About The Onofiok Luke Legislative Internship Programme (TOLLIP)

 INTRODUCTION
The Onofiok Luke Legislative Internship Programme (TOLLIP) is a pioneer attempt at simplifying the workings of the legislature and drawing higher levels of public participation in and awareness about the legislature. This pioneer scheme which is to be powered by the Member Representing Nsit Ubium in the Akwa Ibom state House of Assembly, Hon. Barr. Onofiok Luke, will train the participants in areas like legislative drafting, debates, leadership development, oversight among others.
The legislative internship programme will serve as a platform for leadership training for the next generation and to prepare them for future leadership engagements.

Aniekeme Finbarr quits Bush House Nigeria

Finbarr

The three-year romance between the popular Prime minister of the airwaves, Aniekeme Finbarr and Bush House Nigeria has ended on a sour note.

Impeccable sources told Connoisseur that what started as a cold war between the duo of Finbarr and the CEO of Bush House, Michael Bush few months ago has now snowballed into a full blown crisis which saw to the exit of the youthful Finbarr from the Abuja corporate headquarters of the outfit, Monday.

Samuel Okwaraji: 23 years after

Former Nigerian football star, Samuel Okwaraji died on this day (August 12) in 1989. Today makes it 23 years since he collapsed and died of congestive heart failure in the 77th minute of a World Cup qualification match against Angola at the Lagos National Stadium in Surulere, Lagos State. We fondly remember him.

Usain Bolt says Ronaldo is better than Messi

The Jamaican born London 2012 100metres and 200metres gold medalist, Usain Bolt has said he considers Cristiano Ronaldo to be a better player than Lionel Messi. Read his comment after the cut…

Happy birthday to ace broadcasters – Michael Bush and Aitee Lawrence

Michael Bush

Today, August 12, is the birthday of ace broadcasters Pastor Michael Bush and Itoro Lawrence popularly known as Aitee Lawrence.

Pastor Bush who clocks 41 today is the CEO of WorldWinMedia, owners of BushHouse on Radio and TV, and News d’Or. He recently celebrated his nineteen years of active service as a broadcaster and 9 years of BushHouse Nigeria. His program, BushHouse Nigeria now runs on FRCN Radio network. 

State-of-Emergency declared worldwide by Oga Sir

Yea, yea, yea…the caption was to lure you to this post though it’s somewhat related to the story. Tony Eminue better known as Oga Sir, former Commissioner of Streez & Creekz, C-in-C Lyrical4ces a.k.a Ooboy has released the full State-of-Emergency mixtape. The mixtape contains 14 tracks with the likes of Illex (formerly Ill Rhymes), Dani Andi, The Cartel, O’giveR, Otyno and others featuring some of it. Just click on the download button to get it on your systems, phones etc because it’s actually free. 

Happy birthday to Jesse Jagz

Today, August 10 is the birthday of Jesse Garba Abaga popularly known as Jesse Jagz. He was born on this date in 1984. He is a rap artiste, producer and the older brother of M.I. Connoisseur wishes him a happy birthday.

Top celebrities honour www.wetinhappen.com publisher at 30

Celebrant showing off his 56pounds London 2012 Olympics jersey

I might be proven wrong, but it was undoubtedly the biggest celebrity birthday for the year so far. The Publisher of top online magazine www.wetinhappen.com, Mr. Aniekan Ekah on Wednesday, 08 August, 2012 clocked 30.  The event which was held at popular celebrity hangout 2^nd Baze had in attendance Marcel Oformata - MD Amaecom Global Limited, Ndueso Essien – S.A to Commissioner for Information, ace star artiste Mista Xto, Akwa Ibom State PMAN, members of E101 magazine Board of Directors, South Central Records, Double Dee of Justjojo Studio, Eddie Brendan, Di Kans, Zillions Dondada, Brandiny Ini, Godfada. My humble self, and of course, Nigeria’s Youngest Editor ever, Ifreke 'Connoisseur' Nseowo was there too. More pictures after the cut.

Photo: Omotola Ekeinde poses with kids

Lovely kids with their ever gorgeous mum.

