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Scorned woman, Mercy Ogbedo ordered to pay her billionaire ex Moses Taiga the sum of £100k

Photo:Mercy Ogbedo at court. Right, his third wife Yinka

Mrs Ogbedo, 45, of Finchley, who went through a lavish wedding to Nigerian shipping magnate Moses Taiga in 2002 and has two children by him, says it was only later that she discovered her husband already had a wife from Benin.

For more than a 10 years she has petitioned UK divorce courts for financial support from Moses Taiga. But instead, a judge ruled that, despite her being “of limited means”, she would not be awarded any maintenance from Mr Taiga and she was ordered to pay an estimated £100,000 towards his legal bills.

Challenging that court ruling, her barrister Timothy Scott, QC, said the lavish 2002 ceremony “duped” her into thinking she was a lawfully wedded wife. He said that soon after her wedding she found that in 1974 Mr Taiga wed at an Anglican church in neighbouring Benin. “She ought to be permitted to apply for financial relief in Eng- land by virtue of that ceremony,” he said.

Mr Scott added that although more than one wife is permitted in Nigeria, Mr Taiga’s 1974 church wedding invalidated the 2002 marriage. However, a Nigerian court found the 2002 ceremony was not just invalid but a “non-marriage”.
The Appeal Court refused to overturn the judgment but she was granted permission to appeal against the legal costs bill.
Mr Taiga has ended his 1974 marriage and has wedded a third woman, Yinka with whom he has quadruplets.

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Is NeNe Leakes quitting the RHOA show?

NeNe Leakes recently posted a message on Twitter that appeared to hint she is considering quitting the Real Housewives of Atlanta show.
“Growth is a beautiful thing! Know when to get off a sinking ship,” NeNe said in the post.




She will be making her Broadway debut in November as the wicked stepmother in Cinderella. Leakes had previously hinted she’d be leaving the show during an appearance on The Arsenio Hall Show in April. She claimed the constant drama on the show was overwhelming adding that she actually considers leaving the show at the end of “every season.”

South Africa's football captain and goalkeeper Senzo shot dead

Senzo Meyiwa played for the national team and Orlando Pirates

South Africa's football captain and goalkeeper Senzo Meyiwa has died after being shot at Meyiwa's girlfriend's house in Vosloorus, south of Johannesburg.

The 27-year-old played for Orlando Pirates and also in South Africa's last four Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.

On Saturday, he played for his club when they progressed to the semi-finals of the South African League Cup.

According to a statement by the South African Police Service, Meyiwa had been declared dead on arrival at the hospital.

More details to emerge....


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Rebecca Ferguson gives birth to baby girl, Arabella

 

X Factor star Rebecca Ferguson took to twitter yesterday to announce the arrival of her baby girl , Arabella.
The 28 year-old singer has been with her current boyfriend for over a year, but already has two children from a previous relationship.

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Super rich Africans spending almost £4million on London properties every WEEK

According to reports, super rich African buyers are spending almost £4million on London properties every week, buying exclusive investments in the UK, with more than £600million spent in the capital in the past three years.

 Increased terrorism and the outbreak of Ebola is said to be the major reasons behind the dramatic influx of African money to London.

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They favour the likes of One Hyde Park

 

 

Folorunsho Alakija, a billionaire oil tycoon, fashion designer and philanthropist from Lagos, is one of the big investors in the London market

 

 

The wealthy buyers are typically spending between £15million and £25million on each home

 

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Beauchamp Estates, which sells some of London's most expensive homes, said properties such as the one above are those favoured


The likes of Aliko Dangote, a Nigerian business magnate and Africa's wealthiest man with a £16billion fortune and Folorunsho Alakija, a billionaire oil tycoon, fashion designer and philanthropist from Lagos. Folorunsho recently bought four apartments in One Hyde Park, a super-exclusive development in Knightsbridge.

Her British-born nephew Rotimi Alakija, a.k.a. DJ Xclusive, has also invested in London.

 

 

 

African buyers make up five per cent of sales by value in the 'ultra prime' London market

 

 

Beauchamp Estates said the African buyers are coming from six countries - Nigeria, Ghana, Congo, Gabon, Cameroon and Senegal

 

The super-rich are also interested in luxury properties in the 'platinum triangle' which is made up of Mayfair, Belgravia and Knightsbridge


If they are not buying, they are renting luxury homes for up to £15,000-per-week and staying for between six weeks and three months per year.

London's reputation for having a residential property market, which is secure and a stable investment, is one of the main reasons wealthy Africans are buying, according to Beauchamp Estates.

Another reason is historic cultural and community ties.

