In a video trending on social media, Nigeria’s richest man, Aliko Dangote is relishing his Gelato Ice with his friends and the video has prompted reactions from Nigeria.
Sharing the video, his close friend and fellow Billionaire, Femi Otedola wrote ;
The One & Only Authentic Nigerian Trillionaire, Aliko DANGOTE catches the #GELATO bug ???? … F.Ote??
Aliko Dangote GCON is a Nigerian business magnate, investor, and owner of the Dangote Group, which has interests in commodities in Nigeria and other African countries. As of March 2019, he had an estimated net worth of US$10.6 billion
Chairman of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, MC Oluomo, has reacted to the backlash he received over his invitation to speak at a programme in the University of Lagos.
MC Oluomo was invited by the National Association of Geography Students, UNILAG chapter to give a speech at their function today September 19th but the invitation was greeted with widespread criticism. Many Nigerians felt that MC Oluomo who is not educated, should not be given a platform in a citadel of learning such as the University of Lagos.
Reacting to the criticism, MC Oluomo said he did not attend the event again as he is currently in Abuja attending to urgent matters. He wondered why Nigerians would not want to give an opportunity to a person like him.
MC Oluomo said ;
“I don’t know the reason people are going against the invitation because the people who invited him knew what they wanted him to say. If he had gone there and said something wrong, then the critical reactions would have been justified.
“Is it a crime not to be educated? Should people who did not go to school go and commit suicide? I think that if someone did not go to school and has a large following, it is enough reason for people to invite him to occasions. Those who invited him for the event had a strong reason for doing it.
“People are judging MC Oluomo based on hearsay. You don’t judge a book by its cover. We are also making efforts to change the negative impression people have about him.”
Tania Omotayo has shared a beautiful new photo of her baby daughter on Instagram.
The excited mum shared a photo of Sarai Sumbo’s hair in three buns and said it took her over an hour to get the hair done because her child won’t sit still.
Sharing the photo, she wrote ;
Sai’s first hair style ? .These 3 puffs took me over an hour because my madam wouldn’t stay in one place. Please How do y’all do your daughters hair o? This one pass my power
Nigerian Slay Queeng, Idris Okunneye, popularly known as Bobrisky has reacted to the staged protest by youths in Abuja.
Bobrisky
Recall that Nigerian youths numbering over 500 took to the streets in Abuja to protest against what they described as moral decadence of Bobrisky. (Read here)
Bobrisky took to his instagram page to share a post with the caption ; “I come in peace. Still glowing in the dark,” and a fan dropped a comment that got him to react to the anti-Bobrisky protest in Abuja.
The fan wrote;
“Bob you are now a national problem lol paid lazy youths are protesting against you oo”
The 27-year-old prominent social media influencer responded, he wrote;
“you want to put ,e in trouble pls o I no see any video”
Taking a moment away from the much publicized war between herself and Lizzy Anjorin, Toyin Abraham has taken to social media to share a beautiful family photo herself, hubby and their adorable son.
The Nollywood actress and proud mother, Toyin Abraham shared this beautiful family photo of herself posing with her husband, Kola Ajeyemi, while carrying their newborn son, Ire.
See photo below ;
Toyin Abraham also denied the claims by Liz Anjorin that she gave birth at a ‘traditional home.’
The Nollywood actress revealed this in a video while trying to debunk the claims by fellow actress, Liz Anjorin who insists that the baby was born in a traditional home. Liz had in one of her numerous attacks on Toyin, said that she gave birth to her child in a traditional home.
Nigerian singer Peter Okoye of defunct music group Psquare, recently took to his social media page to share pictures in which he was spotted posing with his luxurious fleet of cars.
The Singer was looking sharp and smart in suit as he posed for the camera in the garage of his house.
However, even more interesting is the caption that accompanied the photo post that was shared by the talented singing star.
Peter expressed that he feels so glad that he is becoming the person he should have been for a long time.
“So glad I am becoming the person I should have been a long time ago #Blessed,” the caption read.
