Organisers of the annual Best of Nollywood Awards have announced veteran actress, Bimbo Akintola and Tinsel actor, Gideon Okeke as the host of this year’s edition. Both actors who were recently on set of Ebola movie, 93 Days will be anchoring the 2015 BON Awards which comes up at The Dome in Akure, Ondo state on Sunday, December 13, 2015. Bimbo Akintola, who made her Nollywood debut 20 years ago, and Gideon Okeke will be replacing 2014 hosts, Fred Amata and Gbemi Olateru-Olagbegi.
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American model and , Amber Rose is massively endowed and she never misses the chance to flaunt it. The mother of one, once married to rapper Wiz Khalifa, yesterday taunted her followers on Instagram by posting a photo which outlined the shape of her pierced nipples. Love her or not, that was how the ‘Slut walk’ activist wished to say her good morning.
It is still raining Adele‘s ‘Hello’ covers in the Nigerian music industry as talented gospel act, Lara George has shocked many by dropping her version of the hit song. The award winning former Kush member has released her own version, as produced by Dimeji Durotoye (Jay). Nigerian singers like Omawumi,Praiz, Niyola and many others have also dropped their own covers, with music fans awaiting Mc Galaxy‘s version. Many industry watchers are asking who is next and when will the trend stop. You guess is as good as ours.
Actress, Dayo Amusa is set to dazzle her colleagues and guests at the movie premiere of Fadekemi Momoh’s ‘Thin Line’ (Iseju Kan). Weeks ago, she dropped her version of the massive hit, ‘Hello’ to mixed reactions and the actress seem keen to forge a musical career. The premiere/launching, which comes up on Sunday, December 20 at the Grandeur Event Place, is being hosted by Iyabo Ojo’s Fespris World. Asides Dayo Amusa, Zeegroove band will also be thrilling the guests.
Gorgeous Yoruba actress, Kemi Afolabi has taken to Instagram to share a photo of herself sharing a passionate kiss with co-actor, Muyiwa Ademola. Kemi captioned the image: ‘The time now is 1:11am While most of you are fast asleep!Am here kissing @muyiwaademolaauthentic.’ It is all work-related however as the picture was taken on a recent movie set by another actor, Razak Olayiwola aka Ojopagogo, who was filming alongside the duo. Muyiwa is married with kids to Omolara, while Kemi Afolabi is also happily married with a daughter to her UK-based husband, Wale Adesipe.
It’s raining albums at the moment in Nigerian. With more albums expected to drop before the end of the year, much more are in the works to be released next year, 2016. Already, acts like Wizkid and Davido have moved their album releases to 2016, now Beat Fm and Chocolate City Disc Jockey, DJ Caise has also announced plans to drop his debut album in 2016. In a chat with comedian, Tee A at his comedy show that held in Lagos last night, Dj Caise said, ‘Yea it’s something am working on and my first album should drop in May…
Nigerian dancehall star, Damini Ogulu otherwise known as Burna Boy was recently interviewed by Fader Magazine. In the very revealing interview, Burna Boy made some shocking revelations and accusations, saying he doesn’t feel like a part of the Nigerian music industry. He also spoke on how political the industry is and the fact that award organizers don’t see his efforts because they don’t like him. In his words, ‘It’s political, man. To be honest I don’t really feel like I’m a part of the industry. I don’t get awards because the powers that be don’t really like me. I’m not…
Nollywood actor and comedian Saheed Mohammed better known as Funky Mallam has said that featuring in Kunle Afolayan‘s October 1 was a dream come true for him. In a recent interview, Funky Mallam said: ‘It is a dream come true and at the same time it was an awesome experience filming with someone who knows what filmmaking is all about. It is a honour and I learnt a lot working with professionals.’ He also revealed that the movie boosted his career internationally. ‘I had a great feeling when I read what critics said about me in newspapers and on the…
Nollywood actress, Monalisa Chinda and movie producer, Emem Isong share a tight relationship thus it is no shock their families hangout together. Earlier today, Monalisa shared a photo of her daughter, Tamar hanging out with Emem Isong’s 8-year old son, Kenechukwu in a pool. ‘Fun times at the pool – Tamarlily and @ememisong‘s son Kay Kay. #adorablekids having #bigfun,’ she captioned the photos. We agree, they are adorable!.
Fast rising Nigerian rapper, Tesh Carter has released sizzling photos to promote her new video, ‘Kilofe‘. The Illnostro Records act, who was formerly signed to Clarence Peters‘ Capital Hill, only a day ago dropped her cover of Drake’s Hot Bling. Flaunt it girl.
