Linda Ikeji, Chude Jideonwo, Noble Igwe & others inspire young people at The Future Awards Online Master Class

Noble Igwe

On Wednesday July 25, 2012, yet another milestone was accomplished when The Future Awards held the extraordinary Online Business Master Class for bloggers and New Media entrepreneurs.
The training which held at the Terra Kulture, Victoria Island, Lagos, brought together various individuals –bloggers, copy editors, IT enthusiasts, writers, and social media users together with some of Nigeria’s most influential personalities online.

“We are impressed with the training which everyone can see has been a huge success. We are grateful to our facilitators for obliging us their time and to participants for coming. The level of impact has been simply amazing,” said Chude Jideonwo, Executive Director of The Future Project.

The training began with the Chief Information Officer of Daily Times, Mr Cheta Nwanze speaking on the topic: ‘Getting your Technology Right.’ He outlined various tips for generating traffic such as consistency, building content with the intended audience  in mind, and active Social Media updates directing users to the site.
Nigeria’s super blogger, Linda Ikeji stayed true to her girl-next-door persona speaking extempore. She traced her history in blogging and revealed the many challenges she had to overcome to become the established blogger that she is. She maintained that her consistency over the years is what gave her the edge. She spoke about her

Winnie Mandela To Appear on MTV Base Meets

Winnie Madikizela-Mandela with Youth Panellists and Sizwe Dhlomo

 South African politician, anti-apartheid campaigner and former President of the ANC Women’s League, Winnie Madikizela-Mandela has been chosen to participate in the second season of MTV Base Meets…with MTN.  Sponsored by Africa’s leading mobile company, the motivational youth empowerment initiative and multimedia campaign aims to stimulate dialogue between ‘thought leaders’ and young African entrepreneurs.

Ms Madikizela-Mandela joins previously announced ‘influencers’, Senegalese-American R&B and Hip Hop artist Akon, Hip-Hop pioneer and entrepreneur, Russell Simmons, South Sudanese supermodel Alek Wek, His Excellency Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, former President of Nigeria, and Togolese international soccer star and Manchester City striker, Emmanuel Adebayor.

MTV Base Meets Winnie Madikizela-Mandela with MTN was recorded on Monday 16 July at her home in Soweto, with MTV Base VJ Sizwe Dhlomo and a panel of young people from across the continent. The episode featuring Ms Madikizela-Mandela will premiere to 50 countries across Africa on Wednesday 5 September 2012.

The news of Ms Madikizela-Mandela’s involvement comes as MTV Base prepares to screen the first episode of the new series of MTV Base Meets…with MTN on 1 August 2012 on MTV Base (DStv Channel 322). The  special “Best of” episode pinpoints the best highlights from Season 1, which featured leading figures from the realms of entertainment, politics, fashion and sport,

THE LAGOS MAKEUP FAIR (LMUF) – CALL FOR PARTICIPATION

POPS Concepts presents the “The MakeUp Fair Series”. The MakeUp Fair series is a makeup and beauty shopping extravaganza and is intended to give makeup and beauty professionals a great platform from which to conclude business with attendees/visitors by showcasing and demonstrating their products to potential customers. The MakeUp Fair Series is designed to hold in different cities in Nigeria.

Abuja MakeUp Fair AMUF (1st Edition) was the first in the series which took place 5th May, 2012 and the second in the series is the Lagos MakeUp Fair (LMUF) which will hold 8th September, 2012 followed closely by the second edition of the AMUF which will hold 13th

End the Story winners announced: Olubunmi Familoni (Entry 18) wins top prize

Olubunmi Familoni has been awarded First Prize in the first Seunwrites.com #EndtheStory
Competition.

Familoni is a self-acclaimed “quintessential polymath” from Ibadan in Oyo state, Nigeria. His twitter
handle is @OFamiloni

His Entry (18) was selected by a majority of the judges out of the Top 10 entries judged at the final
stage of the month long writing competition. Olubunmi’s entry was awarded top prize by the judges
for its “strong continuity of the storyline and conclusion.” He also scored big on narration style,
grammar and creative writing style.

Coming in rather closely in second place, is Ogunyemi Bukola with Entry 9, which the judges think is

Apply Now!! Elite Model Look Nigeria 2012 Casting is still on

The final list for this year’s show will now be announced on Saturday 27th August 2012.

