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  • Jay-Jay Okocha Has been Rapping Before We Could Say ‘Hip-Hop’ And We Have Proof

    1. Jay Jay Okocha is without any doubt, one of the biggest Nigerian football legends. His skills on the football pitch are too memorable to be forgotten.

    2. But you can imagine our surprise when this video of him rapping surfaced on the internet.

    3. The single, ‘I I Am Am Jay Jay’ was released in 1994 and of course it had to be about football.

    4. We’re wondering why Uncle Jay Jay never talks about his brief music career sha. Low hits, maybe? We’ll let you be he judge. What do you think of this song? Share your thoughts in the comments section.

    Maryam

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  • Yemi Alade Features In Shell’s Amazing New Energy Campaign

    Global oil and energy company, Shell, has launched a powerful new campaign it’s tagging #Makethefuture, in a bid to support the use of clean and renewable energy across all 7 continents.

    But that’s not the main gist; Shell also collaborated with top music artistes from around the world, including our own divalicious Yemi Alade to release a banging new single titled ‘Best Day of My Life’, that showcases innovation stages in producing sustainable energy.

    Oscar winner Jennifer Hudson, Brazilian singer Luan Santana, British performer Pixie Lott, Chinese pop star Tan Wei Wei, and Steve Aoki, the American dance act, were also featured on the ‘Best Day of My Life’ video. Check it out!

    https://youtu.be/eCs8kqUng4s

    Shola

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  • Nigerian Fashion Designer, Amaka Osakwe Has Been Named As One Of The Influential People In Global Fashion

    Nigerian Fashion Designer, Amaka Osakwe Has Been Named As One Of The Influential People In Global Fashion

    Amaka Osakwe isn’t your average fashion designer. Since the creation of her brand, Maki Oh, in 2012, Amaka has totally bossed the fashion industry, in Nigeria and abroad.

    Every year, since 2013, the Business Of Fashion 500 (Bof500) recognizes and credits people who have shaped the fashion industry with their work. And this 2016, Amaka Osakwe made the list of the 500 fashion influencers.

    https://www.instagram.com/p/9GvKNbnU08/?taken-by=maki.oh

    For those JJCs who don’t know, Maki Oh has dressed the biggest names you can think of: Genevieve, Lupita, Solange, Rihanna, Mummy Beyonce and our biggest mummy, Michelle Obama.

    https://www.instagram.com/p/3eOZEInU5i/

    Her clothes even made it to Beyonce’s amazing album, Lemonade.

    https://www.instagram.com/p/BEllGTXnU57/?taken-by=maki.oh

    She creates the most beautiful things with Adire and other African prints.

    https://www.instagram.com/p/4kMoL4nU9K/?taken-by=maki.oh

    It’s obvious at this point that the only way for Amaka Osakwe and her brand is up.

    https://www.instagram.com/p/BDglUzmHU59/?taken-by=maki.oh
    You can read her profile here and view her iconic pieces via Instagram.

    Maryam

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  • This Mat Tee-Shirt Is Every Lazy Person’s Dream

    It appears the people in the fashion industry will continue to leave us in shock with their inventions.

    If you thought you’ve seen it all after Ghana-must-go inspired clothing became a thing…

    This Ghanaian Instagram fashionista, 1Dapper Jayden, is taking things up a notch with this vest he made from a mat.

    We’re not playing o! He shared this picture on Instagram, with a caption of how he made the tee-shirt in less than 24 hours.

    Just see the ropes. For lazy people like us, all you need to do is lie down on the floor and sleep till eternity.

    You can even sleep comfortably in class…

    … Or in traffic.

    And in church sef (we’re not teaching you bad things o!)

    …During that boring meeting at work.

    You can kuku form fashion icon in it if you want. What do you think of this interesting shirt? Would you rock it? Share your thoughts in the comments section.

    Maryam

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  • Chimamanda Adichie Inspired Dior’s Collection At Paris Fashion Week

    Chimamanda Adichie Inspired Dior’s Collection At Paris Fashion Week

    Our very own Nigerian writer and novelist, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is doing bigger things on the international scene.

    No, Chimamanda did not feature in a hit single. This time around, she inspired Maria Grazia Chiuri’s Dior collection at Paris Fashion Week.

    The 2017 spring collection included these awesome T-shirts with bold statements supporting the feminist movement; an excerpt of Chimamanda’s famous Tedx Speech back in 2013.

    Aunty Chi Chi was of course present at the fashion show, and she was there to slay! Just look at those shoes *swoon*!

    Her Tedx speech which was later developed into a book-length essay was so powerful that Beyonce featured it in her Grammy nominated hit single ‘Flawless’.

