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5 Nigeria celebrities you didn't know were former beauty queens

Posted: 05 Mar 2020 01:30 AM PST

Over the last six or seven decades, beauty pageantry has become a path for celebrities into stardom.

From pageant contestants to beauty queens, some of these women evolve into other things and continue to thrive years after giving up their titles.

We have seen some of these beauty queens re-brand themselves from just beauty queens to becoming popular and influential figures.

Here are five female celebrities who were at some point beauty queens.

Ufuoma Mcdermott


Ufuoma Mcdermott stands out in this group because of the amount of beauty pageant crowns she has to her shelf. The Delta state born beauty and noticeably tall actor started her journey towards stardom in 2002 when she started taking part in beauty pageants.

After winning a number of them, she hit the jackpot in 2004 when she contested in the Miss Nigeria beauty pageant where she emerged 1st runner up.

She was crowned Miss Earth Nigeria 2004 and went on to represent Nigeria in Miss Earth World in the same year.

It's no news that after returning to the country from that pageant that Ufuoma decided to join Nollywood.

It is safe to say her sojourn to Nollywood has been one of the most successful shifts for any beauty queen.

She has starred in numerous movies and even gone home with several awards. She is married to Steven McDermott and they are blessed with two beautiful children.

Stephanie Okereke-Linus


While several beauty queens made a shift to other careers after taking part in beauty pageant contests, Stephanie Okereke-Linus started acting as a teenager.

The Imo state born actress took part in the 2002 edition of the Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria where she emerged runner up.

It was no herculean task for the beautiful actress to go back to Nollywood. She became the toast of many producers as everyone wanted her in their movie.

Okereke has starred and directed many projects in Nollywood. She got married to Linus Idahosa in Paris, France, at a private wedding ceremony. The couple is blessed with a son.

Osas Ighodaro


Osas Ighodaro might be one of the youngest on this list but she is one of the biggest celebrities in Nigeria at the moment.

Another thing that makes her stand out on this list is that she won her beauty pageant in the United States of America. She was Miss Black USA in 2010.


The Pennsylvania State University-trained journalist moved back to Nigeria a few years ago to kick start her acting career and there has been no holding back.

Ighodaro has starred in many major movies and TV series (Tinsel).

Her presenting skills are top-notch which earned the co-hosting gig at the 2014 edition of Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards.

She was married to Gbenro Ajibade for about three years before the marriage crashed. They have a child together.

Regina Askia


Unarguably the most beautiful actress to have ever hit the TV screens in Nigeria, Regina Askia was a beauty queen just in case you missed that part of her profile.

While studying at the University of Lagos, she was crowned Miss Unilag.

It didn't end there as she went to content for the 1988 edition of Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria. She came second to Bianca Ojukwu nee Onoh. However, the following year after Bianca resigned, she was crowned the MBGN.

This was just the beginning of greater things ahead for her as she started modelling for different major brands in the early 1990s.

Stardom came calling in 1993 when she starred in the popular TV drama series 'Fortune.'

Askia went on to become one of the biggest actors of her time. She presently resides in the United States of America with her husband and kids.

Munachi Abii


Born in Port Harcourt, Munachi Abii took part in the beauty pageant in 2007 while in her second year at Benson Idahosa University.

It didn't come as a surprise that she won the contest that year. Just like every beauty queen, she ran an NGO for a while but it was apparent that she was passionate about something else.

In no distant time, Abii's music career took off as she successful evolved into a rapper.

She has worked with several music stars in the country including PSquare, J Martins, Waje where she featured in her hit single 'So Inspired.'

She appeared in rapper Suspect's video for 'I No Send You.'

Rema speaks with Manny Norte about his music, his family, his plans and his love life

Posted: 05 Mar 2020 01:00 AM PST

On March 2, 2020, Nigerian singer, Rema appeared on Capital Xtra and spoke extensively with Manny Norte. The conversation was very expansive and detailed that Norte noted that, "You've (Rema has) been on this earth before."

