MTN Who Wants To Be A Millionaire: 10 years of touching lives!

Nigeria’s most popular TV game show, Who Wants to be a Millionaire (WWTBAM) was introduced in 2004. Anchored by Frank Edoho, this programme has continued to keep millions of people glued to their TV sets every week.

What sets this programme apart from others is the fact that it celebrates & richly rewards contestants for their knowledge of current affairs. It is also one of the very few high-profile TV programmes on national television that appeals to every segment of the population - children, youth, adults and even the aged. Continue...

; GM Consumer Marketing, MTN, Mr Kola Oyeyemi (left) and Ultima Limited’s Mr Tunji Adebakin (right), presenting a cheque of N10million to Aroma Ufodike, the only N10million winner so far, in the ten-year history of WWTBAM in Nigeria.

 As the programme celebrates its tenth anniversary this year, all stakeholders –such as the sponsors, (MTN), the producers (Ultima Studios), the contestants as well as the audience - can all look back with a sense of pride and fulfilment of what the programme has achieved.

The programme has changed the lives of over 167 Nigerians across all geo-political zones by making them instant millionaires.

While we look forward to another 10 years of Who Wants to Be A Millionaire, MTN remains committed to sponsoring this award-winning show and providing much needed excitement, entertainment, education and empowerment to Nigerians!

Pa Kasimu Yero (Uncle Gaga of the “Cockrow at Dawn” fame), flanked by ace comedian, Kofi and famous On-Air-Personality(OAP), Joseph Benjamin, coasting home to a N2million win in November 2012

Sammy Abraham; 58-year old teacher and school proprietor’s sojourn to the WWTBAM hot seat in March 2013, made him N5m richer.

Mrs Winifred Karierien, beaming with smiles as she won N5million on the hot seat in April 2012

Show host, Frank Edoho handing over a cheque to Chief Lere Paimo, while Nollywood actress, Gloria Young (2^nd left) watches with admiration.

Popular comedian, Seyi Law (left) teaming up with one-time N5million winner, Mrs Winifred Karieren (right) to play for “NigerWives”,  an NGO, represented by Mrs Jean Obi (centre), during one of the WWTBAM tenth anniversary special episodes

; N10million winner, Aroma Ufodike (right), teaming up with veteran comic act, Chika Okpala aka Chief Zebrudaya (left) to play for the Committee Encouraging Corporate Philanthropy (CECP), represented by Dr. Mrs. Abia Nzelu, during one of the WWTBAM tenth anniversary special episodes, which was held recently.

Quiz Master , Nnaemeka Ubaekwena (left) and Nollywood actress, Ngozi Nwosu (right) assisting veteran Yoruba actor, Mr Kayode Odumosu, aka Pa Kasumu, to a N500,000 win, during one of the recently held WWTBAM tenth anniversary special episodes.

Nollywood actress, Kate Henshaw (left) and popular musician, Teemac Omatshola (right) celebrate, as Pa Taiwo Akinkunmi (middle), the designer of Nigeria’s national flag, wins two million naira; during one of the past episodes of Who Deserves To Be A Millionaire episodes

Ace comedian, Julius Agwu, assisting former Nigerian international goal keeper, Peter Fregene, to a N500,000 win, during one of the past editions of Who Deserves To Be A Millionaire.

TWO can play the game! Tunde (left)and Wunmi Obe (right), assisting paralympian , Gbolahan (centre) to a N500,000 win during one of the past episodes of “ Who Deserves To Be A Millionaire”

Oyo State First Lady, Mrs Florence Ajimobi, addressing the audience during one of the tenth anniversary special episodes, which took place recently

Lagos State First Lady, Dame Emmanuella Abimbola Fashola, exchanging pleasantries with veteran Yoruba actor, Mr Kayode Odumosu, aka Pa Kasumu, while Quiz Master, Nnaemeka Ubaekwena looks on, during one of the recently held WWTBAM tenth anniversary special episodes

Oyo State First Lady, Mrs Florence Ajimobi, addressing the audience during one of the tenth anniversary special episodes, which took place recently

  So… Who wants to be next guest on the Hot Seat?

