WELCOME TO GOSSIP NAIJA'S BLOG: 2014

Friday, 8 August 2014

Photos: Meet Man Who Injected Acid Into His Face To Look Like Michael Jackson And Still Trying More

A Michael Jackson impersonator has poured acid on his skin to make him look lighter. Antonio Gleidson Rodrigues, 32 has spent around £2,000 on a series of cosmetic procedures and has even had rhinoplasty to imitate his late idol’s botched nose job.

Each day he spends around four hours rehearsing his dance moves and one and a half hours applying make up to make sure fellow fans in his hometown of Fortalenza continue to scream for a selfie or an autograph.

Photos: Oge Okoye’s Daughter Turns 4

Oge Okoye’s little angel, Chidera is 4. She turned 4 today and here’s what her mom said to her.

Photo: Toyin Lawani Remembers Mom

Lol. LASU students celebrate school fees reversal (photos)

Lagos State University students are right now having a party at LH ground at the university campus in celebration of the school fees reversal by Lagos State governor this afternoon.

ISIS to Christians in Iraq: convert to Islam or be killed. Obama authorizes US airstrike to save non-muslims trapped on mountains

In a televised late-night statement from the White House yesterday August 7th, US president Barack Obama said he has authorized US airstrikes in Northern Iraq to defend hundreds of thousands of non-Muslims being hunted down and slaughtered by ISIS, the al-Qaida breakaway Islamic State. This is coming weeks after American military planes carried out airdrops of humanitarian aid to thousands of Iraqi Yazidis surrounded by ISIS militants and desperately in need of food and water.

ISIS has been ruthlessly hunting and slaughtering members of the ancient Yazidi religion, a faith derived from Zoroastrianism, Christianity and Islam, who ISIS have denounced as devil-worshipers on account of their ancient set of beliefs. Pictured left is an ISIS fighter posing next to the body of Yazidi. Pictured right Yazidi on Mount Sinjar carry the bodies of children killed by ISIS.

Ebola: 2 fresh cases confirmed in Lagos, GEJ summons emergency meeting

The Federal government has confirmed two more cases of Ebola virus disease in Lagos. This brings to a total of 9 confirmed cases in Nigeria, seven infected with the disease and two dead.

The federal government also said about 139 persons who have had direct or indirect contact with the confirmed cases are currently under surveillance.

Meanwhile President Jonathan has summoned an emergency meeting at the State House Abuja over the virus outbreak in the country.

And The Five Star Music Group Show Us How To LIVE

Five Star music group headed by Kcee’s brother, E-money has the likes of Kcee, Harrysong and a producer signed to the label. They took a quick photo this morning before stepping out showing us how they LIVE.

Saturday, 2 August 2014

Ebola Virus: Ebonyi LG commences enlightenment campaign

•Hunters lament loss of livelihood Following growing fears across the country over the deadly Ebola Virus, Afikpo North Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, yesterday advised the people of the area to be wary of the deadly disease.

Boko Haram suicide mission: Military traces explosives’ source to Chinese factory in Cameroon

…May launch full-scale war against Boko Haram before December The military has traced some of the explosives being used by Boko Haram female suicide bombers to a Chinese factory which was seized some weeks ago by the sect. Also, preliminary findings revealed that some of the teenage bombers were not aware that they were on suicide mission.

Impeachment: Al-Makura waives immunity, to appear before panel Monday

•Lawmakers jittery of stunning revelations at panel’s sitting Determined to prove his innocence, the Governor of Nasarawa State, Alhaji Tanko Al-Makura, has offered to waive off his immunity to appear before the seven-man investigative panel on alleged mismanagement of state funds. But it was learnt yesterday that members of the Nasarawa State House of Assembly have become jittery following likely .

