Beyond Merit: June 2013

Sunday, 30 June 2013

Ice Prince wins BET Award

It's been confirmed that Ice Prince has won the 2013 African Act in the ongoing BET Award. We say congratulations to him!

Photos: Emma Nyra's Kereshere video shoot

The video was shot last week in London. See more photos after the cut...

This week, Annabel, Bolt, Dillish, Hakeem, Maria and Natasha were on the chopping block and it was left to Africa to decide who stays. Africa saved Annabel, Dillish, Hakeem, Pokello and Natasha from possible Eviction while Sierra Loene’s Bolt and Namibia’s Maria were shown the exit door.

Yes guys! Don't tell me you are surprised. The President of the United States of America, Barrack Obama and his family are not coming to Nigeria for security reasons in their current African tour, but at least we have the First Lady, Michelle Obama, wearing a piece designed by our own Maki Oh, during her trip to South Africa. Check out the photos yourself. I love the mix of prints and colours – the mix of tiny prints with large block print on a flared skirt., don't you? See more photos after the cut...

Mrs. Modupe Onitiri-Abiola, one of the wives of the acclaimed winner of the annulled June 12, 1993 presidential elections has announced her intention to enter into politics and contest for the post of the governor of Lagos state. She, however, did not mention the party’s platform on which she would contest.
Mrs. Modupe Onitiri-Abiola, according to report, says if she becomes the state governor, poverty eradication would be the focal point of her administration.
What do you think, guys?

Alesha Dixon’s Nigerian baby daddy is a £15,000-a-year dancer who lives in a modest flat.

According to The Sun UK, Britain's Got Talent star Alesha surprised the showbiz world last week by revealing that she is pregnant with Azuka Ononye's child.(Trust Nigerians abeg!). The report claims that until at that point, the millionaire former pop star had kept the relationship secret. (And so?)
See the report below:

Former Super Eagles midfielder, Thompson Oliha died this morning at a private hospital in Ilorin where he had been receiving treatment for an undisclosed ailment.

An Abuja based photographer, Emmanuel Okolo has filed a N120 million copyright suit against popular music star 2face, his wife, Annie Idibia and their manager, Anthonio Anifite.

Barely 72 hours after the Rivers State Governor and the Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, Mr. Rotimi Amaechi, was barred from exchanging pleasantries with President Goodluck Jonathan, the duo met at the Port Harcourt International Airport on Saturday and embraced each other.

Toolz’ birthday is actually July 6th but her friends decided to surprise her a week early.
Her fiance Captain Tunde Demure, Banky W, Tiwa Savage and fiance Teebillz, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu and a few other friends were at the intimate dinner last night. More photos after the cut...

Governor Godswill Akpabio donates N50m to Nollywood

While thousands are still unemployed today in Akwa Ibom State, the alleged father Christmas governor Godswill Akpabio has donated a whopping 50 million naira to Nollywood practitioners.

Tonto Dikeh took to twitter to explain marijuana photos found on her Instagram page. She denies saying these words 'Mi smoke gaja mi smoke weed while my hatez smoke ma gossip'. Read her tweets below:

More after cut...

Iyanya was recently on The Tim Westwood Show where he freestyled with Kukere. Watch the video as Iyanya goes ragga with a mish-mash of ‘Kukere’ and ‘Your Waist’.
Iyanya also remixes ‘Your Waist’ with a new quote ‘Yvonne Nelson I lost your medicine’ replacing Yvonne Nelson I have Your medicine. I don’t want your tears, no emotions. And then a tribute to his fans.
Watch video after the cut...

Oyinlola Rotimi, Obafemi Awolowo University student who became popular after giving birth in the student’s toilet has named her baby, Nifemi, Okikiola.
The 22-year-old mother has described her experience as “unforgettable” adding that her child had made her a celebrity.

Justin Bieber has a new girlfriend, 22-year old Las Vegas model Jordan Ozuna. But here’s the funny part: Jordan is someone’s wife.
Apparently Justin Bieber had no prior knowledge of that, and days after the couple were pictured sharing kisses and having a good time on a date, Jordan’s mother-in-law has come out to announce that her son is Jordan’s legal husband.

Jesse Jagz has released the tracklisting for his 2nd album, and the most striking feature is the absence of M.I & Ice Prince.
The album, titled “Jagz Nation Vol. 1: Thy Kingdom Come”, is an 18-track compilation, with features from the likes of Wizkid, Brymo & 9ice.

