Is the smartphone era over? Analysts warn handset sales are set to collapse

They have become an essential part of everyday life, replacing everything from our TV to our games console.
Yet analysts warn be may finally be tiring of constantly having to upgrade our smartphones - and say sales are set to drop dramatically.

Footballer Samuel Eto's Baby Mama Exposes: He's 39 not 32

Sometime ago, I discovered that a friend of mine is playing under 21 in Nigeria and according to his data he is just 20yrs old. I was shocked! But I later discovered that it's called football age. If you try to expose the truth many people will hate you, they will say you are an "enemy of progress". So, the lies continue.

London Court Sentence Adebolajo & Adebowale to Life In Prison

29yrs old Michael Adebolajo and 22yrs Michael Adebowale have been been sentenced to life in prison for the gruesome murder of a soldier, Lee Rigby, in May 2013. The London-born Nigerians had hacked the man to death in front of horrified onlookers near Woolwich Barracks in south-east London.

Boko Haram strikes in Adamawa, kills 9, burn down churches, bank

Barely 24 hours after the attack on the Federal Government college in Yobe state where 43 young students were killed, suspected men of the Islamist group yesterday night attacked settlers at Kirchinga, Michika, Shuwari and Shuwa district all in Adamawa state. Several cars, houses, catholic churches, shops and even a First Bank Complex were burnt down.

Photos: Kim and Kanye back in 2010. See the chemistry...

They were seeing other people at this time, Kanye was dating Amber Rose, and Kim K was dating Reggie Bush but you can see the chemistry between them. Pics taken during Kanye's appearance on Keeping Up With The Kardashians back in 2010. Kim shared the photos on her instagram page today as part of Throw Back Thursday. See more photos after the cut...

Pics: Monalisa Chinda, Clarion Chukwura, others attend Sun Awards

Monalisa Chinda, Ibinabo Fiberesima, Clarion Chukwura and Emem Isong attended the Sun Awards which held on Saturday 22nd February at Eko Hotel in Lagos. See more photos after the cut...

'My life has been made!': Beyonce stops concert to sing Happy Birthday to excited fan who didn't realise she was filming everything

There is no doubt Shehnaz Kahn will ever forget her 22nd birthday after Beyonce stopped her concert to sing Happy Birthday to her on Monday evening.
Holding her hand in hers, the singing superstar stopped mid-gig at Birmingham's LG Arena after noticing the student's birthday badge.
The Halo star was performing on stage as part of her Mrs Carter World Tour when she looked down and told the excited fan: 'You got the sign and everything, what's your name? How do you spell it?'
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Unforgettable: Shehnaz Kahn got a birthday message that she will never forget from singing superstar Beyonce, who stopped her concert to sing to her on Monday

Another night, another reunion: Rihanna fuels more speculation that she and former flame Drake are back together as they step out in Paris AGAIN

He previously admitted that she left him broken-hearted when they first dated back in 2010.
But Rihanna and Drake fuelled yet more speculation that they may have rekindled their romance as they stepped out in Paris for a second consecutive night on Tuesday.
Setting tongues wagging about the nature of their relationship, the 26-year-old singer and the Canadian rapper, 27, looked happy and relaxed as they emerged from the Palais de Paris Bercy after the Hold On We're Going Home hitmaker's concert.

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Hold On, We're Going Home: Rihanna and Drake fuelled yet more speculation that they may have rekindled their romance as they stepped out in Paris for a second consecutive night on Tuesday

'My life has been made!': Beyonce stops concert to sing Happy Birthday to excited fan who didn't realise she was filming everything

There is no doubt Shehnaz Kahn will ever forget her 22nd birthday after Beyonce stopped her concert to sing Happy Birthday to her on Monday evening.
Holding her hand in hers, the singing superstar stopped mid-gig at Birmingham's LG Arena after noticing the student's birthday badge.
The Halo star was performing on stage as part of her Mrs Carter World Tour when she looked down and told the excited fan: 'You got the sign and everything, what's your name? How do you spell it?'
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Unforgettable: Shehnaz Kahn got a birthday message that she will never forget from singing superstar Beyonce, who stopped her concert to sing to her on Monday

Dayo Amusa releases new photos and music video for her song

The actress and movie producer has turned to a singer and yesterday released the video for her first single, Unforgivable! She can sing o. See more photos and the video after the cut...

