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Rap UP 2014 By Skillz

I always love listening to the summary of the year in music. Here is rapper Skillz aka Shaquan Lewis, give a run down of the year 2014. He raps about Lupita's Oscar to Ebola and the Solange elevator drama. Listen & Enjoy.

Thank You 2014, Roses And Thorns

To L.O.B readers and friends (do you mind me calling you angels), this has been such one year in all years. A year of change, challenges and disasters!!!!!!!!!!! There is a saying that goes thus "Count your blessing name them one by one and your will be surprised at what the Lord has done" True talk, I hear you snigger. But in all, you really know what I mean.

How Do You Interpret Your City?

How would you define the city in which you live to someone? From its inhabitants to the cultural hub, It is one thing to watch the television and get clues from it about a place and it is another thing to actually experience the place itself by being a part of it, or defining it from your own perspective.

Found Your Calling?

We all have hopes we dream of and silently brainstorm on how to transform them into a desired reality. But how do we create this magical moment? Talking to mentors, reading inspirational books and trudging one moment at a time; It does not have to be a big dream from the start, but it has to feed your soul. It is like following your bliss to lead to a fulfilled place.

Alicia Keys Welcomes Second Baby Genesis To The World

The second baby for Alicia Keys and her husband Kasseem "swizz beatz" Dean has finally arrived. Named Genesis, he was born yesterday 27th December 2014. Congratulation to the Dean family.

Read 14 Year Old Daughter's Letter To Divorced Dad

The letter reads: “Dear Daddy, Merry Christmas!! I know that this year the divorce was hard on us, but at the same time I feel like it brought you and me closer together. I feel like I could really tell you anything now, and I feel the most relaxed and comfortable when I am at your house. In other words, that’s why I usually ask to go to your house after dinner; it helps me to just have a moment to relax and have a loving, reassuring face to make me laugh. I love you so much Daddy!!” “My wife divorced me this year, tearing our family apart and breaking my heart,” the Imgur user wrote .

Watch 10 Things Women Don't Know About Their Bodies

Topics on women health has been discussed more than than often. Ladies, how true can you relate to your bodies. Kindly share your candid opinion

Idris Elba Responds To The James Bond Role Critics

In one of my post this month, I mentioned on Rush Limbaugh making comments on the real James Bond star being a white man and the role would not be befitting for actor Idris Elba. See Here . Well Idris Elba took to his twitter handle yesterday to respond back to such claims.

Controversial Play Claims Prince Charles Is Not Prince Harry's Dad

According to the Metro, there is a new play hinting on paternal issues surrounding Prince Harry. The play called Truth, Lies, Diana is based on interviews with sources close to the Princess, one being James Hewitt with whom she had an affair in the 80s.

Golfer Rory McIlroy Laughs Off "Sweet Caroline" Tune

How do you get to handle been teased in the full glare of the public? Ask World number one golfer, Rory Mcllory the ex lover of Caroline, who was been interviewed by BBC during halftime of a rugby match between Ulster and Connacht.

New Music: Chidinma - I'm In Love

For your listening pleasure - Enjoy I'm in love

Last Sunday Of 2014

Once upon a time, the last Sunday of the year symbolised a gathering of family members converging at the patriarch of the family's residence to celebrate his birthday and be merry for the year as it comes to an end. Those days are gone!!!!

Nubian Skin Lingerie For Women Of Colour

Ade Hassan CEO Nubian Skin Looking for that special skin tone lingerie for that important event, look no further. The Nubian Skin Lingerie range caters for women of colour. check out their website for more information.

13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do

I read this in today's Times Style Magazine and decided to share it with you all. it was written by Ami Morin and I was inspired by the write up. So here goes: They don't waste time feeling sorry for themselves They don't give away their power They don't shy away from change They don't focus on the things they can not control

Photos From The Maasai Olympics 2014 Held in Kimana Sanctury Kajiado, Kenya

A warrior's pose This is news we rarely hear about, the just concluded Maasai Olympics 2014, which took place recently. An African tribal annual competition which features the Maasai people who are fierce warriors and known for their hunting and athletics prowess. It had David Rudisha, the current Olympic champion in distance running as its patron.

Cute Christmas Photos From Pastor Odukoya and Family

Pastor Nomthi Odukoya and the boys Pastor Taiwo Odukoya of Fountain of Life church, Lagos Nigeria shared Christmas photos of his family.

