Headies 2013: Photos + Full list of winners

Nigeria’s most premium awards show, The Headies, held last night, Thursday, December 26, 2013 at the Oriental Hotel in Victoria Island, Lagos. Hosted by the suave hip-hop artiste, Dr Sid & delectable songstress, Tiwa Savage, this year’s nomination had the tightest competition with a selection of some of the hottest names in the Nigerian music scene.

Olamide emerged the biggest winner of the night with three awards. Fast rising Afro pop artiste, Sean Tizzle also won the Next rated awards and a Hyundai Tucson SUV. Davido also bagged the Hip Hop World Revelation of the year award and Best R&B/Pop Album.

The Hall of Fame award went to legendary Fuji musician, King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal who later closed the show with a five-star performance. See photos and full list of winners after the cut...

Actor Odunlade Adekola goes back to school

Former Glo ambassador and one of Yoruba film leading actors, Odunlade Adekola has gone back to school to acquire a degree. The actor is currently a 100 level student at the University of Lagos.

A source close to the actor said his decision to go back to school is as a result of many opportunities that he has lost over the years due to his lack of a university degree.

Diddy poses with his six children for family Christmas card

No baby mamas allowed in Diddy's family Christmas card. The multi millionaire music mogul has 5 children with three different women, 20 year old Justin, 15 year old Christian, 7 year old twins D’Lila and Jessie, and 7 year old Chance. He is also the informal stepfather to ex girlfriend, Kim Porter's son, Quincy.

Chimamanda Adichie's book is No.1 in BBC's Top 10 Books of 2013

In their LIST of Best of 2013: The top 10 books, BBC Culture placed Chimamanda Adichie's book, Americanah at No.1 beating best sellers like Mary Coin by Marisa Silver, The Flamethrowers by Rachel Kushner, The Good Nurse by Charles Graeber, This woman is such an inspiration.

Obasanjo blasts Vanguard over daughter's open letter

Former president Olusegun Obasanjo has reacted in very strong terms over the 11-page letter purportedly written by his daughter Iyabo Obasanjo and exclusively published by Vanguard yesterday where he was described as a liar, manipulator and a woman beater.

A call was put through to the former president yesterday by the editors of Vanguard to hear his side of the allegations leveled against him by his daughter and the conversation went thus:

Vanguard: Sir, we tried reaching you all through yesterday, to no avail, over the letter written by your daughter, Iyabo, to you.

Chief Obasanjo: You are a bloody idiot, you have published the paper and you are now looking for me, you are an idiot, don’t call me again. When Iyabo finishes you in court…. (hangs up).

Meanwhile it seems Iyabo Obasanjo really wrote that letter. Continue...

Commercial Bus Drivers and Conductors to wear Uniform next year

The Lagos state Commissioner for Transportation, Comrade Kayode Opeifa while speaking at a stakeholders meeting in Lagos yesterday revealed that come 2014 the Lagos state government would be introducing the use of uniforms and badges for commercial bus drivers and conductors. He said the move is geared towards proper identification & effective management of the public transportation sector.

Beyonce reaches platinum status, 1million copies of new album sold in 6 days

Without any promos or in store sales, Beyonce has sold 1 million copies of her new album worldwide on iTunes. Queen Bey reached platinum status in just six days, with over 600k copies of the album sold in the US alone. The album officially hits stores today December 20th.

Beyonce explains why she sampled Chimamanda Adichie's work

Beyonce has explained why she sampled the work of award winning author Chimamanda Adichie in a track in her new album. Beyonce put a portion of Chimamanda's speech about feminism and roles women play in the society in the song, Flawless.

Cristiano Ronaldo's cute son joins him as he unveils new museum

Footballer Cristiano Ronaldo’s 3 year-old son, Cristiano Junior, helped his father unveil the museum plaque dedicated to him in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, on Sunday Dec. 15th. That's a cute lil' man.

The museum will display 150 of Cristiano's trophies and awards, waxworks, jerseys and everything concerning his football career. See more photos after the cut...

Photos: Actress Mercy Aigbe weds husband at Ikoyi Registry

Before you get confused, Mercy Aigbe married Lanre Gentry in a traditional wedding a few years ago and they have a 3 year old son. But they decided to make it legal by having a court wedding. It held yesterday at the Ikoyi Registry in Lagos. Big congrats to them. More photos after the cut...

