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AFRIFF UNVEILS 10 BENEFICIARIES OF SCHOLARSHIP INITIATIVE.....

Organisers of the recently concluded Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) in Calabar, continue to make headlines as they recently unveiled the 10 winners of the special AFRIFF Film Scholarship for 2014. The students, who had shown a remarkable attitude and prospects during the training sessions held at the festival, were selected as part of the organizers’ promise to firmly invest in

One area of actor, Jim Iyke’s life that has come under public scrutiny is his relationship with Ghanaian actress, Nadia Buari. The pair, who refers to each other as Skittles and Space, shares a bond and friendship which fans may find difficult to comprehend. Jim Iyke recently had an interesting interview where he talked about his undying love for his boo. When asked to speak about his lover,

(Olamide and Wizkid in 2011 on the set of 'Omo to shan'). Photo: TCD Photograpghy

Well, it does seem rapper, Olamide might have just fired a shot at Wizkid, although it unclear it it was intentional or a pure co-incidence. Regardless however, we will give you the gist. A few days ago, pop star, Wizkid shared pictures of his newly acquired Guiseppe Zannoti sneakers on Instagram and just a few days later, November 16, 2014 to be precise, Olamide shared his own picture below with the caption: ‘Rock #Timberland with your niggas don’t

Justin Bieber reportedly wants to ‘surprise’ his girlfriend, Selena Gomez, at the American Music Awards, which is to hold on Sunday, November 23, 2014. The ‘As Long As You Love Me’ hit-maker – who has dated the 22-year-old singer on-and-off since 2010 – is keen to show up at the American Music Awards on Sunday to see his ex-girlfriend, despite his friends thinking it’s a bad idea. A source revealed: ‘He came back to LA because he wants to see Selena.

The Cecil Hammond-led Flytime Entertainment is wrapping up plans for the 10th edition of the annual Rhytmn Unplugged concert. Already in it’s 10th year, the 2014 edition will hold on December 19, 2014 at the Eko Convention Centre in Lagos. Over the years, the event has become one of the most anticipated music and comedy events in Nigeria’s entertainment calendar.

November 17, 1993 is one of the most notable dates in Nigerian history. That day, General Sani Abacha seized the government and became Nigeria’s seventh military dictator.The incident happened at a time when Nigeria was in free fall. Ibrahim Babangida had just left government having ruled for eight years. The economy was bleeding. Institutions were collapsing. Corruption and fraud had become the backbone of the society.

Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo has said a prayer to God to grant him the grace to live for ten more ten years. The elder statesman made the comments while receiving his Permanent Voters’ Card (PVC), on Thursday, 20 November, from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) at the Presidential Hilltop Estate in Abeokuta, Ogun State. After receiving the PVC which is valid for ten years, Obasanjo, who is 77-years-old, said: “My prayer to God is for him to please let me outlast this card.”

President Goodluck Jonathan has disclosed that Nigeria is winning the war against insurgent elements in the country.Jonathan, who was speaking at the opening of a meeting of Nigeria’s Honorary International Investment Council (HIIC) holding in London, UK, said Nigerian troops are forcing the terrorists to beat a retreat.

Following the fracas that ensued at the National Assembly complex on Thursday, 20 November, it is believed that over 120 lawmakers have appended their signatures for the impeachment of President Goodluck Jonathan. The impeachment process against Jonathan is expected to commence as soon as the House reconvenes in December.

Jide finished secondary school in 2010 and spent the next three years at home. He wrote the university entrance exams each year and scored decently, but he got no offers from the universities he applied to. So he ended up hanging around at home for three years. Last year he learned about the new federal university in his state, Ekiti, and decided to apply. Finally, he had found a university that was willing to accept him.

I am one of those who have kept track of the oil prices as well as fall in global demand for our oil for a couple of months now. The reality has set in now. After a desperate battle to shore up the Naira, the CBN is finally left with no choice but to allow the Naira fall against the dollar. We are now at around the 175 Naira to a dollar mark, away from the 160 to 165 range we started the year with. And as it looks,

No less than 45 people were killed in a suspected Boko Haram attack in the village of Azaya Kura in the Mafa area of Borno state. According to the caretaker chairman of Mafa local government area, Shettima Lawan, the “wicked and despicable” attack happened on Wednesday, 19 November.

