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Kemen Celebrates Birthday With New Photo Big Brother Naija’s  Ekemini Ekerette popularly called  Kemen is celebrating his birthday today. The former housemate shared a photo of himself on social media and captioned it: “Happy Birthday to me. It’s been Good all the way…”

Former president Barack Obama revealed that he had a tearful goodbye when dropping off his eldest daughter Malia Obama at college . "It was a little bit like open heart surgery," Mr. Obama said during a Beau Biden Foundation reception in Delaware. "And I was proud that I did not cry in front of her, but on the way back, the Secret Service was off, looking straight ahead, pretending they weren't hearing me as I sniffled and blew my nose. It was rough." Malia Obama, 19, started school at Harvard University in August after graduating from Sidwell Friends School in Washington, D.C. and a preceding gap year, which she spent traveling and interning with the Weinstein Company film studio.

The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode, on Wednesday inaugurated the state’s DNA Forensic Centre. Unveiling the DNA laboratory, located on Odunlami Street, Lagos Island, the governor said it would not only help in the resolution of crimes but would also be useful in clearing controversies relating to paternity. Ambode described the laboratory as a significant milestone in his administration’s quest to strengthen the justice system in Lagos and to make the state safe both for the residents and investors.

The 19-year-old Nigerian lady, Gloria, who recently bought her third car in two years, posted photos of the dinner she made and wrote: "Girlfriend that cannot cook, is that one girlfriend??? If your girlfriend/ partner don't cook for you,,, don't just dump her but throw her the fuck away... same goes to the ladies... throw him the fucking fuck away... Slay mamas take note"

Peter and Paul Okoye, the Nigerian hip-hop twins from the group P-Square, have finally split up.  According to a letter by Peter (also known as Mr. P) sent to their lawyer Festus Keyamo (SAN), Peter demanded a termination of the contract between the group.  "What I am about to do has been a very difficult decision to make. I have decided to use this medium to terminate the agreement between Psquare." In the letter, Peter raised serious allegations against Paul and their older brother and manager, Jude Okoye. Peter accused Paul of failing to cooperate with him and canceled their scheduled tour in the U.S.  He also accused Paul of slandering his wife and children on social media. Peter has also claimed that he and his family has been getting threats and says that Jude once threatened to kill him and his wife.

Daniel Diangoli popularly known as Idyl takes home the prize. He said he came from the streets and has been a product of Grace. The 22 year old Bayelsan defeated several other contestants to emerge the winner of this year's competition. Congrats to him.

Pastor Twanna Gause stepped out of a limousine amid the whir of cameras outside the New Vision Full Gospel Baptist Church in East Orange, N.J. Dressed in an off-white wedding gown and veil that sparkled in the cascading sunshine, she carried a bouquet of white roses and lilies, hugged several guests, then parted a sea of well-wishers on the way to her best friend, Pastor Vanessa Brown, who stood waiting at the altar in a cream-colored long coat called a sherwani and gold Punjabi jutti shoes. The church doors opened, allowing the faint strains of “You Are So Beautiful” to float on the hot August air. Pastor Gause stepped inside, where she was greeted by Bishops Levi Richards and Eugene Gathers, both of the Fellowship of Affirming Ministries.

Too cute for words

 I am here to correct an error made by one Pastor Suleman Johnson. I watched one of the videos where he spoke on divorce. He actually encouraged divorce and I cried in my heart.  I was so shocked when I watched the video. The most annoying part of it is the fact that he used the law court to support his teaching. In Christianity, it is very wrong to use the law as your basis of teaching. In Christianity, we use the Holy Bible as our basis of authority. So let us go to the Bible and correct the wrong teaching.  What has the Bible got to say concerning divorce? The first thing I would like you to know about marriage is that marriage is a covenant, a covenant between a man and his wife, and God confirms it. What I have just said now, can it be found in the Bible? Yes! In the book of Malachi 2:14, the Bible says that marriage is a covenant between you and the wife of your youth. And the Bible also says in that verse that the God is a witness in the covenant. In other w...

