Rapper Kanye West’s latest Yeezy x Adidas collection has sold out within five minutes online. Although the Good Life hitmaker did not run a marketing campaign for his new Calabasas, California-themed apparel, fans snapped up his designs when the clothing became available for purchase at www.yeezysupply.com on March 29, Cosmopolitan reports. The unisex collection, which was available to purchase exclusively on the Yeezy Supply website, was promoted on March 28 in subtle messages by Kanye’s wife Kim Kardashian and her little sister Kylie Jenner on the reality stars’ Instagram accounts. Kim shared a photo of a sexy model sitting on…
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The UN Security Council has unanimously adopted its first resolution addressing Boko Haram’s presence in the Lake Chad Basin. The resolution followed a report of its mission to the region earlier this month. In unanimously adopting the resolution 2349 (2017), on Friday, the Council expressed concern about the protection of civilians affected by terrorism. The Council strongly condemned all terrorist attacks, violations of international humanitarian law and human rights abuses by Boko Haram and Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) in the region. The UN body also condemned killings, abductions, child, early and forced marriages, rape, sexual slavery…
The (UK) has expressed happiness at the unanimous adoption of the first resolution by the UN Security Council, addressing Boko Haram presence in the Lake Chad Basin. The Permanent Representative of UK to the UN, Amb. Matthew Rycroft, said there has been a significant focus on the Boko Haram crisis in the Lake Chad Basin region during the UK’s Presidency of the Security Council. He was speaking after the Council adopted a resolution on the report of its mission to countries affected by the Boko Haram insurgency. ” I am very proud to say that through our Presidency of the…
Lt. Gen. Ishata Bamaiyi (Rtd.), a former Chief of Army Staff (COAS) has revealed that ex-president Olusegun Obasanjo was involved in the foiled 1995 coup plot against Gen. Sani Abacha. Bamaiyi said the coup was real, and the records can prove that Obasanjo was involved. The former COAS also said “Despite spirited denial by these key officers, some of them will always tell the truth, including Col. Lawal Gwadabe and Col. Bello Fadile, whose recordings cannot be denied. “I want to state clearly and without fear of contradiction that the 1995 coup in which Gen. Olusegun Obasanjo was convicted was…
Antonio Conte said the Premier League title race had got interesting again after his Chelsea side were beaten 2-1 by Crystal Palace. Chelsea’s 13-game winning run at home came to a shuddering halt as Wilfried Zaha and Christian Benteke scored in quick succession after Cesc Fabregas had opened the scoring. Chelsea are now seven points clear of second-placed Tottenham with nine games to play, beginning with Wednesday’s clash with rivals Manchester City. They still need 21 points to be mathematically certain of winning the title. “For sure, for you [the media] it’s a good result, because [it] makes this more…
Manchester City winger Raheem Sterling is determined to put a major dent in Arsenal’s hopes of a top-four finish at the Emirates on Sunday. City have won just once away to Arsenal in the last 42 years but could go a long way to securing Champions League football — and open a 10-point gap over the Londoners — with victory. Arsenal have lost four of their last five Premier League games, with fan division over the future of manager Arsene Wenger creating a fraught atmosphere. And Sterling said: “It’s been kind of difficult for them more recently, but with the…
Arsene Wenger has reiterated his intention to remain in management next season whether at Arsenal or elsewhere, claiming that “retiring is for young people.” The 67-year-old is yet to announce whether he will sign a new contract at the Emirates Stadium but walking away from the game completely is not something Wenger is ready for. While counterparts such as Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola, 21 years Wenger’s junior, have already spoken of when their managerial careers will come to an end — the Frenchman wants to plough on after suggesting retirement for people of his age is death. “I will…
Kendrick Lamar debuted his new single “Humble” on (March 30) with an extravagant music video. The track and video have been widely praised, but there has been some notable backlash to the record. Feminists have criticized Kendrick’s lyrics in the second verse of “Humble.” “I’m so fucking sick and tired of the Photoshop/Show me something natural like afro on Richard Pryor/Show me something natural like ass with some stretch marks,” Kendrick raps on the song. Many women expressed disappointment and outrage over “Humble” on social media, noting that Kendrick was putting down a segment of females in an attempt to…
The Lagos State Chairman of the People Democratic Party (PDP) Otunba Segun Adewale has frowned at Governor Ayo Fayose’s new found love for the All Progressives Congress (APC). According to Daily Post, Adewale described as surprising, Fayose’s public admiration of the APC national leader, Bola Tinubu. Fayose joined other prominent Nigerians to congratulate Tinubu on the 65th birthday in a video which was posted on Youtube. The Lagos PDP chieftain however condemned the Governor’s action, describing it as a blow to the party. Adewale also accused Governor Fayose of planning to undermine the PDP in the South-West. He said “I…
Crystal Palace manager Sam Allardyce challenged winger Wilfried Zaha to aspire to the level of Chelsea’s Eden Hazard after Palace’s shock 2-1 win at Stamford Bridge. Zaha produced an inspired performance, cancelling out an early Cesc Fabregas opener before playing Christian Benteke clean through to score the winner inside the opening 11 minutes. Palace withstood a prolonged siege to condemn Chelsea to their first Premier League defeat since January, and Zaha might have left the pitch with a hat trick had he not seen one low shot parried wide and blazed another attempt over. “Wilf must feel really good about…
