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Nollywood Star Genevieve Nnaji Relocates Parents To New Lekki House

2013-05-25T15:05:00.000-07:00

Nollwood Star actress, Genevieve Nnaji She has just moved them from Egbeda, Lekki, Lagos.

Both parents are in late 60s according to sources close to the family; they were full of excitement about the move.

House in Lekki

Genevieve, according to the source had in recent time found it challenging to check on her parents due to distance, besides, she felt her dad who could hardly walk due to old age on his own would be closer to her and receive adequate medical care. On few occasions that she has visited, fans, especially boisterous school children had swarmed her.

Genny and her Dad

Since the relocation, her mum, who has been a very active member and President of the Catholic Women’s Association Wing of the St. Louis Cathedral, Egbeda, has not been regular in the church though a family source said she has completed her tenure as the President and a fresh election brought in a new President. The mother now attends a church close to their Lekki home. The family now lives together as one and that really makes Genevieve happy.”

Until the movement the family has stayed the better part of their lives in Egbeda. Checks revealed that Genevieve actually started her career from 11, Olugbede Street, Egbeda, where she lived with her parents in one of the apartments in a four block of flats. As soon as she started having a rising profile, earned fatter cheques, and endorsements, she moved them to another place also in Egbeda six years ago. When her fame grew bigger, she relocated them to another spacious and expansive apartment, situated in a block of nine flats in 7/9 Aderibigbe Sokunbi Street, Egbeda.

When we visited the last apartment, the Nnaji’s former neighbours described the Nnajis as peaceful, loving and elderly neighbours “We will miss Genevieve’s parents for their love to all, they are very peaceful, their children too. Though the husband is always indoors due to old age, his wife cares a lot for him. We will miss the star presence that Genevieve brings to the neighbourhood each time she visits”.Awwwwwwwwwwwwww thatsso sweet f her God bless her more and more IJN AMEN....

NEW MUSIC-LOZI - BUMCHI

2013-05-25T14:52:00.000-07:00

Ola Omotayo.. Also Known as Lozi. He is known for the hit anthem you don't know that took his school by surprise..he is currently studying economics at bells university Ota..He is out with his official second single titled Bumchi. Bumchi is definitely set to move you..

ALTERNATE LINK: http://www.hulkshare.com/exam3w00uccg

PHOTOS-Why do men do this to Amber Rose?

2013-05-25T14:02:00.003-07:00

So during the Billboard music awards,Amber and Wiz walked the red carpet AND finally they have a cute babyboy together...

Even this sexy lady licks her head..

Irina Shayk, looks stunning in sexy black dress!

2013-05-24T14:20:00.001-07:00

Irina Shayk, looked stunning on the red carpet at the Cannes film festival in France

BET AWARDS 2013 FULL NOMINEES LIST

2013-05-24T04:21:00.002-07:00

Nigerian superstars; 2face Idibia and Ice Prince Zamani have been nominated in the 'Best International Act: Africa' category of the 2013 BET Awards. Now in its 12th edition, this year's event will take place at the Nokia Theater in Los Angeles on 30th June.
FULL LIST OF NOMINEES
1) BEST FEMALE R&B POP ARTIST
Beyoncé
Tamar Braxton
Alicia Keys
Rihanna
Elle Varner

2) BEST MALE R&B POP/ARTIST
Chris Brown
Bruno Mars
Miguel
Justin Timberlake
Usher

3) BEST GROUP
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
Mary Mary
Mindless Behavior
Slaughterhouse
The Throne (Kanye West & Jay-Z)

4) BEST COLLABORATION
2 Chainz f/ Drake – No Lie
A$AP Rocky f/ Drake, 2 Chainz and Kendrick Lamar – "Problems"
French Montana f/ Rick Ross, Drake and Lil Wayne – "Pop That"
Kendrick Lamar f/ Drake – "Poetic Justice"
Justin Timberlake f/ Jay-Z – "Suit & Tie"
Kanye West f/ Big Sean, Pusha T and 2 Chainz – "Mercy"

