‘World’s Ugliest Woman’ Is Now A Motivational Speaker (PHOTOS)

Insults hurt in more ways than imaginable.
When someone says words could never
hurt them they’re usually just hiding
behind the hurt because the reality is that
negative words can cut deeply, causing
depression, low self-esteem and the list
goes on. But one young woman named
Lizzie Velasquez, age 24, used negative
words as inspiration to rise above her
situation.
Lizzie was once labeled as the “World’s
Ugliest Woman” because of a rare
deformity that she shares with only two
other people in the world, a rare syndrome
known as Neonatal Progeroid Syndrome.
It’s a condition that causes one to age faster
and lose fat at an accelerated rate.
Presently, Lizzie only weighs 58 pounds
because she is unable to gain weight. The
syndrome has also caused her to go blind in
her right eye.
But worse than the physical suffering,
Lizzie also has had to face a lot of
negativity. In high school she was a
constant victim of bullying. Lizzie
discovered a YouTube video called “World’s
Ugliest Woman” when she was in high
school that featured her. The video racked
up more than a million views and
comments. Her classmates would hurl very
hurtful words at her and perhaps one of the
most hurtful that Lizzie recalled was when
someone told her ‘put a gun to her head
and kill herself’.
Lizzie didn’t allow the hurtful words to
harm her, in fact, she used it as motivation
to inspire others. Being called the “World’s
Ugliest Woman” she could have easily
hidden herself away from the world. But
Lizzie rose above the situation to become
an author and motivational speaker. Now,
she stands before crowds of people
inspiring and motivating them with her
words.
Lizzie explains, ‘I’ve had a really difficult
life, but that’s OK. I’m going to let my goals
and my success and my accomplishments
define me, not my outer appearance.’
One question that Lizzie always asks her
audiences is ‘What defines you?’
She didn’t allow her outward appearance or
the negative things people said to her to
define her. She went on to become a
positive influence in the world. But, Lizzie
will tell you that it wasn’t easy. People may
think she’s totally resilient, but Lizzie will
tell you it’s difficult because she’s human
and it hurts. But she has found strength to
rise above her situation and author three
books, one of which is “Be Beautiful, Be
You.

Nigerian leader spotted at Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium (PHOTO)

Nigeria’s ex-Vice-President, Atiku Abubakar
today dropped the toga of a politician to join
tens of thousands of others to watch London
team, Arsenal play bitter rivals Fulham FC at
the Emirates Stadium.
Abubakar who joined the social media
network, Twitter recently, was spotted
wearing a Arsenal muffler.
The former VP says he got the ticket as a gift
from his son-in-law in.

Anti-gay law: Nigerian homosexuals plan protest in Abuja

 Under the aegis of ‘The Right Defense’,
Nigerian gays and lesbians are staging a
protest, daring President Goodluck Jonathan
by demonstrating in Abuja.
According to a statement, they are protesting
against the anti-gay law which took effect
on 7 January after the president’s assent.
The anti-gay law has been criticized by a few
western countries describing it as an
infringement on the rights of gays and
lesbians.
PM News reports:
Nigerian gays in a statement they
accompanied with masked pictures of
themselves said they were protesting against
an “undemocratic and unlawful
discrimination” of gays and lesbians and
trans-genders in the country.
The demonstration in Abuja, they said, has
become necessary to condemn what they call
“an increase in threats against fundamental
human rights of certain persons including
LGBT in the country.”
“This is not an ideological protest movement.
It’s about quality of democracy in Nigeria.
This is about people making some very
democratic demands about the government’s
need to respect freedom of assembly and
freedom of association, as it is channelled in
the United Nations universal declaration of
Human Rights,” The Right Defense said.
The group added: “We also challenge the
existence of the Nigeria human rights body,
the National Human Right Commission for
its lack of integrity and principle in the fight
against discrimination and violation of
individual rights.”
The Right Defense said many of its members
have suffered overt discrimination from law
enforcement and judicial authorities,
particularly in their various communities for
being constantly accused of indecent
practices.
They said they often don’t report rights
violations to authorities out of fear of reprisal
or arrest.
The group said many Nigerians have in the
past fled the country due to threats to life and
harassment in their communities.
Those who have fled include Alimi Bisi, Philip
Temidayo Adabayo, Desmond Patric, Nkechi
Ugo, Lara Abiodun Akinniyi, Simeon Demola
Adesanmi, Penu K. Z, the group said.
“The planning for the unviolent rally is to
avert the continuous attacking of the
unarmed citizens and the unlawful and
arbitrary arrest of wanted individuals,” the
group said.
The individuals declared wanted by the
police, the group said, include, Lizzy betty,
Precious Rita, Orilonise Hakeem I, Aniere
Olaniran A., Egwabor Felix, Samuel
Adekunle Segun, Michael Olanrewaju O.,
Olorunmaku Taofeek and so many at large.
In the statement, the Right Defense Group it
commends European Union Countries and
the Canadian Government through its
representatives for standing for urging the
Nigerian government and the National
Assembly to reverse the prohibited same sex
law.
The press released was signed by Olalekan
Olasunkanmi A., L.Ogunhowo Olayinka,
Hunsu Samuel O., Adeola Ogunshola K.

