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24 December, 2010
COMPLIMENTS OF THE SEASON TO YOU!!!
COMPLIMENT OF THE SEASON TO ACADA MAGAZINE , MAVERICK MULTIMEDIA, SWAGGASPOT.NET, EL BAMBINO RECORDS, TOPTEN NAIJA, SOUNDCITY / BUDDIE.ME, RUBIES INK, FEMI ADEYINKA, GBENGA ADEYINKA, SEUN OLOKETUYI, D-LARGE, TERRY THA RAPMAN AND THE BOIZ ARE NOT SMILING CREW, C-FLO, D'CROW, LAGOS, KASH ELEVEN, BEANPOLE, REMINISCE, BLAISE, UGO, DJ BAMBINO, XI PHOTOGRAPHY, TOB-WILSON PHOTOGRAHY, DAISY_MO PHOTOGRAPHY, EVERGREENS EVENT, EVENT EMPORIUM, UCHEUGO STUDIOS, CR8 MANAGEMENT, SECRET DIARY, SULIAMON ELAYMAS, BIG SAM MEDIA, SHEIFUNMI.COM, OLATOHSWEET DRESSES, JIDE OGBONGE BLOG AND TO EVERYONE WHO MADE 2010 MEMORABLE .... GOD BLESS YOU ALL!! HAVE A PROSPEROUS 2011.
21 December, 2010
C FLO
Benjamin Ekejimbe jnr (born october 31 in lagos nigeria )better known by his stage name C FLO
hails from the westside Africa eastside Nigeria in Anambra state,an independent artist,known for his lyrical ability,clean rap,attitude an swag in 2005 he dropped his first official mixtape,prince of my town in 2006 he pulled country shows an made a name for himself in 2007 he got signed to floss entertainment he left the label in July 2009 after numerous delays in releasing his planned debut album for the label. C FLO stated to the net blog that, “I learned a lot during my time there and matured as an artist during the process. I’m happy to be moving on with all of my material and having the chance to be in control of my next moves”in 2010 he drop his latest single onwe ihe neme (noffin is gone happen) which is currently getting radio plays an numerous download on the internet.
reverbnation ; http://www.
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SAMUEL ETO'O WINS AFRICAN PLAYER OF THE YEAR.
Samuel Eto’o has emerged winner of the category for African Player of the year beating Asamoah Gyan and Didier Drogba at this year GLO CAF Awards.
Also, Didier Drogba, Taye Taiwo, Asamoah Gyan, Kevin Prince Boateng, Kwadwo, Andre Ayew, Samuel Eto’o, Wael Goma, Ahmed Al Mohammady, Ahmed Hassan and Vincent Enyeama emerged as Glo CAF Award Best Eleven. Other winners are Ghana for National Team of the Year win and Egypt’s Ahmed Hassan wins African Based Player of the Year.
Ghana had two wins: Most promising Talent of the year: Kwadwo Asamoah and Coach of the year – Former Coach, Milovan Rajevac.
SHARON OMOLAYO HAS BEEN FOUND!!!
Beautiful 5year old Sharon Omolayo was found yesterday after missing for seven days. She was last seen when she was picked up from school last Monday, Dec13th, by a family friend's house boy.
Just yesterday Monday 20th, Sharon's father received an anonymous call asking him to come pick up Sharon from outside Lagos, Ifo, Ogun State, where the man believed to have taken her confessed to kidnapping her for a ransom. Fortunately his partners backed out, and he had no choice but to return the girl. Sharon was found unharmed.
Just yesterday Monday 20th, Sharon's father received an anonymous call asking him to come pick up Sharon from outside Lagos, Ifo, Ogun State, where the man believed to have taken her confessed to kidnapping her for a ransom. Fortunately his partners backed out, and he had no choice but to return the girl. Sharon was found unharmed.
17 December, 2010
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WAVES MAGAZINE JEANS PARTY
Come Tuesday December 28, 2010, WAVES MAGAZINE tagged WAVES JEAN GALA PARTY FT. DJ IYKE, DJ KINGS , PASUMA, KNYGHT, JSKILLZ, PUMPIN, OYNKANSOLA, first 50 ladies to dazzle the venue with sexy jean and orange outfit
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IKEJA ALLSTARZ CONCERT!!!!
IKEJA ALLSTARS CONCERT HOLS TOMORROW AT MOTHERLAN' OPEBI ROAD, IKEJA. ACCESS: REG, 1500, VIP 5000. WANNA KNOW WHO'S GONNA BE THERE? YOU BETTER MAKE IT A DATE TO ATTEND.... SEE MORE INFO ON: http://411daily.blogspot.com/
TWITERAVE PARTY 2 IS TOMORROW.
TWITERAVE 2 PARTY THE NAIJA TWITTER PARTY COMES UP ON DEC 18TH AT CLUB 10, SAKA TINUBU STREET, VICTORIA ISLAND. BLUE CARPET STARTS 9PM . SEE www.twiterave.com FOR MORE INFO
FUTURE AWARDS NOMINEES PARTY AND CHARITY BALL.
On Sunday 19th of December, THE FUTURE AWARDS organizers would be a having a Nominee reception party for charity. The event will also be an opportunity to raise money for Love on the Streets, an NGO working with disadvantaged children of the Dustbin Estate, Lagos. There would be a Get Your Green On! fashion show showcasing designs from MAI, Zebra, House of Nwocha, Sally Bawa Lagos and iamISIGO. The event, anchored by MTV Base’s Cynthia Okpala and Tinsel’s Chris Attoh would have media and VIP attendees entertained by performances from MAMA Best New Act Mo’Cheddah, Chydinma, Tiwa Savage, Waje, Iceprince and Wizkid.
