#5: International Celebrities You Did Not Know Are Nigerians

UZOMAKA NWANEKA ADUBA {Hollywood Actress}

Hollywood actress, Uzo Aduba is born to a Nigerian parents. She is popular for her role in the hit series ‘Orange Is The New Black’. Recently, in August 2014, Uzo Aduba won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series in Los Angeles.

  

#6: International Celebrities You Did Not Know Are Nigerians

LEMAR OBIKA {English R & B Singer}

English R&B singer and song-writer, Lemar Obika, born 4 April 1978 to Nigerian parents of Enugu State. The award winning Lemar, although much hasn’t been heard of him of recent released hit songs like Time to Grow, If There’s Any Justice”. He rose to fame following his position in the third place on the first series of British talent show Fame Academy.

  

FASTEST GROWING ARTIST: Sean Tizzle set to release hot new singles 'Mama Eh' & 'International Badman'

It’s with great delight that we inform you that Difference Entertainment signee Sean Tizzle, is set to release his much anticipated singles titled “Mama Eh” and “International Badman” dropping July 5th. No doubt these two singles will take the continent by storm as Sean Tizzle doesn’t seem to be stopping until he scores a ‘heading to the Grammy’ sized hit.

Man U defender Rio Ferdinand retires from international football

After 16 years of playing for England, Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand, has announced his retirement from International football to concentrate on his club career. Ferdinand started playing for England in 1997. The footballer explained why he quit England in a statement released today:

'After a great deal of thought, I have decided the time is right for me to retire from international football. At the age of 34, I feel it is right for me to stand aside and let the younger players come through, which allows me to concentrate on my club career.

'The team looks in great shape and there is an influx of young, talented players coming through the ranks which bodes well for the future.

'I regard it as a great honour and a privilege to have represented my country at every level from Under 17s upwards. I have always been very proud to play for England. I would like to wish Roy and the team all the best for future tournaments.


'A big thank you to all the fans, managers, coaching staff and players that I have worked alongside - the journey has been incredible.'

BET Awards 2013: 2face & Ice Prince nominated for Best International Act: Africa

BET Awards just released their 2013 nominees list. 2face Idibia and Ice Prince were nominated in the Best International Act: Africa category. The two Nigerian music stars were nominated alongside R2bees from Ghana, Radio and Weasel from Uganda, Donald from South Africa, and Toya Delazy from South Africa. The award will hold 30th June. See the full nominees list HERE

Oh, FYI, Drake leads this year's awards with 12 nominations.

Miss Nigeria: Calling International Applicants

Are you a Nigerian based aboard? Would you like the chance to part-take in one of the most prestigious pageants held in Nigeria? If you answered YES to the above, then send a two minute video clip of yourself with your name, age, occupation, brief background and tell us why you want to be the next Miss Nigeria. Once completed upload your video to YouTube and send the link to contact@missnigeria.org.ng, deadline for international applicants is 30th March 2013.  For example, check out this awesome video by a recent applicant. (please note this is for applicate who live outside of Nigeria ONLY)".