Ini Edo Speaks On Her Failed Marriage, Says She Has No Regrets


Actress Ini Edo was a guest on RubbingMinds yesterday where she spoke on her failed marriage to Philip Ehiagwina. When asked to address insinuations that her marriage crashed because she picked her career over family and refused to move to the US where her ex resided,

Ini Edo said;

“First of all, I got married early because I wanted to have a family so anybody wouldn’t think that I would want to chose career over family in as much as my career is also very important.

Basically there would never be a particular reason. You know how these things work. Its like I said, differences. I mean, incompatibility. Not being able to reach certain compromises or finding common ground.

You know when you’re with someone, even your work partner, if you cannot find common ground or agree on certain things….sighs “she said

Asked if she was too young to get married, Ini said

“No I don’t think I married too soon. I was pretty much of age. Maybe a little in a hurry. I don’t think I married too soon”she said .

Asked whether distance ruined their marriage, she said

“Being together actually helps in understanding. It creates more platform to understand each other more. Maybe it would have helped.

Distance plays a very important role in a relationship, no matter the difference or incompatibility, if you are together a lot, you can find a way to work things out’ she said

Asked if her ex husband ever complained about her job, a hesitant Ini Edo said

“He met me an actor so I want to believe he was okay with it. Naturally I mean. Of course. My work takes my time. It does takes my time. It appears”
she said.

Asked if she regrets her crashed marriage, she said “I try not to regret my actions so I will say it has been an experience which I have learnt a lot from.

It’s made me a stronger person, it’s made me wiser and I think it has actually made me more matured. So I won’t say that I regret anything; I’ll say that I have learnt my lesson”she said.
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Hennessy Unveils Headliners for Hennessy Artistry 2015

HENNESSY is celebrating its 250th anniversary celebration this year. Despite plans to celebrate this anniversary, its annual music-fest “Hennessy Artistry” – an innovative musical platform- is set to be a more unique celebration of the relationship between Music and the Hennessy brand as it takes a new turn to re-emphasize Hennessy’s love for music hence, the theme for this year’s celebration;“Hennessy loves Music”.


The first artiste to be unveiled was R&B singer and songwriter Praiz. He was unveiled on Wednesday August 5th 2015 as one of three acts that will serenade music and Hennessy lovers in this year’s event. Vector, the prolific Hip Hop lyricist came next on Friday August 7 2015, and bringing his blend of Afro Beat and Dance Hall music,Burna Boy the Afro Fusionist was unveiled on Tuesday August 11th respectively.
The Hennessy Brand Manager revealed that Hennessy Artistry will be celebrating music from a genre perspective across different months. “Hennessy in Nigeria has been known in recent times as a key player role in the growth of the music industry and as such, Hennessy is drawing attention to other genres in the music industry that may not be celebrated as they should in Nigeria”.
“We also want to explore music through our headliners’ experiences, their stories and their potentials. We are identifying with the artistes’ personal struggle of realizing and never giving up on their talents amidst all the challenges, especially in their choice of music genres”.
Hennessy’s affair with music spans over its 250 years of existence and since the creation of the brand, it has partnered with different artistes and genres across different parts of the world. Hennessy Artistry has collaborated with renowned artistes like Rakim, The Roots,Miles Davis, Marvin Gaye, Kanye West, Nas, Neyo, and LL Cool J. In Nigeria, since 2008, Hennessy has creatively engaged DJs, Producers, and Artistes. This year’s events will raise awareness for Hennessy’s love for music while providing an opportunity for its audience to own and identify with it. The Hennessy Artistry will be celebrated by brand representatives, brand ambassadors, lovers of Hennessy Cognac and a select group of affiliates who share the same interests as the brand. Previous Hennessy Artistry headliners include Jesse Jagz, Nneka, Cobhams, Kas, Jude “MI” Abaga, Banky W, Sir Shina Peters, Tiwa Savage, Ice Prince, El Dee, Bez, Wizkid, 2Face and other notable Nigerian acts.

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Nigerian Indigenous Rappers; Phyno & Olamide Extended Their Guiness Deal


Nigeria’s finest, when you talk about aboriginal rap music, Phyno and Olamide  also known as 2kings, have extended their endorsement deal with Guinness in the brand’s ‘Made of Black’ campaign.

