Charity, Fashion and Sheer Brilliance at The Future Awards 2011 Nominees Reception!

On Sunday 19 December 2010, under a bright, beautiful skyline, Nigeria’s most influential youth event, The Future Awards hosted its 2011 nominees to its annual Nominees Reception for charity. Held at Ember Creek, Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, it unveiled the nominees to the public and the press and also was an opportunity to network.
Adebola Williams, Operations Director of the awards noted that “all the nominees deserve to be winners. They are all exceptional individuals and we are celebrating them at this event”. Certificates, signed by members of the awards board: former national planning minister Chief Rasheed Gbadamosi and chairman of The Guardian Editorial Board Dr. Reuben Abati, were presented to all the nominees at the event.
Hosted by Wale Dizzy, on-air personality and actor and Face of Sleep 2010 Makida, it also featured the Get Your Green On! fashion show. The Get Your Green On! fashion show is a Naija-centric campaign where the Nigerian image is celebrated in colour and content. The campaign had designers Zebra, IamISIGO, Onyx & Pearl and House of Nwocha showcased green inspired designs from their collections – giving guests ideas for the awards proper.
The Nominees Reception – which started with the national anthem by new act Darash - also had smashing performances from Chidynma, award-winning MoCheddah, and young rapper, Skales. Tiwa Savage also spiced the event up with a honeyed rendition of Alicia Keys’ If I aint got you before performing her Kele Kele Love. Comedian Castro and Newcomer Hip-hop duo, One Block Away also performed. Guests at the event were a roll call of A-list celebrity including Ini Edo, Mercy Johnson, Uche Jumbo, Kel, Tinsel’s Gideon Okeke, Toni Payne, and others.
The Future Awards 2010 had earlier in the month unveiled the full list of Nominees. The nominees were spread 21 categories. Categories include Actor of the Year, Best Use of Advocacy, Best Use of Science, Best Use of Technology, Business Owner of the Year, Comedian of the Year, Creative Artist of the Year, Creative Professional of the Year, Designer of the Year and Excellence in Public Service. Other categories include: Journalist of the Year, Magazine of the Year, Musician of the Year, OAP Radio, OAP TV, Corporate Professional of the Year, Screen Producer of the Year, Sport Person of the Year, Team of the Year and Young Person of the Year.
The organisers also opened up a two-week window period where complaints can be received on the age or qualification of the nominees. Public voting ends on December 31. The awards night is scheduled for 30 January 2011.
The event was supported by Access Bank, HiTV, Miccom Gold Resorts, Cool FM and Wazobia FM. Official Media Partner is Y! (www.ynaija.com).

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A-Q launch debut Album / A-Q delivers a champagne Album launch party.

Controversial and Imperial lyricist launched his official debut album at a club party held at upscale bar and lounge Club Karma on December 4. History was made as Controversial and Imperial lyricist, A-Q beyond launching his official debut record brought the mainstream music audience with the appearance and performance from star artistes including a launch with a thousand copies of the limited edition jewel case CD of the album as the first debutant and rap artiste to break such a feat.



It was indeed a thrashing night was had by music lovers who rock and rolled the night away when A-Q launched his new album into the small hours of the day.



The night of energetic music included performances from DJ Zeez, Skuki, Iceberg slim, Side one, Pope, Eva, Mtrill, Rico white and the host rapper AQ.



A black carpet and paparazzi session that lasted two hours was graced by celebrity photographer Kelechi Amadi, South African star model popularly known as Cod Read and Rooftop MCs, to mention a few.



It was a loaded line up with emerging stars Yung Drug, MiekHarry and Lagos kicking off proceedings around 10pm for what would be 6 hours of continuous entertainment, with International DJ Spinall backing up all the performing acts. After the first performance, next up was M Trill who gave a huge hi-energy performance and definitely won over new fans with his fast growing new single ‘Trilla’ and ‘Kolobi’, then Iceberg Slim who ensured that the entire crowd sang along as he performed the 'Better than M.I.' track. Pope was next and held the crowd down for almost 15mins running through all his fairly new catalogue of records. Side-one might seem to be taking to a passive mode but his performance on the night revealed otherwise - fans sang along as he performed 'one by one' and his new record, exciting was his set that he left the stage and went into the crowd. Partner and labelmate Xtrim quickly and even when he moved from the DJ booth to make an entry, it was clear that the crowd was ready for him to do his thing; he held the stage as only he can.



With the host, Kris Razor (Beat FM on-air personality) informing the crowd that one half of Skuki was 'in the building', A-Q climbed the stage Just after midnight.



It was an invaluable experience for any A-Q stan, and a truly inspiring evening. It’s clear that A-Q is constantly evolving as an artist and creator track by track. His passion and vision for creating art is far bigger than Hip-Hop.



Like a veteran, A-Q ran through tracks from 'The Past, Present and Future' album. The crowd went into euphoria when tracks like Diary, Soldout, Names where Xtrim came back on stage Nightmares, Blame it, If I should die - a track inspired by Da Grin and Names remix with Iceberg slim, were performed.



One half of the Skuki duo was next performing their hit track ‘Banger’ and new single with Mocheeda, Stamina.



Copies of The 1000 limited jewel cased CD were also on sale at the event for a NGN1000. Digital copy of the album can be downloaded from online store like Nigerianhiphop.net now (Buy here: http://nigerianhiphop.net/2010/12/14/aq-the-past-present-future-buy-album/ ), priced at $6.99 for the album and would be available on Repnaijaartist.com, Mytruspot.com, Zoodrums.com and iTunes shortly.



All in all it was an incredible event, with chamapgne for invited guest, amazing performance set, a 100,000 watts sound system, anchored by Kris Razor who ran the stage for close to 7 hours.



The event was filmed by Hip TV, Soundcity TV, Syndicated TV show, Views and Tunes, TV continental and over the coming weeks it will air on national and continental platforms, other media present.

Suranu: The Next Big Thing From J-Town

By Eromo Egbejule


Jos or J-town as the new generation calls it never ceases to amaze us. Or to be in the news. Some days ago, it was MI Abaga whose new album title, MI2 was trending on Twitter. Even Tom Cruise was so disturbed he thought the sequel to his hit, Mission Impossible had been released without him in it! Imagine!

This year, J-town gives us another new star, the young Suranu whose fiery bars have been doing positive damage (how's that?) all over the ancient city.