    Chimamanda’s speech boasts of over 3 million views on Youtube, and was used to teach Swedish students about feminism in 2015. Who else can’t wait to see where this awesome speech takes her next?

    Shola

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  • Here Is Why Nigerians Are The Coolest People Alive

    Here Is Why Nigerians Are The Coolest People Alive

    In this recession, someone was dashing people money to get the correct spelling of Lupita Nyongo’s name.

    Calm down, it’s not in Nigeria. On the ‘Spellbrity’ segment of Jimmy Kimmel’s show, the TV crew members took to the streets and challenged Americans to spell Lupita’s name for a prize which doubled every time someone spelled it wrongly.

    All the Oyinbo people failed it o!

    But because Nigerians are efikos and don’t like wasting school fees, a Nigerian woman finally won $1280 (N403,000) for spelling it right. She even added the correct apostrophe.

    You can watch the video below:

    But we need to ask whose daddy was jumping up and down at the end of the video? We love him sha!

    Maryam

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  • On Today’s Episode Of Your Award Winning Ela Chronicles

    On Today’s Episode Of Your Award Winning Ela Chronicles

    1. So, you know how some people think PDA is cute? Well this guy is one them*urgh*.

    2. They’re in a relationship now, nobody will hear word.

    3. But it appears things are not as they seem.

    4. This girl is brutal o!

    5. When you people too will not stay in your lane.

    6. We pity the guy sha, but we are only here for gist o.

    Shola

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  • These Breathtaking Underwater Pictures Are Exactly Why Yankari Should Be Your Next Holiday Spot

    In case you missed it when Editi Effiong  showed us why Yankari Game reserve is more beautiful than imagined, we’re here to remind you again. This amazing shoot was created by a talented team, KJV, which is simply an acronym for Kureng- the lead photographer, Jaru- the makeup artist and Vera- the principal model.

    1. It’s hard to get over how this was perfectly captured.

    2. A glass of wine underwater won’t hurt anyone.

    3. Just see how clear the water looks.

    4. No need to worry about the recession, just pack your bags and go enjoy your life in Yankari.

    5. Can we all admit that this photographer is a god?

    If you can’t get enough of Kureng’s work, head on to his Instagram page

    But in the meantime, you can watch behind the scenes of the photoshoot below:

    Maryam

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  • This Nigerian Comedian Wants To Set A Guiness World Record

    Africans have been gaining world recognition for quite some time now, and Nigerian comedian, Gandoki, wants to join the league.

    He wants to set a 48-hour record for the ‘Longest Stand-Up Comedy Performance By an Individual’. The show will hold from Thursday, 29th September, to Saturday, Oct 1st, at the Exclusive Mansions Hotel, Lagos.

    Warri born Gandoki, whose real name is Tony Mofe Ereku, started out with top acts like Ali Baba and Ay, and unoficially holds the record for longest performing comedian in Nigeria.

    David Scott, an American, currently holds the Guinness World Record in this category, with his 40 hours, 8 minutes performance back in 2013. But not for long sha.

    If you will be attending the show, please sha keep laughing. Even if it becomes boring, plaster a smile over your face; do it for Nigeria!

    Shola

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  • This Bridegroom Is The Most Interesting Character You’ve Seen This Week

    This Bridegroom Is The Most Interesting Character You’ve Seen This Week
    The levels to the drama in Nigerian weddings are off the chain. Let’s not even begin to talk about the dramatic proposals and oversabi pre-wedding shots.

    But what should a bride do when her groom can’t make it to his own wedding?

    According to the amebo that reached us, this mannequin dressed in traditional attire is supposed to stand as the bridegroom who couldn’t attend his own traditional wedding.

    The gist behind this viral picture is that the groom is an internationally exposed fellow who is currently living abroad.

    Who even thought of dressing up this mannequin like this?

    Anyway sha, we just thought to share this amebo with you. Would you do the same if you were in this bride’s shoes? Share your opinion on this in the comments section.

    Maryam

  • Today On ‘WTF News’, Nigeria Imports $18 Million Worth Of Toothpicks Annually

    Today On ‘WTF News’, Nigeria Imports $18 Million Worth Of Toothpicks Annually
    Nigeria has a culture of overreliance on imported products. Even though the nation is the most populated country in Africa, with manpower supply in abundance and arable land spread all over, the country manages to spend a whopping N3.1 trillion on importations of 4 major consumables annually. Pretty insane, right?

    The Minister of Agriculture, Audu Ogbeh, has thrown us another bomb; apparently Nigeria spends almost $20 million on toothpick imports annually.

    Let that sink in; $18 million on toothpicks.

