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September 08, 2020

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Banker narrates how God used him to elevate a security guard to a higher position

Posted: 08 Sep 2020 02:30 AM PDT

A Nigerian banker, Ayomide Babalola-mr Flow has narrated how God used him to elevate a security guard to a better position in the bank.

In his Facebook post, he revealed that the security guard had told him about having an OND certificate.

Following a vacant position in the bank, the security guard whose name was given as Idris was able to secure the job through Ayomide's help, after passing the necessary aptitude test.

Read as he wrote on facebook;

"THE ONE WEEK MIRACLE

From the first day, I resumed in XYZ branch, September 2015, I had noticed IDRIS.

Chai!!! You could not miss him with his smart and military-like salute for staff and customers.

A few months down the line, he requested to see me and told me, "Oga, I have an OND certificate and I am almost through with my University degree program(Part-Time)."

Wow, I was amazed but happy for him and encouraged him.

Fast-forward to Dec 2019, one of our staff members got a higher role in the bank and was about to be moved to another department. Idris came to me and told me he was qualified and interested in the 'would be vacant position'. My interest was piqued. Nothing gets me more than people development especially my team members.

One of the initiatives I introduced,(away from the norm,)was insisting that all security guards be part of the daily meetings and knowledge sharing sessions.

This helped them a lot in product knowledge, public speaking and they were smarter and more confident than their contemporaries. This also helped the branch as output was increased and all our KPIs were achieved.

Let me get back to the STORY, and not bore you with HISTORY.

Cutting to the chase, I got in touch with the recruiting department for that vacancy, the aptitude test for that role was scheduled for him, an interview was conducted, he passed all and was given an offer all within a week.

The picture showed us together on his last day as a security guard on FRIDAY and his First day inside the branch the following MONDAY.

The above happened January 2020 and I was deployed to another location shortly after.

I am sharing now (WITH HIS PERMISSION)because I was at his branch yesterday and his supervisors attest to his commitment on the job.

Idris, this is not where you ought to be, but it is better than where you were.

Remember what I usually tell you all; "SUCCESS is where PREPARATION AND OPPORTUNITY meet.

We meet at the top.

Idris was adept as a security guard. This was evident in the way I noticed his salute out of his colleagues. Add something to the way you work. Those little extras matter.

Be ready to take the bulls by its horns sometimes. If he didn't approach me to inform me of his academic qualifications and his interest in the vacancy, I would never have considered him.

As a supervisor, you must be approachable and accessible. That category of staff you term 'unimportant', are actually very important to you and the success of your team. Your driver, the elevator guy, the security guard, the so-called 'Contract staff' in your unit are important!! THINK ABOUT IT.

As a boss, actively seek out opportunities to develop and uplift your team members. They would go all out to ensure your success too."

BBNaija: Zlatan Ibile says “Erica needs 6 derica of sense”

Posted: 08 Sep 2020 02:00 AM PDT

Popular Nigerian Singer, Zlatan Ibile has criticized Big Brother Naija housemate, Erica Nlewedim over her outburst last night.

Twitter user identified as Rexxie had tweeted; "At this point I don't think Erica is Ok up there sha".

Reacting to this, Zlatan criticised Erica by saying "She needs 6 derica of sense".


Recall, last night, after the party, Erica took it out on Laycon and insulted the hell out of him for telling fellow housemates that she tried to kiss him.

Erica believes Laycon lied about it and it's only a plot to make himself trend with her name, outside the lockdown house.

Singer, Seyi Shay Shares New Sultry Photo

Posted: 08 Sep 2020 01:30 AM PDT

Singer Seyi Shay shared this racy photo of herself on her Instagram page, on Saturday September 5. Looks like saultry photos are her new normal and we are liking it already.

See the photo below;

Genevieve Nnaji shows off her painting skills in new video

Posted: 08 Sep 2020 01:00 AM PDT

Popular Nollywood actress and movie producer Genevieve Nnaji is known best for her acting skills but she has shown us she got more talent than that.

The pretty actress has taken to social media to displays her painting talent, a skill many of her fans don't know she has.