Born in 1990 to Rev. and Mrs. Barje Maigadi as Suranu Maigadi in Jos, Plateau State, the rapper is the last of four children and completed his elementary and primary training in Uncle Sam's land. His secondary school education was completed here in Nigeria and he is at present a 300-level Law undergraduate of the prestigious University of Jos.

Love or hate his stage name, the lad does not care and goes on to explain that his real name (which means finished in his native language) portrays him better than any funky alias would've done. That is a testimony to the down-to-earth nature of this young man who began to listen to the rap genre as far back as when he was a kid. According to him, "when I was a kid, my sister always used to listen to the radio. So I was influenced by many different genres. What mostly had an impact on me was rap done by The Fugees and R&B by R. Kelly and BoyzIIMen. As I started growing up, rap music became my main influence; Jay Z, Busta Rhymes, Drake and any other person I could get my hands on." He began actively rapping in 2008 and has continued to develop rapidly since then.

He hasn't worked with any of them Choc City boys but has worked with several other Nigerians including Skales who MI lists as one of his top ten Nigerian rappers this year and J-town music acts such as Verbz of F.A.C., Echo of T.I.C. Endia, Kahli and also the producer, Ajebutta.

I ask him to lend a voice to the growing debate in some circles about who the better rapper is between Ice Prince and MI Abaga, his fellow J-towners. His answer is evasive: "both of them have talents that exceed the normal expectation. in my opinion they're both good at what they do, in their own different ways". But when asked to name his top three Nigerian emcees, Ice Prince tops the list. And there's Naeto C and Mode 9 too. We disagree on who's the best rapper ever dead or alive. I say Eminem but he thinks its the diva Beyonce's boo, Jay-Z.

I tease him that he's too cute to not have a girlfriend but he outsmarts and plainly disappoints me. In his words, "this kid is young and single. I think there's a time for everything and right now is the time to work." So, Eves, now you know. There's a vacancy to apply for in Suranu's life!

In recent times, Jos has been compared to Brooklyn, New York in that some of the best Nigerian rappers are either from or have at one time resided in the city, from Terry tha Rapman to the Chocolate City's trio, Ice Prince and the Abaga brothers but Suranu doesn't think its safe to make that comparison. To him, "Jos and Brooklyn are two completely different places that provide the world with different flavours of music".

I ask about the challenges of the rap industry. He says, "the major challenge in the industry is that as an up-and-coming musician, you are easily neglected. It takes a lot for you to even find someone to give you an ear let alone support your career. Another challenge is the pressure to conform to already set ways of making music or doing stuff. If you dare to be different, you'd probably be pushed aside."Many parents do not support their kids doing music at the outset but for Suranu, this is not so. There's been no objection from them. At least, not yet. Probably because he is the last child and has been spoilt in no small way by them.

Welcome to My Thoughts is the title of his mixtape which was released on the 25th November, today. Is he giving us a free pass into his thoughts to know the bad things in his mind? I'll be too glad to get that pass, I add. His reply is simple. "Welcome to My Thoughts is exactly what the title implies. I'm translating my thoughts into music. if you want to get into my thoughts then you have to download the mixtape." The link to the mixtape is given at the end of this piece. His songs are laced with punchlines because to him, "Rap is a craft and in that craft, certain tools like metaphors, punchlines and storytelling are used. I choose to use more punchlines because I'm attracted to riddles and wise sayings." This dude is brilliant! I then ask about the song "Touch It" and its sexual undertone, if it is an indication that he daring to be different, daring to be the Snoop Dogg of Nigeria? His reply is yet again simple. "The only indication there is for me, is that I'm ready and willing to make good music that I will enjoy and above all what the fans would enjoy too." I ask a favour of him; to freestyle using my name. He obliges and goes:

Egbejule Eromo / giving me some promo/
Introduce me to the world / yes am the way to go

Some of his songs are already online. According to him, a lot of people have begun to appreciate his music. "They walk up to me and say 'good job' and stuff like that for all my songs." Concerning the brilliant video, Good Life, he says truthfully, "Good Life as you said, was brilliant but I can't take the credit for it. The concept came from my manager and producer Charlie X who teamed up with Eddie Lapang who was the maestro behind the art work and effects. "

He likes to keep up with the trends in fashion but is no Denrele Edun and doesn't want to be a fashion icon. He also plans to move to Lagos, the entertainment capital of Nigeria as soon as he is through with his education to make the proper impact on the industry by being "at the front line of the business which is Lagos."

His last word to up-and-coming rappers is to "believe in yourself and your art. And also work hard, really hard because when I started rap I didn't think I was that good, but Charlie X (my manager) told me if I was willing to put my head down and work, ther'de be nothing I wouldn't be able to achieve." I nod in agreement. Good advice.

Just before I end the interview, I ask Suranu something that has been bothering my mind since I saw his cute face. What is his poison? I can feel his smile as he answers: women. I laugh. Suranu is a kindred spirit.


Mixtape:


Songs and Video:

Good Life (Video)
Holiday Party

Let Me Be The 1

Touch It

U Go Know

Talented

SMVAS IN PICTURES

The Good, The Bad and the Horrible...

The Pope blesses us all

Born Michael Egube in Benin City, Pope is the 1st child & only son of his parents with two beautiful sisters. Pope spent his early years at oil-rich Warri before moving to Lagos. Drawing inspiration from a diverse range of influences including Michael Jackson, Bob Marley, Lauryn Hill, Jay-Z and Fela; he started music at an early age, learning to play the keyboard while in primary school. He later added the drums and bass guitar to his repertoire in secondary school, as well as what would ultimately become his foremost skill: rap. By 2008, Pope had become a respected name on the underground hip-hop scene in Nigeria, where he cut his teeth on numerous underground mixtapes while honing his signature melody-driven rap sound, eventually getting the attention of Cackland Music, his current label home. With his two official debut singles just released ('Enjoy'-which he sampled Fela & fused it with jazzy hip-hop to make a classic & 'Baale Baale'-which he made a club hit from only drums) and his debut album slated for release later this year, Pope has effectively proven that he is set to take the entertainment industry in Africa by storm. He speaks with Kanyisola Doherty about his next plan. Edited by ada igboanugo
Why the choice of the stage name 'Pope'?
Well, 'Pope' originated from a Latin word 'Papa', which we all know means father. So the name 'Pope' as a stage name hereby signifies that I'm the father of the new school hip-hop and I'm set to give birth to a new revolution of hip-hop in Africa and the world as a whole.


What will you call your style of music?
well personally I call it 'legend-music' because what I'm doing is legendary....it's a fusion of different genres, with hip-hop & afro-music being more dominant.