A new TV series titled Quick Sand , which stars several Nollywood actors, is currently being shot. It stars among others, Femi Jacobs, Anthony Monjaro, Chelsea Eze, Tana Adelana, and Bryan Okwara. More photos after the cut...

You should learn to watch what you put up on social media, especially when you’re a celebrity.
Tonto Dikeh might be in a lot of trouble after officials of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency stated that she could face up to 15 years in jail for taking pictures of banned substances and encouraging their consumption.

The Ghanian actress was blasted so babdly after her previous letter regarding ailing producer, OJB's fundraising issue. She claimed she knows more about the Kidney transplants problem. She has released a statement clarifying her intentions. Read below:

A steamy lovemaking session turned tragic after a couple in China reportedly fell out of a window to their deaths. The Sun reports.
The lovebirds from Wuhan, central China, were having sex against a glass pane when the poorly constructed window broke under the weight of their passion.
Photo shows their naked bodies covered in sheets.

Eva Alordiah flaunts well-toned abs in shirtless photo

Sexy lady. Love her eyes...don't you?

Ex-beauty queen Munachi Abi talks about her relationship with Peter Okoye and girlfriend Lola

Do you believe in love at first sight?
Yes, it could happen. It is possible.
Is this what happened between you and Peter Okoye (PSquare) love at first sight?

Tonto Dikeh gets emotional on Instagram, says she misses her mum

The actress/singer posted this photo on her instagram page today and wrote:

no 1 kwz my struggle, al they see is Tonto diz Tonto dat!!!! nt kwin hw hard it hurt deep down to loose ur mom at d age of 3, n it hurt d most nt to hav her enjoy d fruit of her child birth, Mom i missed u alot #POKO

Government officials withdraw support for OJB due to misinformation on funds raised

There have been speculations that some celebrities have been to see OJB and made some donations. While it's true that the likes of Don Jazzy, P-Square, Ruggedman, Mercy Johnson, Iyanya, Julius Aguw have contributed, the other names on the list that circulated today are 100% false. For instance, D'banj didn't give N7m, Wizkid didn't give N3m and 2face didn't give N1.5m.

Is the Bawse having trouble paying his bills? Lol! A jewelry store in Texas has hit Rick Ross with a $90,000 lawsuit after the Maybach Music Group founder allegedly failed to pay for three iced out Rolexes.

Have you seen the new Stanbic IBTC commercial? The one with the guy directing traffic? Well if you haven’t, you should. Stanbic IBTC is running a competition where if you can spot the difference in the commercial, you stand a chance to win N100, 000.

The much anticipated video for the track ‘Good Good Loving’ out of the fourth solo album – RnBW from Nigeria’s RnB king, Banky W has been shot featuring a line-up of celebrities.
The video which was shot by Capital Pictures’ Clarence Peters and directed with Banky was shot at the Ilashe Beach, Paradise Boat Club and the Blak Lounge at Elegushi beach.
Banky W posted a picture on Instagram of himself and P.R.E, Efya, BOJ, Retta, eLDee, Damilola Adegbite, Noble Igwe, Lynxxx and DJ Obi hanging out during the video filming. More after the cut...

Emerald, a new TV show starring Joseph Benjamin is currently being shot. The actor has not done done TV in a while, and according to him, the show is a very promising one. The show also stars Kunle Bamtefa, Jide Kosoko, Bayray Mcwizu, and and Femi Branch. It is directed by John Njamah and Tope Alake. More after the cut...

Popular Nollywood actress, Chika Ike is currently on location for a new movie, titled THE MARK. According to the actress, it is an emotional movie, in which she plays a mentally ill patient.
The movie was written by Sylvester Madu, and is being directed by him. More photos after the cut...

Can you guess who this actor is? Forget the makeup, he is young. He is from Anambra State, and his first name starts with the letter K.

Model Kendra Etufunwa flaunts hot body in racy lingerie

The model/actress shared the photos on her instagram page today. Sexy, right?

Adorable! Beverly Afaglo and daughter

This picture of Ghanaian actress, Beverly Afaglo Baah, with her husband and baby daughter is just adorable.Cute little girl!

