Welcome to Linda Ikeji's Blog

Welcome to Linda Ikeji's Blog


Photo of the day: Nigeria at the Miss Universe contest in 1964

Posted: 25 Jul 2014 12:59 PM PDT

50 years ago. Before many of us were born. How things have changed. They were still beautiful back then though...

Thrills, battle at Maltina Dance-All 8 Port-Harcourt Auditions

Posted: 25 Jul 2014 12:31 PM PDT

There were thrills, battle as hundreds of contestants took to the dance floor to compete for slots at the Maltina Dance All (MDA) season eight regional audition held in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The atmosphere at the Atrium Event Centre, venue of the two-day auditions was electrifying as the dancers - both young and old - trooped in to showcase their skills. Continue...





At the end of a very difficult selection process which was held on the second day, eight dancers were selected they include, Vincent Osanebi 21, Ebi Williams 22, Sunny Onyeka 23, Richard Emmauel 18, Wilfred Utere 20, Ukeme Akpan 23, Uzodinma Calistus 19 and Kelsi Dide 18. The next step is for the eight contestants to participate with their families at their homes and if they are selected and pass the medical tests they will finally qualify to enter the popular MDA Academy. Watch the exciting video here http://t.co/OVPWZCDwkYas Port-Harcourt dances to the Rhythm of Happiness Dance.

Assistant Brand Manager Maltina, Diekoye Oyeyinka stressed that. He said, "The excitement and the happiness expressed by everybody here is a reflection of what the Maltina brand is about and is in sync with this year's MDA theme, Rhythm of Happiness'. The MDA is also a strong platform that brings families together. It's all about bonding, sharing and caring. The energy, talent and excitement displayed by the dancers in Port-Harcourt were impressive. What we have witnessed today shows that Port-Harcourt people love to dance and they are proud about it. They have made a huge statement about that today."

The judges, Muyiwa Osinaike, Bimbo Obafunwa and Ukalina Opuwari, described the auditions as the best ever. Muyiwa Osinaike said "It has been a very interesting and entertaining 2-day audition here in Port-Harcourt. I've been here for about four times but this has been the best ever. There was so much energy and talent that the selection process was more difficult than usual. But at the end of the day we were able to pick the best eight dancers.

Other participants at the electrifying audition won various exciting gifts ranging from generator, Television and Home Theatre. To see more pictures visit  http://www.maltina-nigeria.com/




Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg now richer than Google owners

Posted: 25 Jul 2014 12:00 PM PDT

When Google founders Sergey Brin and Larry Page became billionaires many years ago, Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg was still struggling with the social networking site. But now he's richer than them, this is according to Bloomberg. See the full report from Bloomberg below...
The Facebook Inc. chairman added $1.6 billion to his fortune yesterday after the world's largest social network closed at a record. The surge elevated the 30-year-old's net worth to $33.3 billion, moving him past Brin, 40, and Page, 41, as well as Amazon.com Inc. Chief Executive Officer Jeff Bezos, 50, on the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.
Zuckerberg is No. 16 on the ranking. The Google founders are 17th and 18th. Bezos occupies the 20th spot.
"He's just getting started," David Kirkpatrick, author of "The Facebook Effect," said in a telephone interview. "He's going to become the richest person on the planet."

The Menlo Park, California-based company posted second-quarter sales that soared 61 percent to $2.91 billion yesterday, exceeding analysts' average estimate of $2.81 billion. The company's revenue gain follows Google's results last week, when the Web-search company posted sales that topped analysts' estimates, largely based on the strength of online ads.

Facebook has jumped 183 percent in the past 12 months, the biggest rally in the Standard & Poor's 500 Index, according to data compiled by Bloomberg. The company trades at 82-times reported earnings, compared to a multiple of 18.2 for the S&P 500. Google is up 7.5 percent for the year.

Mobile promotions accounted for 62 percent of ad sales, up from 59 percent in the prior period. Net income more than doubled to $791 million, with profit excluding some items at 42 cents a share, above the projection of 32 cents. In total, Facebook accounted for 5.8 percent of worldwide digital ad revenue in 2013, up from 4.1 percent in 2012, according to EMarketer Inc.

The company's performance also propelled the fortunes of other Facebook shareholders, including Dustin Moskovitz, the 30-year-old who started the social network with Zuckerberg at Harvard University a decade ago, and Sheryl Sandberg, Facebook's 44-year-old chief operating officer who became one of the world's youngest female billionaires in January. Sandberg owns about 9.9 million shares valued at $740 million and has collected more than $550 million in share sales.

