Opari! Same sex marriage declared legal in all 50 states of America

The US Supreme Court today June 26th ruled that same-sex marriages must be recognized in all 50 states of the United States of America. Texas will probably appeal.

From The Washington Post

The Supreme Court on Friday delivered a historic victory for gay rights, ruling 5 to 4 that the Constitution requires that same-sex couples be allowed to marry no matter where they live and that states may no longer reserve the right only for heterosexual couples.

People jubilating after the ruling

The court’s action marks the culmination of an unprecedented upheaval in public opinion and the nation’s jurisprudence. Advocates called it the most pressing civil rights issue of modern times, while critics said the courts had sent the country into uncharted territory by changing the traditional definition of marriage.

“Under the Constitution, same-sex couples seek in marriage the same legal treatment as opposite-sex couples, and it would disparage their choices and diminish their personhood to deny them this right,” Justice Anthony Kennedy wrote in the majority opinion.

He was joined in the ruling by the court’s liberal justices Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Stephen G. Breyer, Sonia Sotomayor and Elena Kagan.

All four of the court’s most conservative members — Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. and Justices Antonin Scalia, Clarence Thomas and Samuel A. Alito Jr. — dissented and each wrote a separate opinion, saying the court had usurped a power that belongs to the people.

Mariah Carey says Nick Cannon was a boy, her new BF is a man

Mariah Carey began seeing billionaire businessman James Packer less than two weeks ago and there are already reports that the two are talking marriage. But sources close to the singer tell E! that is absolutely not true.

"They are not talking marriage. That's ridiculous. She's enjoying his company, but she's also trying to remain cautious. This trip is a chance for her to really get to know him. She hasn't 100 percent let him in yet."

"She's having a lot of fun being courted. It's very different than when Nick Cannon was wooing her. To her, Nick was a boy. James is a man."

Liz Benson steps out as the queen in new TV series (photos)

Nollywood acting legend turned evangelist Liz Benson-Ameye pictured on the set of a new TV series called The Palace in which she plays a queen. The series, produced by Divine Touch Productions, also features veteran actor Chiwetalu Agu. It will hit your screens soon. More photos after the cut...

Governor visits Oshodi-Apapa Expressway [PHOTOS]

Ambode visited the area on Thursday, June 25, 2015, to witness the gridlock caused by tanker drivers first-hand.

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  Governor Akinwunmi Ambode visits Oshodi-Apapa Expressway  Twitter 

  Lagos State Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode has paid a visit to the notorious Apapa-Oshodi Expressway.

  Ambode visited the area on Thursday, June 25, 2015, to witness the gridlock caused by tanker drivers first-hand.

  Ambode also promised to create a task force to ensure a free flow of traffic in the area.

   

   

'Lie about having disease, you go to jail!' - South Korean health authorities

The law is designed to curb the MERS outbreak by tightening quarantine restrictions and imposing jail sentences on those who defy anti-infection measures.

 

People infected with MERS in South Korea who lie to state investigators about how they contacted the disease could face possible jail time as the country has passed a new law to this effect.

The law is designed to curb the MERS outbreak by tightening quarantine restrictions and imposing jail sentences on those who defy anti-infection measures.

According to the health ministry, false testimony would entail up two years in prison or 20 million won (about N3.5 million) in fines.

It further said "interviewees will (now) feel compelled to provide honest answers.”

The fine replaces the maximum 2-million-won (about N350,000) fine that could be meted out to anyone who did not tell the truth under previous legislation.

The new law also strengthens officials’ power to restrict the movement of infected people and close contaminated facilities, with offenders who refuse to follow their orders also facing 2 years in prison or a $18,000 fine.

In keeping with the MERS fight, the number of state health workers in charge of preventing outbreaks and tracing them will also be doubled to more than 60.

Furthermore, the country announced a $14 billion stimulus package to boost the economy as the outbreak further dampened the already sagging economy, scaring away tourists and forcing consumers to stay home.

Meanwhile, 2 people were reported dead from the virus today (Friday) - both women, aged 79 and 80, had existing health conditions. This brings the total number of fatalities to 31 people so far.

Also, a doctor at Seoul’s Samsung Medical Center, the hospital where nearly half of all infections have been traced, was also confirmed to have contracted the disease.

