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Letter to CBN for immediate arrest of Prophet Odumeje, 'Indaboski'

Posted: 12 May 2020 01:00 AM PDT

Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has urged the Central Bank of Nigeria governor, Godwin Emefiele, to order the arrest of the controversial Onitsha based prophet Chukwuemeka Ohanaemere also known as Odumeje.

HURIWA wants Odumeje arrested for his serial abuses of the Nigerian Naira and other denominations during his public ceremonies in Onitsha.

The National Coordinator Emmanuel Onwubiko and the National Media Affairs Director, Zainab Yusuf on Sunday in a statement said it had resolved to write officially to the Minister of Finance, CBN governor and President Muhammadu Buhari to implore them to defend the naira against global defacing of the naira notes.


"We have watched with disappointments as this self-professed prophet Odumuje kept abusing and defacing the national currency and both the Police and the CBN have failed for many months to stamp their authorities and prosecute these serial abusers of the national currency,"the statement reads.

"We ask the CBN to ensure that that the legal provisions that should have protected the naira notes from abuse which are today being observed more in the breach than in compliance should be reversed.

"It is true as observed recently by a patriotic citizen that quite disappointingly, CBN and the security agencies have had their eyes glue-closed while the nation and its inhabitants suffer from preventable abuses of the national currency.

"Just as we reaffirm and re-echo the fact as stated by an observer that as it were, the law against abuse of naira has been in place for over a decade, yet the CBN is still at the stage of "awareness creation" and "sensitization" of the citizens whereas religious houses are openly celebrating the abuses of the national currency which is a legal tender that ought to be respected by the citizens and everyone in Nigeria."

HURIWA recalled that according to Section 21(3) of CBN Act 2007 "spraying of, dancing or matching on the Naira or any note issued by the Bank (CBN) during social occasions or otherwise howsoever shall constitute abuse and defacing of the Naira or such note and shall be punishable under Sub-section 1 of this section."

This was how Linda Ikeji celebrated mother’s day on Sunday

Posted: 12 May 2020 12:30 AM PDT

Nigerian blogger, Linda Ikeji took to her IG page to share hot cleavage-baring photos of herself in celebration of mother's day.

She took the opportunity to pray against the coronavirus pandemic ravaging the world.


She wrote:

"Post baby bod! 🤩🤩. Happy Mothers Day to all the amazing mothers out there and also to all Mothers-to-be. There's no greater blessing than being called mum… Or like Jayce calls me now, Mama! 💃😍

"May all your heart's desires be met. And dear Lord, please take this Corona away. We all have things to do, places to be, money to make…and I especially have clothes to wear…lol. Thank you God as you answer our prayers. 🙏"
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Have an amazing week ahead! 😘❤"

Davido's Father, Senator Adeleke is proud Dad as Daughter, Adenike Graduates from US University

Posted: 12 May 2020 12:00 AM PDT

Davido's Father, Senator Adeleke is proud Dad as Daughter, Adenike Graduates from US University

Senator Ademola Adeleke has celebrated his daughter, Adenike on social media for her graduation.

In his post on social media to celebrate her, he revealed that she  graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from the School of Nursing and Health Professions.

The senator shared a photo of her on social media with caption;

"Glory be to God! I'm so proud my beautiful daughter 😘 Adenike Marlyn Adeleke graduated today from Oakwood University in Alabama class of 2020," he wrote.


Yul Edochie celebrates Nonso Diobi for housing him as an upcoming actor in Lagos

Posted: 11 May 2020 11:30 PM PDT

Nollywood actor Yul Edocie will forever remain grateful to fellow actor Nonso Diobi for his kind gestures towards him.

A Twitter user @TWEETORACLE had taken to the micro-blogging platform, to share some facts about the top 20 Nollywood actors of all time.

Listing Nonso Diobi as the number 17, @TWEETORACLE said he was the younger version of Ramsey Nouah. According to him, the actor always looked fresh, handsome, and bursting with so much energy.

He noted that the actor was appearing everywhere in those days.


As expected, followers of @TWEETORACLE reacted to his tweets about the actor. They reminisced on his roles in movies and how they miss him.

