From the monthly archives: August 2011

Mercy Johnson weds today amid tight security

On August 27, 2011 · In Home Video People
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Despite the scandals trailing the much talked about wedding of popular actress, Mercy Johnson to her boyfriend of two years, Prince Odianosen Okojie, the wedding will hold as planned this morning.

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I ‘ve been living on fruits – Femi

On August 27, 2011 · In Tummy Talk

Femi Mokikan, a seasoned Human Resource personnel is the Executive Director of Seven-Up Bottling Plc. He has lived all his professional life managing people . He is our guest in this edition of Celebrity Tummy Talk.

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Kefee opens for India Arie at Chicago fiesta

On August 27, 2011 · In Showtime People

Sapele-born artiste, Irikefe Obareki aka Kefee is preparing for the performance of her life as she gets the unenviable task of opening the stage for American soul singer India Arie at the African Festival of the Arts, Chicago (AFA).

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Rochas donates N1m…Police release Sam Loco’s body

On August 27, 2011 · In Home Video People

To help alleviate the pains of losing the bread winner of the family, Governor Rochas Okorocha of Imo State in the week donated N1m to the family of the late legendary actor Sam Loco Efe who died in his hotel room, in Owerri, early this month.

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Ethnic nationalities should create a new constitution – Nnadi

On August 27, 2011 · In Politics

Tony Nnadi is the Secretary General of Movement for NewNigeria, a group that exclusively advocates for the restructuring of Nigeria. In this interview, he declares that the 1999 constitution does not reflect the yearnings of the ethnic nations in Nigeria. Hence, he is strongly advocating for the creation of a new constitution. Nnadi also frowns at plans by another group, National Consensus Group to convene a forum on a proposed constitution, without inputs by various ethnic nationalities in Nigeria. He also speaks on other national issues.

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25 killed as suicide bomber blows up Abuja UN House

On August 27, 2011 · In Headlines

The United NationsBuilding in Abuja came under a massive bomb attack when a suicide bomber rammed the building with his car, yesterday morning, killing at least 25 people and injuring over 40.

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My Backside is Bum-bastic! – Anita Joseph

On August 27, 2011 · In Showtime People

Her name is Anita Joseph. She’s an actress cum musician. She is also controversial. But she would not look for your trouble unless you look for hers, so she says. She is a toughie and she would not hesitate to tell you that.

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2Face, Akon drop hot new single

On August 27, 2011 · In Showtime People

Barely two months after he jointly won the much coveted Africa’s Best Act with fellow country man D’Banj at the 2011 edition of Black Entertainment Awards, 2face Idibia is set to explode again.

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Chante Moore postpones Lagos concert

On August 27, 2011 · In Showtime People

Virtual xchange, and True health foundation today have postponed the Chante Moore Lagos charity concert till 23rd October 2011.

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How Nollywood producer was nabbed for sexual harassment

On August 27, 2011 · In Home Video People

The age-long buzz that sexual harassment thrives in Nollywood came alive again last week when a popular producer (names withheld) and prominent member of the Association of Movie Producers (AMP) was arrested by the police in Lagos.

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Man runs amock, beheads wife pregnant with twin babies

On August 27, 2011 · In Crime Guard

A middle -aged man weekend, ran amock and killed his pregnant wife of over 15 years for allegedly plucking a corncob from his farm.

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Thornberry delivers on style and professionalism in Nigerian hospitality

On August 27, 2011 · In My Style

Experience a soft blend of contemporary style and classy design at the PENTHOUSE IKOYI, a prestigious and classy hotel situated in the heart of Ikoyi.

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Fashion show for Down syndrome awareness

On August 27, 2011 · In My Style

Top designer Adebayo Jones showcased an exclusive line from his latest collection when top business men, women and other dignitaries gathered in London recently to raise awareness on Down Syndrome amongst the populace, The event which was a fashion and fund-raising event in one, was aimed at reducing cases of down syndrome and raise funds for the activities for Down Syndrome Associations of Nigeria and UK.

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Karate scribe optimistic of medals haul at AAG

On August 27, 2011 · In Sports

Secretary of the Nigerian Karate Federation, Clement Iyaluegbeghe has expressed optimism on the team’s performance at the forthcoming All Africa Games billed for the Mozambican capital, Maputo.

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