Joey Chestnut eats 69 hot dogs in 10 minutes, sets new world record

Joey Chestnut won Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest again this year, eating 69 hot dogs in 10 minutes. It was the seventh straight time that Chestnut has won the annual Coney Island event, and the third time in the past six years that he’d set a new world record.

(Totaling up those six contests, Chestnut has eaten 380 hot dogs across six annual 10-minute increments—which means in the equivalent of one hour, he’s devoured more than 110,000 calories, or as many calories as the average person is recommended to consume in nearly two months.)

Football player, Nnamdi Asomugha Secretely Marries Actress Kerry Washington

According to reports by E! News, Kerry Washington got married to San Francisco 49ers cornerback, Nnamdi Asomugha on June 24 in Blaine County, Idaho.

The notoriously private actress and football player have reportedly been dating for one year, since summer 2012.

This is the first marriage for Washington, 36, who went from generally lovely actress to mega-star over the past year, thanks to her role in Django Unchained

Like his bride, Asomugha, 31 is a dedicated activist and philanthropist: he runs a charity in Nigeria and attends the Clinton Global Initiative conference, while she raises money for the American Cancer Society and addressed the crowd at the 2012 Democratic National Convention.

Check out their marriage certificate.

Wale's “The Gifted” album claims No 1 spot on US Billboard 200

Nigerian-American rapper, Olubowale Victor Akintimehin, fondly referred to as Wale, whose album, “The Gifted”, was released on June 25 has sold 158,000 copies in its first week, knocking Kanye West’s “Yeezus” from the top spot of the Billboard 200 albums chart.

Clearly, Wale was boosted by the success of lead single 'Bad' which has been a mainstay on rap radio since the beginning of the year. It peaked at No.3 on Billboard's rap chart and spawned a Rihanna remix.

Congrats to him.

PHOTOS: 20-year-old Nigerian Bags First Class Degree in Law at UK University

A law student from GRA, Benin City, Osarieme Anita Omonuwa has placed an official stamp on the common saying that Nigeria is blessed with the best brains in the world – on July 3, Osarieme bagged a First Class degree in Law at Reading University in the United Kingdom.

Miss Omonuwa, 20, who hails from Edo State in Nigeria, also received the 2012 prestigious “Chancellor's Award” of the university for her outstanding academic performance. With this feat, Anita became the first black woman to win the Reading University Chancellor's Award.

"I chose the University of Reading as my brother is a graduate and he loved the student experience. The unprecedented academic standard, diversity of students and above all the location confirmed my decision. Coming to Reading was one of the best decisions I have ever made," Anita said.

The chancellor of the university, Sir John Madejski, on the occasion of the award presentation last Wednesday, described Omonuwa as “representative of our brightest and best students”.

KandF gathered that Anita’s father, Mr. Omoruyi Augustine Omonuwa, is a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) and holder of national honour, Order of the Federal Republic (OFR).

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Star Trek: Timaya, Naeto C, Wande Coal and others head for Aba

The Star Music Trek holding in Aba on July 7 would see several music stars perform in the popular eastern state.

On the list are Wande Coal, Timaya, Mr. Raw, Kcee and Naeto C, with the organisers saying up-and-coming artistes too will have an opportunity to perform at the Recreation Centre, venue of the event.

Last weekend, the popular concert tour had visited Enugu, and is said to have drawn thousands of excited music fans to Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium at the city center for a night of extravagant entertainment.

Niger Delta may no longer enjoy 13% derivation – Mitee

The Chairman, Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative, Mr. Ledum Mitee, has said the Niger Delta region will no longer enjoy the 13 per cent derivation that accrues from Company Income Tax if the current Petroleum Profit Tax is replaced with the Nigerian Hydrocarbon Tax as proposed in the Petroleum Industries Bill.

He also said the volume of crude oil production might be difficult to ascertain except a new royalty provision was included in the PIB.

Mitee made these observations in a paper entitled, ‘Some reflections on the Petroleum Industry Bill and the Niger Delta’, which he delivered at a workshop organised by AFROFIT Consult in Calabar, Cross River State on Thursday.

He said whereas NHT would be subject to the 13 per cent derivation, the CIT would not, adding that this was one of the implications of the proposed changes to the derivation principle.

Man jailed six months for stealing ₦6,000 phone

A 28-year-old man, Lucky Matthew, has been sentenced to six months imprisonment for stealing a Nokia phone worth ₦6,000.

The verdict was passed at the Ikeja Magistrates’ Court, Lagos, after Matthew pleaded guilty to three-count charge of conspiracy, burglary and stealing.

The presiding magistrate, Mrs. Olufunke Hamzat, sentenced Matthew without an option of fine. She said, “You are hereby sentenced to six months imprisonment without an option of fine for pleading guilty to the charges against you.”

However, Matthew’s accomplice in the crime, Chigozie Udeh, 26, pleaded not guilty. Matthew and Udeh were neighbours in Agege.

