Beyonce and Blue Ivy seen wearing matching Adidas x Ivy Park Jumpsuit go shopping at Mood Fabrics in NYC (Photos/video)

Beyonce and Blue Ivy stepped out on Thursday, February 6, in matching gear from Beyonce's Adidas x Ivy Park activewear collection.

The mother and daughter were seen fabric shopping at Mood Fabrics in New York City.

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Niecy Nash Opens Up About Her Divorce

 The “Claws” actress explains why she and her husband of 8 years, Jay Tucker, divorced and how she broke a generational curse to find happiness.

Niecy Nash was honored with the Vanguard Award at Essence’s 13th annual Black Women in Hollywood luncheon ahead of the 92nd Academy Awards held at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel to celebrate black women have contributed to Hollywood.

The “Claws” actress delivered an emotional acceptance speech where she opened up about why she and her husband of 8 years, Jay Tucker ended.

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Janelle Monae Give Electrifying Oscars Opening Performance

Janelle Monae was the opening act of the 2020 Academy Awards. Featuring all black backup dancers dressed in tribute to films, she saluted women directors, women-led films (like Midsommar) and black-led films (like Us) and other amazing movies She said proudly during the performance, “I'm proud to stand here as a black queer woman. Happy Black History Month!” 

Janelle Monae tonight “It's time to come alive because the #Oscars is so white” and “I'm so proud to be standing here as a Black queer artist telling stories. Happy Black History Month !”

AND ALL THIS WITH ONLY BLACK DANCERS OMG WE STAN SO HARD
HAPPY BLACK HISTORY MONTH pic.twitter.com/cN7o9jWTsC
— OSCAR WINNER TAIKA WAITITI (@mischiefseries) February 10, 2020.

 

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'Parasite' makes history with Best Picture win at 2020 Oscars

Parasite shocked as it earned Best Picture while Renee Zellweger, Joaquin Phoenix, Laura Dern and Brad Pitt completed their award season sweep at the Oscars on Sunday night.

The Bong Joon-ho directed film became the first ever South Korean film to be nominated for and win Best Picture at Academy Awards as it beat out favorite 1917 in the finale category announced at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.

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Leonardo DiCaprio officially confirms he's dating Camilla Morrone as they make Oscars appearance together

Leonardo DiCapriowent public with his girlfriend at last night's Oscars.

The star, who was nominated for the Best Actor award for Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, was seen sitting with Camilla Morrone in the audience.

The couple, who have been dating since 2017, didn't walk the red carpet together but had met up again when it was time to take their seats.

Leo, 45, is a whole 23 years older than his 22-year-old girlfriend, who is a model and an actress.

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Couple emerge first Nigerians to finish marathon race

Emmanuel Gyang and his wife, Deborah Pam, have emerged as the first Nigerians to complete the 42km race at the 2020 Lagos City Marathon.

The Punch reports that Gyang, who was the fist male Nigerian, finished 33rd overall with a time of 2:25.30secs.

Pam was the first female Nigerian to get to finish in her category, finishing 14th overall with a time of 2:45.17secs.

The couple had exactly three weeks after their wedding emerged the first Nigerian finishers in their respective categories at the seventh edition of the Okpekpe 10km International Road Race.

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Phillip Schofield's daughter breaks her silence after TV presenter comes out as gay

Phillip Schofield 's daughter Molly, 27, has broken her silence after her father came out as gay yesterday.

Phillip, 57, released a statement on Instagram yesterday where he came out as gay, and shortly afterwards he spoke to Holly Willoughby on This Morning about the revelation.

Phillip thanked his two daughters, Molly and Ruby, 24, as well as Phillips wife of 26 years, Stephanie Lowe, for their support.

And Molly has now released a touching tribute to her dad on Instagram, where she has 44,500 followers.

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Kenyan Athlete wins 2020 Lagos marathon

Athlete number 165, David Bamasai has emerged winner of the Lagos city marathon.

The Kenyan crossed the finish line in a record time of two hours, ten minutes and ten seconds.

The race started at the National stadium in Surulere, Lagos on Saturday morning at exactly 6.30 am.

