New music: D’Brown – Ima Mmi

D’Brown, a young talent from South-South Nigeria releases a new single called Ima Mmi (My Love). Download the song below.

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El Mafrex, Iyanya, Ice Prince nominated for Future Awards 2013 + See full list

It’s the list the continent has been waiting for! After a full year receiving nominations from across Africa, the Central Working Committee (CWC) of The Future Awards Africa has today released the Nominees List for 2013.The list – of five nominees each – is released for 15 categories.

Team Egor Efiok @ Fascinating Nigeria: Arrival and event photos

The CEO of E4 PR, Egor Efiok was last week invited to the presidential villa for the launch of 1st Time Nigeria's Creative Industry Brand called ''FASCINATING NIGERIA'' and she took a team of celebrity friends with her. Obi Emelonye, Charles Novia, Patience Ozokwor, Enyinna Nwigwe, Susan Peters, Oge Okoye, Igoni Archibong, Eva Alordiah (rapper), Chuma X Ajufo, Moses Efret, Victor Akande (Nation Paper), Venita Akpofure (aka model Vee Vee), Yvonne Nwosu, Emdee David, Ola Mustapha were part of her team. Below are the pictures from their arrival to the main event…

Photos: Victor Attah, Frank Okon spotted at Bishop Ekuwem’s Vatican Installation

Most Rev. Dr. Joseph Effiong Ekuwem was last week installed as the new Metropolitan Arcbishop of Calabar. Those who went to witness his ordination at Vatican by the Catholic Pope included Ex-governor Victor Attah, Frank Okon, Lady Valerie Ebe, Emmanuel Ekpenyong etc. More photos after the cut…

WWW.WETINHAPPEN.BLOGSPOT.COM announces the Wetinhappen Magazine Service Excellence Awards 2013

WETINHAPPEN MAGAZINE – www.wetinhappen.blogspot.com – Nigeria’s Exclusive Online Celebrity/Lifestyle/Entertainment News  magazine has announced the Wetinhappen Magazine Service Excellence Awards 2013.

The Wetinhappen Magazine Service Excellence Awards is the most prestigious recognition of Excellence in leadership and public service. It rewards the creative achievements and contributions of leaders that have led to a more effective and responsive transformation approach across Akwa Ibom State.

E4 PR boss, Egor Efiok reacts to Actress Susan Peters’ alleged misbehavior at Presidential Villa

Click HERE to read the story where Actress Susan Peters purportedly embarrassed her self at Fascinating Nigeria held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, last week. E4 PR CEO, Egor Efiok a.k.a Boss Lady was invited to the event by the presidency and she decided to go there with some of her Nollywood friends including Susan and Oge Okoye. Below is Egor’s press statement reacting to the story….

Red carpet photos from Kardynal Style Selection

The maiden edition of Kardynal Style Selection took place last Sunday at Monty Suites, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. It had in attendance fashionable people from all walks of life in attendance as high profile models strutted the runway and awards were given to ‘selected’ deserving individuals, brands and media. As I promised earlier, below are some of the event’s red carpet photos…

Happy birthday to me

Yes…my name is Ifreke Nseowo…I am from Akwa Ibom…I am….years old….*winks*. I do this for many people on this blog so why won’t I do it for my self? Charity begins from yourself. #July3 is my birthday and I’m actually feeling ecstatic. I thank God for all the successes in my 5 years in the media. God bless all my friends and fans. Much love.

Iyanya lived in my house for 4 years- ‘Limpopo’ crooner KCee

It was indeed a night that will not be forgotten in a hurry, when entertainment big names gathered to project the new Calabar music kid- Real Pee Ajaba. Iyanya’s rise to stardom still remains a surprise to many who knew him in Calabar, from being a karaoke singer in Calabar, before going for MTN Project Fame. Now he is among the most sought after Nigerian musician, and he just concluded a tour of the UK and USA.

[COMING SOON] First ever Calabar focused blog www.eyencalabar.com

Welcome to paradise…Welcome to Canaan… Welcome to Calabar- Destination Cross River. Welcome to Calabar- Africa’s most peaceful city. That’s is the warm welcome you should expect on arrival in the city, or at the first ever Calabar focused blog-www.eyencalabar.com an online magazine which showcases the best of Efik culture, traditional marriages, Music, Menu, Movies, Media, Personalities, Fashion, and Events.

Why you should Vote Eve Esin for City People Award

The ethics of the journalism profession does not allow for one-sidedness and bias reports, but I think I can break the rules for super actress Eve Esin and point it out to you that she deserves the City People Award for Best Supporting Actress. Before you continue reading this story to know the reasons, just pause, pick your other phone, and text EVE ESIN to 33121 (I know you are a Nigerian and you have two phones or more (in FELA’s voice).

