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Monthly Archives: November 2015

Tanzania opposition calls for vote recount, Zanzibar poll nullified

Nov 02, 2015 Opposition parties recent called for a recount of the Tanzanian presidential election result, citing voting irregularities. The National Electoral Commission had planned to reveal the winner of the national presidential race; however opposition candidate, Edward Lowassa, called on the commission to cancel the announcement. Prior to that, the election in Tanzania’s semi-autonomous ... Read More
 

India woos Africa at bilateral summit.

Nov 02, 2015 India recently hosted the biggest-ever African summit as it tries to challenge China’s dominance on a continent. Blessed with vast natural resources, Africa presents great opportunities for trade and economic cooperation. Although India’s headline economic growth has overtaken China’s, it still lacks the financial heft to challenge China in a head-to-head contest ... Read More
 

South Sudan peace accord signed

Nov 02, 2015 Both sides of the South Sudanese peace talks recently signed an agreement to finalize the implementation of the security arrangements outlined in an IGAD-proposed peace accord early this year. Speaking after the signing, Michael Makuei, acting chief negotiator for the Government of South Sudan said: “We start walking on the road to ... Read More
 

U.N. secretary general urges to counter violent extremism to handle refugee crisis

Nov 02, 2015 Over 250 high level experts, including former world leaders, recently gathered in Madrid to discuss principles that could be translated into policies and measures to prevent extremism. While addressing the meeting, UN secretary general, Ban Ki-Moon insisted that violent extremism is not limited to a specific region or religion. “Violent extremism is ... Read More
 

Obama meets Prince Harry at the White House

Nov 02, 2015 U.S. President Barack Obama recently played host to Britain’s Prince Harry at the White House and applauded his efforts in organizing the Invictus Games. The Invictus Games, which will be held in Orlando next year, will feature wounded soldier athletes from around the world. While addressing the president, prince harry said: “Mr. ... Read More
 

Williams' Bottas keen to put Mexico's new F1 track through its paces

Nov 02, 2015 Prior to the recent formula one race that saw Mexico making a comeback to the race circuit, Williams’ Formula one driver, Valtteri Bottas said he was looking forward to try out the new track. While addressing the media, Valtteri said: “Well, I expect a lot from the circuit obviously. I’ve seen some ... Read More
 

Designers and models shine at Heineken Lagos Fashion & Design Week 2015

Nov 02, 2015 So, the 2015 Lagos Fashion Design Week went down at Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island Lagos between October 28 and October 31, with famous and budding designers showcasing their designs. Opening the event on Wednesday was ace Nigerian brand Tiffany Amber with striking African designs, while celebrated Nigerian designer Lanre Da Silva ... Read More
 

Ubi Franklin and Lilian Esoro are married

Nov 02, 2015 Triple MG CEO Ubi Franklin and his Nollywood actress boo Lilian Esoro performed their traditional wedding rites in Lagos on Friday and their white wedding on Sunday. Storming the wedding were various celebrities including the Triple MG crew, Paul Okoye, DJ Jimmy Jatt, Teju Babyface, Nollywood stars Osas and Gbenro Ajibade, Linda ... Read More
 

New video alert: Ice Prince – “Boss”

Nov 02, 2015 Over to new videos, Chocolate City’s star rapper Ice Prince has dropped the video to his new track titled “Boss”. The track is off his forthcoming 3rd studio album. “Boss” was produced by Triple MG’s signee Tekno, who also featured in the video. Making cameo appearance in ... Read More
 

New video alert: Sean Tizzle – “Eruku Saye Po”

Nov 02, 2015 And Difference Entertainment’s afro-pop singer Sean Tizzle unleashes the video to his October-released single titled “Eruku Saye Po” In the video, Sean Tizzle and his goons take over the famous New African Shrine in Lagos. The creative video was directed by ace video director Mex while the ... Read More