Quoting the tweet, actor Yul Edochie also had something beautiful to say about his colleague.

Describing him as a great soul, Edochie said that Nonso Diobi housed many upcoming actors in Lagos, including himself. Edochie noted that Diobi never complained.

According to the film star, his colleague was always ready to assist and encourage them. Edochie noted that he will never stop celebrating him because it is hard to find good people.


Nigerians super excited as Pastor Sam Adeyemi of Daystar Church credits his church members with N10,000 each

Posted: 11 May 2020 11:00 PM PDT

Pastor Sam Adeyemi

Nigerians on social media are gushing over Pastor Sam Adeyemi of Daystar Church over his humanitarian act towards his flock.

The man of God has credited the account of some members of the church with N10,000 for the COVID-19 lockdown support.

Sources revealed that "Some members of Daystar church this morning woke up to 10,000 credit alerts from their church and Pastor and it was not strange for them.

This is the second time in a row since the outbreak of the coronavirus that the church sent out cash palliative to all her members scattered all over the country.

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"Troll me with a properly written sentence" Eve Esin replies troll who thinks actress isn't beautiful anymore

Posted: 11 May 2020 10:30 PM PDT

Nollywood actress Eve Esin has fired back at a troll who used poor English while describing her as an ugly woman.

The actress had shared a picture showing her in exercise kit, without makeup and looking sweaty due to some work out she must have done to keep herself in shape.


This didn't sit well with a troll who decided to mock the actress regardless of whether he can speak good English or not.


Chijioke_ozoike wrote: "This aunty aren't fine again ooo".

Eve Esin responded saying: eyaa… Troll me with a properly written sentence. Arent kee you there mtchew".


Alaafin of Oyo’s wife celebrates new age says, she married the best husband in the world

Posted: 11 May 2020 10:00 PM PDT

May 11 is a wonderful day for one of the queens of the Oyo empire, Olori Memunat Omowumi. This is the day she came forth into the world.

As she clocked a year older this year, the beautiful mother of three took to her Instagram page to celebrate with a beautiful family photo of herself with the Alaafin, Oba Dr. Lamidi Olayiwola Atanda Adeyemi III, and their three kids.

Olori Omowumi who thanked God for her life and that of her kids also praised her husband, the king, whom she showered with beautiful accolades. She described him as a great mentor, motivator, educator and orator who changed her life for good.

Part of her message reads:


"I just want to thank you for making me feel like the luckiest woman in the world every single day. I married the best husband in the world. Grateful to the highly respected, revered, cerebral king and head of Yorubaland. My husband, His imperial Majesty, Oba Dr. Lamidi Olayiwola Atanda Adeyemi III IKU BABA YEYE. ALAAFIN OF OYO. JP CFR LLD SAP. A great mentor,inspirer, motivator, educator, Orator etc. He gave me quality education. He inspires me to face the life Challenges with equanimity. Thank you for your inspiration and guidance long may you reign on the throne of your ancestors. Thank God that He made it happen. I know I'm far from perfect, but thank you for staying with me and remaining strong amidst the challenges. We don't have a perfect marriage, but we do our best to make it a good and happy one. You are the best thing that has ever happened to me, and I look forward to spending many more happy years with you.(Masha Allah)

Today is my birthday, and I'm ready for new adventures of this new year of life. I want to wish myself to spend this year in beautiful places with my beloved people. I wish myself never to miss bright moments of life, and never lose the days in sadness. I wish myself peace, smiles, and excellent mood."

Davido’s Daughter, Hailey Adeleke’s Mini 3rd Birthday Party

Posted: 11 May 2020 07:30 AM PDT

The second child and daughter of popular Nigerian afro-pop singer, David Adedeji Adeleke also known as Davido, Hailey Adeleke clocked 3 years yesterday May 9, 2020.

Recall that GistReel gathered and reported how Davido took to Instagram to celebrate his lookalike daughter, Hailey on her birthday yesterday.

And on this note, her mother and Davido's baby mama, Amanda also known as Hermadine Salman-Adeleke organized a mini in-house "Isolation party" for her.

For the records, Davido has a total of 3 Children from 3 different women and is currently married to none of them.

