Controversial Nigerian relationship expert, Blessing Okoro during a session with Nedu on the Frankly Speaking podcast alleged that renowned media personality, Nancy Isime underwent butt enlargement surgery.
Blessing Okoro
Nancy Isime
During the session, she named Nancy Isime as one of the celebrities who claim to have attained their fascinating physique by working out at the gym, meanwhile, they gained a curvy physique by going under the knife.
During the show, Blessing pointed out how she exercised so hard to get the perfect body like many fitness enthusiasts but it didn’t work.
Nedu then asks her if she knows of any celebrity who has had plastic surgery but tries to make it look like their perfect body is as a result of exercising.
The relationship expert immediately mentioned actress Nancy Isime.
She said, “I’m going to call one person that almost made me kill myself and that’s Nancy Isime.”
She continued, “I remember when I used to go to the gym. I bought all her gym clothes. I bought everything… She fixed her body.”
“Ninety per cent of celebrities have done their body.” She added.
Nigerian superstar, David Adedeji Adeleke, Davido is now in the business of tensioning his neighbours as he recently added a Quad Bike to his luxurious collection.
“ Banana Island Go Hear Am,” Says Davido As He Shows Off His New Baby’’
Davido acquires a customized Quad Bike and promises to tension his neighbourhood
The Fem singer took to Instagram to show off his recently purchased, customised Quad Bike. As seen in the video, the bike was custom-made for OBO.
As seen in the video, the bike was custom-made In a follow-up post, Davido clearly stated that he doesn’t want the title and he would rather stick to his nickname, ‘OBO’ (Omo Baba Olowo which means Son of a Rich Man). In his words; “I like to go as OBO as it’s been for the last 10 years” OBO.
While introducing his newborn to followers and detractors, Davido warned his Banana Island neighbours that he would be disturbing their peace and tranquillity by riding his bike through their neighbourhood.
Davido was careful not to mention the price he paid for the bike, but we would keep you updated when he finally open up in case you want to add it to your motorcycle collection.
In other news, OBO is set to take the music scene by storm with a new banger off his trending freestyle as he releases a snippet.
The DMW boss is set to melt hearts and circulate playlists as the sensational singer teases new music.
As Davido teased fans with new music on social media, it appears that “Stand Strong” won’t be the only song we hear from the 30 BG boss.
The Kuti family on Tuesday marked the 25th death anniversary of late Afrobeat legend, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti.
Remembering their late father, who died on August 2, 1997, Femi and Seun Anikulapo-Kuti, also musicians, paid tribute to the legendary singer.
Hailing Fela as the soul of Afrobeat, Femi noted that he missed his father, even after 25 years of the icon’s demise.
Sharing a post in the early hours of Tuesday, Femi Anikulapo-Kuti said, “25 years on, still in our hearts. I miss you more and more. The one and only Abami Eda #FELA. The soul of #Afrobeat.”
On his part, Seun Kuti said, “25 years ago, you transitioned. Words can’t begin to express how much more alive you have become in spirit, as we continue to strive for the Africa you fought for. We continue to ask that you allow your light to guide our path. Ase!!”
Big Brother Naija Season 7 has fully kicked off and the housemates are fully settled.
This is evident in their actions as chaos, friendships, victories and losses have graced our screens in less than 8 days since it began.
Screens in less than 8 days since it began.
The 22 contestants have been divided into two levels; 1 and 2.
Level 1 house had the victory of the first head of house while the level 2 house levelled up by winning the ‘wager task’.
Amidst the task, some person’s formed a bond which seem to be going on well; Bella with Sheggz, Allyson and Adekunle while Doyin and Cyph shared their first kiss after the Saturday party.
Groovy and Beauty the first relationship in this year’s season seems to be experiencing a ‘back and forth which got Beauty and Ilebaye into an altercation and this resulted in a strike for the former.
Africa’s most talked about a real live TV show on Sunday introduced two new housemates who were ushered to the 2 levels respectively; a tall energetic male, Deji and Modella a very bubbly female.
The host of the show, Ebuka Uchendu announced that the new housemates are fake and are on assignments.
Big Brother ‘Level up’ continues with the thrills.
Multiple award-winning Nollywood actor Lateef Adedimeji has debuted a new look as he is set to unveil a new project.
The young and promising actor shared multiple photos of his new look online, asking his fans how good he rocks the new style.
He wrote: Good to go . Do you love my new look? Something is coming………
Reactions trailing the photos made lovely comments as many nodded to his new style.