What influences your music?
On one hand, it's the artistes I listen to...like Michael Jackson, Bob Marley, Fela, Kanye West...and on the other hand it's stuff I go through personally, or observe in my environment, and sometimes stuff that I see other people go through and I feel others out there can relate to.


Your singles 'Enjoy' and 'Baale Baale' are enjoying massive airplay on radio,should we expect any videos?
The Video for 'ENJOY' would premier in a couple days...Had so much fun during the shoot and it's a very amazing video that y'all should watch out for!


What do you think about the Nigerian Music Industry?
Personally, I would say the Music Industry in Nigeria has started to grow rapidly considering what it used to be and what it is now...but if we look at our foreign counterparts, we can tell that we still got a long way to go.


Your perfect everyday look will be?
Ans: Hmmmmm...A tee-shirt, nice pair of jeans and snickers...I like to keep it simple.

What's next for Pope?
A couple more hits, couple more collabos, a couple of awards, couple albums and what y'all have heard is just a tip of d iceberg...Currently working on a Mixtape with DJ Humility which should be out soon. Its gonna be different, legendary. Y'all should watch out....
The revolution has just begun!!!

THE BRIGHTEST AND THE BEST: Full Nominees List for The Future Awards Unveiled! Reception holds December 19!

It’s the most anticipated list this year! The Future Awards, Nigeria’s most influential youth event, after unveiling its spectacular Young Person of the Year nominees has week, has now released the full Nominees List for all 21 categories.

Voting begins immediately! The voting numbers are 33120 for Nigeria and 80079 for the UK and Canada According to the organisers, voting takes only 50% of the first stage of judging, so winners are not selected by voting popularity – there is a 4-stage judging process involving a Board of Judges and an Independent Audit Committee headed by veteran journalist Dr. Reuben Abati. There is also a two week-period for members of the public to make complaints about any of the nominees to awards Central Working Committee (CWC). Please send complaints to info@thefuturenigeria.com.

All the nominees will be celebrated at an invitation-only media and VIP Nominees Reception on Sunday December 19, 2010 – where they will also be inducted into the elite The Future Alumni Network. The event will also be an opportunity to raise money for Love on the Streets, an NGO working with disadvantaged children of the Dustbin Estate, Lagos.

“This is the first year we are having 21 categories. We have always had 20 categories, but the Young Person of the Year prize is a special prize and ius taken separately from this year,” said Ohimai Atafo, head of the CWC. “We are confident that young Nigerians will find this list highly inspiring and are inctredibly proud of the nominees we have.”

More information is on www.thefuturenigeria.com. Let the race begin!

ACTOR OF THE YEAR

Ufuoma Ejenobor 29

Uche Jumbo 31

Ini Edo 28

Gideon Okeke 27

Matilda Obaseki 24

Mercy Johnson 27

Tonto Dike 25

Gbenro Ajibade 26

BEST USE OF ADVOCACY

Nmachi Jidenma (Celebrating Progress Africa (CP-Africa.com)/Civic Participation) 22

Orode Uduaghan (Pink Pearl Cancer Foundation/Cancer) 21

Tola Sunmonu (Harambe Nigeria/Agriculture) 22

Ohimai Amaize (B.L.I.N.G. Cybercrime/Civic Participation) 26

Emmanuel Odiase (SmokeFree Foundation/Smoking) 28

Esther Agbarakwe (Nigerian Youth Climate Coalition/Sustainable Development) 26

Francis Anyaegbu (Youth in Transit/Entrepreneurship) 25

Muyideen Salau (Students in Free Enterprise/Agriculture) 29

BEST USE OF SCIENCE

Ify Aniebo 27

Otejiri Oghoghorie 25

Bayo Olushola Omoyiola 31

Moyinoluwa Odugbemi 21

Folashade Kuforiji 23

Taiwo Adewole 31

Debo Olaosebikan 25

Owoeye Oluwatoyosi 30

BEST USE OF TECHNOLOGY

Olalekan Ayorinde 31

Nkemdili Uwaje 27

Temi Kolawole 25

Iruoye Tolulope 27

Mubarak Mohammed Abdulahi 27

Saheed Adepoju 25

Mayowa Owolabi 27

Tim Akinbo 29

BUSINESS OWNER OF THE YEAR

Bode Pedro (Veda Technology) 27

Toyosi Akerele (Rise Prints Company) 27

Perez Nekabari (Arden & Newton) 27

Erefa Fynecontry (Doheney Services) 29

Tunde Alade (Dynamix) 29

Karo Agono (Tremor Perfect) 30

Ajiboye Oyeleke (Efficacy Homes) 28

Baye Onipe Patrick (Golden Loaf Bakery)26

COMEDIAN OF THE YEAR

Teju Babyface 31

Princess 30

Seyi Law 27

Jedidiah 31

Tunde Ednut 25

Emeka Smith 27

Omobaba 28

Wale Gates 29

CREATIVE ARTIST OF THE YEAR

Adekunle Samuel Owolabi (Design) 25

Onyeka Nwelue (Prose) 22

Ogunnubi Babadeji (Visual) 22

Aisha Augie-Kuta (Photography) 30

Zainabu Jallo (Prose) 31

Chibundu Onuzo (Prose) 19

Babatunde Adebola (Visual) 26

Jaiyeola Ladipo (Visual) 23

CREATIVE PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR

Osagie Osarenkhoe (Manager) 26

Samuel Olatunji (Publicist) 29

Dimeji Alara (Stylist) 27

Bolaji Animashaun (Stylist) 23

Janet Nwose (Manager) 28

Nike Fagbule (Publicist) 25

Godwin Tom (Manager) 23

Bobby Taylor (Publicist) 28

Toni Payne (Manager/Publicist) 30

Emem Ema (Manager) 31

DESIGNER OF THE YEAR

Bridget Awosika (Bridget Awosika) 30

Ugonma Adegoke (Zebra Living) 31

Ugonna Omeruo (House of Nwocha) 26

Funke Ogunde (Phunk Afrique) 25

Akpos Okudu (Akpos) 25

Yvonne Nwosu (Vonne) 27

Rukky Ladoja (Grey) 26

Ebubedike Mary (West & Couture) 27

EXCELLENCE IN PUBLIC SERVICE

Damilola Ogunbiyi (Lagos State Government)

Oluwadamilola Olushola, 23, (General Hospital Ifako)

Dr. Momoh Rabiu 25 (Lagos University Teaching Hospital)

