Saudi Arabia: at least 453 killed in stampede

More than 453 pilgrims were killed and over 719 injured in a crush at hajj on Thursday, the deadliest of such incident since 2006. The stampede began when the Hajj ritual of throwing stone at the devil was going on, in past years hundreds have being killed during the same ceremony report says.

Rihanna’s boyfriend, Lewis Hamilton splashes £370,000 on new Mercedes 6×6 pick-up truck

Formula One stars are not often known to do things by half and Rihanna’s new boyfriend Lewis Hamilton is celebrating his latest win by splashing out on a new set of wheels – six of them to be precise. Hamilton raced to his seventh win of the season at Monza in the Italian Grand Prix on Sunday, September 6, and the very next day the reigning F1 champion was pictured with a Mercedes G63 AMG. The six-wheeler off-road pick-up truck, which has a military version currently in use by the Australian army, will set you back an eye-watering £370,000. ... 


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October 1, Half of a Yellow Sun, 6 other Nigerian movies to screen at India’s Woodpecker Festival...

Kunle Afolayan’s October 1 and the screen adaptation of Chimamanda Adichie’s award winning novel, Half of a Yellow Sun have been named among 9 Nigerian movies to be showcased at the Woodpecker Film Festival (WFF) coming up in New Delhi, India next month. Other shortlisted Nollywood movies for the festival beginning on September 17, 2015 are Emem Isong’s Champagne, Knocking on Heaven’s Door, Brothers, Bedlam, Silent Tears, Doll House and Obi Emenloye’s Thy Will be Done. The movies will be showcased during the World Panorama session of the festival. In a statement made by the founding director of the WFF, Narender Yadav, he disclosed that the decision was made to bring an unforgettable experience to cinema lovers in the World’s 2nd most populous nation. ‘It’s for the first time that a serious attempt is being made to bring Nigerian cinema to the Indian audience. I am sure this is going to be an enriching experience for cinema lovers in India. ‘At the same time, these films will also attract (a) large number of Nigerian youths, who are in New Delhi either for their higher studies or for work. Overall, it’s going to be an exciting feature of our festival this year.’ ... 

Kelly Osbourne to host MTV VMA pre-show...

Kelly Osbourne will host the MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) pre-show. The former ‘Fashion Police’ star will present from the red carpet outside Los Angeles’ Microsoft Theater alongside Carly Aquilino, Nessa Diab, and Nora ‘Awkwafina’ Lum. They will be joined by Nick Jonas. Following the pre-show, ‘Wrecking Ball’ singer Miley Cyrus will take over to host the main show. The MTV VMAs pre-show airs on August 30, 2015 at 8pm, followed afterwards by the main ceremony.... 

Amber Rose reportedly working on her own talk show...

Amber Rose is reportedly working on her own talk show, having already shot the pilot in Los Angeles. The 31-year-old model is ‘really excited’ about the possibility of leading a chat show and has already shot a pilot. A source said: ‘Amber’s working with a top production team, and they already shot the pilot in Los Angeles. She’s really excited. ‘She’ll definitely talk a lot about her own life. Producers are counting on her to just be herself! She’ll also help other people resolve their issues.’ And things are moving quick,with hopes that it will be on the air ‘soon’. The insider added: ‘They are looking to make a deal in the very near future.’ And before she finalises plans for a talk show, The 31-year-old model is working hard on the release of her book, ‘How To Be A Bad Bitch’.... 

Yemi Blaq, Ebuka Obi-Chiwendu and IllRymz sign endorsement deals with Gulder

Congratulations on their big hit. Three months after being announced as the brand ambassador for international men’s ready-to-wear fashion brand – Deo Milano, TV personality, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu has landed another mouthwatering endorsement deal with alcoholic beverage brand, Gulder. The recently engaged host of Rubbin Minds is joined by Nollywood actor, Yemi Blaq and popular TV personality, IllRymz who were all unveiled on Friday, August 15, 2015. The new brand ambassadors signed their deals at the office of Paul Okoye led Upfront Bookings.... 
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I don’t mind performing in a club filled with gays, says DJ Jimmy Jatt

Popular Nigerian DJ Jimmy Jatt has said that he has no problems playing for gays or playing in a club filled with gays. He said he can do this because what people do in their private lives is non of his business. “Honestly, I don’t mind playing in a gay bar or performing in a show filled with gays. It is a free world, you know. Why should I bother about anybody’s sexual preferences or relationships? It’s not my business to bother about what they do with their bodies in private or to themselves. 

