LARRY MADOWO FLIRTS WITH DEATH…

KTN’s Larry Madowo was on a whirlwind tour of Kisumu, Kakamega, Eldoret and Nakuru's tourist spots. Well, here are some photos of his on the tour. Photos by Standard's Maxwell Agwanda.

WANURI KAHIU’S PUMZI FILM: THE TRAILER

CHIDI BENZ IN NAIROBI Y’ALL

Tanzanian rapper Chidi Benz is currently in Nairobi shooting a music video with P Unit. The hiphop artiste who is the founder member of the group LAFamilia group, based in Ilala district, Dar es Salaam collaborated with P Unit in the latest joint Chaguo Langu.Chidi Benz is one of the more creative artists in the bongo flava Swahili hip hop genre. He has also collaborated on a long string of hits

Naija best comedy film of all time...

Whatever happened to our Sunday fun post? Well, lets get back to it and make sure it's regular from now on. My siblings and I couldn't agree on something so I'm bringing it here. For those who have followed Naija movies for a while, which of the comedy films would you pick as the best Naija comedy film of all time? I picked Chinedu Ikedieze and Hank Anuku's 'I'm inlove' but my sisters thinks it's Patience Ozokwor and Victor Osuagwu's 'One Dollar'. Someone else said it's Jenifa, another said it's Ikuku; what do you say?

Check out my list below and let's know what you think...

1. I Belong

2. Ikuku

3. Jenifa

4. One Dollar

5. Osuofia in London

6. Oba ju Oba lo

7. Baba Jaiye Jaiye

8. Aki and Paw Paw

9. Trouble Maker

10. I'm in love

You don't have to choose from my list, I'm sure there are other funny films you've seen that isn't listed here. So what's your best Naija comedy film of all time? 

Son of the soil...

Ikechukwu, Ikechukwu, Ikechukwu...the real son of the soil...what a body! Damn!!!
I know he's taken but that doesn't mean we can't admire...lol

INSYDER’S LATEST VALENTINE COVER GIRL

Check out some of the pix from the photoshoot with The Insyder Magazine's February cover girl. Tero made KTN’s Straight Up, a daily TV magazine show look all new and fab. Here you go enjoy them….

MAN CITY SIGNS KENYA'S MCDONALD MARIGA FOR SH1BILLION!

It's official, me and Mariga are related. Dude will be joining Man City at a heffy fee of Sh1billion. Yes, yes, i know I'm no football enthusiasts but this is like big news.Parma have accepted a Sh1billion offer for McDonald Mariga ahead of an imminent move to Premier League side Manchester City. Parma are now looking for an alternative midfielder to fill the void left by Mariga. "We hope to have

SHOCKER: RHYTHM CITY’S BAD GIRL IS AN INTROVERT

Moshidi Motshegwa isn’t at all like the nasty Naomi she plays in Rhythm City. In a recent interview with Sunday World, Moshidi revealed, “I don’t like doing interviews but I have no choice. It’s part of my job. “But I sometimes think it would be easier if people just Googled me and got the whole story.” She continues hesitantly: “I was born in Alexandra (during the revolutionary time) and have

Judge awards ₦100m damages to Uzoma Okere

Justice Opeyemi Oke of the Lagos High Court sitting in Igbosere has awarded ₦100 million in damages to Uzoma Okere who was assaulted by four officers of the Nigerian Navy on November 3, 2008.

Ms. Okere sued Rear-Admiral Harry Arogundade, the four naval ratings in his convoy whom she said beat and stripped her on the stated date, when she refused to leave the road for the convoy.

As part of the judgement, the court also asked the respondents to write a letter of apology to the claimants, which must be published in at least four newspapers within one month of the judgement.
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Source: 234next.com

Wow, fantastic news. You really can get justice in Nigeria if you try. But come o, who will give Uzoma the N100 million? The officers that beat her up, the officer that sent them, or the Nigerian Navy?

KENYAN VIDEO GAME WINS INTERNATIONAL PRIZE

Pamoja Mtaani, the action-based videogame pilot launched in 2008 aimed at fight against AIDS towards a HIV free generation won an international award. The behaviour change video game, created by Warner Bros, won the Global Business Coalition’s Business Excellence Award at the awards dinner in Washington, D.C late last year. Pamoja Mtaani tells the story of five East Africans, Judy the med student

TSOTSI ACTOR ARRESTED FOR ROBBERY

South African actor, Isreal Makoe who won an award for the role he played on Tsotsi and his two friends were arrested in Orange Grove, South Africa last week after they robbed three people of their cellphones and Sh5000.Accroding to South African Pig, Captain Phillip Maganedisa said two men and a woman were walking on the corner of Louis Botha and Second Street when a blue VW minibus stopped

My new pictures...

When I tell some people who didn’t know me as a model that I was once one of the most sought after models in Naija ... they give this kind of look that says "really?’ – Yes really!

