Rihanna sued

 
Has Rihanna crossed the line? Well that’s what her former bodyguard seems to think. According to gossip site TMZ, Geoffrey Keating has filed a lawsuit in Ireland.

He claims that Riri made "nauseatingly offensive" and false statemenst about him in an email to him and his partner last July. Rihanna apparently also made offensive statements to Keating’s sister in a phone call.

I Have Never Campaigned For Any Politician--Omotola Jolade-Ekeinde Rages

Omotola Jolade-Ekeinde is still one of the most influential ladies on earth, according to Times Magazine in 2013. The actress has the reputation of not keeping quiet whenever she is bullied online and would always bully back.

Omosexy is also known and respect her for being an exceptional lady.

Last week, Omotola informed her audience that she is not among those who are looking for favours from the government for pleasure or business and should not be linked to such.

Speaking, the respected screen goddess said, “Somebody on a blog a few days ago wrote that there are Nollywood personalities who are friends with politicians, sharing the national cake together. I, Omotola, have never campaigned or partied with any government, so don’t mention my name among those who do that. I have suffered enough for refusing to party with them and take ‘Ghana Must Go’ back home, so don’t let me suffer more.”

The pretty mother of four added that, “If, as an entertainer, you want to be friends with politicians, do so without aligning your brand with whatever the politicians stand for”.

NIMC Declares National e-ID Cards Ready

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has announced that the electronic national identity cards it was producing are now ready and would soon be rolled out.

The Director Corporate Communications, Mr Anthony Okwudiafor, who confirmed this, said that the Card would be formally launched by President Goodluck Jonathan.
According to him, the launching would be an important development and would usher in the formal and comprehensive identification of Nigerians and legal residents with the e-ID card embedded with the National Identification Number (NIN).
The director however explained that part of the reasons why the launch of the New National e-Identity card was delayed is to allow Nigerians understand and appreciate the difference between the National Identification Number (NIN) and the National ID Cards.
“Part of the reasons why we delayed the roll out of the Cards is because we deliberately meant to separate and distinguish between the National Identification Number (NIN) which is a person’s identity in the strict sense of the Universal Identification Infrastructure and the National ID-Cards which will carry the National Identification Number (NIN).”
Mr. Okwudiafor said while the Commission worked on addressing the cynicism which followed the past National Identity Card projects, research findings showed that there was need to distinguish between the NIN and the New ID Card in the minds of Nigerians.
He also explained that the Commission therefore delayed the Card launch, in order to allow Nigerians know that the unique identifier is not the Card which can always be replaced when it is lost, but the NIN, which would always remain the same, even when the card is lost and replaced are different, but the ID card carries the National Identification Number.

Racist fan that threw banana at Dani Alves

A brilliant response to a racist fan that threw banana at Dani Alves at a Barcelona’s match at Villarreal went viral.
Brazilian striker Dani Alves picked up the banana thrown at him by a racist fan in the middle of the match, and ate it making it the most amazing reaction to such action ever.

Later on he went to explain it on Twitter:


And after that, his girlfriend posted a tweet with her whole family:

Dani Alves is known for being a repeated victim of such racist attacks. He has an amazing reaction to them: "It is a shame, as fans can like you or not, and there can be heated moments within games, but the crowd should just support their own team.”
He also adds that he faced this reaction at many games in Sevilla, in Spain, and he thinks that this thing cannot be stopped until some action is taken.

Photos: Say no to Racism, all in Support Of Barcelona's Dani Alves

After Barcelona defender Dani Alves ate the banana that was thrown at him, he started a revolution. Right now, it's taken over the social media.

The racist incident happened during Barcelona's match against Villarreal on Sunday, when a banana was thrown onto the pitch towards Dani Alves as he went to take a corner. Everyone was amazed as Dani picked it up, peeled it back and ate it. And since then, he has been receiving massive support against racism.

Speaking after the match Alves said:

"We have suffered this in Spain for some time, you have to take it with a dose of humour. We aren't going to change things easily. If you don't give it importance, they don't achieve their objective. I don’t know who it was, but thanks to whoever threw the banana, the potassium gave me the energy for the two crosses which led to a goal.”

The banana thrower has been identified and banned for life from games at the El Madrigal Stadium. The banana campaign for Alves has also gone viral. With even Davido sharing his own photo.

