Adora Oleh Wears a New Look for Blanck Digital Mag’s New Issue

Adora Oleh is almost unrecognizable in this fierce look for Blanck Digital Magazine‘s new issue. Adora fronts the first of the four covers.

Adora who is seen with a Cleopatra-inspired hairstyle, flaunts her bod in a strapless black-and-white stripped swimsuit.

Beyonce's Dad Claims Elevator Incident Was Fake

Their tour and marriage was the biggest story of the summer -- but did Beyonce and Jay-Z just punk us all?

According to Bey's dad and former manager, the couple orchestrated a "Jedi mind trick" to help boost tour and album sales. The piece de resistance? That infamous elevator fight with Solange.

During an appearance on Houston's Roula and Ryan Show on 104.1 KRBE, Mathew Knowles claimed that the incident was pre-planned in an effort to boost album and ticket sales.
"[They needed something to] ignight that tour. It's called a Jedi mind trick. A Jedi mind trick fools you a lot of times," he said. "All I know is everyone is talking about it. Ticket sales went up, Solange's album sales went up 200 percent..."

Star comedian AY set to open his MVP club. See pictures of supporting celebrities.

 AY’s most anticipated Lounge will be opening to the Public with an All-White party on September 26, 2014.

MVP (acronym of Most Valuable Player) an all-new luxurious and Premium Class Club, Lounge and Restaurant located at Omisson Emporium plot 16, Block 24 Bisola Durosimi Etti Lekki Phase 1 Lagos, recently gathered a cream of celebrities and socialites for an all white photo shoot to promote its Grand Opening. See the pictures after the cut...

A word of advice from Nigerian billionaire - Folorunsho Alakija.

One of Africa's richest women and chairman of Famfa Oil, Mrs Folorunsho Alakija yesterday August 27th revealed that she never went to a university, saying one does not need a university education to make it in life. Mrs Alakija said this while speaking with students of the University of Lagos during the 2014 UN International Youths Day in Lagos.

Beyonce slays it in new photos for CR Fashion Book + a Poem About Blue Ivy and God with a Pulitzer Prize Finalist

Its more spotlight for queen Bey as she  kills it in her first editorial for Carine Roitfeld's CR Fashion Book. Nobody does it like she does. see more photos...

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt Are Married! Kids Were Involved in Wedding Ceremony in France

Brangelina, making it official at last! Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie married this past Saturday, Aug. 23, a spokesperson for the couple confirmed to Us Weekly and the Associated Press on Thursday, Aug. 28.
"On Saturday, Aug. 23, in the presence of family and friends, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt were married in a small chapel in Chateau Miraval in France. It was a non-denominational civil ceremony," the spokesperson said in a statement. "It was very much a family affair."

IcePrince hits number 1 on MTVbase official naija top 10.

The number one tarck on the ‪#‎OfficialNaijaTop10‬ chart is Ice Prince ft AKA IV League

and they call this "Nword"

#OfficialNaijaTop10 ‪#‎MadeOfBlack‬ Takeover!

Caption This! Looks like someone has got the hots for someone.

"Mr Kukere" all shirtless, with gold plated chain around his neck and stirring at the songstress through the eyes of his dark shades as she looked lustfully over his sexiness.

Meanwhile an over-dressed Kedike Queen had her low hair-do, white sleeveless top and blue jeans plus a golden rope tied over her hair surrendering to her male colleague's swag.

After posting the very captivating image, she wrote: "Caption this!!!! #IyanyaConcert #London"

Now guys, please caption this image!

Asa releases third studio album ‘Bed of Stone’

Asa, has released her third studio album, ‘Bed of Stone’.

The 14-track album had been highly anticipated by fans of the petite singer all over the world.

The album has been available on itunes since Monday, 25 August.

Asa has released two studio albums and one live-album, ‘Asa’ in 2007, ‘Live in Paris’ in 2009, and‘Beautiful Imperfection’ in 2010.

Flavour to join fathers club pretty soon.

