Banky W writes open letter to all single people as he debuts his new music, GidiLove

If I got a million naira every time I am asked when I will marry, I'd be a billionaire but thankfully, I am not the only person in this situation. Many other single folks, even the men, are being hounded everyday to get married...by fire, by force:-). Banky wrote a funny piece to introduce a hot new song he just released titled 'Gidi Love', addressing this. Read his write up & listen to the song after the cut
My fellow Bachelors & Bachelorette
For too long we have been teased, harassed and tormented by Society with "When will you marry" and "when is your wedding" ?? It is getting out of hand. U don't see us going around to old people asking them " please when is your funeral"? These days, I can't even post "Good morning" on social media, without someone saying "yes but it will be a better morning WHEN YOU MARRY!"
It is with this in mind, that #GidiLove was created. The song is in defense of all single people in Lagos and all over the world. Some of us are just not ready. Some of us are single and searching but it hasn't worked out yet. There are others who may just not want to get married at all. The point is that, in the words of the great @youngskales, it's Nobody's Business.
By God's grace we will get there.. we will settle down with the right person and live happily ever after. But until then, pls leave us alone. Because the same people who are pressuring us and talking us into marriage, are the same people who will mock us and talk ABOUT us if the marriage ends quickly. If it's party rice you people want, we will give you party rice. And peppered fish. And some ciroc to wash it down. But leave us and our single status alone.
My fellow Single people, waste no time in downloading #GidiLove today. So the next time someone asks u those annoying questions, just smile and play the jam for them. By Order of the most Eligible Bachelor in Lagos,
Mr W.
Download links:
https://soundcloud.com/bankyw/ gidi-love
https://www.hulkshare.com/ qc7ornta23uo
Also available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Amazon, Tidal and all other digital music platforms.

Banky W writes open letter to all single people as he debuts his new music, GidiLove

If I got a million naira every time I am asked when I will marry, I'd be a billionaire but thankfully, I am not the only person in this situation. Many other single folks, even the men, are being hounded everyday to get married...by fire, by force:-). Banky wrote a funny piece to introduce a hot new song he just released titled 'Gidi Love', addressing this. Read his write up & listen to the song after the cut
My fellow Bachelors & Bachelorette
For too long we have been teased, harassed and tormented by Society with "When will you marry" and "when is your wedding" ?? It is getting out of hand. U don't see us going around to old people asking them " please when is your funeral"? These days, I can't even post "Good morning" on social media, without someone saying "yes but it will be a better morning WHEN YOU MARRY!"
It is with this in mind, that #GidiLove was created. The song is in defense of all single people in Lagos and all over the world. Some of us are just not ready. Some of us are single and searching but it hasn't worked out yet. There are others who may just not want to get married at all. The point is that, in the words of the great @youngskales, it's Nobody's Business.
By God's grace we will get there.. we will settle down with the right person and live happily ever after. But until then, pls leave us alone. Because the same people who are pressuring us and talking us into marriage, are the same people who will mock us and talk ABOUT us if the marriage ends quickly. If it's party rice you people want, we will give you party rice. And peppered fish. And some ciroc to wash it down. But leave us and our single status alone.
My fellow Single people, waste no time in downloading #GidiLove today. So the next time someone asks u those annoying questions, just smile and play the jam for them. By Order of the most Eligible Bachelor in Lagos,
Mr W.
Download links:
https://soundcloud.com/bankyw/ gidi-love
https://www.hulkshare.com/ qc7ornta23uo
Also available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Amazon, Tidal and all other digital music platforms.

SA rapper Aka spends time with his daughter on her 1st birthday

South African rapper Aka celebrated his daughter Kairo's 1st birthday yesterday. Kairo is his daughter with his ex, popular SA DJ, Zinhle Jiyane. Zinhle also shared beautiful photos from her daughter's birthday. See more photos as you continue..
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SA rapper Aka spends time with his daughter on her 1st birthday

South African rapper Aka celebrated his daughter Kairo's 1st birthday yesterday. Kairo is his daughter with his ex, popular SA DJ, Zinhle Jiyane. Zinhle also shared beautiful photos from her daughter's birthday. See more photos as you continue..
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Ex MBGN Anita Uwagbale-Iseghohi & her daughter in matching Edo outfits (photos)

Before & After! Ex Beauty Queen/Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria 2004 - Anita Uwagbale-Iseghohi shared this side by side photo of her daughter representing Edo in her school's pageant and a throwback photo of herself doing the same during MBGN 2004 competition. She captioned the photos, 'I had to go dig out my old #mbgn2004 pic. History is getting ready to repeat itself. #weworkingonit. Many years to come tho. lol. Like mother, like daughter.'

