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Googledoodle celebrates Nigerian Doctor, Stella Adadevoh who stopped the spread of Ebola
Google's Doodle celebrates Dr. Ameyo Stella Adadevoh, the physician whose expertise and heroic efforts curbed the spread of Ebola in Nigeria in 2014. Born in Lagos, Nigeria on this day in 1956, Dr. Adadevoh descended from a long line of respected scientists and statesmen. Dr. Adadevoh completed her residency at Lagos University Teaching Hospital West African College of Physicians and Surgeons credential before doing a fellowship in London. Following her fellowship in endocrinology at Ha...
Favorite photos from Serena Williams Fairy Tale Wedding
Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian are married! Here are my favorite photos from their fairytale wedding! Congratualtions to Mr and Mrs. Ohanian!
Chinua Achebe Google Doodle Celebrates Things Fall Apart Author on His Birthday
Surrounded by symbols, donning his signature cap and spectacles, Chinua Achebe is pictured in front of a green banner decorated with icons of his most famous literary works in Thursday’s Google Doodle. The illustration honors the legacy of the renowned Nigerian writer on what would be his 87th birthday.Widely regarded as the father of modern African literature, Achebe was an illustrious author whose work sought to reclaim Africa’s literary voice from Western contr...
Twitter Goes Nuts On Zimbabwe Ruling Political Party ZANU PF Shares Update On Current Situations
Zimbabwe's ruling party tweeted earlier that all is well in the embattled country, and twitter responds to show that the time of the party and its leaders is over.
The Latest: Zimbabwe party accuses army leader of treason
HARARE, Zimbabwe — The Latest on Zimbabwe’s political turmoil (all times local):8:35 p.m.Zimbabwe’s ruling party is accusing the country’s army commander of “treasonable conduct” for his threat to have the military step in and calm political turmoil.The statement issued Tuesday night says the unprecedented comments made a day earlier by army commander Constantino Chiwenga were “clearly calculated to disturb national peace and stability” and were &l...
10 Quotable QuotesAdebola Williams' Collective Power Speech
Here are 10 quotable quotes from Adebola Williams, Co-founder of Red Media Africa, whose speech themed "Collective Power" earned a standing ovation from the crowd and the former U.S President, Barack Obama. Africa is a very attractive place to live as a young entrepreneur, and Nigeria where I live is a very attractive place to build businesses.There's no one more force stronger and more powerful than an inspired, empowered human being. LIkew...
A Letter To My Nephew, Born On Election Night
A.T. McWilliams is a poet and writer living in San Francisco, CA. He is an alum of Yale University, where he studied Political Science and African-American literature and poetry. A.T.'s poems have (or will soon) appear in Prelude Magazine, Main Street Mag, Radius Literary Magazine, Storyscape Journal, Blunderbuss Magazine, Juked Journal, Gravel Magazine, Mobius Magazine, Rogue Agent Journal, and elsewhere. Last year, Albert received a nominat...
8 Summer Natural Hair Styling Inspo From Beautiful Curly Kids
Perhaps you're looking for ideas on how to style your little one's hair this summer, these hairstyles from the little princesses will help you find some new inspirations..creativesoulphoto
Dr Charles Immanuel Akhimien - Journey To Entrepreneurship
While Dr. Charles Immanuel Akhimien was undergoing his medical internship program, a 29-year old first time mother was brought to the hospital with her infant looking pale. The child had been stooling and vomiting and the mother was managing the situation for days, partly because she thought it was nothing serious, and partly because she could not afford a hospital. When the symptoms persisted, the child was brought to the hospital, but unfortunately, it was too late. The child died hours a...
This Couple Makes Pregnancy And Love Look Absolutely Stunning
If you need some maternity inspiration, this one couple gives it all.
How Nathaniel Bassey started a praise and worship movement on Instagram #TheOneHourHallelujahChallenge
Nathaniel Bassey leads over 60,000 people in a live Instagram praise sessionStory highlightsNigerian gospel singer started a praise challenge that has attracted over 68,000 participantsThe 30 day event sees thousands of his followers join in a live Instagram streamIt is perhaps an unlikely setting for a praise and worship session. But every day at midnight, thousands of worshippers around the world have logged on to Instagram to lift their voices in praise and prayer, united by one hashtag:...
Ava DuVernay Is Proud of Her Locs, TheCrown That Adorns Her Head
I always loved locs. Since I was a little girl when I would see a lady in my neighborhood with them. I thought they were magic. No one in my family wore their hair in this style. I grew up going to the beauty salon with my Mom or getting my hair pressed in the kitchen by my Gramma. I've had every style. Short bobs. Long weaves. Braids of all kinds. But when I saw this picture in @hollywoodreporter this morning, I smiled at the crown that now adorns my head. And hope some little gir...
2 Escaped Boko Haram Victims Graduate From High School
Originally appeared on HuffpostTwo of the nearly 300 Nigerian schoolgirls kidnapped by Boko Haram in 2014 are telling their story.Joy Bishara, 20, and Lydia Pogu, 19, are among the 57 girls who were able to escape from the terrorist group. The duo gave People a detailed account of horrors they faced when the gunmen invaded their school in Chibok, Nigeria, and the events that followed. The girls were sleeping when the invasion occurred. They woke to the sounds of gunshots and bomb...
