HAIRSTYLES IN AFRICAN CULTURE The evidence of Greek writer Lucian (ca. 120–190 AD), the satirist from Samosata in his writing introduces two Greeks, Lycinus and Timolaus, who start a conversation: Lycinus (describing a young Egyptian): "This boy is not merely black; he has thick lips and his legs are too thin . . . his hair worn in a plait behind shows that he is not a freeman." Timolaus: "But that is a sign of really distinguished birth in Egypt, Lycinus, All freeborn children plait their hair until they reach manhood. It is the exact opposite of the custom of our ancestors who thought it seemly for old men to secure their hair with a gold brooch to keep it in place." (Lucian, Navigations , paras 2-3) A recently discovered papyrus from Egypt informs us that Myron the Greek sculptor of the middle 5th century BC. made statues of the athlete Timanthes, victorious at Olympia in 456 BC, and of Lycinus, victorious in 448 and 444 BC. ...
Uti Nwachukwu In Alleged Gay Mess With Alex Ukubo, Caught Pants Down With Alex? Last Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2012 Remember our story in June 2012 where we ask if up and coming actress, Beverly Naya has finally snatched Uti Nwachukwu from Alex Ukubo? The story brought about Beverly being spotted with Uti at the Nollywood Movies Awards (NMA) held in Lagos on June 2, 2012. We reported that it was a big surprise to see Uti with a female and not the regular former Mr Nigeria 2010 first runner-up, Alex Ukubo he is always seen with at most events. Though Nigeriafilms.com has got many reports and tales that Uti is allegedly practising homosexuality with Alex, but since we have not been able to get concrete evidence to prove our story, we have always spared the two handsome guys of the story because we know the enormity of such stories. According to what Global News Magazine reported, his name is Uti Nwachukwu; some call him Ugo Na Chonmma, others refer to him a...
Ailing Actress Ngozi Nwosu To Be Flown To India Ngozi Nwosu Nigerian actress Ngozi Nwosu who is currently bedridden in her Lagos home after being diagnosed with a kidney-related ailment, needs to be flown out of the country urgently for a kidney transplant. After the breaking news of her failing health on Friday, there have been reactions from concerned citizens, including a Germany based Rotary Club that showed interest in paying her medical bills in the European country. Some of her colleagues including Amaka Igwe, Biodun Aleja and Emma Oguguah, are already raising funds and making preparations to fly her to India for the surgery. Ace film director, Biodun Aleja confirmed to Nollywood Reel that the actress is currently bedridden and that they are making efforts to make sure she gets back on her feet. “We gave her some money yesterday to support the tests she is undergoing, and we will very likely take her to India very soon; that is why we are trying to raise funds...
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