In a video posted by the veteran actress, she is seen drawing a beautiful portrait. Genevieve was seen painting a tree and a human face with so much talent and ease.

See below;


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Nigerian female billionaire built a 7-bedroom mansion with gold for herself

Posted: 08 Sep 2020 12:30 AM PDT

Meet famous Lagos hotelier Ehi Ogbebor, a billionaire entrepreneur in Nigeria who has achieved a significant feat.

To celebrate her 35th birthday, Ehi Ogbebor gifted herself a 7-bedroom luxurious mansion which she called 'The Casa E project'.

The magnificent building took some time to be completed as it did not become a masterpiece overnight.

It took a whopping 2 years to complete. It was entirely her own blood, sweat and tears as she did not have any support from any man to carry out her project.

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Belinda Effah Says She Is Open To Marriage now and she can marry a colleague

Posted: 08 Sep 2020 12:00 AM PDT

In a recent encounter with inside Nollywood, The Cross River State-born actress talked about marriage and her take on liposuction.

She said: "For liposuction, my policy is live and let's live. Whatever rocks your boat is fine. I am a very active person in sport hence I try to keep my body fit at all times. So, I don't think I have need to consider liposuction for now, but I can't speak for the future."

Belindah who is one of the most eligible spinsters in Nollywood, is a believer in love and wouldn't mind settling down with any of her male colleagues, if the need arises.


Hear her: "As it is now, I am open to marriage. Wondering if I have ever thought of marrying a colleague? Of course, my colleagues are humans too. If I find love there why not?"

Erica’s account locked on Instagram after drama with Laycon

Posted: 07 Sep 2020 11:30 PM PDT

Erica's account handler has locked her profile shortly after the drama between Erica and Laycon on Saturday night.

Erica after the Saturday night party confronted Laycon about his claims that she tried to kiss him multiple times.

Laycon remained silent as Erica went off insulting him and made some derogatory remarks.
This got the attention of some celebrities who applauded Laycon for keeping cool despite the insults rained at him.

A check on Erica's profile showed that her account has now been set to private, such that only followers can see what is posted on the account.

Joseph Yobo Celebrates His 40th Birthday Today

Posted: 07 Sep 2020 11:00 PM PDT

Joseph Michael Yobo (born 6 September 1980) is a Nigerian former professional footballer who played as a centre back. He was the captain of the Nigerian national team until his international football retirement in June 2014, and is Nigeria's joint record appearance holder. In February 2020, he was appointed assistant coach of the Super Eagles by the Nigeria Football Federation.

Yobo's birthplace is Kono, a community in the Khana area of Rivers State, Nigeria.

Yobo left Nigeria to join Standard Liège in 1998. He made his first team debut in 2000, and went on to appear 46 times. In 2001, he was bought by Marseille.

BBNaija2020: Mercy Eke declares love for Erica, snubs Laycon

Posted: 07 Sep 2020 10:30 PM PDT

Winner of Big brother Naija 'Pepper Dem' season, Mercy Eke has declared love for disqualified housemate, Erica.

Erica was disqualified from the BBNaija show on Sunday after 3 warning strikes from biggie because she broke the house rules countless number of times.

Following her disqualification, Mercy Eke has now declared love for Erica on Instagram in the comment section of a recent post on Erica's page.

See below;

Bobrisky reacts To Erica’s Sunday Evening Attitude says, “I’m Glad Kiddwaya Did His Best To Control Her, Alcohol Is Not For Everyone”

Posted: 07 Sep 2020 10:00 PM PDT

Controversial cross dresser, Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky has advised his fans to know their limit when drinking.

The self acclaimed male Barbie dished this advise while referring to Erica's outburst in the lockdown house last night.

In his recent post on Instagram, he warned fans to know their limit when drinking, adding that alcohol is clearly not for everybody. He also said his glad that Kiddwaya tried his best to stop her.

Bobrisky wrote;

"Alcohol is clearly not for everyone. Erica good luck tonight. I'm glad Kiddwaya tried his best to control her. When drinking, always know your limit".

Meet Nigerian female Soldier in the US Army

Posted: 07 Sep 2020 09:31 AM PDT



Ayshatu Jibo is a Nigerian from Kano State.