"The company's success is growing by the minute," Kirkpatrick said. "There's no sign it's going to slow anytime soon."

Rapper Naeto C and wife Nicole welcome daughter

Posted: 25 Jul 2014 11:14 AM PDT

Rapper Naeto C and his wife Nicole welcomed a daughter this afternoon July 25th in a UK hospital. Naeto C was with his wife as they welcomed their second child. The couple, who married in 2012, already have a son...and now a girl. They must be thrilled. Big congrats to them!

Didier Drogba returns to Chelsea

Posted: 25 Jul 2014 09:43 AM PDT

Drogba just announced on his instagram page that he's back at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho revealed recently that he wanted Drogba back, and he's made it happen
"We want to win matches and win titles and Didier is one of the best strikers in Europe. He is still very adapted to the needs of the Premier League and we are thinking about it in a non-emotional way. If I bring him back, and the decision has to be made soon, it is because as a player he has qualities to make the team stronger. The team is not about the eleven. It is about the different options and as an option I would not say no about the possibility.' Mourinho said. Congrats to Drogba.

Nkataa Holiday Giveaway

Posted: 25 Jul 2014 10:54 AM PDT

Nigeria's fastest growing online hypermarket www.nkataa.com is rewarding its loyal customers with a Ramadan holiday reward Scheme, called Nkataa Holiday Giveaways!!


Customers stand a chance to win a brand new iPhone 5s, Samsung Galaxy S5, Samsung Galaxy Tab, Nkataa Care packages, Top up cards and lots more! How to enter? Just follow the steps after the cut..

1.      Follow @nkataaonline on twitter
2.      Answer the simple questions tweeted (tip all answers can be gotten off nkataa.com )
3.      Send the correct answer via DM to @nkataaonline

This Promo shall run for four weekends, starting this Saturday the 26thof July, 2014 every Saturday and Sunday between 12pm and 6pm daily until the end of August. So what are you waiting for? Get out your phones and start tweeting!


At Nkataa our customer's satisfactions is our top priority shop with us today and enjoy convenience, great customer service and same day FREE delivery. Visit www.NKATAA.com



"Nkataa… Bringing the market to you

Victims of Kaduna blast pictured in 'hospital'

Posted: 25 Jul 2014 09:35 AM PDT

Kaduna state Governor, Mukhtar Yero, pictured above visiting some victims of Wednesday July 23rd bomb blast in Kaduna state that killed at least 25 people. The injured are pictured in a 'hospital' in the state. See more photos after the cut...




Pics: Pope Francis having lunch with Vatican staff at their cafeteria

Posted: 25 Jul 2014 09:10 AM PDT

What a man! Pope Francis pictured above after he popped in unannounced at the Vatican workers' cafeteria this afternoon where he lined up, tray in hand, along with stunned workers and had lunch with them. See more photos after the cut...



Pics: Troops hold suspected Kaduna bomber disguised as a woman

Posted: 25 Jul 2014 09:00 AM PDT

The Nigerian military in a statement released on its website says it has taken into custody a man dressed as a woman who is suspected to be connected with the Wednesday 23rd bomb blast targeted at former Head of state, General Buhari. Find the statement and more photos after the cut...



Troops are holding a man suspected to be connected with the explosion targeted at General Buhari on Wednesday.  The young man who was apprehended by military patrol team that swooped on the area immediately after the explosion, had disguised as a woman clad in female garb to exude femininity with a brazier affixed to his chest. 
The suspect was arrested while trying to fizzle into a crowd of onlookers when the patrol team arrived the scene.  Youths in the area attempted to mob him while he was being arrested but were restrained by troops who quickly whisked him away in an armoured personnel carrier.  
He is currently being interrogated by security agencies in a bid to ascertain his links
 

Merrybet Week 7: N2million Jackpot To Be Won!

Posted: 25 Jul 2014 07:12 AM PDT

It's a keenly contested race for the week 7 jackpot as nineteen people who already got a strike will need just one more strike to win it. Since there was no winner for the N1,000,000 jackpot for week 6, week 7 jackpot will be N2million.


Each week the bookmaking giant, Merrybet ensures that their commitment to bettering the lives of Nigerians and creating a lot of millionaires through the Merrybet "Predict & Promo' is fulfilled as several winners have emerged from different parts of the country. Continue...