The wife of the Actor, who is also an actress, Bimpe Oyebade rocked the Internet with stunning and ripping outfits that got many comparing her to famous veteran Nollywood actress Idowu Phillips, otherwise addressed as Mama Rainbow.
The undeniable resemblance between Mo Bimpe and Mama Rainbow struck the attention of their fans when the former rocked the exact outfit that Mama Rainbow also used to mark her birthday.
Sharing the photos on Instagram, Mo Bimpe wrote, ”RoadTo23. All I have is a heart full of gratitude, I’m so blessed, So thankful. I’m sorry I’ll be disturbing your timelines, this year is so different, I gotta celebrate God’s grace in my life. Birthday girl in a bit , how many days left ?
Twenty-four hours after prominent Nollywood actors and members of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Cynthia Okereke and Clemson Cornel, aka Agbogidi, were kidnapped in an Enugu suburb, their abductors have contacted their families.
The actors were reported missing after their family members confirmed they didn’t return home from a film location at Ozalla Town, Enugu state, on Thursday.
Both actors are renowned for starring in movies shot in Enugu and Delta states.
On Saturday, the AGN national president, Emeka Rollas said that the kidnappers are requesting a lump sum in dollars.
He said, “The kidnappers have made contact with the families and are demanding the sum of $100,000. We pray to God for his intervention and for Him to put confusion in their midst.
“We are also working closely with the different security operatives, but we are not sure what to expect from them because the same thing is happening everywhere in the country.”
Mr Rollas also said members of the Guild are working closely with the families of the victims and the security forces to ensure their safe release.
As part of measures to forestall a repeat occurrence, Mr Rollas said that the Guild had ordered its members not to shoot outside of the metropolis and to ensure that they make adequate provisions for security in their locations.
AGN’s Director of Communications, Monalisa Chinda, broke the news of the kidnap of the actors in a statement made available on Friday.
Ms Chinda said their kidnap had increased fear amongst members about the safety of actors filming in the country.
When you make red velvet cake from a box, you don’t need to come to terms with just how much food colouring is needed to turn a chocolate cake red.
If you make your cake from scratch, as a recipe developer you’ll see just how much is needed — up to 2 whole tablespoons in all. You can choose to use less food colouring if you like, but admits “I just love making these cupcakes bright, bold, and full of colour.” If you like, though, you can dial the amount back to just a tablespoon, or even less, if you don’t mind a less-vivid cake.
Red velvet is traditionally a mixture of vanilla and chocolate, and these hit the mark perfectly with both flavours being present and balanced together perfectly.” The sweet cupcakes, she says, are nicely balanced by the tangy cream cheese frosting, as well.
In addition to the red food colouring, you’ll need your standard from-scratch cake stuff.
The dry ingredients include all-purpose flour, sugar (both granulated and powdered), baking powder, baking soda, and, for the light chocolate flavour, a small amount of cocoa powder.
The not-so-dry ingredients are butter (make sure this is at room temperature), eggs (room temperature’s good for these, too), milk (keep this in the fridge until you use it), vanilla, and cream cheese.
If you want to make the cupcakes look pretty, you can always top them with sprinkles.
Another suggestion is to “use chocolate shavings or curls for a fun decorative touch.”
Make the cupcake batter
Before you get started, preheat the oven.
Whisk the dry ingredients together in a big mixing bowl along with ¼ teaspoon of salt.
Beat the soft butter into the dry ingredients (MacLean likes to use a hand or a stand mixer for this part) until thoroughly combined.
At this point, you should have something vaguely resembling sand.
In a separate bowl, mix the wet stuff: the eggs, milk, red food colouring, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla.
Slowly stir this mixture into the “sand” to make the bright red batter.
Line a muffin pan with paper cupcake liners.
If you haven’t got any of these, use a lot of grease and flour or nonstick cooking spray, but note that paper liners do make everything easier.
Pour the batter into each liner until it reaches about ⅔ of the way up the sides, then put the pan in the preheated oven and bake the cupcakes for 15 to 20 minutes.
When you think they are done, test them with a toothpick just to make sure.
If you stick one in the middle of a cupcake and it comes out clean, you should be good to go.
Let the cupcakes cool on a wire rack.
Frost the cupcakes
While the cupcakes are baking or cooling, you can make the frosting.
Beat the remaining butter — which should be really quite soft by now — together with the cream cheese, then stir in the remaining vanilla and ¼ teaspoon salt.
Add the powdered sugar a cup at a time until your frosting is smooth and spreadable.
