Photos: Tetuila goes on campaign tour in Kwara

Tony Tetuila is one of the countless entertainers in the race for political office come the 2015 general elections.

The singer turned politician is running for the Kwara State House of Assembly, Irepodun LGA, and after making his decision to contest a public knowledge a few weeks back, the singer is now taking the bull by the horns by paying a visit to his constituency to meet with Oro Ward 2 leaders and other women leaders in his local government.

The trip back to his roots is to officially seek their blessings and as well explain his mission to them.

A few weeks back, Alapomeji Records boss, 9ice, Kenny Saint Best and Nollywood actor, Desmond Olusola Elliot have all hosted key players in the wards and constituencies they hope to represent…

Tony Tetuila was one of three founding members of Nigeria's pioneer hip hop group, The Remedies. As the first member to leave the group, Tetuila released a single titled 'Omode Meta' which features Plantashun Boys as well as Ruff, Rugged and Raw.

The song went on to establish him, making him a star on his own terms.


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Snoop Dogg Apologises to Iggy Azalea after insulting her on social media

Snoop Dogg has apologised to Iggy Azalea after insulting her on social media, saying she looked like a man without make-up. Iggy has accepted his apology shortly after he posted a video on Instagram saying he is sorry.

The rapper told his fans he decided to bury the hatchet with the 24-year-old Australian star after speaking to her manager T.I., saying:

"I just got off the phone with my homeboy TIP, the king of Atlanta. It's officially over. No more bad talk. I apologise. I apologise, I'm sorry. I won't do it again."....Well, it seems that Iggy already accepts his apology....



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Kendall and Kylie Jenner listed among world’s most influential teens

Kendall and Kylie Jenner have been listed alongside Jaden Smith and Lorde on Time magazine's most influential teens of 2014.

The 'Keeping Up with the Kardashians' stars were listed alongside inspirational youngsters such as a 14-year-old transgender activist Jazz Jennings and 17-year-old Malala Yousafzai, the youngest-ever recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize.

The siblings' achievements are described in the publication thus: 'Together, the 'Keeping Up With the Kardashians' co-stars hosted red-carpet events, released clothing and nail polish lines and even published a dystopian young-adult novel this past summer (though yes, they had some help).

'But they've had solo success too – Kendall with modelling (she's walked the runway for designers like Marc Jacobs) and Kylie with pseudo-entrepreneurship (she's launching a line of hair extensions and hopes to get into acting). Next up: a multimillion-dollar mobile game?'
The sisters were joined on the list by Kylie's rumoured former fling, Jaden Smith who is the 16-year-old son of Will and Jada Pinkett-Smith – who is recognised partly for his 'Twitter musings'.

The magazine states: 'His real legacy may well be his Twitter musings, which are equal parts absurdist ('Anything You See In Any Magazine Ever Is Fake.') And insightful ('Once You Witness A Cycle Enough Times You Step Out Of It.'), earning him more than five million followers and labels like, 'Confucius for the Internet age.'

'One of Smith's recent posts sums him up pretty well: 'Hate Me Love Me Doesn't Matter I'm Still Occupying Time Inside Of Your Psyche.' (sic)'
Both the Jenner sisters and Jaden are in good company on the list as fellow stars including singer/songwriter Lorde, actress Chloë Grace Moretz – who is rumoured to be dating Brooklyn Beckham – and pop star Austin Mahone are also named as influential teens.

17-year-old New Zealand-born, Lorde, is praised for being 'a force in music and pop culture' and for winning two Grammy Awards so early in her career.