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16 December, 2010
TIME HONOR CAPS CELEBRITY MAKING - MARK ZUCKERBERG .
Mark Zuckerberg, the 26-year-old co-founder and CEO of Facebook, was primarily known as a mysterious, sweatshirted figure, a Silicon Valley wunderkind familiar mainly to those in tech circles.
But this year, Zuckerberg has been thrust into pop culture ubiquity, appearing on screens of all shapes and sizes, from "Oprah" to one of the year's most acclaimed films.
On Wednesday, his public ascent was solidified by Time magazine, which named him its "Person of the Year." He's the youngest choice for the honor since the first one chosen, Charles Lindbergh in 1927.
In a posting — where else? — on his Facebook page, Zuckerberg said being named Time's "Person of the Year" was "a real honor and recognition of how our little team is building something that hundreds of millions of people want to use to make the world more open and connected. I'm happy to be a part of that."
It caps a remarkable year for Zuckerberg and Facebook, which has more than 500 million users worldwide and market valuations that go into double-digit billions. In countless redesigns and new features, Facebook has been pushing toward becoming not just a social media hangout, but also the underlying, connecting fabric of the Internet.
"I'm trying to make the world a more open place," Zuckerberg says in the "bio" line of his own Facebook page.
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15 December, 2010
RICK ROZAY PERFORMED AT A TEN YEAR OLD BIRTHDAY PARTY.
Official DJ for US rapper Rick Ross informed that the rapper was paid $100,000 (US) to perform at a 10 year old’s birthday party in Abuja. Rick Ross’ management was approached by the boy’s parent on the night of the MTV Africa Music Awards, Rick Ross with his entourage were flown to Abuja the following day, sunday as a surprise for the birthday boy whose name is Igho.
PLUSONE AND THE BANDWAGON PERFORM LIVE TODAY.
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LITTLE SHARON IS MISSING..
Has anyone seen this butiful girl as pictured above? Her name is Sharon Omolayo, She was last seen Monday 13th December 2010 at her school Avicenna in Ikeja
Somebody (unidentified) reportedly came in a taxi cab to take her away from school and she has been missing since then..She is 5years old...Contact 08025945672 or the nearest Police station, If u hear or see anything..
Her Parents just announced a #3 million naira reward for anybody who can provide info to finding her. Any information about this little is useful and you can reach her mum on 08025945672
Somebody (unidentified) reportedly came in a taxi cab to take her away from school and she has been missing since then..She is 5years old...Contact 08025945672 or the nearest Police station, If u hear or see anything..
Her Parents just announced a #3 million naira reward for anybody who can provide info to finding her. Any information about this little is useful and you can reach her mum on 08025945672
2011 GOLDEN GLOBE NOMINATIONS.
The King's Speech led all comers this morning with seven nods for the 68th Annual Golden Globes Awards. Here is the full list of all the categories for your office pool pleasure.
And no, that Burlesque nomination is not a typo...
MOTION PICTURES
Drama: Black Swan, The Fighter, Inception, The King's Speech, The Social Network
Musical or Comedy: Alice in Wonderland, Burlesque, The Kids Are All Right, Red, The Tourist
Actor, Drama: Jesse Eisenberg, The Social Network; Colin Firth, The King's Speech; James Franco, 127 Hours; Ryan Gosling, Blue Valentine; Mark Wahlberg, The Fighter
Actress, Drama: Halle Berry, Frankie and Alice; Nicole Kidman, Rabbit Hole; Jennifer Lawrence, Winter's Bone; Natalie Portman, Black Swan; Michelle Williams, Blue Valentine
Director: Darren Aronofsky, Black Swan; David Fincher, The Social Network; Tom Hooper, The King's Speech; Christopher Nolan, Inception; David O Russell, The Fighter
Actor, Musical or Comedy: Johnny Depp, Alice in Wonderland; Johnny Depp, The Tourist; Paul Giamatti, Barney's Version; Jake Gyllenhaal, Love and Other Drugs; Kevin Spacey, Casino Jack
Actress, Musical or Comedy: Annette Bening, The Kids Are All Right; Julianne Moore, The Kids Are All Right; Anne Hathaway, Love & Other Drugs; Angelina Jolie, The Tourist; Emma Stone, Easy A
Supporting Actor: Christian Bale, The Fighter; Michael Douglas, Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps; Andrew Garfield, The Social Network; Jeremy Renner, The Town; Geoffrey Rush, The King's Speech
Supporting Actress: Melissa Leo, The Fighter; Helena Bonham Carter, The King's Speech; Mila Kunis, Black Swan; Amy Adams, The Fighter; Jacki Weaver, Animal Kingdom
Foreign Language: Biutiful, The Concert, The Edge, I Am Love, In a Better World
Animated Film: Toy Story 3, The Illusionist, How to Train Your Dragon, Despicable Me, Tangled
Screenplay: Danny Boyle, Simon Beaufoy, 127 Hours; Lisa Cholodenko, Stuart Blumberg, The Kids Are All Right; Christopher Nolan, Inception; David Seidler, The King's Speech; Aaron Sorkin, The Social Network
Original Score: Alexandre Desplat, The King's Speech; Danny Elfman, Alice in Wonderland; A.R. Rahman, 127 Hours; Trent Reznor, Atticus Ross, The Social Network; Hans Zimmer, Inception
