9ICE MARRIES LONG TIME GIRL FRIEND-TONY PAYNE IN LAGOS

Yeah, there is no doubt that he is what Nigeria knows as 'news', ok...it doesn't matter what you think or the 'beef' that some quarters hold against him but Rave of the moment musician and songwriter, Abolore Akande popularly known as 9ice and international make up artist,Toni Oluwaseun Payne (Toni Payne) were legally married in Lagos this morning.
The ceremony took place at the Surulere Registry, Lagos and it was expectantly without the kind of funfair that could have been accorded them because of their celebrity status.Few family members and friends were in attendace.The musician's manager, Oladehinde Fajana and his publicist,Mr.Ayeni Adekunle were some of the few people in attendance.
9ice, the Gongo Aso emperor and friends arrived the Surulere registry in his two cars
(A VW Touareg and Honda) . He was looking gracious & handsome in his black suit and inner waist coat.Toni Payne, the bride of the day sure could not be caught unaware, neither did she disappoint at all. She was also looking elegant and of course very well put together in her white wedding gown.(after all, she is in the business of making people beautiful for such occasions so we did not expect less from her)
The registrar, Mrs.Tola Awoliyi joined the two love birds as husband and wife at exactly 9.30 a.m today 17 July 2008.
An authoritative source close to the couple hinted that Toni Payne arrived from her United States of America base on Monday.She had been away to put one or two things together concerning her clothing and cosmetics line.
The traditional engagement follows the registry and it also took place in Surulere.
Those in the know believe that 9ice couldn't have shut the door of his heart to the lady who turned his life around.The babe was like a pillar to his music career because she contributed a lot to the present level of the 'packaging' 9ice has at present.

LITTLE MR. INDEPENDENCE NIGERIA 2008
THIS IS A PRE RUN TO THE SECOND EDITION OF LITTLE MR. INDEPENDENCE NIGERIA 2008

The “Little Mr. Independence Nigeria 2006” took place at the Presidential Hotel, Enugu, Nigeria on 1st October 2006. Performing in front of the Minister of Arts & Culture as well as many other dignitaries, the 30+ contestants took part in a showcase gala event, which began with the National Anthem, celebrating the 46 years of Independence in Nigeria.
With over 30 contestants taking part from all over the country, the event ran without any problems, the contestants took to center stage under the watchful eye of very meticulous judges showcasing beauty of the various cultural costumes depicting each contestant's heritage, mesmerizing the audience.
Choosing NONSO ILO, the WINNER of the event did not of course come with just a pull of hair from the nostril, it indeed was a competition that had "baring it all to impress", little as these kids were, the competition was fierce, as each child knew what was at stake...Yes, this was two years back...Nonso has held onto the title for full 730 days.

Personally, i have been intimated by the organizers of the show that the second edition of the event is in the pipeline and is to be held this year on October 1st in Lagos.

A special send-off party is being put together for Nonso Ilo on September 28th at Protea Hotels in Enugu, a pre-event activity leading to the handing over of the crown to a new winner come October 1st 2008

According to organizers of this year's event, it promises to be exciting as sponsors have already shown interest to be a part of the event, to still give all a chance to be a part of this epoch making show, the organizers say there is still room for companies who are willing to be a part of the show.

The event is slated for 1st of October in the 'city of excellence'-Lagos at the prestigious Golden Gates Restaurant, Kingsway Road, Ikoyi.

Just keep your eyes on here for further details about the event .