25 students of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, LAUTECH, Ogbomosho, Oyo State have been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over their alleged involvement in cybercrime including romance scam, love scam, possession of forged documents and obtaining money by false pretence.
The arrested students said to be between the ages of 18-29 were identified as Pelumi Adigun, 18; Umaru Frederick, 21; Damilola Emmanuel, 22; Tomiwa Oyewole, 29; Adeleke Owolabi, 24; Oladosu Abdullahi, 23; Abdulmusaq Ismail, 25; Isajimi Joshua, 23; Olaniyan Tunde, 22, and Ebosele Francis, 28.
The students’ arrest which was effected in a three-day raid carried out between September 16 and 19, came after Ismail snitched them out. It was gathered that Ismail who confessed to his involved in internet fraud took the EFCC operatives round the hostel, leading to the arrest of many.
EFCC’s statement reads in part;
The students, who are aged between 18 and 29 years old, were arrested at their off-campus hostels, following a three-day raid carried out between September 16 and 19, 2019. Operatives acted on the intelligence report, which was investigated using sophisticated equipment. The raid also followed months of surveillance and monitoring of their activities.
In the course of executing the search, Ismail, who confessed to being involved in internet fraud, took operatives round hostels, leading to the arrest of many of the culprits. Some of the suspects who jumped over the fence to escape arrest were nabbed in the process.
Some of the items recovered from them, which are believed to be the proceeds of their illegal activities online, include, a 4matic Benz, a Toyota Camry, a Toyota Corolla, two Macbook computers, two iPads, two iPhones and many other documents, which will be subjected to forensic analysis.
The suspected internet fraudsters, who are currently in the custody of the EFCC will be soon be arraigned in court.
Big Brother Naija housemate, Tacha has yet again is trending on the internet after a video showing her burnt face and knuckles surfaced online.
Recall that throwback photos have proven that the housemates, who gained her fame from posting raunchy photos and videos of herself, was originally a dark-skinned lady while growing up.
The video which was shared by fans of the ongoing reality show has led to the Instagram influencer being bashed on social media. However, Port-harcourt based singer, Mr. 2kay, who is an avid supporter of Tacha, said she’d use part of the 60 Million Naira she’d win from the reality show to buy ‘Knuckles cream’.
Nigerian music executive, Michael Collins Ajereh popularly known as Don Jazzy in post he shared on his social media gave an insight on how he treats his employees.
Don Jazzy
The Mavin boss while dismissing claims that people in the entertainment industry are not serious, revealed how he treats the members of staff under his employment.
Don Jazzy said he has over 35 employers working for him, and in the seven years of operating his business, he has never had any reason to owe them their salaries.
Taking to his twitter page, Jazzy wrote ;
“No be say na mouth. I keep hearing entertainers are not serious blah blah blah. I can proudly say I have over 35 staffs and for 7 years of MAVIN. I never owe salary. Not all your serious companies can say that sha.”
The leader of the Nigerian Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) Lagos chapter, Musiliu Akinsanya aka MC Oluomo is trending on social media following his invitation as a Special guest at a seminar scheduled to hold inside University of Lagos (UNILAG).
MC Oluomo’s invitation has angered alot of poeple online saying, ‘how can a National Thug be allowed to talk in UNILAG and Sowore wasn’t welcome?”.
Read reactions below ;
OmiyefaOlaoluwa wrote ;
MC Oluomo invited as a special guest to give a speech in #Unilag, meanwhile Sowore was stopped from attending various events he was invited to for reasons best known to the school authorities. Imagine MC Oluomo giving a speech to #Unilag students We are mad in this country
@Ogbeniafolabi wrote ;
I just read somewhere that MC Oluomo will be giving a lecture in UNILAG.
Is this true?
I am sincerely hoping his topic will be centred around Thuggery & HR MGt. Anything outside this will be really outside his topic of competence.
@chikanels wrote;
Why are we angry that Mc Oluomo is a keynote speaker in a Unilag event?
Let’s learn to not Underrate people in this country please,
If someone without a Certificate could be President, an Agbero could lecture in a University.