Interestingly the guys from Delta are left out from week 6 Highest Point Category winners and we have our first set of winners from Imo and Abia.

Here are the Highest Point winners for week 6:


1st place: Okii Daberechi from Imo





2nd place: Mba Chukwuemeka from Abia




3rd place: Victor Timitimi from Bayelsa




BECOMING A MILLIONAIRE MIGHT NEVER BE THIS EASY…. WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?   


To participate, simply logon to www.merrybetpredict.com to get your free weekly prediction and play.



Up for grabs this week:                                                                
Week 7 Jackpot: N2,000,000
1st Highest point for the week: N100,000
2nd Highest Point for the week: N50,000
3rd Highest point for the week: N30,000
4th to 103rd (next 100 highest points): N1,000 mobile Airtime each

Liberian man infected with Ebola Virus in Lagos has reportedly died

Posted: 25 Jul 2014 07:12 AM PDT

Yesterday the Lagos State Ministry of Health said a Liberian man is being tested for the deadly Ebola virus in Lagos (read here). The man, Patrick Sawyer, (pictured above) has reportedly died.

According to reports, Patrick died yesterday night at the First Consultant Medical Centre, Obalende, Lagos where he'd been receiving treatment. His condition was said to have worsened.

Sawyer, who was an official of the Liberian Ministry of Finance, arrived in Nigeria on Sunday July 20th for a conference.

Governor Okorocha gives shoot-at-sight order for cultists in Imo state

Posted: 25 Jul 2014 06:31 AM PDT

A bit harsh, or you approve? In a bid to tackle the increasing spate of cult activities in the state, the Imo state Governor, Rochas Okorocha yesterday, July 25th gave a shoot-at-sight order for cultists to security operatives attached to Ohaji Egbema LGA where 6 people were killed during a clash between two rival cult groups known as Day-Gbam and Day-Well. Lol. See name of cults.

The governor gave the directive when he paid a visit to the troubled local government area, plagued with cult activities, where residents are said to be living in constant fear.

The governor inaugurated an Anti-Cult Task Force, which comprises of the Army, Police, SSS and the Imo Security Network, and gave them an order to shoot cult members at sight. The anti-cult task force will be deployed to troubled areas in the state to search for and move into cultists' dens as part of measures to improve security situation in the State.

Man guns down pregnant burglar after she told him 'I'm going to have a baby'

Posted: 25 Jul 2014 05:45 AM PDT

80 year old pensioner Tom Greer (pictured right) shot and killed Andrea Miller, 28 (pictured left), as she ran away from him after burgling his home with another man.

Mr Greer, who was not arrested for the killing, said he shot the woman twice in the back after she told him she was pregnant.
"She says 'don't shoot me, I'm pregnant - I'm going to have a baby'. And I shot her anyway. The lady didn't run as fast as the man so I shot her in the back twice. She's dead, but he got away." Mr Greer told news channel NBC4 without remorse.
Miller and another man identified as 26 year old Gus Adams burgled the man's home in Long Beach, Los Angeles earlier this week. Greer said he caught them in his house in the middle of the night.
"When I went in there, they tackled me. Both of them jumped up on top of me."
Greer said while they were ransacking his house, he found his gun and fired it making them both run from the house empty handed. But as the lady was running away from the scene, she pleaded with him not to shoot her that she was pregnant, Greer still went ahead and killed her, justifying his actions as self-defense.

But shouldn't he have had mercy on her? Seeing that she was running and hadn't stolen anything, didn't harm him and claimed to be pregnant? Opinions vary on this. What do you think?

Tecno unveils a new outlet in partnership with Equitoni

Posted: 25 Jul 2014 05:43 AM PDT

The event took place on Tuesday July 22nd at Murtala Mohammed Airport 2 and was attended by various supporters and customers, the CEO/Founder of Equitoni Mr. Onuigbo Anthony Prince and many others.

Speaking on the event and partnership with Tecno Mr. Onuigbo Anthony prince said Equitoni is one of the major partners of Tecno Mobile in Nigeria, and as a result of the clear cut business policy of EQUITONI that the company is able to get the necessary support and approval from Tecno Equitoni management to open the first flagship shop TECNO mobile in Nigeria.  Continue...


He said, the choice of departure hall of Murtala Mohammed Airport 2, is to enable the company track down high flying clients who may not have time to go into the city market or shopping malls, to buy their mobile phones thus limiting their choices to that of their personal assistance and to give the airport users the opportunity of shopping and experiencing the features of Tecno Mobile while waiting for their flight time. Also, any customer who buys from the airport shop is assured of the real value for his or her money and will have free application download for him or her while he or she is waiting for the flight.

