Video: How Jay Jay Okocha disgraced Oliver Khan in the pitch

                         

This happened in 1993 in a match between Eintracht Frankfurt and KSC 1993. An absolutely brilliant one from one of the best dribblers ever to have played the round leather game.

Psquare’s private jet is not theirs

Psquare’s publicist, Bayo Adetu has debunked media reports that the duo have acquired a private jet.

Find after the cut what he said on the issue while being live on air at Peace FM Ghana…

“Concerning the private jet, I think it’s been added to P-Square’s entourage because we have a deal with a private jet company, so I mean whenever P-Square has any official show, they are entitled to travel with the private jet anytime any day”.

Photo: Italy’s Mario Balotteli is really working hard!

I guess the erratic forward is really working hard. Sounds sarcastical, right? The boy is a very funny human being. His teammates are working extra hard, he is lying there watching them suffer. Boy, mbok no mind them. LOL !

Happy birthday to UEFA President Michel Platini and Nollywood actor Ernest Obi

Michel Platini

Today, June 21 is the birthday of UEFA President, Michel Platini and Nollywood actor/director, Ernest Obi.

Michel François Platini was born on 21 June 1955. He is a former French football player and manager, and the president of the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) since 2007.

Today is World Music Day !

Today, June 21, is observed world wide as the Fête de la Musique, also known as World Music Day. World Music Day is a day on which the world celebrates the magical gift of music.

I don’t know how boring the world would have been without music. In commemoration of this day, I urge everyone to log in to music sites such as Spinlet.com, iTunes and others to buy songs or download them free in other websites or better still, buy music albums.

Connoisseur.com wishes everyone a music-filled day!

Photo: Didier Drogba poses in his new club, Shanghai Shenhua’s jersey

The Chelsea legend has signed for Chinese Club, Shanghai Shenshua in a two-and-a-half eyar deal.

Former Chelsea striker Didier Drogba has signed with Chinese club Shanghai Shenhua on a two-and-a-half year deal.

Timaya “Upgrade(s)”, releases 4th album June 25

Of the truth, Timaya has upgraded big time. I have listened to some of the jamz off his soon-to-be-released 4^th album “Upgrade” and I’m like wow. I personally like “Bom Bom” and “Sexy Ladies” which I consider as club bangers.

Upgrade, a 14 tracker album features VEC (Vector), Terry G and the relatively unknown Attitude. The album will be officially released on June 25, 2012. Keep a date.

Meanwhile, you can download two of the tracks off the album below (Malo Nogede ft Terry G and Illuminati).

Happy birthday to Chelsea midfielder, Frank Lampard

Today, June 20, is the birthday of Chelsea FC Vice Captain, Frank James Lampard. He is considered one of the best midfielders of his generation. On May 19, 2012 he led Chelsea FC to their first UEFA Champions League success as he jointly lifted the trophy alongside Captain John Terry.

Frank Lampard Jnr. narrowly missed Euro 2012 after suffering an injury. Connoisseur.com wishes Frankie a happy birthday as he turns 34 today.

Local Government Chairman in Akwa Ibom dies after being shot by irate youths

Hon. Okpo Ekere, the transition chairman of Mbo Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom, a state in Nigeria has died one month after being shot irate youths.

He died on Tuesday after failing to survive the complications from the wounds he suffered from the attack.

He was shot and matcheted on May 20, 2012 while trying to settle an inter-community dispute.

May his soul rest in Peace.

BBA Stargame update: Zimbabwe’s Housemates Maneta & Roki Disqualified!

Zimbabwe’s Starmates Maneta and Roki have been disqualified from the StarGame for contravening the Big Brother house rules.

The two had a fight earlier on during which Roki poured water on Maneta’s head and she apparently poured cleaning fluid on his face thus inflicting harm on him meaning that both face the axe from the game.

Biggie gathered all housemates in the lounge where he read a brief to them. He said that he had warned the two in vain, Biggie also reminded Maneta that she at one time threatened to stab fellow countryman Roki. A decision to disqualify the two Zimbabweans was reached at and Biggie announced that both had been disqualified and therefore they were to pack their bags immediately.

Why Diamette Charles is representing Nigeria at Miss World 2012 instead of Isabella Ayuk

L-R: Isabella, Diamette

Silverbird Group, the organizers of Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria have issued a statement on why Diamette Charles, the 1^st runner up at the 2012 MBGN will be representing Nigeria at the Miss World beauty pageant instead of the eventual winner Isabella Ayuk.

Read the statement signed by Silverbird Group Vice President Guy Murray Bruce after the cut….

Happy birthday Charly Boy !

Today June 19 is the birthday of controversial Nigerian entertainer, Charly Boy. He was born some 61 years ago.