She is presently a sniper soldier in the US Army. She recently came to limelight when she opened her Twitter account @ayshatujibo, in September, 2020.

The young Nigerian female soldier is God fearing.

 

[Photos]: Uganda’s “Ugliest man” marries third wife in grand style

Posted: 07 Sep 2020 08:00 AM PDT

Ugandan comedian, Godfrey Baguma aka Ssebabi who has been dubbed as the world's ugliest man, recently got married to his third wife in a grand style.

The bride and groom were joined in holy matrimony and they look so happy in the pictures going viral on social media.

Godfrey Baguma, 47, who is believed to suffer from a rare, unknown medical condition, and his second wife Kate Namanda, 30, welcomed a baby girl some years ago.


Baguma won the less-than-favourable title in 2002, after he entered the competition to make money for family.

Before his marriage to Kate, Godfrey had two children with his first wife, but their marriage came to an end when he caught her cheating.


Ssebabi', is a father of seven. He earned his nick name 'Ssebabi' after winning in the ugliest man contest. He lives in Kyazanga, Lwengo district, and is married to Kate Namande, 28, with whom he has five children and newly married to his third wife.

Lilo Excited As She Reunites With Her ‘Celebrity’ Friend, Brighto

Posted: 07 Sep 2020 07:00 AM PDT

Ex Big Brother Naija housemates, Lilo Aderogba and Brighto have reunited with each other following their eviction from the lockdown house.

In a recent video which Lilo shared via her Instagram page, she was spotted giving Brighto a warm hug, while expressing her excitement about meeting a 'celebrity'.

Recall, some days ago, Brighto had taken to social media to lament over "celebrity life" and how difficult it is to live as a celebrity.

His statement stirred mixed reactions from Nigerians. While some insisted that it's too early for him to brag about being a celebrity, others hyped and applauded him.

BBN's Cee-C – “If I should date Ebuka, I wouldn’t leave him or allow him leave me”

Posted: 07 Sep 2020 06:00 AM PDT

Former big brother Naija housemate, Cynthia Nwadiora popularly known as Cee-C has debunked rumours that she is media personality, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu's ex-girlfriend

Reacting to a tweet saying she is Ebuka's ex, Cee-C revealed that if she should date Ebuka, she wouldn't leave him or allow him leave her. She also stated that people should be easy with the rumours.

"You say?? Ex ke? Do I look like somebody that will date Ebuka and leave him or allow him to leave me. Lai Lai!! We die there!! Easy with the rumours ejor tori olorun!!" she wrote.


Recall that during the BBNaija 2018 season, Cee-C was rumoured to be Ebuka's in-law.

Daddy Freeze – Being married for 30 years doesn’t make you a marriage expert

Posted: 07 Sep 2020 05:30 AM PDT

Controversial OAP, Daddy Freeze has said that the length of a person's marriage doesn't make them experts on issues of marriage.

He made this statement shortly after he was tackled for disagreeing with Bishop Oyedepo who said the only way to a successful marriage is for the wife to submit to the husband. Freeze pointed out that submission goes both ways and a woman cannot submit to an irresponsible man.

Some people reacted by telling Freeze that Oyedepo has been married for decades whereas Freeze's first marriage ended in a divorce.

Freeze reacted by stating that "the fact that you have been married for 30 years doesn't necessarily make you an expert on marriage."

He added: "A prisoner in prison for 30 years is still not an expert on the penitentiary system."

He stated that being single or divorced also doesn't disqualify people from giving marital advice.

Read his post below…

Tiwa Savage – My journey is bigger than music

Posted: 07 Sep 2020 05:00 AM PDT

Former Mavin records first lady, Tiwa Savage during the week inspired woman especially those within her age bracket with the story of how she got signed to the Universal Music Group, one of world's leading music outfits at the age of 40.

In an excerpt of an Instagram live session with Lip Service which she shared on her IG page, the mother of one noted that getting signed to UMG at 40, is God telling her that her life journey is bigger than music. "It's a testimony that one's life is not over after marriage, having kids or being a single mom,"the songstress added.