Ebola: Two down with fever in Lagos after contact with victim

•Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Dr Jide Idris (2nd right), his Information and Strategy counterpart, Mr. Aderemi Ibirogba (left), Special Adviser on Public Health, Dr (Mrs.) Yewande Adeshina (2ndleft) and the Director, Nigeria Centre for Diseases Control, Abuja, Professor Abdulsalami Nasidi (right), fielding questions during a joint press briefing to provide an update on Ebola virus by the Lagos State Ministry of Health and Federal Ministry of Health, at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, Alausa Secretariat, Ikeja, Lagos, yesterday

The Lagos State Government on Friday said two persons out of those who had contacts with Mr. Patrick Sawyer, the dead Liberian Ebola victim, had manifested symptoms of fever. The Commissioner for Health, Dr Jide Idris, made the disclosure when he addressed newsmen on the update of the country‘s first Ebola case in Ikeja.

Late Christy Essien Igbokwe's husband opens up on new wife

Three years after he lost his wife, late iconic singer Christy Essien Igbokwe, Chief Edwin Igbokwe secretly married Oluchi Phillips. What many don't know about his new wife is that she's an actress who has featured in the highly watched soap opera, Tinsel, and aparingly in other movies.

The couple knew each other for many years and were good friends, so it was only natural that he would turn to her when he needed a partner to spend the rest of his life with. Mr Igbokwe explains;
"It was a family thing. I knew her father before the war. She is 42 years old. I also knew her mother. Even when my mother died many years ago, they came to pay condolence visit all the way from their place. You know, when people who are close to you are coming from a far place. They come with yam, palm oil and other things. They did that and that was when the mother introduced her to me as her daughter and I, as her son. It was mummy (late Christy Essien) that received them in Awka. So mummy knew her but there was nothing then. Let me tell you, you know mummy was spiritual. It wasn't me who invited her. What would I be proving if it was me who invited her? When mummy passed on, she came to Niteshift and other places where we met again.

Photos: Check Out World’s Oddest Attempts At Smuggling Drugs

These drugs were smuggled inside tins of frozen meat

These are undoubtedly some of the world’s oddest attempts at smuggling drugs. The bizarre smuggled stashes were all seized at New York’s JFK Airport and Newark Liberty Airport in New Jersey.

Anthony Bucci, spokesman for U.S. Customs and Border Protection for New York and New Jersey, says he has seen so many odd concealment methods, but admits these are some of the world’s oddest attempts at smuggling drugs. See more pictures after the cut. You just have to respect their hustles.

President Jonathan Appoints New CEOs For NNPC & NPDC

President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has approved the following appointments and changes in the management of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) and the Nigerian Petroleum Development Company (NPDC):

1. Dr Joseph Thlama Dawha – Group Managing Director, NNPC

2. Mr Anthony Ugonna Muoneke – Managing Director, NPDC

3. Ms Aisha Mata Abdurrahman – Group Executive Director, Commercial and Investment, NNPC

4. Dr Attahir B. Yusuf – Group Executive Director, Business Development, NNPC

President Jonathan Appoints New CEOs For NNPC & NPDC

1. Dr Joseph Thlama Dawha – Group Managing Director, NNPC

2. Mr Anthony Ugonna Muoneke – Managing Director, NPDC

3. Ms Aisha Mata Abdurrahman – Group Executive Director, Commercial and Investment, NNPC

4. Dr Attahir B. Yusuf – Group Executive Director, Business Development, NNPC

Photos From Banky W’s Behind The Shoot For Jaiye Ori Mi Video

Banky W has been on set of his new video Jaiye Ori Mi and he has been shooting for two days non-stop. They are kinda rushing the video and Banky is glad.

Friday, 1 August 2014

Not Again! Even Ruggedman Has A Serious Crush On Chidinma

I said not again because almost every guy in the music industry has admitted they have a crush on her. While speaking on Metro FM during a recent interview, the rapper openly confessed he has a crush on her and he is not ashamed to say it. ‘I have a serious crush on Chidinma', he said.

Photos: President, First Lady, Ayo Oritsejafor Others At The Fundraising Dinner For Nigeria’s Terror Victims

A fundraising dinner was held yesterday, 31st of July 2014, at the State House Banquet Hall in Abuja to launch Nigeria’s Terror Victim Support Fund. The fund raised will help provide support services and immediate relief for victims of terror attacks.

