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Photos: Court is shown photos of Pistorius minutes after he shot his girlfriend

Posted: 14 Mar 2014 01:30 PM PDT

A court in Pretoria today was shown dramatic photos of murder suspect Oscar Pistorius moments after he killed his girlfriend at his home on February 14th 2013. The photos show the Paralympian bare chested with blood smeared all over his shorts and prosthetic legs. The photos were taken by police photographers who arrived 40 minutes after the shooting.

Other images shown in court today included the blood-spattered toilet where Reeve Steenkamp was shot dead, the 9mm gun Oscar used in killing his girlfriend and the cricket bat he claimed he used to break down the toilet door after he shot Reeva. See the photos after the cut...





Paul Okoye and fiancee Anita Isama release pre-wedding photos

Posted: 14 Mar 2014 01:04 PM PDT

P-Square's Paul Okoye will be marrying his longtime girlfriend and the mother of his son, Anita Isama on March 22nd in the bride's hometown in Port Harcourt. Continue to see more pre-wedding photos...





House of Tara to host first Makeup in Nigeria Conference in April

Posted: 14 Mar 2014 01:00 PM PDT

Nigeria's leading make-up and beauty company, House of Tara has announced the first edition of the Makeup in Nigeria Conference (MINC), a learning experience to build and equip the nation's next set of pioneers, leaders and innovators in the beauty sector. The event holds on 30 April 2014 at the Oriental Hotel in Lagos. Continue...



"Makeup in Nigeria Conference is designed to create a strategic support base for every pro-artist in Nigeria to grow and evolve together, with the intention of building our industry into enviable heights," says Teniolami Adejuwon, Project Manager of the conference. "MINC promises to offer every attendee a platform to learn new skill sets, exchange ideas and ultimately network with industry veterans. It is a must experience event."

The Makeup in Nigeria Conference is an intellectual gathering of key players in the world of makeup artistry, which will serve as the authority platform offering practical business knowledge and professional skill-set demonstrations. The event designed for makeup professionals around Nigeria; will also provide all entrepreneurs and makeup brands need to know to become an industry insider, learn proven strategies to build a profitable and sustainable business model in record time.

"House of Tara is not just a business focused on its customers, it is also an industry enabler," said Tara Fela-Durotoye, CEO of House of Tara. "We are focused on opening up the space for expansion and for growth, and are also passionate about connecting entrepreneurs with opportunities. We are excited to host this conference."
The event will hold at The Oriental Hotel, Lagos on 30 April, 2014. Registration begins on February 17th, 2014. For more information, call 08091770582, visit www.makeupinnigeria.com or email info@makeupinnigeria.com.

Ex-president General of Ohaneze Ndigbo Amb. Ralph Uwechue dies

Posted: 14 Mar 2014 12:41 PM PDT

Ambassador Ralph Uwechue, one-time president of Ohaneze- Ndigbo, a pan-Igbo sociocultural body, has died. Chief Wechue died yesterday afternoon March 13th at an Abuja hospital.

Elected in November 2008 to head Ohaneze, Chief Uwechue was a envoy leader during the Obasanjo administration where he supervised conflict resolutions in Africa  and was also appointed to lead the ECOWAS Peace mission in Cote d'Ivoire.
An illustrious son of Ogwashi Ukwu Delta state, Chief Uwechue was aged 79. May his soul rest in peace...amen.

Chris Brown fires shot at his ex, Karrueche Tran on Twitter?

Posted: 14 Mar 2014 12:40 PM PDT

It was reported last week that it was Karrueche who ended their relationship because she could no longer deal with Chris' obsession with Rihanna. The singer went on twitter some days ago to profess his undying love for Kae...but fast forward to days later and he's singing a different tune 

Earlier today Chris @'d Karrueche on Twitter followed immediately with "Theses Hoes Ain't Loyal For Real..." before quickly deleting both Tweets. Later he tweeted that his new song titled 'Loyal' will be dropping next week.  See the tweets after the cut...




Tweets recreated below for effects

Chimanda Adichie wins US National Book Critics Circle Award

Posted: 14 Mar 2014 12:19 PM PDT

Renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie yesterday March 13th won the National Book Critics Circle Award for Fiction for her third novel about race and identity, Americanah.

The prize, which is chosen by 600 book critics and editors from major publications, is among the most prestigious literary recognitions in the world.

