Saheed drags Fathia to court over name

Few years ago, Saheed Balogun reportedly said he would soon stop his ex wife, Fathia Balogun, from using his name.

Saheed was quoted to have said “She is my ex. As for my name that she is still answering, the deed will be done soon. The Nigerian law says that after three or four years, you can do something about it. If somebody wants to keep my name, what of the new person coming in? This has nothing to do with grudges.”

Revealed: Tinubu's Candidate For 2015

      

There are strong indications that the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos have acquiesced to the request of Christians in the state for a Christian governor in 2015. The candidate of choice is Ayo Gbeleyi, the present Commissioner of Finance in the administration of quintessential Governor Babatunde Raji Fashola.

APC on rescue mission –Tinubu

National leader, All Progressives Congress, APC, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, says the party is not about himself, General Muhammadu Buhari (retd) or any leader of the APC. Tinubu said the party is about the nation and the need to rescue Nigeria from inept leadership.

Abuja terror trial: Lebanese gets life sentence

Talal Ahmed Roda, one of the three Lebanese prosecuted by the Federal Government in connection with the armoury discovered in Kano, was on Friday jailed for life by an Abuja Federal High Court.

But the other two accused persons – the co-owner of Amigo Supermarket, Mustapha Fawaz, and Abdallah Tanini, were set free after the court ruled that the prosecution did not prove the 16-count charge brought against them.

Wishing You All A Happy Thanksgiving Holiday Celebration. As Macys Parade Spiderman's Balloon In New York

Thanksgiving, or Thanksgiving Day, is a holiday celebrated in the United States on the fourth Thursday in November. It became an official Federal holiday in 1863, when, during the Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed a national day of "Thanksgiving and Praise to our beneficent Father who dwelleth in the Heavens", to be celebrated on Thursday, November 28.

As a federal and public holiday in the U.S., Thanksgiving is one of the major holidays of the year. Together with Christmas and New Year, Thanksgiving is a part of the broader holiday season.

Nigerian International Peter Odemwingie Loses £70, 000 to Fraudster

Nigerian International Peter Odemwingie, and other premiership players have lost thousands of pounds to a British woman who claimed to be their lifestyle coach. 38-year-old Claire Duke, defrauded high-profile clients, which include Cardiff City FC striker Peter Odemwingie – out of more than £70,000 over a one year period.

Revealed: The Rich Guy In Tonto Dikeh's Life

Tonto Dikeh mostly described by some people as an eccentric being, especially with her carefree attitude. Some have wondered if any man can successfully tame her or bring her under his control.

For those who have maintained that only a super rich dude can tame Tonto, they might have now been proven right.

Ex-militant, Asari-Dokubo arrested in Benin Republic

The leader of the Niger Delta People’s Volunteer Force, Alhaji Mujahid Dokubo-Asari, was today arrested in Cotonou, Benin Republic.

Lagos NDLEA arrests 420 drug suspects, convicts 69

The Lagos State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency says it has arrested 420 suspected drug traffickers in the past 10 months.

The agency added that within the same period, 69 persons had been convicted for drug related charges.

James Franco & Seth Rogen -- Mock Kanye and Kim Kardashian's Music Video ... Topless Bike Riding

I know, you're tired ... of seeing Kim Kardashian in Kanye West's new video for "Bound 2" ... so James Franco and Seth Rogen made their own version ... and it's AMAZING!

Barack Obama, Miley Cyrus and Justin Bieber Named Least Influential People of 2013 by GQ (Seriously!)

Miley Cyrus is arguably the most talked-about celebrity of 2013.

But her hit songs, non-stop twerking and controversial performances didn't win her any points with GQ. In fact, the mag has surprisingly listed the 21-year-old "Wrecking Ball" singer among the celebs on their list of 25 Least Influential People of 2013 (seriously!).

Nigeria to ditch tougher polymer for paper banknotes..... Is CBN Confused ?.

Nigeria is to revert to paper banknotes, the country's central bank has announced, in a policy switch bucking a growing trend around the world for tougher polymer-based currency.

