WARDROBE BASICS- ITEMS EVERY WOMAN SHOULD HAVE

How many times have you looked into your closet and thought, “I have nothing to wear.”
If you hear yourself uttering this statement more often than not, you have a dysfunctional closet. It is probably missing several key pieces that allow you to easily transition from one outfit to the next. It’s time to stop the insanity and get a functional closet.
The perfect ten — ten classic pieces that should be in every woman’s wardrobe — is the best remedy to a dysfunctional closet. It’s truly amazing the number of outfits that can be made when these ten items rest in your wardrobe: at least thirty-two different combinations.
Along with your signature item, the majority of your shopping budget should be spent on classic, well made versions of these items that fit your personal style.

Here are the 10 things you need for a functional closet:

INTRODUCING THELORIENT HARBOUR HOTEL

Lorient Harbour Hotel is a premier luxury accommodation strategically located in a choice area in Victoria Island, Lagos State, the commercial hub of Nigerian business landscape. Its vantage position gives it the unique benefit of being able to offer its guests the twin advantage of serene and tranquil atmosphere in addition to close proximity to the busy Lagos metropolis and its other attractions.

The hotel is 5 minutes away from scenic natural beaches, shopping malls, myriad of world class restaurants, boat and marina clubs, the national museum, beautiful parks, and other attractive landmarks.

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WHY I RESIGNED AS MINISTER OF POWER- BART NNAJI SPEAKS

In a move aimed at salvaging the reform and privatisation programme of the power sector, President Goodluck Jonathan Tuesday in Abuja accepted the resignation of one of the key members of his cabinet, Professor Bart Nnaji as Minister of Power, with immediate effect.
The president was said to have decided to accept the resignation, following Nnaji’s admission that companies linked to him had submitted bids for one of the successor companies created from the unbundling of the Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN).
However, speaking to THISDAY Tuesday night on his decision to leave the cabinet, Nnaji said he opted to resign in order to save the privatisation and reform programme from those who might want to use ulterior motives to bring down the programme.

WHY TOP COMEDIENNE, HELEN PAUL DIVERSIFIED INTO MUSIC

Few weeks back, popular comedienne, presenter and On-Air-Personality, Helen Paul popularly known as Tatafo debuted her music career with a music video for her single “Gbedu”.
Her musical album titled "Welcome Party" is also out with smoking hot videos.
The album has six tracks- Vernacular, God Forbid, Gbedu, Use calculator, Boju-Boju and two instrumental tracks, plus a VCD with songs like- Vernacular, Gbedu and Jennifer.
It is refreshing to see the lovely Helen Paul's first stint at singing come out so cool; but then again, it isn't that surprising, as she chose the talented Akin Alabi (who directed the video) to work with.
According to what bebeakinboade.blogspot.com gathered, music was actually her first love.  Her original plan was to venture into venture music when she first came into the entertainment scene in 2004 but for a friend who offered her money to anchor her wedding, she would have long since become a singer. The offer opened her eyes to what her talent could actually fetch doing comedy.
Kudos to Helen Paul, Akin Alabi and the rest of the team that worked hard to make the album a success.

HEROES AND ZEROS HITS CINEMA SEPTEMBER 7

On Friday, August 31, 2012, A-list actors, star musicians and important personalities will grace the Silverbird Galleria, Victoria Island, Lagos for the premiere of one of the most anticipated movies of the year, Heroes and Zeros.

The movie premiere which promises to be one of the biggest in the industry has seen celebrities indicate interest in attending the first-class premiere.

Topping the list of special guests expected at the premiere are the lead actors of the movie, Ghanaian actress, Nadia Buari, veteran Nigerian actor, Olu Jacobs, Tinsel star, Bimbo Manuel, fast rising actor, Gabriel Afolayan and others.

Giving her impression as to what should be expected at the movie premier, Ms Amaka Emerole, a representative of KOGA Studios said, “We have planned the premiere of Heroes and Zeros to be a big event. Already, we have sent out many invites to celebrities and they have indicated interest in the premiere. The premiere should be a springboard for the movie.

BIMBO AKINTOLA OPENS UP ON HER ROLE IN HOODRUSH

One of the most consistent Nollywood actresses in over a decade, the delectable and talented Bimbo Akintola has come out to expressly talk about her role in the yet-to-be-premiered musical flick, Hoodrush.

