How Majek Fashek brought me out of depression –Owen G

Going by the revelation made by ace comedian, Owen G that he was in a serious state of depression for the best part of 2017, it is obvious that even comedians get very sad. The humour merchant told Saturday Beats that he was so depressed during that period that he did not care much about his life.
He admitted that for a very long while he was placed on anti-depressants, the drugs did not really work. He said he instead listened to inspirational songs from artistes like Majek Fashek and Bob Marley which helped him to snap out of depression.

Gospel music is my life not career –Hephzibah

Fast-rising gospel artiste, Kayode Akinrele, popularly called Hephzibah, in a chat with Saturday Beats, said that he has found fulfilment in his calling as a minister of God through his songs. The singer emphasized that he doesn’t consider gospel music a career; rather it is simply a pursuit of his life’s purpose.
He said, “Gospel music is not a career to me; it is my priority life purpose and I cannot leave it for anything else. That is also the reason I pursue it with so much zeal. It is not about the rewards I would get from it, rather, it is more about the number of lives that I am able to draw to Christ through my music.”

Why Blackface wasn’t involved in my show –Faze

All roads led to Nicon Luxury Hotel, Abuja  on February 23 for Faze’s birthday bash and concert tagged Faze and Friends. Every A-list entertainer made their way to Abuja to support the iconic singer who had not staged a concert in a while.
Despite the fact that there was a heavy rain, it did not stop the massive turnout from crowds and entertainers alike. Despite the star-studded line up which included Tuface, the omission of Blackface at the event which later had to be postponed was very obvious.

Mark reconciles Ekiti PDP ahead of gov primary

The Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) in Ekiti state is now set for a rancor free, and an unhindered party primary election following the reconciliation of warring factions.

This is the outcome of a reconciliation meeting headed by former President of the Senate and PDP stalwart, Sen. David Mark in Abuja.

This is contained in a statement issued by Paul Mumeh, Media Assistant to the former President of the Senate, David Mark, in Abuja on Saturday. 

The Senator David Mark led reconciliation committee  members included; Senator Enyinaya Abaribe , Ambassador Ibrahim Kazaure, Alhaji YusuF Ayitogo, Ambassador  Fidelia Njeze and Dr. Eddy  Olafeso (Secretary ).

Latest English Premier League table (Wk 30)

Stoke City's English striker Peter Crouch (C) misses with this chance as Southampton's English defender Jack Stephens (L0 and Southampton's German-born Portuguese defender Cedric Soares (R) defend during the English Premier League football match between Southampton and Stoke City. Photo: AFP
English Premier League table after Saturday’s matches (played, won, drawn, lost, goals for, goals against, points):\

Some Men found me too confident to woo–Sola Salako-Ajulo

Sola Salako-Ajulo is a human rights activist and the president/founder of Consumer Advocacy Foundation of Nigeria. She tells Ademola Olonilua about her life, work and family
You once stated that your platform, Consumer Advocacy Foundation of Nigeria, started because you dislike being cheated. Have you always been like that?
I think I got that trait from my mother because she was more like an activist. She was the kind of person that would stand up and defend people who had no voice. I have always had that trait as a kid. I would stand up and speak up for people. When I was young, I was tagged, ITK which means I Too Know, because I always had an opinion. If you were taking advantage of somebody, I always pointed it out that it was not fair. The concept of fairness is something that I grew up with; it did not just start as an adult. I guess that over time, I was able to grow it into something that could be socially constructive and not just beneficial to the few people I meet.

Salah hits 32nd goal of season as Liverpool go second

Liverpool's Egyptian midfielder Mohamed Salah (L) vies with Newcastle United's French midfiielder Florian Lejeune during the English Premier League football match between Liverpool and Newcastle at Anfield. Photo: AFP
Mohamed Salah’s 32nd goal of a remarkable season helped lift Liverpool into second place in the Premier League after a 2-0 victory on Saturday at home to a Newcastle United side managed by former Reds boss Rafael Benitez.

Two police officers killed in Colombia car bombing

A criminology researcher inspects a burned police patrol truck. Photo: AFP
Two Colombian police officers were killed Saturday when criminals bombed their car, then hurled grenades and strafed it with gunfire, local authorities said.
The officers were near the town of Caldono, in southwestern Colombia, when their vehicle was “attacked with an explosive,” the police said in a statement.