Australian TV star commits suicide after receiving abuse on Twitter

Australian TV star and former model Charlotte Dawson killed herself after receiving abuse from vicious trolls on Twitter just hours before she died. (left is the last pic of her which she posted on her Instagram page on Friday, a day before she killed herself)

Famed for TV shows such as 'Australia's Next Top Model, the New Zealand-born star, 47, had a history of depression.

She was found dead in her Sydney apartment yesterday morning February 22nd. Police said there were no suspicious circumstances. She had taken prescription tablets with wine and tweeted: 'you win' in a suicide note to her cyber tormentors. Continue...

Boko Haram men attack 2 villages in Borno + Govt seals border with cameroon

Boko Haram members yesterday Sunday Feb. 23rd attacked two villages, Mairari village of Konduga LGA and Izge village in Gwoza LGA in Borno state killing many people.

"Elrufai Is Weeping For Contract Not Sanusi" - Reno Omokri

Reno Omokri says "If Malam Nasir Elrufai can deny that his firm, Elrufai and Partners did not get a major contract from the CBN under Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, then I make a solemn oath to resign from my job as Special Assistant New Media to President Jonathan."

Photos: Lady Gaga wears fishnet bodysuit in frigid New York weather

It's freezing cold in New York right now but Lady Gaga don't curr! The singer stepped out in the frigid weather in just a fishnet bodysuit yesterday Monday Feb. 17th in New York after an appearance on a late night talk show. See more photos after the cut...

Photos: AGN members visit President Jonathan @ the State House

Actors' Guild of Nigeria members including Ibinabo Fiberesima, Monalisa Chinda,Stephanie Linus, Fred Amata, Joseph Benjamin, Desmond Elliot, Victor Osuagwu, Chidi Mokeme, Mercy Aigbe and others paid a courtesy visit to President Jonathan at the State House today Feb. 18th to install him as Grand Patron of the Guild.

Charly Boy's father, Justice Oputa, in critical condition

The famous Justice Chukwudifu Oputa (rtd), the father of Charly Boy, is gravely ill at the moment. The former head of the human rights investigation commission, The Oputa Panel, was rushed to the hospital on Friday February 14th where he still lies in bed with partial stroke.

He was rushed from the Federal Medical Centre, Owerri, to a specialist hospital in Enugu today. His condition is currently unpredictable and the entire family is hoping for the best but expecting the worst.

Justice Oputa who has been living with his son in Abuja recently traveled to their home town where he fell ill. He will be 90 years old in September this year.

Lupita Nyong'o stunning in green at the BAFTAs

Oscar nominated actress Lupita Nyong'o dazzled in a striking emerald green silk fishtail-hem gown at the 2014 BAFTAs at London's Royal Opera House tonight Sunday Feb 16th. See more pics after cut

New Music: ShiiKANE - Hold On, Im Coming Home (cover)

SHiiKANE would like to leave you with a special gift of song. The girls have recorded a classic rendition of Drakes hit song "Hold On, We're Going Home" . Enjoy below...

Chiwetel Ejiofor wins best actor for 12 Years a Slave at the BAFTAs

Finally! After all the Best Actor nominations for his role in Steve McQueen's slavery drama 12 Years a Slave, Chiwetel Ejiofor has finally won one award. He won Best Actor at the 2014 BAFTAs which held this evening, beating Tom Hanks, Leonardo DiCaprio, Christian Bale and Bruce Dern. Pictured above at the award tonight with his model girlfriend, Sari Mercer. Big congrats to him.

D'banj set to appear on Real Housewives of Atlanta as Kenya Moore's boyfriend?

According to MediaTakeOut, former Miss USA and Real Housewives of Atlanta star Kenya Moore, who claims she's dating an Africa prince and was in Lagos for Valentine, has hired D'banj to be her boyfriend in the reality show reunion show. Find the report from MTO below...

Phoenix Eye Clinic Offers Free Eye Examination

Phoenix Eye Clinic is 5 this February and has announced a total package of free eye examination. Yes, Absolutely Free for Everyone!
The Clinic is equipped with latest state of the art computerized equipments for carrying out comprehensive visual assessment of your eyes to determine your eye health status and detect any visual impairment. Systemic diseases like hypertension and diabetes can also be detected during this examination. Book an appointment today! Continue...

Photos: Simon Cowell shares first family pictures of baby son, Eric

Simon Cowell and Lauren Silverman welcomed a son on Valentine's Day. The first time dad shared some adorable first photos of his new born son, and said he never knew how much 'love and pride' he would feel towards his baby son. See more photos after the cut..