Norte was alluding to the depth of Rema's thoughts and his confidence as a person. During the conversation, Rema told Norte about his music, his family, his plans and his love life. Here are five talking points from the interview;

1) Rema talks about losing his dad and brother

Before Rema finally signed to MAVIN, he had been with the label for about 18 months prior to that. But before that 18 month spell, Rema was a teenager who lost his dad and older brother within a short time of each other and was under pressure to raise money for his mother.


At the age of 17, he went to work on a beach in Ghana and bought his mom a car. Soon after, he made a freestyle to D'Prince's 'Gucci Gang' and he came on MAVIN/Jonzing's radar. Things have not been the same since.

On losing his dad and brother, Rema says, "At some point things got hard and I had to man up.... I had to work hard because I lost my brother and my dad... I had to work hard." During the chat, Rema says hard work got him in shape and that he never goes to the gym. Rema also called his mother a, "great mom."

2) Why Rema makes music for the world


A few days ago, Pulse Nigeria wrote an opinion piece about how MAVIN is positioning Rema for global domination. Musically, he has been experimenting with a lot of sounds and he alluded to it in this interview, "I like to explore. I don't like going into the studio with this sense of giving the people what they expect. I just want to explore my spirituality and sound as a whole.

"I tend to mix a whole bunch of cultures into one sound to make it have an impact in multiple zones across the world... I want to make the whole world dance. I'm not just doing it for Africa, I'm taking Africa along with me and sharing it to the world. Sometimes, people say I don't sound 'Afrobeats,' but it has a taste of afrobeats in word, beat or flow..."

3) Making Dumebi
In March 2019, Rema released 'Dumebi' as part of his self-titled debut EP. The song took off and became a hit. On making the song, Rema described how he was recording in August 2018 when he met producer, Ozedikus. The producer was frustrated by how nobody was picking up the beat that eventually became, 'Dumebi.'

Rema then collected the beat and asked Ozedikus to give him a day with it. Rema took the beat away and recorded on it. That time, he didn't write, but only 'vibed' to the beat via a freestyle and during a session. With limited studio time, he wanted to come back to the incoherent parts the next day to put actual words in.

While he was playing the song for Ozedikus, MAVIN artist and Jonzing Head Honcho, D'Prince walked in and told Rema to leave the song in its original state, with the mumbling. The song was released that way and it became a hit. On the song, Rema says, "In the world, certain things don't make sense till you make them make sense."

4) Getting into India and Latin pop

On songs like 'Bad Commando,' 'Corny' and 'Iron Man,' Rema had very hindu influences. But then, he also made a remix to 'Dumebi' with Becky G who sang her verse in Spanish. His new single, 'Beamer' has obvious dancehall and latin-pop influences.

While speaking on the thought behind a 'Dumebi (Remix)' with Becky G, Rema says, "I wanted more impact in the Latin-pop zone. I saw the rest of the world was rocking with it (Dumebi)... I wanted to get in that zone and I will get in that zone more this year. Even in the Indian zone... some people say I sound Arabian and Indian...

"This Afrobeats, we can take it to every part of the world. It's time to globalize Afrobeats just like Hip-Hop did. It's left for me and my generation..."

Rema also revealed that he was shocked by the reception he received in London, England and Paris, France.

5) Making new singles, 'Beamer' and 'Rainbow'


Rema was in Los Angeles, California when a friend told introduced him to Rvssian - the Jamaican producer whom Rema featured on 'Beamer.' When Rvssian got into the studio and played beats, Rema was confused.

"He's (Rvssian is) a great guy, I was confused because he had some many beats... We made two songs that day, but I made 'Beamer' last. I spent a lot of hours and even Rvssian left, " Rema says.


On making 'Rainbow,' Rema says, "I made 'Why' that day - shout-out to Divvy the producer. 'Why' is a song about heartbreak. It made me really sad that day, so I asked Divvy to give me something upbeat to get excited by. So, I started making something about fast cars, girls and cool kid-stuff. I liked it and D'Prince and I started bumping to it."

During the interview, Rema also says that he doesn't drink or smoke, that he hates posting on social media, that he hates taking selfies and that he would like to get into fashion. Rema says he would rather post his music on social media that a gold chain or precious possession. To him, it's easy to get addicted to likes and comments on social media.

