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- Photos from the wake-keep of actress Henrietta Kosoko
- President Obama formally endorses Hillary Clinton for president
- Governor Wike pictured planting a kiss on his wife, Suzette, at a function in Rivers
- Another photo of Eben & Jahdiel's new born baby boy, Joshua
- Ogun State Gov. Amosun grants pardon to 17 prisoners, commutes the death penalty of 4 others
- Photos: Muslim funeral service begins for Muhammad Ali
- Didier Drogba mourns Stephen Keshi
- Tesslo concepts unveils ‘Flotus’, a collection for Women
- Young Nigerian man calls out 2 girls who claim to be his girlfriends on Instagram
- Check out a photo of Miss Nigeria 1977 and other African queens at Miss World contest in London
- House of Reps honour late Stephen keshi in today's plenary session
- Ladol presents Sterling example of sustainable growth
- Photo: The complete list of Ambassadorial nominees forwarded to the Senate
- Nike stands by Maria Sharapova despite tennis star's 2-year drugs ban
- Jaywon shares birthday with the less priviledged at Modupe Cole memorial care centre
- Gov Fayose's spokesperson, Lere Olayinka, alleges FG is planning to charge him and 4 others for treason
- U.K. based Nigerian artist, Oshak releases new song ft. Reminisce
- Striking Ondo state workers block state governor from entering government house
- Tyga now asking for money from ex, Blac Chyna?
- More photos of Ooni of Ife and his wife arriving the US
- Chivas Regal unveils #Chivasdads Fathe's Day campaign with Mai Atafo Makeover
- Photos: Banker bags 39 years Jail term for stealing N30m from a deceased customer's account
- 200 men and women go topless in Brighton, UK for 'Free the Nipple' campaign (photos)
- President Buhari appoints Ben Akabueze as DG Budget office
- Eleko crooner 'Mayorkun' sends warning shots on Didi's new single- Gat me
| Photos from the wake-keep of actress Henrietta Kosoko Posted: 09 Jun 2016 01:03 PM PDT |
| President Obama formally endorses Hillary Clinton for president Posted: 09 Jun 2016 01:06 PM PDT  US President Barack Obama formally endorsed Hillary Clinton's White House bid on Thursday and called for the Democratic Party to unite behind her after a protracted battle with Bernie Sanders for the party nomination. Clinton, the presumptive Democratic nominee, said it "means the world" to her that Obama has her back. The endorsement increases pressure on Sanders, a US senator from Vermont, to concede the race so the party can focus on campaigning against Donald Trump, the Republican presumptive nominee for the Nov 8 election. "It is absolutely a joy and an honour that President Obama and I over the years have gone from fierce competitors to true friends," Clinton told Reuters in an interview. Obama defeated Clinton in the 2008 Democratic primary and she went on to serve as secretary of state in his first term. Obama, who enjoys strong approval ratings after nearly eight years in office, will campaign with Clinton next week in Wisconsin, her campaign said. "I don't think there's ever been someone so qualified to hold this office," Obama said of Clinton in a video. "I'm with her. I am fired up, and I cannot wait to get out there and campaign for Hillary," Obama said. Obama had been expected to support Clinton since she won enough delegates this week to clinch the Democratic nomination and become the first woman to lead a major US party as its presidential nominee. Sanders, who met with Obama at the White House earlier on Thursday, said afterward he would work with Clinton to defeat Trump. Sanders said, however, that he would stay in the race to compete in the final Democratic primary vote in Washington, DC, on June 14. Source: Reuters |
| Governor Wike pictured planting a kiss on his wife, Suzette, at a function in Rivers Posted: 09 Jun 2016 12:53 PM PDT  |
| Another photo of Eben & Jahdiel's new born baby boy, Joshua Posted: 09 Jun 2016 12:50 PM PDT  |
| Ogun State Gov. Amosun grants pardon to 17 prisoners, commutes the death penalty of 4 others Posted: 09 Jun 2016 12:49 PM PDT  As part of activities marking the 2016 Democracy Day and June 12 remembrance anniversaries in Ogun State, Governor Amosun has granted pardon to 17 prisoners serving various jail terms in the state. He also commuted the death sentences on four other prisoners to life imprisonment. According to his Senior Special Assistant on Media to the Governor, Mr. Adejuwon Soyinka, Senator Amosun's gesture was is in exercise of the Governor's power to grant prerogative of mercy to convicts as conferred by the Constitution of the country. Those granted amnesty by the Governor are: Wale Ibidapo Ogungbade, Emmanuel Obi, Oshilaru Abiodun, Wasiu Raimi, Abiola Samuel, Obi Moses, Abiodun Odedele, Ojo Wasiu, Lateef Bello, Dosu Sunday, Kayode Ogunsawo Sunday Agbehi, Stephen Kolade, Saburi Adebayo, Lekan Shodiya, Ogunsanya Segun and Tolani Ajayi. The four prisoners on death row whose sentences were commuted to life imprisonment are Akeem Fatai, Nnamdi Osuagu, Sunday Oloyede and Idowu Okanlawon. |
