FRANZISKA VAN ALMSICK WEARING PETER PILOTTO – 2012 BAMBI AWARDS

 German gold medalist swimmer Franziska van Almsick Attends ‘BAMBI Awards 2012′ at the Stadthalle Duesseldorf on November 22, 2012 in Duesseldorf, Germany.

 Peter Pilotto fall 2012 blue, white and black floral print peplum floor length gown with cut-outs.

Credit: Getty, Vogue.com

African Footballer of the Year 2012: CAF reveals final five nominees

Yaya Toure

Yaya Toure, the current African Footballer of the Year, is in the running for the award this year, after the Confederation of African Football (CAF), included him in the five-man shortlist.

The others that made the cut are: Andrew ‘Dede’ Ayew, Demba Ba, Didier Drogba and Alex Song.

The five players, were part of the initial 34-man list of nominees, who were later pruned down to 10 names. The final nominees were decided by votes from the head coaches and technical directors of the football associations affiliated to CAF.

CAF also unveiled Egypt and Al Ahly midfielder Mohamed Aboutrika and Zambian duo Rainford Kalaba and Stoppila Sunzu who both play for DR Congo’s TP Mazembe, as the nominees for the Africa-based Player of the Year award.

The winners of the awards, will be announced at a ceremony in Accra, Ghana on December 20.

MYLEENE KLASS CARRYING DOLCE AND GABBANA ‘MISS SICILY MACRAMÉ AND LACE-APPLIQUÉ TOTE’

 British Singer,  TV/ Media personality Myleene Kla Seen at BBC Radio 2 on November 23, 2012 in London, England.

Carrying: Dolce and Gabbana ’Miss Sicily Macramé And Lace-Appliqué Tote’ buy now at NeimanMarcus.com 

Credit: Getty, FilmMagic

GQ’S ‘EMANCIPATORS OF THE YEAR’ ARE ‘DJANGO UNCHAINED’ MEN, SAMUEL JACKSON, FOX, TARANTINO, AND WALTZ

The men of Django Unchained, Samuel L. Jackson, director Quentin Tarantino, Jamie Foxx, and Christoph Waltz made the GQ 2012 list as the ‘Emancipators of the year.’ why?

According to Jamie Foxx—and despite what you may have heard so far—Quentin Tarantino’s latest genre mash-up, the spaghetti-Western- slash-blaxploitation-saga Django Unchained, is a love story, not a revenge fantasy. Foxx, who plays a freed slave on a violent odyssey through the antebellum South to find his unemancipated wife, lowers his voice to a guttural whisper to imitate Tarantino’s constant reminders of his motivation: “You want your woman!” His partner in the journey is Inglourious Basterds Oscar winner Christoph Waltz—the duo head up a loaded cast that also includes Samuel L. Jackson, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Don Johnson as vintage QT villains—and just as he did in Basterds, Waltz brings to the movie a kind of silky Continental braininess. But he may have missed the memo on the love-story bit. “Quentin’s movies are grand cinematic opera,” says Waltz. “Slavery in this case would be the great dilemma, and the great dilemma of the hero is: To avenge or not to avenge?” This is a Tarantino flick, so take a wild guess.

Django Unchained hits theater on December 25. 

On Jackson: blazer by John Varvatos, shirt by Dolce & Gabbana, tie by Topman
On Foxx: vest by Vivienne Westwood, shirt by Gucci
On Waltz: suit and vest by Prada, bow tie by Ben Sherman

Credit: GQ.com, Gregory Harris

R. Kelly takes ‘Trapped in the Closet’ to Broadway

R&B star R Kelly has announced that he hopes to adapt his cult ‘hip-hopera’ Trapped in the Closet for the stage. Launching the newest instalment of the sung-through soap opera – an increasingly improbable tale triggered by an adulterous one-night stand – the singer-songwriter said that he had received an offer to take it to Broadway, and might even star in it himself.

“To transform it into a Broadway version, that’s what I’m working on,” said the 45-year-old, real name Robert Sylvester Kelly. Although he gave little away, a spokesperson for the singer told the New York Times that a stage version is “a very real possibility we are exploring”.

