Islam Influenced My Music - Asa

One of the respected Nigerian singers, Bukola Elemide, well known as Asa, has said her Muslim background influenced her music. 

She made this disclosure in a recent interview with My Africa Podcast.

According to her, she was a Muslim for about two to three years when she lived with her grandparents who practised the religion. Asa explained that she converted to Christianity when she was in the high school.

“I come from a Muslim background, and I actually had a stint with Islam. I was a Muslim for about two years or three years. I was a Muslim after high school because I lived with my grandparents. My grandparents were Muslims from Lagos Island, and yes it did influence the way I see things and the way I write,” the world respected artiste said.

Asa further said, “It (Islam) influenced the song ‘Awé’. You see just near where I used to live, there was a mosque, and we had a munedžim who calls out prayers. He would early morning by 5 O’clock, ‘Allaaaah’. That was amazing, It just inspired ‘Away’, so yeah, Islam, Christianity is always going to be part of my history.”

The Real Truth Behind D’banj’s 10 Years Anniversary Celebration

Recently, Nigeria’s singer and self acclaimed Bagalee, D’banj, celebrated his 10 years anniversary in the music industry where he pulled large crowd of people turning up for the event with guest invite, America’s model and vixen, Amber Rose.

The singer speaking with Vangurad about his journey so far amidst his celebration says the high point of his career was when he was opportune to give a speech at the World Bank Tedex in 2014, which had nothing to do with music.

D’banj boasted that he has always prayed that he does not end up as just as an entertainer but to be the best to come out of Africa which is gradually manifesting.

According to him, “My first single came out October 2004 .My first album was released in March 2005 and as at that time I always say I was an entertainer and I hoped and prayed that I will be the biggest to come out of Africa. I will be a businessman; you know you always have different types of dreams. It’s been a great journey in 10 years and when I count my blessings, I see that God has been so faithful. There are places that I have been to, that I never thought about. Though, I dream big, I have performed on some stages I never thought I would dare to.”

“The high point of my career will be last year when I gave a speech at the World Bank Tedex. That for me was different ,because it had nothing to do with music. Being on that platform with those caliber of people, showed that you are not just an artiste, but also representing a generation,” he says.

As Human, I Have Been Having Sex With my Woman - Denrele

Popular television presenter, Denrele Edun, has revealed that he even at the age of 70, he was still maintain his fashion identity.

The presenter explained that his brand identity is not fake neither did he copy the style from anybody but has just been part of him from the onset.

Denrele while speaking with Punch newspaper corrected the impression people have about him of trying to be like American singer, Lady Gaga, noting that he was in entertainment before the singer who got known in 2006.

According to him, "This level of high edged, spontaneous, gothic, creative look is embedded in my system and it runs through my veins. Even when I am 70 years old, I would still be like this and I know I would be a funky grandfather. That is why I respect Charly Boy till date for his relevance and consistency. He is still a rockstar and a biker for life. I don’t think I will lose this identity for anything in the world."

Speaking about his love life, the entertainer stated that as human, he has feelings and as such would not say he has been lonely because it will show that he is not truthful.

He finally affirmed that he is in a relationship with a lady but not sure about the strength of the affection.

"I am single. I am not going to deny the fact that I am human and I have feelings. I would not say that I have been celibate or lonely because that would be a lie. I am not celibate; however, I am quite principled when it comes to relationships. God has blessed me and still blessing me, so I would not misuse the privilege of my job to use and dump all the ladies that constantly come my way. Some ladies think that being with me would place them at a certain level and because of that, they throw themselves at me but I do not misuse the privilege I have. That does not mean that I am a saint. I am not a saint. There is somebody in the picture but we are not so sure of our status right now. We have been tossing it back and forth for a while. We are still deliberating. The person is fully committed but I am not really ready. I feel like I have frustrated her to a large extent and she has tolerated me for a very long time. We have been friends for a while. I am a very inconsistent person; she could call or send a message and I will not reply until after five days. I will not use my job as an excuse because it would be a wrong thing to do," he said.

Ladies Will Run Away From Me If I Shave My Beard - Lynxxx

Nigerian singer, Lynxxx and Syndik8 Records artiste, in a recent chat, revealed that taking off his beard will not augur well with him.

According to the singer, taking such step might amount to ladies shunning him because of the possible outcome of the decision to shave the beard.

Lynxxx explained that he decided to keep beard when he was constantly bumps after shaving off his beard.
He said asides that, his jaw most times turns dark after each shave, which was why he decided to grow beards in the first place.

"Constantly shaving meant I'd get darker and more bumps so I just decided to leave my beards to grow. So it wasn't really intentional or a fashion movement. But now I can't shave my beards anymore else all I'll lose all my gyal dem," he submitted.