Hakeem Shagaya 26(Ministry of Finance)

Emmanuel Etim 30 (Africa Union)

Iorfa Tor-Anyiin 27 (Federal Medical Centre, Makurdi)

Fatima Zara Modibo 27 (National Hospital Abuja and Consultant, Human Institute of Virology)

Oladayo Afolabi, 24, (University of Maiduguri)

JOURNALIST OF THE YEAR

Kemi Ajumobi 31 (BusinessDay)

Lolade Adewuyi 30 (TELL)

Toyosi Ogunseye 26 (The Punch)

Nicholas Ibekwe 29 (NEXT)

Latasha Nwugbe 27 (Thisday)

Tolu Ogunlesi 28 (NEXT)

Chilee Agunanna 26 (Encomium)

Yinka Ibukun 26 (Reuters)

Arukaino Umukoro 31 (TELL)

Segun Adeoye 30 (TELL)

MAGAZINE OF THE YEAR

Soundcity Blast

FAB

WOW

SideView

Vibez

Dynamix

Ace

Swag

MUSICIAN OF THE YEAR

Dr. SID 30

Banky W 29

Timaya 30

Mo‘Cheddah 20

Naeto C 28

Da Grin 25 (RIP)

Jesse Jagz 26

J Martins 30

MUSIC PRODUCER OF THE YEAR

DJ Klem 26

JMartins 30

So Sick 27

Tee Y Mix 28

Dokta Frabz 25

J Sleek 22

IKON 25

Sazzy (Osaze Omobunde - RIP) 27

ON-AIR PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR (RADIO)

Tolu Oniru [Toolz] 28 (Beat FM)

Gbemileke ‘Oscar’ Oyinsan 26 (Inspiration FM)

Lorenzo Menakaya 26 (Lion FM, Enugu)

Christopher Molokwu 29 (Cool FM, Abuja)

Tosyn Bucknor [Area Mama] 29 (Top Radio)

Matse Uwatse 29 (Wazobia FM)

Joyce 26 (Cool FM, Lagos)

Oreka Godis 26 (Beat FM)

Dotun 26 (Cool FM, Lagos)

Wana Udobang 26 (Inspiration FM)

ON-AIR PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR (TV)

Cynthia Okpala 25 (MTV Base)

Isio Wanogho 27 (Spice TV/G-Bam)

Efemena Tommy Adabamu 24(Excite on TV)

Kemi Adetiba 30(Maltina DanceAll)

Yvonne Ekwere 25 [Vixen] (Silverbird TV)

Eku Edewor 24 (Studio 53 Extra)

Andre Blaze 27 (Nigezie)

Tana Egbo 26 (Peak Talent Show)

PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR (CORPORATE)

Adeniyi Olutayo, 31, (Head of Internal Audit, Nestle)

Tony Usidamen, 30, (Group Communications Manager, Dana Group)

Kunle Olaifa 30 (Talent Acquisition Leader, General Electric)

Kola Osinowo 30 (Care Solutions Manager, Nokia)

Akintola Olufemi, 31, (Brand Manager, Nestle)

Tokini Peterside 25 (Communications Manager, GD Netter)

Tosin Adefope 28 (Lawyer, Tadef Inc)

Emmanuel Adediwura, 24, (Business Development Manager of Ascent Resources and Educational Services Limited)

Oye Akindeinde, 31, (Chief Information Officer, Compliance & Content Monitoring Nigeria Limited)

Owoeye Oluwatoyosi, 30, (Physiotherapist, Lagos University Teaching Hospital)

SCREEN PRODUCER OF THE YEAR

Imoh Umoren 28

Clarence Peters 28

Kemi Adetiba 30

Mex 28

Soji Ogunnaike 27

Yinka Obebe 30

Onye Ubanatu 29

Chineze Anyaene 27

SPORTSPERSON OF THE YEAR

CHINEDU OBASI (Football) 24

VINCENT ENYEAMA (Football) 28

CHRISTIANA NWOYE (Wrestling)

Desire Oparanozie (Football) 17

MOBOLAJI AKIODE (Basketball) 28

TOSIN OKE (Triple Jump) 30

PETER EMELIEZE (Athletics) 22

JANET DUNG (Athletics) 24

TEAM OF THE YEAR

CelebrityRead Africa

YGC Africa

B.L.I.N.G.

Knighthouse

NotJustOk.com

ConnectNigeria.com

Super Falcons

Jobberman.com

YOUNG PERSON OF THE YEAR

Nnaemeka Ikegwuonu 28– Advocate

Don Jazzy 29 – Entrepreneur

Genevieve Nnaji 31 – Actor

Psquare 30 – Artiste

Uche Eze 26 - Entrepreneur

Nneka (Egbuna) 29 – Artiste

Makinde Adeagbo 25 – Innovator

Ojoma Ochai 29 – Intrapreneur

Debo Olaosebikan 25 – Scientist

Blessing Okaragbe 22– Athlete

Visit Kilonsparkles for full pictures of all Nominees

Superstar Producer Cobhams Asuquo weds his sweetheart Ojuola Olukanni

It was a day filled with blessings, joy, music and love as Nigerian music maestro Cobhams Emmanuel Asuquo wed Ojuolape Veronica Olukanni on the 2nd of December 2010.

For Cobhams and Ojuola, it was truly a blessing to celebrate their union surrounded by their close family and friends. Their marriage was solemnized at the Redeemed Christian Church of God – The King is Coming Parish at the Redemption Camp. The General Overseer of the RCCG – Pastor Enoch Adeboye along with his wife were present at the ceremony and played a major role in the proceedings as they prayed for the couple and helped usher them into married life.

After their church ceremony, Cobhams and Ojuola proceeded to their wedding reception at the Redemption Resort. The theme of the reception was “Pray, Eat, Love & Dance” and they did that and more! Ojuola reminiscent of a Victorian-era princess in her elegant lace wedding dress and Coby perfectly complemented his wife in his three-piece grey-blue wedding suit.

It was an absolutely beautiful event, the reception hall was decked in orange, silver and white, with twinkling fairy lights and beautiful swaths which created an intimate yet festive ambiance. As expected, music played a major role in the proceedings; there were performances from artistes including Bez and Timi Dakolo serenaded the couple during their first dance. Cobhams and Ojuola’s first dance was thrilling and romantic, they held each close and savoured this special moment – then Cobhams twirled his bride and then whipped her up into his arms! It was a thoroughly romantic moment.

