and other partners are all…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has threatened to sanction any Deposit Money Bank (DMB) in breach of its earlier instructions to open teller points for retail foreign exchange (Forex) transactions in all locations. The apex bank’s acting Director, Corporate Communications, Mr Isaac Okorafor, in a statement on Monday in Abuja, said the bank would also punish banks which failed to install electronic display boards in all their branches, showing rates of all trading currencies. “The retail Secondary Market Intervention Sales (SMIS) received the largest intervention of 285 million dollars. “Other components of the released figures include the 100 million…
Senator Shehu Sani has warned President Muhammadu Buhari to beware of Kaduna State State governor, Nasir El-Rufai. “The so-called endorsement of Governor el-Rufai by the Kaduna APC amounts to endorsement of toxic waste. El-Rufai simply gathered his employees, aides and hangers-on to endorse him. He is a poisonous viper corrosive to the integrity and moral standing of the party in the state and the nation. “El-Rufai’s name dropping and mobilisation for Buhari 2019 is self-serving. His loyalty to Buhari is for political relevance and his allegiance to Buhari is for self protection and preservation. “Now that President Buhari is back…
President Muhammadu Buhari has urged the world to pursue peace and decent living for all people. Buhari, delivered Nigeria’s National Statement and praised the international community’s support against Boko Haram and for providing support to address the huge humanitarian challenges in Nigeria’s North-East. “In an exemplary show of solidarity, the international community came together within my own region to assist the countries and communities in the Sahel. “The international community also assisted the Lake Chad regions to contain the threats posed by Al Qaida and Boko Haram. “We thank the Security Council for visiting the countries of the Lake Chad…
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has said they knows nothing burning a mosque in Enugu state. IPOB’s spokesman, Emma Powerful said “IPOB is not unaware of the desperation of the Nigerian army of occupation to cause mayhem and blame it on IPOB as a way of instigating counter violence against southerners in the north. The aim of this army of occupation led by exclusively Hausa Fulani officers is to distract our focus and firm resolve to force a peaceful referendum within the law. No amount of violence visited on our family members will dissuade us from this historic and…
Governor Ayo Fayose has called the minister of information and culture, Lai Mohammed as Liar-General of the federation. Fayose said this while reacting to Mohammed’s comments that some treasury looters are sponsors of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Fayose called on the minister to reveal the names of all the IPOB sponsors to Nigerians. The Governor also said “In the history of his lying career, if he (Lai Mohammed) is able to read through his past comments and juxtapose them with his present comments, he will realize the contradiction that he has become.” He also said “On June 10,…
Nyesom Wike has said that the people of the state believe in the unity of Nigeria. Wike also promised to deal with any group planning to attack residents of River state. Wike also said “I am not against anyone who wants to protest any grievance but, there are channels for such protests.” The Northern Governors also paid Gov. Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia a visit in Government House, Umuahia.
Mr Babatunde Fashola has said the Federal Government would from now on ensure better funding of the various ongoing road projects across the country. Fashola told the contractors that funds would be made readily available to further confirm the Federal Government’s commitment to ensure that contractors were paid quarterly. The minister asked the contractors to ensure that they regularly informed members of the public of challenges contractors faced during raining seasons in the construction sector. “Let the Nigerian people know what is happening on our roads when they are not maintained during the raining season, also this happens in other…
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has threatened to mention and shame state governors, who refused to pay complete salaries to workers in the country, despite the bailout funds. Mr Ayuba Wabba, NLC President said this at a recent event. According to him, 10 out of the 36 states are particularly guilty of the offence, while six of the ten states were in terrible situation. We have promised to name and shame them. “The congress has directed all states chapters whose members are owed more than three months’ salaries arrears to declare an industrial action and we have promised to name…
Mauricio Pochettino has said Tottenham Hotspur are too big a club to focus on winning the domestic cups, insisting the priority is to lift the Premier League or the Champions League. “The project here at Tottenham is to try to win the Premier League or the Champions League. For me, that is the two big trophies,” Pochettino told a news conference. “OK, I would love to win the Carabao Cup or the FA Cup for our fans, but Tottenham must build a project with the possibility to fight for Champions League or Premier League. Sorry, first of all the Premier…
Mauricio Pochettino has asked for patience with Dele Alli, suggesting that the Tottenham and England youngster is experiencing trouble on and off the pitch. Alli has scored twice in five league games this season but he has dropped form since the end of the August, and he cut a frustrated figure in Spurs’ 0-0 draw with Swansea on Saturday, just as in the 2-1 defeat to Chelsea at Wembley. Pochettino feels that Alli’s career is still a balancing act following his heroic rise, and he explained that he will continue to guide the two-time PFA Young Player of the Year.…
Jurgen Klopp says there may have been unfair expectations placed on Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain when he first joined at Arsenal as a youngster. Oxlade-Chamberlain joined Arsenal as a 17-year-old from Southampton in 2011 for a fee of £15m, which Klopp feels may have placed unnecessary pressure on a young player. “When Alex was probably 18 or 19, people thought he could be ‘the’ man — how a lot of people think a lot of the time pretty early,” Klopp told a news conference. “How I say: you immediately put a rucksack on their back. That makes development not easier, so hide…