Time magazine's 25 Most Influential Teens of 2014:

1. Mo'ne Davis, 13, Baseball player

2. Sasha Obama, 13, and Malia Obama, 16

3. Kiernan Shipka, 14, Mad Men actress

4. Jazz Jennings, 14, Transgender activist

5. Flynn McGarry, 15, chef du jour

6. Erik Finman, 15, Founder of Botangle.com

7. Nash Grier, 16, Social media king

8. Rico Rodriguez, 16, Modern Family actor

9. Ciara Judge, 16, Émer Hickey, 17, and Sophie Healy-Thow, 17, Google Science Fair winners

10. Shawn Mendes, 16, Social media musician

11. Jaden Smith, 16, Confucius for the Internet age

12. Becky G, 17, Youtube musician

13. Salma Kakar, 17, Cycling star

14. Lorde, 17, Singer-songwriter

15. Lydia Ko, 17, Golf champion

16. Chloë Grace Moretz, 17, Movie actress

17. Kylie Jenner, 17, and Kendall Jenner, 18

18. Malala Yousafzai, 17, Youngest-ever recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize

19. Rachel Fox, 18, Reality Star turned day trader

20. Bethany Mota, 18, Fashion and beauty blogger

21. Joshua Wong, 18, Leader of Hong Kong civil disobedience movement

22. Austin Mahone, 18, Pop star

23. Tavi Gevinson, 18, Publisher of online magazine for teenage girls

24. Megan Grassell, 19, Bra designer

25. Troye Sivan, 19, Actor turned musician

-NET
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See Why 42-year old Cameron Diaz is not ‘looking’ to get married yet

42-year-old actress, Cameron Diaz has sparked rumours she's engaged to boyfriend Benji Madden after being spotted wearing a diamond on her ring finger last month, but she insists she's not planning to settle down just yet.

Speaking in the new issue of Marie Claire magazine, she said: 'I'm not looking for a husband or marriage or not not looking for that stuff. I'm living, not thinking what I should or shouldn't be doing with my life.'

However, despite her decision on marriage, the 'Other Woman' star admits she hasn't totally ruled out starting a family with someone in the near future.

She explained: 'We live in a society where everyone has kids, so they want other people to have kids.

'There is this culture that says celebrities are supposed to be just like us, so people think, 'I have children, why doesn't she?' But I'm not going to do something because it's expected. If a family happens, then it happens. If children come to me, then I would do that, but I'm not someone who feels like she has to do something because it's expected.'

However, it seems the star may have had a change of heart since striking up a relationship with the rocker as she previously said she didn't want to be a mother.

She said earlier this year: 'A baby, that's all day, every day for eighteen years.

'Not having a baby might really make things easier, but that doesn't make it an easy decision.

'I like protecting people, but I was never drawn to being a mother. I have it much easier than any of them.'

-NET
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Lol! Baby Named LUCIFER Because of Complicated Labour

Like i said before,crazy things are happening in our world today...This is one of them... A Russian couple have decided to name their baby boy 'LUCIFER'.

Twenty-four-year-old mother explained her choice by the fact that she and her husband  were "Satanists".

"I wanted to name him Lucian, but my husband wanted another name - Lucifer. My labor was very complicated, and I promised that if the baby survived, we'd call him Lucifer.

 All went well, so I kept my promise," the boy's mother, Natalia Menshikova told PRM.ru website.
Employees at the registry office tried to convince the young parents not to name the boy that way, although they had no legal grounds to decline the registration of the child's name.

"If Lucifer, when he grows up, would like to come to the church, the church will accept him. If he looks at his parents and realizes that he does not want that kind of life, we will baptize him under a different name - a name of a holy man, rather than of the devil," a local priest said.


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Chect Out Top 10 African rappers list by MTV Base

With the furore generated by the MTV Base's controversial list of 'Top 20 Nigerian songs of all time just dying down across social media platforms, the urban cable TV channel has released another list naming the 10 hottest rappers on the African continent.

The list features four Nigerian acts while four South African acts and one Ghanaian act also made the new MTV Base list which, like the previous one, is not likely to pass without some controversy.

See the full list below:

Cassper Nyovest – South Africa

K.O – South Africa

Ice Prince - Nigeria

AKA – South Africa

Burna Boy – Nigeria

Sarkodie – Ghana

Olamide – Nigeria

iFani  – South Africa

Phyno – Nigeria

Duncan – South Africa
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Photo: MBGN 2013 Anna Ebiere, may just have confirmed she's dating Flavour

People have been wondering what's up between Flavour and 2013 MBGN queen Anna Ebiere.

