Tuesday, 31 December 2013

Dwayne Wade admits he fathered a 'son' during break with Gabrielle Union


Yesterday news broke that Miami Heat point guard Dwayne Wade got a well-known Miami groupie pregnant while he and fiancee Gabrielle Union were on a 'break' early this year. The reports are true. The basketball player says he has nothing to hide and admits his new son was conceived during the few weeks he and girlfriend of 4 years actress Gabrielle Union were on a break. He said his son was born in late November.

Dwayne yesterday addressed the report during a press conference before the Heat game where he was asked about his new baby. He said:
“I’m in the public eye, so obviously that’s a part of it. But, it’s kind of … as I’ve always done my whole life, is always focus on what’s most important to me and my family, and that’s being a great father. I’ve always tried to show my importance in my kids’ lives and it doesn’t change now. But, yeah, I had a time, in our pain and our hurt, (but) a blessing came out of it in my life, having a son that was born healthy. So, I’m moving on.”
He said he and Gabby worked through the issue privately as a couple and that she was aware of the child before their engagement in December. Dwayne also has two sons with his ex-wife.

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Nigeria name final squad for 2014 CHAN

Nigeria's goalkeeper Dele Alampasu celebrates in Sharjah on November 2, 2013
Nigeria's goalkeeper Dele Alampasu celebrates in Sharjah on November 2, 2013
Nigeria will begin their CHAN campaign on January 11 in Cape Town against Mali.
They are drawn in Group A along with hosts South Africa and Mozambique.
The final squad:
Goalkeepers: Chigozie Agbim (Enugu Rangers), Daniel Akpeyi (Heartland), Dele Alampasu (Abuja Football College)
Defenders: Solomon Kwambe (Sunshine Stars); Francis Benjamin (Heartland), Azubuike Egwuekwe (Warri Wolves), Kunle Odunlami (Sunshine Stars), Ikechukwu Gabriel (Bayelsa United), Umar Zango (Kano Pillars), Bright Esieme (Enyimba), Erhun Obanor (Insurance FC)
Midfielders: Ugonna Uzochukwu (Enugu Rangers), Rabiu Ali (Kano Pillars), Christian Pyagbara (Sharks), Ikenna Hilary (Sunshine Stars), Abdullahi Shehu (Kano Pillars), Joshua Obaje (Warri Wolves)
Forwards: Ejike Uzoenyi (Enugu Rangers), Gbolahan Salami (Shooting Stars), Barnabas Imenger (Lobi Stars), Aliyu Ibrahim (Nasarawa United), Christian Obiozor (Enugu Rangers), Ifeanyi Ede (Enyimba)

Pope Francis Shocked by Same-Sex Adoption Proposal

A bishop in Malta told local media that Pope Francis was “shocked” about a proposal to allow gay couples to adopt children there.
Pope Francis Shocked by Same-Sex Adoption Proposal
Auxiliary Bishop Charles Scicluna, an opponent of the proposal, told the Sunday Times of Malta that he discussed his concerns with the Pope on Dec. 12, and Scicluna said the Pontiff “encouraged me to speak out.”
Pope Francis, who ascended to the Papacy in March, has drawn attention for a reformist platform that includes a softer tone on issues like homosexuality.
He was was named TIME’s Person of the Year this month and was on the cover of leading LGBT magazine The Advocate.
But the Pope still opposes same-sex marriage and gay adoption, saying this year only that, “If a homosexual person is of good will and is in search of God, I am no one to judge.”
In fact, in 2010 he said that gay adoption is a form of discrimination against children, according to a profile by the National Catholic Reporter.
“Francis signals great change while giving the same answers to the uncomfortable questions,” TIME wrote in naming Pope Francis the Person of the Year.

