Photo: Beyonce shows off private part again

Each time it’s always her. Beyonce doing this shows irresponsibility on her own part and lacks decency. Very obscene to come from a nursing mother.

Funke Akindele set to wed

Funke Akindele of the ‘Return of Jenifa’ fame is set to wed. Connoisseur.com learnt that May 26 is billed for the family-traditional introduction while the wedding proper is expected to take place in a yet-to-be fixed date in December. 

Congrats to her in advance.

Human Rights Abuse By Expatriates In Akwa Ibom Must Stop - CLO

Emaeyak Bassey Edem

Background: The Civil Liberties Organization (CLO), Akwa Ibom State branch herein observes that nationals of some of the foreign firms handling major construction jobs in the state, have been involved in the dehumanization of Nigerians in their employ. The CLO calls for the investigation, prosecution of the culprits, and the compensation of victims.
Chapter IV of the Nigerian Constitution as amended identifies rights it considers fundamental, and which must be respected at all times. For the avoidance of doubt, sections 33 to 43 of the Constitution describe those rights while Chapter II of the same constitution describes the Fundamental Objectives and Directive Principles of State Policy, including economic, social and cultural rights of the people. Government owes its citizens the duty of protecting them.
Section 12(1) states that: “the Federal Republic of Nigeria shall be based on the principles of democracy and social justice.” In sub-section 2, it states thus: “it is hereby, accordingly, declared that:- … (b) the security and welfare of the people shall be the primary purpose of government.” This lays the basis for the basic purpose of government in Nigeria.

Akwa Ibom kick boxer macheted to death while training

His name is Alexander Joseph, popularly known as 'Ibom' and he was macheted and shot dead while he was training at the Uyo Township stadium in Akwa Ibom on the morning of May 12th 2012.

Eyewitnesses said the popular kick boxer was attacked by five men around 9.30 in the morning as he got ready to start training. They used the matchete on him, then shot him point blank in the face.

Ibom was Akwa Ibom's medal hopeful for the 2012 National Sports Festival which will hold in Lagos later this year. The police are investigating his death. Sad! May he rest in peace.

                                                                                                                                     
                                                                                                                                   Culled from Lindaikeji

Day Community Pulse publisher wept; consoled by Gov. Akpabio

Uko Umoh, arguably the most influential newspaper publisher in Akwa Ibom State last week, couldn’t control his emotions as he saw his late mom, Late (Dr.) Lucy Eboh, a university don being lowered in to the great beyond.

But the revered CEO of Community Pulse group of newspapers who is also known as Uko Biafra was however condoled by the executive governor of Akwa Ibom State who visited him two days after the burial to commiserate with the family.

Connoisseur.com brings pictures from the burial and the condolence visit by the multiple award-winning governor. Click read more for view more photos....

UNILAG Vice Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde dead

The Vice Chancellor of the University of Lagos, Professor Adetokunbo Babatunde Sofoluwe died in the morning of Saturday, May 12, 2012 at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH).

Connoisseur.com learnt that the 62-year-old was in a counsel meeting on Friday when he had a cardiac arrest and was rushed to the hospital but he however gave up the ghost in the wee hours of Saturday. 

May his ‘academic’ soul rest in peace. 

2face Idibia, Tiwa Savage, Waje, D’banj, Wizkid, others headline Star Trek 2012

Gideon Okeke - MC

Nigerian Breweries PLC recenly revealed that top entertainers including 2face Idibia, Tiwa Savage, Waje, D’banj, Wizkid, Obesere, Flavour, 9ice and other top entertainers are headlined for this year’s edition of Star Trek.

Titled ‘Nigeria Rocks‘, this year’s edition of the nation-wide concert will run from May 25 to June 23. Organisers say cities to be covered include Ibadan, Makurdi, Ilesha, Lagos, and Sapele. Others are Awka, Abakaliki, Uyo and Calabar.

 Below are more pix from the gig where the entertainers balled and signed the contract....

Ini Edo debunks pregnancy rumour

Star actress, Ini Edo has debunked rumours making the rounds that she is pregnant. A Lagos-based soft-sell magazine last week carried the story that the actress was probably pregnant.

This news was rabidly republished by several online publishers, who seemed to think they could make the actress pregnant just by saying so. Alas, the actress put paid to these speculations through a statement issued on her website, which reads as follows:

Fast rising music star, Oga Sir releases two new singles

Oga Sir, the Nigerian South-South Representer, former Commissioner of Streetz and Creekz; the C-in-C, Lyrical4ces, a.k.a OOBOY today 11^th May, 2012 released two fresh singles, 'Harder' Ft O'giveR and 'I Get Money' from his much anticipated mixtape - STATE OF EMERGENCY

70-year-old virgin says she’s finally ready for love

The 2005 film “The 40-Year-Old Virgin,” grossed nearly $200 million worldwide based on the premise of a man who went without sex into midlife. But one real-life woman has managed to stay a virgin up to her 70th birthday.

That could be about to change. “Now’s the time. I’m ready to take the plunge for the right bloke,” Pam Shaw tells the Sun.”My standards are still very high, though. I’m hoping to bag a tall, dark and handsome millionaire.”