After 10 years behind the scene in the showbiz industry, Lynxxx exploded onto the scene in December 2009 with the release of his first official single, ‘Change your Parade’, produced by Syndik8 in-house producer and partner ’IKON’.

'Oga Titus’ Was Not To Diss D’Banj - Don Jazzy

When the song ‘Oga Titus’ was released, many music lovers and observers started speculating that the Mavin Crew was dissing former record label artiste and executive, D’Banj who had been in the news for allegedly going broke as at the time.

D’Banj was reported to have been sued for an unpaid debt. He further fuelled the rumours when he spoke with on Olisa TV in a programme called ‘The Truth’ about his time at Mo’Hits. He had said the reason for the break-up was hinged on Dr. Sid.

Don Jazzy said, “Guys please enjoy my songs with an open mind. The only song I have done about any particular person is #Adaobi. I do not do diss songs. Thanks.

“#Katapot is actually just a love song. Just as #OgaTitus is just a funny local song. Please let it be just that. Thanks #SMD.”

He further recalled that while former record artistes, D’Banj and Wande Coal, were with the Mo’Hits crew, nobody was allowed to record such songs. All that the Mo’Hits expected to do was sing music he said.

“Even D’Banj and Wande Coal will tell u that I never allowed them record diss songs. Never been my style. I will not start now. Enjoy #Katapot,” he said.

Don Jazzy’s Mavin Records boasts of artistes like Reekado Banks, Korede Bello and Di’ja, Tiwa Savage, Dr. Sid and D’Prince.

Tonto Dikeh Settles Scores With Mercy Johnson Flaunts Pic On Instagram

For quite some time now, there has been registered verbal war between these two controversial actresses; Mercy Johnson Okogie and Tonto Dikeh over clash of interest.

Surprisingly, it seems the self acclaimed Poko Queen has finally let bygone be bygone and opened her arms to embrace the Kogi State born mother of two who just stormed Nigeria after the birth her second child in USA.

Ms Dikeh, Pokolee, as she often calls herself, took to her Instagram page a while ago to let her fans and the world know that she has dropped all her garments of war and 'beef' with Mercy this New Year, 2015.

She excitedly shared a picture she took with Mama Purity (Mercy Johnson ) and captioned it; Palz whosoeva gossips to you, will 1 day gossip about you. Diz, 2015, pay a deaf ear to 'dem say dem say'. If you haven't got anything nice to say abt anybody, come sit next to us!"

Recall that it was speculated their fight had earlier kicked off because Tonto was enjoying the best of her time when Mercy got married and later got pregnant. Mercy’s short absence created enormous wealth for her and she was really feeding hard on it.

However, when Mercy became fit and active to return to her groove, Tonto, reportedly got threatened by that, became so agitated and stormed social media to ridicule the 'Dumebi' star.

Top 5 Young Artistes That Must BLOW In 2015!

Nothing stops you when your music is “unique” and it stands out enough
to differentiate you
from everyone else in the saturated industry.

This young artistes have shown that they are very ready to take the
center stage and dance to the tune.

They are young artistes you should definitely watch out for this 2015.

1. Simi

If you think Asa and Nneka have it all, then Simi is the combination
of both. Amazing vocalist and singer! She leaves you with a picture so
clear when she sings that it takes you through a spiritual healing
that you can’t help but keep hitting the replay button.

Simi’s gentle and African voice gives you the richness in African
‘Pop’ and ‘Soul’ Music.

Her EP ‘Restless’ that she dropped in 2014 shows her music might even
when she seems like the ‘next door’ girl. Though she has been
in the game for long but 2015 is definitely her year.

2. Olawale

Winner of popular Project fame season 6.  With songs like ‘Jupa’
‘Follow me ft Lil kesh’ , ‘Love Me ft Tiwa Savage’ and ‘Get It ft
Skales’,  Olawale made it known in his debut album that he is a good
song writer and he is ready to create his own space in the industry.

He already knows what he wants to offer to music lovers and it’s obvious
they are ready to accept him more in 2015.
Don’t be surprise if he becomes the new King of RnB in Nigeria.

3. Reekado Banks

Ever imagined what ‘Dorobucci’ would have been without Reekado ? This
is one artiste I believe Don Jazzy will never regret signing to Mavins
Record.

Reekado displays that strength, talent and uniqueness every good
artiste requires. And just like Wande Coal in the early days of the
defunct MoHits, Reekado is an investment that will certainly bring
good returns.

Already built his grounds in 2014, Reekado Banks is sure of getting us
busy this 2015.

