AFWN 2015 Participate in the 'Evolution of Iro and Buba' Competition
By Unknown - Tuesday, April 07, 2015
Africa Fashion Week Nigeria 2015 unveils 'Evolution of Iro and Buba' competition, check out details to win prizes and be a part of the fashion event coming up in May.
The theme for 2015 Africa Fashion Week Nigeria is 'Showcasing Our Cultural Heritage Through Fashion' according to the founder/creator; Ronke Ademiluyi and with this in mind, the organizers of the event unveiled an exciting competition!
It's a fashion competition where people are post images from different eras. Follow the guidelines below:
COMPETITION RULES
Follow @afwlandafwn on Instagram
Follow @africafwnigeria on twitter.
Follow @Africafashionweeknigeria on facebook.
Use the hashtag #AfricaFashionWeekNigeria #AFWNContest to send your pictures and include a description of who is in the picture.
Images chosen will form a time-scale exhibition of the 'Evolution of Iro and Buba' during the Africa Fashion Week Nigeria holding on 23rd & 24th of May 2015.
Note:
-Images should reference the date (era) it was taken and possibly location.
-We welcome a variety of entries; black and white, monochrome, full coloured to represent each decade.
-Damaged images would be automatically disqualified.
-The sender must have the right/permission to submit such image (indemnifying us of any infringement).
-The name of the person in the picture would be required and the year
-A short reference to a notable event around the time the particular 'oleku' was in vogue would be welcome not compulsory.
WINNING PHOTOGRAPH gets:
-2 VIP tickets to the Gala Night and After Show Party.
-Tickets to all the show.
-Fabrics Courtesy DaViva
-A Designer Outfit.
-Meet & Greet with our Brand Ambassador Oreka Godis.
20 of the best images will be exhibited at the 'Evolution of Iro and Buba' Exhibition and the selected image owners will be given ticket to the show.
Check the gallery above for an 'Evolution of Iro and Buba' shoot with the face of 2015 AFWN; Oreka Godis.
House Of Twitch- Love Tips 8 habits to cultivate for a successful marriage
By Unknown - Tuesday, April 07, 2015
There are some habits that a husband and wife need to exhibit in order to make their marriage last and avoid unnecessary chaos in the home.
One of the things that destroys marriages is the failure of couples to realize that men and women are different, and may not always behave in similar ways.
Therefore, there are some habits that a husband and wife need to exhibit in order to make their marriage last and avoid unnecessary chaos in the home.
Here are eight tips on the kinds of habits that couples should cultivate if they want their marriage to last long.
One of the things that destroys marriages is the failure of couples to realize that men and women are different, and may not always behave in similar ways.
Therefore, there are some habits that a husband and wife need to exhibit in order to make their marriage last and avoid unnecessary chaos in the home.
Here are eight tips on the kinds of habits that couples should cultivate if they want their marriage to last long.
- Celebrate each other’s success: Always smile and share exhilaration for each other's achievements, for instance, in response to promotion or salary increase. Couples who share excitement can have satisfying relationships. In addition, a celebration provides an occasion to boost up his/her ego and also to highlight your status as a team.
- Look after yourself: The first thing you need to establish for a successful marriage is to take care of yourself both physically and spiritually. This way, your stress will go completely downhill and your tolerance level can be up. It is just that simple. By doing this, you won't get on each other nerves when you are facing a crisis.
- Get to know your spouse's friends: You may be very close with the few friends you have, but remember to build a rapport with your partner’s buddies as well. The more a couple's friends and family interact, there are chances for a happy relationship between the spouses. The tip for long lasting marriage is to add your spouse in the network of your friends. This will make him/her feel that they are part of your family.
- Don't stop dating: It is always said that the quality of time is what matters and not the quantity of time. Make sure to spend a lot of time together. Try to be together and do things jointly. If you don’t have much time to spend together because of your hectic schedule, then try a fun date at the grocery store. It may not be the perfect romantic getaway but still you can focus on each other, talk and really enjoy being together.
- Revive romance in bed: Staying intimate and passionately connected is the surest thing you can do for a long lasting marriage. Most couples these days suffer from low sex drive and some experts suggest that putting sex back on your radar can help each other to rekindle romance.
- Communicate differently: What most partners don't understand is that people have a tendency to communicate differently. The important tip for everlasting marriage is trying to find ways to help your partner share feelings and try to work out problems together. Try to be a communicator yourself and make it a rule to never let anger last for more than a day. Always make sure you resolve issues before going to bed.
