BANKY W SCORES BIG WITH COCA COLA NIGERIA

...SIGNS A MULTI MILLION NAIRA DEAL

Bankole Wellington aka Banky W, the head honcho at EME Records has recently landed a deal with Coca Cola Nigeria. He is the face behind the new campaign ran by Coca Cola Nigeria. The promo started yeasterday and will run for the next 7o days where N1M will be won each day.

Simply text your State and code (under coca cola crown cork) to 33665 to stand a chance.



Congratulations to you Banky W as you add this to your previous deals, Etisalat and Samsung.

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HIGH DEFINITION FILM ACADEMY PRESENTS:

2 WEEKS TRAINING ON ACTING & FILM MAKING

From the producers of ''AWAY FROM HOME'', High Definition film Academy (HDFA) comes a 2 weeks training on ACTING & FILM MAKING tagged, SCRIPT 2 SCREEN.

DATE: 2ND - 17TH MARCH, 2012
VENUE: CACHEZ GARDEN, WUSE ZONE 5, ABUJA.

REGISTRATION: N2,000 (TUITION - N20,000)

WEEKEND CLASSES: FRIDAY - 3PM ; SAT - 10AM
For enquiries, Call: +234(0)803 576 5357, +234(0)818 641 3345  
Visit: http://www.hdfilmacademy.com/

CATEGORIES:
ACTING FOR SCREEN | CINEMATOGRAPHY | EDITING | COSTUMING | SOUND | MAKE - UP | MUSIC SCORE | DIRECTING FOR SCREEN | LIGHTING | SCREEN WRITING |

Sonorous crooner and dancer, Kefee, has diversified into hospitality business. The kind – hearted lady lady recently opened a restaurant on Ajose Street, Mende, Maryland. She calls it Branama Kitchen and they began services the same day she celebrated her birthday, some time early this month.

32 FINALISTS UNVEILED AT NKIRU SYLVANUS’ ‘’I’VE GOT TALENT’’

It was indeed a rigorous task which lasted for over two months after which, 32 finalist where unveiled at the début edition of I've Got Talent TV reality show.

Powered by Nollywood actress and Face of Hope ambassador, Nkiru Sylvanus , Senior Special Assistant to Imo State Governor, Rochas Okorocha said that the overall winner will be presented N7 million cash prize amongst other goodies.

The lucky finalist are:

Okoro Jackson, Obun maria Agbor, Isreal Josephine Iyabo, Odulusi Olusola Abimbola, Eke, Ukpa Ewa, 

Onyekachi Onyebuchi Bertha, Emmanuel Grace Mfon, Ajah Godwin Nwabueze, Aaron Olumeka, Okeke Chris Chinazor, Emmanuel Jeffrey, Benjamin Darlington, Jeremiah Emmanuel, Onwuka Iroha, Ezeanyim Sopuruchukwu, Lydia Mbang Usang and Abidemi Morenikeji Ademola. 

Other acts that made it to the list are:  Cosmos Ernest Emeka, Anushiem Elieen Chidinma, Pamela Mega, Bassey Josua, Gabrial Melody Chidiebere, Onyebuchi chidinma Blessing, Maduka Jane Ijeoma, Ezenabor Cynthia Adaobi, Taiwo Oladeji Olusola, Owan Edmund, Ugwu Promise Okey, Emeka Godwin Eze, Ibeama Zealvick and Justice Kalada.  

The talent hunt show will run on air for 60 days non –stop and feature special talents in respective fields such as: acting, singing, dancing, disk jockeying, fashion designing, Instrumentalists , fine/creative arts etc 

FUEL TANKER EXPLOSION ROCKS MILE 2 AREA OF LAGOS; 30 feared dead...

Tragedy struck in the early hours of Saturday, February 18, 2012 when a (33,000 litre capacity) Tanker full of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) which was coming from Cele – Ijesha and headed towards Mile 2 crashed into one of the loops along Mile 2 bridge resulting to a terrible fire outbreak.

