Sunday, January 26, 2014

Students Protest: Damage To LASU Properties Unquantifiable — VC

 

The crisis rocking Lagos State University (LASU) over the blocking of 1,292 students from the institution’s portal that would have enabled them to register their 2012/2013 second semester courses took a twist, on Friday, as the university management insisted that the school remained shut down, noting that the damage of the students was unquantifiable.
The Vice Chancellor, Prof. John Obafunwa, who spoke to Sunday Vanguard, after a meeting with members of the Lagos State House of Assembly (LAHA), on Friday, disclosed that the management was uncertain when the school will re-open as an assessment of the damages caused by the students’ protest needed to be carried out and measures taken to clean up the university. Under a matter of urgency in its plenary session, on Thursday, the House had summoned the VC and his management team, the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Governing Council, Mr. Bode Agusto, the Commissioner for Education, Mrs. Olayinka Oladunjoye, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Education, Otunba Fatai Olukoga, and members of the Students’ Union Government to appear before it in order to ascertain the root causes of the chaos, while proffering solutions. LASU-PROTESTnew When Sunday Vanguard visited the Ojo main campus and other external campuses of the university, yesterday, they remained under lock and key, with fierce looking policemen manning the gates.

50 Tips That’ll Help Your Marriage by Happenings

 


Here are what may well be the 50 best marriage tips ever.
1. If your goal is to have a satisfying marriage with longevity, make sure you are accountable for the part you play in the relationship—good or bad. When you are in denial about your part in the relationship then you are no better than a child flinging sand at another child in a sandbox. When you take responsibility for your part in the marriage, only then will you be able to connect with your partner in a mature, intimate way. - Carin Goldstein, LMFT
2. Research consistently shows that touching more creates a stronger bond by releasing oxytocin. Hold hands, rub shoulders, hug, kiss, give high-fives or even fist-bumps or bottom pats. When you give a quick hug or kiss, try to lengthen it to at least 5 or 10 seconds for more effective results! - Lori Lowe, MA
3. Learn how to agree to disagree. No two people agree on everything, and that's okay, but it's important to be okay with each other's differences. - Lee Bowers, LP, PhD
4. Sometimes it's not about the amount of money you spend on a gift, it's about the thought that goes into something. Take the time to write a thoughtful note every so often saying what you love and appreciate about him/her. Drop it in his/her briefcase or purse so he/she will find it unexpectedly and it will brighten up his/her day. - Suzanne K. Oshima, Dating Coach

DORIS ONYEMA: Beautiful, Boisterous, Amiable

 

Doris Onyema is a fast growing celebrity make-up artist in Lagos. Though she studied Mass Communication, the passion for Make-up artistry has always been running in her.
This influenced her decision to delve into Make-up artistry after graduation. She was trained at the Unveil Institute, Lagos. This boisterous and amiable lady talks to Azuka Ogujiuba of ThisDay about her Passion. Enjoy. In case you missed Doris’s previous posts on this blog, find it here and here.
How did it all start as a makeup artist?
When I was in school, I spent my pastime making up for my female friends in the hostel. And I won the hearts of most of my female friends with my little make up skills. This prompted me to enroll at Unveil Institute in Lagos. So, after I graduated from Unveil Institute, I was employed by Bunmi Oyeniyi as a makeup instructor after which I was made to head the Institute.
What was it like working for Unveil Institute? What did you learn and how has the experience influenced your work?

PISSED UK-Based Radio & TV Presenter,

 

Yeah it is about that time where I grab my laptop in order to do something that I am very passionate of: Writing and sharing my point of view.
Nope, its not about a big celebrity that misbehaved in one way or another. It is about this music video that is currently trending. That naked Lady showcasing her seduction skills rather than the usual dope, off the chain 16 BARS that we always expect a rapper to do, goes by the name of Maheeda.
This video is stirring up much controversy , due to Maheeda’s naked self frolicking around for some overly-hormonal Gentlemen who seem to enjoy the spectacle. It’s a shame nobody will actually really listen to the song and rate this artist according to her musical skills.
Aren’t musicians supposed to deliver vocally or lyrically? Lyrically speaking there are no punch lines in this session. Sentences such as : Never find me in Okada…Me I break a leg BUT you break nothing…If you think sey you spoil Me I don rotten…

REVEALED: Truth About D'banj And Genevieve's Relationship

 


Inside sources have confirmed to them that there is no intimate relationship between Nigeria's top entertainer D'Banj and A-list Nollywood actress, Genevieve Nnaji.

