If you recall, when asked why he wasn’t seen at the Dubai wedding of 2Face, Blackface said
““I no dey go where I no dey invited!” Blackface said
in local language, Pidgin. “But I wish them all they
wish themselves!”
Well Tuface who was a guest on ChannelsTv’s
Rubbing Minds said when asked….
“I actually invited Blackface for my wedding.”
When asked about being listed on Channel O/
Forbes list of Africa’s most bankable artistes
On the Forbes list, nobody asked me for any
information, I don’t know their criteria. I work really
hard for my money and I won’t apologise for that

I think it is no more a news that BlackBerry Messenger in a matter of weeks, possibly this month, Black will be available for download on Android phones and Apple’s iPhone. The news came alive when Samsung mobile been reported to be running adverts to spread this news in a few different African countries during the last Manchester United vs. Chelsea match. The advert briefly appeared on Samsung Ghana’s YouTube account before being taken down.

Blackberry  CEO, Thorsten Heins, at the BlackBerry Live conference in May,  had earlier made the announcement that BBM which had been the major attraction to Blackberry phone, apart from the pride of owning one, was to become a multi-platform application. Now, the company has offered some insight as to why it is making this move. According to a Wall Street Journal report, BlackBerry might decide to spin off one of its divisions.
BlackBerry is trying to determine whether it should spin off its BlackBerry Messenger service to a separate company, the Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday, citing people who claim to have knowledge of the plans. The newly formed company would be known as BBM Inc., according to the Journal’s sources.
As BlackBerry faces the prospect of potentially having to part out its more valuable assets for sale, BBM is a natural opportunity that comes to mind, and the recent decision to take the messaging platform to both iOS and Android makes a lot more sense once one considers that it means diversifying the brand prior to a potential sale.
The possible BBM spinoff comes after BlackBerry announced that it had appointed a special committee to explore “strategic alternatives” for its ailing option. BlackBerry claims to be open to any and all options, including selling its operation to another firm.
Since its inception, BlackBerry Messenger has been one of the favourite applications for BlackBerry users worldwide, and perhaps the only reason why many had chosen to buy the phone. The app allows users to instant-message with other BlackBerry users without paying text-messaging fees.
“You can make the argument that BlackBerry has more to gain by encouraging BBM network growth once it starts offering stuff on multiple platforms, including ones that don’t have fast-dwindling user bases, and that it stands to gain additional revenue from those users via marketing or potential commercial services made available to BBM in the future,” suggested Techcrunch writer, Darrell Etherington.
He adds that the real reason to open up BBM may be “to put some shine on the apple at this stage of the game; accomplishing the kind of growth needed to make BBM a sustainable business would be tough in the face of other messaging applications like WhatsApp, but you can still inject a fair amount of value for a prospective buyer by offering something that is platform agnostic.”
BlackBerry is experimenting with one-to-many broadcasting via BBM Channels, and the Wall Street Journal said Blackberry is looking into building desktop applications as well. The report also states that a cross-platform BBM has been tested internally for as long as three years, which means this was definitely held back as a last resort until it was clear BlackBerry-only BBM wasn’t going to mount a return to positive growth.
The launch of BBM for iOS and Android appears even more imminent, as BlackBerry had accidentally published user guides to its website. The guides explain in detail how the app will function, how to get started, and other features.
At launch, Heins had said that only messaging and group features will be available, but promised that the rest of BBM will eventually make its way to the Android and iOS versions including screen sharing, BBM voice, and the newer BBM channels.

Tonto Charity Dikeh, also known as Tonto Dike (born June 9, 1985) is a Nigerian actress and singer from Rivers State and is of the Ikwerre tribe. Dikeh, is from a family of seven,She is one of the popular figure in the Nigeria movie industry.Tonto who is often categorize among the Nollywood prettiest actress can be said to be a lover of gadgets as she poses with some of her gadgets....Do you think Tonto can have a savings despite what she spend her money on?