Story by Obinna Oke Today, I feel so light with overflowing joy and relief. I finally pulled off the burden that had yoked me for the past five years. I was able to visit Joshua's family again! Joshua was a friend I would never forget my entire life. His father had died soon after he started school. Back then in secondary school, Joshua was the Chapel prefect. Before the appointment, everyone knew it would be him. He was a Catholic charismatic. He sang and prayed every minute; while on bicycle to school, while copying notes. All the time, he mumbled hymns and prayers. At the assembly ground, Joshua would preach with so much conviction about the supremacy of God and his unflinching love for us, until he  lost his voice. He would finish, leaving everyone shaken.

The Nigerian Defence Headquarters has branded the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) as a militant terrorist organisation, and this was disclosed in a statement released in Abuja today. The Director, Defence Information (DDI), Gen. John Enenche, stated that IPOB posed a security challenge to the country. Part of the statement read; “After due professional analysis and recent developments, it has become expedient to notify the general public that the claim by IPOB actors that the organization is non-violent is not true. “Hence, the need to bring to public awareness the true and current state of IPOB. “In this regard, some of their actions, clandestinely and actively, that have been terrorising the general public include: “The formation of a Biafra Secret Service, claimed formation of Biafra National Guard, unauthorized blocking of public access roads and extortion of money from innocent civilians at illegal road blocks. “Militant possession and...

Ihezue Ugochi Mitchel, Miss Kebbi, has emerged the Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria 2017. Ugochi, beat other 35 contestants to the crown, emerging as the 30th MBGN. Miss Bayelsa, Miss Sokoto, Miss Plateau and Miss Oyo were the other top five finalists. Miss Bayelsa came in as fourth runner-up, third runner-up was Miss Oyo, while the second runner-up was Miss Plateau. Winner of 2015 MBGN, Unoaku Anyadike had been the reigning queen for two years as the pageant organised by Silverbird Entertainment did not hold in 2016. Other awards won by contestants were most photogenic award given to Miss Anambra, Miss Yobe won the amity award and best traditional costume went to Miss Sokoto while the best evening wear award went to Miss Bayelsa.

NICE!

Popular Nigerian artiste, Muma Gee was married to popular actor, Prince Eke, untill late last year when the two went their separate ways over accusations of infidelity, lies and some other issues but not without causing a frenzy in the media. Muma, who had yet to talk about her failed marriage, finally opened up to Saturday Beats in an exclusive phone interview and the details are alarming to say the least. Talking about the marriage scandal, Muma said: It is exactly one year ago that I separated from my ex- husband. But then, he gave the impression that the issue happened in December 2016. I put in my best as an African woman to ensure the marriage lasted. Because of his antecedent, I had almost called off my wedding. I had already done the traditional marriage. The sign that I saw then would have made me to call it off. I didn’t go ahead to do a court wedding after the church wedding. This is just the singular reason.

Peace be still!

Following the ongoing military operations in the South East, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Nnamdi Kanu has petitioned the European Union, UN. In the petition dated September 14 and signed by his counsel, Ifeanyi Ejiofor, Kanu accused the Nigerian military of intimidation, torture, arrest, abduction and killing of people of the South East. The letter was addressed to the Secretary General of the United Nations, Antonio Guterres, the European Union High Commission, the Presidents of United States of America, Russia and Israel. In the petition, the IPOB leader urged the UN, EU, US and other countries on the invasion of the military in the region. Kanu stated that while innocent blood are being wasted in the region, the 1999 Constitution as amended did not allow the deployment of soldiers in the region in a manner presently done by the federal government. According to Kanu without the intervention of the comity of nations, the killings and torture would continue....

Gray hair aren’t super-common for men in their twenties and thirties, so it’s natural that you might start to freak out a little if you spot some. Unfortunately, premature grays happen, and there are a few reasons for them. First, some basics: Gray hair is caused by lack of melanin pigment in the hair follicles, says Gary Goldenberg, M.D., assistant clinical professor of dermatology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. The follicles still have a normal number of melanocytes (cells that make pigment), but these cells stop working over time, and the hair turns gray or white. It’s not super common to go gray at a young age since gray hair usually follows the 50/50 rule, Dr. Goldenberg says—50 percent of the population will go gray by 50 years old. But, again, gray hair happens in younger people, too. Genetics plays a big role, says Joshua Zeichner, M.D., a New York City-based board-certified dermatologist. “If your mom or dad developed early gray hairs, you likely will ...

