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“Fela died after being injected with poisonous substance in NDLEA custody” – Dede Mabiaku says in shocking interview

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Dede Mabiaku, who was Fela Anikulapo-Kuti’s protege, has said the late legend died slowly after being injected with a poisonous substance while in NDLEA custody.

In a new interview, Dede said the Teacher No Teach Me Nonsense singer confided in him and in his son Seun Kuti that he had been injected while in NDLEA custody. Afterwards, his health began to deteriorate until he died.

Dede said this while expressing concern for Omoyele Sowore. He said Sowore needs to be taken for urgent medicals after being held in DSS custody to avoid a repeat of what happened to Fela.

Dede also said he is speaking up now because no one refused to reveal the truth about what really led to Fela’s death.

Watch the video below.

RRS arrests two suspects who pose on social media as modelling agents to lure young models to hotels and rob them

Two suspects who have been posing on social media as modelling agents, luring young models to hotels and bars and robbing them of money and personal belonging, have been arrested by the operatives of Rapid Response Squad, RRS.

The suspects, Stanley Odachi, 27 and Chuks Oragwu, 31 were arrested recently while they were luring another victim to an hotel in Igando, Alimosho, Lagos.

At the time of their arrest, about five girls have registered their complaints with the Decoy Team of the RRS that the suspects absconded with their mobile phones and money under the pretext of registering them for modelling jobs.

The victims added that they were subsequently asked to report at hotels, where they were made to surrender their mobile phones, which the suspects escaped with.

The two suspects along with their receiver have been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for further investigations and prosecution.

Nigerian man, Kingsley Ettah graduates from famous British Royal Air Force

Another Nigerian has joined the league of the country’s citizens who have made the nation proud on the international scene.

Kingsley Ettah, flight lieutenant, has just graduated from the famous British Royal Air Force, Honington, United Kingdom.

In the tweet that was shared on Sunday, December 15, the Nigerian could be seen holding his framed certificate of graduation with excitement.

Eniola Badmus shades Omotola Ekeinde as she makes grand entrance at wedding ?(photos)

Nollywood Actress, Eniola Badmus appears to have swiped aim at her veteran colleague, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde.

Apparently, Badmus, who shot to limelight with her performance in Funke Akindele’s hit movie (Jenifa), is yet to get over how actress Omotola Ekeinde failed to recognize her at a recent event.

“Oh Eniola Badmus, that’s an actress isn’t she?” Omotola Ekeinde had said when asked to throw a shout out to actress, Eniola Badmus at the event.

Moving on from that drama, a week after that goofy moment, Omotola seems unbothered by the heat it generated and has refused to tender any apology to Badmus.

Sharing photos from a wedding she attended over the weekend, Eniola, who ensured she made an impression in her Asoebi, wrote

“How you appear in the midst of people that claims they don’t know you.
Wedding guest #theaaunion19“

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“He has no idea how much I pray for him” – Maureen Esisi says months after she reportedly split from actor Blossom Chukwujekwu

Blossom Chukwujekwu’s estranged wife, Maureen Esisi has shared a subtle post on her social media that hints she’s still every much in love with the nollywood actor.

Although Maureen has maintained her silence ever since her marriage to actor Blossom Chukwujekwu reportedly crashed, she has shared a cryptic post that seems to hint at her feelings for her estranged husband.

She shared a photo text with the words: “He has no idea how much I pray for him, his safety, his future, everything.”

Maureen added in the caption: “No idea…”

Best graduating student in OAU gets 100k Naira Award Prize, social media users react.

Lawal Oluwafemi emerged the best graduating student in Obafemi Awolowo University scoring a 4.98 CGPA of 5.0 and he was rewarded witj the sum of One Hundred Thousand Naira (100,000).

Sharing photos from his big day, Lawal wrote ;

2 days ago, I graduated from the Obafemi Awolowo University as the Best Graduating Student 17/18 session with a historic 4.98 CGPA of 5.0.
Was also the Best Overall 4 times in ICAN professional exams with 14 awards.
BSc Accounting & 22 academic awards in 4 years. Can only be God!

However, social media users, while congratulating him, took notice of the amount of the cheque, Lawal was given and were left in utter disbelief.

