Lawrencia Udife's Blog: December 2013

Tuesday, 31 December 2013

Africa's Richest Man, Aliko Dangote Joins Twitter – His 1st Tweet, “Glad to Be On Twitter”

The President/CE of Dangote Group and philanthropist, Aliko Dangote who was recently ranked by Forbes as the most powerful and richest man in Africa has joined a growing list of global CEOs on the most popular micro blogging platform ‘Twitter’ with his verified account, @AlikoDangote.

The business mogul who has become a household name in the manufacturing industry particularly in cement production used his inaugural tweet to welcome everyone into the New Year and encouraged his followers to keep the conversation going.

In a dramatic move that may jolt many political commentators, President Goodluck Jonathan surprisingly stormed Abeokuta few hours ago to pay a surprise visit to former President Olusegun Obasanjo at his Hill top mansion.

A close source who was at the venue explained that the visit was unscheduled as the former president did not inform any of his aides of such an important visit. On arrival, President Jonathan informed Chief Obasanjo that he came to greet him for the yuletide.

The president met Obasanjo playing a local game of AYO wearing a long traditional attire, Jalamia. Although Obasanjo’s body language did not express friendliness, yet he was said to be fatherly in his approach throughout the visit.

President Jonathan however left Hill Top exactly 3.35pm.

Nigeria's Embattled Aviation Minister, Princess Stella Oduah To Spend N800m On Vehicles

Nigeria’s embattled Aviation Minister, Princess Stella Oduah, will spend at least N800 million on vehicles in 2014, after splashing N643 million on 54 vehicles in 2013, her budget proposal shows.

The budget proposal, obtained by P.M.NEWS, shows that Oduah will spend N250 million on eight operational vehicles for the Accident Investigation Bureau, AIB, a small agency of the ministry with personnel cost estimated at N150 million yearly.

The budget provision shows each vehicle will cost N30.125million. Many of the SUV brands available in the Nigerian market sell between N5m and N15m.

The minister, who appears to be a car freak will also shell another N500 million to buy a truck for the agency.

And in her main ministry, She will spend another N50 million on staff buses.

The budget proposal shows that the Ministry of Aviation will spend over N137 million on foreign trips.

Nigeria music sensation 2Face Idibia ends the year with a bang! See more photos inside...

AGN President Nollywood actress and the President of the Actors’ Guild of Nigeria, Ibinabo Fiberesima has shared photos of her kids.

Fireworks launched from the four sails of Sydney's iconic Opera House for the first time in more than a decade

The biggest party in the world is underway with bright fireworks bursting into skies across the globe as midnight strikes and nations hail the start of 2014.

Exploding fireworks sprayed from Sydney's iconic opera house and harbor bridge as the world began ushering in a new year.

More than one million people crammed the Sydney Harbor foreshore on a warm summer night to watch Sydney's renowned annual pyrotechnics show, which appeared to live up to its billing as the city's most extravagant. Fireworks launched from four sails of the Sydney Opera House for the first time in more than a decade.

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Eve and her guy Maximillion Cooper got engaged on Christmas Day and are excitedly sharing their first New Year’s together as an engaged pair! Eve showed off her engagement ring for the very first time on Instagram on Dec. 30 — and it’s definitely a stunner!

The singer-actress, 35, said yes to her guy’s proposal on Christmas Day, Dec. 25, her rep told E! News. It is the first time Eve will be getting married, but Maximillion has four children from his previous marriage.

Eve showed off the first glimpse of her huge diamond ring in a family photo she posted to Instagram on Dec. 30. See the sparkler inside...

Check out Yvonne Nelson’s stunning dress at the 2013 Ghana Movie Awards. The talented actress also walked away with 3 awards for (1) Fabourite actress, (2) Best original music and (3) Best African collaboration for 'House Of Gold' movie.

Congrats to her. See another photo inside...

Actress cum ex-beauty queen Mary Uranta shared these hot beautiful of herself looking incredibly hot. See more photos inside...

Superstar couple, Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith put their troubles behind them and appeared as if they hadn’t a care in the world as they jetted out on New Year’s Eve together to Dubai and the couple couldn't have looked happier than ever!

They’ve had a tough year with questions being raised about their marriage when rumour of Will's cheating scandal hit the net, but they seem to have moved pass that now.

