...Feel Betrayed Iyanya Left My Label - Ubi Franklin

Earlier today, News broke that singer, Iyanya, has signed a new record deal with Don Jazzy’s Mavin records.
His former manager/business partner, Ubi Franklin, who spoke exclusively with Linda Ikejis Blog (LIB),on the new record deal, said he couldn’t be happier for Iyanya.

Read his interview below:
Q: News broke this morning that your former partner, Iyanya has signed onto Don Jazzy’s music label, Mavin Records. We would love to know your stance and reaction to this?
I’m happy for Iyanya. The truth is that, if you are happy for somebody, God will be happy with you and you will be happy with yourself. I don’t have anything against him.
This is music business and everything you do – as far your music is right and you are making the music for the world, it doesn’t depend on the label that you are in for all to enjoy it. I’m happy he is where great music comes out from, a label with one of the best music producers in Africa. I’m so happy for him, today is his birthday and I wish him all the best.
Q: Iyanya informed everyone initially that he was going to start up his own label. This has however changed. Do you feel betrayed?
We are all human beings; today Iyanya is 30 by age. As a 30-year-old man, you are able to take any decision on your own, you can change your mind, you can do whatever you want to do. The most important thing is that from what I’ve seen, trust me he is happy. Nobody takes a decision that is going to be bad for him.. I still know he still has his own plans for his Label. But at this point, I know Iyanya is where good music comes from.
Q: So you don’t feel betrayed?
No No! The only way I will feel betrayed is if there was something he owed me and he didn’t give back to me, but there is nothing like that. I’m happy for him.
Q: Do you see any more collaborations between your team and Iyanya in the future?
That’s the funny thing about music, everything is possible. When you see people in music having issues, just leave them, the wheel goes round, if you check my snapchat, I’m always dancing to his music. There might be a future collaboration, I’m open to anything. I’m a business man, there is nothing we are fighting for.

BREAKING ENTERTAINMENT NEWS: Don Jazzy Signs Iyanya Into His Record Label (Mavin Records)

Don Jazzy this morning took to his Instagram Page to announce Triple MG former group member Iyanya joining the Mavin Dynasty Group popular known as Mavin Records owned by Don Jazy. Well let's see what good would come out of their relationship.

Bridge Collapsed On A Busy Road In Italy

One person has been killed and five others injured after a bridge collapsed over a busy road in Italy.

The bridge, in Lecco, fell when a heavy goods vehicle, weighing 108 tonnes, crossed over it around 3.20pm this afternoon.

At least four cars were involved in the crash and one was completely crushed underneath the collapsed bridge.

But the bridge had collapsed before an inspector could get to it.

Lecco officials have denied Anas’s version of events.

A preliminary criminal investigation has now been opened.

StarTimes Pledge To Quality Products and Services

Out of Nigeria’s tens of digital pay-television company, StarTimes a chinese owned company has reiterated its investment commitment towards ensuring quality nationwide signal coverage and innovative offerings both for content bouquets and decoder products.
The company said it was bent on achieving this by developing and deploying technological infrastructure and roll out plans that guarantee very clear digital terrestrial and satellite TV signals to Nigerian TV households. It said the commitment was consistent with its renewed drive to improve digital TV entertainment services and viewing experience for Nigerians and further deepen the penetration and acceptance of digital TV across the nation.
“The company is particularly interested in building and providing quality nationwide signal coverage and innovative offerings, which translate to pleasurable hours of digital television viewing with sharp images and stable signal for subscribers,” said Head of Public Relations at StarTimes, Mr. Israel Bolaji, said. He said: “Since 2010, we have demonstrated this commitment by consistently upping our game in terms of growing our signal strength, quality and nationwide reach.
“In 2010, StarTimes signals covered only four states, today, our signal coverage covers 35 states and extends to over 60 cities, including recent roll outs in some remote areas of Badagry, Epe, Ikorodu and Iyana Iba in Lagos.” He said that StarTimes’ subscribers have, through their consistent patronage, fueled the pay-TV company into going the extra miles for their viewing pleasure. “We are covering the whole nation with improved signals including all states, FCT, historical cities and even rural areas.
Over the years, we have grown the quality of our signal by investing massively in world class facilities and technologies and we are fast spreading the coverage nationwide. With this, we hope to connect every household in Nigeria to our digital TV platform and most desired content offerings, and also prepare the Nigerian masses for digital TV switch over era.