And even though they keep hinting at having a relationship in public events like the Nigerian Breweries Plc’s sponsored event tagged, Club Ultimate, these shouldn’t be used as evidence that the celebrities have rekindled their love because it’s all publicity stunt.

The duo get to appear in public seemingly displaying affection for each other, but the source said there was no intimacy.
“D’Banj and ‘Gene’, as Geneveive is fondly called, once dated. They were dating when D’Banj paid Genevieve N2 million to feature her in Fall in Love video, before they parted ways. Since then, they have been best friends,”
D’Banj (32) has been romantically linked with different ladies, notable among them were Jennifer Obayuwana, Ini Edo, Nadia Buari, Sarah Ofili, among others, but the entertainer said he is yet to find the right girl. While Genevieve Nnaji (33) was also said to have had a liaison with top celebrities, including Kunle Coker and others.

Top 10 Employers To Work For In Nigeria

 

Whether you are a job seeker fresh out of school, been looking for a place to work or already employed but searching for a new opportunity, this piece of information is definitely for you.
Here is a list of the top 10 companies to work for in Nigeria, according to Jobberman.com.
“Jobberman.com conducted more than 10,000 surveys of employees in Nigeria. Over 5000 companies were submitted by 10,482 respondents (experienced, entry level and exec management). 89% of those who filled the survey were gainfully employed. Only companies with at least 100 full-time permanent employees were considered.
The index was calculated by getting a weighted average of each recipient’s top 5 companies and dream company to work for. Recipients also selected workplace metrics that mattered to them in making these choices – Company Culture, Salary, Non-Salary Benefits, proximity to Company Location, Prestige/Company Brand, Management Integrity and commitment to staff welfare.“
Based on these criterion, they have come up with this list of top ten companies.
1. Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) {Oil & Gas}
2. Chevron {Oil & Gas}
3. Mobil {Oil & Gas}
4. NNPC {Oil & Gas}
5. MTN {Telecommunication}
6. Nestlé Nigeria {FMCG}
7. Federal Government Civil Service {Government}
8. Total {Oil & Gas}
9. Dangote {FMCG}
10. Nigeria Breweries {FMCG}

PHOTOS: Popular Singer Conceals Pregnancy By Wearing Baggy Men's Clothes

 

Mommy-to-be Ciara recently revealed that she’s close to her delivery date, but thanks to this Lanvin Menswear Fall 2014 ensemble, we wont be able to tell. 

Last night, she successfully camouflaged her baby bump in a pant suit while walking the red carpet of the MusiCares pre-Grammy party in Los Angeles.
Just a few weeks ago, she stated that her maternity style was 'comfortable and baggy' while revealing:
"I kind of want to take the theme that ‘baggy is the new sexy.’ I don’t know, I just want to be comfortable. When I can’t wear heels anymore, I won’t wear heels. My Jordans and my Uggs will be my best friends, but it’s all about being comfortable. Of course, I like to get sexy, but I believe that pregnancy within itself is sexy and I don’t believe I have to show you that I still can be. I kind of like it actually not being about abs and all that stuff. I really love this phase that I’m going through in my life and I just want to live in it. I just want to be a ‘mommy-to-be.’"