Wale Adetona wrote ;

Ohh wow. Congratulations, Femi. Is that 100K I just saw there? Sigh! This country

Davies Tolu wrote ;

Less than $280. For such exceptional brilliance!

What do you expect of a country that undervalues education, spits on quality, discourages hard work, but embraces mediocrity and nepotism?

Misplaced priorities everywhere.

Shameful!

Singer Muma Gee and her estranged hubby, Prince Eke take their children out for lunch (Photos)

Veteran musician, Muma Gee and her estranged hubby, Nollywood actor, Prince Eke seem to have worked out their relationship.

Their six year marriage packed up in 2017 and a series of social media call-outs and drama ensued. The ex-couple however spent the weekend with their kids at a Chinese Restaurant in Lagos.

According to Muma Gee’s caption on Instagram, ‘timeout with my lovely babies Ceasar, Cleopatra Monalisa Oluebube Eke with their Dad the Chinese way – Lagos Nigeria .

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Dancing with her father again???????@real prince Eje

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Wizkid does the ‘sign of the cross’ after Tiwa asked him to grab her butt (Video)

Wizkid and Tiwa are major trending topics on twitter this morning and it is because of what went down on stage during most recent performance.

The pair are known to be goofy with each other and some fan theories suggest they might be having a steamy romantic affair off the camera as they have never been shy to pack on some major PDA much to the chagrin of haters and approval of fans.

However, Wizkid has been accused of disrespecting Tiwa as he has (on many occasions) been caught on camera grabbing the ‘behind’ of Tiwa when they are both performing.

Apparently those talks have gotten to Wizkid and this time around, when the moment came for Starboy to ‘grab the bum’, he respectfully declined and did the catholic sign of the cross to save him from the temptation Tiwa was spewing his way.

The pair shared a warm embrace afterwards and it was all love and positive energy on stage.

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Actresses Moesha Buduong and Salma Mumin fight over butt surgery, fakeness

Moesha Buduong has taken a dig at fellow actress and former friend, Salma Mumin over her comment of never speaking to her again.

In an interview with Emelia Brobbey on her Okukuseku show, Salma emphatically stated that she will never forgive Moesha or talk with her again over an undisclosed incident.

Salma said;

”I have forgiven all those who have offended me this year because there is reason harboring that anger…As for Moesha, she is someone I don’t ever think I will talk to again. I don’t know what the future holds, but she isn’t someone I want to have a personal contact with.”

Slamming her colleague over the comment, Moesha alleged that Salma thinks she is better than her because she publicly admitted to dating married men in an interview with CNN. She insisted that she is not that girl Salma thinks she can control.

Moesha also accused her colleague of dating married men and still dating some of them, while covering that up with her businesses.

She also accused Salma Mumin of being bitter because her butt surgery wasn’t as successful as hers.

Moesha wrote;

Salma Mumin who served a response to Moesha via an Insta-Live video, stated that she has been quiet for so long which is why so many people misunderstand the situation and see her in a way she doesn’t like. She also alleged that Moesha was fake which was why she cut her off.

Also reacting to the controversy about her age, Salma stated that she is not the first person to lie about her age and if she says she is 30 people should leave it at that and not add more it.

Here is the video below;

I am the most recognized Nigerian Female artiste on the International scene – Yemi Alade

Yemi Alade has taken her time to reflect on her career thus far and also acknowledge how she’s survived the hate she gets from trolls on social media.

Yemi took to her Twitter page just few hours ago to reveal despite the fact that are music achievements and power moves are always being overlooked by her Twitter haters, God still finds away to always put her on top.

Her tweet reads ;

“I don’t know how I Have been doing it on these Twitter streets of hate and but it’s so obvious more than ever before with so much international recognition, endorsements, highest female artist streams on Spofity etc, that GOD ISNT DONE IN MY LIFE.”

“Human beings are dangerous, they will hype you to doom”- Adesua Etomi

Nollywood’s sweetheart, Adesua Etomi-Wellington, has taken to micro-blogging website to educate her fans on the attitude of human beings and how to mingle with them to avoid getting into trouble.

While warning her fans on the deceitful nature of humans, the beautiful actress stated that they would only be hyped by human beings all the way to doom.

She further advised her fans to be sensible enough when dealing with human beings, so as not to fall into doom.