They have two children, Jaden, 15, and Willow, 13, in their of 16 years of marriage. See more photos of the happy couple inside...

We are just few hours from the new year and everybody is making their new year resolutions on how to live a better life. Some of us are trying to quit/change a bad habit, Afrocandy has made it clear that the one thing she sees in her future and in 2014 is "more nakedness"

She also gets mad at people who attacked her for posting nude photos as she lashed out on Twitter on those accusing her of acting like fellow controversial singer, Maheeda.

See more tweets inside...

Ex-lovers D’banj & Genevieve Nnaji are back together and are more serious than ever. Reports claim that the actress is currently staying at D’banj’s Lekki house, and that the couple are very serious and even discussing marriage. They had dated unsteadily for 2 years until Genny had broken it off in 2011.

Do you think they will make it to the alter?

Dwyane Wade Confirms He Fathered A Baby Boy Outside Of Relationship With Gabrielle Union, Gabby Responds To Critics "Work On Yourself"

Miami Heat star Dwyane Wade popped the question to Gabrielle Union last week, but now there are reports that he had a baby boy OUTSIDE of their relationship.

According to ET News, Miami Heat baller Dwyane Wade has fathered another baby boy! Now, we all know Gabby isn't pregnant...so that means...yea.

Apparently the two took a break from one another and in that time D. Wade got a chick pregnant. It's being reported that Gabby was made aware of the child BEFORE the engagement and they have worked through this issue privately.

Video : Boko Haram Declares, In 2014 We Will Kill More, Because Allah Says We Should Decapitate, Amputate And Mutilate

The leader of the Boko Haram sect, Abubakar Shekau, has appeared in a new video, promising to “decapitate and mutilate” more people in the name of Allah and ridiculing the United States for putting a bounty on his head, saying, “You can’t in any way harm me.”

Shekau, who has been dubbed a “global terrorist” by the U.S and twice been declared killed by the Nigerian military, claimed responsibility for a December 20 attack on a tank battalion barracks in Bama, Borno State.

“Brothers pulverised 21 armoured tanks. People were killed in their multitudes, bodies scattered all over,” he said, adding that his forces“blew out the brains” of soldiers who tried to hide under their blankets.

“Had Allah allowed us to eat them we would have eaten them but we are not cannibals,” he added, according to reports. “This is a victory from Allah.”

Mrs. Carter just released Part 4 of her mini documentary giving insight into her recently released self-titled album. In this segment, Beyonce talks about how she handled motherhood and recording her new album.

She also talks about bringing all the writers she wanted to work with to the Hamptons and how she was breastfeeding between being in the studio and creating a fantasy that WAS NOT happening in her life. Bey even revealed that she weighed up to 195 punds during her pregnancy with Blue Ivy.

Checkout the video inside...

She's endured a stressful year after her marriage to Lamar Odom came to an end, so it comes as no surprise that Khloe Kardashian is looking forward to 2013 being over.

The star, who filed for divorce citing irreconcilable differences from her husband on December 13, toldCosmopolitan magazine about her personal resolutions for the upcoming year.

She said: 'I love the new year, new beginnings. I need a good fresh start; I'm excited for this year to be over with.'

She added: 'You only live once so let's make that one time perfect. We can't fix our mistakes and imperfections, so let's have fun. You get what you give out in life.

The Kano state Governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has declared free and compulsory education in the state commencing from the 2014 academic year. He made the declaration during the presentation of 2014 appropriation bill to the House of Assembly.

According to Vanguard, Kwankwaso stated that “in our collective resolve to drive a knowledge base economy, government has already concluded arrangement to adopt a free education for all indigene at all levels: primary, secondary and tertiary institutions in the state.”

The Governor added that “this is in addition to sponsoring of Kano indigenes to pursue their various degree programmes locally and internationally”, pointing out that the commencement of the free education for all Kano state indigenes from primary, secondary and tertiary institutions starting from the new academic session in 2014.”

Tania shared this photo on Instagram with the above caption. She is hot.

Jude Okoye Has Found A Bride! Set To Join PSquare In Tying The Knot In 2014

Psquare elder brother/manager, Jude Okoye took to his instagram page to give his fans some hints about 2013 being his final year as a bachelor.

