Nominations now open as Future Awards 2012 searches for young leaders, entrepreneurs and innovators.

On May 29, Nigeria’s biggest youth event ‘The Future Awards’ organised an elaborate media and VIP launch for its seventh season. The event, which coincided with the country’s Democracy Day celebrations, took place at the Koral Reef in Ikoyi, Lagos.

In attendance were past winners and judges of the awards including Tara Fela Durotoye (Entrepreneur of the Year and Young Person of the Year), Uche Nnaji (Style Entrepreneur of the Year) and Tolu Ogunlesi (Journalist of the Year) who interacted with the media on the impact and influence of the awards.
This year, the Awards – unveiled as The Future Awards for Leaders, Entrepreneurs and Innovators – is themed ‘Tear down these walls!’ emphasising how far and how hard young people have worked to build a new system of innovation and values in Nigeria. The event unveiled the TV promos, radio promos, print and outdoor advertising that will drive the media campaign.

Photos from The African Kings of Comedy event

I was at the African Kings of Comedy this past Sunday and I have to say the event rocked. The foreign comedians, Basketmouth, Bovi, Okey Bakassi, I Go Die and several other comedians brought the house down. Tuface, MI, Davido, Darey Art Alade, Wizkid, Timi Dakolo, Tiwa Savage, Ara, Saucekid, Black Magic, Iyanya, all gave outstanding performances. Please continue to see photos from the event...

The importance of wearing underwear...:-)

...when breeze blow, fowl yansh go open. Lol. That's Albanian actress Arta Dobroshi at the recently concluded Cannes Film Festival.

Breaking news: Charles Taylor sentenced to 50 years in prison

Liberia's former president Charles Taylor was this morning sentenced to 50 years in prison for war crimes at an international war crimes court, in The Hague.

Taylor was found guilty last month of 11 counts of aiding and abetting was crimes and crimes against humanity by supporting rebels between 1996 and 2002 in return for conflict diamonds. He was convicted of offenses including murder, rape, sexual slavery, recruiting child soldiers, enforced amputations and pillage

Breaking news: UNILAG goes on 2 weeks strike + ALUMNI takes Federal Govt to court

The school authority has asked all students to leave the school premises before 11am this morning. The school will be shut down for two weeks. Also the school ALUMNI has taken the federal government to court over the re-naming of the iconic institution. Also heard that Mr President and the Senate will meet by 12 noon today to discuss on this issue.

Yesterday May 29th during a Democracy broadcast, President Jonathan announced the renaming of University of Lagos to Moshood Abiola University of Lagos.

UNILAG students continue prostest; block third mainland bridge

The Third Mainland Bridge has been blocked on both sides by protesting students of University of Lagos. This is going on right now. Heard they are sending riot police there to disperse them...

Solid Star Releases Second Single 'Skibo'

In 2009, Joshua 'Solidstar' Iniyezo released his first album - One in a million. He has since then raised the notch by proving his class, versatility and staying power beyond doubt and earned the status of an act to watch out for.
Signed to Achievas Entertainment, he always brings to the table a distinctive blend of reggae, R&B and traditional African music, a factor that sets him apart. After the successful release of his 'Omotena' single, Solid Star returns with the upbeat and groovy 'Skibo', produced by Slim Beat. Listen to it below...

The face of the homeless man who ate another man's face before being shot dead by police

                 Surveillance footage shows the two naked men after the attack                   Rudy Eugene

31 year old homeless man Rudy Eugene was shot dead by police on Saturday May 27th after he was seen chewing off the face of another homeless man while high on drugs. Rudy chewed off 75% of his victims face in the most horrific attack that has left the victim battling for his life in the hospital.

A man was cycling off the MacArthur Causeway on Saturday afternoon when he saw a naked man tearing pieces of flesh from another naked man's face at the side of a freeway. The cyclist, who later told reporters that it was the most gruesome, traumatic thing he'd ever seen in my life, called the police to the scene. When the police couldn't get Eugene to stop the savage attack, they shot him dead.