Meet Egor Efiok: The Woman that took Gov. Akpabio to Hollywood

Governor Akpabio’s support for entertainment and entertainers is no more news to those who have been following the news closely, the most recent being his redemption of his N50 million pledge to the Zik Zulu led Nollywood Association of movie stars, a grant we hope they use well.

In November 2012, Egor single handedly nominated Governor Godswill Akpabio for the revered HOLLYWWOD WEEKLY AWARDS, which guaranteed an automatic appearance in Hollywood Weekly Magazine, are you surprised?…here’s the gist- On a cover starring legendary Quincy Jones and Nick Canon after 2012 America’s Got Talent show, there goes Governor Godswill Obot Akpabio (CON) on the cover of a Hollywood Weekly Magazine, with inside pages carry his profile, and the on-going uncommon transformation agenda unfolding in Akwa Ibom, also stating his nomination for the prestigious award, in acknowledgement and appreciation of his support for Nollywood and Entertainment in Nigeria.

Photo: Mikel Obi looking at a lady’s butt while on interview session

Omo see Gobe *in Davido’s voice*. Yes, that is John Mikel Obi, looking at a lady’s backside as he was interviewed while on international duty with Nigeria at the just concluded Confederations Cup. If he didn’t play well at the tournament I would have thought that’s what caused his poor display. Lol.

Kardynal Style Selection: List of winners

Kardynal Style Selection, a directional awards and fashion event organized to spotlight and develop the fashion industry and recognize Nigerian arbiters of style took place at Monty Suites, Edet Akpan Avenue, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State last Sunday. Few individuals, media and brands who have been outstanding in the area fashion and style were honoured on the evening. Below is the full list of winners. www.connoisseurNG.com will bring you the red carpet and the main event photos in subsequent posts.

BET Awards 2013: Complete Winners List

The 2013 edition of BET Awards took place at Los Angeles' Nokia Theatre on Sunday night (June 30). Below is the full list of winners.
Best Female R&B/Pop Artist
WINNER: Rihanna
» Beyoncé
» Tamar Braxton
» Alicia Keys
» Elle Varner

Photos: Ime Bishop Umoh, Victor Osuagwu star in new movie ‘Akpabioism

‘Akpabioism’ stars Victor Osuagwu and Ime Bishop Umoh. It was shot in several locations in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. The movie is bankrolled by an NGO, Akpabio Centre for Leadership Development a.k.a Akpabioism. It is directed by Moses Eskor (DGN)…Below are more shots from the set of the movie…

2479ja.tv is 1year Tomorrow…Unveils brand Ambassadors, Live Studio + Launch Andriod/Blackberry Apps

One of Nigeria’s frontline online television station and live event streaming service provider, 2479Ja.tv tomorrow July 2^nd 2013, mark its 1year anniversary. As part of activities to celebrate this feat, the brand will be officially unveiling its brand ambassadors to the public and as well as launch its mobile applications for Android and Blackberry users. At the time, the live studio will commence its first shooting to roll out operations. 2479Ja.tv will afford people with information on-the-go and entertainment at their convenience. Moreso, it provides a platform for independent producers to air their productions to a wide audience via mobile phones.

Burial pictures of slain Uniuyo student, Kingsley Udoette

The remains of Kingsley Udoette who died as a result of complications from bullet wounds in the Uniuyo June 12 riot  was buried at his hometown, Ika LGA penultimate Saturday. Former students’ leader and activist, Barr. Onofiok Luke who is now a House of Assembly Member in Akwa Ibom State was at the mortuary to assist. Below are the pictures of the sad event. 

Senators' salaries and allowances in Nigeria

This is outrageous. Yet some people who are hardworking will not earn a senator’s one month salary in their entire working life. I see why some people would go extra miles to kill just to get into political offices…See the breakdown below…

Gov. Akpabio redeems 50 million Naira pledge to Nollywood

Governor Godswill Akpabio of Akwa Ibom State had earlier in the year pledged to donate N50m to Nollywood. It was on the occasion of the celebration of Nollywood at 20. Today, Mr. Zik Zulu Okafaro, National President, Association of Movie Producers led few Nollywood practitioners to Government House, Uyo on a courtesy call where the generous governor redeemed his pledge. I can spot Stephanie Okereke. Another photo after the cut…

UNIUYO Riot: Names and personal details of 45 arrested persons

www.CONNOISSEURng.com has scooped the list of 45 persons arrested by police during and after the University of Uyo uprising where property worth millions of Naira were lost and one student shot dead. All but 2 of those arrested are students. They have been transferred from police cell to Uyo prison and have been charged to court on a 5 count charge including arson, murder, malicious damage and stealing. Akwa Ibom State Chief Judge, Justice Idongesit Ntem Isua is the presiding judge. Below is the list of those arrested.