welcome to chikeade's blog: April 2014

Sunday, April 20, 2014

'Nothing interesting about being married except that it saves you money' - 2Shotz

Talking about what marriage has taught him in a recent interview with Punch, rapper 2shotz, who got married exactly one year ago, said there's really nothing interesting about married life except for companionship and the money it saves you...

"I have learnt a lot of things they just never tell you. There is no interesting thing about being married except for the companionship and it saves you some money. You no longer have to eat out and you don’t have to spend money on a couple of girls. Now, it’s just your wife. It also prevents you from doing some things that are either promiscuous or unnecessary".

His wife Precious also explained how they met on Twitter. People are really finding love on social media. Continue to read what she said...

photo - Rapper Skales Clears Instagram Account, Leaving One Picture of His New Girlfriend (PHOTO)

Just me an my boo, Skales wrote under the picture
Nigerian rapper Skales has deleted all photos from his Instagram account, leaving but one. In this recent photo, he is together with a young pretty lady, presumably his new girlfriend.
This isn't the first time Skales is clearing his social media pages. In February this year, he deleted all photos and short videos.
Perhaps the rapper, who recently ended his contract with popular label EME, might want to clear his head.

New Video: King Josh - Good Looking ft. Iyanya

Here's the brand new video from King Josh for his hit single 'Good Looking' featuring Iyanya, song produced by LordSky. King Josh is currently signed to Kings And Priests Empire, and has promised via his actions to keep this fast rising elevation on the rise. Enjoy the video...

Singer Iyanya visited Nyanya bomb blast victims in the hospital yesterday Saturday April 19th and brought with him, food and toiletries for the victims. Good of him. Continue to see more photos...

photo - Residents Of Bayelsa State Raise Alarm Over Suspicious Bags, Police Say No Bomb

Bayelsa State - Two abandoned bags evoked suspicion from members of the public in Yenagoa, along the Yenezue-Egene area of the state capital, for possibly being laden with explosives.
A middle-aged man, believed to be of Hausa ethnicity, was seen with two bags and accosted by some passers-by who demanded to know what he was carrying.
The man reportedly abandoned the bags and fled, raising suspicion in the minds of people that the bags might be laden with explosives.

photo - Primate Elijah Ayodele on the Future of Nigeria in 2015

Primate Elijah Ayodele, founder of INRI Spiritual Evangelical Church, speaks about the future of Nigeria and what Nigerians should expect in 2015.

"A lot is still going to happen, and Nigerians still need to be praying ahead. If Nigerians can exercise patience, I see the economy booming. I see expatriates coming into this country because our economy would be one of the best in Africa come 2017. The government has not really addressed the issue of one nation as expected.

N10b jet scandal: Diezani, NNPC GMD in cold war

Controversies over claims that Minister of Petroleum Resources, Mrs. Diezani Alison-Madueke, blew a whooping N10 billion on a chartered jet provided by the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) appear to be spiraling out of control with the topmost figures managing the nation's oil industry at each other's throats.
Disturbed by leakage of information on alleged N10 billion expended on the chartered jet, Mrs. Alison-Madueke is poised to sack two of her Special Assistants. The aides on the firing line were after being linked with the leakage of information on the chartered jet.
The Minister has also vented her anger at a former Minister, who was recently sacked from the cabinet and some top officials of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) over the leaks and the management of the fallout.