4. May Shua

Now this is another young versatile artiste that will definitely rock your 2015.

She calls herself ‘Naija’s Best Rapping Shawteey’. Her beauty
compliments her style.

Mostly known as a rapper but caught the industry
unawares when she
unpredictably switched up her
style to street pop in her recent single ‘Yeghe’.

May Shua is not just an artiste, she is an entertainer. Have you seen
her performing on stage? She delivers with lots of energy and vibe.

5. Gil

Gil Joe represents what I call the ‘New Skool Gospel’. He doubles up as an artiste and a producer. His combination of
Hip Hop(Rap), Rock and Jazz to his music gives him that exclusive
acceptance by all Gospel Music Lovers.

Already winning the heart of young Christians , Gil is creating a new
sound along with a strong message of living a life of a christian with
swag.

Just like how his label boss , Frank Edward gave gospel music a new
face in Nigeria with his style of music, Gil is about to take it to
another level.

Anumoka O. Jesse
Twitter – @iamme_aoj

I No Longer Fancy My Tattoos - Anita Joseph

What do you love wearing all the time?

I love wearing trousers all the time. I love bum shorts as well. But I no longer wear bum shorts as often as I used to, because my butts had grown bigger so getting my size is often difficult.

How comfortable are you rocking bum-shorts?
 
I am very comfortable in shorts because it brings out my shape so well.

You are known as one of the actresses with tempting bodies. Why do you always wear things that would tighten your body?

I know I have a great body. But I don`t even go out of my way to flaunt it. Whatever I wear suits me. Even when I wear a loose gown, you would still see the figure.

What is your best asset?

I think it`s everything. I love my hips, my butts and my boobs.

You also like to show off your cleavage

It is not my fault most times. It depends on the clothes I wear at a particular time.

You wear tattoos as well?

I no longer like tattoos. I have tattoos but I just don`t like them again.

Are you saying you don`t indulge in them any longer?

No, I don`t. I don`t even advise people to go for tattoos again. I have fans who tell me they want to be like me. I tell them to go ahead and be like me but that they should not tattoo their skin. Tattoo is addictive. When you do one, you would want to do two or three and it goes on and on.

Do you always wear designers stuffs?

I wear designers a lot. I wear other stuffs but must be of good quality from Versace.

What can you not wear?

I can`t wear any transparent dress. I will not wear any attire that would show my undergarment.

Joseph Benjamin Warns Ladies Against ‘Bottom Power’ Mindset

In Nigeria, it is sometimes believed that things can be easily achieved with the introduction of attracting and curvy ladies, which is commonly referred to as ‘bottom power’.

But popular Nollywood actor, Joseph Benjamin has come out to warn ladies against depending on such to get things done.

Joseph expressed sadness over a recent quote that the reasons why most ladies are relaxed is because they have not gone beyond their mindset of using their beauty to get things rather than use dignity to earn respect.

The actor who posted a quote, “Being a woman isn’t all about the curves or a pretty face, you should also have a functional brain, an enduring spirit and a praying tongue,” sounded a note of warning that for a lady to be able to make a difference and earn a well deserved respect, she needs to believe in herself.

According to Joseph, “The reasons why many women are objectified is because they have not gone beyond the mindset of I can use my beauty to get anything I want.”

Ice Prince Is The Best, While MI Is The King - Victoria Kimani

There have been comparisons between Ice Prince and MI as to who the best rapper is. These assessments have been made by the respective fans and pundits.

Even recently, when the issue came up, Ice Prince was furious and warned that he should not be compared with the man that showed him the way in the industry.

Ice Prince and MI see each other as brothers, having stayed together in Jos, Plateau State some years ago before relocating to Lagos, where Ice Prince was introduced into the Chocolate City family, where MI is the Vice Chairman.

Victoria Kimani, a Kenya singer signed on to Chocolate City, has disclosed that while Ice Prince is the best, MI is the king.

Victoria grew up in the city of angels called Los Angeles before moving back to Africa.

She recently spoke on her experience so far in music industry and how she has enjoyed life as a Choc City artiste.

"My father is a musician who played the guitar. Mom listens to a lot of music and that was how I started singing. She would play gospel music around the house and ask me to sing along. And that was I got to start music," she said of her background.

Speaking on how she joined the music industry, Victoria said, ”I finished school at a young age and we moved back to my homeland, Kenya. While I was in Kenya, I began singing backups for popular artiste, Mercy Myra. And we started touring as one thing led to another," .
She said apart from doing music, she is a ”very creative person. I like to write scripts for music videos. I like to think about fashion, to come up with different fashion ideas."