- Engage in humour: Laughing can be the best solution if you’re facing problems and having some crisis. Laughter is the most important way of experiencing joy and exhilaration. It helps to resolve stress and it even tries to enhance the physiological functioning of the body. Try to inject humour in your everyday activities such as sharing some giggles about things that happened during the day or at work. You can even try an out of the blue hug or unexpected peck on the cheek every now and then.
- Give your partner space: Alone time is important. Couple's don't really need to be together all the time. Whenever your partner needs some space, it doesn't mean he doesn’t love you anymore. Spending alone time doesn’t mean that your partner is having problems with you. Most couple prefer personal space at home such as wanting to spend time reading, watching TV or doing some extra work without anyone troubling him/her.
Which other tips do you think should be on this list? Share your thoughts with us below.
There will be a seventh season of 'The Vampire Diaries', but lead character, Elena Gilbert, will not be returning to show
Imagine 'The Vampire Diaries' without Nina Dobrev who plays Elena Gilbert on show.
Nina announced her exit from the CW drama series on Monday afternoon.
The much loved star will exit the show by the end of the show's sixth season.
"I've just spent the most beautiful weekend on Lake Lanier in Georgia with my own TVD Family, the cast and crew of The Vampire Diaries. I want to be the first to tell you that it wasn't just a holiday celebration, it was a goodbye party," - She wrote.
"I always knew I wanted Elena's story to be a six-season adventure, and within those six years I got the journey of a lifetime. I was a human, a vampire, a doppelganger, a crazy immortal, a doppelganger pretending to be human, a human pretending to be a doppelganger.
I got kidnapped, killed, resurrected, tortured, cursed, body-snatched, was dead and undead, and there's still so much more to come before the season finale in May. Elena fell in love not once, but twice, with two epic soulmates, and I myself made some of the best friends I'll ever know and built an extended family I will love forever.
There's more to come before we wrap this up, and I promise you'll get to hear all about my experiences over the next month as we approach the season finale (I have given an exclusive interview for the June issue of SELF Magazine that I am excited for you to see!), but until then I invite you to hop on the roller coaster ride that is Elena Gilbert's life and join me as I celebrate her and prepare to say goodbye to her — and to my work family — as I move on to the next chapter of my life.
I want to share this goodbye with all of you (this weekend's pictures were just the beginning). You, the wonderful fandom who gave more love, support and passion than anyone could have ever imagined seven years ago, when a young Degrassi girl from Canada showed up in LA to audition for 'thatTwilight TV show.' ;-) I love you all. Fasten your seatbelts. If you think you know what's coming, you don't."
Elena Gilbert's exit comes after the exit of her on-screen brother, Steven R. McQueen.
What will the show be without Elena? Fans would just have to wait for that.
On his wife's birthday, the top comedian gave her a Rolex watch.
Comedian, musician and actor Julius Agwu turns 42 as he celebrates his birthday today, April 7, 2015.
The funny man who started cracking people's ribs from childhood has received loads of messages from friends and well wishers on the social media platforms. Celebs such as Jimmy Jatt, Darey, Samklef, and others have sent out their birthday wishes to the multi-talented entertainer.
Julius Agwu has also congratulated himself in a humourous manner by addressing himself in the first person. "This is a BIG Birthday Shoutout to this guy. May Almighty God grant u favour in all u do, enrich and uplift u, bless ur new age and renew HIS grace upon ur life... May He strengthen and protect ur family, Bless all ur #Fans #Friends & #Foes and continue to make u an #inspiration to ur #generation in Jesus Name #Amen #HappyBirthdayToMe" posted the 'Genius' on Instagram.
Julius Agwu is also an author and dabbled into politics last year.
Happy birthday to Julius D'Genius.
Mariah Carey, Nick Cannon Couple get back together for their kids
By Unknown - Tuesday, April 07, 2015
However sources say the couple will never reconcile despite meeting once a week.
The Grammy winner posted a photo of the couple at the Bronx Zoo with their kids and captioned: “Happy Easter!!! #ontheegghunt #Nyiswild.”
Sources say there is no reconciliation between Maria and Nick despite they talk every day.
TMZ reports that they also try to see each other once a week, sometimes with the kids and other times alone because they've become friends again.
They both feel they're better off as friends, reports the site.
They both feel they're better off as friends, reports the site.