 Enugu-based, fast-rising Nollywood actor Benson Okonkwo is probably the most talked about in the Nigeria movie industry because of his unique roles, which many people continue to wrongly associate with his real life personality.” 
  Benson was  interviewed by Blueprintng.com and he has these to say...........


Talking about the movie that brought you out, there is a particular movie about gays which has gotten you more accusations and criticisms than accolades. Could you talk about it?

I have promised myself that I will no longer talk about the movie. It’s really funny that Nigeria is a country where people attribute an actor’s role to his real life character. 
If I’m given a role to play and I played it excellently, does that make me that character in reality? Yet, it is the same Nigerians who will be first to point fingers at those actors that do not act their movie roles well. 
It’s quite funny that because I played a gay role then I’m automatically gay. So if I played the role of a police officer, does that makes me one? I just have to thank my fans who repose so much confidence in me, that’s all.

Are you saying that you are not truly homosexual like a whole lot of people believe?
 My brother, what else do you want me to tell you. Please, I’m very busy.

 Most of your fans have been asking why you had to star in such a movie, yet you keep denying that you are not gay.
 I just told you I was doing my job. Period! Why should I call myself an actor if I can’t play a movie role perfectly? Tell me! 
And there is another issue here: I’ve noticed that so many people, because of their own mischevious and dirty minds, would fail to look past the sexual scenes in a movie when there are way too many morals to learn. Like most movies, that movie you are talking about was used to pass a message across to the public. 
 But if some people refuse to grab those messages and choose to focus on those things that satisfy their lustful and mischievous minds, then it’s no one’s fault. 

I also heard there is a new movie you just did in which you acted totally nude in a scene. Tell us about it.
The name of the movie is “James Town.” It was directed by an A-list Nollywood director and scriptwriter, Ifeanyi Onyearbor.
My manager, Mr Brown Ene, is a good manager and he called me up and we negotiated and I took the role. It’s a must-see movie. 
Now before you start to asking me why and crucifying me, that’s the character I was givien to play. It warrants me to go nude at a point in the movie. It’s a serious movie. 
So like I said, as an actor your ability to interpret any role given to you is what makes you a good one. So Nigerians should understand that I was only doing my job. it’s just a movie. It’s a ghetto movie and I was one of the lead characters in it. I also took the role because the pay was so right. It’s coming out soon; I’m sure people will enjoy it. It starred Nollywood stars like Queenth Hilbert, Patience Ozorkwo a.k.a Mama G, Gbenga Richard and musician, Vicko Kings. It will be available in all cinemas.

You are obviously one of the few actors not afraid to go to any length when it comes to your job. What challenges do you face, especially from the public?
The challenge is nothing more than the regular criticism. You come out in public and when people recognise you, they start to look at you strangely. But I’ve developed a very tough skin to criticisms. 
I have come to the realization that whatever you do, even if all you do is just do nothing, say nothing, fold your arms and close your eyes, people will always criticize you no matter who you are, so just do what makes you happy as long as you know you are not hurting anyone. 
I will always be grateful to my fans who have been encouraging me. 

How did you join showbiz?
I started modeling at age 16 and started acting professionally at the age of 23. I have always loved entertainment. I used to act when I was in primary and secondary schools. 
Even in our church, a Catholic church, I acted every Good Friday. I used to take the part of Jesus Christ.  
I also did dramas with friends at home. My mom noticed this talent, called me and said ‘Benson, you have to go into acting professionally.’ She gave me some money to register with Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), which I did in the year 2008.
Since then, I have featured in over 30 movies and I’m still counting. Also, I have modeled for Zain (now for Airtel), Wema Bank, Nestle, Gold Circle Condom, Rainbownet, First Bank, Orange Drugs and many too numerous to mention. I have lost count, but I give God the glory. 

