Meet Akan Bassey of “LushStrands Blog” – the Nigerian Girl with Waist Length Hair! Find Out How She Did It & How You Can Say “Bye Bye to Brazilian Hair” as You Do It Too

One of the major issues that African women face in terms of beauty and style is hair care, more precisely hair growth and maintenance.

In many attempts to grow our natural hair there have been a lot of failed attempts and rumoured concoctions including peanut butter and beer, palm oil and flour, vinegar and pepper and even urine (eek!)…the list goes on and it gets even more ridiculous.

The simple truth is that contrary to popular belief – African hair is simply fabulous! It grows in its natural or relaxed state. With this knowledge it is easy to actually take out the time and dedication you need to get your hair to whatever length you wish. It is a possible battle to win and instead of spending large amounts of money buying, fixing and maintaining artificial hair, you could spend less than half of that developing your natural tresses.

Photos from Goldie funeral service

Goldie was laid to rest today Monday February 25th at a private funeral held at Vaults and Gardens cemetery in Ikoyi. The singer died on Thursday February 14th. Continue to rest in the bosom of the Lord. See more photos from the funeral after the cut...

Photos: American Idol winner Martha Heredia Arrested for Smuggling Heroin

Latin American Idol winner Martha Heredia has been arrested after attempting to smuggle heroin onto an airplane bound for New York.

Heredia was caught in the Dominican Republic with 2.9 pounds (1.3 kilograms) of heroin stuffed into her platform shoes which were inside of her suitcase. The 22-year-old was crowned the winner of American Idol in 2009. So sad. More pictures after the cut.

WICKEDNESS! Woman Stabbed to Death By Her Mother-In-Law

A wicked mother-in-law, Mrs Kareen Opara, has gone underground after allegedly stabbing her son’s wife, Esther Oluchi, to death in Anguwa Baba area of Nasarawa State. But the police have launched a hot chase to fish her out.

The women, who lives in the same neighbourhood with his son, Chinedu and the deceased wife, hailed from Imo State. She was alleged to have been at loggerheads for sometime over a picture taken by the deceased at the wedding of her (Kareen’s) daughter, last December.

Pope Benedict Opens Up: Why God Ask Me to Go

In an emotional goodbye to over 100,000 supporters, the Pope revealed on Sunday that he was stepping aside because God told him to do so.

In a voice raw with emotion, Pope Benedict XVI told pilgrims in St Peter’s Square that he was resigning on February 28 because God had called on him to devote himself to prayer. He said God had told him ‘to climb the mountain’.

Photos – Nigerian Student in Benin Turns Girlfriend To Snake For Money Ritual

At about 3pm yesterday, a Nigerian guy who schools in Houdegbe North American University Benin Republic(HNAUB) was arrested, due to his action of turning a fellow female student to a snake using supernatural powers.

The guys are said to be 100 Level Business Administration Students of the above named University, to cut the explanation short, they’re freshers who wanted to make quick money,they wanted to drive exotic cars and oppress their fellow students who happened to struggle hard to complete their education. This culprit travelled down to Port-Novo for

Nollywood Actor, Kelvin Ikeduba, Escapes Death As Car Somersaults Thrice

Nollywood Actor, Kelvin Ikeduba, escaped death by whiskers on Saturday afternoon when he was involved in an auto accident.

The lanky actor was reportedly on his way to Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, from Ibadan, Oyo State, when his vehicle was involved in the road accident.

The car, as reported, somersaulted three times but no fatality was recorded in the road mishap.
Nollywood has recorded three deaths in the 10 days.

Oscar 2013: Did she trip on her Silver Lining? Jennifer Lawrence takes a tumble

Red-faced ... Jennifer Lawrence

JENNIFER Lawrence falls up the stairs in front of hundreds of her peers — but the Silver Lining is, she’s just won the Best Actress Oscar.

The 22-year-old tripped on the hem of her frothy white gown as she went up to collect the award for Silver Linings Playbook. 

