http://www.turenchi.com/ Nigerian News. en-us It’s that time of the year again to crown the next Mr Universe Nigeria.34 eligible Nigerian gents will vie for the coveted titled of the 2013 Mr Universe Nigeria. The contestants will be present in Lagos on Tuesday 28th May 2013 for the camp – where they will be groomed for the D-Day. BellaNaija Sat, 25 May 2013 03:00:19 -0700 http://turenchi.com/links/61936-Are-These-Nigeria-s-Hottest-Guys-Meet-the-Contestants-for-the-2013-Mr-Universe-Nigeria-competition?dest=out http://turenchi.com/links/61936-Are-These-Nigeria-s-Hottest-Guys-Meet-the-Contestants-for-the-2013-Mr-Universe-Nigeria-competition?dest=out Leading female CEOs, politicians and business women from across Africa gathered together from Monday 6th May and Tuesday 7th May 2013 at the Shimmy Beach Club, Cape Town, South Africa, for the first female African conference as part of a renowned international network.Tagged WIE (Women, Inspiration and Enterprise), the keynote speech was delivered by Graca Machel, a humanitarian campaigner and wife of Nelson Mandela. The conference was charismatically presented by South African TV host Felicia Suttle. BellaNaija Sat, 25 May 2013 03:00:14 -0700 http://turenchi.com/links/61935-Gra-a-Machel-Toyin-Saraki-Dee-Poku-Folake-Folarin-Coker-Zizi-Cardow-Patricia-Amira-More-Top-Female-African-Influencers-at-the-WIE-Conference-in-Cape-Town-Photos-Scoop?dest=out http://turenchi.com/links/61935-Gra-a-Machel-Toyin-Saraki-Dee-Poku-Folake-Folarin-Coker-Zizi-Cardow-Patricia-Amira-More-Top-Female-African-Influencers-at-the-WIE-Conference-in-Cape-Town-Photos-Scoop?dest=out To celebrate the launch of BlackBerry Q10 in Nigeria, Blackberry has teamed up with media personality Eku Edewor to host a Typing Tournament. BellaNaija Sat, 25 May 2013 02:00:11 -0700 http://turenchi.com/links/61934-Have-You-Got-What-It-Takes-To-Type-Faster-Than-Eku-Edewor-Stand-a-Chance-to-Win-a-Brand-New-Blackberry-Q10?dest=out http://turenchi.com/links/61934-Have-You-Got-What-It-Takes-To-Type-Faster-Than-Eku-Edewor-Stand-a-Chance-to-Win-a-Brand-New-Blackberry-Q10?dest=out Yesterday Thursday 23rd May 2013, M-Net Africa celebrated its hit show Tinsel’s 1000th episode in grand style at the Eko Hotel & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos.In line with the dress code of the event – Glitz & Glamour, some of our favourite stars dazzled in bespoke pieces. The cast of the show including Victor Olaotan, Linda Ejiofor, Florence and Iyke Okechukwu, Gideon Okeke, Ireti Doyle, Tomi Odunsi, Chris Attoh, Funlola Aofiyebi-Raimi, Funmi Holder, Abiola Segun-Williams, Kalu Ikeagwu and Gbenro Ajibade were in attendance. BellaNaija Fri, 24 May 2013 12:00:13 -0700 http://turenchi.com/links/61933-BN-Red-Carpet-Fab-Tinsel-1000th-Episode-Celebration-in-Lagos-Exclusive-Shots-of-All-the-Stars-?dest=out http://turenchi.com/links/61933-BN-Red-Carpet-Fab-Tinsel-1000th-Episode-Celebration-in-Lagos-Exclusive-Shots-of-All-the-Stars-?dest=out The 4th Edition of Word Up, the biggest spoken word poetry event in Nigeria held on Saturday 18th May 2013 at Terra Kulture , Victoria Island, Lagos. The organizers i2xMedia promised an exciting event and that it was.Guests were treated to an evening of poetry at its finest, as some of the best spoken word poets in the country came to “kiss words and make them dance” alongside internationally acclaimed American guest poet, Shihan Van Clief. The event also featured interludes of soul music from Ajibola & Lumynous and the country’s best poets; Efe Paul Azino, Atilola Moronfolu, Dolapo Ogunwale, Jeffrey Jaiyeola (Plumbline), Ivori, Enigmatic Olumide, Torpedo