Boxer Amir Khan In Pakistan To Show Support For Peshawar Children

Boxing Champion, Amir Khan, 28 arrived in Pakistan to show his support to the children that were attacked in the Army school in Peshawar. He had already donated a pair of $45k gold boxing trunks to raise money for the school and scheduled an emergency trip to the country to help “fight the menace of terrorism.”

Funke Akindele Disclaims Fake Social Accounts

Actress Funke Akindele has disclaimed social media fraudsters, who are using her brand name to dupe people online. She raised the alarm few minutes ago saying, "Hi! I've gotten a lot of reports about people impersonating me online. Please note: I'm not giving out gifts...

Beyonce And Family Enjoy Phuket Holiday

Beyonce and family are having a great holiday in Phuket, pictures can be found on twitter of Beyonce enjoying an elephant ride at the beach.

Classic Throwback: Dame Patience Jonathan Graduation

This picture as we can all see was back in the days when President Jonathan of Nigeria was out to celebrate the graduation of his darling wife. Dame Patience Jonathan. How sweet.

Watch Best Christmas Gift Skit By Golden Icons

Skits are meant to be funny, I like the bit where she freaked out when she saw the "key to life" - The Bible, She went into an "Oyari" mode, changed her accent and went on strike in the kitchen. "How many bibles can one person read" LOL Enjoy the skit and take care of the ones you love.

New Video: Bose Dickson - Always With Me

This is a time to give thanks and acknowledge God's grace, mercies, protection and presence in our lives and families. Thank you for everything. Bose is a talented and gifted gospel artiste whose vision is to reach the heart of many with powerful message from God. She is a serving member of the praise team and choir leader Lagos province 33. “Always with me” music video was shot in Lagos and Pretoria, South Africa and directed by collinsfbi. Enjoy Always with me.

Meet The World's Poorest President, Jose Mujica Of Uruguay

There was a twitter post I saw this week questioning ex president Buhari's wealth. I wondered if there were other presidents who shunned an extravagant lifestyle whilst in office. I actually found an article about the poorest president from Uruguay, Jose Mujica, what I learnt from him was quite shocking in these days of consumerism and flamboyance. How could a president live like he does? According to the BBC , he lives on a farm with his wife instead of the presidential palace and gives away 90% of his salary.

President Jonathan Of Nigeria Christmas 2014 Speech

The President of Nigeria addressed the nation yesterday in his annual Christmas message. Dear Compatriots, I greet and felicitate with you all once again as we celebrate the birth of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ . I join all of our Christian compatriots in giving thanks to God Almighty for the divine gift of Jesus Christ the Messiah whose earthly incarnation we commemorate today. As we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ who the Prophet Isaiah heralded as the Prince of Peace and Wonderful Counselor, I believe it is very appropriate that we all, Christians and non-Christians alike, reflect more deeply on the virtues and ideals which the Messiah espoused during his earthly mission.

Toke's Christmas House Party In Pictures

Toke Makinwa definitely does not do things in half, while some are still yawning into Christmas day, she was fashionably robed ready to celebrate the day with her friends. Merry Christmas and what a wonderful way to usher in the day.

Jay-Z and Family Spend Christmas In Phuket, Thailand

Jay-Z and family landed at 10pm last night at Phuket where they were escorted under tight security. They flew in on an Emirates flight. T hey are expected to spend Christmas and stay in Thailand until Jan. 4.

Money Spillage In Hong Kong Highway, Would You Stop To Pick Some Cash???

Confess, if you encountered a money spillage in the road, I mean millions of it, would you stop to pick some cash, money rain or you would politely look away? That is what happened in Hong Kong, cash equivalent to US$2 Million spilled over the high road on Christmas eve.

Toronto Mugging Gone Wrong, Thief Beaten Up By "Victim"

A brazen beating and mugging in broad daylight. Police are hunting for suspects after a Toronto businessman was attacked on his way to work. Barberian, owner of Barberian’s Steakhouse, says he was walking towards his store with a register tray full of cash when a man tried to mug him. The restaurateur had to fend off the attacker by pushing him before swinging him round in the open streets which was captured on security camera. “I went at it hockey-fight style: Keeping him away and putting him to the ground,” Mr. Barberian, 50 said...

TBT: In Celebration Of The Divas

L-R Serena Williams, Kim Kardashian, Diana and Evan Ross I am having a Throw Back Thursday moment, In celebration of sisters divas doing it for themselves. This picture is some years old showing celebrities in different shapes and sizes!!! How do you as a woman celebrate other women?

Could Idris Elba Ever Be A James Bond??????????

