New Music: Justin Bieber Ft. R. Kelly – Put You Down (PYD)

Justin Bieber has teamed-up with R. Kelly on a new track “PYD,” the latest in the Canadian pop star’s Music Monday series.

"PYD" -- initials for "Put You Down" -- is a stripped-down, loved-up soul number which carries just the faintest of beats.

In Biebers words, its “gonnna be another classic.”

Listen to the song below;

Father U Turn’s Death: Controversy Over Real Cause of His Demise

It was reported yesterday that popular singer Femi Sylvester Mayomi a.k.a Father ‘U’ Turn has died. According to online reports, the singer was killed in a car accident at Okokomaiko, Lagos, where he resided.

Meanwhile, other sources claimed that the artiste had been sick for some time now – that his death was as a result of health complications.

At the moment, his family is yet to release an official statement on the cause of his death.

Father ‘U’ Turn was 36 years old.

RIP

Watch The Ladies Scream and The Crowd Go Crazy for KCee [VIDEOS]

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Tiwa Savage Throw a Lingerie Bacholorette Party Last Night {PHOTOS}

In preparation for her wedding, singer Tiwa Savage had a Bachelorette party last night – guess what? The dress code for the hen party was lingerie/sleep wear.

Though it was a girls' night out but the surprise appearance of Tiwa’s boo, Tee Billz gave the party more pep

See some photos on the flip.

Yvonne Nelson Lights up Cokobar for London Birthday Party [PHOTOS]

After a beach party with friends and families back at home, Yvonne Nelson hit London for another birthday bash – the party went down at the Cokobar on Friday.

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It’s Peter Okoye & Lola Omotayo's Traditional Wedding Today: See first Photos

Peter Okoye of P-square and his baby mama, Lola Omotayo's traditional marriage holds today at the Ark event centre in Lekki, Lagos.

Gbenga Adeyinka is the MC of the day, while Football star Emmanuel Adebayo and May D are his best men.

See first photos, more to follow;

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Photo of The Day: Only in Naija School

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“The referee was against us and helped Nigeria to win” – Ethiopia’s Coach

Coach of Ethiopia’s national team, Sewnet Bishaw, has blamed poor officiating for his side’s defeat to Nigeria.

The Super Eagles defeated the Walya Antelopes 2-1 in Addis Ababa and 2-0 in Calabar and Sewnet is of the opinion that the referee helped the hosts qualify.

“It wasn’t the best of officiate, the referee was against us and helped Nigeria to win,” he said.

In reaction to Bishaw’s comments, Keshi said: “We defeated them in their country, was that the referee’s help too? Ethiopia is a good side but we are just better”.

Van Damme’s Epic Split between 2 Moving Trucks Goes Viral [VIDEO & PHOTOS]

Jean-Claude Van Damme was recently engaged in a live test which was set up to demonstrate the precision and directional stability of Volvo Dynamic Steering.

In the ad, Van Damme does a stunt that is truly insane – the 53-year-old actor performed an epic split between two Volvo trucks that were reversing.

Such split has never been done before; Van Damme says it's the most epic of splits. What do you think?

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“The Love We Share is like a bond” – Shina Peters talks about rift with Clarence [VIDEO]

There have been stories of a possible rift between Afro Juju maestro, Sir Shina Peters and his producer/director son, Clarence Peters.

However, in this brief interview, the singer stated that his relationship with his son is cordial – no beefing!

“Technically, we are professionals… there is nothing like son when it comes to business,” he said. “The love that we share is like a bond and nothing can get in-beteween,” the musician added.

Check out the interview below;

Mary J Blige Flaunts Her Killer Abs On Dec Issue of SHAPE Mag [PHOTO]

Mary J. Blige is looking extremely fit and fabulous on the December 2013 issue of Shape Magazine. In her cover photo, the 42-year-old Hip Hop Soul diva dons a bikini bottom and sports bra top, showing off her sexier and toned body.

