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Friday, 29 July 2016

Mary J. Blige Singer issues official statement following divorce filing Mar J. Blige has reached out to her fans via an official statement, explaining that all things happened for a reason, while thanking them for their support.

Following the news of Mary J. Blige's divorce filing from husband and manager, Martin Kendu Isaacs, the singer has reportedly issued an official statement on her split.

Kendu Isaacs and Mary J. Blige

A rep from the "Stronger" crooner has revealed on behalf od the singer that there is a reason for everything.

The statement which was released today, July 29, 2016, explained that the actress would continue to keep up the good work, while thanking her fans for their support.

Mary J. Blige, Martin Kendu Isaacs

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Read the statement below:

“Ms. Blige is saddened to say [that] it is true that she has filed for divorce, saying sometimes things don't work how we hoped they would... but, there is a divine plan and a reason for everything. Mary will continue writing and working on her album, which is due out later this year along with her world tour. She thanks and appreciates her fans for their support and love through this very difficult emotional time.”

The news of the divorce filing came as a shock to many considering the kind of history the pair share.

The couple were married for 12 years after tying the knot in December 2003 but have no kids together.

Monday, 20 June 2016

Olamide Rapper officially apologizes for Headies misconduct [Video]

YBNL frontline act Olamide has apologized to the organizers of the Headies and HipTV in new video surfacing, pertaining to his controversial outburst at the Headies 2015, where he passionately discredited the Headies for awarding Reekado Banks the Next Rated Act ‘snobbing’ his then fast rising label act Lil Kesh.

The rapper had much earlier some days after the prestigious awards show apologized to the fans for his unsavory behavior, promising not to do such again.

He has however come out to create a public video with the Hip TV boss Mr Ayo Animashaun in the one -minute clip, apologizing to the organizers of the Headies and HipTV platform for his inappropriate conduct, claiming he should have apologized earlier, but has been on tour with his crew of late.

Olamide apologizing to Ayo Animashaun of The Headies and HipTV
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"On behalf of YBNL, I'm here to say a big sorry to the Headies crew, Hip TV crew and Mr Ayo Animashaun himself, if not for anything he has always been supportive, from 2010 when Kaffy brought me to the office, so he's more like my dad in the industry, so I had to find a way to come down here and apologize for everything that has happened.." the 'Shakiti bobo' rapper said.

The ‘Baddo’ rapper on January 1, 2016 pulled a stunt at the Headies award, calling out the organising committee after his signing, Lil’ Kesh failed to win the award for the Next Rated Artiste feeling strongly cheated, expecting Kesh to have edged everyone else in the category to pick up the award which eventually was won by Mavin’s Rekaado Banks.

The controversy escalated with Don Jazzy calling out Olamide too, leading to the rapper taking to social media to rant and hurl curses at the popular producer. The rift was allegedly settled by Nigerian business mogul and billionaire, Aliko Dangote.

Dr Sid Singer finally addresses claims he slept with Tiwa Savage Tee Billz who attempted to take his own life accused Tiwa Savage of having affairs with 2baba Idibia, Don Jazzy and Dr Sid.

It’s been back to work for Tiwa Savage as her marriage to Tee Billz smashed months ago.

Recall that Tee Billz dragged his wife Tiwa Savage on Instagram, accusing her of cheating, emasculation and even witchcraft.

Dr Sid and Tiwa Savage in 'If I Start To Talk'
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Tee Billz who later attempted to take his own life accused her of having affairs with 2baba Idibia, Don Jazzy and Dr Sid.

Now, Dr Sid has come out to refute such claims. He told Daily Post, "Tiwa Savage is, and will always be, a good friend of mine. She is a hard worker. All we need to do is to pray for them and hope that everything is sorted out soon.

Tiwa also said a lot in her interview, so I am sure she has cleared the air on that. On my own, my wife and I are good. Everybody is fine."

"Who do you verify from? How many things would one verify? Let’s be real. If this person talk am and that person talk am again, na so I be. If one person says it and another confirms it, then it is true.

Dr Sid talks Nigerian music growth, new album release and floating new label

I am not really bothered about these things. If somebody calls you a thief and you did not steal why you go vex?

I don’t want to respond to nothing."

