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Good Read: The Girl With The Louding Voice - Abi Dare

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  In this remarkable story, Adunni, the main character, depicts ambition fuelled with a burning desire to succeed despite all odds. Tales of this type still abound in Lagos, and they are portrayed in the media daily. Adunni is hailed as the poor girl with a rich mind, "Sherlock Holmes," who never stops asking intelligent questions, a child-bride, and a strong-willed girl who grew up fast due to the circumstance her parents put her through. However, she had the guts to pursue the life she wanted. - An education by any means necessary.  Adunni finally got her groove back after reading such an easy book, I could relate to the characters there. the harsh and despicable reality of Lagos till date. I would recommend this book to my friends and would love to see it turned into a film.

Describe Your 2016

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Dreams fulfilled, blessings aplenty and still counting. The year has been described by some as the year of been humbled, some said it was tough and some said it strengthen their hope, I say, I am very grateful. How would you describe yours? 

Straight Outta Nigeria: The Photo Shoot That Everyone Is Talking About

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Black beauty out of Nigeria. It is not just the models that got people mesmerized, but the fact that the talent behind the photo shoot was handled by Nigerians. From the makeup artist, photographer and stylist. See more photos after the break.

Season 3: Skinny Girl in Transit Episode 5 - New Versus Old

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Office romance with the boss is not something that is favourably looked upon by management. But this is Lagos and who cares, there is drama which seem to boost office morale. Who light skin epp in the romance front, Ask Shalewa.

Penguin Eggs Anyone?

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Would you feast on the delicacy of penguin hard boiled eggs? People's palate have gone all adventurous and would not mind trying anything once. If only, people became what they consumed!... 

Music: Sammie Okposo – I Love You Jehovah

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Nigeria's gospel crooner, Sammie Okposo dropped a new single expressing his love and gratitude to the Most High God. Enjoy after the break. 

R.I.P: Debbie Reynolds Joins Daughter Carrie Fisher In Death

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The photo above depicts a love-bond between mother and daughter. It is that of actress Debbie Reynolds on the left, and Carrie Fisher at the Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award in 2015. Carrie Fisher (60) is famous for her acting roles in "Star Wars' Princess Leia", "Sex and the city", and "When Harry met Sally", passed away on December 27 after a suspected heart attack. 

Witchcraft In Football?!?!

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In my part of the world, footballers deal with racism, but how do you handle witchcraft on the football field, which prevents players from scoring goals or experiencing unexplained injuries? There is a clip that is doing the rounds, which shows, Malian Moussa Camara removing what seems like a charm voodoo from the opponent's (Rwanda's Makura Victory) goal post. Watch what happened after the break.

Christmas Photo Gone Viral With Wrong Connotations

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Do you notice anything odd in the picture? Critics have slammed this picture posted by Lance Gross as colorism gone wrong. Really?

OMG!!! Is This Acceptable In The Medical Field???

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Should this be deemed courageous or highly risky in the medical profession?, with a baby strapped on the back of a surgeon in theater, performing a cesarean operation on a pregnant woman. Read after the cut what the surgeon had to say for herself concerning the photo outcome...

Buzzfeed Goes In On Nigerian Mum

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Has Buzzfeed caught up with Tiwa's mum? They complied a video made in reference to the Nigerian mum (Yoruba chapter). Is this accurate? Watch clip to find out. I wonder if they have seen the rivers state mum, the rest will be history.

Honouring Gratitude Through A Child's Eye

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Parents have a cryptic way of delivering messages that would last an eternity to their children. I am not referring to parents who talk in adages to their offspring. Did you have a parent who stretched beyond your limits?, and they did it calmly. Not forcefully and trying to ram down your throats their achievements; by pressurizing your into towing in their paths. Saw this clip and decided to share with you all. I hope it makes sense.

Music: DJ Khoded Ft. 9ice - Ojo

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Nigeria's 9ice lends his voice to the new release of his new protege, DJ Khoded in a single titled Ojo which translates to "Day". Enjoy the track after the break.

Post-Christmas-Gratitude

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They say in everything, give thanks. Life in its entirety is full of surprises and possibilities and great lessons, what are you really grateful for in the year 2016.

