Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Too Many Fine Babes for Lagos
I was born and bred in Lagos state and I have been privileged to travel all over Nigeria since my childhood to date. And I can confirm that there are too many beautiful and physically well endowed young women in Lagos, from the nubile teenage girls to the older young women from different tribes in Nigeria and from other countries.
This morning, this first phone call came from one of them, Funke who looks like the Barbadian R&B, reggae, and pop singer Rihanna intoto and she wants to see me. Then later, I found myself sitting beside another beauty, a mulatto, who looked like an angel in human flesh. She was looking as I typed a text message to tell Funke that I was already scheduled to go straight to MultiChoice/DSTV on Victoria Island before coming to the office of Supple magazine in Shomolu. Then as she was leaving, she turned to look at me straight as if to tell me “I know you know that I am an eyeful of beauty, Look at me well well.” Boy! I was dazed as I gazed at her from her long silky black hair she knotted into a ponytail and her sleeveless black blouse and blue denim pants and heelless sandals; she was too fine from the crown of her head to the toes of her beautiful golden feet. I swallowed lumps of saliva. Then I saw more pretty and sexy babes appearing from left and right on the street and I thought I was in a romantic dream or what could be going on!
My conclusion is, the most beautiful women in Nigeria have invaded Lagos for the summer.
Let me go and see Funke!
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Chris Brown and Rihanna: What Do Girls REALLY Think?

Chris Brown and Rihanna
16 Apr 2009 19:44 Africa/Lagos
Chris Brown and Rihanna: What Do Girls REALLY Think?
New Survey Uncovers Interesting Results
NEW YORK, April 16 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- A new survey commissioned by GIRL SCOUTS OF THE USA through the BUZZ MARKETING GROUP has uncovered some interesting news regarding the reactions of girls to the highly publicized Chris Brown and Rihanna incident: 95 percent of girls surveyed say Chris Brown's alleged actions are not acceptable or justifiable for any reason, and 48 percent believe that low self-esteem will be the primary reason for Rihanna getting back with Chris Brown.
Girl Scouts of the USA commissioned the study to ensure girl's voices were accurately represented and to stress the importance of self-esteem among girls. The incident reportedly left young singer Rihanna battered and bruised at the hands of her singer boyfriend Chris Brown. Shortly after, it was widely reported by the Boston Public Health Commission that teens were believed to put Rihanna at fault for the alleged attack.
However, it seems Boston teens do not reflect the nationwide view among girls. The Girl Scouts of the USA uncovered that a majority of girls - nearly 59 percent - hold Chris Brown responsible for what happened, followed by 33 percent who place the blame on both Rihanna and Chris Brown.
"Girls are now telling us loud and clear - it is not OK to hit a woman," says Tina Wells, CEO of Buzz Marketing Group. "That doesn't mean they don't sympathize with both parties. The girls are looking at the situation from all angles and understand that no one knows what really happened. They like Chris Brown - he is an idol for younger girls - and it was hard for them to believe at first."
The findings did contain one disturbing trend among girls - it was the younger ones under the age of 13 who were more likely to blame Rihanna. Self-esteem is at the center of discussion for girls, as the study uncovered almost half of the respondents - 48 percent - believe that low self-esteem will be the primary reason for Rihanna getting back with Chris Brown. This reinforces the importance for parents to speak to daughters early and often.
"Overall, today's girls are more savvy than often assumed," says Leanne Gluck, Manager of uniquely ME!, the national Girl Scouts / Dove Self-Esteem Program. "The media attention surrounding this unfortunate incident presents an opportunity for parents and daughters to engage in open dialogue on the importance of self-esteem and healthy relationships."
In addition to being the voice of girls, Girl Scouts of the USA recently launched a new Girl Scouts Leadership Experience which aims to empower girls with a strong sense of self and critical thinking skills to tackle issues such as low self-esteem. This learning model engages girls in a fun, experiential way to discover themselves, connect with others and take action to make the world a better place.
