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Timothy D. Cook , Apple 's chief executive, likes to tell people that his predecessor, Steven P. Jobs, urged him to be himself when he took over the company. Mr. Cook is taking that advice. On Thursday, he said he was gay — the most striking example of how he is in many ways making  Apple  a more open, less secretive company. "Let me be clear: I'm proud to be gay, and I consider being gay among the greatest gifts God has given me," Mr. Cook  wrote in  the essay , published by Bloomberg Businessweek. Mr. Cook's decision is unlikely to have any major impact on Apple's global business, said business analysts and professors. But they added that because it was a bold move, it was full of unknowns. No business executive of Mr. Cook's stature has ever done something like this before. And while laws legalizing  same-sex marriage  are sweeping places like the United States, Latin America and Europe, gay rights advocates are still struggling to secure basic protecti...

The night was filled with glamorous designers, cameras, fun and music at the Evol Fashion Show 4 which took place in basement wing university of benin on the 25 th  of October. The show which kicked off a little behind schedule saw models strut their stuff on the runway while showcasing the sleek designs by the fashion designers who represented to the core with their trendy, fresh, futuristic and very upbeat designs. Performances from a host of artiste made the a whole show a lot more colorful with singing,  spoken word and rap echoing through the ever banging speakers. Vector then wrapped up the show with a riveting performance as he got the whole crowd going "ondu" and "oshamo", ending with his new hit single "she garrit".  The designers who show cased their designs are  EMMY TUCKER APPAREL, PEEWEE COLLECTION, BENJAMIN GOLD, KEN-EARTH, CLASSIC GOTH AND HAPPY COLLECTION, ALE'ROYAL. Ugossip crew was live in the building to cover the event and to make s...

Chinedu Ubachukwu has emerged winner of the 11th edition of Gulder Ultimate Search. Chinedu beat the two other finalists Cosy Joe & Afolabi Emmanuel to the ultimate prize by being the only person to complete the final task of retrieving the General's War Helmet. This victory came after the 24-year-old graduate of Petroleum & Gas at University of Port Harcourt successfully navigated his way through the forest and managed to row his canoe across the heavy currents of Aguleri River.   The other two warriors failed in their bids to get to the mysterious destination across the waters.   ‎  With this achievement, the native of Anambra State will exchange the treasure for a whopping N10million and a brand new SUV.  As ‎  soon as Chinedu located & retrieved the General's War Helmet, anchorman Chidi Mokeme inducted him into the exclusive Order of Heroes as the 11th "Ultimate Man".   ‎ The other finalists will get cash prizes for the positions they finish...

UNIBEN GET READY TO EXPLODE!!!! Show 4.0 Which Will Feature Exhibition, Runway And Music Is Set To Take Place On Saturday 25th Of October, 2014. The Event Kicks Of With A Stunning Red Carpet And A Mind Blowing Exhibition Session by 2pm, Followed By The Main Event By 3pm, All At The East-Wing Basement Of The University Of Benin And It Promises To Be A Blast!  The Runway Will Sparkle With Glamour, Style, Lights And Music With The Host, Pete Amayo Of Rhythm 93.7 And Co Host D'Compere, With Our Seasoned Designers; Jason Porshe, Benjamin Gold, Ale'Royal, Faith Job, PeeWee, House of Origin, Trendy Johnson, Emmy Tucker.  So Precious, and with Guests performances by Vector, Ruby Gang, 2shortz, Techno, sugafame, shegz The Event Also Promises To Host Top Models And High Profile Figures In The Industry. The Event Is A Must Attend For Fashionistas, Fashion Enthusiasts, Entertainment lovers, Stylists, Fashion lovers, Press and the general public.   Our Official Partners: UG...

A substantive Vice Chancellor, Prof. Osasere Faradey Orumwense, has been appointed for the University of Benin (UNIBEN), by the University's Governing Council. Orumwense, a Professor of Material Engineering, was until his appointment, Dean, Faculty of Engineering of UNIBEN. ‎The new Vice Chancellor had previously served as Rector of Edo state-owned Institute of Management Technology (IMT), Usen. ‎Prof. Orumwense had also served as Administrator of the Ekehuan Campus of the Institution‎.

