Okonjo Iweala accepts nomination to lead World Bank

Here is what she wrote on her Facebook status:

I am honored by my nomination and the support of multiple African Nations to make the World Bank more representative of the people it serves.

Nigerian Idol unveils top 3 contestants

Last weekend, she delivered a strong version of Alicia Keys’ song to the delight of the audience. She followed up her first performance with Rihanna’s ‘Umbrella’; dramatising her set with a well-choreographed dance routine. But Najite but failed to get enough votes from the audience to keep her in the competition. And the judges showed her the exit doors.

Fan favourite Mercy had emerged as the contestant with the highest vote, followed by the Stephen Onoche and Joe blue, the favourite male contestant.

So it’s now down to just three final contestants – Mercy, Stephen and Joe Blue! We can’t wait to find out who walks away with the big prize!

DONTOM, TIMAYA, PASTO GOODY GOODY FOR ICE KID DAD’S BURIAL

Pasto Goody Goody, Timaya, Don Tom

Ace music start, Ice Kid Banton is set to bury his day next week. The roll call of artistes to thrill at the Artistes Night which comes on Wednesday 28^th March, 2012 include Egberi Papa 1 of Bayelsa – Timaya, ‘I don See My wife’ crooner – Dontom, Mista Xto, Pasto Goody Goody, Sir Wilker and PMAN stars.

CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY: DJ DOLLIE POPMAN AND UDUAK ARK ASUQUO

Today (23^rd March) is the birthday of top Disc Jockey, Dollie Popman. Popman has been a force to reckon with in the entertainment industry for a long while now. He has controlled the wheels at AKBC Radio for years but currently works with the Director of Protocol to the Governor of Akwa Ibom State.

He is the official Deejay of the 9,300 now 9,999 choristers (for Akwa Ibom State Government Carol Night). He studied at the University of Calabar and is happily married with kids.

INCREDIBLE!!! BOLTON STAR, MUAMBA DIED AND RESURRECTED AFTER 78 MINUTES

Fabrice Muamba's consultant cardiologist, Dr Sam Mohiddin, has warned people not to expect the Bolton midfielder to make a rapid recovery.
Mohiddin admitted Muamba's progress had been extraordinary since he suffered a cardiac arrest at Tottenham on Saturday evening that meant he effectively died for 78 minutes after his heart stopped beating.
Muamba's recovery has left Bolton sufficiently uplifted to confirm Saturday's Premier League encounter with Blackburn at the Reebok Stadium will go ahead, as will the rescheduled FA Cup quarter-final with Spurs next Tuesday. However, it may be some time before Muamba completes a return to full health.

MONALISA CHINDA AND NSE IKPE ETIM END THEIR RIFT

It’s no more news that Nollywood actresses Monalisa Chinda and Nse Ikpe Etim don’t see eye-to-eye,after their fallout months back.But the news now is that they have decided to settle the differences they had and move on with their lives.

These 2 talented actresses were best of friends until late last year when they fell apart.

According to the gist then, Nse Etim was thrown out of Mona’s apartment where she has been squatting for some time over a matter that has to do with gossiping.

IME ‘BISHOP’ UMOH, SIR JAMES, LAST PROPHET STAR IN NEW AMAECOM COMMERCIAL

Nollywood star Ime ‘Bishop’ Umoh who has also been doing lots of Ibibio movies has starred in a new Amaecom Global Ltd commercial alongside Sir James who is the President of Comedians Int’l and Calabar-based comedian Last Prophet.

The new commercial which also stars the Sole Administrator of Performing Musicians and Employers Association of Nigeria (PMAN) in Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Jeremy Ekong will be aired on NTA network.

WIFE OF FORMER HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY SPEAKER NOW SELLS DRINKS IN MARKET

The wife of the former Speaker of Akwa Ibom State, Rt. Hon. Ignatius Edet is now selling drinks in a small shop in the outskirts of former Etuk Street Market.

Connoisseur.com captured her while at Nyong Street where she was trying to buy some drinks for her shop.

