Children save prophetess’ 20-yr-old marriage

 By Adeola Adenuga & Kafayat Tijani

An Agege Grade ‘A’ Customary Court, Lagos saved a 20-year-old marriage between Samuel Fayose and his wife, Adetutu, a prophetess. Court President Emmanuel Shokunle earlier told the couple to consider their children, who might suffer if they separated. ”Marriage is full of ups and downs, no man on earth is perfect, and no one is an angel. So, I implore you to

Patience Jonathan steps out to douse illness rumour

Wife of Nigeria’s President, Patience Faka Jonathan has held court in Abuja, apparently to douse renewed speculations about her health.

The First Lady  received  in audience the senior special assistant to the president on youth matters, Jude Omagwe, along with the  the executives of the National Association of Nigerian Students and the National Youth Council.

She reportedly told her audience that the security situation in Nigeria requires the commitment of the youths to peace and unity of the

Interview: I don’t believe in God —Seun Kuti

Oluseun Anikulapo-Kuti is the youngest son of the legendary Afrobeat pioneer, Fela Anikulapo-Kuit. Seun leads his father’s band, the ‘Egypt 80’ to date. In this interview with Bayo Adeoye, he speaks on his music and lifestyle, amongst other issues

You were 14 when Fela died, what do you miss most about him?

Well, Fela was my father. You know, it’s a long time now since he died. The most important thing to me now is his presence. I miss him

Blues beaten: West Bromwich up to fourth as Odemwingie strike downs Chelsea

 
Premier League, The Hawthorns – West Bromwich Albion 2 (Long 10, Odemwingie 50) Chelsea 1 (Hazard 39)

West Bromwich Albion moved into the Premier League’s top four with a superb 2-1 win over a weakened Chelsea side at The Hawthorns.
Shane Long’s early goal was cancelled out by Eden hazard’s deflected header six minutes before half-time.

But Peter Odemwingie converted a Long cross with a glancing header early in the second half and West Brom repelled a

Tony Payne: 9ice breaks silence at last!

By OPEOLUWANI OGUNJIMI

After his widely publicised  break up with his ex- wife, Toni Payne, a few years ago, ‘Gongo Aso’ crooner,  otherwise known as Nigerian hook man; 9ice, never ceased to be in the media for the wrong reason. One time, he was accused of having a baby out of wedlock, and at another time was rumoured to have reconciled with Payne. But in this interview, 9ice  addresses some of these controversies surrounding his career. He also speaks on his separation with former manager, Dehinde Fajan among other issues.

It’s been a while since we last heard from you. What’s happening to your career?
I believe I don’t have to stick to just music. For that reason, I’ve been involved in other projects. Of recent, I featured in a movie where I played a major role and that took us a lot of time.
I also travelled to shoot four of my videos in the UK. I’ll be releasing

My haters will soon blame themselves for criticsing my songs — Tonto Dike

It’s no longer news that the two singles, Hi and Itz ova’ released by Tonto a couple of weeks back is trailed with controversies. For those who don’t know, Tonto is making effort to shoot the musical video of her two songs and she is not discouraged by those who have scorned her.

Tonto who missed out her debut appearance at an award night said when the musical video is released people who have critised her would definitely have themselves to blame later.

‘’When my song came out, they blamed me for singing without listening, then they listened and then blamed the producer, But give them time they will blame themselves for ever criticizing the cute songs. Both songs were the most popular songs by an actor/actress. They also have the records of being the most

Onshore/Offshore Controversy: ‘Obasanjo Bribed Northern Legislators

Former vice-chancellor, Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, Prof Ango Abdullahi, has decried the role played by northern legislators and some governors regarding the law on onshore/offshore dichotomy, claiming that some of them compromised their positions during the passage of the controversial law.

Abdullahi, who is also the spokesperson of the Northern Elders Forum (NEF), further claimed that the legislators and some governors received bribes to

Paschal Eronmose emerges the winner of Gulder Ultimate Search 2012

Paschal will cart home the N9 million grand prize, N500,000 swagger allowance and a brand new 2012 SUV after a gruelling contest that saw many tough contenders falling by the way, Paschal Eronmose on Friday emerged the winner of Gulder Ultimate Search 9.

He thus becomes the 9th champion of Nigeria’s first 100 per cent local content reality TV show. He narrowly edged out Onyinye Udodi, the last female contestant standing. The competition has never been won by a female since inception

VIDEO: See Ebube’s reaction as she received a call from MTN that she won an Aeroplane

Call to Ebube Essien-Garricks (winner of the just concluded MTN Ultimate Wonder Aeroplane Promo)

Oge Okoye Adds Another Year Today And Spends It Dancing With Children In Special Homes & Taking Them To An Amusement Park

Today is actress Oge Okoye's birthday and her Foundation, Positive Life for Children Foundation (PLCF) will be going to some special homes in Lagos to support the kids, put a smile on their faces and dance with

Mrs Abacha steals show at book launch, donates N5 million

Former First lady, Mrs Maryam Abacha,  yesterday stole the show , at the launch of a book written by her former Military press secretary, Colonel John Adache (rtd).

Mrs Abacha, walked in surprisingly into the Sani Abacha conference Hall of the National Defence Collage, NDC, in company of her son , Mohammed and a retinue of well wishers.

At  the launch of the book on ‘The Military and Public Relations; Issues Strategies and Challenges’ it commenced with the Chief launcher donating N2 million, the former First lady who is the mother of the day announced, her family’s donation of

Court awards N3.5m damages against Bullion Van driver, Bank

By Ikechukwu Nnochiri, Abuja

After five years of intense legal battle, reprieve has  finally come the way of Mr. Samuel Chinedu Abana who on January 17, 2007, escaped death by the whiskers after a reckless Bullion Van driver, rammed into his car, sending him and his driver into coma for several weeks.

In its judgment, the High Court of Lagos State Ikeja Division, found the Bullion Van Driver, Mr. Sunday Obiere, guilty of driving against traffic, maintaining that both the defendant and his employer, United Bank for Africa, UBA, are liable to pay the sum of N3.5million to the victim as special and

Premiership: Eagles at ‘war’ as Mikel, Moses battle Odemwingie

Emotions will run high today, as Chelsea clash with West Brom in a Premier League match at The Hawthorns.

Nigerian players John Obi Mikel, Victor Moses and Osaze Peter Odemwingie who were not part of the Super Eagles international friendly last Wednesday will be aiming to perform and thrill their Nigerian fans, while on the other hand,  the two coaches Roberto Di Matteo and Steve Clarke are desperate to impress. Di Matteo was coach at West Brom, while Clarke played for Chelsea and was assistant to Jose Mourinho and Avram Grant.

Mikel, Moses battle Odemwingie