Basketmouth's Nov 6 wedding details.

Basketmouth and Elsie

Basketmouth will marry his longtime girlfriend Elsie Uzoma on Saturday November 6, 2010.
The Wedding Company will manage the wedding, while Uche Majekodunmi's Newton and David will handle decor. Bonix will take care of food and drinks.

2face, Banky W, Dare Art Alade will perform at the wedding while Henry Nzekwu will be the MC.
The groom has ordered a special wedding gift for the bride - a 2010 Toyota Venza car which will be handed to her at the venue of the wedding, which is somewhere in Ikoyi, Lagos.

Source: Encomium mag

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Emir's daughter found after abduction

Emir of Lafia - Alhaji Isa Mustapha Agwai,

 
One of the daughters of the Emir of Lafia, (Nasawara State) 22 yr old Hadiza Mustapha Isa Agwai, has been found. She was found around 5am on Thursday in a confused and bewildered state, less than 48 hours after she was abducted from the grounds of her father's palace.The young lady was kidnapped by a group of men masquerading as commercial motorcyclists.

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Basorge in Dublin...

Date: Friday 8th October
Venue: Red Cow Moran Hotelm Dublin
Time: 6pm

Be there!!!

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Adebayo Jones Innovative & Eco-friendly Fashion Award Category

The search begins for Africa's brightest ideas in female inventors and innovators awards.

Women across the African continent have the chance to be recognised as the Pan-African Inventor or Innovator of the Year 2010 with the opening of the latest competition by the Global Women Inventors & Innovators Network (GWIIN). This would include women that are exceptionally creative, inventive, innovative, entrepreneurs, scientists, engineers, technologists, designers from all sectors and background right across Africa.


The award nominations which officially opened on the 24 August is organised to celebrate and promote the creative, inventive and innovative products and services by women right across the continent. This year includes award categories for innovative women in technology, finance and investment, best product design and packaging, exceptional creative items such as jewelleries, arts and crafts, innovative new talent, innovative eco-friendly fashion, and a category for Education & Learning Institutions such as universities, colleges and innovative school projects. There are 10 categories in total including the Chairman’s discretionary Award, a posthumous recognition Award and the main award – The Pan-African Female Inventor of the Year 2010.

The first of this most remarkable event was held in Ghana in 2005 in partnership with GEM- International Finance Corporation, the private arm of the World Bank Group and Ministry of Women (MOWAC) Ghana including the significant support of Ministry of Trade & Industry, Ecobank and Barclays Bank.In 2008, under the South African Women Inventors & Innovators Symposium (SAWIIS) the 2nd of the PAWIIN successful event was held in partnership with the Ministry of Minerals & Energy, South Africa with generous support from various multi-national companies including Shell, IBM, Faberge and many others.With an expected delegation of over a thousand guests this year from across Nigeria, Africa and beyond, this international and celebratory event continues to be the first of its kind to put the spotlight on Africa's most exceptional creative, inventive and innovative women entrepreneurs and professionals while highlighting their immense contribution and potential to the social and economic growth of Africa.The PAWIIN Awards forms a significant part of the forthcoming 3 day event scheduled to take place in Abuja, Nigeria and also comprises of a symposium and exhibition. It has become the most extensive platform for the recognition of women’s inventive and innovative ideas developed in scientific laboratory to the ideas developed at home on the humble kitchen table.

Founder, Bola Olabisi who has since launched the competition in other countries, says that the Africa event is growing from strength to strength."The 2010 event will be the most significant so far, reflecting a diversity of innovations from various sectors especially in terms of sustainability and development terms. We in fact welcome ideas from women of all backgrounds - scientists and engineers working on patented inventions to women with no previous research and development experience who have come up with an excellent gadget or a new way of doing something," says Bola.Previous winners include: Margaret Owino from Kenya for the solar cooker – ‘Oywa Cookit’, Gloria Asare Adu from Ghana for using bamboo to generate a wide range of socio-economic and environmental benefits , J.H. Ghartey from Ghana for Floriculture, Foliage and Secondary Fish Farming, Aissa Dione Tissus from Senegal for eco-friendly textile and furnitures and Dr Alexandra Graham from Nigeria for the first purpose built fully integrated pharmaceutical production for HIV and malaria in West Africa.