Lyn, Dikans, CYX headline 2nd Akwa Ibom Industry Night

Gospel sensation MefLyn Mbom a.k.a Lyn, ‘Akwa Ibom Girl’ crooner CYX, and Dikans of ‘Global Singer’ fame are the headliners for the 2^nd edition of the Akwa Ibom State Entertainment Industry Night. Others billed for the bi-weekly event include Comedian Sir James, new kid on the block Indigenous MaliQ (Itikpeke), fast rising producer Otyno, Ice Kid, Emerald, Oga Sir, Mirobed, Tush, De Musk, Esem S, Fillings, Aniferaz etc.

Photo: Fadabasi goes spiritual

The picture above shows Fadabasi, the man who sang ‘Abasi Ayaya’ which was used for Diamond Bank TV and radio commercials in a spiritual mood. I’ve always known him to be a man who loves showing his spirituality especially when he wants to perform ‘Abasi Ayaya’ but this one pass every other one ooo…he looks like that baba for bush…lol…Nice photo shot though.

Photos of Nigeria’s Damiete Charles-Granville at the 2012 Miss World Competition

Damiete Charles-Granville is the beau representing Nigeria at the 2012 Miss World pageant taking place in Ordos, China. Check out some of her photos at the event below. Don’t forget to support her by voting at the Miss World website. 

Nike Oshinowo covers StyleMania Magazine

Nike Oshinowo, former Creative Director of the Miss Nigeria Pageant is the beau gracing the cover of the August edition of StyleMania. Nice one!

Photo: Gov. Akpabio and Sen. Udoedehe inside the ring with Samuel Peter

I actually found this picture when I was going through my pix archives and I decided to share it with you. The above picture was taken when Samuel Peter was crowned the WBC heavyweight Boxing Champion in Madison Square Garden, USA back in 2007. You can spot Godswill Akpabio, the Governor of Akwa Ibom State (2^nd from left) rejoicing with the ‘Nigerian Nightmare’ alongside his now political opponent John Udoedehe (right). That was when the going was good. I won’t be surprised if they become friends again tomorrow because in politics they say there is no permanent friend nor enemy but permanent interest.

Mista Xto’s car destroyed, laptop stolen

Mista Xto

The car of Mista Xto, the doyen of Akwa-Cross music was destroyed and his laptop and other items stolen from the vehicle. Check after the cut what he wrote on his Facebook page….

Uyo don step up o, it took a guy or guys less than 30min to vandalize my car and steal my laptop and other items in broad daylight at nwaniba oron road round abt. And they locked d car back for me. Na ibom science park dem tif so!

Publisher of www.wetinhappen.com turns 30 today

The publisher of www.wetinhappen.com - Aniekan James Ekah, an author, a Media Resource Person, Visionary Entrepreneur, IT Consultant, Online PR/Advert Specialist and Event Manager, is a native of Afaha Ube Itam, in Itu Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom state, Nigeria and he is marking his 30^th birthday today 8^th August 2012!

Aniekan is undoubtedly one of the numerous young people making Akwa Ibom proud through resilience and hardwork in their field of endeavors. This IT whiz-kid is an old student of Lutheran High School, Obot Idim, with a university background in Microbiology.

Video: Mish performs in SAGE World Cup in San Francisco

                     

Music star and ‘Akwa Ibom Ayaya’ crooner, Mish performed at the 2012 SAGE World Cup in San Francisco, CA, USA. The event which took place between 27th through 30^th of July, 2012 saw the fair-skinned dude wowing the audience at the last day of the competition. SAGE, an educational event with representatives from all parts of the world, saw Team Nigeria winning the world cup for two years in a row.

Mish performed ‘Love in sharing’, ‘Every Woman is Beautiful’ and the monster hit, ‘Akwa Ibom Ayaya’. Congrats to him and Team Nigeria. Click the play button to watch the clip.

Photo: Jamaica celebrates Usain Bolt’s feat

Jamaicans celebrate after watching Usain Bolt win the men's 100 metres final during the London 2012 Olympic Games, as they gather in Half Way Tree in Kingston August 5, 2012. Hundreds of Jamaicans who braved the wind and heavy rain to watch outdoor screenings of the Olympic 100 meters final on Sunday, erupted in wild celebration, blowing horns, banging pots and pans and waving flags, as their star sprinter Usain 'Lightning' Bolt retained his title.

