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T.B Joshua Helped Me Quit Smoking - Actress

Popular Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh has sensationally revealed that the sudden end to her smoking addiction came through the prayers of Pastor T.B. Joshua via his Christian station Emmanuel TV.

Dikeh, who rose to fame after becoming the runner up in the Nigerian reality show, ‘The Next Movie Star’ in 2006, had garnered a controversial reputation in Nollywood for being a heavy smoker. According to Dikeh, she started chain-smoking at the age of 13 and there seemed no signs of the habit waning.

When questioned about her smoking in an interview with Nigeria’s Nation Newspaper early last year, the Rivers State born star said, “If I want to smoke, I handle a stick of cigarette and I smoke it hard. It is my life I can decide to smoke myself to hell. It’s nobody’s business.”

The habit recently led to a serious clash between her and Ghanaian actor Van Vicker when he bitterly complained at her smoking on set, culminating in a heavy exchange of words. When probed in September 2011 about the health implications of her habit, the care-free actress retorted, “My smoking habit doesn’t affect your life in anyway. If I die tomorrow, you’re not going to bury me. My father has the money to bury me. So, why are they talking about it?”

However, there was a sudden twist in the tale in May 2012 when, seemingly out of the blue, Tonto tweeted to her over 80,000 followers on Twitter, ‘I’ve good news for those who wish me well. Its silly good news but ya’ll going to love this. I quit smoking!’ Although the announcement was met with almost unanimous approval from her fans, speculation was rife as to what caused her sudden decision, many doubting whether it would actually last. But in an online article published this week, the sultry actress shed light on the spiritual element to her quitting in an interview with Nigerian entertainment magazine, ‘E24-7’.

“I didn’t quit smoking by myself,” she explained to Biodun Kupoluyi. “I was watching a program on TV with Prophet T.B. Joshua and he was laying hands on people and praying for them. I love to watch his programs on Emmanuel TV. When he was praying, he said, ‘Lay your hands on the TV’ and I just laid my hands that day. I actually needed something else from God, not to quit smoking because I loved smoking! However, after praying I sat back and I think I slept off.”

After a short nap, Tonto awoke and attempted to smoke as usual. However, according to her, something inexplicably supernatural had happened. “When I woke up, I took a stick of cigarette and I felt crazy. I couldn’t even imagine that I took it up to smoke in the first place. It felt like poison!” An addiction of 14 years was ended through a simple prayer on television. Three months down the line, Dikeh has remained clean from smoking.

Judging by online reaction to Tonto’s revelation, it appears her experience is not an isolated one. Many viewers of Joshua’s Emmanuel TV testified to similar experiences, including Lovemore Chibvongodze from United Kingdom who told the official T.B. Joshua Ministries Facebook Page, followed by close to 300,000 people, how his 34 year addiction to smoking and drinking alcohol ended through prayers on Emmanuel TV.

Joshua, who was recently adjudged by Paris-based magazine, ‘The Africa Report’ to be among the 50 most influential Africans, is growing increasingly popular across Africa largely due to the increase in awareness of and intrigue in Emmanuel TV.

Speaking on T.B. Joshua’s positive influence in her life, Tonto said, “I watch him every day, I write to him every time I can, I tweet on him. I think that he is a person that influences my life positively in a lot of ways just through the TV alone… I am following him because I think he is following Jesus. I just love him because he is a man of God and he has specially affected my life and my friends too.”






Source: Ihechukwu Njoku - freelance Nigerian journalist

Usain Bolt Labels Rihanna & Cheryl Cole As 'The Most Beautiful Women In The World'

Usain Bolt     Jamaican athlete Usain Bolt has revealed his celebrity crushes and says Cheryl Cole and Rihanna are "the most beautiful women in the world." Usain, who won gold last night during the 2012 Olympic Men's 100 metre race while also breaking the record for second fastest time, says he is smitten by Girls Aloud singer Cheryl who he would like to take to dinner.   Rihanna & Cheryl "London has some really beautiful women, I can't help but notice them. Cheryl Cole is always in the media and I can see why. She is so beautiful," Usain told the Daily Star. "I think for me it is between her and Rihanna for the most beautiful woman in the world." Speaking before his victory last night, Usain added: "If Cheryl wants to come and watch me in the final I might even take her out for dinner afterwards." Who would turn down the chance to be wined and dined by the world's fastest man in history?