Ronaldo’s physios waiting for new cars he promised them if he won Ballon d’Or

 It’s a hard life being Cristiano Ronaldo’s physio – but it can have its rewards.
The recently crowned FIFA Ballon d’Or has promised Madrid medics a new car after
he won their bestplayer in the world award this week.In a recent interview
with Sportsmail, RealMadrid coach PaulClement revealed how
dedicated Ronaldo would often go for a dawn rub-down when coming back from a
midweek Champions League game.All well and good forRonaldo but not so
clever for the physios ho have to get to workwhen all they really
want to do is get home.
But Ronaldo looks after
his massage team and
has in the past given
new watches and the
latest iPhones as thank
you presents.
The Portuguese
superman is so grateful
for the way they have
helped him avoid injury
in recent seasons that
he told them he would
buy then new cars if he
won the Ballon d’Or.
He is known for being a
man of his word so the
staff are now waiting
anxiously for their new
motors

Archbishop Desmond Tutu forms political party for gays in SA

Archbishop Desmond Tutu has surprised South
Africans by announcing the formation of a gay
political party called the Democratic Religious
Alliance Against Minority Antagonism
(DRAAMA).
The party is set to take part in a general election
later this year.
Last year Tutu outraged Christians when he
declared: “I would refuse to go to a homophobic
heaven…No, I would say sorry, I mean I would
much rather go to hell…I would not worship a
God who is homophobic and that is how deeply I
feel about this.”
The Nobel Peace Prize laureate and South
African archbishop emeritus added that he does
not believe religion provides justification for
homophobia.
His passion on the issue has led him to form the
world’s first gay political party to address an
issue which he feels president Jacob Zuma
“tiptoes” around.
The first and last time we ever heard president
Jacob Zuma addressing issues around anti-
homophobia was when he had to make a public
apology regarding a damaging statement he
made about this minority group.
In a media statement released on Wednesday,
DRAAMA said it is set to be at the forefront of
minority human-rights issues the current ruling
party has dragged its feet in addressing.
According to report: “With gay socialite and
choreographer Somizi Mhlongo being poached
as the party’s spin doctor, South Africans should
brace themselves for a lot of DRAAMA!!!”
Said Mhlongo: “I was pleasantly surprised upon
receiving a call from the honourable Archbishop
Desmond Tutu informing me of his intentions
and his request for my involvement.”
Before his election as South African President
Jacob Zuma was forced to apologise after
offending the gay community.
He was quoted as saying that same-sex
marriages were: “A disgrace to the nation and to
God.”
He also said that when he was a young man, he
would have knocked down any homosexual
person he met.
He later retracted his words and explained: “My
remarks were made in the context of the
traditional way of raising children … I said the
communal upbringing of children in the past
was able to assist parents to notice children with
a different social orientation. I however did not
intend to have this interpreted as a
condemnation of gays and lesbians.”
He also said he respected: “The sterling
contribution of many gay and lesbian
compatriots in the struggle that brought about
our freedom.”

‘I didn’t know I was pregnant’: Nun gives birth in Italy, names baby Francis

A Salvadorean nun who said she had no idea
she was pregnant gave birth in Italy this week
after she felt stomach cramps in her convent
and was rushed to hospital, Italian media
reported on Friday.
The 31-year-old mother and her baby boy,
who weighs 3.5 kilogrammes (nine pounds),
are doing well and other new mothers in Rieti
hospital have begun collecting clothes and
donations for her, the reports said.
“I did not know I was pregnant. I only felt a
stomach pain,” the nun was quoted as saying
at the hospital, the Italian news agency ANSA
reported.
La Repubblica said she gave birth on
Wednesday.
ANSA said the nun had named her baby
Francesco (Francis) — also the pope’s chosen
title and one of the most popular names in
Italy, where St Francis of Assisi is the much-
loved national patron saint.
The hospital could not be reached for
comment.
The nun belongs to the “Little Disciples of
Jesus” convent in Campomoro near Rieti,
which manages an old people’s home and
reports said she would keep the baby.
Her fellow nuns were quoted saying they
were “very surprised”.

