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By Niyi Tabiti Chief Reporter Nigeria born music star, Tony Tetuila has formally denied that he has a baby from one Pamela based in the United Kingdom. Tony called http://www.niyitabiti.blogspot.com/ on the phone this afternoon to show his displeasure over the story that was published on the blog sometime ago. Tony, popularly called the golden boy of Africa did not deny having a relationship with the lady but swore that he made sure he protected himself whenever and wherever. "Niyi, you are my person.That thing is a rumour" he said. The ‘u don hit my car’ crooner argued that most guys who are married also have girlfriends but they put their family first. “I just finished talking to her right now. My lawyers are also talking to her over the issue and it can turn out to be a big case. It’s all a rumour and I know she can not tie me down with any fake pregnancy or whatever.I can even give you her phone number in Britain right now. She should get her acts together. My lawyers wi

By Niyi Tabiti Chief Reporter The soft sell media is agog with the story of Aisha Babangida’s marriage to the incubent Governor of Zamfara State, Mahmudu Shinkafi.According to this week edition of City People magazine, Aisha decided to call it quit with her first marriage to Basheer Garba,their first husband because shortly after the wedding the love was no more there. Those who witnessed the wedding of Aisha, the first daughter of self styled ex-military President of Nigeria, General Ibrahim Babangida and Basheer, a nephew of former dictator, General Sani Abacha were shocked that the wedding couldn’t work. It should be noted that Kola Abiola, son of late billionaire Bashorun MKO Abiola was the first man linked to the eldest daughter of the Babangidas. We gathered that the marriage failed to work because Mariam Babangida (Aisha’s mother) would not wasn’t a situation where her daughter would be a second or third wife. Now that Aisha is re-married, we pray that she would have a wonderful

I want to thank you for coming to my daily celebrity news and photos online.In fact, the words of encouragement from people make me want to do more.I also thank God because the blog has surpassed my intial expectation.The responce I get from Nigerias all over the world is overwhelming.Sometimes, its amazing when people call from India,Singapore and all that. Those who started with this blog in January will understand the transformation or should I call it a revolution in celebrity reporting in Nigeria. I have given my time and everything to sustain it.I don't want to shut it down.That is the reason why I have to plead with you our esteemed readers to help us if you can by supporting through whatever means.I hate to do this but I want you to understand that it involves alot of resources to keep this thing floating.We want the blog to remain free and open.If you can assist us,I will be most honoured.You can even place advert.This would go a long way! There is need to expand ope

Story & photos by Niyi Tabiti Chief Reporter Ejiro Gbogunren and Olumide Owode,two lovers based in Australia had their traditional wedding in Warri,Delta State,Nigeria. The introduction between the Owode Family of Ijebu-Ife,Ogun State and the Gbogunren family in Delta State took place on Friday 11 April 2008 while the traditional wedding proper took place on Saturday 12 April 2008. It was an event of great glamour, elegance and style as the Urhobos and their in-laws try to outshine one another.The Urhobo said that they are the achitect of entertainment,the Ijebu laughed and really showed that they are the authentic commanders of 'maximum' enjoyment.The Ijebu storm the place with a long convoy of exotic cars. The couple would soon host a wedding website and you can see the beauty of Nigeria's rich culture. Its sweet to fall in love.I feeeeeeeel like getting married too! When I was much younger, I was so much in love with Mariah Carey (Please help me,is it love

Tokunbo Ibikunle Photo Journalist (captured the event for http://www.niyitabiti.blogspot.com/ ) As predicted, the 2008 Soundcity Music Video Awards did not just hold, it indeed held all spellbound. On the night of Friday, April 11, at the Shell Hall of the prestigious MUSON Centre, Nigeria’s first and foremost lifestyle, music and entertainment television channel, Soundcity, truly fulfilled its reputation of adding value to life with the power of music when it hosted the exceptional Awards ceremony, with all the glitz, glamour and quality entertainment synonymous with Soundcity. The Awards was a convergence of Nigeria’s fledging music industry, and it featured the best of recognition and entertainment as never before experienced at any similar event in the country, with live telecast on cable and terrestrial television, with commentaries on radio transmitted across Africa, the United States, the United Kingdom, and some other parts of Europe. Nas, the American music icon was on han

Story & Photos by Niyi Tabiti Chief Reporter Right now, I am Warri; Delta State for a wedding .I left Lagos around 6 am on Friday but didn’t get to my destination until 6 pm because of the terrible state of the Benin-Ore road. The couples called me Australia about a month ago and I agreed to cover the event.The babe is from Warri, Delta State (Na correct Waffy chic) while the guy is from Ijebu in Ogun State. As a matter of professionalism, I couldn’t change the arrangement because we already agreed! However, I sent someone to cover the SMVA on my behalf…once I get the pictures, I will post them. Last night, I watched parts of it on television. I saw the way the Psquare guys and their brother, Jude jumped on the stage when they won awards. I also saw the trio of Eedris ,Tony Tetuila and Eddy Montana of Remedies fame, when they came on stage to perform.What came to my mind is 'retired but not tired'.Mayb, they should go back to Kennis Music so that they can get all the

Story by Niyi Tabiti Chief Reporter Nas, American top rapper stormed Nigerian this evening. He arrive the Murtala Muhammed Internationa Airport around 7 pm Nigerian time. He came in preparation for Friday's Soundcity Music Video Awards.The star had a slight delay at the airport due to logistics problem. http://www.niyitabiti.blogspot.com/ was at the airport and took some shots of the star but Nas couldnt make any comment on his arrival due to the delay. I later found out that it has to do with the Hummer Jeeps that were supposed to come and convey him to his hotel room. When the two hummers finally surfaced, the car rental comany said they had no enough fuel. Sheila Okonji, the Nigerian born international artiste booking agent advised Nas against taking the risk of entering an hummer whose fuel is uncertain.If the jeep stops on the Third Mainland bridge...my people it won't be palatable. I took pictures of Nas but will post soonest.I couldn't load now! To be on the safe si