A source who knows her latest business divulged more when quizzed on the issue: “She has been coming around to buy some stuffs for her shop. Her shop is at Udo Ekpo Inyang Street by Enwe Street. It’s not as if she just comes around once in a while to see what is happening there. She buys and sells the goods herself. The other time, she came to buy only 10 cartons of Bullet, a new drink that has been enjoying massive patronage. In my opinion she should have bought up to 100 cartons to stock in her shop.

REVEALED: OBONGANWAN ATIM ATAKPO HAD DIED SINCE LAST YEAR

Obonganwan Atim Atakpo, a popular female monarch in Akwa Ibom State had died since early last year, Connoisseur.com scooped. We learnt that the woman’s death was hidden from public hear due to her status as a monarch.

She was a very popular monarch and politician in time past. She had Igwe Street renamed after her.

MR & MRS STARRING NSE IKPE BANKS IN N3 MILLION IN OPENING WEEK

News emerging from the box office is that the movie, Mr & Mrs is high demand as the movie has sold N3, 000, 000 at the cinema after a week of showing. The unassuming but firm Joseph Benjamin and the amiable screen idol Nse Ikpe Etim led the impressive roll call of the cast of the movie.

Popular music act, J Martins did the soundtracks for the much talked about movie. The artist who recently signed on to Now Music has never done a soundtrack for any movie before home or abroad. ‘I just couldn’t sleep after I saw the movie, I had to go downstairs and write something. The movie gripped my heart’ he said. This further lends credence to a movie that has been tipped to do very well by industry pundits at the cinema in terms of sales and huge patronage.

LATE MC LOPH'S FIANCEE GIVES BIRTH TO BABY BOY

News filtering in says late MC Loph’s fiancée , Nkiru, has been delivered of a bouncing baby boy.

Nkiru, who was pregnant at the time of her fiancé death delivered today Thursday,March 22,2012.

The family of the late rapper are said to be excited at the birth of baby.

ANIEKEME FINBARR SNEAKS OUT OF UYO, FINALLY TAKES UP APPOINTMENT AT BUSH HOUSE

Aniekeme Finbarr Ukpong, the self-styled Prime Minister of the Airwaves has sneaked out of Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital. He quietly flew off to Abuja to take up his appointment as the S.A on Programmes and Presentation at WorldWin Media, owners of BushHouse Nigeria.

Aniekeme Finbarr, it could be recalled shot in to fame with his great presentation skills and mastery of ‘Oyinbo’ language which made him a listeners’ delight at BushHouse.

PHOTOS: SAMUEL ETO’O’S WIFE SHOWS OFF BOOBS IN PUBLIC

Georgette, the CIV born wife of star footballer, Samuel Eto’o was recently captured sunbathing in France bare-breasted.

She has three kids for Eto’o and lives in France with the kids.

Click ‘Read More’ to check out the pix.Viewers' discretion is advised by Connoisseur.com.

MOSES ARMSTRONG’S WIFE SURVIVES AUTO CRASH

Rita Armstrong, the wife of movie star, Moses Armstrong was on Sunday involved an auto accident.

“My bluv friends pls pray 4 my family my wife just had an accident now n its serious she is bleeding badly”, wrote Armstrong on his Facebook status.

TOP AKWA IBOM ACTOR CAUGHT PANTS DOWN WITH UPCOMING ACTRESS

It was a thing of shame and embarrassment as this top Akwa Ibom born actor and producer was caught on Valentine’s Day getting it down with an upcoming actress inside an abandoned car outside a hotel in the Uyo city center.

We gathered from a source on the spot that the married actor who is one of the big boys when it comes to movies in the South-South is a married man with three kids and those who saw him were really shocked that he could not even have the decency to get a room in the hotel to carry out his activities but preferred to have a quick one with the young girl in an abandoned car.