"I do. Nigerian dishes, I cook pepper soup, Egusi soup and both are my favorite soups. I was really a local (girl). I live very close to a certain market, we could be buy the food and had to adapt. Some things you don't forget. I enjoy cooking without a doubt," she boasted about her kitchen skills.

On her style of music, Victoria said, ”I have Rhythm and Blues background. When I go back to home to Kenya, the sound changes. I sing Afro-Pop then."

"To be honest, there is always someone I wrote for among these internationals because they appreciate what I do. It is also very humbling to me that these guys like my sounds. It makes me to know that I will keep growing, keep pushing because there are no limits," she recalled her experience of working with top American music artistes.

"I probably move around for my music. Everywhere I go, I pick up something. I learn new things. Everywhere in different and I put it in my music.

"Working in Chocolate City is the best? They are amazing. It's a team of people who genuinely want to see the African dream come to past. They are a record label that can blend Hip Hop, Pop music or Afro Pop to get bigger and bigger.” Ice Prince in the best in the game, M.I Abaga is the king. It's awesome,” she said of her experience with her record label.

According to her, "It's a world take over in music. We will like to see our music playing everywhere. We will want to do our music in Europe, Dubai or Japan, everywhere. There is no excuse why it can't happen."

Why I Vowed Not To Date Any Female Celebrity Again, After Yvonne Nelson - Iyanya

Call him a sex-symbol and you are not far from the truth. Since winning the maiden season of MTN Project Fame West Africa, Iyanya Mbuk has been a consistent hitmaker, who has stirred lots of controversy with his romantic relationships with female stars in the likes of, Yvonne Nelson and Tonto Dikeh.

The multiple award-winning star who always flaunts his sexy body and abs on social media in a recent interview maintained that after his experience dating the sultry Nollywood actresses, he has made up his mind to steer clear celebrities when it comes to love and romance.

"Yvonne Nelson is an amazing person, but I would never ever in my life date or have anything to do with a female star. I am not cut out for that kind of drama."
If Mr. Oreo won't date a female star, then what kind of woman does he want to settle down with.

"A good woman is a good woman. You can’t just sit and say this is the kind of woman I want. Some people think the best place to get a girl is in the church; meanwhile, you can get the wrong girl in the right place.
Sometimes, I am worried about getting the right woman to marry because of my status. I have had one or two women come into my life and act like they are something. The safest thing to do is marry someone you have known before you became a star."

He also gave reason why he shows off his sexiness on social media.

"Sincerely, I don’t show off. Anybody that thinks I show off is suffering from inferiority complex. The only people that think I show off are those people that think they could be me or people who wish they could be close to me but can’t be. Maybe they like me too much and don’t want to agree they like me that much.

These same people spend hours admiring the posts I put up.

That is what social media is for. It is only in Nigeria that people have a problem with you posting pictures.

While you are complaining that I am posting too many pictures, a true fan is admiring same and considers me as a mentor. Believe me, a lot of people think they know me, but they don’t."

Pastor Annoints Actress, Uche Ogbodo Daughter without Father’s Presence

Nollywood actress, Uche Ogbodo, over the weekend dedicated her child in the presence of the Lord and she was welcomed by the church. It is definitely a good development, but where is the father of the child when the baby was being dedicated?

It would be recalled that the actress earlier in 2014, was speculated to have abandoned her sick husband, Ato Ubby, due to poverty after a secret traditional wedding at her home town in Nkanu East, Enugu state to her Norway based ex-Nigerian footballer.

To some extent, the actress should have invited the father of the baby to come or the pastor should have asked the father’s presence rather than going ahead with the dedication as if the baby’s father was no more.

According to the actress, “Hmmm! Took me a while to come to terms with all that happened.. But in all I am grateful to God for the Strength to carry on amidst the struggle.. Thank God for the gift of this amazing little girl who has shown me Undying Love no end! #loveMyChinagorom.”

I Am Not Sleeping with my Brother - Actress, Bimbo Thomas Cries Out

In order to set the records straight, Nollywood actress, Bimbo Thomas, has expressed her mind to those that care to listen that she is not in any relationship with popular socialite, MC Oluomo, as widely speculated.

The actress explained that Oluomo has been of help to her and many other actresses and sees no reason why people have to point at her of dating the him.

She revealed that though they are both close but there was nothing attached to it as Oluomo happens to be her brother and a friend who has been supportive.

According to her, “MC Oluomo is a friend and a brother to me, we are not lovers and we are not dating. I have been on this case for about six years and the truth is that Oluomo is my brother and a friend. I would not stop talking to him because he has been so helpful to me, so whatever anybody likes, let them say.”