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Abodam Scares Naija Stars

NEWS-ONE can confirm that a number of Nigerian music stars arrived in Ghana last night for Saturday’s ‘Ghana Meets Naija’ show and several more will be arriving to address a pre-event press conference today.
The show brings together musicians and DJs from Ghana and Nigeria on one stage, on one night, to entertain a packed auditorium and the performances have usually been seen as a ‘who-is-who’ contest between the two groups.
Indeed, organizers for the event, Empire Entertainment, have made it official that the DJs’ section would be a straight battle between Ghana and Nigeria and the audience would be the judges.
Saturday’s event would be the second edition of the supposed international music contest and already there is a sharp rivalry among music fans from both countries and a general debate over which performer would out-do the other.
Reports said moments after the visiting stars checked into the Golden Tulip Hotel  last night, this debate sparked among them and though they were confident of out-performing their Ghanaian counterparts, they were not too sure of Ghanaian hiplifer Kwaw Kese aka Abodam of Madtime Entertainment.
Nigeria would be represented by the Undisputed Man Mr. Incredible (M.I.), who is currently receiving great reviews all over the continent and doing great stuff.
Also from Nigeria would be Brymo, whose song ‘Ara’ is doing great in Ghana; he did ‘Oleku’ with Ice Prince and he has a huge fan base here.
A new kid on the block, Davido, is also from Nigeria, just as the sexy, saucy Tiwa Savage, who is a club banger known for a lot of songs.
On the Ghanaian  list are heavyweights like R2Bees, Kwaw Kesse, Kakkie, Guru, 4×4, Tiffany, Chemphe and several artistes  who have opted to rock the stage for free just to make sure the Ghanaian squad outperformed their  Nigerian counterparts.
The challenge, according to Empire Entertainment, would be whether they would have enough time for all the performances.
They have therefore decided to start the show early and are actually considering doing an all-night-long affair.
It is not surprising that Kwaw Kesse has become an issue among the Nigerians.
Reports said he has actually charged a $10, 000 performance fee just for the night and is currently rehearsing for the performance of his life.
Last Saturday night, Empire Entertainment took delivery of a number of top-of-the range luxury automobiles brought into the country, just for the concert on the 30^th of June, by highly reputed luxury automobile company, Euro Tour.
The company is partnering with Empire Entertainment to give all artistes on the bill an experience of a lifetime.
The high-end cars, mostly black, include the Rolls Royce Ghost model, Bentleys, and Maserratis.
The cars are to be used in transporting all performing artistes, both local and international, days to the event.
All artistes will therefore be chauffeured to the venue instead of going through the stress of having to drive their own cars.
Another introduction would be the artiste lounge, which would replace the regular backstage set up known for Ghanaian concerts.
Performing artistes will therefore be feted in grand style before and after their performances on the night.
This is aimed at ensuring that artistes from both countries are comfortable and well catered for to energize them to give off their very best performances on the night, as well as break certain norms in the event business.
Meanwhile, tickets for the June 30 event are selling hot at GH¢70 regular and GH¢150 VIP at Koala, Silverbird lifestyle store, Frankies (Osu and Accra mall), MTN Stores (Osu and Accra Mall), RLG Store (Osu), Joy FM front desk, Airport Shell, Baatsona Total, Community 11 Shell, Jane Ann supermarket and Empire Entertainment head office at Laterbiokorshie.
source:newsone

Edem writes to his fans

 
Dear Fans, A few years ago, I had a dream. A few years ago, while at Bishop Herman School, I dreamt I will be one of the greatest musicians from Africa. Right after school, fate and hard work got me into music.

I just sang what my heart felt, and you, received me with open arms and embraced me. You welcomed me and have helped me to remain grounded.
From Bougez, through to Bra Fremi, Nyornuviade, Too Much, Legacy, Kate, Ghetto Arise, Warrior for Peace, Not on my Level and Over Again, you have showed me a love and support so true.
Granted, there have been some downfalls along the line, situations which could have been avoided and others which just had to happen to strengthen me and to show your support for me as unrelenting.
We all thirst for victory but without trials, we cannot be victorious. I know I let you down on some occasions. I am sorry. I really am. As much as I can, and with God as my Help, I hope to grow more sensible from each mistake and bad experience.
There are a number of people too who do not like me. Well maybe they do but they do not want to accept it. They spend time on my Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/edemonline) wall and on twitter (www.twitter.com/iamedem} saying all sorts of things against me. Sometimes I ignore, but am human, and some do get to me. I’m comforted with the fact that I cannot please everybody.
However all such people should know that I appreciate their sharp edged tongues because they keep me on my toes and their negativity fuels my drive.
The future is what we all hope for. We are not guaranteed of it yet we need to plan for it. I am humbled by your love and your support. I hope to reach higher levels and while am still working hard, I finally want to encourage you all to reach for your goals as well. Once again, thank you for your support.
GOGET’EM! !!!!!!!!!
Regards, and love always,
Edem.

Omoni Oboli Is Nollywood Best Public Relations Actresses

According to Nollywood reports, Omoni Oboli is the only actress with the most excellent public relations in Nollywood.
Nigeriafilms.com reported that Omoni Oboli had been rated the Nollywood actress with the best public relations and her husband Nnamdi was said to be the secret behind her superb public relations.
They have been married for 12 years and still waxing stronger as one of the most solid celebrity couples in Nollywood.
She has also acknowledged the exemplary role of her husband in her successful professional life.
Public relations is not well appreciated in Nigeria, because many Nigerians do not appreciate the importance, relevance and significance of public relations in both private and public sectors.
That is why Nigeria has a very terrible image on the international scene, and Nigerians are being labeled as fraudsters and drug peddlers in the international community when only very few Nigerians are engaged in these crimes. Unfortunately, the appropriate public officials in government and corporate affairs managers in private companies have not performed up to the expectations of the best practices of public relations.
Nigerian corporate affairs managers don’t even know how to reply important emails or letters and their companies end up with bad public relations as can be seen in the common misunderstandings between them and their respective customers/clients in their host communities.
Most of these corporate affairs managers or public relations officers forget that they are the public image of their companies.
Many of them even lack basic company manners when compared to their foreign counterparts or peers.
Therefore, it is really imperative to emphasize the urgency of this matter in our private and public lives and in particular where public relations would be of immense benefit to Nigeria and Nigerians locally and internationally, such as in Nollywood, the most popular Nigerian brand in the world which is seen as the mirror of Nigeria and Nigerians in the global village.
source:newsone