Hoodrush is a musical movie which tells the story of two brothers, Shez (O.C Ukeje) and Tavier (Gabriel Afolayan), the struggles they face and surmount before they rose to prominence. The movie features Bimbo Akintola, O.C Ukeje, Gabriel Afolayan, Bolanle Ninalowo, Ifeoma Agu, Lee Lee Byoma and others. The movie is directed and produced by Dimeji Ajibola, the Technical Director at Flipsyde Studios.

Bimbo Akintola is not a stranger to acting and Nollywood as a whole, the talented actress came into public consciousness after starring in Owo Blow, Out of Bounds where she starred alongside prolific actor, Richard Mofe-Damijo and The Mourning After, a movie that sheds light on the pains of widowhood.

‘’For those of you who haven’t heard me sing before, you will see a bit of that in Hoodrush. Also, I think O.C Ukeje is such a brilliant actor, I think he is going places so people should watch out for him and my ‘’fake’’daughter, Chelsea Eze , she is such a talented actress too, my role in Hoodrush is certainly different from the other flicks I have done ’’, Bimbo Akintola enthused.

POPULAR COMEDIAN, I GO DIE ACQUIRES NEW RANGE ROVER EVOQUE & ESCALADE

Nigerian Comedian I Go Dye has added two brand new cars to his fleet. According to our source, “A brand new White Diamond Escalade Hybrid 2012 Model (Platinum Ed

ition) to celebrate his 18th anniversary on stage” and also a Range Rover Evoque for his Girlfriend/Event Manager, Sharon.
He also has real estate investments. I Go Dye is also building a home for his dear mum who supported him unconditionally over the years.

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GENEVIEVE NNAJI FLAUNTS ENGAGEMENT RING

The beautiful Nollywood Actress Genevieve Nnaji recently posted a picture of herself on her instagram photo album that depicts her wearing an engagement ring.
We currently don't know who that special man is but we are sure that he will show up very soon. We hope she doesn't keep us waiting too long.

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MAN DRUGGED AND RAPED HIS 18 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER AFTER WIFE’S DEATH

A 53-year-old trader, Nzewi Donatus is currently facing a two-count charge at the Ojo Magistrate court, Lagos, for having canal knowledge of his daughter , Oluchi Nzewi, 18, without her consent which is an offense under section 258 of the criminal laws of Lagos state .
He is also being charged for threatening to kill one Ngozi Emeka, for reporting him to the police which is punishable under section 56 of the criminal laws of Lagos state Nigeria.
Donatus was reported to the police by Ngozi Emeka who is a friend to the deceased wife of Donatus after he, (Donatus) chased his daughter out of the house because she accused him of having sex with her.

Oluchi, who appeared before the court narrated her shocking side of the story.

WHAT’S UP WITH OLISA ADIBUA & OBI ASIKA?

Olisa Adibua

Obi Asika

Olisa Adibua has been in the news in recent times for the negative reasons. He reportedly beat up a staff at Beat FM in 2011. At the just concluded Rick Rock show in Lagos, he reportedly almost marred the event when he was said to have insisted on introducing Rick Ross on stage which was the duty of Larry D.

News just reaching us confirms that controversial On Air Personality with Beat FM, Olisa Adibua has been sack as a director of Storm 360. His sack was confirmed through a press statement made available to us.

The statement reads, "Storm 360 confirms that Mr Olisa Adibua is no longer a director of the company. This decision was reached at a properly constituted company EGM
"Mr Adibua was a non-executive director of Storm 360 and has never been involved in the management and operations of Storm
"The Company will not engage in public discussions about its internal business operations.
"Storm is facing forward and continues to build upon its position as a leading light in Nigeria's entertainment industry and community
Thank you,
Board and Management of Storm 360
Obi Asika CEO Storm 360."

However, Olisa has responded to the sack tale that has gone viral on the internet. Below is his response:

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MEET CHINEDU IKEDIEZE’S (AKI) DAUGHTER

Here is the fruit that comes from the marriage of the Nollywood star Chinedu Ikedieze and Nneoma Hope Nwajah on Nov 26, 2011. Chinedu Ikedieze a.k.a Aki is now a proud father of this cute baby girl. See the resemblance on the photo, no film tricks.