    And that’s not all. According to him, the country also imports 5 million eggs per year from South Africa, and spends $600 million on fish importations annually.

    So you people don’t just want designer bags and shoes, you want Italian made eggs and fish too?

    The truth is, if we don’t learn to invest in local producers as a country, we may never stop these ridiculous importations. Nigerian-based producers also need to up their game and actually set standards.

    It makes absolutely no sense that Nigeria imports fish, eggs, palm oil, or leather when we have natural resources and manpower to produce and even export on a large scale. This was one of the reasons the current administration banned Forex access for importers of some products.

    Instead of stating problems and whining about the past administration’s failures, the government needs to invest in and support production of locally made products, because all this money we’re spending is too much jare.

    Shola

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  • Another Unnecessary Demolition Has Happened And This Time, It’s A National Monument

    Another Unnecessary Demolition Has Happened And This Time, It’s A National Monument
    One would think the vast number of colonial buildings and monuments in Nigeria would be acknowledged and cherished as part of our history. For a building like Ilojo Bar, which was constructed in 1855 and declared as a national monument in 1956, Just the idea of destroying it would be a total no-brainer.

    Formerly known as ‘Casa do Fernandez’, the Brazilian-styled building was sold to Alfred Omolana Olaiya of the famous Olaiya family in 1933.

    Unfortunately, the building was torn to the ground in September 2016 by certain developers following the property’s change of ownership.

    However, the National Commission for Museums and Monuments (NCMM), has vowed to bring the lawless people behind this senseless demolition to justice.

    Also, Legacy, a Lagos-based historical and environmental interest group has filed a petition against this demolition. This petition also aims to ensure the reconstruction of Ilojo bar to its initial state.

    This demolition makes one wonder why National Monuments can be easily bought and sold by people who don’t even value their importance.

    Share your thoughts on this in the comments section. But in the mean time, here’s a video of the demolition.

    Maryam

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  • Remember ‘Big Daddy’? It’s The Most Watched Nigerian Short Film On Youtube

    Remember ‘Big Daddy’? It’s The Most Watched Nigerian Short Film On Youtube

    The 2012 short movie on rape, ‘Big Daddy’ has hit 510,000 views on Youtube, and is currently the most viewed short film in Nigeria, according to digital agency, ID Africa.

    Originally produced by Amaka Igwe in 2004, ‘Big Daddy’ was written and directed by Chris Ihidero ( director, Shuga). The film was entered for the 2012 In-Short International Film Festival where it won the ‘Best jury’ and ‘Best editing’ categories. It has since won multiple awards at the AMAA and AMVCAs.

    Telling the story of a young girl sexually violated by her uncle, ‘Big Daddy’ has seen viewers from the USA, Saudi Arabia, and the UK, with viewers spending a cumulative of 1.2 million minutes on it.

    Have you seen the film? What do you think?

    Shola

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  • Zimbabweans Are In Trouble, And This Time It’s Not Mugabe’s Fault

    Zimbabweans Are In Trouble, And This Time It’s Not Mugabe’s Fault
    As if having President Mugabe leading them into a recession is not enough, Zimbabweans are facing another, probably bigger, financial problem.

    Thousands of Zimbabweans have lost their investments after the online money scheme, MMM Zimbabwe Global, terminated its services without prior notice to investors.

    Apparently, the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe had earlier warned citizens that MMM was a scam, but Zimbabweans didn’t listen because initial investors had made profit from the scheme.

    It’s not surprising Zimbabweans were desperate to join the social financial network; the country’s economy is fast grinding to a halt.

    The Zimbabwean Finance Minister, Patrick Chinamasa, and ZANU PF, the leading party, have been widely criticized for their inability to map out strategic economic reform ideas to improve the situation.

    And of course, there’s this teeny tiny problem as well.

    Ponzi schemes like the MMM only work when new members invest money, which is used to pay off older investors until a point where the schemes don’t attract new investors and crash.

    The MMM Nigeria scheme is gaining traction and we heard someone even advised presido to put our money there.

    Please, we don’t want.

    The MMM scheme is known globally as a Russian scam network and the CBN has warned Nigerians against joining it.

    Shola

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  • This Video Of Children Dancing In The Streets Will Totally Make Your Day

    It’s a typical sunny day in a ghetto in Uganda, but these kids couldn’t be any bothered.

    Despite the depiction of African ghettos in the media, these youngsters are proof that happiness can be found in any place or situation.

    In this video, they effortlessly serve awesome dance moves, from Alkayida, to Galala and the best Shoki you’ve ever seen.

    You can watch the video below, thank us later!