CUTE PHOTO: Kim And Kanye's Daughter, North West Chills With Her Best Friend

 


Kim Kardashian just posted up a spanking new picture of her daughter, North West, chilling with Kourtney and Scott’s 18-month-old daughter Penelope.
The caption on the photo read, “BFF’S.” (Best Friends Forever)
Kim had earlier revealed this month that her daughter had a very strong bond with cousin, Penelope, stating, “It’s so cute how they all love each other so much! Penelope & North are bff (best friends forever)!” We can only imagine the tea they be spilling to each other in baby gibberish!
Check out the cute cousin BFFs;

 

CHAN 2014: What I Told Eagles At Half Time Against Morocco – Keshi

 


Super Eagles Head Coach Stephen Keshi has given some insight on what transpired in the dressing room when his team was trailing 0-3 in Saturday’s crunch quarter final battle against the Atlas Lions of Morocco.
The Big Boss in the post-match conference attended by PREMIUM TIMES said he told his players that they were simply not playing their game.
“What I told them at half time was that we were not the one playing like that, I told them they were giving too much respect to the Moroccans.
Even though they are a good team, they don’t deserve such from us, we are supposed to take our game to them and that is what they did in the second half.
I told them I want to see the same character or more like they displayed in the game against Bafana Bafana and they did that,” he said.
Also, the captain of the Eagles, Chigozie Agbim, said his colleagues rightly admitted they were only a shadow of themselves in the first half and made the decision to right their wrongs in the second half.
The goalkeeper also stated the players’ resolve not to return to Nigeria but wait for the final of the tournament and possibly lift the trophy.
Keshi is not new to masterminding comebacks as he similarly did with the Eagles of Mali in 2010 to come back from four goals down to tie Angola 4-4 in an Africa Nations Cup match.
“Yes I remember the Mali game but this one today is something else,” the Eagles coach said.

New Music: Cash Kid - Jo Kin Jo + Behind the scenes photos


Pop/RnB artist Cashkid releases hot new single - Jo Kin Jo. Enjoy below and continue to see behind the scene photos...

Tonto Dikeh blasts her friend AY Comedian over post on his blog


Tonto and AY are good friends. She's even done a few skits for AY comedy shows but last night the two friends went for each other, well more like Tonto went for AY.

Trouble started after the comedian re-posted a link to a story on his blog which was an earlier post about Tonto's look at the Calabar Carnival in December 2013. Tonto felt he was making fun of her and went for the jugular. See more tweets after the cut..

PHOTOS: Check Out Wiz Khalifa's Baby Stunting Like His Daddy

 


Wiz Khalifa and Amber Rose's son is one adorable baby.
The rapper's 11-month-old son, Sebastian, is not even up to a year and is already rocking blings like his father.
Check out the little fella as he flashes his smiles and jewelry in these cute photos posted by his mum.

Photos: Rihanna wows in yellow at pre-Grammy gala


BadGal Riri wore this stunning lemon yellow dress with plunging neckline and thigh high slit to the pre-Grammy Gala that held yesterday at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles. You like?

Rihanna is nominated in two categories at the Grammys; Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for Stay with Mikky Ekko and Best Urban Contemporary Album for her album 'Unapologetic'. The Grammys will hold tomorrow January 26th in LA. More pics when you continue...

2 brothers die of magun after sleeping with uncles’ wives in Ibadan


Two brothers, Kunmi and Adeniyi Adetokun died within days of each late last year in Oyo state and family members say it was after they slept with their uncles' wives. The uncle, (pictured above) is accused of killing the brothers with a deadly anti-adultery charm commonly known as Magun. He was attacked and nearly killed by irate youths following the death of the second brother. He is lying critically ill in a hospital in Ibadan.

 Tribune reports the full story. Find it below...

PHOTOS: OMG! Snoop Lion Wears Nail Polish Flaunting Love Of Weed!

 

Snoop Lion had taken his manicure a little too far by spicing it up with one of his favorite things.

