Thursday, 6 June 2013
Kim Kardashian is currently on
display at LAB ART Gallery in Los
Angeles. Artist Daniel Edwards created the life-size
sculpture titled "L.A. Fertility."
"I was inspired by the beauty of
Kim Kardashian and felt quite
put-off by the media's criticism
of her weight gain during
pregnancy," He said in a
statement. "Such criticism
should be off limits."
"We live in a media-absorbed
culture where anyone can
access and share a celebrity's
most intimate moments," added
Cory Allen.
The unveiling of Kardashian's
sculpture took place on
Wednesday in L.A. Visitors were
also encouraged to rub the
statue's belly for good luck.
No word yet on whether kim
will be one of the
patrons to come by and check
herself out.
A statement issued on Thursday by the rights group and nine other international human rights organisations described the law as "draconian".
It said the law "will formalise discrimination against lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans-gender and intersex people and have wide-ranging effects on civil liberties in the country".
The rights group recalled that on May 30, the House of Representatives passed the Same-Sex Marriage (Prohibition) Bill with a recommendation of a prison sentence of up to 14 years for homosexual relationships.
It noted that the Senate had already passed a similar bill and added that "if signed into law, the bill will also criminalise freedom of speech, association and assembly".
Lucy Freeman, Deputy Director of Africa Programme, Amnesty International, said the bill was "a throwback to past decades under military rule when these civil rights were treated with contempt".
"It undermines basic freedoms that Nigeria's civil society has long fought to defend; the civil rights of Nigerians cannot simply be legislated away," Freeman said in the statement.
The group claimed that the proposed law would also interfere with public health outreach efforts in Nigeria, given the country's record of having the world's third-largest number of people living with HIV/AIDS.
The group added that "The proposed law would hinder efforts to target vulnerable groups by criminalising those who conduct outreach to such groups. It would drive some groups affected by the epidemic further underground for fear of imprisonment."
The statement was endorsed by the Centre for Environment Human Rights and Development, Collaborative Media and Advocacy Platform, Human Rights Watch and Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre.
Other groups listed are Project Hope/Nigeria HIV INFO, Queer Alliance Nigeria, Stakeholders Democracy Network, the Initiative for Equal Rights, Women Advocates' Research and Documentation Centre.
Wednesday, 5 June 2013
The 15yrs old teen cut her right forearm with a meat cleaver, and took large number of Motrin pills. Paris was taken by stretcher out of her Calabasas family house to an ambulance and then transported to a nearby hospital, she was placed under a 5150 psychiatric hold for 72 hours.
On Tuesday night, Paris posted some cryptic tweets via her Twitter account, including, "I wonder why tears are salty?", "yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away now it looks as though they're here to stay."
Kim is not the first Celebrity mom to do this, Playboy star, Holly Madison ate her own placenta after giving birth, January Jones did same thing!
Do you think that's a good idea, or just plain weird?
Tuesday, 4 June 2013
The order, which has been gazetted as the Terrorism (Prevention) (Proscription Order) Notice 2013, affects both Boko Haram (Jamaatu Ahlis-Sunna Liddaawati Wal Jihad) and Jama'atu Ansarul Muslimina Fi Biladis Sudan (Ansaru). The order was approved by President Jonathan pursuant to section 2 0f the Terrorism Prevention Act, 2011 (As Amended).
A statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Rueben Abati, said this "officially brings the activities of both groups within the purview of the Terrorism Prevention Act and any persons associated with the two groups can now be legally prosecuted and sentenced to penalties specified in the Act".
The statement said the proscription order warns the general public that any person "participating in any form of activities involving or concerning the collective intentions of the said groups will be violating the provisions of the Terrorism Prevention Act".
Section 5 (1) of the act prescribes a term of imprisonment of not less than 20 years for any person who "knowingly, in any manner, directly or indirectly, solicits or renders support for the commission of an act of terrorism or to a terrorist group.