His first baby mama, Sophia Momodu gave him Imade who he named after his late mother he celebrated today on Mothers' Day. His American baby mama, Amanda gave him Hailey who recently turned 3 while Chioma Avril Rowland gave him David Adeleke Jnr.

As his second daughter celebrates her 3rd birthday anniversary, we've brought you some pictures from her mini birthday party which took place yesterday. Check them out below;

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Egbezi releases 2nd project, "Afrocentric: The Adaptation Album"

Posted: 11 May 2020 07:00 AM PDT

Ebizimor "EGBEZI" Ogbe - never forget that name- is set to break grounds in the Hip-Hop world and sooner than you expect too.

Egbezi dropped his Sophomore album titled "Afrocentreic: The Adaptation Album" .

He's dropped this at a perfect time due to two factors; This is a time in which Hip-Hop music is on the up-rise after being on the under for so many years, this is many thanks to MCs like MI Abaga, AQ, Vector, SDC, Paybac and a whole lot more.

Second reason as to why there wasn't a better time than this is because the timeline between late last year and now have highlighted the success of debut/sophomore projects and the amount of ground still-rising artists have covered, popular examples include the success of Fireboy, Oxlade, Terri, Chike and a string of others.

Like earlier stated, Hip-Hop has dominated 2020, we hardly get times like this and it is imperative that rising Hip-Hop MCs take advantage of the direction of the current waves. Egbezi took advantage. Just like its title suggests, this is a project that clearly demonstrates the growth of Egbezi as a rapper from his debut album "No Fear: The Inoculation Album".

Afrocentric is an album that centers around self discovery and the manipulation of bars/punchlines to pass messages such as The Society's situation, Motivation, Bragging rights, Getting famous , even Love and so much more. All these while on Hardcoreproduction and an equally beautiful and impressive feature list including Paybac Iboro, Payper Corleone and Azikey.

All the components that make a Rap/Hip-Hop project are in good form on Afrocentric, Lyricism is the type that makes you want to check Google, the fact that I have listened to this multiple times showcases its replay value. Rap technicality and Impact are also decent while its production could have been better (Still solid anyway!).

Track-by-Track Review


Afrocentric' Tracklist

'Adapter' introduces us to the album, the 1 min 30 seconds track is just Egbezi free-styling to a loopy sound. Next Up 'Unbrkbl' pays homage to the early 2000s Naija Hip-Hop while its chorus gives Angelique Kidjo vibes, 'Its Okay To Be Different' awakens you to this project, although he struggled with the mid-pace of the beat, the catchy keys and his name calling of Rap legends just has a crown to it.

'Tolerance' is a fans' favorite, this is because a lot of things connect on this track, the amazing vocals of featured artist Asikey just compliments the slow beat while Egbezi raps passionately from his heart, 10/10 highly recommend. 'Hope U Know?' is a love rap song, yes you heard right, here he sings about hustling just so he and his partner could live an amazing life. Getting to the second half of the album begins with 'Don't Dance' with a very catchy chorus and lyricism that proves this is for the streets, then one of the best songs on the project 'Yepei' owns a production that just goes crazy with drums and bass keys, Egbezi just keeps going with the flow.

Payper Corleone as a feature on any Hip-Hop project is a W even for the biggest rappers in Africa, his influence resonates into making 'Blast' arguably the best Rap song on here; it contains the best flow and production on the album, and punchlines for days from both Paybac and Egbezi, Track 8 is a must listen! Paybac Iboro off the success of his CULTalbum is one of the hottest Hip-Hop prospects out there and he showed that on 'Somebody Lied', the Fela Kuti-inspired production just gives room for the rappers to swim freely with lyrical flows. How about a Motivational song to end the album? Egbezi finishes the album in the best possible way with 'S.O.A.W' which means 'Soul of a Winner'. He talks about his rise to where hes gotten to now and how he grew up to become an Hip-Hop MC with Two Album Projects at a young age of 22.

In Conclusion: The massive talent of Egbezi is the template on which his Hip-Hop Career will be propelled, all this under the impressive tutelage of a proper Record Label which is Boundless Dr:mz Entertainment.