"I'm 40 and that's really hard for a lot of people to believe that I got signed to UMG at that age. It's just like, how is that possible. But to me, that's just God telling me that my journey is bigger than music, it's bigger than just being an African woman."

"My journey is like to show other women that your life is not over yet because you are married, because you have kids, because you are a single mom, because you're not in your 20s or in your teens. You can start your dream when God says that's when you're supposed to start", Tiwa said.


In her caption, she appealed to every woman on her time line to make a promise never to quit trying till they reach the heights they want to, asking them to type I am Celia in the comment section if they would make the promise.

"Please I beg all the beautiful women, ladies and girls on my timeline to make a promise today to never stop trying, type I am Celia in the comment section if you know you gonna make it", she wrote. Recall that Tiwa Savage recently released her much-anticipated third album dubbed ' Celia.'

Biodun Okeowo – “Stop seeing celebrities as role models” Nollywood actress advises

Posted: 07 Sep 2020 04:30 AM PDT

Popular Nollywood actress, Biodun Okeowo alias Omoborty, has advised her fans to stop seeing human beings including celebrities as role models.

The heavily endowed actress disclosed this in an Instagram post in which, she urged her fans to stick with God as their ultimate role model.

According to her, some persons imitate the lifestyle of celebrities who they see as role models, and when they make mistakes in that act of imitation, tend to blame the celebrity for being misled.

She wrote… "Stop blaming celebrities or public figures for your mistakes just because you made them your role models.

"Don't make human your role model. Make God your role model. We are all full of imperfections. No mortal is perfect, we all have flaws. In essence if you can't find a good role model, be one."

Davido reveals a lot in new interview says “Don Jazzy and D’Banj inspired him to go into music”

Posted: 07 Sep 2020 04:00 AM PDT

Nigerian music executive, Davido, has revealed that Don Jazzy and D'Banj inspired his career and how he returned to school because of his father.

Davido born David Adeleke-Adedeji made this known in a recent Instagram Live session as a guest artiste on Grammy Museum, a platform ensuring the magic and stories of music are taught and experienced through exhibits, education, and public programming.

The DMW boss who has taken a break from social media for over 4 months now revealed that he'll be back after releasing his highly anticipated album, 'A Better Time'.

In the interview, he disclosed that Don Jazzy and D'banj inspired him to go into music, and that he had to go back to school just to satisfy his father.


According to him, going back to school enabled him concentrate on his music career.

In his words… "In the early stage of my career, I was like a one-man-band. For my first single, I made the beat, and recorded the song myself. I mixed and mastered Dami duro myself. When I was getting bigger, I could no longer do everything myself. Now, I have producers and songwriters who I work with.

"I now believe in collective efforts. The business side of everything is important. Music is just about 30 or40 per cent. Going back to school helped me concentrate. Sometimes in life, you just have to sacrifice. It was something I had to do for my father."

"Coming from Atlanta and just hanging around them inspired me. I remember seeing them with Jay-Z and Kanye West in a room. They had a lot to do with me wanting to do music. My father has also been a mentor."

When asked why he didn't pursue the family business like his siblings, Davido said;

"It wasn't that I wanted to rebel; I was just in love with music. I could not concentrate on something else. I was slacking in school and other things I wasn't supposed to slack in because of my love for music. I had to fight for it. It's what I knew I was destined to do. I was learning how to record, so I was slacking in other things. Music took over me."

[Video]: Moment Toyin Abraham’s husband makes her hair on her 40th birthday

Posted: 07 Sep 2020 03:30 AM PDT

Actress, Toyin Abraham's husband, Kolawole Ajeyemi has served us couple goals after he was spotted making his wife's hair for her 40th birthday.

Beautiful Nigerian actress, Toyin Abraham is celebrating her 4th decade of humanly existence today, September 5, 2020.

Her loving and caring husband, Kola has taken to social media to rain prayers, praises and blessings on her as she turns 40 today.


He wrote on Instagram… ""Today is your day my queen, may all you lay your hands on continue to shine bright.

"You are an angel with God's divine attention, you will never fail, you will never fall. You will live long and elevate more with the Almighty Grace. HAPPY BIRTHDAY MY Love."


