Nigerian Ambassador Calls on Senator Cruz to Apologize for Comment

Nigeria’s ambassador to the United States is demanding that Senator Ted Cruz apologize for comments in which he joked that it seems like “Nigerian e-mail scammers” have been running the dysfunctional Healthcare.gov website.

“We deplore the statement, and we demand an apology, and we demand it be withdrawn,” Ambassador Ade Adefuye told Politico.

“It is unfair of any senator to essentially use citizens that are law abiding, to use Nigerians as cannon fodder,” Adefuye said. “We recognize that we have efforts on the part of Sen. Cruz to appeal to some animus in his domestic base. In the course of doing that, to allow him to ridicule a country and its citizens is completely over the top. He should not denigrate Nigerians in order to appease these domestic constituents.”

“Many people from Nigeria are making meaningful contributions to American society, and Nigerians are very law abiding and making contributions to their host community,” Adefuye added. “It was a joke that went too far, and we demand an apology.”

Chiwetel Ejiofor and Lupita Nyong'o cover ‘Rolling Out’ Magazine [PHOTO]

Chiwetel Ejiofor, who played Solomon Northup in the critically acclaimed film, '12 Years a Slave', said he was blown away when he read the script and the book of the same name. On her part, Lupita Nyong’o said she never fathomed in her wildest dreams that she could be a part of a project of this magnitude. Nyong’o, who was born in Mexico and raised in Kenya, studied at the Yale School of Drama before landing the breakout debut role of the year.

Read more of the pair in this edition of ‘Rolling Out’.

New Music Video: Skales - Take Care of Me

Check out the video for "Take Care of Me", the first single off Skales' debut album "All the above".

The song was produced by Starboy hit production duo, Legendary Beats, and the video was shot in Lagos by filmmaker Aje Filmworks.

See video below;

Sean Tizzle Looking Blazing in Newly Released Promo Photos

The singer, who recently finished recording of the official theme song for ace filmmaker Tunde Kelani’s new movie, ‘Dazzling Mirage’ has released some promo shots for his teeming fans

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Idris Elba to receive Britannia Humanitarian Award at BAFTA LA show

The British Academy of Film and Television Arts Los Angeles (BAFTA Los Angeles) has announced that Idris Elba will be honored with the BAFTA LA Britannia Humanitarian Award at the 2013 ceremony taking place on Saturday, November 9, 2013 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel.

Elba is the star of TV's "Luther," and the films "Pacific Rim" and "Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom." His charitable work off-set includes his involvement with the Prince's Trust, Staying Alive Foundation and supporting causes related to AIDS and HIV, at-risk/disadvantage youths, children, health and education.

P-Square Talks about “E no Easy” Cover by French Singer, Matt Houston & More [VIDEO]

In an exclusive interview with Trace Urban, music duo P-Square reveals the business connection they have with Akon’s convict music; they also talked about the cover version of ‘E no Easy’ track with French singer, Matt Houston and the secret behind their success story.

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I got my stage name from a Biology class – Specimen

In a recent interview, “One Night” singer, Specimen talks about his music and dreams.

See excerpts;

How did you come about the name Specimen a.k.a Lyrical Avatar and what does it mean?

I got the idea during a biology class. A specimen means an example and in music, we experiment with different tunes.

So, without a specimen the experiment isn’t complete. Now I can say I am a specimen of good music i.e. a sample of the best and an example to the rest.

How did you discover your musical abilities?

Music has always been part of me. I have being singing and miming other people’s songs since I was in primary school until I started writing my own songs in SSS1.

Davido arrive Dar es salaam, Tanzania for Music Concert {PHOTOS}

Davido is currently in Tanzania for a music concert; the event (Fiesta 2013) which would see another Nigerian act, Burna Boy perform would hold at Leaders Club in Dar es Salaam this Saturday.

Check out photos of the singer as he landed at the Julius Nyerere International Airport, Dar es Salaam.

Stay tune for more gists.

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Check out Iyanya and Amanda Live on Gh One TV, Ghana [PHOTOS]

Kukere crooner, Iyanya was featured in Gh One’s entertainment show, E Talk last night…he was hosted by Amanda Jissih.