Commenting on price Mr. Onuigbo Anthony Prince said customers will be buying at TECNO recommended retail prices even when others may be selling at high prices and that TECNO Mobile are price friendly compared to other phones of similar features.



This may not be news but...:-)

Posted: 25 Jul 2014 05:18 AM PDT

I'm outta here! Over to y'all :-)

Tribal marks! At what point does it go from culture to child abuse?

Posted: 25 Jul 2014 04:34 AM PDT

When we look at this pic, there's nothing traditionally or culturally wrong with it. Tribal marking has been happening for centuries and it's accepted. But there are those who believe that when it's done on a child who has no say in the matter, its a clear case of child abuse. They've tried to kick against it ...with of course...no luck! What do you think of tribal marks on children? Let's discuss!

Nigeria is on the verge of a break up - Bishop Oyedepo says

Posted: 25 Jul 2014 03:55 AM PDT

Speaking recently on the spate of bombings and attacks in the country, GO of the Living Faith Church aka Winners Chapel, Bishop David Oyedepo said that Nigeria is on the verge of a break up.
"I hope that we are willing to find solution to it. I would be the last person in this world to believe that government has not discovered those who are behind Boko Haram. Otherwise, we don't have any intelligence service in our country. Are they sacred cows that cannot be brought to book? Until we cut the source of their supplies and get those who are involved, we cannot stop them. But the danger is this, and I must say it here, we are at the verge of a break up. That is the truth. It's unfortunate. The Nigerian nation is too intelligent to claim not to have discovered those who are behind this. So, I really believe it's all in the hands of the authorities to decide whether they want to confront the issue headlong or to keep watching it until Nigeria breaks up......All that the church can do is to pray. The church is not in power, it has no political power. And when invited, we give advice, when required or called upon. You can't call someone and say can I advise you?" - Bishop David Oyedepo

Naija Street Champ competition grand finale/concert holds tomorrow

Posted: 25 Jul 2014 03:46 AM PDT

Date: Saturday 26th July 2014 | Time: 5 PM | Venue: Eko FM Hall, LTV 8, Agidingbi, Ikeja Lagos. Gate Fee: Free

All cards are on deck as the winner of the first edition of Naija Street Champ - the latest street music talent challenge emerges at the grand finale/concert this weekend in Lagos. There are four finalists competing for the one million naira prize and 3 years recording deal. They are: Continue...
Sulaimon Idris (Dabreez) representing Surulere zone, Shanuolu Adesola (Sholz) representing Ipaja Zone, Rodney Brown Edemhanria (Rodney) representing Ikeja zone and Abimbola Olugbenga (Raptitude) representing Bariga/Akoka zone. The general public is encouraged to vote for their favorite contestant  to ensure their spot in the top 3 increasing their chances of being the first winner of Naija Street Champ Competition.

To listen and vote for your favorite contestant, visit www.naijastreetchamp.com/votes or SMS WINNER STAGENAME to 33140. Voting ends at the event venue. Facebook: www.facebook.com/9jastreetchamp. Twitter: www.twitter.com/9jastreetchamp
 Contact: For IVs and other enquiries, call 07038712582 or e-mail tchristopher@keskese-ng.com

Monarch, 15 others killed in Borno state

Posted: 25 Jul 2014 03:36 AM PDT

Suspected members of Boko Haram yesterday July 24th, invaded and attacked Garubula village in Biu LGA of Borno State, killing the District Head, Alhaji Ibrahim Dawi, and 11 others, the Nation reports. The sect members also invaded the homes of two members of the local vigilante group, dragged them out and took them to a river bank in Gamboru Ngala, a border town with Cameroon Republic and killed them.

There are also reports that two people suspected to be a motorist and a passenger were ambushed and shot dead along the Maiduguri – Gamboru Ngala road. The Maiduguri – Gamboru Ngala road came under attack on Tuesday July 22nd by terrorists with the blowing of the bridge linking the town with Cameroon Republic.

'They're not f**king him': Khloe blasts critics of her relationship with French Montana

Posted: 25 Jul 2014 03:17 AM PDT

Khloe Kardashian and French Montana seem to be really crazy about each other. Not only have they been inseparable since they began dating early this year, they are now doing interviews together.

