THIS IS AMANDA-ERA: December 2013

Tuesday, 31 December 2013

AROUND THE WEB: Tyler Perry lays anointed hands on T.D. Jakes after donating $1Million

Film producer Tyler Perry gave an impromptu speech about “giving” and the anointing of GOD during Bishop T.D. Jake’s Mega Fest in Dallas, TX this weekend. The clip, which has gone viral, begins with Tyler speaking about the voice of GOD moving in him and directing him to donate $1 million dollars to The Potter’s House.

The 2013 entertainment calendar year came to close with the Ghana Movie Awards held at the Accra International Conference Centre on the 30th of December, 2013.
Leila Djansi was the biggest winner for the night sweeping home eight (8) awards with her new movie-“Northern Affair.”

Yoruba actress, Toyin Aimakhu-Johnson has shared photos of herself and husband after posting earlier angry tweets about another actress trying to tarnish her image and marriage.
The actress has since deleted her tweets and thanked her fans for their advice and a promise to be a better person.
See tweets below

Popular Yoruba actress, Toyin Aimakhu-Johnson took to her twitter page to lash out at another actress.
Although she did not mention any name, she sounded pretty pissed.
See tweets below

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s allegation that President Goodluck Jonathan is training snipers keeps generating the heat.
Although, Obasanjo did not name anybody, the founder of the militant Niger Delta People’s Volunteer Force (NDPV), Alhaji Mujahid Asari-Dokubo, thinks he is the one the former president was referring to.

Nollywood actress, Genevieve Nnaji and kokomaster - D'banj have rekindled their love.
The Kokomaster, 33, and movie star, Genevieve Nnaji, 34, are back together two years after they parted ways.
The two are obviously serious about their relationship this time that Genny is currently staying at D'banj's Lekki home, and they are said to be already talking marriage.

The loved up couple dated on and off from 2009 to 2011 before Genevieve broke off the relationship because of D'banj's commitment issues.
If they both get married, they would undoubtedly be the 'Power Couple' of the Nigerian entertainment scene. something like JayZ and Beyonce.

HALLELUYAH!! Iheanacho’s Manchester City move is back on track

Kelechi Iheanacho’s transfer to Manchester City is back on track after it looked like it had collapsed over a delayed payment.
MTNFootball.com reveals that agents working on the move to the EPL side for the FIFA U-17 World Cup MVP are now working on getting the player and father to England for a meeting to address “some vexed issues.”
“Both the agents in the United States and those in London are now co-operating to get visas to the United Kingdom for the Iheanachos so that they meet with Manchester City officials on the contract they have signed,” a top source informed MTNFootball.com
“You could therefore say the transfer is back on track,” he added.
Issues to be discussed would include the January 2015 payments to the player, his father and the Taye Football Academy in Owerri.

OJB Jezreel's Disappointment with D'Banj and Other Celebs.

During an interview with Inspiration FM's Gloria Maduka post surgery, veteran music producer OJB Jezreel addressed controversy surrounding his donations, said celebs used it as competition and calls out Dbanj.
Here's why he's unhappy with D'banj. During his fund raiser many months back, there were rumours that D'banj gave his former music producer N7m, a report that D'banj didn't deny. OJB says D'banj didn't give him a dime and was upset that he didn't try to set the record straight.

Stephanie Okereke Drops Encouraging New Year Message to Fans

Nollywood top actress, Stephanie Okereke-Linus has shared few words with her fans to remain positive despite not achieving their dreams so fast. According to her, it is easy for someone to be depressed and focus on the negative things and things he cannot achieve, but its better to remain focus on the positive things that have to do with your dreams. The message is really encouraging,

Just as her colleague in the movie industry Chika Ike was being conferred with a chieftaincy title, actress Oge Okoye also got a Honorary Chieftaincy Title (Igolo Nwanyi 1 of Amoli) in Awgu L.G.A. Enugu State for her contribution to the growth and development of Igbo land. Big Big Congrats to my Girl. #Love you much. see event pics after the cut...

On Monday Dec 23, 2013 top actress Mercy Johnson-Okojie donated various material things for livelihood to 5000 widows in Uromi, her husband’s home town. According to the information gathered, she made the entire widows and the people of Uromi visibly joyful.

Tragedy was averted, Sunday, when a Boeing 737 plane with over 100 passengers belonging to Aero Contractors had a tyre blow-out immediately after landing at the Murtala Mohammed Airport, MMA, Lagos.

Story of what happened as told by one of the passengers, former FCT minister, Nasir El-Rufai

Prolific Nollywood actress, Uche Jombo added a year to her age on Saturday, December 28, 2013 and she spent an ample time with her heartthrob in the United States of America (USA).