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#OkadaBan: Emma OhMaGod Lends his Voice to Protest the Ban of Motorcycles and Tricycles in Lagos

In the wake of the ban of motorcycles and tricycles in major local governments in Lagos state, thousands of commuters and bikers have resorted to protesting physically and on social media, with most people calling out the state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu.




 Emma OhMaGod lent his voice using music as the means to deliver his message.

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Watch the Trailer for the New Season of ‘Skinny Girl in Transit’

Our favourite web series, ‘Skinny Girl in Transit (SGIT)‘ is almost here.
The main character of the series, Tiwalade (Abimbola Craig), will continue her story in the new season. According to Ndani TV, Season 6 of SGIT will premiere on Friday, February 14th, 2020 which happens to Valentine’s Day.

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Genevieve Nnaji steps out in style for the 2020 Essence Black Women in Hollywood Awards luncheon

 Genevieve Nnaji looked chic in her outfit to the 13th Annual ESSEENCE Black Women in Hollywood Award Luncheon which took place at Beverly Wilshire.

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Reality star Marlo Hampton poses completely nude to celebrate 44th birthday

Marlo Hampton, Real Housewives of Atlanta star, posed nude to celebrate turning 44 today February 8th. She shared the photos on her instagram. 

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6 die while returning from ‘Oke Maria’ Catholic pilgrimage in Osun state

6 worshipers returning to Ile-Ife from the annual Oke Maria pilgrimage in Otan Ayegabju, yesterday, lost their lives in a ghastly auto accident at Eripa, Boluwaduro Local Government Area of Osun State.

It was also gathered that nine others sustained various degrees of injury.

The annual Oke Maria Catholic pilgrimage held between Saturday and Sunday, is a yearly programme where Catholics gathered for prayers at the Oke Maria Mountain located in Otan Ayegbaju, Osun State.

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Kobe Bryant: CBS News head calls threats against Gayle King reprehensible

The CBS News chief called threats against journalist Gayle King “reprehensible” Saturday as backlash grew against rapper Snoop Dogg and others critical of King for an interview where she asked about a sexual assault charge against the late Kobe Bryant.

Snoop Dogg issued a warning to King online this week following her interview with WNBA player Lisa Leslie about Bryant, the former Los Angeles Lakers star killed in a helicopter crash with his young daughter and seven others on Jan. 26.

“We fully support Gayle King and her integrity as a journalist,” CBS News President Susan Zirinsky told The Associated Press. “We find the threats against her or any journalist doing their job reprehensible.”

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Omotola Jalade Ekeinde & daughter are a year older

Nigerian top actress Omotola Jalade Ekeinde and her daughter Meraiah are a year older today.

 She  just clocked 42 today took to Instagram to share pictures and videos of their mother and child moments.

Omotola captioned the post with the caption below:

Happy Birthday to Us!
I waited till it’s 12midnight where you are @miiimiii_e to do this a Post!

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Dabota Lawson acquires Lexus LX 570 SUV (video)

Ex-beauty queen, and cosmetic mogul, Dabota Lawson has just acquired a Lexus LX 570. She shared a video of herself with her beautiful ride dancing as music was played for her... Watch the video below...

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Abiodun revokes appointments of 75 minor chiefs elevated to Coronet Obas by Amosun

Ogun State Government has revoked the appointments of 75 minor chiefs elevated to Coronet Obas by Governor Ibikunle Amosun days to expiration of his administration.

The revocation is sequel to the report of Oba Kehinde Olugbenle-led Chieftaincy Review Committee, which had earlier submitted its to the Government.

The report faulted the process of the chiefs ‘elevation, citing non – adherence to the laid down procedure as part of the reasons the elevation should be reviewed.

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2020 AMVCA: Check out the full nominees’ list

Africa Magic has unveiled their nominations for the seventh edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Award (AMVCA). The nominations were unveiled in a live broadcast on all Africa Magic channels on MultiChoice’s DSTV and anchored by Nollywood couple Linda Ejiofor and Ibrahim Suleiman.

Awards will be presented in 28 categories, with seven categories open to public voting and 21 being categories to be decided by the AMVCA panel of judges. Check out the full list of nominees’ below..