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  ALL SETS (1982 - 2017) 40th ANNIVERSARY GREEN PARTY AND LAUNCHING OF THE LIBRARY AND MAGAZINE   DATE: SUNDAY 1st OCTOBER 2017 TIME: 3.00PM. VENUE: YARD 158 34 KUDIRAT ABIOLA WAY, OREGUN, LAGOS OUR SCHOOL TURNS 40 ON 29th SEPTEMBER 2017. WE HAVE A WEEK OF ACTIVITIES AND CELEBRATION FROM MONDAY 25th SEPTEMBER TO 1st OCTOBER 2017.   EVERYBODY SHOULD BE A PART OF THIS. IT'S A TIME TO KNOW OURSELVES BETTER, SUPPORT AND NETWORK TOGETHER AS BROTHERS AND SISTERS. IT'S TIME TO SHOW OUR SUPPORT TO OUR ALMA MATER, THE BOND HOLDING US TOGETHER.

The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Ibrahim Idris on Wednesday gave a directive for the launch of the ‘BAIL IS FREE’ Campaign across the country. The IGP, who was represented by the Force Public Relations Officer, Headquarters, CSP Jimoh Moshood in his remarks said, that the launch starts on today in Niger State. Moshood said: “The IGP on assumption of duty on the 22nd June, 2016 promised to reposition the Nigeria Police Force to be more accountable, responsive, responsible and reliable under his leadership. You will agree with me that these declarations are already manifesting and being accomplished. In furtherance of the above objectives, the IGP and Management Team have embarked on aggressive community and people oriented engagements to bring the Nigeria Police Force closer to the people so as to ensure effective service delivery to all Nigerians. The Eminent persons Forum which is a platform to strengthen the community policing strategies of the Force to tackle ethnic, rel...

Beautiful actress and TV Host shares a message to say 'thank you' to people for wishing her a happy birthday, her message below   I just want to say "thank you" to everyone for the birthday wishes and love you all gave me yesterday. It was, without a doubt, a great day .

' Rest in Peace General Benbella Raji. Classmate at Command Secondary School, Ipaja. You will be fondly remembered. Loved how you used to call me run away General'. That was the message Ace comedian Ali Baba shared to mourn the loss of his friend General Benbella Raji, who died  recently , he  led the famous Operation Crocodile Smile in Edo State last year during the governorship election in the state.

Human Right and Activist lawyer, Femi Falana has called on President Muhammadu Buhari to direct the soldiers who allegedly invaded residence of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, and Aba town in Abia State to “withdraw and return to their barracks forthwith.” Men of the Nigerian Army had yesterday allegedly held the IPOB leader hostage while shooting sporadically at his Umuahia residence. In his reaction, Falana described the action of the Army as “unconstitutional and illegal.”

Annie Idibia and her daughters, Isabella and Olivia made a stylish trio as they stepped out in style for an event yesterday .

She looks Amazing!!!

The Plus Size fashion week took place in Lagos on the 2nd of September . Some of the plus size models proudly showed off their sexy body as they strutted the runway dressed only in their swimsuits and corsets. The Plus-size fashion week Africa was created to help stop the stigmatiza­tion and body shaming of the plus-sized woman.

The Commissioner for Information and Strategy in Ogun, Mr Dayo Adeneye, has urged the Federal Government to boost the tourism sector by showcasing Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage. Adeneye told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on the sidelines of the Ojude-Oba Festival that “the annual event reminds our children of what we stand for”. According to him, the Ojude-Oba Festival is one the biggest tourism platforms the government can take advantage of in promoting the rich cultural heritage of the nation. He said that the festival was not meant to portray “our dressing alone but our culture and how we respect and pay homage to elders. “I am very happy to see the Awujale amongst his sons and daughters; the whole of Ijebuland is here. “You can see how the various “Regberebe” age groups are well dressed, but it’s beyond that.

The recent crash of Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi and his former wife, Olori Wuraola's 17-month old marriage continues to generate mixed reviews home and abroad. The latest to comment on it is popular Ifa Traditionalist, Playwright, Actor and Author, Yemi Elebuibon who spoke to SUN saying ex-Olori Wuraola, must necessarily undergo appropriate traditional cleansing process to enable her to regain normal life. While noting that Ooni would not be the first Yoruba Oba to be seperated from his wife, Elebuibon stressed that marriage breakup is not very common among Yoruba Obas, 'the wife of the Oba will be asked to consult Ifa and Ifa will give directions on how she will make the necessary atonement for her cleansing. In Yoruba tradition, a woman who has been married to a king cannot lay with any other man even if the marriage breaks up. But when the right atonements have been made, there won’t be problem'. On the kind of problems which an Oba’s ex-wife m...

