Man shot dead at Osun PDP meeting

A 25-year-old man Kunle Olagoke was on Sunday shot dead at a factional meeting of a political party believed to be the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edunabon, Ife North Local Government Area of Osun State.

It was gathered that he died during a clash of rival factions of the party in the area.

Sources said there had been a leadership tussle between the two factions since last year in Ife North Local Government.

The PDP in the area had been allegedly enmeshed in crisis since the assumption of office of the chairman of the party in the council, Mr. Sam Oyetade.

A leader of the party in the state, who is also a governorship aspirant was not favorably disposed to the emergence of Oyetade as chairman and had made several efforts to get him impeached to no avail.

VIDEO: I don't want to go back to Kenya, I just want my money back – Anthony Chinedu opens up on his deportation

There seems to be no end to Nigerian businessman Anthony Chinedu's saga with the Kenyan Government – the seven Kenyan officials and five-airline crew of a private jet hired to deport Chinedu and others are still be held in Nigeria.

In a recent interview conducted by Larry Madowo of NTV Kenya, Chinedu claimed he was far from being a drug dealer as alleged by the Kenyan Government, that the criminal charges against him were fabricated lies by his estranged wife, Joyce Akinyi.

When asked if he would like to return to Kenya, the businessman who speaks fluent Swahili said “i dont want to go back to Kenya, i just want my money back”

Meanwhile, KandF learnt that in a recent report, Chinedu was quoted saying “We are doing Kenya a favour by marrying their women. I have never heard of a Kenyan man marrying a Nigerian. Without Nigeria’s patronage, Kenyan Airways would fold up”

Check out the exciting interview!

Poly students shut down Ikorodu road in protest

There is heavy traffic on the Ikorodu expressway, Lagos as students of Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro, Ogun State are protesting the long strike caused by disagreement between the Federal Government and academic staff of the school.

The students said although their school is located in Ogun State, they decided to protest on Ikorodu Road, Lagos because the road is owned by the Federal Government.

The students, who are over 200, are also calling on students in other higher institutions in Lagos to join their cause.

Photos from the “D’Kings Men (DKM) Live in Concert” Show in Lagos

Koko Master D’banj‘s anticipated “D’Kings Men Live in Concert” show took place on Sunday 23rd June 2013 at the Eko Hotel & Suites, VI, Lagos.

Hosted by comedian AY Makun and media personality Toolz, the event saw American rap star 2 Chainz and Real Housewives of Atlanta star Kenya Moore in attendance. Our African superstars including Fally Ipupa, Naeto C, Olamide and Phyno took to the stage to perform some of their hit tracks.

Check out photos from show

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RIP: Former Hibernians midfielder, Essien Mbong passes away

Former Hibernians midfielder Essien Mbong has passed away in Nigeria; he was aged 37.

His death which occurred on Saturday was announced by his Nigerian friends in Malta.

Mbong was one of the best midfielders in the Premier League during his successful spell with Hibernians.

Australian mother Taryn Brumfitt gathers international applause for nude post-pregnancy pictures

An Adelaide (capital city of South Australia) mother whose nude post-pregnancy pictures gained international attention says her campaign to tackle negative body image has only just begun.

Taryn Brumfitt, of Cumberland Park, will look to launch body - image workshops in the coming months to help women feel more confident in themselves.

Earlier this year, she posted untouched pictures of herself to show that women should be proud of their bodies.

Within a matter of hours, the pictures went viral, scoring thousands of likes and shares on social media.

The 35-year-old said the international reaction to the pictures was surprising.

"I put it on Facebook and I just watched the numbers just ticking over within just seconds of putting it up," Mrs Brumfitt said.

"It had 3.6 million views and then from there I was on the Today Show, Channel 9 news, and in New Zealand and American (news)."

Kannywood producers suspend star actress, Nafisat Abdullahi, for organising party

The Arewa Film makers Association of Nigeria, AFMAN, said it has suspended popular Kannywood actress, Nafisat Abdullahi, for two years for improper conduct.

The association said Nafisa was suspended for conduct that violates the rules and regulation of the association. It accused her of organising a party, alongside her friends, Fati Washa and Ummi Lollipop, both actresses and colleagues of Nafisa.

A member of the Arewa Film Makers Association, Ismail Afakallahu, revealed that though the three actresses were summoned for questioning, only Fati and Ummi were present. He said Nafisat ignored the summons and did not attend the panel.

Another official of the association, who did not want his name mentioned, said, 

Cousin rapes teenaged girl for 10 months gets her pregnant

A teenager was raped for 10 months allegedly by her cousin in Tambore area of Sitapur, India police said on Monday. The 16-year-old girl was raped by her cousin for 10 months and the family came to know when the minor got pregnant, they said.