The ingredients call for 3 cups, but you may need only 2 or perhaps 2 ½. When the cupcakes are cool, frost them, decorate as desired, and then enjoy.
Recipes
1 ⅔ cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon baking soda
1 cup unsalted butter, divided
3 eggs
3 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided
¾ cup whole milk
2 tablespoons red food colouring
8 ounces cream cheese
3 cups powdered sugar
Optional Ingredients
Sprinkles
Directions
Preheat the oven
Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
Beat ½ cup of butter into the dry ingredients until a sandy mixture forms.
Combine the eggs, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, milk, and red food colouring in a separate bowl.
Slowly add the wet mixture to the dry mixture, stirring until well combined.
Line a muffin pan with cupcake liners. Fill the cupcake liners with batter until they’re ⅔ full.
Bake the cupcakes for 15 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Once the cupcakes are finished baking, allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.
Beat the remaining butter together with the cream cheese.
Add the remaining vanilla extract along with ¼ teaspoon salt to the butter mixture, beating until smooth.
Stir in the powdered sugar 1 cup at a time until the desired consistency is reached (you may not need all of the sugar).
Spread the cream cheese frosting on the cupcakes. Decorate with sprinkles if desired.
Brand influencer and first wife of actor Yul Edochie, May Yul Edochie has finally opened up for the first time about her husband, Yul’s marriage to his colleague, Judy Austin.
Taking to her Instagram Facebook live session, May Yul Edochie revealed how she overcame depression from the trauma.
May noted how many people on her comment section had rebuked her for cashing out from the situation.
May disclosed that she doesn’t wish this on any of her enemies if she has one.
According to her, depression is real and there are different stages to it.
Rather than dwell on it, she has decided to pick up the pieces of a beautiful world.
May Yul Edochie added that the outpour of love and support she received from her family and fans brought her out of depression.
She said,
“I saw some few comments that May is using this to cash out and all of that and I am like okay, it’s fine, I am cashing out right.
I don’t wish this upon my enemies if at all I have any. Depression is real and there are different stages to it. Rather than dwell on depression, I decided to pick up the pieces of a beautiful world that I had. An amazing one that suddenly crushed. I decided to pick up the pieces and move on, rather than dwell on depression.
It has not been easy. Am glad that I look happy and I appear strong. I am happy, I am glad that I am able to go out and do things. I am surprised at the things that I do. It’s all because of the love and support from my family and you all. These are the things that have kept me going. Honestly speaking people say I aspire and motivate them but the truth is it’s you guys that have inspired me”.
It would be recalled that well-meaning Nigerians and lovers of May Yul Edochie, wife of actor Yul Edochie had rallied around her as she admitted to an emotional breakdown.
Taking to Instagram, May stated that she was a bit low-spirited on Thursday, July 14th.
However, she woke up with a good amount of positive energy.
“Goodmorning beautiful fam, I was a bit low-spirited yesterday but woke up with some good amount of positive energy this morning….”.
Taking to her comment section, her fans offered words of encouragement as well as prayers to her.
The media preneur pointed out how sometimes one has to walk the road alone.
However, he fears not because God walks with him.
“Sometimes you have to walk the road alone. I fear not because God walks with me. We move”.
it would be recalled that JJC Skillz seemed to still be nursing the word of his marital breakup with actress, Funke Akindele.
What made it hurtful for him was that his now ex-wife had moved on and is now focused on her political career
Taking to his Instagram story, JJC Skillz shared a cryptic post on healing.
Sharing a post by S. Mcnutt on deep healing, the post read on falling in love with taking care of you
The post also centred on falling in love with the path of deep healing.
“Fall in love with taking care of yourself. Fall in love with the path of deep healing. Fall in love with becoming the best version of yourself but with patients with compassion and respect for your own journey”.
Jennifer Lopez has confirmed that she and fellow Hollywood star, Ben Affleck have gotten married in Las Vegas.
“We did it. Love is beautiful. Love is kind. And it turns out love is patient. Twenty years patient,” she wrote on her fan website OntheJLo.
The pair called off their first engagement in January 2004.
News of the couple getting back together last year sent fans into a spin, as they publicly displayed their rekindled love on social media.
The Clark County Clerk’s Office in Nevada – where Las Vegas is located – shows on its record system that Lopez intends to change her name to Jennifer Affleck.
Writing on her OntheJLo website, the film and singing star said the couple had flown to Las Vegas on Saturday and queued for a marriage licence alongside four other couples.
