Baby factory saga: Men now get paid for impregnating young girls

Shocking stories keep popping up on daily bases. Another baby factory has been uncovered in Ilu-Titun in Okitipupa council area of Ondo State by the state command of the Nigeria Immigration Service. Among those nabbed by the anti-trafficking detectives of the command included five pregnant women, five nursing mothers, five babies, two of which are less than a month old and eight men whose duty it was to impregnate the women-and are being paid!

  The world is fast moving to its end. People are trying to promote evil at all cost in the name of having a baby. I am of the opinion that DNA test should always be conducted between mother and their children so that this latest evil will be put to rest. If there is no buyer, there will be no seller. Some of these buyers even go as far as testifying in the church that God has finally blessed them with a child. Again, those young men hired to impregnate the girls, are they working on full-time or part- time bases?

Pat Utomi, Jimi Agbaje, Queen Blessing to celebrate Valentine's Day with widows

                                                                     By JAMES EMMANUEL

Queen Blessing

  In the spirit of giving back to the society, Nollywood actress, Queen Blessing Ebigieson in collaboration with Olukoga Support Foundation is set to empower impoverished widows in Lagos State and further treat them to an evening of fun, music, and comedy on February 14, 2013 at Ikorodu West LCDA Compound , Agric, Ikorodu, Lagos, by 9am
  Speaking to Jemedia Reports, the sexy actress-cum-producer who runs a foundation christened “Queen Blessing Foundation” noted thus: “I set up the Foundation about five years. I see it as a means to extend a hand of fellowship to widows and the less privileged in the society. The foundation is all about widows and I know that as I have chosen the widows, automatically, I’m getting to the children.
  “Last year’s edition held in Edo State and it was a huge success. This year’s edition will be bigger considering the fact that it’s a team effort. Each of the women will be going home with six yards of Ankara. Sewing machine and monetary support would also be giving out to some to enable them start up petty businesses. Awards will also be giving to some distinguished Nigerians. High profile personalities like Jimi Agbaje OON, Prof. Pat Utomi, Bishop Cletus Bassey, and Hon. Fatai Olukoga who is the chief host, among others,” the star actress of Lori Ere,Borokini, etc said.

Tochukwu Ugafor…Asandrea Collections at its best!

            

               

             Tochukwu Ugafor is a Nigerian designer who knows how to do his job very well and puts smile on his client faces. The Creative Head of Asandrea Collections in Festac, Lagos, started at a young age with his aunt who is a fashion designer. To groom himself on the job, the Economics graduate of Nnamdi Azikiwe University and native of Anambra State went to School Of Fashion, Aba to study fashion designing. The uniqueness of his designs speaks volume and this has made clients to yearn for more.

                     On what triggered his interest in fashion designing, he says, “Well… I grew up seeing my aunty make outfits and I used to help in her then.  I would like to say my passion for fashion and God inspired me to take it up as a career. I have been designing for a very long time however I decided to go into it full time in 2010 after my NYSC.” 

My untold stories –Nollywood actress, Nonye Marvis

                                                                                    By JAMES EMMANUEL

Nonye marvis

At a close encounter with the multi-talented Nollywood actress, Nonye Marvis , what comes to the mind of a movie-buff is that she is pretty, sexy and daring.
   “I believe I have a lot to offer the industry. My dream is to go beyond Nollywood. I desire to act in Hollywood and I know it will soon come to pass,” the sparkling actress said. Ever since she hugged the klieg light in 2011, the burgeoning career of the Imo State-born starlet has continued to witness an upward swing in Nollywood.
  In this hearty chat, Nonye opened up on her Nollywood Odysseys, love life, among other germane issues.

Briefly give us an insight about yourself

I’m Chinonye Marvis, the seventh child in a family of eight. My dad is a businessman while my mum is a trader. I hail from Orlu in Imo state. I studied Biochemistry at Imo State University. Basically I would say my growing up was fun. My elder ones were very protective and grew up that way.

I want to go global with my new single-Melomania

By JAMES EMMANUEL

  Pop artiste, Melomania is set to thrill fans and music buffs with the recent release of his first official single entitled “Listen to the music”. With a fan base that cuts across all age brackets, the Imo State-born emerging act says his music and style is not only unique, but far different from what is currently obtainable in the Nigerian music scene. 
  Born Chukwuemeka Okorie, Melomania is gradually becoming an in-demand artiste and song writer who is set to rule the Nigerian airwaves with his groovy songs.
   Priding himself as a skillful artiste with unique style, the budding artiste noted thus: “I have waited for so long before dropping this single; this is simply because I wanted to come out with something different. The beats and lyrics are rich and enjoyable anytime. I think deep while composing my lyrics,” he said.
Describing his kind of music, the Mass Communication graduate of Institute of Management and Technology (IMT), Enugu, stated: “My music is a fusion of Pop, Hip hop, R and B and reggae.  I didn’t just wake up and decided to drop a single; I started from the choir many years back. At a point I also joined a music group in Owerri called Zion Trend.  That shows that music as a career has been my childhood dream. I also write songs and play some musical instruments including guitar, bass, etc.”
Melomania who is currently planning collaboration with Tuface in his forthcoming album is inspired by a number of showbiz impresario, including, Bob Marley, Tuface, D’Banj and Ice Prince. “In fact, I was inspired into music by Bob Marley’s works,” he disclosed.