The girl accused her 26-year-old cousin after which a case was registered and the victim has been sent for medical examination, police said.

Three NIGERIANS shot dead in Benoni, South Africa

Circa 2009, there were reported cases of Nigerians ‘allegedly’ killing themselves in Johanesbourg Town and Benoni, South Africa – it seems the ugly trend has resurfaced.

Gauteng police are investigating the murder of three Nigerian Nationals in Benoni in a shooting that happened on Saturday evening.

Gauteng police said on Sunday that three men have been killed in a cellular shop in Voortrekker Street, Benoni, on the East Rand.

According to Lt-Col Lungelo Dlamini, they were inside the shop when five armed men entered around 6pm on Saturday. The five men opened fire, killing two of the customers, both 38, inside the shop, and the third man, 40, at the shop door.

Afterwards, the gunmen fled in a green BMW.

“The murdered men were Nigerians and their assailants were also believed to be Nigerians,” said Dlamini.

He said the police found spent cartridges at the scene, and a licensed firearm belonging to one of the men who died. Nothing was stolen.

“The motive for the killing is still unknown but a possibility that the victims were a rival group is being investigated,” said Dlamini. - Sapa

FG To Bear Burial Expenses of NANs’ Officials Killed In Auto Crash

The Minister of Education, Prof. Ruqayyatu Rufa'i, said on Sunday in Umuahia that the Federal Government would bear the expenses incurred on the burial of five NANS officials who died in an auto crash.

The officials of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) lost their lives on June 13 in a road accident on the Umuahia-Ikot Ekpene road.

A statement signed by Mr Aliyu Othman, the Special Assistant (Media) to the minister, said that Rufa'i made the promise when she visited the survivors of the accident at the Federal Medical Centre, Umuahia.

Rufa'i made cash donations to two of the victims, Uchenna Ogwo and Anumodo Chidibere, who were still receiving treatment at the hospital.

She assured them and their families of the government's support for their full recovery

Rufa'i, who also met with those that had been discharged from the hospital, announced an undisclosed cash donation to them.

The minister was accompanied on the visit by Sir Emeka Ananaba Abia’s Deputy Governor; Prof. Julius Okojie, the Executive Secretary, National Universities Commission (NUC) and Prof. Hilary Edeoga, the Vice-Chancellor, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike. (NAN)

Man commits suicide inside Ogun stadium

An unidentified man on Sunday committed suicide inside the MKO Abiola International stadium, Kuto, Abeokuta, Ogun State.

The man, whose identity had yet to be ascertained as at press time was said to have hung himself on the tree by the cricket pitch of the stadium.

Our correspondent learnt that the body of the man, suspected to be between 28 and 30 years, was brought down from the tree by policemen from the Ibara Division.

He was confirmed dead by the management of the state Hospital, Ijaye, where he was taken to shortly after he was brought down from the tree.

The Command’s Public Relations Officer, Muyiwa Adejobi, who confirmed the incident, stated that neither a suicide note nor any form of identity was found on the man.

JTF arrests 14 suspected crude oil thieves in Delta, others

The Joint Military Task Force code named Operation Pulo Shield has disclosed arrest of 13 persons in Delta and Rivers states over their alleged involvement in pipeline vandalism and theft of crude oil along the creeks and waters in the Niger Delta region.

According to the JTF, three persons were arrested in Beneth Island of Warri South Local Council of Delta State and the Agbede Forest of Edo State for illegal oil bunkering.   Eleven other suspects were arrested in Kalamabo and Opukula communities in Akuku Toru and Bodo West of Gokana Local Council of Rivers State for their involvement in illegal oil bunkering and fire outbreak on the pipeline owned by the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC).

The JTF, in a statement issued Sunday in Yenagoa by its Media Coordinator, Lt. Col. Onyenma Nwachukwu, said some of the arrests were carried out by different formations of the Task Force with operatives lying in the bush for days in the region to trap pipeline vandals.

“The Joint Task Force OPERATION PULO SHIELD deployed in 3 Battalion of Sector 1 of the JTF has arrested three suspects running three illegal oil distillery camps in Opumani Gbekebor, Beneth Island of Warri South Local Council of Delta State and Agbede forest in Edo State. The suspects were arrested during an anti-illegal oil bunkering operation with four metal tanks, 236 drums and 13 pumping machines at the illegal oil distillation sites.

I did not slap my deputy, says Aregbesola

Governor Rauf Aregbesola has debunked rumour that he slapped his deputy, Mrs. Grace Tomori, and said it was aimed at causing disaffection capable of destabilising Osun State.

Aregbesola, who noted that cordial relationship exists between him and Tomori, said: “I have never beaten anybody in my life. In fact, I don’t beat my children, let alone beating any other person. More so, the deputy governor is older than me, so how do I beat an elderly person.”

