Friday, 31 July 2015

Fashion Diasters

Many times celebrities will try to outdo each other by wearing ridiculous-looking clothing. They may think that they are making a fashion statement, when in fact they are making fools of themselves.  Here are some famous fashion disasters made by influential celebrities around the world.

Better have your money! Rihanna hits the fancy shopping streets of Beverly Hills in a red carpet-worthy gown but mixes it up with sneakers Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-3180865/Rihanna-hits-fancy-shopping-streets-


Spotted on a shopping trip in Beverly Hills, Rihanna kept things simple in a black twist front maxi dress teamed with white trainers, a baseball cap and a pretty pink Dior handbag.
As the face of the new Dior campaign which champions the so called “Diorama” it-bag, Rihanna’s a true brand ambassador and often carries various versions of this luxe piece of arm candy when she’s out and about.
The Diorama bag is available is every colour of the rainbow, but we’re loving how she’s teamed this pretty pink one with a pared back outfit to give it a ladylike edge.
If you want to get your hands on Rihanna’s bag you’ll have to pop into your local boutique- click right to find out more.
Or if you want to get the look for less, check out our edit of alternatives in the carousel below, including picks from Reiss, Pieces, Moschino and Stella McCartney.

Wednesday, 29 July 2015

XXCLUSIVE SHOWBIGZ MODELING AND FASHION COMPANY NEWS



Get your latest ankara, asoebi and general fashion tips for all fashion items in Nigeria and Africa at large from Fashion Police Nigeria. ... There are several reasons why women rock the shaved hair do or the low-cut, mostly its for fashion sake's ...

Saturday, 25 July 2015

Celebrities cover the latest issue of La Mode magazine

DJ Xclusive and Miss Globe Nigeria, Sandra Ogbebor cover the latest issue of La Mode Magazine.
The good looking pair made a gorgeous duo in black for the stylish cover of the 'High Fashion' issue.
Sandra Ogbebor works up  a mono strap dress with bold accessories and hair in a pretty updo standing over DJ Xclusive who shows off his toned arms in a power pose.
They made good looking cover stars for the July/August/September issue of the magazine. Check on the images from the feature above.
DJ Exclusive, Miss Globe Nigeria cover La Mode Magazine

Yemi Alade's styling session for Bland2Glam - Episode 1

The award winning singer who loves her accessories and quirky chic look shows just how to rock an outfit with the right kind of accessories to make them pop.
In the very first episode, she's showing how to accessorize an elegant evening look, she's ready to hit the red carpet for a movie premiere and she's revealing how she intends to fire up the look with accessories from online jewelry brand, Bland2Glam.
Yemi Alade X Bland2Glam play Yemi Alade X Bland2Glam

Like she said, "She is dressed and ready to impress" Watch the video and take a look at her accessory styling for inspiration. Watch and learn, not forgetting to sound off below.
Every Thursday, Pulse.ng Presents with Yemi Alade and Bland2Glam will be up for you to learn how to put your jewelry together perfect to nail different looks perfect.
Bland2Glam is Nigeria's premier online jewelry brand known for their signature unique accessories available nationwide, all pieces are available to be purchased online at www.Bland2Glam.com.ng

Yemi Alade's styling session for Bland2Glam - Episode 1


xxclusive showbigz fashion news

African (Ankara) prints and traditional looks are styles common over the weekend and with 'Ankara' making stylish statements in every style, it's definitely a versatile choice that works

Thursday, 23 July 2015

Outfit of the day

Pulse Style's daily fashion inspiration where fashion enthusiasts/ fashion loving individual styles are broken down to serve as a style pointer for everyday wear and more...
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Vogue endorses Caitlyn Jenner for best dressed women of the week competition


Caitlyn Jenner, has been named as one of the  best dressed women of the week by the fashion bible, Vogue.
Socialite and model Olivia Palermo, is first followed by the reality television personality in the race for first place.

Caitlyn is in a stiff competition against Scottish beauty, Tilda Swinton, saucy Israeli-Italian journalist, Rula Jebreal and Swedish Seventh Son stunner, Alicia Vikander in an online vote.

The 65-year-old former Olympian was named in recognition of the supremely stylish and sexy wrap around white number she wore when she picked up her Arthur Ashe Courage Award at the ESPY Awards last week.

XXCLUSIVE SHOWBIGZ FASHION AND MODELING NEWS

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Wednesday, 22 July 2015

Latest Nigerian Ankara Styles and Fashion Design


Nigerian fashion has grown overtime beyond what was estimated 10 years ago and the growth is in no way slowing down and new fashion trends keeps coming out every now and then. One clothing material stands out of all the clothing materials used for designing these entire fashion outfits. It’s the Ankara styles, in this post you will find the latest Nigerian Ankara styles presenting trending everywhere within and outside the country.
Not much story or explanation here, just take a look for yourself and judge, decide which one you think is good enough and that you can wear to anywhere, home, work, church and so on. I will be waiting for you at the end of the latest Nigerian Ankara styles and fashion clothing. Don’t forget to let us hear your view using the comment form of Facebook form below, we love to hear from you because that will boost our moral in bringing to you more Ankara styles that are trending in the country.

