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Japheth Omojuwa &Uche Briggs arrested for leading protest over NIS tragedy

Posted: 02 Apr 2014 12:19 PM PDT

Public speaker, blogger and activist Japheth Omojuwa was arrested this afternoon in Abuja alongside Uche Briggs for leading a protest for victims of the Nigerian Immigration Service employment test that took place on March 10th. The two men and one other person were taken to NSCDC office and there are reports that they were beaten by NSCDC officers at their headquarters. They've since been transferred to SSS office in Asokoro. See some tweets talking about the arrest after the cut...




 

Zayo: KOGA Open House Winner Debuts

Posted: 02 Apr 2014 11:33 AM PDT

Koga Open House competition winner  Zayo has finally released his new singles Mercies, Colored and Ewo Omo. Signed to Koga Records, Zayo is currently working with DJ Klem on his first EP scheduled for the third quarter of the year

Born Raheem Adeyemi Abdsobur, the Oyo-born rapper brings new life to the Nigerian rap scene with his unique and indigenous flows. Enjoy the songs below...

http://www.kogastudios.com/images/stories/songs/Coloured.mp3. « Link 1-Coloured
http://www.kogastudios.com/images/stories/songs/Ewo%20Omo.mp3 «Link 2- Ewo Omo
http://www.kogastudios.com/images/stories/songs/Zayo.mp3 « Link 3- Mercies

Newly married Paul & Anita Okoye share lovely family photos

Posted: 02 Apr 2014 09:41 AM PDT

Awww, how lovely. Paul Okoye, his wife Anita and their son take a dip in the pool. Paul shared the photos on instagram. Continue to see more pics...



Tchidi Chikere puts ex-wife on blast. Calls her the most terrible wife

Posted: 02 Apr 2014 10:34 AM PDT

I thought the drama was over after Tchidi married Nuella last weekend but like some of you said, the drama is only just beginning. The Nollywood actor a few minutes ago took to his twitter account to put his ex-wife Sophia Tchidi Chikere on blast, calling her the most terrible wife, and implied that she cheated when they were together.

But why do this to the mother of your children tho? What if your kids see this? See his tweets after the cut...




Emaciated former NAFDAC DG pictured again at ongoing CONFAB

Posted: 02 Apr 2014 08:15 AM PDT

Mrs Dora Akunyili looking nothing like her old self at the ongoing National Conference in Abuja. Mrs Akunyili confirmed last week that she just came out of a serious illness but was well and just needed time to put on some weight.

Ndani TV premieres Season 2 of ‘The Juice’ this Sunday on Africa Magic

Posted: 02 Apr 2014 07:23 AM PDT

"It's a new season and a new direction!. We are happy to push the boundaries of television and entertainment at Ndani TV, and we are excited about the future!"


With the Announcement of the new season of The Juice' moving to satellite TV, it's no wonder Ndani TV executives are excited. If there's one reason Ndani TV has steadily gained followers and attention since its inception, it is because it focuses on the highest quality programming that celebrates and showcases the best of Africa. Continue...


The enormous success and popularity gained by 'The Juice' in its first season, online across the African continent and in the diaspora, was just the first step in a long term plan to change the feel of entertainment television in Africa.

The host of 'The Juice', Toolz, takes us into the personal lives of celebrities and shows us a side to them you don't often see on camera.

Season 2 brings us a little more laughter, digs a little deeper and stops at nothing to make sure you #GetTheJuice.

'The Juice' kicks off with a launch event on Saturday 5th April at Wheat Baker, 4 Onitolo road Ikoyi, EtiOsa Lagos from 6pm and the season will air on Sundays at 8pm (9pm Central African Time) starting this Sunday, 6th of April, on Africa Magic DSTV channel 151.



