Idoma International Carnival Blog: January 2015

Saturday 31 January 2015

Davido – The Sound ft. Uhuru, DJ Buckz [VIDEO]

O.B.O returns with “The Sound”! Dude actually jumped off a plane in this video. Now that’s how you take things to the next level. 2015 and beyond, we move! “Obviously Davido had a successful year thru 2014, winning multiple awards and an additional endorsement deal with Close Up.

He is working incredibly hard on completing his Sophomore album with award and endorsement worthy music. The Sound ft. Uhuru & Dj Buckz is evidently a solid hit to usher the number one artist in Africa: Davido (OBO, The Baddest) into 2015.

The Nigerian Army has reportedly arrested seven of its senior officers over the recent attack by Boko Haram in Baga, Borno State.

The officers arrested include a Brigadier General, a Lieutenant Colonel and five others who were on assignment at the headquarters of the Multinational Joint Task Force in the town.

The military base was taken over by Boko Haram after a fierce battle on January 5, 2015.

The officers in question were apprended in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, and have been moved to Abuja for interrogation,Punch reports.

YBNL Boss Olamide is now a father and it is a baby boy. The Nigerian ace indigenous rapper who only few days ago announced the signing of two more artistes to his record company made the disclosure last night.

Bruce Jenner's family is now regularly leaking out stories that have been obvious to all for quite some time ... that the Jenner patriarch is becoming a woman.

The latest leak is to "People," quoting a family source that Bruce is making the change. Bruce underwent an operation called a laryngal shave, to smooth out his Adam's Apple about a year ago.

It Is believed now that Bruce is now far along in the process, has undergone various procedures and psychological counseling, and is ready to show his journey to the world.

Tens of thousands of people have massed in central Madrid for a rally organised by radical Spanish leftists Podemos.

The "March for Change" is one of the party's first outdoor mass rallies, as it looks to build on the recent victory of its close allies Syriza in Greece.

Podemos has surged into the lead in recent opinion polls, and says it will seek to write off part of Spain's debt if it wins elections later this year.

M.I Abaga

M.I Abaga has gotten a lot of questions about his personal life and if he would be getting married soon.

In an interview with Punch Newspaper’s Saturday Beats, the rapper addresses his relationship status and if he will be getting married soon.

He also talks about a recent interview that Kelly Hansome had in which he stated that he had created M.I’s success (click here if you missed it), whether or not there is animosity between him and Olamide and much more.

Read excerpts from his interview below.

New Video - Lola Rae, Iyanya - Fi Mi Le - May 2014 - BellaNaija.com

Sexy, sultry singer, Lola Rae has dropped new singles recently as she makes a comeback into the Nigerian music industry.

The British-Ghanaian-Nigerian singer had a chat with Vanguard newspaper and she talks about making a comeback to the music industry, her love for music, her speculated relationship with Iyanya and more.

Serena Williams won her 19th Grand Slam title, continued her unbeaten run in six Australian Open finals and extended her decade-long domination of Maria Sharapova with a 6-3, 7-6 (5) victory despite a hacking cough on Saturday night.

After celebrating prematurely on her third match point, letting her racket go before hearing a let call to what she thought was an ace, Williams had to quickly re-gather her composure.

Kanye West and Kim met the president at a State Dinner. Kim just shared the pic on her instagram page which has a hand written note from the president "Thanks for the support, and best wishes to you and your daughter"

Nigerian army Orders the Relocation of Over 200 female soldiers from Maiduguri

According to a report by Sahara Reporters, the Nigerian military authorities are moving female soldiers based in various army formations in Maiduguri and other parts of Borno State to Abuja as the army anticipates a massive attack on Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, by Boko Haram.

Photos: Peter & Paul Okoye of PSquare Laid Their Dad to Rest

They buried their father, who passed away in November, at his hometown in Ifitedunu, Anambra State.

They started the weekend with s Service of Songs on Thursday after which Peter and Paul paid a courtesy visit to the monarch of the village.

Oga Landlord Foundation and Agila Carnival invite you to be part of the Unveiling of its Idoma Scholarship initiative in Otukpo, Benue State, Nigeria.

This event is energized by Door2Door and supported by Double K Hotel, Naijatainment Media and Joy FM

Nigeria’s Shola Ameobi has joined English Premiership outfit, Crystal Palace till the end of the season.

The striker left Turkish club Gaziantep in December and Selhurst Park has been his preferred destination for a Barclays Premier League return despite interest from West Bromwich Albion.

Few years ago, Nollywood actor, Prince James Uche fell ill after something struck him on his face.

In 2012, his wife abandoned him because she could no longer cope with the burden of taking care of him and their three children.

According to Punch, the actor who is still battling with an undefined heart disease, memory and sight loss, has been served an eviction notice by his landlord, ordering him to vacate his residence at 45, Yetunde Brown Street, Gbagada, Lagos.

Shakira & Gerard

Singer Shakira has given birth to her second child, another son, with footballer boyfriend Gerard Piqué.

The name of the family’s new addition has been revealed as ‘Sasha’, which means ‘Alexander’ in Russian.

Muhammadu Buhari

All Progressive Congress (APC) presidential candidate Muhammadu Buhari will be in Lagos today, January 30th for the party’s presidential campaign rally.

The rally which commenced at 7 a.m, is taking place at Teslim Balogun Stadium in Surulere, Daily Times reports.

The night saw a bevy of beautiful ladies who brought their best and made it a tough decision for the judges.

The ladies gave a lovely mime in their cultural attires and traditional dance routines.

The Face of Idoma is Organised by Agila Carnival which has taken it upon itself in showcasing the beautiful and intelligent ladies the Idoma Nation can boost of. Giving them a huge platform in pursuing their dreams in life.

The night witnessed the presence and performance of the Nigerian ace singer 2Face Idibia among other great acts ranging from comedians, dancers and lots more.

See the pic story after the cut...