A designer recently introduced me to someone as an ex-top model; the lady looked at me and said “Oh Really? in Nigeria?” – No, in Niger Republic...lol

I usually don’t come across as an ex-top model, mostly because of my ‘girl next door’ look, plus I’m always simply dressed, with minimal or no make-up at all. I’m not a *glamour glamour* kind of person...the only time I fix nails or eyelashes is when I have a very serious photo shoot, otherwise I’m all bare. There are a lot of girly things I don't bother myself with...maybe that's why I don't easily come across as a former model.

I've even once heard a girl say "It's only in Nigeria she can be a supermodel". - Whatever, bitch!...lol

Seriously I don't know what it was, but something worked for me because I really was big in my time. One time model of the year. One time highest paid. One time best runway model (Think Naomi Campbell...lol). And I can't even begin to count how many products I represented, plus all the billboards. But unfortunately for us models in Naija, modeling doesn’t bring you fame. Maybe some cash, but not fame. You have to tell your own story yourself. So I’m grateful for my blog, at least here I can share my thoughts, my stories and on days like this – my pictures.

I took these pictures for no purpose at all. I actually went to the studio to take just one photograph for a book project I’m working on and decided to take a few clothes (and one shoe...:-)) along just to pose a little...lol.

Check the pictures out...

This outfit was made by KFA fashions...loves it!

And the pictures were taken by Austin Osagie, who by the way is one of Naija’s best photographers, with world class equipments. Austin can be reached on 08033254892.

So what do you guys think of my pictures, cute or cute? You can abuse me o but not too much...lol

PS: You can check out some of my old modeling pictures here...http://lindaikeji.blogspot.com/2007/05/got-ya-linda-ikeji-pictures.html

Hilary Clinton's statement

US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has blamed failings by Nigerian leaders for increasing "radicalisation" among young Nigerians. She pointed to poor living standards and "unbelievable" corruption. She said she believed that bombing suspect Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab was "disturbed by his father's wealth".

Here's what she said "The information we have on the Christmas Day bomber so far seems to suggest that he was disturbed by his father's wealth and the kind of living conditions that he viewed as being not Islamic enough."

Disturbed by his father's wealth? What's wealth got to do with anything? He targeted America, not his father's mansion. There are plenty other rich Muslim men with sons who wouldn't do what Umar did, so I don't understand what she means by this statement. What do you think?

Naval Helicopter crashes.

A Nigerian Navy Agusta reconnaissance helicopter marked 06 with three naval officers and one rating on board crashed in the swamps of Mmiri Ochiochi in Obodo Isiokpo in Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State yesterday, killing all the people on board.

The helicopter was heading to Lagos from Port Harcourt.The mangled bodies have been pulled out at the crash site opposite Government Secondary School, Isiokpo.

According to News Agency of Nigeria, the helicopter went down near Port Harcourt International Airport while searching for a ship that supposedly ran aground in the region.

A naval spokesman Commodore David Nabaida confirmed the crash, adding that it took place in the troubled Niger Delta region of that country, but said he was far from being sure it was perpetrated by terrorists. Militants and oil thieves have attacked pipelines and security forces in the oil-rich Niger Delta region but have not shot down a plane.

Pictures from Teju Babyface birthday Parry

 In this photo, Ali Baba, Gbenga Adeyinka, Tee A, BasketMouth, Teju Babyface, Koffi, and Jedi.

 Seems like everyone had fun. Happy birthday dude.

Guess who?

 She's a replica of her famous mum. Guess who this lady is...

Quote of the day

"After you learned how to read and do addition, what else did we need school for that we use in everyday life as an adult?" - The Game.

Kelly Rowland frisked at airport

Kelly Rowland gets stopped at airport security, they make her take off her boot and frisk her.
See her smiling...such a good sport.

P-Diddy's gift to 16yr old son, Justin.

No matter how rich you are, is it OK to give a $350 thousand dollars car to your sixteen year old?
Please discuss!

Gary coleman's mugshot...

This picture of child actor, Gary Coleman, was taken over the weekend after being arrested on a warrant for failing to appear in court. The police reportedly were called to Coleman’s home outside Salt Lake City on a report of a domestic disturbance. No evidence of a crime was found, but police took him into custody on the 2009 failure-to-appear warrant. Then this mugshot...he must have been really pissed at being arrested...lol

Awww, wasn't he so cute back in the day?

NaijaWeddings 2 day sale event in Ibadan

On February 5th and 6th 2010, all roads lead to Ibadan, Oyo State for the 2 day bridal wear exhibition put together by Naijaweddings. All wedding gowns are top quality USA/UK original designer gowns. The prices range between N20,000 and N60,000. Come check out Tiaras, Veils, Wedding Jewellery, Bridal Hair accessories, Cosmetics, Handbags, Shoes, Wedding decor, UK designed wedding invitations, Bridal Train Accessories, Honeymoon accessories and perfumes. There will also be an experienced wedding planner on the 2 days available to assist.

Venue: Bella Kitchen,along Favos Road (Near Mr.Biggs) New Bodija,Ibadan,Oyo State
Date: 5 & 6 February 2010
Time: 10 a.m-6 p.m

There will be free gifts such as sweets and perfumes for all guests.
Be there!!!

