Nigeria’s Louis Vuitton Ambassador & Singer, 2G Reveals LV Deal, Break-Up With Tonto Dikeh & More

International Nigerian artiste, 2G a.k.a ‘Mr. Booski Lover’, signed his first major fashion deal as the new fresh face of leading fashion house, Louis Vuitton, and the first Nigerian artiste to get an endorsement from Louis Vuitton.

The singer/rapper and model who inked the deal in New York on Monday, the 21st of April, says he has a lot of forth coming projects that relates with music videos, songs and more photo-shoots to tantalize his fans with.

In this interview with Encomium Weekly, the artiste spoke on the deal, his music and his relationship with popular Nigerian actress, Tonto Dikeh.

“My Father Apologized To Me Before He Died” — Charly Boy Reveals Relationship With Late Father, Burial Plans & More!

Until 25 years ago, Legendary area father and eldest son of one-time Justice of the Supreme Court of Nigeria, Justice Chukwudifu Oputa who died last Sunday at the National Hospital in Abuja, Charles Oputa popularly known as Charly  Boy was not in the ‘good book’ of his father owing to his lifestyle.

NO Comment!!!

Naija get talents sha, my mouth is really sealed on this...any comments???

Apple Set To Acquire Dr. Dre's "Beats By Dre" For A Reported $3.2 Billion

Wow!!! Apple Inc is reportedly negotiating the purchase of Dr. Dre's 'Beats by Dre' for $3.2 Billion. The move, which would be Apple's largest acquisition ever, would also make Dr. Dre the first billionaire in hip hop.

#DrDre #MileStoneforHipHop #westcoast #aftermath #apple

Nollywood’s Bob-Manuel Udokwu Named Anambra’s Senior Special Assistant On Entertainment

According to reports, Governor of Anambra State, Willie Obiano has named Nollywood actor, Bob-Manuel Udokwu a Senior Special Assistant on “Movie/Entertainment Industry”.

Bob-Manuel revealed his new role via a Blackberry message to Vanguard. “The governor of Anambra State, Chief Willie Obiano has appointed me Bob-Manuel Udokwu (FCAI) his Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on the Movie/Entertainment Industry with immediate effect.” he said.

“I Built My N110Million Lekki Mansion On Mortgage – Mavin’s Dr. Sid Reveals & More [READ]

 

Mavin Records artiste and Surulere crooner, Dr Sid made headlines in May 2013, when he debuted his multi-million Naira home in Lekki, Lagos.

In a recent interview with Punch he reveals the house worth N110million, was built on mortgage.

#BringBackOurGirls – P.Diddy, Hilary Clinton, Ice Prince, Ziggy Marley, Ellen, Fally Ipupa & More Celebs [PHOTOS]

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#BringBackOurGirls - Singer, Adokiye Writes "A Cry For Peace"

Architect, Singer, Actress and Peace Ambassador, Adokiye Kyrian wrote this piece in support of the already viral #BringBackOurGirls campaign and she titled it “A Cry For Help”

Read below and share your thoughts:

New Music: Wizkid Ft. Akon & Banky W [Download]

E.M.E presents the long awaited Akon assisted remix of “Roll It” by Wizkid featuring Banky W has finally dropped.

The song takes the same pattern as the original which was housed on the E.M.E collaboration album “Empire Mates State Of Mind” but with an awesome befitting vocal contribution from international music star Akon.

DOWNLOAD HERE

#eGistExclusive: Top Class Events To Spice Up Your Weekend

#BringBackOurGirls 10,000+ March In Lagos

Calling concerned citizens to come together and play their part in demanding that the abducted girls from Chibok Local Government College be rescued from their captors.

Date: Saturday 10th May 2014

Time: 8 AM

Venue: Falomo Roundabout, Ikoyi, Lagos

#DownloadVideo: P-Square - Taste The Money (Testimony)

Africa’s baddest pop duo, P-Square drops yet another breathtaking visuals for their newest smash hit single “Taste the Money (Testimony)”.

Reminiscent of past videos like “Do Me”; The twin boys are really enjoying the pleasures of hard work. Shot in South Africa and directed by Jude Engees Okoye.

Download below, watch, enjoy and have a pleasant weekend ahead!