Original Song: "Bound to You" (written by Samuel Dixon, Christina Aguilera, Sia Furler), Burlesque; "Coming Home" (written by Bob DiPiero, Tom Douglas, Hillary Lindsey, Troy Verges), Country Strong; "I See the Light" (written by Alan Menken, Glenn Slater), Tangled; "There's a Place for Us" (written by Carrie Underwood, David Hodges, Hillary Lindsey), The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader; "You Haven't Seen the Last of Me," (written by Diane Warren), Burlesque A.R. Rahman, 127 Hours; Trent Reznor, Atticus Ross, The Social Network; Hans Zimmer, Inception
Original Song: "Bound to You" (written by Samuel Dixon, Christina Aguilera, Sia Furler), Burlesque; "Coming Home" (written by Bob DiPiero, Tom Douglas, Hillary Lindsey, Troy Verges), Country Strong; "I See the Light" (written by Alan Menken, Glenn Slater), Tangled; "There's a Place for Us" (written by Carrie Underwood, David Hodges, Hillary Lindsey), The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader; "You Haven't Seen the Last of Me," (written by Diane Warren), Burlesque
TELEVISION
Series, Drama: Boardwalk Empire, HBO; Dexter, Showtime; The Good Wife, CBS; Mad Men, AMC; The Walking Dead, AMC
Actor, Drama: Steve Buscemi, Boardwalk Empire; Bryan Cranston, Breaking Bad; Michael C. Hall, Dexter; Jon Hamm, Mad Men; Hugh Laurie, House
Actress, Drama: Julianna Margulies, The Good Wife; Elisabeth Moss, Mad Men; Piper Perabo, Covert Affairs; Katey Sagal, Sons of Anarchy; Kyra Sedgwick, The Closer
Series, Musical or Comedy: 30 Rock, NBC; The Big Bang Theory, CBS; The Big C, Showtime; Glee, Fox; Modern Family, ABC; Nurse Jackie, Showtime
Actress, Musical or Comedy: Toni Collette, The United States of Tara; Edie Falco, Nurse Jackie; Tina Fey, 30 Rock; Laura Linney, The Big C; Lea Michele, Glee
Actor, Musical or Comedy: Alec Baldwin, 30 Rock; Steve Carell, The Office; Thomas Jane, Hung; Matthew Morrison, Glee; Jim Parsons, The Big Bang Theory
Miniseries or Movie: Carlos, Sundance Channel; The Pacific, HBO; Pillars of the Earth, Starz; Temple Grandin, HBO; You Don't Know Jack, HBO
Actress, Miniseries or Movie: Hayley Atwell, Pillars of the Earth; Claire Danes, Temple Grandin; Judi Dench, Return to Cranford; Romola Garai, Emma; Jennifer Love Hewitt, The Client List
Actor, Miniseries or Movie: Idris Elba, Luther; Ian McShane, Pillars of the Earth; Al Pacino, You Don't Know Jack; Dennis Quaid, The Special Relationship; Edgar Ramirez, Carlos
Supporting Actress, Series, Miniseries or Movie: Hope Davis, The Special Relationship; Jane Lynch, Glee; Kelly Macdonald, Broadwalk Empire; Julia Stiles, Dexter; Sofia Vergara, Modern Family
Supporting Actor, Series, Miniseries or Movie: Scott Caan, Hawaii Five-0; Chris Colfer, Glee; Chris Noth, The Good Wife; Eric Stonestreet, Modern Family; David Strathairn, Temple Grandin
HONORARY
Cecil B. DeMille Lifetime Achievement Award: Robert De Niro
ZAC EFRON AND VANESSA HUDGENS CALL IT QUIT.
It is being reported that Vanessa Hudgens and Zac Efron have called it quits on their relationship!
According to Us Magazine, the “High School Musical” stars have split after spending more than three years in the spotlight together.
With their romance having started as the two were paired up as co-star leads in Disney’s “High School Musical,” an insider disclosed that the breakup was mutual, “It was mutual. They have been together for so long. It just ran its course.”
the insider insists, “They are still talking and still friends. There’s no drama. No one cheated. They just grew up.”
13 December, 2010
WILLOW SMITH DROPS OUT OF SCHOOL.
Willow Smith has been so busy hitting the airwaves, flying around the world, and doing interviews that attending school has been put on the backburner for now. The pint sized sensation whose Billboard hit "Whip My Hair" gained her popularity, admits that, although she is living out her dream, she is falling behind in school. The outspoken ten year old, who will be touring with Justin Bieber on his tour in Europe in March 2011 says: “I never really get to go to school because I am always on tour, or with my father.There is a tutor most of the time, but usually I am working so I never get to do the lessons. The worst thing about maths is all the kids are ahead of me because they go to school.”
IKECHUKWU WAS BOUNCED AT REHAB CLUB.
Ikechukwu was reportedly involved in fisticuffs at the after-party for the MAMAs held recently. The rapper has reportedly gotten into an argument with a bouncer at Rehab night club, after he tried to get drinks into the club. The argument degenerated into a full fight, and they had to be restrained. The rapper later tweeted about the incident, saying: "Just wanna apologize to my fans for bringing myself so low yesterday. This is not the kind of character I portray or expect anyone else to. People will always test u. Show strength with restraint. God bless".
CARTIAR FEATURES BLAISE AND KEL IN NEW SINGLE.
Cartiar has a new single and a video in tow called perfect girl where he featured Buckwylla. In the video , there were special appearances from Blaise and Kel.
BANKY W FEATURES M.I IN NEW SINGLE.
