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BBNaija: Organizers To Air Recap Of ‘See Gobbe’, ‘Double Wahala’
Organizers of the famous reality TV show Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) have announced a recap of the 2017 ‘See Gobbe’ and 2018 ‘Double Wahala’ editions of the show on TV. The announcement came in the early hours of Friday, March 1st. Fans will be exposed to highlights from the two editions of the reality TV show on DStv channel 198 or GOtv channel 29 from March 1st to 31st.
Finally, Lola Alao Wins Custody Battle Over Late Aisha Abimbola’s Kids
Lola Alao with late Aisha’s children (Image credit: Instagram) Nollywood actress Lola Alao has won the custody case over the two children of her late friend/colleague, Aisha Abimbola. The talented actress has been authorized to be their custodian in Canada, North America after a court ruling. Recall that Aisha Abimbola, who battled cancer died on Tuesday, May 15, 2018, was laid to rest on May 17, 2018, in Canada.
'I Died Today', Actress Eniola Badmus Shares Near Death Experience
Eniola Badmus (Image credit: Google) Nollywood actress and producer, Eniola Badmus has taken to her Instagram story to reveal her close shave with death. The actress on Wednesday revealed that she had a muscle pull in the neck. She further disclosed that she was in so much pain that she felt she was about to pass on. Taking to her Instagram story, the Omo Ghetto actress wrote: “Muscle pull in the neck. I saw my mum today in heaven. The pain was too much, was actually crying like a baby.
Patoranking Teams Up With Davido On New Song, “Confirm” (Video)
Patoranking and Davido (image credit: Youtube) Nigerian dancehall act, Patoranking has teamed up with Nigerian artist Davido to release a new song titled ‘Confirm’. The Alubarika’s crooner first single of the year featured DMW CEO and Africa’s pop star, Davido. Confirm was released off Patoranking’s forthcoming “Wilmer” album. Patoranking had on January 1st dropped a visual for his single titled“Everyday”, to start the year. The video featured beautiful black models adorned in African prints.
Adekunle Gold Drops New Single 'Before You Wake Up' (Listen)
Adekunle Gold. Source: Instagram. Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold has dropped a new single titled ‘Before You Wake Up.’ The singer who released his sophomore album, ”About 30” in 2018 has kicked off 2019 with a set of new songs. Recall that, Adekunle Gold released a joint single titled ‘Promise me’ with his wife, Simi, earlier in the year. The singer who has been teasing fans with short clips of the new song dropped in on all music download platforms on Thursday, February 28.
Actor Majid Michel Flies Out To Undergo Throat Surgery (Photos)
Majid Michel. Source: Instagram. Famous Ghanaian actor turned pastor, Majid Michel has reportedly flown out of the country for throat surgery in an undisclosed country. The news of the surgery comes after Majid revealed in an interview last year that two years ago, he noticed his voice had started ‘breaking’. “Over two years ago, I was traveling and then suddenly my voice started breaking and it’s been like this for over two years now”, he said.
“My Wedding Proposal Video Was A Stunt” - Broda Shaggi Apologizes
Broda Shaggi during the proposal stunt (Image credit: Instagram) Nigerian comedian/singer, Samuel Perry popularly known as Broda Shaggi has tendered an apology following a recent video in which he was seen proposing to a lady in Filmhouse cinemas, Abuja. In the viral video, the comedian knelt down in public to propose to the unidentified lady. The lady didn’t accept the proposal which led to outrage on the internet.
Vocalist Bien Baraza Rents Cinema To Propose To His Girlfriend, Chiki Onwukwe
Bien Baraza and his girlfriend (Image credit: Instagram) Sauti Sol Vocalist Bien-Aime Baraza has proposed to his long-term Nigerian girlfriend, Chiki Onwukwe. The talented singer hired out an entire cinema to popped the question on Wednesday, February 27. The proposal went down at a private cinema in Westgate Mall, Kenya. It was witnessed by friends, among them ‘Night Nurse’ Tallia Oyando and fashion stylist Annabel Onyango.
Lagos Decides: I’ll Deliver Epe For Sanwo-Olu - APC Chieftain
Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Image credit: Google) A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State has promised to deliver wards and polling units in Epe area of the State for Mr Babajide Sanwoolu, the party’s governorship candidate in the forthcoming gubernatorial election. The chieftain, Chief Lanre Rasak, made this known in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Epe, on Thursday, February 28.