Survey results from Girl Scouts of the USA / Buzz Marketing Group:
-- 95 percent believe Chris Brown's alleged actions are not acceptable or
justifiable for any reason
-- 59 percent hold Chris Brown responsible for what happened
-- 33 percent blame both Rihanna and Chris Brown for what happened
-- 45 percent believe Rihanna could have provoked Chris Brown
-- Girls 13-17 were more likely to think Rihanna provoked him in some way
The nationwide survey of 420 girls, not necessarily Girl Scouts, ages 8-17 was conducted in March by the Buzz Marketing Group and included questions on demographics and familiarity with both singers.
About Girl Scouts
Founded in 1912, Girl Scouts of the USA is the preeminent leadership development organization for girls with 3.4 million girl and adult members worldwide. Girl Scouts is the leading authority on girls' healthy development, and builds girls of courage, confidence and character, who make the world a better place. The organization serves girls from every corner of the United States and its territories. Girl Scouts of the USA also serves American girls and their classmates attending American or international schools overseas in 90 countries. For more information on how to join, volunteer, reconnect or donate to Girl Scouts, call (800) GSUSA 4 U (800-478-7248) or visit www.girlscouts.org.
About Buzz Marketing Group
Founded by Tina Wells, Buzz Marketing Group, the premiere by-youth-for-youth marketing and communications agency specializes in market research, content generation, and trendspotting, with particular focus on viral outreach, focus groups, and lifestyle marketing. Whether it is through online research or immersion experiences, Buzz Marketing Group provides the solutions that enhance the clients' bottom line. Wells has relied on those invaluable insights to write Mackenzie Blue, a fun and entertaining novel for tweens that marks the beginning of an exciting new series. For more information on Buzz Marketing Group, call (856) 346-3456 or visit www.buzzmg.com.
Source: Girl Scouts of the USA
CONTACT: Joshua Ackley of Girl Scouts of the USA, +1-212-852-8038,
jackley@girlscouts.org
Web Site: http://www.girlscouts.org/
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
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Monday, February 16, 2009
Rihanna/Chris Brown Incident Underscores Need for Early Intervention, Leading Domestic Violence Expert Says
16 Feb 2009 01:40 Africa/Lagos
Rihanna/Chris Brown Incident Underscores Need for Early Intervention, Leading Domestic Violence Expert Says
Statement of Esta Soler, President, Family Violence Prevention Fund
SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 15 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- "Our thoughts and prayers are with Rihanna, who was reportedly the victim of a violent assault by Chris Brown. That the victim and alleged perpetrator in this case are both well-known entertainers adds a public dimension to what happens privately in this country every hour of every day. As we extend our support and sympathy to Rihanna, let's remember that we all have victims of dating and domestic violence in our own communities who need our help as well.
There are many unanswered questions here, and certainly Chris Brown is entitled to the same presumption of innocence as anyone else charged with a crime. But there are principles that should guide our response. Violence is never acceptable. Nothing a victim does, and nothing in a perpetrator's background, ever justifies violence. Those who commit violence must be held accountable. Victims of violence need and deserve protection, support and privacy.
Chris Brown has talked openly about the trauma he experienced growing up in a home plagued by domestic violence. Like so many children in similar situations, he needed professional intervention. If the allegations are true and he committed this assault, we have to assume that he did not get the help he needed. That is true for millions of children growing up in homes in which violence occurs. We must do better, or more children will grow up at risk for becoming victims or perpetrators of domestic violence.
The conversation this assault has launched, on blogs and entertainment websites, is a stark reminder of the urgent need for education and prevention. We aren't intervening with kids at risk for domestic violence. We aren't doing enough to teach the next generation that violence is wrong. We aren't training enough teachers, health care providers and other potential intervenors to ask if people are safe, and help if their answer is 'no.' We aren't funding new programs in the federal Violence Against Women Act that offer real hope for preventing violence before it begins."
Background: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports 1,200 deaths and two million injuries to women from intimate partner violence each year. On average, three women are murdered by their husbands or boyfriends each day in this country. 15.5 million U.S. children live in families in which partner violence occurred at least once in the past year, and seven million children live in families in which severe partner violence occurred.