It appeared the tanker’s (Reg. No. XB 370 ATN) brakes failed and the driver lost control and upon trying very hard to bring the truck to a halt, collided and caused mayhem in the area. It has been reported that well over 30 vehicles were burnt including some transport companies vehicles, and many lives lost.

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ITS LIFE IMPRISONMENT FOR ABDULMUTALLAB

 Farouk Abdulmutallab

 Underwear bomber, Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab, who tried to blow up an international flight on Christmas Day 2009, has been jailed for life without parole.
Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2102254/Underwear-bomber-Umar-Farouk-Abdulmutallab-sentenced-life-prison.html#ixzz1mgYuNm00  

LOLO 1 OF WAZOBIA FM EXPECTS CHILD NO 4

Omotunde Adebowale (LOLO 1)

Lively radio presenter, Omotunde Adebowale, aka Lolo 1 of Wazobia FM, is heavily pregnant. And any moment from now, the Law graduate of Lagos State University,  who is already a mother of three, will be ‘offloading’, to bring the number to four.  She is constantly being prayed for, for safe delivery by family members, teeming fans and her loving husband.  Expect the good news from us whenever this happens.

LARRY IZAMOJE AND BRILA FMs 10TH ANNIVERSARY

LARRY IZAMOJE TURNS 50

LARRY IZAMOJE 

All roads will lead to the banquet hall of federal Palace Hotel (on Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island, Lagos) on Saturday, February 25, 2012. And the reason is this: astute businessman and chairman of Brila FM, Larry Izamoje, will be joining the golden club.

BRILA IS 10

Not only that, he will also be marking the tenth anniversary of Brila Broadcasting Services as well as his doctorate .

As we write this, different committees have been set up to ensure that the three – in – one event turns out a huge success. 

D DON FORMALIZES UNION WITH ELFREIDER

Don Okeremute Iruvwe, aka De Don

Comedian and radio presenter, Don Okeremute Iruvwe, aka De Don, has been hooked. The gifted rib cracker was ‘swept off his feet’ by Elfreider Rukevwe Obiebi – and together, they have agreed to formalize their union tomorrow being Saturday, February 18, 2012.

The church service will be at St. Martins Catholic Church, Gana, Sapele, Delta state and the reception, Sapele athletic Club.

FOLORUNSHO ALAKIJA ON CNN AFRICAN VOICES- TALKS ABOUT HER NEW BOOK AND MORE

DE-CONSTRUCTING FOLORUNSHO ALAKIJA- THE LADY OF MANY PARTS:

The delight-some lady behind such brands like Supreme Stitches, Rose of Sharon and Executive Director at FAMFA Oil, an indigenous Nigerian oil and gas exploration and production company, which is owned by her family was on CNN African Voices few days ago. 

She was interviewed by the crew of African Voices at her beautiful apartment located at Knightsbridge in the UK.

The eponymously named Knightsbridge is the district where some of the super-duper rich of London resides, it comprises of the south of Hyde Park, the east of South Kensington and West of Sloane Street. It is known to be an ultra-expensive residential area. 

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GOVERNOR ROCHAS OKOROCHA ON...FREE EDUCATION IN IMO STATE

The Executive Governor of Imo State, Owele Rochas Okorocha has before now declared free Education in Primary and Secondary school and now, Tertiary.

Also, Imo State students by Origin, according to the Governor will be entitled to the sum of N100, 000.00 per annum as scholarship. Polytechnics; OND and HND, N60, 000.00 and N80, 000.00 respectively. While, primary school students will get N25, 000.00 per annum.

Long live, Rochas Owelle Okorocha, long live Imo state, long live Nigeria.

FINALLY, 2FACE PROPOSES TO ANNIE MACULAY

2FACE HAS PROPOSED TO ANNIE MACAULAY, AT LONG LAST!

