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BN Bytes: Nollywood Actress Chika Ike’s Sizzling 2012 Calendar

Adeola Adeyemo — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 19:07:37 +0000

Nollywood actress Chika Ike… is at it again! After her 2011 calendar caused a stir online, she has stepped up the ante for 2012. From Barbie doll to sexy diva, Chika aims to thrill… Check on it!

Straight from the Headlines! What Everyone was Talking About This Week

Adeola Adeyemo — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 19:00:28 +0000

News about the activities of dreaded Islamic sect, Boko Haram…, hasn’t ceased to crowd our newspaper headlines. Deadly blasts initiated by the sect rocked the Army and Airforce Barracks in Kaduna early this week causing extensive damage and killing

PEPSI Cheerleader Uniform for Copa Lagos 2011 Competition winner Maureen Maduadichie picks up her N250,000 prize!

Damilare Aiki — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:44:01 +0000

Maureen .O. Maduadichie On Monday 28th November 2011, BellaNaija.com launched the Pepsi Copa Lagos Cheerleader Uniform Competition… where the winner was promised the opportunity to design the first ever Pepsi Copa Lagos Cheerleaders uniform and a N250,000 prize. BN received

M-Net 53 Extra Host Marcy Dolapo Oni makes her African TV series acting debut on the New Season of Jacob’s Cross

Glory Edozien — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:16:41 +0000

We are excited to exclusively confirm that Marcy Dolapo Oni from M-Net’s 53 Extra will be making her African TV series acting debut on M-Net’s hit drama – Jacob’s Cross…. While we were introduced to her as a TV presenter,

BN Hot Topic: For or Against the Death Penalty?

Adeola Adeyemo — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:34:21 +0000

The sentence passed recently on Major Hamza Al-Mustapha, the Chief Security Officer to the late General Sani Abacha, for the murder of a pro-democracy activist, Mrs. Kudirat Abiola… has again sparked up several debates on the death penalty. Al-Mustapha

Make This Valentine’s Day Special with a Luxury Basket from MiraBelle Luxury Gifts

Damilare Aiki — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:05:40 +0000

This Valentine Season 2012 just got better as MiraBelle Luxury Gifts… has created the perfect gift packages for him and her. There are 2 different options for the gents to choose from for the special woman in their life and

Tunde Kelani’s “MAAMi” starring Funke Akindele, Wole Ojo & Tamilore Kuboye Now in Cinemas across Nigeria

BellaNaija.com — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:49:23 +0000

On Friday 3rd February 2012, Tunde Kelani of Mainframe Film and Television Productions rolled out his new movie “MAAMi…” into cinemas in Nigeria. Over the last few months, the film has gathered accolades at screenings and festivals, now

Glam Up for Valentine’s Day as Sleek Hair presents the “Red Reception Special Offer”

Damilare Aiki — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:10:06 +0000

In February 2012, Nigerian Ladies get ready to glam up your hairstyle as Sleek Studio presents the “Red Reception Special Offer…” – where you will get 50% off all weaves and hair extensions from now until Wednesday 15th February

BN Bytes: TV Personality Efe Tommy Robbed

BellaNaija.com — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:55:43 +0000

The rate of crime in Nigeria is still climbing as we hear constant reports regarding robberies and other crimes. On Wednesday 8th of February 2012, TV Personality Efe Tommy… (Real Name – Efemena Adabamu) was leaving a bank in Ogba,

BN Bytes: TolumiDE to premiere “For Me” video on BET’s 106 & Park Valentine’s Love Special

Damilare Aiki — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:05:55 +0000

Recently, Nigerian singing sensation Bez premiered his much anticipated video for “That Stupid Song” featuring Praiz on BET’s 106 & Park and now Washington DC based soulful afro-pop singer and songwriter – TolumiDE …will debut the video for her song

BN Exclusive: Banky W, Wizkid, L-Tido and Bon’Eye present “Shuga” – The title track of the MTV Base TV Series “Shuga: Love, Sex, Money”

BellaNaija.com — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 09:51:44 +0000

Wizkid Shuga: Love, Sex, Money is a TV series and multimedia campaign designed to promote messages about safe sex and tolerance to African youth with the aim of changing their attitudes to risky sexual behaviours. The song “Shuga…”

Miss Universe 2011 Leila Lopes smoulders on the February/March 2012 cover of New African Woman Magazine

BellaNaija.com — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 09:16:12 +0000

The new issue of New African Woman Magazine features a double cover with Miss Universe 2011 Leila Lopes on one of the covers and South African fashion mogul Dr.Precious Moloi-Motsepe… on the second cover. This issue is action packed with

Events This Weekend: The Valentine 2012 Edition

BellaNaija.com — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:05:30 +0000

Yippee! The weekend is only a day away. Good Morning and Happy Thursday. We at BN… are really happy to see you on this gorgeous, bright and sunny day. As you all know it is that day of the week when

Introducing “Colour Me Pretty”! The Pre-Fall 2013 Collection by Alali Boutique

Damilare Aiki — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:01:01 +0000

When creative director - Oroma Cookey-Gam of budding new fashion brand – Alali Boutique …was chosen as a finalist for the 2011 MTN Lagos Fashion & Design Week ”Young Designer of the Year”, she showcased some of her best and

A New Era for the Nigerian Creative Industry! View Photos from “For the Love of Arts” Event at the Civic Centre

Damilare Aiki — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:59:03 +0000

On Wednesday 21st of December 2011, close friends & families of Adenrele Sonariwo & Damilola Amolegbe… gathered at the coveted Civic Center, Lagos to introduce their vision for the first solely Arts University in Nigeria – The Modern Day School of

BN Travel: Gorgeous Views, Fantastic Adventure & Good Times – Ijeoma Ndekwu’s Six Fabulous Days in South Africa!

Ijeoma Ndekwu — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 08:05:34 +0000

A few weeks ago I was in South Africa on a trip sponsored by South African Tourism. As promised in my earlier post, here is the report on the trip and a few pictures that ought to get you planning…

Behind the Scenes on the video set of D’banj’s Smash Hit “Oliver Twist” – Watch Now!

BellaNaija.com — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 20:31:15 +0000

Afrobeats UK just sent us the behind the scenes video from the set D’banj‘s smash hit – “Oliver Twist“. The video is directed by ‘Sesan…. This video seems to have it all – celebrity cameos, crazy

6 Words and Cold Turkey

Glory Edozien — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:59:08 +0000

“You’re deceiving yourself Glory. There’s no step by step with guys like this, it has to be surgical. You cut him off, like a bad appendix. Pull him out, like a rotten tooth. Turn away and don’t look back.…”-

BN Bargains: Giveaways, Discounts & More

Damilare Aiki — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:16:53 +0000

Good Morning Nigeria! Yes, it’s another bright and sunny Wednesday and we at BellaNaija.com… – Africa’s pace setter for all things Entertainment, Fashion, Lifestyle, Music and more are really glad to see you all here once again in this special

MTN Project Fame West Africa Season 4 Flashback – Contestants cover Nigerian Hits from 9ice, Bracket, P-Square & More!

BellaNaija.com — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 07:41:53 +0000

We are back with our lookback at the most recent season of the hit reality TV music talent show – MTN Project Fame West Africa…. The crop of contestants this season displayed discipline, resilience and their talent definitely shone