The theme of this year’s event is ‘Innovative Women in Africa with Innovative Solutions for Africa’ and will include several high profile industry speakers from various backgrounds. The closing date for awards entries is 6 October 2010. For further information about the award categories and entry forms visitwww.gwiin.com or email us on office@gwiin.com

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81% of Nigerians will vote next year...according to CPNS

According to the ‘Current Pulse of Nation’s Survey’, a poll conducted by Research and Marketing Services (RMS), an affiliate of TNS Global, a market research company and Gallup International’s representative in the country, 81% of Nigerians are willing to vote in the forthcoming elections. The poll sampled 5000 respondents, aged 18 years and above, from across the country.

81% are willing to vote, but how many really will? When it comes to elections, more people say they will vote than they actually do! Like, I want to vote...but my problem is; will my vote be counted?

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Patience Jonathan donates bags of rice to the less privileged...

An exhausted woman on the floor

Our president's wife donated bags of rice to the less privileged at the International Conference Centre in Abuja. The struggle for the rice nearly kill people sef...:-)

 More pics when you continue...

policemen battering the scrambling Nigerians

A Federal Road Safety Corps Marshall takes his own share...

Police people sef carry..:-)

Pics thanks to - Femi Ipaye

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Naomi Campbell Says She's No Role Model

Naomi admits,

"I make many mistakes. Many mistakes. I'm not a perfect human being. I have to learn from my mistakes. And a lot of the ones I've made have been public.

"So I always get nervous when people speak about something that sounds like a role model, because I don't know if I've been a great role model myself. I don't think I have in certain aspects of my life.

"But I'm trying to do better. I admit to my mistakes. I admit to the things that I've done wrong. I admit it. But I'm trying to do right by myself and my life now."

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Funmi Iyanda presents a three part documentary on Nigeria called "My Country" on BBC

Join Funmi Iyanda on BBC World on October 2nd 2010 as she presents a three part documentary on Nigeria called "My Country"

The first episode of the documentary "Lagos Stories" airs this Saturday October 2nd on BBC World at 5:10 am (for all you early birds) and 6:10pm

There will be repeat broadcasts on Sunday October 3rd at 11:10 am & 12:10 am.

Part 2 & 3 will air on the BBC as follows:
Part 2 – October 9th 2010 5:10am, 6:10pm
Part 3 – October 16th 2010 5:10am, 6:10pm

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Uche Eze of Bella Naija featured on CNN.

Uche Eze (Founder, BellaNaija.com). Make-up - Banke Meshida Lawal

First Oprah, now CNN! Jealous much! *cry*
Kidding, totally proud of our girl! I started blogging because of Bella...will always be grateful!
Watch Uche speaking with CNN's Isha Sesay here

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New Independence N50 note Launched With 50th anniversary logo

So our Naija Govt yesterday, Wednesday 29, 2010, launched the redesigned N50 commemorative note and non-circulating coins (some coins are produced in 22 carat gold, others are gold plated silver.”) to mark the 50 years of Nigeria as an independent State. The new note is expected to exist side by side with the old one, while the coins will serve as souvenirs during the anniversary.

The new notes is obviously the same with the circulating N50. The only difference is the addition of the 50th anniversary logo, a gold iridescent band, and a goodwill message written in varnish.

Are these new notes necessary really?

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La Pooza Lingerie Fashion Party @ Zamunda

Date: Friday 1st Oct, 2010
Venue: Zamunda, 32 Ologun Agbaje Str., off Adeola Odeku, V/I
Time: 8pm - till late.
You can't miss it!