Ex MBGN Anita Uwagbale-Iseghohi & her daughter in matching Edo outfits (photos)

Before & After! Ex Beauty Queen/Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria 2004 - Anita Uwagbale-Iseghohi shared this side by side photo of her daughter representing Edo in her school's pageant and a throwback photo of herself doing the same during MBGN 2004 competition. She captioned the photos, 'I had to go dig out my old #mbgn2004 pic. History is getting ready to repeat itself. #weworkingonit. Many years to come tho. lol. Like mother, like daughter.'

Serena Williams beats Angelique Kerber to claim 7th Wimbledon title

Tennis Champion Serena Williams finally clinched a record 22nd grand slam singles title in the Wimbledon final today. The world number one is now tied with Steffi Graf at the top of the open era women's champions list and just two short of Margaret Court's all-time record of 24 titles. Beyonce and Jay Z, Natalie Portman, singer Alesha Dixon and others were present to watch the Wimbledon ladies final. See more photos after the cut....

Serena Williams beats Angelique Kerber to claim 7th Wimbledon title

Tennis Champion Serena Williams finally clinched a record 22nd grand slam singles title in the Wimbledon final today. The world number one is now tied with Steffi Graf at the top of the open era women's champions list and just two short of Margaret Court's all-time record of 24 titles. Beyonce and Jay Z, Natalie Portman, singer Alesha Dixon and others were present to watch the Wimbledon ladies final. See more photos after the cut....

See More Photos from actor, Seun Akindele's wedding

Actor Seun Akindele's wedding to his fiancee, Toun, took place in Lagos today July 8th. Congrats to him and his wife.

See More Photos from actor, Seun Akindele's wedding

Actor Seun Akindele's wedding to his fiancee, Toun, took place in Lagos today July 8th. Congrats to him and his wife.

Whoa! Reese Witherspoon and her look-alike daughter

The resemblance between the 40 year old actress and her 16 year old look-alike daughter is amazing. Beautiful!

Whoa! Reese Witherspoon and her look-alike daughter

The resemblance between the 40 year old actress and her 16 year old look-alike daughter is amazing. Beautiful!

TY Bello shares portraits of children at the Borno IDP camp (Photos and video)

MAMAGANA : I want to be a tailor when I grow up . I really like fashion . I have my brother here with me .TY Bello who visited children at Borno IDP camp said the children shared incredible stories with her. She shared some of the stories and some portraits of the kids she photographed. She also made a video where she taught the children how to say 'Hi'.

MAGAMA Im still a little confused . I was asleep when Bokoram came to our town so I still don't understand why I'm at the camp.
My name is Hafsat Mohammed .Boko Haram Terrorists came to our town .. They killed my brothers and sisters . I now live here at the camp and go to school. I am in primary 2. When I close my eyes I imagine a tomorrow Where I'm a doctor and I'm helping other people .

A video posted by TY Bello (@tybello)onJul 9, 2016 at 3:28am PDT

TY Bello shares portraits of children at the Borno IDP camp (Photos and video)

MAMAGANA : I want to be a tailor when I grow up . I really like fashion . I have my brother here with me .TY Bello who visited children at Borno IDP camp said the children shared incredible stories with her. She shared some of the stories and some portraits of the kids she photographed. She also made a video where she taught the children how to say 'Hi'.

MAGAMA Im still a little confused . I was asleep when Bokoram came to our town so I still don't understand why I'm at the camp.
My name is Hafsat Mohammed .Boko Haram Terrorists came to our town .. They killed my brothers and sisters . I now live here at the camp and go to school. I am in primary 2. When I close my eyes I imagine a tomorrow Where I'm a doctor and I'm helping other people .

