NIGERIA’S GOT TALENT - After a stiff competition in the zonal stages with over
4,000 contestants and 50 who slugged it out in the semi-finals, Ukeme Boniface,
better known as ‘Flexzee’ of Tush Dance Academy has been chosen to compete for
the 10million naira as the show comes to an end this Sunday. This was made
possible after he was voted into the final amidst stiff competition from 49
others. Again more votes are being
solicited for as the Akwa Ibom born dance wizard battles 9 others to win N10m.
Voting commences by 5pm on Sunday 2nd December 2012. Send 234 to
33685 to vote for Ukeme Boniface.
Thursday 29 November 2012
Messi, Ronaldo and Iniesta make FIFA Ballon d’Or final shortlist
Fifa and France Football have announced that Lionel Messi, Andres Iniesta and Cristiano Ronaldo are the remaining three candidates to win the 2012 Fifa Ballon d'Or. I don’t even know who go for because the three of them were absolutely outstanding in the year.
Happy Birthday Ryan Giggs and Timaya
Today, 29 November is
the birthday of two top celebrities – football star Ryan Giggs and Nigerian
music artiste Timaya. Giggs, a Welsh born footballer is a legendary Manchester
United footballer who is clocking 39 today. Timaya, the self-styled Egberi Papa
1 of Bayelsa was born on this date in 1977. CONNOISSEUR wishes them a
very happy birthday.
Renowned motivational speaker Zig ZIGLAR is dead
World renowned motivational speaker Zig Ziglar, who wrote more than 30
books died Wednesday in Texas .
He was 86. Ziglar, who had been suffering from pneumonia, died at a hospital in
the Dallas suburb of Plano , said his personal assistant, Jay
Hellwig. A memorial service is set for Saturday at Prestonwood Baptist Church .
May his soul R.I.P.
Photo: Ime ‘Bishop Umoh’ spotted with his fiancée at the premiere of ‘Okon Goes to School’
Popular
comedy actor, Ime ‘Bishop’ Umoh was recently spotted with his fiancée at the
premiere a new movie which he starred in ‘Okon Goes to School’ (a sequel to the
very successful ‘Okon Lagos’). The premiere which was done at Ozone Cinemas,
Yaba, Lagos had
in attendance A-list Nollywood actors. Ime who is known with very many names
like Okon, Cafenol, Bishop etc rocked the red carpet with his gorgeous fiancée.
Wednesday 28 November 2012
BOSS Summit set to raise new generation entrepreneurs
Net Link, Nigerian company with base in Akwa
Ibom is partnering with Amaecom Global to offer trainings on entrepreneurial
skills development for youths in the Niger Delta region. BOSS is poised to make
fresh ideas appear larger than life, and to guide them on the step by step
process towards turning it into a reality, and helping youths to rule their
world.
Tuesday 27 November 2012
Dear Kelly: The Nigerian music star who is breaking boundaries in South Africa
The article
below was earlier published on last week’s edition of Community Pulse on Sunday. Music star and former presenter of Muzik
Alive, Dear Kelly earlier in the year relocated to South Africa to take his musical
career to a new height. Check out the spotlight after the cut and a copy of the
Community Pulse on Sunday where he
was featured on the front page…
Photos: Popular TV star, Asteroid at NYSC camp
After his
recent completion of studies as a student of University
of Uyo where he bagged a bachelor’s
degree in Estate Management, popular TV presenter, Asteroid Bassey was posted
to Keffi, Nassarawa
State for his NYSC
program. As a swag-minded fellow, the Associate Editor of E101Magazine was a
shining star at the 3-week orientation camp as he won laurels for best parade
and also got elected as
Monday 26 November 2012
Happy birthday Don Jazzy and Christine Iyoho
Today, 26 November is the birthday of Don Jazzy. Born Michael
Collins Ajereh, he is a Nigerian Multi award-winning record producer,
singer-songwriter,
musician,
former CEO of Nigerian
record label Mo' Hits Records founded in 2004 and current
CEO of the Mavin Records label which he founded in May 2012 after his
split up with childhood friend and Mo'Hits partner, D'banj.
Sunday 25 November 2012
Iyanya's dancer, MC Galaxy won Davido's N500K birthday giveaway
My homeboy MC Galaxy won Davido’s N500,000 cash giveaway at
his birthday bash. It was Davido’s 20th birthday and the gig took
place at Deuces Club. MC Galaxy became a popular face when he featured
prominently in Iyanya’s ‘Kukere’ video with his Etighi dance steps. Congrats to
him.