"For the purposes of subsection (1) of section, "support" includes - (a) incitement to commit a terrorist act through the internet, or any electronic means or through the use of printed materials or through the dissemination of terrorist information;
(b) receipt or provision of material assistance, weapons including biological, chemical or nuclear weapons, explosives, training, transportation, false documentation or identification to terrorists or terrorist groups;
(c) receipt or provision of information or moral assistance, including invitation to adhere to a terrorist or terrorist group;
(d) entering or remaining in a country for the benefit of, or at the direction of or in association with a terrorist group; or
(e) the provision of, or making available, such financial or other related services prohibited under this Act or as may be prescribed by regulations made pursuant to this Act."
Boko Haram is currently engaging Nigerian forces in a battle in the North Eastern part of the country. The group has claimed responsibility or is blamed for the killing of thousands of people since it launched its violent offensive in 2009. Ansaru carries out fewer attacks and largely focuses on the kidnap of foreigners and attack on security personnel.
A post-mortem examination is to be carried out to establish the cause of death and police say they are seeking information from her neighbours.
The 25-year-old actress made her debut in 2007 with Amitabh Bachchan. She also acted with Aamir Khan and Akshay Kumar.
Her death caused shock within the film industry.
"Never ever seen a debutant actress with more spunk and more spirit than Jiah when I was directing her in Nishabd," filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma wrote on Twitter.
Bachchan also took to Twitter to react on his colleague's death: "WHAT ...!!! Jiah Khan? What has happened? Is this correct? Unbelievable!!!"
Actress Dia Mirza wrote: "RIP Nafisa (Jiah) Khan. You were too young and beautiful…"
R.I.P
Monday, 3 June 2013
According to the US officials, the highest reward of up to $7 million is offered for the alleged leader of Nigeria's Boko Haram extremists, Abubakar Shekau, while $5 million each was posted for Al-Qaeda veteran Mokhtar Belmokhtar and Yahya Abou Al-Hammam, a top figure in Al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb.
"Baby how you gon' be a King when you acting like a Queen?!"
That looks like a clear jab at Chris Brown! Or what do you think?
The Ministry of Aviation spokesperson, Mr. Yakubu Dati, said, "The safety week will be observed from June 3, 2013, and will be done every year in honour of those who lost their lives in one of the most tragic accidents in the history of air transport in Nigeria."
There is a one year memorial service in honour of the victims going on at the Iju/Ishaga memorial Arcade. Families of the victims, Lagos State government officials, including Governor Babatunde Fashola and his wife are at the memorial service.
"I don't see any pee-pees, I'm thinking it's a GIRL." Dr Crane said at his client's visit.
"Oh my gosh! What's the percentage?" replied Kim. Upon being told it was 99, Kim gushed: "I am so excited to be having a girl. Who doesn't want a girl?!?"
Kardashian then added that boyfriend West (not actually at the ultrasound) has always wanted a girl, as she pondered whether her daughter would be musical and concluded. "I just can't wait to see what she's going to talk like and look like. I am so excited about the joy she is going to bring into our lives."
Sunday, 2 June 2013
The pretty Kenyan had emerged as a rather strong personality, as evidenced by her candid Diary Sessions, where she held no prisoners.
Denzel on the other hand, proved to be a colourful character who entertained his fellow Housemates and viewers alike with his zany antics. I doubt his penis avatar will be forgotten anytime soon.
This evening's Evictions proved to be rather taxing emotionally, not only for Huddah and Denzel, but also for Ruby Head of House Beverly and Diamonds Head of House, Feza . The two had to stand in front of their fellow Housemates to reveal their respective "Save and Replace" decisions.
You could almost hear a pin drop as a deafening hush fell over the lounge when Feza stood to her feet to reveal her swap. When she finally revealed she had put Betty up for possible Eviction, the Ethiopian pulled a face and seemed to take it in her stride. Over in the Ruby House, the tears flowed freely after Bev revealed her swap. Clearly, being HoH isn't as glamorous as many people think it is.
When Denzel was told of his fate by Live Show host IK, the Ugandan gave a defeated smile and quickly made a beeline for the Eviction doors.
When it was revealed that Huddah was on the first flight back home, the distraught Kenyan cried bucket loads of tears. Her love interest, Angelo was left shell shocked too. All he could do was sit with his mouth half open in disbelief.