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Chris Brown paints mural of Kobe Bryant as tribute to late NBA star

Chris Brown is no stranger to getting artistic, and he’s shown off his talents with an incredible tribute to NBA star Kobe Bryant.

The 30-year-old loves to spray paint, and upon learning about the tragic death of the Lakers legend, decided to commemorate him with a mural on the outside wall of his Los Angeles home.

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This Morning star Phillip Schofield comes out as gay after nearly 27 years of marriage

Phillip Schofield has bravely revealed he is gay - as he paid tribute to the support of his "incredible" wife and daughters.

The 57-year-old This Morning star who has been married for nearly 27 years opened up to friend and co-host Holly Willoughby as he described his "inner conflict".

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Ogun Government to pay N30,500 minimum wage

The Ogun State Government has expressed willingness to pay N30,500 as minimum wage to workers in the state with retroactive effect from 1st January, 2020.

The state government announced that it had reached an agreement with organised labour to begin payment of the new minimum wage.

This was contained in a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr Kunle Somorin, in Abeokuta, on Wednesday.

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Kabusa Oriental Choir in this Hilarious Cover of Zlatan’s “Bolanle”

The Kabusa Oriental Choir is back, and this time they perform a hilarious cover for Zlatan‘s track “Bolanle“.


The special ministration titled “Bolanleus ibileamus” is led by the choir in their Anglican diocese and is originally composed and arranged by Rt. Rev @zlatan_ibile.

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Sarkodie publicly apologizes to Yemi Alade, 3 years after they fell out

Sarkodie apologized to Yemi Alade, 3 years after they fell out. 

 

Yemi Alade called out the Ghanaian  rapper for being unprofessional after he failed to show up for the music video of a song they collaborated on in 2017.

 In an interview with Starr Chat at that time, the Nigerian singer said; 

 

“I’ve really tried my best to really not go into details but the long and short on why I don’t want to dwell on this is that is super unfair, unprofessional and unkind for international acts or even artistes to have a dealing with anybody and after agreeing to certain things, you don’t come through at all.

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Watch Richard Mofe-Damijo & Beverly Naya in the trailer for ‘The Perfect Picture – 10 Years Later’

Ghanaian producer and director, Shirley Frimpong-Manso and Ken Attoh have come together 10 years later, to collaborate on the sequel. The film will hit cinemas nationwide in Nigeria from February 7, 2020 with a cast that includes Richard Mofe-Damijo, Gideon Okeke, Beverly Naya, Jackie Appiah, John Dumelo, Chris Attoh, Lydia Forson, Joselyn Dumas and more.


The Perfect Picture tells a tale of 3 friends navigating their lives saddled with more issues in their not-so-fairy-tale relationships. It’s a rollercoaster ride of imperfect husbands, repentant ex-boyfriends, and daring romantic exploits.  It is indeed a romantic story that encompasses growing up, finding new relationships, breaking old ones and everything in between.

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Ikeja court remands man for alleged $4,500 love scam

An Ikeja Special Offences Court on Wednesday remanded a middle-aged man, Iyonsi Timeyin Timothy, in the custody of Nigerian Correctional Services (NSC) for allegedly obtaining $4,500 from one Julia Zagorski in a love scam.

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Sacrifice found in front of Lautech Professor's office

Some items suspected to be a “sacrifice” was found in front of the office of a Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) professor.

The fetish item was discovered by students of the institution who raised an alarm.

The sacrifice was reportedly placed in front of the office of Prof. A.A Akingbade, a senior lecturer in the faculty of Agricultural Science of the institution.

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I saved for three months for my trip –Nkechi Blessing

 Nkechi Blessing has revealed that it took her 3
months to save the money she used to sponsor a trip she took abroad.


She made this known after actress Tonto Dikeh spoke to her fans saying not everyone who go on vacation is rich, but most save for it.

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Girl, 13, 'pregnant with 10-year-old boyfriend's baby' now social media influencer

The pregnant teenage Russian girl who says the father of her unborn child is a 10-year-old boy has become an online "influencer" and is looking for sponsors after her social media following rocketed following news of her pregnancy.