“They were right when they said, “all you need is love“,” she wrote.
“We are so grateful to have that in abundance, a new wonderful family of five amazing children and a life that we have never had more reason to look forward to.”
The morning after their nuptials, the bride shared a selfie in bed wearing her new wedding ring.
Jennifer Lopez Selfie in Bed
The couple met on the set of the movie Gigli in 2002, and got engaged in 2003, but broke it off the following year, blaming “excessive media attention”.
The couple at the 75th Annual Academy Awards in 2003
However, since getting back together, they have regularly posted photos and videos online of romantic holidays and moments with their families – prompting fans to update the couple’s former portmanteau nickname Bennifer 2.0.
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck have been holidaying together as a reunited couple
This is Lopez’s fourth marriage.
She was married to singer Marc Anthony from 2004 to 2014 and they have twins together.
Affleck was married to actor Jennifer Garner from 2005 to 2018, and they have three children together.
Justice Oluwatoyin Taiwo of the Ikeja Domestic Violence and Sexual Offences Court on Thursday sentenced a Nollywood actor, Olanrewaju Omiyinka, aka Baba Ijesha, to 16 years imprisonment.
Baba Ijesha is facing six counts of child defilement that include indecent treatment of a child, sexual assault, attempted sexual assault by penetration and sexual assault by penetration.
The Lagos State Directorate of Public Prosecutions, which proffered the charges against the actor, argued that the offences contravene Section 135, 137, 261, 202, 262 and 263 of the Lagos State Criminal Law 2015, which stipulates life imprisonment for offenders.
Baba Ijesha pleaded not guilty to all the counts. However, a Closed-Circuit Television video recording detailing his relationship with the victim said to be a minor was played in court.
Delivering the judgement, Justice Taiwo said that the prosecution failed to prove beyond reasonable doubt that the defendant is guilty of all the charges against him.
However, she found the defendant guilty of two of the six counts against him.
The defendant was arraigned on June 24, 2021. During the trial, six prosecution witnesses testified against him.
They were actress and comedienne, Princess, the 14-year-old minor, a child expert, Mrs Olabisi Ajayi-Kayode, and medical doctor, Dr Aniekan Makanjuola.
Others were the Investigating Police Officer, ASP Wahab Kareem, and a policewoman, Inspector Abigail Omane.
The DPP closed its case against the defendant on December 15, 2021, while Baba Ijesha called four witnesses and closed its defence on April 1.
The defence witnesses were Baba Ijesha (defendant) and Mr Lawrence Ayeni, an expert in video production and CCTV installation and maintenance.
Mr Olukayode Olugbemi, a clinical psychologist and Mr Olukayode Ogunbanjo, the defendant’s friend and colleague also testified for the defence.
Defence counsel, Mr Dada Awosika (SAN), in adopting his final written address dated May 12 and filed on May 16, urged the court to dismiss the suit and discharge the defendant.
Awosika argued that the footage of the CCTV was illegally obtained.
He had said, “In the interest of justice, exhibit A which was the CCTV footage that recalled the event was illegally obtained.
“The exhibit was not tendered by the maker. It was tendered by Princess, the complainant.”
He argued that the recording had been tampered with especially since the defendant did not go to the complainant’s house uninvited.
He further submitted that the alleged confessional statement of the defendant failed the provision of Section 9 (3 ) of the Administration of Criminal Justice Law (ACJL) of Lagos State 2021.
“The Evidence Act allows legislation to guide the admissibility of document before the court. ACJL has stated that if a confessional statement is to be used, it must meet some certain degree by ACJL which is not applied in this case.
“We urge the court to discredit the confessional statement. The defendant moved in a jiffy to participate in a short skit that put him in trouble. My Lord, my client was trapped.
“Concerning the age of the girl in question, Exhibits D and E are not saying the same thing.
“It is our submission My Lord, that the court is bound to call the biological mother inside the box to tell us her real age or her birth certificate or scientific evidence is tendered to ascertain the age but none was done.
“The prosecution agreed that the age of the minor must be established. However, it has also agreed that nothing has been done to provide the real age,” Awosika said.
The Director of DPP, Dr Babajide Martins, in his final written address dated May 31, however, urged the court to convict Baba Ijesha as charged.
He argued that one of the defence witnesses, Mr Lawrence Ayeni, told the court that the CCTV recording could not be manipulated.
“On the issue of the CCTV recording My Lord, the first defence witness (Ayeni) told this honourable court during cross-examination that it cannot be manipulated and that the content of CCTV cannot be changed.