"I'm always wearing expensive things; like now, I have two watches on my wrist. I'm putting on a Franck Muller, master of complication. It goes for at least $50,000. The other is a big face, the same one Jay-Z is rocking."
When asked to describe his fashion style, D'banj said:
I don't know. I just dress how I want to be addressed. Sometimes, I want to look like a biker, sometimes I want to look like a billionaire. I wanted to get myself a power bike until I started making it. I had to decide against it because if I get injured, I would not be able to perform. Right now, I can only ride through video games.
Saturday, 1 June 2013
Although the rapper was initially reluctant to attend the female-only bash, he now plans to make an appearance with Lamar Odom, who is married to Kim's sister Khloe and Scott Disick, the partner of her other sibling Kourtney.
Khloe told radio host Ryan Seacrest: "It's girls only but Kanye will come at the end.
"But then I think Scott [Disick] and Lamar [Odom] might bring Kanye. That might happen at the end. That's what we were all deciding. Because Kanye says he feels a little weird for him to be the only guy at it. I think if all the guys come at the end, it's good."
It was previously claimed Kim, 32, had begged 35-year-old Kanye to attend, but he was uncomfortable with the idea.
A source said: "Kim had to beg Kanye to stop by the baby shower which is taking place on June 2. The baby shower will be filmed for "Keeping Up With The Kardashians," and he just doesn't want to appear on the show at all, period.
"Kim nagged him until he agreed when she said it would look really bad if he didn't show up. Kanye thinks it's silly to even go to the baby shower since he will be the only man there. He will be there for less than ten minutes, tops. It was important to Kim that he go, so he agreed."
State has arrested a
group of 56 terrorists that
were moving from village to
village in search of food,
following a tip off from
civilians.
Some member of the group,
according to the Director of
Defence Information, Brigadier-
General Chris Olukolade, who
were moving around in a
Toyota Land Cruiser Jeep with
registration number Borno XA
428 ADM, suspected to have
been stolen, were arrested at
Daban Masara village while
looking for food.
Weapons found in their
possession included AK-47
rifles, single-barrel shotgun,
double-hand shotgun and
various calibres of arms.
Other items recovered from the
group included seven packs of
Improvised Explosive Devices
(IED), two rocket-propelled gun
chargers, two machetes, bomb
detonators, camouflage and
other military uniforms. They
were also with charms, seven
vehicles and eight tricycles.
Olukolade said that it was
believed that some stranded
terrorists were keen on
establishing new camps.
According to him, most of them
are currently in search of food,
and are being trailed by military
operatives.
The defence spokesman also
disclosed that there were a few
encounters with some
insurgents in forest locations,
apart from the identified and
destroyed camps.
He said that the intensive
cordon and search operation
being conducted by the troops
of the Special Forces received a
major boost from civilian
cooperation in communities
close to locations being focused
in the operation.
Friday, 31 May 2013
Congrats to him. I am sorry i didn't blog about the attack.
P-Square, Uti Nwachukwu, AY, Jude Okoye, footballer Ikechukwu Uche, Senator Ayim Pius Ayim, the governor of Abia State, Theodore Orji and many other close family and friends were there to celebrate with the couple.
Happy married life to them! Congrats. More photo after cut...
This was sequel to a clause-by- clause consideration of a Bill for an Act to prohibit marriage or union entered between persons of same sex, at the Committee of the Whole.
"Marriage or civil union entered between persons of same gender shall not be solemnised in any place of worship, either church or mosque or any place in Nigeria," it said.
Introducing the bill, Rep. Albert Sam-Tsokwa ( PDP-Taraba) said that it sought to achieve a far reaching objective by outlawing same sex marriage and provide punishment for offenders. It also set out a 10-year sentence for "any person who directly or indirectly makes public show of same-sex amorous relationships".
"Any persons or group of persons that administers, witnesses, screen and shields the solemnisation of same sex marriage in Nigeria on conviction, will be liable to 10 years imprisonment."
It would be recalled also that the British Prime Minister, David Cameron, had warned that his country would consider withholding aid from countries that did not recognise gay rights.
In Nov. 2011, the senate approved the bill that would make same-sex marriages punishable by up to 14 years for the couple and 10 for anyone abetting such unions.