Casting is still opened to both male and females models who would like to part take in this year’s Elite Model Look. Please send your pictures to info@elitemodellooknigeria.com

The final casting would be held August 17th 2012 at The Studio (71, Raymond Njoku Ikoyi Lagos) 10am-1pm

For more information please call Yemi on 08033278752..

NEW APPLICANTS ONLY - http://www.facebook.com/elohor.bethmodels

New Post by Andhiii - 'Thoughts'

One of the perks/annoyances of studying Psychology is that it fucks with your mind. You think
a lot more than you ever did. Trying to analyse, observe, and understand human behaviour and
reasoning. Sometimes, it is fun but other times, you feel like Cyclops who is now learning to control
his flaming eyes without his fancy red sunglasses. And for a person like me, who, before studying this
subject thought a lot, my mind is in overdrive (that the right word, right?) and I think that might lose
it soon.

I’m done with University. Fours years of learning, presentations, projects, assignments, annoying
lecturers, failed quizzes, successful exams, emotional drama, drunken nights, tears and strife. I am
a deep, emotional child. Schooling in another man’s country with so many different people thrown
in my face at once, after being kept at home 24/7 most of my life, was a huge…err…issue. I’m home
now. All grown up, I think, about to turn twenty; waiting patiently for my graduation in September
and praying for an admission into Graduate School. (Ain’t nothing better than school after school.)

For those who know me well, I dislike staying at home. And staying at home means staying at home,
which means I don’t go anywhere and I am in the house everyday. Except Sundays and days when I
have to step out for official issues but since all my life is in Ghana, well most of it, I have little official
business here. And the worst thing to do for a person who thinks a lot is to put them in a situation
where they have to think more. Read a book? No. After spending four years reading Handouts,
and Textbooks and lots of other readable junk overnight, in the morning, all day, everyday; reading
has now become something I avoid but I’m getting back on the wagon now. I’m currently on Jane
Austen’s Sense and Sensibility. Even writing that used to be my pleasure and favourite form of

Spinlet Tours Nigerian Universities with Chidinma, Ms Jaie, L.O.S, Rocksteady and Others

Spinlet has announced further plans to tour 10 Nigerian Universities in a highly anticipated month long music fiesta. The Samsung/Spinlet University tour, which is aimed at entertaining Nigerian students with the very best of Nigerian music from their favourite artists, has been touring selected universities across the country namely Unical, UNEC, FUTO, Uniport, Uniben, Uniuyo, OOU, UI, OAU and Unilag.

The Samsung/Spinlet tour began on 2^nd July 2012 ends on 9^th September 2012.

The tour, the first of its kind between the mobile giant, Samsung Nigeria and Spinlet, Nigeria’s premier digital music download platform, will also see students winning unique branded prizes and other fantastic give aways during the concerts.

Ms. Jaie

Chief Marketing Officer of Spinlet, Mark Redguard, revealed that the tour is one of the many ways that Spinlet is reaching out to its teeming consumers. “Spinlet is passionate about the development of Nigerian up and coming talents; and is the only distribution

New Video: Flavour Ft. Fally Ipupa - Kwarikwa Remix

Nigerian music has indeed cut across borders with a lot of collaborations to show for it, not with our American counterparts this time but within the African continent.

What do you think the outcome would be when you have two SUPER Talented acts in their genre of music, FLAVOUR the King of new school highlife music and FALLY IPUPA the emperor of the new trend makossa rhythm - it just has to be share bliss.

The per locked horns for the remix of Flavour's KWARIKWA, a track off his 2nd album UPLIFTED (available on iTunes)
A beautiful love tune yet with that spice to get you dancing plus Fally Ipupa lacing it up with his sweet

Loud On Sound Concert in Pictures - They Came, They Rocked and Conquered

Bridge L.O.S Performing

Check out performance pictures from Loud On Sound Concert with L.O.S [Bridge, Briss B , Yung and Tomi]. The event took place at Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island on Friday July 27th.

Pictures speak louder than words... Check them out!!!