    Maryam

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  • The U.S Presidential Debate Was Yesterday, And Of Course Nigerian Twitter Chooked Mouth

    The U.S Presidential Debate Was Yesterday, And Of Course Nigerian Twitter Chooked Mouth
    In case you just got back from Mars, the USA Presidential Debates kicked off at New York’s Hofstra University yesterday, and it was one tense moment! Republican candidate Donald Trump, who is widely known for his aggressive approach towards well, everything, was on the attack against Hilary Clinton, the Democratic candidate. Polls show Clinton is currently ahead of Trump, and financial markets are cheering her for the victory. Nigerians even stayed up to watch the show, and apparently, a few people took notes.

    1. First of all, we are very surprised Nigerians actually stayed up to watch the debate.

    2. This person was just awed at the technology that was used; should Nigerians look forward to this at the 2019 polls?

    https://twitter.com/farouqzaib/status/780604428613214208

    3. To be very honest, we need to demand more from political aspirants.

    https://twitter.com/Don_Kane/status/780656089767485440

    4. Even though we let the last Nigerian presidential debates slip, it really should not happen again.

    https://twitter.com/TillyTillie/status/780657562156994560

    5. This person was just here to drag Trump sha, even though we should be dragging the cheats in our own backyard.

    6. And one more person hates Donald Trump.

    7. It appears the US Presidential elections will set the tone for the polls in 2019.

    8. And all institutions must be ready to participate, even our universities.

    If you’ve not seen the Debate, let’s bless you with this.

    Shola

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  • This Week In Petty News, This Bride Took Her Wedding To Shoprite Just To Show Off To Haters

    Once in a while, haters come around and try to spoil people’s happiness with their bad belle, glory be to God, they always fail.

    But you see, for petty people like some of us, when haters show their faces, it’s important to drag them for filth.

    We heard this amebo of a bride that took her entire bridal party to Shoprite just to prove a point to her haters.

    According to the gist, one bad belle rival that showed her pepper worked at Shoprite, and this bride wanted to let the world know who the winner is.

    The admin’s caption ati she wanted to show her competition that she has won. I have cried!! ???

    — Lwanga (@lwangamwilu) September 26, 2016

    We’re not lying o!

    Her bridesmaids even posed for a picture.

    Na wa o! Small play!

    This bride has won the petty Olympics abeg!

    We can only wonder what transpired between them.

    What do you think of this petty gist? Would you do the same on your wedding day? Share your thoughts in the comments section.

    Maryam

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  • This Photographer Captured The Most Beautiful Pictures Of Our Favourite Nollywood Celebrities

    Two years ago, talented Nigerian photographer and artist, Ike Ude, moved back  to the country and of course, he was captivated by the awesomeness that is Nollywood-the 2nd largest film industry in the world.

    In October of that same year (2014), he photographed and created stunning portraits of Nollywood actors, producers and directors, in a beautiful photo series aimed at celebrating the beauty of Nollywood

    This amazing work of art, ‘Nollywood Portraits: A Radical Beauty’, has gained recognition and will be showcased at the Museum of Contemporary Photography at Columbia College Chicago from October 20th of October to the 23rd of December.

    It’s amazing how Nollywood is gradually receiving all the recognition and exposure it deserves.

    You can watch his campaign video for the exhibition here.

    Maryam

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  • Former Vice President Atiku Shared A Throwback Picture On Twitter, And The Replies Were Just Hilarious

    Former Vice President Atiku Shared A Throwback Picture On Twitter, And The Replies Were Just Hilarious

    So it was Nigerian music legend, King Sunny Ade’s birthday recently, and former vice president and presidential aspirant Atiku Abubakar wished him a happy one on Twitter.

    Uncle Atiku even shared a throwback picture of himself in his groovy days.

    So Daddy Atiku was a baby boy back then?

    1. As you know, Nigerian Twitter had to chook mouth. This person thinks the picture is why he should be the next president.

    2. This person perfectly captures our reaction to the picture *hail!*

    3. Didn’t we just say he was a baby boy? This person agrees.

    4. This person speaks for all of us in this recession.

    5. Daddy Atiku must have been on high demand with the girls back then.

    6. But some people were only there to drag sha.

    7. And this very subtle bashing about oga Atiku’s physique.

    What do you think of this epic throwback?

    Shola

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  • Once Again, Shekau Has Risen From The Dead

    Whenever the name  ‘Shekau’ is mentioned, the picture of the loud-mouthed leader of despicable terrorist group, Boko Haram, only comes to mind.

    The most interesting fact, however, is how Shekau has come back to life after the Nigerian Army has reported his death more than 3 times since the onslaught against Boko Haram started in 2011.

    To be fair, in 2016, the Nigerian Army has made commendable efforts to bring an end to insurgency in North Eastern Nigeria. In fact, some of the people who fled the war are returning to Borno and a few schools have been re-opened.