High life king Flavour is allegedly expecting a baby with ex Delta soap queen Sandra Okagbue.

 Stella Dimokorkurs claims, the heavily pregnant model is currently residing in with an aunt of hers in Houston where she is expected to deliver soon. Congrats to him.

Is Kylie Jenner becoming Kim Kardashian? She Has the Outfit, Hair and Makeup to Prove It.

Kylie Jenner appears to have raided the well-stocked closet and makeup bag of her mega-famous older half-sister,Kim Kardashian. Just this summer, the youngest of the Kardashian-Jenner clan, 17, has transformed her grungy goth style into one full of slits, monochrome and glam makeup.

BET suspends ‘106 & Park’ producer for Blue Ivy hair joke

The network privately apologized to Beyonce and Jay Z after guest host Karrueche Tran said, ‘I really did wake up like this, because my parents never comb my hair,’ which she didn’t write.

BET has suspended a producer after a joke about Beyonce and Jay Z's daughter that aired Monday on the network's music video countdown show, "106 & Park."

Ghana's Cwesi Oteng makes History at 2014 Africa Gospel Music Awards

This year's Africa Gospel Music Awards (AGMA) held at the Concert Hall of the Fairfields Halls in Cryodon, London, over the weekend, was one to remember as several deserving artistes were called up for recognition in various categories, but Ghana's Cwesi Oteng stood out by bagging Artiste of the Year (Male)and topping that with West African Artiste of the Year.

Cwesi now becomes the first artiste to win the West African Artiste of the Year award for two consecutive years. He had received the first in 2013, a year after earning Video of the Year for his ‘God Dey Bless Me’.

Stars in the making: 12 Young African Entrepreneurs shortlisted for the $75,000 Anzisha Prize

Since 2011, the Anzisha Prize has selected Fellows from across the continent who are doing amazing things in every sector. In these online profile, you can see what they were up to when we found them, and read articles that track how they and their businesses or social ventures have evolved. This network of entrepreneurs is a key driver of future economic growth and shining example of the power of youth in Africa.

Limpopo Master Kcee addresses fashion critics saying he does not joke with fashion.

He doesn’t joke with fashion and high taste of it. In a recent interview Kcee explains that he believes he’s a style icon after being blasted on social media by fans when he posted this picture which showed him on a  pink-black shirt and a pink trouser. He was blasted for looking gay and not having a dress sense at all. Now he has reacted and says as a matter of fact he is a fashion icon, Read;

Game of Thrones Star Lands a Major Fall Fashion Campaign with Karen Millen

Fashion seems to have a soft spot for Game of Thrones. We’re pretty sure it has nothing to do with the impending winter, dragons or the amount of people losing their heads in Westeros, and everything to do with the ridiculously gorgeous costume design—and Kit Harington of course. After snapping up Jon Snow for Jimmy Choo, another Stark child has been tapped for a winter fashion campaign. Sansa Stark, real life Sophie Turner, is the new face of Karen Millen’s Fall/Winter 2014 collection. While the 18-year-old is known for her acting chops we have to admit she’s pretty much killing it in her first fashion gig.

BET Issues Apology For Blue Ivy Joke Read By Karrueche Tran plus tweets from Karrueche.

If you're on Twitter daily, you probably noticed an influx of hate-tweets directed to Karrueche Tran in the past few days, after she read an insensitive joke about Blue Ivy's hair while on BET.

Following the MTV VMAs, where Blue Ivy stole the show simply by clapping her hands along to her mom's performance, BET's 106 & Park ran a segment where they did "Six Things Blue Ivy Was Thinking During The VMAs."

Holla! Holla!! he's making noise. Wiz Khalifa Earns First No. 1 Album On Billboard 200

Hip-hop star Wiz Khalifa earns his first No. 1 album on the Billboard 200, as his new Blacc Hollywood set arrives atop the list. The album, which was released Aug. 19, sold 90,000 copies in the week ending Aug. 24, according to Nielsen SoundScan.