Check out photos of Yvonne Nelson in London

Popular Ghanaian actress, Yvonne Nelson is currently in London. She took time to sit for an interview with Ludwig Junia of 4SYTE TV. See more photos after the cut...

Photos: Terry G visits Charlyboy at his office ahead of Abuja concert, presents his Book of Ginjah

Terry G made an official visit to Charly Boy's New Wave Productions office yesterday and presented his latest album titled Book of Ginjah to the AreaFather.
Terry G is in Abuja for his Book of Ginjah concert (launch of his new album) which will hold at the ThisDay Dome on the 5th of July. More photos after the cut...

Tauheed Epps, popularly known as 2 Chainz, had lied about his getting robbed. On Tuesday the robbing crew taunted 2 Chainz by tweeting the evidence along with the caption: “That nigga #2chainz said he never got robbed out here in the #Bayarea.” See the stolen ID after the cut...

Giannis Adetokunbo

Two Nigerians, Victor Oladipo & Giannis Adetokunbo have been drafted into the NBA this morning during the annual NBA draft event.
Victor Oladipo was taken in at Number 2 by the Orlando Magic while Adetokunbo was the 15th pick, selected by the Milwaukee Bucks.
Both will hope to have successful NBA careers like Hakeem “The Dream” Olajuwon, who was the 1st pick of the ’84 draft.
21-year old Oladipo previously played for the basketball team at Indiana University, while 18-year old small forward Adetokunbo was selected out of Greece.
Whether both players will play for the Nigerian national basketball team is yet not known. We say congratulations to them.

Victor Oladipo

Brad Pitt & Angelina Jolie set to wed soon

Angelina Jolie wins. Brad, had in 2006, said he and the pretty actress would not be walking down the aisle till everyone in the country could get legally married. This dream came true when the Supreme Court struck out the marriage act and reinstated gay marriage.

On Tuesday, June 25, 2013 some of Nigeria’s finest celebrities gathered at the WheatBaker Hotel for the launch of MTV Staying Alive Foundation campaign, Shuga a TV drama about sex, youth and relationships.

Guests included Alex Okosi, Georgia Arnold, Emmanuel Alhassan, Mairo Mandara, Dr Okey Nwanyanwu and Deji Awokoya.

Others are: Olisa Adibua, Chris Attoh, Gbenro Ajibade, IllBliss, Uti Nwachukwu, Alex Ekubo, Beverly Naya, Oreka Goddis, Tosyn Bucknor, Toke Makinwa, Jumai Shaba. More photos after the cut...

Ain't they truly Nigeria's Chrisbrown and 'bad' girl Riri? Beautiful couple!

Celebrity stylist, Toyin Lawani has announced that she is getting married to her 21-year-old lover. Although the story itself got a lot of people curious, considering her fiancee’s age, but new developments have revealed the situation surrounding her previous relationship with a Lagos State Commissioner in charge of
Waterfronts.

In every facets of life, there are categories, so it is in the ‘profession’ of begging, where there are also categories. In the ‘profession’ of begging, there is the normal ‘bambiala’ beggars, which are those who walk about with sticks saying different kinds of prayers just to get money from their ‘victims’, while there are the executive beggars, who beg with executive expertise. Lol!

Emerging as the first ever female winner of the MTN Project Fame competition, Chidinma Ekile, aka Miss Kedike has continued to steal the hearts of music lovers in Nigeria with great songs earning her different awards across Africa. She talks to This Day Entertainment Rave candidly in this interview about her life and career.

Eja Nla no be for mouth lol . One of Nigerian leading telecommunication, Etisalat ,has endorsed D'banj in a N250 million deal. The offical announcement will be made soon. We say congratulations to him.

Amaechi Prevented From Greeting President Jonathan, “Security Reasons” Says Gulak

It seems as if not all is as well as it seems on the surface as the Presidency yesterday defended the prevention of Governor Rotimi Amaechi of Rivers State from exchanging pleasantries with President Goodluck Jonathan by a security operative during dinner at the Presidential Villa, Abuja on Wednesday.

The family members of the late Osondi Owendi crooner, Nwaozo Obiajulu, famously known as MC Loph have distanced themselves from the report making the rounds in the media that there is an ongoing cold war between them and the Morgan Entertainment Boss, Emeka Morgan Nwanne Oguejiofor over the demise of their son.

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