    Although they reported his death or serious injury in August, he recently released a video claiming he was well and alive.

    Na wa o! Is he Lazarus?

    How many lives exactly does he have abeg?

    Please, men and women of the Nigerian Armed Forces, wyd?

    He needs to make up his mind if he’s going to die or not because this his resurrection game has become really boring.

    Maryam

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  • Today On Firsts, A 25-Year-Old Is Nigeria’s First Female Local Government Chairman

    Today On Firsts, A 25-Year-Old Is Nigeria’s First Female Local Government Chairman

    You probably never thought you’d see a 25-year-old female become a local government council chairman in Nigeria, but Hindatu Umar just shattered that glass ceiling.

    Kebbi State Governor, Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, recently appointed Umar as the Chairperson of Argungu LGC, following the expiration of the former chairman’s tenure. Hindatu was previously the Deputy Chairman.

    However, there have been ridiculous complaints over the appointment, because Hindatu is a young single female, with only secondary school certification.

    If you’re familiar with Northern Nigeria’s culture of excluding women from political and economic discussions, you won’t find the outrage surprising. Northern states have high female illiteracy levels and President Buhari’s administration has been criticized for the low number of female political appointees.

    Hindatu Umar has broken a record, please join us in celebrating her.

    Shola

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  • This Lady Wants To Keep Yoruba Culture Alive For Kids In The Diaspora

    If you live abroad and have pondered on how to keep your kids interested in Nigerian culture, this brilliant mother of two has come up with a solution.

    Gbemisola Isimi came up with a fun show idea when she realized that her 3-year-old daughter who loved to watch videos on her iPad, was not being exposed to Yoruba rhymes for kids, because there weren’t any available on Youtube. She started by translating the English nursery rhymes her daughter liked into Yoruba.

    Culture Tree TV (available on Youtube) aims to teach youngsters Yoruba by translating old English nursery rhymes and children stories into animated videos in Yoruba. Just look at these cute kids go!

    https://youtu.be/Y1uGmoN8uPg?list=PL-2SN7O0BfY9Z5kK2LOhP0ldymtDAYcEz

    We hope Nigerian parents all over the world will take advantage of this fun platform to train their kids. We also hope to see Culture Tree Tv expand to accommodate as many Nigerian languages as possible.

    Shola

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  • These Adorable Baby Pictures Will Make Your Ovaries Cry

    1. This really cute sailor.

    2. This little girl with the adorable pout.

    3. Don’t you just want to cuddle him?

    4. Just see how serious she looks.

    5. Awww, cake smash!

    6. This pretty mini Coco Chanel.

    7. When you’re the cutest baby doctor in town.

    Maryam

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  • Meet Dr Oladotun Okunola, The Man Who Helped Save Hillary Clinton’s Life

    Meet Dr Oladotun Okunola, The Man Who Helped Save Hillary Clinton’s Life

    Initially thought to be a Secret Service agent, Dr Oladotun Okunola, has been spotted alongside U.S presidential candidate, Hillary Clinton’s campaign trail.

    Following Hillary’s unfortunate stumble during the 9/11 memorial service, Dr Oladotun was one of the people who helped in restoring her health.

    Dr Oladotun, who was trained in Howard University, currently works in collaboration with Neuroscience Center of Northern New Jersey, to provide specialised care in epilepsy, clinical neurophysiology, and sleep medicine.

    Although Americans are currently raising questions concerning Hillary’s health, we couldn’t be more proud to see one of our own doing such a great job in saving people’s lives.

    Maryam

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  • This Couple’s Anniversary Pictures Are Cute AF

    This Couple’s Anniversary Pictures Are Cute AF

    This nice Twitter user, @Goldenpolaroid, blessed us with adorable pictures of his parents celebrating their anniversary.

    The absolute cuteness of these pictures are giving us serious marriage goals.

    After 21 years of marriage, it looks like this couple’s love is stronger than anything, *hope you’re taking notes?*.

    This couple wants us to go and marry sha.

    Shola

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  • Wizkid And Justine Skye’s New Song ‘U Don’t Know’ Is Pure Fire

    When it comes to Nigerian music in 2016, Wizkid has got to be the one of the most relevant names at home and abroad.

    Following his appearance in Drake’s hit single, One Dance, there is no doubt that Wizkid’s relevance in the international scene has just started.

    Which was why his collaborative effort on Roc Nation singer, Justine Skye’s single, ‘U Don’t Know’ didn’t come as a surprise to many people.

    ‘U Don’t Know’ is basically a fusion of Afrobeats and Dancehall, which makes sense considering the background of both artistes on the track.