Mascaw, Olumide Holloway (Olulu) among others. BellaNaija Fri, 24 May 2013 09:00:11 -0700 http://turenchi.com/links/61932-Creating-Art-with-Words-View-Photos-from-the-4th-Edition-of-WORD-UP-A-Spoken-Word-Poetry-Event-in-Lagos?dest=out http://turenchi.com/links/61932-Creating-Art-with-Words-View-Photos-from-the-4th-Edition-of-WORD-UP-A-Spoken-Word-Poetry-Event-in-Lagos?dest=out The great literary genius Chinua Achebe was buried in his home town of Ogidi yesterday, 23rd May 2013. We remember him with fond memories. The life he lived, the stories he told and the principles he stood for. Professor Achebe died at the age of 82 in Boston, USA. BellaNaija Fri, 24 May 2013 08:00:16 -0700 http://turenchi.com/links/61931-A-Legend-Goes-Home-Chinua-Achebe-buried-in-His-Home-Town-Ogidi-in-Anambra-State?dest=out http://turenchi.com/links/61931-A-Legend-Goes-Home-Chinua-Achebe-buried-in-His-Home-Town-Ogidi-in-Anambra-State?dest=out Ghanaian Actress, Joselyn Dumas is way more than just a pretty face and sexy curves, she is one of Ghana’s top actresses and TV hosts. You may also recall her being the bride in Lynxxx‘s “Fine Lady” music video.Although her face hasn’t been to regular on the movie scene of late, Joselyn has been focusing on the TV host aspect of her career. So, to get the full scoop of what’s she got in the works, the DSTV crew caught up with the ‘Pillow Talks’ host. BellaNaija Fri, 24 May 2013 08:00:12 -0700 http://turenchi.com/links/61930-Another-Reality-TV-Show-on-the-Horizon-Ghanaian-Actress-Joselyn-Dumas-to-Start-First-Ladies-?dest=out http://turenchi.com/links/61930-Another-Reality-TV-Show-on-the-Horizon-Ghanaian-Actress-Joselyn-Dumas-to-Start-First-Ladies-?dest=out Nothing sells drama, intrigue, romance, suspense, conspiracy and of course a little action better than Big Brother Africa. Its brand new season is just around the corner and has come with just as much excitement and fanfare as its predecessors. We don’t know who the housemates are yet or what twists the team has got planned for this season yet, but we can’t wait for all the action to start. BellaNaija Fri, 24 May 2013 07:00:09 -0700 http://turenchi.com/links/61929-Bellanaija-Presents-7-Nigerian-Celebrities-We-Would-Love-to-See-on-Big-Brother-Africa?dest=out http://turenchi.com/links/61929-Bellanaija-Presents-7-Nigerian-Celebrities-We-Would-Love-to-See-on-Big-Brother-Africa?dest=out Over the past few months, the literary world and social media has been abuzz since the release of Nigerian-Ghanaian author Taiye Selasi‘s debut novel Ghana Must Go in March 2013. BellaNaija Fri, 24 May 2013 06:00:11 -0700 http://turenchi.com/links/61928-Must-Read-Book-Nigerian-Ghanaian-Author-Taiye-Selasi-s-Debut-Novel-Ghana-Must-Go-?dest=out http://turenchi.com/links/61928-Must-Read-Book-Nigerian-Ghanaian-Author-Taiye-Selasi-s-Debut-Novel-Ghana-Must-Go-?dest=out Rising Afro Pop starlet, Donna Diva has been known for her costumed music videos. Do you think she took it too far by taking on the costume of an alien from the blockbuster, “Avatar” in this new “Gaga” music video? BellaNaija Fri, 24 May 2013 05:00:09 -0700 http://turenchi.com/links/61927-Have-you-seen-the-Nigerian-Avatar-Watch-Donna-Diva-Feat-Gold-Cruz-Gaga?dest=out http://turenchi.com/links/61927-Have-you-seen-the-Nigerian-Avatar-Watch-Donna-Diva-Feat-Gold-Cruz-Gaga?dest=out This past weekend was an intense missing my mummy weekend. I don’t know why, but I just woke up feeling really nostalgic and home sick for no apparent reason. My mum and I are quite close, even though I’m a Daddy’s girl to the core. I was named after her (first and middle name) and