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KONGA DROPS NEW SINGLE!!!

Lawal Olalekan Olumo a.k.a Konga drops brand new single – AS E DEY HOT. This track is brought to you by Morgan Entertainment [USA] with exclusive beats produced by Laylow.

Konga is the only Nigerian artist who does naija music in a unique style, using an ancient African language from Badagry called "Eno". This is certainly not the last of him this period as he has affirmed he would be coming out with great new songs packed with a lot of surprises, featuring some great artistes in his forthcoming album.

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MAKEUP ARTIST OF THE WEEK: BANKE MESHIDA-LAWAL

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Multiple award winning makeup artist, Banke Meshida-Lawal  took fine art lessons from the age of eight after showing a keen interest in the arts. Highly skilled in the art of makeup, she has created her own signature looks which dictates makeup trends at home and abroad.
It all began while at college she would make herself up perfectly and ask to use friends and family as models on whom she'd mix one or two eyeshadow colors on (always had a thing for eye makeup!). Couple of celebrity weddings later and word went round about this talented artist and the rest is history....
A creative spirit, she creates looks for The runway (MBGN, Miss Nigeria, Tiffany Amber, House of Marie, Odio Mimonet),  Bridal (over 5000 brides and counting) Editorial cover pages and fashion magazines (This Day, Elan, Genevieve, The Sun, City People, Vanguard, Punch, Wow magazines) and especially the regular woman who wants to look extremely beautiful.
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IBUKUN JEGEDE ENROLLS AT WALDEN UNIVERSITY, USA

Multi Award winning UK based Nigerian Supermodel Ibukun Jegede who has worked with varieties of worldwide designer which includes Paul Smith, Timberland, Fred Perry DKNY, Hugo Boss, Gloverall and Aaron Dowie has currently enrolled for a P.H.D course in Information System Management at the Walden University USA. Reason behind this is because He believes education is one of the key to success.

According to Jegede, he intends to become an Information System Management Consultant and own a consultancy firm in future. According to records, Ibukun has been a role model to upcoming models in Africa and always encourage upcoming models to have a degree to fall back on. He will be starting his research next year in Africa.
He has rounded up his Msc management and Entrepreneurial eBusiness programme in Nottingham Trent University and currently waiting for his graduation ceremony.

MICHELLE'S DIARY: WHEEL OF CHANGE VOL 1

Lying here facing my laptop and reminiscing on how time flies, how enemies turn friends and friends turn enemies, thinking of my friends and loved ones, happy times and sad moments all flashing through my brain like  lightning as if it all happened some few minutes ago! 
I'm Michelle but all my peeps call me Mitchy! I can't really recall how i got that name!!!!!  I'm 24 years old, female, from one of the eastern states in Nigeria, but I live in one of the northern states. I'm 5ft6 inches tall, slim with straight full legs, curvy at the right places but let me not bore you with my features; let me only remind you that if you think you are hot then you have never met my kind because I will show you the difference between a CIA and MI6.
I just passed out from my youth service and ready to face the world with open hands! My service days where WOW!!!!!! That one year was irksome, mushy and splendid!!!!! The freedom was amazing because I have never been that far away from home! Hmmmm, I know what you would be thinking but don't get it twisted, lemme give you a little hint into my background.

OUR DAUGHTER’S DEATH IS SHOCKING AND PAINFUL- CYNTHIA’S PARENTS

The parents of slain Cynthia Osokogu have described the dead of their only daughter as devastating, illogical and highly incomprehensible saying though vengeance belong to God, those who perpetrated the dastardly act should be brought to book so as to deter those who take pleasure in killing innocent people at will.
Speaking at their ECWA Staff new GRA home at Farin-Gada area of Jos, the parents in separate interview to newsmen further described the late Masters Degree student as a very intelligent girl who was not playing pranks but had a promising future, full of life.
According to the father, Major-General Frank Osokogu (rtd), the dead of their daughter though painful and shocking has not been in vain as it is a caution to youths who get to know friends on social media of whatever name and venture to meet the unknown people.

