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Good News: boys kidnapped by their maid in Lagos have been found

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The two boys – Rafael and Michael who were abducted from their home in Isheri Magodo Estate, Lagos on Sunday December 8th have been found. They were found in Shagamu today…and have re-united with their parents.

Rapist begs for mercy, says he was drunk

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A 31-year-old man who allegedly raped an 11-year-old girl has begged for forgiveness, saying he was drunk when he did it. Austin Okoro wants the police to believe he was drunk when he raped an 11-year-old girl. (Tribune Newspaper) A 31-year-old man, Austin Okoro, has to convince the Oyo State Police that he was actually drunk when he allegedly raped an 11-year-old girl. The now sober Okoro has been begging the parents of the girl to forgive him, promising never to indulge in such an act again. According to the report, Okoro who lives at Idi-Oro area of Queens Cinema, Ibadan, the state capital, had forcefully had carnal knowledge of the girl after returning from a ceremony he attended. The report has it that he had dragged the girl to his room forcefully as he staggered in from his outing, used a piece of cloth to cover her mouth to prevent her from screaming, and raped her repeatedly.

Here Are the 2015 Golden Globe Nominations

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This morning, the 2015 Golden Globes nominations were announced, and considering we got the SAGs yesterday, there aren't too many surprises. But still, it means awards season is on the horizon! Which means we have amazing dresses, epic photo bombs, and priceless J.Law moments to look forward to. See all the nominations below:

Simon Cowell slams Lily Allen: ''Stop bleating - thank God I didn't hire you as X Factor judge''

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The TV boss dismissed Lily’s corruption claims after Fleur East sang Uptown Funk in the semi final before it was released by Simon’s partner label Sony Outspoken: Simon has blasted Lily over ‘conspiracy’ tweets; and contestant Ben Haenow, Halina and Simon (inset) Simon Cowell has hit back at claims of “music industry corruption” by singer Lily Allen – adding that her “bleating” makes him glad he rejected her as an X Factor judge. Lily, 29, tweeted that there was something fishy about Fleur East, 26, singing Uptown Funk in the semi final before it was released by Simon’s partner label Sony. But the TV boss, 55, dismissed Lily’s tweets as “b*******” and revealed how his passion for a great song drives him to snatch it up for his performers. Simon said: “Lily should stop bleating on about all this. Fleur needed this break, got a chance, she totally killed it.

"Ecstatic" Zoe Saldana gives birth to twins

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Friends say Star Trek actress and husband Marco Perego are delighted after welcoming the babies to the world Getty Blooming Zoe in pink back in October Actress Zoe Saldana gave birth to twins two days ago, Mirror.co.uk can exclusively reveal. The Avatar star had her children in a Los Angeles hospital on Monday just weeks after being seen showing off her huge bump at a Hollywood showbiz event. It's not yet known what sex they are. They're Zoe's first babies with husband, artist Marco Perego, 35.

Beware of Explosive Laden Hampers - Police tells Nigerians

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The Nigerian Police Force has asked Nigerians to be vigilant in collecting gifts during this yuletide season as members of terror group, Boko Haram could attack using Explosive Laden Hampers. The advice was contained in a statement released on their website today. Find it after the cut... The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Suleiman Abba, CFR, NPM, NPOM, mni, in the light of the Yuletide season and emerging security challenges in parts of the country, hereby warns all citizens to be vigilant while receiving gifts from unknown persons that may pose as friends during the season, to avoid explosive-laden hampers as gifts. The Inspector-General of Police also cautions against the use of fireworks such as knockout, “bangers” and other explosives in the celebration as they could cause distraction that may further heighten fear of insecurity. He also enjoins citizens to shun all forms of violence and unlawful acts, eschew bitterness, hatred and rancor and go about their legitimate duties wi

Kim Kardashian shows off her ample cleavage in satin crop top and figure-hugging skirt

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The reality kueen stepped out in very revealing ensemble on Wednesday night, as she attended the 19th Annual ACRIA Holiday Dinner in New York Kim flaunts her kurves Kim Kardashian knows how to dress for her kurves. The reality kueen stepped out in very revealing ensemble on Wednesday night, as she attended the 19th Annual ACRIA Holiday Dinner in New York. Kimmy squeezed her cleavage into a a tiny green satin crop top for the outing, and teamed it with a nude satin midi skirt and gold bar heels.