10 HOTTEST BACHELORS IN AKWA IBOM STATE ACCORDING TO E-101MAGAZINE

If there was any other word than “hottest” that would have best describe these single guys, I would have used. They are hot in the strictest sense of the word. These are men who have distinguished themselves in their chosen endeavour. They have the cash to spend, they’ve got the fame, well connected in scheme of things within and outside the state and are ladies’ men any time and any day. But even with all these achievements, they, for some reasons best known to them have decided to remain single. There are many bachelors in the state who have the money and all other favourable conditions to become married men but IFREKE NSEOWO (Editor-in-Chief) dug deep and bring you the best amongst the hottest bachelors Akwa Ibom State have got at the moment.

Fadabasi: Fadabasi is one celebrity bachelor who is still single. He has been in the spotlight since 2006 when he dropped his monster hit- Abasi Ayaiya which was used for the F.C.M.B advert that went as far as CNN and played on-board international flights.

For the ladies who love a blonde dreaded fellow with broad shoulders and a six pack; then you have a diamond in the sky as the description is a lyrical picture of the pioneer rock act in Nigeria. Fadabasi who grew up in Lagos, studied Communication Arts in the University of Uyo then University of Cross River, worked in an oil company before retiring to pursue his music dream.

IME ‘BISHOP’ UMOH, MISTA XTO, SIR WILKER, OTHER ENTERTAINMENT TOPSHOTS COVERGE FOR…

Tomorrow, all roads will lead to Ikot Akpan No. 1, Nsit Ibom Local Government Area for the Performing Musicians and Employers Association of Nigeria (PMAN) Night of Concert in honour of Late Elder Archibong Job Udoh.

The late Elder of Qua Iboe Church is the father of the publisher of Connoisseur.com and Nigeria’s youngest editor ever, Ifreke Nseowo.

PHOTO: GENEVIEVE NNAJI’S BROTHER GRADUATES FROM UK UNIVERSITY

Today, legendary Nollywood actress, Genevieve Nnaji posted photographs of her brother’s graduation from a UK university.

PAUL EKPO RESIGNS FROM GOV. AKPABIO’S CABINET

Mr. Paul Ekpo, the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs in Akwa Ibom State has resigned from his position.

Connoisseur.com learnt exclusively that the Etinan born politician resigned from Gov. Akpabio’s cabinet to contest for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Chairmanship position in Akwa Ibom State.

He resigned from his appointment today and we have spoken to some of his colleagues who confirmed this to us.

EBONY MAGAZINE CORRECTS CONTROVERSIAL D’BANJ INTERVIEW

After the infamous article with D’banj stirred mega controversy in the Nigerian entertainment world, Ebony Magazine have gone ahead to correct the controversial statements allegedly made by the Mo’Hits boss.

Ebony had published an interview with D’banj on March 12, 2012 where he talked about breaking into the US market, signing up and working with G.O.O.D Music but what stood out in the 500-plus word interview was the entertainer suggesting full ownership of the Mo’Hits label and also claiming the responsibility of signing the label’s acts including Kay Switch, Dr. SID, Wande Coal, D’Prince and Don Jazzy himself.

WHY I WENT ON AWOL FROM NOLLYWOOD – OBEY ETUK

For lovers of television drama, Super Story, a particular episode, No Pain, No Gain remains a blockbuster as they would never forget the scintillating performance of the central female character, Sandra.

In real life, however, the face behind the Sandra character is Obey Etuk, a graduate of Theatre Arts from Imo State University. But after her odyssey with the Wale Adenuga's production and a couple of other movies, Etuk vanished from the screen.

We can authoritatively inform you that the talented thespian is back with a full force in Nollywood, to continue from where she stopped.

PHOTO: DIDIER DROGBA GAY?

  

This a photograph showing Didier Drogba and Chelsea boss, Roberto Di Matteo kissing after Chelsea won Napoli in a Champions League game on Wednesday. Hmmm...What does this suggest? 14 years imprisonment in Naija. Abi?