Below is the adorable video of Kola making Toyin's hair ahead of her birthday;

Watch video below;

[Photos]: Rapper, Jesse Jagz weds heartthrob, Tolu, in private wedding ceremony

Posted: 07 Sep 2020 03:00 AM PDT

Nigerian rapper and M.I's brother, Jesse Jagz has reportedly married his heartthrob, Tolu, in a privately held wedding ceremony.

According to reports, the wedding which was attended by only close friends and family members took place in July.

Pictures from the low key wedding surfaced on the Internet today being Saturday, September 5, 2020.

A member of the rapper's team has now confirmed that the wedding took place back in July.

According to his team, the couple had a private wedding ceremony in Jos, Plateau state.

Jagz is a Nigerian rapper, record producer, and songwriter.

He signed a record deal with Chocolate City in 2010 and released his debut studio album Jag of All Tradez that same year.

Jagz left ChocCity in 2013 and returned to the label in 2015.

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Femi Kuti – Fuel price hike: Why I pulled out of Ojota protest

Posted: 07 Sep 2020 02:30 AM PDT

The eldest son of Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti and Nigerian musician, Femi Anikulapo Kuti has finally addressed his participation in the January 2012 protest in Ojota, Lagos against the fuel price hike.

The 58-year-old Grammy nominee and activist said he took part in the protest thinking it was a genuine movement against the then President Goodluck Jonathan.

Following the increase in the pump price of petrol and the hike in electricity tariff, the singer and others who protested the fuel hike during Jonathan's regime have been called out for keeping mute now.

However, Kuti in a series of tweets on Friday said he later pulled out immediately he realised the protest was politically motivated.


He wrote; "I want to state for clarity and posterity my role in the Ojota protest. I was invited for what I and many believed was a genuine cause regarding the cost of fuel.

"As soon as I found out it was politically motivated I pulled out. I got a lot of backlash at the time but stood my ground.

"For the record, I have NEVER and will NEVER affiliate with any political party that I don't feel has the genuine interest of the people of Nigeria at heart."

Femi added that he blatantly refused to join the APC when Vice President Yemi Osinbajo asked him to, just as he refused to join the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

"Even when the VP approached me to join APC, I blatantly refused as I also refused to join PDP or any other political party," he added.

Nigerian Filmmakers Can Now Submit their Films to be Considered for the Oscars

Posted: 07 Sep 2020 02:00 AM PDT

Great news for Nigerian filmmakers!

The Nigerian Oscar Selection Committee (NOSC) has shared that Nollywood filmmakers can now submit their feature film entries into the 93rd Academy Awards for the International Feature Film Category.

With the awards night set to hold on 25 April, 2021, the Academy Awards recently opened entries to honor the best films released globally.

Since it's first submission of Genevieve Nnaji's "Lionheart" in 2019, the Nigerian Oscar Selection Committee has witnessed a rapid rise in the quality of Nigerian films, especially in storytelling.

Many filmmakers and industry practitioners have been yearning for better creative and business opportunities, and the submission has opened a new dimension for the Nigerian film industry and has certainly attracted more investors.

The NOSC is officially recognized by the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts to make submissions on behalf of the Nigerian film industry.

#HamadForever: A Sneak Peek Inside Aisha Hanan Buhari & Muhammad Turad’s Wedding

Posted: 07 Sep 2020 01:30 AM PDT

The third daughter of the President and First lady of Nigeria, Aisha Hanan Buhari and the special adviser to the Minister of Works and Housing in Nigeria, Muhammad Turad's wedding ceremony is currently going on, and we've got a sneak peek on the amazingness in photos.

One thing you can expect to see from this wedding apart from lots of love is lots of culture and tradition!

Turad is the son of former House of Representatives member, Sani Sha'aban and his mother's name is Munirat Marwa. Aisha is a graduate of Photography from the prestigious Ravensbourne University, England.


The proud mother of the bride, Aisha Buhari, took to her Instagram to celebrate the precious day, sharing a photo of the bride and the groom with the caption:

#HamadForever Alhamdullilah

A peek at the decor + the gift box!

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