Bimbo debunked further rumours that the socialite got her a car and financed her movie production. “He did not buy me a car and he never financed any movie production for me because I am yet to produce my own movie. I don’t have a film in the market and I do not have any film to my credit. It is just a baseless rumour and I don’t know who could be peddling such about me. They spread such false news because I am close to him.”

My Ex-Hubby Is Not The Father Of My Child - Top Comedienne, Mandy Uzonitsha speaks

She is undoubtedly the first female stand-up comedienne in Nigeria. Mandy Uzonitsha had her name registered in the minds of entertainment lovers many years ago, when she distinguished herself in the showbiz world.

The Political Science graduate of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, in a recent interview with Yes Magazine, opened a can of worms on her ex-husband, Willie Workman Okwori, while also making shocking revelations that the man is not the real father of her 10-year old daughter.

At 43, the rib cracker, who maintained that she has not had s3x for eight years now, also stated categorically that even Jesus can't restore her broken marriage.

"Nothing will bring both of you together again… No; not even when Jesus comes and plans the wedding Himself," she declared.

On the paternity of her beautiful daughter she had shortly after the marriage crashed, Mandy said, "He’s not the father of my child! Most people do not know. He’s not the father of my child! Because that was one of the reasons I left! ‘She couldn’t have a child’, he said.

One of the reasons I heard – ‘she no fit born; she no fit’! I was one of the people that got pregnant, I was shouting, I get belle o! What I ordinarily do not do, because I’m a very, very quiet person. I keep to myself, I don’t like gbra, gbra, gbra.

“One of the things they were saying I can’t do; one of the things he told people, one of the things he said was that…But you know, when you are not God, you know someone’s medical history, you say eh!, e get blocked tube o, e get dis, e get dat. When you are not God, you have to be careful! That’s just it.

“So, I’m very grateful to God for the daughter to shut people’s mouths; I’m very grateful to God for He didn’t put me to shame; I’m very grateful to God because He loves me. I’m a Christian, he’s forgiven. I’ve moved on, I’m sure he’s moved on.

“He started spreading the rumours, because nobody knew my medical history; he knew my medical history," she continued.

Having been tagged a ‘barren woman’, the comedy mama was over filled with joy when she later become a proud mother.

"I love my daughter, I talk about my daughter everywhere. Most people on Facebook know my daughter’s name – that her name is April. Everybody knows my daughter. I talk about her; it’s not something I hide.

“I don’t know if you understand me. She’s my joy, she’s my everything. It’s something that people thought could never happen in my life, and then God gave me.”

Mandy seems contented with the joy her only daughter brings to her and had since waved aside the thoughts of having more babies.

"I’m 40 – something. This year now, I go be 43. For what? You no dey pity me? You wan make I born mumu? Retard, all those kind children. Because when you grow older, the tendency of you having such kids will happen. You should know that," she said.

However, she still keeps mum on the identity of the real father of her daughter, April.

"Sealed lips. We don’t talk about that one. Whether a married man or single man, em…we still don’t talk about that. Because we don’t know if he’s married to me or he’s married to someone else. That’s why we don’t talk about it. Everybody close your mouth there," she said.

Nigerian Gospel Artiste, Esther Igbekele Finally Comments On Marriage To An Alhaji

Nigerian gospel female act, Esther Igbekele, has finally commented about her marriage to an Alhaji whose name is not made public.

During an interview, the energetic vocalist said the marriage has become a thing of the past and she has moved on.

"There are lots of mistake in the beginning but thank God, who still kept me this far. That is now a past tense,
I’m going on with my new life and today I’m married to my own man, the God ordained man for me...

She further revealed that her musical career was have been destroyed because of her early marriage which turned out to be a 'mistake'.

"This is a long story but I still thank God for where I am today. Honestly my major problem was my early marriage. Early marriage nearly marred my career."

Nollywood Actor, Ali Nuhu Robbed On His Way To MTN Kannywood Awards

Popular actor in the Nigerian movie industry, Ali Nuhu, recently had an encounter with men of the underworld while returning from an event in Kano.

It was the second time the Kannywood star was robbed by hoodlums.

It would be recalled that sometimes ago, Ali Nuhu was attacked by armed robbers robbed near the 7Up
Bottling Company in Kano. He was then returning from a movie location in Kano and was reportedly heading to Abuja when the incident occurred.

The latest robbery attack on the actor happened on the Kano/Kaduna Expressway, while on his way to the recently held MTN Kannywood Awards. He was attacked around 8pm.

It was learnt that the actor was recognized by one of the robbers who wanted to allow him to go, but the leader of the gang insisted that he should be robbed. He was later allowed to go after he had been disposed of his belongings.