Popular Yoruba Actor Alfred Rotimi Dies
Late Alfred Rotimi Popoola Popular Yoruba actor, Alfred Rotimi Popoola has passed away on Thursday, February 27, in Abeokuta, Ogun state. The veteran actor reportedly died at his residence in Abeokuta after a brief illness. His demise was confirmed by the Abeokuta chapter of Theatre Arts and Movie Practitioners Association of Nigeria, TAMPAN. In a statement confirming his death, the association announced plans by the actor’s family to bury him on Thursday, February 28, 2019.
CSI Actress Lisa Sheridan Found Dead At Her Home
Lisa Sheridan (Image credit: Google) American actress Lisa Sheridan, who appeared in Crime Scene Investigation, CSI and The 4400 television series, has been found dead at her New Orlands residence. She was found dead at the age of 44. Lisa’s demise was confirmed by her manager Mitch Clem, who denied the actress had taken her own life. Speaking to People.com, Mitch said: “We all loved Lisa very much and are devastated by the loss we all feel.
Will Smith Exits ‘Suicide Squad’ Sequel?
Will Smith (Image credit: Google) American actor/singer Will Smith has reportedly exited the ‘Suicide Squad’ sequel. The actor played the role as Deadshot, the de facto leader of the titular comic book team in Suicide Squad. According to sources, Smith’s exit from the DCEU was amicable and that decision came down to scheduling conflicts. Recall that he starred in the 2016 original installment alongside Jared Leto, Viola Davis, Jay Hernandez, and Margot Robbie.
Mike Ezuruonye Shades Nigerian Leaders While Praising Ghana International Airport (Video)
Nollywood actor Mike Ezuruonye (Image credit: Google) Nollywood actor, Mike Ezuruonye, has taken to his social media page to shade Nigerian leaders after flying into the state of the new Kotoka international airport in Accra, Ghana. The talented actor called on the Nigerian government to emulate their co-African country. He also praised the Ghanaians for having a beautiful airport.
Student Killed In Kogi Election Violence Buried (Photos)
Late Daniel Usman (Image credit: Twitter) The remains of Daniel Usman, the 19-year-old student of Kogi State University, who was killed by political thugs while trying to vote in Anyigba, Kogi state in the just concluded 2019 general elections has been committed to mother earth in his hometown.
Singer Ed Sheeran Secretly Marries Fiancée Cherry Seaborn
Singer Ed Sheeran and Fiancée Cherry Seaborn (Image credit: Google) English songwriter Ed Sheeran has reportedly married his childhood sweetheart Cherry Seaborn in a top-secret ceremony. According to report, the private nuptials reportedly held at Ed’s country estate shortly before Christmas in a ceremony which saw just 40 close friends and family in attendance. None of Ed’s celebrity pals were in attendance, with the guest-list restricted to old school friends, close family, and a priest.
Tinubu Shows Off Dancing Skills As He Celebrates Buhari's Re-Election
APC National leader Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu dancing in his Ikoyi residence (Image credit: Instagram) The National leader of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Bola Tinubu, showed off his dancing skills as he celebrates the victory of President Muhammadu Buhari at the just concluded Presidential election. The former Lagos State governor was seen dancing in his Bourdillon residence at Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria.
Appeal Court Reserves Judgement In Onnoghen’s Cases
Justice Walter Onnoghen The Court of Appeal in Abuja on Wednesday, February 27, reserved judgments in the four appeals filed by the suspended Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Walter Onnoghen. The court made the decision after all parties had adopted their briefs of arguments. It also adjourned judgment in a third appeal challenging the exparte order given by the CCT on the strength of which Justice Onnoghen was suspended to a date to be announced to the parties.
I’m Not Engaged To Chioma, Says Davido
Davido and Chioma. Source: Instagram. Nigerian singer David Adeleke popularly known as Davido has clear the air on the viral rumour of his relationship status to his longtime girlfriend, Chef Chioma. Davido who is currently on a tour in the United States in an interview revealed that Chioma is only his girlfriend and they are not engaged yet. In the shared video clips from his Siriusxm radio interview on his Instagram story, the singer talked about everything from his music to love and family.
BBNaija's Uriel Comes For A fan Who Mocked Her For Not Owing A Car
Uriel At The Big Brother Naija, Photo Credit Big Brother Naija’s Instagram page Former BBN star Uriel Oputa has taken to her Instagram page to reply a troll who made an offensive comment by comparing her success after leaving the Big Brother Naija house in 2017 to that of Alex who left the reality show in 2018. The fan with the handle @Igba_da_igba had dropped an offensive comment on Uriel’s post.