156 Companies Prosecuted For Submitting Fake Documents

Emeka Ezeh, the Director General of Bureau of Public Procurement, the BPP, stated the information about these 156 companies at a forum held with contractors, service providers and consultants of Ministries and Departments and Agencies of the Government.

The forum, was organized by the BPP to provide an update on the reform of public procurement system and in order to explain the Public Procurement Act signed in 2007 due to the fact that they influence the contractors and enhance the implementation of federal budget of government of 2014.

Director general of BPP, Emeka Ezeh
The identities of companies were not disclosed. Still, Ezeh added that 80% of the companies that dealt with the government were noticed in fraudulent activities.
According to the statement of director-general, those contractors decided to bid for higher paying contracts faster than the rest by submitting fake documents, instead of making sure that the country gets most value of execution of these contracts.
“We see all manner of fake documents such as false tax clearance certificate, PenCom Certificate of Compliance, false claim of personnel, false audited accounts and use of fake addresses and submission of fake bank statements,” he said.
Moreover, he added that there would be not enough space in prisons to accommodate for them if they all are put behind bars.
Ezeh and the Federal Government decided to create a database that would help in further struggles against corruption. This database will support the transparency, the accountability and the competition as well as value for money in public procurement.
The head of BPP stated that “As of April 24, 2014; 1,495 companies have started the registration process. Out of that number, only 158 have completed their registration.
Moreover, he added that no company will be able to do business with governmental MDA if its not registered in the database since the middle of June this year.

Shocking: Policeman Abducts And Brutalises 8 Year Old Girl

It’s really crazy and scary the rate at which officers that i meant to protect and guide the citizens of this country are abusing their powers, especially by sexually assaulting both minors and grown up women.

The residents of Olufowobi Street, Ketu, Lagos, were shocked to learn of an eight-year-old girl, Amarachi Abakwam, that was found tied up and brutalised under the bed of a policeman attached to Police Mobile Force 22.

The policeman, Augustine Gbuchenge, with Force number 400823, lived in the same compound with Amarachi’s family.

The father of the victim, Patrick, said that on the fateful day he had been looking everywhere for his daughter until they discovered her under Gbuchenge’s bed.

Read the report below: -

“There was power failure on that day so everywhere was dark. I asked after Amarachi but my wife said she was probably in our apartment sleeping.

“I was not satisfied with this explanation because my children don’t usually sleep early. When I went up, I did not see my daughter so we started asking around. Some little children in the compound then told me that Gbuchenge had called my daughter earlier to help him buy akara.

“I went to the policeman’s room to challenge him but he denied seeing my daughter so we continued looking everywhere. After sometime, the whole compound got involved in the search and all clues pointed to the policeman.”

Last Thursday, I returned from work around 7.30pm and met my children and wife outside. There was Patrick said he and the other neighbours challenged Gbuchenge again and an argument ensued.

 

He said Gbuchenge immediately stood up and threatened to go and tell his colleagues at the Ketu Police Division that he was being wrongly accused of abduction.

 

“Some moments later, I also stood up and headed for the police station to go and report the matter thinking I would meet the policeman there as well but I did not. After reporting the matter, a police corporal accompanied me back to my house,”

It was learnt that when they returned to the house, Gbuchenge was nowhere to be found and his room was locked.

“We were able to beam a torchlight through his window where we saw my daughter’s legs pointing out from under the bed,”

Neighbours were said to have rallied around and broken Gbuchenge’s door open.

 

When the little girl was finally pulled out from under the bed, she was bound by her hands and feet while a piece of cloth had been stuffed in her mouth.

 

Amarachi was said to have been bleeding profusely as she had sustained a broken skull.

 

She was subsequently taken to Gbagada General Hospital but due to the severity of her wound, she was referred to the Lagos Island General Hospital.

Narrating her ordeal, Amarachi said

 

“On that day, he (Gbuchenge) asked me to buy akara for him. After I returned, my mum asked me to go upstairs to do the dishes. As I was going, the man pulled me from behind and took me into his room.

“He then tied me up. He did not r*pe me. After sometime, my parents started shouting my name and calling me, the policeman used an iron to hit me in the head repeatedly and then pushed me under the bed and used clothes to cover me. Under the bed, I saw little children’s clothes.

“He then turned on his generator so that even if I tried to shout, no one would hear. After sometime, he left. I continued to hear my father’s voice and I struggled to push my leg from under the bed. That was how they saw me and rescued me.”

The Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, Ngozi Braide, confirmed the incident in a text message sent to Punch. She said efforts were on to determine if the suspect was indeed a policeman.