The proposal took place at Club 10, in Lagos during an outing.
We learnt Ms Macauley’s close friends were in on the plan, but the actress,  completely in the dark was extremely overwhelmed by the gesture.
 Little surprise she broke into tears of joy when 2face proposed.

On Twitter and BlackBerry Messenger, friends have been congratulating the pair.
Its indeed about time.

The photo above was taken some few minutes, immediately after the act.

Congratulations to 2face Innocent idibia and Annie Macaulay.

KIM KARDASHIAN GOES NATURAL FOR ALLURE

KIM K ON MARCH EDITION OF ALLURE

'' I am excited to reveal my cover for Allure Magazine’s March issue! The issue is out now to download for your iPad or Kindle and hits newsstands on Feb 21'' the screen goddess twitted on 11:25 PM - 14 Feb 12

Check out Allure’s slideshow of behind the scenes pics on the magazine’s website. 

TONY PAYNE CREATES PUBLICITY PLATFORM FOR 9ICE

Online business is now booming, with more and more people buying into the idea. One of those who have seized the opportunity is Toni Payne, who few weeks ago launched her online radio. The online radio which is the first of its kind offers 24 hour music, especially that of Nigerian artistes.

One of those who is mostly favored by Toni Payne’s new idea is her estranged hubby, Abolore Akande, better known and addressed as 9ice. As at our last check, the online music channel dedicates more time to airing songs from 9ice’s current twin albums, Bashoorun Gaa and Versus, which indeed is a plus to his troubled career.

On the other hand, the couple’s reconciliatory move has begun to gain rounds of applause from their fans within and outside the showbiz industry. For those who have the opportunity to be online, you can log on to : http://tonipayneng.com/radio.html

D’ LECTURA COMES AGAIN WITH LAUGH OUT LOUD!

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Likable comedian, Emmanuel Adigwe, D’Lectura, is making another intelligent move in the comedy industry. The Banking and Finance graduate  of Auchi Polytechnic, Edo State, whose decision to veer into comedy was like a dream come through, is once again pulling heavy weights in the comedy industry to Akute, a border town between Lagos and Ogun. 

LAFF OUT LOUD

Speaking with ON POINT! on the show tagged “Laugh Out Loud with D’Lectura and Friends”, the upwardly mobile young man revealed that though Akute is a small town, residents of the area need not travel as far as the Island to catch fun. That, according to him was the idea behind “Laugh Out Loud” (LOL).

D’ Lectura is widely known as the organizer of another popular comedy show in that area tagged, Lafta 101.

Meanwhile, “Laugh Out Loud” will parade other comedians like, SEYI LAW, MR PATRICK, FUNNYBONE, AKPORORO, GUV'NOR(ABUJA BASED COMEDIAN), EBOH BOMB, CRAZYLEGS. Music acts on the bill are,  K - CHOICE, LAMBOGHINI and ''AM IN LOVE'' crooner, HARRISONG will be at hand to supply quality music. The for only a hundred executive guests.

Meanwhile this year’s edition of the show is billed for Sunday February 26, at Roseview Court, along Alagbole Akute road, Akute Ogun state. Tickets goes for N2,000 (Single) and N3,000 (Couple).

The Show is proudly supported by Roseview Court.

ADELE WON ALL SIX CATEGORIES SHE WAS NOMINATED...

ADELE, ADELE, ADELE...

ADELE WITH HER SIX GRAMMY AWARDS

Delectable songstress, Adele was nominated under six categories at the just concluded 54th Grammy award held at the staples center, LA. She ended up grabbing all the six awards.
The awards include...Album of the Year: 21, Adele

Record of the Year: ''Rolling in the Deep,'' Adele


Song of the Year: "Rolling in the Deep," Adele Adkins and Paul Epworth, songwriters...

OMAWUNMI MAGBELE DROPS NEW SINGLE

Nigerian pop singer, Omawumi Megbele has just released a new single, ‘Bottom Belle’ ...

Bottom Belle, a fusion of highlife with an irresistible beat is inspired by the popular 70’s bell-bottom trousers.