John Uche Jesus holidays in Nigeria.

John Uche Jesus is a Nigeria born India fashion designer base in Delhi India. The geologist turned fashion designer is the CEO of the famous Diamond Ark brand making waves in India, Australia, and Malaysia. Diamond Ark has not been launched in Nigeria but it's finding it's way into the country because of the demands from his numerous fans in Nigeria.
Though he planned to stay quietly in Nigeria but fans always identify him anywhere he goes that's why he relocated to Abuja where security is guaranteed but he promised to visit Nnamdi Azikiwe University Fm station and Department of Entrepreneur studies of the university to inspire the fashion students by sharing his success story in far away India with the students.
Diamond Ark is one of the fastest growing brand today, it's known for its classic slim fit suits like Tuxedo, formal suits, indo western suits. Shirts made from best Egyptian cottons and dinner / cocktail / red carpet gowns. Diamond Ark was the official brand of 2013 Mr. India and Mr. Delhi 2013. He has designed costumes for some Bollywood movies. During a chat with Airboh's blog, the celebrity designer confided on us about his plans to launch his brand soonest in Nigeria and also work with Nollywood producer.

Michelle Obama alks aboutt Plastic Surgery

The First Lady of the United States of America
will turn the big 50 on Friday 17th January
2014. And if the reports are true, it is going to be
a grand affair.
President Barack Obama is reportedly
planning a big event, with Beyoncé and Adele
performing at the ceremony.

In an interview with People Magazine,
FLOTUS speaks on the topic. “Women should
have freedom to do whatever they need to do to
feel good about themselves. Right now, I don’t
imagine that I would go that route, but I’ve also
learned to never say never.” she says.
But she advises women to be more health
conscious and take their regular health checkups
including pap smears and mammograms.
On turning 50, Mrs 0 says “I’ve got to keep
figuring out ways to have an impact, whether as
a mother or as a professional or as a mentor to
other kids. At that point in life, whoa, the sky is
the limit.”

“It’s A Shame That Nigeria Cannot Produce A Handkerchief At 100 Years” – Bishop Chukwuma

The Chairman of the Christian Association of
Nigeria, CAN, South East Zone, Rt. Rev. Dr.
Emmanuel Chukwuma has decried the slow
pace of development in Nigeria.
Bishop Chukwuma,
who is also the Anglican Bishop of Enugu
Diocese, was speaking yesterday shortly after a
church service held at the Good Shepard
Cathedral, Enugu, to mark his 60th Birthday.
He expressed regret that 100 years after the
amalgamation of the northern and southern
protectorates, Nigeria was still importing
handkerchiefs.
He also noted that the country was yet to find a
sense of direction at 100 years.
“It is a shame that Nigeria cannot produce a
handkerchief at 100 years. Our leaders need to
be sensible. Anybody above 70 years should
retire and become a consultant”, he said.
The cleric, who expressed appreciation to God
and his followers for his numerous
achievements since he became Bishop, assured
that he would not be discouraged by the current
situation of things in the country.
He advised the nation’s leaders and elders to be
sensible and distance themselves from
corruption as well as to give the young ones
opportunity to serve their father land in order
to avert a serious revolution.
The CAN leader also condemned Tuesday’s car
bombing in Maiduguri, Borno State that led to
the death of many innocent citizens, warning
that Nigeria cannot afford another civil war.
On the recently signed Anti-Gay bill, the cleric
hailed President Goodluck Jonathan for
resisting pressure from western nations, stating
that there is nothing like gay in the Bible.
Bishop Chukwuma, however, urged the
government to ensure the implementation of
the new law, insisting that Gay practice was
dehumanizing.