17yr old Ghanaian accepted into all 8 Ivy League colleges in the US

Posted: 02 Apr 2014 07:34 AM PDT

17 year old Ghanaian-American Kwasi Enin, has been accepted into all 8 Ivy League colleges in the US. Yes, all 8 - from Brown to Yale, Harvard, Princeton, Penn, Cornell, Dartmouth and Columbia, all holding a spot for the violist and aspiring physician from William Floyd High School, Long Island.

This feat is extremely rare, as most top students do not apply to all colleges and even if they did, the acceptance rate into these schools are less than 10%. "By applying to all eight, I figured it would better the chances of getting into one", Kwasi told NY Times.

Kwasi ranks No. 11 in a class of 647 at William Floyd, which puts him in the top 2% of his class. His SAT score, at 2,250 out of 2,400 points, puts him in the 99th percentile for African-American students.

"My heart skipped a beat when he told me he was applying to all eight," says Nancy Winkler, a guidance counselor at William Floyd High School, where Enin attends class. "In 29 years as a counselor, I've never seen anything like this. It's a big deal when we have students apply to one or two Ivies. To get into one or two is huge. It was extraordinary."
Kwasi (pictured above with his family) has a few months to decide which school he wants to attend.

Photos from singer Kefee's court wedding

Posted: 02 Apr 2014 07:04 AM PDT

These are actually old pics...just released recently. Photos from singer Kefee & Teddy Don-Momoh court wedding after their traditional wedding back in 2012. See more pics after the cut...



Church girl vs Club girl - Quote from Iyanya

Posted: 02 Apr 2014 06:16 AM PDT

When asked by Encomium mag what kind of woman he plans to settle down with when he's ready to get married, Iyanya said;
"I am not even sure these days because if you say you want to go to church and get one, she comes into the house and she's a mess, whereas you could have a club girl and she would be amazing. For now, I am just concentrating on music, trying to be successful because you will have to provide for her when she comes, whenever it is. I am just believing God for a best friend because it only makes sense when she is your best friend"

FIFA bans Barcelona from signing players for the next two transfer seasons

Posted: 02 Apr 2014 07:19 AM PDT

FIFA today April 2nd banned Spanish football giants FC Barcelona from signing players till summer 2015 over rules breach relating to the international transfer and registration of players under 18.

According to reports, the club was investigated by FIFA for 12 months over their youth recruitment policy. And after FIFA found out that the club had been engaged in illegally recruiting and importing non-Spanish minors over a four year period, the world football governing body handed out the transfer ban and also fined the club £306,000. (450,000 Swiss francs.)

FIFA also fined the Spanish FA £340,000 for allowing Barcelona to embark on a sustained and extended policy of what is viewed as child exploitation by the world governing body. Read FIFA's statement after the cut...


'FC Barcelona has been found to be in breach of article 19 of the regulations in the case of 10 minor players and to have committed several other concurrent infringements in the context of other players.
The disciplinary committee regarded the infringements as serious and decided to sanction the club with a transfer ban at both national and international level for two complete and consecutive transfer periods, together with a fine of 450,000 Swiss francs.

'Additionally, the club was granted a period of 90 days in which to regularise the situation of all minor players concerned.'
 'The disciplinary committee emphasised that the protection of minors in the context of international transfers is an important social and legal issue that concerns all stakeholders in football.
'The committee highlighted that while international transfers might, in specific cases, be favourable to a young player's sporting career, they are very likely to be contrary to the best interests of the player as a minor.
'Young football players are vulnerable to exploitation and abuse in a foreign country without the proper controls. This particular fact makes the protection of minors in football by the sport's governing bodies, especially by FIFA, even more important.'
FIFA only allows international youth transfers when one of three situations apply: the player's parents have moved country for their own, non-related reasons; the move takes place within the European Union if a player is aged between 16 and 18; or the player's home is less than 50 kilometres from the national border being crossed.