The rapper is one of the latest male celebrities to join the growing trend of men who are taking their manicures to a whole new level by adding fresh paint and designs.
He has chosen to add spice to his own nail session by adding in cannabis leaves, superman logo and the words "puff puff" to his french manicure.
Check out photos below;

N. Korea leader reported to have killed his late uncle's entire family


North Korea's leader Kim Jong-un, may have killed his late uncle's entire family, including children, if reports from South Korea is to be believed. Kim Jong-un (right) executed his uncle, Jang Song Thaek (left), once regarded as the second most powerful person in North Korea, in December 2013 for allegedly 'trying to overthrow the Government'

South Korea's state news agency, Yonhap, reports that Kim not only executed his uncle, but also his entire family, including his children and relatives serving as ambassadors to Cuba and Malaysia.
"Extensive executions have been carried out for relatives of Jang Song-thaek. All relatives of Jang have been put to death, including even children." Yonhap wrote in a report published today January 26th. Continue...

Photo: Annie Idibia's first post baby look


Here's the first pic of Annie Idibia since she gave birth to her second child about 3weeks ago..getting ready to hit the town with her bestie, Mary Koko. And check out her Guiseppe Zanotti sandals. Nice.

Photo: Waje and her beautiful daughter


Singer Waje and her 14 year old daughter Emerald looking really cute in this pic...

'I have regular sex with some Nigerian politicians' - gay Nigerian man


Found this interesting interview on Sunnewsonline.com
Six years ago, Musa Ali (not his real name) was linked up with a rich businessman in Yola, who ‘initiated’ him into gay sex. Ali was told that being gay would make him bold and feared. Of course, he was also told that he would make a huge load of money. Now 36, Ali is somewhat filled with regrets and wishing it were possible to turn back the hands of the clock. Sitting in the serene evening of last Thursday in Bankin Kogi at the bank of River Benue in Yola after a Herculean arrangement to get him to talk, he shared his story with our correspondent. Ali revealed that the rich and the powerful, both in business and politics hit the hay with him. Excerpts…

Regent University student buys cannabis with tuition fee


A Nigerian undergraduate student who used his tuition fee to buy hard drug has been arrested for drug trafficking, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency said in a statement on Saturday.

NDLEA said the suspect, Udiomeh Kufre Ita, a student of the faculty of Management Sciences at the Regent University in Ghana, was arrested at the weekend at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos. He was caught with 1.745 kilogrammes of dried weeds that tested positive for cannabis popularly called hemp.

The suspect was found in possession of the drug during the inward screening of passengers on an Africa World Airlines flight from Accra, Ghana, said NDLEA Lagos Airport Commander, Hamza Umar. Continue...

PHOTO: Check Out Rita Dominic Rocking Her Signature Look

 

Rita Dominic is rocking her signature look once again and definitely working it well.
The actress had been criticized earlier over her big hair do which she is always sporting. In a bid to calm the fans down, she resorted to changing her look for a while.
But judging from this picture she shared last night, it seems the gorgeous starlet is going afro once again.
Check out the photo below; what do you think?

Dear CAB readers: He wants me to buy the engagement ring


From a female CAB reader
My boyfriend told me he would have proposed to me but he doesn't have enough money to buy the kind of engagement he wants his woman to wear. He says if it is so important to me I could buy it and then he would pay me back later. Should I or shouldn't I?

Gaddafi's sex chamber where he raped girls and boys uncovered


Two years after the death of Libyan dictator, Muammar Gaddafi, a chamber where he raped girls and boys as young as 14 years old has been discovered. Read the incredibly sad story below...

Saturday, January 25, 2014

Easy Taxi Featured on CNN African Start-Up


 
Nigeria’s leading Taxi hailing smartphone application service, Easy Taxihas been featured on CNN’s African Start-Up, a new programming strand that shines the spotlight on African start-ups and entrepreneurs.

This is a milestone for Easy Taxi, a company barely 6 months in existence to be featured on such a prestigious platform as CNN.  Catch African Start-Up on CNN on Friday 24th January 2014 at 4.30pm,  Saturday at 1:30pm and 8:30pm, and Sunday at 10:30am amongst other time slots. Continue

Paris Hilton wears daring sheer gown to Diddy's pre-Grammy party


Paris Hilton went underwear-free in this black full-length gown with an entirely sheer side panel which she wore to Diddy's 4th Annual Red Carpet Pre-Grammy Celebration at Boulevard3 in Los Angeles on Thursday night. You like?