FBNH Reports N 58 bn PBT In Nine Months

FBNH Plc has recorded profit before tax of N57.5 billion for the nine months ended September 30, 2016 as against N59.6 billion posted in 2015. Gross earnings however, increased by 7.0 per cent y-oy to N417.3 billion from N390.0 billion reported a year earlier.
According to a statement from the Group, “The earnings reflect the strong business fundamentals as we keep the revenue momentum amidst a slow business environment.
However, despite the 56.5 per cent y-o-y increase in non-interest income to N131.0 billion, interest income declined by 7.3 per cent y-o-y to N278.6 billion as against N300.4 billion in September 2015.
“Net-interest income improved by 5.2 per cent y-o-y to N202.9 billion from N192.9 billion in 2015, driven by a 38.4 per cent reduction in interest expense on customers’ deposits to N56.7 billion as against N92.0 billion in September 2015.
“This was partly offset by a 7.3 per cent decline in interest income, largely due to a 4.7 per cent y-o-y drop in loans to customers to N193.0 billion from N202.5 billion in September 2015 due to tightening of our risk acceptance criteria, as well as 12.7 per cent y-o-y decrease in interest on investment securities to N74.1 billion from N85.0 billion.

Nigerian pop sensation WizKid has won three awards at the MTV Africa Music Awards Johannesburg 2016 with wins in the prestigious Best Male and Artist of the Year categories, and scoring one extra trophy for his featured performance on Best Collaboration.
The event, which held at the TicketPro Dome in Northgate, Johannesburg, South Africa on Sunday, also saw South African stars Cassper Nyovest and Emtee scoop the honours for Best Live and Best Hip Hop respectively, with Shekhinah and Kyle Deutsch scoring gold in Best Pop/Alternative.
Other deserving winners at the show included Nigerian artist Yemi Alade who walked away with the Best Female trophy. Kenyan Afro-pop band, Sauti Sol lifted the Best Group award, while Patoranking won the Song of the Year category sponsored by Google for his chart-topping hit, “My Woman, My Everything”.
The excitement in the crowd was palpable as world-renowned South African jazz great and Grammy award winner, Hugh Masekela, took to the stage to accept the Legend Award, for his indelible contribution to the music industry.
The Africa Reimagined award, a category honouring individuals reshaping the narrative around Africa, was awarded to youth activists, Vivian Onano and Mary Taedzerwa, for their pro-social activism on the continent.
Hosted by South African media darling Bonang Matheba supported by Nomzamo Mbatha and Yemi Alade, the live telecast on MTV Base and MTV featured awards in 18 categories, presented by famous faces from around the continent, including Minnie Dlamini, Jackie Appiah, Weza, Navy Kenzo, R2Bees, Juliet Ibrahim, Sheeba, Somizi and Sizwe Dhlomo.
Thrilling collaborations from Africa’s foremost artists were the highlight of the show, including Kwesta and Stonebwoy, who performed a high-powered remix of Kwesta’s hit song “Ngud”. Big winner Wizkid thrilled the crowd with rousing support from the world famous Soweto Gospel Choir.
However, the most touching moment of the night was a show-stopping tribute to late “Nkalakatha” of Kwaito, Mandoza, by legends Mdu, Trompies and DJ Cleo.
US Hip Hop star and nominee Future lit up the stage with hits “Wicked”, “Lowlife” and “Commas”, while the trophy for Best International went to Drake.
Commenting after the show, Alex Okosi, Senior Vice President & Managing Director, Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) Africa, said: “Tonight #MTVMAMA2016 brought the continent together, showcasing the amazing creativity and talent that Africa has to offer. This is a night for Africa to be proud of, and we are thrilled that the MAMA has once again delivered a powerful platform to celebrate African achievement.”
FULL LIST OF WINNERS
Artist of the Year: Wizkid (Nigeria)
Best Female: Yemi Alade (Nigeria)
Best Male: Wizkid (Nigeria)
Best Group: Sauti Sol (Kenya)
Best Breakthrough Act: Tekno (Nigeria)
Best Live Act: Cassper Nyovest (South Africa)
Best Hip Hop in association with MTN: Emtee (South Africa)
Song of the Year in partnership with Google: “My Woman, My Everything” Patoranking feat. Wande Coal (Nigeria)
Listener’s Choice: Jah Prayzah (Zimbabwe)
Video of the Year: “Niquer Ma Vie” – Youssoupha (Congo) – Director: Antony Abdelli & Jose Eon
Best Pop & Alternative: Shekhinah & Kyle Deutsch (South Africa)
Best Francophone: Serge Beynaud (Cote d’Ivoire)
Best Lusophone: C4 Pedro (Angola)
Personality of the Year in association with DSTV: Caster Semenya (South Africa)
Legend Award: Hugh Masekela
Best Collaboration in partnership with ABSOLUT: DJ Maphorisa feat. Wizkid & DJ Buckz – “Soweto Baby” (South Africa/Nigeria)
Africa Reimagined: Vivian Onano and Mary Taedzerwa
Best International: Drake (Canada)