Mr Engager

Watch Batonga: A Stage Play At Terra Kulture Powered by Seeing Through The Arts Productions

Batonga is a highly educative and entertaining stage production on child trafficking. It aims to create a consciousness and probably a solution on these issues that surround child trafficking and also raise funds for an NGO that rehabilitates children who have recovered from this situation.

Join us, as we follow the heart rending story of a 13 year old girl who was taken to lagos from Ibadan and was exploited and abused by her 'masters'.

Batonga, will surely impact your life in a special way, and we hope it will move you to take an informed decision against Child trafficking.

Venue: Terra Kulture, Tiamiyu Savage road, Victoria Island
Time: 4pm. 
Dates: 5th Aug to August 26th 
Ticket: 2,500

You can also get your tickets on Dealdey. Get 60% off the normal price and buy for N1,000

To buy your tickets, please call Sade Ademuyiwa (08077921406)

Association of Professional Party Organizers and Event Managers of Nigeria [APPOEMN] Set to Launch August 1st 2012

Events have always been a part of our culture, but in the recent past it has received a sudden boost. There is a desire to mix international growing trends with the existing tradition. This rise in interest in the event management industry in Nigeria has led to the establishment of APPOEMN – Association of Professional Party Organizers and Event Managers of Nigeria. APPOEMN is a new association with a mix of seasoned Wedding and Events Professionals that have been at the forefront of Event Planning and Coordination in Nigeria, for the past 10 years.

The Mission of the association is to educate, advance and promote the events industry and its network of professionals along with related industries. The association also aims to give

Christine Soars to the Limelight

On the 3rd of August 2012, Christine is set to deliver a beautifully live acoustic performance at the Alliance Francaise, Herbert Macaulay, Sabo Yaba by 4pm.

Christine best known for her folk/pop/rock/alternative/afro-soul renditions intends to wow her audience delightfully, distribute her Ep "Felicia" (in appreciation of her mother) and make her delectable videos available to her audience on that day.

Auctions for Christine's limited edition album "Life Under Construction" will be held and donations can be made to

Arsenal Players Visit Nigeria.. See More Photos Here

Deepak Srivastava, Chief Operating Officer and Executive Director, Airtel Nigeria welcoming the Arsenal team on a partnership visit to Nigeria while Arsenal Defender, Per Mertesacker (l) and Striker Lukas Podolski (r)look on

(L-R) Arsenal Defender, Per Mertesacker, Chief Marketing Officer, Airtel Nigeria, Olu Akanmu and Arsenal German Striker, Lukas Podolski during the visit of the players to Nigeria as part of the partnership between the premiership side and Airtel Nigeria.

Video: Good Morning - BrymO

Chocolate City presents the Official Video for the 2nd single by Brymo ( Ibrahim Ashimi Olawale ) titled Good Morning. The video was shot on location in Lagos Nigeria and directed by Aje Filmworks.

Lovely video I must say.. watch and share your thoughts..

eLDee's "UNDENIABLE" North American Club Tour

If you didn’t get a chance to experience eLDee’s Undeniable Club Tour, here’s your chance!  International Recording Artist eLDee is set to launch the North American leg of his Undeniable tour this September with a heavy surprise guest performance line up.  The tour kicks off September massively with a surprise performance from a popular American artist joining eLDee in Toronto, Ontario.

The Canadian leg of the Undeniable tour will stop in 5 cities which include Ottawa, Toronto, Windsor, Vancouver, Calgary and Winnipeg.

More Eldee: Facebook: elDee Music | Twitter: @eLDeeTheDon | Trybe Records

Arsenal Players Visit Nigeria

Arsenal players - Bacary Sagna, Lukas Podolski, and Per Mertesacker   are in Lagos Nigeria to meet some Arsenal fans.

Yesterday they worked out with Malta Guinness low sugar consumers and fitness instructor Kaffy at Eko Hotel.

See more pictures after the cut..

Arsenal Unveils Airtel Rising Stars [ARS] Top Talents

Arsenal Football Club of England yesterday presented to the Nigerian public the five most outstanding youngsters discovered at the just concluded National Finals of the on-going Airtel Rising Stars Season 2
U-17 tournament for boys and girls.

Three senior Arsenal players on a partnership visit to Nigeria namely, Bacari Sagna, Per Merteserker and Lukas Podoski unveiled the youngsters at an exclusive Airtel event held at the prestigious Eko Hotel & Suite, Victoria Island, Lagos.