The governor, who spoke during a seven-hour live television programme tagged “Ogbeni till day break” maintained that “I don’t have any quarrel with my deputy, and I can’t have any with her because I intentionally chose her and no one choose her for me. I think I can work with her and that is why I chose her. So, no differences exist between us.”

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PHOTOS: BANKY W spotted again with Chris Attoh's ex-girlfriend, Andrea Manuela

Few weeks ago, the internet was inundated with news that Yes/No Singer, Banky W might be in hot romance with Chris Attoh's ex-girlfriend, Andrea Manuela Giaccaglia.

Then the singer kept mum about it – this time the EME Records sensation was spotted again at Manuela's birthday party, apparently enjoying himself.

And if you think that was all, check out Banky’s birthday message to Manuela and her response.

“Yall please help me retweet this very big happy birthday shoutout to andreamg_01... an amazing person... someone I'm priviledged to know”

And Manuela responded

“Thank u luv💋“@BankyW

it's a privilege as well... U equally amazing!! *cough* 😁😝... Lol... Just kidding u kno u are!! 😳”

Hmm! there is nothing hidden under the sun and in Banky’s words - at the end of the day, it can only be a ‘YES or NO’

Yvonne Nelson speaks at last on her relationship with Iyanya

Ghanaian actress, Yvonne Nelson recently had a lengthy but exciting interview with Bella Naija where she opened up about her relationship with Iyanya and how much he hurt her.

Excerpts:

BN: How long did the two of you date and how would you describe the relationship?

YN: We dated for 7 to 8 months. We had something and I thought it was special, like he was a wonderful guy but it was all lies. He had other girls and other things he was doing. Aside the actress that was in the picture, there were a lot more. That is how bad it is. We were in a relationship and he lied throughout and he was able to do all those things because I wasn’t living in Nigeria. But aside from the distance, I feel if you’re a genuine person and you’re loyal, you would still not do that.

BN: Is this actress you’re talking about actually Tonto Dikeh?

YN: I feel it’s disrespectful to start mentioning other people’s names. I am talking about Iyanya because we had a thing, I don’t want to bring in a third person. There were a lot of names that

Africa's Youngest Billionaire to Invest in Cross River

Given the conducive business environment put in place by the Cross River State Government, Africa's youngest billionaire, Ashish J. Thakkar has made known his intention to invest in Calabar.

Thakkar, who is president, Mara Group stated this while delivering a key note address at the 2013 edition of the Africa CEO Roundtable and Conference on Corporate Sustainability and Responsibility (AR-CSR) at Tinapa Business and Leisure Resort, Calabar.

According to the Ugandan, the decision to establish his presence in Calabar was based on what he has seen and heard of Cross River, which remains a veritable place to invest.

He explained that his investment in the state will be part of his effort to encourage young entrepreneurs to improve their capacity.

UNIBEN sacks two Professors, Bursar

The Governing Council of University of Benin (UNIBEN) has terminated the appointment of 18 senior staff of the university.The former bursar of the institution, Mrs May Nwoye, was also asked to proceed on compulsory retirement by the Council. Nwoye was said to haveabandoned his duty post after she left the office of bursar.

Meanwhile, the university has been ranked as the most sought after institution in the country with a total number of 102,900 applicants in 2013, while universities of Ilorin, Lagos, Nnamdi Azikiwe and University of Nigeria Nsukka came second, third, fourth and fifth respectively.

Those were contained in a statement by the UNIBEN Registrar, Mrs G.O.Ogboghodo.

Amanda Bynes removes breast implants, says they were uncomfortable

Less than two months that the controversial star revealed her breast implants via pictures on Twitter, reports are that she has removed the fake boobs.

RadarOnline recently reported that Bynes sent them an email stating that she had them removed. ”I got my breast implants removed,” Bynes told RadarOnline in an e-mail. “They were uncomfortable… I prefer them out.”

Don’t start if you know you can’t finish – waiting for her latest photos.

Fatai Rolling Dollar wanted to make a confession before he died – Widow

Zainab Olagunju, one of the wives of late highlife musician, Fatai Rolling Dollars, says the veteran musician asked for her forgiveness moments before he took his last breath. She told Punch that the music legend did so because he knew he had offended her.

The widow bore two children for him – Jamiu and Mojeed – before his death. They got married in 1999 and lived together in Mushin before they eventually moved to Agege, both in Lagos State.

“On the day that he died, June 12, I got to the hospital and saw them passing a drip into his body. The last thing he told me was that he had offended me and my conscience. When I asked what he meant by that, his voice faded out completely,” she said.