    The video to this track is currently being shot but in the mean time, you can listen to this wavy jam below:

    Do you think this song is a great jam? Share your thoughts in the comments section.

    Maryam

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  • We Are Totally Freaked Out At How Much These Celebrities Look Alike

    This Twitter user thinks some celebrities have multiple personalities; the resemblance between them is really too much.

    1. We actually can’t even tell who is who.

    2. Wait, so this is not the same person?

    3. Even Jordin Sparks has a doppelganger.

    4. But these ones don’t really look alike sha.

    5. Maybe they are Taiye and Kehinde, but they just don’t know.

    6. These ones are like photocopies.

    7. Just look at these ones too.

    8. These ones are not aware that they’re family members.

    9. This resemblance transcends gender boundaries sef.

    10. Even John Snow made the list.

    11. Wow, just wow.

    Shola

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  • Mo’Cheddah Takes Her Slayage Game To The Next Level With Her New Fashion Line

    Beautiful and fashionable Nigerian celebrity, Mo’Cheddah, can do no wrong when it comes to slaying.

    Really, can your favorite celeb pull off this this effortless look?

    Just when it felt like she was just going to keep on being an Instagram hunnie, our darling Mo’ recently launched her fashion line, Mo’Cheddah Clothing.

    She named this debut look-book, ‘The Bolanle Collection’ and the pieces are just gorgeous.

    Don’t lie, your wardrobe is begging for this hot number.

    This mesh blouse is everything.

    We can’t wait to see more pieces from Mo’cheddah Clothing.

    To see more pictures from her collection, visit her website and Instagram page.

    Maryam

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  • This Model’s Beautiful Skin Will Give You Melanin Goals

    This Model’s Beautiful Skin Will Give You Melanin Goals
    Senegalese model, Khoudia Diop, is popular on social media not only because of her stunningly dark skin, but her fiercely unapologetic attitude towards it.

    Khoudia Diop is one breathtaking charcoal beauty. Just look at this.

    She was featured in the newly launched ‘The Coloured Girls’ Campaign (TCG), a project that aims to be a voice for girls of color.

    In a world where body and skin tone shaming are everyday realities, this model’s pride for her skin and heritage is everything.

    If you know you body shame people, you can now rest.

    Join us in appreciating this black queen please.

    Shola

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  • Who Is The Original Starboy, Wizkid Or The Weeknd?

    Known for his soothing voice and signature dreadlocks, Canadian musician, The Weeknd, shocked the world when he showed off his new look while promoting his upcoming album, ‘Star Boy’.

    Shocking as this big chop may be, that’s not why we’re here o!

    Because there’s only one Star Boy we know and trust, the one and only hit maker, Wizkid.

    We’re confused o! Who should be the original Star Boy? Share your thoughts on The Weeknd’s big chop in the comments section.

    While the  world waits patiently for The Weeknd’s album, you can listen to a snippet from his single with Daft Punk here.

    Maryam

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  • On Today’s Edition Of International Exposure, Davido’s ‘Skelewu’ Has Made It Into A Disney Movie

    On Today’s Edition Of International Exposure, Davido’s ‘Skelewu’ Has Made It Into A Disney Movie

    Nigerian music is finally getting the international recognition it deserves, and this time it has made its way to the big screen.

    We were waiting for Disney’s ‘Queen of Katwe’ to drop, when we heard Davido’s ‘Skelewu’ and Mc Galaxy’s ‘Sekem are on the sound track list.

    Davido revealed his excitement on his Snapchat saying, “Never thought I’d hear Skelewu in a Disney movie. Amazing.”

    Directed by Mira Nair, ‘Queen of Katwe’ stars Oscar-winner Lupita Nyong’o, David Oyelowo and Madina Nawlanga. It tells the true story of Phiona, a female Chess Champion from the slums of Uganda. Despite a poor and hard background, Phiona beats all odds and goes on perform at World Chess Olympiads.

    Disney’s move to tell a success story that is purely African is really commendable. Hopefully, this will start a positive trend in Hollywood and the international film scene.

    ‘Queen of Katwe’ which debuted at the recent Toronto International Film Festival(TIFF), features a largely African cast; now we have several reasons to look forward to its official release on September 23.

    https://youtu.be/z4l3-_yub5A

    Shola

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  • Linda Ikeji Is Looking To Seize The Bae And We’re So Here For It!

    Aunty Lin-Lin is the biggest babe in town. If you’re hating, come and show us your house in Banana Island!

    She is one of the biggest names in the blogging (aka amebo) business and she isn’t even done with growing her brand.