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39-year-old Nigerian oil trader, Igho Sanomi is set to acquire Royal Dutch Shell's highly productive oil block, Oil Mining License 29 (OML 29) for $2.5 billion as the company continues divesting its assets in Nigeria. Sanomi's Taleveras Group, according to the Wall Street Journal  will also be buying a pipeline associated with the OML 29 as part of the total sum. The oil block won by Talevaras is the most coveted of all the oil assets, including OMLs 18, 24, 25 and 29, put up for auction by Shell. According to Shell figures quoted by the  Africa Oil and Gas Report , the remaining reserves (P1+P2) in OML 29 is about 2.2 Billion barrels of oil equivalent (BOE). The hydrocarbon fields on the acreage could deliver as much as 160,000BOPD and 300MMscf/d at peak, with focused, aggressive work programme. Shell has signed sales and purchase agreements for some of the oil mining leases it plans to sell, according to The Wall Street Journal, and once the deals are completed, a market ann...

American actress and filmmaker Angelina Jolie was named an honorary dame by Queen Elizabeth II during a private ceremony on Friday. The actress was presented with "Insignia of an Honorary Dame Grand Cross of the Most Distinguished Order of St. Michael and St. George" for her work fighting against the use of sexual violence as a weapon during periods of war. The film star has been known for her charity work throughout her career. In June, Jolie hosted a global summit to end sexual violence during conflict in London alongside the British Foreign Secretary William Hague. -  Time.com ‎

From low cut to dreads cool right? After his UK tour I guess wizzy wants give his fans another side of his looks. 

Its approximately 24hrs before the Official ShutDown and kick-Off of the ULTIMATE and most anticipated party in Benin City. Club b.A.d holds on the 10th of October,2014 @ SUNBeach Resort, Osaighe Ogiugo Str, Off Ekehuan Road. Benin City.  VVIP=#20,000  VIP= #5,000 Reg=#1,000  Don't miss out on this EXPERIENCE...its gonna blow you away. Contact the following for more details and reservations:  SimmEddy 265638F5  Osagie. 7A242F28  Melatiah. 236C6D0F  MiMi. 298FE363   Come expecting to be blown away.

If you don't know what Club b.A.d is about by now, you  must be the last person in Benin City who doesn't. Come get tickets  now 2 get your STARS (limited available). Club b.A.d...Tonight we make our own RULES ,we ball so hard because we are young, wild and free.  #YWF Date: 10th Of October, 2014 Venue: SUNBeach Bar n Resort's New ClubHouse And Pool Area, off Ekehuan Road, Benin City.  Gate Fee: VVIP: 20k (Black Star) #soldOut VIP: 5k (Gold star) Reg: 1k(Red Star) PING me now for your stars and live a night of Bangers, Lighters n Masters.  Come mingle, connect and Socialise withYoungMen and Ladies of Class n Poise...making it big in all various walks of Life. Make business acquiantnces wit prospective Clients n Partners...Live it big like d OGs.  FRIDAY NITE of Xtreme CLUBBING & POOL PARTY combo???!!! Benin City never had it this good! Club b.A.d BeninCity Lockdown...don't miss out. Contact ...

The video we shot with DJ Jimmy Jatt featuring Banky W and phyno (ee toh beh) was exquisite in the sense that we try as much as possible not go off what the concept of the song is was communicating . Although it was challenging at first but later when we got in sync with the song  the flow was awesome.  Clarence PETER knew what it takes to shoot a superb video, we want to use this opportunity to make a big shout to our Manager Prince Segun for his unending advice and support also to our family, friends and fans we love you so much and we will continue to make you guys proud. Don't forget to download the complete video watch and enjoy.  http:// www.naijaloaded. com.ng/2014/09/ 30/ video-dj-jimmy-j att-e-toh-ft-ph yno-banky-w/

Founder of Christ Embassy, Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, has removed his estranged wife's pictures and name, Anita, from the church's monthly devotional publication, Rhapsody of Realities after her pictures and personal information had been removed from the church's website, a few months ago. Founder of Christ Embassy, Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, has removed his estranged wife's pictures and name, Anita, from the church's monthly devotional publication, Rhapsody of Realities after her pictures and personal information had been removed from the church's website, a few months ago. Anita was reportedly sidelined from her key role and the role taken over  by a prominent female member of the church, Yemisi Kudehinbu, who recently succeeded Pastor Phillip as the Chief Executive Officer of the Believers Love World Incorporated, an umbrella body in charge of Rhapsody. The removal of Anita's profile from Rhapsody took effect from the October edition of the monthly devotional...

The hope of a continent was born on October 1, 1960.Africa had just survived the most traumatic period of its existence-colonialism which stretched over 200 years from the 19th to the 20th centuries.  This battered continent suddenly exposed by the decolonisation processes of the  1950s and 1960s naturally looked up to Nigeria to fill up the yawning leadership gap in Africa. The most populous black nation  on earth, 6th largest producer of crude oil as well as an avalanche of human and natural resources certainly seemed  to be a good fit at the time. Fifty-four years later however, such claim by the Giant as to the leadership of Africa is certainly up for contestation. The nation has experienced its fair share of ups and downs and its current posture is a far cry from what its nationalist leaders had dreamt of.  Nigeria has consistently failed to set an example for other states in the  African continent to follow. The expectation that it mirror the kind of ...