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Remember Peter married Lola Omotayo this year while Paul got engaged to his girlfriend this year and they are both planning a massive white wedding together in 2014.

Looks like their Uncle Jude Okoye wants to join in as stated above, wish him luck

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2013 Headies Awards Is Still Generating More Controversy, Read Open Letter Titled 'The Aftermath'

I am a big time lover of Nigerian Music from the days of Kennis Music’s domination, Remedies, Plantashun boiz et al; and it is a good thing to have you “Ayo Animashaun” introduce the “Hip Hop World Award” now known as the “Headies”.

The introduction of the award in 2006 was a good idea I must say, the presence of a new platform to showcase the hard work of Nigerian Artistes was a welcome idea, as well as its development and improvement since then.

The past awards have been credible or let’s just say close to perfect with little errors. Coming down to HEADIES 2013, the errors this year CANNOT be waived. Needless to say they were noticeable and cannot be IGNORED. Everyone loves a good show, and value for money spent on tickets, plus Nigerians that supported by watching on television.

During an interview with Inspiration FM's Gloria Maduka, veteran music producer OJB Jezreel addressed controversy surrounding his donations, saying he is angry with D'Banj and other celebs who used it as competition. Read below...

"The most disappointing one for me is D'banj because he passed through my hands, he was trained under my tutelage. That is offensive. I don't care if you're with Kanye West, you can't forget your root. I won't call anybody else's name but I will call his because it hurts. His own hurts very deep. And he never tried to reach out to me. It's not like we parted on fighting terms. He told me he had to go to London and he went. And when he came back it was Don Jazzy, and I said OK, that's fine. And what he did worked and I'm very proud of him, the love I had for him, that's why it hurts more. He should have come out to say no, I don't know why you people are saying all this, I didn't give OJB N7million, maybe a part of him felt embarrassed because at the end of the day, really, are you not supposed to do something?" OJB says during the interview

A recent video done by SaharaReporters staff shows a number of property allegedly belonging to Nigeria's President Goodluck Jonathan and his wife, Dame Patience.

The President is an indigene of the state currently governed by Henry Dickson.

It will be recalled that in 2007, the future President declared his assets worth ₦295,304,420 Naira ($8,569,662 USD). It is also worth noting that in 2006, his wife had been investigated on money laundering allegations. Although she was never found guilty or convicted of any wrongdoing, she was investigated by an anti-corruption committee for having had allegedly laundered more than $13 million. The evidence wasn't strong enough for a conviction.

Patience Jonathan's hotel under construction in Yenagoa, the state capital

One of Nigeria's greatest music export, Peter and Paul Okoye looks dapper in this native attire. Peter posted this photo on his Instagram page, thanking God for a blessed year and he said "who God has blessed, no man can....." Am sure we can fill in the blank.

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She has to wear extra large trousers and once managed to crack a toilet bowl just by sitting on it but Sarah Massey, 33, says she is proud to have one of the world's largest posteriors.

The Chicago mother-of-two's derriere measures an impressive 7ft in diameter and sometimes proves too large to fit through doorways.

But despite being proud of her record-breaking rear end, 32-stone Ms Massey admits that living with a super-sized bottom isn't always easy and receives £750 in disability benefit each month as a result of having limited mobility.

'Everyday I get some kind of comment thrown at me, both good and bad - I used to be ashamed but now I hold my head high,' she revealed.

New development around top actress, producer, script writer and mother, Fathia Balogun has dropped Saidi's name, Balogun. First, she started attaching the name 'Williams' to the big name 'Balogun and now, it appears Fathia has completely dropped 'Balogun' for 'William'. The actress just signed up to a new instagram page with the name, Fathia Williams and she has uploaded photos to that effect.

This is not going to be any easy transition but it is a good start.

Checkout Chika Ike's Stunning Asoebi At A Friend's House Warming Party In The Village

Nollywood actress, ambassador and Akwa Ugo 1 of Amoli Kingdom Chika Ike is looks stunning as she celebrates with a friend at her house warming party. The actress stated that the friend built a house in the village for her mum and they are there to celebrate with her.

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Gabrielle Union just got engaged to Miami Heat basketball player Dwayne Wade and to celebrate the 41-year-old actress hit the beach to show off her incredible body while having a good time at an undisclosed tropical location

Gabrielle's taut and toned body is in full display in this fiery orangey red bikini, standing on the beach and striking a pose. She wore a cowgirl hat and a pair of blue tinted aviator shades, with a fierce expression on her face. Her long hair hung loose down her back.