Charly Boy - born Charles Chukwuemeka Oputa (also spelt Charlie Boy and known as CB, His Royal Punkness, and Area Fada) - is a Nigerian singer/songwriter, television presenter, publisher, producer and one of Nigeria's most controversial entertainers, best known for his maverick lifestyle, biker style, political views, and his television productions, most notably The Charly Boy Show. Formerly president of the Performing Musicians Association of Nigeria, he is now an Idol Series judge.

Chelsea break Champions League trophy handle, 3 staff suspended

This is funny. Is it because they haven’t won it before or what? It’s funny and embarrassing as well. If about 400 staff of Chelsea want to hold the trophy and take pictures, tell me why it won’t it break? Read after the cut what Dailymail wrote:

“I definitely drink garri”, Nadia Buari corrects D’banj’s Oliver twist lyrics

D’banj said in his Oliver Twist hit track that he likes Nadia Buari “but she no dey drink garri” [She does not drink garri].

But the beautiful Ghanaian actress in an interview with Emma Emerson of Golden Icons TV, Nadia Buari stated that she definitely drinks garri.

Players of Nigerian Premier League side, Akwa United embark on strike

The players of Nigerian premier league side, Akwa United are currently on strike because of the non-payment of 100% sign on fees (20% from last season, 80% from this season). The strike began last Saturday, a day after the players received their May 2012 salary.

Barclays Premier League 2012/13 fixtures released

Manchester City - 2011/2012 champions

Below are the fixtures for the 2012/13 Barclays Premier League season as released by the English FA. Champions Manchester City will start the campaign against Southampton at Eastlands, Chelsea play away to Wigan, Arsenal plays Sunderland at Emirates while Manchester United travel to Merseyside to face Everton.
Check the full fixtures after the cut.

Father’s Day: President Obama says being a father is the hardest job

Today, Sunday June 17, 2012 is celebrated worldwide as Father’s Day. The President of the United States of America, Mr. Barack Obama is a proud father of two. Here is what he had to say about fatherhood: “My hardest but always my most rewarding job.”

I certainly agree with him. Happy Father’s Day to him and other Fathers across the world from Connoisseur.com.

Nigeria’s oldest radio program, ‘Something to Remember’ returns to airwaves on Sunday

Aniekpeno Mkpanang

I’m not really sure whether it is the oldest, but it is surely one of the oldest existing Radio programs in the history of Nigeria. Though it has been off air because its presenter, Mr. Aniekpeno Mkpanang is now the Director of Protocol to the government of Akwa Ibom State, ‘Something to Remember’ recently clocked 28 and in the spirit of the program’s anniversary, the workaholic presenter who is known in some quarters as “Mr. Perfectionist” will be on hand to do what he knows how to do best.

So, “Something to Remember” will be aired on AKBC Radio, located in the frequency modulated band of 90.5Mhz by 7pm today, Sunday 17 June, 2012.

More photos from Chelsea ace, Mikel Obi’s visit to Nigerian governor, Godswill Akpabio

I promised to bring you more and clearer pictures of the Chelsea’s midfielder visit to Akwa Ibom, a state in Nigeria where he hooked up with the Governor, Godswill Akpabio.

See another pix after the cut. 

Cat & Mouse starring Chelsea Eze, Ime Bishop Umoh, Ada Ameh to be released soon

Cat & Mouse is a movie produced by Morris Sesay and directed by Tom Robson. It features Morris Sesay (Spellbound) , Chelsea Eze (Silent Scandals), Ada Ameh (Phone Swap) and Ime Bishop Umoh (Okon Lagos). It is currently in post production and it should be released later this year.
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David & Ella’s marriage can least be described as a peaceful one as both of them go for each other’s throats at any opportunity they get. Though they fight incessantly, they still harbor feelings for each other. However, these feelings get threatened when Greg, Ella’s ex-boyfriend shows up out of the blues.

2face and wife, Annie Macaulay attend Halima Abubakar’s birthday

2face’s African Queen, Annie Macaulay is very close to her Nollywood colleague, Halima Abubakar and I’m sure she was the one that dragged the legendary music act to Halima’s birthday penultimate Saturday.

Find more pictures after the cut.

Lagbaja’s dad is dead !

Lagbaja

This is no breaking news because it happened since Saturday, 9 June, 2012. Deacon D.A. Olugunde, the father of mask-wearing music ace, Lagbaja is dead. He died in Illorin, Kwara State at the age of 83.

Connoisseur.com prays God to give his iconic son the fortitude to bear the loss. Adieu Pa Olugunde. See the pix of the deceased after the cut. 

