MARIAH CAREY AND NICK CANON DEBUT BABY CHRISTMAS PHOTOS

Awww so cute!

In one shot posted on the family's photo album website, dembabies.com, Monroe grabs on to Mariah as she meets Santa Claus.

Nigeria declares State of Emergency in northern regions

The President declared state of emergency in the troubled areas in the four states, Borno, Yobe, Niger and plateau states in his Saturday afternoon,nationwide broadcast.

Below is the text of Jonathan’s address

ADDRESS BY HIS EXCELLENCY, PRESIDENT GOODLUCK EBELE JONATHAN, GCFR, ON THE OCCASION OF THE DECLARATION OF A STATE OF EMERGENCY IN CERTAIN PARTS OF THE FEDERATION IN ORDER TO RESTORE PULIC ORDER, PEACE AND SECURITY IN THE FEDERATION, December 31, 2011

Fellow Nigerians, it has become necessary to address you on recent events in some parts of the country that have threatened our collective security and shaken the foundations of our corporate existence as a nation.

2.    You are all aware of the security challenges which the activities of the Boko Haram sect have foisted on the country. What began as sectarian crises in the North Eastern parts of the country has gradually evolved into terrorist activities in different parts of the country with attendant negative consequences on our national security.

3.      Government in an effort to find a lasting solution to the security threats occasioned by the activities of the Boko Haram sect, constituted a Presidential Committee under the Chairmanship of Ambassador Usman Gaji Galtimari, to ascertain the immediate and remote causes of the crises. While efforts are being made to implement the recommendations of the Committee, the crises have assumed a terrorist dimension with vital institutions of government including the United Nations Building and places of worship becoming targets of terrorist attacks.

4.   While the search for lasting solutions is ongoing, it has become imperative to take some decisive measures necessary to restore normalcy in the country especially within the affected communities. Consequently, I have in the exercise of the powers conferred on me by the provisions of section 305(1) of the Constitution, declared a state of emergency in the following parts of the federation, namely:

(i)  Borno State

a)  Maidugiri Metropolitan LGA

b)  Gamboru Ngala LGA

c)   Banki Bama LGA

d)  Biu LGA

e)   Jere LGA

(ii)  Yobe State

a)  Damaturu LGA

b)  Geidam LGA

c)   Potiskum LGA

d)  Buniyadi-Gujba LGA

e)   Gasua-Bade LGA

(iii) Plateau State

a)  Jos North LGA

b)  Jos South LGA

c)   Barkin-Ladi LGA

d)  Riyom LGA

(iv) Niger State

a)  Suleja LGA

The details of this proclamation will be transmitted to the National Assembly as soon as they reconvene from their current recess, for their necessary action.

5.    The Chief of Defence Staff and the Inspector-General of Police have been directed to put appropriate measures in place to ensure the protection of lives and properties of residents in the affected parts of the country. I therefore urge the political leadership in the affected states and Local Government Areas to give maximum cooperation to the law enforcement agencies deployed to their respective communities to ensure that the situation is brought under control within the shortest possible time.

6.   The Chief of Defence Staff, in collaboration with other Service Chiefs, has also been directed to set up a special force unit within the Armed Forces, with dedicated counter terrorism responsibilities.

7.   As part of the overall strategy to overcome the current security challenges, I have directed the closure of the land borders contiguous to the affected Local Government Areas so as to control incidences of cross boarder terrorist activities as terrorists have taken advantage of the present situation to strike at targets in Nigeria and retreat beyond the reach of our law enforcement personnel.

8.  Let me assure our neighbours, especially within the ECOWAS sub-region, of Nigeria’s commitment to its international obligations as provided by the ECOWAS Protocol on Free Movement of Persons. The temporary closure of our borders in the affected areas is only an interim measure designed to address the current security challenges and will be reviewed as soon as normalcy is restored.

9.   I commend the efforts of our political leaders at various levels as well as our traditional and religious leaders for their support for the various conflict resolution mechanisms and peace building measures that have been initiated by this administration. We call on the citizenry to continue to provide useful information to our law enforcement agencies to enable us arrest the situation.

10. Terrorism is a war against all of us. I call on all Nigerians to join hands with government to fight these terrorists.

11. I wish all Nigerians a very happy New Year.

12.   Long Live the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

eLDee Announces New Album Release Date

 

Hiphop singer/producer eLDee has announced that his fifth studio album Undeniable will be releaseed on March 31,2012 . 

    The album contains already released singles Higher, Na wash and Today Today  and he hinted it will be his last.