Apart from acting, you also run a boutique and saloon.
Yes, I have love for fashion and beauty.  I’m known for looking good. My nickname is Mr. Packaging and I was nicknamed that because of my dress sense. It’s just simply because of the way I combine colours and all. 
My salon and boutique are in Enugu; Colectibus Unisex Salon. It’s where my fellow actors come to have their hair done, and also my fans. I went into the fashion business because of my love for fashion and style and to reach out to my fans. It’s an exquisite place for distinguished and sophisticated individuals. 
You are currently one of the candidates for the “Sexiest in Nollywood” contest. Could you throw more light on that?  
I was nominated for Nollywood Sexiest Actor both in the Ghana and Nigerian categories. We were above 150 when we started the quest and now we’ve been screened to 20 and I’m on the top five. I thank my fans for their votes so far. I believe that I’m going to win because I’ve got a charming smile, great height, romantic eyes and good posture and I’m a head turner any day.  
Jim Iyke won the first edition and Desmond Elliot won the second. I’m in the top with the likes of Ramsey Noah, Yule Edochie, Van Vicker and John Dumelo. It’s strictly by vote and I believe I’ll win with the help of my fans who have been voting. 

You sound like someone who has got the ladies at your fingertips?    
That’s normal. I won’t deny that I’m a lady’s man, but one needs to be very disciplined. My mom taught me to be disciplined and treat ladies well.


 
     

Kunle Afolayan is set to release a classical and historical film titled OCTOMBER 1.The producer has revealed that Deola Sagoe will play the role of human right activist and the mother of the late musician late Funmilayo Ransome-kuti,Sadiq Daba a veteran TV presenter will act as "inspector waziri,kunle himself and  many others

The fixture list for 2013/14 Barclays Premier League season has been released.AUGUST TO SEPTEMBER


17 August 2013

Arsenal v Aston Villa
Chelsea v Hull City
Crystal Palace v Tottenham Hotspur
Liverpool v Stoke City
Manchester City v Newcastle United
Norwich City v Everton
Sunderland v Fulham
Swansea City v Manchester United
West Bromwich Albion v Southampton
West Ham United v Cardiff City

24 August 2013

Aston Villa v Liverpool
Cardiff City v Manchester City
Everton v West Bromwich Albion
Fulham v Arsenal
Hull City v Norwich City
Manchester United v Chelsea
Newcastle United v West Ham United
Southampton v Sunderland
Stoke City v Crystal Palace
Tottenham Hotspur v Swansea City

31 August 2013

Arsenal v Tottenham Hotspur
Cardiff City v Everton
Chelsea v Aston Villa
Crystal Palace v Sunderland
Liverpool v Manchester United
Manchester City v Hull City
Newcastle United v Fulham
Norwich City v Southampton
West Bromwich Albion v Swansea City
West Ham United v Stoke City

14 September 2013

Aston Villa v Newcastle United
Everton v Chelsea
Fulham v West Bromwich Albion
Hull City v Cardiff City
Manchester United v Crystal Palace
Southampton v West Ham United
Stoke City v Manchester City
Sunderland v Arsenal
Swansea City v Liverpool
Tottenham Hotspur v Norwich City

21 September 2013

Arsenal v Stoke City
Cardiff City v Tottenham Hotspur
Chelsea v Fulham
Crystal Palace v Swansea City
Liverpool v Southampton
Manchester City v Manchester United
Newcastle United v Hull City
Norwich City v Aston Villa
West Bromwich Albion v Sunderland
West Ham United v Everton

 The Spain striker and the Vicente Calderon new signing is battle ready to face his former club barcelona in the first leg of the super cup.

    Despite sustaining a serious injury as a child, he started his professional career with Sporting de Gijón. He moved to Real Zaragoza after two seasons, where he made his La Liga début, winning his first senior honours—the Copa del Rey and Supercopa de España. He joined Valencia CF in 2005 for a transfer fee of €12 million and was part of the Valencia team that won the Copa del Rey in the 2007–08 season. In 2010 he moved to FC Barcelona for €40 million where he won his first La Liga and UEFA Champions League titles.David villa departed cam nou  at the end of last season to replace Monaco new striker Ramadel Falcao.
   
 The athletico madrid striker and spain internation will return to cam nou to face his old friends and Barcelona will look to continue its blistering form when it takes on Atletico Madrid in Wednesday's first leg of the Supercopa de Espana.
                                  Do you think Villa can prove he is still needed when sold?