Would you ever want Idris Elba play the next James Bond, there has been furore on the Internet over the comments made by the outspoken Mr.Rush Limbaugh during his news program. he said "James Bond is a total concept put together by Ian Fleming. He was white and Scottish. Period. That is who James Bond is," Limbaugh said.

19 Years Later, Teletubbies Sun Baby Reveals Herself

Nineteen-year-old British university student Jess Smith stepped forward Monday to publicly reveal herself as the baby who played the sun on the children's television program nearly two decades ago. Jess Smith, who hails from Kent in England filmed the giggly role as a precocious nine-month-old — and her family had kept her celebrity secret ever since.

Aloha! President Obama Gives A Piggyback Ride To A Young Hiker in Oahu, Hawaii

President Obama was caught on camera giving a piggyback ride to a young hiker on the Makapu'u Point Lighthouse Trail in Oahu .

Tell Tale Signs To Note If Someone Likes / Hates Their Xmas Presents

Christmas is on going the food and good music are flowing freely and the presents are arriving from all relatives. Do you like your presents this year, are you sure you are not pretending? According to the daily mail , who met Dr Simon Moore , a psychologist with the British Psychological Society, to discover the verbal and physical clues people display that reveal what they really think of their present. A survey revealed that 59% of people are steeling themselves to feign delight if they unwrap presents they don't want this year.

Army Robber Confronted For Wearing Fake Uniform, See Video

I thought only a woman used the words "I have nothing else to wear", so wrong, so wrong. An army impersonator was nabbed for wearing fake uniforms by a real veteran. Alarm blow!!! Watch the video below, and see how the fake army is confronted by veterans

Christmas Message From Buhari To All Nigerians

Merry Christmas 2014

Christmas day is finally here, this is another day in 2014 of sharing love and giving joy. It is a time to reflect on the lessons learnt and the blessings bestowed upon us in the year. It also gives room to reflect on the changes to incorporate in the new year. As we tuck into our turkey, pull the crackers with our loved ones, let us take the time to remember those to whom this year has been a challenge and tragic.

New Music: Dr Sid Ft Tiwa Savage - Oyari

This is the new single from Mavis records crew featuring a collaboration with its finest aritist, Dr Sid and Tiwa Savage in the track titled Oyari, It was directed by Nick Roux of Molotov Cocktail Productions. Enjoy Oyari

Betty Williams Cooks For 50 Strangers, In The Spirit Of Christmas

Retired teacher Betty Williams, 86, rolled out Christmas lunch for 50 strangers in the spirit of giving, she had this to say: 'Every time my post comes there is a request for money, and I thought rather than send the money abroad, why not help local people. 'The people who came to the lunch, I don't know them. I didn't know who would be there.

Eldee Wades Into The Army Mutiny Fiasco

The Nigerian rapper took to his twitter page to voice out his opinions concering the ongoing 54 Nigerian soilders facing the death sentence. A message to the leaders concerning our future leaders. Well spoken.

The Essence Of Having An Education, By Atiku Abubakar

Ponder on this.

As Stocks Take A Plunge, Aliko Dangote Loses Billions In Naira

In recent weeks there has been a sharp increase in the devaluation of the Naira, this is due to the market slump in stocks and oil. The richest man, Aliko Dangote whose net worth was valued at $25 billion is now worth $17.2 billion as at December 2014 due to the falling price in stocks, according to Forbes .

Buhari Declares Funds For Presidential Campaign At Press Briefing

The presidential aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Muhammadu Buhari has announced that he has received over N54m in donations from Nigerians to fund his presidential campaign. He confirmed that a total sum of N54, 415,386.70 had so far been received as donations through direct deposit and sale of cards.

Agbani Darego Tries Her Hand At Archery And Shooting!!!!!

Trying new things for the new year, that is exactly what ex Miss World 2001, Miss Agbani Darego is telling and showing us. Archery and shooting lessons improves self-confidence, focus and requires patience. What new skills have you been learning lately? Share with us.

Solange Knowles Fronts Eleven Paris For S/S 2015 Campaign

Solange Knowles is the new face for Eleven Paris for its Spring/Summer 2015 collection, The photos were taken by Kim Jakosbsen To . Looks funky and edgy on her - way to go.

Nollywood Awards Jonathan ‘Grand Patriot Of The Legends’

I thought this is not the time for this with, all the atrocities going on in the country. The northern part of Nigeria seems a non existing part of the country, or they are not fazed by the insurgencies of Boko Haram or the peoples lives are just irrelevant. Is this the right time for president Jonathan to be talking Nollywood or creating a plan to eradicate Boko Haram. What do you think? Feel free to share your comments on this blog.