The third reason is education, with King's School Canterbury, Wycombe Abbey, Cheltenham Ladies College, Eton, Harrow and Bradfield are among the favourite private schools for wealthy families from Africa.

Nigeria is a Commonwealth country and there is a community of 70,000 in London. There are a similar number of Ghanaians in the capital.

 

 Kensington Palace Gardens - known as Billionaires' Row (pictured)...another favourite

 

 

 

Around 80 per cent spend between £15million to £25million on a residential property, with ten per cent spending more than £30million

 

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According to the Nigerian embassy, Nigerian nationals spend more than £300million-a-year on tutoring, accommodation, fees and equipment at British schools and universities.



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Nollywood actress Chika Ike shares some hot holiday photos

Nollywood actress Chika Ike took to social media to share some of her Dubai holiday photos captioned: ‘Back to land!!! Out of the ocean!!! Helicopter tour.’

Iranian woman hanged for killing alleged rapist

A 26-year-old Iranian woman convicted of murdering a man she accused of trying to rape her as a teenager was hanged today, despite international pleas for her life to be spared.

 

Ms Reyhaneh Jabbari had been sentenced to death in accordance Koranic “qisas” (eye for an eye) law after being found guilty of stabbing dead an older man with a kitchen knife seven years ago.

 

She had pleaded self defence but failed to convince judges in various stages of appeal.

 

Immediately after the execution today, Prosecutor’s office in Tehran issued a statement to reverse broad sympathy for Ms Jabbari:

 

“Jabbari had repeatedly confessed to premeditated murder, then tried to divert the case from its course by inventing the rape charge,” said the statement carried by the state IRNA news agency. “But all her efforts to feign innocence were proven false in various phases of prosecution. Evidence was firm. She had informed a friend through text message of her intention to kill. It was ascertained that she had purchased the murder weapon, a kitchen knife, two days before committing murder.”

Simple home remedies for urinary tract or bladder infection

 

Some causes of urinary tract or bladder infections are:

Diabetes
Multiple sclerosis
Spinal cord injury
Poor hygiene
Douching
Dehydration
Holding back the urine
Heredity
Enlarged prostate or kidney stone

Some symptoms of bladder infections are:

Painful urination
More frequent urination
Sudden urge for urinating
Pain in the bladder
Involuntary passage of urine
Burning sensation while urinating
Appearance of blood in the urine
Strong odour from urine
Fever
Chills
Bloating or discomfort
Feeling of fatigue
A feeling of pressure in the lower abdomen

Home Remedies for Bladder Infection

Below are some effective and natural remedies for bladder infection that are inexpensive, harmless and easy to use at home.

1. Drink Plenty of Water :Water is a great cleansing agent and helps in flushing out the harmful bacteria in the form of diluted urine.

2. Baking Soda : Baking soda is one of the best home remedies for bladder infection pain. Mix a spoonful of baking soda in a glass of water, and drink it. Repeat this remedy daily until the symptoms subside completely.

3. Cranberry Juice : Cranberry juice is an effective home remedy to stop a bladder infection. Cranberry contains enzymes which are beneficial in treating bladder infections.

Note- Avoid intake of cranberry juice if you or any family member of yours has a history of kidney stones, or if you are taking medicines for thinning the blood.

4. Apple Cider Vinegar : Soak in water containing apple cider vinegar. This helps to reduce the burning sensation that is caused while urinating due to a bladder infection.

5. Yoghurt : Eating yoghurt is also beneficial as it contains acidophilus, which helps in curing the bladder infection.

6. Heating Pad : In order to ease out the pain caused by a bladder infection, use a heating pad over the abdominal area.

 

7. Lemon : Mix a teaspoon of lemon juice in 180 ml of boiling water. Drink this solution in order to get relief from the burning sensation as well as the bleeding caused by bladder infection.

 

8. Spinach : Mix equal quantities of fresh spinach juice and coconut water, and drink it in order to relieve bladder infection.

 

9. Radish Leaves : Take out the juice of radish leaves and drink a cup of it every day to get rid of a bladder infection.

 

10. Vitamin C : Increase your intake of vitamin C. Vitamin C helps to boost up the immune system and reduces the growth of bladder infection-causing bacteria.

11. Garlic : Eat raw garlic to fight the infection in the bladder. Garlic is one of the best remedies that help a bladder infection. It is a good anti-bacterial or anti-viral agent.

12. Oregano Oil : Bladder infection can also be treated by oregano oil, which is an excellent anti-bacterial agent.

13. Parsley : Parsley, mullein and marshmallow can be used to treat a bladder inflammation.

 

Preventive Measures to Avoid Bladder Infection

Increase water/fluid intake.
Avoid soft drinks, alcohol, tea and coffee.
Practice hygiene.
Always wipe from front to back after using the toilet.
Urinate after having a sexual intercourse.
Don’t hold back the urine.
Wear cotton panties.
Take showers and avoid using bath tubs.
Avoid douching and use of other feminine products.
Avoid using tampons, instead use sanitary napkins and change it more frequently.