Oscars 2013 winners: The full list

BEST PICTURE
Beasts of the Southern Wild
Silver Linings Playbook
Zero Dark Thirty
Lincoln
Les Miserables
Life of Pi
Amour
Django Unchained
WINNER: Argo

Kevin Winter/Jack Nicholson and First Lady Michelle Obama present the Best Picture award at the Oscars.

 

BEST DIRECTOR
David O. Russell (Silver Linings Playbook)

FBI’s Most Wanted Nigerian Fraudster Tobechi Onwuhara Arrested in Australia

A Nigerian born sophisticated con artist, Tobechi Onwuhara, who fled Florida in August 2008 amid an intense FBI investigation, has been caught in Sydney, Australia and sent back to the U.S. to face a string of fraud charges.

He was on the FBI’s most wanted list for several years for his alleged involvement in an elaborate scheme that defrauded the financial industry out of tens of millions of dollars.

According to a report published by CNN in 2011 while he was on the run, he was a criminal genius:

In America he became one of the world’s most successful cyberscammers, a criminal genius who used his talents to filet a poorly regulated banking and credit system. In less than three years Onwuhara stole a confirmed $44 million, according to the FBI, which believes the total may be anywhere from $80 million to $100 million. All he needed was an Internet connection and a cellphone.

I’m yet to know the teacher that sent my daughter to her death — Mother of pupil crushed by truck

The mother, Mrs. Obala and late Kemi

More than a week after Kemi Obala, a pupil of Lafenwa Comprehensive High School, Ota, Ogun State, was crushed to death by a truck while on a teacher’s errand, her parents are yet to know the identity of the teacher linked to their daughter’s death, writes MOTUNRAYO ABODERIN

The signs of grief and pain were obvious at the home of the Obalas as they are yet to come to terms with the loss of their daughter, Kemi, a former pupil of Lafenwa Comprehensive High School, Ota, Ogun State, who was crushed to death by a lorry.

However, a major twist in the circumstances leading to the girl’s death still exists as the parents and school differ on the time and event that lead to Kemi’s death.

On Tuesday, Kemi’s mother, Elizabeth Obala, was still in tears and apparent disbelief, as she narrated toSUNDAY PUNCH the circumstances that lead to her 15-year-old daughter’s death.

Want to Live Like a Star? Watch “The Way Banky W does it…”

It’s Banky W!

In the same vein as the likes of Wizkid, Davido and even Beyonce, who as regularly as possible give us sneak peaks into their lives and lifestyles, the baddest CEO, Banky W is here with his – “The Way Banky W does it…”

This is a peak into Banky‘s world as he got ready for the Concert that launched his new album “R&BW”. The album can be downloaded here and from Spinlet; iTunes soon, too. The background soundtrack is “The Way”produced by Spellz.

Check on it!

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Tributes, tears as Goldie is laid to rest

Goldie Harvey

Emotion rang high on Monday as famiy and friends of late Hip-Hop star and former Big Brother Africa star, Susan Harvey, was laid to rest.
The deceased, popularly known as Goldie, was buried at Ikoyi Vaults and Gardens, Lagos.
The deceased’s colleagues in the industry such as Kenny Ogungbe, Denrele Edun, Essence, Kenny st Brown and Weird Mc
Friends and family rendered written tributes to the 31-year-old whom they described as determined and loving.
One of such tributes was a written one from her husband, Andrew.
Andrew said, “Susan you walked into my life. It was like God sent you as a fresh breath. I still remember your response to my first love message. You said, ‘Love killed Romeo, sent Diana to an early grave and killed jack on the Titanic, forget about love, just have friendship and live long.’
“Over time our love grew to a depth I have never known. You were the best years of my life, your smile, your desire to live your dream.”
Goldie died on February 14, 2013 of cerebellar haemorrhage and hypertensive heart disease.