Bankole Wellington aka Banky W has a new single " Feeling it" which he has already shot the video featuring M.I . Banky W decided to use the opportunity that Channel O music awards ceremony offered to shoot the video in South Africa. Directed by Jonathan Clarke, the video was all about the two diminutive entertainers playing the role of gangsters on the run.
DAREY ART ALADE OUT WITH BRAND NEW VIDEO.
Handsome Singer Darey finally out with a new video from his upcoming album, "The Way You are" is out. The song which was written and produced by Darey and Cobhams is reminiscent of the stuff that Darey has been known to pul off in all his videos since his last album.
BEP BEAT WILLOW SMITH TO TOP CHART IN UK.
The Black Eyed Peas have beaten Willow Smith to the top of the chart, scoring their fifth UK number one single. The band's song The Time (Dirty Bit) climbed from sixth place, pipping the 10-year-old daughter of film star Will Smith to pole position. But Smith's song Whip My Hair entered at number two, making her one of the youngest artists to score a UK top 10 hit, the Official Charts Company said. Take That remained at number one in the album chart for a fourth week.
IYANYA OUT WITH TWO NEW SINGLES.
Winner of MTN PROJECT FAME First edition, Iyanya has two new singles that he has tagged as fore runners to his forthcoming album. The singles , " I'M THE ONE" and " IN LOVE AGAIN" were both produced by WAZZ BEATS. The Cross River State pop star who just mourned his mum and only brother has been in a management deal with Buzz Avenue, an artiste management body.
2 FACE, FALLY IPUPA, MO CHEDDA & OTHERS WON AT MTV AFRICA MUSIC AWARDS 2010.
The MTV Africa Music Awards 2010 is sponsored by Airtel in association with MasterCard. Other partners supporting the MTV Africa Music Awards with Airtel include Arik Air and the Lagos State Government.
THE WINNERS ARE:
Best Anglophone – Daddy Owen (Kenya)
Best Francophone – Fally Ipupa (DRC)
Best Lusophone – Cabo Snoop (Angola)
Artist of the Year- 2Face (Nigeria)
Best Female – Sasha (Nigeria)
Best Male – 2Face (Nigeria)
Best Video – Fally Ipupa (DRC): “Sexy Dance”
Best Group – P-Square (Nigeria)
Brand New Act – Mo Cheddah (Nigeria)
Best Performance – Big Nuz (South Africa)
Song of the Year – Liquideep (South Africa): “Fairytale”
MAMA Legend – Miriam Makeba (South Africa)
Best International – Eminem (USA).
Nigerian 2Face Idibia and Congolese superstar Fally Ipupa, led the winners at the third edition of the MTV Africa Music Awards. The artistes took home two trophies each at the ceremony which was held at the Expo Hall, of the Eko Hotel Lagos on 11 December 2010. Other winners on the night include Sasha, Mo'cheddah, Cabo Snoop, Daddy Owen, Liquid Deep, Big Nuz, Eminem won the Best International Act award, and Miriam Makeda won the MAMA Legend award. Performers include Rick Ross, T Pain, 2face, Banky W, Cabo Snoop, Wande Coal, among others.
THE WINNERS ARE:
Best Anglophone – Daddy Owen (Kenya)
Best Francophone – Fally Ipupa (DRC)
Best Lusophone – Cabo Snoop (Angola)
Artist of the Year- 2Face (Nigeria)
Best Female – Sasha (Nigeria)
Best Male – 2Face (Nigeria)
Best Video – Fally Ipupa (DRC): “Sexy Dance”
Best Group – P-Square (Nigeria)
Brand New Act – Mo Cheddah (Nigeria)
Best Performance – Big Nuz (South Africa)
Song of the Year – Liquideep (South Africa): “Fairytale”
MAMA Legend – Miriam Makeba (South Africa)
Best International – Eminem (USA).
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JACKIE APPIAH CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY.
Star Actress , Jackie Appiah Agyeman penultimate Saturday December 4, 2010 celebrated her birthday with the less privileged. On the day Jackie visited the children's ward of Korle Bu Teaching Hospital where she put smiles on the faces of the kids there. She donated some items as well as food and drinks to them.
11 December, 2010
VICTORIA WANTS TO DESIGN FOR MICHELLE OBAMA, ANGELINA JOLIE.
Singer turned fashion designer Victoria Beckham would love to dress Oscar winning actress Angelina Jolie. The designer has seen many A list stars done some of her creations and says it would be a privilege if the Oscar winning actress wore one of her dresses to a high profile event. Speaking about who she would like to dress and of course, Michelle Obama. I also admire Tilda Swinton's style and Kate Bosworth says Victoria.
AKUNYILI SET TO LEAVE JONATHAN'S CABINET.
AFTER a three-month pressure, the Minister of Information, Prof. Dora Akunyili, has decided to quit the cabinet of President Goodluck Jonathan for a Senatorial slot.
There were strong indications last night that Akunyili might leave the cabinet by the end of this month.
According to findings, the minister had been under intense pressure from some stakeholders in Anambra State to vie for a Senatorial ticket in either Anambra Central District or South, as she might like.
Among those who had prevailed on Akunyili are ex-Vice-President Alex Ekwueme; a former Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, Chief Emeka Anyaoku; ex-Biafran leader, Chief Emeka Odumegwu-Ojukwu; a political godfather in Anambra State, Chief Chris Uba; the National Vice-Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Chief Olisah Metu and the National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance(APGA), Chief Victor Umeh.
Although Akunyili is a serving minister in a PDP administration, it was learnt that APGA is "more interested in giving the minister a Senatorial ticket than the PDP."
A source said: "There is pressure on Akunyili because stakeholders in Anambra have made up their minds to field independent-minded candidates in 2011 foe enhanced representation.