The widow stated that she was sure he wanted to ask her to forgive him for marrying another wife after her. She said that although she had suspected he was unfaithful, he denied it anytime she confronted him.

Zainab said, “I feel he wanted to confess to me that he had married another wife because he never told me about it before his death. I used to ask him about it, but he always denied it. I feel he wanted to tell me about Sherifatu Olagunju, his last wife.

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Why I hate Nollywood – Tayo Elesin, British-Nigerian actress

Tayo Elesin is a British-Nigerian actress. She also prefers to be referred to as a “storyteller.” Famous for her roles in some BBC TV productions including Casualty, Law and Order, Doctor, among others, Tayo has also acted in the critically acclaimed play by late Ola Rotimi ‘Our Husband Has Gone Mad Again’ produced last year by Lookman Sanusi. While in the country recently, she paid a courtesy visit to the Vanguard corporate office, where she spoke passionately about playing the role of younger Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala whenever a biographical film is done about her. She also disclosed why she hates the name ‘Nollywood’; and how to reposition the Nigerian film industry, among other issues. Enjoy!

Tell us how you came about the coinage, Brigerian?

It’s simple, I’m British and I’m Nigerian. I merged the two words and came up with “Brigerian.” I identify with the two countries.

Do you have any intention to work with Nollywood stars?

I don’t like the word, Nollywood. I really don’t like it.

DO YOU KNOW? Today's Feature is OMONI OBOLI

1. Omoni Sophie Oboli, the second of two girls was born on the 22nd of April 1978 in Benin City, the then Capital of Bendel State, Nigeria; though she hails from Mosogar, a town in Delta State.

2. Her primary education was at the Delta Steel Company Primary School 3, Ovwian-Aladja. Then she moved on to attend the Delta Steel Company Technical High School (DSC THS) between 1989 and 1994 for her secondary education. Interestingly, she held the positions of Head Girl (’94 set DSC THS), President Literary & Debating Society, Editor, Press Club & President, French Club all in her secondary school.

3. Between 1995 and 1999, Omoni studied Foreign Languages (majoring in French) at the University of Benin, Nigeria.

4. Omoni, who started acting at a very tender age, got her first professional movie role in 1996 in a movie titled ‘Bitter Encounter’, where she played the role of a secretary. After that she featured in Shame, before finally playing the lead role in ‘Not my will’.

5. On October 28, 2000, Omoni got married to Nnamdi Oboli whom she actually met on a movie set some years back; this was immediately after graduating from University of Benin (UNIBEN). Their union is blessed with three lovely boys – Tobe, Gozi and Chizi

WONDER TWINS: Nigerian Family Considered Best, Brightest in Britain

To say the least, the Imafidon family has been blessed with some very smart genes.

The latest bit of evidence came earlier this month when twins Paula and Peter Imafidon aced rigorous exams of the highly competitive British school system and were admitted to high school. Both are only 9 and the youngest ever admitted to high school in Great Britain.

Dubbed the “Wonder Twins,” they broke records when they passed advanced-level mathematics papers at the age of 7. A year later they took and passed the University of Cambridge’s Advanced Mathematics (FAM) paper, becoming the youngest students ever to pass the examinations.

Peter has ambitions to one day become prime minister, while his sister wants to be a math teacher.

The Imafidon twins are only a part of the highest-achieving family in the history of Great Britain. To Peter and Paula’s parents, who immigrated to London from Nigeria 30 years ago, this is nothing new.

PHOTOS: Singer/Actress Jennifer Lopez gets Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Hollywood actress and singer Jennifer Lopez holds back tears and thanks her friends, family and fans as she receives the 2,500th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

"A star on Hollywood boulevard, I said I wasn't going to cry," said the singer and actress. "I really am overwhelmed – it all feels kind of, I don't know, surreal."

She was joined on the podium by Jane Fonda, with whom she co-starred in the film "Monster-in-Law" in 2005.

"I am really grateful for her friendship and her generosity which is huge," said the actress and fitness guru. "For showing the world the beauty of booty and making it easier for a whole lot of girls to love theirs, including me!"

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Britain’s Got Talent star Alesha Dixon expecting her first child with Nigeran boyfriend Azuka Ononye

A statement from the pop star’s representative read: "Alesha Dixon and her partner Azuka Ononye are delighted to announce that they are expecting their first child later this year.

"Alesha and Azuka are looking forward to this happy chapter in their lives and would request privacy to enjoy this happy and most important event."

Alesha first met Azuka in 2006 when he was hired as a backing dancer following the split of her band Mis-Teeq.

After forming a friendship, they once again worked together when she was promoting her last album The Entertainer in 2010.

In September 2011, they enjoyed a getaway to five-star yoga retreat Shanti-Som on the Costa del Sol and began to spend more time together in early 2012.