Nollywood actress, Uche Ogbodo has revealed the special prayer request she made to God as her friend, Mary Njoku turns a year older today. In a lengthy post on her Instagram page, Uche Ogbodo expressed confidence that God answered all of the prayers she made to Him about Mary Njoku. Describing the celebrant as her sister from another mother, she revealed the prayer request she made on her behalf. Uche disclosed that she didn’t ask for wealth or fame cause Mary had that, rather she asked for God to send her treasures of a far more lasting kind. She stated…
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Funsho Adeoti, the senior wife of Mercy Aigbe’s husband, Kazim Adeoti has commended Funke Akindele for breaking barriers by contesting for election. Kemi Filani reported that Funke Akindele who ran alongside People Democratic Party’s candidate, Olajide Jandor, for Lagos gubernatorial election lost to the incumbent governor, Sanwo-Olu. Following the loss, praises has been ringing for Funke Akindele from her colleagues, fans and supporters. Joining the likes of Ibrahim Chatta and Alesh Sanni to sing her praises, Funsho Adeoti described Funke as a champion among women. Celebrating Funke’s courage and dedication, she noted how champions believe in themselves, even when no one…
Nollywood actress, Iyabo Ojo is currently furious over a post made by MC Oluomo’s aide, Koko Zaria. The American big boy as he is fondly known as had put up a photo collage of Iyabo Ojo, Falz,Mogaji , Mr Macaroni and a hots of others were he blasted them for betraying their tr!be. Recall that during the gubernatorial election in Lagos, Iyabo, Falz and Mr Macaroni were against the reelection of Sanwo-Olu and had campaigned for Gbadebo Rhodes Vigour, a candidate of Labour Party. The NURTW described them as ‘bastards’ for not supporting APC. “Awon Omo ale Yoruba jatijati”, he said…
Set to debut early next month, the streamer’s first African Original movie showcases the gritty side of Isale Eko, Lagos state. Directed and produced by Osiberu, the high-stakes action crime-thriller follows a group of friends who have to navigate their own destiny on the bustling streets. The inspiration for this story came in 2016 while the filmmaker was shooting a scene of Gidi Up season 3 on a rooftop in Isale Eko. With Tobi Bakre as the lead, the cast includes Adesua Etomi-Wellington, Chiké, Chioma Akpotha, Yvonne Jegede, Mr Macaroni, Bimbo Ademoye, Tayo Faniran, Damilola Ogunsi, Eniola Badmus, Iyabo Ojo, Funke Williams, Yhemo…
The deputy governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Lagos State, Funke Akindele, has deleted some posts relating to politics and the PDP from her Instagram page. Checks by our correspondent on Monday showed that the posts visible on her page of 15.7 million followers were mainly that of her movie promotion and other personal posts. Akindele and her principal, Abdul-Azeez Adediran aka Jandor, were defeated by the incumbent governor and All Progressives Congress, APC, candidate, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, in Saturday’s election.
The Oscars awards 2023 is set to go down tonight and Nigerian songstress, Temilade Oyeniyi could make history tonight as the first Nigerian artiste to clinch the coveted gong. The award ceremony is scheduled to take place at the Dolby Theatre, Ovation Hollywood in Los Angeles, US and will be hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, the American comedian and media personality. For Nigerians, the focus will be largely on Tems who recently bagged a Grammy award and became the first female Nigerian artiste to ever do so. Tems was nominated for the 2023 edition of the Oscars in the category of…
Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has called on celebrities and movie producers to put an end to child labour in the entertainment industry. In a recent video she shared on her Instagram page, the actress spoke about the exploitation of young girls and how it can negatively affect their mental and physical wellbeing. Daniel noted that she understands how dangerous the industry is for women, and she was only spared—to a certain level—because of the influence of her mom. In addition to the physical strain, Daniels also highlighted the emotional toll that young women can face. She noted that young guys…
As music in Africa is concerned, Sarkodie has won it all, he has done it all, and he keeps doing it. From releasing his 7th studio album ‘Jamz’ in 2022 which featured a crop of Afrobeats budding superstars to kicking off 2023 with a historic official remix of a Bob Marley classic, Sarkodie remains at the head of Africa’s Hip Hop table. Like many, especially fans outside Ghana, my first interaction with Sarkodie’s music was the energetic dance record ‘U Go Kill Me’ on which he featured EL. The record is a classic that tells a story of the soundscape at the time and over…
Ahead of the Saturday gubernatorial election, famous Nigerian social critic and skit maker, Debo Adebayo, better known as Mr Macaroni, has advised Lagos residents to be wary of those fanning the embers of tribal hatred. Mr Macaroni expressed sadness that some people were sharing inciting contents against tribes. His statement is contained in a post via his verified Twitter handle. He said people should not allow those pursuing their own interests cause hate among Nigerians. “It’s sad to see people sharing inciting contents against tribes. We have been living together in unity. Doing business together and marrying ourselves. “Do not…
On March 4, the singer turned 66, and a surprise party was hosted in his honor. During the party, an attempt at public display of affection between the artist and his wife went sideways, and it has caused a buzz on social media. The Fuji singer’s wife tried to kiss him on the lips, but Kwam 1 refused after many attempts. While many are seeing it as a harmless rejection, others think there’s more to it. A user, Fine_wine wrote; “Its not really abt the lipstick. No real man will turn down his partner like this in public even if her…