A former governor of Lagos State, Bola Tinubu, has said Nigeria’s current political and security challenge can be solved if leaders at all levels shed their egos, forgo their selfishness and renew their commitment to the people who elected them.
In his Easter message to Nigerians, Tinubu said only a bi-partisan approach can curb Boko Haram and secure the country and the insurgents need to be curbed urgently too.
According to Tinubu, Nigeria has no business with poverty, insecurity and massive unemployment as we have abundant natural resources and human capacity, adding that the Nigeria of today is not exactly the kind of Nigeria the country’s founding fathers envisioned.
“Let all men of goodwill, irrespective of party, religion or creed come together to find a solution to this unending and unconscionable killings and shedding of blood. We cannot continue to dance on the graves of our dead children and compatriots and claim that we were elected to lead them. Nigerians deserve better. They deserve peace. They deserve a government that can apply itself to the task at hand," he said.
While wishing Christians a happy Easter celebration, called on them to continue to pray for Nigeria so that God intervene and turn things around for the country.
He said, “As we remember the death of Jesus and celebrate his resurrection, we must never forget that if not for the sacrifice he made for all, there could never have been a celebration and hope for a better future. Such is the message of Easter to all our leaders to make the sacrifices necessary so that our country will be better”.
"We must all pray that God will provide Nigeria with leaders who are God fearing and with the vision and will to embark on the kind of change the country needs.
"May the spirit of Easter nudge us all in that direction of selflessness and service to our motherland.”

Presidency, Nyako Engage In War Of Words Over Genocide Claim

The Presidency described a memo written by Governor Murtala Nyako of Adamawa State to the Northern Governors' Forum as a sad betrayal of trust by a major beneficiary of Nigerian nation.
The memo highlighted Governor Nyako's fears that the Presidency may intentionally not be doing enough to solve the many problems of insecurity in the North. Reacting to the claims, the Presidency said the Governor's positions smacks of "an unmitigated leadership disaster."
Senior Special Assistant to the President on Public Affairs, Dr. Doyin Okupe, said the content of the governor's letter betrays his lack of a sense of history. According to Okupe, the memo portrayed the governor as incapable of rising above parochial sentiments as a result of his deep rooted disdain for facts and truth in public discourse.
The SSA, who said the memo is extremely divisive, added that it was intentionally meant to incite one section of the country against the other.

Chris Brown’s on/off girlfriend, Karrueche Tran appeared at the Columbia Superior Court today Friday 18, with the singer’s mum Joyce Hawkins to support Chris who is on trial for allegedly assaulting a man who asked to have a photograph taken with him last year. Karrueche reportedly dumped Chris last month after she saw inappropriate texts from other girls in Chris phone during her visit to rehab. I guess Riri & Karrueche has something in common…they keep coming back! Lol. More pics after cut…

U.S. Security Expert Says Al-Qaeda, Al-Shabab Terrorist Sects Are Backing Boko Haram

Al-Qaeda and Al-Shabaab terrorist organizations operating in the Islamic Maghreb and Arabian peninsula are helping members of Boko Haram carry out their operations in Nigeria.
This is according to forensic criminologist and security co-ordinator at the American University of Nigeria, Dr. Lionel Von Frederck Rawlins.
Rawlins, a US marine, who has worked in Europe, Africa, Asia, Central and South America, the Middle East and Far East as a counter-terrorist specialist, explained that Nigeria is under siege from terrorists from other lands.
He advised the Nigerian government to seek help in dealing with the insurgency.

A middle aged man Oseni Ekhameye allegedly died from severe machete cuts inflicted on him over a land dispute between Iviukha in Weppa Wanno and Ikpele in Okpekpe communities in Etsako East LGA, Edo State . One of the victim’s wives, Umoru Otsemobo, is said to be receiving treatment at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital after suffering several machete cuts from those that killed her husband.

National Mirror reports that Ekhameye was killed after he hired some labourers to work in the disputed farmland on Sunday April 13th

His assailants, who were said to have earlier uprooted the crops and destroyed the farmlands before then, returned to kill him. The victim’s wife had gone to the village to make a report of the earlier destruction when she heard the assailants planning to kill her husband. Although she immediately left the house of the community head to inform her husband of the plan, he was killed before she could get home. She was also brutalized.

Confirming the death, Public Relations Officer of the Edo State Police Command, DSP Moses Eguavone, said, “It was a reported case of a wounded person originally. But the victim eventually died while receiving treatment,” he said.) See graphic image after cut...