In her words ;

“Human beings are dangerous. They will hype you oh…hype you allllll the way to your doom. Just have sense pls”.

Angela Okorie Is Crazy, She Faked Her Attack – IG Blogger Says

Instagram blogger, Gist Merchant has called out actress Angela Okorie, for allegedly faking her own assassination attempt.

Recall that YabaLeftOnline reported that on December 12th, actress Angela was attacked by gunmen. It was widely believed that the attack was carried out by suspected armed robbers. But, in a fresh post, the actress shared on Sunday morning, she described the attack as an assassination attempt.

According to her, the men sprayed over 30 bullets on her car during the attack. She said 10 bullets were removed from her head and no human came out to help her excerpt God.

Well it looks like some people disbelieved her story as IG blogger, Gistmerchant, shared her opinion on why she is sure the attack was staged…

She wrote;

Caucasian woman blast trolls claiming her young Nigerian husband married her just just to secure a green card

A caucasian lady, Debby, has replied internet trolls claiming her young Nigerian husband married her just to secure a green card.

Michael and Debby got married a year and five months ago. Yesterday, they shared a video of them taking a stroll while holding hands. Internet trolls saw the video and left comments implying that Michael was after Princess for papers.

Replying a comment, Michael said he got his papers six months ago and still hasn’t left Nigeria.

”We have been married for a year and 5months after a year plus in relationship, I got my papers 6months ago yet still in Nigeria with my wife, I’m a sailor with a well paid job, if is the paper I would have left Nigeria since.
I love my wife @irishangelprincess and you all should love your partners too and forget the hatred and love unconditionally. Thanks @lindaikejiblogofficial for the Love” he replied a troll

Debby also took out time to fire back at trolls:

When a person appears in the public limelight, no matter the level, they are always exposed to an element of negativity – the strength & courage is to not be baited or drawn in by peoples lack of common sense, shallowness & keyboard warrior judgement. So, instead I thought I’d try educating those who cannot see past the end of their noses.

Despite my husband having received his papers over 6 months ago, it has been his choice for us to remain here in Nigeria whilst we launch our Foundation which its aimed at changing so many lives here as well as investing in various areas of business. Intact, it is I myself who has benefitted the most by being granted my Niger Wife green card which is allowing me the freedom to enjoy this Country.

Whilst I may be a little older than my husband, I wear my heart on my sleeve. Instead of hiding behind wigs, false eyelashes & a wheelbarrow full of make up to the point I look like a completely different person ( many guys I know can relate to this in women), I believe in letting my natural beauty shine through.. So for those shallow minded women who spout negativity & jealously, many of you are the ones who seek out only a rich man or husband to provide for you, yet when the riches start to disappear, you cheat or leave Likewise the shallow minded men who marry a wife for her beauty, yet when it fades you seek out others or some even take side chicks within their marriage. Yet here I am, open to your negativity & narrow mindedness and I can only but smile at your own misgivings.

So, on this beautiful blessed Sunday I can hold my head up high and be very proud of who I am and perhaps respectfully suggest that those of you who are jealous of others, or can only express negativity from behind the safety of your laptop or phone, may I respectfully suggest you stand in front of the mirror today and take a good honest look at yourself both inside & out…..and ask yourself am I a real genuine person or am I living a fake life just to be accepted My husband @angelmichaeljunior & I can proudly stand tall knowing we are genuinely one. Happy Sunday people Thanks to @lindaikejiblogoffical & @herodaniels for the love

Atiku Abubakar’s grandchildren surprises him with belated birthday cake (photos)

Atiku Abubakar who turned 73 on November 25 is still in a celebratory mood as he received a birthday cake from his grandchildren.

The former Vice President took to Twitter to share photos of him warmly embracing his grandchildren as he thanked them for their kind gesture.

He tweeted;

How sweet of my grandchildren to bring me a belated birthday cake.

Grace Ajilore is trending because she’s pregnant

Grace Ajilore is currently a trending topic on Twitter, and folks are dragging her because of an alleged double standard.

She was tagged a feminist because of some of her ‘angry bants’ about how ‘trashy’ men can sometimes be… And now she’s being dragged on Twitter, after she announced her pregnancy.

“My Christmas came early! Me & daddy can’t wait to meet our beautiful baby”, she tagged the photos.