Both rappers announced the renewal of their contract on Saturday, August 15, 2015. “Still keeping it 100 black, still drinking black, still reppin black! Get ready guys, for a whole new journ” read a tweet by Olamide. 

Phyno also confirmed that they will be a part of the ‘Made of Black’ campaign for the second year running. Also they are still Etisalat brand ambassadors.


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Simi – Jamb Question Remix f. Falz


After the successful release of Simi’s Pop trendy video ‘Jamb Question’, which teases fans with a short verse from Falz, the R&B sweetheart has dropped the full version.

‘Jamb Question’ remix is quite similar to its original version – witty, comical and romantic. With a funky verse from rapper Falz, it only gets more fun, listening.


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PHOTOS| Checkout Contestants At The Beard & Moustache Competition



Entrants for the 3rd annual Beard and Moustache Competition showed off their impressive whiskers on Saturday in Los Angeles. Hosted by the LA Facial Hair Society,each year, thousands of beard keepers travel to LA for the annual competition which sees contestants slug it out in the twelve different categories.



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PHOTOS| Gulder Ultimate Search Winner, Dominic Mudabai Walks Down The Aisle With Tope Akinmade


2007 Gulder Ultimate search winner, Dominic Mudabai Jnr and Tope Akinmade wedding which held in Lagos on Saturday, August 15th,2015 was fun-filled.

Checkout photos from church wedding;



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PHOTOS| Fela’s 1st Grandchild, Rolari Segun Is Married; See Wedding Photos


Rolari Segun is first grandchild of Afrobeat king, Fela Anikulapo kuti and only child of Yeni Kuti, she tied the knot on saturday August 15th, 2015.


Proud new wife, Yeni Kuti  who was elated shared the cute photos of the white wedding on her IG page, Also in attendance was her brother, Femi Kuti and his son, Made Kuti as well as other friends and family who traveled to the UK  for the union ceremony.

She is now married to her Australian boo, Benedict Jacka in London. Having done their traditional wedding on Saturday June 27th at the New Afrika Shrine in Lagos.
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Photo Of GEJ And His Wife Patience At Kenya Games Reserve


Former President Goodluck Jonathan, his wife and 2 children arrived Kenya this weekend where they visited Kenya’s Maasai Mara Games Reserve.
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Mavin Records Bags 3 Awards From City People Entertainment Awards


At the just concluded City People Entertainment awards, Marvin records was given the award for the Record label of the year.
Also, Reekado Banks won the most promising act of the year and Don Jazzy was given Special Recognition Award for his contributions to the entertainment industry.
See pictures of the award plates below;



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PHOTO | Footballer Vincent Enyeama Is A Domesticated Man


Correct man…He shared this photo on his instagram page and wrote “When your house keeper is on vacation and wifey is given a free weekend#lavieestbelleavecma #grateful #blessed #i take laws into my hands. guys lets show the women what we can do”.
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PHOTO| Rukky Sanda Steps Out In Style


Actress Rukky Sanda is a beautiful woman and we love her adorable styles.
The beautiful fashionista actress shared this lovely jumpsuit outfit with her fans and we think it definitely looks pretty good on her.
See another picture below :

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PHOTO| Mercy Aigbe And Daughter Step Out In Style For City People Awards


Mercy Aigbe and her first daughter looked fabulous as they stepped out for the City People Awards this evening.


Mercy won one of the two categories she was nominated for .Congrats to her.
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Funke Akindele Shares On- Set Photo From ‘Jenifa’s Diary’


It’s no longer news that Nollywood superstar and Comedian Funke Akindele’s new series Jennifa’s Diary has being showing on air for the past months.
The actress shared sneek peek on her Instagram for her fans. The scene involved her cooking in the kitchen cooking up something.
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PHOTO – Davido Wants You All To See His Six Packs


Pop singer Davido is in Mali right now making boss moves and getting set for a performance, but the young artiste’s six packs is missing.