Seven Gay Men Arrested In Bauchi


According to a report by Channels TV, seven men appeared in court in Bauchi on Wednesday, Jan. 22, on charges of being involved in same-sex relationships.
The case drew thousands of protesters to the court, who threw stones at the men as they were being transported back to prison after the trial, as security forces fired into the air to disperse the angry crowd.

CROSS RIVERS: Several Armed Robbers Gangs Nabbed By Police

 


photo - Several Armed Robbers Gangs Nabbed By Police
Daniel Sunday (25), Prophet Friday (19)
Calabar, Cross River State - A dozen armed robbers terrorising residents in River States have been nabbed by the police. The suspects were arrested after sustained intelligence and undercover operations during the Christmas Period in 2013.

Goldie Hawn 'appalled' for calling President Jonathan wonderful after finding out about anti-gay law


Hollywood actress and activist Goldie Hawn met President Jonathan on January 22nd at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, took a pic with him, shared it on twitter and described the president as 'wonderful president of Nigeria'.

Thing is, Goldie Hawn is a staunch supporter of gay rights and when some fans lashed out at her for taking a pic with an anti-gay president and praising him, Goldie said she had no idea and was appalled. She immediately deleted the pic with the president and apologized to her twitter followers. Continue.

PHOTOS: Actress, Nadia Buari & Her Mum In Matching Outfit 'Goofing' Around

 

Ghanaian actress, Nadia Buari and mom seem to be enjoying their mother and daughter time, as Nadia has shared another set of photos.

Etisalat-sponsored Nigerian Idol 4 Auditions Kick-Off


Etisalat-sponsored music competition, Nigerian Idol Season 4 begins its auditions for exceptional music talents from January 25th till February 23rd 2014 in Lagos, Port-Harcourt, Benin, Calabar, and for the first time Makurdi.

Auditions will commence in Benin on January 25th at the Excalibur Hotel;  Port-Harcourt, February 1st at the Presidential Hotel; Calabar on February 8th at Monty Suites;  Makurdi, February 15th at Smileview Hotel Extension and finally in Lagos on the 22nd and 23rd of February at Dream Studios, Omole. Continue...

"I Don't Hate Men, I Just Hate Being Treated Like An Animal"- Journalist Speaks Out On Sexual Harrassment

 

Former MBGN contestant turned journalist shared her bitter experience in the hands of a house owner in Lagos and how she hates being treated like an animal.
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Karen took to her twitter page to talk about her sexual harrassment.
See her tweets below

Freeze CoolFM talks about his $200k watch collection, says Michael Kors is ugly & cheap


In an interview with Saturday Punch, popular On-Air-Personality and event host, Ifedayo Olarinde, popularly known as Freeze CoolFM talked about his $200k (N32million) watch collection, his dislike for Michael Kors and said some Nigerian celebs wear fake designer items. Excerpts below...

TRUE LOVE: “She Is My Mother & Best Friend” - Veteran Actor, Olu Jacobs Praises His Wife, Joke Silva

 

Veteran Nollywood actor, Olu Jacobs recently praised his wife, Joke Silva saying she is not only his wife but his mother and my best friend.
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The couple who have been tagged as “Nollywood’s most celebrated couple” have been married for 28 years.
Olu Jacobs said marrying Joke was the best decision of his life.
Hear what the 71-year-old actor said about his wife:
“ Joke has been more than a wife to me. She has been a confidant, a counsellor, a great manager and business partner. A mother and my best friend”.
“All these combined with the God factor are the reasons why our marriage has lasted this long”.
Apart from their Nollywood career, the couple together owned, Lufodo Group, which comprises Lufodo Academy of Performing Arts (LAPA), Lufodo Distribution and Lufodo Consult, an entertainment related business group.

Davido and South African group Mafikizolo collaborate on new music


South African singer and producer Oskido revealed on twitter yesterday that Mafikizolo, the South African singing group behind hit song, Khona are working on a musical collaboration with Nigerian music sensation Davido. He didn't reveal the name of the song which is being recorded in SA but he hinted that its being produced by Davido's music producer, Shizzi. More pics after the cut...

