Young doctor shot dead in broad daylight in Lagos

A young doctor, Irawo Adamolekun, was shot dead today in Lagos by an unknown gunman. Rapper, Ruggedman witnessed the killing and tweeted about the incident which occurred at Anthony this afternoon...

This is truly sad! Hope the police get to the bottom of this. May his soul rest in peace...Amen

Listen: Why Child Abuse Goes Unreported

Radio host James O'Brien was discussing how child molester Jimmy Savile went under the radar for so long, when he got a call from a man who had been abused as a nine-year-old. It's a must-listen for everyone to understand how child abuse can go unreported. It will break your heart...especially the last three minutes. Listen below...

Minister of Petroleum, Alison-Madueke holds low key birthday party

The minister turned 52 a few weeks back and held a low profile birthday party at her Queens Drive, Ikoyi home. Only a few family members and close friends were invited to the shindig. Nice cake!

Janet Jackson to receive $500m if she stays married for at least 5 yrs

According to new reports Janet Jackson, 46, stands to receive $500 million if she stays married to her billionaire fiance, Wissam Al Manna, 37, for a minimum of five years.

From Express UK 

Janet did not put off her New Year’s Eve wedding because of cold feet but because of cold cash, a friend has revealed.

The singer was due to marry Arab multi-billionaire Wissam Al Mana but their lawyers could not organise the prenuptial agreement in time.

This is no small matter as twice-married Janet has amassed a fortune of £93.5million from 10 hit albums and six major tours while Wissam is one of the richest investors in the Middle East where he represents such fashion and style icons as Hermes and Sonia Rykiel. He is also a major shareholder in Saks Fifth Avenue stores in Dubai, Doha, Bahrain and Kuwait.

Hot or not: Actress Ebube Nwagbo in little black dress

This was at an event last weekend in Lagos. Hot or not?

Video: Police ordered the killing of my private secretary - Oshiomhole

The Edo State Governor, Adams Oshiomhole has accused the Nigerian Police of being responsible for the assassination of his Special Adviser and Personal Secretary, Olaitan Oyerinde.

Mr Oshiomhole, who was speaking on Thursday in Abuja during the launching of the new code of conduct for the Nigerian police, said both the assassin and the weapon used to murder the late Oyerinde were in police detention as at the time the assassination was carried out.

Japan gives 317 classrooms to Nigeria

The Japanese government, working through the Japan International Cooperation Agency handed over 317 classrooms to the Federal Government of Nigeria yesterday Thursday January 10th. The classrooms were a result of a project started in June 2010 and is part of Japan’s Grant Aid to Nigeria.

The classrooms were constructed in 33 primary schools across 22 local government areas of in Kano State. It is expected to be able to accommodate around 12,680 pupils and also included 308 toilet booths. Japanese ambassador to Nigeria Ryuichi Shoji, handed over the classrooms to Minister of state for Education, Chief Nyesom Wike, and said that the 2.31 billion Naira (US$14.8 million) spent on the project was an important investment, as education is an invaluable asset for children and a crucial factor in the economic development of a country.

Goldie chilling in Malaysia

 

Looking real sexy!

Agbani Darego Rocks In Roland Mouret & Stella McCartney

For her 30th birthday party on Sunday January 6th, the former Miss World wore two designer dresses. A green Roland Mouret dress and a Stella McCartney one-sleeved illusion cut-out dress. Which dress do you prefer?

Hot actor IK Ogbonna shows off one year old daughter

The sexy model, actor and father of one turns 28 today. That's his adorable one year old baby girl.

See the 1st official portrait of Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton

It was unveiled today at the National Portrait Gallery in London to mixed reactions. While the painter, Paul Emsley (pictured above) insists the royal family is "very pleased," others are "horrified" by the depiction. Some think the painting is quite unflattering. What do you think?

Above is what Kate really looks like. See the full portrait after the cut...

Rev Chris Okotie has decided never to re-marry again!

Above is a statement issued by Rev Okotie's publicist and posted on the church's Facebook page yesterday. After two failed marriages, he's done!

The MTN Afrinolly Master Class series continues on Saturday, January 12 with another Hangout event, this time featuring international broadcaster, producer and director Charles Aniagolu alongside prolific female director, screenwriter and producer Emem Isong.
 

With the creative industries fast becoming an important aspect of global economy, the Afrinolly Master Class series recognises the power of film within this vast financial context. A cross-continental audience of film professionals and enthusiasts will join both filmmakers as they discuss the socio-economic impact of film live on Google+ Hangout at 3pm Nigerian Time