Update on police assault of pregnant woman in Lagos

Women's rights activists Dr Joe Odumakin has threatened to mobilize all pregnant women for protest if the police officer that assaulted a pregnant women in Lagos is not disciplined.

A clip which surfaced few days ago on the social media, showing a police officer identified as Arthur Okeke harrasing a pregnant woman with disregard for her condition has continued to attract more reactions.

The victim, Mrs. Rashidat Oyelowo Abdulmajeed recounted her experience while speaking to journalists in Lagos. She told of how the police officer conducted himself very embarrassingly. Find the video here

The victim stated that she was slapped and her hijab was also torn during the encounter on the bus with police officer, Mr. Arthur Okeke. 

She narrated that the policeman was in a seat behind the one she sat on the bus, and he officer leaned forward, resting his arms on guard of her own seat, but her back was also relaxed on same guard.

The woman said Officer Arthur Okeke ordered her to raise her back from the seat, but she had responded that it was meant for occupant of seats to rest their back on. Besides, she said, she told the officer that she was pregnant.

Officer Arthur began assaulting her thereafter.

"He pulled my hijab from the back and forcefully reclined my head backwards so that my head hung over", she said.

Her narration, which buttressed the visual spreading on the social media, included how the police officer ordered the bus to stop and also asked every passenger to alight so he'd torture her more. She said every passenger condemned his actions, but most of them were under trepidation he might harm them.

While the bus stopped,  the officer also called on another who was directing the traffic, on the road to join him in the act, but he was turned down. 

Reacting to the incidence in Lagos, female activist and president of Women Arise, Dr. Joe Oke-Odumakin who received the victim in her office on Friday, called on the Police Inspector General, Mr. Ibrahim Mohammed to take on the erring officer for disciplinary action.

Okei-Odumakin warned that the spate of police indiscriminate molestation of citizens is on the increase and moreso, unacceptable. 

"I trust the IG of police that he will take action on this and bring Arthur Okeke to book. But failure to do this, we will mobilize all pregnant Women and protest police brutality on the street for the sake of Mrs. Rasheedat", she said. 

Meanwhile, the Police Force has not said anything about disgraceful conduct of the officer, despite many communications to it about the incidence.

Severally, the video has been tweeted, tagging the Police authority on social media with the video, but no single response from the police came on it.

Khloe & French Montana caught 'getting it on' in a van at the airport

Khloe & French Montana caught 'getting it on' in a van at the airport

According to Diggzy, who is a Hollywood paparazzi, Khloe Kardashian and French Montana went into their luxury sprinter van to have sex after their flight out of New York to Vegas on Thursday was delayed for three hours. While waiting for their new flight, the loved up couple decided to go have sex. Diggzy claims to have seen the van rocking back and forth. My kind of couple! Hehe..

Why I married Ese Walter - Benny Ark opens up

Benny Ark, the Coolfm Abuja OAP who married Ese Walter, the young lady who exposed her affair with Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo of COZA ministries in 2013, says her forthrightness to speak out about her affair with the married clergyman endeared her to him. What Benny told Sunday Sun below...

"Amazingly, the people around us were supportive and understanding. It was some outsiders who were not privy to a whole lot of stuff that were making some kind of remarks. But the truth is, we were just friends when she told me about what happened. I was pained and hurt because here was a man who I held in high esteem. I only told her to do what she had to do because she felt like she was enslaved by something she didn’t have control over. And when she tried to reach out for disclosure that would have led to her healing, she was treated badly by some people who sent the message that some person is untouchable. I can tell you that she reached out not once or twice. Continue..
In the end, she did what she did for her peace of mind and to encourage others who are in a similar situation. She opened up not because she is the boldest person; she knew that she was taking a big risk. But she opened up because she is someone who has a conscience and will not stand for something wrong. Her making that bold move endeared her to me. When she came out with the truth, I believed her, having heard the same story two or three times from other women. When she spoke out, she was attacked. But I believe that with her simple act of speaking the truth, she not only liberated herself but also other women in a similar situation" he said

Must watch: How to get your man's attention during the World Cup

Sadly Nigeria is out of the World Cup however here is a hilarious video by online marketplaceKaymu.com.ng to pick your spirits up this World Cup Season.