She said: - “I heard of the wicked act. MOPOL 22, which is where the complainant claims the suspect works has been contacted. However, the commander in charge of MOPOL 22 said there was no person with such a name or identity in his squadron.

“Meanwhile, we have sent signals to other police departments and stations to ascertain if the man is actually a serving policeman. The act is inhuman and the suspect will never go unpunished

 

Yvonne Nelson Glamourously Sizzles In New Photoshoots

Popular and controversial Ghanaian actress cum producer, Yvonne Nelson recently glazed the latest edition of Y! Cultural magazine as the celebrity in its front cover page.

The actor talked about her work, businesses, career and her vision for the creative industry and where she sees Africa’s future.

The Ghanaian superstar, who stunned in the photos, was dapped in a green chic blazer outfit with black underpants/shorts. Accessorized with a chocolate brown and gold bracelets with a lovely side bangs hairdo, Yvonne was styled by ‘House of Cramer’ and her makeup was done by ‘Contours by Valerie’.

Photography was done by C. Asare in Ghana, and the creativity, art direction and profile was performed by Tunde Kara.
See more photos of Yvonne below.

Navy Impounds 285 Tonnes Of Stolen Crude Oil

Two barges carrying 285 tonnes of crude oil valued at N50 million were yesterday impounded off Bonny Island in Rivers State by the Nigerian Navy.

11 suspects were arrested, according to the Commanding Officer, Forward Operating Base, Bonny, Capt. Hassan Dogara, during a raid on 23 April.
55 tonnes out of the 285 tonnes suspected stolen crude oil was set ablaze. But the troops were able to save 230 tonnes because the barges were spilling the product into the creeks and polluting the environment.
“We intercepted and arrested two-wooden badges containing an estimated 230 tonnes of suspected crude oil during a routine patrol of our area of responsibility,” said Dogara.
“While our operatives approached the scene of the crime, the perpetrators’ escaped, but we were able to arrest 11 suspects afterwards, impounded five speed boats and five patrol engines.
“The barges which were filled to the brim, had several leakages, and so, spilled its content into the creeks and in the surrounding environment.
“In view of this development, troops quickly moved in and saved 230 tonnes; destroyed the barges with about 55 tonnes-leftover of the product to avoid further degradation of the environment,” he said.
He noted that 230 tonnes of the product were with the Navy, awaiting further directives from the Eastern Naval Command.
He said the Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Adm. Usman Jubrin, had ordered strategic deployment of troops on waterways to stop oil thieves, pipeline vandals and sea piracy.
The Navy, according to the commander, would therefore continue to conduct 24-hour surveillance of waterways to stop illegalities on the nation’s maritime domain and attacks on oil installations.

BREAKING: Amaka Igwe Is Dead

Dependable industry sources have confirmed to Nigeriafilms.com that veteran Nigerian filmmaker, Amaka Igwe is dead. The respected woman was pronounced dead in the early hours of Tuesday, April 29, 2014.

From information gathered by us, Amaka Igwe breathed her last after battling with Asthma attack.

She produced the popular comedy series, ‘Fuji House of Commotion’ and ‘Checkmate’.

Amaka Igwe is survived by her husband, Charles Igwe and children. She was aged 60.

Time Magazine honours Queen Bey

Queen Bey graces the cover of Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People issue. She joins heads of states and civil activists.

The publication unveiled its 11th annual “Time 100 Most Influential People in the World” issue yesterday (Thu 24 April), with major and controversial individuals from music, movies and politics, filling-up a large portion of the list.

New movie to feature Shuga star.

 
Oscar winner and most beautiful person of the year Lupita Nyongo’o is rumoured to be up for a big animated film role with 'The Jungle Book.' Scarlett Johansson, currently filming "The Avengers: Age of Ultron," has also joined the movie.

Nyong'o will play Rakcha, a mother wolf who adopts a young human boy named Mowgli. Johansson, meanwhile, will provide the voice of Kaa, a python who hypnotizes and eats other animals. Kaa is the second villain of the film, following the ferocious tiger Shere Khan, voiced by Idris Elba.

