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Eighty-six new cases of #COVID19 reportes in Nigeria

Eighty-six new cases of #COVID19 have been reported; 70 in Lagos 7 in FCT 3 in Katsina 3 in Akwa Ibom 1 in Jigawa 1 in Bauchi 1 in Borno As at 11:50 pm 19th April there are 627 confirmed cases of #COVID19 reported in Nigeria. Discharged: 170 Deaths: 21

Adele To Pay Ex-Husband Half Of Her £140 Million Fortune To Finalise Divorce

        Adele is paying ex-husband Simon Konecki half Of Her £140 Million Fortune but   will be kept secret, according to reports.    The Sun claims that the singer’s request to keep details of the split out of the public eye was granted by a court in Los Angeles, California.    The paper reports that Adele, 31, and Konecki, 45, have agreed to share custody of their seven-year-old son Angelo, but any details regarding “financial, sales or other confidential business information” will not be made public.     A source told the publication that the former couple are “both committed to keeping the details as private as possible for the sake of their son” and are “trying to work out their issues.     The Someone Like You singer confirmed her split from Konecki in April 2019, when her representatives released a statement announcing that the pair are “committed to raising their son together lovingly,” adding: “As always they ask for privacy.”

Adele Expecting First Child With Boyfriend Simon Konecki

Adele and simon         British singer Adele has announced she is pregnant and expecting her first baby with boyfriend Simon konecki . "Im delighted to announce that Simon and I are expecting our first child together,""I wanted you to hear the news direct from me, obviously we’re over the moon and very excited but please respect our privacy at this precious time. Yours always, Adele xx." The singer announced on her website moments ago.    Adele met her  36-year-old boyfriend last summer . Simon Konecki  is a   former financier and the co-founder of  U.K.bottled water   company, Life Water.

Adele's '21' Conquers Three Debut Albums To Regain No 1. On BillBoard

     British singer Adele regained her place at the top of the Billboard 200 album chart for the 24th time on Wednesday with her Grammy-winning album "21," holding off new entries from Alan Jackson, The Beach Boys and Neil Young.       Adele's "21" sold 75,000 copies according to Nielsen SoundScan figures in its 68th week on the chartbuoyed by NBC's special "Adele Live in London," which aired on June 3.         The "Someone Like You" singer beat out debuts from three veterans of the music industry.Country crooner Alan Jackson debuted at No. 2 with his latest studio album "Thirty Miles West," selling 73,000 copies.       The Beach Boys made their highest debut since 1974, as their 29th studio album "That's Why God Made The Radio" entered at No. 3, selling 61,000 copies in its first week of release and kicking off the band's 50th anniversary celebration.      Canadian singer-songwriter Neil Young

Adele and Leona Lewis To Open 2012 Olympic Games

    British pop stars Adele and Leona Lewis have been named the opening acts for  the 2012 London Olympic games . In a statement released by james Macleod , the head of the olympic committee ,he stated that both singers will sing two select songs each and will come together to sing a duet ,which will become an official anthem. James macleod press release Adele and Leona Lewis are two of the most recognised living female artists in the world of music today. All there records are sold on the basis of one Key Element their voice. They have already represented the United Kingdom throughout the globe with their respective hit singles and albums, along with their touring abilities. It is the Olympic Committee’s duty to bring the best live performances for the opening show, and these two incredibly gifted and talented individuals will bring an essence of class and serenity to the show. They are both from working class backgrounds and have worked their way up in the industry. Opening