“Most importantly, he said he cannot say if the sexual assault did not happen. These are the testimonies from the defence witness My Lord.
“The defendant admitted to have been with the girl in both the incident that happened seven years ago and the one that happened in 2021.
“He also admitted to have sucked her fingers during the cross-examination.
“On the issue of ACJL, the primary legislation supersedes the secondary legislation.
“On the issue of a medical certificate, the defendant said he did not have any issue with the medical doctor and had never met him when I cross-examined him.
“As a result, he has no reason to mislead the court,” Martins said.
Martins further told the court that the definition of a child was anybody below the age of 18 years and that the prosecution had proven that the girl was below the age.
The DPP said the defendant also admitted during the trial that he never mentioned that he was acting a script when he was detained by the police at Sabo and Panti.
Suya Spice is a dry peanut-based spice rub used to marinate beef before grilling.
Then Suya spice aka yaji spice would be like second nature to you because suya is one of the most popular street foods in Nigeria.
Suya spice has become almost a staple in most homes.
Suya spice can be added to almost anything to give that dish a delicious twist. This Homemade Suya Spice is all Shades of delicious.
As I mentioned above, Peanuts are the major ingredient in suya spice. Peanuts give suya spice its distinct taste.
There won’t be suya spice without the peanuts.
I have seen suggestions to substitute peanuts with almonds though I haven’t tried that, I doubt it will taste close-talk less of taste the same. Peanuts and Almonds don’t have a similar taste.
What is Suya Spice used for?
Suya spice is a versatile spice. Though it is mainly used as a spice rub for meats, you can actually use it on anything you like.
I have used it in the following recipes and it was delicious.
Roasted groundnuts are the star ingredient in this recipe. I made it using two forms of peanuts, roasted peanuts and peanut powder.
The recipe with the roasted peanuts is more authentic than the one with the peanut powder which isn’t surprising since the originators of the suya spice mix make theirs using Kuli Kuli (a fried peanut snack).
This is a quick-fix recipe for when you don’t have much time on your hands and want to make a suya recipe.
Everyone loves a tray bake! It is the perfect “not sure what to have” meal and doesn’t come better than this crispy chicken suya tray baked with yam and vegetables.
It is so delicious that you will want to make it again and again.
Homemade suya spiced chicken is usually served with fried foods like fried yam, plantain etc. However, this is a more effortless and healthier version; you only need to toss the ingredients in spices before throwing in a baking pan to cook.
This Suya chicken thighs and yam tray bake tossed with the mouth-watering Nigerian suya spice is a crowd-pleaser, requires little effort and is packed full of vegetables.
Chicken cut: I like to use chicken thigh for tray bakes because it remains moist and juicy through baking. You can use your preferred or available cut of chicken. Drumsticks and chicken breasts also work well for chicken suya.
Yam: Dundun (crispy fried African yam) is a traditional accompaniment to suya chicken, which is why I have included it in my tray bake chicken. You can exclude this or substitute it with similar ingredients like potatoes or sweet potatoes.
Vegetables: Most vegetables work well in tray bakes. Use what you have in your kitchen or your favourite vegetables for this easy chicken tray bake.
How to Make Chicken Suya Tray Bake
Add the suya spice into a bowl and taste for salt with the tip of your tongue. Add more salt if required. Pour the oil in and mix to form a paste.
Rub the paste all over the skin of the chicken, and apply under the skin where possible too, to get as much flavour as possible. Leave for at least 30 mins to marinate.
Heat the oven to 200°C or 180°C fan.
Peel the yam and cut it into batons. Keep in a bowl of water to prevent browning.
Peel the onions and cut them into quarters. Wash the carrots and remove the top. Cut the broccoli into smaller pieces.
Suya Spice
Pour the yam and vegetables into the bowl containing the suya spice paste. Toss well.
Add the chicken skin side up on the tray. Arrange the yam, carrots, and broccoli around the chicken thighs and place the tray in the oven.
Allow cooking for 30 – 40 mins. Check the chicken is cooked before removing it from the oven.
The President, Muhammadu Buhari has joined Nollywood and professional actors, at home and abroad, to celebrate stage and screen icon, Olu Jacobs, on his 80th birthday, July 11, 2022.
President Buhari’s congratulatory message was contained in a statement signed on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, titled ‘President Buhari joins Nollywood in celebrating Olu Jacobs at 80.’