WATCH: Moon Glows Red During Rare Lunar Eclipse (PHOTOS)

Photo - BLOOD MOON: During Rare Lunar Eclipse Moon Glows Red

During the first total lunar eclipse of 2014, the moon turned a blood-red hue early Tuesday morning, a celestial sight that wowed potentially millions of stargazers.
The total lunar eclipse of April 15 lasted about 3.5 hours between late Monday and early Tuesday, with the Earth's shadow slowing darkening the face of the so-called "Blood Moon" in a jaw-dropping sight for stargazers willing to stay up extra late or rise super-early for the event.

Why I Have 'Improved' Sex Appeal, Kim Kardashian Reveals

After being pictured looking more bootylicious than ever as she took part in a racy photoshoot on a beach in Thailand last month, reality show star, Kim Kardashian has revealed that her back side gives her an improved sex appeal.
According to the 33-year-old American actress, who raises daughter North, 10 months, with rapper Kanye West, she feels 'sexier' the bigger her behind gets.
Kim caused a worldwide Twitter meltdown when she posted a 'belfie' of her post-pregnancy posterior last year.
And in spite of denying surgery in the past, the raven-haired beauty has allegedly splashed out £12,000 on bottom-boosting injections.

Model manager Elohor Aisien and designer Lanre Da Silva were spotted out in Lagos at the Eventi Cocktail Weekend event that held last Sunday at the Intercontinental hotel in VI, looking fabulous!

Elohor (pictured right) wore a Clover Canyon green printed fit and flare Neoprene top with a black pair of skinny jeans and Gianvito Rossi two-tone suede and leather pumps, while Lanre stepped out in an LDA Custom Printed Trouser and top. Continue to see more photos...

Saraki, Tambuwal Donate Blood For Victims Of Abuja Bomb Blast

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Aminu Tambuwal, kept his promise on April 15, 2014, Tuesday, donated blood to victims of Nyanya terrorist attack. The Speaker was accompanied by Senator Bukola Saraki.
Both of the politicians urged Nigerians to follow their steps and help the victims of Monday's bomb blast.
Currently, over 124 survivors are in various FCT hospitals.
See the photos from the National Blood Transfusion Service (NTSB) in Wuse Zone 3, Abuja, below:

Photo - Secret of Olubadan’s long life, by Jonathan

Yesterday, April 15, President Goodluck Jonathan revealed secret of long life of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Samuel Odulana, at his centenary birthday celebration.
During celebration at the Monatan residence of the monarch, the President congratulated the Olubadan saying that clean mind, good character, clear conscience and good record of service made him live long and enjoyable life.

Photo - Toolz Gets Swollen Ankel After Treadmill Workout

Nigeria's beat FM's on air personality (OAP), Tolu 'Toolz' Oniru posted photo of her ankle which has swollen after a session of treadmill workout.
On her Instagram page, Toolz shared with fans a photo of her injured leg saying "A gentle treadmill workout, and the ankle swells up like puff-puff... No bueno mehn!!!. #OneIsNotImpressed #LooksLikeIHaveAnkleGoitre."

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Get a grand slash of up to 28% in price for all Mide’s Mane in stock! Easter is the season of love and Mide’s Mane would like to imprint our own love in your life. Continue...

Photo - Is Actress Belinda Effah Going To Marry? (PHOTOS)

A fast rising Nollywood star, Belinda Effah, wore this beautiful wedding dress as part of her role in a new movie.
Belinda Effah together with actress Yvonne Nelson will reportedly star in movie called 'Folly' directed by Alex Mouth.
In her Instagram page, Belinda posted photos where she poses in white wedding dress saying "Still on set of #FOLLY @iamelizabethd production. Love my job, love my bridal dress. @alexxekubo set bride. #peace!"
She and Yvonne play the role of Joke Silva's daughters. The movie which is filmed in Lagos features such artists as Joke Silva, Uche Jombo, Joseph Benjamin, Yvonne Nelson, Belinda Effah, and Alexx Ekubo.
Recently, Yvonne Nelson also shared photo from the set of this movie.