To see what's left of the face of the victim, then continue...but please be warned, it's extremely graphic. If you don't want to see it, do not continue...

ASUU plans to resist UNILAG's change of name

The chairman of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), University of Lagos branch, Dr Karo Ogbinaka, has said that the union will resist the recent change of the university's name.

Dr Ogbinaka said:

We are resisting it, all the unions and the students will resist it, the Alunmus will resist it. The truth about the whole thing is that it shows the level of intelligence of those people in government. Nobody will change Harvard's name, nobody will change Cambridge's name to Winston Churchill University. University of Lagos is a brand, for 50 years. The first university established by Act of Parliament and one man trying to score cheap political point. When people go outside and you ask them what university are you from? What name will you pronounce? They'll ask is it a new university? Is it the name of a toothpaste? It's a senseless thing and are going to resist it. Karo said

Nigerian man Prince John held for rape in Bangalore

A Nigerian man has been arrested for raping a Manipuri girl who was a nursing student in a city college. The accused, apparently, was the boyfriend of the victim's aunt.

The Bangalore police arrested the accused - Prince John, aka Johnson, 31 - on Sunday. He has been remanded in 14 days of judicial custody by a local court.

"The accused raped the victim on May 13 in Bangalore. He had threatened her with dire consequences if she went to the police. Later, the victim fled to Mumbai and lodged a complaint with the police there.

Osaze Odemwingie and new bride off to Florida for honeymoon

 

The couple who wed last Saturday after two years of dating are off to Florida for their honeymoon. Osaze and Sarah are planning their traditional wedding for later in the year.

Eben, Joe Blue others for RCCG Apapa Family 5th Excel Celebration

Sunday June 03, 2012 promises to be a truly memorable and exciting one for young people, as The Redeemed Christian Church of God (Apapa Family) is set to hold the 5th edition of her Annual Excel Celebration; themed  CHANGE CATALYST.

Ministering at the Epoch Making event would be the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch. A. Adeboye. Please continue...

Rihanna and Drake rekindle old flame?

The ex-lovers were spotted at LIV club in Miami over Memorial Day Weekend holding hands and getting all cozy. They back together? They should, they look great together.

Terry G and fiancee Mimi Omoregbe expecting first baby

Terry G and his UK based fiancee Mimi Omoregbe (pictured above) are expecting their first child together. Edo state born Mimi is said to be six months pregnant. The couple plan to wed after the birth of their baby.

Kola Boof recalls the incident at Arsenio Hall's party...

 

 

 

 

Actor Ogogo's daughter set to wed

Popular Yoruba actor Al-Hassan Babatunde Taiwo a.k.a Ogogo will be giving his daughter’s hand in marriage in a couple of days.

His daughter, Rasheedat Ololade Taiwo will be exchanging marital vows with her heartthrob, Al-Hassan Oluwatoyin Yusuff in June. The Engagement and Nikkai ceremony is slated for 16 and 17 of June at the multi-purpose hall of The Federal Polytechnic Ilaro, Ogun State. Congrats to her.

Monalisa, Desmond, Ini Edo, others at the premiere of ‘Silver Lining

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Inspiration and hope are best descriptions of the atmosphere that saw the screening of “Silver Lining,” the much anticipated short film on Autism, held at the Ventures Koral Reef, Ikoyi Lagos on Sunday, May
27, 2012. The well attended event kicked off with a red carpet session and saw some of the brightest Nollywood stars and socialites including Desmond Elliot, Ini Edo, Omoni Oboli, Susan Peters and renowned producer Emem Isong attend in their trendy ensembles.

Popular Brodcaster dies at 57

The popular broadcaster who presented NTA Newsline for many years died this morning May 29th at the Lagos University Teaching hospital, LUTH, after battling an undisclosed illness for many months. She was 57 years old. May her soul rest in peace...amen.