Nigeria is a Country of all possibilities.
@EdogunChris wrote ;
In 2019 people still feel formal education is the only way to get knowledge.if you fault mc oluomo been a guest speaker in Unilag because u think his not educated then u need to revaluate.
@junnielexia wrote ;
Here we go again Nigerians thinking that the only way u can get educated is through schooling. That’s the biggest trap of the century. We get educated by getting knowledge which can be available everywhere. MC oluomo is super qualified and experienced to speak in unilag.
Over 500 Nigerian youths staged a protest in Abuja against the lifestyle of cross-dresser, Idris Okunneye, popularly known as Bobrisky.
The protesters who are under the umbrellaof National Youths Council of Nigeria, stated that they are in support of the stance taking against him by the National Centre for Arts and Culture , National Council of Women Society , Christian Association of Nigeria and other organizations.
Bobrisky
The youths proceeded with placards to the National Assembly , Force Headquarters and stopped at NCAC.
The activities of Bobrisky were described as ungodly by the Vice President of NYCN (North Central Zone ), Mukhtar Jebba.
Mukhtar said , “Consequently , the NYCN today , September 18 2019 declares Bobrisky as persona non grata , as he is a man (not a woman ) . For national interest, we call on the ever – conscious, ever- ready , combatant Nigerian youths and comrades of like minds to, without fear or favour , kick out Bobrisky and his likes wherever they come across them. Nigeria is not a place for LGBT and we shall fight this to the end . ”
Leader of the Senate, Yahaya Abdullahi has reacted to Nigerians anger about the fact that senate members of the 9th Assembly are to use about N5.5 billion to purchase vehicles.
According to Leadership Newspaper, the Senator said people are just being mischievous adding that there is no way you can give people responsibilities in the National Assembly and then you expect them to come and work with their cars.
“Ministers are given official cars, not just one car. In some cases, the ministers that never run for any election get three to four cars. There are directors who have more than three or four jeeps at their disposal.
I was a Perm Sec, so I know what obtains in government. So for someone to come out and say, a Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria should not be given an ordinary Jeep is wrong.
I think that is an insult. People do not really appreciate the role Senators play in the national polity. This issue of cars is mischievous or complete lack of appreciation of the work that senators do.
Several of these senators are the ones ensuring that they provide water for their communities because the local governments in most states are no longer functioning,” he said.
“It is an insult to say that a senator of the Federal Republic cannot ride a jeep in Nigeria. It is an insult. I know what ministers get; we cannot even compare ourselves to ministers because we are higher than the minister(s).
For you to say that a senator of the Federal Republic cannot drive a jeep today — come on, that is an insult. Go and tell the people that the work that we do is more than the work of ministers,” he added.
Nigerian Superstar Blogger, Linda Ikeji is celebrating her birthday today, and she took to her social media page to share stunning photos to mark her new age.
Linda wrote ;
It’s my birthday today, guys! My last year as a 30-something year old! ???. But I am so grateful for how far God has brought me. For all the blessings I don’t take for granted; for my son, parents, siblings, great friends, loyal fans, everyone who has followed my journey and to you reading this! . Happy birthday to me! Thank you so much for all the well wishes. God bless you and yours! #Sept19 #Virgogirl
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State gave N20,000 to each of the second batch of 315 Nigerians evacuated from South Africa.
The second batch of returnees arrived a week after another 187 Nigerians fleeing xenophobia came back from South Africa.
The flight, which originated from the OR Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg was received by Mrs Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission and Air Peace Chairman, Allen Onyema. Also on ground was Jermaine Sanwo-Olu, Senior Special Assistant to the Lagos State Governor on Diaspora.
Presenting the token on behalf of Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Jermaine Sanwo-Olu said that the money was a palliative for the returnees saying that the returnees from Lagos State would be transferred to the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF), where they would be trained on skill acquisition.
The battle between Nollywood stars, Liz Anjorin and Toyin Abraham lingers on as Lizzy has shared another video insisting Toyin welcomed her baby, Ire, in a traditional maternity center in Lagos.