His Honda Crosstour 2012 car he bought recently, phones and cash were taken away from him by the hoodlums.

No Father! No Mother!, I Cannot Take Care of My Younger Ones Alone - Actress, Nkem Ikeh Cries

Beautiful Nollywood actress, Nkem Ike, is still mourning the sudden death of her father, Mr. Ike who died on Feb. 4, 2015 after a brief illness.

The Enugu-born thespian who last received a call from her dad while on her way to Oji-River on the campaign train of Nollywood supporters for the re-election bid of the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Goodluck Ebele Jonathan at the February elections, was surprised to get a call that her father was dead.

Nkem who could not hold back her tears, questioned why death had to come knocking so soon thereby taking her dad and leaving her to care for her younger ones all alone.

Read her sad note below;

“Who will look after your children? Since 2004, you took up the role of a mother and father. You promised me that you would make sure I don't miss my mum. Now you are no more too. Can I play the role of a mother and father to my younger ones? Death where is thy sting? Dad you called me on my way to Oji-river, you would have waited for me to see you alive not your corpse. Edu have been crying since yesterday instead of celebrating the admission into the university. Your grand son Sean refused to sleep . Dad I am still holding my phone tight because I know you will call me and tell me you are still alive.”

Only President Jonathan Can Take Us to The Promiseland - Actress, Rosemary Ingbi-Ononiwu

President Goodluck Jonathan is truly reaping his investments from the Nollywood industry where he is currently the Grand Patron as a movie was currently released to acknowledge the tremendous work the President has done.

Nollywood actress and producer, Rosemary Ingbi-Ononiwu, in a bid to show her much affection for the current administration’s transformation of the country displayed her intellectual skills by putting together a movie depicting the works of the President in a movie titled, ‘Joshua of the State.’

The four-year movie production, which portrays Jonathan as the Biblical Joshua who was given the task of leading Israelites to the Promised Land is filled with interesting and captivating anecdotes.

Apart from the movie, ‘Joshua of the State’, she has also produced a 10-minute documentary, in a racy and compact format that holds the viewers attention and does not let go until the end-credits roll.

Yvonne Nelson Explains Why She Can’t Be John Dumelo’s Lover

There have been rumours that two Ghanaian movie stars, Yvonne Nelson and John Dumelo are in a hot romantic, but secret affair.

Even though John had tried to clear the air on the issue, rumourmongers continue to argue that the relationship between the two stars goes beyond what they claim.

Though John admitted having a soft spot for Yvonne's legs and her food, he claimed it does not go beyond a platonic friendship. He then disclosed that he stays in the same neighbourhood with Yvonne, which makes it very easy for him to go to his colleague’s home.

Yesterday, February 3, 2015, John celebrated his 31st birthday and Yvonne used the opportunity to clear the air on her relationship with John.

The actress stated that she cannot date John because it will not last more than one week.

"I'm waiting for the day you'll post your girlfriend's pic for the world to see so I can be free.....the arguments are out of this world. In our pics we look so perfect but we won't last a week in a romantic relationship.

“I'll investigate every txt n every call......and I know you'll do the same.....you are more than just a best friend. You are a brother. It's your special day....your birthday. May God richly bless you and guide you. Have a blast. Enjoy ...I'm sure after reading this, you'll call me and shout.....Happy Birthday," she wrote.

Real Reasons Why Ngozi Nwosu is Against PDP

Nollywood actress, Ngozi Nwosu may have decided to pitch her tent with Desmond Elliot All progressive Party (APC) compared to her colleagues who have been campaigning massively for the President Jonathan’s re-election bid.

The actress who was some years ago diagnose with kidney and heart-related issues where she needed N6million to travel abroad for surgery and had to be on a popular television show, ‘Who Wants to be a Millionaire show’ assisted by entertainment journalist, Seun Oloketuyi, and fellow thespian Lillian Amah in a bid to raise funds.

After much investigations on why she opted to campaign for the APC, it was observed that it was the actress little way of showing appreciation for the party as one of its own, Governor Raji fashola, came to her rescue while she was down.

So sad that she was not opportuned to get the favour other colleagues in the industry are getting from the Presidency which has made majority of them seek solace under the ruling party.

It would be recalled that the Gov. and some other people had decided to show how much they cared by helping to raise funds for the actress medical bills in the United Kingdom.

At the ongoing Lagos Governorship campaign of the APC at Surulere, Lagos, the actress called on fans and Nigerians that it was important that they vote for the party if they truly needed to get the much change they have been yearning for.