Cybercrime: How To Tackle N78bn Yearly Losses, By FG

The Federal Government has listed key measures to be taken in Nigeria by individuals, corporate organisations and the governments to combat the N78 billion annual losses to increasing wave of cybercrime in the country.
The Minister of Communications, Mr. Adebayo Shittu, listed the strategies during a recent national computer science conference on cyber security and the emerging African economies at Igbinedion University, Okada, Edo State.
According to Adebayo, an effective response to cybercrimes requires a robust network security, including appropriate network architecture and software, use of encryption, data protection legislation, information security standards and other tools of threat protection and detection.
Other counter measures are to increase the awareness of information and communication technology (ICT) and cyberspace stakeholders on the need and possible strategies for combating and defeating cybercrime in all its ramifications and reduce the risk of data breaches and financial losses.
He said the country also needed to improve the capacity of relevant ICT and cyberspace stakeholders for the training and support of cyber security officials; share cyber security best practice from across the globe; build the capacity of local law enforcement in cybercrime prevention and cyber security footprint and ensure our curriculum adopt Internet Security education.
Besides, he stressed the need for advanced application development for capacity building and the encouragement of continuous research for development of indigenous security solutions, applications and tools to combat emerging threats in the fifth domain.
“We also need to build different layers of security defence such as installing Anti-virus tools, Firewall, Intrusion Prevention System (IPS), Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Honey Pot, System On Chip (SOC) and many more as well as show effectual strategies for drawing on the strengths of telecommunications in their efforts to tackle cybercrime,” he said.
Adebayo, however, said the Internet and digital technologies are the biggest transformational forces in the world today. “There are over five billion Internet-connected devices globally and in 2015 online commerce contributed over $10 trillion to the global economy,” he said.
According to him, the changing nature of economic and territorial threats have raised global concerns, stressing that the growing role of cyberspace has opened up new threats and new opportunities.
“This country must find ways to confront and overcome these threats if we are to remain functional as a sovereign entity in an increasingly competitive and globalised world,” he said.
He, therefore, disclosed that in the face of rising global insecurity and terrorism, the ministry is ready to partner with agencies to catalyse and develop world-class human and institutional capacity in cyber security.
According to him, the need for other frameworks such as cyber security awareness across business; cooperative arrangements between law enforcement and communication service providers across the nation and a criminal justice system that facilitate the efficient prosecution of cases of cybercrime are very germane.
“As we plan to settle into our duties of protecting our individual or corporate data, we ought to be continuously conscious of the reality of the cyber woes out there. Hence, there can be no better time to emphasise the need for strategic, continuous and innovative plans with respect to protecting our cyber space,” he said.

The FG Is Leaving No Stone Unturned - Minister of Finance Kemi Adeosun

The Minister of Finance, Mrs. Kemi Adeosun, yesterday told the visiting Director, African Department of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Mr. Abebe Aemro Selassie, that the Federal Government was leaving no stone unturned in its bid to make infrastructure development a priority.
Taking the visiting IMF chief through some of the initiatives of the current administration, the Minister in a statement, said the President Muhammadu Buhari administration was doing everything to make Nigeria productive in every aspect.
This, she said, would be achieved by shifting emphasis to the development of infrastructure, which had been neglected by previous administrations. She said with a population of about 180 million people, Nigeria has no choice but to be productive, adding that this can only be achieved through infrastructure.
She recalled : “The allocation for capital projects in 2015 budget was just 10 per cent while the recurrent was 90 per cent which had been the case in the past six to seven years.”
Adeosun gave assurance that the Federal Government was working with the private sector. , and justified Nigeria’s deficit budget, saying there is no problem with running a deficit budget as long as it is done with emphasis on capital project financing.