A Most Read ,Limbless Evangelist’s Amazing Story – Overcoming Suicide and Joy of Married Life

Evangelist Nick Vujicic has traveled the world sharing his message of hope in God and overcoming difficulties – he was born without arms and legs. In his new book, Unstoppable: The Incredible Power of Faith in Action, he reveals how he has survived the most difficult periods of his life, and today been blessed with a joyful married life.

“I actually like this book a little bit better, because it’s deeper and more transparent I think. I share about the depression I went through in 2010, and share that basically ‘unstoppable’ doesn’t mean bullet proof. When you can’t walk, God’s going to carry you,” Vujicic shared in a phone interview with The Christian Post.

Man Kills Parents To Inherit N63 Million

Stephen Seddon, 46 is accused of murdering his parents Robert, 68, and Patricia, 65, in their home after a failed attempt to kill them by driving a car they were travelling in into a canal, the Daily Mail reports.

Manchester Crown Court heard the 46-year-old had debts and needed cash despite his parents having gifted him almost $60,000 as well as buying him a home.

Prosecutor Peter Wright QC said on July 6 last year Seddon shot his parents from close range and then placed the weapon in his father’s lap to make it appear that he had killed his wife before taking his own life.

“The person responsible not only wanted rid of Robert and Patricia Seddon, a quiet, unassuming, elderly couple. He wanted to lay a false trail,” Mr Wright said.

“A trail, we say, he hoped would lead away rather than towards a man with a considerable motive to kill these two people. That man was their son, the defendant, Stephen Seddon.”

True Love – Man Dies on Way to Wife’s Funeral

We never find the death of anyone funny, but this story is one of those weird moments in life that you just can’t help to note.

When 89 year old Gwen Hendrickson from Cambridge, NY passed away, her husband Norman promised her that he’d see her soon and he certainly kept that promise – on the way to her funeral, he passed away in the limo. Part of Norman’s obituary states:

When his beloved wife Gwendoline died on Friday, February 8, 2013 he told her that he would see her soon and Norm kept his word. On his way to her memorial service, dressed in his funeral clothes, riding in a limousine, he took his last breath and was pronounced dead upon arrival at the funeral home. At his family’s request, Norm was casketed and his body was placed in the room with his wife so that friends and family could say their final goodbyes to both of them. As one of his daughters said, ” Surprise. It’s a double header.”

Since he was already dressed in his suit, the family asked for him to be placed in a casket next to his late wife’s ashes so family members could pay respects to both at once.

One thing we can say for sure is that THIS is true love. Our condolences with the family.

Is it Proper to Answer SIR to your Husband?

My colleague does this and when I advised her to stop it, she took offense and stopped talking to me. She said we modern women have no respect any longer, that her mum called her father sir and told her it was the respectful thing to do.

Whenever her husband calls her on the phone, she answers sir. Is that respect or fear?

What would be your advice on this issue?

Photos – Terrible Lives Of African's Sex Workers In Europe

These photos were taken recently to depict the lives of many Nigerian females who are languishing in many cities of Europe. Most of  these girls are working hard on the streets and bushes in an effort to send money back home.

Imagine, these girls will end up paying up to 70, 000 euros to their sponsors.  The average girl spends up to 20 hours a day at work in such deplorable conditions.

Photos – Ugandan Boy Raised By Monkeys Tries To Adapt

His story began in 1985 when NRA soldiers discovered him in the forest, with his adoptive family – a pack of monkeys.

A replica of the fairy tale, The Jungle Book, Robert Mayanja has since been rehabilitated among humans, but still has tendencies of the animal he was raised to be.

He strains his legs as he walks, with his mouth full of grass. His tongue hangs out as he constantly moves from place to place, looking for privacy. He is short with small feet. It is his wrinkled mature face that shows his estimated age.

As I stretch my hand to greet him, he forcefully reaches for me; with wild gestures and moves that make me freeze in utter shock, before instinctively jumping away. But that does not deter Mayanja from following me.

“Do not run, he just wants to hug you. It is his way of greeting and showing love to people. Robert greets with the language he knows best, which is a powerful hug,” Monica Angeyo, the director of L’Arche, where Mayanja lives, explains.