The Family Violence Prevention Fund works to end violence against women and children around the world, because every person has the right to live free of violence. More information is available at www.endabuse.org. In partnership with the Advertising Council, the FVPF has launched That's Not Cool, a new campaign designed to help start a conversation among teens so they will connect the dots and recognize when controlling behavior becomes abuse. Learn more at www.thatsnotcool.com.
Source: Family Violence Prevention Fund
CONTACT: Lisa Lederer, +1-202-371-1999, +1-202-421-5825 (cell)
Web Site: http://www.endabuse.org/
N.B:
Rihanna's clash with Chris Brown on February 8, 2009, led to the cancellation of her performance at the 2009 Grammy Awards.
Monday, July 28, 2008
Britney Spears, Mariah Carey, Usher, Rihanna, Chris Brown, Lil Wayne, Katy Perry, T.I., Jordin Sparks and Flo Rida Nab MoonMan Nods for '2008 Video
Britney Spears, Mariah Carey, Usher, Rihanna, Chris Brown, Lil Wayne, Katy Perry, T.I., Jordin Sparks and Flo Rida Nab MoonMan Nods for '2008 Video Music Awards' Best Female Video and Best Male Video Nominees
British Comedian Russell Brand Set To Host Star-Studded Award Show Airing Live On Sunday, September 7th, 2008
NEW YORK, July 28 /PRNewswire/ -- "And the MoonMan goes to!!!" Well, we don't know that yet but on Sunday, September 7th a few names you may hear when envelopes are opened and winners revealed are Britney, Mariah, Rihanna, Usher, Chris or Katy. Beginning on Friday, July 18th, MTV (http://www.mtv.com/) viewers began their contribution to the 2008 Video Music Awards by helping to decide this year's nominees for "Best Female Video" and Best Male Video" guaranteed to create an award show with the music they want to hear and see. As previously announced, MTV's 25th annual Video Music Awards will be hosted by comedian/actor Russell Brand and will air live and only one time in its original incarnation, on Sunday, September 7, 2008 at 9pm (Live ET/Tape Delayed PT). Host, presenters and additional performers will be announced at a later date.
Artists nominated for the coveted MoonMan in the "Best Female Video" category include Britney Spears (http://www.mtv.com/music/artist/spears_britney/artist.jhtml) for her video "Piece of Me." Other talented ladies nominated in the "Best Female Video" category include the always fabulous diva Mariah Carey (http://www.mtv.com/music/artist/carey_mariah/artist.jhtml), Rihanna (http://www.mtv.com/music/artist/rihanna/artist.jhtml), Jordin Sparks (http://www.mtv.com/music/artist/jordin_sparks/artist.jhtml) and talented "girl kissing" newcomer Katy Perry (http://www.mtv.com/music/artist/katy_perry/artist.jhtml). And now for the men ... nominees for "Best Male Video" are Usher (http://www.mtv.com/music/artist/usher/artist.jhtml), Chris Brown (http://www.mtv.com/music/artist/brown__chris__18_/artist.jhtml), Flo Rida (http://www.mtv.com/music/artist/flo_rida/artist.jhtml), T.I. (http://www.mtv.com/music/artist/t_i_/artist.jhtml) and Lil Wayne (http://www.mtv.com/music/artist/lil_wayne/artist.jhtml). Each Friday night at 8pm ET/PT on "FNMTV" (http://www.mtv.com/ontv/fn-mtv, two new categories will be announced and open for viewers to vote for their favorite artists and videos at vma.mtv.com or from their Verizon Wireless mobile phone by texting the name of the artist to 23882. Categories currently open for viewers voting are "Best Hip Hop Video and "Best Pop Video."
AND THE NOMINEES ARE ...