Blacc Hollywood follows two No. 2-peaking albums from Khalifa: Rolling Papers and O.N.I.F.C., which were released in 2011 and 2012, respectively.

Uzo Aduba Wins ‘Outstanding Guest Actress’ at Emmy Awards

Nigerian-American actress, Uzo Nwanneka Aduba, has won this year’s Emmy for “Outstanding Guest Actress” for the Netflix comedy-drama series, “Orange is the New Black”.

Aduba, who was born to Nigerian parents in Massachusetts, US, in 1980/1981 (according to Wikipedia), won the award a week before the 66th Primetime Emmy Awards ceremony, which took place on Monday night at the Nokia Los Angeles Theatre in Los Angeles, California.

African football star Samuel Eto joins everton.

Everton have announced the signing of free agent Samuel Eto'o on a two-year deal.

The 33-year-old striker was released by Chelsea earlier this summer and has joined the Toffees following the collapse of a move to neighbours Liverpool.

The striker tweeted: 'Officially an Everton player...!!! Let's get ready for a new and ambitious Challenge!!!'

10 things we want from wizkid's album.

A wizkid album release isn’t just an album release, but it’s an event. wizkid has reinvented the art of dropping an album with a concert, whether it means changing musically or externally in the form of multi-media rollouts. the following is a list of 10 things we’d like to see in conjunction with the release of a wizkid album, both in terms of the project itself and the circumstances surrounding the release.

10 - GOOD FEATURES.

wizkid garnered major features for his album like banky w and wande coal, among others. for his coming album we would like to see features like that and possibly lower-profile guests who will remain memorable.

STAR ALERT: Asisat Oshoala

The clash of styles was always expected to produce an open, engaging final, and so it proved. Nigeria quickly gained a foothold and went on to dominate the first half, creating a better and more numerous chances. An inability to convert those chances was their only failing and with the most guilty party being Nigeria’s talisman and tournament top scorer Asisat Oshoala. A star has again been discovered through this tournament. The future of African women football thus looks beautiful. Lets give it to Asisat Oshoala.

Gbemi Olateru-Olagbegi won't date an entertainer. Find out why.

The NET NG, in an interview with the talented OAP, Gbemi Olateru  explains why she has never been linked to any star.

FASHION: Ralph Lauren Unveils the First and Last Piece of Wearable Tech You Will Ever Need

We’re pretty big fans of wearable tech—we’re willing to sport everything from ringing bracelets to smartwatches to Google Glass, but we really didn’t see this one coming, and from Ralph Lauren no less. While the fashion brand has deep rooted ties with the sport of polo, the brand has a new connection with tennis, choosing to unveil the new Polo Tech this morning at the first day of the U.S. Open. This fancy new compression shirt can take readings of both biological and physiological data with sensors woven into the fabric. So what this basically means is all those FitBits, Nike Fuel Bands and all manner of fitness gadgets are obsolete, because this shirt is seriously legit.

Breaking Bad & Sherlock Sweep the Emmys, Plus More Surprising Moments!

Last night's Emmys saw some surprising losses (two words: True Detective) and some not so surprising wins (we all knew Breaking Bad would get some love after its final season, but who guessed Sherlock would be the biggest winner?

Body language expert says Jay and Bey are done.

Jay Z and Beyoncé may just have 99 problems after all.
rumours have been  that the power couple’s relationship has been on the rocks, but at Sunday’s MTV Video Music Awards, they tried to at least present a united front.

As Beyoncé finished her 15-minute set, hubby Jay Z — carrying daughter Blue Ivy — presented her with the Video Vanguard Award onstage. Queen Bey said a few words to the crowd, she embraced her family, and then they headed home. (Hopefully without having to travel in any elevators.)
To many viewers, the family’s appearance felt like something cooked up in a p.r. boardroom in an attempt to counter the reports of their imminent split.

Where is Kanye West when you need him?