A giant two-tonne whale shark was caught by a Chinese fisherman, when it broke into his net to eat the fishes it had caught. This happened in Yangzhi county, Fujian province on 1 August, 2014 The fisherman, Cai Chengzhu said he and his colleagues had been hauling their net out of the water when they noticed a gaping hole in the side. He had planned to sell the gigantic fish, thought to be a juvenile,

If you didn’t know any better you would think Black Friday was a national worldwide holiday. Such is the level of global excitement and anticipation channelled towards it by enthusiastic shoppers who know that on that faithful day, they have the rare opportunity of grabbing a wide range of top quality products for just a fraction of their standard market price!

A female teacher at Obosima Secondary Technical School, Ohaji-Egbema Local Government Area of Imo State, has been attacked with machetes by some male students of the college.

The teacher, Mrs. Mary-Ann Oguezuonu, who is a nursing mother, was attacked for reprimanding a JSS2 female student for wearing a skimpy uniform.

A bullion van belonging to the United Bank of Africa (UBA), was attacked by armed robbers at Elemoso village along Ondo-Akure Road in the Ondo East Local Government Area of the state on Thursday noon.

Angelina Jolie, Jack O'Connell, DuJour Magazine

Angelina Jolie runs a tight ship when she's in the director's seat, no matter who she's dealing with. The Oscar winner, who graces the cover of Du Jour magazine this month next to Unbroken's Jack O'Connell, E! reports she opened up about working both on the Louis Zamperini biopic and with her husband on By the Sea.

It looks like Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick are going to have an extra special gift given to them this holiday season. The glowing E! star flaunted her perfect pregnant bod (seriously, it's really unfair) for the cover of Fit Pregnancy's latest issue, and during her interview with the mag, Kourt revealed the due date for baby No. 3! When asked if she's concerned about her OB-GYN being away for the holidays, according to E! , Kardashian replied,

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IK OSAKIODUWA SET TO LAUNCH NEW SHOW: ''HIGHLITES WITH IK'' ON AFRICA MAGIC

The world of African television is set for an exciting development as popular radio personality and Big Brother Africa host, IK Osakioduwa launches his new show on Saturday, the 22nd of November, 2014 at 20:00 CAT (7pm Nigerian time). The show, Highlites with IK, will air on Africa Magic Showcase (DSTV channel 151) and will tackle societal issues with a dose of humour and wit.

Nigerian innovative magazine -TUSH MAGAZINE is out with its ninth (9th) issue which features top Kenyan Chocolate City artiste – VICTORIA KIMANI and Nigeria’s fast rising dance-hall queen – CYNTHIA MORGAN as its cover page personalities.

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AGBANI DAREGO COVERS MANIA MAGAZINE NOVEMBER 2014 ISSUE

Former Miss World and fashion entrepreneur Agbani Darego graces the November Edition. She talks to the magazine about her retail brand AD by Agbani Darego and her future plans. The fashion editorial in this issue shoots some photos with the cast of October 1

A music video is in the offing for the latest song released by pop diva, Seyi Shay after a recent video shoot in London. The song, tilted ‘Crazy,’ features Starboy boss, Wizkid and was produced by Legendary Beatz. It now has a video which was shot in London and will be hitting the airwaves before the end of the month. Seyi Shay has enjoyed a pretty remarkable year, with her stock having risen considerably this

Kendall Jenner has denied rumours she is dating Justin Bieber and revealed the ‘Baby’ hit-maker is just a ‘friend of the family’ When asked if the pair were an item, she said: ‘He’s a longtime friend of our family. ‘Everybody loves to assume things, but no.’ Kendall also insisted that she would rather focus on her career than be in a relationship. She was asked if she was dating anyone, to which she replied: ‘I’m not. I’m truly focusing on my career

Gwen Stefani admits she is ‘really jealous’ of Christina Aguilera. The ‘Baby Don’t Lie’ hitmaker is upset that her role as a mentor on ‘The Voice’ USA has been handed back to the 33-year-old beauty next year, as the ‘Your Body’ singer has had a rotating spot on the panel since the series began in 2011. The 45-year-old star confessed: ‘I feel really jealous of Christina. I feel weird that they are doing it without me.’ The No Doubt star says she will definitely miss the show because she really enjoyed it. She told