A video posted by TY Bello (@tybello)onJul 9, 2016 at 3:28am PDT

I want people to follow my good example- 2face Idibia

In an interview with CNBC Africa, music legend Tuface Idibia talked about how he is growing as an individual and as a singer. He also talked about how he has inspired a lot of people through his music. He said a lot of people have come to him to say that they achieved success by following his example.
He said:
“I have heard people say that I have mentored them, I would like to say that I am just doing my own thing and I am trying to grow and if you see the positive ways that I am following, follow it. “I’m human, many things take place in people’s lives so I want them to follow my good example.”

I want people to follow my good example- 2face Idibia

In an interview with CNBC Africa, music legend Tuface Idibia talked about how he is growing as an individual and as a singer. He also talked about how he has inspired a lot of people through his music. He said a lot of people have come to him to say that they achieved success by following his example.
He said:
“I have heard people say that I have mentored them, I would like to say that I am just doing my own thing and I am trying to grow and if you see the positive ways that I am following, follow it. “I’m human, many things take place in people’s lives so I want them to follow my good example.”

Photos: Kebbi State first lady, Dr Zainab Bagudu arrives Sokoto for the burial of her father, Umari Shinkafi

Dr Zainab Shinkafi Bagudu has just arrived Sokoto in preparation for the burial rites according to Islamic tradition of her father, late Alh. Umar Shinkafi which would be held at the Sultan Bello Mosque in Sokoto, immediately after the juma'at prayers.
Late Shinkafi, who holds the traditional title of Marafan Sokoto, died at the Harefiel Hospital, Hill End Road, Harefield, Middlesex, UKon Wednesdayafter a prolonged illness. He was aged 79.
In hand to receive her were the commissioner for women affairs ( Hajiya Kulu Sifawa , DG SOSMEDA ( Haj Aishat HASSAN ) APC state female elders led by Hajiya Laraba Dattijo , Haj. Fatima ILO and others , Aisha Maina ( social media to the governor ) Asmau Shagari ( S.A to Hajiya Mairo Aminu Tambuwal and other women folks.
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Photos: Kebbi State first lady, Dr Zainab Bagudu arrives Sokoto for the burial of her father, Umari Shinkafi

Dr Zainab Shinkafi Bagudu has just arrived Sokoto in preparation for the burial rites according to Islamic tradition of her father, late Alh. Umar Shinkafi which would be held at the Sultan Bello Mosque in Sokoto, immediately after the juma'at prayers.
Late Shinkafi, who holds the traditional title of Marafan Sokoto, died at the Harefiel Hospital, Hill End Road, Harefield, Middlesex, UKon Wednesdayafter a prolonged illness. He was aged 79.
In hand to receive her were the commissioner for women affairs ( Hajiya Kulu Sifawa , DG SOSMEDA ( Haj Aishat HASSAN ) APC state female elders led by Hajiya Laraba Dattijo , Haj. Fatima ILO and others , Aisha Maina ( social media to the governor ) Asmau Shagari ( S.A to Hajiya Mairo Aminu Tambuwal and other women folks.
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Oyo State wins 2016 Copa Coca-Cola U-15 tournament

Oyo state’s Asegun Comprehensive High School boys have won the 2016 edition of Copa Coca-Cola U-15 tournament and smiled home after weeks of hard won and tension-filled matches, with a cash prize of N1 million Naira.
The victory came after the Asegun defeated National Grammar School, Nike, Enugu, at the National Final match played at the Onikan stadium, Lagos Island over the weekend.
Oyo State’s emergence as winners of the tournament ended weeks of football matches that started with over 3000 schools and 60,000 platers from across 32 states of the federation.
Determined and focused all through the 60 minutes of play that ended in a goal less draw, both teams put up a strong spirited fight for the trophy and the prize money of a million naira. In the end however, the Asegun boys pulled an ace from their hat with a 5-3 score during the penalty shootout.
Presenting the medals and trophies to the Asegun boys, the Managing Director, Coca-Cola Nigeria, Adeola Adetunji congratulated them for their outstanding performances in the tournament, stating that their hard work and team spirit earned them the victory. “We are forever committed to unlocking the potentials of exceptionally talented teenagers because we believe in their passion.”
Captain of the winning team, Olanrewaju Fadipe, who was unable to control his happiness, shed tears of joy and declared that he was overwhelmed and grateful to Coca-Cola for the chance to participate in the tournament.
The second place winners, National Grammar School, Nike, Enugu state, received a cash prize of N500, 000. Others winners celebrated at the grand finale was the best goalkeeper throughout the tournament, James Ogenetega of Rockford Secondary School, Ikorodu Lagos; Most Valuable Player of the tournament, Million Koma of National Grammar School, Nike, Enugu; and Highest Goal Scorer of the tournament, Prosper Chidera Ojukwu of FOSLA Academy, Abuja.
The match event was graced by top officials from the Lagos state government, the National School Sports Federation (NSSF), Senior Staff of Coca-Cola, 2016 BET Best New International Act Award winner, ‘Falz the bad guy’, as well as ex-internationals Tajudeen Disu and Nigeria’s Football legend, Austin ‘Jay-Jay’ Okocha.
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Falz Performing at COPA Grand Finale
Falz Performing at COPA Grand Finale

