Johnnie Walker Giant Samson Siasia Keeps on Walking!

The Johnnie Walker Keep Walking Nigeria event was a lot of fun. Samson Siasia, former coach of the Super Eagles was unveiled as Nigeria’s first Johnnie Walker Giant, and the new Keep Walking Nigeria campaign was launched. The highlight, aside from Yemi Sax, was at the end of the night, when Ali Baba did a toast to Siasia and his wife with the Johnnie Walker Blue Label.

Siasia added another year two days ago. Wishing him a happy birthday. More photos after the cut...

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Pres. Jonathan seeks feedback from Nigerians on power supply

 

Reno Omokri is Special Assistant to President Jonathan on New Media. So, holla at him on Twitter. He looks more like an actor than a politician :-)

Rihanna is still talking about Chris Brown; breaks down during Oprah interview

Rihanna told Oprah:

'I felt like the only person they hate right now is him. It was a weird, confusing space to be in. Because as angry as I was - as angry and hurt and betrayed - I just felt like he made that mistake because he needed help. And who's going to help him? Nobody's going to say he needs help, everybody's going to say he's a monster, without looking at the source. And I was more concerned about him. It was embarrassing it was humiliating... I lost my best friend.'

She also said:

'I am super duper terrified of the pedestal that comes with fame..It's amazing how lonely you can feel.'

Baby boom at Redemption Camp; over 60,000 babies born in 1 year

 

Pastor Enoch Adeboye - led Redeemed Christian Church of God Redemption Camp located along the Lagos Ibadan Expressway has become a baby factory as over 60, 000 babies were born just within a year by worshipers inside the camp (From August 10th, 2011 to August 10th, 2012).

Also, over 11, 000 marriages were conducted in all the branches of RCCG this year alone.

It was Pastor Adeboye himself who revealed the number of babies born during the last Holy Ghost convention which ended August 10th 2012. He said:

"I asked God for 70, 000 children during last Holy Ghost convention and as at now, from reports in Nigeria alone, we have gotten 60, 979 babies, and more at still coming. We have also conducted 11, 962 marriages in RCCG this year.

Nigerian Music Star Sasha debuts Eclectic by Sasha – The “Inception” Collection at L’Espace This Sunday

We all know Sasha (Yetunde Alabi) as a Pan-African rap star. For years, she has been incubating her fashion line “Eclectic by Sasha” by rocking pieces from the label on the red carpet and retailing to private clients. Following the success of her design label’s test run at fashion retail store – L’Espace, Eclectic by Sasha will return to the store with the brand’s debut collection “Inception”.

At the launch, attendees will have the chance to meet  and interact with the award winning artiste and enjoy a 5% discount off all purchases as well as sip on refreshing drinks.

BellaNaija.com‘s Adeola Adeyemo got in touch with Sasha and asked a few questions about the collection. Here’s what she told us.

On what to expect from the debut collection – The collection is bursting with color. With the dominant colors being royal blue, coral, pink and tangerine orange. The fabrics are great for the Nigerian weather, we used a lot of silk, chiffon, and items to look out for including our signature side peplum skirts, the butterfly print chiffon and denim shirts and a popular favourite the “Sisi Fadeke” Shirt dresses.

On her inspiration for “Inception” - Everywhere. I was in Mombasa, Kenya, working on my album in the first quarter of the year, my hotel was on the beach so I was outdoors a lot, the colors were so vivid and during my fabric selection, I tried to re-capture that easy breezy feeling, Mombasa is a hot place and Lagos gets really hot sometimes, so I was careful to choose fabrics that would keep my clients comfortable all day.

On who is the Eclectic by Sasha woman – She is dynamic, inspiring and free spirited. Eclectic by Sasha would attract women who like to dress with ease and appreciate affordable fashion.

On what ladies should expect from the collection – Colourful comfort, versatile pieces with an ever present element of vintage.

Number of Pieces & Price Range - Inception is a limited edition collection because I want everyone to save a part of this history, so we would not be reproducing any of these items again. There are 75 pieces and the prices range from N8,500 to N 14,000

On her favorite part of conceptualizing a design – The “Aha” moment , sometimes I experiment with fabric for days at a time, dressing my mannequin who is named Serena and then I do something unintentional and it looks great. That is a fantastic feeling.

