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– The artists are enraged by the demolition of the Artists’ Village at the National Arts Theatre, Lagos – Artists claim the demolition is a vendetta – There has been calls for punishment of policeman that shot an artist during protests at the theatre L-R: Poet Odia Ofeimum, Nobel Laureate Prof Wole Soyinka, filmmaker Mamood Alli- Balogun Professor Wole Soyinka has called for a holistic investigation, compensation and punishment where appropriate over the demolition of the Artists’ Village located on the expanse of land of the National Arts Theatre Iganmu. The Nobel laureate, who was visibly furious, asked for an enquiry into the demolition and shooting of an artist by armed policemen in the presence of the director general of the National Arts Theatre, Mallam Yusuf Kabiru Yar’dua. The Artists Village was demolished on Saturday, January 23, allegedly on the orders of the Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed.   FG Will Not Sell N...

— The 11th episode of TECNO Own The Stage, which went on air on Sunday, January 24 –Harrysong thrilled the audience with a perfect performance with his hit song Raggae Blues As the first karaoke show in Nigeria is being rounded up, top artists have shown their support on the show. Falz the bad guy performed at episode 10 and now in 11, Harry Song wowed the appreciative audience with his hit single ‘Reggae-Blues.’ The show went on air on Sunday, January 24 with Vimbai Mutinhiri hosting solo in the absence of her co-host, Uti Nwachukwu. With $25,000, a recording deal, and a brand new TECNO Phantom 5 smartphone up for grabs, Sunday’s episode also showcased what the four contestants left in the contest planned on doing with their prize money should they end up claiming first place at February 7’s Grand Finale. Nandy said she had no idea yet what she would end up doing with what was “a lot of money” while Sikin said she would, amongst other things, get a microphone...

Comedian AY has stated that he is not quitting comedy yet  – He refutes claims that he might soon be dropping comedy for music  – He recently recorded a song with A-lists Olamide, Yemi Alade, Iyanya and others File photo of Comedian AY . Speaking exclusively to Hip TV, the comedian said he only recently worked on a music project but is not quitting comedy for music.   Tragic! How movie star died at 94 “This is more like a project,” he said. He also added that the music was made to represent motherhood. “This is a project for Premier Music. We are involved because it represents motherhood. Not that AY is going to grab the mic and start singing. No.” He further added that the project was put in place to stand up for mothers, appreciate mothers and tell the world about our super mums. See full interview below:   Why Skales has not worked with Wizkid and Banky W Ayodeji Richard Makun  is an award-winning comedian and actor. H...

– Tolulope Labinjo marries in Lagos – She holds traditional marriage – Nollywood celebrities attended her wedding Tolulope Labinjo Big, bold and beautiful Nollywood actress Tolulope Labinjo is married. Labinjo on Saturday, January 23 exchanged marital vows with her fiancé Ransom Polote in Lagos Their traditional wedding ceremony was held at Nouveau Event Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. The event had top socialites as well as her colleagues in her attendance. Tolu and beau Ransom Polote The well-endowed dark skinned plus sized actress has been in the industry for close to a decade and has featured in several popular movies including Dewunmi Iberu, Agbomojo, Simisola Otelemuye, Onome Aganga, Etekete, Wendy among others. She has produced some movies among them Apeje, Ika Lokunrin, Tara and her latest Ifemide which was released on August 24, 2015. Congratulations to the couple.   Geraldine Iheme Holds Introduction C...

It is not every day that Nigerians get to see and interact with their favourite celebrities for free. But some Nigerians in Port Harcourt, Lagos and Abeokuta were lucky to spend time top Mavin Crew pop artiste, Sidney Esiri aka Dr Sid, Five Star Music artiste, Kingsley Okonkwo aka Kcee and Afeez Oyetoro aka Saka yesterday, January 12. The popular acts made surprise visits to the MTN mega centres to encourage subscribers on the MTN network to register their mobile SIM cards in line with Nigeria Communications Commission (NCC) directive. In Port Harcourt, Kcee was on ground at the 3 mega centres in the city, where he interacted with the subscribers, encouraging them to update and validate their SIM information. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter In Lagos, Dr Sid visited the mega registration centre in Festac. The excited customers were thrilled when the artiste stepped into the venue and announced that he’ll be registering subscribers himself all day. Saka who...