Jide Kosoko's Daughter Marries [Pictures]

Daughter of popular Nollywood actor, Jide Kosoko, Adebanke, was recently given out in marriage by her father. The wedding, according to reports gathered, was held with some friends and family members of the new couple in attendance.

Father of the bride, Jide Kosoko, was full of joy as he gave out another of his daughters in marriage. 

I love shoes and wristwatches -Florence Ita-Giwa

At 67, you still wonder what has kept her going. Money? Good looks? Influence from those in the corridor of power?

'I have had the privilege of being in power in the last 20 years of my political career so I don't need to know people in power to be in power neither do I need money as l have very loyal followers and supporters,' she begins.

Popularly referred to as Mama Bakassi, Senator Florence Ita-Giwa cannot be shoved aside on any 

'You can't keep a relationship without sex' - Actress Tope Osoba

Below is what the fast rising Yoruba actress said when asked if she believed sex is only for married couples...

I think sex is meant to be enjoyed by two people who have serious feeling for each other. Sex is good, it is there for two lovers to enjoy themselves and share the secrets of their hearts.

On whether one should engage in premarital sex or not, I would say, yes. Premarital sex is okay as long as it is a safe sex. Our society allows  it. These days, you can hardly keep a relationship going without sex.

Ladies See How to Stop Your Boobs from Sagging

A sagging or drooping breast is a natural, inevitable process that most women experience at some points in their lives. Women tend to be bothered by this life’s normal process, because they feel it makes them unattractive.

Drooping breast are said to occur with age, but a breast can actually start sagging at any age simply because they do not have muscles in them...

While the causes of sagging are not known, many schools of thought attribute the cause of this phenomenon to breastfeeding. But many researches and studies have shown that this is a complete myth. Outcomes of studies and researches have found that expansion and contraction of milk glands during pregnancy and not breastfeeding is responsible.

Michael Jackson’s son spotted with new girlfriend

My Jackson’s son, Prince has a new girlfriend and they kinda look happy together. They were spotted chatting and exchanging smiles as they made to get into a vehicle.

There is no doubt that this is ‘puppy love’ going on here with the young lady holding a stuffed animal.

If you are not controversial, you won’t be successful — Jimoh Ibrahim

Jimoh Ibrahim

Jimoh Ibrahim, lawyer, businessman and politician argues that controversies go along with success. In this interview with ADEMOLA ONI, WAHEED BAKARE and LEKE BAIYEWU, Ibrahim, who clocks 46 today, also sheds light on issues surrounding his businesses and his governorship ambition

You’ve done well for yourself.  Were you born with a silver spoon?

I must tell you that it’s far from it. My father is a bricklayer, with seven wives as of the time I counted last and well over 40 children. And my mother, leading the team, has six children. We are from Igbotako in Ondo State. There was no way we would have been born with silver spoon in our mouths. Development at a young age was very terrible; terrible in the sense that all the children assembled and

We lived in sin for two years — Charly Boy

Charly Boy and wife

Charles Oputa a.k.a Charly Boy, has been married to Diana a.k.a Lady D, for over 35 years. The couple reveals what has kept their marriage going in this interview

How long have you been married?

Charles: We lived in sin for about two years but we have been married for over 35 years.

Where and how did you meet each other?

Lady D: We met in Boston. That was in 1976 at a hair salon where I worked. Charles came in to fix his hair, but after he left, he called my boss and asked to speak with me. He invited me to a party the next day with a promise to pick me up from my work place. I noticed that he was so soft spoken and didn’t even have an accent at all. He didn’t even sound like someone from Africa. Now, that fuelled my curiosity. Before Charles, I never dated anyone from Africa. Well, he showed up the next day but guess what? There was no party to attend! We ended up driving all the way to the next state and back. That was the party.

Goldie’s last interview: People don’t really know me

Undoubtedly a pop diva, Goldie combined a crisp sense of style and daring stagecraft to power her music. With her unassuming mien, it’s hard to imagine that Goldie was a tomboy in her school days. “I used to get into regular fights with boys,” she said.