As Tiwa Savage gets back to business and promoting her second album, her estranged husband Tee Billz has stayed off the radar. Since his suicide attempt Tee Billz has kept a low profile

2Face Idibia "I wish there was so much more I could have done" singer speaks on OJB's death Recall that OJB's greatest contribution to Nigerian music was his production on 2face's first two solo albums 'Face 2 Face', and 'Grass To Grace'.

Following the death of legendary producer and singer, OJB Jezreel on Tuesday, June 14, 2016, popular music star 2face mourns the late singer.

2Face Idibia was a guest here at saintholublog where he dishes on his career, the late OJB and more.

Speaking on the late producer's death, 2face said, "Working with him was wonderful we made magic together. I wish there was so much more I could have done for him before he died."

Recall that OJB's greatest contribution to Nigerian music was his production on 2face's first two solo albums 'Face 2 Face', and 'Grass To Grace'. Both albums not only made 2face Idibia a bonafide African superstar but also helped instill the belief in our generation that we can conquer the world.

2Face recently got a street named after him by Haven Homes.

2Face Idibia gets street named after him
(Instagram)

He took to Instagram on June 17, 2016 writing, "Yes ooo! Innocent idibia str. One love and a big thanx 2 Haven Homes for the honour. Now u know where 2 find me."

2Face and wife enjoy safari in Kenya
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He also just got back from an unforgettable experience in Kenya where he was exploring the beautiful city of Nairobi with his wife, Annie Idibia as well as winners of the Campari Dare To Mix promo.

D'banj Fans say music star's dad is cute, do you agree? The 'Emergency' crooner shared a cute photo of his dad that has got fans and followers talking. According to them, the apple didn't fall far from the tree in the looks department.

Father's day was yesterday, June 19, 2016 and music star, D'banj took to Instagram to celebrate his dad.

D'banj shares adorable photo of his dad
(Instagram)

The 'Emergency' crooner shared a cute photo of his dad that has got fans and followers talking. According to them, the apple didn't fall far from the tree in the looks department.

"Happy Fathers day to the Best Dad in the world and the Original Kokomaster. I thank you so much for Bringing me into this world and for Raising me up in the right and best way. Giving me the knowledge needed to succeed in this my wonderful journey of life. I love you dad. OooSssHhhEee," he captioned the shot.

See fans reactions below:

Fans react to D'banj's father's picture
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Meanwhile, the singer announced on Wednesday, May 4, 2016, that he will no longer continue his ambassadorial appointment with Ciroc Nigeria.

Just recently, the Slot ambassador took to Instagram on June 1, 2016 showing off his achievements.

He also celebrated his 35th birthday with words of appreciation to his fans. He wrote, “As i turn a year older i want to thank the lord for my wonderful journey , life and story and for making my dream of Being a Vessel of Visible HOPE to my generation come to life. I am Grateful to you lord, mom and Dad ,family , loved ones and my die hard fans ,Ac's, kokolets and mamalets .I won’t be here without you guys and for that i'm Humbled. Love you all OooSssHhhEee. I'M D'banj.”

osas Ajibade ‘This pregnancy wasn’t planned’ actress reveals The mum to be, excited about her pregnancy, tells Genevieve magazine how she and model husband, Gbenro Ajibade didn’t plan it.

Nollywood actress, Osas Ajibade in a tell it all interview with Genevieve magazine opens up about becoming a mother for the first time.

Osas Ighodaro for Genevieve Magazine

The mum to be, excited about her pregnancy, tells Genevieve magazine how she and model husband, Gbenro Ajibade didn’t plan it.

According to her, “This pregnancy wasn’t planned at all. As newlyweds we just wanted to enjoy our marriage before thinking about having kids but life happens. Interestingly, Gbenro figured it out before I did. I wasn’t feeling well and he told me he was going to get me some orange juicee. On returning he handed me a pregnancy test kit. I took the test and came downstairs to tell him the result. We stared at each other for what felt like forever and I said the words “We are pregnant”. We embraced for a long time and seeing my husband who is a true alpha African man in that state of emotion was such a beautiful moment.

This pregnancy has brought out a new side of Gbenro who is usually very calm. Seeing him so excited when he rubs and listens to my belly is the most beautiful thing in the world.

Osas Ighodaro & Gbenro Ajibade
(Genevieve Magazine)

I now call him Papa G and he always smiles when I call him that. Infact, I want 10 kids but Gbenro says I am on my own.”