A Beautiful Day for A Blessed Couple. BN wishes Cobhams and Ojuola a blessed life together as one!

Source: BellaNaija

We Admire: Kwesi Abbensetts' Photography.

Perspective. Something we are all born with, but something that must be fine tuned over time. Some individuals have perspective so acute, they see things that others can't. These people manage find beauty & wonder in everything. Kwesi Abbensetts has to be my favorite photographer..



his photos are more than just images


his photos tell a story..





a story of power


a story of freedom
















To see more of Kwesi Abbensetts's stunning photographic perspective, click here.
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Crazy Shoes...

I tell you, they don't get crazier than these. Some are fun, some crazy, some hilarious, while some are just out of this world. We bring to you some really really crazy shoes. Enjoy.

Courtesy Giddipages.









Now tell me you don't think they are crazy...lol,

The Police is Your Friend...NOT!

by Noble



A few days ago, Nollywood starlet, Ufuoma Ejenobor, wrote this on her FB status;

“I was assaulted by policemen attached to the convoy of the Lagos State House of Assembly Speaker (Adeyemi Ikuforiji) on the 29th of October 2010. They hit my car and drove on without regarding their act. When I started recording it, they got angry, assaulted me and took my blackberry phone... which they still have till date.”

Normally that's where Naija police stories end, but it's being taken a step further. Today, the Lagos Assembly announced plans to sue Ufuoma for blackmail and extortion. Before I even rant, abeg watch this video of what happened exactly;

listen to what the driver of the police car had to say;

"Even if it is true that we hit her car, which cannot be proven from the video recording, when there is an accident on the road, the first thing you do is not to call a lawyer. So, it was obvious she was onto something right from the beginning and that was why the Speaker directed that everything be recorded," he said.

they hit her car, assaulted her, tried to belittle her as a woman and are now going to sue her? Of all the ridiculous things I've heard in my life. That is why I laugh at Naija police. They are a prime example of the saying absolute power corrupts absolutely. "Even if we hit her", can you imagine the nonsense? HER FUCKING CAR WAS IN THE GUTTER! Why the fuck won't she first call her lawyer? Were they expecting she'll first call her daddy and mommy to cry? She gave them fire for fire and now they are trying to use unjust government politics to further maltreat her? I just love how she entered blaze with them. Why would you hit my car and shout on me on top? Maka gini kwa? O bu onye?

Source: Kilonsparkles.com

Jon gets trashed by Nollywood stars at Writer’s Angst

The Lagos book fair which took place from the 11-14 of November featured a segment tagged, ‘Writers Angst’,coordinated by Onyeka Nwelue, a platform created for young writers to vent their frustrations on publishers and publishing firms.
The maiden edition of the event organized by CORA and moderated by Kachiri Nnochiri, former contestant, AMBO, had discussants such as Onyeka Nwelue (Award Winning Author of Abysimmian Boy) Ifedigbo Nze Sylva(writer) Gimba Kakanda (poet) Eromo Egbejule (writer) Wana Udobang (writer/TV and radio presenter) who was one of the absentees, Prince Adewale Oreshade (lawyer/ poet) and tosin Otitoju (poet/lecturer) who both arrived late and had the curtsey to admit it was very rude of them.
The discussion which graced the Main Exhibition Hall of the National Theatre, Iganmu, focused on the absence of Publishing firms and the ineffectiveness of existing ones in the country. It also revealed how Publishers dictate what kind of stories should be told and the style of writing that should be adopted by writers in other to get published.
Jon Ogah, winner of the maiden edition of Naija Sings and one of the numerous celebrities present emerged to buttress a point on what was being discussed but disappointed his fellow celebs present and the audience by being able to mention famous American Writers but not knowing the author of the age-old world-wide award-winning book, ‘Things fall apart’
The (Nollywood) stars present such Patrick Doyle, Francis Onuoha and veteran publisher,, each trooped out to tongue-lash the singer for his poor memory. Even stage writer, Wole Oguntokun gave his own fair share of criticism. Albeit the misfortune, Jon made a very good point which, in fact, paved way for these same Celebs and others to make theirs and take a cue from.
He urged Directors and Film Producers among the crowd to adopt their predecessor’s method of producing millions of dollar movies today- by making a movie out of Nigerian Books. Patrick Doyle and Francis Onuoha went further to stress the possibility of the idea with Mr Onuoha revealing his missionary journey to take Nollywood round the world and the warm reception he gets wherever he goes. Ace photographer, Soibifa Dokubo was not left out of it as he took his turn advising the young writers to write about their environment and culture rather than tag along the foreign mode of telling stories.
But the supposed ‘Writers Angst’ became the ‘Publishers angst’ when veteran publisher,, took the mic to rant about why it isn’t the duty of a publisher to publish a writer’s manuscript. He cited an example of the Olympics Bronze medallist, Yagazie Chukwumerije and how his success today solely depends on his father’s huge expenses. In his words, ‘’if you want to get published, tell your father to pay for it. It is a two-way thing. Play your own part. Every good manuscript would eventually find a publisher.’’
He went ahead to encourage the young writers to stop waiting to be spoon fed. ‘’They should get out there and get their books self-published. That’s the only pride they’d have over it.’’

UNILAG Law Undergraduate Honoured at LEAP AFRICA Awards

By Olaitan Balogun


University of Lagos (UNILAG) law student, Adeola Austin Oyinlade, who is also the presenter of a programme, Know Your Constitution, on UNILAG 103.1 FM radio station,  has won this year 7th Annual Nigerian Youth Leadership Awards of LEAP AFRICA. Leadership, Effectiveness, Accountability & Professionalism ( LEAP ) Africa is a nonprofit organisation developing dynamic, innovative and principled leaders who will drive Africa ’s realization of its full potential and it recognizes and celebrates the contribution of Young people to Nigeria’s development.

Adeola,  who was commissioned on May this year as United Nations Young Ambassador for Peace for his contribution to National and International development,  was yesterday, Thursday 11th November, 2010,  presented the LEAP AFRICA awards among other four young Nigerians out of over 140 young people nominated for this year awards at Muson Centre, Onikan, Lagos through his initiative, Know Your Constitution.