Nigerian rapper, Ruggedman is 38 years old, and over the years, one of the recurring questions he’s always had to face is regarding when he’ll finally settle down in marriage. Having evaded the question most of the times he had been asked, NET cornered him for a brief chat recently and for the first time, Ruggedman reveals that he’s in a relationship and would be getting married soon. In his words,

Chocolate City rapper, Penshak Zamani, popularly known as Ice Prince has aligned with notable artistes who are doing a great job of promoting artistes by featuring on their songs without charges as he recently revealed. Speaking with Olisa Adibua on the 11th episode of ‘The Truth’, when asked if he charges for collaborations, after the N1.5m collaboration controversy which erupted between Wizkid and Seaon,

Nigeria’s Minister of Finance, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has unveiled plans by the Federal Government to boost the economy using creative arts as its vehicle. Okonjo Iweala made the declaration in Abuja yesterday, Tuesday, November 18, 2014 at the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with 26 movie producers under the Presidential Intervention Fund for the Nigerian movie industry. According her the minister, ‘President Goodluck Jonathan

Barely a month after Five Star music lead act, Kcee acquired a 2014 gold coloured Cadillac Escalade, his label mate, Harrysong has just got himself a brand new 2009 hummer H2 SUV valued at over N10m. Artistes signed under the E-Money led Five Star Music are known for their insatiable appetite for exotic cars. Already, the super star had several wonders on wheels like a Black 2013 BMW X6,

For M.I, it’s been a remarkable journey of eight fruitful years, not just as a rapper but as a multiple award winning one. NET recently paid a visit to Jude Abaga’s Lekki home, and we couldn’t help but notice his impressive collection of over 30 awards which include two MTV awards, four Headies, three NEA awards, six City People Entertainment Award plaques among others. The rapper recently released his 4th studio album titled The Chairman....

Women are known to be very open and extremely talkative creatures in comparison with men. But you'll get surprised that not only men have some things to hide, but women also have some secrets. There is a mystery in every woman for a man to clear up. But unfortunately, only a few of them succeed. Though it is not that complicated to understand a woman, men have great difficulties with it. So here are some women's secrets which we hope will help you to clear up the situation.

In the Bible, Jesus called us "friend," giving us insight into the importance of friendship. We know His friends were as varied as we are — and he cherished each in a special and unique way, teaching us to do the same. Although His is our first, most important friendship, our earthly friendships also have special blessings for us. There are five friendships that every woman needs in her life.

There are certain attributes Nigerian men don't appreciate in their women.

"When in Rome, behave like a Roman..." Right? That means there is a certain way people behave depending on their environment. According to this article written by a Nigerian man, below are 5 attributes that "Naija" men find absolutely unattractive in their women. It's entertaining and very hilarious. Enjoy... Let the record reflect that just because we find some of these unattractive does not mean we will not attempt to sleep with you. Sleeping with you is a different ball game when compared with attraction.

From thanking your grandmother profusely for an awkward gift to telling a work friend that her less-than-sparkling presentation was fantastic, most of us fib, stretch the truth, tell white lies and omit facts from time to time. In fact, studies published over the past five years have shown that the average person lies one to three times a day.In many cases, these untruths are harmless. But what about those things you should always tell the truth about, lest you hurt both yourself and the person you're deceiving?

The wife must want her husband dead to do this.

Marriage is meant to be a union where love, comfort and unity exist but when the partners turn on each, then there is much left to be desired. What else can one say when a wife who is supposed to be a man's best friend, turns out to be his worst enemy? That is the scenario we have on our hands when an angry wife decided to take out her anger on her husband by emptying a pot of boiling water on him, causing him to sustain serious burns on his body.

A woman in Blumenau Munich has been caught sleeping on the same bed with the corpse of her late mum for five years. She was caught after neighbours became suspicious as the old woman had not been seen for sometime, and her daughter wouldn't let anyone in their house.

Murdered Farzana Iqbal has now gotten justice.

For late Farzana Iqbal, a 25-year-old pregnant lady who was stoned and beaten to death by her father, brother, cousin and another relative in what is called honour killing in Pakistan, justice has been served as the family members who committed that atrocious act have been sentenced to death.