everyone says I’m the exact replica of her, down to manner of walking and tone of voice.Whilst partaking in my regular weekend house chores, I kept getting flashbacks about her instructions on cleaning the house. I got my OCD-esque style of cleaning from her and I was smiling to myself remembering her many famous phrases “hard work does not kill but laziness destroys”, “Ola I would like to see the reflection of my teeth in those bathroom tiles”, “how many times did you scrub the toilet” and her funny ones “heaven forbid that they will tell you in your husband’s house that I didn’t train you well o”, “the fear of mummy is the beginning of wisdom”. I am the eldest child so you can say I was put through the ringer a bit. BellaNaija Fri, 24 May 2013 04:00:13 -0700 http://turenchi.com/links/61926-BN-Cuisine-with-Dooney-s-Kitchen-A-Twist-of-the-Traditional-Favorite-Yam-Peppersoup-with-Prawns?dest=out http://turenchi.com/links/61926-BN-Cuisine-with-Dooney-s-Kitchen-A-Twist-of-the-Traditional-Favorite-Yam-Peppersoup-with-Prawns?dest=out On this week’s episode of her vlog, Nigerian media personality Toke Makinwa shares some things that get on her nerves. From jobless friends who always shout TGIF, to scrolling through her phone. BellaNaija Fri, 24 May 2013 04:00:11 -0700 http://turenchi.com/links/61925-Must-Watch-Video-Nigerian-Media-Personality-Toke-Makinwa-speaks-on-What-gets-on-her-Nerves-Started-from-the-Bottom-Really-?dest=out http://turenchi.com/links/61925-Must-Watch-Video-Nigerian-Media-Personality-Toke-Makinwa-speaks-on-What-gets-on-her-Nerves-Started-from-the-Bottom-Really-?dest=out Some of you may recognize her as the co-host of “The Green Room” at the 2012 Nigeria Entertainment Awards in New York; or, as the co-host of the 2012 Kora Awards ceremony in Abdjan, but this strapping young French-Cameroonian woman, Sophy Aiida is taking a foray into Afro Pop. BellaNaija Fri, 24 May 2013 03:00:16 -0700 http://turenchi.com/links/61924-From-TV-host-to-Afro-Pop-Star-Listen-to-Sophy-Aiida-s-Debut-Single-Break-It-Down-?dest=out http://turenchi.com/links/61924-From-TV-host-to-Afro-Pop-Star-Listen-to-Sophy-Aiida-s-Debut-Single-Break-It-Down-?dest=out You’ve seen them featured at the L’Espace store collections and now the DiDi Creations label is bringing you their 2013 bag collection lookbook. The brand’s designs which were conceived by the creative director Tina Ndidi Ugo is bringing you their designs inspired by glamour, colors, vintage pieces, African arts & culture and retro styles.In this collection they have created different bags to suit different categories of women and their lifestyles; the corporate chic,trendy chic, girlie chic, beach chic, rock chic and retro chic BellaNaija Fri, 24 May 2013 02:00:19 -0700 http://turenchi.com/links/61923-Bags-Inspired-by-African-Arts-Culture-Presenting-DiDi-Creations-2013-Collection-Lookbook?dest=out http://turenchi.com/links/61923-Bags-Inspired-by-African-Arts-Culture-Presenting-DiDi-Creations-2013-Collection-Lookbook?dest=out Earlier this month, BellaNaija Events brought you the first photos from the unveiling of Tosan Jemide of Cakes by Tosan‘s “The Tallest Cake in Africa” project which took place at the Silverbird Galleria, Victoria Island, Lagos on Thursday 16th May 2013. BellaNaija Fri, 24 May 2013 02:00:15 -0700 http://turenchi.com/links/61922-BN-Exclusive-All-the-Official-Photos-from-Tosan-Jemide-of-Cakes-by-Tosan-s-The-Tallest-Cake-in-Africa-Project-in-Lagos?dest=out http://turenchi.com/links/61922-BN-Exclusive-All-the-Official-Photos-from-Tosan-Jemide-of-Cakes-by-Tosan-s-The-Tallest-Cake-in-Africa-Project-in-Lagos?dest=out