“For me, this is all about business. My job is to provide entertainment and to make people happy. I am neither gay nor bisexual. Everybody knows I am happily married with children. But, if by any means somebody comes to me with any funny intentions, that is when I will make them see the other side of me,” DJ Jimmy jatt told Punch. 

“For me, this is all about business. My job is to provide entertainment and to make people happy. I am neither gay nor bisexual. Everybody knows I am happily married with children. But, if by any means somebody comes to me with any funny intentions, that is when I will make them see the other side of me,” DJ Jimmy jatt told Punch. 

Kiss Daniel voices his support for gay marriage…

Rising Nigerian singer Kiss Daniel has said he sees nothing wrong with gay marriage. Kiss Daniel’s approval is coming a week after same-sex marriage was legalized in the United States of America. Many Nigerians have condemned the Supreme Court of America for legalizing same-sex marriage. 


Kiss Daniel however says he sees nothing wrong in the legalization, arguing that in the end, ‘love always wins’. “Ok, so, g@y marriage is legalized in the U.S? Some are mad, some are indifferent, some are glad. Straight or G@y, what matter is we’ve got a heart that can love. Love is love and love always wins. Barrack Obama, peace” the ‘Woju’ crooner wrote on Instagram. 

Chidinma and Sandra Egbebor cover new issue of House of Maliq mag..

Singer Chidinma Ekile and the current Miss Globe Nigeria Sandra Egbebor cover the first July edition of House of Maliq magazine. Chidinma looks stunning on the cover while Sandra Egbebor on the reverse cover is classy in a beautiful stunning glittering gown.

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Chidinma and Korede Bello working on a collaboration...

Nigerians can expect a new song in the coming weeks as Mavin act, Korede Bello and MTN Project Fame winner, Chidinma are currently working on a collaboration. Chidinma was recently at the Mavin studios in Lekki, Lagos to work on the new song with Korede Bello. Lets keep our fingers crossed...

PEEP THIS! Actors Chris Attoh, Chris Okagbue and Victor Olaotan cover new issue of Exquisite mag.

The 80th issue of Exquisite magazine features an exclusive from the Leading Men of the movie LOTANN. The movie was produced by renowned PR and Stylist Ifan Ifeanyi Micheals. The cover features talented actors Victor Olaotan, Chris Okagbue and Chris Attoh. The magazine describes the cover as “a sync between the old and new generation.” 

RIhanna named best selling digital artist of all-time…

The Recording Industry Association of America says Rihanna has sold more digital singles than anyone else in history. With the iTunes store only opening in 2003, the digital music industry is still pretty young, but it’s far from devoid of competition, commerce and platinum-selling artists. In a new report, the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) has revealed that Rihanna is the first artist to ever sell over 100 million digital singles, and when combined with her cumulative 7.5 million digital album sales, that makes her the best selling digital artist of all-time.

In a statement included in the report, RIAA CEO Cary Sherman was quoted as saying by Complex Magazine, “Gold & Platinum is the industry’s premier way to celebrate achievement in the marketplace. We’ve given awards to artists for nearly 60 years, but it’s rare that we have the opportunity to recognize a milestone like the one Rihanna has reached. Congratulations to Rihanna! She has not only surpassed RIAA’s one-hundred million mark, but also is the first artist to do so. It’s an historic feat and a testament to an extraordinary career.”

Davido, Yemi Alade, Diamond Platnumz to perform at 2015 MAMAs…

Top African artists led by Nigerian pop stars, Davido and Yemi Alade are among A list of performers at the 2015 edition of MTV Africa Music Awards. American R&B singer Neyo will also perform at the awards ceremony. Tanzanian star, Diamond Platnumz, Bucie and South African rapper, Cassper Nyovest would also join the performers line-up for the music awards ceremony billed to hold in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa on July 18, 2015.