Trapped in the Closet started life as part of Kelly’s album TP.3 Reloaded, but a filmed version of 12 episodes was released on DVD in 2005, with a further 10 episodes released two years later. The series follows Sylvester, played by Kelly, through a series of sexual misdemeanours that spin out of his control, after he’s forced to hide in the eponymous closet when a lover’s husband unexpectedly returns home.

At the launch on 19 November, Kelly announced that he has written a further 85 episodes, the next batch of which will premiere on the American television channel IFC. “The chapters that are coming – the show, we call it – is going to exceed every chapter that you have ever seen,” he said.

That is quite a claim: previous episodes have involved a pimp with a severe stutter, an asthmatic midget and an awful lot of hiding in cupboards. Each chapter ends with a cliffhanger.

“I’m just having a lot of fun,” Kelly continued. “I don’t have a job, so I sit in the studio all day and think of stuff to do and this is just something stupid I’ve done that’s been successful for me.”

SARA NURU WEARING JIL SANDER – 2012 BAMBI AWARDS

Jil Sander fall 2012 dress paired with a pair of silver pointy-toe slingback runway heels. Chopard statement jewels completed her look.

Credit: Wire Image, Vogue.com

PHOTO: Road Built Around Chinese Couple's House Who Refused To Relocate

Luo Baogen and his wife insist on living in the half-demolished building in the city of Wenling, in Zhejiang province, China because they believe that the relocation compensation offered by the government is not enough.

Now the only building left standing, the five storey block is a strange sight as cars drive around it while the couple remain living inside.

To ensure the couple’s safety, adjacent rooms in the building have been left intact but all their neighbours have moved out.

Earlier this year, Hong Chunqin, 75, and her husband Kung, who live in the two dilapidated buildings with their two sons, had initially agreed to sell the property in Taizhou, in Zhejiang province and accepted £8,000 in compensation. But then she changed her mind and refunded the money once work on the road had started.

Lil Wayne To Retire From Rap After “The Carter V”

Lil Wayne’s upcoming album “Tha Carter V” will be his last before retiring from the music biz .Lil Wayne’s only got two albums left before he turns in his keys. The release of the highly-anticipated I Am Not A Human Being II is scheduled for February 19th, after which he will release The Carter V, and retire. Wayne states that as his interest grows in otherdomains, his passion for the recording studio has dwindled.

“I know y’all want me around for a little bit, [but] Tha Carter V is my last album,” he told MTV. “I’ve been rapping since I was 8 years old; I’m 30 now. That’s a long time, and I like to do so many more things, and when I like to do something, I end up loving to do it real quick. And I love to do something, I’m fully focused on it and it only, and music sometimes is not that ‘it.’”

No word on whether he will tour to promote the album following its release date. What do you think? Will he end up producing, or make a “comeback” in a couple years, as a lot of artists have done? Anything to do with the seizures?

Source : MTV NEWS

Human right activist, Aborishade attacked by gunmen in Ibadan

Human rights activist, Comrade Femi Aborisade was attacked by alleged armed robbers at his official residence within the Polytechnic of Ibadan, Oyo State on thursday.

DailyPost gathered that the hefty men armed with various dangerous weapons including guns went away with his Ipad, laptop computer, laptop bag containing documents, cell phones, complimentary cards and cash, as well as his wife’s jewellery.

Confirming the incident, Aborishade said he was not sure whether the attack was political or not but assured that nothing can stop him from criticising bad governance in Nigeria.

He said, “Members of my family and I have just been attacked by armed robbers at my residence within The Polytechnic, Ibadan, between 12:40 and 1:00 a.m today.

“They left cuts on me in the process of their attacks on me and my wife. Though I do not know whether or not the attack has political undertone, I will continue to be critical of bad governance till I breathe my last,”

He however noted that the institution’s security unit had been notified, affirming that the incident would be reported to the state police.

21-year-old appointed as club manager based on Computer Game (Football Manager) experience

An unknown youngster has beaten off competition from former European Player of the Year Jean-Pierre Papin to be named the new manager of Azerbaijani club Baku FC – based on his experience of playing the computer game Football Manager.