During an interview with Angie Martinez on Power 105 yesterday, the reality star blasted critics of her relationship with the rapper, saying;  
'They're not f**king him, so why should they care? Or maybe they are,' she said laughing. "People are going to comment no matter what. If I dated the most clean cut perfect guy they're going to comment. I've learned from my past that you have to keep some things private,' she said. 
French, who revealed Diddy introduced him to Khloe, denied reports that Kris Jenner doesn't like him "Me and Kris Jenner are best friends. We drink together.' he said. 

French Montana is Muslim from Morocco, continue to read what he said about staying off sex and alcohol during Ramadan...

French said he's observing Ramadan and so he's staying away from alcohol. Then Khloe said French is also taking a break from something else during the Islamic month of fasting... Sex!
"There's no sex during Ramadan,' she said, adding jokingly, 'That's so fun.'

Crack Ya Ribs with Julius Agwu live at Hackney Empire London Aug 24th

Posted: 25 Jul 2014 02:56 AM PDT

Julius Agwu & Friends live at Hackney Empire on Sunday 24th August 2014. Comedians: Pencil, Akpororo, Osama, Monkals , RomeoWivOutJuliet + More. Music: Phyno Fino, Patoranking, illBliss, BlackMagic, DizzyVC, Sna-Z + more

TKTS : From £25. Time : 6PM. Ticket hotlines : 07956333560 and 07864219139. Continue..


Crack Ya Ribs will also take place in Glasgow August 22nd @ 02ABC, Manchester August 25th @ Roots Restaurant and Aberdeen on August 30th @ Cafe Drummonds. 

Shots were fired yesterday...but not at Wizkid! :-)

Posted: 25 Jul 2014 02:37 AM PDT

Davido fired shots at 'some' artist yesterday on Twitter (see that here) and many of you thought it was at Wizkid. But nah, it was not him! Davido and Wizkid pictured above at JFK airport in New York yesterday. They are both in the city to perform at different shows. I actually found out who he was referring to and why but since he didn't mention names, I won't either..:-)

D'banj and Adama Indimi rekindle romance

Posted: 25 Jul 2014 02:17 AM PDT

D'banj has moved on from Genevieve Nnaji and all other ladies back into the arms of his former love, the gorgeous billionaire daughter Adama Indimi and this is authoritative. D'banj and Adama dated back in 2012 but eventually went their separate ways. But according to a source in the know, they rekindled their romance about three months ago.

I didn't even know they were back together until I saw a pic of Adama at D'banj's mum's birthday last weekend in Lagos (pictured left with arrow) and of course I started asking around and everyone was like 'since when?' lol. I hear they are pretty serious this time around and D'banj's mum approves.

Adama is the daughter of billionaire oil magnate Alhaji Mohammed Indimi, chairman of Oriental Energy Resources. She's the Chief Executive Officer and founder of Kauna Solutions ltd.


 D'banj and Adama back in 2012

Ex-MBGN Isabella Ayuk and her man booed up (photos)

Posted: 25 Jul 2014 02:25 AM PDT

Ex-Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria, Isabella Ayuk, pictured above with her man. There were rumours that he'd already popped the question but Isabella has since denied that they are engaged, saying they are only happily dating but we shouldn't rule out any happy announcement in the near future. Isabella was MBGN in 2012 and is currently the organizer of the Cross River Most Beautiful Girl pageant.

Dj Cuppy drops compilation mix "House Of Cuppy"

Posted: 24 Jul 2014 11:31 PM PDT

Cuppy's project, which she has been working on, for months is described as one of the best mixes produced by a DJ in 2014. House Of Cuppy is a 'House' mix of Nigerian songs by artistes Tiwa Savage, Kcee, Neato C feat D'banj, Dr Sid, Alexandra Burke, Chidinma, Wizkid, illBliss & Suspect.

The eclectic combination of instruments on the tracks helps to communicate an undeniable groove and infectious melodies that is guaranteed to keep you moving. Continue...



Inspired by the Dauphine of France, Marie Antoinette, DJ Cuppy has themed her compilation around her. In Cuppy's words 'House Of Cuppy' is her most passionate project yet.
This is just the beginning of what is yet to come from the talented DJ Cuppy


Download House Of Cuppy
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/cuppymusic/sets/house-of-cuppy
Hulkshare: http://www.hulkshare.com/Cuppymusic

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Twitter: @cuppymusic
Instagram: @cuppymusic @houseofcuppy
Facebook: www.facebook.com/cuppymusic
Website: www.cuppy.co.uk

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