D’banj Talks about his DKM album, his businesses & more in Trace Urban Interview [VIDEO]

In this interview with Trace Urban, D’banj reveals why he is referred to as Eja nla; he also talked about his DKM album and DB Records. The Kokomaster made mention of how Mo-hits Records was formed and he spoke also of his general view of music.

Check the video below;

Generator Suppliers and Govt. Contractors forced me to resign – Nnaji

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Fourteen months after his sudden exit from President Goodluck Jonathan’s cabinet, ex-Minister of Power, Prof. Barth Nnaji, on Friday opened up on the “powerful interests” he claimed forced him out of office.

Nnaji accused unnamed generator and diesel suppliers as well as sundry government contractors in the power sector of being behind his sudden resignation from office.

Nnaji, who is the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Geometric Power Limited, however, took glory for the successful handover of the successor companies of the Power Holding Company of Nigeria  which took place on Friday.

The former minister spoke at Bells University of Technology, Ota, Ogun State, where he delivered the institution’s 5th Convocation Lecture entitled: “Towards a Sustainable Value System for Economic Growth.”

Tweet of the Day: ‘Ghanaians are suffering’ – Yvonne Nelson to Pres. Mahama

New Music: Waje – Omini Knowest (Prod. By E-kelly)

Listen to Waje new song titled ‘Omini Knowest’

Goa’s Death Update: Authorities demands judicial probe + Congress leader, his son and police officials linked to narcotics mafia

53 Nigerians were detained late Thursday night after a mob of about 200 of them blocked a National Highway over the death of a fellow national, (see story here).

Consequently, the Goa Congress, on Friday demanded a judicial probe into the murder of the Nigerian national, allegedly by the narcotics mafia, and the subsequent blockading of the National Highway No.17 for hours Thursday.

Addressing a press conference in Panaji, Congress spokesperson Reginaldo Lourenco said that his party was also open to a high-level probe into the findings of a legislative committee, which indicts senior Congress leader Ravi Naik, his son Roy and police officials for links with Goa's narcotics mafia.

"The manner in which Goa's main arterial road was held to ransom for six hours by a Nigerian gang only goes to show that the home ministry has failed. The corrupt policemen are too scared to touch the drug mafia," Lourenco said.

I’m blessed to have the kind of husband I have – Lami Philips

It is not often you come across a chic and beautiful woman who is all over town telling everyone who cares to listen how much she loves her husband. At least that's what Lami Philips is trying to do with 'Baby', a track she said she dedicates to her husband. She recently completed the video in London and back at home WG ran into the suave beauty at an event where she talked about her career, her kind of music and more.

Excerpts:

You look so beautiful even without any make-up

Thanks. Fact is that I just got back from rehearsals for a new video I'm shooting and I got all sweaty but had to quickly wipe my face with a towel inside the car

“Whenever you see Maurinho, you see motivation” – John Obi Mikel

Midfielder John Obi Mikel believes Jose Mourinho's "win, win mentality" will lead to another era of success at Chelsea.

Mikel said Mourinho had returned to the club this summer with the sort of swagger which convinces players they can do better.

"This game is all about winning and the manager that brought this transformation of winning to this club is back now," Mikel told Chelsea TV.

"He still has the same idea of how he wants us to approach every game with a win, win mentality.

22 Lagos Pupils Fall Unconscious After Inhaling Gaseous Substance

There was confusion at Ogba Junior Grammar School, Lagos, on Thursday after about 22 pupils fell unconscious.

Punch Metro learnt that the incident was caused by a gaseous substance emitting from a neighbouring laboratory, close to the school. The chemical was said to have engulfed the entire school.

When our correspondent visited the school premises, it was deserted. However, a security guard, who did not identify himself, said the incident occurred around 1pm.

He said, “I was just by the gate when I perceived this offensive smell. I quickly ran to a corner and covered my nose with my shirt.

“Pupils came running, saying some of their colleagues had fainted. When the smell subsided, teachers rallied around and rushed them to a hospital.

Nigerian Ministry of Defence Website Hacked and Defaced by Moroccan Ghosts

Some months ago, an Irish hacker, Paddyhack attacked Nigeria’s official website, www.nigeria.gov.ng; this time, another government site has been hacked.