He tweeted  Undeniable " drops March 31 , 2012 & is officially going to be the last eLDee album 

                          

   eLDee's previous albums are Long time coming , Return of the King,Big Boy and Is It Your Money 

NEW MUSIC: I WILL RISE - SHAYNE, BRYMO FEAT VINA (BIG BROTHER AFRICA)

16-year old Shayne has been described as Africa’s youngest rapper, producer, singer and songwriter combined.

He made his debut on the scene on August 1st, 2011 in a track – Problems Away feat. Loopey records diva Lindsey! The young rapper who produced the I WILL RISE single featured Brymo and Big Brother’s Vina.

Download This inspirational song! here

RUSSELL BRAND FILES FOR DIVORCE FROM KATY PERRY!

Brand sans wedding ring

Katy Perry with Russell Brand

Russell Brand has filed for divorce from Katy Perry after 14 months of marriage.

''Sadly, Katy and I are ending our marriage," The 36-year-old comedian Brand said in a statement to TMZ. "I'll always adore her and I know we'll remain friends."

The Arthur star was spotted in London today without his wedding ring for the second day in a row.

His legal team filed court documents at the Superior Court in Los Angeles today citing 'irreconcilable differences.'

Perry and Brand tied the knot Oct. 23, 2010, in India in a lavish ceremony.

The divorce documents, which refer to Perry by her give name Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson, show there are 'community property assets,' suggesting there may not be a pre-nuptial agreement in place. 

It does not list a date of separation.

The pair sparked rumours of trouble after celebrating Christmas 7,000 miles apart - he spent the festive day in Cornwall while the Teenage Dream singer, 27, was with friends in Hawaii.

Perry, who is yet to comment on the split, was not wearing her wedding ring either when she was photographed frolicking in the surf on December 25.

SUSAN PETERS UNVEILS NEW PHOTOS, WEBSITE!

Talk about one Nollywood diva who spends a fortune on clothes and other fashion accessories,then the name,Susan Peters a top actress by all standard will be mentioned.There is no gainsaying the fact that this Benue State-born,Kaduna bred babe has stepped up her game big time.

She has not only been winning Awards and laurels of late,on account of her movie roles,she has also been receiving accolades for being a power dresser.

In the last 3 months,she has won 2 major awards,one of which came from North Carolina in the US.And quite understandly,these awards have won this sexy actress more juicy roles.

The talented actress just released her new photos .

Checkout photos below.

On deciding to do her website she says;

 “A lot of people write a lot of things about me and I came to realise that it’s important for people to have a place on the internet where they can go to get reliable information and to see quality pictures.” When asked about the design she explained, “I wanted to do something understated but stylish and elegant and had to wait for the right technical team to come my way. I have enjoyed directing every detail from the initial ideas to each and every image. I wanted people to see another, creative side of Susan Peters. What you will see when you come to my site, is my work, my self-expression and if you visit regularly, you will see that I will be constantly adding new ideas and images.

Uti Uwachukwu Gathers Celebs, Desmond Elliot, Tonto Dikeh, Chika Ike, Moyo Lawal, Alex Ekubo and others For Charity

The latest trend by Nigerian celebrities in waking up to the responsibility of giving back to the society they milked from was continued on December 21 by Uti when he gathered his friends and fans together for a charity event.

The Big Brother Africa All Star winner, Uti Nwachukwu, gathered other celebrity friends of his together at Ojez, National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos for sharing of gifts to some selected needy in the society.

Those showed love to at the event were mainly widows and physically challenged children drawn from different parts of Lagos state.
Other celebrities at the event with Uti were Tonto Dikeh, Susan Peters, Desmond Elliot, Chika Ike, Dipp, Alex Ekubo, Goldie, Bryan Okwara (former Mr Nigeria), Michael Nwachukwu (former Gulder Ultimate Search winner), Christopher Okechukwu (present GUS winner), among many others.

Items shared at the event included bags of rice, which the daughter of Delta State Governor, Orode Uduaghan gave 50 bags, cloths and other items needed by the widows and the physically challenged children.

Making his mind known, Uti, a former contestant of The Next Movie Star said, “for me, I have had a very good and successful year, it has been rewarding for me both financially and career-wise.

“So, I thought instead of spending [the money] on partying and getting drunk with friends, why not spend the money on those the society has forgotten, like the widows and [the] physically challenged children who are in need, and what better time to do that other than the season of love, a time of sharing,” the Delta State born Model and TV host concluded.