The singer is in Ghana for the grand finale of the 2013 edition of MTN Hit-Maker talent hunt show – the event comes off today at the Accra International Conference Center.

See photos of Amanda, Iyanya and another MMM artist, Tekno.

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Boko Haram trial: Journalists sent out of courtroom by DSS

Some newsmen who were at the Lagos Federal High Court, Thursday, to cover the trial of 17 alleged members of Boko Haram were humiliated and sent out by men of the Department of State Services, DSS, that escorted the accused persons to the court.

Reporters were forced out of the courtroom by heavily armed security operatives. One of them even threatened to arrest them if they fail to obey.

A senior DSS officer however disclosed that, the directive to keep newsmen away from the arraignment of the suspected Boko Haram members was from the Presidency.

It was observed that when the Boko Haram case was called, some lawyers were also ordered to leave the court. This, it was gathered, was due to the small size of the courtroom.

Three confirmed dead after cholera outbreak in Lagos

The Government of Lagos state has confirmed the outbreak of cholera in the state.

The sad and shocking development was made known yesterday by the state Commissioner for Health, Dr. Jide Idris.

According to him, three persons have been confirmed dead out of the 13 cases reported to the Ministry.

He specifically named the worst affected areas as Ajeromi, Apapa, Lagos Island, Oshodi-Isolo, and Surulere local government.

Idris said contaminated wells, local food and uwashed hands were the most probable sources and causes of the epidemic.

30 Gunmen Storm Palace At Mid-Night in Akwa Ibom, Kidnap Monarch

The Paramount Ruler of Esit Eket Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, Chief Ubong Assam, was yesterday, abducted by no fewer than 30 gunmen, who stormed his palace at 2a.m.

The kidnappers took the royal father to Unyeghe village, Mbo Local Government Area in a car, transferred him to a waiting speedboat and left for the high seas.

The kidnap, it was learnt, might be in connection with ₦2.6 billion compensation paid by ExxonMobil to the four host local government communities, which the youths had rejected.

Although the security personnel attached to the royal father attempted to rescue him, the kidnappers’ superior fire power won the day.

The Paramount Ruler, who was sleeping when the gunmen struck, was according to a source, not maltreated by the abductors.

Kanye West proposes to Kim Kardashian at her birthday party

Kim Kardashian was given a special birthday surprise last night when her rapper boyfriend proposed to her.

Kanye popped the question in front of friends and family at AT&T Park in San Francisco where Kim was celebrating her 33rd birthday.

Kim's 15-carat diamond engagement ring was made by Lorraine Schwartz.

Congrats to them.

Bloody Clash As Bamanga Tukur-Led PDP Opens Office in Kano

A bloody clash broke out at the Bamanga Tukur-led PDP office in Kano among political thugs and party supporters who were at the office yesterday to witness the inauguration of the state committee members at the new office at Court Road, Kano.

Aminu Balami, a PDP supporter, who witnessed the happenings, gave account of how the fracas started. “As the event was about to end with closing prayers, we just saw about seven young men coming in from nowhere. Before the twinkling of an eye they just brought out machetes and began attacking everyone at the office”, he said.

Balami confirmed that together they retaliated and wounded all the attackers.

“All of them sustained injuries; they were not successful,” he maintained.

A number of young men were seen fleeing the area with various degrees of injuries, while others were seen in police vehicles with blood all over their bodies and were taken away.

Mailafiya, a policeman, said that he captured one of the attackers and successfully confiscated his machete after he had already wounded some persons.

Music Video Premiere: Davido – Skelewu

Check out the new video to Davido's hit song "Skelewu" – it was shot in London, produced by HKN's very own Shizzi, and directed by Mr Moe Musa.

See video below;

Naeto C and AKA to host 2013 Channel O Africa Music Video Awards

Nigerian superstar Naeto C and South African airwaves hotshot, AKA, have been announced as the co-hosts of the upcoming tenth annual Channel O Africa Music Video Awards. The two will bring a one-two star punch to the star-studded live show, taking place on Saturday, 30 November at Walter Sisulu Square in Kliptown Soweto.

Naeto C and AKA’s star wattage will also be on full display to music fans throughout Africa as the two keep the action rolling during the broadcast, which goes out live on Channel O at 20:00.