Photo of the day

These dogs have Shayo'd...lol!

Lovers set to sail with Tunde and Wunmi Obe again

Every year, Nigeria's favourite showbiz couple Tunde and Wunmi Obe will host lovers to a lavish and romantic ball; in celebration of the day globally dedicated to love and lovers - February 14. This year's event, billed for February 14, will be on the NIRE PREST CRUISE LINER; with performances by A-list musicians and comedians.


Organised by TWO's KopyKat Entertainment, Cupid's Ball is Nigeria's most enduring annual lover's event; and the most celebrated. Past events have held at EKO Hotels and Lagoon Restaurant in Victoria Island, Lagos.

This year's edition is in collaboration with Primetime Entertainment; with support from Soundcity, theNETng.com, Now Muzik, Dejavu, Kennis Communications, Encomium Weekly and others.

What more? As usual, there will be the blind date game; as well as a lingerie show - a segment that has become very popular with guests over the years.

WANURI'S SCI-FI SCREENED AT SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL

Filmmaker Wanuri Kahiu's science fiction film, Pumzi will be screened at this year’s Sundance Film Festival as part of it's New African Cinema program. This being Kenya’s first science fiction film, we hope it will shade some much needed light to the talented minds in the country.Pumzi will play a total of five times at Sundance between January 22 and January 30. The 29 minute-film is about

KENYAN SUITOR HEARTBROKEN BY CHELSEA CLINTON’S ENGAGEMENT

Renewed attempts by Kenyan businessman to woo Bill and Hilary Clinton’s only child Chelsea are in top gear.Godwin Chepkurgor has penned a two page long letter to Chelsea to be sent through the American Ambassador Michael Ranneberger on a ‘very private and personal issue’. “I am still smitten. I have recently learnt through the media that my beloved lady is betrothed to someone else and that she

TPF1’S CEDRIC ON NTV’S GUY CENTRE

Former reality show contestant Cedric Dambala will be making a debut on TV. This Wednesday at 8pm, the star will be on NTV drama series Guy Centre. He will be performing some of his new hits form his yet to be released album Is This Love.This comes after a two-year break from music, Cedric just completed his studies Egerton University where he was studying Community Development. He released his

Charity begins at home by Eldee TheDon

Here is something rapper and producer Eldee Thedon wrote. I want you guys to read and tell us what you think afterwards...

Charity begins at home - Eldee Thedon 

I received all your broadcast messages about Haiti but I'm yet to see anyone show concern for the people being slaughtered in Jos, or for the people who haven't had constant power nor clean water for decades, those who die daily in hospitals due to lack of proper healthcare, those who go to school and learn nothing because the education system has collapsed, those who live in the worst humanly possible conditions in the world...the average Nigerian.

I'm not an insensitive person, in fact I am very compassionate but it feels to me like we don't realize that we share the same conditions as the Haitians right now. For some reason, we can't see our situation as bad or maybe we have all subconsciously chosen to ignore it. I am not against compassion and support for Haiti, I'd just like for us Nigerians to look inward and see that our country also needs help in every sector. We all need a moment to notice how dilapidated our country's infrastructure is and how desperate we all should be for change.

Please donate to re-building Haiti but as you do so, think of what you can do to help Nigeria and Nigerians in need, there are as many as 60million of us living in similar conditions as Haiti right now. Some may argue that the two scenarios are incomparable but the hard truth is that the living conditions in Haiti today is as it has been for millions of Nigerians for over 2 decades. The world does not notice or highlight our issues because even we the people that are affected have become so used to it, we don't see it as a problem. I'm deeply saddened by the conditions in Haiti and I pray for God's sustenance for its people, but I have felt the same way about Nigeria for over a decade.
I believe we should all take time to reflect on the issue. It is for the greater good of our children and grand children as Nigerians.
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Alright, what do you guys think of his stand on this issue?
And can we really compare what's going on in Haiti to our situation in Naija?
Pls let's know what you think...

WYCLEF SHEDS TEARS AT HAITI FUND CONTROVERSY

Haitian born Wyclef Jean held a press conference to dispel rumors that his Yele Haiti foundation had misused funds and failed to properly file its taxes. "If you're a man with a clear conscience, speak with a clear conscience and the world will know," Wyclef said to an audience of reporters. "The books are open. We have a clean bill of health from an auditor."This came after The Smoking Gun

NINA OGOT PERFORMS AT INDIAN FESTIVAL

Afro-acoustic singer Nina Ogot took part in the second International Theatre Festival of Kerala (ITFok) where she staged two plays during the week long festival last year from December 20 to 28.Nina, famed for the songs Chokora and African Angel represented Kenya together with the Theatre Company invited for the festival. The theme of the festival was Afro-Asia and saw not only Asian talent but

Obi and Yetunde Asika's wedding pictures.

The couple had their white wedding on the 23rd of Dec 2009. It was a very private affair, with only 200 guests invited. Check out some pictures from the wedding.

Wishing them a happy married life!!!