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Singer, Tekno leaves disturbing message after deleting all Instagram posts

Posted: 04 Oct 2019 12:30 AM PDT


Nigerian singer, Tekno has deleted all his pictures and videos on Instagram. Tekno would not be the first artiste to make such a bold move as Wizkid and Tiwa Savage have done so in the past giving no explanation for their actions.

This unusual and erratic behavior could be as a result of the "Agege" singer wanting a fresh start in his life.

Tekno deletes all Instagram posts, leaves disturbing message

Earlier this year, he underwent an extremely painful surgery to repair his vocal cord which left him with an implanted magnet in his throat. Tekno is also known to have issues with his baby mama and fellow singer, Lola Rae.

The singer also took to his Instagram story to also share a shocking message "Tables will Turn".

What could he be trying to pass across?

See the pictures below:



Full list: Burna Boy and Teni nominated for 2019 MTV Europe Music Awards

Posted: 04 Oct 2019 12:00 AM PDT


Nigerian music sensations, Burna Boy and Teni have been nominated for the 2019 MTV Europe Music Awards.

The Nigerian acts will be competing for the ' Best African Act ' category against the likes of South Africa's Nasty C, Tanzania's Harmonize and Togo's duo Toofan.

In the international scene, Ariana Grande leads with seven nods while Lil Nas X, Shawn Mendes, Billie Eilish each secured six nominations.

J Balvin follows closely with five nominations while Taylor Swift join the above contenders for 'Best U.S. Act', scoring four nominations.

See the full list below,

Best Video
Ariana Grande, "thank u, next"
Billie Eilish, "Bad guy"
Lil Nas X ft. Billy Ray Cyrus, "Old Town Road" (Remix)
Rosalia, J Balvin ft. El Guincho, "Con Altura"
Taylor Swift ft. Brendon Urie of Panic! At The Disco. "ME!"

Best Artist
Ariana Grande
J Balvin
Miley Cyrus
Shawn Mendes
Taylor Swift


Best Song
Ariana Grande, "7 Rings"
Billie Eilish, "Bad Guy"
Lil Nas X ft. Billy Ray Cyrus, "Old Town Road" (Remix)
Post Malone, Swae Lee, "Sunflower"
Shawn Mendes, Camila Cabello, "Señorita"

Best Collaboration
BTS, Halsey, "Boy With Luv"
Lil Nas X, Billy Ray Cyrus, "Old Town Road" (Remix)
Mark Ronson, Miley Cyrus, "Nothing Breaks Like a Heart"
ROSALÍA, J Balvin ft. El Guincho, "Con Altura"
Shawn Mendes, Camila Cabello, "Señorita"
The Chainsmokers, Bebe Rexha, "Call You Mine"

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Best New
Ava Max
Billie Eilish
Lewis Capaldi
Lil Nas X
Lizzo
Mabel

Best Pop
Ariana Grande
Becky G
Camila Cabello
Halsey
Jonas Brothers
Shawn Mendes

Best Live
Ariana Grande
BTS
Ed Sheeran
P!NK
Travis Scott



Best Rock
Green Day
Imagine Dragons
Liam Gallagher
Panic! At The Disco
The 1975

Best Hip-Hop
21 Savage
Cardi B
Cole
Nicki Minaj
Travis Scott

Best Alternative
FKA Twigs
Lana Del Rey
Solange
twenty one pilots
Vampire Weekend

Best Electronic
Calvin Harris
DJ Snake
Marshmello
Martin Garrix
The Chainsmokers



Best Look
Halsey
J Balvin
Lil Nas X
Lizzo
ROSALÍA

Biggest Fans
Ariana Grande
Billie Eilish
BTS
Shawn Mendes
Taylor Swift

Best Push
Ava Max
Billie Eilish
CNCO
H.E.R.
Jade Bird
Juice WRLD
Kiana Ledé
Lauv
Lewis Capaldi
Lizzo
Mabel
Rosalia

Best World Stage
Bebe Rexha Isle of MTV Malta 2019
Hailee Steinfeld Isle of MTV Malta 2018
Muse Bilbao, Spain 2018
The 1975 Lollapalooza Paris Festival 2019
twenty one pilots Lollapalooza Paris Festival 2019

Best U.K. & Ireland Act
Lewis Capaldi
Dave
Mabel
Ed Sheeran
Little Mix (Social Wildcard Winner)

Best U.S. Act
Lil Nas X
Ariana Grande
Billie Eilish
Lizzo
Taylor Swift

Best African Act
Burna Boy (Nigeria)
Harmonize (Tanzania)
Nasty C (South Africa)
Prince Kaybee (South Africa)
Teni (Nigeria)
Toofan (Togo)

Uche Maduagwu tells DJ Cuppy "I will wash your pant, If you marry me"

Posted: 03 Oct 2019 11:30 PM PDT


Nollywood controversial actor, Uche Maduagwu took to his Instagram page to reveal that he is ready to wash DJ Cuppy's pants and dresses if she will marry him.