Seyi Edun Hires Saxophonists To Serenade Hubby, Adeniyi Johnson On His Birthday (Video)
Nollywood actress Seyi Edun and husband, Adeniyi Johnson (Image credit: Instagram) Nollywood actor Adeniyi Johnson is a year older today, Wednesday, February 27, and his wife, actress Seyi Edun popularly known as Shai hired saxophonists to serenade him in their house in the early hours of today. Seyi Edun and Adeniyi Johnson secretly got married two years after Adeniyi’s marriage to actress Toyin Aimahku failed.
2019 Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards Nominates Davido For ‘Global Music Star’, Check Out Full List
Davido (Image source: Instagram) Nigeria’s foremost artist David Adeleke better known as Davido has been nominated in the Favorite Global Music Star category in the just released 2019 Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards nominees. The list of nominations for this year’s Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards was released on Thursday, February 27, by the organizers of the awards. This year’s edition will be hosted by American DJ Khaled on Saturday, March 23.
Cable TV Offers Jordyn Woods 'TV show’ To Rival The Kardashians
Jordyn Woods and Kylie Jenner (Image credit: Google) American model Jordyn Woods has allegedly been offered a Television show by a Cable TV to counter hit reality TV show, Keeping Up With The Kardashians amidst the cheating scandal rocking the duo. Recall that, Jordyn Woods allegedly cheated with Khloe Kardashian’s boyfriend, Tristan Thompson, last week, leading to the model moving out of her best friend’s, Kylie Jenner, house.
How I Was Gang-Raped By Eight Students – UNILAG Rape Victim Tells Court| Nigeria News
A Rape Victim (Image credit: Google) A 19-year-old student of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) on Tuesday, February 26, narrated to a Domestic Violence and Sexual Offences Court sitting in Ikeja how she was allegedly gang-raped by eight fellow students and blackmailed with a video recording of the assault in the school premises. Recounting the ordeal, the victim made the revelation while giving evidence during the trial of five out of the eight students over the alleged crimes.
Father Of Five Commits Suicide In Ekiti
Image depicting suicide (Image credit: Google) There was a mild drama in Itapaji Ekiti, Ikole Local Government Area of Ekiti State, on Monday, February 25, as a man identified as Mr. Daniel Sakpe, committed suicide in his house. The 60-year-old man reportedly hanged himself in his residence in the community. The deceased had reportedly sneaked out of bed around midnight and pretended to be going to the toilet, Punch gathered.
'Na Now We Go Take Suffer Sow Uniform,' Charly Boy Reacts To Buhari’s Victory
Charly Boy and President Muhammadu Buhari (Image credit: Google) Nigerian Singer and convener of our mumu don do, Charly Boy, has reacted to President Buhari’s re-election victory on his social media page. In his message, Charly Boy congratulated and hailed Buhari and his cabal brothers for how smartly they operated in the politics of Nigeria. “Oga Presido, Like King Saul was to the Israelites, so you are to Nigeria. I dey take style hail you, Kai!!! Congratulations.
President Buhari, Amosun, Aisha, Zahra Indimi Celebrate Buhari’s Re-election (Photos)
President Muhammadu Buhari, his wife Aisha Buhari and daughter Zahra Buhari-Indimi at the Presidential Villa (Image credit: Google) The president and his family pictured together after INEC declared him winner of the 2019 presidential election.
Dele Momodu Replies Reno Omokri Over Atiku’s Comment
Dele Momodu and Reno Omokri (Image credit: Google) Ovation Publisher Dele Momodu has replied Reno Omokri who rebuked him for taking to Twitter to ask PDP presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, to concede defeat to President Buhari before the results from the elections are completely announced by INEC. Reno had on Twitter rebuked Dele Momodu, he wrote: “Dear Dele Momodu, I know for a fact you have Atiku’s phone number, email address, and WhatsApp details.
Davido Reacts To PDP's Performance
Davido Nigerian singer, David Adeleke popularly known as Davido who is a staunch supporter of the People Democratic Party, PDP has reacted to the ongoing announcement of the 2019 presidential election results. Davido who campaigned for PDP presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar in 2018 and 2019 reacted to the results on his Instagram page. The 26-year-old singer wrote: ‘we all tried, hopefully, one day, real change will come’.
Win Or Lose, You Are My Hero – Bimbo Akintola Tells Banky W
Banky W (Image credit: Google) Nollywood actress, Bimbo Akintola has taken to her Instagram page to praise Nollywood singer/actor turned politician Olubankole Wellington for stepping up for change in the just concluded National Assembly elections across the country. Banky W who contested for the House of Representative seat in Eti-Osa Constituency, Lagos under the Modern Democratic Party candidate, came out strong as he won major polling units in his constituency.