The bill is expected to be sent to the Senate for concurrence.
Culled From: Lindaikeji's Blog
Thursday, 30 May 2013
However, the nerves clearly got the best of the Housemates when crunch time came. There was a lot of beating about the bush and lots of throat clearing but ultimately the job had to be done.
Sexy LK4 from Uganda seemed to be the most popular with the ladies. He bagged three gifts - from Selly, Koketso and Beverly. However, the Ugandan hunk broke many hearts and handed his gift to Koketso.
The Diamonds Housemates seemed to have a lot of fun with their Task Presentation and didn't hesitate to expose themselves. It is no surprise that Betty and Bolt did the obvious and kept it in the family. Nando and Fatima also exchanged gifts, while Angelo and Hudda did the same. Looks like the feeling is mutual!
Elikem is the only one who did not get a gift. After much speculation, Denzel handed his penis avatar over to Dillish.
Some of the Housemates who didn't get any gifts are Pokello, Beverly as well as Diamonds House hunk, Elikem.
Reading the Task description to her fellow Ruby Housemates, Pokello was pleased to inform them that, "the men will have to cook, set the table, decorate the garden and serve the ladies."
In return, all the women will have to dress up in their most impressive outfits and look like superstars for the party.
Will the boys be able to pull this lunch off? Which of the girls will be the best dressed?
In a recent interview with Washington radio station 93.9 WKYS, the 32-year-old singer said that both Beyonce and Michelle Williams listened to her emotional tune before she released it.
She said that that both their reactions were positive. [Beyonce] was just like, "I never left," Rowland said of Bey's response to her candid lyrics. "Which was so sweet. It was endearing. She heard how real I was and she was just like "I'm so proud of you" she added.
The powerful ballad also talks about Rowland's past relationships with abusive boyfriends.
Wednesday, 29 May 2013
In her mid-term report as part of the Democracy Day celebration in Abuja on Wednesday, Okonjo Iweala who is also the Minister of Finance said the Nigerian economy is the fastest growing economy in the world, stressing that Nigeria is also now the preferred investment destination by foreign investors.
She noted that over the last two years, Nigeria has experienced exchange rate stability and growing foreign reserves, adding that the high cost of governance is being addressed with the instrumentality of budget.
"The Nigerian economy growing at 6.5 per cent is the fastest in the world. The exchange rate is now stable between N155 and N160. Inflation which was 12.4 per cent in 2011 is now 9 per cent and also the external reserve which was $32 billion two years ago is now about $50 billion and the cost of governance is also reducing," she said.
The minister also explained that the government is doing all it takes to control borrowing, especially domestic, borrowing stating that over $75 billion debt was paid off this year.
"We are now paying debts instead of rolling over. As a matter of fact, we have established sinking fund which will be used to pay off debts," she stated.
The minister also touched on various initiatives by the ministry to cut down cost of doing business, infrastructure, pension fund, milestones in the banking sector, SURE-P activities and blocking leakages in the economy.
The Ugandan, who has spent most of his stay in the House entertaining his fellow Housemates with silly antics, explained the penis avatar in detail.
"It's the male reproductive organ in its full glory. It serves as a reminder that no matter how high you get in life, never forget the people you started off with, even if they are nuts", he said, a big smile plastered on his face.
When he is not creating penis avatars, Denzel finds time in his busy schedule to walk around the House semi-naked.
I wonder who Denzel will present his penis avatar to tomorrow during the Task Presentation.
if you missed what the task is Read Here
This Task is guaranteed to cause quite a bit of drama in the House, as the Task Presentation slowly draws nearer. Some Housemates have already gotten comfortable enough to be more than on "friendly" terms.
The Betty and Bolt coupling is the first to come to mind. What happens should another Housemate hand over a gift to either of these two, while the other watches?
Many of the girls are pretty divas with big egos and it will no doubt be interesting to see who gets the most gifts and how the others react.
A lot of the guys have not revealed who they have the "hots" for, but this Task should definitely blow the lid off secret crushes and expose cattiness and loads of gossip and speculation.
This week, Denzel,Betty, Hudda, Selly and Natasha are up for possible Eviction.