Can’t seem to locate it at all, obviously he isnt bothered, in Olamide’s voice "awa n build Bank Account eyin build muscle"
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Timaya – Hallelujah


No matter how many “Bum-Bums” are shaking across the globe on account of Timaya with each successive hit song, the Egberi-Papa 1 of Bayelsa never forgets his Christian/Gospel roots.

Every Timaya album till date has had a sweet Praise and/or Worship song in it, and it looks like that trend is set to continue with this brand new single titled “Hallelujah“.


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Naeto C – “Oluwaloseyi” ft. Wizkid (Prod. By Masterkraft)


Off Naeto C’s Day 1 album, here is “Oluwaloseyi” featuring Wizkid and produced by Masterkraft.


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Davido & Dammy Krane – “Izzue” (Prod. By Shizzi)


HKN’s Davido and Hypertek’s Dammy Krane team up on this Shizzi produced tune titled “Izzue”. The tune is quite banging and would definitely top charts. 

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VIDEO: Olamide – “Lagos Boys”


Olamide Aka “Baddo Sneh” has just outdone himself with this “soon-to-be Chart-Bursting” video titled “Lagos Boys”. Amazing video, colourful scenery and very nice concept.
The video portrays YBNL finest acts as well has the wave-making “Shakiti Bobo” dance moves. This one should definitely be on replay everytime as you can’t just get enough of it. Words alone can’t do this video the justice it deserves.
Directed by Unlimited L.A.


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Afro Night All White Affair


Made In Africa NYC Presents “Afro Night All White Affair”
Ticket: $15

Time: 7:00pm
Date: Saturday, August 15, 2015
Venue: Windfall Lounge, 23 W, 39th Street
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Exclusive Night with Iyanya


Come party with Iyanya, Emma Nyra, Selebobo andTekno
Contact: 09097203449 | 08094736802

Time: 10:00pm
Date: Saturday, August 15, 2015
Venue: The Place 45 Isaac John, Ikeja, Lagos
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Larry J Live 2015


A mixture of notable and upcoming talents will be performing on the night and the show features some special guests appearances by the respectable Gbenga Adeyinka the 1st andFrank Donga.

Ticket: Regular – N2000 | N5000
Contact: 08178212921 | 07034455187


Time: 4:00pm
Date: Saturday, August 15, 2015
Venue: HICC Hall, Block 94, Plot 22 Providence Street, Lekki Phase 1

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D’Ussé Bold Nite


It will be a Bold Nite of taste, style and grace that distinguishes, with special guest performances and music by DJ Big N.


Time: 10:00pm
Date: Saturday, August 15, 2015
Venue: Spice Route Restaurant and Bar at 36 Adeola Odeku, Victoria Island, Lagos
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Soak


A Sunday evening event of worship, conversations and musical finesses, continues this. The City on the Hill movement invites you to enjoy two hours of basking in spirit and truth.

Contact: 08068057899


Time: 4:30pm
Date: Sunday, August 16, 2015
Venue: Bogobiri, Maitama Sule, Off Awolowo road, Ikoyi, Lagos
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Standing Ovation with Odogwu


Odogwu promises to deliver series of new and savoring jokes that will wow the audience like never before. Okey Bakassi, Gordons, Gandoki, Buchi, D Don, Senator, Funny bone, Akpororo, Acapella, Black Magic, Mc Galaxy, Adekunle Gold, Solid star, African China and more will be there.

Ticket: Regular – N5,000 | VIP – N10,000 | Table for 8 – N300,000
Contact: 08035396838 | 07088746184


Time: 5:00pm
Date: Sunday, August 16, 2015
Venue: Shell Hall, Muson Centre, Onikan, Lagos
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1st Nollywood BoothCamp in Port Harcourt


An integral part of the Nigerian entertainment industry, Nollywood has made tremendous success in Nigeria, Africa and the globe. This $250 million industry has grown to be the third largest gross-producing film industry in the world, and is the second largest output-producing industry in terms of annual film release.

UNESCO reported that Nollywood is Nigeria's second largest employer, second only to the government. It is estimated that Nollywood contains over 200,000 actors, producers, distributors, and promoters.

Join the trend and begin your journey to fame as an actor. the 1st Port Harcourt Nollywood BoothCamp will expose actors to the rudiments and trends in the Nollywood through training and networking with star actors, makeup artists, costume designers, producers, directors and marketers. The best hands from the boothcamp will feature in our forth coming movie project billed for October 2015.