More details on Man who killed Older lover,absconded with N4m,Range Sport(Photo)

The Lagos State Police Command, yesterday, disclosed that it was close to apprehending the 33-year-old man who allegedly strangled his lover, a 39-year-old mother of four in her apartment at Green Estate, Amuwo Odofin area of Lagos, two weeks ago.This is just as it has identified the fleeing suspect as one Kelechi Williams.
All was reportedly going on well for Williams and his international business woman lover and Chief Executive Officer /Managing Director of Edmark International, identified as Njideka Lizzy Nzewe, until July 19, 2014.

According to Vanguard, the late Njideka who was to travel to the United States of America on July 24, 2014, with her kids, had gone to the bank in the company of Williams to withdraw N4 million.

However, at about 2.30 am, Williams allegedly tied her hands, strangled her and thereafter, made away with over N8 million, her phones and her Range Rover SUV.

WOW...

Indigenous rapper Phyno spotted at a strip club in Dallas, Texas a day or two ago..

Former NFL player sends out iPads as wedding invitations!

Former NFL player Keyshawn Johnson (pictured above with fiancee) sent out the best wedding invitations ever - iPad 4s - each pre-programmed with all of the 411 for his big day, TMZ reports.

"It's pretty badass. Here's what we know. The iPads were sent to several guests a few weeks ago -- and once they're powered on, a program opens informing the recipients about Key's wedding events.

Also included -- a photo gallery, guestbook, and countdown to the big day. The couple also made it easy for guests to buy wedding gifts -- by including the registry right on the iPad.

Of course, the woman Keyshawn is set to marry is Jennifer Conrad -- his longtime GF and the mother of 2 of his children."

Former NFL player sends out iPads as wedding invitations!

Former NFL player Keyshawn Johnson (pictured above with fiancee) sent out the best wedding invitations ever - iPad 4s - each pre-programmed with all of the 411 for his big day, TMZ reports.

"It's pretty badass. Here's what we know. The iPads were sent to several guests a few weeks ago -- and once they're powered on, a program opens informing the recipients about Key's wedding events.

Also included -- a photo gallery, guestbook, and countdown to the big day. The couple also made it easy for guests to buy wedding gifts -- by including the registry right on the iPad.

Of course, the woman Keyshawn is set to marry is Jennifer Conrad -- his longtime GF and the mother of 2 of his children."

Vincent Enyeama shares pics of himself with his wife...

The Super Eagles goal keeper shared the photos above on his instagram page and wrote really loving messages to his wife and mother of his three children. In one message, he wrote "I am blessed to be loved by God, so much to let this diamond in my possession."...in another he wrote "What more could I have asked God for. She is just so adorable and gorgeous. She shines like a diamond."

Happy New Month, People!!

There will be people who do not like you...and never wish you well. There will be those who doubt you, your capabilities, your strengths and your motivations. And they there will be the non-believers, those who are convinced that you are nothing, that you won't amount to anything.

And then there will be YOU, proving them wrong!
Happy New Month! May this month be legendary and filled with miracles for you.Amen

Photos: Muma Gee & Husband Show Off Their Twins

So cute!

Corpse From Liberia Throws Anambra Into Confusion! Govt. Seals Hospital, Workers

A corpse of an Anambra State indigene brought from Liberia, yesterday, caused scare of the dreaded Ebola disease in the state, with officials of the state ministry of health directing security operatives to cordon off the mortuary where the body was deposited pending investigations by experts from the Federal Ministry of Health.

The corpse was brought into the country as a cargo and was taken straight to Apex Hospital and Mortuary at Nkwelle Ezunaka in Oyi Local Government Area of the state, apparently by his relations and waiting for burial.