She also revealed what she does to protect her unborn child. She said, “Losing a child is not easy on any parent so I understand why she is being protective. She even shared with me some Benin superstitions like putting a pin on my clothes to ward off evil and never telling anyone how far gone I am in my pregnancy and I am following her instructions to the letter. We know the culture we are in. Let’s be real, there are bad belle people out there so to protect this blessing we are going to enjoy this moment privately.”

Osas and Gbenro Ajibade had their white wedding on July 4, 2015 during USA’s Independence Day in New York.

Tuesday, 24 May 2016

Seyi Law Comedian apologises for slapping security guard The star comedian stated in his Instagram post that he was not defending his actions, but he wanted to let people know he was prone to making mistakes.

Comedian, Seyi Law has tendered an apology for slapping a security guard at the concert of Kiss Daniel's "New Era" album launch held at Eko Hotel and Suites on Sunday, May 15, 2016.

On Sunday, May 22, 2016, the comedian showed remorse for his actions via his Instagram page, stating that the purpose of his post is not to defend himself, but to show that he is also capable of making wrong choices.

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Seyi Law

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In his post, he narrated how the incident occurred.

According to Seyi Law, the security guard provoked him when he hit the door of his car against his leg as he was making to get out of it.

He said, "I am not writing to defend a mistake I made, but so people would know that I am also prone to faults."

"However, I will oblige you with my own side of the story. The Kiss Daniel's Album Launch show ended and I got in my car to drive out like everyone when I got to the security guy who directed me to the other gate which I did."

"I got to the gate and was asked to go and take the main gate, driving back, I stopped by the security guy and told him, "make una dey follow una selves talk na, you dey direct us go there, another person dey direct us back" and his response was, " how many people don turn back", looking away. "

"I replied him that even if I was the only person, I no reach to tell you and he said, abeg dey go jor. I was shocked, I said so I not fit follow you talk and he said, dey go."

"I looked and saw another security not far off and decided to get down from my car to talk with him, unfortunately, as I opened my car, this security guy pushed the door back at me, hitting my leg, I would not know his reason for this, but it got me angry and I slapped him thrice as I got down."

"I know Eko Hotel has CCTV and if there was any around there, they can release the footage(s). I am not justifying my anger and reaction, but please pardon my behaviour. I duly apologise for the action I took. Thanks for reading. SEYILAW"

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Seyi Law is considered one of Nigeria's top comedians.

Through his great humour, he has been able to stamp his name in the hearts of Nigerian comedy lovers.

See more about the comedian below.

Sound Sultan Singer shows off collection of awards The singer took to Instagram today, May 24, 2016 showing off his achievements.

Nigerian rapper and singer, Sound Sultan shared a photo of his collection of awards won over the years.

Sound Sultan shares photos of trophies

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The singer took to Instagram today, May 24, 2016 showing off his achievements.

Fans however couldn't help but notice the personalized Coke bottles he also included in the shelf as part of his achievements.

Sound Sultan has been active in the game for over a decade, extending his repertoire of skills to acting, movie production, physical merchandise, sports entrepreneurship (he owns Basketball team Lagos Islanders), record label management and more. Music which was the foundation of his successes have grown to play a limited role. He is a fulfilled man, having accomplished all that he has set out to do, including his boyish dreams of Basketball involvement.

Girls night out: Tiwa, Toke, Tania and others join Gbemi for Gbemisoke party

Guests at the first anniversary of Gbémisókè Shoes (2)

Guests at the first anniversary of Gbémisókè Shoes (18)

Guests at the first anniversary of Gbémisókè Shoes (43)

It's once after Nigerian radio presenter Gbemi Olagbegi-Olaterustarted making and selling her own shoes.

Beautiful ladies including Tiwa Savage, Tania Omotayo, Wunmi Obe, Toke Makinwa, Simi, and Fade Ogunro came out to celebrate with her after a successful year.

Others present at the Sunday night gig include Omalicha, Schulz, Tosin Ajibade, Kate Henshaw, Lamide Akintobi and more.

Filmmaker, Fidelis Duker and wife celebrate 18th wedding anniversary

Duker and Wifey — Fidelis Duker and wife

Nollywood filmmaker, Fidelis Duker and his wife Temitope Duker are celebrating their 18th wedding anniversary today, May 23, 2016.