| Photos: Muslim funeral service begins for Muhammad Ali Posted: 09 Jun 2016 12:46 PM PDT  Two days of funeral ceremonies bidding farewell to Muhammad Ali began today with a Muslim prayer service in the Kentucky hometown of the beloved boxing legend and civil rights hero.       Thousands of people stood in the cavernous Freedom Hall arena in remembrance of one of the 20th century's most singular personalities, who died last week at age 74. People in the crowd held up their cellphones to snap pictures as the coffin holding Ali's remains moved by. The brief ceremony in Louisville launched two days of interfaith tributes – bringing together VIPs and ordinary fans – to a man known for both his tenacity in the ring and his social activism outside of it, on behalf of African-Americans and social causes at home and around the world. The three-time heavyweight world champion died after a decades-long battle with Parkinson's disease. Born Cassius Clay at a time of racial segregation in the American south, the boxer converted to Islam in 1964, changing his name to Muhammad Ali and shocking America. Thursday's prayer service was held at the site of Ali's last fight in his hometown, where he defeated Willi Besmanoff on Nov 29, 1961. "The service is a traditional Muslim funeral," Imam Zaid Shakir, who helped organise it, said earlier. Muhammad Ali has a very, very special significance for the Muslim community. This is about... sending him off in the very best of fashion, and honor his memory, live his legacy and love each other as he would wish." On Friday morning, a funeral procession will wind through the city of 600,000, passing sites that were important to Ali: his childhood home, the Ali Centre, the Centre for African American Heritage – which focuses on the lives of blacks in Kentucky – and, of course, along Muhammad Ali Boulevard before arriving at the cemetery for a private burial. Actor Will Smith – who earned an Oscar nomination for his portrayal of Ali on the silver screen – and former heavyweight champion Lennox Lewis will be among the pallbearers. The Ali family asked news media not to film the burial from helicopters. "Please use discretion and we will encourage you not to film the burial service from afar, from your helicopters flying over the cemetery," family spokesman Bob Gunnell told a press conference on Thursday. On Friday afternoon, Ali will be honoured at an interfaith memorial service at a large sports arena that will bring together heads of state, VIPs and fans alike. More than 15,000 people are expected to attend. |
| Didier Drogba mourns Stephen Keshi Posted: 09 Jun 2016 12:41 PM PDT  "Another painful news, was shocked when I saw that another Legend died. I've met him in 2013 when we played against Nigeria and I understood why he was gonna take his time to success that year after beating us in quater final. |
| Tesslo concepts unveils ‘Flotus’, a collection for Women Posted: 09 Jun 2016 12:38 PM PDT   Speaking to journalists in Abuja at the unveiling of the collection, Tessy, the Creative Director of Tesslo Concepts and Fashion Design graduate of Middlesex University, United Kingdom attributed the inspiration for the collection to diverse cultural experiences garnered across different continents of the world. "The inspiration for the collection comes from a wide range of experiences and interactions with different cultures and civilizations from Africa to Asia to America and Europe. If you pay close attention, you will also see traces of fashion from the 50s, fashion for corporate women as well as elegant and playful styles for women of all classes and tastes", Tessy explained "I was actually expecting that question. Yes I am a big fan of the First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama and this collection was partly inspired by her bold and elegant sense of style. But FLOTUS by Tesslo Concepts means more. It's an acronym. It means 'For Ladies Of Trendy Unconventional Style (FLOTUS)'. This collection is in many ways about women who are bold, daring, powerful, eccentric and adventurous with style. The FLOTUS collection is a creative mix of the conservative and risqué", she said. In 2006, Tessy beat 126 other Nigerian fashion designers to emerge winner of the Best Fashion Designer Award at the Nigeria Fashion Show (NFS) in Paris. In the same year, she was nominated for the Future Awards' Entrepreneur of the Year (Beauty & Style) category. Her designs have been showcased at several fashion shows from Nigeria Fashion Week to Stars on the Runway, Nigeria Model Awards and Encomium Black and White Ball alongside top Nigerian designers like Modela, Zizi Cardow, among others. Follow her label on Twitter at @TessloConcepts More photos...                               |