Sack letter over freedom of association @Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Posted: 02 Apr 2014 05:38 AM PDT

House Officers at the Nnamdi Azikwe University Teaching Hospital in Nnewi, Anambra State are being threatened of getting sacked by 4pm today over joining the Association of Resident Doctors in the state. Management of NAUTH yesterday April 1 posted a notice telling doctors they had only 24hours to rescind their decision to join the association or risk the withdrawal of their internship programme.

The House Officers say their decision to join was because of unaccountable deductions in salary and good working condition ...believing ARD would protect their interests. Aren't people free to join any association they want?...




WED Expo stormed Lagos again! Abuja next from April 12th to 13th

Posted: 02 Apr 2014 05:10 AM PDT

The just concluded WED Expo Lagos 2014 was nothing short of a resounding success and all who were part of it can attest to the immense benefits of the exhibition!


For 3 days, over 150 of Nigeria's best wedding vendors and service providers in the events industry showcased their products and services to thousands of brides, grooms, and people planning weddings and other events. Continue...
 In the spacious hall with well arranged aisles, contacts were made, business deals were closed, discounts were given and some lucky couples won giveaways for their upcoming weddings.


The Expo also hosted the Grand Finale of My Big Nigerian Wedding where Yemisi Aiyedun & Yomi Odusanya went home with the ultimate prize of a N15Million Wedding and a honeymoon in Dubai.
Every exhibitor who was a part of the event went home smiling. It was a bevy of trends, style, inspiration and loads of great ideas.

The WED Expo train moves on to Abuja in April. From April 12th to April 13th at the M&M Event Centre beside Nicon Luxury Hotel, Garki, Abuja, it would be another opportunity for vendors in the wedding and events industry to showcase their products and services to thousands of brides and grooms. Don't miss out on this awesome opportunity to project your brand and establish it as a key player in the wedding industry.

Need a booth? Please call 07001111933, 08147217096, 08023188820, 08187357215 | Add BB Pin 7C6B6761. Check out some photos from WED Expo Lagos 2014:


Meet Miss Fair & White Gold 2014 queen, Tiana Dimoke + pics from the pageant

Posted: 02 Apr 2014 04:21 AM PDT

Tiana Dimoke beat over 15 other girls to emerge the winner of the first edition of Miss Fair & White Gold beauty pageant. Tiana is a third year philosophy undergraduate of UNIBEN and an Indigene of Aguata L.G.A in Anambra State. The new ambassador won a brand new Nissan 2013 Rogue, and a diamond studded Russian Jewel crafted Swarovski wristwatch.

The first runner up, Uba Chikosolu Uzondu an undergraduate of open university won a diamond studded Russian crafted wristwatch, 250,000 while second runner up, Loveth Sade Awode a model and student of OAK fashion school Lekki, got the same wristwatch, and 150,000.

The event held on Friday March 28th at the Civic Centre in Lagos. Continue to see more photos...