SEYI SHAY AND NE-YO PERFORM AT 2015 MTV AFRICA MUSIC AWARDS


One of the most memorable performances at the just concluded MTV Africa Music Awards has got to be the surprise performance involving American singer Ne-Yo and Nigerian songbird, Seyi Shay.
The two got the audience screaming with excitement as they performed a rehearsed duet of Ne-Yo’s ‘Coming With You’ track.
See photos below
neyo performing

Saturday, 18 July 2015

Phyno and lil Kesh tearing up the stage at the 2015 Road to MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMA) party (Pulse)

1. The awards will hold on Saturday, July 18th which coincides with the 97th birthday of South African legend, Nelson Mandela.
2. The show will be hosted by American actor and writer, Anthony Anderson. Anderson co-hosted the recently held BET awards in Los Angeles, California and plays lead in the ABC's ‘Black-ish’ series.

xxclusive showbigz ( MM AFRICA AWARD)

This Saturday, the whole of Africa will be bustling with excitement, as the 5th edition of the MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMA) will hold in Durban, South Africa.
Already, some of the nominees have busied their social media pages with pleas and campaigns for support to ensure they win their categories.
But while the buzz continues, let’s do a quick recap of the fun facts about the MAMAs.

Friday, 17 July 2015

XXCLUSIVE SHOWBIGZ NEWS FROM MAMA AFRICA


The greatest show in Africa
Circus Mama Africa is a spectacle like no other.  Crowned with a distinctly African flavor,
Circus Mama Africa is an experiential feast for the senses; an opportunity to be touched by - and to taste - the many varied and rich cultures that Africa has to offer.  Without a doubt, this unforgettable experience will transport its spectators deep into the mystery of Africa, and reveal a side of the dark continent that they have never been exposed to before.
Awe-inspiring feats of energy , strength, dexterity, flexibility, and just plain old-fashioned impossibility are showcased in a non-stop display that is guaranteed to captivate the eyes and the hearts of the audience long after our two and half hour show finishes.

Jude Okoye and wife celebrate 1 year wedding anniversary

ude Okoye and his wife Ifeoma are celebrating their 1 year wedding anniversary today July 17th. The couple is blessed with a daughter. Congrats to them.

He's not single? Wizkid says hackers sent out the 'I'm single' tweet

The 'I'm Single' tweet has been replaced with this. Wizkid announced a few days ago that his account was hacked but...how did he now manage to tweet this?

CEO OF XXCLUSIVE SHOWBIGZ FASHION AND MODELING COMPANY CELEBRATING HIS BIRTH DAY

CEO of xxclusive showbigz fashion and modeling company populary know as Mr Ray is celebration his birth day with crews
as he turn 25 today,shellow out to you CEO.one love from the crew

Thursday, 16 July 2015

Chris Brown's Aunt Locked in Closet During Home Invasion Robbery at His House—Find Out What Police Said

Three armed men recently robbed a Los Angeles-area home belonging to Chris Brown and forced his aunt into a closet as they ransacked his property.
The incident was reported early on Wednesday, police confirmed to E! News. His aunt, the sole occupant, was not injured. Brown has not commented.
The man, who wore masks and were armed, stole and unspecified amount of cash, electronics and some other property and then fled, police said. Details were not provided.
Brown's aunt told police at the scene that she opened the door to the house after hearing a "commotion" outside and that three men forced their way inside and locked her in a closet. No arrests have been made and no physical descriptions of them were provided to police.
WATCH: Chris Brown shares latest videos of his adorable daughter Royalty
"This is a secluded home on a hillside,"  LAPD Lt. Kirk Kelley told reporters. "We're trying to see if there was any video that may have picked up the suspects."
He said police notified Brown of the robbery. The R&B star, who was at a pre-ESPYS and "Liquor" single release party at a Hollywood nightclub on Tuesday night, arrived around 2:55 a.m. on Wednesday with an entourage and left later that early morning.
In May, a woman was accused of breaking into a home Brown was renting about 17 miles away. The singer said he found her naked in his bed after he returned home from Las Vegas. She was arrested on suspicion of first-degree residential burglary, stalking and vandalism. She has pleaded not guilty. It is unclear if both incidents are related.