| Young Nigerian man calls out 2 girls who claim to be his girlfriends on Instagram Posted: 09 Jun 2016 09:59 AM PDT  "It has been brought to my attention that a certain @jessica___cole and her friend 'Sarah' whose Instagram has not been disclosed to me have been going around telling people I am dating them. She has on numerous occasion lied that she is my girlfriend and I came to Abuja in February to see her when I was in fact still in London at the time.    And the lady replied him...   |
| Check out a photo of Miss Nigeria 1977 and other African queens at Miss World contest in London Posted: 09 Jun 2016 09:53 AM PDT  Pictured are African beauty queens, including Miss Nigerian Rosalind Balogun, at their hotel lobby before Miss World beauty contest in London, 1977. From L-R, Miss Tanzania (Teresa Shayo), Miss Uganda (Rosemary Salmon), Miss Nigeria (Rosalind Balogun), Miss Ghana (Araba Vroon). Photo credit: Leonard Burt via Genevieve Magazine |
| House of Reps honour late Stephen keshi in today's plenary session Posted: 09 Jun 2016 09:50 AM PDT  As tweeted by Hon. Ayo Omidiran, Deputy chairman, House Committee on Sports. |
| Ladol presents Sterling example of sustainable growth Posted: 09 Jun 2016 09:46 AM PDT  Hosted by the government of Denmark, it was attended by representatives from 3GF partner countries; China, Ethiopia, Kenya, The Republic of, Korea and Mexico along with representatives from new partner countries Chile and Vietnam. More robust participation at the summit was made by decision makers from 37 different countries across the public and private sectors along with civil society. There were also over 450 high-level delegates attended the event including representatives from 68 private companies. Her presentation focused on the need to proliferate a new social contract. Jadesinmi premised her presentation on the experience of LADOL over the last 10 years. She emphasized that her company was developed in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), even before they existed. According to her, "we prove that private sector can derive significant profits while achieving the Sustainable Development Goals by pursuing opportunities in growth markets like Nigeria and West Africa. SDGs have been part of LADOL's DNA for a decade, our success comes from the fact that we private invested in building capacity to service a clearly defined and drastically underserved US$ 200 billion market in West Africa. Respecting and empowering local communities and civil societies is one of the first things investors should do to identify and tap into these opportunities – even the poorest people in the world will invest in healthcare and education given the option, in many cases they are paying for these things already – the role of government and NGO's is to facilitate and define opportunities, the role of private sector is to execute and sustain."She also posited that "SMEs and other companies in high growth markets need to do their part to attract investment by being Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) compliant and better quantifying the private sector opportunities they have identified."The 3GF platform which acts as an accelerator made a global commitment to advancing green transformation at speed and at scale. Jadesimi serves the Global Commission for Sustainable Development as one of its 31 commissioners.The Commission is chaired by Lord Mark Malloch-Brown. The opening plenary session which featured Dr. Amy Jadesinmi had other panelists including Lars Lokke Rasmussen, Prime Minister of Denmark, Mr. Tran Hong Ha, Minister for Natural Resources and Environment, Vietnam, Inger Andersen, Director General, The International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN), Niels B. Christiansen, CEO, Danfoss, Connie Hedegaard, panel moderator and Chair of Board of KR Foundation and CONCITO and Karmenu Vella, the European Union Commissioner for Environment, Maritime Affairs and Fisheries. The 3GF2016 summit Charter of Action include a call for the creation of an international Sustainable Infrastructure Registry, Promotion of Sustainable Lifestyles, Transition to a New World of Energy, Use of Natural Resources, a call for deeper collaboration on sustainable use of water across Africa, Latin America and Asia and the call for a multi-stakeholder platform to examine the consequences of water pricing. More photos ...     |