Yesterday, Toyin released a video that showed the moment she welcomed her son in a hospital in Lagos state.
Anjorin says the video Toyin released was cooked up. Speaking in Yoruba, the actress insisted that Toyin welcomed her son in a traditional maternity center.
Davido took out time from his busy schedule to take his second daughter, Hailey, swimming on Wednesday, September 18th.
The DMW boss who is expecting a boy from his engaged lover, Chioma, took to social media to share adroable videos and photos of him teaching Hailey, how to swim.
See video below ;
The music star hinted this via his Twitter page on Tuesday, September 17, 2019. According to him, Chris Brown wants to be on his train and he finds it hilarious.
“Chris say he wan Dey my train oooo ?? Imagine Chris in attire !!!” he tweeted.
Singer, 2face Idibia, turned a year older yesterday September 18th and his wife, Annie, took to her Instagram page to express how deep their love is.
Sharing a video showing some of their loved up moments, Annie wrote ;
Your love isn’t perfect ! But one thing i am 1000% sure of is we CANT live without each other!!! Together we are STRONGER! No One Could Have ever love me the way u to do! lawwwwwdddd you make me laugh out LOUDDDD so much all the damnnn time !! Thanks for filling our home with so much laughter and happiness! gosh! i know i push all your every buttons by now i 4 don get black eye with my sharp mouth )but your patient is overwhelming, your Love is sooo HEALING. For all the times i made u sad “I AM SORRY “ For all the times i didn’t listen “I AM SORRY” For all the times i doubted You “I AM SORRY “ And All The Times i didn’t love u enough “I AM SORRY” I L O V E U H A P P Y B I R T H D A Y My World ♥? #acoupleofforevers #UJAN #LYTID @official2baba
Recently evicted Big Brother Naija Housemate, Khafi Kareem, has finally cleared the air on Tacha’s reported body odour, which has been dominating news headlines this past week.
Big Brother Naija housemate, Tacha is one who has controversy surrounding her, one of the recent ones being the body odour issue.
Body odour became ascribed to Tacha after some of the housemates claimed that she does not have a pleasant smell.
Speaking on that topic, Khafi asserted the fact that indeed, she had some issues in that department but the way Mike handled it was simply wrong.
Ghanaian comedian, Funny Face has said the challenges he faced which in turn affected growth in his comedy career, was due to Ghana’s population which he claimed is made up of 60% witches.
Funny Face who got a breakthrough in his comedy career after headlining Night of 1010 Laughs in 2010, complained about having over a million followers on social media but getting no response and engagement on his posts.
He said “60% of Ghanaians are witches whiles 40% of them are people who will want you to succeed in what they do. In Ghana they won’t push you and when you are pushing yourself too they will fight you”.
Here is a video of the interview he had with Joy Prime below;
Ghanaian actress Yvonne Nelson has revealed shocking detail about her life on social media. The actress made the revelation while answering questions posted by fans on Twitter.
The actress was asked by a fan to reveal the first time she had intercourse, when she replied, her answer came as a shock.
The beautiful mother of one claimed that the first time she ever had intercourse in her life was in 2017. She expressed that it was on February 14, 2017, during the Valentine’s Day celebrations that year.
The 33-year-old actress, has a daughter with her ex-lover, Jamie Roberts. Her daughter’s name is Ryn Roberts.
Former Big Brother Naija star turned actor Tokunbo Idowu, popularly known as TBoss, has finally unveiled her newborn baby girl to the world. The new mother showed off her daughter in a beautiful photo
On the Instagram post, TBoss shared a touching message for her daughter, making a promise to always hold her daughter’s heart even more tenderly than she would hold hers.
Her caption reads ;
”Flesh of my Flesh.
Blood of my Blood.
I will Forever hold your heart even more tenderly than I would hold mine.
I Love you -Always & Forever & a Day more
Harela Uba, a 22-year-old housewife, has been arrested for allegedly killing the 3-day-old baby boy of her husband’s second wife in Shakodna, Niger State. .