Timi Dakolo who is currently working on a new album titled 'Love and Consequences' also spoke about what marriage has brought to him.
Award winning singer Timi Dakolo says that three years of marriage has made him a better man. Speaking to Encomium Weekly, Timi who celebrated his third wedding anniversary with his wife Busola on March 31, 2015 spoke about his three years of marriage, and the things marriage has taught him.
"It feels great. It's a journey. We are learning more and more about each other as the days go by. Praying for God's hand to always be upon our union. And more joy, understanding and happiness until we grow old" said Timi Dakolo when asked how it feels celebrating three years of marriage.
Timi Dakolo who is currently working on a new album titled 'Love and Consequences' also spoke about what marriage has brought to him. "It has brought me a lot of favour and goodness from Good and man. It has made me a better man, taught me to be more responsible."
The soul singer mentioned that the highest point of his marriage was the birth of his kids. "The highest point in my marriage has been the birth of my kids, and each time they say 'daddy', it strikes a chord within me words can't explain. I love my kids very much."
On the day of their third anniversary, Timi Dakolo sent out a lovely message to his wife and Instagram. "Because its our anniversary ....You are melody in my music and songs that i sing...So when Forever ends and starts all over Again, You will remain both my main and side chic."
Oba Of Lagos ‘Oba Akiolu is the father of all,’ Chief explains what monarch told Igbos
By Unknown - Tuesday, April 07, 2015
Oba Akiolu became the centre of controversy after he said that any Igbo person who doesn’t vote for All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Akinwunmi Ambode would die in the Lagoon.
The Opeluwa of Lagos, Chief Aderibigbe Ajose has attempted to clarify the statement made concerning the Igbos in the state by the Oba of Lagos, Rilwan Akiolu.
Oba Akiolu became the centre of controversy after he said that any Igbo person who doesn’t vote for All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Akinwunmi Ambode would die in the Lagoon.
Chief Ajose however said, in a statement released on Monday, April 6, that the Oba had only referred to the Lagoon as part of the tradition of Lagos.
The statement reads:
“Last Sunday, all honorary Eze Ndigbos in Lagos paid a courtesy call to HRM Oba Akiolu. At the meeting the visitors praised the Oba for his fatherly support for and cooperation with Igbos in. Lagos. They assured him of their continued good neighborliness with other tribes in Lagos and support everything that’ll further strengthen that harmony.”
“Oba Akiolu, on his part, acknowledged the enviable performance of Governor (Babatunde) Fashola and his contribution to the growth of investments in Lagos.”
“He gave the assurance that he is not disturbed or angry with South-East and South- South votes for President Jonathan as perceived by the Eze Ndigbos. The Obas thereafter called on the Igbos chiefs to show appreciation to Lagos State by supporting his candidate Mr. Ambode for continuity of excellence as they have earlier promised.”
“He assured them of his continued support and assistance where needed and the meeting ended with the traditional breaking of kolas, alligator pepper, and bitter kola and pouring of liberation on the ground.”
“It was within this context that that the tradition of Lagos, with regard to the lagoon, came up. It was noted that whoever works against the throne and the interest and peaceful co-existence of Lagos would end up in the lagoon as per tradition.”
“Oba Akiolu stated further that the Igbo people have not betrayed the throne. Lagos has also not betrayed the Igbo people. Lagos has done so much to make the Igbos comfortable and to prosper. For this, we expect reciprocal respect and understanding.”
“The Oba of Lagos prays that the Lagoon and the throne will continue to bless and protect all those who reside and visit Lagos. Oba Akiolu is the father of all irrespective of tribe, religion or political persuasion.”
The Oba's comments have attracted strong criticism with the PDP accusing him of playing God in the affairs of Lagos State.
Genevieve Nnaji shares this 'daring' photo other celebrities would think twice or never think of doing
Genevieve Nnaji is one stunning lady!
The stylish actress took a bold beauty move which made her love her even more when she posted a recent picture on her 'gram.
Nnaji shared a no makeup photo of herself rocking her natural/unretouched hair, the star shared the bold natural look via her Instagram page.
Unlike other 'filter loving', 'face beat to perfection', 'hair on fleek' loving celebrities, the actress chose to post a natural look with 'no airs' and she looked good!
Even more reasons to love the actress, no?