top stylist says omotola will need guts to wear new design

Popular Nollywood icon, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde is indeed sparing no costs in her bid to have a grand 20th anniversary celebrations. Word from her camp says the actress is poised to rock 40 custom-made outfits made exclusively by top Nigerian designers including celebrity stylists Chidinma Obairi, Ada and others. The obviously excited actress who wore a fabulous ‘Omosexy by Ada‘ print wrap gown on the first day of her tour in Abuja, has also stunned in designs by Chidinma Obairi. According to Omotola herself, the designer has said she will ‘need some courage to wear’ some of her other designs. Omotola disclosed this in a recent Facebook post, saying: ‘I hear I’ll need some courage to wear some of the Other outfits… Hahaha… You must not know me! ‪#Bringit ! ‪#Omosexyat20 ‪#OmotolaAt20YearsInEntertainment‪#osexyqueen ‪#Abuja.’ The beautiful actress fondly referred to as ‘Omosexy’ has captivated audiences and fans everywhere with her different outfits as she’s gone about her activities – awarding scholarships to students in selected schools, signing autographs, launching her new #igatvalue campaign among others. ...

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Popular Nollywood icon, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde is indeed sparing no costs in her bid to have a grand 20th anniversary celebrations. Word from her camp says the actress is poised to rock 40 custom-made outfits made exclusively by top Nigerian designers including celebrity stylists Chidinma Obairi, Ada and others. The obviously excited actress who wore a fabulous ‘Omosexy by Ada‘ print wrap gown on the first day of her tour in Abuja, has also stunned in designs by Chidinma Obairi. According to Omotola herself, the designer has said she will ‘need some courage to wear’ some of her other designs. Omotola disclosed this in a recent Facebook post, saying: ‘I hear I’ll need some courage to wear some of the Other outfits… Hahaha… You must not know me! ‪#Bringit ! ‪#Omosexyat20 ‪#OmotolaAt20YearsInEntertainment‪#osexyqueen ‪#Abuja.’ The beautiful actress fondly referred to as ‘Omosexy’ has captivated audiences and fans everywhere with her different outfits as she’s gone about her activities – awarding scholarships to students in selected schools, signing autographs, launching her new #igatvalue campaign among others. ...

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Popular Nollywood icon, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde is indeed sparing no costs in her bid to have a grand 20th anniversary celebrations. Word from her camp says the actress is poised to rock 40 custom-made outfits made exclusively by top Nigerian designers including celebrity stylists Chidinma Obairi, Ada and others. The obviously excited actress who wore a fabulous ‘Omosexy by Ada‘ print wrap gown on the first day of her tour in Abuja, has also stunned in designs by Chidinma Obairi. According to Omotola herself, the designer has said she will ‘need some courage to wear’ some of her other designs. Omotola disclosed this in a recent Facebook post, saying: ‘I hear I’ll need some courage to wear some of the Other outfits… Hahaha… You must not know me! ‪#Bringit ! ‪#Omosexyat20 ‪#OmotolaAt20YearsInEntertainment‪#osexyqueen ‪#Abuja.’ The beautiful actress fondly referred to as ‘Omosexy’ has captivated audiences and fans everywhere with her different outfits as she’s gone about her activities – awarding scholarships to students in selected schools, signing autographs, launching her new #igatvalue campaign among others. ...

Read More at thenet.ng/2015/02/top-stylist-says-omotola-will-need-guts-to-wear-new-designs/ Follow us: @theNETng on Twitter | theNETng on Facebook
Popular Nollywood icon, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde is indeed sparing no costs in her bid to have a grand 20th anniversary celebrations. Word from her camp says the actress is poised to rock 40 custom-made outfits made exclusively by top Nigerian designers including celebrity stylists Chidinma Obairi, Ada and others. The obviously excited actress who wore a fabulous ‘Omosexy by Ada‘ print wrap gown on the first day of her tour in Abuja, has also stunned in designs by Chidinma Obairi. According to Omotola herself, the designer has said she will ‘need some courage to wear’ some of her other designs. Omotola disclosed this in a recent Facebook post, saying: ‘I hear I’ll need some courage to wear some of the Other outfits… Hahaha… You must not know me! ‪#Bringit ! ‪#Omosexyat20 ‪#OmotolaAt20YearsInEntertainment‪#osexyqueen ‪#Abuja.’ The beautiful actress fondly referred to as ‘Omosexy’ has captivated audiences and fans everywhere with her different outfits as she’s gone about her activities – awarding scholarships to students in selected schools, signing autographs, launching her new #igatvalue campaign among others. ...