 
It was a night of colour, glamour and glitz with the crème de la crème of society in attendance. Indeed the ambience of the civic centre, in Victoria Island Lagos was electrifying and the audience thrilled on the night of Friday March 28, 2014, when Fair & White Gold Range of Cosmetics products were launched and the brand ambassadors unveiled among the high profile dignitaries who gathered at the Civic centre for the event include Director General of NAFDAC, Dr, Paul Orhii, IT Guru and Chairman of Zinox computers, Leo Stan Ekeh,Chairman , Embassy Pharmacy, Pharm Nnamdi Obi,  Chairman Neros Pharmaceuticals, Chief Poly Emenike,  Hon(Barr) Uzama Okpaleke, MD, Ginpat Aluminium,Chairman & MD of Green Life Pharm, Obiora Chukwuka & Ebere Obi,Publisher of Encomium magazine,Kunle Bakare, among others. Stake holders in the fashion and beauty industry were also there. The pack was led by foremost cosmetologist and Iya Oge Opral Benson, Foremost Fashion Designer, Hajia Abba Folawiyo, former NTA Big Girl, Barrister Grace Egbagbe, Nollywood actress,Uche Jombo, Toyin Alakiu, and  Kemi Adewunmi . Labo DERMA Group France was represented by their CEO/PRESIDENT, Mr. Xavier Tancogne and Ms Marie Helene Girard of Yelen Paris. Captains of industry like, Chief Ben Amuta, Benneks Group of companies, Chief Ben Chinemelum, Chinbell Industries and Chief Bego Uluabuike graced the occasion
The Highly Elated CEO of BOZAC conglomerate, Patrick Chibueze, in his welcome address, paid glowing tribute to BOZAC partners and manufacturers of Fair & White, Labo Derma of France for its rigorous research which culminated in the production of the brand. BOZAC which is also Labo Derma's representative in Nigeria and sole distributor of Fair and White Gold, Chibueze assured, will work hard to ensure that the product dominates the Nigerian Market. The BOZAC boss said that the Fair and White Range meets the aspiration of the Nigerian woman who desires a glowing skin. Representatives of Fair & White Gold at the event were full of praises for Bozac and pledged that the company will continue to strategically partner with BOZAC.  The Trio   of Egbagbe, Benson and Hajia Folawiyo were on hand to masterfully unveil the brand ambassadors.
 
Dimoke Tiana a third year philosophy undergraduate of UNIBEN emerged the overall Fair and White ambassador. Tiana, an Indigene of Aguata L.G.A in Anambra State was emotion struck while being unveiled as the brand ambassador. Tears freely cascaded down her cheeks while she was being handed the keys of her brand new Nissan 2013 Rogue. Tiana also went home with a diamond studded Russian Jewel crafted Swarovski wristwatch. The first runner up, Uba Chikosolu Uzondu an undergraduate of open university won a diamond studded Russian crafted wristwatch, 250,000 while second runner up, Loveth Sade Awode a model and student of OAK fashion school Lekki, got the same wristwatch, 150,000. Mrs. Benson congratulated the winners and urged them to be good ambassadors of Fair and white Gold. 
 
The evening featured surreal musical performances by Akin Shuga and his band, Dauda and other A-List Stand up Comedians as well as the famous Ohafia war dance. Aficionados and connoisseurs of good wines and champagne had a Good Friday night treat and bar tenders kept the guests busy with constant supplies.
 
Fair and white gold range comes in a line of exceptional skin care formulae with focus on different aspects of the beauty of the African woman. With the launching, supermarkets and stores across the country will have the products
 
 It is true that Nigerian's cosmetics market is saturated with a plethora of skin products, the entry of Fair and White Gold in the fray will no doubt cause a major upset as regard consumers' loyalty. This is because excellence and efficacy are part of the hallmark and Unique Selling Position (USP) of the brand. Besides, Fair & White Gold ranges of products do not leave a hole in your pocket. It is cost effective and can be afforded by a broad spectrum of consumers across income strata.
The presence of NAFDAC DG at the event bears huge testimony to the fact that Fair & White Range underwent rigorous test set by the relevant regulatory authority, NAFDAC, and received a clean bill of health
 
 The BOZAC boss expressed optimism that with their efficacy and affordability, the products will tremendously enjoy consumer's loyalty.

Photo: Flavour shares hot pic of himself with a friend in a pool

Posted: 02 Apr 2014 06:06 AM PDT

Who would you hit? Lol. Don't answer that question. #kidding. Hot dudes! Meanwhile, I haven't done 'who would you hit' in a while..any suggestions? Meanwhile, Flavour also shared a pic showing off his massive back tattoo. See the pic after the cut...