A total of 2,931 people in South Korea are currently in isolation, including 759 in hospital and 2,172 at their homes.

Photos: RMD arrives in New York to star in a new movie

This morning, Nollywood legend Richard Mofe Damijo arrived in New York to play a lead role in a cross-over/international film production being produced by Pascal Atuma for Nollywood Producers Guild and African Pictures Inc. and directed by John Uche. The production also stars Annie Idibia, Pascal Atuma and many more. More photos after the cut..

Buhari holds first Jumat prayer inside Aso Rock

President Muhammadu Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari on Friday joined Muslim faithful for the Jumat service inside the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
That was the first time a Jumat service will be held in the premises.
All former Muslim Presidents and Vice Presidents have been taking part in the services at the National Mosque, Abuja.
Since his inauguration on May 29, Buhari had taken part in three Jumat services at the National Mosque.  He was in his hometown, Daura, Katsina State, last Friday.
The Friday prayer was led by the State House Chief Imam, Abdulwaheed Suleiman.
Buhari was joined by aides and other workers in the villa.

Rihanna steps out for a night out in only her bra and denim hotpants

Rihanna stepped out in just her bra and hot-pants as she made her way to a nightclub in LA last night. See more photos after the cut...

See the newest dads of the Nigerian entertainment scene

Within six weeks, four babies have been born to celebrity fathers, from Mavin Records singing sensation Dr. Sid to Nollywood heartthrob IK Ogbonna.

  The new dads in the entertainment biz (Instagram ) t's raining babies in the Nigerian entertainment industry.

Within six weeks, four babies have been born to celebrity fathers, from Mavin Records singing sensation Dr. Sid to Nollywood heartthrob IK Ogbonna.

Below is a list of the latest daddies in town;

Dr. Sid- The 'Surulere' singer gave birth to his daughter on May 16, 2015. His little girl was born in the hospital of stars, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. The Mavin star has been wrapped up in baby duties. He shared a picture of him building his daughter's nursery by himself. On June 4, 2015, he gave us a glimpse of his daughter in an emotional picture featuring his wife Simi Esiri who held their daughter intimately.

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D'Prince - Dr. Sid isn't the only new father in the Mavin household. Pop act D'Prince welcomed a baby boy on June 13, 2015. This delivery caught many by surprise because it was not known that the singer was expecting a child. His son was born in Atlanta, Georgia. Of course D'Prince's Instagram has been littered with pictures of his son Uriel.

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DJ Neptune - The high-profile DJ and lifelong Barcelona fan welcomed his baby girl on June 19, 2015. The former Storm Records/Naeto C was joyous when his wife delivered abroad. "And My blessing has arrived. Thank you God.. Thank you Wifey.... Boys are now MEN. Proud Father.. Proud Husband.. Perfect gift for#FathersDay God I give You all the glory" read his caption on Instagram the day she was born. On June 24, 2015 Neptune shared his first picture with her.

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IK Ogbonna - The following day, June 20, 2015 the beautiful Sonia Morales who is IK Ogbonna's girlfriend gave birth to their son. The couple will be getting married this weekend to seal their union.

Police rescue kidnapped Lebanese men in Bayelsa

Two Lebanese nationals, Sarki Abi Chmouli and Ibrahim Abi Pherem who were kidnapped after gunmen stormed their base in Onuegbum community in Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa on June 24th have been rescued by the police. They were rescued today June 26th. The kidnappers abducted the men after killing their two police escorts.

Photos: President Buhari attends first Jumaat service in Aso Rock

President Buhari today attended his first Jumaat prayer at the Presidential mosque after moving into Aso Rock last Sunday June 21st. Another photo after the cut...

Ex-MBGN shows baby bump in photo with her father

Banner showed off her baby bump as she stood beside her father.

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  Anna Banner and her father  Instagram

    

  Former beauty queen Anna Banner shared a picture of herself with her father yesterday in celebration of Father's Day.

  Banner showed off her baby bump as she stood beside her father.

  "Malachi 4:6

  He shall turn the heart of the fathers to the children, and the heart of the children to their fathers.

  To my lover, friend, and father!

  Happy Father's Day my lover!❤️

  Happy Father's Day to all the amazing fathers n future fathers out there. God bless you all. Amen" read the caption of the picture.

  Anna Banner is pregnant for Flavour's child and is expected to give birth anytime soon.