On his rise to the top of the rap game with the hit “Hotter Than Fire", Ft Sheyman & T-Code, the New York City based rapper Dr Pat also known as Kondo Master strikes again with new surefire hit single "Anaconda' featuring veteran producer “Young D". Enjoy...

Video: 'Ghost' car appears out of nowhere on busy Russian intersection

OK, y'all have to watch this video and explain where the car in front of the BMW appeared from. There has to be a reasonable explanation to this. Footage taken from the dash cam of a vehicle behind this BMW in the pic shows a car suddenly appearing in front of the BMW after it turned left at a busy intersection in Russia...nearly causing an accident. Watch the video after the cut and tell us what you think happened...

PHOTOS: Check Out Jim Iyke & Nadia Buari Partying Hard

BFF's Jim Iyke and Nadia Buari have been in the news for some time now, from their tour round the world to their engagement which was said to be fake.
As season 2 of Jim Iyke‘s reality TV show “Jim Iyke Unscripted,” wraps up, the couple are already geared up for season 3.

Nadia sitting on Jim's lap
Jim and Nadia recently shot the teaser for the 3rd season and in it, we see the Nollywood actor and the Ghanaian beauty partying hard, flying in private jets and attending events together.

Reacting to Alibaba's position on the advantages of Nigerian celebrities showing off their possessions online, Etcetera said he doesn't agree with the practice.

Speaking with Punch, the singer said celebs who do this are asking for trouble.

"I think that artistes who are in the habit of posting expensive items on social media should tread carefully because of the present situation in the country. If they continue to do this, they might be asking for trouble. Also, artistes, who prefer to have their names on the license plates of their cars, had better watch it. If their colleagues in the United States do these things, it doesn’t mean it is okay to do so in Nigeria.”

PHOTOS: Singer Davido Shows Off His 24 Carat Gold iPhone 5

Photo - TOO MUCH MONEY: Singer Davido Shows Off His 24 Carat Gold iPhone 5 (PHOTO)

Singer Davido shows off his new 24k diamond gold-plated iPhone 5 at social network which he waited for almost two months to be delivered.
On his official Instagram page, Davido posted a photo of his new luxurious phone saying "24k gold diamond iPhone finally delivered!! @malivelihood thanks bro!"
Two months ago, February 25, the singer has already shared photo of his gold-plated iPhone. But now he can hold his new expensive toy himself.

The actor took to Twitter to make the announcement about an hour ago. He and his girlfriend Niyana Garth welcomed a son, Winston Elba, yesterday April 17th. This is his 2nd child. Congrats to them.

Win a trip to Dubai this Easter as Konga Easter Shop opens

EEaster is a special season of sharing and with this opportunity you get on the Konga Easter Shop, you can afford to share gifts with friends, family and colleagues.

This opportunity is fresh and hot, with an amazing selection that ranges from female fashion, male fashion, gadgets,home appliances, computers, electronics and other amazing items at special discounts, plus other promotions available on Social media. Continue...

photo - Nigerian Army Soldiers Accuse Army Generals Of Embezzling Security Funds

Nigerian Army soldiers deployed to the northeastern region of Nigeria to curb the activity of the Boko Haram terrorist sect have accused their superior officers of embezzling huge parts of the funds allocated for counter-insurgency.
Speaking anonymously, the soldiers stated those at the forefront of fighting the insurgency live in abominable conditions and suffer from lack of basic facilities while the top officers enrich themselves.
Poor

PHOTOS & VIDEO: Rioting Against Gov. Mimiko Due To Carnival

Heavy rioting broke out today in Akure, capital of Ondo State at the popular Oba Market.

