President Jonathan Appoints Onyeka Onwenu as Director of NCWD

President Goodluck Jonathan has appointed Onyeka Onwenu as Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer of the National Centre for Women Development (NCWD), Abuja. The appointment, which takes immediate effect, was contained in a letter signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) Senator Ayim Pius Ayim. Congratulations to her.

Onyeka was previously the chairperson of the Imo State Council for Arts and a member of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

Amber Rose set to hit Lagos for Miss Earth Nigeria 2013 Grand Finale

Miss Earth Nigeria 2013 grand finale will hold this Sunday at the Oriental Hotel, Lagos. The organisers have unveiled its list of judges which include Genevieve Nnaji, American model/actress Amber Rose, Boris Kodjoe, American hip hop artiste Karly Redd and top Nigerian photographer Kelechi Amadi-Obi.

Meanwhile, Amber Rose has tweeted that she is on her way to Lagos.

Keep it locked to kiyoandfilo and we would get you posted with updates from the event. 

New Music Video: Sarkodie – Bounce

Bounce is another single off Ghanaian rapper, Sarkodie’s forthcoming album, titled ‘Sarkology’.

The video was directed by Nigeria's multiple award winning director, Sesan – check it out:

French TV star Nabilla Suffers Nip Slip during Press Conference [PHOTOS]

French reality TV star Nabilla Benattia, popularly referred to as the ‘French Kim Kardashian’ had her boobs falling out of her dress at a recent press conference.

The 21-year-old star was asked to pose for a flattering shot – seemingly unaware of her wardrobe malfunction; Nabilla went to place her hand on her hip – in the process, she revealed a part of her boobs.

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New Music Video: D’banj – Top of The World

After releasing the teaser hours back, kokomaster, D’banj has dropped the video for the official song of the 2013 African Nations Cup, “Top of The World”

The video was directed by GodFather Productions – check it here;

James Ibori Gave me $15million Bribe In 2007 – Nuhu Ribadu

Desperate to halt a probe into his finances, Nigerian governor James Ibori tried to bribe former anti-corruption boss Nuhu Ribadu in 2007 with $15 million in cash in a bag so heavy one man alone could not lift it, Ribadu told a London court on Thursday.

Ribadu said he pretended to take the bribe because he wanted the cash as evidence to use against Ibori in a prosecution, but rather than keep the money for himself he had it taken straight to the Central Bank of Nigeria to be kept safe in a vault.

Ribadu told the court that about $1 billion flowed from federal government accounts into Delta State coffers during Ibori’s eight years in power, and he estimated Ibori had stolen or wasted more than half of that amount.

When Governor Suswam becomes Bestman to a Cook [PHOTO]

Thenation: For Peter Anyiman, a cook serving Catholic Priest, Rev. Father Michael Tumba, his wedding last Saturday at Our Lady Perpetual Help Cathedral, Makurdi, Benue State, was made just a lit bit more special by the fact that his best man was Governor Gabriel Suswam.

Suswam told the guests at the wedding reception which was held at the same venue that the groom who had served Tumba in Abuja for 18 years had demonstrated commitment to his job and deserved to be honoured. He advised people to take their jobs seriously.

Putting his advice to practice, the governor took time to adjust the groom’s tie and wipe sweat from his face to the admiration of the guests who attended the ceremony.

Anyiman said he considered himself lucky to have the governor serve as his best man and could not have wished for a better wedding gift.

Rihanna releases new documentary titled ‘Half of Me’ [VIDEO]

Rihanna stars in a new mini-documentary titled “Half of Me.”

The Budweiser-presented footage shows the singer on her world tour, and splits time between the performer herself and the die-hard fans whom she inspires.

'Half of Me' is a story told from two perspectives: The fans, and Rihanna herself. Watch how Rihanna and her fans empower each other to make their dreams a reality.

SSS foils kidnap of late President Yar’Adua’s daughter

The department of state security has announced that it thwarted an attempt to kidnap one of the daughters of late President Umar Musa Yar’adua at a construction site in the Kado area of Abuja.

Addressing a news conference in Abuja on Thursday, Deputy Director, Public Relations of the Service, Marilyn Ogar says the duo of Hamza Abubakar and Lawrence Dennis planned the botched kidnap attempt.

Ms. Ogar said the two suspects colluded with five others who are still at large to plan the abduction.