"Jayz and I know what its like not to have a father around" - Barack Obama
It was a big day for Jay Z as he became the first rapper to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.And, while Jay couldn’t make it to the ceremony due to the impending arrival of twins with wife and iconic entertainer Beyoncé, his mother, sisters, and grandmother were in attendance along with many of the rapper’s friends. To make the historic moment even better, former president Barack Obama paid tribute via video to Jay Z before his induction. "I l...
Nursery Decor For Kids Ideas - Conservative Yet Stunning Colors
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Naturally Chimamanda
Chimamanda's crown is so elegant even as she delivers the commencement speech at Williams College. #naturalhair #naturalhairstyles
When you are married, should you cease to have friends of the opposite sex?
When you are married, should you cease to have friends of the opposite sex? That is the question someone posed to me today. She claims her man is excessively jealous of her interactions with male human beings, and it is causing her so much distress that she now saves male friends under female names.Well, my question to her was, how many male friends does a married woman need? And are they truly her friends if they are not on board with helping her have a stable marriage?In one instance, she says...
Between Mercy Johnson And Juliet Ibrahim- A Perfect Anchor Team For #GloMegaMusicTour
"You succeed or fail not on the strength of your idea or your product, but on the strength of your team" The synergy between these two actresses are amazing. What a perfect choice Glo made. Take a look at the photos below and see for yourself.#GloMegaMusicTour #GloLafftaFestIbadan #GloMegaMusicTourAbuja #GloLafftaFestUyo.
Usain Bolt set for final race on Jamaican soil
Article featured on SIUsain Bolt will open his final track season with a 100 meter race at the Racers Grand Prix in Kingston, Jamaica on Saturday night. It will be his final race on his home soil.More than 30,000 people are expected to attend the meet at the National Stadium.Bolt will race against fellow Olympic teammates Nesta Carter, Michael Frater and Nickel Ashmead. A more competitive heat includes 2012 Olympic silver medalist Yohan Blake and South African sprint star Akani Simbine. Bol...
Tonto Dikeh, Nollywood Actress, Shares New Photos With The World To Celebrate Her Birthday
She has a lot to be tthankful for. Read her words - "So many amazing years have come and gone and like the old saying, "how time flies?'; My story so far has been that of the pure grace of God, from that little girl walking the streets of Port harcourt to this young amazing beautiful woman exuding divine essence and Grace; My tales aren't complete without thanking God for the gift of life and adding another year to me today, my songs will be complete by saying thank you my Lord...
Sophia Momodu, Mum To Davido's First Daughter, Opens New Chapter, Begins The 'Sophie Momodu Channel' To Share A Part Of Her Life
Sophie Momodu, the woman who gave Davido his first child, is doing somtehing different. She shares her plan on her birthday:"Happy Birthday to Me. It's my birthday & I'm starting this new chapter by launching my YouTube Channel & sharing a part of my life you guys. I'm excited! Clink the like in the bio & Subscribe, Like & Comment.https://youtu.be/dIRDUyZJP_k:
Industrial Chic Bridal Shoot
Bridal shoots sometimes happen in the most unsual places. Check this one oout @missprettydawn Planner: @brittanybevents Photographer @ynot_images MUA: @cocomooremakeup Dress Boutique: Imperial Formalwear Designer: @bylillianwest Floral Designer: @petalpushersbhm Linens: @decor2adore Cake: @cakesbykimllc Stationery: @alistinvitations Flower girl dress: @pantoramini •
A Beautiful Couple, Teaching Others About Marriage, Through Their Own Story
With Their Social Media profiles full of stories to inspire others, revealing how imperfect the world of marriage is, read captions from Anthony Rush and Sopha Rush and learn how they rely on God in their marriage.Drawing StrengthLife hasn't always been easy for us, but man do we understand the importance of having God as the foundation that hold us together. I am thankful for the losses that taught us how apart from God, we can't do anything. I celebrate the victories that we have, beca...
Would You Rock This Shoe With The Heart Flutters
‘Give a girl the right shoes, and she can conquer the world.’ – Marilyn Monroe #shoes
Montreal Barack Obamaand Justin Trudeau discussed their shared commitment to developing the next generation of leaders.
Last Night in Montreal Barack Obama and Justin Trudeau discussed their shared commitment to developing the next generation of leaders.This time, the photos surfaced after the Canadian prime minister and former American president were seen having dinner and drinks together at Montreal's Liverpool House restaurant on June 6. Obama came to the Québec metropolis to give a speech on fighting climate change at the Montreal Chamber of Commerce, following cu...
Google Honors War Hero, Civil Rights Icon Josephine Baker On Her 111th Birthday
Article originally appeared on HuffpostIt might seem odd that the powerful African-American civil rights activist Josephine Baker is immortalized on her 111th birthday through a Google Doodle, but it also seems incredibly fitting. Baker, who was born on June 3, 1906, never had just one title to describe her. The St. Louis-born doyenne rose from the poverty of her childhood to become one of Broadway’s most respected dancers and one of Europe’s highest-paid performers. Baker may h...