Read More at thenet.ng/2015/02/top-stylist-says-omotola-will-need-guts-to-wear-new-designs/ Follow us: @theNETng on Twitter | theNETng on Facebook
Popular Nollywood icon, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde is indeed sparing no costs in her bid to have a grand 20th anniversary celebrations. Word from her camp says the actress is poised to rock 40 custom-made outfits made exclusively by top Nigerian designers including celebrity stylists Chidinma Obairi, Ada and others. The obviously excited actress who wore a fabulous ‘Omosexy by Ada‘ print wrap gown on the first day of her tour in Abuja, has also stunned in designs by Chidinma Obairi. According to Omotola herself, the designer has said she will ‘need some courage to wear’ some of her other designs. Omotola disclosed this in a recent Facebook post, saying: ‘I hear I’ll need some courage to wear some of the Other outfits… Hahaha… You must not know me! ‪#Bringit ! ‪#Omosexyat20 ‪#OmotolaAt20YearsInEntertainment‪#osexyqueen ‪#Abuja.’ The beautiful actress fondly referred to as ‘Omosexy’ has captivated audiences and fans everywhere with her different outfits as she’s gone about her activities – awarding scholarships to students in selected schools, signing autographs, launching her new #igatvalue campaign among others. ...

Read More at thenet.ng/2015/02/top-stylist-says-omotola-will-need-guts-to-wear-new-designs/ Follow us: @theNETng on Twitter | theNETng on Facebook
Popular Nollywood icon, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde is indeed sparing no costs in her bid to have a grand 20th anniversary celebrations. Word from her camp says the actress is poised to rock 40 custom-made outfits made exclusively by top Nigerian designers including celebrity stylists Chidinma Obairi, Ada and others. The obviously excited actress who wore a fabulous ‘Omosexy by Ada‘ print wrap gown on the first day of her tour in Abuja, has also stunned in designs by Chidinma Obairi. According to Omotola herself, the designer has said she will ‘need some courage to wear’ some of her other designs. Omotola disclosed this in a recent Facebook post, saying: ‘I hear I’ll need some courage to wear some of the Other outfits… Hahaha… You must not know me! ‪#Bringit ! ‪#Omosexyat20 ‪#OmotolaAt20YearsInEntertainment‪#osexyqueen ‪#Abuja.’ The beautiful actress fondly referred to as ‘Omosexy’ has captivated audiences and fans everywhere with her different outfits as she’s gone about her activities – awarding scholarships to students in selected schools, signing autographs, launching her new #igatvalue campaign among others. ...

Read More at thenet.ng/2015/02/top-stylist-says-omotola-will-need-guts-to-wear-new-designs/ Follow us: @theNETng on Twitter | theNETng on Facebook
Popular Nollywood icon, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde is indeed sparing no costs in her bid to have a grand 20th anniversary celebrations. Word from her camp says the actress is poised to rock 40 custom-made outfits made exclusively by top Nigerian designers including celebrity stylists Chidinma Obairi, Ada and others. The obviously excited actress who wore a fabulous ‘Omosexy by Ada‘ print wrap gown on the first day of her tour in Abuja, has also stunned in designs by Chidinma Obairi. According to Omotola herself, the designer has said she will ‘need some courage to wear’ some of her other designs. Omotola disclosed this in a recent Facebook post, saying: ‘I hear I’ll need some courage to wear some of the Other outfits… Hahaha… You must not know me! ‪#Bringit ! ‪#Omosexyat20 ‪#OmotolaAt20YearsInEntertainment‪#osexyqueen ‪#Abuja.’ The beautiful actress fondly referred to as ‘Omosexy’ has captivated audiences and fans everywhere with her different outfits as she’s gone about her activities – awarding scholarships to students in selected schools, signing autographs, launching her new #igatvalue campaign among others. ...

Read More at thenet.ng/2015/02/top-stylist-says-omotola-will-need-guts-to-wear-new-designs/ Follow us: @theNETng on Twitter | theNETng on Facebookvv
Popular Nollywood icon, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde is indeed sparing no costs in her bid to have a grand 20th anniversary celebrations. Word from her camp says the actress is poised to rock 40 custom-made outfits made exclusively by top Nigerian designers including celebrity stylists Chidinma Obairi, Ada and others. The obviously excited actress who wore a fabulous ‘Omosexy by Ada‘ print wrap gown on the first day of her tour in Abuja, has also stunned in designs by Chidinma Obairi. According to Omotola herself, the designer has said she will ‘need some courage to wear’ some of her other designs. Omotola disclosed this in a recent Facebook post, saying: ‘I hear I’ll need some courage to wear some of the Other outfits… Hahaha… You must not know me! ‪#Bringit ! ‪#Omosexyat20 ‪#OmotolaAt20YearsInEntertainment‪#osexyqueen ‪#Abuja.’ The beautiful actress fondly referred to as ‘Omosexy’ has captivated audiences and fans everywhere with her different outfits as she’s gone about her activities – awarding scholarships to students in selected schools, signing autographs, launching her new #igatvalue campaign among others. ...