Incredible! 16-Year-Old Florida Student Graduates From College Before High School

16-year-old Grace Bush is proving that her generation isn’t completely lost and destined for doom. The Florida whiz kid just achieved a rare feat by not only graduating from college at 16, but also doing it before graduating high school!

“Wait, what?!” you may ask right?

You read that correctly. The Florida teen earned her bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Florida Atlantic University last Friday, a week before she’s set to obtain her high school diploma. And she did it all in three years while maintaining a 3.8 GPA.

Don Jazzy's Mavin Crew Set To Shut Down Lagos For Dr. Sid's "Siduction' Album Release Party

Mavin Records Artiste, Dr Sid is set to release his latest album titled "Siduction" with an album release party set to hold tomorrow Friday, 9th May 2014.
Without being told, its sure going to a massive star-studded party, after all, aint no party llike lagos party!!! 

Nollywood Producer, Elvis Chucks Parties With G-Unit’s Lloyd Banks For 32nd Birthday

Veteran Nollywood producer cum director, Elvis Chucks celebrated his 32nd birthday with a bang. Elvis decided to take a quick vacation to relax and meet his family and friends in the US.

On his birthday, Friday April 25, 2014, the Playing Safe producer which starred Tonto Dikeh and Ini Edo hit the Los Angeles party scene.

Too Much Money! Floyd Mayweather To Make $70Million For Fighting In 36mins

Celebrity Heavy weight Boxing champ, Floyd Mayweather made $32million for fighting Marcos Maidana on last weekend, Saturday May 3rd in Las Vegas. Report have it that Mayweather could earn up to $70 million for fighting for only 36 minutes, following the release of the pay-per-view numbers.

“I Didn’t Choose Him, God Did” - Brazil's Tallest Teen Set To Marry Boyfriend [PHOTOS]

Brazil's tallest teen, Elisany da Cruz Silva  is set marry her beau fiancée, Francinaldo da Silva Carvalho. She is staggering 6ft 8ins tall while her compact is only 5ft 4ins.

Despite a massive 1ft 4ins between them, Francinaldo had no problem increasing the distance by dropping to one knee after a romantic stroll along the beach. The love-struck pair have shared a small home in the Brazilian town of Salinopolis for one year and are hoping to soon hear the pitter patter of tiny feet.

“No Girls Are Missing” - Ex Militant Leader, Asari Dokubo Debunks Rumours Of Missing Chibok Girls

 Ex militant leader, Mujahid Asari Dokubo debunks the viral rumour of the missing 200+ Chibok school girls which has sparked a worldwide campaign recently on social media.
Continue to read his comments below, i'm really confused, don't know what to believe any more.

"I Never Thought I'd Have Children" Or "Be in Love" - Angelina Jolie Covers Elle Magazine [PHOTOS]

Sexy Hollywood actress, Angelina Jolie appears on the cover of the June issue of Elle magazine and divulges details about her personal life with partner, Brad Pitt and the big surprise that came with her life.

In one of the inside images, she laughs as she sits on a stool in a well-cut black suit. Her towering black pointy-toe heel balances on the edge of the seat as she covers her smiling face with her hand. In another photo, she stares straight into the camera, posing in a black button-down shirt tucked into a high-waisted black skirt.

Hollywood Star, Neil Patrick Harris Poses Nude for Rolling Stone, Talks "Awkward" Sex

Neil Patrick Harris may play a transgendered glam rocker in the Broadway musical, “Hedwig and the Angry Inch,” but offstage, he's all man. The proof is in the May 22 issue of Rolling Stone magazine, for which he posed completely naked, save for a black bow tie and a strategically hung top hat.

#BringBackOurGirls – U.S First Lady, Michelle Obama Joins The Campaign

United States First lady, Michelle Obama joins the already viral campaign and and tweeted via her official twitter page, it says “Our prayers are with the missing Nigerian girls and their families. It’s time to #BringBackOurGirls.”   
See her tweet below:

#BringBackOurGirls – Ovation Boss, Dele Momodu Cries Out Loud!

Celebrity media personality, business mogul and former Presidential aspirant, Dele Momodu speaks out in support of the campaign against the abduction of the 200+ school girls in the Chibok area of Borno state.