She was arrested after their husband, Uba Saidu, reported the matter to the police.
Upon interrogation, Harela Uba confessed to giving her 7-year-old daughter, Khadija, a poisonous substance to administer on the child.
According to Mr. Uba, his second wife, Fa’iza, had gone to the bathroom and left her three-day-old baby boy in her room, but when she returned, she discovered white foam coming out from his mouth.
He was immediately rushed to General Hospital, Kuta, where he was confirmed dead. The Police then invited Harela, who is eight-month pregnant, for questioning, being the only one at home when the incident happened.
Nollywood Actress, Ify Okeke has taken to her instagram to send a message to body-shaming trolls, stating that getting body-shamed doesn’t move her no matter how it comes.
The Nollywood actress added that she gets upset when she gets DMs and calls from people whining about being depressed when its all linked to the feeling of being inferior over their body size.
She wrote;
Anybody who knows me to well know that BODY SHAMING ME DIRECTLY or INDIRECTLY doesn’t move me. Yes, am an emotional person but that part NO DEY WORK! Truly I had to do this to help a lot of people. Everyday I get CALLS, DMs, SMS, WHATSPP, MESSENGERS etc with cry of DEPRESSION or a question of HOW DO YOU DO IT? And what’s causing the DEPRESSION? COMPLEX! INFERIORITY COMPLEX ABOUT THEIR BODY SIZE.
And I get so upset when they start with the whining part…MY DEAR, NOBODY WILL LOVE YOU IF YOU DON’T LOVE YOURSELF! I IFEOMA UZOAMAKA OGECHUKWU NNENNA EJEHI RACHAEL BOSE IYABO ARIYKE KEMI ELIZABETH MARIAIMMACULATE ONOME BEAUTY have NEVER wished to be like anybody.
There’s nothing in this world I want to wear that I cannot wear as long as I look at myself in the mirror and feels OK am set to go. Growing up have always had slimmer friends, sometimes am the youngest amongst us all or we’re all within the same age bracket but looks older because of my size, even the industry judged me same way not just me but every plussize person. Which one will I kill myself for? MY VOICE OR SIZE? None because have Always love me for ME.
I FLAUNT IT WHEN I CHOOSE AND HOW I CHOOSE TO. Have got HOT LEGS, MY EVER SWEET FACE, MY SEXY VOICE, MY FINE UNIQUE GAP TOOTH, MY MAN U, MY ARESNAL, GODDDDDDDD and someone is hating herself for her gift. Please Help them to appreciate themselves and ROCK THE WORLD
Nigerian billionaire, Femi Otedola has paid the medical expenses of legendary reggae icon, Majek Fashek who is terribly sick and stranded at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in London.
Otedola’s intervention came after Majek Fashek’s manager, Uzoma Day Omenka, revealed the dire situation the musician is in.
Uzoma Day said, ‘we really appreciate him for coming through and taking care of the hospital bills. Its a huge relief and we are grateful. We however still need more support from well meaning Nigerians to take care of other expenses.
According to him, Majek is recuperating and hopefully will be out of danger in no time.
Recently, we had a chat with the CEO of Money Making Machine Gang, Agbontan Godson Owens AKA Owens Leo where he talked about his life as a serial entrepreneur, struggles in the entertainment industry and his future plans.
Below is an excerpt from the chat:
Good day Mr. Godson. I would you like to introduce yourself and tell us exactly what you do?
Owens Leo: I’m Mr Agbontan Godson Owens but I go by Owens Leo. I am the CEO of MMMG record label and I own a lounge/Night Club amongst other businesses.
Why record label? What motivated you to venture into that line of business?
Owens Leo: Because I have always loved good music, And I can sing as well. I have actually had an interest in music right from my childhood but I was never opportuned to chase that career.
How long have you been into the music business?
Owens Leo: I have been into the music business since 2009. But my record label was officially launched 2 years ago. Then I signed my first artiste “White man” this year.
How has it been since opening your record label?