Family is everything needed!!! P.Square

This is coming after their elder brother/manager, Jude Okoye who initially posted a twitter message some days about him being done after 10 years of hard work took to twitter yesterday to post another message but this time a positive one which gave their fans hope that everything has been resolved between the Okoye brothers.
Jude Okoye who just got engaged yesterday wrote on twitter saying: ‘Family is everything indeed. Long live PSQUARE!‘…
Meanwhile aside Jude Okoye tweeting on the Psquare break-up, the twin brothers, Peter and Paul Okoye then Paul’s wife, Anita Isama also took to their twitter to write a message.
See tweets below

Family is everything indeed. Long live PSQUARE!
— IG: @Judeengees (@judeengees) April 25, 2014

PSQUARE! Stronger than Ever!!!
— PSQUARE. Nonso Okoye (@rudeboypsquare) April 25, 2014

FOREVER PSQUARE!
— Peter Okoye (@PeterPsquare) April 25, 2014

Those who put their trust in the Lord, will NEVER be put to shame!!! All glory to God Almighty!!! \\=D/ God is alive!!!! Prayer is the key!
— Anita Isama (@neetabella) April 25, 2014

Meanwhile according to sources, Peter Okoye who is tired of the ill-affection shown to his wife by his family reportedly gave condition for peace, saying his wife, Lola, must be accepted and respected by the family or risk total isolation from him.
Peter also wants his family to accept his wife, Lola just as they accepted his twin brother, Paul’s wife, Anita irrespective of her tribe or age.
Paul, however doesn’t want to disrespect his late mother’s wish who showed her opposition to Peter’s union with his wife, Lola is in a dilemna.
Sources further said that the crisis had escalated after it was learnt that Peter had allegedly bought a house for Lola in the United States of America, USA.

head of a two year-old boy recorvered

The Ogun State Police Command yesterday said it had recovered the head of a two year-old boy which was severed by a suspected ritualist at Ofada in Obafemi-Owode Local Government Area of the state.
The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Muyiwa Adejobi, in a statement said the severed head of the boy was recovered in Ibadan.
The boy, whose mother was defiled by the suspected ritualist identified as Mamodu Bashir Ibrahim, was beheaded last Thursday when his mother, who had him strapped on her back, went to ease herself in a bush.
According to the PPRO, detectives attached to the Department of Criminal Investigation, Eleweran, Abeokuta later arrested the suspect who fled the scene immediately he perpetrated the act.
“The suspect took the investigation team to Mokola area of Ibadan, Oyo State where the head was recovered in a bag in the bush, Tuesday.
“The Commissioner of Police, Ogun State, Mr Ikemefuna Okoye, has, however, directed the detectives to intensify efforts to uncover the buyers and those who engage in such dirty deals in our society.”

Dance Queen, Kaffy Shares New Photos Of Her Children

Dance queen, Kaffy has shared cute photos of her adorable kids, Eliana and Sean.

The mother of two is happily married to her husband Joseph Ameh popularly known as Papii J, a member of Psquare‘s 14-man music band, and doubles as a music producer.
The couple who got married in June 2012 don’t hesitate to publicly display their love for each other.

P Square break up might lead to end of contract with Globacom

As the drama continues between the P-Square brothers, it’s beginning to threaten their business deals too.
Apparently, a P-Square split would mean the end of their endorsement deal with Globacom, according to a source.
Stories have emerged about the impending split of the eccentric duo, reportedly over finances and a case instigated by Peter Okoye’s wife, Lola Omotayo.
P-Square have been with Globacom since 2010, and the Vanguard revealed that a split would to the termination of the contract.
“Since Glo has a contract with P-Square, and not with Peter or Paul, their breakup will definitely lead to the termination of the contract,” a source told the newspaper.

Genevieve Nnaji Rocks $4100 Boy Chanel Flap Bag To AY Live Show

Veteran Nollywood screen goddess might not be the most common face in Nigerian movies these days but she is still ballin hard as she has paid her dues.
The beautiful Genevieve Nnaji rocked the $4100 Boy Chanel Flap bag pictured below to Ay live concert days ago (The price ranges between $3,700,small size and $6,700- $7,300 for exotic).
Hers’ is the limited edition bag from their Cruise 2014 collection.

Popular Mamu Zee Brothers Attacked By Armed Robbers

According to report reaching Nigeriafilms.com, the popular Mamu Zee twins were attacked by some gunmen yesterday, Tuesday, April 22, 2014. They were reportedly assaulted on Gwagwalada road in Abuja.

It was said that the singers were returning from the Immigration office on Tuesday when the unfortunate incident happened.

From the information made available to Nigeriafilms.com, the robbers allegedly shot at them and shattered their car, leaving them injured.

