Saturday 31 May 2014

MONALISA, INI, DESMOND, AND UCHE SIGN ENDORSEMENT DEALS

Nollywood actors Monalisa Chinda, Ini Edo, Desmond Elliot and Uche Jombo, on Friday (May 30, 2014), signed endorsement deals as new ambassadors for the Kill the Killer campaign of the New Nation organisation (headed by Charles Dukwe). The campaign aims to spearhead the fight against diabetes and high blood presure in the society. The deals were signed at the corporate headquarters of the Dukwe Global Organization in Port Harcourt.

Friday 30 May 2014

THE MAIDEN EDITION OF THE LOOT MAGAZINE IS OUT

Fade Ogunro, Nigerian media personality is the first ever cover girl. The full interview will be available next week on www.lespace.lpmnigeria.com

Thursday 29 May 2014

A PHENOMENAL WOMAN PASSES ON AT 86

Thanks Maya Angelou, poet and Activist. There are people (females) who touch hearts with the content of their character and substance not necessarily sexuality and the exploitation of it. Thanks for showing a Woman can be beautiful, elegant, sexy , graceful , intelligent and consistently reaching... You left well.

Monday 26 May 2014

BEAUTY OF THE WEEK: SEYI SHAY

Deborah Oluwa-seyi Joshua, better known by her stage name 'Seyi Shay' (pronounced Shay-yee Shay), is a Nigerian based International Recording Artist, Songwriter, and Performer. Born and raised in London, UK to Nigerian Parents, She began performing at the age of six. A former member of the London Community Gospel Choir (LCGC) headed by Basil Meade, whose international tours and acclaim, afforded her a platform to perform in different cities around the world (including a 13 city tour in Japan) at the tender age of fourteen.Seyi Shay is also a talented songwriter, who has written and produced three major songs for the Konami Game Sound track; "Crime Life", as well as the song "You will see" which was performed by former Spice Girl; Mel C, and was also included in her highly successful Album, "Beautiful Intentions". She also wrote successful hit 'White Lies' for international selling rapper/artist Chipmunk, that featured Coleena of Diddy's Dirty Money. Alongside, Seyi Shay decided to attend a National audition in the UK where she would later emerge as the lead singer of the British Pop/RnB girl group; "From Above", they signed to Sony/Columbia Record company and Music World Entertainment owned by Beyonce's father; Matthew Knowles.From Above released their debut album online called 'Breaking From Above', which was also the title of their MTV reality show which aired in over 166 countries worldwide. They supported Beyonce on her “I AM” UK tour in 2009/10.Now branching out a solo artist, Seyi Shay is working on her debut album in Nigeria. Having already recorded a number of songs with the country's top producers, plans are in place for the release of her solo singles in Africa and Worldwide. Seyi Shay is an Etisalat Ambassador and Genevieve magazine pink ball ambassador. 

Please leave your comments below and tell us more about Seyi. Also, nominate yourself to be our next Naija We Dey Beauty of the Week by commenting below and introducing yourself. You can also send an email to naijawedeyblog@gmail.com with your picture and achievements and why you should win. Good luck people!

INI EDO OPENS A BAKERY IN LAGOS

Nollywood star, Ini Edo, has diversified into the bakery business. The actress now has a bakery situated in Ogudu area of Lagos. According to the actress, it is a realization of her love for pastry, cakes, cookies, bread, and other baked goods. The bakery produces Ini Special Bread, which is named after the actress. Congrats Ini

Saturday 24 May 2014

KANYE WEST AND KIM KARDASHIAN ARE MARRIED

Kim Kardashian donned a Givenchy Haute Couture gown when she tied the knot with Kanye West in Florence, Italy, today 24th may. The ceremony was held at the historic Forte di Belvedere, a 16th-century-era fortress atop a hill near the Arno river. Congrats to Mr and Mrs Kanye West.

Friday 23 May 2014

KAFFY'S IJODA 9JA DANCE BURNOUT USA TOUR

Everyone has at least one workout that they love to do. For us, it's dancing and working out to KAFFY's "Ijoda 9ja Dance Burnout.
Have you ever seen a dance routine in a music video or at an event and thought to yourself, 'I wish I could move to that dance, "Ijoda 9ja Dance Burnout" is your answer! It is a high-impact, dance cardio workout to your favorite Naija & African Tunes. Incorporating basic and challenging dance movements choreography by world Guinness book record Dancer Kaffy to get you in shape.
This is a fun and exciting cardio class that encourages you to dance and be free while you sweat & live healthy. - Class $15 Advance & $20 on location - Limited space, reserve your spot now!