The Mavin Crew

Ever seen Donjazzy in a suit, looking dapper. I like..lol

Gun men kill four people at a relaxation joint in kano

Gunmen armed with assault rifles, on Saturday May 26th opened fire on a group of card players at the Filin Kashu relaxation spot in Gaida, Kano, killing four people and injuring several others.

The gunmen came in two separate motorcycles around 6pm, shot at the crowded fun spot and shot in the air for about 20 minutes before speeding away. The shooting caused a stampede, which led to the injury of several more.

This is the second time this year a fun spot patronized by card players will be attacked. Some say because Poker, known as Karta in Hausa is listed as a game of chance by Quran and encourages Muslims to stay off it. No group has claimed responsibility for the shooting.

Genny Dear, Is that A bodyguard or stalker ?

Someone sent these photos to me. Same guy behind Ms Nnaji at Funke Akindele's wedding. It can only be one of two things; her bodyguard or a stalker. Which do you think it is? Hopefully it's the former...:-)

Charly Boy threatens to sue over gay and illuminati rumours

I'm sure some of you read the story online, it went viral a few days ago. The news paper claimed that Mr Oputa opened up to them in an interview that he was gay and the head of Illuminati in Nigeria. How ridiculous! Well, now he's planning to sue. Lets see how this plays out...

Ever wondered how a million dollar bill looked?

Print and stick on your mirror. Inspiration. Hehe. 
Whose money is it anyway? I don't know o :-)

Nigerian Appointed First Black Police.html

52 year old Delta State born Victor Olisa (pictured above), a UK-based Nigerian and a Chief Superintendent with the London Metropolitan Police has been appointed the first black commander for Bexley local council in London, one of the three chief superintendents from black minority ethnic background working for the Metropolitan Police.

The 178,000 pound Odemwingie Wedding.

31 year old Nigerian footballer Osaze Odemwingie married his British girlfriend of two years, 22 year old Sarah Fallon on Saturday May 26th in the UK. Now I hear from inside sources that the wedding cost the footballer a whooping £178, 000. The couple who had just 250 guests spent the money on wedding attires, the castle, which is the most exclusive wedding venue in the UK, fireworks, reception, food, drinks, plus guests the groom flew in from all over the world, hotel bookings etc. Wishing them a happy married life!

Behind-scenes-pics-darey-art-alade-Sisi Eko remix ft Flavour

Two days ago Sunday May 27th, Darey Art Alade and his crew stormed Broad Street, Marina Lagos, for the video shoot of his new single, Sisi Eko remix featuring Flavour.

The video will feature cameo appearances from Ali Baba, Jimmy JATT, Tosyn Bucknor Julius Agwu, Omawumi, Waje, Skales, Kaffy, Christopher Okagbue (Gulder Ultimate Search 8 winner), TeeY Mix , Mo’eazy and many others. More photos when you continue...

The Laziest Book is finally out!

Two years ago, author, speaker and blogger Okechukwu Ofili shared his stupidity with the world in the hilariously successful “How Stupidity Saved My Life.” Everything seemed to be going well for the engineer turned blogger turned speaker, but all that changed when he visited the doctors office for a routine check-up and was diagnosed with a life threatening disease. He later found out that his diagnosis was a result of over working himself at his job. After seeing so many people other people burnt out from work, he decided to pen his second book to show that contrary to popular belief, Laziness can actually save your life! The result is the witty HOW LAZINESS SAVED MY LIFE: A collection of radical business ideas for tired, overworked and frustrated people looking for an easier way to get stuff done!

University of Lagos renamed Moshood Abiola University of Lagos

The University of Lagos was today renamed The Moshood Abiola University of Lagos by President Goodluck Jonathan. The president made the announcement early this morning during The Democracy Day Nationwide address.

But don't they already have an MKO University? Students are right now protesting outside the school premises and have even moved to Yaba. Most roads around that area are blocked.