After being disfigured in pay back acid attack, Convicted Rapist spared jail time
By Unknown - Tuesday, April 07, 2015
Donny Ray Williams, a former congressional aide and Obama staffer was spared jail time last Friday April 4th after he pleaded guilty to drugging and sexually assaulting two women, including a former intern. He was spared jail time because sometime in 2013, someone attacked him with acid that left him disfigured for life. Guess the court figured he had received enough punishment because many believe the acid attack was a pay back for the rapes, though he claims the boyfriend of a woman he was dating did it to him.
According to reports, Donny Ray Williams, who was once a staffer for the Senate Homeland Security subcommittee, slipped Ambien into the drink of an intern in 2010 before having sex with her while she lay unconscious. That same year, he had sex with a woman too inebriated to give her consent, prosecutors say.
Despite admitting his guilt in December, D.C. prosecutors on Friday asked that Williams be spared prison time because he is himself the victim of a crime - the effects of which will mar the remainder of his life, Washington Post reports.
The decision to give Williams a suspended jail sentence and 5 years probation - which Judge Robert E. Morin reluctantly agreed to - came despite one of his victim's request he be given 'some jail time.'
'He gave me a random dose of drugs and risked my life,' the woman argued in a letter read in D.C. Superior Court last week.
The woman had just moved to Washington as an intern. She initially warmed to Williams because she believed he could help her get a leg up on Capitol Hill.
'After the assault, I moved away, and he continued to harass me and threatened me to drop the charges. This crime has caused me fear, pain and a financial burden,' she wrote.
The other woman Williams raped was not present for the sentencing, during which Judge Morin said Williams 'was a victim of an independent crime and has serious medical issues.'
Williams' own attack occurred in 2013 as he walked down a Washington street.
A man approached him and tossed acid in his face that dripped down his body, he told the Post.
'I thought I was going to die,' Williams recalled
Massive second and third-degree burns put him in the hospital for two months, blinded him in one eye and nearly blinded him in the other.
Williams believes the jealous boyfriend of a woman he was dating was behind the assault, the Post reports.
Much of his face is now gnarled and disfigured and he currently has a massive lump at the top of his skull where doctors have surgically implanted a rod that stretches his skin in order to promote healing.
He's undergone some 20 surgeries and still faces more 'life threatening surgeries.
Source: Washington Post/UK Daily Mail
Garissa University Attack Kenya military 'destroys' al-Shabab camps
By Unknown - Tuesday, April 07, 2015
Kenya Defence Forces spokesman David Obonyo said on Monday, that the mission was part of efforts to stop fighters from those camps carrying out cross-border raids into Kenya.
In the wake of the attacks which were carried out on Garissa University by Islamic fundamentalist group, al-Shabab, the Kenyan military has announced that it has destroyed 2 of the terrorist group's camps in Somalia.
Al Jazeera reports that jets pounded the camps in the Gedo region of Somalia on Sunday.
Kenya Defence Forces spokesman David Obonyo said on Monday, that the mission was part of efforts to stop fighters from those camps carrying out cross-border raids into Kenya.
While pointing out that cloud cover made it difficult to estimate the death toll, he however noted that the military's aerial images showed that the camps had been completely destroyed.
In a swift response however, al-Shabab's military operations spokesman, Sheikh Abdiasis Abu Musab debunked the claims and told the Reuters news agency that none of its camps were damaged in Sunday's raid, and that the fighter jets had instead struck farmland.
Last June, Kenyan fighter jets attacked 2 bases belonging to al-Shabab fighters in Somalia, killing at least 80 of them, according to African Union (AU) peacekeeping troops deployed there.
Terrorist group, al-Shabab has carried out a series of attacks on Kenya of what the group feels is the country's intervention. In 2013, it attacked Westgate Mall in Nairobi killing 67 people and last Thursday, armed men from the group raided the Garissa University College campus killing 148 people.
Tayo Sobola was pictured with friends at an undisclosed beach in Lagos, having fun and enjoying the sun.
Yesterday, April 6, 2015 millions of people spent their Easter holiday with friends and family, and generally enjoying the public holiday.
Yoruba actress Tayo Sobola was also not left out in the holiday celebration. The actress took time off movie sets and rehearsals to enjoy Easter.
Tayo Sobola was pictured with friends at an undisclosed beach in Lagos, having fun and enjoying the sun.
Airport Cleaner has denied claims made of her receiving N12M cash from TREM church
By Unknown - Tuesday, April 07, 2015
"I was at TREM for the Easter service but it is not true they gave me N12 million. I got a call from TREM asking me to come for their service. It is a lie that I was given N12m. I did not even see the report" she told Encomium magazine.