The five youngsters are Gift Nevo (Best Goal keeper in the female category), Rafiat Aweda (Golden Boot winner and Most valuable Player, Female category), Ibrahim Benjamin (Best Goal Keeper, Male category), Yakubu Gambo, (Most Valuable Player, Male category) and Bilyaminu Sani (Golden Boot winner, Male
Category).

Speaking during the fun-filled presentation ceremony, Olu Akanmu, Chief Marketing Officer of Airtel Nigeria reiterated the commitment of the leading telecoms operator to creating and providing Nigerian youngsters with ample opportunities to succeed in their professional careers and respective endeavours.


“This, indeed, is the best of times for grassroots football in Nigeria. It has always been our dream to create a

Red Carpet Pictures from Loud On Sound Music and Fashion Concert

The much talked about Fashion - Music Concert ‘Loud on Sound’ has come and gone but the events of the night was on the lips of fashion pundits and music critics.

The event took place on Friday July 27, 2012 at Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island. Tagged ‘Loud On Sound’, the concert was electrifying right from the Red carpet session, all the way down to the Fashion show and various performances. 

Celebrities spotted at the event were: Tosin Martins, Dj Jimmy Jatt, Tunde 'Tee A' Adewale, Dj Caise, Kevin Orifa and others.


Call it a fashion-style concert or concert-style fashion show, guests were eager to watch L.O.S [Yung, Briss B, Tomi Thomas and Bridge] perform on stage.  

Industry Acts like Burna Boy, Ms. Jaie, Sasha P, Mr Engager, L.N.C, DRB Lasgidi,

FACTORY78 - Nigerian Basketball Olympic Team Training Session

Factory78tv had the privilege of joining the historic Nigerian Basketball team D'Tigers for a training session in London right before the competition started. The players were in full competition mode after a dramatic and inspiring win against The Dominican Republic giving the team the final Basketball competition spot at the London 2012 games. Watch the history makers train and chat to F78tv about their journey to London and their expectations for the championship.

Zen Magazine Exclusive Interview with The Super Ripped Modu Seye

To wrap up another exciting month here at Zen is our exclusive interview with Senegalese Model, Entrepreneur and Fitness Trainer, Modu Seye.Modu gives us an inside look into how each athlete at the Olympic Games will stay fit, why fitness is important in some events and his vision for his brand ‘MODUVATED‘

Reel Radio Berths in Lagos

On July 14th 2012, REEL RADIO launch held at Likwid Lounge in Victoria Island, Lagos. Hosted by MamaUch and MisiMolu. It was a very well organised event, with everything going smoothly.

Red carpet kicked off promptly with Nigezie, Reel Radio’s very own Shola Ajayi and Ohaxx grilling the guests as they eagerly made their way in to witness the various acts billed for the night. There were several blogs also in attendance to cover the event and heavy weights such as Coca Cola, Blackberry and MTN were also present to witness the Launch of REEL RADIO!

Misimolu and MamaUch

It was a fun-filled, successful affair with the likes of DJ Jimmy Jatt, Yemi Alade, Mo’Blow, NPZ, General Pype, Gabriel Afolayan and Show Dem Camp (SDC) to mention a few, showing their support.

The night kicked off with the dulcet tones of the gorgeous Gabriel Afolayan, followed by performances by artistes such as Yemi Alade who gave a great stage performance, capturing the audience with both her

What Rocked and What Sucked Last Weekend

Weekend Entertainment Review by Supergal


Okay, a lot went down over the weekend and during the week within the Nigerian Entertainment industry and beyond. So, let's get to the gist, even though you might have read about them on my blog and several other blog sites and the social media. I know you guys love to come here so I feel I should pamper you this weekend with a one-on-one load-down of events and personalities  that got many of us tweeting and even going out to join the rave as we did with Davido's OBO launch. Whoops! That's one event I can't afford not to mention but let me save the gist for a second.