BEST FEMALE VIDEO:
Britney Spears -- "Piece of Me"
Britney Spears
"Piece of Me"
Blackout
Jive/Zomba Label Group
Director: Wayne Isham
Jordin Sparks -- "No Air"
Jordin Sparks with Chris Brown
"No Air"
Jordin Sparks
19/Jive/Zomba Label Group
Director: Chris Robinson
Katy Perry -- "I Kissed A Girl"
Katy Perry
"I Kissed A Girl"
One Of The Boys
Capitol
Director: Kinga Burza
Mariah Carey -- "Touch My Body"
Mariah Carey
"Touch My Body"
E=MC^2
Island Def Jam Music Group
Director: Brett Ratner
Rihanna -- "Take a Bow"
Rihanna
"Take A Bow"
A Good Girl Gone Bad
SRP/Def Jam
Director: Anthony Mandler
BEST MALE VIDEO:
Lil Wayne -- "Lollipop"
Lil Wayne featuring Static
"Lollipop"
Tha Carter III
Cash Money Records/Universal Motown
Director: Gil Green/D. Carter
Chris Brown -- "With You"
Chris Brown
"With You"
Exclusive
Jive Records/Zomba
Director: Erik White/Chris Brown
Usher -- "Love In This Club"
Usher featuring Young Jeezy
"Love In This Club"
Here I Stand
LaFace Records/Zomba Label Group
Director: The Brothers Strause
T.I. -- "No Matter What"
T.I.
"No Matter What"
Paper Trail
Grand Hustle/Atlantic Records
Director: Self/James Lopez
Flo Rida -- "Low"
Flo Rida featuring T-Pain
"Low"
Step Up 2 The Streets Original Soundtrack/ Mail On Sunday
Poe Boy Ent./Atlantic Records
Director: Bernard Gourley
Russell Brand has emerged as a genuine star of the silver screen. Making his feature film debut in 'Penelope' with Christina Ricci and James McAvoy, and then onto the contemporary Ealing caper 'St Trinian's', and this year won rave reviews for his scene-stealing performances in Judd Apatow's 'Forgetting Sarah Marshall'. Apatow has cast him to play opposite Jonah Hill in his next feature 'Getting Him to the Greek,' filming in early 2009.
Official sponsors of "2008 VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS" are GM, Pepsi, TAG Body Spray, Taco Bell, Rhapsody and Verizon Wireless.
This year one lucky viewer will get the chance of a lifetime trip by joining "Do Good. Go to the VMAs." Think.MTV.com, MTV's online community for youth activism, is hooking up one young activist and shipping them off to Los Angeles to attend the 2008 MTV Video Music Awards alongside the biggest stars in the industry. From July 24th through August 22nd, all Think.MTV.com members who join the "Do Good. Go to the VMAs" group, at http://think.mtv.com/Groups/DoGoodGoToTheVMAs/, can enter to win two tickets to the VMAS on September 7, 2008 along with travel and hotel accommodations when MTV takes over Los Angeles for this year's show.
Jesse Ignjatovic/Den of Thieves is the Executive Producer, for the "2008 MTV Video Music Awards." Dave Sirulnick is Executive Producer. Chris Choun/Ish Entertainment is Co-Executive Producer. Jane Mun is Producer. Amy Doyle, Joanna Bomberg and Robin Katz are Music Talent Executives. Robin Reinhardt-Locke is Celebrity Talent Executive. Garrett English is Executive in Charge of Production.
Telescope is the Official Business Advisor of the "2008 MTV Video Music Awards" Nominee Voting period.
Related Links:
FNMTV VMA's Nominees Voting Page: vma.mtv.com
MTV Press Center: www.mtvpress.com
Pete Wentz and Pink Annouce Nominees: http://www.mtv.com/overdrive/?id=1591550&vid=260868
Pete Wentz Announces "Best Male Video" Nominees: http://www.mtv.com/overdrive/?id=1591550&vid=260859
Pink Announces "Best Female Video" Nominees: http://www.mtv.com/overdrive/?id=1591550&vid=260868
2008 VMA Logo: mtvpress.com/img/releases_downloadable_art/VMA08_logo_horizontal_ver2.jpg
About Telescope Inc.
Telescope is a participation media and mobile marketing pioneer. The company provides mobile, phone, and internet interactivity services. This includes mass-scale participation television with the world's largest phone voting solution; and mobile marketing and content programs, such as user-generated content, social networking; and CRM for media and advertiser clients. Telescope is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, with offices in New York and London. Visit us at www.telescope.tv.
About MTV
MTV is the dynamic, vibrant experiment at the intersection of music, creativity and youth culture. For over 26 years, MTV has evolved, challenged the norm, and detonated boundaries -- giving each new generation a creative outlet and voice that entertains, informs and unites on every platform and screen. On-air, MTV has been the number one rated 24 hour ad-supported cable network P12-24 for 16 straight years. Online, MTV.com scored double-digit growth in 2007 and MTV launched ten dynamic online communities and six new virtual worlds. On the go, MTV Mobile is the #1 music brand in the wireless space -- delivering 90% more streams than in 2006. And MTV's successful sibling networks MTV2, mtvU and MTV Tr3s each deliver unprecedented customized content, super-serving music fans, college students and young American Latinos like no one else. MTV is part of MTV Networks, a unit of Viacom (NYSE:VIA) (NYSE:VIA.B) , one of the world's leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms. Wanna know more? Come on in ... www.mtvpress.com.
Source: MTV
CONTACT: Jennifer DeGuzman, +1-212-846-7175,
jennifer.deguzman@mtvstaff.com, or Melissa Barreto, +1-212-846-7226,
melissa.barreto@mtvstaff.com, or Emily Yeomans, +1-310-752-8074,
emily.yeomans@mtvstaff.com
Web site: http://www.mtv.com/
http://www.vma.mtv.com/
http://www.mtvpress.com/
http://www.telescope.tv/
http://think.mtv.com/Groups/DoGoodGoToTheVMAs
Friday, July 18, 2008
Two Black Beauties: Queen Ebony and Rihanna

Queen Ebony is black and beautiful and she has poise.

Of course, Rihanna is black and beautiful and would you dare to disagree?
Friday, June 06, 2008
AskMen Rates Rihanna A Plus in Sexiness and Success

What I love most about Rihanna is her chocolate complexion!
She is the epitome of the Black Beauty.

SEXINESS
What's not to love about this island beauty? Her face is stunning, her eyes are entrancing and her complexion is exquisite. Her body is voluptuous, and her dance skills demonstrate how flexible and limber she can be. Rihanna was ranked No. 20 on AskMen.com's Top 99 Most Desirable Women of 2007 and No. 8 in 2008. Slender but very trim, Rihanna's youth is reflected in a beauty that is still in that transition phase between girlishness and full-blown femininity. But her caffe latte complexion and pleasing features already lend her an aura of attractiveness, like a young Thandie Newton. The next few years will only see Rihanna's beauty ripen. Is Rihanna sexy? Do you even have to ask?

SUCCESS
Rihanna's sudden and meteoric rise made American Idol hopefuls look like seasoned crooners who had spent a decade on the road before hitting the big time. A native of the island of Barbados, Rihanna lived an average life and barely even dreamed of show business before she was discovered in late 2003.
Despite her total lack of professional singing experience, pretty young Rihanna was snapped up by Def Jam, and had a hit with her single "Pon de Replay" in 2005. She quickly followed this up with the release of her debut album, Music of the Sun. Rihanna wasted no time in putting out a second album, "A Girl Like Me," the following year, and her third album, "Good Girl Gone Bad," took listeners by storm in 2007 with a slew of hit singles including Umbrella and Don't Stop The Music.
Rihanna's instant success wasn't all luck, though. Her talent is undeniable, and her personality is determined yet appreciative. All it took was the perfect mix of circumstances, blended together like a good callaloo (one of Rihanna's favorite Caribbean dishes). How long will Rihanna be riding this wave of hits? If it means we get to keep seeing that beautiful face, then we hope forever.
Rihanna