They are currently at an undisclosed hospital receiving treatment from the wounds they reportedly got from the attack. It is yet uncertain what items were carted away from the twins by the alleged hoodlums.

Osun, Ekiti Polls: We’ll Not Go To Court, This Time It Is ‘Rig And Roast’ – Tinubu

Although the audience was made up mostly of academics, former Governor of Lagos State and national leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Ahmed Tinubu, could not help but delve into politics, as he warned against any attempt to rig the forthcoming governorship elections in Ekiti and Osun States.

The elections are slated for June 21 (Ekiti) and August 9 (Osun).
Speaking at his investiture as the Chancellor of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, LAUTECH, Ogbomoso, and award of honorary Doctor of Science in Management Science yesterday, Tinubu said “it will be rig and roast”.
Apparently reacting to an earlier statement credited to the Vice President, Arc Namadi Sambo that the elections in the two states would be a warfare for the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, the APC chieftain warned: “We are prepared not to go to court but to drive you out. We will not take it anymore. If you mess up in Ekiti and Osun states, you will see our reactions. For every action, there must be a reaction”.
Tinubu called on the electorate in the two South-West states to guard their votes, saying that no government that wants people’s votes to count would behave the way the current government was doing.
“They are planning to rig the elections but be ready to protect your votes. It is going to be rig and roast”, he added.
Reacting to President Goodluck Jonathan’s comments in Kano last week, where he accused the state Governor, Engr. Rabiu Kwankwaso of mismanaging the money meant for his presidential campaign in 2011, Tinubu asked the president where he got such huge amount of money, having used ‘I’d no shoes’ as one of his many campaign slogans.
The APC chieftain, who spoke on the topic, “Two Faces of Despair: State of the Nigeria Nation”, also faulted President Jonathan’s administration on the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) that was recently rebased.
He said: “Nigeria has magically leaped over South Africa to become the largest economy in Africa. Too bad the magical statistics do not translate into a magical improvement in the people’s economic condition. While the GDP grew, the people’s wellbeing tumbles.
“The recent rebasing putting Nigeria ahead of South Africa has raised more doubts about the objectives of those in charge of economy. From a modest of $305 billion, Nigeria’s GDP ballooned to $488billion.
“The GDP mathematics is an offensive sideshow, given the real hardships Nigerians face. This is another variant of the vision 2020 gimmick and to make the government look good prior to the world economic forum meeting in Abuja next month. It is propaganda not progress”, Tinubu asserted.
The investiture ceremony was attended by APC chieftains from across the country, including National Leader Gen. Muhammadu Buhari, Interim Chairman Bisi Akande, Interim National Publicity Secretary Lai Mohammed, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, and former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and presidential flag bearer of the defunct ACN, Malam Nuhu Ribadu.
Others are Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed of Kwara State, Governor Rauf Aregbesola of Osun State, who came with his wife Sherifat, host Governor Abiola Ajimobi and his wife Florence, as well as senators and other top party officials. They were Senators Gbenga Ashafa, Olorunimbe Mamora, Femi Ojudu and Sola Adeyeye.
Also there were House of Representatives Minority Leader Femi Gbajabiamila, frontline scholar Prof. Adebayo Williams, Lagos State House of Assembly Speaker Adeyemi Ikuforiji and former Lagos Commissioner for Information Mr. Dele Alake.
The Governors of Lagos, Ekiti and Ogun were represented by their spouses – Dame Abimbola Fashola (Lagos), Erelu Bisi Fayemi (Ekiti) and Mrs. Olufunke Amosun (Ogun).
The ceremony was also graced by royal fathers from Oyo and Osun states, which jointly own the institution. The Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Oyewunmi Ajagungbade, was there.

Kano: Sharia Court Sentences Man To Death By Stoning For Defiling Minor, Infecting With HIV/AIDS

 
An Upper Sharia Court sitting at Nomansland of Sabon Gari area in Kano State has sentenced Ubale Saudi Dutsa, a 63-year-old man, to death by stoning, following his involvement in the defilement of a 12-year-old girl, Shamsiyya.

Delivering judgment on the matter, Justice Farouk Ahmad held that he relied on Sharia law guided by Quran to sentence the convict accordingly.
Dutsa had pleaded guilty seven times before the sentence was handed down.
The minor was said to have been medically examined at the state-owned Murtala Muhammad Hospital while it discovered that she was infected with HIV/AIDS as a result of the convict’s carnal knowledge of her.
The convict was brought before the court on the charge of defiling Shamsiyya from a small part of the state known as Gezawa town.

