Nicki Minaj in new V magazine shoot

Nicki is the cover girl for the December issue of V magazine and she slays in the sexy shoot shot by famed photographer, Mario Testino. See more photos after the cut...

Beyoncé Sued for Allegedly Copying ‘XO’ Song

Beyoncé has been having a splendid year up till now – because according to TMZ, someone is suing the queen Bee for stealing a song from her.

According to the up and coming singer Javon Lane, Beyoncé stole his song ‘XO’ and put it on her fifth studio album.

Javon Lane claims he wrote a number named ‘XOXO’ and shared it with another singer who does background vocals for Beyoncé, the track supposedly ended up in her hands and a copycat track emerged. Beyoncé is now being sued for $3 million.

both versions of the song below!

Javon’s version 

Beyoncé’s version 

Dangote Group reduces cement price from N1700 to N1000

Dangote Cement Plc has announced a 41% reduction in the prices of cement, with the different grades now selling for between N1,000 and N1,150, exclusive of Value Added Tax. Now, 50kg of the 32.5 cement grade sells for N1,000, while the higher 42.5 grade will go for N1,150 per bag instead of the current N1,700 that both grades were sold for.

 

The new price structure was announced by the Group MD, Dangote Cement, Mr. Devakumar Edwin, who said 

“We recognise the need for a dramatic increase in the response to the huge infrastructure and housing deficit in the country, and one of the ways of addressing the issue is bringing the price of building materials down to much more affordable levels, especially cement, which is within our own control as part of our contribution to the transformation agenda of the President Goodluck Jonathan administration and the attainment of key milestones in the Millennium Development Goals.”

New Video: Iyanya – Finito

Miley Cyrus, Latest Face of MAC’s Viva Glam for 2015!

MAC Cosmetics has announced Miley Cyrus as the latest face of its annual Viva Glam collection for 2015.

Miley joins a fab list of celebrity Viva Glam spokeswomen like Rihanna, Nicki Minaj and Lady Gaga (that’s quite a list). Her first shade is an electric pink.

Price – Lipstick: $16, lipglass: $15 hitting shelves in January – all cash gotten will go to the MAC AIDS Fund

Story/Pic of the day: Selfies might get you killed. Please stop taking them...Lol

That huge thing in the background of your selfie might seem slow and fuzzy, but it could do some major damage in the time you wait for autofocus to get the shot just right.  

                   

So next time you visit the forest, please try not to become the person who finally triggers our overthrow at the claws of those huge, fuzzy land mammals next door, just to send a crazy bear snap that makes you look like a jackass anyway.

Shout Out Remix - Banky W & Tiwa Savage

This remix puts Banky W on the rap verses of Tiwa's Shout Out. 

Banky W Mr R&BW will be out soon with a mixtape already titled “I’m Not Even A Rapper Though” and this remix precedes it as the first single.

Photos from GIAMA 2014

Majid Michel, Ini Edo & Uche Iwuanyawu

The 3rd Annual GIAMA Awards was held in Houston, TX on Saturday 25th October 2014.

Celebrities from Nollywood gathered for the show most consider the best and biggest Nollywood award show. The Hollywood structured red carpet, dazzling crystal stage design, ace comedian host Julius Agwu, and electrifying performance by CEO Dancers made the show unforgettable. Stars, guests, even workers came adorned in glamorous dresses that truly highlights the exquisite taste of the GIAMA Awards.

Emotional speeches, Ebola awareness campaign, comedy performances, musical entertainment, unity amongst different ethnicities from the world made this edition the most unique of its kind. The GIAMA Awards was more than just a night of entertainment but a night of purpose.

Celebs who attended included Julius Agwu (Host), Majid Michel, Stella Damasus, Ini Edo, Uti Nwachukwu, Anthony Monjaro, Ruth Kadiri, Alex Ekubo,Emem Isong, Lancelot Imasuen, Susan Peters, Mbong Amata, Uche Iwuanyawu, Charles Novia, Pascal Atuma, Moses Inwang, Charles Uwagbai,Daniel Ademinokan, Robert Peters, Ivie Okujaye, Tana Adelana, Michael Godson, James Costello, Daniel Lloyd, Benedict Johnson, Pascal Amanfo,Chigozie Atuanya, Ephraim Chiejina, Padeta Agu, Gbenro Ajibade, Moses Efret,Patrick Nnamani, Merlisa Determined, Jedi (Comedian), Seyi Brown(Comedian), MCPC (Comedian) and many more.