The award was presented to her yesterday at a function in Manhattan, USA. Congrats to her. Meanwhile the book was also shortlisted for the Bailey's Women Fiction Prize.

Photo: Toyin Lawani tattoos son's name on her hand

Posted: 14 Mar 2014 12:09 PM PDT

The fashion stylist shared this photo of her new massive tattoo, which is the name of her 2+ months old son. Toyin welcomed a son with fiance Trigakess on the 1st of January this year.

Heineken® Showcases UEFA Champions League Trophy In Nigeria

Posted: 14 Mar 2014 12:02 PM PDT

Heineken®, the World's leading international premium lager beer has explained the rationale behind its bringing the UEFA Champions League Trophy to Nigeria. This is coming just as the Champions League enters the critical 2013/2014 knockout stage. The trophy which arrived in the country on Wednesday with brand ambassador Ruud Gullit, ex-international Footballer and coach,will make a city wide tour of Lagos from March 13 - 16, 2014. Continue...



The UEFA Champions League Trophy Tour has been presented around the world for eight consecutive years by Heineken®, a UEFA Champions League partner, and will give footballenthusiasts in Nigeria, Argentina and Vietnam the chance Meet the Trophy this year. Like Heineken, the trophyis a true global icon. It represents the excellence of the UEFA Champions League worldwide and symbolizes the ultimate prize in European club football.
In order to make the event memorable, various events and activities have been lined up by the brand to give consumers, trade partners, as well as the media first hand contact with the trophy which was last in Nigeria in 2009.
Speaking at the Trophy Tour press briefing in Lagos, Mr. Walter Drenth,  Marketing Director Nigerian Breweries Plc, said,"the Champions league trophy tour, outside of Europe,isa uniquely Heineken®experience.Heineken® is the world's most International Premium Lager beer and the only brand able to take the trophy on an international tour." Drenth continued, "The UEFA Champions League has a long and distinguished heritage and is the pinnacle of European club football. The Trophy Tour demonstrates the true global reach and appeal of the UEFA Champions League making there no better partner for Heineken®. We are delighted that together with UEFA we can reward the passion and dedication of football fans around the world by taking the trophy to them."
The Champions league is the most prestigious club platform for international football stars and their clubs. With over 150 million TV viewers watching live coverage of the UEFA Champions League in 220 countries and territories every match week, this premier-sporting event has become global and fits perfectly with the Heineken® brand, which is enjoyed in almost every country in the world. 


Halle Berry headed for divorce...again?

Posted: 14 Mar 2014 11:39 AM PDT

Actress Halle Berry famously swore on the Oprah Winfrey Show in 2004 that she'd never marry again after her second marriage ended but she went back on her word and got married again...to French actor Olivier Martinez.

Now according to new reports, her marriage to Olivier is on the rocks. The couple have not been photographed together since Dec 7th and Olivier did not accompany Halle to the Academy Awards.

The mother of two has also stopped wearing her wedding band and the couple are rumored to be living apart. Halle and Olivier have one child together and she has one child with former partner Gabriel Aubry.

Halle Berry was married to Atlanta Braves outfielder David Justice from 1993 to 1997 and to R&B singer Eric Benet from 2001 to 2005.

Graphic pics: BH members slaughtered today by security operatives

Posted: 14 Mar 2014 11:30 AM PDT

Nigerian soldiers battled Boko Haram members early this morning in Maiduguri after members of the dreaded sect attempted to seize Giwa Barracks located in the city. This time, the soldiers came out on top as they succeeded in killing many members of the Islamic sect.

Director of Defence Information, Major General Chris Olukolade released a press statement earlier today explaining what was going on...
"Pockets of terrorists apparently in a move to boost their depleted stock of fighters this morning attacked a military location in Maiduguri with a view to freeing their colleagues who are being held in detention. The attack has been successfully repelled with heavy human casualty on the terrorists. Some of the victims of the terrorists' fired in their efforts to break into the detention facility, included those they came to rescue. Many of the terrorists and their weapons have been captured. Four soldiers were wounded and are being treated. Hot pursuits by land and air operations are ongoing along with cordon and search of surrounding localities."
Continue to see the very graphic photos of the dead BH members. *viewer discretion advised*




Photo: President Jonathan kneels before late Pres. Yar'Adua's mum

Posted: 14 Mar 2014 11:04 AM PDT

President Jonathan who is currently in Katsina State on a 2-day working visit, went to pay a courtesy visit on Hajia Aya Dada, the mother of his late boss, President Umaru Yar'Adua. He showed her great respect by kneeling before her to greet her.