Happy Valentine's Day Everyone!!!

Whether you are single, taken or confused...remember today is devoted solely to love; so give love, receive love and spread love.Wishing you all a great Valentine's Day. *Kisses*

One year later we remember you! RIP Goldie!

We lost Goldie Harvey shortly after she returned from the US on Valentine's Day 14th February 2013. She was only 31. What a loss!!! May her soul continue to rest in peace...Amen.

Drake calls Macklemore out for sending text to Kendrick Lamar after Grammy win

After Macklemore won Best Rap Album at the 2014 Grammy Awards, he texted Kendrick Lamar to offer his condolences telling the rapper that he should have won instead of him. (If you missed it, see it here). Well, Drake isn't impressed. In the new issue of Rolling Stone, Drake makes it very clear he thought the message was unnecessary.

One Island, 5 Couples - Could it be You?

Its going to be an exciting weekend as Closeup Cupid Games will be revealing the five winners of the romantic getaway to Magnetic Island, Australia. Did you play the game? Did you meet someone, and get a perfect match score? If yes, then get ready for the experience of a lifetime at the Cupid Games Masked Valentines Ball this weekend!

Beyonce launches underwear line just in time for Valentine's Day

A few days to Valentin's Day, Beyonce has launched a his and hers, a his and his and a hers and hers underwear line. The box set, which is inspired by her song, Mine, is availble for $40 on ShopBeyonce

Africa Fashion Week London launches the AFW in Nigeria 2014

With preparations already in full swing for the 4^th edition of Africa Fashion Week London (AFWL) on the 7^th-9^th August, the organizers of Africa Fashion Week London have announced that they will also be hosting the first Africa Fashion Week Nigeria on the 17^th & 18^th of May.

Established in 2011, AFWL was borne out of the urgent need to support young and emerging African inspired designers in the UK & globally providing them with a professional & affordable showcasing platform that enables them to create awareness, visibility and exposure for themselves, a platform that celebrates their own kind of fashion sense and themes. Continue...

Redeemed Church to build a university, sports complex, golf course in Texas

Here's an article I found on BBC written by one of their reporters Jason Margolis. See below...

For centuries, European and American missionaries have gone to Africa to spread the word of Christ. That trend is now working in reverse, with a Nigerian minister in Texas who plans to build churches as numerous as Starbucks coffee shops.

Boko Haram kills over 40 in attack on Konduga Village in Borno

Over 40 people were killed yesterday evening Tuesday Feb. 11th in Konduga village in Borno state by gunmen suspected to be members of Boko Haram.

The gunmen arrived the village around 5:30pm yesterday and started shooting people. Several houses and a secondary school were burnt down according to security officials who visited the village after the attack. One security personnel said he counted at least 40 bodies following the unexpected attack.

T.I reprimands his wife for posting booty pics online, Tiny replies him

Biko what did we do with our lives before the birth of social media? Lol. The drama online is incredible! People stirring up drama everyday, even husband and wife? So T.I couldn't call his wife, text her or talk to her face to face, he had to call her out on instagram? And Tiny couldn't pick up a phone to talk to her man, she had to reply him online? Lol.

AY set to open multimillion Naira non-smoking night club in Lekki

Top comedian Ayo Makun popularly known as AY is getting ready to unveil his multimillion Naira premium Night club, MVP. MVP is an all-new luxurious and premium class club, lounge& restaurant located in the heart of Lekki at Ommission Emporium, Plot 16 Block 46, Bisola Durosimi-Etti Drive, Lekki Phase1, Lekki, Lagos. It will be officially opened on  Friday, April 18 through Sunday April 20, 2014.

Heineken proves that every man is legendary with new ad campaign - The Odyssey

Heineken®, the World’s leading international premium lager beer hasdemonstrated through its newest campaign, The Odyssey, that all men have unique skills, by showing twenty real men demonstrating their own legendary talent.This is the first time that non-actors have been used in the brand’s TVC and given a stage, proving that every man has the ability to become legendary.

Jumia’s Top 5 valentine day gifts for him & for her

Valentine this year falls on a weekend, which is perfect because it gives lovers time to plan the whole romantic package.

Why not spoil your loved one with luxurious gifts from JUMIA’s romantic gift collection. There are over 101 ways to say I love you with amazing gifts, especially when you are looking to please your lover on Valentine’s Day. Make your love remember these gifts long after all the valentine candles have been blown out and the roses have faded away. Continue...