According to Adesina, “The President felicitates with the Jacobs’ family, including the wife, also a renowned thespian, Joke Silva, and their friends on the auspicious occasion, which calls for thanksgiving for God’s care, guidance and protection.
“President Buhari affirms the influence of the veteran actor on the film industry, setting a standard of professionalism that has attracted global recognition and awards, like the Lifetime Achievement Award conferred on him in 2016 by African Movie Academy Awards.”
As the actor turns 80, the President noted that Jacob’s ingenious ability to interpret roles, simplify complex issues and bring messages to the understanding of both young and old, levelling cultural, ethnic and religious barriers to become a household name all over the country and beyond.
Largely stereotyped as a father and voice of wisdom in most movies, President Buhari believes Olu Jacobs’ natural tendency to counsel, inspire and instruct easily earned him the roles, while appreciating his foresight in winning many into the profession and guiding them to stardom.
The President, therefore, prayed that the Almighty God will grant him better health, longer life and steadfastness in service to the Arts, God, and humanity.
Big Brother Naija season is upon us! And this year is gearing up to be bigger than ever as the organizers have recorded over 40,000 audition entries for the coming edition.
The media, Executive Head, Content and West Africa Channels at MultiChoice Nigeria, Dr Busola Tejumola revealed this at the media briefing to unveil the seventh season of the reality show.
She said that this season’s incoming housemates will undergo a pshycological evaluation before they come into the house.
Some of the other exciting things to expect this season are the pre-COVID elements, including the Ninjas and the exciting live audience.
On the prizes up for grab, she said this year’s winner will be walking home with a ₦100 Million grand prize – a cash prize of 50 Million Naira and 50 Million Naira worth of prizes from the sponsors.
In addition, 30 fans of the show will also win 1 million Naira each in the Fave Lock-In promo exclusive to DStv & GOtv customers.
She explained that the show will retain its voting style from last year as voting will only be on the Big Brother Naija website, mobile site, and the MyDStv and MyGOtv apps for active customers.
The number of votes each subscriber will have will be determined by their subscription packages, with DStv Premium and GOtv SUPA subscribers receiving the most votes
“This is 61 and counting! Super grateful, and thankful for God’s grace in my life. Birthdays are a chance to look back and forward and all I see is God’s grace upon the life of this shy Warri boy that said yes to life. Grateful for family, staff, friends and business partners, and the hands in the creative industry that have given me so much joy and opportunities to shoot my shot! To all July babies BIG ENERGY all through this perfect month”.
It would be recalled that Richard Mofe-Damijo had opened up on fighting the spectre of death in his life since he turned 59 years old.
The actor in the first photos he posted showed that red is such a stylish color for looking hot, and in as much as many women would always go for the color to get that ” lady in red ” effect attached to their personality, RMD, in one of his post decided to show his swagger in an all-red drip,
excluding his legwear was a white sandal, as he sat majestically and full of confidence in his post which will without a doubt cause many people to marvel.
The actor’s second post decided to change the swagger he will be unleashing on his fans, as he opted for an orange-colored shirt and dark pants, giving him that hit look that many have often admired him for, as he looked absolutely elated and magnificent in his post which offers a lot to see.
The actor revealed that none of his parents lived up to 60 years and turning 60 meant that life just started for him.
According to the veteran actor, his parents were diabetic and hypertensive, and the reason he chooses to consistently go on weight loss programmes to look healthier as he does not want to walk in the path of his parents.
If you’ve been thinking about trying Ghana braids for a while, or they’re one of the top contenders for your next protective style.
Not only are there so many style ideas in the Ghana braids category alone (looking at you, chunky braids and zig-zag parts), but unlike, say, micro braids and box braids that can have you in the chair all day, Ghana braids can be installed in just two hours, depending on the intricacy of the style you choose.
Ghana braids are obviously very similar to cornrows, but thanks to the added braiding hair, you can really play up and customize the shape, thickness, and colors to match your vibes.
“There’s such a great, rich, beautiful cultural history of braiding that has been so diluted, Western culture has developed its own simplified take on Ghana braids.
By the time we get to where we are today to talk about Ghana braids, it’s pretty basic.
Although both feed-in braids and Ghana braids are very similar in technique, Spicy and Trendy say that Ghana braids should end up looking thicker and fuller than feed-in braids. “What makes Ghana braids different is the substantial amount of hair added through the braid for volume,” Spicy and Trendy explains.
“Feed-in braids have hair added through the braid as well, but a stylist is able to manipulate it in a way to where the braid stays the same size.” Another difference? “Hair is usually added for length with feed-in braids as opposed to volume with Ghana braids,”Spicy and Trendy.
