Popular opinion wasn’t enough to save Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana, the designers behind the highly lucrative fashion label Dolce & Gabbana. Despite pleas on social media and protests from fans, an Italian appeals court has upheld the decision reached last year in a lower court which found the pair guilty of tax evasion.
Read more"I met Amaka Igwe in 1989, when as an undergraduate and the National President of the Nigerian Universities Theatre Arts Students Association, (NUTASA) I travelled from my school, University of Port Harcourt in Rivers State to University of Nigeria Nsukka, Enugu State to check their level of preparation for the Nigerian Universities Theatre Arts Festival, w…
Read moreSulaiman Mojeed-Sanni, a pregnant road sweeper working with the Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has been crushed to death. The deceased identified as Mrs. Kikelomo Bamidele was crushed at Ojota, Lagos, by a petrol tanker with registration number Kano NSR 592 YQ.
Read moreThe event was a showstopper designed for young consumers to create unique Absolut signature cocktails at the beach, sparked up with excitements and unlimited possibilities with the array of unique mixers made available at the popular Elegushi beach in Lagos. Nearly 3,000 people had transformed over the weekend, embracing a world full of creativity and self-express…
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Read moreThe former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar earlier revealed that his wife, Titi and daughter Maryam will join the women at 'BringBackOurGirls' mrch in Abuja. He stated, "As a father, I share the outrage of Nigeria's mothers - Titi and my daughter Maryam will be at the 'Bring BackOurGirls' march today in Abuja." More photos…
Read more"My attention has been drawn to one magazine interview quoting me that the purported P-Square break-up tale was a ‘publicity stunt.’ It was indeed a misconception on the part of the writer. I never said the rumour was a ‘publicity stunt.’
Read moreDeputy Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Mr. Basil Ganagana has landed in the hot trap of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). The anti-fraud unit slammed him with 10 counts of allegedly defrauding the state government. Mr. Ganagana, who was charged along with his wife, Joan Ganagana and his brother, Thaddeu…
Read moreNollywood actress Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde who was named one of Time Magazine‘s Most Influential People in the World in 2013, was present at the TIME 100 Gala night on Tuesday April 29, 2014 at Jazz, Lincoln Center, New York City. Also spotted at the event were Nigeria’s Finance Minister Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala and Nigerian business mogul Aliko Dangote. Both were listed…
Read moreA man set himself on fire and grabbed hold of a politician during the live recording of a television news debate in a local district, thereby creating chaos in India's northern state of Uttar Pradesh. The politician was also severely burned during the incident. While the assailant died due to the injuries he sustained, the victim has been hospitalized and re…
Read moreInformation available indicates that RnB star, Banky W has also joined other Nigerian artistes representing MTN Nigeria as brand ambassadors. The Pop singer is part of the new set of musicians who will be unveiled by the Telecoms giant tonight at an exclusive event holding in Lagos. Other newly signed ambassadors include Sound Sultan, Dr SID, Timaya, Harrysong a…
Read moreIt's no longer news that the duo of Peter and Paul Okoye, Psquare had a serious misunderstanding that almost led to breaking up the empire they painstakingly built. Infact, they concluded plans to go separate ways after 10years of working together as musical duo. Peter had agreed to go solo, while his half brother Paul decided to work with their elder brot…
Read morePresident Goodluck Jonathan's 2015 presidential rally is also going-on in Abuja, alongside the Borno women who are protesting for the rescue of their daughters. The People's Democratic Party (PDP) members engaging in the rally are converging at the Unity Fountain, the same place the women who are protesting for the rescue of their daughters abducted by Bok…
Read moreFinally, women from Borno state, who lost their children when Boko Haram sect abducted 234 schoolgirls in Borno have kicked-off a peaceful protest today in Abuja. They are not alone, as other concerned Nigerian women are supporting them in the 'Bring Back Our Girls' protest in Abuja. More photos:
Read moreFollowing the demise of Nollywood’s Amazon, Amaka Igwe, various movie practitioners have expressed their deep sadness, pointing out that she left a vacuum that will not be filled in a hurry. However, film director/producer, Charles Novia has disclosed that Amaka Igwe is not dead afterall, and that tears shed for her are futile because she lives. Read his ful…
Read moreThe State of Osun under Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola has launched a smart card which carries the data base of all civil servants in the state and will also serve as credit card, debit card and staff identification. The card has embedded in it the profiles of all government workers in the state. The card is tagged ‘’ I AM ALIVE’’. At the launch on Tuesday, April 29, 20…
Read morePresident Jonathan has cancelled the FEC meeting of 30th April, following the death of the younger brother of the VP, Capt. Yusuf Sambo. In a statement signed by Sam Nwaobasi, Special Assistant (Media) to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Anyim Pius Anyim, the cancellation is to enable Council members attend the three day prayer for the late Cap…
Read moreTwo Skye Bank staff, including four other persons have been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, over allegation of fraudulent transfer of a total of N5.5million from an account in Skye Bank. The suspects are, Ademola Okunlola, Tajudeen Oluwanisola, Kolawole Adams, Temitope Pedro, Bayo Olowoyo, and Otunba Biodun Adebanjo, were picked…
Read moreIt has been revealed that in 2013 Mr. Ahmed Gulak was listed among a growing list of Nigerian business and political elites, who ran or still run secret offshore companies and accounts where they either hide their wealth to evade taxes, launder money or commit fraud.