Below are some comments from Twitter;

@steph_niiii: So Grace Ajilore “men are trashed” us to death on the TL only to end up a baby mama for a MAN??? ??

@EllabyOJ:
Linda Ikeji preached celibacy so tey, she FELL pregnant, Glory Osei was forming feminist that hates men only to realize that she is married. Now, Grace Ajilore that is always setting standards and screaming “Men are scum” is pregnant. The internet is a very interesting place.

@Grace_jobi: I’ve been hoodwinked, Grace ajilore that was preaching stay away from men is pregnant?

Grace Ajilore pregnant

@one_dosh: Dear Grace Ajilore i don’t know you but i heard some waste being dropped something in you that’s making you glow. You all slay queens that come on here to shout men are trash,Your mentor is pregnant now

Wise up don’t let social media fool you,Everyone woman needs preeq.

@KukuuyaKhadijah: Grace Ajilore being pregnant is the biggest plot twist of 2019. I’m so happy for her tho❤️?❤️

@chimskimilo: Grace Ajilore spoke ill of men that never had good intentions towards women. She never said “if you meet a man that takes care of you, you should throw him in the bin”. She only emphasized on how much being a woman is expensive and all.

@Mercester_: Why are you people pressed abt Grace Ajilore tho? She’s certainly not the reason for your misfortune or poor taste in men. I see it’s now a crime to tell you what you should look out for. She even mentions her man in her videos. Again I ask, Why are you so pressed?!

@Adesewa_22: Grace AJILORE LEFT US AND IS PREGNANT haaaaaaaaaa.. what happened to the dragons and the bins ???.. I thought these men were dragons that belonged to the bin ?

@_Oroboghene: If you’re dragging Grace Ajilore coz you think her videos are bitter and man hating, there are two things involved-

-Your head is paining you, no oil, dry sense of humour.

-You were so desperate for anyone to validate your man hatred so you picked her as your Queen.

@elladoga: Yoooo Grace Ajilore is pregnant ?? After I’ve followed her to shout nigga ain’t shit with my chest all these years. Wow just wow.

Grace Ajilore pregnant

@Pamela_Omari: Grace Ajilore that is always scattered and shaking up and down. How did she relax for penis to enter her and impregnate her

@PresidentAisha: Linda Ikeji got pregnant. Grace Ajilore got pregnant. Small time now, Oloni too will follow. I wonder what feminists will do with their life now that their bosses have failed them. ?

@oluwatooyin_: It obvious people don’t understand English, Grace Ajilore never said don’t be with men, she was only specific about trash men and apparently not all men are trash but most people intentionally choose to misunderstand her lol

@SirLeoBDasilva: Grace Ajilore must be someone’s surrogate because I can’t believe it.

Woman who returned to school after four kids, bags PhD

A Woman has been celebrated on social media after she returned to school after birthing four kids, bagged her BSC, MSC and now a PH.D.

Her daughter, Sophie Bello, took to her twitter page to share ;

When I see my mom, I know that dreams are valid! Went back to school after 4 kids. She started her B.S.C while I was also in the Uni too. She enrolled for her masters & got her M.S.C. I am proud to announce she just got her P.H.D! Dr. Bukola Bello! Put some respect on that name!

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Oluwo announces separation from his Jamaican Wife, Chanel Chin.

The Oluwo of Iwoland has released an official statement that Oba (Dr.) Abdulrosheed Adewale Akanbi, Telu I and his wife, Chanel Chin have separated.

According to the official statement released, the Oluwo of Iwoland and his wife, Chanel Chin have separated based on personal irreconcilable differences.

Chanel CHin

The statement reads;

Ms Chanel Chin is an Ex-Queen of Oluwo “This is to inform the general public most especially friends and associates of the Oluwo of Iwoland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Abdulrosheed Adewale Akanbi, Telu I, that Ms Chanel Chin is an ex-queen of his majesty.

This information is necessary for the attention of the general public to avoid representation on proxy or accordance of respect attached to the sacred stool of Oluwo to her.

For personal irreconcilable differences, Chanel Chin ceased to be his Majesty’s queen.

We equally enjoin the public to disregard any business transaction or request with her using the office of his majesty”. We wish her the best in her new journey.
Alli Ibraheem, CPS to Oluwo

The marriage between the royal father and the Jamaican produced a son named Oduduwa.