Photos: Power Bike accident during CPC road show with Charly Boy

Posted: 14 Mar 2014 11:49 AM PDT

During the Consumer Protection Council (CPC) Bike Road show which was held today March 14th and led by Nigerian Consumer Ambassador, Charly Boy, a horrible bike accident occurred claiming the life of one person.

Charly Boy and other bikers were on the move during the road show when a horrible accident involving two of the bikers occurred around the Federal Secretariat, Abuja. 

The guy being carried in the pic above was later pronounced dead in the hospital, while the other guy has been hospitalized but responding to treatment at the Maitama General Hospital. 

A really sad CharlyBoy sent out his heart felt condolence to the family of the deceased biker, the one currently hospitalized and also to CPC. "I wish I could reverse the day" he said. Continue to see more photos from the accident. RIP to the man. Too sad!

The guy who died. His name was Sani

The other biker pictured above survived the accident

Late Sani. May his soul rest in peace...amen.

Zaron Victoria Island opens

Posted: 14 Mar 2014 05:22 AM PDT

Zaron V.I branch was officially opened on Sunday March 9th. The new store is located at Suite 38, Prime Shopping Mall, opposite Eti-Osa Local Government LCDA, Muri-Okunola, Victoria Island.

You can start your own business by registering to become a Zaron distributor (guaranteed up to 80% return on investment). The also offer makeover services, and  run training programmes. Visit them oon www.zaron.com.ng. Continue...



'NDLEA drug accusation messed up my acting career' - Baba Suwe

Posted: 14 Mar 2014 03:22 AM PDT

In a recent interview with Encomium mag, popular Yoruba comic actor Baba Suwe said that he has not received any money from NDLEA as damages and that the 'false accusation' has damaged his acting career and most of his friends don't want to associate with him anymore...
"I have not collected any money. The most painful thing is that I was wrongfully accused. Had it been I actually committed the crime, I wouldn't mind but they punished me for nothing. I was in NDLEA for almost three weeks and nothing was found on me. No matter the kind of juju one may have used, I don't think there is anybody that can even conceal cocaine for even two days. It would burst inside the person's stomach which may lead to death. And I believe after all their investigations, they should have released me so that I can continue with my career. But the whole situation, the way I was treated actually rubbished my image. My career has been dwindling. A lot of people who are supposed to be inviting me to take part in their movies abandoned me because of that incident. A lot of people that could have assisted me financially dont want to associate with me again. For instance I was close to Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu before and he was very nice to me. He had done a lot for me but now its very difficult for me to be close to him again. He is also even not comfortable with me around him again because of the allegation" Baba Suwe said

Gunmen kill 69 people in Katsina State

Posted: 14 Mar 2014 03:13 AM PDT

69 people including men, women and children were killed in separate attacks and several houses razed in 3 villages in Katsina State this week. Fulani Herdsmen have been accused of being behind the recent attack.

Confirming the attack to AFP, a lawmaker in the state, Honorable Abbas Abdullahi Michika said the men attacked three villages; Mararrabar Maigor, Kura Mota and Maigura Villages, where 47, 7 and 8 bodies were recovered from each village respectively
"So far, 69 bodies have been recovered from the attacks carried out by a large group of gunmen riding on motorcycles".
Fulani Herdsmen have been in a running battle with local farmers over the loss of grazing land which is important for their cattle.

Gov Peter Obi rewards 1st Class Anambra graduates with N1m each

Posted: 14 Mar 2014 03:03 AM PDT

Yesterday at the Alex Ekwueme Square in Anambra state, Anambra Governor Peter Obi presented a cheque of N160 million which is to be disbursed to 160 first class graduates who are origins of the state. The Governor said it was a gesture by his administration to encourage undergraduate students to strive for academic excellence.
He directed that none of the recepients should be given cash but the money should be paid into their various accounts for better utilization.

JM Films Interview exclusive: Who is Seyi Shay: Part 1/2

Posted: 14 Mar 2014 03:02 AM PDT

Nigerian Afro Pop star Seyi Shay opens up in Part 1/2 of her exclusive JM Films documentary 'Who is Seyi Shay?'. She talks about her experience growing up with family, her passion for music and what to expect in her forthcoming album. Enjoy...