Now ladies, all ye Naeto C hopeful abi na wannabe girlfriends am sure you all got that shocker over the weekend when Mr ten over ten took to the altar and say 'I do' to a lady am sure you all are very jealous of right now. Maybe some of you, especially the Unilag ones, have not even gotten over  the heartbreak yet. Awww...wait o!!!, heartbreak?? Naeto C may never have met anyone of you one-on-one apart from waving you from a stage while performing and left you screaming and wishing you can steal a night with the

Dear Nigerians, Help Save Jude Osemeke Life

I got this in my mail this morning.. This message is to the general public as they seek the help of Nigerians out there to Save the life of Jude Osemeke. 


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On behalf of Mr Ibezim Jude Osemeke to appeal to your good conscience to assist us in sponsoring him for overseas medical treatment. About four months ago, Ibe suddenly developed hearing impairment, change in voice and severe headache and weakness of the body. He was seen at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital by a neurosurgeon who then requested for a CT Scan of the Brain. The report indicated that Ibe has brain tumour called Chordoma. The neurosurgeon then advised him to seek medical attention abroad.

Jude on the hospital bed

According to the family members, they have contacted several reputable neurosurgery centres in India and all are of the opinion that he will benefit from surgery. The definitive surgery which will be in two phases is estimated to

Get Ready For YNaija Blackberry-Powered #Hashtag Party This July

Saturday, 28th July, 2012 is set to be unforgettable as YNaija, the sister brand to premium youth contemporary culture platform Y! Magazine will hold its quarterly party, #Hashtag.

The last edition featured guests including Jay-Jay Okocha, Stella Damasus, MI Abaga and others and th also is set to be an exciting evening of all things trending in Fashion, Music and of course, networking. #Hashtag will also feature a stellar cast of performers, good food, fine wine, great company, and the paparazzi.

"No, this is not going to be a Red carpet evening," says Rachel Ogbu, Editor of YNaija.com, "It's a unique black carpet experience to look forward to. Themed Connect, it will be evening to connect with an eclectic pool of guests, all powered by mobile technology giant BlackBerry, our partners on this edition.

"We are very excited about this partnership with BlackBerry," Ms. Ogbu continues, “As this brand continues to be the most powerful tool for connectivity in Nigeria and even across Africa with its unrivalled BBM chat, amongst

DJ NEPTUNE Presents The Official 2012 Ghana Meet Naija Concert Mixtape

Award winning International DJ Neptune from Nigeria releases the official mix tape for the just concluded 2012 Ghana Meet Naija Concert in Accra, Ghana 30th of June, 2012. According to DJ Neptune, the Ghana Meet Naija mix tape is his own way of contributing to the growth of the music industry and also bridging the gap in terms of music between both countries. The 2012 Ghana Meets Naija mix tape has few songs from the Ghanian and Nigerian artiste who took part in the concert that was put together by Empire Group in Ghana and other hit tracks from prominent artistes.

The artiste that performed at the sold concert include DJ Neptune, M.I, DavidO, Tiwa Savage, Brymo,Julius Agwu and YQ from Nigeria and 4X4, Guru, Keche, Kaaki, R2Bees, Bino, Kwaw kese,

Teju Babyface and Tobi Banjoko Set to Wed on September 1st

The popular comedian and MC Teju Babyface and Tobi have been dating for a while. Tobi; an undergraduate of  Lagos State University, a Model, Make-up Artist, and Beauty Queen Aspirant. Teju Babyface proposed to her on February 14th this year. 


Tobi also won the Lagos Carnival Beauty pageant in 2010, before representing Ondo state at last year's Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria pageant, where she won the Miss Photogenic crown. 


The comedian will tie the knot with his fiancée on September 1st , 2012.


Congratulations to them!!!

P-Square to Bury Mum on August 2

The body of  Mrs. Josephine Okoye,  which is currently in a Lagos private mortuary, will be laid to rest in her husband’s house at Ifite-Dunu, Akwa Village, Anambra State on Thursday, 2 August, 2012.

Before the burial, there will be a lying-in-state at her Umunachi, Umudioka Village, Anambra State and a church service at St. Gabriel Catholic Church, before the proper burial at Ifite-Dunu, which will also be the reception venue and is expected to be attended by colleagues of P-Square in the entertainment industry and some state governors amid tight security.

Late Mrs Josephine Okoye is survived by her husband, Mr. Moses Okoye and children: Christopher, Henry, Jude, Lilian, Tony, Peter, Paul and Mary. 