Wonder no more because Flavour who just welcomed a baby from another beauty queen,maybe in love with Anna. Posting this photo with those romantic words says it all..They should better get married...

-MPN

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Yinka Ayefele shares a memorable moment with late dad

Award winning gospel musician, Yinka Ayefele lost his father, High Chief Joshua Taiwo Ayefele on Sunday, October 12, 2014.

His dad died shortly after the celebration of his 76th birthday party in Ekiti State on that day.

Still mourning his dad, Ayefele, who is arguably the country's leading gospel musician, shared a picture of himself and his dad dancing together as his Blackberry display picture in the aftermath of his late dad's passing.

He captioned it: 'My best moment with my dad, Chief J.T Ayefele.

Burial arrangements for the late Pa Ayefele, a respected educationist and community leader in Ipoti Ekiti until his demise at the beginning of the week, are yet to be announced by the Ayefele family.

-NET
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Helen Paul unveils multimillion naira Film Academy in Lagos

Versatile entertainer, Helen Paul, also known as Tatafo, has opened her multimillion Naira film school in Lagos.

Christened Helen Paul Theatre and Films Academy, the institution is located at 14-16, Emmanuel Olorunfemi Street, by Orimolade, College Road, Ogba, Lagos.

The comic TV host, actress and comedienne, who is also a Glo ambassador, said the opening of the academy is a dream come true, having nurtured the ambition from childhood.

She said the effort is also geared towards contributing her own quota to the development of the entertainment sector, and education in general.

Helen, who is currently studying for her Ph.D programme in Theatre Arts at the University of Lagos, Akoka, said her academy has been fully equipped with modern facilities to aid easy learning and consequently help her students rub shoulders with their counterparts anywhere in the world.

Some of the courses the institution will offer include Cinematography, Acting, Video Editing, Photography, Dance, Basic Presentation, Costuming & Sewing, Hair Styling, Sound Engineering and Graphics Design.

'Right from childhood, I have always looked forward to a day like this –when I will float a school that will help build a better society devoid of charlatans. For some years now, this project has been in the making, and I thank God that it has finally come to stay. Our classes are going to be more practical, that is why we invested heavily on the studios and other equipment that will make our students one of the best. We have also created a platform that will make it easier for them to get jobs, before and after they finish from the school,' Helen said.

Best known as a stand-up comedienne who shot to limelight through her inimitable style of speaking like a child, her style is quirky and spontaneous; and coupled with her petite stature and a voice range that makes you guess she is less than 10 years old.

Aside being a co-host of Jara, a popular Nollywood programme from the stables of M-Net's Africa Magic, the Creative Arts graduate of Unilag currently presents radio programmes on Naija 102.7 FM and Metro 97.7 FM and is also a columnist with New Telegraph newspaper.

-NET
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Brymo announces October 30 release date for his 4th album

Brymo is  set to release his 4th studio album, titled 'Tabula Rasa.'

Former Chocolate City artist and new Lagos state Chamber of Commerce ambassador, Brymo is set to release his 4th studio album titled Tabula Rasa.

The singer officially announced via Twitter that the long-awaited album would be released on October 30, 2014.

Already a track titled 'Femi' has been released as a promotional single off the forthcoming album.

According to his new manager, Lanre lawal, 'The Tabula Rasa album by Brymo drops October 30 in Europe & America; and November 3 in Nigeria.'

The album is produced by Mikkyme Joses and features spoken word artiste, Sammy Sage Hassan.

His first album, Brymstone sold 500 copies in his neighborhood alone, before he was signed by Chocolate City under which he released 'Son Of A Kapenta' in 2012.

He also released an album in 2013 titled 'Merchants, Dealers & Slaves' (MD&S).

- NET
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Photo: Actress Ibinabo Fiberisima wins 2nd term election as AGN President

Nollywood Actress and incumbent President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Ibinabo Fiberisima has once again won the Presidential election of the Guild, making this her second term in office. Above is a photo of her as she was being sworn in today October 16th. Big big congrats to her!
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Photo: Olamide unveils official cover for 4th album

Indigenous language rapper, Olamide has unveiled the official cover for his 4th album, 'Street Ot'.