“NIGERIANS, PLEASE HELP ME BEG GOLDIE TO PICK MY CALLS”- PREZZO

The Kenyan born musician who is, the second runner up of the just concluded big brother star games, Prezzo 32, has apologized to Nigerians for what happened in the game between him (Prezzo) and Goldie.
Addressing journalist, the GLO ambassador to Nigeria Prezzo, stated that his main mission for coming into the country after the game was to come and explain to Nigerians what happened in the house between him and Goldie and to also apologize to her for everything that happened.

He also answered the question as to whether he has made any attempt to speak with Goldie after the show; he said no. That he has not been able to speak with her because, she does not pick her calls. I always remember what my father use to tell me that I should follow my mind in all my doings that is why I came all the way from Nairobi to Nigerian to reconcile with Goldie and to explain what happened.

TWO FEMALE STUDENTS COMMIT SUICIDE AFTER FAILING WAEC EXAMS

The recently released results by the West African Examination Council (WAEC) have claimed lives in Delta State. Two female students that failed their exams allegedly committed suicide in Asaba, the state capital.
Reports said the students committed suicide after checking their result in the internet and discovered that it was unfavorable to them.
Sources said the victims had written the exams three times without passing their Maths and English Language, which led them to allegedly resolve to commit suicide.
Some persons who spoke to our correspondent on condition of anonymity confirmed that the students had struggled to gain admission into the University in the last few years without success.
Police sources at the “B” Division Asaba said the students were allegedly found dead in their various rooms after a search party that was conducted.

CBN TO INTRODUCE N5000 NOTE NEXT YEAR

A NEW legal tender will be introduced in the country early next year by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), it has now been confirmed. It’s a N5,000 bill, which will, among

others, have the features of three female Nigerian nationalists: Margaret Expo, Funmilayo Kuti and Gambo Sawaba on it.
According to the CBN Governor, Mallam Lamido Sanusi, who revealed the plan at a briefing in Abuja, President Goodluck Jonathan had, since last December, given his approval to the plan, which will also involve the redesigning of the existing currency notes and coins.
Under the new structure, Lamido explained, the existing N500, N200, N100, N50 will be redesigned with new security features. The N20, N10, and N5 notes will also be converted to coins.

REAL REASONS PETER OF P-SQUARE AND LOLA OMOTAYO ARE NOT MARRIED YET

It’s no longer news that one of the singing sensational duo, P Square, Peter is expecting another baby from mother of his first son, Cameron, Lola Omotayo. A lot of public opinions, speculations and insinuations have it that, why on earth someone would not be married to a woman and still expect to have another baby. Well, we can authoritatively revealed that, there is more to this than meet the eyes.
While one group of tale mongers said that the debonair ex-public relations executive has been un accepted by the Okoye siblings, another has it that the domineering attitude of this fair skin beauty is the cause of the delay in their solemnization.

“You will find Lola Omotayo 24 hours/ 7 days a week at P Square’s Omole Estate villa anytime you visit them. They live like husband and wife,” disclosed a dependable source in the neighborhood.
However, we can reveal to you that neither of the two tales is to be believed. Impeccable sources confided that the brothers, Peter and Paul Okoye have a secret pact to get married at the same time, day and venue. According to our source, the two brothers have resolved not to allow marriage come in-between them, thus their decision to get married at the same time.
“It is a sacrifice and a compromise both of them reached pain stakingly in the interest of their career and what they have both shared since childhood,” disclosed by a very close source.

CHARLY BOY AND HIS MULTIPLE PERSONALITIES

Charles Chukwuemeka Oputa popularly known as Charly Boy ,  His Royal Punkness, and Area Fada is a Nigerian singer/songwriter, television presenter, publisher, producer and one of Nigeria's most controversial entertainers, best known for his maverick lifestyle, biker style, political views, and his television productions, most notably The Charly Boy Show. Formerly president of the Performing Musicians Association of Nigeria, he is now an Idol Series judge.
He is the second son of former Supreme Court judge Chukwudifu Oputa.
He had set out to become a priest, but left seminary school after a year. In his late teens he moved to America where he was expected to study Law as his father had done, but graduated with a degree in Communications.
Charly Boy has always been a national talking-point because of his music, his eccentric style of dressing, his piercing and tattoos have been frowned on by conservative Nigerians, who view this form of modification as Satanic and occultist.
Irrespective of all these, Charly boy is a force to reckon with in the showbiz industry.
He recently revealed that he has multiple personalities- Charles Oputa, Charly Boy and Linda.
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ANNIE MACAULAY IS PREGNANT, BABY NO 7 ON THE WAY FOR 2FACE

