Legendary Reggae musician, Majekodunmi Fasheke, popularly known as Majek Fashek, has passed away at the age of 57. The singer is known for popular for hits such as Send Down the Rain, So Long for Too Long, Little patience among others. His manager, Omenka Uzoma confirmed his death while speaking to BBC. According to him, the singer died in his sleep in New York. On Instagram, Mr Uzoma said it was “a time for us all to celebrate his achievements, and not mourn”. Majek Fashek had been sick for some time but the cause of his death is still unknown. In…
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A series of tweets from a prominent black film executive revealed that the film charity mis-took the identity of a Black British film producer in an obituary which they plagiarised. Emmanuel Anyiam-Osigwe MBE, the founder of the British Urban Film Festival has condemned BAFTA for declaring their solidarity for the black community after he produced contradictory evidence relating to the publication of his obituary of Victor Adebodun – an award-winning Black British film and television producer (The Intent, Venus vs Mars) who died in April 2018 aged 33. The film charity’s official Twitter page shared a post yesterday in response…
Jeans is one fashion staple that is always in vogue. In today’s edition of ‘Who wore it better?’, we would be looking at two amazing ladies showing us how to rock jeans like a boss chic. Media personality, Toke Makinwa is known to be an A-list dresser. She steps up in a spagetti top on jeans with embellishments. Striking a pose on her heels, she looks stunning as she rocks a beaded bag. https://www.instagram.com/p/B7Jv-hpFSvg/ Content creator, Chinyere Adogu pairs a purple sweater with boyfriend jeans. For a classy look, she wears sunglasses and carried a designer’s bag. https://www.instagram.com/p/B-XGtUBJvpM/ Whose style…
Nigerian comedian, Ayo Makun, popularly known as AY is set for video on demand release of his blockbuster movie, ‘Merry Men 2’. According to him, the second part of the ‘Merry Men’ movie will premiere exclusively on streaming giant, Netflix come June 5, 2020. It would be joining the list of Nollywood titles coming to Netflix this June. The 2019 blockbuster tells the story of four Lagos playboys who show dangerous signs of shrugging off their roguish pasts and settling down. It features Ramsey Nouah, Folarin ‘Falz’ Falana, Jim Iyke, William Uchemba, Ireti Doyle among others continues the adventures of the…
A lady’s makeup says a lot about her. If it is too much, it makes her appear like she is trying too hard. Makeup is an art. It has to be flawless for the best results or else you would look clownish. Quality makeup products, knowing your skin types among others are things to note to get your make up game right. To achieve flawless skin finish makeup, follow these steps: Moisturise Start with your make up base or primer. A mattifying oil-free primer would be a good option. The next thing is to prep then prep again. Face…
With so many things competing for ones time, if this is improperly managed, you may end up getting nothing done. The mind is a battlefield constantly battling with processing the right information. There are so many distractions hindering productivity. To be fully in charge and function optimally, here are 4 tips to help declutter your mind at work: *Take breaks Try to take as many breaks as you can during the day. You can take a walk, get some fresh air, grab a coffee, gist with a friend or even change your seating position. You don’t want to end up…
Veteran Nigerian actress, Genevieve Nnaji has reacted to the death of a 17-year-old girl called Tina Ezekwe who was shot dead around the Berger area in Lagos and Vera Uwaila, the 22-year-old 100Level student of Microbiology at the University of Benin, who was brutally raped and killed inside a church. The death of the teenage girl has sparked a public outrage with many calling out the police force and demanding justice for the deceased. Reacting to the issues, Genevieve Nnaji took to social media and directed her anger at the police for their act of brutality that gun down the…
According to reports, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have hired the service of a top-notch security firm that charges up to £7,000 (N3,348,174) daily. The couple, who now live in Los Angeles with their son Archie, are using the GDBA security company, owned by Gavin De Baker, who served as security chief for President Ronald Reagan. The security provider also has a good relationship with Oprah Winfrey. Gavin De Baker’s security company is known to provide services for top clients such as Amazon bos Jeff Bezos, Tom Hanks, Jennifer Lawrence, Madonna, Cher, and Barbra Streisand. A source told the Sunday Mirror that: “Harry…
Following the death of Vera Uwaila, a 22-year-old lady, who was raped and murdered in a Redeem Christian Church of God in Benin State, many Nigerians have come out to condemn the dastardly act. As the hashtag #justiceforuwa trends on Twitter, they demand for justice that the perpetrators be made to face the law. Vera Uwaila was said to have visited the RCCG, Edo Province 10, Ikpoba Hill, Benin to read on Wednesday, May 27, 2020. She was reported to be in the church auditorium when some men attacked her, raped her, hit her head with a fire extinguisher cylinder…
Follow, As the spirit calls Like a water restless The song of a warrior. Rise, With the call of the wind Let valour call to you The cry of a ready hunter. Come, We lift our knives Charging into the waiting battle Today we live or die Mother nature will tell. Strike, The head of the enemy Pierce the heart before you For to live or die is divine. As one, Let the flames of divinity roar That your hands be taught war Lift, lift the knife, Your brother you must pierce For the price of riches. Abasiama Udom is a Poet and Writer with words scattered…