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Florida shooting: Students return to school

 People are brought out of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School after a shooting at the school that reportedly killed and injured multiple people on February 14, 2018 in Parkland, Florida. Numerous law enforcement officials continue to investigate the scene. Joe Raedle/Getty Images/AFP
Students and teachers returned Sunday to a Florida school for the first time since 17 people were shot dead there, consoling each other even as they called for swift action to address gun violence.
“Imagine (being) in a plane crash and then having to get on the same plane every day and fly somewhere else — it’s never going to be the same,” David Hogg, a survivor of the February 14 shooting at a Parkland, Florida high school, told ABC television’s “This Week.”

Man kills four children, maid, self over wife’s infidelity

Tragedy struck on Saturday on Ntueke Street, Awada Obosi, in the Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State, as a 47-year-old man, Stephen Nnadiogo, killed his four children, maid and took his own life.
Nnadiogo reportedly stabbed the victims to death with a knife and committed suicide.
The four children were aged between two and 10, while the housemaid, Ogechi, was said to be 18-year-old. All the victims hailed from Isu Njaba, Imo State.
PUNCH Metro learnt that Nnadiogo and his wife, 32-year-old Chika, had endured a strained marital relationship as he accused the wife of infidelity.
Chika reportedly told her husband that she did not bear the children for him whenever they had disagreements.

Why I rejected a married man’s car gift –Favour Phillip

Not many will reject the opportunity to own a car or add one to their fleet, but budding Port Harcourt-based model, beauty therapist and entrepreneur, Favour Philip, did just that.
In a chat with Sunday Scoop, Phillip explained that she turned down the gift of a brand new car on her birthday because it came from a married man.  She said, “I will never hurt a fellow woman because I will, one day, be in that position of a married woman and I will be so bitter if I find out that my husband cheats on me and goes as far as buying a car for the woman he cheats on me with.

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My fight with Wizkid helped me to be better –Saeon

Singer, Oluwaseun Oni, aka Saeon, has been off the scene for a while but many wouldn’t forget in a hurry, her spat with Wizkid, which culminated in the Starboy singer threatening to beat her up.
However, in a recent chat with Saeon, she hinted that she has since moved on. Responding to a question on whether she has forgiven Wizkid, she said, “One of the reasons I decided to title my latest single as Rebirth is because I have come to realise that many things we go through in life are meant to teach us lessons which shape us for the better and I believe everything that has happened – none of which I regret – has led me to this point.”

I only had a one-night stand with BBN’s Ennada –CDQ

Rapper, Sodiq Abubakar Yusuf, popularly known as CDQ, was in the news for a bad reason during the week. Big Brother Naija housemate, Ifu Ennada, alleged that she was used and dumped by the rapper when she was younger. According to her, she was just 17 years old when she sponsored CDQ. She claimed that she gave him money meant for her handouts and school fees.

I wasn’t treated like a celebrity in NYSC camp –Owolabi Ajasa

Actor, Owolabi Ajasa, took Nigerians by surprise when pictures of him in the National Youth Service Corps orientation camp in Kogi State were posted online. Many felt that he was above the age of 30 and should have applied for an exemption from the service.
However, in a chat with Sunday Scoop, Ajasa explained his reason for answering the ‘clarion call.’ He said, “It is a simple matter. It all depends on the time you finish your tertiary education. If you are over 30 at that time, you can choose to seek exemption from service but I chose not to do that. I also decided to ‘serve’ because I am the first graduate in my family and it really meant a lot to me. That’s why I wrote on social media that I broke a jinx in my family by observing NYSC.

As a child, I behaved like a clown –Wofaifada

Wofai Ewa, popularly known as Wofaifada, is a comedienne, TV presenter and actress. She speaks with JOY MARCUS about her struggles and how she made it this far

How did you start doing comedy skits?

I used to record funny things about myself because my friends said that I was very funny.  They said I should start recording some of my jokes and I did. I started doing it because of my friends, not because I wanted to be famous. 

Why I signed mother of two – Harrysong

Harrison Tare Okiri, better known as Harrysong, has been questioned for signing Lami Phillips, a mother of two, to his record company, Altetplate Music.
However, while speaking with Sunday Scoop, Harrysong said music had nothing to do with age and that he was convinced of Phillips’ talent. He explained, “She is full of talent and she does good music. If an artiste understands music, it will be easier for one to relate to him or her. It is not about the age; it is about what she has to offer. Her music relates to people of different ages.
“Don’t forget that I am also a songwriter too. I saw something special in her and I believe it is something that every other person will enjoy too. 2Baba is an older artiste, but we still enjoy his music.”