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Nse Ikpe-Etim to speak @ Harvard University this Weekend

Award winning Nigerian actress Nse Ikpe-Etim has been asked by the Nigerian Students Association, Harvard University to be a part of a distinguished panel to share with the world the growth and potential of the Nigerian film industry, “Nollywood” as it is popularly called on the 1st to 3rd of October 2010 at the University.


The organizers choice of Nse as one of the panelists is apparent in their citation “Nse is a rising actress with rapidly increasing popularity among fans of Nollywood and the potential to cross over globally due to her dynamic talent and flawless portrayal of her characters as witnessed in hugely successful award winning films like, Reloaded and Guilty Pleasures” She recently won the award for Best Actress in a Film/ Short Story at the Nigerian Entertainment Awards in New York and was nominated for Best Leading Actress  at the African Movie Academy Awards for her role in the film Reloaded, considered a feat as it was her debut film after a long break from the Nollywood scene.

The Special Guest of Honor at this event is, Ms. Amber Rasberry, Creative Executive of Tyler Perry`s 34th Street Films a former Executive in the film development department at New Line Cinema. She assisted in the development of SEX AND THE CITY: THE MOVIE and RUSH HOUR 3. She is invited to encourage thoughtful discourse on the relevance of Nollywood for African Americans and the African American focused film industry, as well as encourage the cross fertilization of ideas between the Tyler Perry vision for filmmaking and Nollywood film themes.

Other panelists include Nigeria’s most celebrated producer and director Tunde Kelani, CEO, Mainframe Productions, who will discuss his vision of the importance of infusing culture within films produced in Nigeria. Founder of African Movie Academy Awards (Africa’s Oscars), Peace Anyiam Fiberesima will address the history, landmarks, and successes of Nollywood in Africa and abroad. Chioma Nwagboso - World Bank Finance & Private Sector Specialist leads the World Bank project that uses Nollywood as an avenue for furthering development in Nigeria. Dr. Edward Valla, Intelligence Analyst, FBI in Boston will discuss challenges and solutions in combating media piracy in America, from an FBI perspective and Colin Maclay, Managing Director, Berkman Center for Internet and Society is to discuss how Nollywood can work with Media Pirates along with ICT tools to tackle Copyright and Piracy Issues.

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School children kidnapped in Aba...WTF?

Fifteen students of Abayi International School, Aba, were on Monday morning abducted in their school bus in Abia State.

The driver of the bus had picked the children at designated points and was on the way to school when the suspected kidnappers struck. It is learnt that a Toyota Camry saloon car blocked the bus and the occupants, and men brandishing guns alighted and ordered it to stop.


“As the driver came down, the hoodlums collected his cell phone and ordered him to lie face down while they drove off with the pupils towards Etche in Rivers (State),” an eyewitness told NAN.

Most of the abducted students are said to be mostly nursery and primary school pupils.

Geoffrey Ogbonna speaking to the press moments after informed that he was yet to get any report on the incidence but later telling the BBC that efforts had been intensified to find the whereabouts of the children. The abductors have demanded a ransom of 20 million naira (128,900 dollars, 95,650 euros).

WTF?

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M.I's Top Ten Nigerian Rappers

"So My Fav rappers this year.. Naija ofcourse.. No beef please just gisting.."

10. Skales: "This dude improves so quickly its scary.. And if u ever seen a show he performed at.. U already know!!! EME!!!"


9. Proto:  "From the group Chiddy Bang.. Kid is nice.. And even though he tones it down on chiddy bang stuff.. U can tell.. He is special"


8. Phenom: "One verse was enough!! Watch out for this kid.. Nigga said..' Im so f****ng good.. No condom"

7. Pope: 'Im a RapHead like gele' .. Lol.. What else should i say...

6. D'Prince:  "Criticize if u want.. Nigga has given us some of the biggest lines this year.. Everything he has done has been money"

5. Beazy: "Damn dude made everybody look stupid.. Keeps rhyming and rhyming.. Mixtape chek.. Album.. About to drop.. "

 4. Saucekid: "The album is gd.. But if u wnt 2 repsect dude listen 2 his freestyles.. He made a better version of roger that than YM"