In commemoration of their enviable union, the former president of Directors Guild of Nigeria, took to his Facebook page to share some loving photos of both of them along with a sweet message that radiates a beautiful marriage.

‘Its 18years of Love and Affection from this woman who has been through thick and thin with me. Help wish her a happy anniversary for managing us (me and my three lovely children) as a dutiful manager devoid of strike ….. The Bliss we share shall continue unabated based on the vow we took 18 years ago,’ he wrote.

Congrats to them.

Tuesday, 17 May 2016

‘My wedding ring lasted only one week’ – Bovi

Nigerian comedian, Bovi, who has been married to his wife, Christabel for over six years, has spoken about what keeps his marriage going strong.

Coming at a time when more and more celebrity marriages seem to be hitting the rocks, Bovi who was a guest on Beat FM this morning said, ‘Marriage? It affects many artistes. But there are married successful entertainers. What’s good for the goose may not be good for the gander.

‘My wedding ring lasted only one week. I don’t like rings. And my wife understands. We follow a practical approach to marriage. A ring doesn’t stop my from being good or bad’.

Drama King: The many times Burna Boy has courted controversies

Burna Boy is known for his many controversies. Photo: IG

Nigerian dancehall act, Damini Ogulu popularly known as Burna Boy is one act who can’t seem to catch a break and distance himself from damning controversies.

Blessed with irrefutable musical talent, the Port Harcourt-bred singer has constantly found himself enmeshed in various unsavoury face-offs with the media, fans and even associates.

In the light of his fresh baby mama drama, we decided to take a quick check of the many times the singer has ruffled feathers.

1. Back in 2013 when Burna Boy was just a rising star on the roster of Aristokrat Records, NET exclusively gathered he had developed an ‘uncontrollable’ attitude with the music label.

‘He can’t be told anything to do, he’s a big boy right now. He won’t just listen anymore, the label are frustrated with his actions,’ a source told NET at the time.

He would later leave the label and go on to form his own Spaceship Entertainment in 2015.

2. NET also gathered in 2013 that Burna Boy might have done time in jail as a minor in the UK for being a murder accomplice in 2010 – a period of his life he would apparently rather not acknowledge.

3. His nothing-but-briefs ‘tribute’ appearance at the 2013 Felabration drew the ire of the late Afrobeat legend’s family, who called the singer’s appearance as inappropriate and disrespectful to Fela’s legacy.

Burna Boy strips to panties at Felabration 2013.

READ: Fu*k you and your weed stinking self – Broadcaster blasts Burna Boy

4. In January 2015, the dance hall act threatened Zimbabwean act, Buffalo Soulja after both camps were reportedly involved in a pool side brawl in South Africa.

5. Burna Boy in an Instagram post in May 2015 threatened to cause bodily harm to bloggers who he believed to be peddling false reports about him.

‘These bloggers be writing shit thinking its a game until I see yall face to face one day nd hospitalize or murk u. We gon meet 1day #onsight‘ he threatened.

6. The singer posed with a gun on Instagram in June 2015 and wrote in the caption, ‘This is not a movie or music video. Truss mi daddy!!,’

This despite being the face of some corporate organisations. He later deleted the picture after much criticism.

7. Burna Boy voiced his disappointment at a perceived intentional snub by MTV Base‘s 2015 MAMA nominations in June of same year. Tweeting his frustrations, he wrote: ‘I knew I wasn’t gunna win SHXT cuz I never get wat I deserve but damn this is quite deep.’

The award body was forced to reply the singer that it didn’t leave him out of the list to spite him.

8. Barely two weeks ago, Orbeat – the producer of Burna’s hit song, ‘Soke’ – called out the singer for owing him for his production efforts and also the allegedly unauthorized release of the single, ‘Acting Bad’.

Also READ: Burna Boy, the pregnancy and the baby mama

9. Burna Boy is currently embroiled in a controversy for allegedly putting an unknown lady in the family way and shying away from his responsibilities.

He has seemingly denied being responsible for the lady’s pregnancy, saying in a recent clip posted on social media: ‘fu**ked that girl once and now she’s claiming that she’s pregnant.’

If only the talented singer will curb his excesses and focus more on his musical career.