Late Deji Akure’s First Daughter Takes Over His Throne

Late Deji Akure, Oba Adebiyi Adesida’s daughter has taken over his thrown.  Princess Adetutu Adesida Ojei assured the people of Akure that she is ready to continue where her father stopped. Until now she was a Pharmacist who was based in the UK.

Photo: Omawunmi @ First Cut Movie Premiere

The premiere is currently on-going at Eko Hotel & Suites. You like?

Sad! Professor Wole Soyinka Loses 48-Year Old Daughter

Professor Wole Soyinka today lost one of his daughters. Iyetade who was born in 1965 died today at UCH hospital in Ibadan where she was been treated for an undisclosed ailment. She was 48. She left behind two children, her parents and siblings. 

Annie Idibia Once Again Says She’s the Happiest Girl On Earth For Marrying Tuface

Annie took to her instagram page few minutes ago once again to tell the world how happy she is to have married Tuface Idibia. She says she is the happiest girl that ever liveth and it feels like she is the only girl on the world. Her words below;

D’ Prince Releases New Hot Smoking Pictures

The singer and Don Jazzy's younger brother released four hot new photos of himself to end the year. See two more pictures of him after the cut. E no easy! Lol

I Don’t Mix Freely With People And I’m Very Much Single! Flavour Reveals

Ladies favourite, Flavour Nabania has revealed that he does almost everything at home. He parties right in his house, works in his house and of-course eats and drinks at home. He does not even go to clubs, the singer revealed. Here is what he told Vanguard in a new interview.

Behind The Scene Photos From Skuki’s ‘Silifa’ Video Shoot

The video was directed and shot by Clarence Peters in Johannesburg, South Africa. And will be released in few weeks. More pictures after the cut.

Nasir El-Rufai Loses Brother & Nephew In One Day

The former FCT minister lost his brother, nephew and three of their friends in a car accident yesterday. He took to twitter late last night to express his pain. 

More tweets after the cut.

Photos: Julius Agwu, Timi Dakolo, O.C Ukeje, Others Gather At The Future Awards Africa 2013

The Future Awards Africa 2013 anchored by Toke Makinwa and Vector tha viper held at the Arztech Arcum Hall in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, yesterday,  Friday, December 20, 2013 and was hosted by the River State Government. Guests who attended include Julius Agwu, Timi Dakolo, O. C Ukeje,  Vector, Kemi ‘Lala’ Akindoju, Gbenro Akinbade, Jessy Jagz and others. See first photos after the cut.

Why I Am Bald- Ik Ogbonna

Ik Ogbonna in a new interview talks about his fashion weakness and how he was born bald. Some people have said this several times under the comment section, and I have always laughed about it and said it is not true. So if you also believe he is not, sorry you are sitting on a long thing. Ik says he is. His words;

Chimamanda Adichie Gets Another Plus As BBC Names Her Book The Best In 2013

Chimamanda Adichie’s book, Americanah is number 1 on BBC’s top 10 books of 2013 beating the likes of The Flamethrowers by Rachel Kushner, The Good Nurse by Charles Graeber and Mary Coin by Marisa Silver. The book, Americanah was also listed as one of the top ten books of 2013 by New York Times. 

55 Photos As Celebrities Celebrate Fashion At Fayrouz L’Original

The Fayrouz L’Original fashion and style event, tagged “Party for the Originals” had some of the biggest names in the fashion, music and movie industries come together to celebrate Nigeria’s sense of originality in fashion.

Photos: Denrele Reveals He Wore Late Goldie’s Dress For Channel O Awards

Denrele has revealed he wore his late best friend’s dress for the just held Channel O 2013 Awards in her memory. Denrele said Goldie bought the outfit for AMVCAs but unfortunately death came calling before she could wear the dress. It was the last dress she bought, he said. One more photo below.

Photo: Mercy Aigbe Finally Weds Husband Legally

It’s official. Mercy Aigbe today got married to her husband, Mr Gentry today in at the Ikoyi registry. This will be his second marriage and Mercy’s second marriage too. They already have a son together. Big congrats to Mercy.

ASUU Finally Calls Off Strike, Orders Lecturers To Resume Immediately

The Academic Staff Union of Universities in Nigeria have suspended its five-month old strike, the News Agency of Nigeria is reporting. The union announced the end of the strike in Minna, Niger state, after its National Executive Committee agreed on new funding terms with the Nigerian government.

CHECK Out All the Photos As D’banj Steps Out With Genevieve At Club Ultimate

What do you get when an Internationally recognized artiste steps out with Africa’s sexiest actress? A show-stopper! Last weekend, multiple award winning actress, Genevieve Nnaji was seen in the arms of the Kokomaster, at the Gulder Club Ultimate party, which held on Saturday, December 14th at Oceanview in Victoria Island, Lagos.