1. October 1st 1960, Nigeria gained 'independence' from Britain. But the highest judicial authority was the Privy Council." 2. Nigeria was created as a company, not a Nation. The royal Niger company, a corporate entity in 1900. Are we really independent?" 3. It may offend some of you that I refer to Nigeria as a company, working for the west even till today. Let me explain" 4. The British paid £896,000 to buy Nigeria in 1900, a huge amount at that time. Just like you buy a company." 5. After over 50 years of direct colonial rule, Nigerians began to fight for self-government. But this is where it gets complicated." 6. Those that fought for independence, we're united by the common goal of self-government and so, they worked together. The west knew this." 7. As Nigerians got smarter, so did the colonialists. Chains and guns were no longer enough to enslave a nation. So they developed a plan." 8. The colonialists knew that apart from the share...

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into part-time Degree Programmes for the 2014/2015 academic session. AVAILABLE PROGRAMMES The NUC has approved that the University of Benin can run the following degree programmes: 1 B. Agric (Animal Science, Crop Science, Soil Science); 2 B. Agric. (Fisheries) 3. B. Agric. (Forestry and Wildlife) 4 B.A. (English and Literature) 5. B A. (International Studies and Diplomacy) 6. B A. (Linguistics) 7. B. A. (Linguistics and Edo language) 8. B A. (Mass Communication) 9. B. A. (Ed) (Adult Education) 10. B. A. (Ed) (Adult Education/English & Literature) 11. B. A. (Ed) (Adult Education/Fine Arts) 12 B. Sc. (Ed) (Adult Education/Economics and Statistics) 13. B. Sc. (Ed) (Adult Education/Political Science) 14. B. Sc. (Ed) (Adult Education/English language and Literature) 15. B. A. (Ed) (History) 16. B. A. (Ed) (French) 17. B. A. (Ed) (Fine Arts) 18 B. A. (Ed) (Edo Language) 19. B. A. (Ed) (Religious Studies) 20. B. Sc...

You've waited so long for it and guess what? You finally have it as we are thrilled to unveil the shortlist for our 9th annual Headies Awards – a superb combination featuring the very best artists across a broad range of categories. The Headies annually celebrates deserving stars who have contributed a lot through good music during the year in review (July 2013 – June 2014), and this year promises to be bigger as some artistes would be honoured, and many others would be encouraged to step up their game. But before the award ceremony proper, here is a list of the nominees' below, but remember the winners are in your hands… Voting commences shortly.  1 (YEAR IN REVIEW: JULY 2013 – JUNE 2014)           BEST RECORDING OF THE YEAR A non-voting category for the best single recording by an artiste or group in year under review. IYAWO MI- TIMI DAKOLO LET SOMEBODY LOVE YOU- 2FACE IDIBIA ALWAYS ON MY MIND – NOSA ORDINARY PEOPLE – COHBAMS ASUQUO 2.   ...

Happy independence day to all Nigerians God bless Nigeria. We as proud citizens of this country are praying that terrorism and corruption is flushed out .Am so excited because this coming election is going to change the course of history for Nigerians . As we celebrate  Nigeria @ 54  let us bear it mind that this country is ours and we have been charged with the responsibility of building and developing our great nation irrespective of tribe, age, gender . We are striving for a better Nigeria although there are many vices militating against good governance.  I believe strongly that we are going to change the face of politics in Nigeria . I stand to say one man one vote, no rigging of elections, free and fair elections, reformed electoral processes, good roads, quality education, constant electricity supply, increase in employment etc In doing so, we are leaving a legacy for our children . Don't lose hope yet, we are a great nation blessed by God.  Once again Happy in...

The United States has one confirmed case of Ebola, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on Tuesday, marking the first domestic appearance of the deadly virus that has ravaged swaths of continental Africa. The as-yet unidentified patient is located in Dallas, officials say, effectively confirming a statement issued on Monday by Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas. The organization said that an unnamed patient was being tested for Ebola and had been placed in "strict isolation" due to the patient's symptoms and recent travel history.  In a press conference, CDC Director Tom Frieden said the patient in question had been traveling in Liberia, where he may have contracted the disease. He returned to the United States on the 20th of September, after which he sought care. Frieden attempted to assuage concerns about Ebola's contagious effect, saying that the virus was only spread through direct contact, and was not airborne. He vowed that officials wou...