The venue of the protest is a stone throw from the palace of Deji of Akure kingdom .
The protesting youths said they are not happy over the refusal of the Labour Party (LP) government in the state led by Olusegun Mimiko denying them use of the "Democracy Park" for their yearly carnival.

After four Grammy nominations, Femi Kuti finally got a medal from the Grammys. Congrats to him!

New Video: Iyanya - Away

Iyanya's Away video is out! Shot and directed by Sesan in the UK. Enjoy...

Mud Easter promo

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Maheeda Wishes Happy Birthday, Sends Kisses To Her Long-Time Fan

Naija Bad Girl Maheeda made video to congratulate her long-time Instagram fan with happy birthday.
Redheaded Maheeda, who is currently in Paris, posted video on her Instagram page where she sends her kisses and love to Olajide Adebayo.
"Happy birthday to my lovely @bababayo sorry I can't be there,I'm in Paris love uuuu ! have fun! Kisses!" Maheeda wrote.
We could only guess but apparently Maheeda filmed her semi-naked or even fully naked body at the end of the video.
She also posted second video where she tried to wish Olajide happy Christmas instead of happy birthday.

Actresses Uche Jombo, Ini Edo, Omoni Oboli and others attended the premiere of Knocking on Heaven's Door last night at Silverbird Galleria in Lagos. Continue to see what Ini Edo and Omoni wore to the premiere...

Jada Pinkett Smith Shares NUDE Photo On Instagram

American actress, Will Smith's wife and a mother of two Jada Pinkett Smith has posted a revealing photo on her Instagram page.
Photo: Jada Pinkett shares nude photo

The 42-year-old celebrity captioned the black-and-white picture as follows:
"The human body is beauty, art, creativity, expression, a vessel for the soul, our temple and a magnificent machine. We gotta take care of it. Love on your body today. It’s the only body you got. Happy Saturday:)"
While there is no denying that Jada is in wonderful shape and she looks really fantastic, every move like that always causes hot debates about whether showing nude body is offensive or is just a form of art.
Now the funny thing about this story... Jada Pinkett was and still is a part of the “Nada Se Compara (Nothing Compares)” video for actress Salma Hayek’s “Don’t Sell Bodies” campaign against human trafficking.
Beware, the photo under the cut contains nudity:

Your online shopping experience is about to take a whole new dimension with the introduction of Ngretail, an online shopping platform that promises you the best online retail prices as well as unbelievable discounts on goods, with maximum assurance on the quality of the products. Quick and fast delivery is also guaranteed on products purchased from them coupled with their excellent customer service team ever ready to meet your needs. Continue...

Photo - PHOTOS: Miss Nigeria visits Nyanya bomb blast victims

Miss Nigeria 2013, Ezinne Akudo, visited hospitalised victims of the Nyanya bomb blast today Friday 18th April 2014 at the Maitama District Hospital, Abuja.
Ezinne and her team, brought provisions, toiletries and fruits. She also took time to speak with them and encourage them.
See photos below:

2 days ago, I showed you Freeze Coolfm's De Grisogono Instrumento watch worth about $120,000 which is almost N20million (See here). Apparently Don Jazzy also has the same watch. These are pics from like four years ago. Don Jazzy even wore his own with pyjamas...lol. See close up pic after the cut...

PHOTOS: 'Human Barbie' Posts A No-Makeup, Bikini Selfie

Valeria Lukyanova, better known as "Human Barbie," is typically made up to resemble a doll, but she recently went au naturel in a makeup-free selfie.
On Monday, Lukyanova posted a selfie to her Facebook page that shows her bare-faced and wearing a black bikini. Just hours earlier, she posted a photo of her all done up and dressed in a frothy pink skirt for a modeling gig.
The difference was striking.