Watch the full interview below;

Ik Ogbonna's ex-wife, Sonia Morales sets Instagram on fire with hot bikini body photos

Posted: 05 Mar 2020 12:30 AM PST

IK Ogbonna's ex-wife, Sonia has shared some of her racy photos on Instagram.

These photos will definitely get all the guys drooling as the Colombian model did show off her curvy body in the photos.

These days photos like this usually come with captions that are opposite or not even fit for the photos but we love them.

"The Source 💥🌊🧜🏽‍♀️ [the last slide comes with a view ]" she wrote.

It's no news that Sonia is one of the hottest female celebrities in town but when she decides to share her photos where she is wearing nothing but a bikini, the Internet is certainly going up in flames.

See photo below;


Sonia Morales and IK Ogbonna were married for three years before the rumours of the cracks in their home began to hit the internet.


The couple welcomed their only child in 2015. The news of their divorce was officially announced by Sonia in 2019.

Frederick Leonard plays Jesus in new movie trailer 'Our Jesus Story'

Posted: 05 Mar 2020 12:00 AM PST

Director, Tchidi Chikere toes the ambitious route in his upcoming film 'Our Jesus Story'. It's a theme that's seldomly explored- a Nigerian account of the trial and death of Jesus Christ.

In the recently released trailer, Frederick Leonard is an afro-haired version of the Christian Messiah who replays the biblical account of his life, suffering and death.

The trailer for the upcoming Thriller also establishes a plot twist of ritual killings and a story of a Christian missionary trying to fight the system. It stars Eucharia Anunuobi, Zack Orji and Sam Dede and is billed to open in cinemas March 27, 2020.

Chikere is one of Nollywood home video industry's most respected filmmakers with best selling films including 'Blood Sisters'(2003), 'Stronger than Pain' (2008), 'Dumebi' (2013) among others.

Producer, Ojiofor Ezeanyaeche on the other hand, is a veteran home video movie producer with credits for major hit movies including 'Oracle' (1998), 'Abuja Connection' (2003), and 'Only Love' (2005).

Watch trailer below;

Femi Fani-Kayode plays his first movie role in “Silent Prejudices”

Posted: 04 Mar 2020 11:30 PM PST

A former minister of aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, has made his Nollywood debut in a new series titled Silent Prejudices (Season 2).

Fani-Kayode stars alongside his ex-beauty queen and actress wife, Precious, in the movie.

The series, which exposes the evils associated with the Osu caste system in the Southeastern part of Nigeria, is currently being shot at various locations in Abuja.

It has the endorsement of the Nigerian Human Rights Commission whose Executive Secretary, Tony Ojukwu, also makes an appearance.


Mr Fani-Kayode is not the only Nigerian politician on the set of the series.

Others include businessman Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, ex-senator Dino Melaye and a former Anambra State governor, Chukwuemeka Ezeife.

Produced by Chris Oge Kalu, the 13-episode series also features the likes of Clems Ohameze, Amaechi Muonago, Monalisa Chinda, Chuks Chyke, Vitalis Ndubuisi, Steve Eboh, Ofiafuluagu Mbaka, and linc Edochie.

In a post on Facebook on Monday, Fani-Kayode, who was on the set of the movie on Saturday, hailed actors and applauded their craft.

"We were on set the whole afternoon and, though grueling, it was a great experience and tremendous fun! Many do not know just how hard actors work and the energy and discipline that goes into their craft.

"Being a thespian is no mean feat. It requires total dedication and focus and, having been through what I experienced on Saturday, my respect for them is boundless."

Also starring in the series is Larry Koldsweat, Obi Idejimba, and T.T. Temple.

Season 1 is already being aired on AIT on Wednesdays at 9.00 pm while Season 2, which Fani-Kayode featured in, will soon be aired.

Nigerians body shame Mayorkun after posting new shirtless picture on Instagram

Posted: 04 Mar 2020 11:00 PM PST

Apparently, not even Mayorkun can post a shirtless photo without having some horrible body shamers going after him.