Gist coming from the grapevine has it that wife of Africa’s music superstar, 2Face Idibia, Annie Macaulay is pregnant. Those who claimed to be in the know revealed that Annie is presently undergoing a nine month course.
An industry source, who also claimed to be in the know of the beautiful former The Next Movie Star contestant, said that the mother of one has developed more growth at some strategic areas of her body, which is associated with expectant mothers.
The Ifiki, Akwa-Ibom State-born role interpreter has now cut down on her activities on popular social media site, Twitter for some time now. We learnt that Annie is planning to keep the news close to her chest as she does not want any unnecessary media attention over her present state. 
You will recall that on Tuesday, May 1, 2012, Annie and 2Face had a secret marriage in Lagos only attended by some selected family and friends. This happened shortly after the African Queen crooner performed at his album launch concert at Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos on April 30, 2012, which was only few hours before their secret wedding. 

RIHANNA DROPPED AS FACE OF NIVEA

Rihanna has been dropped as the face of skincare giant Nivea.According to Stefan Heidenreich - the new head of Nivea's parent company Beiersdorf - the singer was axed because her behaviour is not appropriate for the brand.

Speaking to the Daily Mail, Heidenreich said: "The advert starring Rihanna was a no-go. I do not understand how Nivea can be brought into association with Rihanna."
He was later quoted as saying: "Nivea is a company which stands for trust, family and reliability."
Rihanna had starred in a series of campaigns for the company, which also sponsored her Loud world tour last year, while her hit California King Bed was used as the soundtrack to the an advertisement for the brand.
At the time, Nivea representative Markus Pinger said: "We are excited to have Rihanna supporting us in our celebration and building a new generation of fans."
The S&M hitmaker - who also appeared topless in a commercial for the brand's 100 Years Skincare For Life campaign - has come under fire recently for photos posted online by her, that showed the singer throwing money at female strippers. Fans were also concerned earlier this year, when Rihanna reunited with former boyfriend Chris Brown in the studio, despite his being convicted of assaulting her in 2009.

IT’S OFFICIAL!!! TEJU BABY FACE IS GETTING MARRIED

Comedian and TV host, Olateju Oyelakin, popularly known as Tejubabyface will wed top model and former beauty queen, Tobi Banjoko on Saturday 1st of September 2012 at the Chapel of Light Interdenominational, Lagos State Secretariat in Alausa, Ikeja. Reception is at The Muson Centre in Onikan.
Congrats Teju.....

BEYONCE AND JAY-Z CROWNED HIGHEST PAID CELEBRITY COUPLE

Beyonce Knowles and Jay-Z have been crowned the highest paid celebrity couple.

The rapper and the singer moved into first place in the poll by Forbes magazine − up from second last year - with combined earnings of $78million (£50million) between 1 May 2011 and 1 May 2012.

In second place was supermodel Gisele Bundchen and her husband, Tom Brady, who earned $72million (£46million) between them in the last 12 months.    

David and Victoria Beckham came in third with $54million (£34.5million), while Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie came in at fourth with $45million (£29million) to their names.

In at fifth were Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith, who earned $40 (£25.5million).

Notably absent from the list were  Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart, who were the fifth highest paid couple in the world in 2011.

UTI NWACHUKWU CELEBRATES 30TH BIRTHDAY WITH 67 WIDOWS

For former Big Brother Africa winner, Uti Nwachukwu, turning 30 is not just about over-the-top partying with friends, family and sometimes ‘enemies’, but a time to reflect on life and how difficult life is for others, this he proved when he hosted 67 widows at the Calabar Hall at Surulere, Lagos recently.

The star has arguably had a very good run of fame and fortune these past few years especially after winning the very popular reality show, Big Brother Africa, a continental platform that brings some of the continent’s finest together under one roof for a period of 90 days with mouth-watering prize money to go with it.