Read also: Actor Uche Maduagwu says he regrets supporting Tacha

Uche Maduagwu has been struggling to get the attention of prominent celebrities in recent times, but all to no avail. His latest post has been cracking people up on social media.

See the caption below:

"@cuppymusic I am ready to wash your PANT and dress everyday if you marry me… Talk is cheap, if you truly #love a girl, then you must be prepared to be her house boy, thats what sacrifice is all about in a #relationship. As the biggest #ACTOR in #Nigeria that has ever gotten the attention of @chrissyteigen in #America, my fans in #Naija, #London, #Ghana and all over the world wants me to get married to #Cuppy, they believe we are #beautiful together, honestly, Cuppy is a very humble #girl, but what i admire so much about her is the fountain of her intelligence, #omg, this jewel is too intelligent, thats why i am ready to wash all her dirty PANT and #DRESS even after #wedding.

I prophecy to every #pretty girl praying to God for #MARRIAGE, as you type amen, by this time next year, God will answer your prayer speedily. #repost #instagram #FollowMe #Lagos #BBnaija2019 #instamood #pics #Nollywood #Abuja #music #PepperDem #blog #fashion"


Singer, Naira Marley makes Nollywood debut in Regina Daniel’s movie

Posted: 03 Oct 2019 11:00 PM PDT


Nigerian music superstar Azeez Eniola aka Naira Marley recently shared an unexpected piece of information with his fans and followers on social media.

The controversial rapper shared a clip on his official Instagram page that revealed that he was part of a Nollywood movie production.

Although Marley did not reveal a lot about the role he played in the film, from the clip shared, it appears the rapper's character had something to do with the larger than life lifestyle, which is often portrayed in his music videos.


The movie titled The Enemy I know was made under the production company of teen Nollywood actress and wife of Nigerian billionaire, Ned Nwoko, Regina Daniels.

Sharing the post online, Naira Marley asked his followers who would like to go and watch the movie with him.

The movie also features popular Instagram comedian Broda Shaggi, as well as a host of veteran actors and actresses in the movie industry.

See his post below:

Loud movie "the enemy I know" set to hit cinemas October 11. 🔥🔥
Who can I watch it with? Mmn
@rita.daniels06 @regina.daniels

Former BBNaija star Cee-c denies shading disqualified contestant Tacha

Posted: 03 Oct 2019 10:30 PM PDT


Former Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) housemate, Cynthia Nwadiora, popularly known as Ceec, has reacted to some internet users that attempted to twist her words.

The reality star recently shared a set of stunning photos on her official Instagram page. One of the photos, however, came with a caption that internet trolls have attempted to twist.
Cee-c had expressed that people can attempt to try to be like her, but they would never come close.

"They can steal your recipe but the sauce won't taste the same! Stay focused," the caption read


Reacting to the post, some Instagram users were spotted in the comment section suggesting that the caption was an indirect shade at Pepper Dem housemate Tacha, who many have accused of trying to be like Cee-c.

However, Cee-c did not seem to be having any of what the trolls were trying to stir, as she took to the Instastory channel of her page, to address the issue.

The reality star expressed that not every caption is a shade and as such, people should stop trying to create problem where it does not exist.




VP Yemi Osinbajo talks about Zanku, Gbe Body, Shaku Shaku, Skelewu, Sekem, Media users react

Posted: 03 Oct 2019 10:00 PM PDT


Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has shown Nigerians his social side while giving a speech during the Independence Day dinner.

The vice president showed his fun side in an attempt to entertain guests at the dinner.


As Nigeria celebrated 59 years of independence on Tuesday, October 1, Nigerian politicians and dignitaries gathered to celebrate at a dinner organised in commemoration of Nigeria's 59th Independence anniversary.

The ceremony was held at the State House Banquet Hall in Abuja. At the event, the job of entertainer and host fell on Nigeria's vice president.

Osinbajo, who was prepared for the event, wowed Nigerians with an amazing presentation that had a lot of social appeal to it.