The 'Story for the Gods' rapper took to his Instagram page last night to post the photo cover for his soon-to-be- released 4th album.

With his three previous albums, Rapsodi, YBNL and Baddest Guy Ever Liveth all certified to have done very well in the market, the rapper and his teeming fans are upbeat that his 4th album will be a shattering success based on his high ratings and consistency.

See his tweets and the album cover below…

'Let the countdown begin ..Official album cover by @aileleighile'

 The soon to drop album has a total of  21 tracks in it.

-NET
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Photos: Alicia Keys spare heads #bringbackourgirls campaign in New York

For 219 days and counting, 276 Chibok schoolgirls were kidnapped from their school in Borno State by boko haram militants. Less has been heard about there way about and it seems the Nigerian government is not doing their best yet to rescue the girls even though they said plans are on ground. If i may ask, for how long will this plan be drawn before the FG acts? 15 time Grammy award winner, Alicia Keys organized a protest in front of the Nigerian consulate in New York on Tuesday. She held a rally along with 30 women and raised awareness by holding several signs that read 'We Are Here To Bring Back Our Girls Now.' Clad in a black and white pullover, denim jeans and sported a black head wrap, the mother of one and other protesters chanted 'When do we want them?' Now! Now! Alive!

Alicia also pledged to donate $1million in support of the campaign

She was also joined by her husband, Swizz Beatz (seen at the back with a black face cap and shades)

Photo: Check Out Denrele Edun No Bra Day Photo .

I can't believe this

Today Is “HORN FREE DAY” Declared By Lagos State Government

The Lagos State Government, has declared today, Wednesday, October 15 as 'Lagos Horn Free Day' marking the beginning of efforts to transform Lagos into a Horn Free mega-city. With noise pollution identified as a major issue in Lagos State based on excessive use of horn by motorists, the state government has adopted a systematic approach towards curbing the unnecessary use of horn in the state.

To drive this message home, the Lagos state government set aside today as the first Lagos Horn Free Day. Other cities have deployed similar strategies and recorded improvements on their road traffic systems, for instance, Koramangala, India adopted a 'No Horn Mondays' initiative in association with the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board in Koramangala with attendant success ‎so far recorded. The launch of this initiative was the 1st Lagos Drivers' Appreciation Day on October 9th with guests including the commissioner for Transport.

Comrade Kayode Opeifa and Governor Babatunde Raji Fashola. In separate speeches, the governor and his commissioner stated that the aim to reduce noise in Lagos to the barest minimum reinforces Lagos' position as the Centre of Excellence. The commissioner also noted that the exercise will create a paradigm and gradually, a horn free consciousness would start as he urged transporters, private car owners and Okada riders to support the government in ensuring a reduction in noise pollution through strict adherence to the exercise.

X3M Ideas is a proud partner of the initiative, providing communication materials for TV, Radio, Press and Online media.

Kanye West ‘thinks’ Scott Disick is ‘toxic’ for Kourtney Kardashian

Kanye West allegedly thinks Scott Disick is 'toxic' for Kourtney Kardashian.

The 'New Slaves' rapper is reportedly very concerned about his pregnant sister-in-law, as he thinks her long-term boyfriend, who was hospitalized for alcohol poisoning earlier this year, is 'a hot, toxic, mess' and is partying 'like the world is going to end.'

A source close to the 37-year-old star, who has 15-month-old daughter North with wife Kim Kardashian West, told HollywoodLife.com: 'Kanye would never leave Kim when she was pregnant, unless it was to bring money back home to the family.

'Big money. He didn't leave Kim alone when she was pregnant unless he was clocking six figures.'

The insider said the protective star doesn't understand why Scott, who already has a 4-year old son, Mason and 2-year old daughter, Penelope with Kourtney, wants to party without his girlfriend, as his philosophy is 'when your girl is pregnant, guess what — you're pregnant, too.'

'Keeping Up with the Kardashians' beauty Kourtney recently told Scott on the TV show that she wanted him to sober up or leave.