The Ovation Magazine boss shared the message below via his official Twitter page – @DeleMomodu, “The Nightmare”.

See his tweets below and share your thoughts!

#BringBackOurGirls – Oby Ezekwesili Leads Abuja Rally’s Kick-Off For Week 2 [PHOTOS]

 According to Sahara Reporters, Nigerian civil society groups engage in further protests in Abuja to demand freedom for 234 girls abducted from government Girls high School in Chibok, Borno State.

Activist groups are staging a protest to demand Nigerian government action to free the abducted girls. One of the prominent leaders of the protest is a former government minister and World bank executive, Oby Ezekwesili.

See photos from the day 2 protests below:

Jay Z, Rihanna, Kanye West & Beyonce Covers Ebony Magazine's Latest Issue [PHOTOS]

In honor of Black Music Month, Ebony Magazine decided to bring the big guns out for their latest issue. For the edition hitting newsstands tomorrow, the publication opted to feature Jay Z, Beyonce, Kanye West and Rihanna with each receiving their own cover.

The four special edition covers will serve as their June issue. Michael Jackson, Tupac, Prince, Usher, and Lauryn Hill are set to be featured in the magazine as well in a “25-page salute to Black music’s game changers, innovators and icons”.

Nigerian Police Offers N50million Reward For Information On Abducted Girls

 Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Mohammed Abubakar

Punch exclusively reports that the Nigeria Police has offered a cash reward of N50million to anyone who volunteers credible information that will lead to the location and rescue of the female students abducted from Government Girls Secondary School, Chibok, Borno State.

Limpopo Master, KCee Unveils The Winner Of "Fine Face" Instagram Competition & The Video [Photo+Video Download]

A couple of days ago, Limpopo crooner, KCee flew in the winner of his #FineFace InstaGram competition from Ghana to present her with the promised $5,000, an iPad and a Samsung galaxy S4 and N100,000 worth of fashion items prize.

We present you the winner of “Fine Face” and the video..does the video really live up to the hype? Be the judge and share your comments.

“Nigeria Kidnappings Outrageous & Heartbreaking”, Says Obama As He Sends Special Team to Nigeria

US President Barack Obama branded the kidnapping of more than 200 schoolgirls in Nigeria by suspected Boko Haram Islamists “heartbreaking” and “outrageous” and called for an international response.

The girls were taken three weeks ago, sparking global outrage, and the mass kidnapping may constitute a crime against humanity, according to the UN.

 “It’s a heartbreaking situation, outrageous situation,” Obama said in an interview with US broadcaster ABC on yesterday, Tuesday, May 7^th 2014.

“Argentina Match Will Be Easy” – Super Eagles Striker, Emmanuel Emenike Boasts [Report]

Super Eagles and Fenerbahce striker, Emmanuel Emenike has declared that the Group D fixture between Nigeria and one of the favorites for the mundial, Argentina will be as easy as ABC.

Both continental powerhouses trade tackles for the third time in the last four tournaments at Estádio José Pinheiro Borba in Porto Alegre on Wednesday, June 25.

Angry Mob Sets Suspected Female Kidnapper Ablaze In Lagos [Report]

Peeved by the running blight of kidnapping, an impatient Lagos mob descended on a middle-aged woman accused of abducting three school children. And before help could come the way of the woman, she had been set ablaze by the angry mob on Ekoro Road, Abule Egba, a suburb of Lagos.

The jungle justice meted out to the woman whose identity is yet to be identified, caused a traffic gridlock that held motorists hostage for hours before traffic officials came to their rescue.

The suspect had allegedly driven to the area in an SUV but tried to escape in a tricycle when an alarm was raised against her plot.

No Bras & Pants? Rihanna Seduced The Cameras In A Sex Appealing Dress At The MET Gala After Party [PHOTOS]

Rihanna showed her azz last night (literally!) as she attended a star-studded MET Gala after party in New York City. This is how you work a dress?

The LUI Magazine cover girl was giving off major sex appeal as she seduced the cameras in a backless gold dress, which drooped so low, that her booty was showing.

Big Breasts: Burden Or Blessing? [READ]

The Komolafes are blessed with a set of identical twin girls, Taiye & Kehinde. The girls are not only fair and tall, they are well endowed in the chest region.