GENRE – Rap/Hip-Hop

Kemi Olunloyo celebrate Naira Marley’s birthday reveals she hasn't met the singer yet

Posted: 11 May 2020 06:30 AM PDT

Controversial journalists, Kemi Olunloyo is currently in a sober mood as she celebrates Naira Marley's birthday heartbroken.

Naira Marley added a year to his years some hours ago and fans on social media

have been celebrating the Marlians president on his new milestone in life.

Though Naira Marley has been quiet on his social media page about the how he will

celebrate the new milestone, controversial journalists, Kemi Olunloyo have joined in

the celebration as she takes to micro blogging site,Twitter, to celebrate

Naira Marley's new age.

Kemi Olunloyo via a tweet on her page noted how glad she is that Naira Marley's

birthday collide with mother's day celebration as she tagged herself Naira Marley's mother.

However, the talented investigative journalists shocked fans when she noted

she has not met Naira Marley before, a move that have left her heartbroken.

She tweeted:


Kemi Olunloyo have not been shy in showing her support to Naira Marley

despite his control behavior on social media.

The 'Opotoyi' crooner some days ago revealed how addicted he has become to

his song and will be eager to continue dishing out hit tracks.

Naira Marley's birthday is one all Marlians are always looking forward to and they will

be hoping he celebrate his 26th in a way that will last long in their memory without defying the lockdown rules ordered by the Government.

Daddy Freeze – "Return one year tithes to members" OAP tell Pastors

Posted: 11 May 2020 06:00 AM PDT

Controversial OAP, Daddy Freeze, has urged pastors to return tithes to their members before they die of hunger because of  the coronavirus pandemic.

Daddy Freeze made this known while reacting to report about how a US church refunded her members three years of tithes as help during the pandemic.

"Dear Nigerian GOs, I suggest that you kindly look into this and refund the tithes of the last one year, no need for 3 years, so your people can have meat on their tables from the 'storehouse of God'. "Those who collected tithes with Malachi 3:8-10 should in the same vein, bring out the meat from God's storehouse so the people may eat and not die, God bless you all! ~FRZ", he wrote.

See his post below;


Davido celebrates his 2nd lookalike daughter, Hailey as she turns 3

Posted: 11 May 2020 05:30 AM PDT

Famous Nigerian music executive and afro-pop artiste, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido has taken to social media to celebrate his 2nd daughter, Hailey Adeleke on her 3rd birthday today being May 9, 2020.

Hailey Adeleke is Davido's second child and daughter he had with his 2nd baby mama, Amanda who is based in the US with her daughter.

Davido who was very excited about his daughter's birthday, took to his verified page on Instagram and wrote a mind blowing birthday message for his now 3-year-old daughter.

The singer however regretted he couldn't make it to celebrate with her.


"You know daddy would be there with you if possible" he apologized to little Hailey.

Davido also prayed for her and gave her his fatherly blessings while reassuring her of his uncommon love for her.

Taking to the photo and video sharing platform, Instagram, Davido who recently clocked 9 years in the music industry wrote;

"Omg MY BABY IS 3 Happy birthday to my darling Princess Hailey !!!! U know daddy would be there with u if possible !!! I pray for you everyday … eat all the cake and stuff ur face today love Daddy birthday."

Tobi Bakre and family show off crazy dance moves

Posted: 11 May 2020 05:00 AM PDT

Nigerian actor cum model, Tobi Bakre and his parents have once again succeeded in making us gush over their cuteness.

The handsome actor took to instagram to share a funny video of himself and family rocking white attires while grooving to "egungun" by Obasere.

Tobi Bakre is a young Nigerian who shot to fame after taking part in the 2018 edition of "Big Brother Naija" reality TV.

Ever since leaving the Big Brother show, Tobi Bakre has not only become one of Nigeria's most sort after entrepreneur and influencer, he has also gained for himself quite a huge female fan base.

Actress, Nkechi Blessing rain curses on follower who accused her of fake giveaways

Posted: 11 May 2020 04:30 AM PDT

Controversial Nollywood actress, Nkechi Blessing Sunday was dragged into an exchange with a follower who accused her of doing fake giveaways.

Nkechi Blessing is known for always doing giveaways on her Instagram page and a follower who has not won anything tagged it fake.