Our Future Leader - Featuring Bovi, Memorycard, Korede Bello & Lami

An hilarious sketch explaining the absurdity of students fence jumping and being expelled from school by their teacher. The skit is performed by Nigeria actors. Watch the skit. "I want my school fees back from when they started school" awoof sweet!!!!!!

Bend Down Boutique: Papa Beyonce Does A Garage Sale On Destiny's Child Souvenirs

Matthew Knowles and Destiny's Child then According to TMZ, Matthew Knowles did a bend down boutique business in a garage sale flogging off the old souvenirs of the girl group "Destiny's Child".

Loving The Fuschia Outfit On Oluchi Orlandi, Flaunting Midriff

Feeling pinkish this Christmas? Oluchi does seem to know the best way to chill this festive season. Flaunting the mid riff section subtly. I did not see a thing. side eye. Have a great Christmas.

Dele Momodu Of Ovation Celebrates Wife And Wedding Anniversary

T he Ovation International CEO and publisher, Chief Dele momodu gushed about his beloved wife saying: The celebration continues; happy birthday to my sweetheart, after our wedding anniversary days ago; one more to go on Dec 25” "Thanks for being a fantastic wife and wonderful Mummy” A humble woman melts the heart of her husband in a special way” Behold The Yeye Onigege-Ara of Jogaland, Chief Mrs Mobolaji Momodu.

Daddy Adeboye Visits Kirikiri Prison, Encourages Inmates, Commissions Solar Lights

According the Pulse , Pastor E.A Adeboye this Sunday visited Kirikiri Maximum Prison for the 2014 End of Year service and commissioned the solar lights held at the Liberty Chapel of the prison. In his address, he said, “ If you have Jesus Christ your spirit is free, oh, men can put you in imprison but they can’t imprison your spirit, they can say that you are not walking out of this place till you die but they can’t stop you from praising God.

Governor Fashola Reunites With Teacher 38 Years On

Governor Fashola of Lagos State, Nigeria reunited with his former Bible Knowledge teacherMrs. Felicia Iyabode Adefunke Akinola during a courtesy visit to the Governor at the Lagos House, Ikeja She taught him as as student of Birch Freeman Surulere in 1976.

Baby Titan's First Time Shopping With Kelly Rowland

Kelly Rowland can be seen for the first time out since giving birth to her baby Titan on a shopping trip to Barneys fifth avenue, Beverly hills. Photo credit: Nichole/X17online.com

Benefits Of Baobab Fruit - Miyan Kuka

Baobab is the latest craze that in trending now in the UK, called the super fruit that can do wonders for the human body. I decided to find out what the fuss was all about, this led me to research the topic. I found that baobab is also called Miyan Kuka, mostly eaten in the northern parts of Nigeria with staples like Tuwo Shinkafa (rice meal), Tuwo Masara (corn / maize meal) or Tuwo Dawa (Sorghum meal). I knew about those dishes courtesy of my dad who lived up north for a while and introduced those dishes to me, boy, those where the days!!! I prepared mine with Gbegiri (bean paste stew) and Ewedu (Cochorus).

Oh Ho No!! Santa 'Burglar' Stuck In A Chimney

Christmas dramas without the theatrical events, police having a field day without being on training. Arriving at the scene of crime to find a 17 year old lad trapped in a chimney is a Christmas joke with the weight of the law behind it.

DISTURBING!!!! Another Evil Nanny Badly Abusing Boy 5, For Refusing To Eat

According to the Metro , The boy’s distraught mum Qing Chin, 28, in Liaoning Province, north-eastern China, said: ‘When we got home she seemed normal and said Sun was in bed asleep.

Solange Knowles's Hair Being Compared To Yorkipoo Jackie

Celebrity magazine, In Touch weekly has come under criticism for comparing Solange Knowles's hair to that of a dog in a column titled "Double Creature". Tasteless and insulting, it would not be fun if the tables were turned!! How much insult can a black woman get for loving her God given natural hair? Ladies, what is your take on this?

Do You Know A Christian Woman Who Is Doing Extra Ordinary Things? Nominate Her For A Wise Woman Award 2015

For Nomination Categories, Click Here Do you know of any woman who is of virtue, she could be from your community, young or old. Click the form above to nominate her. Good luck

Presidential Aspirant Buhari Joins The Twitterati Brigade