She said: 'Unless you want to be sober, then I don't want you here.

'If you want to die then you can continue to act this way.'

Scott has been struggling since the tragic death of his mother, Bonnie last October as well as his father, Jeffrey less than three months later in early January.

Source: NET

Actress Mercy Johnson Welcomes New Baby Boy

Nollywood actress and mother of one, Mercy Johnson has put to bed.
She gave birth today to a baby boy at exactly 12:49am (American time) in a US hospital.

Congrats

’15 Nigerian Women of Vision’ listing thrills DJ Cuppy

Dj Cuppy has gushed about her inclusion in the Tiffany Amber list of 15 Nigerian Women with Vision. Photo: Filed

Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola otherwise called 'DJ Cuppy' is a female disc jockey and daughter of billionaire oil magnate, Femi Otedola and the pretty heiress has been on a roller coaster ride lately.

First, she was announced an intern at Jay Z's Roc Nation, which she was very excited about.

Now, the gist is that Dj Cuppy has been included in the Tiffany Amber's list of 15 Nigerian Women with Vision.

Dj Cuppy took to her Instagram page to write: 'Cupcakes, I Have Been Recognized As One Of Nigeria's 15 Women Of Vision In The Tiffany Amber and My Diamond woman Campaign. To Be The Youngest In The Midst Of Such Great And Powerful Women Is An Absolute Honor. Thank You So Much For Having Me! #cuppyonamission #womenofvision #africa'.

In November 1998, Folake Coker launched Tiffany Amber Nigeria Limited, the first ready-to-wear label in Nigeria, revolutionizing Nigerian fashion and paving the way for the industry we know and love today. To celebrate this monumental occasion, the 15th anniversary celebrations kicked off in October with the unveiling of the Tiffany Amber 'Meet Nigeria's Women of Vision' campaign, in partnership with Diamond Woman, an initiative of Diamond Bank, designed specifically for women, by women and providing women with financial, business and lifestyle advice to help them achieve their aspirations.

The campaign features 15 women between the ages of 18-60, showing Tiffany Amber's multigenerational following and all the women have and are still making a mark in their respective fields.

Other women on the list include Adenike Ogunlesi (founder, Ruff & Tumble), Adesuwa Onyenokwe (publisher, TW Lifestyle Magazine & Host, Seriously Speaking TV Show), Eku Edewor (actress & media Personality), Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde (actress & producer) and among others.

Source: NET

Seven Ministers Resigned

Seven ministers in President Goodluck Jonathan's cabinet have resigned their positions today.

Those who resigned are Ministers of Information, Labaran Maku; Trade and Industry, Samuel Ortom; State for Education; Nyesom Wike, State for Defence; Musiliu Obanikoro; Labour, Emeka Wogu; Health, Onyebuchi Chukwu and State for Niger Delta, Dairus Ishaku.

The ministers are said to have quit their posts to pursue their political ambitions as they will be contesting in the forthcoming gubernatorial elections in their respective states.

Check Out Why Omarion Dumped His Baby Mama

Omarion's girlfriend Apryl gave birth to a baby boy in August and everyone would assume this would further reinforce their relationship and not break it.

But according to Media TakeOut, the couple are OVER and its all 'cos of the baby. Apryl's son looks bi-racial fueling rumors that Omarion isn't the daddy and he demanded for a DNA Test but Apryl wouldn't allow it, this prompted the breakup and that's that for that.

Wizkid And Chris Brown Set To Release collaboration Song

Wizkid has confirmed his collaboration with American R&B singer Chris Brown will drop in November

One of Nigeria's leading pop stars, Wizkid has confirmed his collaborative effort with controversial American R&B star, Chris Brown will be released in early November.

In a chat at NET office yesterday, Wednesday, October 15, the 'Jaiye Jaiye' singer who has recently been in the eye of the storm, with colleagues like Saeon and Samklef hitting him for his perceived attitudinal problems aside his widely reported beef with former friend-turned rival, Davido, said he has great moves ahead in a few weeks.