See Why Mercy Johnson Wants You To Vote For President Jonathan

Ahead of the forthcoming 2015 general elections in Nigeria, many celebrities have been pledging and drumming their supports for different candidates and as well as political parties.

Top Nollywood diva and one of Google’s most searched actress in Nigeria on the internet, Mercy Johnson Okojie has revealed where her loyalty dwells in the elections.

In a recent chat, the mother of two, who was recently accused by a top marketer of absconding with his money, pledged her support for President Goodluck Jonathan, citing several reasons for her decision, noting that she believes he should be given a chance to remain Nigeria’s president at the February 14, 2015 presidential elections.

“He deserves another chance. This is a president who has good intentions for the nation. He is by no means a perfect man but he means well and he has apparently learnt from his weaknesses in the last four years.

“We must continue to believe in this great nation of ours. Nigeria belongs to us. The president cannot do it alone. He needs our help and we should not let him down at a time like this when he needs our votes to get the job done,” she said.

Mama Purity, as she fondly called by close friends, reminded Nigerians that President Goodluck Jonathan launched the Public Works Women and Youth Empowerment Programme, an intervention programme designed to employ 370,000 youths with 30% of those jobs being reserved for women.

Mercy Johnson also urged Nigerians to cast aside their sentiments and make the right choice during the forthcoming elections.

Other Nollywood actors and stakeholders in the entertainment industry supporting President Jonathan and the PDP include: Ibinabo Fiberesima, Monalisa Chinda, Mike Ezuruonye, Segun Arinze, Patience Ozokwor, Toyin Aimakhu, Joseph Benjamin, Ejiro Okurame, Zeb Ejiro, Fidelis Duker, Ramsey Nouah, Omoni Oboli, Charles Novia, Lancelot Imasuen, Femi Ogedengbe, Zik Zulu Okafor, Kate Henshaw, Ini Edo, Emem Isong, Grace Amah, Osita Iheme a.k.a Paw Paw, Muma Gee, Chinedu Ikedieze a.k.a Aki, Rita Dominic, D’Banj, Omawumi, Obesere, Naeto C, Eedris Abdulkareem, Sani Danja, Onyeka Onwenu, Waje, I Go Dye, Gordons, Omobaba and Bovi.

Why I Did Not Attend My Brother, Aremu’s Wedding - Gabriel Afolayan

Nollywood actor cum singer, Gabriel Afolayan has disclosed that it is not a criterion that he must feature in Kunle Afolanyan movies all the time simply because they are brothers.

According to him in an interview with Tribune, they are both professionals and things needs to be done in a professional way adding that he prefers to be behind the lens to enable him learn more.

Gabriel defending the general assertion that things were not rosy between him and his actor brother, Aremu, which was why he did not attend his wedding, explained that was not in town as when he wedded.

“I was working at the time, I was off town; I wasn’t in Lagos. I was in Port Harcourt and I was just tied up. There is nothing more to it than that. He is my brother and we are good,” he said.

I Am Better Off Without EME - Skales

In a recent interview with Encomium Magazine, Skales spoke about life since he exited EME and why he chooses to do pop music now that he is off the label.

Why are you doing songs now and not rap?
I see myself as an artiste, and that means that I can do whatever kind of music I want. I can be a rapper, I can do pop music, I can do dancehall music or even soul music. Heading for a Grammy is rap, Mukulu, Take Care of me and Denge Pose is a fusion of rap and pop, Shake Body is pure afro pop. My new song, I am for Real is dancehall and Jekanmo is popular music. I am a musician, and my unique selling point is my ability to be versatile and do music that will make money for my mom, my management team, the label and myself without watering down the quality of my music.

Will you say Skales is better off after leaving EME?
Yes, but without going through EME, I doubt I would be here. I will say my time in EME was a learning process. You know the saying that without fire, you can’t get gold. That is how my stay in EME is for me. I am grateful for the period I was signed there, but Baseline is home now, and we are making this work.

If you were with them, do you think you would have gotten this far?
I don’t think so.

You Are Right If You Call Me a Sex Symbol - Flavour

In a recent interview with Vanguard, Flavour said if fans should call him a sex symbol, they are not lying.

Flavour said he’s always confident to show off his body on social media. The “Ada Ada” singer said;

“If I am not doing music, I love to work out and when I do that, I am confident enough to show my body on my social media accounts. If you call me a sex symbol, you are not lying. I feel it is a good thing for people to believe in themselves and be confident. I believe in hard work and it shows in my music and the way I walk out at the gym. I exercise a lot and take out time to keep fit and maintain my physique”

Awwww!!! See Photo Of Tonto Dikeh and Her Kids

Tonto Dikeh and her love for animals. The actress is often facing criticism for how she refers to her canine pets as her family.