Instagram officially overtakes Twitter with 300 million users

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Instagram, which was created 4 years ago and later bought by Facebook in 2012 now has over 300 million users, officially overtaking Twitter which has 284million users as at 6 weeks ago. Instagram CEO Kevin Systrom revealed today that more 70 million photos and videos are shared by its members every day. "We’re proud to announce that there are now more than 300 million Instagrammers. Over the past four years, what began as two friends with a dream has grown into a global community that shares more than 70 million photos and videos each day. 'Instagram is home to creativity in all of its forms, a place where you can find everything from images of the Nile River to the newest look from Herschel Supply or a peek inside the mind of Taylor Swift.' He said

Amanda Holden shows off her lithe figure in white gown on the red carpet

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Looking all white Amanda Holden looked divine as she graced the red carpet in a floor-length white gown on Wednesday night. The BGT judge showed off her lithe bod in the figure-hugging number as she posed for snaps at the military awards. The mum-of-two flashed her cleavage in the frock, which featured a very low-cut neckline and pretty beaded embellishments across the shoulders. Amanda teamed the angelic dress with a silver necklace, drop earrings and a matching bracelet, and added a hint of colour to her ensemble with a dark red manicure.

GEJ picks Namadi Sambo as his running mate for 2015 election

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President Jonathan has picked VP Namadi Sambo as his running mate for next year's elections. The President made this known at the PDP Presidential Convention that held at the Eagles Square, Abuja. President Jonathan who was ratified as the party's presidential candidate having won all 2,812 delegates votes at the convention, told party faithfuls in his acceptance speech that he had picked his "tested and loyal" Vice President as his running mate. Rumors were rift a few months ago of the possibility of Jonathan dropping VP Sambo and picking another person as his running mate. Photos from the convention...

Sports Watch: Champions League Timeline

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The remaining eight teams vying for a spot in the knockout stages of the Champions League were decided yesterday. History was made as Super Eagles midfielder John Obi Mikel netted his first Champions League goal, watch this space for more on this. The results from yesterday’s match and names of qualifying teams in bold letters is what we give you now.

Dr Dre Tops Forbes List Of Highest Paid Musicians Of 2014 With $620million

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Its countdown to the end of the year and performances are being judged via different medium. To wrap up the year 2014, Forbes has released the list of the world’s highest paid musicians. Dr Dre tops the league of the highest paid musicians this year with the total sum of $620 million. There is a big margin between Dr Dre and Beyonce who takes the number 2 spot on the list with $115 million courtesy of her Mrs Carter tour and endorsement from Pepsi and H&M. Also joining Dr Dre and Beyonce in the billionaire club is The Eagles with the sum of $100 million. You would not believe who and who made the list, see full list of those who made it below:

Frank Donga, Rita Dominic, Richard Mofe Damijo, Linda Ejiofor And Many More Nominated At the 2015 Africa Magic Viewer’s Choice Awards

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Since the maiden edition in 2013, the AMVCAs have celebrated the contributions of African filmmakers, actors and technicians to the success of the continent’s film and television industry. With the third edition, which is scheduled to hold on the 7 March, 2015, viewers can expect to see even more awards in new categories ranging from acting, directing to scriptwriting and cinematography. Other categories will include editing, make-up, sound and lighting, amongst others. Having received over 2 000 entries, this undoubtedly reflects the importance of the awards in the African film and television industry The nominees for the 2015 AMVCAs were revealed yesterday on all Africa Magic channels and quite a number of Nollywood stars and 2014 movies was unveiled at the event. Frank Donga (real name Kunle Idowu), Richard Mofe Damijo, , OC Ukeje, IK Ogbonna, Kunle Afolayan, Mercy Johnson, Mike Ezuruonye, Ireti Doyle, Ivie Okujaye, Joselyn Dumas, Linda Ejiofor, Wale Ojo, Gideon Okeke, and more we