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) signed a deal in 2006 with Australia's Securency International to print lower more-circulated units of the naira in polymer, while higher denominations were kept in paper form.

Billy Ray Cyrus Buys Miley Cyrus a $25,000 Three-Wheeler for Her 21st Birthday—See the Pic!

Miley Cyrus got a sporty new ride from dad Billy Ray Cyrus as a 21st birthday present over the weekend.

The 52-year-old "Achy Breaky Heart" crooner bought his daughter a Can-Am Spyder St Limited ATV bike for her milestone b-day.

Rita Dominic, Emma Nyra, Toolz At Ice Prince Album Launch [Pictures]

Rita Dominic, Emma Nyra, Toolz At Ice Prince Album Launch [Pictures]

The much talked about "fire of Zamani" concert was held on the same day Tiwa Savage had her traditional wedding, one will wonder many celebrities made their ways to Tiwa's wedding, who then will attend the FOZ concert, but they did, after Tiwa's wedding, all roads led to the concert.

Tonto Dikeh Wins Eloy Best Actress of The Year

Tonto Dikeh aka Miss Poko is getting the reward of her hard works in Nigerian movie industry, Nollywood. This is because on Sunday Nov. 24, 2013, she picked her first ever award on the category of Best Actress of the Year at Eloy Awards. Little wonder she was filled with joy when announced the winner.

Stephanie Okereke Loses Kanekalon Hair Brand Ambassador Deal

   


From yet-to-confirm online reports where we gathered that the star actress, Stephanie Okereke-Linus has been dropped as the brand ambassador of Kanekalon Hair.

Considering what was gathered from the reports, Stephanie was allegedly dropped when she stopped promoting Kanekalon and was no more adding value to the brand.

Kelechi Iheanacho, Nigeria's U-17 World Cup star Declared Missing

The father of Kelechi Iheanacho has raised alarm over the whereabouts of his son, saying he has been taken away by agents without his consent.

Iheanacho, 17, was the top star of the recent FIFA U-17 World Cup in United Arab Emirates and is wanted by several top clubs in Europe. However, controversies have continued to trail his next destination.
This week, Golden Eaglets assistant coach, Emmanuel Amuneke, was reported to have manhandled a FIFA agent in Owerri over the youngster’s transfer, MTNFootball.com reports.

SFU arrests five for visa fraud

Luck ran against some desperate Nigerians who were seeking to leave the country by all means.

Excerpts from the Punch Newspaper
Five persons have been arrested by the Special Fraud Unit, Ikoyi, Lagos, for their alleged participation in a visa scam.

Rihanna: Presented With The 2013 AMA Icon Award Of The Year By Her Mom, Monica Braithwaite. Plus Complete List Of Winners Inside

Rihanna's Touching Moment With Her Mom: We're still a little puzzled over why Bill Maher introduced the "Stay" crooner to the stage for her soulful rendition of "Diamonds," but there was a super sweet moment to be had after Rihanna stunned in a black gown during her performance of the song. When the singer stepped on stage to pick up the AMAs first-ever Icon Award, her mom came out carrying the trophy.

INSIDE AMA AWARDS : Lady Gaga Arrives at 2013 American Music Awards on White Horse. More Other Celebrity Pictures

 

She's known for it...... i mean setting the bar high when it comes to showing up at award shows.

The "Applause" singer arrived on the red carpet at the 2013 American Music Awards on top of a white horse (operated by two people) and dressed in a lavender Versace gown.

Prices of imported cars to rise by 60%

What's your take on the news below ?

The Federal Government has released the details of new duties and levies payable on imported new and used vehicles as well as imported new tyres from next year, raising the tariff from 20 per cent to 70 per cent.

EXPOSED: Reps Member Dies During Séx With Female Banker In Abuja

This is a clear danger signal to all those big men who are good in sleeping with their bank account officers, in the name of "thank you for banking with us".