3. Naeto C:  "Akomiti Poju. Succesful P mix. All arnd the A.. He said.. 'Someone i cn cosign.. Even tho i dont write,' & he doesnt sometims" 

2. Iceprincezamani: "I know i shouldnt put him here but!!!!!!!!! Kid is just soooo gooood!!!! Without a single! "

1. Show Dem Camp:  "hiphop personified!! Simple... Simple.. Best in class this year far as i am concerned oh!!!! No beef!!!"

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eLDee, Naeto C, M.I and Sound Sultan proclaim their pride in Nigeria with launch of 'Rep 4 Nigeria'.

Naija’s music elite are celebrating Nigeria’s 50th anniversary of independence with the release of Rep 4 Nigeria - a stunning new urban anthem which celebrates the proud spirit of modern Nigeria.
Penned by Nigerian rapper and producer, Eldee, Rep 4 Nigeria is an original composition that features contemporary stars Naeto C, M.I and Sound Sultan.

Commissioned by MTV base (DStv Channel 322) as part of the celebrations for Nigerian independence, Rep 4 Nigeria is a call for young Nigerians to 'rep' their country and their area with pride. Each of the artists involved wrote their own verse, with R&B artist and ‘Naija Ninja’ Sound Sultan writing and performing the infectiously
catchy ‘hook’ and chorus.


The music video for Rep 4 Nigeria was directed by video ace Clarence Peters and filmed on location in Lagos, featuring Eldee, Naeto C, M.I and Sound Sultan. The music video will premiere on MTV base (DStv
Channel 322) on Monday 4 October before going on exclusive, A-list rotation on MTV base, guaranteeing at least 30 spins a week for the stirring track.

Commented Alex Okosi, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, MTV Networks Africa, “MTV Networks Africa is thrilled to be the catalyst in the creation of Rep 4 Nigeria, a poignant and inspirational track that shows Nigerian artists affirming their pride and optimism in the 50th anniversary of their nation.”

Music fans can watch the music video of Rep 4 Nigeria or download the track free of charge at www.mtvbase.com from 4 October 2010.

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Rihanna's Cover Art.

Rihanna's new cd, Loud, is set to drop November 16th.

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Akon live in Kwara!

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Win tickets to Future Award's Authentic Celebration...

Tomorrow is the launch of The Future Awards Season 6!  
- #TheAuthenticCelebration with 50 of Nigeria's most influential young leaders. 

And I'm giving out two tickets to readers of this blog. I'm supposed to ask a question but funk that. Just send me an email. The first two to send me email - lindaikeji@gmail.com - with their names and addresses will get the tickets to go celebrate with Naija's finest youths...:-)

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Kalahari voucher contest...

To celebrate Nigeria@50, Kalahari Nigeria is going to be giving out 5 N5000 vouchers to readers of my blog who live in Nigeria. Between today and October 31, 2010.

How to enter:
*Go to www.kalahari.com.ng and register for a free account
*Visit my facebook page and let me know what item you would use the voucher to buy in “kalahari voucher contest” discussion.

I will pick one winner randomly by the end of each week. The only way to enter is to follow these two steps. You only need to do this once to enter! Good luck!

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My Kalahari shopping experience

I love my Vax messenger laptop bag. Loves it! Loves it!! Loves it!!! It's very trendy, very well padded, easy to carry and surprisingly not expensive. O de wa sexy small...lol

I got it a few weeks back from www.kalahari.com.ng, a new e-commerce site for the Nigerian market. They sell all sorts on that site...laptops, ipods, games, books, dvds, electronics, toys, music, and much more. You need to go there to understand what I'm talking about.

All you need to do when you get there is register as a customer, browse through their products, place an order for whatever you want, pay for it and it's delivered to you within 13 working days...no delays. + you also get N1,000 free voucher added to your account once you register.