Rahma Haruna Dies

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Remember her?, Rahma Haruna gained global attention earlier this year after her published story went viral. She is the Nigerian teenage who was carried around in a plastic bowl due to her deformed limbs. The ebullient lady passed away after a brief illness on Christmas day, aged 19 in Kano.

Photo Of The Day

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๐Ÿ˜‡ The dog is loyal ๐Ÿ˜‡

Video: Chidinma – For You

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Still munching on the Christmas turkey or wondering what to do with the leftovers whilst you hit the shops for the sales? How was the festive occasion at your end?, that is if you celebrated it. Enjoy the latest from Nigeria's Chidinma as she serenades you, yes this song is dedicated to you only this season.

George Michael Takes A Bow At 53

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Rest In Paradise George Michael, heard you gained your angel wings on Christmas day to rest. Thank you for the music. This was the first piece of your music I heard that caught my attention. Beloved readers, what is your favorite George Michael song apart from when he was with the group Wham!?

Have A Merry Christmas Everyone

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Wishing my delightful readers a merry Christmas with all my love.

Season Three: Skinny Girl In Transit - Episode 4 - Tiwa Turns 30

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Mama Tiwa will not tolerate Tiwa's nonchalant behaviour as she plans for her 30th birthday. Aunty Dupe also gets the backlash of Mama Tiwa's tongue bashing. How will the birthday turn out. Enjoy the clip.

Remember Her? Olajumoke Opens Up On Fame Behind The Scene

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In January 2016, Olajumoke Orisaguna took the world by storm when she burst into the limelight by been at the right place at the right time by photobombing Tinie Tempah's photo shoot. The rest they say is history. It is almost a year now and she gives an update on how life has been behind the scenes amid sobs. Watch clip after the break.

First Lady, Michelle Obama Sets The Record Straight On Running For Office

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Hope, change, dealing with challenges in the White House is the experience Mrs Obama has first hand of, she opens up to Oprah on whether she would run for office again after her departure come January 2017. Would she change her mind when the children are finally settled in their own lives? Only time will tell.

Be Inspired: Women Celebrating Their Own

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The picture says it all and needs no explanation. This is a cue younger ladies need to learn from the older generation of women when it comes to celebration in the true sense of the word.

Miss World 2016 - Miss Puerto Rico Takes The Crown

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The star studded event which took place at at the National Harbour in Washington D.C. finally crowned its winners after weeks of a strict selection process. Miss Stephanie Del Valle, took the crown home. Whilst Yaritza Miguelina Reyes Ramรญrez of Dominican Republic bagged the title of 1st runner up, and  Natasha Mannuela of Indonesia was crowned the second runner up.  

Music: TY Bello Ft Nathaniel Bassey - HOLY.GHOST.AIR

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TY Bello released an inspirational song to fill our beings whilst we celebrate the festive season. A song enriched with thoughtfulness to captivate the soul, spirit and body. Enjoy the beautiful song after the break.

America's Leading Ladies: 8 Years, One House And No Drama

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The 8 years rule is almost over for the 2 leading ladies of America, it's tidying up time for First Lady, Michelle Obama and Dr Jill Biden. They took time to speak to reporters on being regular people with higher positions and causing no fuss. Watch clip after the break.

๐Ÿ’HoHoHo๐Ÿ’ "All I Want for Christmas" Carpool Karaoke On The Late Night Show

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What do you want for Christmas? Have you got it yet, still waiting, wishing or gone shopping? Well, James Corden had ideas when he went all father Christmassy on his viewers. Kindly watch the fun clip after the break.

SGIT Season 3 Episode 3 - Mothers Wear Capes Too

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Tiger mums Nigeria version or what: Watch the laws of attraction and office drama in the household of mama Tiwa and her cohort  that never seems dull and is forever entertaining. Do you have dramatic mothers like the one been depicted here? Kindly share and what has been the positive points of their dramatic behaviour?

Willow Smith Dazzles For Vogue Magazine

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The daughter of Will and Jada Smith, Willow seems to have come into her own, from the photo shoots she did with Vogue magazine's in Paris for its December edition. See more photos after the break.