"The era of godfatherism is gone in Anambra politics. When she was approached, the minister resisted but our leaders have assured her of their support.
"The challenge before her is the platform upon which she will contest. APGA wants her to consolidate its grip on Anambra but the PDP sees Akunyili as its brand."
It was learnt that Akunyili has made up her mind to vie for a Senatorial seat.
A reliable source added: "She will leave the cabinet latest by the end of this month. There is no doubt about her resignation.
"She has concluded wider consultations on her desire and the response has been encouraging."
Asked whether the minister is leaving because of alleged frustration in the cabinet, the source added: "Not at all, she has no problem with anybody."
I'M NOT A GOOD SINGER SAYS M.I.
Rapper M.I said "When I rap i try to project my identity as an African. At the same time , I want to sound International so that non Africans can understand what i am saying I want to speak in the language that a Nigerian and an American can understand because i believe that my Nigeria experience is important to the America".
To be frank, I just didn't have a good voice . My voice isn't good enough for singing. When you listen to people like Darey , Banky W you will understand what i am saying. I'm simply not in their class. Since I'm not gifted with the right voice for singing I decided to stick with rap music.
WILLOW SMITH HAS BEEN NAMED ONE OF EBONY MAGAZINE's POWER 100 EMERGING LEADERS.
10 year old Willow Smith has been named one of Ebony magazine's Power 100 emerging leaders in entertainment.
"It means that I am changing people lives a lot because with my songs. Its making people feel more strong about themselves. I want to be an inspiration to kids, because sometimes parents don't like their kids to be out of the box, and sometimes that can be a little irritating, so I just say, breathe and go with the flow." Says Willow about the honor.
"It means that I am changing people lives a lot because with my songs. Its making people feel more strong about themselves. I want to be an inspiration to kids, because sometimes parents don't like their kids to be out of the box, and sometimes that can be a little irritating, so I just say, breathe and go with the flow." Says Willow about the honor.
NO BIG DEAL BEING IN A RELATIONSHIP WITH NAETO C - SASHA
Despite her visibility in the showbiz industry for some years now, Sasha has managed to avoid scandals. She says ' I try as much as possible to set a good example because i have a responsibility to show young people like myself that you do not have to be a stereotype'. i don't generally believe everything I read about other people. Its important for one tp form opinions on first hand facts," she notes.
10 December, 2010
From The Press: Only 8% Of Lagos Residents Are Illiterates.
The Director General of the Lagos State Agency for MassEducation, Benedict Adebisi has disclosed that 92% of inhabitants of Lagos are literate.
Adebisi while disclosing this in Lagos, said the statistics obtained from a recent survey by the National Commission for Mass Literacy, Adult and Non-Formal Education shows that no fewer than 17, 447, 905 inhabitants of the metropolis, which has an approximate population of 18, 965, 114 people, are literate.
He said the figure represents 92 percent of the population, compared to 1,517,209 illiterate people, representing 8 percent.
Adebisi said that compared to most other states of the federation, the literacy rate in Lagos were impressive.
“The state has been able to achieve this low illiteracy rate owing to the commitment of the government and the promotion of education among the illiterate population in the past 10 years,” he said.
The director explained that the feat was achieved through the establishment of many literacy centers in the metropolis to widen access and provide appropriate literacy materials.
“No fewer than 401,000 new literate people have been produced in the state within the period,” Mr. Adebisi said.
He reiterated the commitment of the state to attaining and even surpassing the UN Education for All target of 50 percent reduction in illiteracy rate by 2015.
To achieve this and even attain zero illiteracy by the target year, the director said that the agency had evolved strategies to produce no fewer than 3000 new literate people in each of the 57 local council development areas of the state.
“This is on the proviso that there is no influx of illiterate population into the state from the other states of the federation,” he said.
Adebisi said that to actualize the target, the agency is collaborating with religious organizations, NGOs, and community-based organizations to deliver adult education to learners.
The director, however, said that the agency was handicapped by inadequate funding, as well as logistics. He explained that the agency lacked such facilities as boats, life jackets, and vehicles that could enable the agency to penetrate the mainly illiterate rural and coastal areas of the state.
He commended the federal government for the timely release of funds to aid the agency’s work, and implored the Lagos State government to increase its funding of the agency.
culled from lagosindicatoronline.com
WILLOW SMITH JOIN JUSTINN BEIBER ON TOUR.
Willow Smith tweeted recently that she will be heading to Europe in March of 2011 to join Justin Bieber on tour. Seems that 'Whip My Hair' song is working out pretty well for the youngster. She has been named on many young entertainer lists, and the song will definitely feature on many playlists of the year.
ALEXANDRA BURKE REVEALED HER SECOND ALBUM WILL BE SEXIER THAN HER DEBUT.
Alexandra Burke has revealed that her second album will be "sexier" than her debut.
The "Start without you" singer confirmed that she is "half-way" through recording the follow-up to overcome
"In terms of album two, I've gone in a slightly different direction," she said. "It's not completely different but it's going to be a lot sexier and a lot more fun.
"None of the songs I've recorded that were meant for Overcome will make it onto album two."
She added: "The plan is to take album two to the States."
Burke confirmed that she would reunite with RedOne, who has produced several of her singles, and said that she hopes to work with Bruno Mars, Ne-Yo and Stargate on material.
However, the 21-year-old will take a break from recording for several months at the beginning of the year, when she embarks on her first UK tour.
BEANPOLE NEW SINGLE CELEBRATE.