To register, click here, fill out the form with your name, email address and choose a password, then click on save.
And you can begin your amazing shopping experience on kalahari.. Totally loved mine.
 
Yeah, I know what you are all thinking. So what if I got a free voucher to shop there? That's why I'm a blogger now. Awwww, the joys of blogging :-)
So many more stuff I want to buy there, trying to convince them to give me more shopping vouchers....y'all know how I love my bribes...lol

Anyway, check it out... www.kalahari.com.ng

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The bad bad things Tuface and Tonto Dike did on stage at the concert last night.

 

Tonto Dike

Tuface and Tonto

For those who were at Tuface's show last night, did y'all see what Tuface and Nollywood actress Tonto Dike did on stage? Mehn that was the highpoint of the show...for me! O bad baje baje mehn! Someone took off top, took off bra, another one took off belt, there was touchy-touchy, kissy-kissy, but it was all play-play for the show. See, I can rhyme...:-)

Anyway pics of Tuface and Tonto in a stimulating act on stage (behind a curtain)...when you continue.

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Linda at Tuface Live in Concert...

*Cough*..:-)

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Pictures from Tuface Live in Concert

I was at Tuface Idibia's live concert last night at Eko Hotel, and boy, what a show! Tuface is unarguably the best live performer in naija and the greatest African singer of our generation.


I took these pictures myself with my small camera, so it's not very clear, but you can see a bit of how fantastic the show was. Kudos to the organisers, Tuface, his dancers, the hosts - MI and Banky W and everyone who contributed to the success of the show.


More pics when you continue...

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Lindsay Lohan caught on camera doing bad bad things...

Pictures after the cut...

Injecting heroin

and kissing Paris Hilton...

These pictures were taken at a 2007 house party but were recently released by paparazzi.
This girl needs an intervention...fast!

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Young Nigerian Writer signs deal with British Publisher, Faber.

A 19-year-old Nigerian undergraduate student has signed a two-novel deal with the British publisher Faber, making her its youngest ever woman author. Chibundu Onuzo, a history student at King's College London, will have her first novel, "The Spider King's Daughter," published next year.


"I wrote the book in my last year at school," Onuzo told CNN. "I've been writing since I was 10, but this was the first novel I finished, so it was very liberating to be able to write 'The End.'"

Onuzo, who moved to England to go to school five years ago, found an agent before she had even finished writing, and sealed the book deal on her first meeting with a publisher. Her editor at Faber, Sarah Savitt, describes Onuzo as a "very talented writer at the beginning of an exciting writing career."

Source: CNN

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Moments with Kufour. Former President of Ghana John Kufuor on Moments with Mo

The spotlight beams on the former Gold Coast, as Mo shares some golden moments with ex-president of Ghana, John Kufuor. John Kufuor takes us on a trip into his successful presidential reign, and life afterwards.

Then, we look at some of the best sights and sounds from Ghana, also considered to be the Island of Peace, and we’re off on an exciting visit to the Monarchy of Ghana.

Make it a date with Moments With Mo as they profile one of Africa’s thriving democratic nations.

This episode will air on Tuesday 27th of September 2010 on MNet West Africa by 9.30pm with repeat broadcasts on the same channel on Wednesdays by 2pm and Saturdays by 2.30pm.

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Miss Nigeria 2010 is 19yr old Damilola Agbajor

19year old Damilola Agbajor from Delta State is 2010 Miss Nigeria

Nike Oshinowo crowning the new queen

 20 beautiful girls contested at this year's Miss Nigeria beauty pageant which held Saturday September 25th in Abuja from different State where paraded at this year Miss Nigeria Competition.

The winner in the middle, flanked by 1st runner-up Miss Lagos Erica O
kuneye, 24yrs and 2^nd runner-up Miss Cross River Obori Edenkwo, 25yrs.



The Competition did not show case swimwear segment. The outstanding young ladies where said to be judged on poise, intelligence, cultural values as well as beauty.

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