Read More at thenet.ng/2015/02/top-stylist-says-omotola-will-need-guts-to-wear-new-designs/ Follow us: @theNETng on Twitter | theNETng on Facebook
Popular Nollywood icon, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde is indeed sparing no costs in her bid to have a grand 20th anniversary celebrations. Word from her camp says the actress is poised to rock 40 custom-made outfits made exclusively by top Nigerian designers including celebrity stylists Chidinma Obairi, Ada and others. The obviously excited actress who wore a fabulous ‘Omosexy by Ada‘ print wrap gown on the first day of her tour in Abuja, has also stunned in designs by Chidinma Obairi. According to Omotola herself, the designer has said she will ‘need some courage to wear’ some of her other designs. Omotola disclosed this in a recent Facebook post, saying: ‘I hear I’ll need some courage to wear some of the Other outfits… Hahaha… You must not know me! ‪#Bringit ! ‪#Omosexyat20 ‪#OmotolaAt20YearsInEntertainment‪#osexyqueen ‪#Abuja.’ The beautiful actress fondly referred to as ‘Omosexy’ has captivated audiences and fans everywhere with her different outfits as she’s gone about her activities – awarding scholarships to students in selected schools, signing autographs, launching her new #igatvalue campaign among others....

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Wednesday, 15 July 2015

Snippet: Kelvin Boj ft. Fetty Wap – Olosho

KelvinBoj&FettyWap - Olosho2 KelvinBoj&FettyWap - Olosho3 KelvinBoj&FettyWap - Olosho4 KelvinBoj&FettyWap - Olosho5 Nigerian Producer ‘LayLow’ now goes by the name ‘Kelvin Boj’. Kelvin Boj has been in Atlanta working as a producer and has a couple of unreleased work with production credits to his name with artists like Gucci Mane, Rich Homie Quan, Rae Sremmurd and Migos. He recently got into the studio to record his debut international single as an artist/producer with man of the moment ‘Fetty Wap’ and they titled this one ‘Olosho’. The official single will drop sometime next week but for now listen to a snippet of the song.

Tuesday, 14 July 2015

XXCLUSIVE SHOWBIGZ FASHION AND MODELING NEWS

As a true French gentleman, Hugo Villanova brings a touch of class to the catwalk for designers like Kris Van Assche and Dries Van Noten. New York offers Villanova the opportunity to introduce his romantic look to a whole new audience—he’s already made waves at the week’s first big presentation, Plac, alongside stars like Piero Mendez and Abiah Hostvedt. 

Bracket – Alive (Album Art & Tracklist)

he duo of Vast & Smash aka Bracket have had a big year across Africa, making a lot of buzz with a couple of songs that we all are very aware of. The biggest being “Alive” featuring. Tiwa Savage & Diamond and Mama Africa which currently has 11 million views on YouTube and counting. IMG_20150709_160631


Monday, 13 July 2015

SWAG MISTRESSE PEFIZY

Is queenlucy a fast rising star, popularly know as swag mistress PEFIZY, swag mistress has proven to her fans that she will take over rap industry in Nigeria,she has 5 news songs,which she reveal,akuko ifo,bia fum anya, Ndi nmuo and R.I.P with her record label,(Sycos empire entertainment). for business contact, you can contact  her on bbm 2BC5B411 or follow her on switter @ pefizy.we love you swag mistress.

Saturday, 11 July 2015

Video: Vector ft. Phyno, Reminisce, Classiq & Uzi – King Kong (Remix)

After all the teases, G.R.A.P Music releases the video to Vector’s King Kong Remix featuring rap heavyweights Phyno, Reminisce, Classiq and Uzi
G.R.A.P Music releases the video to Vector’s fully loaded “King Kong” Remix. The video shot by popular director, Matt Max, features a series of mystic, and dark pictures punctuated by the heavyweight rappers doing their lyrical thing.
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Video: DJ Dimplez ft. Ice Prince, Emmy Gee & Riky Rick – Bae Coupe
Video: Bigiano – Tonight


South Africa based Nigerian artiste – ScoobyNero is back in a very impressive fashion by putting out 2 new singles titled “FADED” featuring South African rap queen, Nadia Nakia and “MINNIE DLAMINI” Featuring Nigerian rap maestro Vector.

Friday, 10 July 2015

TV Gal Vimbai covers Mania magazine -

Our Big Brother Africa star, Zimbabwean born Vimbai Mutinhiri covers the new issue of Mania magazine - the travel edition. Vimbai relieves the memories of her journey thus far in an exclusive interview.

Photographer: Kelechi Amadi-Obi. Fashion Editor: Godson Ukaegbu. Make-up: Bimpe Onakoya.she look sweet.

Is Akon being used as a front for Chinese-owned businesses to sell solar power to Africa?

So says this article by Joseph Guthrie titled 'Tricking Africa?'. Read below..

