The Lily Post

There are lots of Nigerians in diaspora out there dropping great music without getting the exposure and known to a wider audience. I came across Little Simz aka Simbi Ajikawo in the Standard and decided to check her out. In this video she works in collaboration with MNEK (Uzo Emenike). Watch and enjoy.

It is one thing to be a good surfer, but it takes trust to work as a team when surfing and getting into competitions. Just saw this and felt it was awesome.

The film festival celebrating the life of acclaimed legend, Late Maya Angelou will commence from August till September. Click here for more information.

Nollywood is now priced at $5 billion and makes more films than Hollywood in the U.S, but less than the largest film industry, India’s Bollywood. Nigeria's film industry has only 14 cinemas available to a country that is home to more than 170 million people. Each week, Nollywood creates as many as 50 original Nigerian films. - Al Jazeera.

Basket mouth wan open mouth again ooo - "Beast Of No Nation" - Is coined from the song from the Late legend, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti It has now been made into a film, It narrates civil war ruins in Africa, a fierce mercenary (Idris Elba) forces a young boy (Abraham Attah) to join his group of soldiers. (Sounds familiar).

Duro Timi (Stay With Me) - the new release by Yemi Alade is officially here... Watch and enjoy.

What could go wrong between two friends that would cause one of them to snare and kill his other close friend?!?! This is the tragedy that has rocked the residents in Uyo, Akwa Ibom state, Nigeria. Following the murder of a young barber by a close family friend who was supposedly his boss.

To the men: what would you do in such a situation? Watching others guys fancing your woman? Would you go green eyed or appreciate your woman more before she reacts herself. Watch clip.

This is the new way to get into the plastic surgeon's office without being noticed. Gisele Bündchen, and her sister, Rafaela donned a burka with toes exposed! but was busted by her longtime chauffeur.

Apostle Anselm Madubuko of the Revival Assembly celebrated his 57th birthday recently and to mark the occasion. He is flanked by wife,Emmy Kosgei  and daughter. See more photos after cut.

Remember her? The Las Vegas lady who claimed she is now straight because she wears ladies clothing and is no longer gay. Chelsie René has apparently launched a GoFundMe asking for $1,000 to help her stay feminine. Read what she had to say after cut...

Stumbled on this interview by Ben Aniagolu, Arise TV newsanchor with Minna Salami. She spoke extensively on her upbringing and her opinions on the future of Africa... Watch it.

President Buhari is presently in Cameroun  to meet with the country's president, Paul Biya on how to end Boko Haram's insurgency. May his mission be possible (Amen).

Lost for words, divoricing the mother of your child shouldn't be as steep as this murderous act. Mr Kareem Olajide allegedly poisoned his 41-day-old daughter, Zainab Olajide in a desperate attempt to divorce his wife.  The incident happened at about 7am on Friday at Toluwalase Estate, Ijoko-Abule, in the Lemode area of Ogun State, Nigeria.

Models often do complain of the rigorous activities that takes place behind closed doors in the modelling world. Maintaining a skinny frame, the long flights and loneliness that comes with it, the rejections and the shortage of bookings. Veteran model and entrepreneur, Iman, 60, disclosed that "modelling is not hard but a walk in the park".

The power of a good wig and nude makeup has done wonders for the looks of British actress, Tilda Swinton. She was unrecognisable on the set of her comedy film 'Trainwreck'. 

Oba Okunade Sijuwade the Olubuse of Ife died on July 28, 2015 at the age of 85 in a London, England hospital, after a brief illness. Condolences.

An ordinary Sunday shopping trip ended up in such a sudden tragedy, almost ruining an entire family," said one woman, who identified herself as the victim's sister-in-law. The lift should have not been in use at all. Very sad!

While the media is busy focusing on Tom Cruise's latest squeeze, Rebecca Ferguson, he is busy promoting the new "Mission: Impossible Rouge Nation" in different cities: London, New York and Vienna. Watch trailer after the jump. Is it better than James Bond's latest flick ?

Charles Novia The revelations of Nigerian artists and their escapades. Baby Mamas would not be astonished with the stories being exposed on social media about the shenanigans of what happens on " music tours".  This week, Timaya has made headlines for all the wrong reasons, and celebrities have come in his defence.  Nollywood film maker, Charles Novia penned an article concerning the scenario.... Read after jump.

Jay-Z has a fresh face in his Roc Nation Sports camp. Meet Jerome Boateng, 26, a  German soccer player,  who is currently playing as a defender for Bayern Munich and Germany’s national football team.  Boateng and his management company SAM Sports signed an exclusive promotional agreement with Roc Nation Sports earning him the position as premier professional football athlete for the agency. He joins the likes of Rihanna, Rita Ora, Skylar Diggins,  Kanye West, Beyonce and many more  artists and athletes on Roc Nation's books.  

She promised she would cooperate with EFCC and she has kept her word . Mrs. Toyin Saraki, wife of Senate President, Bukola Saraki today reported to the headquarters of the Economic And Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for questioning pertaining to fraud allegations.

While some ladies are still battling to adjust their eyeliners so it does not run over in creating a smear! Magali Beauvue is an creative artist from Paris that is good at imitating celebrities with the stroke of a makeup brush. Watch clip.

