Leaving It To God? An Easy Escape For The Pastors, Con-men and Rapists in Nigeria

By Okechukwu Ofili

So unless you have been living under a rock, you must have heard about the Ese Walter story. If not, google Ese Walter. Now back to the story…


Ese Walter on Thursday of last week alleged that she had an intimate 1 week affair with her Pastor…Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo of COZA. The whole world (including third world and first world citizens) waited eagerly for the pastor’s response and they were not disappointed. At least if you are a Nigerian, you were not. It was the classic leave it to God response, embellished with occasional screams from an adoring congregation as the pastor made empty statements like:

If Twerking is Egwu-Ukwu Reloaded, What Do You Think of the Oxford Dictionary Definition?

I got introduced to the word twerking just a few days before Miley Cyrus blew up the internet with her version of the dance at the MTV video music awards [see here]. Someone send me a video of a compilation of various people twerking and said, is that not Egwu-Ukwu (translate - Dance of the hips)?

Would You Use Sex as a Bargaining Chip?

By Eky Shirley

Is SEX a Bargaining Chip????

Every couple, even those with marriages or relationships made in heaven, have their moments of disagreement. Sometimes, it could get really messy. Some people have been known to turn their backs to 'hubby' or 'wifey' when they reached out for them after 'lights out'; because they were upset. Some have been known to hold out on having sex with their mates, till they get what they want, have their requests met, etc.

Magazine Covers - Yvonne Okoro on Glitz

Ghanaian actress, Yvonne Okoro is fronting the latest edition of Glitz Africa Magazine, The Cool Issue.

Ella Bethel Puts Ankara and Lace Front and Center in New Collection

Ella Bethel is an upcoming designer, and in the August edition of Zen magazine, she showcases her new collection “Aperçu”. Ankara and Lace take center stage styled into skirts, jewellery and headscarves. Lovely!

Photos - Stephanie Linus Throws Surprise Birthday Party For Husband Linus Idahosa

Stephanie Linus threw a surprise party for her husband Linus Idahosa whose birthday was last Sunday aboard a yacht in Lagos. The guest list included Uche Jombo, Kate Henshaw and Emem Isong and Frank Edoho.

The Secret is Out For Olivia Pope In Season 3 of Scandal - Oct 3

In the newly released poster, Kerry Washington as Olivia Pope is looking down in profile, with the caption, "The secret is out." I'm sure we all know the secret they're talking about - that Olivia Pope is President Fitz's  mistress was revealed in the last minutes of Season 2. Personally, I also want to know more about her father, and why she loves Fitz so much she can't let go. Fitz is a married man you'all :)


Read More - 14 Things to Know About Season 3 of Scandal Coming October 3

Mommy Time - Titi Oyinsan and The Twins Hangout With Pregnant Kaffy

When you have twins, like Titi Oyinsan, the best mommy times are when you can find an extra pair of hands or more to help you hold the babies. There were several willing hands at the Project Fame Studios when Titi went over there with her twins for a meeting. From dancer Kaffy, to Benneth Ogbeiwi to the twin's grandfather, all were happy to carry Amber and Ruby.

Barack Obama and Michelle at the Martin Luther King March on Washington Commemoration

Yesterday, America remembered one of the iconic figures and moments of the fight for justice and equality in the country. 50 years ago, Dr. Martin Luther King (Jnr) delivered his rousing I have a Dream speech on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC in front of a crowd of hundreds of thousands who had marched to Washington to demand their civil rights.

Biola Alabi Wins Businesswoman of the Year at the CNBC All Africa Business Leaders Awards

Biola Alabi of M-Net leads the list of winners announced last night, 28 August 2013 for the West African round of the Johnnie Walker Blue Label CNBC Africa All Africa Business Leaders Awards (AABLA) held at the Intercontinental Hotel in Lagos, Nigeria.