New Video: Sir Victor Olaiya ft. 2face Idibia – Baby Jowo [Remix]

What a collabo! This song would always remain ever green.

50Cent Reacts to Domestic Violence Charges Against Ex-Girlfriend

50 Cent, whose real name is Curtis Jackson was charged with domestic violence and four counts of vandalism for allegedly attacking his ex-girlfriend at her condo in Toluca Lake, California.

Meanwhile, Scott Leemon, Jackson's attorney, has issued the following statement:

"Curtis Jackson denies these allegations as made against him. It is important to note, Mr. Jackson has not been arrested and there is no warrant outstanding for his arrest."

Leemon added, "We have been in contact with the L.A. City Attorney's Office and are currently conducting our own investigation into these allegations.

Out of respect for the legal process, we will not be commenting any further at this time."

VIDEO: Pastor goes ballistic on church members who were sleeping during sermon

Baptist preachers have a reputation for being blunt and direct — but a pastor in Oklahoma has taken it to a whole new level.

Dr. Jim Standridge, 76, of Immanuel Baptist Church in Skiatook declared, “I’m important, I’m somebody!” after he noticed one of his members was napping during his morning sermon.

He proceeded to another member who obviously would be getting wedded in the church, “what makes you think I’d marry you? You’re one of the sorriest church members I have. You’re not worth 15 cents. And you want me to marry you to her?”

Check out the video; let’s know what you think!

Nigeria drop to 35th position in latest Fifa Ranking

The Super Eagles saw their fortunes tumble after their hectic campaign in June saw them win two, lose two and draw one of their matches

The descent of the Super Eagles on the Fifa ranking continued as the team dropped four spots to finish in 35th place in the new listing released on Thursday.

Nigeria had a hectic June playing two 2014 World Cup qualifiers before heading to Brazil to play in the Fifa Confederations Cup.

Stephen Keshi’s side won two of their five matches last month, losing two with one draw.

The Super Eagles beat Kenya 1-0 in Nairobi and drew 1-1 with Namibia in Windhoek. They won 6-1 against Tahiti before losing 1-2 and 0-3 to Uruguay and Spain respectively.

The team finished in 31st spot in the previous ranking released in June.

Beyoncé and Jay-Z 'splash out £5,000 on designer gifts for Kim and Kanye's daughter

While we await the first set of photos of Kimye’s baby girl; gifts have started pouring in for the little baby North.

Among the first in line to catch a glimpse of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West's daughter North were Beyoncé and Jay-Z - who made their visit even sweeter by reportedly bringing along a staggering £5,000 worth of presents for the tot.

Among the gifts the pair gave to two-week-old North were personalised Christian Dior baby booties and a three-piece sterling silver Elsa Peretti Padova baby set with the tot's name on, according to reports.

Photos of Singer Dencia at the BET 2013 award

 

Looking cute as usual!

UK Woman Sells Almost Everything to Pay for Dog’s Surgery

Vicky Hughes, a U.K. woman, has sold most of her belongings on eBay to pay for her dog’s surgery after she learned her pet insurance wouldn’t cover her dog.

The 33-year-old woman had to pay more than $6,000 for several hours of emergency surgery for her dog, Emma, the Daily Mail reported.

“I broke down in tears on the phone when they told me Emma was not covered. It was as if they didn’t give a stuff about what had just happened,” she told the tabloid.

At the time, Hughes could not entirely pay for the six-year-old dog’s surgery after her insurer said the dog’s treatment could not be covered. She had to use the last several hundred dollars in her bank account to cover the bill.

OJB's Camp Confirms that Gov Amaechi Has Given $100,000 for his treatment

FG promises 18-hour daily power supply by 2014

The Federal Government has assured Nigerians that they will start enjoying power supply for 18 hours as from 2014.

The Minister of State for Power, Alhaja Zainab Kuchi, stated this while speaking with reporters at the headquarters of the Peoples Democratic Party in Abuja on Wednesday.

She also assured that power generation in the country would peak at 10,000 megawatts by the end of December 2014.

The minister said the increase in power generation would translate into between 17 and 18 hours of power supply in the country.

The minister in company with the Minister of Power, Prof. Chinedu Nebo, were at the party’s secretariat to brief its leadership on the activities of their ministry in the last one year.

Nebo directed the minister of state to answer most of the questions by journalists after their interaction with the members of the National Working Committee of the party.

Delta State Imposes Curfew on Warri North

The Delta State Government Wednesday announced measures to check the escalation of crisis in Warri North Local Government Area of the state, following two days of violent attacks by suspected militants that have left at least four persons killed and scores of houses torched.

With the curfew, the government has banned movements on waterways between dusk and dawn as part of the measures to halt the spate of violence.

Also banned from operating on the waterways in the area are all speedboats with two horsepower and above.

Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Mr Ovuozorie Macaulay, announced the curfew yesterday, at the end of the State Security Council meeting, held in Asaba, and presided over by the state Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan.