Nollywood youngster Olamide David is dead. Olamide David Throwing Nollywood into another mood of mourning, the young Nollywood actor who played the lead role in Foluke Daramola-Salako’s movie, Cobweb died few hours ago in Lagos. Nollywood actress Foluke Daramola-Salako who could not bear the demise of her young actor took to her Instagram handle posting a picture of the boy with the caption: “ Death! Where is your string? Olamide David, my lead character in Cobweb, why does it have to be now? Why why why ?”   Foluke Daramola-Salako Reveals Her Weakness And Plans She Has To Handle It See her post below: However, a family member revealed that on Sunday, January 17, Olamide was playing football with his friends when he was mistakenly kicked in the stomach by another player. He fell to the ground and subsequently complained pains. Olamide David was then rushed to Ikeja General Hospital, Lagos where he gave up the ghost. The young Noll...

President Muhammadu Buhari has appointed Mr Muhammad Abdallah as the new boss of the National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). President Muhammadu Buhari The Secretary to Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, made the announcement in a statement released in Abuja on January 18, 2016. The statement says that the appointment which takes effect from January 11 will be for a first term of five years.   Bode George’s Wife Appointed Chairman Of NDLEA It reads in part: “ Abdallah, a retired Lieutenant Colonel in the Nigeria Army, has a Certificate of Education from Nigeria Defence Academy in 1977, a Bachelor’s Degree in American Politics and Government from Sam Houston State University, Huntville, Texas, USA in 1989, an M. A. Public Administration, LLB and LLM Degrees from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria 2005 and 2011 respectively and Bachelor of Law from the Nigeria Law School in 2006. “Abdallah is a Professional Security Officer w...

  It sounds like that rumored Victorious reunion isn't going to happen after all, since Victoria Justice doesn't think she'll work with Ariana Grande again. Before rumors of a feud between the two stars ramp up again, check out what Victoria said about Ariana recently – and there was no shade thrown, just a perfectly reasonable explanation for why it's probably not in the cards for them to be co-stars again. ETOnline spoke with Victoria at the recent MTV Movie Awards , where she was asked about working with Ariana again and explained: "I think we're kind of both on our own separate paths right now." She added, "I've been more focused on acting and she's doing her singing thing and doing awesome." Then again, Ariana is returning to acting with her upcoming role on Scream Queens ...so she's not just all about the music. Earlier this year, Victoria cleared up any rumors of a feud between herself and Ariana , but ke...

Twelve persons, including a pastor of Christ Embassy, Lawrence Ohimare, have been abducted by unknown gunmen in Bayelsa state. Ohimare, the pastor of the church’s branch in Brass area of the state, and 11 others were heading for Yenagoa, the state capital when the kidnappers hijacked their speedboat, The Punch reports. A source, Pastor Eriye Tumeni said they don’t have detailed information but the boat took off around 7am this morning from the Twon-Brass jetty, enroute Nembe. It was waylaid by the gunmen just after the Obama rice farm in Nembe and diverted to the Okoroma creeks. “ As I am speaking with you, we have yet to hear from the abductors or from the pastor (Ohimare) since then. The wife of the pastor is completely devastated and had to be attended to. She is in a state of mind that cannot be explained. “Since we received the news, I have called the divisional police officer in  Nembe, the Bayelsa commissioner of police, the JTF commander and all other...