    Recently she celebrated her 36th birthday and she said a great husband (to provide consistent nacks), beautiful kids will be the icing on the cake for her.

    https://www.instagram.com/p/BKixtd-hX6c/

    That means, all the people claiming to be her bae have just been deceiving themselves sha.

    Anyway sha, those of you that have sense can start filing your applications sharply. Share your thoughts on this in the comments section.

    Maryam

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  • Today on The Ela Chronicles Starring Yemi Alade

    Today on The Ela Chronicles Starring Yemi Alade

    1. So our mummy Yemi Alade was doing some deep reflection and jejely posted this on her Twitter page.

    2. Out of nowhere, one person she did not send message just came to chook mouth in the matter.

    3. Oga, who asked you?

    4. Look how Aunty Yemi instantly fired him back.

    5. Ah!!! Aunty Yemi Alade is wicked o!

    6. Anyway, it’s because you people don’t listen when we tell you to stay in your lane sha.

    To God Be The Glory. Watch Out For Part 2.

    Shola

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  • Can We Talk About Nigerian Politicians And Their ‘Youth Empowerment Programs’?

    Every now and then, in the name of empowerment, Nigerian politicians turn up with big ass geles and agbadas, scissors and ribbons just to give out the most ridiculous amount of ‘vocational equipment’.

    Usually, these politicians go on to post pictures of their incredible feat on social and electronic media just so the world can give them a gigantic cookie for effort.

    In the usual manner, this recently happened in Oyo state.

    I mean, it’s a good thing to encourage the people every now and then, but why is that Mummy’s gele that lit on top one hair dryer?

    Does this hair dryer come with a salon for the graduant to actually dry hair in? Abi is she supposed to play with it?

    When will Nigerian government bodies create long-lasting programs that will serve Nigerians positively?

    Let’s know what you think of this in the comments section.

    Maryam

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  • After 2 Years Of Closure, Students Are Back To School In Borno State

    After 2 Years Of Closure, Students Are Back To School In Borno State
    North Eastern Nigeria has faced 2 years of brutal fighting between the Boko Haram sect and the Nigerian Army. Borno has the highest number of IDPs – over a million, and while everyday activities were almost at zero the past few years, life is finally coming back to the state, thanks to the Nigerian Army.

    Public schools were closed during the 2 year conflict, and after the horrific capture of over 200 girls from a school in Chibok town.

    This Twitter user shared pictures of students attending classes in Gubio LGA.

    The Borno Stare Government announced recently that all public schools have been renovated and will now be open for students to continue their education.

    We are really just thrilled that these kids can finally go back to living a normal life, in a safe environment.

    Shola

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  • What Would You Do If You Find Out About Your Bae’s Wedding On Bellanaija?

    What Would You Do If You Find Out About Your Bae’s Wedding On Bellanaija?

    Imagine you have a fiance you really love and you guys have been engaged for about 3 years (as per Lord of The Rings).

    You did everything for him, even paid for his M.Sc degree with your hard earned cash, it was all love.

    But on one unfortunate Saturday, you see his pictures on Bellanaija, slaying during his traditional marriage to another girl.

    We’re not telling stories o! That was exactly what Twitter user, Miriam Shehu, claimed to have experienced in the hands of a certain Taiwo.

    Hay God! She has been raining curses on him via her Twitter page.

    But trust Twitter people to find banter in everything.

    Maybe it was his twin, Kehinde’s traditional marriage.

    https://twitter.com/TheOnlyMANIC/status/778503963683459072

    Association of Yoruba boys are not happy with Taiwo.

    Perhaps women should stop dashing these 419 men money.

    https://twitter.com/officialdaddymo/status/778512657183825924

    Three years engagement is a scam o!

    Because M.Sc is not marriage certificate.

    It’s not a joking matter o!

    People dating Yahoo boys shouldn’t chook mouth in the matter.

    Although people on Twitter have decided her story is untrue, we’re sure many men and women have once been scammed by a Taiwo.

    What would you do if you found out your bae is a Taiwo? Share your thoughts in the comments section.

    Maryam

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  • If You’re Looking For Something To Be Sad About Today, Let Us Help You

    If You’re Looking For Something To Be Sad About Today, Let Us Help You
    Wang Sicong , the only son of a Chinese billionaire Wang Jianlin is known on social media for his more-than-extravagant spending on his Alaskan bitch, Malamute Keke.

    On today’s episode of ‘The Whole World Is Crazy’, we present to you the richest bitch in the world, Keke Mamalute.

    Keke’s owner, Wang Sicong, bought the dog, not one, not 2, but 8 of the latest and most expensive iPhone brand.

    The iPHONE 7 is valued at about N473,000. Multiply that by 8 and join us in crying please.