OC Ukeje: Africa’s king of the screen

By JAMES EMMANUEL
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If the maiden edition of Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards which held in March 9, 2013, at the 5,000 capacity hall of Eko Hotel was a yardstick to measure actors’ successes, then Okechukwu Ukeje, fondly called O.C., is an extraordinary talent who excelled with distinction.

At that prestigious award ceremony, Ukeje did not only emerge as the Best Actor of the Year, his uncanny knacks for roles interpretation was also exceedingly celebrated by both the organizers and keen observers of the Nigerian movie industry globally known as Nollywood.

That was not his only achievement in the year under review. He also carted away many other movie related awards including ‘Best Actor in a Lead Role’ at the Best of Nollywood (BON) awards which held on Thursday, December 5, in Asaba, Delta State.

Others include ‘Best Actor Award’ at the Nollywood Movies Awards which held on Saturday, October 12, where he was rewarded with a brand new Nissan car; AMAA; and the coveted prize for Entertainment and Talents at the Future Awards which held in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, among many others.  

“Winning the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards was a humbling experience. I had really powerful people to contend with in my category; people that are really good at what they do. This is Africa and I know I just have a few movies in circulation; it is just really wonderful to know that the viewers know I am good enough,” he joyfully said shortly after the AMVCA.

With a unique combination of good looks, an acting prowess and a great voice, Ukeje has set himself apart as an effervescent actor to reckon with. He stands tall with his phenomenal rise, large fan base, cult-like followership, and off course, the anticipated recognitions from industry stakeholders. No wonder he is the first actor to be named person of the year by Nigeria’s most authoritative voice on entertainment news- Entertainment Express.

More trouble for homosexuals, as Jonathan signs bill banning same sex marriage

Nigeria’s President Goodluck Jonathan has approved a bill banning gay marriage and same-sex partnerships that sparked international condemnation, his spokesman said on Monday.

“I can confirm that the president has signed the bill into law,” Goodluck Jonathan’s spokesman Reuben Abati told AFP, without specifying a date but adding that it happened earlier this month.

Abati said Jonathan signed off on the Same Sex Marriage (Prohibition) Bill 2013 because it was consistent with the attitudes of most people towards homosexuality in the west African nation.

“More than 90 percent of Nigerians are opposed to same sex marriage. So, the law is in line with our cultural and religious beliefs as a people,” he added.

2015: Uduaghan to run for senatorial seat, pledges ‘forever loyalty’ to PDP

Governor Emmanuel Uduaghan of Delta State has declared his intention to run for Delta South senatorial district election in 2015. Uduaghan, while speaking with journalists in Asaba, said that there was an unwritten zonal arrangement on where the senatorial race would go at every point in time.
 “When it comes to the issue of election, I have a lot to offer, but the election being one year from now is not what I should break my head  over.”
 Refuting the allegation that he was defecting to another political party, Uduaghan said that there was no need for such a move, adding that he was a foundation and a life time member of People’s Democratic Party, (PDP) and will remain there.

Secrets of my 16-year-old marriage-Nollywood’s tallest actor, Nath Ruskin Georgewill

By JAMES EMMANUEL

If you think Hank Anuku is the tallest actor in Nollywood, wait until you come across Nath Ruskin Georgewill, the congenial Nollywood actor whose height is not only intimidating but also causes ripples, especially in the Nigerian movie industry.
In this hearty chat with Entertainment Express, the Rivers State-born brawny actor who is currently the Director of Guild Services in the Lagos State chapter of Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) shared the story of his life, especially the secrets of his 16-year-old marriage.    

Briefly give us an insight about yourself

My full name is Nathaniel Ruskin Georgewill and I’m from the Ijaw tribe of Rivers State. I was born about 43-years ago and expectedly I’m married with kids. I’m an actor, a model and also a business man.  I’ve also been involved in Apape Local Government politics, where I rose to a top position. At the moment, I’m the elected Director of Guild Services of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Lagos State chapter.  I’m six feet six inches tall; a very friendly, nice and wonderful person. Lots of people say I’m the tallest actor in Nollywood; even at that, I don’t intimidate people with my height.

What are the advantages of being the tallest actor in Nollywood?

It enhances my profile among other actors. It also enables me to fit into different and diverse roles. For instance, I can fit into so many roles; I can play the role of a doctor, minister, politician, and so on, but on the other hand I cannot fit into roles meant for shorter people.

Tell us more about your acting career

I actually started as a model in the late 1990.  During my modeling career, I did lots of great jobs. From there I switched over to acting in 2003; at a point I left acting and later came back fully in 2005. Since then, I have featured in over 80 movies, including My Darling Princess, Weeping Tiger, Total Control, Crying Angel, and so many others. I have also written some movie scripts.

What do you think earned you your first movie role?