"I want to have a child, with or without a man" Naomi campbell says

Posted: 14 Mar 2014 03:01 AM PDT

Supermodel Naomi Campbell, 43, says she wants to have a child whether she has a man in her life or not. She made this known during a radio interview with Diane von Furstenburg's Sirus XM Radio Town Hall show in New York on Wednesday...
"I'm at an age where I have decided I do want to have a baby. I have always spoken about children so many times in my interviews over the years. I do want to have a baby. And whether I'm with a man or not, I will have it on my own" Ms Campbell said.

'A 53 year old man wants to marry me' - Taiwo Ajai- Lycett

Posted: 14 Mar 2014 01:38 AM PDT

Veteran actress, Taiwo Ajai-Lycett, says even though she's in her 70s, she's not ruling out marriage. In an interview with Sunday Express, the legendary actress, who lost her husband many years back, said she can never say never when it comes to remarrying and at the moment, a 53 year old man is 'toasting' her.

When asked if remarriage was still on her card, she responded:
"I wouldn't say no. I am still alive (laughs). We can't foreclose. Its silly to say I'll never remarry. I could have remarried if the circumstances had been different. I have a 53year old man who wants to marry me. When you fall in love, you fall in love. You can't command the heart to fall in love and it wouldn't be a relationship if love isn't involved" she said.

Three Large Explosions Rock Maiduguri This Morning

Posted: 14 Mar 2014 01:35 AM PDT

The city of Maiduguri in Borno state this morning experienced three large explosions suspected to be a major bomb attack, Sahara Reporters reports
Saharareporters could not ascertain if the explosions led to deaths or destruction of any kind. But our sources states that the three explosions were heard across the city.
SaharaRepoprters learnt that fighters from the Islamist sect Boko Haram are attempting to bomb and take over a major military base known as "Giwa barracks" in Maiduguri. A gunfight is raging in the area as at the time of publishing this report.

Grosvenor Anniversary Promo: Buy Two, Get One Free

Posted: 14 Mar 2014 01:27 AM PDT

Grosvenor (London) the exclusive maker of the exquisite luxury shirts celebrate its 2nd year anniversary in Nigeria with the grand opening of a new outlet in Trinity Mall along Obafemi Awolowo  way Ikeja Lagos on 22nd march 2014. As part of the Anniversary celebration, Grosvenor has launched a promo of ' buy 2 get 1 free for both esteemed and prospective Clients. Continue...

 
For gentlemen/Ladies with taste and style of distinction, visit any Grosvenor store in Abuja or Lagos and enjoy the on-going anniversary promo of "BUY 2 GET 1 FREE" in this month of March.
Grosvenor Shirts- A Rich Heritage, Shirts of Distinction
Visit Grosvenor store Abuja @ plot 164 Ademola Adetokunbo Crescent Wuse 2. 08096557888, 09-2918265, 09-2918734, 09-2918730
No 63 Awolowo Road Ikoyi Lagos. 08099000028, 08063407000, 09092153952
No 12 Trinity mall Awolowo Way Ikeja Lagos. 09092153953, 08171964893
Grosvenor shirts Nigeria, the country outlet of Grosvenor (London) makers of the elegant, creative and classy luxury shirts celebrates its 2nd year anniversary in Nigerian fashion industry in grand style; Grosvenor will also like to announce the opening of its new outlet in Ikeja Lagos on 22nd march 2014.
For gentlemen and ladies with a flair for outstanding and unique fashion, now is the time for you to add luxury and creativity to your wardrobe as we present to you our anniversary promo of "BUY 2 GET 1 FREE" in this month of march.
Slipping on a Grosvenor shirt feels sumptuous on the skin, soft to touch, yet crisp and fresh in style.
Visit Grosvenor store Abuja @ plot 164 Ademola Adetokunbo Crescent Wuse 2. 08096557888, 09-2918265, 09-2918734,09-2918730
  No 63 Awolowo Road Ikoyi Lagos. 08099000028, 08063407000, 09092153952
  No 12 Trinity mall Awolowo way Ikeja Lagos. 09092153953, 0817196489

Angelina Jolie to undergo more preventive cancer surgeries

Posted: 14 Mar 2014 12:42 PM PDT

Actress and humanitarian Angelina Jolie has revealed she's in the process of going under the knife again as a preventive measure against the spread of cancer.  