Saturday 24 November 2012
Friday 23 November 2012
Popular OAP, Aniekeme Finbarr and fiancée to serve as Best Man and Chief Bridesmaid to JohnPaul and wife-to-be
Popular On-air-personality (OAP), Aniekeme Finbarr Esq and
fiancée simply known as Didi (both pictured above) are to serve as Best Man and Chief Bridesmaid
respectively to JohnPaul Ukpong a.k.a JP and his wife-to-be. CONNOISSEUR has it on good authority
that the Love FM Abuja presenter who dubs himself The Prime Minister of the
Airwaves was chosen for the ‘job’ because of his closeness with JP. A source
who is close to both JP and Finbarr said “JP and Finbarr are like 5&6.
Finbarr’s girl (referring to Didi) is also close both JP and his bride – Unyime
Nathaniel. It’s going to be fun”.
Wednesday 21 November 2012
Breaking: Rafael Benitez appointed as new Chelsea manager
Just in this evening, Chelsea FC has announced the arrival
of former Liverpool manager, Rafael Benitez as
the man to take charge of the club from now till next summer. The decision –
unpopular among many Chelsea
diehards – means Roman Abramovich has his ninth manager in nine years as owner.
Welcome to Stamford
Bridge , Mr. Rafa.
Chelsea Manager, Roberto Di Matteo sacked
After
Tuesday 20 November 2012
Happy birthday Davido and Nadia Buari
Today, 21
November is the birthday of Ghanaian Nollywood/Ghollywood actress, Nadia Buari.
Also, music prodigy, Davido who recently launched his debut album has clocked
20 today. Happy birthday to them.
Download: ‘Ima’ by Wizzy P
Born and
raised in Lagos ,
Akwa Ibom boy Friday Paul aka WIZZY P aka PRASEH is an upcoming Nigerian
artiste with a passion for music.
In 2011,
Wizzy P dropped a single "JUKOLOLO" which has been added as a bonus
below, was well received and got rave reviews. Now Wizzy is back with this
brand new single "IMMA" produced by MICON and is sure going to get
you singing along...download, enjoy, share and drop a comment after the cut...!!!!
Video: American songstress, Keri Hilson dances Etighi and Azonto
She was in Nigeria over the weekend for the ‘Face of Sofa’ 2012. Watch her dancing Etighi and Azonto in this video. Nice one!
OAP Etop Ikon loses mum
On-air-personality,
Etop Ikon of AKBC has lost his mother. The ‘Dial My Heart’ co-presenter took to
his facebook timeline to announce the loss. “Oh
my God, somebody help. Is this what n how it feels like to loose some one soooo
dear?.... FOLKS. I JUST LOST MY MUM”, he wrote. We pray God to grant him
the fortitude to bear this irreplaceable loss.
Happy birthday President Goodluck Jonathan
Today, 20th
November is the birthday of Goodluck Ebele Azikiwe Jonathan, GCFR, the 14th Head of State and
current President of Nigeria. We wish him a happy
birthday.
Happy birthday Charles Novia
Today is the birthday of movie
producer and director – Charles Novia who is also a music label owner. I wish
him a happy birthday.
Snoop Dogg wants to sign David Beckham
Snoop Dogg has indicated interest in buying shares at Celtic
FC and also try to sign England
football star, David Beckham for the Scottish club. Below is what he said:
I asked my man David about Celtic
and he was like, ‘Yeah, teams don’t come much bigger’.
I would try and sign him up for a
season but he is pretty happy over here. LA is home for him and his family now
– but I would have to at least make that offer to my boy.
We have lunch when we can, so next
time, you know, I am going to speak to him about it. Never say never.
Monday 19 November 2012
Mya K nominated alongside Tiwa Savage, 2face, others for NMVA 2012
Thursday 15 November 2012
‘Okon Goes to School’ to be screened nationwide today
The much
anticipated sequel to 'Okon Lagos' - 'Okon Goes to School' will be showing in
cinemas nationwide as from today, Friday 16th of November 2012! The movie was
written and produced by Uduak Isong Oguamanam, directed by Lancelot Oduwa
Imasuen and stars the very hilarious Ime Bishop Umoh. Can’t wait to watch it.
Veteran Nollywood actor, Pete Eneh is dead
Akwa Ibom’s Iniobong Ifet evicted from Gulder Ultimate Search 9 for failing blindfold puzzle
Akwa Ibom’s
Ifet Iniobong has been evicted from the on-going GUS 9. He was evicted after
failing a blindfold puzzle. Below is how his eviction took place:
Exclusive: 3 corpers caught having sex, expelled from camp
Three members of the Batch C National Youth Service Corp
(NYSC) serving in Ondo
State have been expelled
from the Orientation Camp in Ikare-Akoko after being caught having sex. CONNOISSEUR learnt authoritatively from
a source at the camp that the three corpers (names withheld) were having fun
last Saturday night while their colleagues were at the Welcome Party organized
to officially welcome them to the camp.