When the news broke about Akon’s initiative to bring solar power to 600 million Africans, social media was awash with praise and mainstream media felt compelled to spread the word. The Senegalese-American recording artist/entrepreneur officially became the face of the plan that he had dropped hints about for a year. Upon first glance, you couldn’t really blame anyone for extending their adulation.
The world’s second largest continent and its 54 nations have repeatedly been a target for imperialism, colonialism, and conquest so seeing a descendent “give back” to the people struggling to keep their heads above water was indeed a refreshing moment.
 The official Akon Lighting Africa (ALA) webpage is a spectacle to behold: Akon’s visage and signature adorning his words in the form of a quotation “…bringing hope to millions and ultimately giving Africa a better future” greet you as the page loads; three major bullet points outlining the programme’s overall goals to bring light to the African masses neatly line up next to that. For lots of people – the global black diaspora, notwithstanding – this move is beyond major. 

Akon’s peers in the entertainment industry – particularly black artists and/or actors – were very vocal in their support. Snoop Dogg, Busta Rhymes, Tyrese, Timbaland, and Lil Jon used their respective spaces to tell their fans and affiliates about this incredible academy. Mike Bloomberg and organisations, including the United Nations, also spoke highly of Akon’s efforts. Countless Africans tendered their gratitude to Akon for stepping forward and using his stardom to make a significant difference in their lives. Truly, it was marvellous to see all of this positivity abounding.
Or at least… it seemed marvellous at the time.

Not even a day after ALA was officially announced, Snoop Dogg took to Instagram to air a grievance. He bemoaned the fact that major media outlets prioritised the coverage of Caitlyn Jenner over Akon’s solar academy, insulting Caitlyn – a transgender woman – in the process. Of course, I was appalled by the labelling of Jenner as “a science project,” and when I took to Twitter to air my own views on the discourse (calling out the attention ALA wasn’t getting using that kind of transphobic language is quite crass and wholly unproductive, I feel), I saw that valid questions were being asked about ALA.

JJ Bola – author, poet, and educator – was one of a few people I noticed looking at the ALA initiative critically. “…Where does that 600 million figure come from? That’s half the continent,” he tweeted. He’s not far off: The estimated total population of Africa is 1.111 billion people. Half of that is 550,500,000 – very close to the number of people that ALA has said they will deliver a clean, renewable energy source to. Even allowing for lofty ambition, I still believed the target was achievable considering ALA’s $1bn line of credit and the substantial political networking ALA has already done to get this realised. And then, I was presented with a blog post in the Corge that made no bones about why they thought ALA was merely a wolf in sheep’s clothing. Their lengthy essay laid out major concerns, stating Akon is nothing more than a “scumbag torch-bearer for the new imperialism that is coming” to the continent. Initially, the whole thing read to me like an aimless rant, effing and blinding and throwing out all manner of insults to Akon’s character. Thankfully, there was a decent amount of substance to the concerns and a bit of righteousness to the anger. It also provided answers to my own questions about ALA, upon further research and fact-checking. Consider the following:

Who is funding ALA? ALA has been provided a $1bn line of credit via China Jiangsu International, a state-owned international conglomerate, headquartered in Nanjing, China, specialising in economic cooperation and foreign trade. China Jiangsu International was founded in December 1980 and has more than 30 overseas subsidiaries, offices and branches to extend their reach and influence to roughly 80 countries around the world. According to their website, “CJI has exported chemical products, API, electrical equipment, and materials exports, exceeding a total volume of $10bn USD per year.” 
Is this a private venture or is ALA not-for-profit? How will it be paid for? It appears ALA isn’t what you’d call a completely philanthropic endeavour, to say the least. Quoth Akon: “We invest our own money to get things started. We go in, plead our case to the country, put up pilots with our own dollars using sophisticated equipment…It shows people that we’re not coming in to pull money out of the country, we’re there to provide jobs for the locals and to enable them to feed their families.” So what does he mean by this? According to the ALA website, the average investment per village is $75,000 USD and will see the partnership of public (read: government, heads of state) organisations and private firms (read: Solektra, Give1 Project, Akon Corp, Sumec, Nari, and Huawei) in order to oversee the delivery. Given the private companies getting involved and private dollars getting spent, one would expect these companies to see a return on that investment. Sure enough, Samba Bathily – one of the cofounders for ALA and head of the holding group that owns Solektra – dropped more knowledge on the subject. “It means anyone who installs our systems can make payments over [several] years. Most of these countries couldn’t allocate the money to pay for a big project up front, but they can afford if they pay by installments.” [REF.? this I think is the embedded link at ‘knowledge’ above] At this stage, one would be well pressed to make ALA out to be altruistic.