 

Caption this! Usher had absolutely 0 chill. Mrs West looking radiant. #VMAs

Watch Beyonce's Epic VMA medley. She Performed all her Entire Album (Basically)

Beyoncé's show-stopping performance saw her performing most of the songs from last year's surprise album in a few short minutes When you’re accepting the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard award at the 2014 MTV Video Music Awards, your performance better be something big — say, performing a medley of the majority of your “visual album” in roughly 20 minutes.

Beyoncé Gives Performance extraordinaire at the 2014 MTV Video Music Awards, Plus Jay Z and Blue Ivy Join Her Onstage!

We can't find the words to fully explain what just happened onstage at the 2014 MTV Video Music Awards, but what we can say is that Beyonce gave the performance of her career.
The singer opened the number with "Mine," before telling the crowd: "MTV, welcome to my show." Dayum, girl!

DJ Cuppy On A Mission: Lagos Diaries – Part 1

Cuppy On A Mission: Lagos Diaries comes in 3 parts and in each part Cuppy gives details of what her general day in Lagos is like. From the House of Cuppy promo to Djing at events and private parties.
From promoting her recent body of work to rocking the decks at private parties and events, enjoy!

Rihanna attended a basketball game -- and Chris Brown happened to be playing. shade or reunion?

Ooh na na — what's going on here!? Exes Rihanna and Chris Brown came face-to-face as they both attended CC Sabthia's and Robinson Cano's Summer Classic Charity Basketball Game at the Barclays Center in NYC on Thursday, Aug. 21.

keeps getting better: 'Sterling is gay and I was his beard' - V. Stiviano

Donald Sterling’s ex-gal pal claims the racist former LA Clippers owner is a homosexual and used her as a “beard” to hide his lifestyle, according to a report Thursday.
Leggy personal assistant V. Stiviano states in a lawsuit that she never slept with Sterling, and that the 80-year-old billionaire businessman employed her only to help cover up the fact that he prefers male companions, according to TMZ.

Bieber gets rid of mustache after social media plea.

Social media earlier buzzed about Justin Bieber's mustache looking not so nice on him, with so many clamouring for the Canadian star to shave.

Bieber posted a new picture of himself without the mustache. what's your take on his new look?

Mariah Carey, Nick Cannon 'living apart'

Are Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon headed for divorce?
The 44-year-old singer's six-year marriage to the "America's Got Talent" host has reportedly hit the rocks

#Kingjames: MI Abaga

Follow the trend.

Beyonce And Jay Z Divorce After 'On The Run Tour'? Queen Bey Seeks Advice From Gwyneth Paltrow

Kpopstars claims that Beyonce and Jay Z have created amazing heat together on stage during their ‘On The Run’ tour, but it looks like they may be faking that chemistry. Queen Bey has reportedly asked best friend Gwyneth Paltrow for advice on divorcing her creative partner and husband. The couple is believed to be planning to split after completing the tour.

‘Sin City’ sequel has the look to be darkly delightful

Sin City: A Dame To Kill For” is set in a nasty town where the men are bare-knuckled and the women are barely clothed. Disputes are settled with shotguns, the authorities are despicable, and bones get smashed like pretzels. It’s almost as bad as a boys’ boarding school.

2face's The Ascension club tour begins.

2Face Idibia is inviting you to party with him!

The 960 Music Group, Hypertek Digital and 2Face Idibia are proud to announce the launch of 2Face Idibia’s #TheAscension Club Tour. The club tour pays homage to the huge success of 2Face’s 6^thStudio album, ‘”The Ascension”.

Skales drops new single titled 'Give it to me'

Download and enjoy this new joint.

Chris and Karrueche trying for a baby?

Chris Brown and Karrueche Tran are trying for a baby.

The 25-year-old star confirmed the pair are back together after taking to his Instagram account to post a picture of the 26-year-old beauty and as well as thanking her for "putting up with my s**t" for five years", he hinted the couple are keen to have kids.

In a message attached to the photograph, he wrote: "@karrueche damn near 5 years and this woman still putting up with my s**t. Need to have this baby and stop playing! Lol! My WCW (sic)"

MI Abaga Launched Unprecedented Music Release Stunt With Over 70 Radio Stations.