The DMW singer, Mayorkun, also known as the Mayor of Lagos posted a fun photo of him seemingly on social media with his phone in a studio. Of he had his shirt off and one of his fans on Instagram decided it would be cool to body shame the "Geng" crooner.

The fan that went against him in the comments bodyshamed him for looking too skinny like he is being starved. Some people can be horribly cruel on social media.

Photos: Bolanle Ninalowo presents new house to wife in Lagos

Posted: 04 Mar 2020 10:30 PM PST

Love is a very beautiful and special feeling especially between couples. Many times, couples fall in and out of love but time has proven that most relationships need assurance and validation to remain strong.

Many times, couples give their relationships assurance by making grand gestures of love to impress their partners.

Handsome Nollywood actor, Bolanle Ninalowo, is no doubt a lady's man but it is obvious that his heart belongs to only one woman, his wife.

The fine actor has made it his duty to show love to his wife and he even extends this show of affection to social media.

Just recently, Ninalowo took to social media to reveal that he has gifted his wife a new house located in Lagos state.

The film star had shared photos of the lovely property on social media via his Instagram page and he said he was giving it to his wife.

According to Ninalowo, a property company promised him a house after a year of being their brand ambassador and after nine months, the fulfilled their promise.

Rather than keep the luxury property for himself, Ninalowo presented it to his wife instead. See his post below:


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Davido’s Dad, Adedeji Adeleke and Daughter Sharon Pictured In His New Private Jet

Posted: 04 Mar 2020 10:00 PM PST

Davido's billionaire father, Chief Adedeji Adeleke has got people talking after purchasing a Bombardier Global Express worth over $62m.

Billionaire Adeleke has shut everyone down at the moment as he bosses round in his expensive private jet.

Already we have seen the interior look of the 16 seater jet as singer Davido is flaunting and talking about it

Davido's father Chief Adedeji Adeleke has enjoyed his first flight in the jet with his daughter Sharon.

In a photo that has popped up online, the two could be seen having a nice time together.

See the photo below;

Naira Marley corrects dirty minded people on the meaning they gave his lyrics

Posted: 04 Mar 2020 09:30 PM PST

Nigerian singer, Naira Marley has corrected dirty minded people on the meaning they gave his lyrics.

In his song "Opotoyi", Naira Marley's line "Da kin to da" became one of the most popularly used sentence on the street.

See his chat below;

BBNaija Star Tobi Bakre’s Birthday Message to his Dad is so inspiring

Posted: 04 Mar 2020 09:00 PM PST

Big Brother Naija's Tobi Bakre has penned one of the sweetest messages for his dad as he turns a year older today.

Taking to Instagram, he revealed his dad has always been his role model and praised him for being an achiever despite starting his life as a village beans hawker. Read his birthday tribute below:

Happy Birthday Maxi Me! I know everyone says they have the best dad but hey, me I have the best best dad. Babake, Mayor of Abuja, Oluomo 1 of Ago Iwoye!!! .🙌

I respect and admire him so much. Everything my siblings and I are today are as a result of things we picked from our parents. We haven't even mastered it all but we can see it all working in our favor. This man right here is a father, role model, mentor and more to a whole lot of people. Touched many lives and lives his whole life for the people. Level of discipline, integrity, and how religious a person can be is still unmatched..

Love you too much daddy. As always we continue this journey of ours to keep you proud and happy. From a village beans hawker to where you are now!!! I mean what are the odds. Babake you too try. The boys are forever loyal to your ministry.

Davido and Chioma tie the knot in new music video “1 Milli”

Posted: 04 Mar 2020 01:42 PM PST

Davido has now announced that the official video of his new single '1 Milli' off his AGT (A Good Time) album, is now available for public video on video streaming platforms.

The 27years old singer features his fiancee and mother of his first son, Chioma Avril in the new music video. Chioma dressed as a Calabar bride in her traditional outfit while her superstar award-winning husband to be is all set as the groom ready to pay Chioma's dowry with a million dollars.


Watch the lovebirds in the video which already garnered over 13,000 YouTube views after dropping today.

