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Tara Fela-Durotoye is the CEO of   House of Tara International , a household name in her native Lagos, where the company develops makeup, perfume and accessories that eschew the Western-centered tastes of the big cosmetic firms in favor of products designed specifically for Nigeria's women. In 1998, aged 21, Fela-Durotoye was already on her way to becoming a qualified lawyer when she launched House of Tara as a makeup studio, at first specializing in makeup designs for brides and their wedding parties. Her artistry proved a hit with Nigeria's booming middle class and, today, the company employs over   3,000 beauty reps across West Africa .

 Iyabo Ojo, Mide Martins and Liz Dasilva, the friends of the actress and CEO of MAG-Divas Boutique Mercy Aigbe-Gentry came together for a shot commercial shot for her boutique. Mercy Aigbe-Gentry Iyabo Ojo, Liz Dasilva, Mercy, & Mide Martins 

Rita Jeptoo, winner of the Boston & Chicago marathons has been banned for failing a drugs test.

Zimbabwean president, Robert Mugabe, took over the post of African Union chairman on Friday, replacing Mauritania’s president Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz. Mugabe, Africa’s oldest president, aged 90, shook hands with Abel Aziz in front of fellow leaders to applause at the AU summit in the Ethiopian capital. “By electing me to preside over this august body, with full knowledge of the onerous responsibility that lies ahead, I humbly accept your collective decision,” he said. Robert Mugabe

Serena Williams won her 19th Grand Slam title, continued her unbeaten run in six Australian Open finals and extended her decade-long domination of Maria Sharapova with a commanding 6-3, 7-6 (5) win on Saturday night. Williams, coughing frequently and still affected by a recent cold, controlled the first set around a rain delay in the sixth game, when the match was stopped for 13 minutes for the roof to be closed.

He is the no nonsense Governor of Lagos state but this 2015 Campaign has brought out the jovial side of him, he was seen dancing 'Shoki' at the last APC political campaign rally, here is Governor Fashola again in Lagos yesterday, doing another 'Shoki' style.

According to actress Toyin Aimakhu, the published story of her break-up with hubby Adeniyi Johnson last week, open her eyes to the fact that her fans loved and care for her happiness, which makes her to have a rethink and reconcile with hubby. She post this new picture of herself and hubby on her instagram page to say thank you to all that stood by her.

Pa Moses Okoye died last year and his children, Producer Jude Okoye, his twin brothers Peter and Paul of the Psquare fame and their sister today, gave there father a befitting burial in Anambra eastern Nigeria, May his soul Rest in Peace. Paul of Psquare sprays his wife Anita at his father's burial

Rihana is know for her nonchalant ways of dressing, few weeks ago, the artist steps out in a skin tight leggings.

A woman has told how she met the man of her dreams online – only for him to confess three weeks later he wanted to live as a woman. But instead of throwing Danny – now Lexy – Bradbury out, Hannah Williams, helped her become a woman. Hannah and Lexy remain together despite the huge change in their lives

A rare megamouth shark washed ashore dead in the Philippines this week,   wildlife officials said . The 15-foot shark, a Megachasma pelagios (or "giant mouth of the deep"), was discovered on the beach in Marigondon, Pio Duran, in Albay province.  The totally terrifying-looking specimen is one of less than 70 ever seen in the world,   according to Marine Wildlife Watch of the Philippines .

Some argued that her new slim figure doesn't suit her but me likey, actress Funke Akindele look great in her new slim figure and the new hairstyle suits her.

Love or hate them, these trio and their step sisters are reality celebrities to reckon with, Kourtney, Kim & Khloe Kardashian of the 'Keeping Up With The Kardashian' reality Tv show, recently launched there beauty product, hair care and and hair tools line in far away USA. L-R, Khourtney, Khloe & Kim 

Just like Kim Kardashian-West break the internet with her nude pix last year, the picture of 2face Idibia and one of his baby mama Pero Adeniyi was all over the internet as the two was snapped kissing at a club in Lagos last weekend.  But 2face has sent out a message to all his critics that Annie Idibia, his wife still remains his best choice.He posted a pix of him and Annie on their wedding day with a message thus; ''Our Love does not have to make sense to you, Please go on with your perfect life and know the true story behind something before you judge and start making nasty comments based on orchestrated story by some blog. You shall know the truth and the truth shall set you free''.

Leonardo DiCaprio   is always up for a good time and now it seems he has gotten his photobombing game down pat thanks to this photo shared by   50 Cent ! “I get photo bombed by the hottest people in the world. You should try living without limits,” the rapper captioned the photo on   Instagram .

Thomas "Tom" Neuwirth, better known by his drag stage persona Conchita Wurst, is an Austrian recording artist and drag queen. Conchita Wurst steps out in style for the Jean Paul Gaultier show as part of Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2015 yesterday Wednesday January 28 in Paris. Conchita Wurst

Reverend Joshua  Adah graduated from Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria. Prior graduation, he was reported to have been in a cult, before becoming born again in his final year. He had extra year in school and then began to preach in the same campus where he was a cultist. Upon graduation, he was posted to Taraba state in 2002 for his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme.  He served as the drama director of Nigeria Christian Corpers Fellowship (NCCF), where he met his wife. Reverend Joshua  Adah and family 

The 'Instagirls' may be the leaders of this generation of models, but none of them can be classed as super as Naomi Campbell just yet. And the 44-year-old model proved that age means nothing when it comes to reigning supreme on the runway for Naomi was asked by Jean Paul Gaultier to take centre stage at his Paris Haute Couture show.