But she refused to say how much was given to her, only saying that of all that was offered to her, prayer was the most important to her "Prayer matters most. That is the most important thing to me. Any other thing might follow. That prayer is the most important" she said
Story By- Uchechukwu Ukwueme-Duru
Students of the Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUT MINNA) are not happy over the condition of their union’s official vehicle. The vehicle has been abandoned for over two months by Students’ Union officials, reports UCHECHUKWU EKWUEME-DURU (400-Level Industrial Technology Education).
WhAT is the state of the official bus given to the Students’ Union Government (SUG) of the Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUT MINNA) in Niger State? This is the question students are seeking an answer to from management.
The condition of the 2000 model Toyota Sienna is generating ripples, following an allegation that it has been in bad shape since the school resumed last year.
The bus, CAMPUSLIFE gathered, was donated to the union by Governor Aliyu Babangida Muazu three years ago, when the then union leaders had an accident with the 2002 Honda Civic official vehicle.
Students were prompted to ask questions when the union officials could not use the bus for functions on campus. The bus, students alleged, may have been in bad shape because of improper maintenance.
Some students claimed that the bus engine has been damaged by the carelessness of union leaders. Some alleged that the bus could not be repaired, adding that this may be why it was abandoned at the Students’ Union office.
“The current state of this 12-seater bus is not only discouraging, but also annoying,” a Chemistry student said, adding: “The car has been parked and abandoned for two months.”
When CAMPUSLIFE visited the union building to assess the condition of the vehicle, our reporter found dents on it. A patch of engine oil spread under the vehicle. Also, there was dirt underneath the bus, indicating that it may have been grounded for long. The upholstery was also covered with dirt.
Students criticised the union officials for poor maintenance, asking the SUG to repair the bus or face students’ wrath.
A SUG official, Justice Nwaigwe, a 400-Level-Physics student, told CAMPUSLIFE why the bus was abandoned for so long. “We have been explaining to students why the bus is left in the condition it is. We feel the pain more than the rest of our colleagues. We know it does not speak well about the union, especially under our leadership, but
WhAT is the state of the official bus given to the Students’ Union Government (SUG) of the Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUT MINNA) in Niger State? This is the question students are seeking an answer to from management.
The condition of the 2000 model Toyota Sienna is generating ripples, following an allegation that it has been in bad shape since the school resumed last year.
The bus, CAMPUSLIFE gathered, was donated to the union by Governor Aliyu Babangida Muazu three years ago, when the then union leaders had an accident with the 2002 Honda Civic official vehicle.
Students were prompted to ask questions when the union officials could not use the bus for functions on campus. The bus, students alleged, may have been in bad shape because of improper maintenance.
Some students claimed that the bus engine has been damaged by the carelessness of union leaders. Some alleged that the bus could not be repaired, adding that this may be why it was abandoned at the Students’ Union office.
“The current state of this 12-seater bus is not only discouraging, but also annoying,” a Chemistry student said, adding: “The car has been parked and abandoned for two months.”
When CAMPUSLIFE visited the union building to assess the condition of the vehicle, our reporter found dents on it. A patch of engine oil spread under the vehicle. Also, there was dirt underneath the bus, indicating that it may have been grounded for long. The upholstery was also covered with dirt.
Students criticised the union officials for poor maintenance, asking the SUG to repair the bus or face students’ wrath.
A SUG official, Justice Nwaigwe, a 400-Level-Physics student, told CAMPUSLIFE why the bus was abandoned for so long. “We have been explaining to students why the bus is left in the condition it is. We feel the pain more than the rest of our colleagues. We know it does not speak well about the union, especially under our leadership, but
In the new single, Shatta Wale calls himself "Ghana and Africa's Dancehall Messiah," with claims he is an offspring of Reggae legend Bob Marley and compares himself to Martin Luther King Jnr., Haile Selassie, Tupac Shakur, and Steve Biko
Top Ghanaian reggae act, Shatta Wale comes with this new joint titled 'Dancehall Messiah' The jam is thrilling as it gets one nodding to the Dancehall beats.
In the new single, Shatta Wale calls himself "Ghana and Africa's Dancehall Messiah," with claims he is an offspring of Reggae legend Bob Marley and compares himself to Martin Luther King Jnr., Haile Selassie, Tupac Shakur, and Steve Biko on the song.
Is Shatta truly a dancehall messiah? Download, listen & share your thoughts.