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Gregory University, Uturu (GUU), Abia State, is to introduce the Igbo language as a compulsory course in the second year. The news was announced at the 6th edition of the Igbo (Uturu) Cultural Carnival, held at the university, by Prof. Ihechukwu Madubuike, Director, Igbo Renaissance.

“By the next two years, the university plans to introduce the Igbo language as a compulsory subject for all students in the second year,” Prof. Madubuike said.

“Whether you are Yoruba, Hausa or Efik, you must take Igbo as a compulsory subject, in spite of your area of specialisation.”

He described the Igbo language as the “soul of the culture of Ndigbo,” stressing that the whole culture will become extinct should the language disappear.

Daniel Ademinokan accompanied Stella Damasus to the recently held Applause Africa awards in New York. Stella asked Daniel who she called her business partner and friend to join her on stage as she gave her speech.

Even though Stella and Daniel have not admitted they are dating, sources insist they are and say they now live together in New York.

Nobel Laureate Soyinka’s Daughter, Iyetade Soyinka Dies At 48

Daughter of Nobel Prize winner Wole Soyinka, Iyetade Soyinka has passed on at the age of 48,Sahara Reporters report.

Iyetade Soyinka, a daughter of Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka, has died. Ms. Soyinka, who was born June 6, 1965, died at the University of Ibadan Teaching Hospital where she was being treated for an undisclosed ailment.

The death was disclosed in a statement signed by Jahman Anikulapo, an aide to Mr. Soyinka, one of the world’s foremost dramatists and winner of the 1986 Nobel Prize in literature. The statement noted that the late Iyetade Soyinka was a student at the Staff School and Queens School, Ibadan before she studied Medicine at the University of Ibadan.

Pastor Tunde Bakare Says The President Sent Him A Cow For Xmas! El-Rufai Reacts

According to reports, here is what the pastor said about the cow he was given by President Goodluck Jonathan during this festive period.

I had a cow from the presidency. I didn’t ask for it. They dropped it at the Save Nigerian Group (SNG) office. But is it cow that we need? If you check their books, one cow was bought for $5000g. The rest of the money is pocketed. We don’t need cow, we need a country that will move forward. They prevailed on not to return it. Thanks for the cow, but no thanks! That means no cow for me next year. (Laughs). But we will have good roads, schools etc! We are the cause of our problem. We feel big. Mr President sent me hampers etc. We go to them for contracts etc. Until we change ourselves, we cannot expect change from those who lead us.

She looks beautiful.

I Am The Happiest Woman Alive - Annie Idibia Full Of Love For Her Hubby 2Face Idibia

Annie took to her instagram page few minutes ago once again to tell the world how happy she is to have married Tuface Idibia. She says she is the happiest girl that ever liveth and it feels like she is the only girl on the world.

Khloe Kardashian Disses Lamar Odom With Shocking Instagram Message "Everything Is So Temporary"

Khloe Kardashian is said to be dating Matt Kemp, but as 2013 winds to close she can't seem to forget about the past.

The newly single socialite shared her swaying emotions in a touching note posted on her social networking accounts on Friday.

The message was obviously in reference to the end of her four-year marriage to former NBA player Lamar Odom, whom she wed after a whirlwind month-long courtship in 2009.

'We postpone feelings and words to another day, another week, another month, another year. Everything is temporary. Forever is an empty promise,' she concluded.

This year has been a difficult one for Khloe, to say the least, beginning with a separation from Lamar in August over his alleged drug problem and culminating with her filing for divorce on December 'Friday The 13'.

In a bid to keep her spirits up during the holiday season, Khloe has been posting messages and photos of her family on her Instagram and Twitter pages.

Photos : Rihanna Shows Off Her Enviable Flawless Figure In Yet Another Two Piece While Soaking Up The Sun In Barbados

It's another day, another bikini for Rihanna, this time in a skimpy gold and rhinestone two piece as she vacation in Barbados. Earlier in the week she showed off her curves in a khaki number and also a more conservative blue swim suit.