Let's CELEBRATE with New single 'CELEBRATE' by BeanPole
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JANET JACKSON HAS CONFIRMED PLANS FOR A WORLD TOUR.
The 'Make Me' singer, who released her retrospective LP Number Ones earlier this year, will play 35 dates across the globe where she will perform each of her 35 number one hits.
In a blog on her official website, she said: "During the past several months I've had such wonderful experiences. I've released my Number Ones CD...and throughout this time I've heard from you - my fans - whom I cherish dearly.
"Many have asked when I will tour again - well today I'm really excited to answer that question, and I announce my largest ever world tour, celebrating 35 number ones.
"This tour will be different from those of the past in the way that I will exclusively perform songs from my number ones. You'll hear all the hits in 35 cities, which I want you to help me select."
She added: "Wherever possible I will perform in venues that will allow me to be up close so that I can be with you in a much more intimate setting."
After fans submitted their suggestion to the star's official website, the first city announced for the jaunt is Hong Kong, where she will perform next year on February 14. Further dates are expected to follow shortly.
Earlier this year Jackson promised that she would return to the UK for a live date in the near future.
In a blog on her official website, she said: "During the past several months I've had such wonderful experiences. I've released my Number Ones CD...and throughout this time I've heard from you - my fans - whom I cherish dearly.
"Many have asked when I will tour again - well today I'm really excited to answer that question, and I announce my largest ever world tour, celebrating 35 number ones.
"This tour will be different from those of the past in the way that I will exclusively perform songs from my number ones. You'll hear all the hits in 35 cities, which I want you to help me select."
She added: "Wherever possible I will perform in venues that will allow me to be up close so that I can be with you in a much more intimate setting."
After fans submitted their suggestion to the star's official website, the first city announced for the jaunt is Hong Kong, where she will perform next year on February 14. Further dates are expected to follow shortly.
Earlier this year Jackson promised that she would return to the UK for a live date in the near future.
Cheryl Cole 'turns to religion'
Cheryl Cole has reportedly turned to religion for reassurance after her "worst ever year".This year has seen the X Factor judge divorce husband Ashley, struck down with malaria and face a backlash over some of her decisions on the ITV show. The Sun claims that Cole has now sought guidance from "higher powers".
"Cheryl has awakened her spiritual side," a source said. "She has been tapping into higher powers for answers and guidance.
"She's been doing some deep thinking - especially after malaria. Christianity is closest to her, but she's open to other religious influences."
It was added that Cole's close friend Derek Hough is a Mormon, while Black Eyed Peas frontman will.i.am, her frequent collaborator, is also religious.
ADAMS OSHIOMOLE POSTPONES DAUGHTER'S WEDDING.
Apparently due to the death, on Tuesday, of his wife, the Edo State Governor, Adams Oshiomhole on Thursday announced the postponement of the wedding ceremony of his daughter, Jane.
The wedding was earlier scheduled to hold on Sunday, December 12. No new date has been fixed.
A statement by the Special Adviser, Media Affairs to the governor, Tony Iriase, said, “This is to inform all invited guests, that both the traditional engagement and marriage solemnisation between the daughter of Edo State Governor, Miss Jane Adams Oshiomhole and Mr. Achi Adukwu, earlier scheduled to hold at the bride’s country home at Iyamoh, near Auchi on Sunday, December 12, 2010 and Holy Trinity Church, Maitama, Abuja on Saturday, December 18, 2010, have been postponed owing to unforeseen circumstances.
“A new date will soon be communicated to all our guests. We regret the inconveniences.
09 December, 2010
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FUTURE AWARD NOMINEES LIST.
All the nominees will be celebrated at an invitation-only media and VIP Nominees Reception on Sunday December 19, 2010 – where they will also be inducted into the elite The Future Alumni Network. The event will also be an opportunity to raise money for Love on the Streets, an NGO working with disadvantaged children of the Dustbin Estate, Lagos.
ACTOR OF THE YEAR
Ufuoma Ejenobor 29
Uche Jumbo 31
Ini Edo 28
Gideon Okeke 27
Matilda Obaseki 24
Mercy Johnson 27
Tonto Dike 25
Gbenro Ajibade 26
BEST USE OF ADVOCACY
Nmachi Jidenma (Celebrating Progress Africa (CP-Africa.com)/Civic Participation) 22
Orode Uduaghan (Pink Pearl Cancer Foundation/Cancer) 21
Tola Sunmonu (Harambe Nigeria/Agriculture) 22