Wednesday, 30 July 2014

Doctor who treated more than 100 Ebola patients dies from the virus

The Sierra Leonean doctor who treated more than 100 Ebola patients has also died. Dr Sheik Umar Khan (pictured above), who was hailed as a national hero for disregarding his own health and helping sick patients, died today July 29th from the disease after being diagnosed with the virus last week. He contacted the virus despite wearing protective gear when treating patients.

In an interview last month, the 39yr old doctor had expressed fears for his life because of his constant contact with Ebola patients.

"I am afraid for my life. Health workers are prone to the disease because we are the first port of call for somebody who is sickened by the disease. Even with the full protective clothing you put on, you are at risk" He told Reuters

His death comes days after a senior doctor at Liberia's largest hospital, Samuel Brisbane, died on Saturday at an Ebola treatment centre in Monrovia. 3 nurses working in the same Ebola treatment centre alongside Khan also died from the disease last week. Several other medics have been infected.

New pics from Dr Sid and Simi Osomo's traditional wedding

Such a beautiful couple.

Photo: Man stabs friend over N2,000 debt

The Edo state Police command has arrested a man identified as Oruma who allegedly stabbed his 20-year-old friend, Frederick Eze (pictured above), in the neck over a N2,000 debt.

Punch reports that Frederick, who was angry that Oruma had not paid his money, accosted him at the Oza area of the state & seized a property belonging to Frederick, who is an ice cream factory worker from Ebonyi state. A fight broke out between them and Oruma broke a bottle and stabbed Frederick in the neck.

Frederick lost conciousness after losing so much blood. He was rushed to a private hospital on a wheelbarrow after several cab drivers declined to take him.

Confirming the arrest, the Police Public Relations Officer, Edo State Command, Noble Uwoh, said, “He has been arrested. The two people in the matter are friends.” he said

All Fingers Point At AIG Zone 7, As New IG Is Appointed Today

Indications emerged, yesterday, in Abuja, that President Goodluck Jonathan and the Police council made up of the 36 state governors and the Chairman of the Police Service Commission, Mike Mbama Okiro (IGP, rtd) have settled for the Assistant Inspector General of Police, Zone 7, Mr. Suleiman Abba as the next Inspector General of Police when incumbent, Mohammed Dahiru Abubakar retires tomorrow after attaining the mandatory 35 years in service, Vanguard reports.

The incumbent IGP Mohammed Dahiru Abubakar, whose tenure expires tomorrow, July 31, 2014, was appointed the 16th indigenous IGP in January 2012.

Mikel Obi Gets British Passport In October

Mikel Obi is about to get his British passport in October, and he’s turning all offers down for now to at least stay in Chelsea for him to obtain his passport first, which he is due to get in October.

“Mikel will be a British citizen by October and that was one of the main considerations why he has opted to stay put at Chelsea at least for the time being. There are offers from clubs like Juventus, Galatasaray and Monaco, but he would rather get his passport before he considers any of them,” a close associate told africanFootball.com

Ebola: This Ish Scares The Jesus Outta Me! Jim Iyke Flees Liberia

Oh dear, this isn’t even funny. I feel for him, who won’t run. It’s better to leave business unfinished than end in grave.

Tuesday, 29 July 2014

Baby Cuteness Overload- Julius Agwu vs Kanye West

Aww... talk about hands-on dad's.We all saw Kanye and North taking a nap on Father's day..

Julius Agwu's wife shared this pic of her hubby sleeping with their baby boy,Zadok Chibuike Julius Agwu..The pic was posted weeks ago..

Nigerian journalists rubbish our reputation to sell papers-Mercy Aigbe

Mercy Aigbe has opened up on the major challenge faced by actors።..She told NigerianFilms
"Nigerian journalists have not been fair to us (actors). It’s often very sad when you see untrue, dirty details about you in the papers. They rubbish our reputation in order to sell their paper and it’s heart breaking.Again, in the industry, you see people beefing you here and there. They feel jealous because you are relatively young in the industry and you are getting more roles than they who are veterans in the field. But what they don’t understand is that it is by the Grace of God. The Bible says that it is not the power of he that ‘runneth’ but in God that ‘showeth’ mercy. God even says in the bible that “I will show mercy on whom I will show mercy.”