Oscar Pistorius given a five-year sentence

Oscar Pistorius has been given a five-year sentence for killing his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on Valentine’s Day last year.

Pistorius (27) was also given a suspended three-year sentence for a firearms offence.

The judge handed down an immediate prison term saying she believed a non-custodial sentence would “send the wrong message to the community”.

Fashion Designer Oscar de la Renta Dies aged 82

Oscar de la Renta, a renowned American fashion designer died Monday evening at the age of 82, as confirmed by a spokeswoman for his fashion house. He is famous for his glamorous red-carpet gowns and smart suits.

He recently dressed Amal Alamuddin for her wedding to George Clooney.

First lady Michelle Obama recently wore one of his dresses. He has also dressed previous first ladies from Betty Ford to Laura Bush. 

He'll definitely be missed in the fashion industry.

Fashion Designer Oscar de la Renta Dies aged 82

Oscar de la Renta, a renowned American fashion designer died Monday evening at the age of 82, as confirmed by a spokeswoman for his fashion house. He is famous for his glamorous red-carpet gowns and smart suits.

He recently dressed Amal Alamuddin for her wedding to George Clooney.

First lady Michelle Obama recently wore one of his dresses. He has also dressed previous first ladies from Betty Ford to Laura Bush. 

He'll definitely be missed in the fashion industry.

Photos: Naked Russian artist cuts off his EAR in public

 Petr Pavlenskiy sits bloodied after cutting off part of his ear

29 year old Petr Pavlenskiy who once nailed his private parts to the ground has shocked passers-by after he stripped himself naked and sat on a wall in Moscow, before pulling out a large knife and slicing off part of his ear.


Police arrived quickly and retrieved the knife before dragging him away.

Pavlenskiy cuts off his ear in public

As well as the ear and testicles stunts, Pavlenskiy has previously sewed up his lip and wrapped himself in barbed wire as part of self-mutilation extreme protests.

So far, the artist has not said what his latest stunt was all about.

He was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Photos and full list of award winners at the 2014 Nollywood Movie Awards

 

See glamorous photos from the 2014 Nollywood Movies Awards (NMA) and full list of winners.




Fathia Balogun




Demi Olubanwo




Kunle Afolayan




Tonto Dikeh




Dakore Akande




Nse Ikpe Etim




OC Ukeje




Michelle Bello




Adesuwa Etomi & Blossom Chukwujekwu




Jamiu Shoyode & Tunde Kelani




Kiki Omeili




Kemi 'Lala' Akindoju & Titilope Sonuga




Alex Ekubo




IK Ogbonna






Keira Hewatch - Lekki Wives




Below is the full list of award winners:


Best Lead Male — Mike Ezuruonye (Unforgivable)


Best Lead Female — Ireti Doyle (Torn)


Best Actor (Supporting Role) — Lucky Ejim (Render To Caesar)


Best Actress (Supporting Role) — Emem Udonquak (Itoro)


Best Actor Indigenous — Afeez Eniola (Alakada)


Best Actress Indigenous — Dayo Amusa (Unforgivable)


Best Movie — A Mile From Home


Best Director — Confusion Na Wa (Kenneth Gyang)


Best Editing — Flower Girl (Kunle Laguda)


Best Diaspora — Onye Ozi


Best Short Movie — Brave


Best Rising Star Male — Tope Tedela (A Mile From Home)


Best Rising Star — Ivie Okujaye (Make A Move)


Best Child Actor — Oyindamola Lapejo – Finding Mercy


Best Indigenous Movie — Onye Ozi


Best Sound Design — Flower Girl (Kayode Nero Ilelabayo)


Best Cinematography — Confusion Na Wa


Best Original Screenplay — Render To Caesar (Michael Odogwu)


Best Costume Design — False The Village Boy I Love (Ogoo Okechi And Doris Kalu)


Best Makeup — Honeymoon Hotel (Madeline Viijeon / Geordi Binstend / Kristy williams)


Best Set Design — Flower Girl (Derick Nwa-Jesus)


Best Soundtrack — Flower Girl (Efya; Best In Me)


NMA Lifetime Achievement Award 2014 — Tunde Kelani


Popular Choice Actor — Odunlde Adekola


Popular Choice Actress — Mercy Johnson


Best TV/Web Series — Tinsel


Top Box Office — Weekend Gateaway


Nollywood Humanitarian Award — Dr Ameyo Stella Adadevoh.