Davido reacts after a Wizkid Fan said his late mother was used for rituals

It all went down earlier today on social media; a brutal exchange of words between the fans of two of Nigeria’s biggest singers, Davido and Wizkid.

While such online battles are not new to the media, the particular twitter that took place today was on another level as the fans stopped so low as to bring the parents of the singers into their conversation and exchange of insults – at one point it got really insensitive.

Apparently, a fan of Davido had called out Wizkid’s mother, saying she was an illiterate and all that… Wizkid’s Fan could not allow that slide and he gave a harsh and insensitive response.

The fan with the handle @vic wrote “They did not use Wizkid’s mother for rituals unlike Davido’s mother.”

The tweet caught the attention of Davido and the singer berated both his fans and Wizkid fans, adding that the nonsense had to stop.

“Davido FC Wizkid FC, has it gotten to this ! Bull shit disappointed in both my fans and his! Nonsense”, he wrote.

Bobrisky cops a new Bentley

Popular cross-dresser, Bobrisky has announced the arrival of her Bentley.

The transvestite, who also doubles as an Entrepreneur and Fashion influencer shared the good news on his Snapchat account.

Bobrisky bentley

This is coming after he bought himself a Range Rover for his 27th Birthday.

“My Bentley just arrived Lagos today. Clearing starts from tomorrow. God is wonderful”, he shared with his huge followings.

Bobrisky bentley

Bobrisky bentley

He also has this advise for Ladies;

Tiwa Savage left in shock after she was pulled down on stage by an overzealous fan.

Nigerian Singer, Tiwa Savage is one of the biggest music artiste in Africa and that’s a fact.

Tiwa Savage leaves Mavin Records

The above statement was proven to be true as the singer was recently tackled (albeit from excitement) by a fan as she was on stage performing one of her hit songs.

From the video shared on Instagram by the singer, the female fan can be seen bounding up the stage and grabbing the singer, causing them both to tumble to the ground.

Sharing the video, Tiwa wrote ;

My soldiers no dey gree o ??? Dec 23rd I’m ALL YOURS. Eko hotel will be filled with my beautiful ladies

Steff London reveals the one and only birthday present,she needs from Burnaboy.

Burna Boy’s girlfriend, Steff London, added a new age yesterday, December 14th and as expected, she got many wishes and love from her family and friends.

Steff later took to her twitter account to express her gratitude to everyone that showed love.

However, a nosy fan wanted to know what her Boyfriend, Burna Boy got her, the fan wrote ;

What did Burna get for you?

Steff simply replied ;

A few things ?…but im not really materialistic, just some good D***k would do tbh.?

See exchange below ;

“Delete netflix app if you are a true Christian”- Apostle Suleman and Reno Omokri reacts to the Netflix “gay Jesus” movie

A BRAZILIAN Netflix film about a gay Jesus has sparked a huge backlash – with 1 MILLION people calling for it to be pulled.

The First Temptation of Christ – a 46-minute comedy flick showing Jesus as a closeted homosexual – was released on 3 December.

It sees Jesus and a ‘friend’ named Orlando arriving at Mary and Joseph’s house for a birthday party.

Jesus tries to downplay their relationship, while Orlando hints that they’re more than friends.

The Netflix description reads: “Jesus, who’s hitting the big 3-0, brings a surprise guest to meet the family. A Christmas special so wrong, it must be from comedians Porta dos Fundos.”

Reacting to reports of the anticipated movie, Popular Nigerian Pastor, Johnson Suleman called the movie and asked his follower to boycott the app.

His tweets reads ;

Delete Netflix app on your system..unfollow them if you are a true Christian..The movie ‘gay jesus’ is an insult to christianity and abuse to our sensibilities..we stand to condemn it and all it stands for…Mad people…

Tweeting further, he wrote ;

We have 2.5billion Christians on earth,if Netflix goes ahead with this rubbish,we should boycott them.. that movie is evil,its not right and it will not stand.

Ex-Presidential aide, Reno Omokri also supported boycott of the streaming service, his tweet reads ;

If Netflix releases the the gay Jesus film, I urge all #RenosNuggeteers around the world to delete the Netflix app and cancel their subscription. If you fail to do this, you cant claim to love Christ, His Father, or me, their servant.