Kefee's ex-husband, Alec Godwin Welcomes Baby Girl

Alec Godwin ended his three-year marriage with Gospel Singer Kefee Obareki in 2008.  Its just six months after his second wedding to his wife. 


Alec Godwin is now a proud father of a baby girl. Sources say Alec Godwin’s wife delivered at a Lagos hospital yesterday July 25, 2012.


Congratulations to them!!!!

Dotun CoolFM bags another Future Awards Nomination

Oladotun Ojuolape AKayode aka ‘D.O to the T.U.N’ is a man who wears many hats. His profile as a dancer/choreographer, voice-over artiste, master of ceremonies and broadcaster is enviable to his peers. He has come to find out the dignity of hard work, the reward of perseverance and satisfaction of success in his chosen endeavours.

Born in 1984 in Lagos State to a mother (nurse) and a father (civil engineer), Dotun’s passion for the arts began in his tender years when he fell in love with the flawlessly supreme dance moves of the King of Pop Michael Jackson and the wild stage antics of soul brother number 1, James Brown. This passion led him to begin dancing as part of the group called IGNITE just after he passed out from high school. His skills as a dancer eventually landed him in popular music videos for some A-list artistes such as D’Banj and DJ Zeez.

Dotun’s drive for all things entertainment and media further steered his mind towards studying Mass Communications at the the Lagos State University(LASU) and even though he specialized in Advertising and

Check out Uche Jombo and Kenney Rodriguez Wedding Photos

This Edition of Wow magazine features pictures of Nollywood Actress Uche Jombo’s wedding to her Husband Kenney Rodriguez.

Check out the exclusive pictures in Wow Magazine

Music Premiere: L.O.S - 'Pamparampe'

They’re still setting every dance floor ‘On Fire’ with their ‘Bad Guy P’. Now it’s time to ‘Pampanrampe’ with L.O.S!

Song Title: Pamparampe

Artist : L.O.S

Download Here

Winner of Terry Tha Rapman's Zombie Competition, Blaq Bonez Drops First Single- STRONGER

Upcoming dope lyricist Blaq Bonez whose real names are Emeka Akumefule brings his 1st single off his "Hip Hop in Blaq Mixtape"after burning cyphers and making a strong name for himself in Nigeria's underground rap scene . "Stronger Rmx" which is based off Kanye West's 2007 hit single of the same title features Oga Believe and Rap Kultcha. This is the young rapper's his first showing since winning the Terry Tha Rapman Zombie competition in February.

His debut mixtape is set to feature some of the most respected rappers within Nigeria. Hip Hop In Blaq is powered by Wrekkhodds Entertainment. 

You can follow him on Twitter : @thablaqbonez

Durella Storms The Big Friday Show Episode 6

Wildly popular pop act, DURELLA who has earned massive following on the streets with his music and strong persona takes his turn on this week's edition of Nigeria's most popular weekly TV show “The Big Friday show” hosted by Ace Comedian, Basket Mouth.

The Big Friday Show, episode six will feature “The Big Friday Show Vlog” segment brought to you by Vlogger, Stephanie who will give a weekly update on recent happenings in the entertainment scene. The “PRANK YO PEOPLES” segment will also have one lucky glo subscriber prank one of their friends with the help of the Big Friday Show crew.

KAMAR, an upcoming artist and Project Fame 2011 contestant will also feature on the show. He will be given a task/studio challenge to complete in order to promote his music at the end of the show. 

On this week’s episode which will air this Friday on MTV Base at 7:30pm (8:30pm CAT), Silverbird

Why I signed Jaysleek to D'Banj Records' - D'Banj opens up

 Multi award winning international artiste and  entrepreneur, D'Banj, has officially confirmed the signing of prolific producer Jeremiah Shelika, popularly known as Jaysleek, as a producer at D’Banj Records. 

Jaysleek, in just over five years, has gained considerable popularity for producing great music for artistes such as iconic Nigerian singer 2face Idibia as well other superstars such as Wizkid, Davido,Faze,Sound Sultan,Timaya and many others.

Speaking on the new signing, D’Banj expressed his delight, noting that 'it is a sure sign of great things to come.'

“This has been a long time coming so we are really happy to see Jaysleek join the D'Banj family. It’s exciting to be working with one of the best; Jaysleek is a