New Music Video: Mavericks – Iyalaya Anybody

I either get married or I will make a baby next year – Cosy Orjiakor bares it all

Singer, Cossy Orjiakor talked to Vanguard in her usual no-holds-barred manner and it was no-doubt an interesting one. The controversial actress and singer spoke about her singing career, rumours about her boob insurance, relationship and plans for marriage.

Orjiakor opened up on her relationship revealing she would either be getting married next year or having a baby.

Read excerpts from the interview below:

We learnt that you have insured your boobs for N256 million. Is it true?

It’s not true. Sometimes, some of these bloggers just cook up stuffs that are not true. But it sounds so interesting, that’s why I didn’t want to confirm whether it’s true or not. Let the story just be.

M.I Abaga The chairman: His Burning Desire For Greatness

With two successful albums, several mix-tapes, multiple awards, creative collaborations under his belt and his latest skit as part of the trio of prestigious judges on the recently concluded Glo Xfactor, MI Abaga speaks to ‘Essentials’ about his forth-coming album and his burning desire for greatness.

Since the release of your first album, Mr Incredible, you have been churning out hit after hit. What do you reckon is your distinctive quality, especially in Nigeria’s highly competitive music industry?

I think it’s that fire, that burning desire within me to keep bringing good stuff. For a music-lover like me, there’s the hunger to always offer more music to the world. Now, when a hit is made, it is the determination and hard work put in – not just to bring about a song – that makes it a masterpiece in its own way. But, of course, none of this would be possible without God who is the strength, unrelenting spirit and the ultimate gift.

Nigerian Billionaire’s Daughter, Abimbola “Bim” Fernandez Signs with SMH Records

North Carolina based record company SMH Records has announced that it recently signed Abimbola “Bim” Fernandez, daughter of Nigerian billionaire, Ambassador Deinde Fernandez.

Bim is a 24-year-old recording artist that has recorded with dance pop band, Corbra Starship, and she will make her debut on the label’s upcoming compilation album, slated to be released in February 2014.

SMH Records’ Co-Founder, Jonathan Hay says, “Bim envisions her debut album to be a cross between Katy Perry and Rihanna with pop-driven guitar, that she will of course be playing, and a touch of soul.”

Nigerian Student to Be Deported From Canada for Throwing a Cat Against The Wall

A 23-year-old engineering student pleaded guilty Friday to animal cruelty for hurling his roommate’s kitten against the wall, leaving it so badly hurt it had to be put down.

Bassey Okokon had admitted that he did it because he was angry and annoyed with the tabby named Braveheart, which had been scratching the carpet and couch on Feb. 11, 2013.

The owner found the cat in convulsions and took it to an animal hospital but it had broken legs, head trauma and a spinal injury, the Ottawa Humane Society reported after Okokon was charged for what an inspector called an “appalling” act of “viciousness.”

“He obviously has significant anger issues,” said prosecutor David Elhadad, who argued for a suspended sentence including 12 months probation and counselling.

Friends Deserted Me When I Was Sick – Paul Play Dairo

After a seven-year hiatus, ace music producer and artiste, Paul Play Dairo, is working towards staging a big come back. Having dropped a total of five singles since March, he says the response has been massive. In spite of the seeming lull in album sales, the RnB star who says he is up-to- beat with current trends in the music scene, still intends to drop a ‘luxury’ album.

“The idea is basically to fill in the gap since my last album and also sample people’s opinion. Thankfully, the online comments have been encouraging. So far, I have recorded 20 songs and some of them have already been released as singles. I am currently tidying my gospel and each track has an element of Nigerian flavor and pop.

“The bulk of the money is no longer coming from album sales because these songs are already online and people are downloading them. Music business is now streamlined to performance and endorsement. I am still going ahead with the limited edition album which will be expensive because that way I will be able to control and monitor the sales and distribution,” he discloses.