TBF: Beyonce's Creole Causing A Storm

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Beyonce can be heard on this clip celebrating her roots, at the same time the song has been deemed offensive because of its lyrics, of only which Beyonce can explain. Listen to the lyrics and kindly share your thoughts.

Word For The Day

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Video: DavidB – Titi Lai Lai

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David Oluwaferanmi Balogun, aka Davd B, the British Nigerian crooner and MOBO nominee dropped his latest single titled "Titi Lai Lai", a Yoruba word which translates to "Forever". The visuals was directed by Adim Irozuru, produced by Tolu Olurebi, and Forshaw Media handled the video shoot. Hope you all enjoy this.

The Couple That Came To Slay

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To President Barack and Michelle Obama, it is time to say goodbye and thank you both for the love and service you both have shared.

Classics: I'd Rather - Late Luther Vandross

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This is the month of December and lots of things happen during this month, from festives to surprises that blows the mind, confessions and divorces. but really is it worth it? As I look forward to the end of 2016, I call this a repentance anthem, love truthfully in all things with all discretion. Enjoy this piece for your Saturday relaxation.

Charly Boy On Nigerians, Prayers And Religion - "Mumu" Thinking

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Which kin’ Mumu thinking be that? Our Docility is Killing our Humanity; Our indifference is Enabling Corruption in Governance and our Silence is Creating Political Monsters with the Audacity for Impunity and Criminality.

Watch The Trailer Of Spider-Man In "Homecoming"

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The much awaited teaser for the spider man film is now out, Homecoming will be premiered in the theaters next year. Watch Tom Holland take on the new role of Spider-Man, after the break.

Really!!! Bishop T.D Jakes Is From Igbo Ancestral Lineage

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Travelling back into time, seeking the truth with reference to genealogy research, in seeking who we really are. DNA  and technology are helping people to trace their family history back to its roots. Never knew that Bishop T.D Jakes is from the Igbo ancestry - - you must be kidding me.  Just watched Oprah Winfrey help some celebrities reveal their DNA results. The elders say, "You cannot cheat nature",  a word which will forever be true. May the revelations of the past bring healing and peace to everyone who seeks to trace their roots, whilst they celebrate whom they have become...

Season Three: Skinny Girl In Transit - Episode 2

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The drama continues between Tiwa and her love life. Watch and enjoy the clip.

The Power Of Music And Its Damning Effects On The Society

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I was listening to some classic old tunes ranging from tribal music to ballads and jazz, of which I found soothing at this present time. This made me wonder what effects music was having on the society we live in now, especially amongst our youth. With the spate of unwarranted killings which seems to be a never ending war between the government and bereaved families who have lost loved ones due to knife and crime violence, I ponder on whether music has got a part to play in all of this.

Beyonce's Unseen Video Footage Aged 10

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Before Destiny's Child became a girl group to reach stardom, there was Beyonce and Girls Tyme. Watch the unseen footage of Queen Bey doing what see loves doing best after the cut.

ZZZzzz: What Michelle Obama Did On Trump's Election Victory Night

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“I went to bed. I don’t like to watch the political discourse; I never have,” Obama tells PEOPLE, adding of her husband, “I barely did with him.”  - Michelle Obama on the day Donald Trump won the elections

Video: Riton Ft Kah-Lo - Rinse & Repeat

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Naija artists watch and learn, Faridah Demola Seriki aka Kah-Lo has been nominated in the "Best Dance Recording" category for the 59th Grammy awards which will take place on the 12th February, 2017. Heard she is the daughter of former Minister of Defence and Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State, Chief Demola Seriki.

Time Magazine Chooses Donald Trump As The Person Of The Year 2016

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It is the end of the year and Time Magazine chooses its favourite personalities who made a difference in the year. One of which is President-elect Donald Trump. Trump means business and his influence must have been one of the criteria for winning this title. Listen to what the editor in chief, Nancy Gibbs, of Time Magazine has to say on selecting Trump as their Man of the year.

Ivanka Or Melania Trump, Who Will Be America's Next FLOTUS?