How long do Ghana braids last?
Although Ghana braids can last up to a month if properly maintained with products and hair coverings while you sleep, both experts recommend wearing Ghana braids for two weeks only (three weeks max, says Spicy and Trendy) so that the hair doesn’t dry out and take your style from protective to damaging.
Do Ghana braids break your hair?
Ghana braids, like any protective style, can damage your hair or scalp if done too tightly—but you can avoid it. Spicy and Trendy explain that although tension is needed for most cornrow styles, too much tension can do the opposite of a protective style, which is why it’s important to see a knowledgeable stylist and try to speak up if you feel pain during your braiding (easier said than done, right?).
Got all that? Good. Now, to help you narrow down your look, Spicy and Trendy gathered up all the best Ghana braids ahead, the prettiest Ghana braid styles of all dang time.
This Triangle-Parted Ghana Braids Style
The best part about Ghana braids is how versatile they can be, especially when it comes to parting. I mean, how cool is this triangle parting? Even better, this style is made up of only three braids, which means you’ll spend even less time with your braider (no shade—I’m sure they’re great).
Ghana Braids with Cuffs
There is no braided hairstyle that doesn’t look extra cute with beads and cuffs and even if you opt-out of the cuffs, those center-curved cornrows are unique and precise enough to make the whole style.
Just don’t skip on your silk bonnet or scarf at night (or switch to a silk pillowcase if you haven’t already) to avoid messing with your braids.
Ghana Braids with Cornrows
These Ghana braids are anything but basic. The teeny-tiny cornrows not only add a cool contrast to the thicker braids,
but the way they cross over each other takes it from a braided style to a literal work of art.
Ghana Braids Bun with Loose Curls
Leaving your ends loose and curly is such a fun way to mix up your style.
To get this high bun, gather all of your braids into a ponytail, then wrap them around the base to form a bun, leaving a few of the curly ends out of the bun before tucking the rest underneath or securing with bobby pins.
Ghana Braids in a High Ponytail
Mousse is going to be the answer to keeping your braids this fresh and shiny for the full two weeks you have them.
Any time you’re not sure how to style your hair, tie it off into a half-up, half-down style like this.
It instantly gives your style a little extra personality, and it looks especially great with these alternating Ghana braids and cornrows.
Half-Braid Half-Loose Style
Can’t decide between full braids or a full sew-in? Good thing you don’t have to.
Meet them both halfway with this half-braided, half-extension combo. It’s honestly so pretty, and both protective styles will give your natural hair a break from daily life.
Jumbo Ghana Braids With Cornrows
For a more intricate look, ask your braider for mini braids that follow a criss-cross pattern along with your jumbo braids and straight cornrows.
To really make the design pop, incorporate blonde hair or another bright shade of braiding hair (it is the year of blue ombré, no?).
Ghana Braids With Zig-Zag Part
Important tip from Francis to help maintain moisture while wearing Ghana braids (or really any braids):
Keep your scalp moisturized every morning with hydrating leave-in sprays and oils (with a nozzle top) to keep skin soothed and hydrated.
2 teaspoons ground black pepper or Cameroon pepper
1 bay leaf
2 pounds of potatoes (Irish potatoes or Sweet potatoes) peeled and diced
2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 cup half-and-half
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 sprig of fresh dill weed, for garnish
PROCEDURES
Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Mix in leeks and carrots, and cook for 5 minutes.
Boil your diced chicken
Fry the Hotdogs
Pour in broth.
Season with dill (an aromatic annual herb of the parsley with blue-green leaves and yellow flowers, the leaves or seeds are used for flavouring and for medicinal purposes).
Add salt, pepper, and bay leaf.
Mix in potatoes, cover, and cook 20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender but firm.
Remove and discard the bay leaf.
Melt the remaining butter in a skillet over medium heat, and saute the mushrooms for 5 minutes, until lightly browned.
Stir into the soup.
In a small bowl, mix the half-and-half and flour until smooth.
Stir into the soup to thicken.
Garnish each bowl of soup with fresh dill to serve.
Tragedy struck at the Iyana Ilogbo area of Ogun State when a Range Rover, belonging to fast rising Nigerian singer, Portable, hit a bike rider.
The driver of the car, who is one of Portable’s associates, was running errands when the sad event happened.
Portable’s manager, who confirmed the incident via telephone chat, noted that the victim died after he was rushed to the hospital.