But despite their striking resemblance, the twins are poles apart in terms of character and way of life. They perceive their bodies differently. While taiye, who is an extrovert, believes that her bust is an asset and never fails to flaunt it, her sister, Kehinde, is an introvert and thinks otherwise about her boobs.

P.Diddy, Omotola Jalade & Angelina Jolie Lend Their Voices To #BringBackOurGirls

Bad Boy Records CEO and Business mogul, Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs posted the message above on his Instagram page in support and solidarity for the already viral campaign to #BringOurGirlsBack.

Super Eagles Legend, Jay Jay Okocha Signs N15Million Deal as Bullet Energy Drink Ambassador

Super Eagles Legend, Austin Jay Jay Okocha has been announced as the new brand ambassador for Bullet Energy Drink. Jay Jay joins actress Chika Ike, who signed on earlier in the year.

According to reports, He was chosen because of “his commitment to excellence, and his work ethic”. He signed a N15 Million per year contract which will run for two years, a rep exclusively reveals

Watch the trailer below!

Police Arrests Abuja’s Two Male School Bus Snatchers In Nyanya [PHOTO]

Early morning of Tuesday 6th May 2014, there was a report that 8 school girls were abducted by the Boko Haram. The Federal Capital Territory later confirmed that no school girl was kidnapped but some armed men snatched a school bus.

All the children of The Vine International Academy, Nyanya had disembarked and were safely in the school premises when the incident occurred.

The Nigerian Police has arrested two male suspects, and below is the official press release;

Highlife Singer, Flavour Nabania Gifts Producer Masterkraft A Brand New Car [PHOTOS]

Popular producer, Masterkraft gets emotional as Flavour gifts him a black Toyota Camry car.

The Nigerian music producer has worked on numerous projects with the “Ada Ada” crooner including Egwu and Ikwokrikwo.

Flavour is no stranger to showing-off his abs and biceps, and on this occasion he chose remind the ladies about his famous asset. He presented the car sans shirt, and wore blue shorts.

See more photos below:

British Airways Plane Forced To Make An Emergency Landing After A Nigerian Woman Gave Birth Prematurely

A plane flying from Nigeria to London had to make an emergency landing on a Spanish island when a woman gave birth in business class.

Ujunwa Eneh Ozeh, who turned 31 today, went into labour at 36,000 feet while flying from her home town of Abuja, Nigeria's capital, to London Heathrow, despite only being 26 weeks pregnant.

The pilot of the British Airways flight was forced to make an emergency landing in Palme de Mallorce, in the Balearic Islands, where the mother and baby, who has been called Michael, were rushed to the island's Son Espases hospital.

Africa Fashion Week Nigeria 2014 Announces Partnership With Jumia Online Mega Store

Jumia, Nigeria’s Largest Online retailer with over 20,000 Fashion Items in Store has recently expanded its reach promoting more African Fashion through a partnership with Africa Fashion Week Nigeria (AFWN).

Jumia Nigeria is the one stop shop for fashion in Nigeria, giving as much visibility to Nigerian designers to showcase their products online and reach their target audience all over Nigeria. The partnership with Africa Fashion Week Nigeria also allows both parties to engage more fashion on the continent and discover New Talents in the Industry.

Busted Human Parts Dealer Issues Price List In Lagos, Says Skull Sells For N20,000 [Report]

Emotion ran high yesterday at the Lagos State Police Command, Ikeja, after a 54-year-old grandmother told a bewildered crowd that she sold human skull for N20,000.

The suspect, Sukuratu Salami, who was paraded alongside a cemetery guard and two others, were arrested by operatives of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad, SARS, in Joju area of Sango Ota, with a human head, intestines, bones, kidney and other human parts.

Another National Confab Delegate Dies [Report]

Dr Mohammed Jumare a delegate representing elder statesmen in the ongoing National Conference is dead. A statement issued by Mr James Akpandem, the Assistant Secretary, Media and Communications, said Jumare died in the early hours of Monday in Abuja.

He said the elder statesman, who hailed from Kaduna State, had since been buried in Zaria.