Follow the trend, hashtag #kingjames. The king is back. After four years of absence, African rapper number hits the airwaves.  In what is without a doubt the most unprecedented single release in Naija music history,

ASA drops 'Bed of stone' August 25th.

 Asa will have thirst for her soulful melodies quenched forth  Monday August 25, 2014 when the song compilation is officially released.

It has been a long wait for song bird Asa four years since she dropped her second album.

For my stars in Ghana: British Council Young Creative Entrepreneurs Awards Is Calling Applicants in Ghana.

The British Council in Ghana has announced the launch of the Young Creative Entrepreneur (YCE) Fashion and Design Award 2014 to foster business and collaborations between the UK and other countries.


The 16 international brightest emerging entrepreneurs from participating countries – including Columbia, Russia, Nigeria and China – will be invited to take part in a programme in the UK, from 10 – 17 September 2014, as they will be given insight into the UK’s rapidly evolving fashion and design sector.

Everyday, stars are born - PING naija all youth awards.

“Africa’s Best Class Of 2014!” This Is The List Of Verified Nominees For Voting Categories For 2014 All Youth PNA Award. These Nominees Are Prestigious Individuals And Have Worked So Hard At A Youthful Stage To Achieve A lot, The Ping Nigeria Award Has Taken It Upon Themselves To Reward Their Hardwork, Everyone Who Made It To This List Is A Winner.

Pharrell's Grammys Hat Headed to D.C. Museum

Pharrell's hat is here to stay. Just when you think you've heard the last of Pharrell Williams' famous Grammys hat. This time, the high-crowned topper is making its return with a temporary exhibition at Washington, D.C.'s museum. see tweet after cut.

What's NIgerian rap star MI Abaga up to ?

Just recently, the Nigerian rapper posted a post on his instagram page about him quitting music. Sources reaching us say the talented rapper will be dropping a new single off his soon to be dropped album. You definitely can't get nothing less from Africa's number one rapper. see more pictures after cut.

American Star - T.I. Joins The Cast Of Marvel’s “Ant Man” Movie

From tv to movies, T.I. is the definition of a hustler

Rapper T.I. is the latest actor to join the cast of Marvel’s upcoming Ant Man film alongside actor Paul Rudd; who plays the title character, a superhero who can shrink while increasing his strength.  Veteran actor and husband of Michael Douglass plays his mentor Dr. Hank Pym. Mad Men’s John Slattery,Archer’s Judy Greer, and Boardwalk Empire’s Bobby Cannavale round out the cast.

TV star Zainab Balogun covers August issue of Exquisite magazine

Remember TV girl Zainab Balogun was extensively talked about on our site click here.
The TV super star covers the new issue of Exquisite Magazine. The model, actress, TV presenter and host on EbonyLifeTV is looking stunning on the cover. 

Tiwa Savage sends love to mum on birthday.

Nigerian Superstar Tiwa Savage sends touching message to her mum as she turns a year older.

#love.

3rd Genevieve PinkBall by Genevieve Magazine.

Genevieve Magazine announces its 3rd ‘Genevieve PinkBall’ scheduled to hold on the 18th of October 2014 to help support women both medically and financially towards the prevention and treatment of Breast Cancer.

'Orange Is The New Black' Cast Member Uzo Aduba Takes Home First Emmy Award

Orange is the New Black" cast Uzo Aduba won her first Emmy Award for her portrayal of Suzanne "Crazy Eyes" Warren on the said series.

Amid rumours Beyonce puts up brave front, shares adorable pics.

While rumours surrounding Beyonce's and Jay Z's alleged split are showing no signs of slowing down, an undeterred Beyonce continues to share family snaps of good times shared together

Beyonce and hubby Jay Z are reportedly taking a break from their On The Run tour, which will again pick up in Paris next month.

Whether this is a ploy to throw everyone off track, we wouldn't know, but the missing wedding, Jay Z's alleged affair, and the couple's toned down PDA during their concert event suggest that their marriage is currently travelling through a dark tunnel.