Adele Wins 12 BillBoard Music Awards :Full Winners List

Adele wins 12 BillBoard Awards     British singer   Adele was the biggest winner at 2012 Billboard Music Awards that took place May 20,2012 in Las Vegas ,taking home twelve trophies off the strength of her Grammy-winning album  21  and singles such as the chart-topping "Rolling in the Deep."     LMFAO were the second top winners, grabbing six honors, with their "Party Rock Anthem" garnering five nods. Coldplay and Lil Wayne received four awards each, while Casting Crowns, Jason Aldean and Lady Gaga each nabbed two awards.      Justin Bieber took home "Top Social Artist" honors, Taylor Swift grabbed "Woman of the Year," and Whitney Houston received the Millenium Award and Stevie Wonder was honored with the Billboard Icon Award.  The Full winners List  ARTIST AWARDS Top Artist: Adele Top New Artist : Wiz Khalifa Top Male Artist: Lil Wayne Top Female Artist: Adele Top Duo/Group: LMFAO Top Billboard 200 Artist:  Adele Top Hot 100 Artist

Usher,Ceelo Green,Justin Bieber,Linkin Park To Perform At BillBoard Music Awards

      Kelly Clarkson, Usher, Linkin Park and Nelly Furtado have joined the growing list of superstar performers set to dazzle the 2012 Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas, which airs live May 20 on ABC at 8 p.m. ET from the MGM Grand Arena.   Previously announced performers include  Justin Bieber ,  Carrie Underwood ,  LMFAO  and ceelo green.    Adele takes the lead as a finalist in 18 award categories , while LMFAO is a finalist in 17 categories. Rihanna lands in 13 categories this year, after leading the pack with 18 category appearances in 2011. Lady Gaga and Lil Wayne each snagged a spot in 10 categories.

Adele Beats Lady Gaga,Madonna To Be Voted Pop Gay Icon

Adele    British singer Adele has been voted top pop gay icon . The grammy award winner was voted pop artiste of the year by the fans and listeners of a gaydar radio ,a British digital radio station for gay men, lesbians and gay friendly people.      Adele won 55 per cent of the 4,000 votes, while nearest rival Lady Gaga got 19 per cent,followed by madonna,George Micheal,and Will young .  Meryl streep was voted Actor of the year .    GaydarRadio Hero and Heroine Award recognise the people who influence and make a difference to the LGBT community in the UK.

Adele, Rihanna, Lil Wayne Lead 2012 Billboard Music Awards Nominees [Full list]

             Adele ,  LMFAO ,  Rihanna ,  Lady Gaga  and  Lil Wayne  lead the finalists for the 2012 Billboard Music Awards, which will take place at Las Vegas' MGM Grand and be broadcast live Sunday May 20, 8/7c on ABC.      Adele takes the lead as a nominee in 18 award categories, including Top Artist, Top Female Artist and Top Billboard 200 Artist. "Rolling In The Deep," the lead single from her blockbuster sophomore album "21," places the U.K. singer as a contender in seven song categories.   Rihanna has been nominated in 13 categories this year, after leading the pack with 18 category appearances in 2011.      Lady Gaga and Lil Wayne each snagged a spot in 10 categories, and will both compete against Adele, Rihanna and Katy Perry for the prestigious Top Artist prize. And the Top New Artist category features a diverse collection of fresh talent, with Bad Meets Evil, Big Sean, Foster The People, Scotty McCreery and Wiz Khalifa serving as the 2012 finalists.

Adele tops UK music's Young Rich List With £20 million

      British singer Adele has emerged the richest young musician in the Uk with an estimated fortune of  £20m. The list compiled by sunday times shows the richest people in the UK under 30  . Adele was estimated to worth £6m last year but massive sales of her album 21 have helped her gain another £14m in the past 12 months.    Cheryl Cole, Katie Melua and Leona Lewis  are joint second with fortunes of £12 million each, while Joss Stone is fifth with £10 million The top 10 richest UK musicians aged 30: 1. Adele - £20m 2. Cheryl Cole - £12m , Leona Lewis - £12m, Katie Melua - £12m 5. Joss Stone - £10m 6. Charlotte Church - £8m,  Craig David - £8m , Paolo Nutini - £8m 9. Florence Welch - £7m 10. Lily Allen - £6m ,Natasha Bedingfield - £6m , Duffy - £6m