The 1st Port Harcourt Nollywood BoothCamp will focus on Acting-Voice-Movement, Acting & Speech, Makeup, Costume and Branding for actors.

The event scheduled for the 1st to 5th of September 2015 is designed for only 200 participants, and to archive this, we have engaged 2 Radio/TV Stations, 5 Giant Billboards, Handbills, Banners, other promotional items and affiliate organizations.

During the training which will be handled by lecturers from the theatre arts department of various prestigious universities, actors will be groomed to start a career as professional actors.

Academic qualifications will be an added advantage. All you need is the passion and commitment,  good command of English and the right attitude.

Pick up registration forms for just 2000 at our office, plot 77 Woji rd g r a ph or call 09094636333.  payment can be made in 2 installments.

We look forward to meet you at the top

 
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CELEBRITY BLOGGER ARRESTED UNLAWFULLY BY POLICE IN PORT HARCOURT


Popular Celebrity Blogger Comrade Phillip (@comradephils) was arrested by the Nigerian police in Port Harcourt, Rivers State unlawfully. Reports reaching us as at time of arrest shows that there was no tangible reason for the arrest.

More info and pictures coming soon.
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Shakara Couture Fashion Training Series presents Professional Editorial Styling: a 2-week Intensive Course


Do you have a flare for fashion? Have you always enjoyed “dressing people up”? Do you look at the pages of high fashion magazines and dream of styling shoots and getting paid to do what you enjoy, but don’t know where to start? This is your answer. A two week intensive training course in Personal Styling for the fashion industry, brought to you byShakara Couture Nigeria.

Your tutors, Ewemade Bode Banjoko of Shakara Couture and Adebayo Oke Lawal ofOrange culture will take you through the fast paced world of Editorial Styling and introduce you to one of the most exciting & rewarding areas of the fashion industry. If you are serious about a successful career in Styling, this hands-on course trains you to industry level in a practical environment.

With a thorough and experienced tutor, the course will be run in small groups, you will learn how to run the fundamentals of an Editorial Styling business with ease including, how to manage client briefs & consultations with success, price structure and several other vital topics. You will gain expert skill & develop impressive ability to work as a professional editorial Stylist delivering client services to exceptional level.

The topics covered will include:


  • A brief history of fashion
  • History of Styling
  • Image creation
  • Creative styling
  • Styling for runway shows
  • Accessory Styling
  • Art direction
  • Creating a mood board
  • Working on set
  • Professional etiquette
  • Interpreting client briefs


Amongst many others.

At the end of the course, a photoshoot will be held with models styled by the students and art direction given by the students as well. This final presentation will be evaluated by the course tutors.

We will be on hand to offer on-going post study support, answering all business & fashion related queries. We provide professional advice regarding website development & business marketing, helping to create excellent visibility for your business in the Editorial Styling market place.

We can be reached via email at: enquiries@shakaracouture.com and via telephone on: +2348181678668 for a brochure to be sent out with all necessary information.

Please note that spaces are very limited and admission will be run on a first come basis.

Instagram: @shakaracouture

Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/fashionandartsLagos
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Dan Drizzy - Supay


With the emergence of Shoki by Lil Kesh and Skelewu by Davido, upcoming Nigerian born Ghana based artiste Dan Drizzy hits back on the music scene titled SUPAY.

Supay is a new hit dancehall song produced by Yungtrill and mixed by Chezla Millz, Supay dance will hit the streets of Nigeria, Ghana and the world at large soon…


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AKA, Burna Boy, DJ Clock & Timo ODV – “No”


This star studded collaboration is a must listen to, as it brings together top African stars with their versatility on one single.

The tune basically passes a message of not taking “No” as an answer.

Listen to “No” below which features AKA, Burna Boy, DJ Clock & Timo ODV. And Mr. Burna murdered the hook.


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Terry G – Knack Am ft. Wizkid, Phyno & Runtown


As promised (here) by the Akpako master Terry G, he finally dishes out the star studded tune which features Wizkid, Phyno & Runtown.

Enjoy “Knack Am” and share your thoughts.


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