NEW YORK – May 20th
Cumbe: Center for African and Diaspora Dance
558 Fulton Street, 2nd Floor
Brooklyn, NY 11217 (near Flatbush Ave.) 4:30pm- 6pm
Advance tickets:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kaffys-ijoda-9ja-dance-burnout-ny-tickets-7069947403

MARYLAND- May 22nd
Downtown Cultural Arts Center
401 N. Howard st
Baltimore MD 21201
6:30pm- 8pm
Advance tickets:
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/kaffys-ijoda-9ja-dance-burnout-md-tickets-11627198263

ATLANTA- May 24th
Dance 411 studios (Studio C)
475 Moreland Ave SE
Atlanta, GA 30316
11am-1pm
Advance tickets:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kaffys-ijoda-9ja-dance-burnout-atl-tickets-11590382145

DALLAS- MAY 27TH
People's Convention Center of Irving
2710 W. Irving Blvd
Irving TX 75061
7pm- 8:30pm
Advance tickets:
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/kaffys-ijoda-9ja-dance-burnout-dallas-tickets-11627346707

LOS ANGELES- May 31st
Millennium Dance Complex
5113 Lankershim Blvd (Studio A)
N. Hollywood Arts district, Ca 91601
2:30pm-4pm
Advance tickets:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kaffys-ijoda-9ja-dance-burnout-hollywood-tickets-11590596787

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KIMYE'S WEDDING REHEARSAL DINNER AT VERSAILLES

FOOD FOR THOUGHT: WHAT IS THE VALUE OF A GIRL IN NIGERIA BY WAJE IRUOBE

“It’s long but it inspired me ….. This is one of the SADDEST stories ever told in Hollywood. His name is Sylvester Stallone. One of the BIGGEST and Most famous American Movie superstar. Back in the day, Stallone was a struggling actor in every definition. At some point,he got so broke that he stole his wife’s jewelry and sold it.Things got so bad that he even ended up homeless. Yes, he slept at the New York bus station for 3 days. Unable to pay rent or afford food. His lowest point came when he tried to sell his dog at the liquor store to any stranger. He didn’t have money to feed the dog anymore. He sold it at $25 only. He says he walked away crying. Two weeks later,he saw a boxing match between Mohammed Ali & C. Wepner and that match gave him the inspiration to write the script for the famous movie, ROCKY. He wrote the script for 20 hours! He tried to sell it and got an offer for $125,000 for the script. But he had just ONE REQUEST. He wanted to STAR in the movie. He wanted to be the MAIN ACTOR. Rocky himself.But the studio said NO. They wanted a REAL STAR. They said he “Looked funny and talked funny”. He left with his script. Few weeks later, the studio offered him $250,000 for the script. He refused. They even offered $350,000. He still refused. They wanted his movie. But NOT him. He said NO. He had to be IN THAT MOVIE.After a while, the studio agreed, gave him $35,000 for the script and let him star in it! The rest is history! The movie won Best Picture, Best Directing and Best Film Editing at the prestigious Oscar Awards.He was even nominated for BEST ACTOR! The Movie ROCKY was even inducted into the American National Film Registry as one of the greatest movies ever!And do You know the first thing he bought with the $35,000? THE DOG HE SOLD. Yes,Stallone LOVED HIS DOG SO MUCH that he stood at the liquor store for 3 days waiting for the buyer of his dog. That is just for a dog in America. What is the value of a Girl in Nigeria?”

CHIKA IKE GRADUATES FROM NEW YORK FILM ACADEMY

Actress and screen diva, Chika Ike, who just returned to Nigeria, recently graduated from New York Film Academy, Los Angeles, where she majored in Filmmaking (producing, directing, and editing). The actress also holds a first degree in Human Kinetics and Health Education from the University of Lagos.

#BRINGBACKOURGIRLS CONCERT FUNDRAISER HOSTED BY TYRESE GIBSON

KAREN IGHO IS OFF THE MARKET

Karen Igbo is a big brother Africa winner, actress, radio host and musician. She shared  this pictures on instagram and twitter wearing a wedding ring and saying she is off the market. Congrats to Karen and her husband. 

KIMYE'S WEEK IN PARIS BEFORE THE WEDDING

Kanye West and Kim Kardashian are expected to marry this Saturday in Florence, Italy. Their wedding will not be filmed on their reality show Keeping up with the Kardashian but preparations till the wedding will be filmed. Friends and family are in paris partying and counting down to the wedding.  We can't wait to see pictures of the gorgeous bide and bridal party.