Vugar Guloglan oglu Huseynzade, aged just 21, was confirmed as manager of ambitious Azerbaijan club, Baku FC on Wednesday, following the sacking of former Olympiacos defender Bozdar Bandovic.

Huseynzade, who has been a behind-the-scenes advisor since February, fought off competition from former France striker Jean-Pierre Papin – a man who has previous managerial experience with Strasbourg, Lens and Chateauroux.

The young man has now understandably shot to fame, but the size of the challenge does not faze him.

Speaking to a Swedish newspaper after the news broke of his appointment, Huseynzade explained that while he has never held a real managerial position, he has 10 years’ worth of experience to call upon from the computer simulation Football Manager.

‘I’ve always wanted to work in football and have played Football Manager since 2002,’ said Huseynzade.

The passionate prospect has already set out his aims for the future, with the goal to get Baku into the Europa League within three years.

A realistic challenge perhaps, but Baku are currently in the relegation zone in the Azerbaijani Premier League, and have it all to do to avoid relegation.

Source: UK Metro

How I Cope With Stardom- Pawpaw

Handsome but miniature in nature actor, Osita Iheme popularly called Pawpaw in Nollywood, has revealed the secrets of how he is able to cope with stardom.

According to him, ‘’each time I leave the house, I always have it at the back of my mind that I am a celebrity. I know that people will come to me and do all sorts of things out of excitement. I try to be involved in such scenario whenever I find myself in a situation where fans gather around me. I try to always remember that these fans are the ones that admire my work. I always try to keep a head straight and carry on with my fans.’’

Osita who is still single unlike his friend, Chinedu Aki said he wants to help the younger generation and help build a solid foundation for them.

‘’I want to help a lot of people in future. I want a situation where young and talented people can say that Osita Iheme inspired them to be what they are. I want them to say that I was the one that influenced their lives positively. I want to help build the younger generation. I also try to help people in need. I just want people to look back and say that they are what they are because God used me to touch their lives.’’

Source : nigeriafilms.com

Its Big!!! ‘Top Of The World’s Greatness’ Hits Ghana With P-Square,Sarkodie And R2Bees!

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Come meet the new me on Sat the  1^st December 2012 at the Independence Square

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Pregnant woman bags jail term for dumping day old baby in latrine

The cry of a baby into a family ought to stir some joy and immeasurable happiness but the reverse was the case when a 25-year-old woman, Ms Toyin Akinbobola, dumped her day-old baby inside a pit toilet at Idanre, Ondo State.

DailyPost learnt nemesis caught up with Toyin, when the cry of the innocent baby attracted a young boy who wanted to use the toilet moments she had carried out the criminal act. Shocked by his discovery, the boy called the attention of other neighbours to help save the baby’s life.

Immediately, some of the residents dashed off and made a formal report to the Olofin Police Station.

On the arrival of the police, the baby which has been covered with excreta and maggots was removed from the stench and rushed to Idanre General Hospital from where she was later referred to the Mother and Child Hospital in Akure for a comprehensive medical treatment.
Painfully, although the baby’s life was saved, medical reports indicated that one of her ears and left eye has been damaged by the maggots.

However, acting on the directives of Ondo State Ministry of Women Affairs, the poor baby has been taken to the Motherless babies’ home on Akure-Oba-Ile Road.

Meanwhile, all efforts to apprehend the perpetrator of the evil act proved abortive, as she had fled the town.

Nemesis finally caught up with Akinbobola at Omifun village where her mother had a farm, thus she was arrested.

She was later arraigned on a three-count charge, contrary to Section 324 of the Criminal Code Cap 30 Laws of Ondo State, 1978.

According to remorseful Akinbobola, who claimed she is pregnant again, one of her mother’s labourers on the farm was responsible for the pregnancy.

Consequently, the magistrate, Mrs. Folashade Aduroja found the accused guilty as charged and thereby sentenced to two and a half years imprisonment, adding that her case would serve as deterrent to others.

