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Diddy To Launch Cable Network

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Diddy To Launch Cable Network  | Read More
Thursday, January 26th, 2012

The network will have an estimated viewing base of about 18 million homes…

Ne-Yo Appointed Motown Records VP

R&B singer Ne-Yo attends the Red Tails premiere
R&B singer Ne-Yo attends the "Red Tails" premiere at the Ziegfeld Theater on January 10  | Read More
Thursday, January 26th, 2012

His new position will see him overseeing production, song writing, mentoring the label’s artists as well as talent hunting…

Colleague Confirms Actor Lekan Lekinson’s Death

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Colleague Confirms Actor Lekan Lekinson's Death  | Read More
Thursday, January 26th, 2012

Lekinson was known for his many roles in Yoruba movies where he was usually portrayed as a minor antagonist.

‘Amber Rose Is A Thief’ – Ex Publicist Claims

Amber Rose, Kanye West, Kim Kardashian
Amber Rose, Kanye West, Kim Kardashian  | Read More
Wednesday, January 25th, 2012

The former publicist told the media recently that Amber had been dis-honest over the real reasons behind her split with the G.O.O.D Music label founder, West, and described her attitude as repugnant…

Chimamanda Adichie’s ‘Half of a Yellow Sun’ Set For Screen Adaptation

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Chimamanda Adichie  | Read More
Wednesday, January 25th, 2012

The movie which will be shot in Nigeria is to be handled by writer-director Biye Bandele, while UK producers Andrea Calderwood (The Last King of Scotland) and Gail Egan (The Constant Gardener) have recently secured crucial private equity backing from Nigeria in order to move the anticipated project forward.

Nigerian Idol: Second Set Of Finalists Emerge

Idiare Alimomo; judges Charley Boy, Yinka Davies, Jeffery Daniel Elvis Daniel; during the screening of Nigerian Idol Season 2 at the Dream Studios
Idiare Alimomo; judges Charley Boy, Yinka Davies, Jeffery Daniel Elvis Daniel; during the screening of Nigerian Idol Season 2 at the Dream Studios  | Read More
Wednesday, January 25th, 2012

As the show unfolds, all awaits the announcement of the contestants that will go home with prize money of $100,000 (N15.6M)…

Hydropus: Soyinka Coins Metaphor For Nigerian Legislature

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Hydropus: Soyinka Coins Metaphor For Nigerian Legislature  | Read More
Wednesday, January 25th, 2012

Professor Soyinka also called for the complete overhaul of the Nigerian system of government as a means of solving the problem of corruption.

Double Or Nothing! Big Brother Africa Dangles $300,000 Prize

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2011 winners - Wendall and Karen Igho  | Read More
Wednesday, January 25th, 2012

So you can sign up with anyone – bestie, lover, wife, neighbour, mom, dad, colleague or even your boss at work!

Femi Kuti Blasts Past Leaders Over Nigeria’s Woes

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Femi Kuti Blasts Past Leaders Over Nigeria's Woes   | Read More
Wednesday, January 25th, 2012

By Joseph Akahome Femi Kuti addresses guests at the Town Hall meeting Three time Grammy Award nominee and leading Afro Beat exponent, Femi Kuti, has slammed past Nigerian leaders, blaming them for the corruption which is currently plaguing the country. Kuti made this assertion, while introducing a new song through its lyrics, during the Save [...]

Demi Moore Rushed To Hospital For Substance Abuse

Demi Moore
Demi Moore Rushed To Hospital For Substance Abuse   | Read More
Wednesday, January 25th, 2012

Sources say she is being placed in a facility to ‘seek further professional assistance’…

Mr Ibu Loses 2 Year Old Son

Mr Ibu and wife, Stella
Mr Ibu and wife, Stella  | Read More
Wednesday, January 25th, 2012

Reports say Ibu lost his two-year-old son fondly called Mandy to food poisoning.

Crisis Averted As Nigerian Idol Studios Burns

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A shot of Nigerian Idol contestants at the Dreams Studio, Ogba, Lagos  | Read More
Tuesday, January 24th, 2012

It is believed the quick response of the Fire Emergency Squad reduced major damages that would have been caused.

Star-Studded Line Up for D’banj’s ‘Oliver’ Video

D'banj and Big Sean
D'banj and Big Sean  | Read More
Tuesday, January 24th, 2012

Reports say The Entertainer who has been busy with other G.O.O.D Music label mates, recording songs for the forthcoming label…

‘Hip-Hop Artists Are Scared To Visit Africa’ – Nas

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‘Hip-Hop Artists Are Scared To Visit Africa’ - Nas  | Read More
Tuesday, January 24th, 2012

Nas says his colleagues do not like to visit Africa because they are afraid of the ‘dark continent.’..