President Muhammadu Buhari, who is currently in United Arab Emirates (UAE) for World Future Energy Summit, has met with the Secretary-General of the United Nations, Ban Ki Moon on January 18. President Buhari with Yousif Alnowais Chairman and MD Arab Development, Hussein Matar Director/Business developer Alnowais Investments and Wale Tinubu, Group Chief Executive Officer Oando Plc at the Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi. Buhari was speaking about the progress Nigeria did in the war against the deadly Boko Haram group since his assumption of office on May 29, 2015. The Nigerian leader stated that in cooperation with the Multinational Joint Task Force, the Nigerian Armed Forces have wiped out the sect from the country into “fall-back positions”. He said: “ They are currently not holding any territory today as we speak .”   Buhari To Visit UAE Buhari also told Ban Ki Moon that Nigeria will continually pursue world action to reverse the drying up of Lake Chad and ...

Nigerian rapper Tesh Carter has finally denied claims of her going braless to promote her single, Kilofe. The music diva who was away for a while to round up her education is back for good.  In this exclusive  interview with blizzvibe.blogspot.com , she talks about her music career and rise to fame.  Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Tell us more about Tesh Carter? My full name is Teshoma Jacqueline Omagbitse. I was born on the February 18, 1992, which makes me 23 years old. I am from Delta State. I attended St Gloria’s Nursery and Primary school Lagos, Turaki International School, Kaduna (primary), Zamani College Kaduna (secondary), and Smc University Switzerland where I did my bachelors degree in Business and Management. Where were you born and raised? I was born in Onitsha. My mum happened to be in that environment before she gave birth. Then spent a few years of my childhood in Lagos before we moved to Kaduna in 1997. Being a kid, it w...

Kukere singer Iyanya, who only late last year was flaunting his love for Freda Francis on social media, may have called it quits on that relationship. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Iyanya and Freda Francis Based on his latest activities on social media, it seems the sexy heartthrob has broken up with his Abuja based beautician girlfriend. The Oreo singer has unfollowed Francis on Instagram and deleted all her pictures from his wall. READ ALSO:   Watch Iyanya Defining His Relationship With Freda Francis, Yvonne Nelson (VIDEO) blizzvibe.blogspot.com had previously observed during the Calabar Carnival in December 2015, that Francis, unlike at previous events since they started dating, was missing from her boo’s side. Her absence was especially marked seeing as Iyanya is an ambassador of the carnival. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Iyanya, Freda Francis, Annie Idibia and 2Face Idibia during Annie’s birthday Prior ...

Following the extensive letter written by 9ice’s estranged wife and baby mama, Tony Payne revealing how she and the famous Nigerian music artist have forgiven one another, 9ice has boldly come to say, he is happy his wife has forgiven him. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter 9ice and Tony Payne at their wedding In an interview with Punch, 9ice disclosed how extremely happy and fulfilled he feels as Tony Payne has forgiven him. Adding that despite their separation, they always keep in touch with each other.   Toni Payne Writes Emotional Piece On Breakup With 9ice He said: “ I saw the write-up my ex-wife posted on the internet where she wrote that she has forgiven me after six years. It is a very good development and I am happy she had forgiven me after all these years. Contrary to public opinion we have been friends all these while. The most important thing is that even when things are not working or they are not the way they should seem with a person, you should end...

Just two weeks after controversial Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh Churchill sent out comforting words to those who are heartbroken, she speaks on how many times she crashed and had to rise up. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Tonto Dikeh Few minutes ago, Tonto Dikeh who is currently awaiting the arrival of her first child took to her Instagram page posting a picture of herself on a flight with the caption: “ The battles that we battled and bruised, and now we’ve shattered up our hearts of tin too. I was broken. There were a lot of times I stumbled and crashed. When I was only down to my last chance, so many times I was so convinced that I was over. But I had to rise above it all I’m grateful for the Stars they made me appreciate the Sun. I’m grateful for the Wrong ones that made me appreciate the Right ones .”   Tonto Dikeh Sends Love To The Heartbroken “ I’m grateful for the Pain, for everything that made me Brave. I’m grateful for every years cos they got me h...