Nollywood power couple, Tchidi Chikere and Nuella Njubigbo have finally made their union a legal thing after getting married at the Ikoyi Registry yesterday. And to make it double dose celebration, the couple’s only child also turned one on the same day. The couple held their traditional wedding in March 2014. Their union has however been filled with controversies after Tchidi’s ex-wife and mother of his three kids, Sophie Chikere alleged that the actress started dating her former hubby even while they were still married.
Top Nollywood actress Doris Simeon has said that she is no way against getting married again. The cross-over actress who was once married to filmmaker, Daniel Ademinokan recently opened up in an exclusive chat that she isn’t closing the door on marriage. ‘I am not God, only God can say. I might just say I don’t want again but what if God says its time for you to settle down again. So it’s not a closed door for me when it comes to marriage,’ Doris said. When asked if she is currently in a relationship, she went comical. ‘Yeah, I…
Five years ago, legendary musician and producer Cobhams got married to Ojuolape Veronica Olukanni at the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Redemption Camp. On December 2, 2010, the General Overseer of the RCCG Pastor Enoch Adeboye and his wife were not only present at the ceremony and but also played a major role in the proceedings as they prayed for the couple and helped ease them into married life. After their church ceremony, Cobhams and Ojuola proceeded to their wedding reception at the Redemption Resort in the Redemption Camp. Happy anniversary guys!
Fast rising star, Patoranking claims he wanted to sign top Ghanaian rapper, Sarkodie some years ago. The singer revealed this during an interview with the Drive Time Show on Ghana’s Live FM, where he said he’s been following the ‘Illuminati’ rapper’s exploits for sometime. ‘I wanted to sign Sarkodie for 6 months. I wanted us to do an inter-state tour in Nigeria.’ Patoranking said. He added that listening to Sarkodie spit bars on Edem’s ‘You Dey Craze’ made him a fan. It is believed that the 2011 street anthem is one of the songs that pushed Sarkodie into mainstream appreciation.…
For several years, popular musicians including Madonna, Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, Destiny’s Child { Beyonce, Kelly Rowland, Michelle Williams}, Bruno Mars, Katy Perry and more have performed at the NFL Super Bowl half time show, which is one of the most watched event in the world. . Bruno Mars’ performance with the Red Hot Chili Peppers in 2014 was the most-watched halftime show ever with 115.3 million viewers, until his record was surpassed by Katy Perry’s performance on February 1, which was seen by 118.5 million viewers. . The 50th edition will hold on Sunday, February 7, 2016 at Levi’s…
Mavin act, Korede Bello was recently named a ‘Police Youth Ambassador’. The new honour makes him the first ever Nigerian musician to hold the position. The ‘Godwin‘ singer who is currently a Glo ambassador was presented with the plaque at an event in Abuja today December 2, 2015 by the Inspector general of Police, Solomon Arase.
Everton’s strong League Cup run can act as the perfect platform for the club to build on their Premier League form and fight for European positions, left back Leighton Baines has said. Baines, who underwent two ankle operations, made his first competitive appearance since early May in Tuesday’s 2-0 win over second tier side Middlesbrough in the quarterfinal of the League Cup. “We’re excited about where we are at the moment and we’re looking forward,” Baines told the club’s website (www.evertonfc.com). “This (League Cup) run is something we’re all excited about… There are no easy rides and we are prepared…
Chelsea are the latest Premier League club reported to be chasing Germany forward Thomas Mueller, but as far as Bayern Munich are concerned their vital star is ‘irreplacable’. According to UK media reports, Jose Mourinho’s Blues want to sign Mueller to replace Diego Costa, hardly surprising given the German’s current goal-scoring prowess. Mueller netted Bayern’s opener in Saturday’s 2-0 win at home to Hertha Berlin to claim his 13th league goal, just four months into the season. It means he has scored in each of his last five competitive outings, taking his astonishing personal haul to 20 goals in 21…
French winger Franck Ribery admits he was delighted to take part in team training at Bayern Munich on Wednesday for the first time after nearly nine months out with injury. “It’s a super day for me and very emotional,” said Ribery after 264 days out with the persistent ankle injury he suffered on March 11. The 32-year-old hopes to make his comeback on December 12 in a league game at Bavarian neighbours Ingolstadt. But this Saturday’s key clash against fourth-placed Borussia Moenchengladbach or next Wednesday’s Champions League game at Dinamo Zagreb are definitely too soon. “It was the first long…
All guns blazing champions Juventus travel to crisis-hit Lazio on Friday looking for a fifth consecutive victory that would reduce the gap on leaders Napoli and possibly cost Stefano Pioli his job. The champions’ trip to the Italian capital has been brought forward a day due to Juve’s Champions League trip to Sevilla next week and, going on recent form, the smart money is on the Bianconeri. Juve’s 3-0 win at Palermo on Sunday, their fourth consecutive league victory, hoisted Massimiliano Allegri’s men up to fifth place in Serie A. They may be seven points off the pace but it…