Lionel Messi confirms girlfriend’s pregnancy, says he wants a boy

We had reported it here on Connoisseur.com that Lionel Messi’s girlfriend, Antonella Roccuzzo is pregnant for the diminutive Barcelona football star.

Now, the 24year old Argentine legend has proven our story factual by confirming the pregnancy and however said he wants a boy.

"I think it will be a boy. We did not want to say anything because we never talk about our private life”.

Hope the presumed boy will not be short like him but will play football better than his dad. Lol. Congrats to him.

Boko Haram bomb 3 churches in Kaduna

3 churches have been bombed by men of Islamic sect, Boko Haram in Kaduna State Sunday morning. The bomb attack took place at Christ Catholic Church (Sabo), ECWA (Wusasa, Zaria), and Shalom Church, Trikania.

So far, about 10 people are reported dead in the multiple bomb attacks.

(Story still developing)

Funke Akindele, Kanu, Banky W, and Yaw become Nigeria’s Olympic torch bearers

Funke Akindele

Recently married actress, Funke Akindele will alongside EME boss, Banky W, soccer star Kanu Nwankwo and Yaw of Wazobia FM light Nigeria’s torch at the forthcoming Olympic Games on July 1.

Congrats to them.

Photo: Chelsea star, Mikel Obi visits Nigerian governor, Godswill Akpabio

After winning the UEFA Champions League and FA Cup double, and thereafter being snubbed by Coach Stephen Keshi for the AFCON and World Cup qualifiers, Mikel Obi is enjoying his holidays as he has been visiting some top governors of Nigeria. He was recently hosted alongside kidnapped and released Christian Obodo by Delta State governor, Emmanuel Uduaghan.

The picture above shows him presenting his Chelsea shirt to the governor of Akwa Ibom State, Chief Godswill Akpabio. Connoisseur.com will bring you a clearer picture because the one above was taken from BB. 

See the picture of Mikel with Gov. Uduaghan after the cut.  

Niger Delta Advancement Awards 2012: Photos of Mish, Family Man, Rockyfeller Nsudo, AJE, and others who made the nomination list (Part 1)

Bunox Communications Ltd and Juvenis, the organizers of Niger Delta Advancement Awards have released the list of nominees for the 2012 edition of the award. The 6^th edition of the award has drawn nominations from the 9 states that make up the Niger Delta Region. Connoisseur.com will be bringing you photos of the nominees in parts. We are doing it in alphabetical order and we start with letter ‘A’, with Akwa Ibom taking the centre stage. Nominees from other states will follow in subsequent parts. Find after the cut, the faces of the nominees from Akwa Ibom…

Faouk Lawan surrenders to police + Video of how he asked House of Reps to remove Femi Otedola’s companies from Probe Report

                      

Farouk Lawan, the embattled Chairman of the fuel subsidy probe panel in the House of Representatives, yesterday surrendered himself to police for interrogation over the $620,000 bribe he had confessed to receiving from an oil marketer, Femi Otedola. He was interrogated by the Acting Inspector General of Police, Mohammed Abubakar, and three other Police Commissioners including the head of the IG’s Special Task Force, CP Ali Ahmaduon.

Mr. Lawan arrived at the office of the police Special Task Force at the Louis Edet House Force headquarters about 4pm, in company of Boniface Emenalo, the clerk of his committee and five lawyers. He was detained briefly before he was taken to the interrogation room where detectives quizzed him for several hours.

According to reports, Mr. Lawan was detained at the Police Headquarters till late Thursday evening.

Meanwhile, this revealing video below shows the moment where Mr. Lawan recommended to the House of Representatives that two of Mr. Otedola’s companies – Synopsis Enterprises Limited and Zenon Petroluem and Gas Limited be removed from the list of companies indicted by the committee for receiving forex from the Central Bank of Nigeria but failed to bring in the fuel.

Manchester City defender Kolo Toure weds in Abidjan

Kolo and Chimene

Manchester City’s defender Kolo Toure got married to long-time fiancée and mother of his two children Chimène Akassou on Thursday in the Ivory Coast commercial capital Abidjan, in a ceremony that attracted distinguished personalities from the world of politics and sports.

The wedding took place at a mosque and will continue on Saturday where the couple will sign their marriage documents at a registry.

Dontom features Akon in new hit, releases album tomorrow

Arguably the biggest music act in the Francophone countries, Putuputu crooner, Dontom has featured Konvict Music boss, Akon in a new song entitled “Flexing Dollar”. The smash hit is one of the tracks in his new album titled “The Revolution”.

Meanwhile, the fair-skinned Nigerian music act will officially release the 16-tracker album in an album party at Monty Suites, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, tomorrow, Friday, 15^th June, 2012.