| Photo: The complete list of Ambassadorial nominees forwarded to the Senate Posted: 09 Jun 2016 09:45 AM PDT  |
| Nike stands by Maria Sharapova despite tennis star's 2-year drugs ban Posted: 09 Jun 2016 09:37 AM PDT  An ITF statement yesterday concluded Sharapova didn't intentionally violate doping regulations by taking meldonium - the illegal drug she tested positive for - and Nike used that as their justification to resume their sponsorship deal with Sharapova, which they suspended in March when news of her failed drugs test emerged. A Nike statement said: "The ITF tribunal has found that Maria did not intentionally break its rules. Maria has always made her position clear, has apologised for her mistake and is now appealing the length of the ban. "Based on the decision of the ITF and their factual findings, we hope to see Maria back on court and will continue to partner with her." Sports equipment manufacturer Head, who provide Sharapova's rackets, have also decided to stand by the 29-year-old. Sharapova confirmed on Facebook that she will contest her ban. She wrote: "Today with their decision of a two year suspension, the ITF tribunal unanimously concluded that what I did was not intentional. The tribunal found that I did not seek treatment from my doctor for the purpose of obtaining a performance enhancing substance. |
| Jaywon shares birthday with the less priviledged at Modupe Cole memorial care centre Posted: 09 Jun 2016 09:25 AM PDT  The children, who were surprised and happy to see the music star, started his joyful day with praise and worship session as well as one of the children prayed for him. They also had the opportunity of singing a happy birthday song as well cut the birthday cake, as he presented the gifts the brought for the home. Some of the gifts include toilet rolls, disinfectants, beverages, vegetable oil, bags of rice and much more. For Jaywon, it was not just about visiting these children but more about thanking God for keeping him over the years and thanking God for the gift of life. When asked about how he felt being with them he said: "My joy knows no bound because seeing these children alone is enough happiness for me. Me being at Modupe Cole has made me appreciate life more than before, I just thank God for everything."Aside moving from one classroom to another, Jaywon also sang for the children and visited the recording studio and tried recording a song with one of the children and also promised to come back to putting finishing touches to the song as well as dedicate it to 'Modupe Cole Memorial Child Care and Treatment Home.' More photos...               |
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| U.K. based Nigerian artist, Oshak releases new song ft. Reminisce Posted: 09 Jun 2016 09:09 AM PDT  He is also an English FA licensed football coach, a mobile app developer and a British Soldier. His debut single titled "Disrespect", from his upcoming album was produced by Sleek Mo and mixed & mastered by Seeman #NuAgeicons. The single features ace musician Reminisce & upcoming artist Kokoshan. The video was shot in Lagos and directed by Ruff Iconz films. Link to video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_u2ZFUaeiE Audio: https://soundcloud.com/user-391616914/disrespect Twitter: @oshak Instagram: @oshakb : |
| Striking Ondo state workers block state governor from entering government house Posted: 09 Jun 2016 09:03 AM PDT  Striking Ondo state workers today blocked the state governor, Olusegun Mimiko from entering the state government house. The workers who are protesting 5 months unpaid salaries, filed in front of the main gate of the government house, chanting songs of solidarity. Governor Mimiko had to come down from his car to appeal to the workers to suspend their strike. According to the governor, the state is not financially buoyant to pay up arrears. The workers vowed to continue their strike until their salaries are paid. |