The other day, a misguided woman used Scripture as an ashtray. Now, @Netflix announces a film about a gay Jesus. Would they do that to the Quran? Do NOT take advantage of Christian’s tolerance. We choose non-violence. Not that we can’t be violent!

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Woman in shock after finding $37 million accidentally deposited in her bank account

An American woman identified as Ruth Balloon, received the shock of her life after she checked the balance in her bank account and found $37,000,000 extra in it.

The woman from Dallas said she had thought it was an early Christmas gift from someone until she reached out to her bank and discovered it was only an error.

“I was like, ‘wow, we have a lot of money’!, Ruth Balloon said after she checked her bank account balance with LegacyTexas Bank. “I hoped someone really gifted us with that $37-million,” she added.

After she told her husband about the shocking discovery, they called the Bank who then told them it was a clerical error.

According to her, the bank apologized and took back the money they had mistakenly deposited in Balloon’s account.

“I was a millionaire, I have a screenshot of it so I can say that now,” said Balloon. “It’s quite a story.”

She also hopes the bank will give her a reward for notifying them as soon as possible. .

“A ‘thank you’ reward would be a little bit good. Just for being a good customer and notifying them as soon as possible,” she said.

On what she would have done with money if it wasn’t a mistake, she said: “First I was going to do 10% tithing. Then I was going to donate some money and then I would have invested in real estate.”

Photos from Janemena Traditional Wedding

janemena traditional wedding

Popular Instagram twerk enthusiast, Jane Mena, On Saturday December 14th, dancer, got married to her fiance, Andre, in Delta state.

We now have photos from the ceremony.

janemena traditional wedding

janemena traditional wedding

janemena traditional wedding

janemena traditional wedding

The event was well-attended by their families and friends but this didn’t stop the dancer from doing what she knows best.

Jane wowed guests at her wedding when she hopped on her hubby and gave him a steamy lap dance.

The Instagram sensation shared the video via her Instagram page on Sunday with the caption;

“Who no like better thing??? My Husband like better thing o. TheJpExperience19.”

Watch the video below;

Update: Actress Angela Okorie gives update, claims 10 bullets were removed from her head, calls the attack an assassination attempt (video)

Nollywood Actress, Angela Okorie has described the recent robbery attack on her as an assassination attempt.

The mother-of-one was attacked by gunmen in the early hours of Saturday December 14th. It was widely believed that the attack was carried out by suspected armed robbers.

According to her, 10 bullets were removed from her head.

Sharing a video of an x-ray of her head, She wrote

Undiluted grace will never stop to exist in my home,
10 bullets was removed from my head and 2 bullets close to my eyes,
God alone deserves all the glory and honor
You are God all by your self,
I am a child of Grace
Thank you lord
Nothing in this world will ever make me ungrateful for all you’ve done in my life
And family,
The assasins kept on shooting for 30 minutes, No help from anywhere,
No human came for our rescue
Only God came for our Rescue
#epaindem
#protectmelord

Watch a video from her Live below; (PRESS PLAY BELOW)

Watch a video she shared showing an x-ray of her head below ;

Legendary Indian actress Siddharth Gita dies.

Legendary Indian actress, Gita Siddharth Kak, known for her remarkable roles in films like Parichay; Disco Dancer; and Trishul among others, passed on to Glory yesterday, December 14, 2019.

According to India Today, the actress died in the evening of December 14th. She is best known for her role in M.S. Sathyu’s 1973 classic Garam Hawa. Sathyu’s effort won a National Award as Best Feature Film on National Integration.

She received a souvenir at the ceremony for her role of Amina in the film. Gita made her debut in Gulzar’s 1972 film, Parichay, starring Jeetendra and Jaya Bhaduri. She was a familiar face on the Bollywood screen of the seventies and eighties, featuring in films such as Sholay, Trishul, Disco Dancer, Ram Teri Ganga Maili, Noorie, Desh Premee, Dance Dance, Kasam Paida Karne Wale Ki, Shaukeen, Arth, Mandi, Ek Chadar Maili Si, Gaman and Doosra Aadmi.

She was married to television host-producer and documentary filmmaker Siddharth Kak, who is known for his popular TV culture magazine, Surabhi, which aired on Doordarshan from 1990 to 2001.