“The National Conference sitting in Abuja was on Monday hit by another sad news of the death of a delegate, Dr Mohammed Abubakar Jumare, from Kaduna State.

Enough Is Enough, CNN’s Piers Morgan Calls On USA & Europe To Help #BringBackOurGirls

CNN and Arsenal FC staunch supporter/critic, Piers Morgan has joined the majority of international celebrities in the #BringBackOurGirls campaign which has already gone viral on all social media.

To be frank, there are plenty people who doubt that these girls were actually kidnapped despite the fact that Boko Haram has claimed responsibility for the kidnapping. Are you one of those who? See his tweets and don’t hesitate to share in the comment box below:

Beyonce, Beckham, Rihanna, Kanye West, Lupita Nyong'o & More - See Red Carpet PHOTOS From Met Gala 2014

The Met Gala is always an intensely glamorous affair, but this year’s theme and resultant dress code, the technologically advanced couturier Charles James and white tie (with decorations, for men) ensured that the annual sartorial parade would certainly not disappoint.

New Music: Sammie Okposo – No Wahala, Only Halelluyah [Download]

Veteran Nigerian gospel singer, Sammie Okposo has premiered his new song “No Wahala, Only Halleluyah.” At a time when we (Nigerians) need something uplifting in our national trying period.

Produced by Charles Duke, this song is mixed with an Afro-Pop flavor.

Download and Listen below!

E.M.E First Lady, Niyola Releases Behind-The-Scene Photos For “Love To Love You” Video Shoot With Banky W

E.M.E Records singing sensation, Niyola‘s new music video “Love To Love You”, which she featured her label mate and boss Banky W will be premiered later this month, but just before it does we are presented with behind the scenes photos from the video shoot.

Directed by Kemi Adetiba in New York, the concept for the video relies heavily on the song, showing how Niyola plans to love her man.

This will be the second time Kemi Adetiba will be working with Niyola. She also directed “Toh Bad”

See the photos below and also download and listen to the track

“I Will Sell Them Because Allah Says So” - Boko Haram Leader Says Of Kidnapped 234 Girls, CNN Reports

Fears for the fate of more than 200 Nigerian girls turned even more nightmarish today, Monday 5th May, when the leader of the Islamist group, Boko Haram that kidnapped them announced plans to sell them.

"I abducted your girls. I will sell them in the market, by Allah," a man claiming to be Boko Haram leader Abubakar Shekau said in a video first obtained by Agence France-Presse.

"There is a market for selling humans. Allah says I should sell. He commands me to sell. I will sell women. I sell women," he continued, according to a CNN translation from the local Hausa language.

Gabrielle Union Covers Vegas Magazine, Talks Rebuilding After Hitting Rock Bottom, Family Life, Career & More [PHOTOS]

They say everyone has a story, and Gabrielle Union has one to tell that goes far beyond the salacious gossip you may read about her in entertainment and gossip blogs.

This month, she’s covering Vegas Magazine’s May/June 2014 issue, and although Gabby dons some super cute ‘fits in the magazine, it’s the feature interview that steals the show. Inside, she dishes on everything from the negative woman she used to be, to the point of her career where she thought she had lost everything, and how her mom’s divorce affected her life.

Below are a few things we learned from the feature:

#BringBackOurGirls – Lawyer/Civil Right Activist, Femi Falana & Wife Headline Another Rally In Lagos [PHOTOS]

Human Rights activists, religious leaders and community organizers including Lagos civil rights lawyer, Femi Falana and his wife, Funmi, headlined another protest in Lagos today to demand the release of high school girls abducted by Boko Haram militants in Borno.

The rally held at the Lagos State government secretariat in Alausa, Ikeja Lagos…see photos below and share your thoughts:

#BringBackOurGirls – Banky W, Yemi Alade, Waje, Omoni Oboli & More March To The Lagos State House [PHOTOS]

Seun Kuti and Co started it last week, and now, The trending #BringBackOurGirls Lagos Campaign continued today, Monday 5^TH May 2014, from Allen Roundabout and ended at the Lagos State House.

Nigerian Celebrities including Waje, Omoni Oboli, Banky W, Yemi Alade & More joined other well meaning Nigerians in the match.

See photos from the rally below and share your thoughts: