MONALISA CHINDA Honoured For Autism Movie

Story By DUMBIRI FRANK EBOH
 Nigerian movie stars are getting recognitions not just for their interpretations of contemporary living but also for their roles in addressing special issues in the society. Such was the case, last week Friday, when   Nollywood actress, Monalisa Chinda and top producer, Emem Isong were among those honoured, for their effort in raising awareness for child autism in Nigeria.

On May 27, 2012, Emem with Monalisa premiered a movie on autism which was the first known movie done in that respect.

They were rewarded at the second Autism Awareness Conference held at Four Point by Sheraton, Lekki, Lagos by WOW Divas. WOW Divas is an international network of professional women.

So many dignitaries graced the event. These include  Dr Abiodun Aluko, Dr Bosede Askhia, Dr Yinka Akindayomi, Adeola Holloway Oduyemi, Dotun Akande, Mrs. Udo Maryanne Okonjo and Honourable Jerry Alagbaosa, member of the Imo State House of Rep amongst others.

The event saw of The Nigerian Autism Directory, which emphasised one of the key messages, Autism is not a death sentence. With early diagnosis, intervention and therapy, the child can recover without a trace.

TU FACE To Host Nigezie Relaunch Party

Nigerian hip-hop star, together with the Humour, is set to host fun lovers on Friday 29th June 2012 at Exclusive Rumor nite club located along Oduduwa street, Ikeja. Nigeria's premiere 24 hour music Channel, Nigezie as we all know has since staged a return after the hibernation that followed the squabble, which saw off the music channel from trouble cable network HiTV.
And to celebrate their return to competitive programming, the owners of the business, Virtual Media Network in conjunction with Now Musik and Hypertek, are planning a relaunch party at the all new super exclusive Rumors night club in Ikeja, Lagos..
Multiple award winning international superstar, Tu Face Idibia will be the host as teamNigezie and the cream of the Nigerian entertainment industry get down to an all night shindig.

Gay Allegation: CHARLEY BOY Drags National Mirror To Court

Story By JOHNSON OKPUSA OBASI
The imbroglio between Nigerian star musician and social activist, Charles Oputa a.k.a Charley Boy , and the National Mirror Newspaper, has taken a new twist as Charley Boy has reportedly filed a N1Million suit against the National daily.
       According to sources close to the musician, the suit became necessary  when all means to settle the case out of court failed.
        Trouble started when National Mirror allegedly published a story in which Charley Boy was said to have confessed to be a gay.
        But denying this, the former president of the Performing Musicians Association of Nigeria.(PMAN) said even though everyone was entitled to their view, people should verify the facts of an issue before making it public. "i have nothing against gays, i have guy friends, okada friends, agbero friends, president friends among others. But i never said what they said i said. Everyone is entitled to their opinion but people should check their facts very well before making them public" he submitted.

Is UCHE JOMBO Really Married?

Top Nollywood actress, Uche Jombo, who recently got married to her Puerto Rican husband, Kenney Rodriguez, may have tried to silent her many critics over the secrecy involved in her wedding on Wednesday, May 16, 2012.

The role-interpreter has been heavily criticised by some sections of her fans over the inability of them to see pictures from her wedding ceremony, which she did over a month ago in a private beach in the United States of America.

When she arrived the country some weeks ago, many of her fans had expected Uche to return with her hubby but they were disappointed that she returned to Nigeria alone without Kenney.

This has caused some hush tones among some of her colleagues, fans and others. They believe that there was more to the secrecy in her wedding than meet the eyes.

Some have rumoured that the wedding may have been done for some reasons best known to Uche alone. A picture of the supposed husband shows that Uche married a younger lover.

There are reports that WOW magazine exclusively bought Uche Jombo’s wedding pictures and the pictures would be released in their next edition, which no one knows when.

To prove to some of her critics wrong, Uche stormed the recently concluded Nollywood Movies Awards (NMA) held at The Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos on Saturday, June 2, 2012.

She posed for a photo-shoot and flaunted her 'supposed' wedding ring.

The question now is, will the flaunting of her wedding ring convince critics until her wedding pictures are released by WOW magazine?

LAGBAJA Loses Dad

Story By JOHNSON OKPUSA OBASI

These are satainly not best of times for Nigerian music star, Bisade Ologunde popularly called Lagbaja has lost his father Deacon D.A Ologunde. Star Weekly gathered  that the 83 year old Deacon died in Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria last Saturday. Before his death, Mr Ologunde’s was the Head Deacon at the Emmanuel Baptist Church, Sabo-Oke, Ilorin. We at Star Weekly offer our collective condolence to the bereaved family while at the same time praying for the soul of the departed. May his soul rest in perfect peace!

Grand Ball Unleashes IGOS Of Wazobia

Story By DUMBIRI FRANK EBOH 
come next Sunday 24th of June, all roads lead to Muson Centre, Onikan Lagos as popular On air personality and Comedian Igos of Wazobia Fm, stages the maiden edition of his annual show.

Tagged Igos D Prince Of Wazobia Live, the show will unleash stars in the Nigerian music and comedy industry

  The show according to Igos" its a way of saying thank you to the Almighty God for preserving my life and also appreciating my fans and admirers for showing me love over the years , That is why am doing it on my date of birth.” The computer engineer turned comedian / broadcaster also revealed he will be celebrating his birthday with his birthday mate and mentor Alibaba. This event will feature comedy performances by top rated comedians of the federal republic, led by the king of comedy, Alibaba, Julius Agwu, Basketmouth, KOFFI, Ay, Klint da Drunk, Mandy, Yaw, Mc Abbey,Guvnor, Gordons,Bovi, Yaw, Akpororo, Bowjoint,Da Lectura, Crazylegs among others.
Apart from comedy, there will be heavy music by the likes of 9ice, COREAD from South Africa, MI, J.Martin, W4, Solidstar, Latmo,Harrysong,Iyanya,Vector, KCEE, Lamboginny, Maheeda, Pasto Goddy Goddy, Godbless and Ebony Band.
 The show which is produced by Grandball Entertainment, a Lagos based total entertainment company, will raise funds for motherless babies in orphanages. comes up on Sunday 24th June, 2012 at the Muson Centre, beginning from 5pm.

Why I Have Increased My Fees - PAWPAW

Story By JUSTICE AMUCHI
Osita Iheme, populally known as PawPaw by his fans, recently jerked up his movie fees. Many producers have wondered why this is so. Osita Iheme, however, says his decision to raise the fees he charges, was not done in isolation because other stars in Nollywood are also doing the same.

"Yes my fees have increased but I cannot give an exact fee for now because it depends on the negotiating power of the person approaching me with the movie script," he stated.
 
The Nollywood star actor also used the occasion to through more light on his plans for the rest of the year.
He said : "I am actually working on a project, talent and skills , I am raising fund for the unemployed with good talent and also providing a platform for themAnd the 3rd edition of osita iheme quiz competition for secondary schools is on course"

ANITA HOGAN: My Husband Is Not Romantic

Story By JOHNSON OKPUSA OBASI 
 Nollywood star actress, Anita Hogan, may have been absent from the screne for some time now. But news reaching Star Weekly! has it that the tall and slim actress is making a come-back as recently reviewed in her chart with media men. She also spoke on the romance between her and her white husband.

According to her, "I didn’t even believe I could end up with a white guy.It just happened.I don’t know about white guys being more romantic because my husband is not romantic.He is more of a realist and he is always very realistic about his feelings. Am attracted to his openness,and the fact that he is a very rugged man.We started as friends,then got closer and we later got married.He is also a very amazing father,I admire the way he cares for his kids.He is also very loving but not romantic.I am very grateful to God for him.He has 3 children from his marriage to a Dutch lady.He was married and the union produced 3 children who are all grown up now."When asked how she intended to relaunch herself back to limelight, this is what she had to say "Well all I am out to do now is basically creating opportunities for myself rather than wait for people to create the opportunity for me.And I have already started work on that."