First official picture of mummy Waje and her beautiful daughter

 

Her name is Emerald and she's 14 years old.

Kim K shares adorable up close pic of North West...

 

She's so cute...!

ASUU finally calls off strike

 

The news filtered in yesterday but it wasn't confirmed. It's now been confirmed. After more than five months, the Academic Staff Union of Nigerian Universities (ASUU) has officially called off its strike action starting from today December17th. They announced their decision at a press conference today

The strike was called off after a meeting in Minna, Niger State yesterday, days after ASUU signed a new agreement with the Federal Government. They have ordered lecturers to resume immediately. Congratulations, students!

Brazil 2014: FIFA World Cup Finals Draw

The 2014 FIFA World Cup draw took place in Brazil today and Nigeria will play against Argentina, Iran and Bosnia-something...lol. Nigeria's opening game will be against Iran and even though Bosnia looks like it will be an easy game for us, the country is ranked higher than Nigeria in the world. They are ranked 21st, while Nigeria is ranked 36th, but I'm sure we'll qualify alongside Messi's Argentina.

Exclusive: Omotola Jalade Ekeinde's husband creates Tourist Center

The pilot husband of Nollywood actress, Omotola Jolade-Ekeinde, Captain Mathew Ekeinde recently opened an entertainment and tourist center in Badagry called “Aquatic Jungle Entertainment”. The center has planes as part of its tourist and entertainment attractions.

The center has facilities for recreation and entertainment ranging from modern zoo, indoor and outdoor aquarium, and a 5 star hotel that gives room for boat ride. The center has two airplanes and is expecting five more before the end of next year.

"Most times when our children visit airports, they only stand by the aircraft to take photographs but here, we give them the chance to go inside the aircraft to experience how an aircraft takes off and lands. It’s going to be a center for entertainment and learning” Captain Ekeinde said

He also said the center offers one of the best services, promising that Nigerians will have value for their money, “If you can afford to travel to TINAPA, Ghana, Dubai and other western world, nowhere is too far for you to relax. Moreover we offer services better than some of these places” he added

2014 Grammy Awards nominations revealed: See the full list

Yesterday Friday December 6th, the Recording Academy revealed the full list of nominees for the 2014 Grammy Awards, which will take place January 26th 2014. The full list below...

Pres. Jonathan declares 3days national mourning for Nelson Mandela

2face and Tiwa Savage to perform at Exquisite Face of the Universe

First Royal Events, the organisers of Exquisite Face Of The Universe beauty pageant has announced that 2face Idibia and Tiwa Savage will be performing at the Exquisite Face Of The Universe finals holding on Saturday December 19 2013. The biggest African beauty pageant event, being staged in Nigeria for the first time will take place at the prestigious Eko Hotel & Suites by 6pm.

2face and Tiwa will join other performers at the Exquisite Face Of The Universe finale to serenade guests and contestants with some of their latest hit singles. 2Face Idibia, who is no stranger to beauty pageants, will be joined on stage by some of the beauty queens vying for the top prize. Continue...

Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde honoured in Ondo State [PICTURES]

The beautiful actress and mother of four was honoured with an Award of Excellence by the government of Ondo State where she hails from © 2013 Nigeriafilms.com

He's my Baby Daddy - Tiwa

Tiwa Savage has this to say about her husband “He is my soul mate, my brother, my business partner, my baby DADDY and my lover…when you see him, you think he is this tough guy who always means business, but he has a sweet heart and is very playful.”

Home Rest for Madiba ( Nelson Mandela)

South African Government has announced the death of Nelson Mandela. South African president Jacob Zuma announced that the former president and anti-apartheid revolutionary passed away peacefully in the company of his family in his home in Johannesburg around 8:50 this evening Dec. 5th. He was 95 years old.

His death marks the final chapter in a life that changed South Africa forever. What an Icon! May his soul rest in peace, amen.

President Jacob Zuma said flags will be flown at half-mast across South Africa immediately with a state burial to follow. The UK government have also announced that flags will be flown at half-mast in the UK. Rest in peace, Madiba!