Haram Islamists said his group
has scored several victories
against the military during an
ongoing offensive while
themselves sustaining little
damage, in a video seen by
AFP on Tuesday.
"Since we started this ongoing
war which they call state of
emergency ... in some instances
soldiers who faced us turned
and ran," Abubakar Shekau said
in the hour-long video.
He claimed Nigerian forces
"threw down their arms in
flight."
He called on like-minded
Islamists in countries including
Afghanistan, Pakistan and Iraq
to join the fight to create an
Islamic state in Nigeria.
"We call to us our brethren in
these countries I mentioned.
Oh! Our brethren, come to us,"
he said in the video, which
alternates between Arabic and
the Hausa language spoken
across northern Nigeria.
Nigeria launched an offensive
against Boko Haram on May 15,
after President Goodluck
Jonathan declared a state of
emergency in the country's
northeast, the Islamist
insurgents' stronghold.
The video was delivered to AFP
through an intermediary in a
manner similar to previous
Boko Haram messages. The
images of Shekau in the vieo
are consistent with those
previously released.
The Boko Haram leader was
designated a global terrorist by
the United states last year.
"He still has three years and two albums to deliver, that's what his contract says" - rep for the label said.
Tuesday, 28 May 2013
Earlier today The Chasers were gathered in the kitchen, thinking up ideas of how to keep themselves entertained in the House, when Cleo suggested that they declare Thursday a "No Clothes Day".
According to the Zambian lass "No Clothes Day" would be a day whereby all of the Housemates walk around the House not wearing any clothes. "Everyone will put on only their underwear" she exclaimed.
This suggestion got very animated reactions from the Rubies' boys, all of them had wide brimmed smiles like the cats that just got the cream. But in the end it seems that the thought of spending an entire day in just their skivvies was just too much for some Housemates to handle, especially Sulu who thought it would just be too overwhelming to be surrounded by half naked ladies all day long.
It remains to be seen if any of the Rubies will actually go through with their nudist plans for Thursday. What do you think; would you like to see a "No Clothes Day" in the Big Brother House?
State, Alhaji Umar Farouk Umar
has rejected the house-to-house
search embarked upon by the
Army and other security agents
in his domain after the attack on
the ancient city by terrorists
suspected to be from Niger
Republic.
The emir described the action as
inhumane and unwarranted,
insisting that the people in his
domain were peace-loving
people and should not be
subjected to such experience.
The emir, who spoke when he
received members of the
National Assembly from Katsina
State, on the platform of the
Congress for Progressive
Change (CPC), who visited his
palace to commiserate with him
over the unfortunate incident,
said such things had never
happened in Daura Emirate
because the emirate council had
a comprehensive data of all the
people residing in the domain.
He said the policy that the
security agents had adopted to
checkmate the insurgents in the
country would not address the
security challenges, but would
rather compound the security
challenges.
"We traditional rulers are the
custodians of the people and
are ready to support and
cooperate with security agents
with a view to achieving a
common goal," he said.
He commended the three
senators from Katsina State and
the 10 House of Representatives
members from the state for
their concern, and appealed to
them to come up with laws that
would transform the lives of the
people.
Speaking with journalists after
the visit on behalf of the
lawmakers, Honourable Mansur
Abdulkadir Funtua said lack of
good governance by the ruling
party was the major problem
affecting Nigeria.
He said for almost 15 years, the
ruling party had failed to
address the problems of
poverty, unemployment,
corruption and insecurity while
no good government in the
world could fold it's arm and
watch criminals kill innocent
souls.
The two Diamonds Housemates
couldn't keep their hands off
each other early this morning
and shared a passionate fumble
in the dark, as their fellow
Housemates slept soundly. Betty,
who does not knowshe is up
for possible Eviction this week,
is certainly using her time in the
House wisely. The two lovebirds,
who met each other for the first
time on Sunday evening, took
advantage of the peace and
quiet and kissed passionately in
the dark.
When things got a little too
heated, Bolt jumped out of bed
and rummaged through bags,
pockets and boxes, clearly
searching for something.
Whatever it is that Bolt was
trying to find proved elusive.
The Sierra Leonean then gave
up and headed to the kitchen to
get a glass of water. Thirsty
Betty seemed to appreciate this
kind gesture and repaid Bolt in
kind.