Shaw says she doesn’t believe in sex before marriage and has been too busy with her career as a cabaret dance to settle down. “I feel I am ready to give marriage a go and maybe go to bed with a man,” she said. “You are never too old for anything. Just look at Joan Collins.”

Funke Akindele wins two ZUMA Awards

Star actress, Funke Akindele, on Wednesday won two awards at the Zuma Film Festival in Abuja. She received a nomination for her role in the Tunde Kelani movie, MAAMi. Her movie, The Return of Jenifa was also nominated for the Highest Box Office Award.

Big congratulations to her.

Robert Nesta Marley: 31 years after !

Robert Nesta Marley better known as Bob Marley died on this date - 11 May.

Marley remains the most widely known and revered performer of reggae music. He is believed to be the Third World's first pop superstar.

He died at Cedars of Lebanon Hospital in Miami (now University of Miami Hospital) on the morning of 11 May 1981, at the age of 36. The spread of melanoma to his lungs and brain caused his death.

Though he is dead, he still lives through his music.

Didier Drogba Stars in Music Video for Julia Channel's Song 'Forever in a Day'

Didier Drogba doesn't want to wait in vain for her love. But for about four minutes, it looked like he would end up doing just that. The Chelsea star appears in the music video for Julia Channel's debut single, Forever in a Day.

The video features recurring shots of an unidentified man standing atop a set of stars. 

He keeps checking his watch, presumably wondering if his date will show up. But we never see his face. Meanwhile, Channel's does her thing -- walking, singing and ignoring the throngs of people trying to impress her with their dance skills. 

Photos: Gov. Akpabio wins Silverbird TV Man of the Year

Governor Godswill Akpabio of Akwa Ibom continued on his impressive record as the most decorated and award-winning governor (I stand to be corrected) when he was co-crowned the Silverbird TV Man of the Year alongside billionnaire, Aliko Dangote.

The event which took place in Lagos state had in attendance top dignitaries across the country, including former military president -  General Muhammadu Buhari, Central Bank Governor – Lamido Sanusi, former Interim Head of State – Ernest Shonekan, and General Danjuma.

Chief Akpabio has won several awards for himself in his 5 years of stay as the executive governor of Akwa Ibom State. Some of the awards include The SUN Man of the Year, E-101 Magazine Entertainment Industry Man of the Year, City People Award etc.

Below are more photos from the event...

Miss Cross River, Isabella Ayuk Wins MBGN 2012

Miss Cross River, Isabella Ayuk has emerged the winner of 2012 Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria (MBGN).

Isabella beat 31 other contestants short-listed for final 32 to compete for the crown at the ceremony held in Benin City the Edo State capital.

She will represent Nigeria in the Miss World competition holding later this year. She has now taken over reign as the Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria from 2011 winner, Sylvia Nduka.

Don Jazzy signs Tiwa Savage, launches new label

Michael Collins popularly called Don Jazzy took to micro blog Twitter to announce his new record label Mavin in the early hours of May 6, 2012.

Jazzy, who suffered a ‘broken marriage’ with his Mo-Hit partner D’banj some months ago has broken his silence with an obvious effort to prove his competence to music lovers.

And here’s the coup: a Tiwa Savage signing. The gifted songwriter cum singer will now join Wande Coal, Dr SID, D’Prince to call Mavin home.

TB Joshua denies Prophesy concerning the UCL and Chelsea’s victory

The Synagogue Church of Nations, church of Pastor TB Joshua, has released a statement denying that Pastor TB Joshua gave a prophesy concerning the UCL and Chelsea’s victory. Below is the message:

ATTENTION FOOTBALL FANS: TB JOSHUA AND UEFA CHAMPIONSHIPS

Greetings in Jesus’ name,
There have been several rumours circulating that Prophet T.B. Joshua prophesied the outcome of the UEFA Championship.

This message is to set the record straight:
Prophet TB Joshua did not prophesy concerning the upcoming UEFA Championship.
Prophet TB Joshua did not prophesy concerning which team would win the UEFA Championship.
Prophet TB Joshua did not prophesy concerning who should play or who should not play in the Championship game.

2face Idibia marries Annie Macaulay in court

2face Idibia has spoken for the first time since exchanging wedding vows with Annie Macaulay. And it was via microblogging site, Twitter where he confirmed that he has tied the knot with his long-time girlfriend and fiancée Annie Macaulay after a secret wedding on Wednesday, May 2, 2012.

The pop icon took to his Twitter account to confirm the news which had been going around for days, ‘Hello beautiful pple of the republic! It is true! It is official! Annie and I r legally married! Thanx 4 your support and best wishes’, @real2faceidibia tweeted.

Rashidi Yekini buried, team mates eulogise him in death

The late Nigerian prolific striker, Rashidi Yekini, was on Saturday eulogised by his team mates and football fans as he was buried, saying he would be remembered for his great contributions to football.

Mutiu Adepoju, a former team mate and Manager of 3SC of Ibadan, said Yekini  would be remembered for so many good things, especially for his football exploits.

``Yekini is the one and only great man and player who has done Nigeria proud on many occasions when he was playing. I wish him eternal rest,’’ he said.

Adepoju added that he saw Yekini three weeks ago without any sign of illness or fatigue.

``I saw him about three weeks ago and he didn't look sick, though we didn’t see at close distance but he looked healthy,’’ Adepoju said.