5) BEST MALE HIP HOP ARTIST
2 Chainz
A$AP Rocky
Drake
Future
Kendrick Lamar

6) BEST FEMALE HIP HOP ARTIST
Azealia Banks
Eve
Nicki Minaj
Rasheeda
Rye Rye

7) VIDEO OF THE YEAR
2 Chainz f/ Drake – "No Lie"
A$AP Rocky f/ Drake, 2 Chainz and Kendrick Lamar – "Problems"
Drake – "Started From The Bottom"
Drake f/ Lil Wayne – "HYFR"
Kendrick Lamar f/ Drake – "Poetic Justice"
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis f/ Wanz – "Thrift Shop"
Miguel – "Adorn"
Rihanna – "Diamonds"
Justin Timberlake f/ Jay-Z – "Suit & Tie"
Kanye West f/ Big Sean, Pusha T and 2 Chainz – "Mercy"

8) VIDEO DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR
A$AP Rocky & Sam Lecca
Benny Boom
Director X
Dre Films
Hype Williams

9) BEST NEW ARTISTE
Azealia Banks
Joey Bada$$
Kendrick Lamar
Trinidad Jame$
The Weeknd

10) BEST GOSPEL ARTIST
Deitrick Haddon
Lecrae
Tamela Mann
Mary Mary
Marvin Sapp

11) BEST ACTRESS
Angela Bassett
Halle Berry
Taraji P. Henson
Gabrielle Union
Kerry Washington

12) BEST ACTOR
Don Cheadle
Common
Jamie Foxx
Samuel L. Jackson
Denzel Washington

13) YOUNGSTARS AWARD
Gabrielle Douglas
Jacob Latimore
Keke Palmer
Jaden Smith
Quvenzhané Wallis

14) BEST MOVIE
Beasts of the Southern Wild
Django Unchained
Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap
Sparkle
Think Like A Man

15) SUBWAY SPORTSWOMAN OF THE YEAR
Gabrielle Douglas
Brittney Griner
Candace Parker
Serena Williams
Venus Williams

16) SUBWAY SPORTSMAN OF THE YEAR
Victor Cruz
Kevin Durant
Robert Griffin III
LeBron James
Ray Lewis

17) COCA-COLA VIEWERS' CHOICE AWARD
A$AP Rocky f/ Drake, 2 Chainz and Kendrick Lamar – "Problems"
Drake – "Started From The Bottom"
Kendrick Lamar – "Swimming Pools (Drank)"
Miguel – "Adorn"
Rihanna – "Diamonds"
Justin Timberlake f/ Jay-Z – "Suit & Tie"

18) CENTRIC AWARD
Tamar Braxton – "Love and War"
Fantasia – "Lose To Win"
Miguel – "Adorn"
Nas – "Daughters"
Charlie Wilson – "My Love Is All I Have"

19) BEST INTERNATIONAL ACT: AFRICA
2Face Idibia (Nigeria)
Toya Delazy (South Africa)
Donald (South Africa)
Ice Prince (Nigeria)
R2Bees (Ghana)
Radio and Weasel (Uganda)

20) BEST INTERNATIONAL ACT: UK
Marsha Ambrosius
Estelle
Labrinth
Rita Ora
Emeli Sandé
Wiley

THE REAL HOUSEWIVES REALITY SERIES TO PREMIERE IN LAGOS

2013-05-24T04:06:00.003-07:00

Popular American reality TV-series, 'The Real Housewives', just like other franchised reality shows has made its way to Nigeria and it will première in few weeks time .

The Nigerian version of the one-hour reality television series which xrays the lives of affluent housewives and professional women in the suburban/urban parts of American cities would be sponsored by the NBC.

The participants have not been unveiled but the series is expected to feature eight ladies who reside and work in Nigeria.

Genevieve Nnaji spotted with Solange knowles and Naomi Campbell

2013-05-23T17:19:00.002-07:00

Genevieve is pictured above with Beyonce's sister,Solange knowles and Naomi campbell

SPOTTED-Khloe Kardashian In stripy dress

2013-05-23T17:13:00.001-07:00

Stunning..HOT OR MISS

This Children’s Day with Jumia.com Make a difference

2013-05-23T17:02:00.000-07:00

As the world gets ready to mark yet another Children’s Day, your number 1 online retailer, Jumia.com has introduced a charity give-back initiative using its social media platform. “In celebrating this year’s children’s day, we at Jumia in addition to other onsite initiatives will be giving back to the less privileged children in the society using our Facebook and Twitter pages. This is an initiative that will require the support of our friends on social media, how?