The five other suspects are Abu Katsina, Daddy Mohammed, Isa Keteri, Masa’udu Kateri and another person simply identified as Ik.

Beyoncé and Jay Z Top Forbes' Highest-Earning Celebrity Couples List

According to Forbes, hip-hop and business savvy couple, Jay Z and Beyoncé made nearly $95 million last year.

The pair's high-earnings were due in large part to tours, album sales and business deals. Jay Z's platinum album, Watch the Throne, and world tour grossed nearly $1.4 million per night in the US. Beyoncé, who took a brief hiatus after their daughter Blue Ivy was born, roared back with the Mrs. Carter Show world tour, which has raked in an average of $2 million per night.

Check out M.I Abaga’s Bentley with a Custom Number Plate [PHOTOS]

The rapper, who was recently named Lagos Energy Ambassador, is surely living his dream – the chairman!

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Ronaldinho undergoes £36,000 operation to fix his teeth [VIDEO & PHOTOS]

Brazilian star, Ronaldinho coughed out £36,000 to get his teeth sorted at an orthodontic clinic in Brazil recently – farewell to the goofy grin.

The 33-year-old, who currently plies his Samba skills for Atletico Mineiro, can be seen in the video below having his trademark teeth fixed after going under the knife.

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New Music Video: Pryse – Eleto

Chocolate City’s first Lady, Pryse has released the visuals to her widely accepted single ‘Eleto’.

Check it out;

Police didn’t rescue me from kidnappers, says Bishop Kattey

Four days after he regained freedom from captivity, Archbishop Ignatius Kattey, Dean of the Anglican Communion in Nigeria, said the claim by the Rivers State Police Command that it rescued him from the abductors was “a blatant lie.”

He said the kidnappers voluntarily released him on their own accord which he attributed to divine intervention because, according to him, he knew people all over the world were praying for his unconditional release.

The 65-year-old cleric also said he was not aware of any ransom paid on his behalf.

Rivers State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Angela Agabe, shortly after the release of the Archbishop on Saturday evening had claimed that it was the police that rescued him.

21-Year-Old Nigerian, Ajibola Obabiyi Wins Muslim's Miss World Beauty Pageant [PHOTOS]

A Nigerian contestant, Obabiyi Aishah Ajibola has been crowned the winner of a beauty pageant for Muslims in Indonesia's capital, Jakarta.

The 20 finalists, who were all required to wear headscarves were from six countries – they were judged on how well they recited Koranic verses and their views on Islam in the modern world.

After a show in front of an audience of mainly religious scholars and devout Muslims, a panel of judges picked Obabiyi Aishah Ajibola as the winner.

Upon hearing her name, the 21-year-old knelt down and prayed, then wept as she recited a Koranic verse.

She said "thanks to almighty Allah" that she had won the contest. She received 25 million rupiah ($2,200) and trips to Mecca and India as prizes.

Ajibola told AFP before the final that the event "was not really about competition".

"We're just trying to show the world that Islam is beautiful," she said.

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Bash Ali apologises to President Jonathan and Sports minister

Allsports: Veteran Nigerian cruiserweight boxer, Bash Ali on Tuesday in Abuja tendered an apology for his actions in pushing for the government to sponsor his intended fight.

Ali had a problem with the Sports mininster, Bolaji Abdullahi after the boxer was thrown out by the minister’s security men for forcefully trying to break protocols to see him.

But he has apologised adding that his actions in was not intentional, nor was he willing to hurt anybody.

Ali is pushing to have his name enter the Guinness Book of World Records as the oldest boxer to win a world title, which he plans to stage in Nigeria.

“I will like to tender my unreserved apology to anybody I might have hurt in the process of my trying to bring honour, glory, employment and clean money to Nigeria,” Ali said at a press conference.

DJ Switch Emerged Winner of maiden edition of The Glo X Factor [PHOTOS]

Though the winner of the first edition of The Glo X Factor has not been officially announced, but we can authoritatively tell you that Obianuju Catherine Udeh, fondly called Dj Switch was crowned the Glo X factor winner last night.

Switch, who currently lives in Abuja smiles home with $150,000 (₦24 million) and a recording contract with SONY music.

DJ Switch, who is the last of eight children, grew up in Warri, but hails from Udi, Enugu State, and she studied Geology at the University of Port Harcourt.

Congrats to the new Xfactor.