Nigerian Men Don’t Know How To Love Their Wife –– Ronke Ojo

Actress Ronke Ojo is one woman who did not have it good with marriage for a long time, as her experiences in the hands of men often come with challenges. She broke her silence recently, blaming men for all the issues that her bedevilling marriages on many fronts these days.

Read what the actress said below and see if you agree with her:

“I say to people on a daily basis that I pity African women. Our men, especially the Yorubas, see their wives as slaves. You have to go out of your way to do everything. They want you to be 110 percent submissive. I can’t really understand.

“I didn’t Have any contract…I was Just Helping Don Jazzy” – Wande Coal (VIDEO)

Wande Coal addressed the issue of intellectual theft brought against him by Don Jazzy in a recent interview on Vox Africa UK’s “Live at Battersea” with Adesope.

Watch the video below;

I’ll buy whatever a girl has to sell – Kach

Soft-spoken Uche Kach, a.k.a Kach is a lady’s man any day, any time. From his brand of music, to his looks- he seems to have the world in the palm of his hand.

Born in Nigeria, Kach decide to pursue a degree outside the country before settling down for music. And guess what? Within the short time he arrived the country, Kach immediately got the attention of Signature Records who saw a unique trait of a star born to succeed and thus set to unleashed him on the music world. Meet Kach and here’s his story.

How was life back in England?

It was okay. It was basically school but even while in school, I was always in the studio and going for shows.

Nigerian House of Representatives wants probe in Goa incident

The Nigerian House of Representatives on Wednesday mandated its committees on foreign affairs and diaspora to investigate circumstances surrounding the murder of Nigerian national Obado Uzoma Simeon and the subsequent arrest of 53 other Nigerians in Goa.

The resolution came following a motion of urgent national interest moved by Yusuf Ayo Tajudeen, entitled "gruesome murder of a Nigerian and illegal incarceration of 53 Nigerians in India". The lawmaker said, "One Nigerian was allegedly killed and five others severely wounded on October 31, in Goa, by people suspected to be members of a local drug cartel."

“I have lost few jobs because of my line” – Julius Agwu Battles Etisalat

Julius Agwu is obviously mad at one of Nigeria’s telcos, Etisalat – the comedian’s problem is multifaceted, so is better you hear from the horse's mouth.

‘While I was in America to see my new baby, I suddenly realized that my Etisalat line was inactive. I couldn’t receive and make calls. I went to Etisalat office in Hilton to complain and to discover what the problem was.

I was told someone asked the company to swap my line. I got very worried immediately and queried them. How could someone’s line get swapped without the authorization of the owner? Even as the owner of the line, I would issue an authorization letter to effect that. I was worried because I personally registered the line and I told them I want to know the staff that granted the request but they refused.

Boko Haram Members Were Trained in Mali – France

Coming on the heels of recent announcement by US that it has labeled Boko Haram a terrorist organization, France said members of the Islamist group were being trained in Mali.

France's foreign minister, citing documentary evidence on Thursday, said that Boko Haram members were trained with al-Qaida's North African branch in Northern Mali.

Speaking at a conference in Morocco on security challenges in North Africa and the Sahel region to the south, Laurent Fabius said Boko Haram's presence there demonstrated how jihadi groups in Africa are interconnected and have to be fought on a regional level.

New Music Video: Harry Song – Beta Pikin

Kerry Washington Covers ‘Lucky’, Reveals How She Keeps Her Hubby Nnamdi close to her heart [PHOTOS]

Kerry Washington, in the Dec 2013/Jan 2014 issue of Lucky Mag tells how she keeps her husband, Nnamdi Asomugha close to her heart on the "Scandal" set. She also talked about the dangers of the media, sense of fashion, her style and how she love to cook.

On her Own Style:

“In my mid-20s, fashion intimidated me. But when I went to the shows, it suddenly occurred to me that it was the same as going to a gallery opening or to the theater…It is a moment to take in the work of a particular artist and decide how you feel about it.”