All five performers are top contenders at MAMA 2015. Davido will battle it out with Diamond Platnumz in this year’s Best Male category while Bucie and Yemi Alade will slug it out in the Best Female category. Cassper Nyovest is nominated for Song of the Year, Best New Act Transformed by Absolut as well as Best Hip Hop. 

New music: Goodie House Entertainment presents new gifted artist Ghorge

Goodie House & Sparx Entertainment presents a brand new talented artist, this guy is dope and gifted. He has dropped loads of tracks which are seriously burning airwaves right now and getting massive play from dope DJ's, here is a brand new music he dropped few days ago, follow the link to download, and enjoy good music: download link

flavour share pics of daughter and baby mama on father's day...

Flavour opened his IG page this morning with his cute daughter's photo Gabrielle, and his ugegbe oyinbo as he celebrates fathers day, he refers to her as his lookalike Gabrielle. I must say they really look alike. He also appreciate all other fathers... happy fathers day!!! 

chris Brown shares pics of his daughter as he celebrates fathers day...

Chris brown took to his IG page this morning to show off his beautiful daughter as he celebrates father's day with her playing bowling, with the caption "shechangedme" happy father's day to him. See more photos below:

Olamide, Phyno hang out in London...

Nigerian rappers Phyno and Olamide are currently chilling in London. The two rappers who dropped a collaborative album earlier this year titled ‘2 Kings’, are presently relaxing in London. The duo shared photos of themselves hanging out in front of a hotel in the city of London. However, reports say both acts who are ambassadors for Guinness are in the country for business issues relating to the brand. 

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Kiss Daniel pens emotional letter to his late father…

‘Woju’ crooner Kiss Daniel earlier today shared a photo of his late dad along with an emotional tribute. Kiss Daniel lost his dad in May, just a few days after his 21st birthday. Read the tribute below.. 40 days… Happy birthday daddy. It’s bin 40 days since i lost my best friend. Let me mourn daddy, av bin strong 4 too long ,let me cry… I wasn’t dere 4 u wen u needed me the most, I confess dad and I’m sorry … I fell in love with my job and cheated on my Family, it’s not worth it daddy, now i know… I never shuda listened to u wen u said ‘… It’s just typhoid , I’m fine’…U left before I cld buy u dat Car i promised for ur birthday which is today, dats not fair dad* u r d reason I cld make such promise… U my number 1 fan.. U called me 12am d day after I dropped Woju to tell me it’s a hit,dat day was the beginning of it all…dad, at least ,come back 4 d car, pls 

…. D last day I saw u was d saddest day of my life, cuz u were in so much pain, I cld feel it dad… I cld feel it even tho u were trying too hard to be strong in my presence… I let my self be fooled by ur actions daddy, dats not responsible. av bin avoiding anything dat cld remind me of u ,but it’s not working, I av to do this, I av to let the world know u such an amazing being. Ur last words to me , “u a star among stars” u a dad among dads too n Ur boy is doing fine .Folu is back on his feet after d accident and hez running the house now, tolu is just too wonderful a daughter, shez d manager of ur empire. Timmy and tummy r in good hands too with grandma. I hope Jesus got u a giant cake for ur birthday daddy .. I love u so much , Happy birthday.    

Stupid Son, oluwatobiloba 

50 Cent’s ‘Power’ renewed for third season on Starz...

50 Cent’s television program Power has been renewed for another season. There are 10 episodes of the drama slated for season 3. 50 Cent serves as the executive producer for the show and also co-stars alongside Courtney Kemp Agboh. “Power is a project I have been passionate about since day one,” 50 Cent was quoted as saying by HipHopdx. “I am glad the audience loves the show as much as we do, and we are just getting started.” 

The show is set in 50’s home state of New York and focuses on the life of a night club owner who doubles as a drug kingpin. The season two premiere set a Starz record as the most-watched episode of an original series. According to BillBoard, it grossed 3.62 million viewers — a network record for the most watched (pre-DVR) episode of an original series to date. 

2face, Patoranking, grab endorsement deal with Airtel

2face Idibia and Patoranking have sealed an endorsement deal with telecommunications firm, Airtel. Igbo rapper Phyno who is an Airtel ambassador confirmed the development. He shared a photo of the new ambassadors of the telecommunication outfit. The other celebs with endorsement deals with the firm are IK Osakioduwa and comedian Akpororo.