Reno Omokri Attacks Dele Momodu For Asking Atiku To Concede Defeat
Dele Momodu and Reno Omokri (Image credit: Google) A former presidential aide, Reno Omokri, has attacked Ovation magazine boss, Mr. Dele Momodu for asking the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar to accept defeat and congratulate President Buhari over the phone. Dele Momodu had on Tuesday, February 26, sent an advisory message to Alhaji Atiku Abubakar on Twitter urging him to accept defeat.
Tope Alabi, TY Bello Drop Visuals To ‘Kabi O Osi’ (Watch)
Nigerian gospel singer Tope Alabi and singer/photographer TY Bello have released another visual titled ‘Kabi o osi’ off their collaborative album ” The Spirit of Light”. The gospel artists had in January 2019 released the 17 tracks album. The video to “KABI O OSI” which means Unquestionable God was released on Tuesday, February 26 by TY Bello. The collaborative album was hinted after their viral single ‘Logan Ti Ode’ surfaced on the internet and went viral.
APC Senator Solomon Adeola Returns To Senate
Solomon Adeola (Image credit: Google) Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola representing Lagos West and Chairman of House of Representatives Committee on Public Accounts has been declared the winner of the just concluded National Assembly Elections in the state. He was declared the winner by The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Returning Officer, Professor Olumide Adenuga of the University of Lagos at the state collation centre, Yaba.
BBNaija’s Vandora To Host “Our Perfect Wedding” TV Show
Vandora (Image credit: Google) Former Big Brother Naija 2018 star, Venessa Williams popularly known as Vandora has been unveiled as the host of a new television show, “Our Perfect Wedding” which will premiere later this year. The show reportedly first debuted in Kenya about three years ago, and now Multichoice has decided to extend the coverage to Nigeria, their supposed biggest market.
Sexual Abuse: Singer R. Kelly Released After Paying $100k Bail
R. Kelly. Source: Instagram. American singer R. Kelly has been released from jail on Monday, February 25, after a $100,000 bail following multiple charges of criminal sexual abuse. The bail was posted after the 52-year-old singer appeared in court to make a not guilty plea to all the 10-count charges of aggravated sexual abuse.
Tonto Dikeh Flaunts Alleged Boo As They Vacate In Dubai (Photos)
Tonto Dikeh and her alleged new boo (Image credit: Instagram) Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh who is currently in Dubai for a Television Commercial Shoot in the Arab country with her Sapphire Scent team has taken to her Instagram to flaunt her alleged new boo. Tonto Dikeh who is also on the trip with her bestie Idris Okuneye known as Bobrisky took to her Instagram Stories to share photos of herself and her man enjoying a romantic dinner in the sky.
I Need A Break, Says Ajimobi After Losing Senatorial Seat (Video)
Governor Abiola Ajimobi while casting his vote Oyo State Governor and candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo South Senatorial District in the just concluded Presidential and National Assembly elections, Senator Abiola Ajimobi, has revealed that he needed a break from politics after losing to his opponent. Governor Ajimobi lost to the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, senatorial candidate for Oyo South, Dr. Kola Balogun, on Saturday, February 23, 2019.
Lai Mohammed To Proclaim Feb 23rd As Liberation Day In Kwara
Lai Mohammed (Image credit: Google) The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has said that under the All Progressives Congress (APC) dispensation, Feb. 23rd will be observed as the ‘Day of Liberation’ by the people of Kwara. He said the day will be declared as Kwara Liberation Day immediately the new government comes to power in the state. The Minister disclosed this on Monday, February 25, while addressing a Press Conference with stakeholders of the party in the state.
TBoss Land Juicy Deal With Sport Betting Company
TBoss (Photo credit: Instagram) Big Brother Naija 2017 finalist, Tokunbo Idowu popularly known as TBoss, has landed a juicy deal with sports betting company, 234bet.Com. The sultry model and budding actress shared the endorsement deal with a betting company. Taking to Instagram, Tboss wrote: “Heya Lovers, Good morning dearies. I’m excited to announce that I have joined the winning team of 234Bet.com as their official BRAND AMBASSADOR.
Toolz Oniru, Captain Demuren Dedicate Son In Church (Photos)
Guests at the baby dedication (Image credit: Instagram ) Nigerian On air-personality Tolu Oniru-Demuren popularly known as Toolz O and her husband, Captain Tunde Demuren, on Sunday, February 24, dedicated their son, Chairman in Lagos. The couple who got married in June 2016, welcomed their bundle of joy in a UK hospital on Sunday morning of Dec. 16th. The dedication was attended by family and friends. Recall earlier last year, the OAP revealed her painful labour experience and loss of a baby.