Nollywood Star, Omoni Oboli Branches Out Into Fashion, Launches Omoni Oboli By Ave
Nollywood filmmaker Omoni Oboli launched her fashion line ‘Omoni Oboli By AVE’ in collaboration with Ayo Van Elmer over the weekend at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island.Enjoy photos from the event..
DBanj's Son, Daniel Oyebanjo III,So Adorable With A Head Is Full of Hair
Dbanj's son is such a cutie, with a hair full of hair!
Chrissy Teigen and John Legend Support Daughter, Luna, As She Throws Out First Pitch At Seattle Mariners Game
She needed just a little help from mom and dad but on Tuesday night, the one-year-old daughter of John Legend and Chrissy Teigen threw the first pitch at the Seattle Mariners home game against the Minnesota Twins.The tot was dressed in a miniature Mariners shirt and jeans and was held tight by her musician father as she pitched on the mound.Model mother Chrissy, who went to high school in Washington state, acted as chief cheer leader. The family had clearly been preparing for a couple of da...
A compound found in olive oil may help to prevent cancer developing in the brain
*Daily 30-minute walk may slash deaths by half, study finds*Rural living reduces risk of dying from disease by 29% A compound found in olive oil may help to prevent cancer developing in the brain. Research into oleic acid — the primary ingredient in olive oil — has shown how it can help prevent cancer-causing genes from functioning in cells.The oily substance — one of a group of nutrients known as fatty acids — stimulates the production of a cell molecule whose funct...
Some Nigerian Police Stations Are Getting Makeovers From Artistic Youths
Good things are beginning to happen to the Nigerian Police, as talented artists under the aegis of United Reels for Africa (URA), has started changing the drab and sometimes offensive outlooks of police stations all over Lagos with friendly artistic illustrations. The organisation, which is aided by the United States Embassy in Abuja, has trained many young artists from different schools, particularly Yaba College of Technology (Yabatech), to carry out the assignment of bringing the police close...
House Help Wins New Car In Church Raffle
A house help who donated Sh50 to a church is the lucky winner of a brand new car worth Sh1.3 million. Sheila Indasi, 21, from Kinoo estate, was tongue-tied when she was named the winner of a Renault KWID after participating in the church raffle. For days, she was too excited to tell anyone about the win. "I am so happy. I am so excited. It is like a dream falling right into your hands and you do not know what to do," said Ms Indasi as she struggled to suppress a smile. She recounted th...
And The African Airline Of The Year Is Ethiopian Airlines
Ethiopian Airlines has been named the African Airline of the year, 2016, in recognition of its continued rapid growth, increased profitability and outstanding contribution to aviation development in Africa.A statement by the airline on Monday in Abuja, disclosed that the award was announced at the 26th Annual Air Finance Africa Conference and Exhibition held in Johannesburg, South Africa.Mr Meseret Bitew, Acting Chief Financial Officer, Ethiopian Airlines, said that the airline was pleased to wi...
Why Kirk Franklin's Wife Says Wives Should Be Their Husband's 'Girlfriends' Too
What is Tammy Franklin's secret to 21-years of happy marriage?Tammy loves keeping it spicy for her husband, gospel star Kirk Franklin, and she's intentional about every move she makes.She does so by being his "girlfriend" as well as his wife and having regular date nights with her husband. From her choice of clothing to her hairstyle, Tammy knows what makes her man smile and she shared some relationship gems on Instagram to help us all enhance the love."I love being his wi...
Apple Debuts iMac Pro $5K Starting Price
Article Originally Appeared on TechcrunchHardcore Mac fans may have had their fingers crossed for the return of the Mac Pro, but an extra “i” slipped in there somehow, and Apple instead has produced an iMac Pro. It’s a wallet-busting all-in-one workstation, and it looks handsome and sinister in a dark grey finish.The iMac Pro has more or less the same look and feel as the 27-inch, 5K iMac we first saw in 2015 (though now it’s more like the $5K iMac, am I right?)...
Ghanian Church Holds Chelsea Thanksgiving Service
Article orignally appeared on BBCA church in Ghana's capital, Accra, has held a thanksgiving service for Chelsea following its recent success in the Premier League.Long-time Chelsea fan Pastor Azigiza encouraged people to come wearing football tops of their favourite team.Standing behind a Chelsea cake on a stage made to look like a football pitch he said: "Chelsea, by the grace of God, came first."He told the BBC he wanted to use the power of football to talk about God.Azigiza als...
Ghanian Church Holds Chelsea Thanksgiving Service
Article orignally appeared on BBCA church in Ghana's capital, Accra, has held a thanksgiving service for Chelsea following its recent success in the Premier League.Long-time Chelsea fan Pastor Azigiza encouraged people to come wearing football tops of their favourite team.Standing behind a Chelsea cake on a stage made to look like a football pitch he said: "Chelsea, by the grace of God, came first."He told the BBC he wanted to use the power of football to talk about God.Azigiza als...