'I have recorded a song with Chris Brown, it will be released in three weeks time and trust me, everything is so African.'
The singer, who now has his sights set on the global scene, will also be shooting the video for 'Mummy mi' with his mother which will drop soon.

With Wizkid, who is set to exit Empire Mates Entertainment, the label that nurtured him to fame, hinting at exploring avenues of a collaboration with American music star, Rihanna, 2015 is expected to be big year for the Star Boy boss.

Shocking Video of a Screaming Bride Dragged off to Arranged Husband’s Home

This shocking video, titled Stealing the Bride, was shot in Kazakhstan ,showing a young girl being forcefully dragged to her own arranged wedding.

As his neighbors and family celebrate , the young girl sits in the back of the car crying and pleading to be taken home.After efforts by family members to make her come out of the car fails,she is then dragged out of the car and over a special bridal carpet while guests throw confetti at her..

Local women's rights activist Anfisa Zuyeva, 30, a campaigner against the tradition told UK Mirror

 "This is a barbaric and evil practice that forces young girls into loveless marriages with men they hardly know.Often the families of the victims agree because the groom pays them a lot of money.
In Kazakhstan, bride kidnapping is the custom and accounts for nearly half of all marriages..

Mavin Big Boss Don Jazzy Starts Oil And Gas Company, Calls it ‘Mavin Energy’

Mavin record boss and super producer, Don Jazzy shows the label is not only about music busines as he decides to move into the Oil and Gas business. He made the announcement on his Instagram page some moments ago.

He calls is Mavin Energy and it deals with delivering crude oil products to your doorstep. Congrat

Wiz Khalifa Disses Amber Rose In New Song ‘P***y Overrated’

The two might not be getting back together any time soon! Wiz Khalifa just dissed his estranged wife, Amber Rose in a new song- P***y Overrated that features him and Future. Wiz's first verse on the track seems to be a direct diss towards Amber Rose, who has posted twerking videos on Instagram and Vine in the past.

"Be on Instagram and on Vine like a mothaf***er", he raps.

In another verse, Wiz says: Oh you must think you a star don't ya? Wanna be front seat in my car don't ya? Crystal from the bar, don't ya? Oh you must think we'll go far don't ya? Oh you must think I'll fall hard don't ya? Don't you know I play my part, don't ya?...

Kesha to sue Dr. Luke for sexual assault and battery

Kesha has decided to sue Dr. Luke for allegedly abusing her sexually for almost 10 years.

The 'Tik Tok' hitmaker, who sought treatment in rehab for an eating disorder earlier this year, has filed a lawsuit against her record company boss and music producer – real name Lukasz Gottwald – claiming he began abusing her sexually, physically, verbally and emotionally shortly after she signed a contract with him when she was 18.

In court documents, obtained by gossip website TMZ.com, the 27-year-old singer, who is signed to Dr. Luke's record Kemosabe Records label, alleges he made repeated sexual advances toward her and forced her to use drugs and alcohol.

She claims he once forced her to snort an unknown substance before they boarded a flight together and says he forced himself on her while she was under the influence of the drug, and also alleges he once attacked her at his house in Malibu, California, where he was 'violently thrashing his arms at her.'

On another occasion, the blonde beauty claims she suffered memory loss after Dr. Luke, gave her 'sober pills' after forcing her to drink alcohol with him.

Kesha blames the music producer, who has also worked with Katy Perry, Pink and Kelly Clarkson, for her body image issues, claiming he once said to her: 'You are not that pretty, you are not that talented, you are just lucky to have me.'

The 'Blow' singer is asking a judge to release her from her contract with Luke.

Her lawyer, Mark Geragos, said: 'This lawsuit is a wholehearted effort by Kesha to regain control of her music career and her personal freedom after suffering for ten years as a victim of mental manipulation, emotional abuse and an instance of sexual assault at the hands of Dr. Luke.'

He added: 'The facts presented in our lawsuit paint a picture of a man who is controlling and willing to commit horrible acts of abuse in an attempt to intimidate an impressionable, talented, young female artist into submission for his personal gain. Kesha is focused on moving her life and her career beyond this terrible time.'