Nigerians Boo Obasanjo On Emirates Flight

                     

Former Nigerian three-term president, Olusegun Obasanjo was booed on an Emirates flight 783 from Dubai to Lagos on 14 November 2013.

Miley Cyrus' House Burglarized Day Before Her 21st Birthday

                        


Miley Cyrus' birthday weekend did not get off to a good start.

The pop star's house was burglarized on Friday, Nov. 22, the day before she turned 21.

LAPD confirms that a victim, whom they could not confirm was Cyrus, discovered property was missing from the home at around 4:30p.m.

Pictures : Davido’s 21st birthday party

    

What a lucky boy.........

More Pictures after the cut

Davido Denies Iyanya Access To His Birthday Venue

The last might not have been heard about the 21st birthday anniversary of the sensational artiste, David Adeleke a.k.a Davido.

We gathered that last Thursday at Pavada Lounge on the Island where the young multimillionaire chose to celebrate his birthday.

Comedian Cum Radio OAP, Ushbebe Takes Lover To The Altar (Picture)

Ushbabe, One of Nigeria's fast-rising comedians took his heartthrob to the altar on Saturday, November 23, 2013. The event was held in Benin City, Edo State amid pomp and pageantry.

Nigeria State House Confirms President Jonathan Had Acute Abdominal Pain

President Goodluck Jonathan will return to Nigeria on Sunday and be at work the following day, presidential spokesman Reuben Abati has said.
In a second statement on Saturday, Mr. Abati for the first time indicated that the president was examined and treated for “severe abdominal pains,” but that doctors have now certified him fully fit to return home and continue his official duties.

Jonathan returns today, says alcohol not cause of illness

The Presidency has stated that President Goodluck Jonathan will return to Nigeria on Sunday evening (today) from London, where he attended the 15th meeting of the Honorary International Investors Council.

Presidential spokesman, Reuben Abati, who announced the President’s return via a statement, also disclosed that Jonathan’s illness while in London was due to severe abdominal pains.

Jonathan sacks another aide

President Goodluck Jonathan has approved the termination of Mrs. Aisha Umar as his Special Assistant on Social Development.

Photonews: Celebrities Stunning Looks At Tiwa Savage & Teebillz Wedding

Tee billz wedding to Tiwa Savage which was strictly by invitation, and the security was tight, we know that no matter how tight the security is, the media still finds a way of getting what went on at the event, just like Lola and peter's wedding which was even with an access card, but some people still found their way in.

The wedding of Tiwa and Tunji lasted for four hours

The event took place at The Ark Vicinity located on Okunade Bluewater Zone, off Remi Olowude Street, Lekki

More Pics after the cut....

Man Who Willed $250,000 and Home To His Cats

Two cats are each enjoying their nine lives in the lap of luxury, thanks to their deceased owner, who left his entire estate to his fluffy friends.

Leon Sheppard, a retired businessman and Memphis, Tennessee, native who died in 2012, has five children, 12 grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren however, in his will, he left his $250,000 fortune and 4,270-square-foot home in a gated community to his two cats, Frisco and Jake.

Redeemed Christian Church Of God Worldwide Invites Everyone To The 2013 Holy Ghost Congress Tagged 'The Overflow'

The Redeemed Christian Church of God is inviting everyone to the annual Holy Ghost congress tagged 'The Overflow' holding from December 9th to 14th.

Ghanaian Veteran Hip-Life Musician Ronnie Coaches Of (BUK BAK) is dead

                        
A member of the Ghanaian hiplife group, Buk Bak is dead.

The sad event occurred in the early hours of Thursday at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital where he was undergoing treatment after some short illness.

Buk Bak started as a three member group made up of Prince Bright [Bling Bling Sparkles]; a versatile rapper, who raps in Ga, Twi and pidgin whiles Shoetan was known for English raps and Ronnie the ragga voiced dude adds his voice to make songs complete. Their songs became instant hits because of their catchy choruses.