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The Chairman of Benue State chapter of the All Farmers Association of Nigeria, Aondoana Ohembe, has reiterated Governor Samuel Ortom’s concern that the country risks food shortage, following last week’s flooding which devastated several communities in the state. The farmer said that hundreds of locals farmers, particularly those engaged in mechanised farming, had been counting their losses caused by the flood. Ohembe said he lost over 50 hectares of farmland to the flood. He said, “There is an imminent food scarcity this year if rain continues to wreak havoc in the state. As I speak, hundreds of hectares of farmlands belonging to our association have been washed away. “Benue has comparative advantage in yam, cassava, rice, corn, soybeans and sesame seed. The state is key to the food security of the nation and this year we have invested heavily in farming but the havoc the flood wreaked in the state is unimaginable. I hope Nigeria does not experience a food crisis this year.” ...

Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has boasted that Nigeria will burn if he is rearrested by the Federal Government. Kanu made this declaration in an interview with The Sun newspaper. He asked why those calling for his arrest have refused to call for the arrest of the coalition of northern youths who gave the quit notice to Igbos to leave the North before October 1. Asked if he was afraid of being rearrested for flouting bail conditions, Nnamdi Kanu said: “I don’t care! Quote me verbatim. If I’m rearrested, this country will burn, I assure you. ”From where that oil money they depend on, they can no longer have access to it. I assure them that. This is not empty threat. ”We’re IPOB, we don’t abandon our own. The Biafra gadfly also talked on the Anambra governorship election slated for November. He said it is the people’s civic responsibility to boycott the Anambra elections, adding that a “total and absolute boycott” will be implemented. Kanu s...

A wife allegedly cut off her husband's penis because he spent too much time playing golf. She is said to have attacked the 50-year-old with a kitchen knife as he slept before flushing his manhood down their loo. Stunned neighbours told cops the couple appeared to have a good relationship. But the wife, 54 - referred to as Mrs Kim - reportedly confessed to officers that her old man had ignored her. He had also been violent against her in Yeosu, South Korea, she claimed. Kim said he never gave her money to live on and spent a lot of time out and playing golf. A neighbour found the husband writhing in pain on the floor after hearing him groaning in his flat. He is said to be “stable” in hospital. Police said they would probe more about the motive for the alleged attack before issuing an arrest warrant, reports Jeju Weekly. Local sources said cops suspected the husband could have been attacked for cheating on Kim, but they had no evidence to back it up. Last month a mum ...

President Muhammadu Buhari will leave Nigeria on Monday, September 4, 2017 for a trip to Washington, DC. Buhari’s trip to the US is at the invitation of President Donald Trump. SaharaReporters quoted a Nigerian Presidency source as saying that Trump had extended the invitation last February, shortly after his inauguration. The president is scheduled to leave his hometown, Daura, by helicopter at 9:15 am on Monday for Katsina airport. From the airport, he will fly out at 10 am aboard a presidential jet to Washington, DC. The source said the earlier plan was for the president to combine the official visit to the US with his participation at the UN General Assembly in New York from September 21 to 25, 2017.

  The Emir of Ilorin and chairman, Kwara State Traditional Council, Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, asked the nation’s leaders to device means of reducing the escalating cost of food items. The Emir who lamented that it was becoming very difficult for Nigerian masses to eat three times daily due to exorbitant cost of food stuff, made the appeal in his Sallah message shortly after Eid-el- Kabir prayer at the Ilorin Yidi praying ground. The Emir prayed for peace, tranquility and resuscitation of the nation’s troubled economy, “it’s high time that our leaders across the three tiers of government do something about the escalating cost of food stuff.” He asked God to continue to guide the nation’s leaders aright so that the task of moving the nation forward would be easier for them. While urging Nigerians to give their leaders necessary support, the monarch stressed that rejuvenation of the nation’s economy is a collective responsibility of all Nigerians. Earlier, in his sermon, the...