Looking dapper in a white shirt, straight cut black jeans and a black waist coat, Dbanj drove into the event in a Black Bentley seconds after Genevieve came in her G-Wagon, shortly after attending Sean Tizzle’s birthday party. See more photos after the cut.

OMG Radar Online Blasts Mariah Carey For Performing @Access Bank’s End Of Year Party Over The Weekend

Here is how  it’s been reported;

Mariah Carey proudly posted a pic of herself in a slinky yellow dress and wrote, “Backstage in Nigeria” on Saturday. But maybe the songbird should have done some homework before agreeing to the gig?

Her show was at Access Bank’s Christmas Party which was also a farewell bash for the bank’s managing director. And while Access Bank is a reputable financial institution, should Carey have known a few basics about the African nation before taking the paycheck?

Ironically — given that she was performing for bankers — it seems Carey wasn’t aware Nigeria is well-known as the center of the world’s email financial crimes! Nigeria is even part of the name — as in “Nigerian 411 Scams.”... Continue below

Sean Tizzle Celebrates 24th Birthday Party With Wyclef, Genevieve, D’banj, Others In Attendance

Sean Tizzle’s birthday was yesterday, 15^th of December, but he celebrated it Saturday night (14^th of Dec.) into his big day. Genevieve Nnaji, D’banj, Davido, Wyclef and few other celebrities attended the party. Wyclef was billed to perform at Dele Momodu’s Ovation Carol which held in Ghana, but had a stopover in Nigeria. Someone here with me just said, aww is Genny and D’banj getting back already? More pictures after the cut.

Rukky Sanda shares sexy new pic

     #gorgeous

The First Lady Wants Us To Address Her As 'Mama Peace'

On Friday, while inaugurating the Subsidy Reinvestment and Empowerment Programme Maternal and Child Health otherwise known as MAMA Project, The First Lady, Dame Patience Jonathan said she should no longer be called Patience but “Mama Peace.”

Photos: Ibinabo Fiberesima & Fred Amata Spotted Together

Though some people have said they are presently not talking to each other. The two were recently spotted at the local airport on their way to Port Harcourt for an award ceremony which took place in Bayelsa. These two look so hot together. I am not a match maker, but I really wish they can come back together. They will give the young ones a run for their money (the ones flaunting their bf’s like it’s no man’s business, lol). They will make them jealous, lol. Ibinabo and Fred have a daughter together. Cute couple! I like!!

Chocolate City artist DJ Caise reveals hot new photos

See more photos after the cut..

Tiwa Savage & Dr. Sid Set To Host The Headies! SEE All The Promo Photos

Label mates, Tiwa Savage and Dr Sid have been announced as the hosts of this year's Headies. The awards will take place on the 26th of Dec. and this will make it the 8th edition. See more promo pics after the cut.

Beyonce Features Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie In New Album

Beyonce has dropped a new album over the night called Beyonce on iTunes. The album has 32 tracks and one of it; Flawlessfeatured Nigerian author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. Her speech about feminism and the roles women play in the society by her were used in the track. She is also the author of Half Of A Yellow Sun, which was also turned into a movie. God bless Chimamanda.

XMAS Is Here! Iyanya Releases Customised Christmas Card

See other photos from the shoot below. Remember a lot of Nigerian celebrities had theirs last year.

Photos: Skuki Also Pays Last Respect To Nelson Mandela

The music brothers who are presently in South Africa to shoot a video, also stopped by to pay their last respect to the departed great leader. May his soul continue to rest in peace. Another photo after the cut.

ASUU strike: FG makes U-turn;pays the sum of 200bn to ASUU

Nasir Fagge and Goodluck Jonathan

The Presidency said on Monday it was no longer interested in the December 9  deadline  it handed over to the striking university  teachers  to return to work.

Rather, it said it was satisfied with the lecturers’  level of compliance with  the  directive to them  to resume work or be sacked.

Uruguay legalises marijuana trade

| credits: AP

Update: Uruguay has become the first country in the world to make it legal to grow, sell and consume marijuana.

After nearly 12 hours of debate, senators gave the government-sponsored bill their historic final approval.

The law allowing registered Uruguayans over 18 to buy up to 40g (1,4oz) of the drug a month is not expected to come into force before April.

READ Obama's Speech At Mandela's Memorial Service

To Graça Machel and the Mandela family; to President Zuma and members of the government; to heads of state and government, past and present; distinguished guests - it is a singular honour to be with you today, to celebrate a life unlike any other. To the people of South Africa – people of every race and walk of life – the world thanks you for sharing Nelson Mandela with us. His struggle was your struggle. His triumph was your triumph. Your dignity and hope found expression in his life, and your freedom, your democracy is his cherished legacy.