Ohimai Amaize (B.L.I.N.G. Cybercrime/Civic Participation) 26
Emmanuel Odiase (SmokeFree Foundation/Smoking) 28
Esther Agbarakwe (Nigerian Youth Climate Coalition/Sustainable Development) 26
Francis Anyaegbu (Youth in Transit/Entrepreneurship) 25
Muyideen Salau (Students in Free Enterprise/Agriculture) 29
BEST USE OF SCIENCE
Ify Aniebo 27
Otejiri Oghoghorie 25
Bayo Olushola Omoyiola 31
Moyinoluwa Odugbemi 21
Folashade Kuforiji 23
Taiwo Adewole 31
Debo Olaosebikan 25
Owoeye Oluwatoyosi 30
BEST USE OF TECHNOLOGY
Olalekan Ayorinde 31
Nkemdili Uwaje 25
Temi Kolawole 25
Iruoye Tolulope 27
Mubarak Mohammed Abdulahi 27
Saheed Adepoju 25
Mayowa Owolabi 27
Tim Akinbo 29
BUSINESS OWNER OF THE YEAR
Bode Pedro (Veda Technology) 27
Toyosi Akerele (Rise Networks) 25
Perez Nekabari (Arden & Newton) 27
Erefa Fynecontry (Doheney Services) 29
Tunde Alade (Dynamix) 29
Karo Agono (Tremor Perfect) 30
Ajiboye Oyeleke (Efficacy Homes) 28
Baye Onipe Patrick (Golden Loaf Bakery)26
COMEDIAN OF THE YEAR
Teju Babyface 27
Princess 30
Seyi Law 27
Jedidiah 31
Tunde Ednut 25
Emeka Smith 27
Omobaba 28
Wale Gates 29
CREATIVE ARTIST OF THE YEAR
Adekunle Samuel Owolabi (Design) 25
Onyeka Nwelue (Prose) 22
Ogunnubi Babadeji (Visual) 22
Aisha Augie-Kuta (Photography) 30
Zainabu Jallo (Prose) 31
Chibundu Onuzo (Prose) 19
Babatunde Adebola (Visual) 26
Jaiyeola Ladipo (Visual) 23
CREATIVE PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
Osagie Osarenkhoe (Manager) 26
Samuel Olatunji (Publicist) 29
Dimeji Alara (Stylist) 27
Bolaji Animashaun (Stylist) 23
Janet Nwose (Manager) 28
Nike Fagbule (Publicist) 25
Godwin Tom (Manager) 23
Bobby Taylor (Publicist) 28
Toni Payne (Manager/Publicist) 30
Emem Ema (Manager) 31
DESIGNER OF THE YEAR
Bridget Awosika (Bridget Awosika) 30
Ugonma Adegoke (Zebra Living) 31
Ugonna Omeruo (House of Nwocha) 26
Funke Ogunde (Phunk Afrique) 25
Akpos Okudu (Akpos) 26
Yvonne Nwosu (Vonne) 27
Rukky Ladoja (Grey) 26
Ebubedike Mary (West & Couture) 27
EXCELLENCE IN PUBLIC SERVICE
Damilola Ogunbiyi (Lagos State Government)
Oluwadamilola Olushola, 23, (General Hospital Ifako)
Dr. Momoh Rabiu 25 (Lagos University Teaching Hospital)
Hakeem Shagaya 26(Ministry of Finance)
Emmanuel Etim 30 (Africa Union)
Iorfa Tor-Anyiin 27 (Federal Medical Centre, Makurdi)
Fatima Zara Modibo 27 (National Hospital Abuja and Consultant, Human Institute of Virology)
Oladayo Afolabi, 24, (University of Maiduguri)
JOURNALIST OF THE YEAR
Kemi Ajumobi 31 (BusinessDay)
Lolade Adewuyi 30 (TELL)
Toyosi Ogunseye 26 (The Punch)
Nicholas Ibekwe 29 (NEXT)
Latasha Nwugbe 27 (Thisday)
Tolu Ogunlesi 28 (NEXT)
Chilee Agunanna 26 (Encomium)
Yinka Ibukun 26 (Reuters)
Arukaino Umukoro 31 (TELL)
Segun Adeoye 30 (TELL)
MAGAZINE OF THE YEAR
Soundcity Blast
FAB
WOW
SideView
Vibez
Dynamix
Ace
Swag
MUSICIAN OF THE YEAR
Dr. SID 30
Banky W 29
Timaya 30
Mo‘Cheddah 20
Naeto C 28
Da Grin 25 (RIP)
Jesse Jagz 26
J Martins 30
MUSIC PRODUCER OF THE YEAR
DJ Klem 26
JMartins 30
So Sick 27
Tee Y Mix 28
Dokta Frabz 25
J Sleek 22
IKON 25
Sazzy (Osaze Omobunde - RIP) 27
ON-AIR PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR (RADIO)
Tolu Oniru [Toolz] 24 (Beat FM)
Gbemileke ‘Oscar’ Oyinsan 26 (Inspiration FM)
Lorenzo Menakaya 26 (Lion FM, Enugu)
Christopher Molokwu 29 (Cool FM, Abuja)
Tosyn Bucknor [Area Mama] 29 (Top Radio)
Matse Uwatse 29 (Wazobia FM)
Joyce 26 (Cool FM, Lagos)
Oreka Godis 26 (Beat FM)
Dotun 26 (Cool FM, Lagos)
Wana Udobang 26 (Inspiration FM)
ON-AIR PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR (TV)
Cynthia Okpala 25 (MTV Base)
Isio Wanogho 27 (Spice TV/G-Bam)
Efemena Tommy Adabamu 24(Excite on TV)
Kemi Adetiba 30(Maltina DanceAll)
Yvonne Ekwere 25 [Vixen] (Silverbird TV)
Eku Edewor 24 (Studio 53 Extra)
Andre Blaze 27 (Nigezie)
Tana Egbo 26 (Peak Talent Show)
PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR (CORPORATE)
Adeniyi Olutayo, 31, (Head of Internal Audit, Nestle)
Tony Usidamen, 30, (Group Communications Manager, Dana Group)
Kunle Olaifa 30 (Talent Acquisition Leader, General Electric)
Kola Osinowo 30 (Care Solutions Manager, Nokia)
Akintola Olufemi, 31, (Brand Manager, Nestle)
Tokini Peterside 25 (Communications Manager, GD Netter)
Tosin Adefope 28 (Lawyer, Tadef Inc)
Emmanuel Adediwura, 24, (Business Development Manager of Ascent Resources and Educational Services Limited)
Oye Akindeinde, 31, (Chief Information Officer, Compliance & Content Monitoring Nigeria Limited)
Owoeye Oluwatoyosi, 30, (Physiotherapist, Lagos University Teaching Hospital)
SCREEN PRODUCER OF THE YEAR
Imoh Umoren 28
Clarence Peters 28
Kemi Adetiba 30
Mex 28
Soji Ogunnaike 27
Yinka Obebe 30
Onye Ubanatu 29
Chineze Anyaene 27
SPORTSPERSON OF THE YEAR
CHINEDU OBASI (Football) 24
VINCENT ENYEAMA (Football) 28
CHRISTIANA NWOYE (Wrestling)
Desire Oparanozie (Football) 17
MOBOLAJI AKIODE (Basketball) 28
TOSIN OKE (Triple Jump) 30
PETER EMELIEZE (Athletics) 22
JANET DUNG (Athletics) 24
TEAM OF THE YEAR
CelebrityRead Africa
YGC Africa
B.L.I.N.G.