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African Queen Crooner, 2face Idibia is a year older today

Innocent Ujah Idibia, popularly called 2Face Idibia was born in Jos, Plateau State, on September 18, 1975 ­– he is 38 today.

HBD to a true star.

Afro-beat Legend, Fela Kuti’s movie to be directed by Andrew Dosunmu

The man at the helm of indie drama ‘Mother of George,’ director Andrew Dosunmu is set to embark on another rattling project. Dosunmu has been picked to direct Focus Features’ drama with music Fela Kuti, which is currently in development.

Dosunmu will direct from a script written by Focus CEO James Schamus and Nigerian poet Chris Abani. The script will be based on Michael Veal's book Fela: The Life and Times of an African Music Icon.

The film will chronicle the life of Fela, who was not only one of the founders of the musical movement of Afrobeat, a fusion of jazz, funk and psychedelic rock, but also pushed boundaries in art and life in the 1970s.

Kate Henshaw celebrates 20 years in Nollywood with a book launch [PHOTOS]

Celebrating two decades in Nigeria film industry, popularly called Nollywood, actress, Kate Henshaw, presented a book titled, The World of an Actress: My Story, on Tuesday at the Muson Centre, Lagos.

The memoir, which also doubles as a photo book, chronicles the actress’ humble beginning as a starlet, career highpoints, as well as the journey to fame.

Special guests at the event, which was anchored by ace Nollwyood actor and comedian, Basorge Tariah Jnr, include the First Lady of Ekiti State, Mrs.Bisi Fayemi, Rita Dominic, Dakore Egbuson, Chidi Mokeme, Chioma Chukwuka, Ibinabo Fiberesima, Segun Arinze, Funke Akindele and other stars.

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Miss New York, Nina Davuluri crowned 2014 Miss America [PHOTOS & VIDEO]

After a night of long evening gowns, tight swimsuit strutting, dancing, singing and, yes, answering those tough judges' questions (including ones about Miley Cyrus and Syria!), the contestants were narrowed down to one winner.

Miss New York, Nina Davuluri, 24, became the first woman of Indian descent to win the title – she was crowned the new Miss America on Sunday night in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

The beauty queen beat 52 other contestants, including first runner-up Crystal Lee of California, to win the highly-coveted title and $50,000 scholarship cash.

She takes the honor from Mallory Hagan, who won last year's competition.

Check out the photos and a full video of the pageant;

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Father catches man raping daughter

Vanguard: Oyo State Police Command has arrested a man (names withheld) for allegedly raping a girl in Oluyole area of Ibadan.

He was said to have been caught raping the girl in a bush.

Vanguard gathered that the suspect allegedly lured the girl into the bush before forcefully having canal knowledge of her, while the victim was said to be shouting for help.

The cry reportedly drew the attention of her father, who rushed to the scene and caught the man in the act.

Police Public Relations Officer of the Command, Olabisi Clet-Ilobanafor, confirmed the story.

New Music Video: IllBliss ft. Chidnma – I am sorry

Illbliss has released the video for ‘I am sorry’ featuring ‘Kedike’ crooner, Chidinma – the video is directed by Clarence Peters.

Check the video out;

Penelope Cruz Goes Topless During Family Vacation [PHOTOS]

Penelope Cruz may have just given birth less than two months ago, but she is not afraid to show off her body. Cruz is on a little family vacation with her hubby Javier Bardem and their two kiddies Leo and Luna in Corsica!

While on the beach, the 39-year-old actress was pictured showing off her post-baby figure in a tiny bikini – later, she took off her top completely for a swim with Bardem and their two-year-old son, Leo.

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Worshippers robbed during Sunday church service

Police are investigating an armed robbery during which a masked man interrupted a church service to steal from the worshipers.

Police Lt. James M. Albert said the incident happened just before 2 p.m. on Sunday at the Pentecostal Church at 326 Appleton St., Holyoke, Massachusetts.

A service was under way when a masked man, described as skinny, short and Hispanic wearing a black T-shirt, pants and hat, entered with a handgun, Albert said.

"He told them it was a robbery," Albert said. "They were all in fear."

Albert said the man stole various items from the people, including numerous cell phones. The state police crime scene unit was called to assist Holyoke police with the investigation, Albert said.

Albert estimated that approximately 20 people were attending the church service. He said the robber ran off, and someone then called police.