Diamond Platnumz Becomes A Father Of Four Children

Posted: 03 Oct 2019 10:59 AM PDT


Diamond Platnumz has welcomed his fourth child with his Kenyan girlfriend, Tanasha Donna.

The Tanzanian singer took to his Instagram page to announce the birth his fourth child to his fans. Sharing of a photo of himself carrying the adorable baby boy, he wrote: 'Happy Birthday to us.'

This will be Tanasha's first child and the Tanzanian singer's fourth. Diamond has three other children, two with Ugandan socialite Zari Hassan and one with former Miss Tanzania Hamisa Mobetto.

Genevieve Nnaji’s ‘Lionheart’ is Nigeria’s Selection for 2020 Oscars

Posted: 03 Oct 2019 10:58 AM PDT

The Nigerian Oscars Selection Committee (NOSC) has selected Genevieve Nnaji's 'Lionheart' as Nigeria's submission to the International Feature Film category of the 2020 Oscars.

According to Channels News, the committee announced the selection on Wednesday, following a statutory vetting and subsequent voting of entries received from Nigerian filmmakers at home and abroad.

'Lionheart' was produced by Chinny Onwugbenu, Chichi Nwoko, Genevieve Nnaji and directed by Genevieve Nnaji, premiered at the 2018 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) and got featured as the first Netflix original film produced in Nigeria.

The movie stars Pete Edochie, Genevieve Nnaji, Nkem Owoh, Onyeka Onwenu, Kanayo .O. Kanayo, Chika Okpala, Kalu Ikeagwu, Sanni Mu'azu, Yakubu Mohammed, Ngozi Ezeonu, Peter Okoye (P-Square) and Chibuzor Azubuike (Phyno).

'Lionheart', which is Nnaji's directorial debut, tells the story of a young woman, Adaeze Obiagu (Genevieve Nnaji), who becomes saddled with the responsibility of running her sick father's business under the suffocating supervision of an uncle, played by Nkem Owoh.

Adaeze's competing business instincts and family obligations become a catalyst for drastic change not everyone is ready to embrace.

The 12-man Nigerian Oscars Selection Committee (NOSC), is chaired by Chineze Anyaene with Mahmood Ali-Balogun as vice chairman.

“Love you silly”Funke Akindele Bello shares Beautiful Photos with JJC Skillz

Posted: 03 Oct 2019 10:57 AM PDT

Funke Akindele Bello and her husband are giving us cute couple goals in new photos.

The aactress took to her Instagram page to profess her love for her hubby, JJC Skillz as she shared these new photos.

The proud mum of twin boys wrote: "#myperson #mylove @jjcskillz thank you Baba ibeji.. love you silly"

See photos below:



BBNaija: “Why Mercy Should Win Big Brother Naija” – Rita Dominic

Posted: 03 Oct 2019 10:56 AM PDT


Veteran Nollywood actress, Rita Dominic wants BBNaija to have a first female winner in the record of the show.

She has revealed why BBNaija housemate, Mercy, should emerge as the winner of Big Brother Naija, BBNaija, 2019 'Pepper dem' edition.

According to her;

It's time for a woman to win #bbnaija and I believe she has played a good game.



Tunde Ednut – “Zlatan Bigger Than Headies Next Rated Category”

Posted: 03 Oct 2019 10:53 AM PDT

Famous blogger and former musician, Tunde Ednut reacted to Zlatan's inclusion in the next rated, headies award.

It's not only Zlatan Ibile that seem not to have that much of excitement in him following his nomination in the headlines next rates award category.

Some of his fans, as well as Tunde Ednut share the same feeling about the nomination which was recently released.

According to Tundeednut, he feels and believes that the popular Zanku master is bigger than the category he was placed.

Tundeednut wrote:

I think Zlatan is bigger than this category. #FactsOnly Let's say it as it is


Mompha Purchases Another Ferrari 2days After Buying A One-Of-A-Kind Rolls Royce

Posted: 03 Oct 2019 10:51 AM PDT


Bureau De Change boss, Mompha holds a lot of records regarding automobiles. Now he just announced that he purchased a new Ferrari Spider.

This is coming 2days after Mompha sets record with his 2020 Rolls Royce Wraith Eagle viii 2020 which he also claims to be the first African in the whole world and in the Middle East to buy the luxury whip.

Mompha boasts of one of the most extensive and expensive car collections.

See photos below;


BBNaija Khafi Celebrates 500K Followers On Instagram

Posted: 03 Oct 2019 10:47 AM PDT


Big brother Naija star Khafi may not have made the top 5 on Big Brother Naija but she's already enjoying massive popularity on social media thanks to the reality show.