Burna Boy becomes the first Nigerian to sell out arenas’ in Lyon, Marseille and Paris

Posted: 04 Mar 2020 06:00 AM PST

Burna Boy has revealed that he is the only Nigerian artiste to comfortable sell out and shutdown three mega cities in France. The artiste who was correcting a fan who attempted to praise the musician with some stats, stated that he has sold out Lyon, Marseille and Paris.

The "Dangote" crooner disclosed that he has sold out the arena in Paris with 3000 capacity, the Lyon arena twice, with 2500 and 3500 capacity, respectively as well as Marseille with 3500 capacity.

Identified as @Gabriel62632902, the fan tweeted: "Burna boy becomes the First Nigerian to sell out ARENAS in Paris (x2) 1,600 sold out Lyon (x2) 1,600 sold out Tonight AG sold out (1,085) capacity in Marseille .. Even Many Francophone Artist cant THE ORDAINED GIANT"

Then Burna replied: "Correction. Paris(x2). 3000capacity SOLD OUT. LYON(x2) 2500cap and 3500cap Sold out. And Tonight Marseille 3500cap Sold out."

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Mavin Act Rema: ‘I don’t like girls that talk too much, tweet too much or post on Instagram too much

Posted: 04 Mar 2020 05:30 AM PST

Fast-rising Nigerian singer, Rema, in a recent interview, revealed that he doesn't like girls that talk too much, tweet or post on Instagram too much.

The 'Beamer' crooner said he likes a 'low key' kind of girl who doesn't do too much on social media because he is likely to give the girl some personal information about him which might leak to her friends or followers.

Speaking about how the inspiration behind his Dumebi song and his previous relationships, the Mavin records artiste said whatever relationship he get into, he would love it to last and probably prolong to marriage.

Burna Boy meets Kanye West for the first time

Posted: 04 Mar 2020 05:00 AM PST

The African Giant crossed paths with the legendary rap mogul Kanye West for the first time, and it was an epic moment.

Burna Boy was at the Paris Fashion Week and was visibly excited to meet the controversial rapper. The two music titans shook hands and Burna proceeded to give Kanye a pat on the back.


With these two meeting, many would want to see a musical collaboration soon. Though nothing of the sort could happen, its possibility cannot be ruled out as Burna's popularity is soaring at the moment and Kanye has worked with D'banj in the past.


It was gathered that Burna Boy was in Paris originally for his "African Giant " world tour.

Stephanie Okereke: Marriage is sweet when you marry the right man

Posted: 04 Mar 2020 04:30 AM PST

Nollywood star Stephanie Okereke says marrying the right man makes ones marriage sweet.

In an interview on a show "Punch" opened up on her marriage and childbirth. According to her, it took some years before welcoming her first child because she agreed with her husband to give birth later which he agreed.

She said "marriage has been very good to me and it has been a wonderful experience all the way. I am happy that I am with someone I love and we are both happy to be sharing the rest of our lives with each other. I have no regrets about getting married at the time I did as I believe that God's time is the best".


Stephanie also highlighted her passion for her acting job saying that she loved her job and was glad she identified her gift at an early age. Being a movie producer, she added that she's ready to correct some societal ills of the country through her project.

Regina Daniels dares Peter Okoye says she'll empty Shoprite in 30 seconds

Posted: 04 Mar 2020 04:00 AM PST

Young Nollywood actress, Regina Daniels has dared popular musician, Peter Okoye who is a former member of the defunct music group, P-Square.

In a post on her Instagram handle, Regina Daniels shared a video of Peter Okoye making an advert and giving his fans the opportunity to win some goodies at Shoprite.

Peter Okoye will be giving some selected fan the opportunity to choose anything they want from Shoprite within one minute, and Regina Daniels in her reaction to the video stated that she can empty Shoprite in just 30 seconds.

Sharing the video, she wrote;

"Peter don't try me oh!
"1minute too much' just give me 30seconds I will empty Shoprite! Can you imagine?

"First his closet, now you get a chance to raid Shoprite! Do you have what it takes?

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