She will serve her term at Olokuta Prisons, Akure

Armed security men prevent journalists from covering Jombo-Ofo, Bulkachuwa’s swearing in

Zainab Kuchi

Journalists were on Friday barred from covering the swearing in of the acting President and a Justice of the Court of Appeal, Justices Zainab Bulkachuwa and Ifeoma Jombo-Ofo respectively.

The event, which took place in one of the chambers of the Supreme Court in Abuja, saw journalists struggling to carry out their lawful duty but were prevented from doing so by armed security men.

Some of the journalists told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that such an event deserved full coverage by the media.

Others said the event should have been held in the auditorium rather than in a chamber that could barely contain 20 people.

NAN, however, caught up with Bulkachuwa and Jombo-Ofo shortly after the ceremony.

Bulkachuwa expressed happiness for attaining such an enviable position in a male-dominated society.

She promised to assess plans on ground in order come up with workable strategies that would take the judiciary to a higher level.

“I feel happy, I feel elated, but I also thank God for bringing me to this stage.

“I have to see what is on ground and then make my plans,” she said.

On her part, Jombo-Ofo expressed satisfaction that the law had taken its course.

She promised to put in her best to disappoint her detractors.

She called on women not to be deterred by any opposition in their quest for a fulfilling career.

“I feel great, I feel fulfilled. The law has taken the course that God really wanted it to take.

“Every woman should have an ambition and aspire to get there with hard work.

“I will do my best, I know it’s a challenge, but I’m going to face it,” she said.

Jombo-Ofo was recently prevented from being sworn in with 11 other justices following petitions questioning her elevation on account of her state of origin.

She hails from Anambra but transferred her service to Abia, her husband’s state of origin, and has served there for many years.

Big Brother DKB apologizes and kisses Zainab's feet on Live TV

Ex BBA housemates DKB from Ghana and Zainab from Sierre Leone were disqualified from the BBA house in June for getting physical with each other. DKB later released a song apologising to Zainab and Africa for his behaviour.

The Ghanaian comedian and radio presenter apologised once more to Zainab on Live TV in Ghana yesterday. The former housemates appeared together on Viasat’s ‘The One Show’ with Joselyn Dumas and PY Addo, where DKB apologised then went down on his knees and kissed Zainab's feet

Don Jazzy announces competition for upcoming artistes with N1 million up for grabs

Don Jazzy is back again and this time he is giving away a million naira in conjunction with Samsung to the winner of the African Nations cup theme song competition. The producer was contracted to produce the official theme song and instead of having it done by a known colleague has decided to give an upcoming artiste a chance to record the THEME SONG and get a million naira prize money.

Three runner-ups would get two hundred and fifty thousand naira each. Artistes are require to record their performance of the ‘Journey of a thousand mile’ track on D’Prince’s new labum – Frenzy, upload to their TruSpot account and share link.

 

How To Participate:

1. Get and learn the chorus of Track 2 from the “FRENZY” Album by D’Prince ft Wande coal and Don Jazzy.

2. Record a video of you singing and performing the chorus (NOTE: You can sing the chorus the way it is or remix it how you like. you can sing it in Igbo, Hausa, Yoruba, French or any African language you know how to speak well. You can sing on the instrumental or without it. You can perform with any instrument you can play too.

3. Create an ARTIST PAGE on TRUSPOT and upload your video. Name your video correctly e.g “JOURNEY OF A THOUSAND MILES (COMPETITION)” Then share your video link on any social network platform to promote yourself.

Prizes (What’s In For You?)

1. You stand a chance to win 1 million Naira

2. 1st, 2nd and 3rd runner ups get Two Hundred and fifty thousand naira(N250,000) each.

3. Winner Gets To Sing The Official Theme Song For Africa Cup Of Nations, Produced by Me.

4. You could be seen by a record label that might be interested in signing you.

And just incase you are not based in Lagos, Don Jazzy is ready to get you anywhere in the world. In his own words via twitter, he said ” If you win and you are not in Lagos. i would get u in from anywhere in the world in 2 days to record the song. so pls be ready to fly.”
Goodluck