Pictures can be deceiving, even though it may say more than words can conceive. Davido took to his page to shut down rumours concerning his relationship with Sira Kante. Well, they understand their relationship.. We don't.

Nigeria’s foremost female DJ, DJ Lambo is out with a brand new single; ‘The Motion’ which features Nigerian music sensations, Seyi Shay, Cynthia Morgan & Eva Alordiah. Enjoy. Eclectic!

  Listening to Yemi Alade's vocals during the B-T-S depicts the quality of great music Nigerians produce. Her single, "Duro Timi" from the ‘King of Queens’ album, will premiere its visuals this Friday, 31st July. Looking forward to it....

  US President Barack Obama today, July 28th, condemned African leaders who refuse to give up power at the end of their terms in office, as he made the first address to the African Union (AU) by a US leader.

Cheddah Music presents the music video for Mo'Cheddah's latest Single "Bad" which features YBNL's Olamide. Shot on location in Apapa, this video features rustic scenes and a fiesty spark that Mo' brings with her eclectic style and funk. Directed by Clarence Peters for Capital Dreams Pictures. Are you feeling this music? Enjoy.

Rihanna is always linked to a different relationship on a weekly basis! This time it has been revealed that she is secretly dating Lewis Hamilton.... Hmm, that was quite secretive, except for the fact that Lewis Hamilton flunked his game this Sunday at the 2015 Hungarian Grand Prix to the sixth position and they only story that could surface out of it, is to attach him to Rihanna on secret dates.

As  TV peronality, Funmi Iyanda celebrated another year, she took to twitter to inform her fans and loved ones that she has been out of action since October 2014 - Travelling and juggling her numerous activities did not raise any suspicion that she was ill. She wrote...

2015 has been the unveiling of Bill Cosby's closet.  35 women from ages ranging from 20 - 70 have come forward to accuse him of rape - a feature in New York Magazine shows those women boldly narrating their horrid experience with the once "America's favourite dad."   When is all this drama going to end? 

D'banj Records presents the official music video for Salute by D'banj featuring Ice Prince Zamani. Watch and enjoy.. Download music here .

Condolences to the Houston / Brown families on the passing of their daughter, Bobbi Kristina Brown, aged 22. She had been on induced coma since January 31, 2015 and placed on life support. Her co-guardians Pat Houston and Bobby had to make the decision to withdraw medications. May your soul find the peace it deserves.

To all those celebrating their birthdays today, congratulations for reaching another milestone. To all those mourning their loved ones today, condolences from a sincere heart.

My people, hope you are enjoying the wrapper-tied-waist-rotating, handkerchief-rolling, song on lips high-life lyric titled, "Na God" - the latest single by Splash featuring Byno .

The popular bantu knots as worn by Rihanna, Yemi Alade and Jada Pinkett-Smith. It looks beautiful on them, worn on a sunny day, it looks absolutely gorgeous. Would my African sisters rock this or give it a miss?

Do you remember the Oluronbi folklore? Read it in Kãrọ õ jire book 2 by J.A. Olayomi. Read the story and listen to song..... There was a massive tree called Iroko (a mighty tree in the forest) at a certain ancient village in Yorubaland where people go to implore the spirit of the tree to help them with different favours.  The magical Iroko was often generous, it would at most times consent to people’s wishes but they must reciprocate with gifts or anything really, and important, they must mention the item(s) they are reciprocating with upon their requested visit.

A toast from the president At the State Dinner to honour president Obama in the State House in Nairobi, the US president addressed his audience, he also got up to show off his moves during a performance by afro-pop band Sauti Sol.  Joined by the Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta and his wife Margaret, the trio danced along to the band’s popular song “Sura Yako” and did the famous Kenyan "Lipala" dance. He ends his trip to Kenya today.

Reuben Abati, former media  spokesman to ex-president Goodluck Jonathan, wrote an article on Sunday Vanguard on life after Aso rock.... A must read. As spokesman to President Goodluck Jonathan, my phones rang endlessly and became more than personal navigators within the social space. They defined my entire life; dusk to dawn, all year-round. The phones buzzed non-stop, my email was permanently active; my twitter account received tons of messages per second.   The worst moments were those days when there was a Boko Haram attack virtually every Sunday.  The intrusion into my private life was total as my wife complained about her sleep being disrupted by phones that never seemed to stop ringing. Besides, whenever I was not checking or responding to the phones, I was busy online trying to find out if the APC had said something contrarian or some other fellow was up to any mischief.

From top left to bottom right... Michelle Monaghan in Zac Posen Cara Delevingne in Alexandre Vauthier Couture Rachel McAdams in Self-Portrait Fan Bingbing in Ralph & Russo Couture Rita Ora in Jean Paul Gautier

President Muhammadu Buhari on his visit to Washington DC spoke candidly on the oil and gas sector reforms. He has finally revealed what will be the fate of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, saying the national oil company will be divided into two successor entities under his administration.