It her own witty way of telling the story of an opinionated young Nigerian woman who's primary priority is, enjoy the good thungs of life.

The joint featured Nigeria's hottest cross over musician Flavour Nabania.

This is a song to watch out for!!!

NTESHIFT COLISEUM™ PLANS LOVERS' GROOVE AT VALENTINE

In what has become an annual ritual, Africa’s biggest celebrity hangout, The Niteshift Coliseum, will on Tuesday, February 14, 2012, treat lovers to an unforgettable all-night experience.
The Valentine Show, billed for The Arena, will see the hangout’s in-house band, The Shifters, thrilling lovers, guests and patrons to spectacular sounds and groovy music. Prizes will also be won. Slated to begin at 10 p.m., the fun-filled night will be full of razzmatazz, colour, dash and more. And like Mr. Ken Calebs Olumese, the Guv’nor of The Niteshift Coliseum said: “Every February 14, for so many years now, has always been memorable at the club, and this one is not going to be an exception. In fact, if you ask me, I want to say that this one is going to be better than the previous ones. Fun will be unlimited and the experience will remain unforgettable to all those that will be there. So, we expect patrons, friends and guests to storm Niteshift Coliseum this Val with their loved ones and groove with us in an atmosphere of love and sharing.”

NYSC TO STOP POSTING OF CORPERS TO URBAN AREAS

ONLY VILLAGES...Alhaji Bolaji Abdullai

 The Minister of Youth Development, Alhaji Bolaji Abdullai, said yesterday that from next year, 2013, the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) will start posting corps members to rural areas ONLY, with no provision for redeployment. Corpers will no longer be posted to banks and pre-arranged places; only farms, schools, hospitals in the villages, and etc.

BEAT 99.9 Fm & NAIJA Fm 102.7 EXPANDS...

LAUNCHES BRAND NEWS STATIONS IN IBADAN

 

The Beat 99.9 Fm & Naija Fm 102.7 are set to launch brand new stations in West Africa’s largest city, IBADAN.
As such, are looking for talented radio on-air personalities, male & female with good voices, great personalities and a passion for radio.
Interested, send your CV to audition@thebeat99.com for Beat Fm and audition@naija102.com for Naija Fm or, drop you CV at:  26 Keffi Street, Ikoyi.

You could be the next big Nigerian radio on-air personality.
  

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AS JIDE ADENUGA CLOCK 30

Jide Adenuga-the handsome first son of Forbes rated Billionaire-Otunba Mike Adenuga- the Chairman of Glo is 30! today, Wednesday, February 1, 2012. We heard that there might be an exclusive party for very close friends and family members by weekend, though information about the planned party has being kept hush-hush.

Jide Adenuga,unlike the younger siblings is not working for the dad.

He owns a company- 3 Inclusive Ltd, that is into the importation of South African wines-the Solm Astor range . The very well-mannered young guy is one of the most eligible bachelors in town.

Congratulations Jide as you mark your 30th birthday today.

ALL SET FOR JULIUS AGWU'S FESTIVL OF LOVE

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12 @MUSON CENTER. 5PM

...come lets' unite in love!!!

Trendy lovers will have the fun of their lives as the Apostle of love in Comedy, Julius D’genius Agwu jets set for this year's edition of “FESTIVAL OF LOVE”. The event promises to be a classic romantic evening for love birds and is scheduled to take place on Sunday, February 12, 2012 at the popular Muson Center by 5pm.

African Queen crooner, Tuface Idibia, Eldee D-don, w4, the new sensational singer J’odie as well as DJ Jimmy Jatt will trill the audience with different love tunes. Also, comedians of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in the likes of Osama, lepacious Bose, Acapella, Akpokoro…will join Julius Agwu to mesmerize the audience with rib cracking jokes.

Pass: Single – 6k

          Couple – 10k

          Table – 300k

For further enquiries, call: 08033188985

…come lets unite in LOVE

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