It starts with a like or follow on Facebook and Twitter respectively. We are very grateful to our friends who have supported the cause so far; as we speak we have already raised N5, 877 in the first day. ”, this was according to Opeyemi Adetomiwa, community manager at Jumia.com. All it takes is for every ‘like’ on the Jumia Facebook and ‘follow’ on their Twitter pages, N1 will be donated to a charity on children’s day. SO, all you need do to put a smile on the face of that needy child this Children’s Day is to ‘like’, ‘follow’ and ‘share’ with your own friends, it’s that simple. Click here to start ‘liking’, you could be the reason for that kids smile. Jumia.com.ng is the leading and most trafficked e-commerce company in Nigeria, according to globally renowned web information service Alexa.com. Our website enjoys about 70,000 unique visitors daily, making us 5th most viewed local content site in Nigeria, Jumia.com.ng sells a broad range of products including fashion, consumer electronics and home appliances, mobile devices, books, baby’s toys and gifts, fragrances, beauty products, games, event tickets;

For more information, visit www.jumia.com.ng .

Who rocked it better- Christina Milian or Lily

2013-05-23T15:17:00.000-07:00

Who rocked it better...Singer, and host of The Voice Christina Milian, and reality star from Shah's of Sunset, Lily recently wore the same $187 Celeb Boutique Carly Dress.

Christina styled her frock with a statement piece necklace, and $38 Sam Edelman Marina Pumps. While Lily an her over the top hair, went with black Louboutins, styled with a leopard clutch bag.

New Music: Daviski - Jogede

2013-05-23T14:37:00.000-07:00

Brand New single From Daviski. Daviski debuts his first single into the Nigerian Market, This is currently enjoying airplay in radio stations and clubs Nation Wide, so i decided to share this track with you, its always great to see Naija Upcoming Acts making waves in the industry.

http://www.hulkshare.com/g9zce1r5xbsw

The MAVIN Queen Tiwa Savage set to host album listening party

2013-05-23T13:58:00.000-07:00

Tiwa Savage's highly anticipated debut album, Once Upon A Time, will drop in June. Her exclusive album listening party will hold this Sunday May 26th at Wheat Baker in Ikoyi

EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS: WACONZY TOURS 10 EUROPEAN COUNTRIES IN 2WEEKS WITH HIS NEW ALBUM “MBG”

2013-05-23T13:23:00.002-07:00

“The Music biz is alotta hardwork. Sometimes it gets 2hard & frustrating.
10 Countries in 12 days. approximately 1 country per
day.#MBG<https://twitter.com/search?q=%23MBG&src=hash>EU tour”
Waconzy quotes via his twitter handle…

Check out pictures of Waconzy’s Money back guarantee European tour.
Countries covered include Holland, Norway, Switzerland, Spain, Denmark,
Germany, Austria, Italy, Sweden and France. just in case you don’t know,
Waconzy has a very large fan base in Europe little wonder all the events
were sold out.

@Waconzy is presently on a Nigerian Tour after which he would start his US
tour. Club on Fire remix with American singer Truth Hurts dropping online
soon.

Waconzy - Money Back Guarantee album now in stores worldwide also available
on itunes

"COUNTDOWN TO MR. UNIVERSE NIGERIA 2013 GRAND FINALE"

2013-05-23T12:32:00.001-07:00

Mr. Universe Nigeria Contest Season2 (http://www.mruniversenigeriapageant.com), the biggest contemporary showcase in Nigeria for selecting ‘super talents’ who will spread their wings in the fashion & entertainment industry, will see 36 of Nigeria’s sexiest and intelligent men from the 6 geographical locations of the country competing.

Th grand Finale event is billed for the prestigious SCINTILLA EVENTS PLACE, on Saturday 1 The Blue Carpet Event is scheduled to start by With performances from GT' D Guiterman, Korede Bello, JoeBlue(Idols), Nina davids, D'Light, Temisan, G-Slim, Monica Oga (Project Fame), Ella ([Project Fame), tholu Rowland, V6, NS Ben, Babeeboi, etc, it certainly promises to be a night of glitz, glamour and panache.

The event would also see ripping the runway some of Nigeria's top models in an exclusive pre-pageant fashion extravaganza by Designers including: Chuks Collins, Fortress and YeroseLane.