GOV.AKPABIO SPLASHES MILLIONS ON INI EDO AND EMEM ISONG

The premiere of I’LL Take My Chances,the wave making film co-produced by Ini Edo-Ehiagwina and Emem Isong is regarded as the best star studded movie premiere ever hosted in the industry.

However, not everybody is aware of the secret behind the success.

Going by the information gathered from insiders,Akwa-Ibom State Governor,Obong Godswill Akpabio is said to be the pillar behind the premieres of the movie that took place first in Uyo,the State capital last year which coincided with the State’s 24th year anniversary and the one that took place in Lagos a few weeks ago.

ARMSTRONG, IME BISHOP UMOH, INI EDO AND NSE IKPE ETIM STAR IN EMEM ISONG’S NEW MOVIE

Royal Arts Academy which is owned by Emem Isong has released a new Ibibio flick, Idomo. From the the jacket of the movie, this movie seems to be another blockbuster.

It stars Akwa Ibom born Nollywood actors – Ini Edo, Nse Ikpe-Etim, Ime Umoh a.k.a Bishop and Moses Armstrong.

OKON LAGOS ACTOR, IME BISHOP UMOH FEATURES IN MISH’S PRE-ALBUM RELEASE PHOTO SHOOT

Okon Lagos lead actor, Ime ‘Bishop’ Umoh whose profile has been on a steady rise in the movie industry featured in the pre-album release photo session of ‘Akwa Ibom Ayaya’ crooner, Mish

I think he exclaimed the now famous slang ‘Iya mmi’ during the shoot as I can see from his body expression.

Mish, whose single ‘Akwa Ibom Ayaya’ has become a street anthem embarked on photo shoot along with some mind-blowing sexy ladies.

INTERVIEW: I CAN'T WAIT TO HAVE MY OWN KIDS - INI EDO

Sexy screen goddess Ini Edo stormed Nollywood over a decade ago. The Theatre Arts graduate has continued to soar higher in fame. Only recently, the pretty diva delved into movie production and already her second flick I Will Take My Chances is been applauded by industry watchers and fans alike. In this interview with MERCY MICHAEL, the actress opened up on the new flick, marriage, scandal and passion among other things:

THE premiere of I Will Take My Chances has come and gone. What is the possibility of its success when it finally hits the cinema?

I am hopeful to God that it will succeed because it is a beautiful work. We are taking all the chances that we can get and hopeful that it will work.

INYANYA STORMS UNIUYO TOMORROW WITH M.I, ICE PRINCE, DAVIDO, TIWA SAVAGE AND OTHER TOP STARS

Project Fame West Africa’s first ever winner Iyanya Mbuk will tomorrow, Saturday be in Uyo for his campus music tour ‘IYANYA AND FRIENDS’ as part of plans to release his second album.

The show is expected to hold at Onyema Ogochukwu Hall, University of Uyo. He is currently in Unical for the same tour.

REVEALED: ACTOR MOSES ARMSTRONG WAS CHASED FROM LAGOS

Connoisseur.com has learnt that Akwa Ibom born movie star, Moses Armstrong was pursued from the Lagos Chapter of Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) because of his questionable characters.

This hint was dropped by the current Chairman of Uyo chapter of the guild, Mr. Sony Ebong. Ebong in a brief but revealing chat with Connoisseur.com said Moses has been an unscrupulous element in the guild.

ABOUT ACTOR KANAYO O. KANAYO’S INCESSANT VISITS TO AKWA IBOM

Billionaires Club star actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo has been frequenting Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital in recent times. The main purpose of his incessant trips to the town has not been ascertained.

He was heavily present at both the Traditional Marriage and Wedding ceremonies of Mfon Akpabio, sister to Sir Emem Akpabio who works in Shell (both relatives to Gov. Akpabio).

HAS JAVIS GONE MORIBUND?

Edu Offong

Javis, which was the happening club in Akwa Ibom few months ago seems to have gone moribund. A visit to the place shows that there is no activity taking place there.

A report had reached Connoisseur.com last year that the club was heading to becoming moribund because of the managerial ineptitude of a certain Edu Offong who was the manager.