Macaulay said: “(The) Council approved the immediate ban on all movements on the waterways in Warri North Local Government Area from 6p.m. to 7a.m. to check further skirmishes in the area.”

Military Takes Over in Egypt, President Morsi ousted

Late Wednesday, General Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, the head of Egypt’s army, announced that President Morsi was no longer in office during a speech on state television.

Police later began arresting key presidential aides and the leaders of the Muslim Brotherhood.

Sisi also suspended the country’s constitution, saying that new parliamentary elections will be held.

The army chief declared Head of Supreme Constitutional Court Adli Mansour as the interim president.

Though President Morsi had said on his Facebook page that the army’s move was a “military coup,” asking the Egyptians to “abide by the constitution and the law and not to respond to this coup.”

Meanwhile, Egyptian security forces have detained two senior leaders of the Muslim Brotherhood close to Morsi. Rashad Bayoumi, the group’s deputy leader, and Saad al-Katatni, the leader of the Brotherhood’s political arm, were arrested just hours after Morsi’s overthrow.

State media also reported that arrest warrants had been issued for a total of 300 Brotherhood officials.

VIDEO: Watch Yvonne Nelson on The Juice With Toolz

In this intimate edition of the Juice, with super star Actress Yvonne Nelson, Toolz reveals a side to this Diva we have never seen before and uncovers some deeply personal truths, touching on her relationships, break-ups and being a sex symbol.

Check out the video.

EFCC Declares Ex-Convict, Ade Bendel Wanted

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has declared a 419 kingpin, Ade Adedeji Olumide better known as “Ade Bendel” wanted. The Owan born-businessman is wanted for allegedly perpetrating a fraud of $ 7.5 million fraud while serving a jail term in Kirikiri Maximum Security Prison. Ade Bendel was convicted and sentenced to a 6-year jail term in 2007 for defrauding an Egyptian Army General. While serving his term, Ade claimed to have become born-again and he even organized several crusades on his release.

The declaration was made known by the Head of the Commission’s Media and Publicity Unit, Wilson Uwujaren.

The notification reads in part, “the public is hereby notified that Olumide Adedeji (a.k.a Ade Bendel) is wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in connection with a case of Criminal Conspiracy and obtaining the sum of $ 7,855,500 and ₦3,000,000 from a Nigerian citizen while serving a jail term at Kirikiri Prison, Lagos.

Alarm Don Blow!!! Porn Film Accidentally Shown on Billboard in China

An unfortunate Chinese computer technician found his private viewing habits projected into the public square last week in China’s Jilin Province.

Yuan Mou, a repairman tasked with fixing a huge LED screen hanging above the city’s main railway station, accidentally broadcast a pornographic film on the monitor for ten minutes, while hundreds of shocked bystanders gathered to look on.

According to the South China Morning Post, Yuan Mou was hired to fix the screen and after a long day’s work, began watching erotic film ‘The Forbidden Legend: Sex and Chopsticks’ on his laptop, without realizing it was still connected to the billboard-sized public monitor.

Yuan reportedly remained unaware of his mistake until Southern Advertising Company, which owns the screen, called to alert him, at which point -- according to later police reports -- he is said to have immediately disconnected his computer and throw the Sex and Chopsticks VCD out the window.

VIDEO: Watch Ice Prince Receiving 2013 BET Award On Stage

NEW VIDEO: Snoop Lion ft Rita Ora – Torn Apart

Check out Snoop Lion’s latest video for the song ‘Torn Apart’, it features British-Kosovo singer, Rita Ora – the song was lifted off Snoop's 12th studio album, Reincarnated.

The video was shot in Thailand and produced by Major Lazer.

PHOTO NEWS: Nigerian Lesbians and Gays protest against Anti Same Sex Marriage Bill in London

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Delta Police Parade e-banking fraud suspects

The Nigeria Police, Warri Area Command, Warri, Delta State, has arrested and paraded two suspects involved in e-banking transfer fraud to the tune of four million naira.

The Area Commander, ACP Hussaini Rabiu, over the weekend, paraded the suspects in Warri.

The two suspects are Mr Edema Rapheal (20), an apprentice, who resides at No. 9, Ogbelaka Street, Benin City and Mr Friday Wuruyai (21), a Federal Government Scholarship 200 level student of Benson Idahosa University, studying Computer Science and resides at No. 24 Abala Street, Warri.

The four million naira, said to have been electronically stolen, belonged to one Mr Chris Ekpekurede, an engineer, who resides at No. 2, Saniyo Street, Off Jakpa Road, Effurun.

Ekpekurede was said to have received a phony text message on June 12, 2013 which read: “Dear customer, your First Bank online security is still not active. Please, log in below to activate your online verification privacy Department 2013 First Bank Plc.”

The unsuspecting Ekpekurede was said to have logged in all his bank details including his ATM pin number. Thereafter, he received an alert from First Bank Nigeria Plc that he had transferred four million naira from his account.