Likes and dislikes of the Nigerian fashion industry - I like that to be successful at it is no walk in the park. You have to be really dedicated and I am inspired by all who have successfully made a living out of it and opened doors for people like me. My greatest dislike is the cost of production which makes items cost higher than they really should, looking good shouldn’t be a luxury, it should be a standard.

On if her industry friends will be present at the launch - The launch is predominantly an introduction to everyone who stops by L’Espace on Sunday, nothing too formal, but yes, I believe some of my colleagues who have been great supporters of the brand will be there to shop and celebrate INCEPTION of greater things to come. If you want names, you would have to come and see for yourself.

Don’t miss out. Admission is free for all!
Date: Sunday 19th August 2012
Time: 1 PM – 7 PM
Venue: L’Espace, 19 A Olosa Street, off Karimu Kotun, Victoria Island, Lagos

PHOTO:Jim Iyke enjoying himself with roasted corn in Amsterdam

He may has lost his spot in Nollywood, but his strong influence in the industry will remain for a long time

Boko Haram plans attacks during Sallah period – JTF

Three suspected terrorists and a civilian were killed, yesterday, while three others were injured in separate encounters with members of the Joint Task Force in Maiduguri.

This came as a severe gun duel between security forces and suspected members of the Boko Haram that lasted about two hours rocked Damaturu, Yobe State capital yesterday, paralysing economic activities in the state.

In one of the encounters, a suicide bomber carrying an Improvised Explosive Device, on a tricycle attempted to run into a patrol vehicle of the JTF but missed and in the process rammed into a moving Mercedes Benz car which exploded. The suicide bomber died immediately after the explosion while a soldier was injured.

The incident which took place at about 10am in Customs Area of Maiduguri Metropolis caused pandemonium forcing residents to scamper for safety.


Confirming the incident in a statement the JTF spokesman, Lt Col Sagir Musa said: “At about 10:00hours, a suicide bomber in a tricycle (Keke NAPEP) who targeted one of our patrol vehicles around Customs area failed and hit a moving Mercedes Benz. The bomber died instantly, one civilian died, while two others and a soldier were injured as a result of the explosion”.

The corpse of the bomber and the three injured persons were taken to University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital.

The JTF spokesman also said that, two suspected members of Boko Haram who stormed Monday Market, yesterday, with the intention of killing innocent citizens were gunned down by the task force team.

According to him, two AK 47 rifles and 18 rounds of ammunition were recovered after the encounter which happened at about 11:00 am

Meanwhile, the task force has alerted residents of the state of plans by Boko Haram to launch attacks during the Sallah period.

Intelligence information available to the JTF Operation RESTORE ORDER in Maiduguri indicated that there is going to be a planned attacks on military personnel and civilians by terrorists during the Sallah period.

A statement signed by the JTF Sagir Musa said following intelligence information gathered by the team, people are advised to report any suspicious persons or movements to the Task Force, noting that security arrangement has already been made to ensure the desired peace and security during and after the period.

Also in Damaturu, a severe gun duel that lasted almost two hours rocked the Yobe State capital, yesterday, paralysing economic activities. The Police Public Relations officer, Mr. Toyin Gbadegesin, who confirmed the incidence said the gun duel resulted from an attack on security forces by suspected members of the Boko Haram sect.

He revealed that security forces had gone to carry the corpse of a civil defence officer believed to have been killed by the insurgents at Gwange Area of the metropolis and on their way back, they were attacked by other suspected sect members.

The security forces according to him repelled the attack. He said there were no casualties on the side of the security forces pointing out that security operation were still on going in the area because the attackers were believed to have gone into hiding.

After the attack, normal activities in the state capital came to a standstill as shops among other business activities remained closed.

PHOTOS:Meet Sylvester Stallone`s Sexy Mum still rocking @ 90

If am to ask you how old do you think this Sexy Mama is,am very sure most of you will never guess this right....This is Jackie Stallone who is still rocking mini skirts at 90, yes, 90. Her son is 64 and he is the famous Sylvester Stallone.

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