Ladies you want to know how to grab your man's attention during the world cup? Then you must watch this! Guys do not fall into this trap! Watch to learn the trick!

Photos from Justice Oputa's burial

Charly's father and former Supreme Court judge, Justice Chukwudifu Oputa who died on May 4th was buried on Saturday, June 28, at his Oguta home town in Imo State. Charly Boy shared photos from the burial. See more photos after the cut...

Jay Z and Beyonce cut ties with Kanye West and Kim Kardashian?

It looks like the Carters feel the Wests are bad for their image! Sources claim Jay Z and Beyonce have cut all contact with Kanye West and refuse to let Blue Ivy have a play-date with North West… 

From OK Magazine 

An insider tells OK! that Jay Z and Beyonce have ceased all contact with pal Kanye West and his bride Kim Kardashian, who had spent the last two years pushing to get closer to the stars.

“When the rappers were on tour, Beyonce was forced to sit with Kim at shows and hang with her after, and she put up with it through gritted teeth,” says the source.Continue...

Now the newlyweds have even been spending more time at their New York apartment, just two blocks away from Jay and Beyonce’s home there, in a bid to get North to Bond with Blue Ivy. However, the insider says the superstars are fed up with being associated with the Kardashian brand.
“Bey and Jay feel like they’ve been dragged through the mud with all the drama surrounding their absence at the Kimye wedding,” says the source, adding that Jay has actually been moving away from his former BFF for some time. “Jay made it clear to Kanye that he doesn’t approve of the choices he's making in his personal life and it will end in disaster for his career.”

Behind the scenes pics: Danagog ft Davido - Bamidele (starring Emma Nyra)

Davido is unarguably the most featured artiste in Nigeria at the moment, from one artiste to the other.
His latest conquest is with his own HKN artiste — Danagog. Danagog is set to drop a brand new single and music video, “Bamidele”. The single – which was produced by Shizzi and also features Davido – will be Danagog’s second single release under HKN Music. He debuted earlier in the year with Pelemo.. listenhere Continue...

 

HULKSHARE LINK - here Or YOUTUBE AUDIO HERE - here


In his words, “This single captures his life experiences as well as his hope for long-lasting love despite the temptations and uncertainties in the world.”
Check out behind the scenes photos from the upcoming video which also stars the ever beautiful Emma Nyra as Danagog’s love interest. Recall that Emma Nyra also collaborated with Davido recently on a new single 'Elele' & the video also drops soon!
Danagog's 'Bamidele' video also has cameo appearances by B-Red, Sina Rambo, Dj Olu and Deekay.

Follow Him On Twitter - https://twitter.com/DANAGOG_HKN

53 Boko Haram members killed after daring attack on military base

The Nigerian military released a statement today stating that they killed over 50 terrorists yesterday after a daring attack on a military base in Damboa, Borno state. Find the statement signed by military spokesperson Major General Chris Olukolade below...

Over 50 terrorists died as troops repelled a daring attack on troops’ locations in Damboa, Borno State yesterday night.  The terrorists had stormed the troops’ bases and police locations while most of the troops were out on patrol of surrounding villages.

A total of 5 soldiers and a senior officer were also killed while repelling the attack. A cordon and search of the locality is ongoing, while the bodies of the fallen soldiers have been recovered and deposited in the military morgue. The wounded are also receiving treatment in the military medical facility.

In another development, troops on patrol around Baga area have recovered explosives and rifles concealed in a truck loaded with fish and other commodities. Four suspects have been taken into custody in connection with the incident.

At Konduga also in Borno State, a suicide bomber in a Golf car yesterday crashed into a checkpoint killing himself, a policeman and 3 Vigilante Youth members.
  Major General, Chris OLUKOLADE
Director Defence Information

Alibaba calls out soldiers over yesterday's attack

The comedian took to twitter to express his thoughts over yesterday's rampage by Nigerian soldiers on Ikorodu road after one of their colleagues was allegedly killed by a BRT bus. Continue to see more tweets...