Boy Stripped, Hanged, Beaten To Death For Stealing Biscuits

A 12-year-old Indian boy was stripped, hanged upside-down and beaten to death in front of his parents after he admitted stealing a packet of biscuits at a hurriedly convened village court.
Chhotu Kumar was one of two youngsters accused of stealing from a shop in Thadi village in eastern Bihar's Purnia district.
They were brought before a panel of 'judges' who ordered handed down their punishment after they reportedly confessed to the crime.
According to local news reports, their parents begged the court to forgive them when their children's condition had deteriorated.
But the court refused to stop unless they paid a fine of 10,000 Rupees (£100) immediately which the parents said they were unable to do for two days because they were so poor.
As a result, the beating continued and Chhotu succumbed to his injuries.
The other boy, 13-year-old Pintu Kumar, survived but sustained severe injuries.
Police have launched an investigation against eight villagers and are planning a series of raids to arrest the suspects.
Local district superintendent of police Ajit Kumar Satyarthi said: "The incident is quite serious as the villagers have taken law into their hands. We are not going to spare any of them."
He said the children had also taken some chewing gum and petty cash.

Father Bartered 7-Yr-Old Girl For Goats, Food Items

A father sold his minor daughter to a 35 years old man in return for some animals and food items, officials said Thursday, Afghanistan.
Father Bartered 7-Yr-Old Girl For Goats, Food Items
The sale of Ghancha Gul, 7, in northern Jawzjan province drew denunciation from human rights campaigners, attorneys and law-enforcement officials.
Officials of the Afghanistan Independent Human Rights Commission (AIHRC) condemned the act as an outrage and blamed provincial authorities for failing to prevent it.
Ewaz Ali Sabiri, an AIHRC official, said Ghuncha Gul was sold to Asadullah -- a drug addict -- by her father in return for 200 kilograms of wheat, 70 kg of rice, two goats, a donkey and some other goods.
Sabiri said Asadullah later secretly arranged tied the knot with the girl. He has been arrested but the Imam who solemnised the marriage is yet to be detained.
Salamat Azami, another AIHRC official, promised to do all he could to resolve the issue if the provincial government failed to deal with it.
Meanwhile, the provincial attorney office said the issue had been addressed to a large extent and they would update the rights watchdog on the progress made.
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Headies Controversy: Burna Boy Storms Off After Loss To Sean Tizzle

After the Orezi scandal, news filtering in are saying that Burna boy stormed out of the Headies 2013 event after losing to Sean Tizzle in the Next Rated category.
The next rated award comes with a brand new ride and seems to be one whom every new artist looks forward to getting for himself.
Sho Lee crooner, Sean Tizzle picked the award and got the keys to a Hyundai Tucson SUV. As soon as Sean Tizzle was announced as the winner, Burna Boy left the venue, telling photographers not to take photos of him.
Some industry insiders at the event were overheard saying Burna Boy deserved the award more than his fellow nominees including Sean Tizzle, Dammy Krane, Seyi Shay and Phyno.
It has also been speculated that Burna Boy didn’t win the award because he is a GLO ambassador and the awards show is sponsored by a fellow telecommunications company MTN Nigeria
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Eagles, Eaglets, Okagbare Top Breakthroughs In 2013

2013 brought a mixed bag of result for the country but the high points of sports far subsist over the low points.
Super Eagles Fly high at AFCON 2013
Super Eagles, unarguably one of the most feared and flamboyant side in Africa opened the year on a positive note by reclaiming the African Cup of Nations in South Africa after a nineteen year wait.
Nigerians saw that gift as awesome but it was the tonic to a blistering performance in sports in the out-going year. Stephen Keshi not only handled the Eagles to a resounding victory, but he has also set the bar high as the first local coach to do so but also won who has won the competition as captain.
The victory has also uplifted the profile of home based players following the contributions of Godfrey Oboabona and Sunday Mbah.
Okagbare cuts the difference
Following the football experience, Blessing Okagbare showed her class as she won a silver medal in the women long jump and a bronze medal in the 200m at the IAAF World Athletics Championships in Moscow, Russia. She also holds the African record in 100m sprint. By reason of honors and awards bestowed on her by the government and accolades from other quarters, it was evident she had captured both a golden silver and bronze for the country.
Eaglets remain Golden
National under-17 side Golden Eaglets proved their mettle when they outclassed others to win the FIFA U-17 World Cup in the United Arab Emirates to give Nigeria her fourth hold on the trophy. This feat follows those achieved in China in 1985, Japan in 1993 and South Korea in 2007.
The competition in threw up players regarded as future materials for the senior national teams. Kelechi Iheanacho and goalkeeper Dele Alampasu already have in the Eagles squad bound for the African Nations Championship, CHAN in South Africa in early 2014.