Tonto Dikeh Threatening Pregnant Nollywood Actress Who Snatched Rich Lover From Her

One of Nollywood’s hottest babes, Onyii Alex who allegedly snatched Tonto Dikeh’s multi-billionaire Igbo boyfriend Mr. Promise is pregnant and expecting a love child for the dude who is a married man.

A popular magazine has it that the actress has been hiding since her pregnancy was made public news.

This is because the wife of the millionaire has allegedly threatened to deal with Onyii whenever their paths crossed.

Osun Monarch Was Killed By Suspected O.P.C Members...Set His Corpse Ablaze

Some chiefs and residents of Ilashe Ijesa in Obokun Local Government Area of Osun State on Thursday narrated how the monach of the town, Oba Adesina Anibijuwon, was killed by suspected members of Odua People’s Congress, who allegedly strangled him and left his corpse inside his residence which they set ablaze.

PRESH OF DEFUNCT KC PRESH, MISSING

   

If there's any artiste who should be up and thankful for being the least expected to excel beyond critics imaginations, it definitely is Kingsley Okonkwo popularly known as Kcee.
Breaking up from his long time colleague Presh, who they both won the first edition of the musical talent hunt, Star Quest and individually pursuing their solo careers, not even Kcee nor Presh had envisaged any one of them rising up to the status of an A-List and highly celebrated artiste.

I Wish To Be Appreciate​d Now That Am Alive Rather Than Be Awarded With 'a Post Humous Shit' When Am Dead- Wummi Obe

It is so Obvious that our celebrities loves to be treated as the human they are and not just because they are celebrities, yesterday we posted something about Funke Akindele being tired of stardom, she said some things are just so annoying about being a celebrity and your relationship with people will be more different than your normal self, and because of her status there are some things she couldn't just react to the way she should have.

Popular singer, Wummi Obe has opened up on some things happening around her which she took to her twitter handle and describe them as 'things that are really annoying'

The Ace singer however said she wishes to be treated with much appreciation by people now that she is alive rather than be awarded with "a post humous shit" when she passes away.

All Rumors that Peter Okoye’s Family Not In Support Of Marriage To Lola Omotayo

People should leave this couples alone, they ought to be on their honeymoon by now, I wonder why they shouldn't have peace, the marriage is not even up to a week old yet and scandals everywhere, we all know Jude Okoye was Not In Ghana, He Was In Lagos Throughout The Wedding, Lola, gave birth to her first baby, there was no noise about any DNA, she gave birth to the 2nd one, there was no noise about any DNA, now he has decided to marry the mother of his lovely kids, and the only things some persons could do is to bring out false rumors.

Barack Obama Presents Oprah Winfrey With Medal of Freedom

Oprah Winfrey was honored at the White House on Wednesday with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, in an East Room ceremony heavy in historical reference and doses of humor.

“Early in Oprah Winfrey’s career her bosses told her she should change her name to Susie,” President Obama quipped in introducing Winfrey. “I have to pause here to say I got the same advice.” He then assured the crowd gathered that his advice was merely to change his name, although “not to Susie.”

Two US gay icons are awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom

In a White House ceremony, President Barack Obama posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to the same-sex partners of NASA astronaut Sally Ride and human rights activist Bayard Rustin.

The honor, the highest for US civilians, was started 50 years ago by President John Kennedy.

Michelle Obama Dishes on Her Biggest Fashion Regret, Plus Sasha Obama's Sold Out Asos Unicorn Sweater

                             

When it comes to fashion, Michelle Obama can do no wrong.

After all, whether she's wearing an elegant evening gown or chic cardigan set, the FLOTUS always know how to dress to impress.

Beyoncé Rocks a Red Leather Trench on Music Video Set—See the Pic!

                     

Sure, it's not as crazy as a Louis Vuitton ski mask, but Beyoncé's latest look would definitely turn more than a few heads.

Of course, most pedestrians would gape at anyone who was strutting around New York City in a red leather trench coat but when the "Love on Top" singer is the one wearing the sexy getup (and silver pumps!) the wow factor goes way up.