His manager, named Theresa, told our correspondent, “I’ll be very fast with you because I’m very busy. I was the one that sent one of his boys to go and buy something for me.
“On their way going, maybe the bike man thought that Portable was the one driving or they wanted to collect money or whatever, but the man drove to the vehicle. That was how they hit the man.“They called me. I left where I was with Portable. We went there. The guy that drove the car rushed the man to the hospital. I got to the hospital and transferred N25,000 to them.“They said N20,000 was for treatment while N5,000 was for X-ray.”
She noted that when she got to the hospital, the bike rider was complaining about pains on his back, noting that his two female passengers were unhurt.
The manager continued, “When I left the hospital, I gave them another N8,000 to take a cab to where they were going to conduct the X-ray. Immediately I left there, I reported to the Divisional Police Officer and the Commissioner of Police.“I called DPO Sango and DPO Ifo to explain what happened.
After 10 minutes, they called me back from the hospital that the man had given up.“When I got the call, I had to call the boy that was in the scenario to go to the station to report himself. He is at the station as I’m talking to you like this.”
When our correspondent reached out to the Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer, Abimbola Oyeyemi, he stated that the DPO had not briefed him on the matter, stating that he would find out.“The DPO there has not sent the report to me. So I’ll find out,” Oyeyemi said.
Portable had last week welcomed a child with his lover, Feranmi, and the naming ceremony of the child was held on Tuesday (today).
World music day is basically to encourage musicians to perform and to celebrate the music that falls into various categories namely jazz, rock, hip hop, classical, gospel, juju, Apala, Afrobeat, rhythm, blues, others are, Fuji, reggae, disco, drum, and bass.
The day, according to history originated in France as a music festival and was later inherited by over one hundred and twenty countries due to its popularity.
In Nigeria, how popular is world music day? Some music lovers in Akure, Ondo State spoke about their awareness of the day
The respondents described music as pleasing and interesting sounds.
A music lover, Alhaji Soliu-Olu Owamoyo, and a music teacher, Ayooluwa Agunloko however expressed concern over the kinds of music produced by new generation singers saying they lacked depth when compared with the music of Yester years which taught morals among other virtues.
A gospel musician, Lady Evangelist Adelegan Olawole-Taiwo said the music industry in Nigeria required timely reformation to bring sanity into the activities of young singers who most times produce music in vulgar languages.
Lady Evangelist Olawole-Taiwo traced the imbalances to moral decadence and poor economy, therefore, suggested improved economy and censorship by relevant authorities as part of the ways to ensure that only music that would benefit the society was dished out.
Some of the Queens of the late Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, have taken to social media to show off the new house gifts they just received from the late ruler as part of their inheritance, following his demise in April 2022..
One of them, Queen Moji while showing off her own house gift wrote “I want to use this medium to thank my husband my king, and my father for this wonderful house gift
It was sudden to us but God knows best we miss you, we love you, but God loves you more
May your good legacy continue to live on my king
May your soul rest in perfect peace”
Also sharing photos of her new house on her Instagram page, Queen Opeyemi OmobolaQueen Abbey expressed appreciation to her late husband for gifting her a befitting house.
She also prayed that her late husband would continue to find peace.
She wrote: “Every day, i wake up to the immense thought of my husband and his impactful life on me before his demise, i give gratitude to Allah.”
“This is one of the numerous gifts His Imperial Majesty Iku Baba Yeye gifted me. A gift of a befitting house was least expected, but my late husband made it happen.”
“Once again, my appreciation knows no limit. Even in eternity, my love for you is limitless. May you find peace wherever your soul is, my dear husband.”
Also on her Instagram page, Opeyemi Omobola said it’s difficult to describe how much the late monarch’s support means to her and her children.
She also expressed appreciation to her late husband for everything he had done for her and for gifting her the new house.
She wrote: “It is difficult to describe just how much your gesture of support in our time of need means to us. To have a reminder from the people that care for us that we are not alone in our grief is immeasurable.”
“This has reminded me a day I breezed into your kingdom as a nobody not knowing a lot of good things is attainable when a woman finally found her missing ribs. You’ve made me a noble person when he was alive and you even planned a notable gift that every living and meaningful soul always prays to own, which is a house, and this is not just a house but a mini Paris located in Africa Continent.”
“This is my heartfelt appreciation for everything you have done for me. Continue to Rest on ATANDA!!! The house you gave to me is the Happiness but as you’re no more alive to keep on rest on your shoulders it a tragic to me.”
