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This is what happened in Abuja, Nigeria today…while we are still complaining about the state of affairs in the country, now there is another thing to add to the list of crap going on there..bombings! The Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta (MEND) have claimed responsibility for two car bombs which exploded close to the Federal High Court in Abuja. Death toll so far is 10.

This isn’t what we are about, what the f**k? Are we turning into Iraq & Afghanistan? And why would MEND do this? Where so many people are gathered? Fair enough conditions are nowhere near where they ought to be in the Niger Delta & I empathize…but is this really the solution?

A friend made a valid point is MEND behind the bombings? After all their tribesman Goodluck Jonathan is in power…Something to think about…Happy Independence Day.

My thoughts go to the families & loved ones of those who lost their lives.

At the “Keep A Child Alive” Black Ball in New York last night, Sade performed a duet of Love is Stronger than Pride with Alicia Keys. The song is from Sade’s 1988 album Stronger than Pride. Alicia was so overwhelmed about performing with her idol she said;

Oh My Goodness! Look who’s standing before me. I asked Sade would you mind if we sang a song and you know it’s the most difficult thing I had to do in my life, to pick what song. It was so difficult and I actually lost sleep over it. The most beautiful thing is to be able to do something that you’ve never done before and I’ve definitely never done this before. Except in my dreams, I dreamt about doing a duet with Sade and now it’s real.

Look at Sade’s body! Too bahd…this woman is 51! My inspiration to hit the gym hard!

Random Thought: I have to admit I lost some respect for Alicia Keys, after the whole Swizz Beatz/Mashonda drama…I expected more from a woman who sang about Karma…home wrecking I did not expect.. Not trying to judge…Still love her music…and she definitely has that pregnancy glow!

More pictures & video of the performance after the jump.

My Fellow Nigerians…Happy Independence Day! My mood though is far from celebratory. My dad who was 20 when we gained independence, told me that told me that despite religious & ethnic differences there was so much hope and confidence on the day, EVERYONE was celebrating the promise of a great nation…fast forward 50 years and its difficult to capture that exuberance.

I thank God that we are at least free of military rule, but there is still SO MUCH that needs to be done, and we all know the key things, so I won’t bore you with it. So while we celebrate with parties all over the world, let’s reflect for a second on how WE can contribute in whatever little way, to push our country forward…because we can’t continue to wait for others to get it done.

Proudly Nigerian xx

Read an amazing poem by Salisu Suleiman after the jump

After the success of Wave Your Flag, released in support of Nigeria’s super eagles at this summer’s World Cup, Mr Capable & Mr Incredible….Banky W & M.I. have come together yet again, this time for Still Together, their ode to Nigeria…which talks about their loyalty, the future and  their hopes for the country.

This is what makes me proud… in-spite of all the challenges Nigerian youth face, we remain resilient and fight against no power, bad roads, crime, curroption and every kind of crap thrown at us to make our voices heard.

This is for the youth dem…we are the future. Happy Independence Nigeria. #NigeriaAt50

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On the 17th September in New York, Nigeria Entertainment Awards/Arik Air hosted a party for Tuface in honour of his birthday. Celebs at the spot were Oluchi Onweagba, Keke Ogungbe, Dele Momodu, M.I, Kas and many more.

Tuface is looking might fine in these pictures…

Fashion and style took center stage at the La Dame La Muse a fashion event held in Lagos by Temple Muse to celebrate Nigeria’s 50^th independence anniversary. Designers on show at the champagne dinner were; Duro Olowu, Ituen Basi, Jewel by Lisa, Lanre Da-Silva Ajayi, Maki Oh, Momo, Nkwo, Odio Mimonet, Rocks & Roses, Samantha Cole, Sunny Rose, Tebazile, Tiffany Amber who each designed exclusive one of a kind pieces in honor of Nigeria’s golden jubilee celebration. the event was compered by IT girl Georgina Eku Edewor & the evening entertainment was provided by soul singer Bez.

As with most events in Lagos it was a red carpet (in this case black) carpet affair. The who’s who of Nigerian fashion, business & politics turned out in their gladrags & handbags in a quest to upstage each other to mingle, break bread & raise money for charity. Proceeds from all pieces sold will go to the International Women’s Society Charity.

View pictures after the break.

I don’t even know what round we’re at in the ongoing 9ice vs Ruggedman saga? But who’s counting? In the latest round Chinaydu has taken it upon himself to reply 9ice’s Ruggedman diss song (Talk I’m Listening) on behalf of his mentor Ruggedman, with 9ice The Ingrate (The Beef Goes On).

Chinaydu proper goes in hard on 9ice…with personal shots aimed at him…Oh Lawd…talking about someone’s mother abandoning them when they were a baby is a bit much tho…Why can’t we all just get along (**Rodney King Voice**)?

Beef is entertaining for the fans, but as long as it stays on the mic and we don’t get a Biggie/Tupac situation.

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