Nicki Minaj has a new deal in the books. The 34-year-old rapper signed a modeling contract with Wilhelmina’s celebrity division, Vogue reports. Minaj confirmed the news on Instagram Tuesday (March 28). “Oh yeah that too,” she captioned a photo of the Vogue story. “Honored to be at Wilhelmina.” The famed agency is no stranger to celebrity talent, previously signing Chris Brown, Leona Lewis and more. As for Minaj, the Young Money artist has been making a name for herself in the fashion world. Aside from being the face of Roberto Cavalli’s 2015 Spring/Summer campaign, she turned heads at Paris Fashion…
Rihanna will be adding one more feather to her hat, the Work singer who was recently honoured at Harvard as this year’s Humanitarian of the Year, will be heading back to school once again to be honoured with the Award for Empowering Young Women at the 69th annual Parsons Benefit Award. The honour awarded to the singer, recognises exceptional individuals who empower young women on a global scale through self-expression and leadership. The Parsons Benefit, hosted by Parsons School of Design in collaboration with The New School’s College of Performing Arts, will be held at Pier 60 in New York…
Disney’s “Lion King” live-action reboot is getting in formation. Sources tell Variety that Beyonce is director Jon Favreau’s top choice to voice Nala in the upcoming remake. Insiders stress that the Grammy winner has not made a decision regarding the film yet, as the star is pregnant with twins. But since it’s a voice-acting role, sources say the studio and director will do whatever it takes to accommodate her schedule. The songstress announced her pregnancy in early February and dropped out as a Coachella headliner by month’s end. Lady Gaga will replace the “Single Ladies” singer at the desert music…
The Borno state Governor, Kashim Shettima and some Northern elders met with the Senate President, Bukola Saraki to discuss Senator Ali Ndume’s suspension. Ndume was suspended for six months by the Senate for allegedly accusing the Senate President falsely. According to Premium Times, the delegation led by Shettima, met Saraki in his house at night, on Thursday, March 30, 2017. An inside source also confirmed the report, saying , “The purpose of the visit was for mediation. “They went to meet other leaders in Senate as well.” Ndume had helped Saraki in his bid to become Senate President, against the…
A high ranking member of the Boko Haram terrorist group, Mr Bulama Kailani Mohammed Metele has surrendered to 145 Task Force Battalion, 5 Brigade troops at Damasak. Brig.-Gen. Sani Usman, Army spokesman made this known in a statement on Saturday in Maiduguri. Usman said that Metele, from Tumbun Bera in Borno, belonged to Mamman Nur’s faction of the terrorists group under the leadership of Abu Mustapha. He said that Metele was of serial number 253 on the Nigerian Army’s wanted Boko Haram terrorists poster produced recently. “He is currently undergoing further interrogation,’’ he said. Meanwhile, Usman said that two suspected…
The presidency has released a statement saying that President Buhari will not take any drastic measure against the National Assembly. The legislative and executive arms have been flexing muscles, reportedly following the refusal of the Senate to confirm the appointment of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) boss, Ibrahim Magu. Senators also condemned the attitude of Buhari’s appointees when they are summoned to the Red Chambers. The lawmakers, in a bid to make their point, refused to screen and confirm the Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) sent to them by Buhari, until he sacks Magu. Speaking on the issue, the…
Shortly after the completion of “Omugwo,” “The Tribunal” and “Roti,” Kunle Afolayan has moved on to his a new movie titled “Stella and Oba.” We have put together five things you should know about the upcoming movie; 1. “Stella and Oba” features Nigerian singer, Chidinma Ekile alongside Demola Adedoyin, Zack Orji, Tina Mba, Kunle Afolayan, Lere Paimo, Jimoh Aliu, Adebayo Salami, Iya Awero, Baba Gebu, among others. 2. The movie is set in Ilorin, Kwara State. 3. Director of photography is Adekunle ‘Nodash’ Adejuyigbe’. 4. Kunle Afolayan features in the movie as a pilot. 5. The upcoming movie is a…
Thousands of Lil Wayne fans felt like the recipients of an early April Fool’s Day joke Friday night in Minneapolis. The rapper was supposed to headline a show at Target Center, which also featured Rich Ross, Young Jeezy and Prof. Target Center officials say Lil Wayne was unable to be there due to “plane mechanical issues.” He did reassure fans on Twitter that he will make things right. This is the third time Lil Wayne has disappointed Minnesota fans. Friday’s show was actually a make-up concert for one he missed in February. He also bowed out of a Minneapolis show…
As is the norm for Wednesdays, Osas Ighodaro celebrates her WCW on Instagram and you can guess who made the cut. The Tinsel actress shared a darling photo of her little girl on Wednesday, March 29. 2017, making the little princess her all time woman crush. She shared the sweet photo with the caption, “My WCW always. my lil princess”. We agree wholeheartedly!
Alexander Abolore Adigun aka 9ice has denied having any issues with former Coded Tunes label mates, Olamide and Reminisce. 9ice made this known in a recent interview with Punch Newspapers saying he maintains a cordial relationship with the rappers. In his words: “There is no issue between myself, Olamide and Reminisce. The reason I was not at one of Olamide’s concerts was because I was not in the country and that was the same reason I missed Reminisce album listening party,” he said. Continuing, he said: “It is just that our schedules are tighter now. I was on Olamide’s first…