Most memorable speeches from winners Uti Nwachukwu, Ivie Okujaye, Belinda Effah and Chigozie Atuanya left audience amazed at the elegance portrayed on stage. Overall, a night of true celebration for the 3rd biggest film industry in the world and 3rd Annual GIAMA Award solidifying this show as the most revered award show till date.

Ini Edo

Susan Peters

Majid Michel

Alex Ekubo

Belinda Effah

Tana Adelana

Uti Nwachukwu

Maze Couture

Mbong Amata

Rainy Ent

Michael Godson

Ivie Okujaiye

Emen Isong

Pascal Atuma

Padeta Agu

Emma Emerson (Red Carpet Host)

Pascal Amanfo

Moses Efret

Stephinie Ma

Uche Iwuanyawu

T-Ben

MCPC (Comedian)

Charles Novia

Benedict Johnson

Lancelot Imasuen

Daniel Ademinoka & Stella Damasus

Robert & Deborah Peters

Moses Inwang

Anthony Monjaor

Mr & Mrs James Costello

Esther & Beverly

Ephraim Chiejina

Richard N & Anita Chris

Emma Emerson with Gbenro Ajibade

The CEO Dancers – Nqobilé Ntshangase, Soliat Bada & Ezinne Asinugo

Daniel Lloyd with beautiful ladies

Okawa Frank Rajah, Kwame Baodu & Pascal Amanfo

GIAMA is proudly supported by Arik Airlines, BellaNaija, Stafford Dialysis, Total Body Nurture, Moneygram, Trinity African Restaurant, NotjustOk, PSI, Dure Events, SegunGele, Nollywood Access, Nollywood View, Franco Records, Big A Entertainment, Next Media Concept, IrokoTV, City People, Naijapals,Jaguda, Sturvs, Bashman Entertainment, EmagineThat Entertainment, Pelican Entertainment, Simplicated, Afrique Entertainment, Shekpe Knights Entertainment, Victory Media Production etc.

Follow them on Twitter: @giamaawards | Find them on Facebook: GIAMA Awards | Follow them on Instagram: @giamaawards

Julius Agwu

Seyi Brown

List of 2014 GIAMA Winners
Best Motion Picture – Apaye
Best Drama – A Mile from Home
Best Film – Indigenous – Chetanna
Best Film – Comedy – 30 Days in Atlanta
Best On Screen Duo – Ayo Makun & Ramsey Nouah – 30 Days in Atlanta

Best Actor – Kanayo O. Kanayo – Apaye
Best Actress – Rita Dominic – Iyore
Best Supporting Actor – Frederick Leonard – Accident
Best Supporting Actress – Belinda Effah – Apaye
Most Promising Actor – Tope Tedela – A Mile from Home
Most Promising Actress – Ivie Okujaye – Black Silhouette

Best Comedic Act – Lepacious Bose – Being Mrs. Elliot
Best Screenplay – Moses Inwang – Last 3 Digits
Best Director – Eric Aghimien – A Mile from Home
Producer of the Year – Frank Rajah and Kwame Boadu – Iyore
Best Edited Film – Teco Benson – Accident
Best Cinematography – James Costello – 30 Days in Atlanta
Best Sound – Eric Aghimien – A Mile from Home

Best Costume – Iyore
Best Makeup – Iyore
Special Recognition Award – Lynn Whitfield – 30 Days in Atlanta
Best Director – Diaspora – Faces of Love – Robert Peters
Best Film – Diaspora – Captive – John Uche
Best Actor – Diaspora – Raz Adoti – Faces of Love

Best Actress – Diaspora – Paula Obaseki – Captive
Male Viewer’s Choice – Uti Nwachukwu
Female Viewer’s Choice – Tonto Dikeh
Grand Recognition Award – Captain (Dr.) Hosa Wells Okunbo

Source: Bella Naija