Wednesday 14 November 2012
Nigeria’s Youngest Editor and Icekyd pose with their PMAN Awards in new photos
The pictures above and below show
my humble self, Ifreke Nseowo, of course Nigeria’s Youngest Editor and music
star Icekyd – Otuekong Ikwo 1 posing
with our PMAN Award medals. We were given “Ambassador of Music” awards
yesterday by PMAN. Etubomg Rex Williams was given a legendary award, while
Mista Xto, Sir James and Godfada are some of the other recipients. Lets I
forget, my magazine, E-101 was awarded “Best Entertainment Magazine”. The medal
was received by our Fashion/Style Editor, Prince ‘Goldenchyld’ Simeon on behalf
the Board of Directors of the magazine. More pictures of me and Icekyd after
the cut….
Adams Oshiomhole appoints Patrick Obahiagbon Chief of Staff
After
being sworn-in to office on Monday for a second term, the Edo State Governor,
Comrade Adams Oshiomhole has appointed Hon. Patrick Obahiagbon as his new Chief
of Staff. Hmmm…this is another opportunity presented to him to exert his
grammatical prowess after failing to return to the National Assembly. It could
be recalled that of recent, Patrick has emceed most of the state functions,
including the Oshiomhole’s swearing in. I hope Osho will understand his usual
parlance. Congrats to him.
Tuesday 13 November 2012
Kwara State political godfather - Olusola Saraki is dead
I learnt the Senator of the Nigerian Second
Republic whose son is
also a serving senator of the federal republic is dead. He will be buried today
according to Islamic rites. May his soul R.I.P.
Photo of 27 year-old Miss Ebube Essien-Garricks who won MTN Aeroplane Wonder promo
Below is what was posted on MTNLoadedNG, the official
facebook page of the telecommunications giants:
We are delighted to announce that Miss Ebube Essien-Garricks, a 27 year
old student based in Port Harcourt , Rivers State ,
has emerged winner of the brand new Cessna 182T AEROPLANE in the MTN Ultimate
Wonder Promo which ended today!
When contacted on phone, Ebube said she would prefer the cash equivalent of N64 million. Lucky girl!
When contacted on phone, Ebube said she would prefer the cash equivalent of N64 million. Lucky girl!
Monday 12 November 2012
Happy birthday to 2face Idibia’s wife, Annie Macaulay
Today is
the birthday of Nollywood actress, producer and presenter – Annie Macaulay. She
is married to Africa ’s legendary music star,
2face Idibia and has a lovely daughter for him – Isabella. #MyConfession# I had
a crush on her 10 years ago or thereabout but she is now Mrs Idibia ooo, so no
go area. HBD Afianwe !
Rihanna goes nude on the cover of GQ Magazine
This is not a
new thing sha. She is known to be doing
this for different magazines. Nice cover though.
Happy birthday Yvonne Nelson
Today, 12th
November is the birthday of long-legged beautiful Ghanaian movie star, Yvonne
Nelson. Wish her more fruitful years ahead.
Frank Edwards, LYN lead nominations for Nigeria Gospel Music Awards
Multiple
award winning gospeller, Frank Edwards who is currently known as Nigeria ’s
Hottest Gospel Rock artiste is leading the pack of nominations for this year’s
edition of Nigeria Gospel Music Awards. Edwards
who plays several musical instruments and is a keyboardist
in Christ Embassy Church
racked up 6 nominations at the awards. Also leading the pack is ‘Jamboree’
crooner, MefLyN Mbom popularly known as LYN who has nominations in the ‘Best
Reggae’ and ‘Next Rated’ categories. Immediately the awards nominations were
out, the beautiful songstress was swift to solicit for support from friends and
fans. Check out LYN’s message and the nomination list after the cut…
Akwa Ibom indigenes in South Africa to hold first Cultural and Economic Summit
Indigenes of Akwa Ibom State
in South Africa will be
celebrating their first Akwa Ibom Cultural and Economic Summit at Education
Centre, National Botanical
Garden , 2 Cussonia Avenue Brummeria Pretoria , South
Africa on the 17th of November, 2012. The Governor, His Excellency, Godswill Akpabio, CON, and top
federal and state government officials and the global press as well as business,
academia, and social leaders are also expected at the occasion.
Sunday 11 November 2012
[Profile + Download] Akwa Ibom Boy by Shalom
When you
hear the Hebrew word shalom, what comes to your mind is the bible or the
English translation of the word “PEACE”…but here we are talking about none of
that! Shalom here, is one new breed of Nigerian musician, with an eclectic sound. Born, Titus Uwana Udofot on August 15th.
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