Others
There were other top class performances some being Nigerian wrestlers who proved themselves at the Common-wealth Champion-ships in South Africa and weightlifters who won medals at the Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships in Malaysia. Nigerian athletes continued their surge to the zenith of the continental when they won the African Championships title in Port Novo, Benin Republic.
Dearth of competitions for athletes almost in all the sports and elections into national federations that have many still enmeshed in disputes were some of the low points of the year
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Stella Damasus Steps Out With Daniel Ademinokan

Daniel Ademinokan accompanied Stella Damasus to the recently held Applause Africa awards in New York.
Stella asked Daniel who she called her business partner and friend to join her on stage as she gave her speech.
Even though Stella and Daniel have not admitted they are dating, sources insist they are and say they now live together in New York.

Why I shunned Porto, Getafe –Enyeama


Nigeria goalkeeper, Vincent Enyeama has revealed he turned down Porto and Spanish club Getafe to join Lille.  “I had several offers from Porto and several Spanish clubs like Getafe, but I finally chose Lille because by then they were doing well on the league table and my brother, Aniekan, was also playing in France,” Enyeama told L’Equipe magazine.
The 31-year-old goalkeeper also spoke about his trials at Bolton Wanderers then in the English Premier League.
“I was close to signing for Bolton, but I don’t know why I didn’t because I did well at the trials. Could it have been a problem between my agent and the club? I cannot tell but I moved on,” he said in an extensive special feature on him by the top French sports magazine.
‘Vinnie,’ as he is known in France, joined Lille as a free agent in 2011 from Israeli club, Hapoel Tel-Aviv.
He was frozen out in his first season at Lille and had to go on loan to another Israeli club Maccabi, Tel-Aviv for the 2012/13 season.
However, this season, the former Enyimba star, who holds a diploma in biochemistry had shone through to go an amazing 1062 minutes unbeaten in the French Ligue 1.
Lille had promptly extended his contract till June 2017.

Islamic Teacher Arrested For Raping Two Primary School Girls

A 27-year-old man, Mohammed Ibrahim, has been arraigned before an Ebute Meta Magistrate’s Court for allegedly raping two female pupils of Al Adab Nurery and Primary School.
The incident was said to have happened in Surulere area of Lagos and in the school’s premises.
Ibrahim, an indigene of Niger State, was said to have raped the six and seven year olds in the toilet during school hours.
It was learnt that the defendant had only been appointed to teach Primary three students Islamic studies in the muslim school in August 2013.
He was placed on a salary of N10,000 per month which he accepted to take.
However, on December 18, 2013 he allegedly told the victims (names withheld) to help him fetch water and put in the toilet.
He was said to have followed them there, undress them and have carnal knowledge of them.
The victims were said to have cried while the act was on, which attracted attention of other kids.
Ibrahim allegedly pushed them out and pretended as if nothing had happened.
The victims were said to have been invited and interrogated by another teacher, who then related their confession to the school management.
The defendant was subsequently arrested and he allegedly confessed to the crime. 
The police arraigned him on Monday on two counts of rape.
The charge read, “That you, Mohammed Ibrahim, on December 18, 2013 at about 1100 hours at Al Adab Nursery and Primary School, Abalti Barracks Surulere, Lagos in the Lagos Magisterial District, did forcefully have unlawful sexual intercourse with a child named (name withheld) aged 6 years, which caused her harm.
That you on the same date, time and place, did unlawfully have sexual intercourse with a child name (name withheld) aged 7 years, which caused her harm.”
The prosecutor, Inspector Richard Odige, said the offence was punishable under Section 137 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State, Nigeria 2011. Ibrahim said he was not guilty of the offence.
Odige announced the presence of the Investigating Police Officer, Inspector Matthew Ebe and the headmaster of the school who did not identify himself.
The affected kids were also in court with their parents.
The defence counsel, Melda Bambo, appealed to the court to grant Ibrahim bail in liberal terms.
The magistrate, Mrs Demi Ajayi admitted him to bail in the sum of N1m with two sureties each in like sum.
“The sureties must also be at least 40 years of age, resident in Lagos and gainfully employed. They must present evidence of tax payment and affidavit of means. Their address identities and means of livelihood should also be verified,” she added.
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Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom Selling Their Marital House