According to Adeola, "Know Your Constitution" on UNILAG 103.1 FM is a radio programme being presented to Lagosian in a simple language that ordinary man on the street can comprehend.  According to Adeola, ‘the programme asks people from all walks of life on the awareness of their rights as contained in the Nigeria ’s constitution and other laws in force in Nigeria ’. The young ambassador also brings lawyers to studio to educate people on the positions of law to solve legal issues that arise in listeners daily activities. Among Legal luminaries that have contributed on the programme to educate people include, Muhammad Lawal Uwais, former Chief Justice of Nigeria; Mr. Rotimi Akeredolu, immediate past president of the Nigerian Bar Association; Professor Akin Oyebode, International law expert; Professor Oyelowo Oyewo, Dean of the Faculty of Law, University of Lagos; Mr. Bamidele Aturu, Human Rights Activist; Professor Ayo Atsenuwa; Mr. Akintayo
Akinola, Mr. Malachi Ugwumandu, human rights experts, among others.

In his words: "My mission and vision for this initiative is to contribute immensely to expanding the frontiers of liberty, human rights, democracy and happiness of ordinary citizens in Nigeria . To empower Nigerians and Non-Nigerians alike on how to enforce their rights and to achieve Nigeria been delisted from the list of Human rights violation countries". The programme has however empowered Lagosian to make legal decisions on legal matters. Many Listeners who had land issues for example with 'OMO ONILE' after free legal counsel on the programme now boast of valid titles over plot of lands bought when it was established on the programme that reliance only on receipts from the family that sell plots of land gives buyers 'equitable title' not 'Legal title title' until such Land is perfected, it will not stop being subjected to court litigations and fraudulent extortion from sellers most especially when such plots are sold to more than a buyer.

Sill on the impact of the programme, it has created easy access to the Lagos state police incase of emergency and effective response from Lagos state police command to the yearning of Lagosians. Adeola said ‘I invited the Lagos state Police Public Relation officer, Mr. Frank Mba live on the programme to speak on 'the constitutional power of the police and its duties' and i also allowed listeners to call in live to clarify issues. I asked for on behalf of Lagosians direct phone contacts of all 8 police commandas in Lagos state which was disclosed to the public by Mr. Mba himself during the course of the interview so that people can have direct access to the police in case of emergency. The feedback so far from Lagosians and the police gave me joy the programme is having direct impact on people.’

The human right crusader is planning to go to many streets of Lagos and empower Lagosians by giving out 50,000 copies of the 1999 constitutions free of charge on 10th December, United Nations International Human rights day as to reduce the high percentage of ignorance of Law and encourage political participation needed from Nigerians to sustain Nigeria's nascent democracy as Nigeria goes in to general elections in the year 2011. The award winner is seeking partnership from Individual and organizations for donations of 50,000 copies of the 1999 Constitution of the federal Republic of Nigeria and two buses to move people and copies of the constitutions on the streets of Lagos .

Birthday Album Release

The norm is to expect gifts on your birthday. However, this year, Bez has something a little different planned. He is doing all the giving.

This young musician’s rise to prominence has been little short of meteoric. One moment he’s sitting on an ottoman playing his guitar and singing to five awestruck people in a studio, the next he’s opening for world-famous soul crooner, Asa. In 2009 & 2010 he was selected to perform in the global event, Hennessy Artistry Concert Series. Bez can also lay claim to having showcased several rousing performances at Rhythm Unplugged, Sax Appeal, and Lagos Jazz Series.

He was also one of the featured artist on Smooth 98.1fm “Love Music Love Life” Luxury Concert featuring the likes of Angie Stone, Gerald Albright and Mike Stern and he is being touted as the next musical export from the Nigerian music scene.

Bez is currently working with one of Nigeria’s most gifted producers, Cobhams Asuquo. Together, they are crafting a sound that is truly a breath of fresh air. A sound that is distinctly African,Sophisticated and Urban.

Well on Wednesday the 10th of November, Bez turns a year older. To commemorate his birthday, Bez shall give a free concert at De Marquee, which is on the rooftop of Mega Plaza in Victoria Island. He will perform a number of songs from his highly anticipated album. Bez will also debut his latest single titled “Super Sun”, which is the title track of the album. Unlike his previously released gems, the single “Super Sun” rides on a classic hip-hop beat, with a touch of whimsy, but still very rooted in his signature alternative soul sound.

Other remarkably talented artists from the stable of Cobhams Asuquo Music Production (C.A.M.P.) are slated to perform as well.

It’s not likely that watches will be given out, but you are guaranteed to have a great time.


Download Super Sun here

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Premiere - Asa - Broda Ole

Finally an album worthy of a Grammy since Fela has arrived! Asa put in the works to her latest sophomore album titled Beautiful Imperfection, in as much as the album is close to perfect. We all have seen her new video for the first off her official sophomore album under Naive Records titled 'Be My Man'. Here is one song titled Broda Olé (Brother Ole) off the new album which has been released and we urge you to please go buy the album.

“Asa has succeeded a flawless pop album, that doesn’t sound at all like the Africa we knew so far.” Zeit (01.11.2010)

“… everything is produced with calmness, ease and self-confidence. The fact that the wheel was not reinvented is self-evident, but likewise they did nothing wrong.” ”Conclusion: Fine soul-pop without corners and edges.” Melodie & Rhythmus (Nov. 2010)

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11 Most Influential Young Nigerians Under 20

By onyeka Nwelue
Edited by Ada Igboanugo.

22 year-old award-winning Nigerian author of The Abyssinian Boy, Onyeka Nwelue thinks that young people under 20 are perfectly doing fine. He picks out eleven creative minds who are leading the way.

1 Jon Ogah – 19


Right from the beginning, Jon Ogah impressed me. No one can fault the conclusion that he is the most important among all these young people under 20 who are shaping the future of Nigeria. There are people, younger people, who sing better than him, but Jon won Naija Sings last year when he was 18. He is our spooky tour guide through a world of fame at young age, as he became a household name and quickly moved to Arizona State University to study Medicine. Unconsciously, the $100,000 USD musical prodigy has become dear to our hearts. His debut single, Gbedu, in which he features female rapper, Sasha, topped charts and was widely viewed on YouTube. So, while in the country recently to promote his new single, Tonight, which has been favourably received by fans and critics alike, we met up to talk about his career and vision. His style in Tonight has been likened to that of Wande Coal and the tone of the rhythm mooring with Omawunmi’s Today na Today. But in all, Jon has taken us to an arena of bliss with his sonorous voice and good looks.

2 Wizkid Ayo Balogun – 18


Wizkid is like a virus and his influence is an unconscious effect. He is leading a generation of muscular stars with a unique style. Anyone would be forgiven for saying that so much attention is being paid to him, because of his ‘relationship’ with Banky W, which is not bad anyway, but the truth is, Wizkid has a life of his own. Infact, he is a big force to reckon with and he could be tagged the heavyweight champion of the new hip hop generation, punching at his age. Currently a student of Lead City University, Wizkid’s performance is electrifying and his vocals, amazing.