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The elections results baffled the masses, now the main question come 20th January, 2017 is who will be America's First Lady? Melania who is the wife of Donald Trump, has been reported that she will be staying  put in Trump Towers to care for their young son, Baron and will not be permanently moving into the White House. Should this be a valid reason?

Music: Steel On Steel (SOS) – Adura

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Nigeria's new crooner, Steel on Steel (SOS) remembered the most high as he made his requests known in his latest single titled Adura meaning "Prayer". Listen after the break.

KFC Scented Candle Anyone?

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The thoughts of eating KFC is one thing but having smell in the house all day long in form of a candle scent is another! Is that a new way of losing weight? 

Our Fight For Humanity After The Election: Has Zendaya Coleman Got A Point?

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With the spate of violence that has subtly risen after the U.S elections, some citizens and non-citizens are dreading Jan 20, 2017  But in truth, elections has been concluded and Donald Trump has been elected as president, how do the people live freely without fear of what the days during Trump's administration will feel like.  Listen to actress Zendaya speak on "Our Fight For Humanity After the Election" after the break.

Grammy Nominations 2017 Surprise

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The nominations for the 59th annual Grammy awards have been announced and from the look of things it will be a Beyonce, Adele, Rihanna and Kanye show with their number of nods they received each. Except if the organisers choose to do a trick on us, that is to  get us all excited and choose someone else to win the awards!  Let's hope Chance the rapper, gets his chance to shine in the spotlight. 

Watch | The Late Late Carpool Karaoke Show With James Corden Featuring Madonna

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Madonna gets a ride in James Corden's show to feature Madonna and you know there will be drama when it comes to the Queen of Pop giving the viewers a lowdown on her music preferences. Watch clip after the break.

Gone Viral: Snoop Dogg's Version Of U Name It

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Get your gratitude up, as you fill your belly and prepare for the festive season. For those who will choose to cook in the kitchen this Christmas , you can listen to Snoop give his own version of aunty Shirley's "U Name It". Heard the 1988 hit has reached #1 on Billboard’s Hot Gospel Songs chart.

Only In Africa: Jungle Justice Hair Salon

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Blame it on the lover, blame it on the salon owner, or blame it on the client who could not afford to pay for her hairdo. I read this with disbelief, getting a client's hair barbed because of non-payment of services is wrong, there are other ways of handling situations as such. I forgot, it is Africa where jungle justice is rife and anything goes! 

Shirley Ceaser's "U Name It" Gets An Afrobeat Makeover

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Shirley Ceaser's thanksgiving song, "U Name It" took the internet by storm and knocked out the mannequin challenge. Nigerians have jumped on the beat, to spice things up with their own version. Listen to  Pryse Featuring Big H and the only Mr Koker do an Afrobeat Remix after the break.

Skinny Girl In Transit Season 3 Is Here And Sizzling

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Have missed this online comic series of the SGIT, In the second season which ended in July, there was the office romance booming between Tiwa and her boss 'Mide, where will it all end? Watch the new season and enjoy mummy Tiwa at her most comical state!!!

Prince Harry In Barbados Celebrates With Rihanna And The Prime Minister

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Prince Harry is still on his Caribbean tour and yesterday he was in Barbados celebrate the country's 50th independence anniversary, which took place at the Kensington Oval cricket ground in the capital Bridgetown...

New documentary On Prince In The Works

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I n celebration of Prince's one year death anniversary, a new documentary that focuses on the life and times of the late singer will grace our screens, sometime between  spring and summer next year.

Music: Niyola Ft. Pasuma – Jo (Dance)

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This is the season to expect the best of festive music, loving the sonorous voice of Niyola debuting her recent single titled Jo, which means dance, and it features the Fuji crooner, Pasuma.  Listen  and enjoy "dance" after the break.

Jubilate: This Ember Is The Last Best Of 2016

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December is finally upon us, a new day a new dawn. How do you feel now that we are in the 12th month, elated or bemused? Enjoy the days as it unravel its blessings and guidance. Cheers๐Ÿ’๐Ÿ’๐Ÿ’