XXCLUSIVE SHOWBIGZ FASHION AND MODELING NEWS

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      • Eyebrow and eye lashes
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      • How to apply eye shadow and eyeliner
      • How to apply mascara
      • How to apply blush
      • How to apply lip liner, lip stick and lip gloss
      • How to apply false eyelashes
    • Module 6:
      • Popular Makeup Looks
        • Chapter 1: Day and Evening Makeup
        • Chapter 2: How to do Perfect Smoky Eyes
        • Chapter 3: How to do the Perfect Pin-Up Look
    • Module 7:
      • Intermediate Makeup Topics
        • Chapter 1: Your 5 Minute Makeup Routine
        • Chapter 2: Makeup Techniques While Wearing Glasses
        • Chapter 3: How to Apply Makeup on Mature Women
        • Chapter 4: How to Apply Makeup on African American Women
    • Module 8:
      • Corrective Contouring on Different Face Shapes
        • Chapter 1: Introduction to Corrective Contouring
        • Chapter 2: Corrective Contouring on Different Face Shapes
        • Chapter 3: Corrective Contouring for the Long Face Shape
        • Chapter 4: Corrective Contouring for the Round Face Shape
        • Chapter 5: Corrective Contouring for the Heart (Inverted Triangle) Face Shape
        • Chapter 6: Corrective Contouring for the Diamond Face Shape
        • Chapter 7: Corrective Contouring for the Pear (Trapezoid/Triangle) Face Shape
        • Chapter 8: Corrective Contouring for the Square Face Shape
    • Module 9
      • Corrective Contouring on Different Nose Shapes
        • Corrective Contouring on Large prominent nose
        • Corrective Contouring on Broad/wide nose
        • Corrective Contouring on Snub nose
        • Corrective Contouring on Thin short nose
        • Corrective Contouring on Long nose
        • Corrective Contouring on Hawk nose
        • Corrective Contouring on Broken or bumped nose
    • Module 10
      • Corrective Contouring on Different Jaw Lines
        • Corrective Contouring on a Broad Jaw Line
        • Corrective Contouring on a Narrow Jaw Line
        • Corrective Contouring on a Square Jaw Line
        • Corrective Contouring on a Round Jaw Line
        • Corrective Contouring on a Triangular Jaw Line
        • Corrective Contouring on a Weak Jaw Line
    • Module 11
      • Corrective Contouring on Different Cheekbones
        • Corrective Contouring on Full Cheeks
        • Corrective Contouring on High Cheekbones
        • Corrective Contouring on Wide Cheeks
        • Corrective Contouring on Narrow Face and Cheeks
    • Module 12
      • Corrective Contouring on Different Forehead Shapes
        • Chapter 1: Corrective Contouring on Different Forehead Shapes
        • Chapter 2: Corrective Contouring on a Wide Forehead
        • Chapter 3: Corrective Contouring on a Square Forehead
        • Chapter 4: Corrective Contouring on a High Forehead
        • Chapter 5: Corrective Contouring on a Narrow & Tapering Forehead
        • Chapter 6: Corrective Contouring on a Short Forehead
    • Module 13
      • Eye Shadow Application on Different Eye Colors
        • Chapter 1: How to Apply Eye Shadow on Green Eyes
        • Chapter 2: How to Apply Eye Shadow on Brown Eyes
        • Chapter 3: How to Apply Eye Shadow on Blue Eyes
        • Chapter 4: How to Apply Eye Shadow on Grey Eyes
    • Module 14
      • Makeup Application on Different Eye Shapes
        • Chapter 1: How to Apply Makeup on Different Eye Shapes
        • Chapter 2: How to Apply Makeup on Almond Eyes
        • Chapter 3: How to Apply Makeup on Wide-Set Eyes
        • Chapter 4: How to Apply Makeup on Close-Set Eyes
        • Chapter 5: How to Apply Makeup on Hooded Eyes
        • Chapter 6: How to Apply Makeup on Big, Protruding Eyes
        • Chapter 7: How to Apply Makeup on Round Eyes
        • Chapter 8: How to Apply Makeup on Deep-Set Eyes
        • Chapter 9: How to Apply Makeup on Downturned Eyes
        • Chapter 10: How to Apply Makeup on Small Eyes
        • Chapter 11: How to Apply Makeup on Asian Eyes
    • Module 15
      • Bridal Makeup
        • Chapter 1: What to Consider for Your Wedding Makeup
        • Chapter 2: How to Apply Makeup on Groom
        • Chapter 3: Bridal Makeup Look: Young and Beautiful Bride
        • Chapter 4: Bridal Makeup Look: Shiny, Happy Bride
        • Chapter 5: Bridal Makeup Look: Modern Bride
        • Chapter 6: Bridal Makeup Look: Elegant Bride
        • Chapter 7: Bridal Makeup Look: Beautiful Asian Bride
    • Module 16
      • Celebrity Makeup
        • Chapter 1: How to Apply Makeup for Television, Magazines and Runways
        • Chapter 2: Celebrity Makeup Look: The Oscars
        • Chapter 3: Celebrity Makeup Look: Broadway
        • Chapter 4: Celebrity Makeup Look: The Runway
        • Chapter 5: Celebrity Makeup Look: Hollywood
        • Chapter 6: Celebrity Makeup Look: The Grammys
    • Module 17
      • Photo Shoot Makeup
        • Chapter 1: Photo Shoot Makeup Look: High Fashion
        • Chapter 2: Photo Shoot Makeup Look: Sexy Crimson 
        • Module 18 Makeup and Services in Commercial Environment
        • Chapter 1: How to Treat Customers Effectively in a Store Environment
        • Chapter 2: How to Find Clients for Your Makeup Business
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    • Purchase this Deal on DealDey website 
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XXCLUSIVE SHOWBIGZ MC BENSON