Police officer dismissed for raping a 4-year-old girl in Plateau

Posted: 02 Apr 2014 03:23 AM PDT

According to a Punch report, a policeman attached to the Plateau State Police Command was dismissed yesterday from the police force after being found guilty of luring and raping a 4-year-old girl identified as Helen .
Around 9pm on March 26th, corporal Damudu Bzibu (pictured above), allegedly lured the little girl and raped her in Kassa Barakin Ladi Local Government Area.
According to the Plateau State Police Commissioner, Chris Olakpe, who paraded Damudu alongside other criminals, the little girl's father found blood gushing from her vagina and upon serious enquiry, the girl told him it was uncle Damudu that raped her. The Commissioner said Damudu was immediately given an orderly room treatment, found guilty and is now dismissed from the force. He is to be charged to court soon.
Also amongst the criminals paraded yesterday was a man, Benjamin Tofa, who killed his wife for not accepting his sexual advances.

Pics: Stephanie Linus stunning @Vlisco Women’s Month Award nite

Posted: 02 Apr 2014 02:25 AM PDT

On Sunday 30th March, Nollywood actress Stephanie Linus stepped out in a stunning short printed Vlisco gown with silver embellishments designed by Mon Ami at the Vlisco Women's Month Award Night as the face of this year's International Women's Day campaign. Other stars such as Waje and Joke Silva graced the event. Continue to see more photos...



Mente de Moda Fashion & Art Exhibition holds April 6th

Posted: 01 Apr 2014 11:33 PM PDT

The Bang & Kosher team are delighted to bring to you yet another edition of the "Mente de Moda" series. Mente de Moda which has transcended from just being a fashion exhibition to a full scale lifestyle live retail experience, bringing together bright and innovative young minds in the lifestyle industry, thus empowering them to take on the next phase of their careers. Continue...


MDM is here to give labels the opportunity to experiment with physical retail experience, face to face consumer feedback and test the market. 


The April rush edition of this lifestyle mini market is set to hold on the 6th of April 2014at Maddox, 82 Adetokunbo Ademola street Victoria Island, Lagos.

This edition will feature the usual mouth watering bites, live paintings with bidding to follow as well as spoken word sets from the finest poets in the city. Also, guests appearances from big fashion names who seek to speak to vendors about taking their brands to the next level

Dear LIB readers: How can I win over my mother-in-law to be?

Posted: 01 Apr 2014 11:12 PM PDT

I know some of you think I make these stories up...but I really don't. But sometimes I wonder if the folks who send me these mails make some of these things up. Like this one for instance. Really? Lol

From a female LIB reader
My mother-in-law to be was the secretary to one of my aristos back in the day. I used to dash her money well well whenever her oga settles me. Now many years down the line there is this guy who is madly in love with me and me sef I want to settle down with him but his mother says Lai lai. She was kind not to open my secret to her son and has said I can never marry her son. How can I win her over people because I really love her son...

Sean Tizzle releases new promo pics + set to release debut album

Posted: 01 Apr 2014 03:27 PM PDT

Just weeks before he releases his debut album " The Journey" Sean Tizzle unveils his new set of promo pictures. The album which is due to drop sometime this month features a host of Nigeria's A-List artists. Continue to see more photos...



 

Yes dear men, it's the same woman...lol (Photo)

Posted: 01 Apr 2014 01:33 PM PDT

You know how men fake it by using game? Well, we women fake it by using make-up. Lol. And don't blame us, most men like us this way, so we put out what sells. *wink*

Four suicide bombers die in attempted attack in Maiduguri

Posted: 01 Apr 2014 01:28 PM PDT

Four suspected Boko Haram members died today after the vehicles in which they each rode in exploded as they headed towards a NNPC facility on Maiduguri-Dambora road in Mule, an outskirt of Maiduguri, Borno State. Apparently they each had their vehicles laced with bombs that would detonate at the same time.
 
Spokesman for the Joint Information Centre for Counter Terrorism Campaign, Major General Chris Olukolade said that three out of the four explosive-laden vehicles were demobilized by shots fired at them by soldiers at the check point shortly before the explosions.
 
Reports say five soldiers were killed when the bombs exploded and the exact number of civilian casualties is yet to be ascertained.

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