Confab: Kutigi Denies CAN Allegation, Says No Plot To Undermine Christians

Chairman of the National Conference, Justice Idris Kutigi (rtd), yesterday denied the allegation that there is a grand plot to undermine the interest of Christians at the ongoing conference.

Kutigi, who spoke through his Assistant Secretary (Media and Communications) Mr. Apandem James, described as misleading, the protest of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) over the composition of the conference’s committee on religion.
CAN in a statement on Tuesday faulted the composition of the committee on religion, saying “We hereby express our reservations on the composition of the members of the National Conference Committee on Religion and without fear or contradiction state that the Chairman of the Conference, Justice Idris Legbo Kutigi, has done his wish to ensure that the leadership of the committees favours Muslims in Nigeria”.
The umbrella body for Christians in the country specifically said that Kutigi tactically chose Alhaji Nurudeen Lemu, his kinsman from Niger State, as Chairman of Religion committee in order to control the committee through the back door.
But the retired Chief Justice of Nigeria denied the charge, saying there was no iota of truth in it.
The statement reads: “Our attention has been drawn to a misleading statement issued by Mr Sunny Oibe, who signed as the Director (National Issues) in the Secretariat of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN). There is no truth whatsoever in the unfortunate alarm raised in the press statement which tends to give the impression of an attempt to undermine Christians in the National Conference.
“In trying to whip up unnecessary sentiments, Oibe claimed that the Committee on Religion is made up of 12 Muslims and eight Christians. That is not correct. The Committee has 21 members – 11 Muslims and 10 Christians.
“It must be noted that delegates were asked to submit names of three committees they would prefer to serve, in order of preference. Seven Christians indicated Religion as their first choice, four as second and two as third choice.
“That brought the total number of Christians to 13. Three Muslims made Religion their first choice, seven made it their second choice and eight made it their third choice bringing the total number to 20.
“However, some of those who had other committees as first and second choices were placed in the primary committees of choice leaving the Committee on Religion with a lesser number than was required to form a full Committee.
“It must also be noted that the official list of delegates showed that both Muslims and Christians have six representations each; which means that only 12 out of the 492 delegates are at the conference as Christian and Muslim leaders”.

Tonto Dikeh so beautiful.......

Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh was among the many celebrities that attended the wedding ceremony of former Governor of Oyo State’s son, Olamiju Alao-Akala and his newly wedded wife Hadiza Okoya.

The actress and singer was donned in an outstanding jumpsuit made from the couple’s ‘Aso-ebi’ material.

Her beautiful outfit was styled by celebrity stylist Jeremiah Ogbodo of Swanky's Signature Styling.

Tonto who rocked a short blonde hair to the event, adorned her beautiful backless (show back) piece with gold accessories and clutch to match.

Her beautiful flawless matte makeup with luscious Lilac lipstick, highlighted with a peach colour , gave Tonto an irresistible makeover.

No doubt, Tonto is unarguably one of Nigeria’s most beautiful celebrities.

Real Madrid did it at home

Real Madrid took a huge step towards their first Champions League final in 12 years as Karim Benzema’s first-half goal gave them a 1-0 first-leg lead over holders Bayern Munich at the Santiago Bernabeu.
The Frenchman was on hand to turn home Fabio Coentrao’s cross on 19 minutes and Madrid’s advantage could have been even greater had Cristiano Ronaldo and Angel di Maria not missed fine chances before the break.
Bayern had the overwhelming majority of possession but failed to convert it into many sights of goal as Iker Casillas’ low save from Mario Goetze five minutes from time was the only significant stop the Spanish captain was forced into all evening.