| Tyga now asking for money from ex, Blac Chyna? Posted: 09 Jun 2016 08:59 AM PDT  Insiders tell Radar Online "Blac Chyna has been making mysterious payments to Tyga." "Tyga is always pleading for cash, and he's been hitting Chyna up for loans on the quiet for a while now." "He's always hitting up people for loans, but it's pretty low to be asking Chyna, whose been burning a hole in Rob's wallet since the day they met. She uses his money for everything, even bank-rolling her ex!" |
| More photos of Ooni of Ife and his wife arriving the US Posted: 09 Jun 2016 08:50 AM PDT |
| Chivas Regal unveils #Chivasdads Fathe's Day campaign with Mai Atafo Makeover Posted: 09 Jun 2016 09:43 AM PDT Chivas Regal, the world's first luxury whisky, officially launches #ChivasDads– a father's day campaign at the core of the brand essence 'success with purpose' and generosity. It celebrates male figures -mentors, friends, husbands who have been dependable in character and generous in spirit.  In partnership with Nigeria's leading menswear designer, Mai Atafo, 3 lucky dads and their nominators would be treated to a full makeover which involves male grooming, bespoke tailoring, and sartorial advice and did we mention a photo shoot? What more could dad want? Whether yours is a jetting setting dad or tech-addicted dad, share your fondest memories with us on social media (Facebook, Twitter & Instagram) by simply uploading pictures, videos, messages, tributes, memes with the hashtag #ChivasDads. You and that special man can partake in this special experience. Also, the campaign extends to participating Shoprite, Spar and Game supermarkets where consumers can purchase a bottle of Chivas12,Chivas18 & Chivas25 and win special father's day prizes, which includes specialized engraved bottles of the Chivas25 –the perfect gift idea to have dad smiling. The 2016 Father's Day campaign according to Samuel Odesanmi, Chivas Brand Manager is aimed at 'celebrating men who exemplify the Chivas values. We are looking forward to reading these compelling stories and going a step further by rewarding these worthy men. For more information, follow us on Twitter: @chivasregalng and/or Instagram: @chivasregalng_ or send us a friend request onour Facebook fan page @/chivasnigeria. |
| Photos: Banker bags 39 years Jail term for stealing N30m from a deceased customer's account Posted: 09 Jun 2016 08:43 AM PDT    |
| 200 men and women go topless in Brighton, UK for 'Free the Nipple' campaign (photos) Posted: 09 Jun 2016 08:37 AM PDT   The protesters marched from Brighton Pier to East Sussex city seafront before stopping on the beach where everyone sunbathed topless. The event was organised by comedian Samantha Pressdee, who came to Brighton with her one-woman comedy show about nudity and sexuality. Samantha said: 'I've been a member of the Free The Nipple campaign over the past year. I joined the campaign to challenge the way women's breasts were perceived. Breasts have been sexualised and the point of this campaign is that they don't have to be sexual.' We had a lovely time, loads of pictures were taken.We ended up relaxing on the beach, some people decided to go for a swim whilst others brought out their guitars'.More photos...       Source: Metro UK |
| President Buhari appoints Ben Akabueze as DG Budget office Posted: 09 Jun 2016 08:36 AM PDT  President Buhari has approved the appointment of his Special Adviser on Planning, Mr Ben Akabueze as the new Director General of the Budget Office of the Federation. Mr. Akabueze takes over from Mr Tijani Mohammed Abdullahi who will now serve as Special Adviser to the President on Planning and will continue to work with the Minister of Budget and National Planning. Akabueze was one-time Lagos state commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget. Akabueze and Abdullahi joined the Ministry of Budget and National Planning in February this year. |
| Eleko crooner 'Mayorkun' sends warning shots on Didi's new single- Gat me Posted: 09 Jun 2016 09:05 AM PDT  'Gat me' is a catchy and afropop tune, Mayorkun came through with a killer verse sending shots out to people who didn't believe in his quick rise to fame. Didi blended well with Pheelz & Mayorkun, Its a banger! DOWNLOAD 'DIDI FEAT. MAYORKUN - GAT ME' ON MYNOTJUSTOK - https://my.notjustok.com/track/98047/didi-feat-mayorkun-gat-me-produced-by-pheelz DOWNLOAD 'DIDI FEAT. MAYORKUN - GAT ME' ON HULKSHARE - http://www.hulkshare.com/mr2pgz2fgq9s BUY ON ITUNES - https://itunes.apple.com/ng/album/gat-me-feat.-mayorkun-single/id1116694729 CONNECT WITH DIDI Twitter - https://twitter.com/didisweetmuzik Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/didisweetmuzik/ For bookings & media enquiries - ddsweetmusic@yahoo.com |
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