Owens Leo: Well since 2017, it’s not really been easy but we’ve both been together. My artist was first working with me as a hypeman in the club, then I found out that he actually got the talent plus he’s a good entertainer. I decided to sign him after listening to his songs, which I noticed had good messages to deliver unlike the regular Naija jams.
Good messages to deliver? What do you mean?
Owens Leo: Well, we have different types of naija songs, some true life story, some inspirational, while others are not
So which is Whiteman’s?
Owens Leo: Inspirational and motivational songs. We believe in working before eating, hence the reason for his genre.
The Delta state born also talked about his earlier days when he used to sing while schooling in Russia.
Being a singer yourself, one would think you would have released a song or two.?
Owens Leo: Yes actually, i have released some songs; one I collaborated with some of my Russian friends, while I was in Russia schooling. But then, I didn’t take it serious because I was not financially gallant.
How long were you in Russia?
Owens Leo: I have been to Greece and Russia. I was in Russia for 2 years pursuing my education. But i didn’t finish school there due to the cold, It wasn’t good for my chest, so I had to return home, collected my transcript and enrolled in Adonai Institute, Benin Republic where I eventually finished and went for my youth service in 2016.
What did you study?
Owens Leo: Computer Science.
Do you have intentions of pursuing anything in computer science despite your entertainment business?
Owens Leo: Yes, I still want to go for my Masters in the future. Very soon
Talking about staying relevant in the entertainment industry, the father of two stated that he has been trying to establish several businesses that will ensure his money keeps coming and for posterity sake toi. Despite starting out as a hair-stylist, Mr. Owens claims he has always been ambitious and he has more investment up his sleeves.
So how has it been since 2017? Owning a record label in the competitive Nigerian industry? How do you manage to combine it with the club/lounge running?
Owens Leo: It hasn’t been easy, and that is also the reason why I haven’t signed up any artist since I started until the club began to pick up gradually. Though I also have other business I do, I usually stock farm products like red oils, melons and ogbolor. I buy when its cheap and sell when it increases in price.
How long have the club been in operation?
Owens Leo: Going to 5years now
What is the motivation behind pursuing all these businesses at once?
Owens Leo: Music business needs money and without funds to push it, your passion is wasted.
To what do you attribute your success?
Owens Leo: My club and red oil for now. And partly, my recording studio.
You keep surprising me, So How do you combine all these businesses with family life?
Owens Leo: It’s not been easy though but God all the way. I used to even own a Unisex Beauty Palace, I ran that for 3years before handing it over to my kid sister to manage. It’s registered – Owensleo Unisex Beauty Palace.. I can make hair; fixing specifically.
My wife is also a huge support to my club and my guest house.
I saw a recent post of you and Davido. Is something in the works? Should we expect a collaboration soon?
Owens Leo: Yeah very soon. Collaboration with Davido is cooking already.
Great. Which other artists are you looking to work with?
Owens Leo: Burnaboy And Olamide
Okay. What are your future plans regarding your business?
Owens Leo: I only believe in the present, the future is not sure for anyone, Maybe, you can call me the only man who doesn’t believe in insurance, because my life itself is not assured. I’m the type who loves entertainment, like I have strippers in my club. So, in the future, I believe I will consider having a hotel and a concert location that can take thousands of population.
Do you have anything more that you feel the public should know about?
Owens Leo: That’s all for now
One last thing, why the name money making machine gang?
Owens Leo: Because it’s a Motivational Name. Names does several works in our life.
Oh I see. Thanks for your time. I wish you all the very best
Angry Youths under the umbrella of “Save Sapele Group” embarked on a peaceful protest in Delta State on Tuesday, September 17th to condemn cybercrime and Internet fraud in the country.
Speaking during the peaceful protest, one of the leaders said, “the protest was to condemn the activities of some misguided elements that engage in despicable activities such as Internet fraud, cybercrimes and kidnapping in Sapele”.
Speaking further, he said ;
“we don’t want ‘Yahoo yahoo’, we don’t want Internet fraud, we say no to 419 and ritual killings and stated that Sapele is known for commendable activities and not illegal acts as being portrayed”.