Lamar Odom, Khloe Kardashian
Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom are selling their marital home. According to E! News, the couple who separated two weeks ago has put their $4 million Tarzana house on the private market. There is no more info about the listing. A representative for the "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" star declined to comment on the report.

After calling it quits earlier this month, Khloe and Lamar reportedly still maintain good relationship. A source close to the couple recently said, "Khloe and Lamar are still speaking on the phone. Not a lot but every so often. They are still working out some logistics and things are friendly between them. They will always have a deep affection for one another."

In an interview with U.K.'s Cosmopolitan, Khloe said that she could not wait to welcome the new year of 2014. "I need a good fresh start; I'm excited for this year to be over with. You only live once so let's make that one time perfect. We can't fix our mistakes and imperfections, so let's have fun. You get what you give out in life," Khloe told the magazine, adding that she did not "regret anything about [her] life."

Lamar, meanwhile, reportedly is doing fine after the divorce and is busy with training. "Lamar is busy training. He is feeling fantastic physically. He is ready to play again. He should be back with a team in early January," the same source explained.

The source added that Lamar was happy after seeing "a conclusion to the situation." The source continued, "He is ready to move on. He is not waiting around anymore. And that has been a good thing for him. It has had a very positive impact on his outlook. He feels relieved - not relieved that the marriage is over, but relieved that both of them can move on and focus on other things."

Jude Okoye Hints At Getting Married In 2014




The record label exec and P-Square's older brother hints at 2013 being his final year as a bachelor. Anyone know who the lucky lady is? 

List Of Nigerian Celebrities Who Died Between 2011 and 2013 [PHOTOS]

Nollywood has been in existence for over twenty years now, It’s impact has been great in the African cinema. Sadly, there are some famous actors and actresses who had tremendous impacts but are no more now. Here is the list some of the famous deaths that have rocked Nollywood since 2011. Here are List Of Nigerian Celebrities Who Died Between 2011 and 2013:

GoldieSusan Oluwabimpe "Goldie" Filani Harvey was a Nigerian professional singer. She was married to Andrew Harvey. The R&B artist - born Susan Filani - died on Thursday evening (February 14) at Reddington Hospital in Victoria Island, Lagos.


Justus Esiri He was said to have passed on Febuary 18,2013 in a Lagos hospital. A source said the now late Justus Esiri has been secretly battling diabetes for a while but his family chose to make it a secret until his sudden demise at the age of 71 .

AHMED ALASARVery popular within the Yoruba industry, Comedian Alasari died in a car crash in March 2011. The cause of the accident was as a result of a tyre burst causing the car to swerve off the road and overturning numerous times, killing him instantly. His last credit, Omo Nightclub, was a big hit.

Fatai Rolling Dollar
Among some of the notable figures who have died in the year just ending is Fatai Rolling Dollar, an indigene of Ede town in the state of Osun, Nigeria.

ASHLEY NWOSUVery famous in playing the role of a villain in his movies, Nwosu’s death was as a result of a liver complication and he passed away at the military hospital in  his hometown, Yaba in April 2011. His famous movies are Endless Night, Between Two Walls, Power Brokers, Foreign Affairs, Gift from the Grave and Lagos Babes.