3 Chibundu Onuzo – 19


She is not a musician, she’s a writer. And she’s not only a writer. Her appearance on CNN introduced her to me and since then, she has charmed me. She has catapulted herself to fame for her first book, The Spider King’s Daughter, which has been bought by one of UK’s finest publishing houses, Faber. I hope I get charmed by this book that gets released by the Summer of 2011. For her tale has inspired a lot; Chibundu Onuzo grew up in Lagos. She’s the youngest of four children to doctor parents; she moved to the UK four years ago and is in her first year at King’s College London studying History.

4 Sheifunmi – 19


SheiFunmi is a one-off: an independent-minded blogger, who calls himself a ‘gossip-journalist’, but he really doesn’t gossip. Infact, he has gone on to promote Nigerian and US musical artistes on his website, through series of interviews with celebrities and entertainment gurus. He has forged a strong and happy working relationship with Hollywood, as he is based in the United States of America. However you may want to put it, online, he is more popular than his contemporaries. But one thing remains, most celebrities don’t like him; still he gets to interview them, which shows a lot of commitment, determination and strong-will.

5 MoCheddah – 20


This lousy ranking of MoCheddah as number 5, just goes to show that it’s quality, not quantity that counts. She is sexy and speaks softly like a child, but that is not all. Her single, If You Want Me stole my heart and is on replay on my laptop. Sometimes I don’t understand what she sings, but as music beats to the heart, MoCheddah is my sweetheart and that goes to show how much I see her as a recluse. I actually went to meet her in person, specifically to know her age, which she quickly replied to: “I’m 20.” She is a fabled figure indeed, having released a debut album, Franchise Celebrity which fans love and critics are waiting to tear apart. But then, she is the beauty of the new generation and she is the reason why I believe that young female musicians can hold our breaths.

6 Eromo Egbejule – 19


The most accomplished among all of them and one of the most respected young creative people today – by me. An introvert, a brilliant graphic designer and an engaging writer, Eromo Egbejule organized the “Nsukka Book Trek” in 2009 that preceded the 11th Lagos Book and Art Festival. His simplicity reflects in what he does, as he is a final year student of Bioresources Engineering at the University of Nigeria. He has done investigative journalism for the Guardian during the Nsukka Riot in January. His writings could be found online, as they are scathingly funny and straight from the heart.

7 Noble Ezeala – 19


Noble is the ‘gossip blogger.’ His criticism of the Nigerian entertainment industry is, at once, annoyingly harsh, and humourous. Infact, he has a very investigative eye which could be described as the best. Very nosy about what is happening in Nigeria, while a student at College Park, Baltimore in the US, Noble has the gift of the gods, as he has a compelling way of keeping the readers wanting more of what he has to ‘gossip’ about. Truth is, he doesn’t call himself a ‘gossip’, but we know it is what he does, as he has actually got annoyed with what Ini Edo wore to a party and wasn’t impressed with one of the videos of Wande Coal.

8 Adebayo Oke-Lawal- 19


One of the least well-known designers in Nigeria, maybe, because he’s young? Well, now that he’s the Creative Director of Onyx & Pearl, ‘Bayo, (this is what most people call him) can’t get onto the red carpet and you won’t notice him. Intelligent, focused, geeky as well and amazingly Bohemian in dressing, he has clothed fellow young celebrities, like Jon Ogah and MoCheddah and works at one of the city’s top artsy joints, LifeHouse. He doesn’t talk much, but he does much. He has his eyes set on conquering the world, as he has just graduated from university and is ready to break records with his designs. Still, a lot of people consider his designs as childish, but come to think of it, they are on their way to stardom, like LaQuan Smith was, a few years ago. So, it’s about time we embrace him and say to him, ‘Young man, you are great!’

9 Chizitere Ojiaka – 20


No one on this list travels more than she does. And no one can fault that conclusion too. From Paris to Frankfurt to Venice to New York to Maryland to Lagos to Nsukka and to where angels fear to tread, Chizitere Ojiaka is fearless. She has created a distinctive way of connecting with people. At 20, she is an artiste manager, publicist and final year student of economics at the University of Nigeria and has done investigative reports for newspapers and written for magazines, both at home and abroad. Her images of the Nsukka Riot made the front pages of the Guardian in January. She has been interviewed by Financial Times (London) by famous Kenyan writer, Parselelo Kantai and heads a media organization. Her book on war is already inducing shudders. But the thing is, can she for once sit down and finish it?

10 Mervis Ifeoma Emelife – 19
(Mervis; Front row; second from the right)

She is not just sexy, she is calm and reserved. A writer, poet and motivational speaker, she deserves to be known. She founded Young Visionaries Initiative of Nigeria (which is a youth based organization that focuses on changing the negative mindset that most young people have about their purpose in life, education, success and corruption). Sounds didactic, yes? Well, in 2008, a documentary of her life as a Nigerian teenager was aired by ChannelOne News in New York to about six million students in the US via 24/17 TV. Currently a student of Mass Communication at the Nnamdi Azikiwe University, she is the editor of a magazine in Lagos. Earlier this year, she travelled to the ancient city of Addis Ababa to present a paper on ‘Young People and Stigmatization of People Living with HIV/AIDS’ at the 4th African Conference on Sexual Health and Rights.

11 Aboyeji E. Iyinoluwa – 19


Those who know him very well, find it difficult to believe he got so polished and became this articulate so early. He is politically engaged, maybe thoughtfully and comment-wise. But he’s just 19 and is currently studying at University of Waterloo in Canada, where he heads a publishing firm. He has written articles on the fates of international students in Canada, highlighting their plights. He is very charismatic and persistent, which is why he made the list anyway, but he should set his mind on accomplishing goals that will engage the young Nigerian.


Onyeka Nwelue wrote The Abyssinian Boy (DADA Books, 2009) when he was 18, won the 2009 TM ALUKO Prize for First Book, 2nd runner-up, IBRAHIM TAHIR Prize for Fiction, nominated for the Future Awards 2010, lectured at NSS College, Ottapalam in Kerala, South India, appeared at The Man Hong Kong International Literary Festival alongside South African writer, Andre Brink and has interviewed Wole Soyinka for the Guardian. He is currently working on his debut film, The Distant Light and second novel.