Before her death, TS Weekend for an hour got up close and personal with the talented singer. It’s exclusive and her last with any newspaper. Enjoy it.

Can you briefly introduce yourself to us?

‘Men can’t resist my boobs’

With many movie roles to her credit, articulate and beautiful script interpreter, Adediwura Adesegha, stands among the rising movie stars who are being tipped to take over from the established acts.
The English graduate of University of Lagos attained her present height on the heels of her talent; focus, commitment as well as determination that make her excel in whatever she does.

The Entertainer engaged the crossover actress in an interview session and so much was uncovered about her. She spoke about her career, why she’s not a desperate actress and why she’s producing her own movie. She also revealed the reason why she feels her boobs are her assets. Excerpts:

Black Stars Defender John Paintsil Arrested For Stabbing Wife In The Eye… Over Allegations Of Sleeping With Prostitutes At 2013 AFCON

The Hapoel Tel Aviv guardsman is in police custody for stabbing his wife in the eye on Friday over allegations of taking prostitutes at 2013 Afcon

Ghana defender John Paintsil has been arrested by the Legon Police in Accra for allegedly stabbing an eye of his wife, Richlove Paintsil on Friday afternoon.
 
He has been denied bail and is likely to spend the weekend in police cells to help with investigations, the Greater Accra Regional Police Command has confirmed to Goal.com Ghana.

The police have also confirmed they are holding the Ghana international for assault and causing harm.

PHOTO: 22-Year-Old Lagos Poly Student Allegedly Beaten To Death By Boyfriend

A 22-year-old part-time student of Lagos State Polytechnic, Olayinde Bournes, was allegedly beenbeaten to death by her boyfriend, Abuchi Cyril, PMNews reports.

The incident happened yesterday Thursday, Feb. 21 at Shorinmade Street, Aguda-Ogba area of Lagos State.

Titilayo Fagbamila, a friend of the deceased said Olayinde always complained to her that her boyfriend, Abuchi is fond of beating her at the slightest provocation.

INTERVIEW: I’m Scared Of Marriage – I Get Lots Of Proposals, But I Do Not Know Who To Give A Chance To – Nollywood Actress Ebube Nwagbo

Ebube Nwagbo
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Nollywood actress, Ebube Nwagbo, tells Ademola Oloniluaabout her career, business and love life

My greatest asset

Some people say it is my smile, some say it is my hips. I think it is my personality; nothing in particular for me. People out there have different opinions about me. I think it is just me, Ebube as a whole. The smile, the body, and the personality, everything put together. That should be my selling point.

INTERVIEW: Boyfriends Cause Emotional Disturbance – Says 20-Year-Old First Class UNILAG Graduate

Wande-Kayode

Adetutu Wande-Kayode’s father died when she was four but this was not enough to kill her quest for academic excellence. She tells LEKE BAIYEWU how she broke the Department of Mass Communication’s record to graduate with a first class from the University of Lagos

How difficult was it for you to step out of the shadows of disappointment early in life?

I am the last child in a family of six. My father had a degree in demography from the then University of Ife (now Obafemi Awolowo University), while my mother studied Mathematics and Statistics at the Kwara State Polytechnic.

Significant to my growing up experience was my dad’s death while I was four years old. My mother was very strong through those years and through her, I learnt to trust in God from childhood. My mother, out of her caring attitude resigned from her banking job before my dad’s death, when she noticed we were not doing so well in school.

I Have A Fiancé Now, I Was Dating Him Before…He Stood By Me When My Daughter’s Father, Dino-Melaye Rejected Me - Actress Bisi Ibidapo-Obe

Bisi Ibidapo-Obe

Background

I’m Bisi Ibidapo-Obe, a Nollywood  actress.

