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Iconway is an African consumer internet company with interests in mobile, media, commerce and advertising platforms.

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Job Title: Staff Writer

Location: Lagos

Job Description
Iconway Media is looking for creative writers who are passionate about creating and reporting stories that people love to share, recommend and talk about on the internet.

Responsibilities
Write, edit, and produce posts on our news & entertainment websites.
Create stuff that people like to share.
Generate ideas for new features and post types.

Requirements
News junkie. You love to know whats current.
The ability to understand people and what they like to read.
Be creative, engaging with a great sense of humour.
Competitive drive - you love to win.
Social media savvy and proven ability to get viral traffic.

Minimum Qualification
OND (Mass comm only), B.Sc/HND.

Application Closing Date
30th September, 2015.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV's to: info@iconwaymedia.com

Rita Dominic does it again! But this time it’s for the DSTV Multichoice Africa welcome dinner in Mauritius last night.

See more photos: http://newspepa.com/photos-rita-slays-hearts-at-the-dstv-multichoice-africa-dinner-in-mauritius-33898

azeeza:
Is she suffering from lateral curverture of the spine?
This her pose na real wa!

Lmao

American singer, Lauryn Hill who is currently in Nigeria was spotted at the White House in EMAB Plaza in Lagos Island (Balogun Market) with her crew to shoot a music video.

See more photos: http://newspepa.com/photos-lauryn-hill-shoots-music-video-at-lagos-island-33650

A couple who tied the knot in Oregon, USA decided to spice things up with a difference, weed

The wedding was that of John Elledge, and bride Whitney Alexander, and instead of the normal free bar and DJ, they decided to have a weed bar. Yes, a weed bar.

Elledge is a professional weed (cannabis) cultivator, so to him it made sense to have the bar and a budtender for the guests. The wedding was held on private property, making it totally legal to have the weed bar.
He spoke to local news outlet KGM and claimed:

We were shocked by how much people loved it. I’m still getting a couple of texts a day from guests who enjoyed the weed tent.

Watch Video: http://newspepa.com/this-couple-had-a-stand-for-smoking-weed-at-their-wedding-31180

Although billionaire celebrities in the entertainment industry are few and far between but it doesn’t mean there are none. And although popular Nollywood celebrities may have grossed billions at the box office it still doesn’t mean they are billionaires.

To be precise, only a few actors or actresses have reached billionaire status, and it wasn’t only from high-paying roles in film or television but other business ventures.

Below are our compilation of Nigerian celebrity billionaires and how they made their money. Enjoy!
1. Don Jazzy
We can’t have a billionaire list and leave Don Jazzy out of it! The Music, mogul has got a net worth of over 7 Billion. Asides earning a lot of money as a music producer and label owner. Don Jazzy rakes in his millions from brand endorsements and producing beats for other artist. With a clientèle of high end musicians, it’s little wonder Don Jazzy tops our list.

Continue: http://newspepa.com/5-nigerian-celebrity-billionaires-and-how-they-made-their-money-33009

Nigerian parents are very smart. They tell lies stories to get their children on the obedience path or to look really good in their eyes.

Children on the other hand are inquisitive and gullible. Perfect recipe right?

Here are some of the common lies Nigerian parents tell their children:

1. If you tell me the truth, I won’t touch you
You tell them and then get the beating of your life.

2. I will buy you a bicycle if you come first in class
When you get that first position they will remind you of everything they bought you since you were born.

3. Lend me money, I will give you back
Any attempt to ask for the money will lead to you hearing the story of your life. Again.

See more: http://newspepa.com/10-of-the-most-common-lies-nigerian-parents-tell-their-children-32876

A Facebook user named Richard Akinnola 11 recently shared this picture he took at a Yenagoa hotel owned by former Nigerian First Lady, Patience Jonathan. Apparently, the portrait of Goodluck Jonathan still remains on the wall.

See Photos: http://newspepa.com/photo-patience-jonathan-refuses-to-use-buharis-portrait-in-yenagoa-hotel-see-for-yourself-30699

From amazing bodies to wild bikinis. These Nigerian celebrities totally rocked their bodies in those bikinis.