Move Back to Nigeria is a new series on BellaNaija. The aim is to encourage  young professionals in the diaspora who are trying to make the decision of whether to move back to Nigeria. In collaboration with the guys at MoveBackToNigeria.com, we hope to bring you a weekly interview with individuals who have successfully made the leap. The idea is to share their successes and their challenges as they made the decision. This week we speak with a Nigerian professional whose back story is very intriguing. He is a communications and graphic design expert and currently runs his own company after moving back to Nigeria from the UK  to start from ground zero.  Please note that the identities of the respondents will be concealed in order to protect them. We hope you enjoy the interviews and you are inspired and motivated. We also welcome discussions and your views on the subject matter. BellaNaija Fri, 24 May 2013 02:00:13 -0700 http://turenchi.com/links/61921-Move-Back-To-Nigeria-Nigeria-Taught-Me-To-Be-Humble-Read-the-Story-of-How-the-Serial-Employee-in-the-UK-Became-a-Successful-Entrepreneur?dest=out http://turenchi.com/links/61921-Move-Back-To-Nigeria-Nigeria-Taught-Me-To-Be-Humble-Read-the-Story-of-How-the-Serial-Employee-in-the-UK-Became-a-Successful-Entrepreneur?dest=out “Big Brother Africa: The Chase” is about to launch and guess who’ll be performing alongside D’Prince, Don Jazzy & Wande Coal – South Africa’s very own Mafikizolo. BellaNaija Thu, 23 May 2013 23:00:15 -0700 http://turenchi.com/links/61920-Now-Playing-Mafikizolo-Feat-Uhuru-Khona?dest=out http://turenchi.com/links/61920-Now-Playing-Mafikizolo-Feat-Uhuru-Khona?dest=out Jim & Nadia! It has a certain ring to it. After a huge amount of speculation, rumours and sightings, it seems like this celebrity couple couldn’t keep their love a secret any longer. Both Jim Iyke & Nadia Buari took to Twitter a few hours ago and did the cutest thing. BellaNaija Thu, 23 May 2013 14:00:14 -0700 http://turenchi.com/links/61919-Nollywood-Superstars-Jim-Iyke-Nadia-Buari-Confess-Their-Love-to-Each-Other-via-Twitter?dest=out http://turenchi.com/links/61919-Nollywood-Superstars-Jim-Iyke-Nadia-Buari-Confess-Their-Love-to-Each-Other-via-Twitter?dest=out In the cause of celebrating the 1000th episode of acclaimed soap ‘Tinsel’, the team behind what is arguably Nigeria’s most successful soap opera recruited the handsome and talented X3M Music artiste Praiz to belt out what is the new theme song of the addictive Tinsel. Listen to ‘Fire & Ice’ and be wowed by both the wondrous voice of Praiz and the world-class instrumentation and production of the number. BellaNaija Thu, 23 May 2013 13:00:19 -0700 http://turenchi.com/links/61918-In-Celebration-of-Tinsel1000-Listen-to-Praiz-Fire-Ice-Tinsel-Theme-Song-?dest=out http://turenchi.com/links/61918-In-Celebration-of-Tinsel1000-Listen-to-Praiz-Fire-Ice-Tinsel-Theme-Song-?dest=out You saw how amazing my second day in Durban was yesterday {click here} and how exciting the first day before was too {click here}. Welcome to Day 3!Before you ask any questions, the answer is ‘yes!’ The people dancing on their knees in the below photo are D’Banj & Snoop Lion performing to “Mr. Endowed Remix” for the first time ever on an African stage. BellaNaija Thu, 23 May 2013 13:00:16 -0700 http://turenchi.com/links/61917-BN-on-the-Scene-Proverb-VIP-Treatment-Fun-Times-more-Day-3-of-my-MTV-Africa-All-Stars-Concert-Experience-in-South-Africa?dest=out http://turenchi.com/links/61917-BN-on-the-Scene-Proverb-VIP-Treatment-Fun-Times-more-Day-3-of-my-MTV-Africa-All-Stars-Concert-Experience-in-South-Africa?dest=out