As London gears up for the Olympics, Africa's most dynamic country, Nigeria is brought to life at Stratford.The East London borough of Newham will be treated to a feast of African music when top Nigerian artists take to the stage at the historical Stratford Theatre Royal from 21 to 25 July 2012 as part of the New World Nigeria Sports and Cultural Showcase.
Win Tickets to Davido Live in Concert July 22 @ Eko Hotel
I'm giving away 15 tickets. 10 regulars and 5VIPs. I'm supposed to pick winners from the last quiz we did, but I'm too tired this night to go through all the names, read comments and pick winners. So here's what we are going to do. There are 15 tickets available at Flytime office and the first 15 people to get there will get the tickets.
Flytime office is at Koko Lounge, E-Center, Sabo, Yaba. The person to ask for is Tessy. She will be there from 12 noon. So good luck to the first 15 people to meet Tessy...and if you get there first, ask for a VIP pass. *wink*
Davido's concert will hold this Sunday July 22nd @ Eko Hotel Lagos at 7pm. Tickets available at Eko Hotel, Images & Print, Silverbird Galleria, and Ozone Cinemas. tickets now!
Gunmen fire at card players in Kano, killing three
Also, a constabulary police officer narrowly escaped death but sustained gunshot wounds and has also been taken to an unknown hospital, soaked in blood.
The Kano State police command spokesperson has officially confirmed the killings, while a security operative in the area said several residents have gone into hiding to avoid falling victim of the crossfire that ensures after such attacks. No group has claimed responsibility of the attack. (Sahara Reporters)
Lo’Lavita Hair in South Africa This August!!
They are the only recognized international brand from Nigeria chosen to exhibit their range of hair extensions and beauty products. The event would show case the biggest and best hair brands all around Africa.
My love for Prezzo was not a strategy to win' - Goldie opens up
When asked if her 'love' for Prezzo was real or a strategy to win, the singer replied:
It wasn't a strategy to win. I saw Prezzo as a calm, very intelligent and easy going person. Viewers have the option of seeing about 50 cameras at a time but I have just two eyes and two ears and only believe in what I saw. You had the opportunity of knowing him more than I did.On how she felt when she realized that Prezzo had nominated her for eviction/ played her. Her answer when you continue...
Tiwa Savage in Malaysia
Tiwa is in Malaysia for a concert that will hold tomorrow night at club 11.45, Kuala Lumpur.
Rick Ross coming to Lagos this August for Summer Jam Fest
Come Friday, 17th of August, 2012, American born international rapper, William Leonard Roberts II popularly known as Rick Ross, will storm the commercial nerve centre of Nigeria, Lagos for the upcoming Summer Jam Fest 2012 concert at the exquisite Eko Hotel and Suites.
Wizkid finally gets Headies 'Next Rated' prize car he won last year
The car was presented to him on Friday July 13th, 2012 at Silverbird Galleria, Victoria Island, Lago
Konga.com aims to overhaul baby, beauty & personal care retailing in Nigeria
Konga.com is a one-stop shopping website that provides the shopper with a wide selection of products to meet their beauty, health and lifestyle needs. Our mission is to make people unbelievably happy by delivering an incredibly simple and convenient way to buy things online!
Goldie returns to Nigeria
The singer returned to Nigeria last night. Her record label boss Kenny Ogungbe and good friend, Denrele Edun, were at the airport to welcome her home.
Obi Asika's Storm 360 launches online radio station - Storm FM
Storm 360, Inc just announced the launch of Storm FM - Nigeria's first record label operated online radio station. Storm FM will feature latest music from Storm 360 Artists, DJ mixes, artist interviews, behind the scenes audio and exclusive content. Storm FM will be exclusively available on “Jandus Radio Mobile Application”
CEO of Strom 360, Obi Asika says, "Storm 360 has always been an innovator and always believed in the power of music. From Naeto C to Dj Neptune, Sasha P to Ms Jaie, our emerging superstars L.O.S and the King of The South, Yung6ix, we have thousands of unheard remixes, songs, and all sorts of mega-mixes. I am personally a believer in technology and I am proud of Ms. Bukola Akinfaderin, a young Nigerian developer who developed the Jandus Radio app. I have it on my mobile devices and wherever I am it feels good to know I can tune in to Storm Fm and you know we are always in the building.
To experience Storm FM, log on to http://www.jandusradio.com/
First Black/Up international stand-alone store comes to Lagos
Montaigne Place Exclusive Retailers and Partners with black|Up Paris in Nigeria brings the firstblack|Up stand-alone international shop outside Paris to Lagos on the 22nd of July 2012 at the Ikeja City Mall Alausa, Lagos, Nigeria.