Read moreFormer Chairman, Federal Public Complaints Commission in Ogun State, Otunba Olufunminiyi Adekunle Osibogun is dead. He died on Sunday. He was aged 93. The deceased until his death was the 1st Vice Chairman of the Council of Otunbas in Ijebuland.
Read moreNollywood actor Alex Ekubo posted a photo of his ECOWAS travel certificate, where he revealed he was born in 1986, which makes him 28. Alex hhe also stated, ad to disclose his real age, to reply rumour mongers who said he is above the age he claims. "What oh! Abeg make una no vex all of you surprise that i'm 28, did y all think i was an Old Corn?!!"…
Read moreBarely a week after he was ranked among the 100 most influential personalities in the world by the renowned Time magazine, leading business broadcast organization, CNBC has ranked the foremost entrepreneur and Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote as one of the 25 people which have had most profound impact on business and finance worldwide. Forbes had earlier name…
Read morePolygamy law, which allows men to marry as many women as they want, has been signed into law in Kenya by President Uhuru Kenyatta despite opposition from women’s groups. The new development in the country was confirmed through a statement by the presidency, which says "it consolidates various laws relating to marriage".
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Read morePresident Goodluck Jonathan has terminated the appointment of his Special Adviser(Political), Alhaji Ahmed A. Gulak with immediate effect. Details later…
Read moreThe Chief Executive Officer (CEO), African Movie Academy Awards, (AMAA), Peace Anyiam-Osigwe is filled with sadness, as she mourns the death of ace female producer, Amaka Igwe. She is not the only person feeling the bitterness associated with this loss, as the president of Association of Nollywood Core Producer (ANCOP)/Vice President, International Federation of…
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Read moreResidents in Iponri Estate, are protesting in Surulere, Lagos over lack of electricity supply and outrageous PHCN bills. According to them, PHCN should supply their already paid pre-paid meters to them and stop bringing bills which were not used.
Read moreThe protesting Polytechnic lecturers first gathered at the Eagle Square early this morning to protest non implementation of the agreement made by the both Academic Staff Union of Polytechnic (ASUP) and the Federal Government and later marched down to the Ministry of Education where Minister of Labour Emeka Wogu addressed the protesters and promised that thei…
Read moreThe entire Nigerian film industry, Nollywood has been thrown into mourning since early hours of Tuesday April 29, when the news of veteran filmmaker, Amaka Igwe’s death hit everyone like a storm. Few movie practitioners have been able to put their thoughts in words. Top producer, Don Pedro Obaseki has written brief elegy about Amaka, while top actress Genevieve Nn…
Read moreInformation circulating indicates that every attempt to rescue the school girls kidnapped in Borno by Boko Haram militants might be foiled, after reports emerged that the children have been taken to other countries. An elder from Chibok, where the girls were taken, is said to have stated that most of the girls had been married off to the militants at a bride price…
Read moreAn abandoned newborn baby, dumped by her mother at birth has lost her life after two hospitals rejected her as a result of lack of hospital bed space. The baby was found inside a carton around Great Aduke School, Victory Estate in Iba area of Lagos state. She was then taken to two hospitals, who rejected her due to a lack of bed space, by the time she was admitted…
Read moreInformation reaching Julia Blaise Blog (JBB) has it that Nollywood veteran producer, Amaka Igwe died this morning. Amaka Igwe was among the few filmmaker, who kick-started movie industry and managed to remain afloat. She was the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) BOBtv, and she celebrated her 21st wedding anniversary last week. The Fuji House of Commotion Producer die…
Read moreFew Nollywood actresses started 2014 in a very big note, by endorsing few brands and pocketing millions of naira. Julia Blaise Blog (JBB) presents the list of five actresses, who smiled to the banks with their endorsement fees. Continue:
Read moreActress Ini Edo-Ehiagwina turned 32 on Wednesday April 23, 2014. The producer of I'll Take My Chances, who did not prepare for a big party got surprise bash from her husband, Philip Ehiagwina and few friends. See more photos after the cut...