MIRACLE: Nigeria's Former Minister Of Interior, Humphrey Abah & Wife Welcome Baby 23Years After Marriage

 

Nigeria's former Minister of State for Interior,Humphrey Abah and his wife of 23 years, Mrs Mary Abah welcomed a baby recently 23 years after the got married.
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49 year old Mary, who is a lawyer and banker, shared her experience with Punch on the challenges of being married for so long without a child and the support she got from her husband.
"When they told me I was pregnant, I screamed and cried in the hospital and everyone present rose up and gave thanks to the Lord. Since then, the story has been one testimony after another. But that was not all, when I was to put to bed, I was told there might be complications as a result of all the operations I had done. They said that might make it a very difficult and dangerous birth. Yet, the Lord saw me through. It feels great and I thank the Lord for wiping away my tears and making me a mother at last. It is a dream I have had since I married at the age of 27.

What Happened Between Prophet Ajanaku & I –Tope Alabi Finally Speaks Out

 

Gospel Singer, Tope Alabi in an interview with Punch talks about her husband and her alleged affair with the late Prophet Ajanaku.
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The name Tope Alabi has been so synonymous with gospel music even when some of your contemporaries have veered off to another genre or even stopped music entirely, what has been the staying power all this while?
I see God in whatever I do. Even if God doesn’t answer you now, it doesn’t mean you should stop working for Him. If He has called you, that means you are so important to Him.  I am working for Him and I am just privileged to work for Him. I don’t want anything to distract me from working for Him. It is not as if I am doing gospel for the money, I sing because I want people to hear the good news.

NDLEA arrests ex-Lawmaker for being in possession of Indian Hemp


This is a report from the News Agency of Nigeria. What I don't understand is why this ex-lawmaker's name was never mentioned in the report. Find it below...

Man Claiming To Be Prophet Mohammed Gets Sentenced To Death For Blasphemy

 

Human rights campaigners are calling for the immediate release of a British man sentenced to death under Pakistan's blasphemy laws.
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Mr Mohammad Asghar was arrested in 2010 after he claimed to be Prophet Mohammed in letters sent to various officials. A judge convicted and sentenced him last Thursday following a trial.

But a lawyer who defended Mr Asghar said he suffers from mental illness and the case was really a property dispute.
Amnesty International's deputy Asia Pacific director Polly Truscott said:

ADORABLE PHOTOS: Check Out Comedian, Julius Agwu's Cute Daughter

 

Comedian, Julius Agwu shared adorable photos of his daughter Zahra.
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Julius Agwu and his wife, Ibiere got married five years ago and they have a 4-year-old daughter, Zahra Agwu and a 4-month old son, Zadok who they welcomed in October 2013.

Oh dear! Chad Ochocinco put gays sending him nude photos on blast


American NFL player Chad Johnson formerly known as Chad Ochocinco does not mess with gays and two of them learnt it the hard way. He had been receiving unsolicited nudes photos from gay men via Instagram direct message, and yesterday he posted some of them for everyone to see.

If you're too straight to look at gay nudes, then do not continue o...:-).

Is Mercy Johnson Really 26-Years-Old Or?

 

There's a controversy surrounding Nollywood actress, Mercy Johnson's real age.
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This seem to be another age scandal. Someone close to the Nollywood curvy actress, Mercy J claims the actress is just 26 years old- yeah right!
Meanwhile the mother of one, Mercy Johnson said that she was born 1984 in her biography which makes obviously does not correspond with 26.
Now the question is what is her exact age? Is she truly 26 or?
Let's give it a shot. Guess her age.

Actress Georgina Onuoha back on a movie set 10years after quitting Nollywood


Does the face look familiar? Georgina Onuoha Igwegbe was a prominent face in the Nigerian movie industry many years back but disappeared from our screens after got married and relocated to the US. The mother of two has returned to the set of a movie in the US 10 years after making her last movie.