Adele's '21' Seventh On the UK’s All-time Biggest Selling albums chart

Adele wins Brit Awards   The  Official Charts Compan y has revealed  Adele ’s  21  album is currently number seven on the UK’s all-time biggest selling albums chart. The news comes just three weeks after the London-born singer’s 2011 second album overtook sales of  Michael Jackson ’s  Bad .   21  has now sold over 4,142,000 copies in the UK, making it the seventh biggest-selling album of all-time. However, with just 12,000 sales separating  21  from the Number 6 album,  Dire Straits ’ 1985 long player  Brothers In Arms ,  Adele   could easily overtake the British rockers by the end of this week. The biggest selling albums of all-time Top 10 now stands as follows: 1. GREATEST HITS – QUEEN 5,864,000 2. SGT PEPPER'S LONELY HEARTS CLUB BAND – THE BEATLES 5,045,000 3. GOLD: GREATEST HITS – ABBA - 4,992,000  4.(WHAT'S THE STORY) MORNING GLORY? – OASIS 4,520,000 5. THRILLER - MICHAEL JACKSON 4,272,000  6. BROTHERS IN ARMS - DIRE STRAITS 4,154,000 7.21 – ADELE - 4,142,000 

Taylor Swift Tops Billboard's Top 40 money maker in '11 with $36 M

Taylor swift   Taylor swift   is No. 1 again: The singer is the top act on BillBoard's Top 40 Money Makers" list.    Swift earned $36 million in 2011, according to the Billboard list released Friday.U2 was second with $32 million. Kenny chesney , lady gaga , and lil wayne  rounded out the top 5.      Artists' rankings were based on U.S. income sources from tours, albums sales and publishing royalties. Billboard said in a press release that it didn't factor in "sponsorships, merchandise sales or synchronization deals."     Adele was tenth on the list. Though she canceled most of her U.S. tour due to issues with her vocal cords, her album "21" sold more than 5 million units in 2011. Including sales from this year, "21" has sold nearly 8 million copies.      Justin bieber and Kanye west were 35th and 39th with  $5.5M and  $5.4M respectively.

Adele Wins Two Brit Awards,Flip The Bird After Acceptance Speech-[Winners List]

Adele flip the bird after the speech      2012 Brits award took place last Night .British singer-songwriter ,  Adele  picked up more accolades on Tuesday, but her big night at the Brit Awards was capped by controversy.     Adele flipped the bird in frustration after she was cut off during her acceptance speech for the Best Album award.     In accepting the Best Album award, Adele started her speech by saying, "Nothing makes me prouder than coming home with six Grammys and then coming to the Brits to win Album Of The Year. I'm so, so proud to be British and to be flying the British flag and I'm so proud to be in the room with all of you."         It was at that point the host James Corden cut her off, bashfully saying, "I'm so so sorry, and I can't believe I'm going to do this ..."     Adele then calmly said, "You're going to cut me off. Can I just say, then, goodbye and I'll see you next time round?" Then she raised the midd

Adele Tops 54th Annual Grammy Awards Winners -Full Winners List

The host-LL COOL J    The 54th Grammys Awards took place last night . British singer Adele made a comeback and received a standing ovation after performing her hit song Rolling in the deep .      She walked  away with six awards including best pop solo performance,album of the year,record of the year. Adele  has matched  Beyonce  for most Grammy wins in a night by a female act. She yelled at the end of her speech: "Thank you so much!",Other winners include Kanye west for Best rap album and best rap song. Adele with an award 54th Annual Grammy Awards Winners List Album of the Year Adele, 21- Winner The Foo Fighters, Wasting Light Lady Gaga, Born This Way Bruno Mars, Doo-Wops and Hooligans Rihanna, Loud Record of the Year Adele, “Rolling in the Deep”- Winner Bon Iver, “Holocene” Bruno Mars, “Grenade” Mumford & Sons, “The Cave” Katy Perry, “Firework” Song of the Year Kanye West, “All of the Lights” Mumford & Sons, “The Cave” Bruno Mars, “Grenade” Bon Iver, “Holoc