The mother of six who had both breasts removed last year after tests showed she carried a gene which increased her chances of contracting both breast and ovarian cancer, told Entertainment Weekly the new operation is to prevent ovarian cancer
"Wherever I go, usually I run into women and we talk about health issues, women issues, breast cancer, ovarian cancer. It makes me to feel closer to other people who deal with the same things and have either lost their parents or are considering surgeries or wondering about their children. There is still another surgery to have which I haven't yet. I would get advice from all these people whom I have been talking to, to get through that next stage. " She said
Angelina's mum, Marcheline Bertrand, died of ovarian and breast cancer at the age of 56 in 2007.

House of Reps uncover fresh missing N35billion

Posted: 14 Mar 2014 02:56 AM PDT

According to a report by Punch, the House of Reps yesterday March 13th uncovered another missing N35billion. Read the full report below...
More revelations by the House of Representatives Committee on Public Accounts indicated on Thursday that the Office of the Head of Service of the Federation could not account for N35bn it collected from the Service Wide Vote within nine years.
While the records of the Budget Office of the Federation showed that the OHSF received N52bn between 2004 and 2012, the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Remi Adelakun, admitted only N17.6bn.
The committee, which is chaired by Mr. Solomon Olamilekan, insisted on Thursday that Adelakun must explain how the N35bn was spent.
At Thursday's session, the permanent secretary and officials of the budget office had disagreed over how much the latter released to the OHSF.

The records of the budget office showed that in 2004, the OHSF received N2.7bn; N9.8m in 2005; N701.7m in 2006; N896.3m in 2007; N5.3bn in 2008 and another N612.9m; and N70m in 2009.
For 2010, the figure was N17.6bn; in 2011, it was N13.6bn and N8.5bn in 2012.
However, the OHSF admitted the N17.6bn released in 2010.

Olamilekan ruled that the permanent secretary must produce documents on how the balance of over N35bn was utilised within two weeks.

In a separate case, the committee directed the Central Bank of Nigeria to refund the N1.015bn it spent in 2007 to print 65 million ballot papers for that year's presidential election.
The committee stated that there were "double payments" for the ballot papers, which it said the bank could not explain adequately.

Although the Director, Corporate Services, CBN, Mr. Dipo Fatokun, who represented the bank, denied the alleged double payments, the committee insisted that the bank made contradictory submissions.

Fatokun said, "There was no double payment. When we first appeared before the committee, we did not check our records very well and that was why we thought there were double payments."

'I'm not gay so my son will never be gay" - Bauchi Governor declares

Posted: 14 Mar 2014 05:10 AM PDT

Bauchi State Governor Isa Yuguda was a guest on BBC Africa radio show yesterday where he talked about the anti-gay law. He supported the bill and declared that he's not gay so none of his sons can be gay.

When asked what he would do if any of his sons confessed to being gay, Governor Yuguda exclaimed 'God Forbid!' then said "What will I do? Well, I may have to resign to my fate that I have a son who is a gay but I'm assuring you I'm not gay so my son will never be a gay. Gay blood doesn't flow in our family. I will never have one" Is homosexuality hereditary? Listen to the interview after the cut...



Missing Malaysian plane flew 5 more hours after its communication system shut down?

Posted: 13 Mar 2014 10:12 PM PDT

U.S investigators believe that the missing Malaysian Airlines Flight 370 communication system were shut off manually and that the plane flew for at least 5 more hours after it dropped off the radar based on analysis of signals sent by the jet's satellite communication link.

 U.S counterterrorism officials are pursuing the possibility that a pilot or someone else on board the plane may have diverted it toward an undisclosed location after intentionally turning off the jetliner's transponders to avoid radar detection, according to one person tracking the probe.

Three separate tracking devices shut down during the flight, 14 minutes apart, and continued to fly after the last known contact, which means the plane was intentionally diverted. But by who? The pilots or it was hijacked and diverted? If this theory is to be believed, then it means the plane landed somewhere and everyone is safe and alive? Very unlikely!

Malaysian authorities said yesterday that they have several "pings" from the plane's data system, transmitted to satellites in the five hours after the plane's last communication, suggesting the plane flew to the Indian Ocean, which is in the opposite direction of the plane's original route. U.S govt have now sent a search party to the Indian Ocean

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