Knighthouse
NotJustOk.com
ConnectNigeria.com
Super Falcons
Jobberman.com
YOUNG PERSON OF THE YEAR
Nnaemeka Ikegwuonu 28– Advocate
Don Jazzy 29 – Entrepreneur
Genevieve Nnaji 31 – Actor
Psquare 30 – Artiste
Uche Eze 26 - Entrepreneur
Nneka (Egbuna) 29 – Artiste
Makinde Adeagbo 25 – Innovator
Ojoma Ochai 29 – Intrapreneur
Debo Olaosebikan 25 – Scientist
Blessing Okaragbe 22– Athlete
EVE TO HOST MAMA 2010 IN LAGOS.
MTV and Airtel today revealed that contemporary rap icon T-Pain is to visit Nigeria to perform at the 2010 MTV Africa Music Awards with Airtel (MAMA). South African house trio Big Nuz and four-time MAMA winner D’Banj (Nigeria) will also perform at the show, which takes place at the Eko Expo Hall, Lagos on 11 December 2010.
The MTV Africa Music Awards with Airtel will be hosted by US hip-hop artist and actress Eve while guest presenters will include Dama Do Bling (Mozambique), Liquideep (South Africa), Nneka (Nigeria/USA), Nigerian striker Daniel Amokachi, supermodel Oluchi and film star
Genevieve Nnaji
.
The news was announced today at a press conference at the Eko Hotel & Suites, Lagos, Nigeria by Alex Okosi, Senior Vice President & Managing Director, MTV Networks Africa, in the presence of Mr Opeyemi Bamidele, The Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Obinna Aniche, Group Marketing Manager, Airtel Africa and Joseph Hundah, Managing Director, Multichoice Nigeria. MTV Networks Africa also revealed that it has introduced an additional award category, Best Performance, for the 2010 edition of the show.
The MTV Africa Music Awards with Airtel will be hosted by US hip-hop artist and actress Eve while guest presenters will include Dama Do Bling (Mozambique), Liquideep (South Africa), Nneka (Nigeria/USA), Nigerian striker Daniel Amokachi, supermodel Oluchi and film star
Genevieve Nnaji
.
The news was announced today at a press conference at the Eko Hotel & Suites, Lagos, Nigeria by Alex Okosi, Senior Vice President & Managing Director, MTV Networks Africa, in the presence of Mr Opeyemi Bamidele, The Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Obinna Aniche, Group Marketing Manager, Airtel Africa and Joseph Hundah, Managing Director, Multichoice Nigeria. MTV Networks Africa also revealed that it has introduced an additional award category, Best Performance, for the 2010 edition of the show.
07 December, 2010
ALICIA KEYS BIG DONATION FROM THE DIGITAL.
Alicia Keys’ & Other Celebs Come Back From The Digital Dead Thanks To Big Donation
Alicia Keys, Ryan Seacrest and more came back to “life” today after taking almost a week off of twitter and facebook while trying to raise $1 million dollars for Alicia Keys’ Keep A Child Alive Foundation.
Earlier today, the combined celebs had raised less than $300,000, but thanks to billionaire “Stewie Rah Rah” huge donation of half a million dollars, the foundation reached it’s goal. Money raised will go towards:
**Providing their clinic in Uganda with everything they need to care for more than 7,000 people living with HIV/AIDS for an entire year.By the way, Usher must have forgotten he tweeted over the weekend...
• Running their child rescue program in South Africa for the next 3 years, bringing justice to hundreds of children victimized by rape, and protecting thousands more.
• Provide a year’s supply of medicine, food, care and support to 1500 children in South Africa, orphaned by AIDS or living in child-headed households.
• Expand the programs at their safe-house project in India to more than 1,000 people, helping them regain their health and overcome the stigma of living with HIV/AIDS for 5 years.
GLO NAIJA SINGS ENDS AS CASEY WINS.
Casey has been announced as the winner of the second season of Glo Naija Sings at the grand finale which took place at the MNET Studios in Lagos. ‘I got out of my comfort zone by performing songs by Fela with my R ‘n’B style; I had to conquer that phobia. Right now the competition is not over; I’m entering the industry so I’ve got more competition again. Everyone is expecting a successful musical career from me, something new; no one is expecting crap and that’s the task I have to live up to because I’m not going to make music for myself,’ said Casey in a recent interview.
‘I intend to invest with the money and get back to school and take care of my family. I want to learn something in a music school. I just don’t want to win this money and disappear into thin air. I want to do something big in music that’s why I have a competition, challenge and serious work to do. I have to step up, from my packaging to the kind of music people want’, he added.
Casey went home with a $100,000 cash prize and a Toyota Rav 4. He was also made a Glo Ambassador.