Oyo State wins 2016 Copa Coca-Cola U-15 tournament

Oyo state’s Asegun Comprehensive High School boys have won the 2016 edition of Copa Coca-Cola U-15 tournament and smiled home after weeks of hard won and tension-filled matches, with a cash prize of N1 million Naira.
The victory came after the Asegun defeated National Grammar School, Nike, Enugu, at the National Final match played at the Onikan stadium, Lagos Island over the weekend.
Oyo State’s emergence as winners of the tournament ended weeks of football matches that started with over 3000 schools and 60,000 platers from across 32 states of the federation.
Determined and focused all through the 60 minutes of play that ended in a goal less draw, both teams put up a strong spirited fight for the trophy and the prize money of a million naira. In the end however, the Asegun boys pulled an ace from their hat with a 5-3 score during the penalty shootout.
Presenting the medals and trophies to the Asegun boys, the Managing Director, Coca-Cola Nigeria, Adeola Adetunji congratulated them for their outstanding performances in the tournament, stating that their hard work and team spirit earned them the victory. “We are forever committed to unlocking the potentials of exceptionally talented teenagers because we believe in their passion.”
Captain of the winning team, Olanrewaju Fadipe, who was unable to control his happiness, shed tears of joy and declared that he was overwhelmed and grateful to Coca-Cola for the chance to participate in the tournament.
The second place winners, National Grammar School, Nike, Enugu state, received a cash prize of N500, 000. Others winners celebrated at the grand finale was the best goalkeeper throughout the tournament, James Ogenetega of Rockford Secondary School, Ikorodu Lagos; Most Valuable Player of the tournament, Million Koma of National Grammar School, Nike, Enugu; and Highest Goal Scorer of the tournament, Prosper Chidera Ojukwu of FOSLA Academy, Abuja.
The match event was graced by top officials from the Lagos state government, the National School Sports Federation (NSSF), Senior Staff of Coca-Cola, 2016 BET Best New International Act Award winner, ‘Falz the bad guy’, as well as ex-internationals Tajudeen Disu and Nigeria’s Football legend, Austin ‘Jay-Jay’ Okocha.
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Falz Performing at COPA Grand Finale
Falz Performing at COPA Grand Finale

Hamilton touches down in Britain in his private jet

The 31 year old race car driver arrived Britain in his distinctive private jet ahead of this weekend's British Grand Prix. He wrote on his Instagram after being photographed leaving his metallic red Bombardier Challenger private jet: 'Arrived in Britain! Can't wait to see my home crowd this weekend!'

Hamilton touches down in Britain in his private jet

The 31 year old race car driver arrived Britain in his distinctive private jet ahead of this weekend's British Grand Prix. He wrote on his Instagram after being photographed leaving his metallic red Bombardier Challenger private jet: 'Arrived in Britain! Can't wait to see my home crowd this weekend!'

SLOT staff send birthday shoutout to their MD's wife, Nkechi Ezeigbo

Happy birthday to the Executive Director of SLOT, Mrs Nkechi Ezeigbo. On this special day we wish you great health and great life, filled with prosperity and true happiness! May this day bring you lots of wonderful memories. Signed: SLOT Management Team...

SLOT staff send birthday shoutout to their MD's wife, Nkechi Ezeigbo

Happy birthday to the Executive Director of SLOT, Mrs Nkechi Ezeigbo. On this special day we wish you great health and great life, filled with prosperity and true happiness! May this day bring you lots of wonderful memories. Signed: SLOT Management Team...