Charly Boy Oputa took to his page to salute the strength of the single mother in an ode he wrote... Hailings to all single mothers out there, Who are keeping it tight regardless of the fight. Wherever you maybe, I know what you're going through, As your hash reality remains so true. Yea! I see you. Strong, black woman. Maximum Respect,  After all what else should I expect.

1. Both Presidents were born in 1961 2. Both First Ladies were born in 1964 3. Both President Uhuru and Obama are lefties 4. Both don’t have Christian names 5. Both are said to be smokers

Veteran artist, Janet Jackson is back with this new sultry track featuring J. Cole titled, "No Sleeep" - Listen after cut.

Was it a premeditated war and where the culprits ever called to justice? 

U.S. President Barack Obama dined with his step grandmother(Mama Sarah), his sister and other extended family members.

President Uhuru's PA, Jomo Gecaga, being chased after he touched Obama's car - Limo One. #ObamaInKenya pic.twitter.com/tes6hxswfx — Robert ALAI (@RobertAlai) July 24, 2015 Jomo Gecaga, PA to president Uhuru Kenyatta thought he could do the African thing by posing around an expensive car - part of President Obama's motorcade Limo for bragging rights. Wrong, he was dismissed on camera by US Security men ... Would go down history!

President Obama arrived in Nairobi Kenya, his ancestral home for a two-day visit. This is his first visit  to his father's homeland as president of the United States.  He was welcomed at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) where he was received by President Uhuru Kenyatta and his half-sister, Auma Obama.

Auma Obama spoke to CNN's Brooke Baldwin upon the recent visit her brother, President Obama - Watch the video.

The Kardashian ladies posed with four generations looking great.... Click for more photo

White House honoured the presence of E! News co anchor Terrence Jenkins, First Lady Michelle Obama, Brown University student Manuel Contreras, musical artist Wale, and Education Secretary, Arne Duncan at the Beating The Odds Summit - The event was focused on sharing tools and strategies to help more students successfully transition to college and complete the next level of their education.

  A book filled with suspense that you would want to put it down and take a breather, but you just read on and on till the end. Addictive? hmm... From the train to the complexity that is woven round the whole plot, intriguing, captivating, whodunit - Megan Hipwell, the beautiful, yet complex and demanding soul -  you finally find out who killed her, surprised!!!  Read the novel and you will know why it is called the "Number One Bestseller".

Chocolate City's Victoria Kimani just released this good single, "Two Of Dem", She definitely wants the best of both worlds . Listen and enjoy the video.

The many titles of the president! Nigeria's President, Muhammadu Buhari, on Wednesday told a gathering at the United State Institute of Peace that he was being referred to as "Baba go Slow", a situation he said he took a long time to explain. 

A collaboration of great minds, I'm sure you all by now listened to the hit by Don Jazzy and guest artists titled Get Down . Listen to Jay Electronica slaying some lyrics like he never left Nigeria!

Wife of the Senate President, Mrs. Toyin Saraki confirmed this Wednesday, saying “S he will be delighted to assist them with any lawful enquiries they may have, as a law abiding, transparent and accountable private citizen ”.

President Muhammadu Buhari will not extend his corruption probe beyond the administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan, the presidency has said. The Special Adviser on Media and Public Affairs to Mr. Buhari, Femi Adesina, said the president will not waste time in probing the administrations of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Abdulsalam Abubakar, Sani Abacha and Ibrahim Babangida.

The video "Believe" was shot and directed by HG2 Films. Lioness displays her  classic and Nigerian influence in this song. Listen and enjoy.

Has the probing into the looting of funds commenced? Mrs Toyin Saraki, wife of Senate President, Bukola Saraki, and one of the daughters of former President Umaru YarÁdua, Zainab Dakingari have been invited by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over fraud allegations.

This video went viral last week. The couple from Texas, Lesia Pettijohn gave birth in a car, while her husband, John recorded the whole episode and was very calm in the process. Lesia explained that she delivered that baby herself because her husband, John, 24, kept driving down the highway towards the Bay Area Birth Center at her insistence. She said she was afraid they may need help at some point and neither had a cell phone.

Congratulations to the Savage-Balogun families on the arrival of Tiwa and Tunji's bouncing baby boy.

J azin Grace Grimaldi posed in glamorous outfits as she shared her first interview with Harpers Bazaar magazine. She spoke to  Romy Oltuski about her relationship with her dad, Prince Albert II of Monaco, the euphoria she felt when she found out Grace Kelly had a connection.

Riri is the brand new fragrance soon to be launched by Rihanna.

2015 has been a year of collaborations, especially between Nigeria artists and singers from other countries.American hip-hop act; Jay Electronica was recently in Nigeria with the #Tidal team and they made a stop at Mavin’s HQ in Lagos. Jay-Elect had to drop a verse on “Get Down” which also features Reekado Banks and Di’Ja. Listen and enjoy the tune.

Click on photo above to watch video. The much talked about interview between CNN's Christine and President Buhari. All eyes are on Nigeria, and pressure seems to be mounting on the new president to tackle the woes that befalls the country.

Cheryl Fernandez-Versini was captured in this retro Miu Miu mini dress at the  X Factor  auditions, which took place in London’s Wembley arena. Meanwhile...