SAM LOCO EFEPopular comedian, Sam Loco who starred in over 200 movies in his Nollywood career, with movies like Unforgettable Heart of Stone, Open and Close, Husband My Foot, Away Match and a popular TV series, Everyday People. He passed away August 2011, Police reports suggested the actor died of acuteasthma, as two canisters of ventolin inhalers were discovered at the scene. The multi award winning actor’s career lasted for over three decades.

DAVID IHEZIEDavid Ihezie was very popular amongst Ugandans for his roles in David and Goliath, Brain Master, Player No 1 and King of the Forest. One of the founding fathers of Nollywood, he died after battling with Arthritis at his home
in January 2012.

PETE ENEHEneh’s death in November 2012 following a leg infection has largely been attributed to spiritual attacks, ironically in line with roles he excelled at in his screen characters. Doctors at a local facility opted to amputate the actor’s leg after an earlier improper treatment had left it swollen. The operation, however, soured the illness, causing his death. Like Elebuwa, Eneh’s body is yet to be buried. Eneh is most remembered for his fatherly roles in Lonely Life, Divided Kingdom, Price of Ignorance, Heavy Rain and His Grace.

ENEBELI ELEBUWAFace of Nollywood, Elebuwa died in December 2012 from a stroke he had suffered the previous year. In his quest for healing, the aging actor visited, among others, a controversial Nigerian pastor until finally being airlifted to an India hospital from where he died. His body is due for burial sometime this month. Burly and beardy Elebuwa was notable for his kingly gait which mostly saw him play snobbish characters. He is remembered for such films as Abuja Connection, Bent Arrows, Royal War and Lasting Love.

BISI KOMOLAFEAccording to sources, Bisi who got engaged sometime in 2012 had been on admission at the University College Hospital (UCH) for 2 months before she lost her pregnancy, which resulted in her death. The fair-skinned thespian started her acting career over 3 years ago. Some of the movies she featured in include Igboro Ti Daru, Eja Tutu, Bolode Oku, Asiri Owo, Aiye Ore meji and many more.
Friends at least let's thank God for the gift of life, and let's remember that we are alive not because we are perfect or faithful. 

SHOCKING REVELATION: You'll Be Shocked When You Find Out Why These Lawmakers Knelt And Begged Gov. Rochas

Hon. Stan Dara and Hon. Ikechukwu Amuka are reportedly in trouble over the purchase of asphalt for the construction of 15 kilometer road in each of the 27 local governments of the state.
There was a photo recently of both men kneeling before Governor Owelle Rochas Okorocha and it was alleged that they were begging him.
Hon. Stan Dara, member representing Orsu State Constituency who is also the chairman joint task force on roads construction in the Imo State and honourable Ikechukwu Amuka who is also a member of the Taskforce and representing Ideato South State Constituency in Imo State House of Assembly denied the allegations.
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However, a source from Imo State Government House who pleaded anonymity alleged that the two men actually were in hot soup and knelt down to beg the Governor who was angry with them over the hiking of the cost of asphalt meant for the construction of the roads in the state.
According to him, that was why Hon Ikechukwu Amuka was holding a document relating to the purchase of the asphalt and putting the blame on Hon Stan Dara whom he said was the chairman of the Taskforce.
The source added that the members who sweated as they begged the Governor were afraid that the Governor could initiate a stiff disciplinary measure against them in the House, stall their political ambitions in 2015 or hand them over to the anti-graft agencies for prosecution and eventual prosecution.
“If you looked very well at the pictures, you will see that Dara was afraid and sweating; you can also see that Amuka was also very uncomfortable, and it cannot be true that they did not kneel down to the Governor or begged him over the matter I just told you about,” he said.
Attempts to reach both men proved abortive.
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Pope Francis is named Esquire's Best Dressed Man of 2013

This is definitely 'unconventional' because the Head of the Catholic Church mostly wears his Papal regalia, regardless Esquire Magazine has named him their Best Dressed Man of 2013.  

The magazine said he was picked because of his humility and his simple manner of dressing, which has 'signaled a new era and for many, renewed hope for the Catholic Church'