Top music producer, Olumide Aka, popularly known as ID Cabasa, the guy who produced 9ice's mega hit debut album, is reportedly now a pastor. He was ordained today at Global Impact Church, Babs Animashaun, Surulere. A big congratulations to him...

Christian groups protest over Calabar carnival

A Christian youth group under the aegis of Christian Youth Group in Cross River State has protested at the Government House in Calabar, over the conduct of carnival activities on Sundays, alleging that the state Government was apparently scheming to suppress Christianity and relegate the religion to the background in the state.

A mysterious craft, which residents of Awotan in Ido Local Government Area of Oyo State called a “drone”, was reported to have crashed into a building at Omiremi Quarters in the community, leaving a crater on the roof of the building, just as aviation sources confirmed the object as a United States’ drone on an espionage mission in Nigeria.

INTRODUCING: The Top 10 Richest Pastors In The World

This is a list of the richest pastors worldwide.
1. Bishop T. D Jakes: Bishop Jakes lives in a $1,700,000 mansion, he has been called America's best preacher and has been featured on the cover of TIME magazine. He is a writer, preacher and movie producer. Thomas Dexter "T. D." Jakes, Sr. is the bishop/chief pastor of The Potter's House, a non-denominational American mega church, with 30,000 members, located in Dallas, Texas. T.D Jakes wears custom made suits and sports a diamond ring the size of a coin. This man of God has been endowed with a $150 million net worth.

Juliet Ibrahim might not have starred in many movies in 2013, but fortunately for her, the latest movie titled ‘Rain’ in which she featured in early this year, has been released onto the market for sale.

Months after acquiring a car, Godwin Tom, manager of sensational pop singer, Wizkid has crashed his automobile. Going by a message posted by the young man on his Instagram page, he was involved in a road mishap on Christmas Day, but escaped death.

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# 3.3L homemade chicken stock, recipe follows, or from a stock cube

# 450g French green lentils (recommended: du Puy)

# Freshly grated Parmesan, for serving

The Headies 2013: Photos & Full List of Winners

Music’s biggest night in Nigeria went last night in the metropolitan city of Lagos, and of course it was super fun. On boxing day, Thursday 26th December 2013, the black carpet was rolled out at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos for the biggest names in the Nigerian entertainment industry for The Headies 2013.

Photo: Comedienne Princess's marriage crashes

Fresh reports indicate that the marriage of popular Nigerian comedienne Princess has crashed.
Princess (real name Oluwadamilola Adekoya) and her hubby Shola have reportedly gone their separate ways putting behind them the 7 month-old rocky union.

At a time when most young Nigerian's feel nothing but shame and disgust about their country, seeking for means to flea to foreign lands, this young man, Vladimir Maslovsky from Ukraine who calls himself “Oyinbo FlyBoi Nigerian” has claimed that he loves Nigeria and cannot wait to visit Nigeria.
Maslovsky has a tattoo of Nigeria Coat of Arms on his body and he can also speak Yoruba and Igbo a little. See his message to Nigeria below;

COOL PHOTOS: D'Prince looking Sharp

The Mavin artist, D'prince is obviously ending the year 2013 on a good note as he recently acquired a Mercedes Benz Coupe worth N12milion now he has shared handsome photos of himself on his instagram page. See more photos:

Photo: Driver Gerardo Gamboa return huge amount of money found in his cab to the owner

A Las Vegas taxi driver has been hailed for his honesty after returning $300,000 in cash found in his cab to the rightful owner, the Las Vegas Sun reported on Tuesday.
I stumbled on this news article and decided to share it with aim to challenge your level of morality. In a time of immense hardship and global recession, is it still possible to have genuine good individuals like this taxi driver? please read and ask yourself sincerely;-would i be able to do what he did?

Beyonce proves once more why she deserves to wear that "Halo" as she fulfills the dying wish of a 12-year-old girl with an inoperable brain tumor.
Taylon Davis made her last wish using the Make-a-Wish Foundation. And the wish was to dance with Beyoncé.

Despite being disowned by the family after the death of Sunny Okosun, Ethel Okosun and organisers of Exquisite Face of the Universe World Finals deemed it fit last week to honour the singer with a tribute performance at the grand finale of the pageant.

Africa’s richest man, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, is a well-known personality in Nigeria and even across the shores of Africa. The business mogul of repute has several thousand staff working under his conglomerate. The Christian work force within the richest man in Africa’s business empire, Dangote Groups Head office are said to be crying out against religious marginalization this much we gathered.