After giving him the smooch of
the century, she slipped her
hand under Bolt's shirt and the
two lay in each other's arms,
with no care in the world. Must
be nice!
Well, it looks like we have the
first official coupling of the
Season! The big question
however is will these two run
the race towards true love
together – all the way to the
finish line – or is this just a false
start?
Monday, 27 May 2013
out terrorists from Adamawa,
Borno and Yobe states
following declaration of state
of emergency said they have
intercepted messages by the
leadership of Boko Haram
urging sect members to
regroup and refuse to give up.
It was learnt that
the interception
made by the
military
communication interceptors
came about as continued
combing of the camps and
enclaves revealed fresh graves,
more ammunition depots,
vehicles and other equipment.
Also, 25 insurgents were
rounded up by troops while
three of them died, including a
high profile terrorist identified
as Abba who has been on the
list of most wanted persons.
A statement by the Director of
Defence Information, Brigadier
General Chris Olukolade while
giving the mission update
reads, "troops of the special
forces have intercepted
messages sent to fleeing
insurgents urging them not to
give up but fight to the end.
"The attempt by some of them
to heed the call was foiled at
the weekend as they were
trailed to some settlements and
towns towards the border
where they planned to regroup.
Troops of the Multinational
Joint Task Force carried out an
operation which resulted in the
capture and destruction of the
insurgents assembly points
sited in the outskirts of
Kaneram Dan Katsina, Tumbu
Dabino and Mallam Fatori area
north of Baga.
The towns and settlements
have now been secured while
cordon and search operation is
also ongoing in the area after
the insurgents have been
dislodged.
Meanwhile, 25 insurgents were
rounded up while three died,
including a high profile terrorist
identified as Abba who has
been on the list of most wanted
persons.
This incident happened during
an encounter with troops of
the task force as the insurgents
were finalizing moves to carry
out an extensive terrorist
operation around Maiduguri.
The captured ones were all
apprehended with their
weapons which include rifles,
pistols, double barrel guns and
various calibres of ammunition
during a raid operation of the
JTF in Kumshe and Bulunkutu
area.
Although they succeeded in
killing a security operative of
the Task Force, they were
apprehended before their
planned infiltration with more
arms to cause mayhem in the
city.
In Sambisa forest, troops
combing the forest continue to
make more discoveries. A man
who had been held hostage in
the forest since last year
escaped bound in handcuffs as
his captors fled during the
troops attack on the biggest
camp in the forest.
The freed hostage is being
treated by the Task Force. The
troops are dominating the
forest as they find a number of
fresh graves, more arms and
ammunition, burnt vehicles and
other equipment".
After only 24 hours in the game, some Housemates are faced with the very real possibly of being sent packing, this early in the game.
You could cut the tension with a knife as the Housemates gathered in the lounges of both Houses, waiting for Big Brother's collosal Nominations announcement. When Biggie finally put the Rubies out of their misery, Selly couldn't contain herself. The Ghanaian hottie looked like someone had knocked the air out of her. She sat in stunned silence as her name was called out and then later burst into tears at the realisation that she could be headed home. Luckily, Zimbabwe's Hakeem was on hand with encouragement and words of comfort. "It's okay sweetie. Just stay focused. It's only a game" he said.
Bassey, on the other hand, did not let his emotions out of the bag and simply looked on as his name was called.
Ruby Head of House, Bev, then went to the Diary Room where she elected to save Bassey from the Eviction gallows. In his place, she put Natasha up.
Diamonds Head of House, Feza, did not budge from her earlier Nomination decision and swiftly saved Elikem from possible Eviction. She put Ethiopia's Betty in his place instead.
The Housemates up for possible Eviction this week are: Rubies - Selly and Natasha Diamonds - Denzel, Betty and Hudda. Vote to keep your favourite Housemate in the game.
Big Brother-The Chase, as it will be known, will have 28 housemates from across Africa, each eying and vying for the $300,000 prize.
The participating countries this year are Angola, Botswana, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Namibia, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
Meet Nigeria's representatives in Big Brother Africa 2013
Go Nigeria.. Good luck to them.
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