1) Chika ike
2) Rita Dominic
3) Annie Idibia
4) Genevieve
5) Tonto Dikeh

See list and photos: http://newspepa.com/10-nigerian-female-celebrities-who-totally-rock-in-a-bikini-30496

President Muhammadu Buhari appointed Alhaji Abba Kyari as his new Chief of Staff on August 27th, 2015. He takes the position from Col. Hameed Ali who has now been appointed as the Comptroller-General of Customs. Below are few things to know about Kyari.

1) He holds a Bachelors and Masters Degrees from the University of Cambridge and the University of Warwick in Law and Sociology.

2) He has worked with the New Nigeria Development Company, New Africa Holdings, African International Bank, United Bank for Africa, Unilever, and Mobil in various capacities over the years.

3) He enlisted into the Nigerian army in 1959 and rose to the ranks of commanding officer.

4) When the Biafran war started in 1966, Abba Kyari assisted Igbo soldiers in escaping from Kaduna, including Major Samuel Ogbemudia, who later became Governor of Mid-West State in September 1967.

Read More: http://newspepa.com/8-things-you-need-to-know-about-buharis-new-chief-of-staff-abba-kyari-30436

President Muhammadu Buhari has warned civil servants to shun corrupt practices or be ready to leave the civil service.

The Permanent Secretary in the office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Alhaji Muhammed Bukar, said President Buhari gave the warning on Thursday in Abuja when he was briefed on the activities of the General Services Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF).

Bukar said Buhari underscored the importance of strict adherence to the rules and laws guiding public service.

“We have received a mandate to work harder. He has given us a very strong warning that change has come and every public servant has to sit up. We will give our best to support the government.

‎“We told him what we have been doing in support of the government’s policies and the presidentpromised to give us the support and the political will to do our job better.’’

Bukar, who led five other permanent secretaries in the SGF Office during the meeting, said they also briefed the president on the Centenary Project.

Read more: http://newspepa.com/shun-corruption-or-be-ready-to-leave-service-buhari-warns-civil-servants-30476

President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the appointments of Engr. Babachir David Lawal as Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Alhaji Abba Kyari as Chief of Staff to the President and Col. Hameed Ibrahim Ali (rtd.) as Comptroller-General Nigerian Customs Service (NCS).

He made three other big appointments. Read more
http://newspepa.com/breaking-buhari-appoints-abba-kyari-as-chief-of-staff-to-the-president-30008

In what is rather shocking, children at one of the Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps in Maiduguri are pictured below being served food with the help of a shovel.

See Photos: http://newspepa.com/photos-shovel-used-to-serve-food-at-idp-camp-in-maiduguri-29737

The Economic and Financial Crimes Com­mission (EFCC) has com­menced a probe of im­mediate past governor of Rivers State, Chibuike Amaechi, based on a peti­tion from a Port Harcourt-based group, The Integrity Group.

The commission will beam its searchlight on some of Amaechi’s projects executed while in office.

Acting on a July 29 peti­tion, the EFCC has already written to the Permanent Secretary of the state’s Min­istry of Finance and the Ac­countant General to furnish it with details on the proj­ects being investigated.

Continue: http://newspepa.com/efcc-probes-amaechi-over-n60bn-sale-proceeds-29633

Abroad, some people maintain a tradition of keeping a bit of their wedding cake for their first anniversary or for the naming of their first child but this Florida couple have taken things a little too far.

Ann and Ken Fredericks have been married for 60 years after they became man and wife in 1955, and according to them, they still keep a part of their wedding cake from their big day.
The dark fruit cake was made by Ann’s grandmother and the aged couple say every once in a while they bring out the cake and take it with a bottle of champagne.
According to the husband, the cake has never spoiled and all it needs is a drop of brandy every so often to keep it moist.

See Photo of cake: http://newspepa.com/photos-this-couple-still-eat-their-wedding-cake-after-60-years-of-marriage-28871

The adventure of the likes of Stephen Keshi, Etim Esin, Daniel Amokachi, Austin Okocha, Nwankwo Kanu and Finidi George overseas changed their fortunes from ordinary amateur footballers struggling with daily existence to professional footballers worth millions of naira. Investments of those who play the round leather game already amounts to billions of naira.