Armed robbers raid bullion van, cart away N58m, kill policeman
According to reports, the robbers laid ambush for the bullion van which was coming to Lagos via the Badagry expressway and succeeded in taking all the money in the vehicle (58 million naira). They also killed an escort police officer in the process
The Lagos Commissioner of Police confirmed the robbery attack and said the bank did not use the customized bullet-proof bullion van that banks are advised to use in order to reduce the incidence of robbery attacks on bank vehicles.
Two Chinese arrested for killing 2 other fellow countrymen in Kano
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| Commissioner of Police, Kano State command, Alhaji Ibrahim Idris |
Two Chinese nationals - Jimbo Zhao Dang Dong and Smith Zhhang Ze, have been arrested for allegedly killing two other Chinese during a brawl.
During the brawl, the Chinese nationals used dangerous weapons resulting in the deaths of the two men.
Ray J mocks ex-girlfriend, Kim Kardashian, on Twitter
Ray J laughed at Kim's 'we are not defined by our past'...guess he remebered that night many years ago and how that one incident made the reality star a superstar...:-)
But it's kinda uncool of Ray J sha! People are laughing at Kim K on Twitter. Now waiting for Kanye's Ray J diss track! Hehe
'Training' for Oyo State legislators wives in London (Photo)
What are they being trained for? To learn how to assist their husbands on the job. It was the initiative of the Speaker of Oyo State House of Assembly, Mrs. Monsurat Sunmonu, under the “Women of Caliber” programme. They will be in London for eight days with tax payers money!
Orisirisi!
Mikel Obi Joins Twitter
If you're following any other Mikel Obi handle on Twitter, that one na scam! :-)
Charly Boy's daughter, Adaeze Oputa, graduates from US university
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| Steve Harris speaking at the event |
It was an ample dose of inspiration and practical self development lessons as eight (8) successful young Africans in Environmental Sustainability Advocacy, Agriculture and Food Security, International Development amongst others converged in Calabar on July 11 2012, for the 2nd Edition of The Bridge Leadership Foundation’s Career Day with theme ‘Talent, Leadership & Entrepreneurship’.
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Baby Blue Ivy is all grown up
She's so cute. The six month old was photographed shopping with her mum recently. Someone obviously got close enough to take a photo of the baby without her blanket...hehe!
Spinlet.com Featured Song of the Day
The Song of the Day is titled “HATERS” by Da Grin Featuring Dammy Krane, Tipsy, Pellyhustle, BigStreet and Oba Dice. This Brand New Track is From Da Grin’s New Album Titled “Invincible Bulletproof”. This track is a Sure Hip Hop Banger with its Piano Rhythm and knocking Beat, Check it out Now on Spinlet's Featured List!
Also Check Out Discover Me Artists on Spinlet’s Discover Me Section to Get More on Dammy Krane and Tipsy!
Go to www.spinlet.com, Get your Free Mobile Application and Download/Stream all the Hottest Joints on the Street!!!
Adeyinka Adebayo now Asiwaju of Yoruba
Since the demise of the late Chief Obafemi Awolowo, who was the holder of the title, a lot of interests have evolved in the region on who occupies the coveted title.
The council of elders otherwise known as ‘Igbimo Agba Yoruba' and the entire Yoruba nation, in a memo approved the nomination and acceptance of the President of Igbimo Agba Yoruba, Major-General Adeyinka Adebayo (rtd) as the Asiwaju of Yoruba nation in Nigeria and diaspora forthwith.
But wait o...can there be two 'Asiwaju'? Former Lagos State Governor, Bola Tinubu is an Asiwaju, abi? I'm Igbo, Please educate me! :-)
New Video: E.M.E Feat. WizKid, Skales & Banky W - Baddest Boy
Official Video for the 1st single from the #EMEAlbum "Empire Mates State Of Mind".. "Baddest Boy" features WizKid, Skales & Banky W. Video was directed by Clarence Peters. Also watch out for cameos from the rest of the EME Crew: ShayDee, Niyola, and DJ XClusive.
LASTMA offiial dies chasing after a vehicle
The Future Awards 2012 Full Nominees List
As always, it’s the most anticipated list this year! The Future Awards, described by the World Bank as “The Nobel Prize for Young Africans”, after unveiling its spectacular Young Person of the Year nominees earlier this week, has now released the full Nominees List for all 21 categories.