The official website of Nigerian Ministry of Defence (http://www.mod.gov.ng/) has been hacked and defaced by renowned hackers from Moroccan Ghosts hacking group (see photo above).

The site was hacked few hours ago, and the home page was left with a deface page along with a message; “Moroccan Ghosts, The Sahara is Moroccan!”

As at the time of writing this piece, the site has not been restored.

Justin Bieber Buys $850,000 House For His Dad and Siblings

19-year-old pop star, Justin Bieber has spent $850,000 to buy his family a new house on a sprawling rustic estate in Canada.

The singer purchased the five-bedroom apartment in a small town near his birthplace of Ontario, for father Jeremy and his half-siblings, five-year-old Jazmyn and three-year-old Jaxson.

This isn’t Justin’s first real estate investment to date. In fact, he purchased his current home in Calabasas CA for a cool $6 million in 2012, in addition to buying his mom her own sweet multimillion dollar California house.

“Wizkid is not a threat…I’ve apologised to Sesan and his Camp” – Davido

Sometime last year, Wizkid was asked if he considers Davido a threat, the singer said “All the stories of beef and quarrel between both of us are mere rumours. Davido is my friend and I respect him. I don’t consider him a threat at all. We both make good music that people love.’’

Meanwhile, in a recent interview with Punch, a similar question was posed to Davido; he was asked if Wizkid was a threat or a music rival – his response was more like a rehash of Wizkid’s. “Not at all. The rumour is cool. But I see nobody as competition or threat. God is behind me, so I just go into the studio, do my music and everything is fine. I develop and write most of my songs in the studio,” he stated.

UNN Graduate, Dennis Okike wins Gulder Ultimate Search [PHOTO]

Twenty-year old graduate of Electronics Engineering from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Daniel Okike, has emerged winner of the 10th edition of the Gulder Ultimate Reality Show.

With the victory, the Abia State native has won N10m and a brand new Mitsubishi Pajero.

The guy that had initially said he intended to establish a successful international import and export business outsmarted Edmund Umeabuani and Ifunanya Onike in the waters of the Usaka River, where the battle for the ultimate symbol held.

But it is a fair story for Onike, too, as she is the Last Female Standing, winning an added one million naira.

Aki and Pawpaw Stopped From Shooting Movie in Ghana

Nollywood super-stars, Chinedu Ikedieze and Osita Iheme fondly referred to as Aki and Paw Paw have been stopped from shooting a movie in the Eastern Region of Ghana.

According to online reports, the director of the said movie flouted some regulations of the Film Producers’ Association of Ghana (FIPAG), hence the directive to stop production.

Meanwhile, the association PRO, Mr. Michael Ola disclosed to nydjlive.com that the association had no misgivings about the duo but believed the right procedure had to be followed.

Aki and PawPaw have been asked to officially obtain the necessary documents from Nigeria which includes their working permit as well as make payments for the continuation of the shoot.

New Music Video: Wande Coal – Rotate

Afro-Hip Hop sensation Wande Coal has released the video of his hit song, Rotate. The video was shot in the UK and was directed by Sesan Ogunro.

See video below;

Iyanya Clocks 27 Today, Still Asking for Yvonne Nelson’s Waist [PHOTOS]

In celebration of his birthday today, Kukere crooner, Iyanya visited the Ikoyi prison to give hope to the prisoners!! While there, he performed with some ‘talented’ inmates; he also donated some items and promised to build a recording studio in the correctional facility.

Later in the day, he received a cake that was designed with a semblance of him and Yvonne lying nude on the bed with the inscription “all I want is your waist”

Based on recent development, Yvonne has moved on, so why is Iyanya asking for her waist?

Check photo of the cake below;

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Will Smith and wife, Jada reportedly going through ‘Trial Separation’

Hollywood power couple Will Smith and wife Jada Pinkett Smith are reportedly undergoing a trial separation from their marriage of 15 years.

The couple – who have children Jaden, 15, and Willow, 12, together – have not been seen together since August and insiders claim their 15-year marriage is in trouble, so they are currently living apart in a bid to ease the tension between them.

The 45-year-old actor – who also has son Trey, 19, with first wife Sheree Zampino - has been staying in New Orleans since September filming Focus, and will be there until the end of November, while Pinkett Smith recently visited Paris, France, with her daughter and mother Adrienne Banfield-Brown.