Khafi recently reached a milestone of 500,000 followers on Instagram.She thanked Instagram users for keeping up with her online.

I said I'd only go live on Mondays and Fridays from now on but this calls for a celebration…. Catch me live now!!! Oh AND my #youtube vlog has finally uploaded, link in bio!! ��������� #acupofkhafi


BBNaija Diane, Looks Radiant In New Pictures After Her Eviction

Posted: 03 Oct 2019 10:46 AM PDT

Reality tv star, Diane is set to take over her world after falling out of the big brother naija reality show in a recent eviction.

Diane was evicted by big brother in a surprise eviction from the reality show. Frodd with the Ultimate Veto power evicted her after a game of chance.

Diane shared first photos after the eviction where she expose some cleavage, showing off her pretty dark-skin

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Lota Chukwu Shades VP Yemi Osinbajo And His Agbada

Posted: 03 Oct 2019 10:44 AM PDT


Jenifa's Diary star, Lota Chukwu thre a shade at Vice President Yemi Osinbajo's 'agbada swag' to the Independence day celebration.

Reacting to a photo of the Vice President shared by an All Progressives Congress political analyst @DOlusegun with the caption;

"VP out here pressing necks"

Lota Chukwu asked Yemi Osinbajo and other political elites to press infrastructure, police brutality, harassment, security, the economy and other issues affecting the country with same energy because we didn't vote in Ebuka.


#BBNaija2019: Mike’s Wife Lands In Nigeria For The First Time; Ready To Meet Her Husband

Posted: 03 Oct 2019 10:41 AM PDT


Shakes Drayton, the wife of Big Brother Naija housemate, Mike is currently in Lagos, Nigeria anticipating to meet her husband in a few days.

Shakes Drayton landed in the country in the early hours of today, her first time ever being in Nigeria.

Her husband, Mike is among the top five finalist for the reality show currently in a tight competition to win the grand prize.

After spending over 10weeks without Mike, the joyous wife shared a video of herself and her luggage with the caption, 'me and my luggage are safe, First time in Nigeria'


Shina Peller celebrates 14th wedding anniversary with wifey

Posted: 03 Oct 2019 03:58 AM PDT


Entrepreneur and socialite, Shina Peller, is celebrating his 14th wedding anniversary this Wednesday, October 2.

Peller, who is popularly known as the king of nightlife, took to his social media page to celebrate the new feat attained in his marriage.

The socialite revealed that he has enjoyed a great marriage with his wife whom he has known for 22 years.

Peller noted that she has been a pillar of strength and support through good and bad times while praising her for her support through the years.

He prayed that God would bless them with more achievements.

He said: "Happy 14th wedding anniversary, my darling wife. Although we've been together for 22 years now, you've always been a pillar of strength and support to me. My partner, my mother, my manger, my best friend, an amazing wife and awesome mother to our beautiful children. You have always been there through thick and thin, through the great times and not so nice times. May Almighty God continue to bless us with more achievements, more blessings, good health, and happiness. Happy wedding anniversary baby."

The couple is blessed with two children, Sultan and Naomi.

Ex BBNaija Housemate, Ifu Ennada iIn Pains After She Was “Used And Dumped”

Posted: 03 Oct 2019 03:56 AM PDT


Ifu Ennada is a Nigerian film actor and fashion designer and a former BBNaija housemate.

She is also an award winning actress known for winning the AMAA award for Best Young and Promising Actor in the movie O-Town.

In a rather emotional post on Instagram, Ifu Ennada laments bitterly as she reveals she is deeply hurt with the attitude of people towards her.

According to her post, she has got only users around her, people who always take and not give back in return.

See her post below;



Symply Tacha says in new video “I am a better TACHA”

Posted: 03 Oct 2019 03:51 AM PDT


The BBNaija Pepper Dem reality show took a new dimension after one of the controversial housemates and top contender, Tacha, was disqualified from the competition.

After Tacha's exit from the show, her fans clamoured to hear from her as they even claimed the organisers held her hostage in the hotel and prevented her from going home.


Well, to quell all the rumours and reassure her fans, Tacha has yet again shared a video message on her Instagram page.

In the video, the queen of titans appreciated her fans for their sweat and all the effort they put towards keeping her safe from eviction, and she also used the medium to apologize for letting them down. Acknowledging that she is human and prone to mistakes.

Tacha, however, declared that she is a new person, a new leave and will do her best to make her fans and followers proud of her.

She ended the video with her infamous catchphrase – "No Leave, No Transfer"

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