Farzana was killed in May

More than 6000 Nigerian students are studying in Canadian institutions according to the country's High Commissioner in Nigeria, Ambassador Perry John Calderwood. In a interview with Daily Trust, Calderwood said Nigeria has become 8th contributor of students to his country. "I am very happy to say that we have more than six thousand Nigerian students and Nigeria is now eight largest source of foreign students in our educational institutions," he said.

Three students of St Mark’s Anglican Grammar School, Kola Balogun Area, Osogbo, have been arraigned before a Magistrate Court for beating up their teacher. Haruna Waliu and Adebayo Abeeb both 19 were arraigned alongside a third suspect, 21-year-old Oladimeji Tunde, before Chief Magistrate Muhammed Lasisi in Osogbo on a three- count charge of conspiracy, assault and breach of public peace.

A Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) Dr Aliyu Salimon has lost N2.5 million in a scam perpetrated by a 53-year-old primary school certificate holder, Moses Olayemi. Olayemi, who turned out to be a convicted criminal, has been dragged before an Ikeja High Court on two counts of conspiracy to commit felony. The suspect allegedly defrauded Salimon (SAN) under the pretext of conducting a National Assembly screening for a Federal appointment, Tribune reports.

Gill Rosenberg, 31, was interviewed on Israel Radio where she said she had traveled to Iraq, was training with Kurdish guerrillas and would go into combat in next-door Syria

31-year-old Gill Rosenberg, was interviewed on Israel Radiowhere she revealed she had traveled to Iraq , training with Kurdish guerrillas and would go into combat in neighboring Syria. Although the radio station did not name the interviewee, the person spoke North American-accented Hebrew and a source involved in the report identified her as Rosenberg.

People that pray together definitely stay together. In this modern day when everyone seem to be busy with daily activities, praying with loved ones is certainly essential to help build relationships with each other and particularly with God. Compiled by Beliefnet, here are 5 ways prayer can improve relationships

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has asked for justice to meted out on a soldier who stabbed a private security officer to death. The Plateau state chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, Soja Bewarang, on Tuesday condemned the killing and asked for immediate justice.

Former Governor of the old Anambra State, Jim Nwobodo has said that his late son, Ifeanyichukwu Nwobodo Jnr was killed as a result of a doctor’s negligence. The senior Nwobodo said that an injection which was administered to his son led to complications which caused his death.

A teenager from a Thai orphanage has rejected an offer to become Kim Kardashian's adopted child and says she'd rather stay in abject poverty in Thailand than go live a life of riches and glamor overseas.

Bill Cosby (pictured) has been accused of rape

Dickinson said that the last image she had before passing out was of Cosby taking off his robe and climbing on top of her. Supermodel Janice Dickinson has joined the list of women who claim to have been raped by ace comedian and actor, Bill Cosby.Janice alleges that Cosby drugged her with a glass of wine in Lake Tahoe, California in 1982 and sexually assaulted her while she was unconscious.

Popular E! show, Fashion Police is set to get another host after the death of much-loved comedienne, Joan Rivers. Kathy Griffin, another comedienne, has been pegged to be Rivers’ replacement. 54-year-old Griffin has signed a deal to join the show along with the late comedienne's daughter Melissa Rivers, TMZ reports. Kathy had told Access Hollywood at the Make Equality

Actress Keke Palmer is all grown up! The former child star showed off her pierced nipples at the premiere of The Imitation Game on Monday, November 17 in New York. Keke, who has adopted a more mature way of dressing, rocked a see-through ICB shirt and a sheer bra which left almost nothing to the imagination.

It was reported recently that the duo of former Nigeria’s vice president, Atiku Abubakar and Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamdio enjoined Nigerians to defend themselves against Boko Haram attacks. Award winning security expert with over 18 years experience, Femi Ajayi reacted to the submission and gave tips on how to be security conscious.

Since the inception of the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, 41 years ago, a lot has happened to make people argue for and against its relevance and benefits to the Nigerian youth. The history of the NYSC is indeed replete with momentous events. For some of us, commenting on issues like this is more than just writing. It’s a way to wake up, to calm down, to spark an idea, and to share a story. And this is the story of the transformation going on right now in the NYSC.

A Sierra Leonean senior health worker at the Hastings Treatment Centre in the outskirts of Freetown, confirmed that a Sierra Leonean doctor died of Ebola on Tuesday, bringing to seven the number of doctors that have died of the virus.

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