Tickets For the epoch event is available and selling.

Regular - #3,000,

VIP - #10, 000

VVIP - #100, 000 ( Champagne Table For 8)

For More Info, Ticketing/Reservation, Please Contact: 08133466916, 08096265901

www.mruniversenigeriapageant.com

This Years Event is exclusively sponsored by: Scintilla, Citilodge, Trans-Audio and Qhue Concepts.

With Support From: TrendWatchTV, Reel Radio, Superscreen, NTA, TVC, StartTimes, Tanamont Nig. Limited, D' Grooming House, Ville D Ettiney, Caspertainment, Brendance & Crusader, Isis Models, Claud events & Decor,

MR. ANAMBRA UNIVERSE 2013

2013-05-23T12:06:00.002-07:00

The MR. ANAMBRA UNIVERSE is a new entrant into the Nigerian pageant industry. An event aimed at discovering, grooming and moulding talents for all areas of life, the FREE REGISTRATION event is billed for June 21st in the city of Awka.

To be hosted by the enigmatic Denrele Edun, billed to headline performance are artistes including: Lynxxx, Gt D' Guiterman, Korede Bello, Joe Blue(Idols) and a host of others.

Audition for selecting the final 21 contestants is scheduled for 2nd June 2013.

The winner of Mr. Anambra Universe 2013 would win a brand new toyota Corola hatchback,

an opportunity to represent Anambra at the 2014 Mr. Universe Nigeria pageant

A start up fund to set up any business of choice

a modelling contract with a reputable agency in Lagos

One year wardrobe provision PLUS lots of other consolation prizes.

registration is still going on.

For more information about participation, support, partnership or sponsorship, please contact:

08035774117, 08023043195

www.mranambra.com

Nigeria's Next Top Designer-It is a talent hunt show Coming Soon

2013-05-22T21:08:00.001-07:00

Africa Fashion week London, the biggest African inspired fashion event in the UK
The growing of fad and attraction for African inspired designs globally and the level of creativity displayed by Nigerian designers at the 2012 edition of AFWL, provides ample inspiration for the emergence of Nigeria’s Next Top Designer, NNTD.

It is a talent hunt show, aimed at promoting African inspired designs from Nigeria and fostering the promotion and development of aspiring Nigerian designers on the world stage.

A magnificent platform for emerging designers, it is a reality show of a special kind, aimed at bringing together various fashion designers from across the country to showcase the richness of the Nigerian fashion Culture and fabrics.

The project will provide overall management for the distinguished designers, help them develop their skills through our various workshops and trainings.

NNTD will in still pride in Nigerian fashion designs, promote the creativity of our talented designers, and celebrate the diversity of the Nigerian fashion culture and its collective contribution to the fashion industry. It will pave the way for the expansion of Nigerian designers into the global fashion industry, through our international partners. After eons of deliberating and pondering on how to go about the project, a branded vision has now been conceptualized.

The global fashion market has seen a remarkable growth in African inspired designs. Looking around us today, majority of mainstream designers have adopted the new African urban look in their designs. Common and well known designs include the popular Ankara used mostly by Nigerians, which is now finely crafted in unique and jaw dropping styles.

In this ever growing attraction for African inspired designs, Nigeria’s Next Top Designer arrives on the scene.
NNTD will be a 13 week reality show which will include an audition for designers across the country. The competition will be open to aspiring, emerging, existing and new designers. It will be a cutting-edge competition that aims to find the best emerging designer in Nigeria. Participants will include fashion designers, textile designers, accessory designers, footwear and handbag designers, jewellers and milliners.

There will be designers representing the cultural fashion scene from all parts of Nigeria. A pool of 1000 new/emerging designers will be auditioned across the country. They will then be whittled down to 36 eventually by a panel of judges made up of fashion experts. The successful applicants will take part in various tasks to display their creativity. They will be groomed and mentored by our in house guest judges.
First the emerging designers will work in groups under the supervision of mentors and then as individuals to display their creativity in making fashion items. They will then be trained on how to turn their creative ideas into self sustenance.

The winner goes home with an all expense paid trip to the UK for AFWL2014, cash prize, equipment and a workshop and showroom space at the STUDIO29 concession store for one year.