The star actress and duchess of DKM Record said her dogs are now her new found love and family since her break up with her ex boyfriend, luxury designer Malivelihood whom is now dating Deola Smart, daughter of Senator Adeyemi Smart.

Alcohol is Not The Cause Of My Kidney Failure Neither Are My Wives - OJB Talks Health and Marriage

In a recent interview, popular music producer Babatunde Okungbowa better known as OJB opened up to Nigerian Tribune on his kidney failure and marriage.
 
Read excerpts from the interview below;

When asked if Alcohol is the cause of his Kidney failure, OJB said “It is bigger than alcohol. Take for example, I had stopped drinking eight years before the problem started. When they check you, your toxic result will come out and they will tell you what your problem is. Mine was zero in alcohol. What it had to do with was basically your diet pattern and your stress and rest pattern. It is either you get it from high blood pressure or you get it from diabetes.
Yes, you can say sometimes, alcohol could play a role because the end product of all the alcohol we were drinking was sugar. For me, mine was blood pressure-driven, because most of the time, I was working double more than I used to work. Of course, one is growing older and there is a limit to what the body can take. When you are sleeping four hours in a day, it will definitely take its toll on you. It may not happen immediately, it could happen five or six years later. That was my own case.”

On his kidney donor, the music producer said “My first wife was the donor; she gave me the kidney. It got to a time when there was no where else to turn to. I even heard that many people came out to be tested to know if they could donate their kidneys. That actually touched me.”

How he felt when his first wife said she would donate her kidney “Yes, I have more than one wife. I have three wives. The fact is that the three of them actually came out and they were all tested. It was not that I told them that they must come for the test; they did it voluntarily. I had made up my mind how I was going to go about the surgery. There are places where you have donor banks. I had said I was going to go for that but they shocked me when I heard they all wanted to donate their kidneys. In the last minute, they didn’t tell me what they were up to, I just noticed that they were always going to the hospital for one test or the other. I later got to know that the three of them were tested, so what happened was more of who would the donor be? The thing they were looking at was that, the third one just had an operation, so it was difficult to open her up again. The second one could have done it too but the first one felt since she is the first wife, she felt she should do it.”

On how he feels about her in his life, OJB said “That is for my heart. Not for the newspaper. You just mentioned my heart, so why do you want to know? Unless you would open my heart to see it yourself.”

On if his three wives could be the reason why he had kidney failure, the music producer replied saying “No, there was never a problem with that. Having three wives does not affect my life in any way. It was not like these women were staying together under one roof. When the stock exchange crashed in 2006 and 2007, it really affected my finances. You can imagine when you lost about forty million naira to the crash and you could only retrieve four million naira. That situation would definitely leave a devastating mark on your life. If you have what I had in stock now, that’s about three times what I lost to the stock. So, having three wives was not the problem I had. MKO Abiola had more than three wives, but he lived comfortably with them before he died.”

When you were growing up, did you actually see yourself having more than one wife? What exactly was the attraction?
“That’s what I can’t explain now, because when I was growing up, my plan was that I was not going to get married. I had figured it out that I was just going to have children one way and move on with my life. There are some women that are never going to get married in life. That does mean they would not have the best of their lives.”

Tayo Faniran Of BBA Hotshots Runner Up Acquires Brand New Range Rover SUV!

Nigeria’s Big Brother Africa Hotshots Runner Up, Tayo Faniran took to Instagram to share the good news writing: “I don buy Motor #Godwin”

Tayo who has been in the news since he came back from the reality show was recently made an ambassador of an online store alongside Toke makinwa.

Congrats to him!

Only Accident Can Make Me Cut My Dreadlocks - Ras Kimono

The human hair plays a significant role in a man’s life, which is why many people hold it in high esteem. This is also why some people pay a special attention to it and would do anything to give it a special treatment.

In Nigeria, some people who are born with dreadlocks are seen special beings. Nobody is allowed to touch their hair anyhow because some believe it serves a purpose.

Like in the Holy Bible, where it was narrated that Samson was a man with strong power and strength, but that he lost it when his hair was shaved off by a woman he fell in love with, Delilah.

For veteran Nigerian reggae music artiste, Ras Kimono, he cannot imagine cutting off his dreadlocks.
He said in an interview that the only thing that can make him do that is if he is involved in an accident and the doctors say he has to shave his hair, which he said is natural, not artificial.

"I can’t cut my hair for any reason. The only reason that can make me cut it is if I have an accident and doctors ask me to cut it. But since that hasn’t happened, then I can’t cut it," he told Daily Times in an interview.