Election Results: Nigerians React To Slight Margin In Southwest Presidential Results
Atiku and Buhari (Image credit: Google) Nigerians on micro-blogging site, Twitter, have reacted to the slight margin in the South-western state election results between the two major contenders in the 2019 general Presidential election.
Teni The Entertainer Shuts Down London For Her 1st Solo Concert (Photos)
Teni performing to crowd at the concert (Image credit: Google) Nigerian music star Teni Apata popularly known as Teni the Entertainer on Sunday, February 24, shut down Europe as she headlined her first solo concert in Solo, United Kingdom. The music star and songwriter kicked things off with a solo concert which held in London. The concert, organized by SMADE events, was a huge success and producer Don Jazzy was at the event to show his support.
City Of Houston Proclaims February 24 As Meek Mill Day
Meek Mill. Source: Instagram. The City of Houston has proclaimed February 24 as American rapper Meek Mill day. Meek Mill Day was named after himself in the city of Houston. The proclamation took place at the Revention Music Centre on Saturday, February 23, where he performed. Meek Mill was honoured on Saturday night shortly after the end of his Motivation Tour.
Reverend Mother Esther Ajayi Donates N10m To Ailing Baba Suwe's Treatment
Reverend Mother Esther Ajayi (Image credit: Google) Reverend Esther Ajayi, founder of the Love of Christ Generation Church, C & S (Iya Adura), London has donated the sum of N10m to ailing comic actor, Babatunde Omidina, popularly known as Baba Suwe. The donation was confirmed on Monday, February 25, by Nollywood actor Yomi Fabiyi who used to be Baba Suwe’s personal assistant until he rose to fame.
Oscar 2019: Watch Olivia Coleman’s Emotional Speech After Winning Best Actress (Video)
Olivia Colman (Image credit: Rob Latour/REX/Shutterstock) Olivia Colman – Actress in a Leading Role – ÔThe FavouriteÕ 91st Annual Academy Awards, Show, Los Angeles, USA – 24 Feb 2019 British actress Olivia Colman on Sunday, February 25, melted hearts with her inspiring speech after being announced as the winner for the best actress category at the Oscar 91st Academy Awards. She won the award for her role as troubled Queen Anne in The “Favourite”.
Pornographic Actress Afrocandy Reveals How Much She Spent On Plastic Surgery
ACtress Afrocandy (Image credit: Google) US-based Nigerian actress turned Pornographic star Judith Chichi Okpara Mazagwu popularly known as Afrocandy has revealed how much she spent on plastic surgery.
Food Vlogger Sisi Yemmie Welcomes Second Child
Sisi Yhemmie and her new baby girl (Image credit: Instagram) Food and lifestyle vlogger Yemisi Odunsanya popularly known as Sisi Yemmie has welcomed her second child, a baby girl. Sisi Yemmie welcomed the baby girl with her husband, Bobo Odusanya on the 22nd of February. The excited mother of two took to her Instagram page to share the good news, posting photos of the newborn she wrote: “Overjoyed 22/2”.
Oscar 2019: Check Out Full List Of Winners
Green Book actors on the red carpet (Image credit: Google) The 2019 Oscar awards which took place at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday, February 24, saw the highest honours in Hollywood handed out to a talented group of actors, actresses, filmmakers, and everyone who works behind the scenes to make movies happen. Roma and The Favourite led with 10 nominations each, both films took home a decent amount of awards during the ceremony.
Nigeria Decides: Banky W In Early Lead In Eti-Osa Constituency
Banking declaring to run for House of Reps/Twitter Nollywood actor turned politician Olubankole Wellington is leading his other counterparts in the just concluded House of Representatives seat in the Eti-Osa Constituency of Lagos State. Banky W is running for the House of Representatives, on the platform of the Modern Democratic Party, MDP.
Nigeria Decides: Gunmen Kill Student During Voting In Kogi (Graphic)
Late Daniel Usman (Image credit: Twitter) Unknown gunmen have killed a student of the Kogi State University, KSU, on Saturday, February 23, during the presidential and National Assembly elections in the state. The victim identified as Daniel Usman was shot dead by unknown gunmen while trying to vote in Ajetachi polling unit, Anyigba, Kogi State. The incident was said to have occurred after political thugs disrupted the election process.
Tiwa Savage, Adesua, Falz, Other Celebs Cast Their Votes (Photos)
Tiwa Savage casting her vote (Image credit: Twitter) Nigerians entertainers on Saturday, February 23, troop out to perform their civic right as the country votes in the presidential and National Assembly elections. Members of theentertainment community are leading the charge and have been seen casting their votes in their various constituencies.
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