Lady Gaga, Katy Perry Pay Tribute To Soul Queen Etta James

Katy Perry and Lady Gaga
Katy Perry and Lady Gaga  | Read More
Tuesday, January 24th, 2012

Other celebrities who had earlier paid tributes to the late soul diva include Beyonce, Kelly Rowland and Bryan Adams.

Tosyn Bucknor Joins Toke Makinwa and Oreka Godis for ’3 Live Chicks’

3 Live Chicks
(L-R) Oreka Godis, and Tosyn Bucknor  | Read More
Tuesday, January 24th, 2012

The show will simply cater to ‘lovers of African content’ as it explores happenings, events and other rich content from the most entertaining point of view

Kevin Federline Visits Hospital Twice in 2 Months

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Kevin Federline  | Read More
Monday, January 23rd, 2012

Federline, 33 who has been battling an overweight case for a while…

Contestant Withdrawn From Big Brother Brazil After Rape Claim

Big Brother Brazil
Reports say Daniel Echaniz raped Monique Amin in bed...  | Read More
Monday, January 23rd, 2012

Real life drama of the absurd was played out on live reality TV as a contestant in the Brazilian version of ‘Big Brother’ allegedly raped a fellow housemate while she was asleep…

Jayz’s Club 40/40 Closed Over Health Violations

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Jayz's Club 40/40 Closed Over Health Violations  | Read More
Monday, January 23rd, 2012

The club was hit with 69 health violations and was closed immediately…

Aki and Wife Honeymoon in Dubai

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Aki and wife N at their traditional wedding ceremony in   | Read More
Monday, January 23rd, 2012

Aki, is reportedly honeymooning in Dubai with his wife of less than a month, Nneoma…

Lady Gaga To Launch Anti-Bullying Foundation

Lady Gaga performs at New Year's Eve 2012 in Times Square
Lady Gaga performs at New Year's Eve 2012 in Times Square  | Read More
Saturday, January 21st, 2012

The aim of the foundation is to empower youths, encourage equality, and eliminate bullying.

Seal’s Marriage To End After 6 Years

Heidi Klum and Seal
Seal's Marriage To End After 6 Years  | Read More
Saturday, January 21st, 2012

Heidi Klum, 38, cited ‘irreconcilable differences’ as the reason for the surprise split…

Channels TV Reporter Enenche Akogwu, Killed In Kano Blasts

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Late Enenche Akogwu  | Read More
Saturday, January 21st, 2012

According to Channels TV official website, Akogwu, 31 was said to have been shot unknown gunmen suspected to be members of the Boko Haram sect…

American Stars Praise Fela!

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Sahr Ngaujah plays the title role in Fela!

Sahr Ngaujah plays the title role in "Fela!" on Broadway in New York, U.S., in this handout photo released to the media on Monday, Nov. 23, 2009. The new musical, staged by Bill T. Jones, follows the career and music of the Nigerian singer and social activist from the streets of lagos to international stardom. Photographer: Monique Carboni/Kornberg P.R. via Bloomberg *** Local Caption *** Sahr Ngaujah EDITOR'S NOTE: NO SALES. EDITORIAL USE ONLY.  | Read More
Friday, January 20th, 2012

Kanye West says he found the production ‘inspiring’.

Bruce Springsteen Gears Up For 17th Album

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Bruce Springsteen Gears Up For 17th Album  | Read More
Friday, January 20th, 2012

The album which consists of 11 songs and two special edition bonus tracks was produced by multi-award–winning producer Ron Aniello.

Tee A’s Tymeout Lounge Relocates

Tee A's Tymeout Lounge Relocates  | Read More
Friday, January 20th, 2012

The entertainment entrepreneur, who set up the lounge in 2010, says ‘the business is bigger and expanding, and we saw the need to move to a bigger property still within the same vicinity’.

EME’s Looking for a Female Act!

Skales, Banky W and Wizkid With Tee A on Tyme Out With Tee A show
Skales, Banky W and Wizkid With Tee A on Tyme Out With Tee A show  | Read More
Friday, January 20th, 2012

the pop label is searching for the lady that’ll join Wizkid, Skales and Banky W on the label.

Kunle Afolayan: ‘My Next Movie Will Win an Oscar’

Kunle Afolayan
Kunle Afolayan: 'My Next Movie Will Win an Oscar'  | Read More
Friday, January 20th, 2012

Actor-Director Kunle Afolayan is confident his next project will win Nigeria her first Academy Awards.

Kenny G’s Wife Files For Legal Separation

Kenny G and Lyndie
Kenny G and Lyndie  | Read More
Friday, January 20th, 2012

Lyndie Benson-Gorelick has cited ‘irreconcilable differences’ as the reason for the sudden separation

Kodak Files For Bankruptcy Protection

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The Kodak, invented by George Eastman (1854-1932)  | Read More
Thursday, January 19th, 2012

Antonio Perez, chairman and chief executive of Kodak says the company had shed 47,000 jobs and closed 13 manufacturing plants and 130 processing labs since 2003…