African Hub Naija: December 2015

Thursday, 31 December 2015

Fire outbreak near World's Tallest skyscraper ahead of fireworks display


Burj Khalifa, world tallest skyscraper

There has been a huge fire in a hotel in central Dubai close to the world’s tallest skyscraper, the Burj Khalifa.

Debris could be seen falling off the high-rise building as firefighters arrived at the scene. The cause of the fire outbreak is unknown and it is unclear at this time if there have been any casualties.

This fire outbreak erupted just hours ahead of the highly anticipated New Year’s Eve fireworks display.

APGA's Alex Otti declared winner of Abia governorship election

Alex Otti, candidate of APGA in Abia State

The candidate of the All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA), has been declared winner of the Abia State Gubernatorial election by the Appeal Court.

Alex Otti had taken his case to the appeal court after the petition he filed against the election of Governor Okezie Ikpeazu was thrown out by the election tribunal.

The court ruled on Thursday that the APGA candidate in the election be sworn out while the incumbent governor was asked to vacate office. Okezie Ikpeazu, who ran on the ticket of the People’s Democratic Party, was declared winner in April by the Independent National Electoral Commission.

DJ Cuppy's best 9 photos of 2015

Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola also known as DJ Cuppy showed us her best 9 photos with the most likes of 1million in 2015.

Hollywood power couple celebrates 18years together

Happy wedding anniversary to Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith. The power couple celebrates their 18th year anniversary today. We wish them all the best ahead.

Donald Trump's spokesperson wears real Bullets as necklace on Live TV

Katrina Pierson who is the national spokesperson for the Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump campaign, recently appeared on CNN, was wearing a necklace made of Real bullets. She took to her Twitter to say it's to support local business, and maybe next time may wear a fetus.

Would you rock her neck piece? Trend or trash?

Lovely photo of Tiwa Savage and Teebillz Son

Since the couple released the identity of their sons photo on Christmas Day, we can't seem to get enough of his cuteness. The father just shared a lovely photo of his son.

D'banj gets a new Lamborghini

With few hours left into 2016, Nigerian celebrities are entering into the new year in style. Yesterday Jude Okoye got himself a new Benz.

Today Kay switch, dbanj's brother just congratulated him on getting a new Lamborghini. We all love fast cars. Red is always a winner.

Rat found on Air India plane

Air India's flight to London was forced to return to Mumbai, India, after passengers spotted a rat on board.

The rat was never found, the pilot had to turn around, three hours into the flight, keeping the passengers safety in mind. Passengers were later flown on another aircraft to London. About 200 passengers were on board.

An official of the airline said,"The aircraft suspected of rat infestation would be fumigated and checked before it is returned to service. Maintenance workers would have to make sure that the rat did not damage equipment or chew any wires and the plane is certified to be rodent-free."

Today is Christiano Ronaldo's Mums birthday

Today the 31st of December is Christiano Ronaldo's mums birthday. He took to his Instagram to wish her a happy birthday.

Friend of California shooting suspect indicted on terror related charges

Enrique Marquez Jr., a longtime friend of one of the alleged shooters in the Dec. 2 shooting rampage in San Bernardino, California, was indicted by a federal grand jury on Wednesday. 14 people died on that day after Faroook and his wife Tashfeen Malik opened fire.

The charges include Conspiring with shooter Sayed Farook in 2011 and 2012 to provide material for terrorist and marriage fraud, alsomaking a false statement on immigration documents related to an alleged sham marriage.

Both Enrique Marquez Jr. and Farook are said to be childhood friends.

Photo credit:AP

More arrests made in connection to Brussels attack

The Belgians officials say six more people have been brought in for questioning and seven searches carried out in connection with a suspected plot to stage extremist attacks over the holidays.

The Federal Prosecutor's Office said Thursday the police searches were executed in the morning in various Brussels-area locations. It said a magistrate will decide whether arrest warrants should be issued against six people brought in for questioning.

News credit: independent UK

Ali Baba's January 1st Concert

King of Comedy Ali Baba will be holding his concert tomorrow, at the Eko Hotel Convention Center, by 4pm. Performing along side him is Chigul, Helen Paul, Tejubabyface and many more.

For enquires contact 08033330000

Ghanian Actress Juliet Ibrahim Gives Back

In the spirit of giving back, Actress Juliet Ibrahim, through her foundation, paid the hospital bills of some patients who spent Christmas in the hospital in Accra, Ghana. She was with her work colleague Emmnuel Ikubese, who is a very strong activist on violence. God bless her foundation.

The Baby drama continues, Dele Momodu comes for Davido.

It's been a back and forth battle with Davido and his baby mama Sophie who gave birth over 7 months ago. Dele Momodu comes for Davido and shows how he tries to leave the country with his daughter, without the mum. He also shares messages between Davido and Sophie.

Davido responded too in a post on his Instagram.

The Federal Government of Nigeria declares, January 1 as public holiday

The Federal Government of Nigeria, has declared Friday, January 1, 2016 as public holiday to mark the New Year celebration.

The announcement was in a statement issued by the Minister of Interior, Gen. Abdulrahman Dambazau (retd), on behalf of the Federal Government. He urged all Nigerians to continue to promote the unity of the country in its progress towards building a nation devoid of rancour and bitterness.

Happy new year in advance.

Robin Thicke and Girlfriend on vacation in St. Barths

St. Barths is becoming a popular vacation spot for Hollywood celebrities. Robin Thicke was spotted with his 21-year old model girlfriend, April Love Geary. The model took to her Instagram to post, "Lucky to be in love with with my best friend." Both have been dating for over a year now. April is Thicke's first serious relationship since ex Paula Patton, who he officially divorced on March 17.