Photos: US Rapper, The Game Tattoos Nelson Mandela’s Face On His Body

Here is what he said when he posted the photo. “The finished “Nelson Mandela” lookin out of the prison bars by @NikkoHurtado done on my side. 7 hour sitting…. Few more hours to tie in the tats around it & we solid. #NelsonMandela #RIP #Legend #Leader #Freedom #Peace #Equality #Tattoos #SouthAfrica”. Another photo of him after the cut.

Photos: Brazil Hosts Mass Gay Wedding For 130 Couples

A total of 130 couples have said "I do" in a mass wedding at Rio de Janeiro's Superior Court of Justice, marking the city's first gay civil marriages. In mid-May, Brazilian courts determined that public offices that oversee marriages cannot reject gay couples. The ceremony held on the 8^th of Dec. 2013 and most of them were close to tears as their dreams of getting married came true. See more photos after the cut.

Photos From Mandela's Memorial Service In Aso Rock

After three days of mourning Late Mandela in Nigeria, President Goodluck Jonathan held a memorial service for him yesterday in Aso Rock villa. The first lady was there and some other leaders. Mandela will be buried on the 15^th of December, 2013 in Soweto. See more photos from the ceremony below.

Photos: Actor Benson Okonkwo Flaunts His God’s Given Asset

Do you think he’s hot? More pictures after the cut.

Pictures Of Pres. Jonathan & Wife At Elysee Summit On Peace & Security In Africa

Two more pictures after the cut.

Photos: Don Jazzy, Tiwa Savage, Iyanya Others Attend Dr SID & Simi Osomo’s Introduction Ceremony Today

MAVIN records artiste, Dr Sid and fiancée, Simi Osomo have started their marital journey. Their introduction ceremony held today with Don Jazzy, Tiwa Savage, Iyanya, his manager and some other celebrities in attendance. We wish the couple all the best. More photos after the cut.

ALL The Photos & Winners From The 2013 Best Of Nollywood (BON) Awards

More pictures and the list of winners after the cut.

How Would You Like To Win A Brand New Car; Courtesy Of Star

Fingers crossed! Last year there were tons of great gifts from beer giant, STAR. TVs, large generators, phones, massive bags of rice and other prices were all won. This year, with all the excitement and paparazzi, we don't expect them to do less.

President Jonathan Declares 3 Days Of National Mourning For Mandela

From Reuben Abati

President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has declared three days of national mourning for former South African President, Dr. Nelson Mandela who passed away yesterday.

Truck Rams Into Classroom, Kills 7 School Children

A truck driver yesterday in Abia state, lost control and rammed into a classroom killing 7 school children with 15 others wounded.

Nelson Mandela Dies At 95! R.I.P

Nelson Mandela, South Africa's first black president is dead. Mandela who has been in and  out of hospital died yesterday's evening at the age of 95 in his home. He will be greatly missed. We pray God rest his soul.

Who rocked it better? Genevieve Nnaji or Tonto Dikeh ."Delightful in white"

Genevieve Nnaji and Tonto Dikeh are two very stylish women who are definitely on top of their fashion game.

The stars donned identical white outfits and they both stepped out looking absolutely amazing, but there can only be one winner.

So, who wore it better.

Toke Makinwa Stuns In New Photos

The OAP is sure not letting anything hold her down. She released some pictures of her today and the makeup was done by rapper Eva. Very pretty job! See 2 more pics below.

Male Birth Control Pill That Makes Sperm Ineffective On Its Way

A birth control pill for guys is getting closer to becoming a reality. Scientists are calling it a breakthrough.

D’Prince Poses With New Mercedes Benz Coupe

                                                                          Hot Dude!

Abuja Airport Temporarily Shut Down

The Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, has been temporarily shut to air traffic by the Nigeria Airspace Management Agency following the blockade of the runway by a Saudi Airline Cargo,

Photos: Victoria Kimani Dazzles At Channel O Africa Music Awards

 The singer took a trip to the royal side as she stepped out in various shimmery dresses all made by South African designer, Scalo. She was also spotted wearing a sparkling princess halo. I am just using the pictures now because I just got them. More after the cut.

Photos: Police Uncover Another Baby Factory In Imo! Rescues 16 Pregnant Teenage Girls

                                           Some of the pregnant teenage girls being rescued by the police

The Police Command again has uncovered another baby-making factory in Egbu, near Owerri the State capital, arresting the proprietor, one Dr. James Ezuma who runs a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO), and a clinic.