one of the fast rising comedian/kushkamp frontliner MC Benson has proven that he is ready to take the industry as the next big thing with this hilarious skit
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Yemi Alade ft. Selebobo – Na Gode

Effyzzie Music‘s leading lady Yemi Alade is extremely thankful on the first single lifted off her sophomore album, which is slated for a 2016 release. The rousing highlife gem is christened “Na Gode”, and features the track’s producer Selebobo. “Na Gode” which means “thank you” in Hausa preaches the message of gratitude and giving; no matter your present situation, you have to be thankful or better still say “Na Gode”, because it could be worse not forgetting aiding the less privileged individuals in the society. Asides the message, “Na Gode” a mid-tempo cut that is fated to cause a musical uproar and find a home on any playlist.After birthing monster hits “Johnny” and “Tangerine”, Yemi Alade and Selebobo collide again to serve “Na Gode”, a song critics are already labelling “classic”. Listen, download, buy, share, enjoy and do not forget to say “Na Gode”

Thursday, 9 July 2015

XXCLUSIVE SHOWBIGZ FASHION AND MODELING NEWS

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Brainy Jayvall the hip pop and R and B singer about to Drop an album on first august 2015
 with his record label (BY muzik) also a Nigeria artist Base in U.A E 2012 He feature My seeker of the SR Record Tittle (Love to Night) which  he also feature the xxclusive dancers .

xxclusive showbigz fashion and modeling news

On the list of looks you do not expect to see on the catwalk at Céline, fashion’s Parisian temple to cerebral chic, cute woodland animals rank pretty high.
A model presents a creation for Céline during Sunday’s catwalk show.
A model presents a creation for Céline during Sunday’s catwalk show. Photograph: Bertrand Guay/AFP/Getty Images
But then designer Phoebe Philo’s modus operandi has long been to throw a curveball, explain it in only the most oblique terms, then sit back and wait for the rest of the industry to follow. Céline made the switch to laid-back separates back when everyone else was still doing those perky dresses that, these days, only daytime TV presenters wear. It pioneered polonecks a full three years before the trend exploded.
The latest collection was the fluffiest of Philo’s curveballs to date. At the home of cool minimalism, silk blouses came decorated with sketched otters and foxes, while ladylike wrap coats were lavished with wide fur collars. Where her previous collections have dazzled with their crisply symmetrical lines, this one bewitched with bedroomy fabrics, with clothes that looked about to burst through too-tight buttons. Coat dresses in pale quilted eiderdown silk were undone to show a glimpse of shoulder, dresses in camisole and petticoat shapes were layered and tangled, like an unmade bed.
Because of Philo’s uncanny knack for sensing twists and turns in the fashion plot before they happen, the intensely private designer is besieged backstage after each show by a fashionable mob wanting the answer to the question of what women should wear next, and why. But Philo, who was wearing a calf-length black skirt and white plimsolls with a back-to-front sweater in ribbed chocolate brown wool, open at the back and loosely fastened with cream cotton apron-style straps, had more questions than answers.
“It’s about the fine line between sexuality and sensuality,” she said. “What I am trying to do is to explore that, and I use all this as a way of finding out about myself. I am interested in glamour, but I have lots of questions about it: when is it too much, when is it not enough? When is it girly, when is it womanly? How can it be authentic with the way we work at Céline?”
“When is it girly, when is it womanly?” was one of the questions posed after the show by Phoebe Philo.
‘When is it girly, when is it womanly?’ was one of the questions posed after the show by Phoebe Philo. Photograph: Bertrand Guay/AFP/Getty Images
These were open-ended questions, she said: hence a collection marked by its contrasts, in which ladylike coats in ruched cream leather and trailing scarves of black pom pom fur were mixed with dynamic, clean-lined jumpsuits and a new hybrid of the rucksack which resembled a shoulder-holster for a handgun. The animals, said Philo, were about “a charm, and also a darkness”.
The themes of the show echoed Prada in Milan, which also dabbled in the dark arts of ladylike dressing. But the codes here were all Céline’s own, especially a distinctive longline, fluid silhouette.