The return of certificates of the West African Examination Council by individuals who have found Jesus, known as ‘born-again’ Christians, is common in the offices of the examination body.  A report in a national daily sometimes ago had stated that 15 individuals, who cheated when they sat for the examination in different years, recently approached WAEC as restitution to return their certificates. A   visit to the headquarters of WAEC by our reporter learnt that not only is restitution that involves the return of WAEC certificates by born-again Christians common, the body has files for such requests as it is almost a routine exercise.

She's told a few people to get up and dance in her time, and Queen Latifah is all about practicing what she preaches. The 44-year-old star did not just kick back on her holiday; she instead kicked up her heels in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Tuesday. Joined by her friends and partner Eboni Nichols, the star turned a day by the pool into a dance party.

Last week, Omotola Jalade-Ekehinde celebrated her 20 years in the entertainment industry with a tour to Abuja to sign autograph and meet her fans while a dinner was later organized in her honour, celebrities, friends and families were at hand to make the day memorable for her.

When Love is all the matters, Ibinabo dancing heartily while hubby smile on her beau  

Amber Levonchuck, professionally known as Amber Rose, is an American hip hop artist, hip hop model, actress and fashion designer. When it comes to her little boy she can't resist showering him with her love, yesterday Amber Rose was spotted nuzzling up to her little cutie Sebastian kissing him mouth to mouth outside a McDonald's in Los Angeles, but her Instagram fans thiks its not a good idea kissing his son mouth to mouth. The 31-year-old took her smiling son, who turns two next month, for a snack at the fast food eatery.

Dakore is a delectable actress who is good at her work, she is married to one of Billionaire Harry Akande's son Olumide Akande and blessed with 2 kids. Here are some colourful pictures from her Album; Pretty Dakore  Dakore & Olumide Akande

Are you still skeptical about which candidate to vote for in the up coming election? Is a female candidate your choice? Then here is Professor Comfort Oluremi Sonaiya of KOWA Party, the only female candidate of all the 14 Presidential candidates, and yes! She's a PhD holder. Prof. Remi Sonaiya is a columnist with 'The Niche Newspaper' , when asked what is the full meaning of her political party Acronym KOWA, she said; '' In one language Kowa means 'Let It Come' - we take this at Kowa to mean 'Let the good that we've all been waiting for come'. In another language, it means 'For Everybody' - we take this at Kowa to mean that we are a party that stubbornly wants the wealth of Nigeria to reach all its citizens. There are so many other positive connotations and meanings. That is what 'Kowa' means to the party.

To fulfil her promise to her fans in Abuja, Last week, Wednesday January 21st, actress Omotola Jalade-Ekehinde was at Rhythm Fm, Abuja to sign autograph and snapped pix with some of her fans. Omotola also paid a visit to Fitz Luxuria Hotel, Abuja, owned by one of her younger brother, Bolaji Jalade.

Don't ask me the title of the movie cos i don't know it either, just that the costume caught moi attention. thats.all

I can't shout oooooooooo, these Politicians wouldn't 'kee' one with laughter, is this a new version of 'Shoki' dance by Governor Rochas Okorocha of Imo State?

The Federal Special Anti-Robbery Squad in Adeniji Adele, Lagos State, has accused an Imam, Abdullateef Abubakar, of conniving with two other suspects at large to dupe an Abuja-based businessman, Olalekan Adeshina, to the tune of N30m. Our correspondent gathered that the victim had been consulting the imam, who lives on the Binuyo Street, Ita-Faaji area of Lagos for special prayers since 2012. Abdullateef Abubakar

Aralola Olumuyiwa popularly called 'ARA' is the first female talking drum goddess in Nigeria, Ara is a mother of one, an hardworking lady and focus despite her marital breakdown. she turned 40 last week, and celebrities, friends and well wishers were all out to celebrate the day with her. Unlike her normal braids, Ara looks so different in her fixed weave-on. Here are few pix from the event. Cute ARA Actor Fred Amata, Femi Kuti Ex-wife, Funke Kuti, Femi Kuti & Kemi Otegbade

Miss Universe beauties from around the globe have donned incredible - and sometimes bizarre - national costumes to catch the judges' eyes. Contestants sought to stand out from the crowd with a series of eye-popping costumes in the preliminary stages of the 63rd annual competition, which takes place at Florida International University in Miami. Our own Miss Nigeria, Queen Celestine, showcase one of the beautiful culture 'National dress' from the eastern part of Nigeria.  Miss Nigeria; Queen Celestine  Miss Indian; Noyonita Lodh  Miss USA; Nia Sanchez 

A brave young woman has revealed her shame when her dumped boyfriend put a revenge porn   picture of her on the internet - where her family and friends would see it. Cazine McCarthy, 20, was horrified when her ex-lover posted a racy photograph of her wearing lingerie onto her account on the social networking website Instagram.

Dad & daughter moment; Dad is sleeping; daughter is showing her swagzz... Comedian Julius Agwu & daughter