‘President Trump has boosted my profile’ – Nigerian artist, Isaac Oyedele who caught Trump’s attention with drawing

21-year-old Isaac Oyedele, recently made a viral ballpoint drawing of America’s President, Donald Trump, and he was subsequently praised by the president, who described the drawing as “fantastic”.

Isaac is now enjoying his new found fame and he sat in an interview with PUNCHNG.COM, narrating how his life has dramatically changed ever since the US-President acknowledged his painting

Read excerpts from the interview:

You recently caught President Donald Trump’s attention with your drawing of him which you posted as @Doks_art, how did you learn to draw like that using ballpoint?

I learnt how to draw with a ballpoint pen by practising vigorously – the kind of practice that involves buying 10 papers and throwing nine in the dustbin. At first, it was tough! Since ink cannot be erased, I missed things up several times. There were countless failures.

I started drawing cartoons like Spiderman and those cool action characters while I was still crawling. But I started drawing professionally in 2017. I can only work with ballpoint pen, but I want to learn to use more things – people think I’m already good to go but I’m not. I do not paint.

Why was it so important to you for Trump to see it?

It was important to me because Twitter is a platform he loves using and I know with the support of others, he surely would.

When Trump described it as fantastic, how did you feel?

Wow! For the president of the United States to call my work “fantastic”, when regular people might not even look at it twice, meant everything to me.

Since President Trump described it as fantastic and said you had a talent, what opportunities have come with it?

Opportunities and doors are inevitable! Galleries and online news platforms and newspapers have reached out to me. People have offered me commissions. And I finally got to be an influencer – that’s the gift President Trump offered me. In future, I see myself dominating the arts world, having exhibitions around the world and being an influencer and a role model.

Credit To Punchng

#UFC245: Nigeria’s Kamaru Usman beats Colby Covington to win his 11th straight UFC fight and retain the Welterweight title

Nigerians stay winning !!!

The UFC 245 main event saw Nigerian born, welterweight champion Kamaru Usman retain his title in an eagerly-anticipated fight with Colby Covington , who was previously the interim champion of the division.

Kamaru, who is known as the ‘Nigerian Nightmare’ defeated Covington in the final round after multiple knockdowns, in a contest that saw the two elite wrestlers strike throughout.

Usman outboxed Covington on the feet for nearly five rounds of an epic two-way duel before finishing him via fifth-round TKO to defend his 170-pound title at UFC 245. Covington fought with a broken jaw in Round 3 and finished the fight a bloody and swollen mess after being dropped twice in the final round.

“This one is not just for me but for the whole entire world right now. I heard all week, all month since the fight got signed that Colby was in my head and this or that. I’m telling you right now the reason I’m the best in the world is because my mind is stronger than anyone in the division” Usman said. after the fight.

3 Things You Can Only Achieve On Your Own – Tobi Bakre Writes

Tobi Bakre Writes

Reality star, Tobi Bakre, says the three things that can be achieved by one’s self are; Confidence, Contentment, and Happiness.

Speaking in an Instagram post, he added that although life is not an easy ride, one needs to enjoy and also soak in the good and the bad.

He wrote:

Confidence, Happiness, Contentment, 3 things you can only achieve on your own. It’s never an easy ride. There will be trying times and moments of failure. But life is a journey not a destination. Enjoy it all. Soak in the good and the bad. It’s okay to fall but you gotta stand right back up. It’s your journey so stop looking at others. We all have different paths.

Stay and advance the cause of your motherland – Buhari tells Nigerian youths

President Buhari

President Buhari has advised young Nigerians who are in a haste to leave the country to stay back and advance the cause of their motherland.

The President who was represented at 44th convocation ceremony of the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) in Ile-Ife on Saturday December 14 by Suleiman Raman-Yusuf, the deputy executive secretary of National Universities Commission (NUC) urged universities to work out ways to increase their internally generated revenue (IGR) to enhance sustainable education.

His words ;

“It is high time that universities took more proactive roles in ensuring that graduands perform more meaningfully in the world of works.

“It is in view of this that we wish to exhort our youths to start looking inwards, stay and advance the cause of their motherland. We have no other country than Nigeria. We should remain here to salvage the country together.”

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