The schoolgirl mum-to-be, who lives in Siberian town Zheleznogorsk, attends seventh grade while the 10-year-old who is reportedly the boyfriend and father of her child is still in fourth, according to reports.

She was only 13 when she fell pregnant but the girl, who was initially identified as Daria "Dasha" Rubchinskaya but later as Daria "Dasha" Sudnishnikova, has reportedly recently turned 14.

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Bayelsa council chief appoints 118-year-old woman as special adviser (photos)

The vice-chairman of Kolokuma/Opokuma local government area of Bayelsa State, Brian Wotari, has appointed an 118-year-old woman, Omonigbalebo Dani Orogono, as his “special adviser on elder matters.”

Orogono’s appointment was contained in a letter dated February 4, 2020, and signed by Bedford Ineye, one of the vice-chairman’s aides.

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Davido buys Chioma a N6m Patek Philippe Diamond wrist watch as an early val gift

Davido revealed he bought his future wife a N6m Patek Philippe Diamond wrist watch as an early val gift for her.

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LA Lakers’ Tribute to Kobe Bryant

The Los Angeles Lakers returned to the court for their first game since Kobe Bryant died in a helicopter crash alongside his 13-year-old daughter Gianna and seven others.

The LA Lakers chose to honor the memory of Kobe Bryant in the most beautiful way, with a tribute that featured an emotional speech from LeBron James, musical performances, and more.

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Kylie Jenner begs daughter Stormi to call her 'mummy' but she refuses

Kylie Jenner was feeling blue when her two-year-old daughter Stormi refused to call her "mummy" in a super cute video.

Taking to her Instagram stories, the makeup mogul, 22, filmed her little girl showing off her cheeky side as she ran around her mum's feet saying "Hi Kylie!"

Kylie tried her best to correct Stormi, saying sweetly: "No, that's not my name. My name is mummy."

But Stormi wasn't playing along and kept saying "Kylie" over and over as she ran around the room with a smile on her face.

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Jay-Z responds to claims he and Beyonce staged a protest during the Super Bowl

Jay-Z has hit back at claims that he was staging a protest during the national anthem at the Super Bowl, alongside his wife Beyonce.

Pictures appeared online of the celebrity power couple and their eight-year-old daughter Blue Ivy remaining in their seats as Demi Lovato performed The Star Spangled Banner before the NFL's showpiece event on Sunday.

It led to speculation they were trying to send a message after former NFL player Colin Kaepernick famously kneeled during the national anthem in protest against racial inequality in the US.

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First picture of Jude Ighalo in Manchester united Jersey

Manchester United striker Odion Jude Ighalo has posed with his new number 25 shirt for the first time since joining the club.

Red Devil fans have been congratulating him since the unveiling. Ofcourse a big congrats to our very own.

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Paul Okoye calls out Nigerian Copyright Commission

Paul Okoye has called out the Nigerian Copyright Commission, NCC on social media as he declares his readiness to expose them.

The singer who took to his Instagram to accuse NCC of ‘kidnapping’, also said they are capable of detaining and asking for bail as well.

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Mikel Obi fights back tears during interview after he was ‘racially abused by Fenerbahce fans’ on social media (Video)

Ex-Super Eagles captain,  John Obi Mikel, fought back tears as he spoke about the abuse he and his family received on social media on Saturday, February 1.

The abusive and harmful messages were sent to Mikel's social media accounts. His partner Olga Diyachenko was also targeted too.

The alleged abuse came after his team Trabzonspor defeated their arch-rival Fenerbahce 2-1. Turkish media detailed how abusive messages were sent to the player's Instagram page. 'including use of the N-word and banana emojis'.

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Bonang Matheba launches a new limited edition MCC from The House of BNG

 Bonang Matheba launched a new limited edition MCC from The House of BNG this past weekend. The star unveiled the new limited Prestige Reserve at the SunMet.


This is the 3rd addition to the star’s MCC brand which launched last year with the introduction of a Brut and Brut Rosé MCC.

Bonang shared her excitement about her new offering saying in part; “stopped by the 2020 @officialsunmet to introduce our new Prestige Reserve!”

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Lil Wayne reveals he is 53% Nigerian (video)

Lil Wayne has revealed that he is 53 percent Nigerian.