Usain Bolt wins 100m Olympic gold

Usain Bolt on Sunday retained his 100 metres Olympic crown in sensational style by winning in 9.63 seconds at the ongoing London 2012 Olympics. The Jamaican superstar, 25, put on a show for his fans in London to hold off Yohan Blake and Justin Gatlin.  Bolt becomes only the second man in history to win back-to-back 100m Olympics titles. Congrats to him.

Keagan wins Big Brother Africa StarGame!

South African Housemate Keagan has won the Big Brother StarGame! After 91 long days in the house, the young lad has finally hit the jack pot. His journey started in Doenville with partner Lee who was evicted on the same night he was Upgraded to Upville.

Photo: Int’l gospel star, Aity Dennis-Inyang chilling with family

The songstress is spotted enjoying with her family in a picnic at Portland, Oregon. Lovely !

Darey welcomes baby No. 2

R & B singer, Darey Art-Alade is now a proud father of two. His wife, Deola was delivered of a bouncing baby girl on Friday morning at Queen Charlotte and Chelsea Hospital, UK. Congrats to him.

Psquare’s mum’s burial in pix

The burial of Late Mrs. Josephine Okoye, mother of pop duo Psquare took place on Thursday at Anambara State. Below are more pix….

Happy birthday to Uti Nwachukwu

Today, August 3, is the birthday of Uti Nwachukwu. The Delta State born compere, model, TV presenter and actor came in to limelight when he won Big Brother Africa reality TV show in 2010. He is the co-host of Jara, a popular Nollywood program on Africa Magic. Connoisseur wishes him a happy birthday.

Photo | BellaNaija

Hilarious Video: Golden Icons interview Mr. Ibu

                     

Comic act, John Okafor a.k.a Mr. Ibu was interviewed by Emma Emerson for Golden Icons. Trust him, he was at his best during the interview. He shows why he is one of the best comic acts around.

Photo: Psquare bury mom

Africa’s biggest pop duo, Psquare on Thursday, August 2, 2012 buried their late mother, Josephine Okoye. The lying state, burial mass and the burial ceremony took place in Anambra State. Peter, Paul, Jude Okoye, May D and the deceased’s husband, Mr. Okoye were all there to pay the departed soul  her last respect.  

Happy birthday to Vice President Namadi Sambo

Today, August 2, is the birthday of Namadi Sambo. He is the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Sambo was born on 2 August 1954 in Zaria, Kaduna State of Nigeria. In 1988 he was appointed Commissioner for Works, Transport and Housing, Kaduna. May 2007, saw Sambo assuming office of the Governor of Kaduna State, Nigeria.

Photo session with Jennifer Chukwurah – Winner of Uyo Model Search 2012

While we are still waiting for the official pictures of the Uyo Model Search 2012 which took place on 22^nd July, 2012 at Le’Meridien Hotel, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, we’ve laid our hands on the after-event photo session with the winner, Anambra-born Miss Jennifer Chukwurah. Other contestants later joined her in the shoot, alongside Mr. Ubong Ekanem, Owner/Creative Director of Kardynal Kommunicationz who are the organizers of the event. More photos after the cut….

Happy birthday to Kanu Nwankwo and Van Vicker

Kanu

Today, August 1^st is the birthday of Nigerian football legend, Kanu Nwankwo and Ghana movie star, Van Vicker. Kanu was born on 1 August 1976. He captained Nigerian’s Dream Team 1 to Olympic victory in Atlanta ’96. He was also a member of the Nigerian national team for 16 years from 1994 until 2010.

Faces at the child dedication of former NANS President - Ini Ememobong

Ini Ememobong

It was a crème-de-la-crème of people from all walks of life who thronged EEMJM, venue for the dedication of Miss Ekemini-Uloma Ini Ememobong, the first child of former President of National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Comrade Ini Ememobong. The date was Sunday, 29 July, 2012 and the Deputy Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Mr. Nsima Ekere led other dignitaries to event.