Fashola billed to present the Remi Lagos award at Change A Life show

The governor of Lagos state, Babatunde Raji Fashola will alongside Funmi Iyanda be presenting The Remi Lagos Award. The award which is named after the late Lagos fashion designer, Remi Lagos is to be given to the most outstanding holistic educational scholarship beneficiary for 2013. The winner this is UmohUwana, who is also one of Change A Life(CAL) beneficiaries.

Eagles Player Joseph Yobo Shares Christmas Family Photo And Card

Super Eagles captain Joseph Yobo has shared this Christmas card featuring his sweet family.
Their lovely kid looks like the future champion. Lovely family.
READ MORE: http://news.naij.com/55142.html

Fans blast Nigerian rapper, Eldee for supporting gay rights

Rapper Eldee went on social media a few hours ago to voice his support on the rights of gays in Africa eliciting a whirlwind on social media. He voiced his support following the post made by Mr Richard Branson CEO Virgin Group who posted…

Ghanaian actress Nadia Buari looked absolutely sensational for the premiere of her latest movie ‘Diary of Imogen Brown’ which she also directed.
In the movie she co-stars with her boo actor Jim Iyke. The movie premiere took place at the Accra International Conference Centre on Monday evening with the cast and crew, including Nadia Buari, Jim Iyke, Prince Mingle, Beatrice Dadson, Soraya Mensah in attendance.

The Delta State Police Command said on Tuesday that it has arraigned one Pastor Victor Osakwe at the Asaba Magistrate Court for allegedly defrauding unsuspecting victims of more than N20 million.

The verbal feud between former leader, Olusegun Obasanjo and the Nigerian President, Goodluck Jonathan, is getting deeper as presidency has submitted himself to the National Human Rights Commission, NHRC, for probe over criminal allegations against him by former president, Olusegun Obasanjo.

The elder brother of Chelsea star, John Mikel Obi, Ebele Obi was involved in a ghastly motor accident on Monday.

Christmas Present: Timi Dakolo And Wife Welcome Lovely Baby Girl On Christmas Day

Popular Nigerian singer and his wife, Busola welcomed a lovely baby girl today, 25th of Dec., 2013.
Talented vocalist, Timi Dakolo is presently in a double joyful mood. Apart from celebrating Christmas, the winner of West Africa Idol, which also produced Omawumi as runner-up, has welcomed a new baby from his wife.

Nollywood actress Mercy Jonhson Okojie recently took out time to appreciate her fans for all their support and love. Read what she said below;

A couple days back, Respected cleric and founder of Deeper Christian Life Ministry, Pastor W.F Kumuyi called on his members and all who cared to listen to stop celebrating Christmas, saying that it is idolatry, a lot of people the world over threw tantrums and said all sorts. READ HERE.

could this be what Kumuyi meant?

The movie tells a thrilling story of a young couple who set out to uncover the secret that was locked away by the Lady’s father in a far away land. Dangers, Love and Betrayal loom in a horrifying search for the truth. The movie features OC Ukeje, Jide Kosoko, Lilian Esoro and Linda Ejiofor

See trailer below….

Proud dad, Comedian Klint Da Drunk, shared joyful photos of his happy family at Pre-Christmas photo shoot Card.

The father posed with two of his cute kids, and a beautiful wife.
See the photos below:

Iyanya is one of those Nigerian artistes whose year 2013 was absolutely fantastic.

The Kurere Master got several multi-million naira deals, had sold-out concerts in Nigeria and abroad.

The co-owner of MMMG, and his crew got together for an all-white boat cruise, which set sail at the Lekki waterways to Ilase private beach, Lagos.

Check out the photos from the event below:

Pope Francis is delivering his first Christmas Eve mass as Pope on Tuesday night in St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican.

Merry Christmas Dearest Amanda-Era Followers!!

This goes out to all the friends and followers of Amanda-era blog, wishing you all a very blissful Christmas celebrations. Happy Holidays!!.

Jonathan's CHRISTMAS MESSAGE To Nigerians

On Tuesday, Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan congratulated Nigerians, especially Christians, who celebrate Christmas.

Kelechukwu and M.I. Abaga may to clap for themselves, as it looks like the two rappers have put aside their long running feud in the interest of peace and collaboration.

The rappers have been spotted on stage in Port Harcourt recently rocking the crowd in a joint performance.

See the photos below:

KnightHouse rapper, Phenom is back with another single off forthcoming E.P. ‘B.R.A’ (Best Rapper Alive). The single is titled, ‘The Way’, and he features Starboy Wizkid on this track. This right here is definitely a hit!

A collection of Nigeria's heavyweight singers feature heavily on this new track off Dr. Sid's album. Listen and download here.

PHOTOS: Top 10 Nollywood Movies Of 2013

The year is gradually coming to an end and no one can deny that 2013 was the year for great, captivating movies.

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