While appearing on a show, rapper revealed he checked his ancestral background and the result came out as 53 percent Nigerian saying himself and his mom need to talk.

He went on to give a shout out to Nigerians, adding he must visit the country.

His words; “I kinda like did my 23 million dot com anniversary and my shit came out 53% Nigerian, me and mum gotta talk“.

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Actress Shannen Doherty reveals she has stage 4 cancer

Actress Shannen Doherty is facing a major health battle. Appearing on ABC News Tuesday, the 48-year-old actress said she now has stage 4 breast cancer.

"It's going to come out in a matter of days or a week that I have stage 4," Doherty said. "So my cancer came back and that's why I'm here."

The "Beverly Hills 90210" star announced in 2017 that she was in remission for breast cancer that had been initially diagnosed in 2015.

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Saudi Arabia's Ambassador to Nigeria dies in his sleep

The Saudi Arabian Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Adnan Bostaji is dead.

The Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Nigeria, which announced this in a statement on Tuesday, said that the envoy died in his sleep.

“With the deepest sense of sadness and complete submission to the Will of Allah, the Royal Embassy announces the passing away of his Excellency, the Ambassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Nigeria, Mr Adnan Mahmoud Bostaji,” the mission said.

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Buhari appoints Daniel Amokachi Nigeria’s Football Ambassador

President Buhari has appointed former Super Eagles striker, Daniel Amokachi as the nation’s Football Ambassador.

A statement issued by Garba Shehu, Presidential spokesman today, said as Nigeria’s Football Ambassador – a largely ceremonial role – Amokachi would assist the Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports Development to scout for talents, be part of processes to revive the country’s football development, as well as mentor young sports men and women.

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OkadaBan: Oyo state cries out.. we will control influx of okadas from Lagos

Oyo State government, on Monday, said it would strictly control the influx of commercial motorcycles into the state and their operations.

This was contained in a statement issued in Ibadan by the state Ministry of Information, quoting Mr Akin Fagbemi, the Executive Chairman, Oyo State Road Transport Management Authority (OYRTMA), as saying.

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South African court issues arrest warrant for ex-president Jacob Zuma

A South African court has issued an arrest warrant for former President Jacob Zuma after he did not appear at a pre-trial hearing in a corruption case on grounds of needing medical treatment.

The judge, however, stayed the warrant until the case resumes on May 6.

Zuma's lawyers on Tuesday informed the court that he was ill and receiving treatment abroad, but the judge questioned whether the note was valid.

Late last year, a court dismissed Zuma's attempt to appeal a ruling that cleared the way for him to be prosecuted over an arms deal with French defence firm Thales dating back to before he took office in 2009.

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I know an ex-governor who had a killer squad - Falana

Human rights lawyer, Mr Femi Falana (SAN), has said he knew a former governor in one of the South-West states who had a killer squad.

Falana, who spoke at the University of Ibadan, said the former governor’s killer squad was headed by a police officer, who was the Chief Security Officer to the then governor.

He said one of those killed by the killer squad was “a World Bank expert,” but he did not name the former governor in question.

Falana said one of the arguments against the creation of state police was that governors would use them to hunt their political opponents.

He, however, maintained that state police remained the solution to Nigeria’s insecurity problem.

Falana stated this at the maiden memorial public lecture in honour of the late Prof. Olumuyiwa Awe at the Trenchard Hall, University of Ibadan.

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Moment Husspuppi greeted Davido's dad over 10 times

Davido introduced Hushpuppi to his dad during his brother's wedding in Dubai and Husspuppi couldn't stand to look him in the face. Even before Davido finished the introduction, the Dubai big boy was seen bending countless time to great the billionaire.

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We're handling Nigeria's security well – Osinbajo

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo says there is an ongoing effort to improve the security situation in the country including plans to recruit more troops and officers to beef up the personnel of security agencies.

Osinbajo’s spokesman, Laolu Akande, in a statement on Monday in Abuja, said the vice president received at the Presidential Villa, clergymen from the Northern part of Nigeria under the aegis of the Arewa Pastors Forum for Peace.

The VP said the Federal Government was committed to containing the threats and security concerns in the country.

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