Defeat leaves the Germans with it all to do next Tuesday, April 29, if they are to continue their quest to become the first side to retain the trophy in the Champions League era.
Ronaldo was returning after four games out with a hamstring injury as he replaced Gareth Bale, who had been suffering from flu in the days before the game, in the only change from the Real side that beat Barcelona in the Copa del Rey final last week.
However, it was Bayern who settled first as they pinged the ball around for the opening 15 minutes, but Arjen Robben’s shot from the edge of the area that was deflected wide was their only serious effort on goal.
Madrid then stung the Germans with a stunning counter-attack as Ronaldo’s ball down the left for Coentrao was timed to perfection and the Portuguese full-back’s low cross was tapped home at the back post by Benzema.
Two minutes later Ronaldo came close to doubling Madrid’s lead, but his bullet header from Di Maria’s cross was too close to Manuel Neuer.
Ronaldo then missed a gilt-edged chance to make it 2-0 when another quick break caught Bayern hopping and the World Player of the Year blasted over Benzema’s low cross from close range.
Bayern were still enjoying the vast majority of the ball without cutting the Madrid defence open as Robben saw another goal-bound effort blocked before Philipp Lahm shot into the side-netting from a narrow angle.
Indeed Madrid should even have been further ahead at the break when Di Maria latched onto a deep cross at the back post but wastefully volleyed over with just Neuer to beat.
The German international ‘keeper was forced to make a save just two minutes after half-time when he diverted Ronaldo’s low shot across goal to safety.
Both sides then made a raft of substitutions as the game entered the final quarter with Bale replacing the clearly not 100 percent fit Ronaldo 16 minutes from time.
Raphael Varane also replaced the injured Pepe for Los Blancos, whilst Bayern coach Pep Guardiola introduced Javi Martinez, Mario Goetze and Thomas Mueller in the search for an away goal.
And it was two of the substitutes who combined to create the visitors’ best chance of the night as Mueller’s dinked cross found Goetze free inside the area and his low drive was brilliantly saved by Iker Casillas.
There was one final moment of controversy deep into stoppage time as Mueller tumbled under a challenge from Xabi Alonso inside the area, but English referee Howard Webb waved away the protests for a penalty to condemn Bayern to a third defeat in six games in all competitions.

Pinky Yemi Alade

Fast-rising and sensational Nigerian pop artiste, Yemi Eberechi Alade is a gorgeous and performing singer who debuted in the music entertainment industry in the year 2010 after her win at the Nigerian ‘Peak Talent Show’.

Known for her daring dress sense, the playful ‘Johnny’ crooner, who released her latest song called ‘Tangerine’, was spotted recently clad in a pink playsuit dress.

From a scale of 1-10, rate the outfit on her.

Mercy Johnson, Chika Ike Deny Beef Rumour

Over the weekend, it was reported that Nollywood damsels; Mercy Johnson Okojie and Chika Ike were not in talking terms. According to reports, the two pretty actresses were fighting over seniority issues. It was further reported that Mercy was particularly bitter because she expected Chika Ike to respect her more than she presently does.

Mercy and Chika have now debunked the rumour. The movie stars took to Twitter to laugh off the reports, jokingly stating that if they would not fight, Purity, Mercy Johnson’s one-year-old daughter would be the referee. They also sarcastically said they would now get hand gloves to slug it out with each other.

"Babe, I hear say we dey fight o, I don buy my boxing glove o, oya#bellringing# round 1," Mercy Johnson posted, while Chika replied saying, "my gurl4life, I hear am too ooo, me self go buy my own glove, oya make Purity be the referee o. LOL, #round2.”

Omotola Gets MTV Personality Of The Year Award Nomination

Nollywood actress, Omotola Jolade-Ekeinde is no doubt having it good for her especially after her Times magazine recognition. The beautiful mother of four has been nominated for the ‘Personality of the Year’ award at 2014 edition of the MTV Africa Music, which will take place on June 7 at the Durban International Convention Centre, South Africa

She was nominated alongside Chimamanda Adichie (Nigeria) Trevor Noah (South Africa), Lupita Nyong’o (Kenya) and Yaya Toure (Cote d’Ivoire).

The winners will be determined by the public’s voting.

Tonto Dikeh Warns P-Square Against Splitting

Star actress, Tonto Dikeh, warned the P-Square brothers of the grievous consequences of break-up. Tonto advised Peter and Paul Okoye to handle their problems maturely, stating further that their wives must play important roles in resolving the issues amicably.

The controversial actress disclosed that splitting may destroy their brands and careers. “When you break up, your whole identity is shattered. It is like death,” Tonto noted.
“The love of twins is undisputed, Paul and Peter. You have been together for years, making great songs like Senorita, Do me, Story, More than a friend, Omoge mi, Busy body, Alingo, Personally, Testimony; the list is endless! Why break it up now?

“Please learn. Two heads are better than one. Mrs Lola and Anita, they say a woman makes a home. This is the time to show the world that both of you are women with great substance, which I believe you are,” Tonto further said.

According to reports, some of the reasons Peter wants out of the group is that his brothers do not respect his wife.