    Someone is buying iPhone 7 for his dog but your boyfriend cannot buy simple case for your palasa phone, is that one even boyfriend?

    Wang had previously posted pictures of Keke wearing 2 gold Apple wrist watches he got her.

    In a world where millions live in poverty and conflict, is this kind of spending logical, Uncle Wang?

    Maybe some of us should just turn into pet dog so Uncle Wang can adopt us.

    Shola

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  • On Today’s Episode Of ‘Everybody Hates Donald Trump’

    If you don’t know who Donald Trump is, we have no words for you. For those who do, you must be aware of all the controversy the U.S Republican presidential candidate has steered in the course of the elections campaign. His disturbing and unconventional suggestions in dealing with Islamic terrorism and the Migrant crisis facing 1st world countries have earned him biting criticism worldwide. These reactions to the billionaire businessman are more than hilarious.

    1. Little Miss Flint, Amariyanna ‘Mari’ Copeny met with President Obama in May, after penning a viral letter to him about the contamination of water sources in Flint, a city in Michigan.

    2. But look at Mari’s reaction when she met Donald Trump, who visited Flint as part of his campaign tour.

    3. Americans hilariously summed up Mari’s reactions on twitter, and of course dragged Donald Trump too.

    4. It appears it’s not only Democrats and Little Miss Flint that are scared of Trump, this eagle he used as a prop for an interview seems to want a piece of him too.

    5. But just look at calmly President Obama handled this photo session with another bald eagle.

    6. Even these babies could not seem to stand Trump, while he held them for photo ops at the republican rally in Colorado.

    7. But see our Uncle Barack here handling another set of babies like a PRO!

    8. Still wondering why people just don’t like Trump? Check out when he didn’t care about the lady beside him, versus Obama who braved the rain and left the umbrella for First Lady Michel.

    Shola

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  • This Facebook User Has Broken The Internet With Her Garri Processing Skils

    Farming isn’t something new to Nigerians, I mean, a lot of people own little gardens in their compounds. Which was why the viral gist of the Facebook user, Ogechukwu Kate, who processed her own garri was just eye roll inducing.

    Getting it straight, farming on its own is necessary for the survival of any nation. In a post on her Facebook page, she stated she’ll rather go to the farm and process her own Garri than buy 13 cups for N400.

    A post as such without doubt generated hilarious and even ridiculous reactions like this:

    Okechukwu Kate (3)

    The Most Expensive Wife Material ? Natural Beauty ? Educated ? Hardworking ? No filter FIN. pic.twitter.com/zpNck5LA7Y — Seraph (@Yommie_Scream) September 17, 2016

    Let’s not forget that garri processing was only done to make life easier for the rest of us.

    I’m going to ignore the wife material bullshit being peddled there and ask. Why do people think of costs in terms of a monetary value alone?

    — Osarumen Osamuyi (@SkweiRd) September 18, 2016

    Liking stress and ‘sufferhead’ doesn’t make anyone husband or wife material abeg.

    The time spent in processing her own garri from scratch is worth way more than N400, but let’s carry on sha.

    https://twitter.com/ToluBablo/status/777124413850390528

    Because harvesting cassava isn’t beans.

    https://twitter.com/DuchesseGingham/status/777245749432164352

    How much garri is she eating sef?

    Let’s sha hope she isn’t eating all that cassava but actually making money from all the wahala she’s putting herself through in the name of saving cost.

    Maryam

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  • This Twitter User Thinks Only Nigerians Who Have International Exposure Are Fit To Lead

    A twitter user in the diaspora shared her opinion on the type of leaders Nigeria needs and sparked heavy debate on the social website yesterday.

    It appears some people are of the opinion that we should leave the administration of country to those who have lived or trained abroad.

    International exposure is apparently now a pre-requisite to leading, according to her.

    We know it sounds petty af, but come to think of it, most of the Nationalists who fought for Nigeria’s independence were indeed foreign trained.

    But on the other hand, we have seen foreign trained Nigerians drag us further into a mess, when they were placed in positions of authority.

    To our surprise, Naija Twitter actually discussed the issue, by presenting opposite arguments.

    Some felt this was a narrow and disconnected viewpoint of someone who lives abroad, and who subscribes to the idea that ‘the only way is the white man’s way’.

    Is it time we look for a system that will work uniquely for Nigerians?

    Because the Nigerian system is quite peculiar, and unfamiliar to foreign returnees.

    Or could it be our leaders are just too greedy and selfish?

    We all want the best for this country, but should we really elect leaders based on where they lived or schooled? What of the vast population of brilliant minds who have not had the opportunity to step out of this country? Should they be marginalized because of this? What do you think?

    Shola

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