Acting is a passion

I have always been passionate about acting. When I was in the secondary school, I loved entertainment. So, imagine how I felt when my father insisted that I read law. I do not blame him because a large percentage of my family members are lawyers. I rejected my father’s advice and went to Ebute-Meta, Lagos, where I met a popular actor, who introduced me to acting. The first film I featured in was Edunjobi.  Then, I was not after money. I just wanted to be famous. I wanted to be like my bosses-Yinka Quadri and Taiwo Hassan. It was not easy climbing the ladder of success but I thank God for what I have become today.

Life as an actress

Acting is profitable and it has opened a lot of doors. I can proudly say that I am a successful actress.  Featuring in many

Obese Models Storm The Runway And Display Their Curves In Evening Wear, Bridal Gowns, Swimwear And Lingerie At Brazil’s Fashion Weekend

In a scene that was larger than life, a group of plus-sized models took the runway to present the Plus Size Fall/Winter 2013 collection show in Sao Paulo on Saturday. 

In a country noted for its bevy of beautiful women, including notable exports of Gisele Bündchen and Alessandra Ambrosio, the Brazilian women on display in the Saturday show proudly displayed their fuller frames.

UK police now suggesting acid victim Naomi Oni threw the liquid on herself

Hmmmm. Another day, another bizarre story. Y'all remember the Nigerian girl that was left disfigured after acid was thrown in her face as she walked home on Sunday December 30th 2012? Well, now the UK police are suggesting Naomi Oni may have thrown the burning liquid on herself. But for what purpose? Below is how the UK Daily Mail is reporting it...

Denrele in Trouble over Goldie's death

Soundcity presenter and Bestfriend of late singer, Goldie harvey is currently in the middle of a brewing controversy. Accusing fingers from goldie's family are beginning to point at the VJ over goldie's death.

Read the report below,

The last good glimpse Nigerians had of Goldie was of her photos on the red carpet of the 55th Grammy Awards, where she appeared as a woman full of life. 

Mad new song! Chidinma ft. Wizkid -Emi ni baller

Mehn!..Wizkid killed it in this song,  i could not just marvel alone at this track produced by Legendary beatz, i just had to share it with you. My Gawd...it's MAHHDD!!! Chidinma is one talented petite chick.

Chidinman ft Wizkid - Emi ni baller, Listen to it below,

Bukola and the man who snatched her bag crushed by speeding Vehicle

This indeed is really a tragic story...A young lady who goes by the name Bukola Adelowo was killed alongside a man who allegedly stole her bag.

Bukola was running after the thief in attempt to recover her bag when 2 fast moving vehicles knocked both down, killing them instantly.

The incident occurred at about 7 a.m., at the Adeniji Adele-Oworosoki Expressway on the Lagos Island.

According to an eyewitness who pleaded anonymity,“The lady ran after him to recover her bag without being mindful of the vehicles on the road. The suspect and the lady were killed by two different vehicles.The body parts of the lady were scattered on the road, and the accident caused a heavy traffic.

Bukola's sister, Funke who wept uncontrollably stated that Bukola was already concluding plans for her wedding in July. She further stated that bukola's fiancee had travelled out of Nigeria in preparations for the wedding.

So Sad!

A typical morning for Banky and Wizkid after partying all night

Banky is the one with a grey shirt and a cap covering his face and the guy slleeping beside him in a black hoodie is Wizkid.

#thelifeofaceleb!

Cossy Orjiakor recruited by Porn Website, insults Wizkid

Former Nollywood actress, Cossy Orjiakor has been offered a job by a popular Pornography company,PornHub.

Kristen Stewart Injures Foot — Will She Miss The Oscars?

A recent foot injury may cripple Kristen’s chances at appearing at the 85th Annual Academy Awards on Feb. 24. We hope she’s okay!

Kristen Stewart was excitedly announced as a presenter for the Oscars on Feb. 24, but according to a new report, the actress was seen limping during rehearsals. Will she miss the live telecast?

Wearing her typical pair of jeans, sneakers and a baseball cap, Robert Pattinson’s (former?) lover, 23, appeared for her presentation rehearsal, limping on her right foot from an unexplained recent injury, the Associated Press reports.