New Music: Bracket – Mama Africa

Here is a new joint from music duo, Bracket – the song is titled Mama Africa.

Listen and Enjoy!

Check out Rihanna’s Striking Shots in the United Arab Emirates [PHOTOS]

Over the weekend, Rihanna was in the Middle East for her Diamonds world tour; while there, the singer took some shots outside the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

The photos were snapped by famed photographers Steven Gomillion and Dennis Leupold

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Comic Actor, Ime Bishop (Okon) weds his hearththrob Idara Saviour [PHOTOS]

The new couple, who had their traditional marriage few days back (see photos here), had the union solemnised on Saturday, October 19, 2013, in the presence of friends, family members and well-wishers.

Congrats to them.

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See Mister May D Pictured with his Mum

The singer shared the photo via Instagram recently.

Angelo Dumps Beverly and Re-unite with Ex-GF, Candice Arends {PHOTOS}

Things have fallen apart for South Africa’s BBA rep, Angelo Collins and his Nigerian gal, Beverly Osu; actually, Angelo has returned to his ex-girlfriend, Candice Arends.

Though Angelo was in Lagos few weeks back partying with Beverly but it was all part of the game (call it an extension of the BBA). Here is what he said “Sometimes u have to wait a little longer...for your right moment*,” later he tweeted, “What needs to be done...needs to be done...#DONE!!!”

₦255m cars scandal: Embattled Oduah storms Aso Villa, seeks private chat with Jonathan

Indications emerged Sunday night that the Minister of Aviation, Ms. Stella Oduah, is currently fighting with both teeth and tongue in order to save her job.

It was learnt that the troubled Minister within the last days had been seeking private audience with President Goodluck Jonathan for one on one chat over the ongoing crisis in the aviation sector.

Sources said that Miss Oduah was spotted at the Presidential Villa in Abuja during the weekend looking so troubled and shattered, following the calls by Nigerians for her immediate removal over the acquisition of two BMW bulletproof cars for her official use.

A close insider, who was present during Oduah’s visit to the Villa, told Punch that she “wanted to explain herself to the President, who like every Nigerian, was embarrassed by the media reports and the evidence of the purchase of the two cars at an outrageous sum of ₦255m.”

Obafemi Martins welcomes baby boy with Mario Balotelli’s Sister

Reports suggest that Nigerian footballer Obafemi Martins has welcomed his third child from his third baby mama. Abigail Barwuah, the older sister of Ghanaian-Italian footballer Mario Balotelli gave birth to a baby boy on Wednesday October 16th in Italy.

Both Martins and Abigail have been dating since 2012 and according to several reports; she lost two pregnancies for the Super Eagles frontman, with the last case of miscarriage in December 2012. However, it is understood she got pregnant almost immediately.

Martins, who is yet to be married, has two other sons.

Nas Talks about His New Album, Working with Jay Z, His Clothing Line & More

In a recent interview with The Huffington Post, Nasir “Nas” Jones opened up on being the brand ambassador for Hennessy’s “Wild Rabbit” campaign, in addition to details on his forthcoming 2014 yet to be titled album, and plans on etching his imprint into the fashion industry.

See excerpts;

What attracted you to work with the Hennessy brand and their “Wild Rabbit” campaign?

They called me and it was just great timing. I’ve been on the Henny for so long. That’s everybody’s original drink. So over the years I tried a lot of different things, from tequila, to whatever. And I’ve been away from Henny for a while. And it was ironic, when I got the call from them is when I got back into Hennessy. It was like magic.

Boobs Contest: “Mine are all natural, No Surgery, No Silicon” – Afrocandy tells Nicki Minaj [PHOTOS]

In a swift reaction to a topless photo shared by Nicki Minaj (see photos here), Nigeria’s soft porn actress, Afrocandy posted photos of her and Nicki side by side on her Facebook page and wrote;

Nicki Minaj bares her boobs in new photo? Na Today? I been there done that and mine are all natural taken 2011, no Surgery, no Silicon, they all mine. I ain't got no time to ague with fools and if you wanna see them without the Stars, go get a copy of my New Movie Destructive Instinct and enjoy your eyes...so it's not a biggy ok !!

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