US Doctor On A Mission Infected With Ebola In Liberia Outbreak

A US doctor who has been in Liberia and battling the Ebola epidemic has himself fallen sick with the disease in Liberia, his aid agency said.

Dr Brantly who is married with two children, has been isolated at the group’s Ebola treatment center at the ELWA hospital in Liberia after he contacted the virus.

Samaritan’s Purse, a Christian charity, says the group is committed to doing everything possible to help Dr Brantly during this time of crisis. “We ask everyone to please pray for him and his family, a statement on their website reads”.

The Ebola virus causes severe fever, muscle pains, vomiting, diarrhoea and, in some cases, organ failure and unstoppable bleeding which kills within days.

Ebola is believed to be carried by animals hunted for meat, mostly bats. It spreads among humans via bodily fluids including sweat, meaning you can get sick from touching an infected person.

Patients believed to have caught the virus are mostly isolated to prevent further infection. Ebola first emerged in 1976 in what is now the Democratic Republic of Congo, and is named after a river there. Sadly, Nigeria recorded its first death on Friday, in a Lagos hospital. Just sad!

Kano: Bomb Thrown Into Catholic Church Kills Five

Kano has once again been attacked by insurgents. An explosive believed to be thrown into St. Charles Catholic Church in Sabon Gari area of Kano this afternoon by boko haram sect has killed at least five and wounded many.

Police believes an attacker threw the bomb into the church premises from across the street immediately the mass ended. This is not the first time the church will be attacked by insurgents.

Photos: Fear Of Boko Haram...Abuja Residents Stay Indoors During Eid-el-Fitri Celebration

Scanty Millennium Park

A lot of Abuja residents despite the two days public holiday declared by FG for the Eid-el-Fitri celebration have decided to stay at home due to the fear of boko haram sect. Usual fun places like the Millennium Park which is always over crowded during festive periods had only about 20 people who came out to celebrate.

This has got to be wrong in every way! (Photo)

A mother was heavily criticized by social media users after she shared this pic of her young daughter on her instagram page. Most said the shorts is too short for a girl this age...but she refused to take it down saying only pervs see anything other than a young girl in nice clothes. What do you think?

Nigerian ambassador, 3 ECOWAS staff, 55 others had contact with Lagos Ebola victim

59 people including the Nigerian Ambassador to Liberia, Chigozie Obi Nnadozie are said to have had direct and indirect contact with the late Liberian man, Patrick Sawyer, who died on Friday July 25th from the Ebola Virus in Lagos.

At a Joint Ministerial Press briefing of the Lagos State Ministry of Health and Federal Ministry of Health on development concerning the disease yesterday July 28th, the state Commissioner of Health, Dr Jide Idris said out of the 59 people who had contact with the late Patrick Sawyer, 44 were hospital contacts (38 healthcare workers & 6 laboratory staff) and 15 Airport contacts comprising 3 ECOWAS staff-driver, Liaison, and Protocol officers, Nigerian Ambassador to Monrovia, two nursing staff and five Airport passenger handlers.

Photos from the accident scene involving El Rufai's 23 year old son

El Rufai's son Hamza El Rufai died this morning in a fatal accident. Here are pics from the accident scene. Hamza was driving the black Lexus car (pictured above) when he ran into a stationery blue colored Volkswagen Saloon car around the Ningi Barrack along A.Y.A - Kubwa road aroudn 5.30am this morning July 29th.

Thursday, 24 July 2014

Asari Dokubo's Wife Calls Chibok Girls Abduction A Scam

As Nigerians pray for the over 200 abducted chibok girls today, been the 100^th day they were abducted, Asari Dokubo’s wife, Hajia Daba Dokubo-Asari took to her Facebook page to say the abduction has been a scam all along. Her words after the cut just in case you couldn't read the screenshot properly.