Without further ado, here are the top five biggest Nigerian earners in football:
5) YAKUBU AIYEGBENI
Yak as he is popularly called is still widely regarded as the most successful Nigerian footballer to play in England. His assets include a mansion on Manchester Road, London, a duplex in VGC, 2 massive buildings in Benin city and hotels in Auchi,Edo State. The former Boro man owns a petrol station in Benin City which is run by his brother Momo Aiyegbeni. In his garage back home in Nigeria are a fleet of cars including a Range Rover and a BMW.

4) OBAFEMI MARTINS
He’s been everywhere. The on loan UD Levante of Spain forward has played for top clubs like Inter-Milan of Italy, Newcastle united of England , Birmingham City of England, Vfl Wolfsborg of Germany , Rubin Kazan of Russia and currently Seatle Sounders in the US. Obafemi Martins is the fifth highest paid player in US Major League Soccer for the 2013 season, according to a players’ union release.

He is also the highest ever paid player for Seattle Sounders with an annual basic salary of $1.6million. The 28-year-old striker owns 2 mansions at VGC Lagos worth N500 million, a massive home in Como, Italy valued at N800 Million, and top hotels in Italy. He splashed N400million on his charity foundation not too long ago. He drives a Lamboghini worth N50m,Porsche Gemballa worth N20m, Bmw X6worth N 18M,and a Ferrarri sport car.

See full list: http://newspepa.com/top-five-richest-nigerian-footballers-no-1-is-the-king-of-dribbles-29004

A man in Lagos was so moved by affection that he decided to propose to his girlfriend in a very daring way. He went underwater in a swimming pool at a Lagos hotel and asked his girl to marry him.
This is by far, a very brazen way to pop the big question. The girl apparently said yes.

See more photos: http://newspepa.com/photos-man-proposes-to-girlfriend-underwater-in-a-lagos-hotel-and-it-is-incredible-28894

President Muhammadu Buhari Tuesday accused past governments of encouraging corruption in the oil sector. Buhari said he was disappointed at the way Nigeria’s oil industry had been handled since he left office as a former petroleum minister and as a military Head of State in 1985.

http://newspepa.com/obasanjo-jonathan-others-promoted-corruption-in-the-oil-sector-buhari-28855

Edo State governor Adams Oshiomhole yesterday said that those criticising President Muhammadu Buhari are those who benefitted from the corrupt administration of President Goodluck Jonathan, stressing that nothing will distract Buhari in his fight against corruption

Read more: http://newspepa.com/oshiomhole-pmbs-critics-are-beneficiaries-of-jonathans-corrupt-administration-28835

From a former plantain seller who once lived with a woman older than him in Port-Harcourt to the huge star we know today, this is the story of a great young man that rose beyond all limitations to become the man he is today.

His Early Childhood (Timaya The Brazen Child)
Timaya ran away from home at the age of 14. The stubborn and opinionated child was the last born in a family of 15 children whose father wanted him to become a banker like he was. But obviously, he had other ideas as he grew up loving entertainment and was not ready to compromise his dream for anything else.

Besides wanting freedom, Timaya also wanted to be free from hjis domineering older siblings who wanted to turn him into an errand boy.

Read on: http://stargist.com/cover/the-inspiring-story-of-timaya-his-struggles-and-how-he-rose-to-fame/

Success is even more celebrated when it comes from special people who have been tagged by society as being disabled but have been able to overcome the challenges that comes with their perceived disabilities to achieve enviable feats.

Below is a quick run down of three famous Nigerians who despite their disabilities have been able to accomplish greatness.
1. Cobhams Asuquo :
Cobhams Asuquo is a Nigerian musician, producer and songwriter who branched into music from his professional training as a lawyer.

Although blind, the talented music producer has been able to win awards in his career and is known for producing some of Nigeria’s finest artistes like internationally acclaimed Asa.

Cobhams has won multiple local and international awards for his creative and entrepreneurial contributions to the Nigerian music industry. He was featured on CNN’s African Voices for his contribution and impact on the African music industry.

See List: http://newspepa.com/photos-3-famous-nigerian-celebrities-who-have-succeeded-despite-their-disability-25300

A 9 year old boy wrote an emotional letter to Boko Haram. From the tone of the letter you will know that he wasn’t pleased with the numerous kidnaps, bombings and deaths. If he had his way he will find them and kill them.

See Letter: http://newspepa.com/photo-a-9-year-old-nigerian-boy-wrote-a-warning-letter-to-boko-haram-you-need-to-read-it-25437

Nigerian players are as attractive as they are on the pitch.They spend no small time in looking good and keep fit.