Earthquake Shakes Central Italy

Two strong earthquakes have hit central Italy, damaging buildings and sending scared residents into the streets.
A 5.5-magnitude quake struck at 1910 local time (1710 GMT) near Visso in Macerata province, officials said.
It was followed two hours later by a 6.1 magnitude tremor in the same area. Several people were hurt, but there were no immediate reports of deaths.
The quakes come two months after a powerful earthquake struck slightly to the south, killing 298 people.
The 6.2 magnitude quake, on 24 August, toppled buildings in Amatrice and villages in the mountainous region around the town, which is just 70km (45 miles) from Visso.
Wednesday’s earthquakes were felt across central Italy, including in the capital, Rome, where buildings shook and doors and windows rattled.
“Tens” of people were reported hurt, but only four people suffered serious injuries, Italy’s civil protection chief Fabrizio Curcio said.
The BBC’s Katya Adler, in Rome, says that emergency services in the affected areas are still assessing the situation.
The second earthquake was considerably stronger than the first and numerous smaller aftershocks have occurred. One witness told Italian TV he saw part of a building collapse in front of him.
The town of Camerino is thought to have been badly damaged, although the full extent of damage will not become apparent until after the darkness lifts on Thursday morning.
One resident told the BBC: “Everyone is leaving Camerino by foot or car to seek safety. Two churches are destroyed and many houses [have] fallen.”
In Campo, near Norcia in the Umbria region, the late 15th century San Salvatore church collapsed. It had been weakened by the earthquake in August.
There are also reports of downed power lines, damage to historic buildings and a landslide on a main road north of Rome.
“It was a very strong earthquake, apocalyptic,” Marco Rinaldi, mayor of Ussita to the east of Visso, told Italy’s Ansa news agency, referring to the second earthquake.
“People are screaming on the street and now we are without lights.”
Schools in the region will remain closed on Thursday, our correspondent reports.
Prime Minister Matteo Renzi is on his way to Rome, local media (in Italian) say.
The first earthquake, 7km south-southwest of Visso, was relatively shallow, at a depth of 9km (nearly six miles).
The second, at 2118 local time, was 2km north-northwest of Visso, at a depth of 10km.
These tremors were linked to the August earthquake, Italian officials said.
“Aftershocks can last for a long time, sometimes for months,” AFP news agency quoted Mario Tozzi of Italy’s National Institute of Geophysics as saying.

If A Woman Touches A Man's Private Part, Cut Her Hand - Says The Bible

Many will however be shocked by some verses of scripture in the Bible that they have not come across before. Here

1. Deuteronomy 25:11
This Bible verse is weird, funny and kind of scary. Deuteronomy 25:11 says:
“When two men are fighting and the wife of one of them intervenes to drag her husband clear of his opponent, if she puts out her hand and catches hold of the man by his privates, you must cut off her hand and show her no mercy.”


2. Psalms 137:9
This Bible verse is confusing and scary at the same time. It says: “Happy is the one who seizes your infants and dashes them against the rocks.”


3. 2 Kings 2: 23 – 24
Elijah was obviously in a bad mood here, no other way to explain it. 2 Kings 2: 23 – 24 says: “And he went up from thence unto Bethel: and as he was going up by the way, there came forth little children out of the city, and mocked him, and said unto him, Go up, thou bald head; go up, thou bald head.
“And he turned back, and looked on them, and cursed them in the name of the Lord. And there came forth two she bears out of the wood, and tare forty and two children of them.”


4. Leviticus 18:22
Homosexuality is spelled out as a sin clearly in this Bible verse: Leviticus 18:22 “You shall not lie with a male as with a woman; it is an abomination.”

5. There was a nudist here, why he was running around remains unclear. Mark 14: 51,52 has this to say: “And a young man followed [Jesus], with nothing but a linen cloth about his body. And they seized him, but he left the linen cloth and ran away naked.” Many believe the naked man was Mark.


6. 1 Peter 2:18
On the matter of slavery, the Bible had these to say, at 1 Peter 2: 18: “Slaves, in reverent fear of God submit yourselves to your masters, not only to those who are good and considerate, but also to those who are harsh.”

7. Jeremiah 19:9
Cannibalism? This Bible verse proclaims some scary things. Jeremiah 19:9 says: “I will make them eat the flesh of their sons and daughters, and they will eat one another’s flesh because their enemies will press the siege so hard against them to destroy them.”

SHOCKING: Knock Before Entering The Mortuary

Chima whose is popularly known as Emeka Ambulance, Okunmi Community, located at the suburbs of Ikom, Central senatorial district, Cross River state, has revealed that morticians have to battle the spiritual in the line of duty.
The mortician said that now and again, people in his line of business go through warfare with occultists and members of some secret societies before their corpses were embalmed in his mortuary.
The mortician must battle the spiritual sometimes.
Vanguard reports that the Arochukwu-born mortician, whose mortuary is located along Ikom-Calabar highway, confessed to NDV that dead bodies, especially those of occultists and members of secret societies “do give us trouble while being embalmed because their bodies have been ‘fortified’ by the devil or some spiritual forces.”
There are forces beyond the human
“In such cases, we have to pet and persuade them by talking to them to allow the chemicals to penetrate their bodies, but if they remain stubborn, we have to employ our own spiritual force and of course, power pass power and we can then embalm them,” he disclosed.
According to him, he learnt the trade in Onitsha General Hospital, Anambra state, and had come to know that some dead bodies were so “powerful” such that they do not allow others to lie close to them and he was always careful when attending to such bodies. Some corpses don’t allow others to lie near them His words:
“Some powerful people do not allow other dead bodies to lie close to them, so in the night, they will remove other bodies near them and dump them far from where they are or they would go to an isolated place and lie there – all dead bodies are not the same, which is why we knock before we enter there.”