According to RadarOnline.com, upon returning from Europe, the 42-year-old actress moved into her brother Caleeb's home in California.

Nigerians Blocked Indian Road for Over 4 Hours in Protest of a Dead Colleague [PHOTOS]

Nigerians and other African nationals numbering about 200 blocked the National Highway 17 on the outskirts of Goa capital in India today in protest of the death of a yet-to-be identified Nigerian.

According to reports, the incident happened when a gang descended at Parra where many Nigerians stay - in four and two wheeler vehicles and attacked a group of Nigerians with weapons. Some of the Nigerians were on bikes when they were attacked. One was hit with a dagger severally that he breathed his last, while five others were injured in the attack before the assailants fled from the scene.

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LOVE WANTINTI: Peeshaun of Skuki Openly Propose To Chidinma

Peeshaun, one half of singing group, Skuki is neck-deep in love with Chidinma, though he has not had the opportunity to let her into his feelings.

In a recent interview with Encomium mag, Peeshaun confesses his crush for Chidinma and says if given the chance he would love to marry her.

Excerpts from the interview below...

But, there are some you also admire that you don’t mind spending the rest of your life with?

Yes, of course! Nigeria is blessed with pretty babes. If you study me well, you will observe that I am a very romantic guy, at the same time, I am very emotional. I definitely have someone that I love so much.

Senate threatens to stop SURE-P allocation

The Senate, on Wednesday, threatened to henceforth stop appropriating fund to the Subsidy Reinvestment Empowerment Programme (SURE-P).

Senate Ad hoc Committee on SURE-P issued the threat, saying some ministers have persistently refused to honour invitations to them to render accounts of their stewardship in their various ministries.

Addressing newsmen, chairman of the committee, Senate Leader Abdul Ningi, particularly took exception to the failure of the Minister of Works, Mr Mike Onolememen, to appear before the committee on Wednesday.

He said what the minister and his team did amount to crass lawlessness, adding that President Goodluck Jonathan had appointed wrong people into public offices.

New Music Video: KCee – Pullover

Check out the video of KCee’s ‘Pullover’ – Nollywood stars Chinedu Ikedieze (Aki) and Osita Iheme (Paw Paw) did a funny intro on this one.

See video below;

Sheyman Releases New Promo Pictures Ahead of New Single {PHOTOS]

In few hours time, Sheyman would be dropping a new single titled ‘Oluwa Wa,’ so to whet his fans appetite, the singer has decided to release some promo shots.

The shots shows Sheyman dressed in casual wear, then he switched to being corporate and then traditional.

Which one do you prefer; casual, corporate or traditional?

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Nigerian Pastor, Imam announced winners of the 2013 Hessian Peace Prize [PHOTO]

The peace prize awarded annually by the German state of Hessen is a highly regarded acknowledgment of achievements in the cause of peace by individuals around the world. The 2013 award goes to two Nigerian religious leaders, Imam Muhammad Ashafa and Pastor James Wuye (both pictured above).

Ashafa and Wuye, who are frequent guests on radio and TV talkshows, are the founders of “Interfaith Mediation Center” in the northern city of Kaduna. Interfaith Mediation Center was set up to break down prejudice and strengthen trust between the two religious communities.

Celebrating a ‘Brilliant Child of Africa’: Zuriel Oduwole’s Amazing Presidential Interviews [VIDEO]

Over the last 18 months, 11-year-old Zuriel Oduwole had interviewed nine African Presidents, two Prime Ministers, sports personalities and political/business leaders.

Zuriel, who recently made history as the youngest person to be interviewed for a full feature by Forbes Magazine usually ask her interviewees for a commitment in their respective countries to doing more to change the perception of girls’ education.

Her mission is simple: To rebrand Africa by showing the positive things in and about the continent, and making a case for educating the Girl Child in Africa and emerging markets.

Tiwa Savage spoke on her meteoric rise in BBC interview [VIDEO]

Tiwa Savage spoke to BBC Focus on Africa's Sophie Ikenye about working with Mary J Blige and Babyface and how her career has taken centre stage; she also talked about staying relevant in a male-dominated industry.

Check out the brief video below.