Photo: Security operative allegedly shoots bus conductor in Ikeja

A bus conductor was allegedly shot twice at close range by soldiers at the Oba Akran area of Ikeja Lagos this afternoon. The person who took the pic above and posted it online, wrote;

"Soldiers just shot a conductor beside me!! Jesus!! Two shots!! At Oba Akran. Jesus!! At close range fa!!"

Will bring details later. Guess these soldiers are still angry. They need to stop please...

Gulder Ultimate Search, Bigger, Better and Back!

Are you ready for Anambra? The Jungles of Aguleri to be precise? Nigerian Breweries finally announced details of this year’s Gulder Ultimate Search at a media event in Lagos today and call for entry has now started. Continue...

"The Gulder brand will create opportunities for some other individuals, other than the ‘Ultimate Champion’, to go home with their dreams on wheels. But you have to stay glued to your TV screens to find out more”. Said Marketing Manager, Emmanuel Agu

So the Gulderteam is not giving out any expo yet, like who the anchorman will be? And what exactly is ‘The Cube’? But the prize money is fantastic! 10million naira AND a brand new SUV!

Brazil stars rally round stricken star Neymar after World Cup blow

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The 22-year-old suffered the injury in the 2-1 quarter-final victory over Colombia on Friday and had to leave the pitch on a stretcher following a heavy challenge from Juan Camilo Zuniga.

Neymar has been the talisman for the hosts with four goals and his absence is a huge blow ahead of Brazil's semi-final showdown with Germany.

Striker Fred led the get well messages and believes the Barcelona man's injury is further inspiration to win the tournament.

"We have one more reason to play with heart in this cup," he wrote on social media site Facebook. "Neymar, rest assured that our group loves you.

"You were and continue to be the ace of and the soul of our team. The whole of Brazil is praying for you."

Fellow striker Jo and midfielder Paulinho also sent their support: "We had a great victory but also a great loss. Neymar, we are with you always mate," Jo posted on Twitter, while Paulinho added: "Strength, brother."

It was not just Neymar's Brazil team-mates who reached out to Neymar as fellow Barcelona star Lionel Messi also offered his best wishes.

"Neymar, hope you recover soon, friend! Get well soon my friend," he said.

Brazil may face Germany for a spot in the final, but that did not prevent players from the European nation lending support to Neymar.

"Neymar, I am unhappy. Get well soon," Mesut Ozil commented, while Lukas Podolski stated: "Happy with our victory (a 1-0 win over France), can't wait to face Brazil, sad for Neymar. Hope you get better soon."

New Video: ES Plus - Yekelemo

ES Plus has released the video for his hit single "Yekelemo". The spiritual video is a maddening hodgepodge of imagery featuring various classic scenes. Directed by Adasa Cookey. Enjoy...

Kanye West gets booed on stage after he launches into '20-min rant'

Kanye West's self-entitlement continued on Friday night after he launched into a 20-minute rant mid performance at the London Wireless Festival. Kanye paused his performance to talk to the crowd about discrimination in the fashion industry and his promise to marry Kim seven years ago. 

"People be looking at me like I got a problem or something. Like I’m uncontrollable, that I do what I’m not supposed to do.’ Turning his attention to the media, Kanye said ‘They control everyone with rumours & lies. They steal you from you & sell you back to you.’

To the crowd, Kanye asked: ‘How many people here think they’re awesome and have had people say they’re not their whole lives? What have I ever done other than believe in myself?’

They say they won’t negotiate with celebrities…like I’m a terrorist or stupid. I’m not going to name names, I’m not going to mention any names but... Nike, Louis Vuitton and Gucci. Don't discriminate against me 'cos I'm a black man making music.

What he said about Kim and his promise to marry her seven years ago after the cut...

'‘I told Kim seven years ago: ‘I’m going to marry you,’ and I did – all the stuff I talk about, I can back it up. F**k saving face and what it's supposed to mean, it's about living my dream.'

I just wanted to make something awesome and be awesome and change the world, and that's exactly what I plan to do.

Well, after a while, the crowd had enough and started to boo him. They didn't come to hear him whine, they wanted music. After the rant, Kanye continued playing music...