Below is the list Of the top seven sexiest Nigerian footballers.
7. Kalu Uche
With deep piercing eyes and an oval face, Uche has an irresistible figure. The erstwhile Espaynol of France midfielder who currently plays for Al Rayyan SC. He is married to an ex-beauty Queen, Stephanie Oforka and they have a child. He has tasted huge success in football and fashion world.

Read on: http://newspepa.com/photos-top-seven-sexiest-male-footballers-in-nigeria-no-1-has-a-charming-smile-25119

Nigerian players are as attractive as they are on the pitch.They spend no small time in looking good and keep fit.

Below is the list Of the top seven sexiest Nigerian footballers.
7. Kalu Uche
With deep piercing eyes and an oval face, Uche has an irresistible figure. The erstwhile Espaynol of France midfielder who currently plays for Al Rayyan SC. He is married to an ex-beauty Queen, Stephanie Oforka and they have a child. He has tasted huge success in football and fashion world.

Read on: http://newspepa.com/photos-top-seven-sexiest-male-footballers-in-nigeria-no-1-has-a-charming-smile-25119

Having a successful acting career doesn’t seem to be enough in Africa as a woman is expected to be married at a certain age. But these women seem to have defied all odds and are content being single at such age, after all, ‘life they say begins at 40′.

1. Kate Henshaw 43
Known as one of the most popular and talented actress in Nollywood, not much has been said about her relationships but she was once married to Rod Nattal back in 2000 but the two split and she has been single ever since then. Her being single might have stemmed from a statement where she alleged she couldn’t date Nigerian men.

See Full List: http://newspepa.com/photos-7-single-nigerian-female-celebrities-over-40-no-2-will-shock-you-25218

Telephone conversations with Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho and midfielder Cesc Fabregas persuaded Barcelona forward Pedro, 28, to snub long-standing interest from Manchester United and move instead to Stamford Bridge in a deal that will be worth £21.2m.

Read on: http://newspepa.com/football-gossip-column-pedro-muller-mane-de-bruyne-and-benzema-25006

Celebrity kids are gradually breaking into the spotlight especially those who are almost exact replicas of their mum. From Omotola’s daughter Meraiah to Waje’s stunning lady, take a look at Stargist’s celebrity daughters who take after their mum’s beauty: 1. Omotola’s Daughter, Meraiah Meraiah Ekeinde, second daughter of Nollywood actress, Omotola Jalade is fast growing

Read on: http://newspepa.com/photos-nigerian-celebrities-whose-daughters-take-after-their-beauty-24386

These top influential pastors in Nigeria have some unique trademarks that people don’t really notice. These trademarks are majorly their fashion style and their unique hair styles.

Check out their signature styles:

1. Bishop David Oyedepo:
Members of the Living Faith church will agree to this fact that Bishop David Oyedepo loves white suits. He stylishly rocks it with different colours of ties and pocket square.


2. Pastor E.A Adeboye:
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church Of God loves his short-leave suits a lot. They come in different styles and colours.

READ FULL LIST HERE >>> http://newspepa.com/photos-10-most-influential-nigerian-pastors-with-unique-trademarks-you-didnt-notice-24563

1) Obi Nduka Ezeaguna

His Royal Majesty, Obi Nduka Ezeaguna was a mere 20 year old 300 Level Chemical Engineering student of the University of Ibadan when he was crowned by his community’s kingmakers as the Obi of Issele-uku, Delta State. The 21-year-old had to to ascend to the throne after his father, the late Henry Ezeaguna, died in a fatal motor accident leaving him as the heir apparent to the throne. He was installed as the Obi in August 2014.

2) Oba Saheed Elegushi

Oba Saheed Elegushi is the youngest monarch in Lagos State. The 39-year-old Lagos socialite was born to the family of late (Oba) Yekini Adeniyi Elegushi, Elegushi Royal Family of Ikateland in 1976. He holds a Bachelors degree and a Masters degree from the Lagos State University Ojo, as well as a Masters In Public Administration from Manchester University.

Read full list here: http://newspepa.com/photos-the-3-youngest-kings-in-nigeria-no-2-holds-a-stunning-guinness-world-record-24505