Young Nigerian Leaders advocate for Visionary Leadership at the 16th Nigerian Economic Summit

The 16th Nigeria Economic Summit held recently at the Transcorp Hilton hotel Abuja. This 2010 is acclaimed to be the best and most productive ever. It was the coming together of brilliant minds to strategise the way forward for our great nation Nigeria. For the first time in its 16 year existence, the youths were given an opportunity at the summit through a special youth summit. The youth summit was well attended by leaders of Corporate Nigeria and delegates from The Rise Group {www.risenetworks.org}, the Nation’s Leading youth Empowerment and development organization.
The youth summit was originally billed to discuss the dearth of blue collar workers and vocational training in the country. But the passion and energy of the youth shifted the course of the summit into discussing Visionary Leadership as the primary catalyst for Nigeria’s emergence as a great nation. At a time when politicians were more particular about zoning and not competency, the youths had their own agenda of defining our future by choosing right; the 2011 elections the defining battle ground.
The youth summit of the 16th Nigerian Economic Summit was mentally engaging.


It highlighted the strategy for the emancipation of the Great Nation Nigeria; where the Established [Old guard] must work with the Emerging [Youths] to birth a better Nigeria
Our cause was championed by the brilliant Fela Durotoye, Linus Okorie, Super Toyosi Akerele, Fareeda Muhktar and Tosin Otitoju. The youth summit brought together the deliberation of minds from both the emerging [youths] and the established [elderly] leaders in the room. It was passionately engaging with elderly people standing for over 15 minutes to have their points heard, a proof that together we can make Nigeria a great Nation.

Below is an experience as narrated by one of the distinguished Young Participants:
Adeshina Oyetayo, 1st Runner Up, CNN African Journalist of the Year, 2007

As a writer, I have always held strongly that the value system of Nigeria could only witness a positive change if among other things, there was an availability of biographies and autobiographies of those leaders and role models that a vast majority of youths look up to. And I was glad when this argument was upheld by a panelist at the emerging leaders’ forum of the 16th Nigerian Economic Summit which held Wednesday, October 20th at the Congress Hall, Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja.
According to the panelist, a banker actually, he admitted that Nigeria has a large youth market that must be made to dream audacious dreams by reading the true life experiences and trajectories of those that came before. “Youths need role models in order to have big dreams and a clear vision of where they are headed; and they must be made to realize that hard work pays,” he said, I nodded in agreement. If not anything else, the summation of this particular panelist was like a clarion call to me especially, and other writers in general, to be more proactive with our skills and help re-orientate the Nigerian youth that the surest path to fame and success is hard work and a clear vision.
Another highlight for me particularly was the large number of youths doing wondrously well in their different endeavours and who all came to be part of the forum. I was (still am) bowled by the fact that Adebola Williams is just 24 and yet, we have been acquainted for more than five years; that my friend, sister and collaborator, Toyosi Akerele, founder, Rise Group has in a short while become a successful entrepreneur and compulsive motivational speaker with speaking engagements all over the world; and even more profoundly, Gbenga Sesan’s astronomical heights in information and communication technology and advocacy.
Even the elders present during the Session who were made up of respectable Nigerians who have made commendable impact on the Economic landscape of Nigeria agreed and attested to the fact that we are ‘the turning point generation’.
The NESG Director General, Mr. Frank Nweke jnr should be applauded for sincerely and passionately pushing forward the Course of young people while also believing strongly in their innate potential, creativity and capacity to propel Nigeria to an enviable height.
He also promised to compile the insightful and practical recommendations of the Discussants and send them to the Government for further approval and inclusion in our national policy.

Writers' Angst!

Writers’ Angst
@ The 12th Lagos Book & Art Festival

Date: Saturday, 13th November 2010.
Time: 3 pm - 4pm
Venue: Main Exhibition Hall, National Theatre, Iganmu, Lagos.

Are young writers in Nigeria getting published? Is there a publishing industry in the country? If so, how vibrant is it? What do young writers think about writers’ agencies? What can they do to be heard? Are their dreams of getting published lingering for so long? Are they also writing the stories people want to read?

TV & radio presenter, Kachiri Nnochiri will moderate a panel of ‘angry’ young writers.

Discussants: Wana Udobang (TV & radio presenter and writer)
Binyerem Ukonu (writer and architect)
David Nnaji (Actor, historian and writer)
Onyinye Ihezukwu (Radio presenter & writer)
Ifedigbo Nze Sylva (Writer)
Onyeka Nwelue (Writer)
Tosin Otitoju (Poet and lecturer)
Prince Adewale Oreshade (Lawyer and writer)
Eromo Egbejule (Writer)
Gimba Kakanda (Poet and essayist)

Writers' Angst is co-ordinated by Onyeka Nwelue (onyeka.nwelue@hotmail.com)

2FACE JOINS THE ONE8 GROUP

By Kay Doherty
The one8 group has a final and latest addition and that would be our very own 2face idibia, you will remember that one8 is an exciting group forming in Africa, it now has 8 african artistes and we await patiently for the international artiste, rumours as to who the international artist has gone from R.kelly to Nicki Minaj but whoever it is expect the one8 group to deliver.So far the 8artistes includes; Fally Ipupa,Navio,4x4,Movaizhaleine,Amani,JK,2face. As we await the one8 takeover,here is hoping they take us by storm.

Don't forget to log on to their websites as there is an amazing competition on the website www.myone8.com and stand a chance to win an i.pad.

CULTURE FUSION: LBD GONE AFRICAN

By DOReKA
In 1926 Coco Chanel introduced the LBD as a classic piece of fashion. Since then it has never changed, it has remained perfectly simple yet a sexy object. Through the years, it has undergone hemlines, shoulder, strap and fabric variation but has still remained a timeless piece.
Being able to work a LBD comes with a lot of boldness and confidence as black is a colour of elegance and sophistication.
LBD combines with African prints is extra fabulous. It is stunning, glamorous and elegant all together. It can be dressed up and down perfectly for every occasion


This colourful piece of Ankara made bracelet by Ituen basi can be worn with a little black dress for a casual occasion.


This Ankara neckpiece also by Ituen basi can also be worn on a little black dress with pumps for a red carpet occasion


This beautiful purse made out of African prints can also work the LBD for a classy African look.
A colourful scarf can also help add colour to this ageless piece. The LBD is worth spending as much money on.
First step is to find identify your body type to know what looks good on you then find the perfect LBD and make it your own.....define your style.
Black gives perfection to every body type and is stunning anyway the wearer chooses to rock it!