Yesterday I reported about the friction going on between the Okoye brothers. I didn't say they'd split, I only asked a question based on all the things I've been hearing and Jude Okoye's tweet. When asked yesterday, P-Square's publicist, Bayo Adetu, said the report is 'baseless and untrue'. Unfortunately, it is not! It's either Bayo is clueless as to what is happening in the Okoye household at the moment or he thinks the best thing to do for now is to deny that there's anything going on.

I wrote that the twin brothers Peter and Paul engaged in physical combat on Wednesday. If this was false, Peter is a social media person, he would have immediately denied it. He didn't!

Unfortunately P-Square fans, things are even worse than I reported yesterday. According to my findings, Peter Okoye wants out of P-Square and they have even gone as far as inviting a lawyer to divide their fortune. Continue...

Photo - PHOTOS: Ondo Police Claim Arrest Of 14 Robbers And Kidnappers

The Ondo State police have claimed the arrest of fourteen suspected armed robbers and kidnappers. A police statement alleged that the suspects had been terrorizing residents of the state capital, Akure, as well as surrounding towns.
The suspects, who were reportedly arrested after a tip-off from members of the public, were paraded at the police command’s headquarters on Igbatoro Road in Akure. In recent months, residents of the state had seen a spike in armed robbery attacks. The Ondo State Police Commissioner, Isaac Eke, revealed that the arrested suspects were part of a larger gang that had carried out incessant attacks all over the state.

On the 20th April 2014, Orijin will party at Elegushi beach! It promises to be the most Orijinal and Vibrant Easter Sunday ever as Burna lights up the stage in company of some of Nigeria’s hottest artistes; Seyi Shey, DJ Spinall and Oritsefemi who will be on point to make sure the party doesn’t stop till the break of dawn.

Orijin came out with an outrageously hilarious skit last year featuring Seyilaw see it after the cut...

Ondo Catholics In Akure Re-enact Crucifixion of Jesus Christ

As the Easter is just dozens of hours away, Ondo Catholics celebrated Good Friday on April 19, 2014, by commemorating and re-enacting the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
This day, also known as Holy Friday, Great Friday, Black Friday, or Easter Friday, day is commemorated with street processions in many countries around the globe. For instance, in predominantly Roman Catholic Philippines, some devotees engage in self-flagellation and even have themselves crucified with real nail piercing their body as expressions of penance despite health issues and strong disapproval from the Church.
As concerns Nigeria, such extremes have not been spotted, at least in Akure. See the photos below:

He looks so much like his dad...he's such a cutie!

Seyi Sodimu releases brand new music - Pele Pele

Seyi Sodimu the Nigerian born International artiste now based in Nigeria, has released a brand new single titled ( pele pele ) which is a re-make of Ebenezer Obey's {ore mi se pele pele}. Seyi, who is one of the pioneers of the new Nigerian music sound, has been absent from the music scene for a while to pursue other business ventures including real estate, fashion, automotives, and many other businesses. His last single Gbedu was released 2 years ago. Seyi's style of music is called Afro-soul which is a fusion of African music, soul and high-life. His style is termed adult contemporary and is geared towards a mature crowd while at the same time appealing to the youth and the masses. Continue...

Wishing everyone all the special things you most enjoy for Easter and always! God bless you and yours. Have a blessed and happy Easter!

Wait, it's 20 hours to fly from the US to Nigeria? :-)

According to US singer Keyshia Cole, it is! :-). #Justplaying. Keyshia Cole is currently in Nigeria to perform at the Calabar International Jazz Festival which started yesterday and will end on Monday. Keyshia will perform tomorrow Sunday April 20th.

Doyin Okupe takes responsiblity for misinformation on abducted girls

Mr Doyin Okupe, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Public Affairs, yesterday took full responsibility for the misinformation on the 100+ abducted Government Girls Secondary students who were taken from their hostel on Monday 14th in Chibok, Borno state by Boko Haram men. He had issued a statement saying the military had released the girls. It was later found to be false. The girls are still missing.

Sunday, April 20, 2014

Saturday, April 19, 2014