Their collections will also be shown at AFWN 2013. There will be a lot of public and audience involvement. Viewers will be allowed to comment but the final winners will be chosen by the judges. At the heart of NNTD is the willingness to showcase the works of Nigerian designers to an international audience and also to work with them to build sustainable brands.

We will be looking for creative and unique talent that lives and breathes fashion to become the NNTD. There will be a minimum entry criteria and those who do not meet them will not be considered.

Don Jazzy, Wande Coal & D’Prince Set To Hit The Stage At Big Brother Africa 8 Launch

2013-05-22T20:44:00.000-07:00

Don Jazzy, Wande Coal & D’Prince Set To Hit The Stage At Big Brother Africa 8 Launch
On Sunday 26 May, the Big Brother launch show will come alive when multiple award winning musicians from Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa take centre stage. The big night will also see 28 new house mates being revealed to audiences in over 50 African countries for season 8 of Big Brother Africa, The Chase.

With the live show screening from 19:00 CAT on AfricaMagic, AfricaMagic Entertainment, AfricaMagic World as well as on DStv channel 197 and 198. Audiences can look forward to sassy and upbeat tunes from Kenya’s very own award winner, STL. Boasting hit songs such as “Take My Time”, “Hula Hoop”, “Bad as I Wanna Be”, the singer, songwriter and rapper, also recipient of awards from the Kisima Awards, Clops Awards and Jeermaan Awards, promises to deliver an unforgettable and lasting performance with her distinct pop, soul and rap sound

LE PETIT MARCHÉ PRESENTS ITS MAY EDITION OF SHOPPING FAIR IN LAGOS – SUNDAY 26TH MAY 2013

2013-05-22T20:23:00.000-07:00

It’s your favourite monthly guilty pleasure; Le Petit Marché!

This May Edition of LPM will take place at the Imperial Place this Sunday and will feature a range of fantastic vendors.You will get to shop for items such as clothes, shoes, bags, accessories, hair, beauty products, home essentials and so much more.

Here is a list of some of the vendors that would make you spend every naira on you with a smile because your goodies will be all worth it.

Admission at the venue is free for all. Let’s make it a date and be sure to invite family and tell a friend to tell another friend. See you all there!

Date: Sunday 26^th May 2013

Time: 12 Noon

Venue: Imperial Place, Plot 274 Ajose Adeogun Victoria Island Lagos

Kerry Washington who is The Cover Girl ELLE & Tod’s for June 2013

2013-05-22T19:57:00.003-07:00

ELLE & Tod’s held a party at Il Buco Alimentari & Vineria in New York City yesterday to celebrate the fabulousness of Kerry Washington who is their cover girl for June 2013.

The ‘Scandal’ actress opted for a mauve colored hue, wearing a duchess-satin one-shoulder dress from the Lanvin Pre-Fall 2013 collection.

Eve for 360 Magazine’s Art & Design Issue

2013-05-22T19:45:00.002-07:00

Solange Knowles,Fabulous Looks At The Cannes Film Festival

2013-05-22T19:34:00.000-07:00

Solange Knowles, is taking no shorts when it comes to her fabulous looks via Cannes Film Festival. Her most recent piece, was a gorgeous Stephane Rolland Spring 2013 White Ruffled Jumpsuit, teamed with nude sandals.

Actress Rosario Dawson graces the red carpet at the Cannes Festival

2013-05-22T19:32:00.001-07:00

Actress Rosario Dawson graces the red carpet at the Cannes Festival, looking absolutely spectacular in a white sequin gown from Elie Saab’s Spring 2012 collection, styled with a strappy white sandal.

Her super high slit, screams sexy, and sultry...but still tasteful.

For accessories, Rosario went with a diamond necklace, and a white box clutch.

Janelle Monae. The super talented artist took to the Billboard Awards

2013-05-22T18:28:00.000-07:00

Adding a little twist, to her usually predictable look, was Janelle Monae. The super talented artist took to the Billboard Awards in a pair of $1,950 Givenchy Check Embossed Lace Up Ankle Boots, teamed with a red, white, and black ensemble, which suited the occasion

Solange Knowles for InStyle June 2013

2013-05-22T18:25:00.003-07:00

Stunning...

Model Selita Ebanks wows on the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival

2013-05-22T18:22:00.001-07:00

Model Selita Ebanks wows on the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival, in a jaw dropping yellow embellished gown by Gabriela Cadena