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Plane crash was averted few hours back in Lagos as Aero Contractor Plane lost its tyre while trying to land in Lagos airport. According to former FCT Minister, Nasire El-Rufai who was on board the flight, the pilot was good and did a great job of breaking to a halt suitably.

Read his comment below:

“Upon landing in Lagos, our Aero aircraft lost a tyre. The pilot did a great job of breaking to a halt suitably. My phones flew under seats. It was amusing hearing shouts of Allah Akbar and Jesus, Jesu while the dutiful captain was trying to slow the plane down to a safe location! One of the passengers joked that he knew nothing would happen to us as I was on board, nice of him, but Allah Decides our fate in His Way.... The Aero pilot was good, the cabin staff calm and professional in the midst of mild drama and little panic by a few passengers. We Thank God.”

Photos : Nollywood Actress Uche Jumbo Celebrates 34th Birthday With Her Husband In The US

Uche Jumbo celebrated her 34th birthday yesterday with her hubby in the US. Happy birthday Uche, see more photos inside...

Nollywood actress Oge Okoye was conferred with an honorary Chieftancy title in Amoli Kingdom in Enugu state. Oge is now Chief Oge Okoye (Igolo Nwanyi 1 of Amoli kingdom).

Also honored was Nollywood actress Chika Ike. She was given the title of Akwa Ugo 1 of Amoli Kingdom for her contribution to the growth and development to the Igbo land and being a role model to women of Igbo land. She is now Chief Chika Ike 1 of Amoli Kingdom.

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Eric Arubayi was 3rd runner-up West African Idol 2007. He released his debut album 'Redefined' in 2011 but not much has been heard from him since then. Eric married his sweetheart, Chinonso, a graduate of UNIZIK, yesterday December 28th in Abraka, Delta State.did his traditional wedding a few weeks back while his white wedding held today in Abraka, Delta State.

Congrats to them, see more photos inside...

Malawian President In Nigeria On A 3 Day Visit At TB Joshua’ s Synagogue of All Nations To Pray To Pray For 2014 Election

Malawi President Joyce Banda left her country today on a South Africa Airways flight to Lagos, to begin a three-day private visit to Nigeria.

Interestingly, the official came to visit neither President Goodluck Jonathan nor the First Lady Patience Jonathan.

Mrs. Banda is heading to Lagos , where she will be staying for 3 days as the VIP guest at Pastor TB Joshua’ s Synagogue of All Nations, to receive prayers for herself and her small country.

At the departure ceremony in Lilongwe she said she wanted to use the time to reflect on 2013 and and what lies ahead in 2014.

Nollywood top actress, Stephanie Okereke-Linus has shared few words with her fans to remain positive despite not achieving their dreams so fast.

“Hi friends, It’s just a few days to the end of the year and I just thought to share this important message with you. It’s easy to feel depressed and focus on the negative things, the things you haven’t achieved. This is just a message to say focus on the positives and focus on your dreams.

Along the journey to your dream’s fulfillment, you will face challenges that test you. In these moments things can sometimes seem tough. It can be easy to lose hope. You might sometimes wonder if your dreams will ever happen. These are the moments most people give in. But these are the very moments to LIVE everything you know deep in your heart. I wish you all a Happy New Year in advance. Look beyond your worries and put a smile on someone’s face this season!”

Governor Oshiomhole In Horrible Road Accident, Press Release By Edo Government

Governor Adams Aliyu Oshiomhole survived a motor accident at Ewu Village along the ever-busy Benin-Auchi road in Edo State at about 9.45am Saturday, 28th December 2013 on his way back to Benin City from his Iyamho Village.

The incident occurred at about 9.45am at Ewu, in Edo Central Senatorial District, when a Peugeot J5 Bus filled with tomatoes and plantains apparently lost control and rammed into the Governor’s Flag Car from the opposite direction before swerving into a roadside ditch.

Three vehicles in the Governor’s convoy were in front of the Governor’s Flag Car and had passed the Peugeot J5 Bus before it [J5 Bus] had direct impact with the Governor’s car, which had the Governor, his Aide-De-Camp [ADC] and his Driver as occupants.

Move over Brad and Angelina, Jim Iyke and Nadia Buari is in the building! The gorgeous couple were spotted while promoting her new movie "Diary of Imogen Brown" and Nadia shared this cute photo on her instagram page.

They look so cute together, see more photos of Nadia inside...

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