Here's TB Joshua's Reaction To The New Anti-Gay Law

As news of the controversial law banning same-
sex marriage continues to make headlines
worldwide after it was signed into law by
President Goodluck Jonathan, the renowned
spiritual head of the Synagogue church in Lagos,
Prophet TB Joshua has spoken out on the
contentious issue.
“Judge not, so that you will not be judged,”
Joshua began, citing Matthew 7:1 for Scriptural
backing. “We should talk to people to be saved
and not to die. I mean, we should talk
salvation, not condemnation. The Bible
is my standard .”
Through a new initiative on his ministries
official Facebook page, with almost 900,000
fans, in which the cleric responds to
people’s questions in an interactive session, he
addressed the much debated question on same-
sex marriage.
TB Joshua added: “If my parents were one, I
would not have been given birth to,” he
proceeded poignantly. “ Those that are asking
this question, (note that) if your parents were
one, you would not have been given birth to .
You that are reading me – if your parents were
one, you would not be reading this today. God
bless the reader and the hearer.”
His message is clear; being gay is not something
we should encourage but we should not
condemn any one.

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Check out D’Prince, Davido & Don Jazzy in Behind the Scenes Look at the Video Shoot

Big Brother Season 9 Tagged “All Stars 2″, To Feature Past Housemates

This year would be the 9th season of Big
Brother.
The organizers of the reality show have
announced via the show’s Facebook page that
this year’s edition has been dubbed “All Stars
2″, is scheduled to start on August 10th, 2014
and will feature 28 participants from 14
different countries.
The countries include Angola, Botswana,
Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Namibia,
Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, South Africa,
Uganda, Zambia & Zimbabwe.
The Facebook post reads:
“Rumors have it that 28 housemates from 14
participating countries would participate in this
seasons edition of BBA9 tagged all stars 2.. Two
housemates from each country. The
participating countries are Angola, Botswana,
Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Namibia,
Nigeria, sierraleone, Tanzania, Southafrica,
Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. The
housemates for the season would be picked
from season 6 Amplified -8 The Chase. The
housemates may include; Angola- seydou and
Neyll, Botswana- Eve and Motamma, Ethiopia-
Bimp and Hanni, Ghana- Keitta and Alex,
Kenya- Huddah and Malonza, Malawi- Lomwe
and Natasha, Namibia- Bernandina and Maria,
Nigeria- Chris and Vina, sierra leone- Zainab
and Bassey, South Africa- Lee and Koketso,
Tanzania- Nando and Hilda, Uganda- Denxel
and kyle, Zambia- Tamara and Sulu,
Zimbabwe- hakeem and Maneta”

Congrats to Kaffy and Husband on Their Baby Daughter

"Say hello to my princess Eliana.." This was how
Joseph Ameh, Kaffy the dance queen's
husband,announced the birth of their baby
daughter. The proud dad posted these photos on
his instagram page tagging the one of their older
son with the baby, "Big brother Sean @liljameh
already chilling with his baby sister.." Congrats
to the Ameh family...

Senator Allegedly Attacked By Police In Rivers Moved To London For Further Treatment

In amove reminiscent of the saga involving a member of the Rivers State House of Assembly,Michael Chinda, who was reportedly flown in
an air ambulance to London following injuries
he sustained to the head when his colleague and
House Leader, Chidi Lloyd, pounced on him
using the symbol of authority, the mace, a
serving senator, who was reportedly shot with a
rubber bullet and teargas canisters on Sunday
morning by the Nigerian police in the state, has
also being reportedly flown to London for
further treatment, according to reliable sources.
Magnus Abe,
Chairman of the Senate Committee on
Petroleum (Downstream) and Senator
representing Rivers South East Senatorial
District, was first admitted on Sunday at a
hospital in D line area of Port Harcourt, the
state capital, but was later transferred to
another hospital with better equipment to
handle his situation when policemen disrupting
a peaceful rally organized by the Save Rivers
Movement and opposition members in the
state, allegedly shot at him with teargas and
rubber bullets.
Dr Mackay Anyanwu, who administered first
aid to Senator Abe at Krisany Medical services,
in D line where he was first rushed to, told
newsmen that the senator was treated for
traumatic shock but noted that further
examination revealed that his chest was hit with
an object that might have led to internal
bleeding.
He said: “The patient was brought in a state of a
shock, as evidenced by low blood pressure. He
was restless and he couldn’t communicate or
reason coherently. As a first aid, we treated him
for traumatic shock because the implication of
his state was that there was severe blood
trauma and the amount of layers affected could
not be detected immediately. This can only be
done through haemorrhoid tests”.
Meanwhile, the police in the state have denied
that its men shot the Senator, claiming that
they rather used minimum force to disperse the
rally at the state’s College of Arts and Sciences
because they did not obtain police permit.