Read moreOn Monday April 28, the House of Representatives stated, that a Federal High Court order is delaying the investigation of the alleged N10 billion spent on chartered aircrafts by Nigeria’s Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke. On March 27, the House ordered the Public Accounts Committee to investigate the Minister’s alleged use of state funds …
Read moreThe suspense at the Dream Studios, Ikeja, Lagos was intense when Nigerian Idol host, Ill Rhymz, called out the names of contestants voted by the public to advance to the next stage of the Etisalat-sponsored reality show last Saturday. The competition now in its fourth season witnessed a surge in emotions especially by the Judges when Antwon, Nex2 and Obed were di…
Read moreThe management of Pride Magazine Nigeria, an affiliate of Pride Uk has announced that the celebrity journal has been appointed the official Magazine for the 10th Anniversary of the Africa Movie Academy Awards. AMAA is founded on the best film tradition with the main objective of promoting African filmmakers and other professionals in the industry and their works…
Read moreNigerian women are set to mount a massive protest for the release of the 234 girls abducted by Book Haram insurgents on April 15. An all-red -attired women will march on Abuja on Wednesday to press for the release of the girls kidnapped from their hostel at the Government Secondary School, Chibok. Prof. Hauwa Abdu Biu hinted yesterday of the planned protest in Mai…
Read moreNollywood actress Angela Okorie was arrested and detained for a day in South Africa last weekend for allegedly stealing $3,200 from a friend's home. Reacting to the story, Angela says it was all blackmail from a friend/fan named Prosper, whose sexual advance she turned down and whose stock in trade is to extort money from Nigerians who go to South Africa for p…
Read moreJulia Blaise Blog (JBB) has exclusively gathered that Nollywood's veteran actor/producer, Steve Eboh, popularly known as Ajebo and his wife have welcomed a baby boy. She gave birth on April 5 in London, both mother and child are still in UK doing very well. Mr. Eboh, a onetime AGN presidential aspirant and wife already have a baby girl.
Read moreActress Chika Ike disclosed that she was able to workout for two hours because her endorsed product, Bullet Sugar free Energy Drink performed a magic on her.
Read moreA judge in Egypt has sentenced 683 people - including Muslim Brotherhood leader Mohammed Badie, to death in a mass trial. Mr Badie and the 682 other supporters of ousted President Mohammed Morsi faced charges relating to an attack on a police station last year. The same court also reversed 492 death sentences out of 529 it passed in March, commuting most of the de…
Read moreGovernor Theodore Orji of Abia state has inaugurated Abia Eye Center in Umuahia recently. According to the governor, the Eyey Center is another significant addition to many health-care legacy projects spread across our State, which include 701 Primary Health Centers spread across our political wards, diagnostic centers at Umuahia and Aba, a Chest Clinic at Umuah…
Read moreGbuchenge Augustine, a mobile policeman with Force number 400823 in Lagos, is on the run following a foiled attempt to allegedly use an eight-year old girl for ritual. The girl identified as Amarachi, was found under his bed in his one-room apartment at Olufowobi Street, Ikosi Ketu with her mouth gagged and legs and hands tied. When she was eventually rescued by…
Read moreDivisional Police Officer (DPO) in charge of Owerri North, Mr Tawon and others have been accused of gruesome murder of Peter Ogbonna, who was allegedly the bread winner of his family. The family alleged that the DPO led six other policemen, Inspector Dawodu Korie and Supol Henry with the assistance of Mr. Philip Akuta and Damian Akuta amongst others at large, to b…
Read moreThe boss of Mavin Records, Don Jazzy is still in Dubai, and he is enjoying every bit of the environment with his crew, newly wedded couple, Tiwa Savage and Teebillz alongside few friends. Continue to see photos...
Read moreNollywood's actress, Stella Damasus and her BFF, Daniel Ademinokan are painting the streets of New York red with their new movie entitled, Delta Pikin. Stella is playing the lead role, while Daniel is the director and he is working with Jimmy Negro. It is no longer news that Stella, Daniel and their kids are now based in US. Continue to see photos...
Read moreOn Saturday night, Shuga TV series actor Emmanuel Ikubese, was night crowned Mr Nigeria 2014 at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Victoria Island, Lagos. Ikubese, got a modelling contract, N1 million prize money and the opportunity to represent Nigeria at the “Mr World” contest in the Netherlands later this year.
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