"Na you dey do giveaway, na you dey use fake account win", the follower wrote.
The actress who was infuriated by the follower's comment, replied:

"Reason why you will remain fake till you die. Poverty stricken bastard with a poor man mentality. 20k na big deal to you? Hungry bastard. From the pit of hell. Rot in hell already"

See their exchange below;

Omashola – A good woman brings her mans phone when it rings & waits outside the house while he answers it

Posted: 11 May 2020 04:00 AM PDT

BBNaija reality star, Omashola has got himself trending online after he made a sarcastic comment on what is expected of a good woman.

Taking to his Twitter account on Saturday, 9th March, Omashola said that a good woman would bring her man's phone while it is ringing then wait outside the house till he is done with the call.

"A good woman brings her mans phone when it rings, and waits outside the house while he answers it lol. Tag Good woman you know", he tweeted.

See his post below;


Emeka Ike blasts his followers after one made a comparison between his second wife and his ex-wife

Posted: 11 May 2020 03:30 AM PDT

Nollywood actor, Emeka Ike has hit back at some followers over the comment they made on his Instagram page.

It all began after the actor posted a short video which shows his son and his South African wife, Yolanda Pfeiffer.

However, one of the veteran actor's followers stated that his ex wife, Suzanne Emma "fits him" more than his new wife, Yolanda.

His comment infuriated Emeka Ike who fired back at some of his followers over their comments.

He also alleged that his ex wife is using a fake account to troll him.

See their exchange below;


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[Photos]: Chacha Eke Celebrates Son's First Birthday

Posted: 11 May 2020 03:00 AM PDT

Nollywood actress, Cha-Cha Eke Faani has taken to Instagram to celebrate her son, Awesome Faani who turned one today.

Sharing adorable photos of herself and her son, the delighted mother of three showered praises on him for bringing joy to the family. She also urged her fans to say a prayer for him.

In her words;

'Mummy's little man is a year old today. Please say a prayer for our handsome joy giver'.


Chacha welcomed her son last year with her filmmaker husband, Austin Faani. The cute baby boy, Awesome Chukwuemerie Faani is the third child and the only son of the star actress.


Denrele Edun – Sexual orientation: I dey knack woman pieces. I have had the best of both worlds

Posted: 11 May 2020 02:30 AM PDT

Nigerian entertainer, Denrele Edun has been the source of quite a few controversies.

One of which is the question of his sexuality. Perhaps, due to his feminine and flamboyant nature, a lot of people have wondered if he is indeed homosexual.

However, Denrele Edun has now made some revelation about his sexuality during an Instagram live session with @Jaycee_talks.

According to Denrele Edun, his sex life has had the best of both worlds.

He said that some people have come with different labels as regards to his sexual orientation over the years.

In his words;


"My people, in case you're wondering, let me just drop this here.

"E go be like say I no dey knack woman, I dey knack woman pieces. Let's just say I have had the best of both worlds".

Lebanese-born Nollywood actor, Bilal Nosser rescued by the police after Kidnap

Posted: 11 May 2020 02:00 AM PDT

Kidnapped Lebanese-born Nollywood actor, Bilal Nosser a.k.a Mr B has been rescued by the Rivers State Police Command.

The actor who was being taken to Ndashi forest in Etche Local Government Area of the Rivers State by his abductors, was rescued by a police team attached to Okehi Police Station in a sting operation carried out on Saturday May 9.

Nosser's Toyota Venza which was also seized by his abductors, was recovered by the police team.

Recounting his ordeal after being rescued, Nosser said he was lured from his residence in Owerri with a fake business and movie deal by the suspected leader of the criminal gang who introduced himself as Clifford.


"I woke up around 9a.m on Friday, after my Ramadan fasting and night prayers, I saw a message on my iPad Phone, that said, Mr. B, please call me I have a business for you.

"I dialed the number, his photograph pooped up, then I asked who he was, he introduced himself as Mr. Clifford and quickly added that he has a business for me.

"He continued, there is this new hotel we will like you to take over its management and again we are also making a new film, we need a White man and we know that your an actor and stays at Owerri, so you have to come over let's discuss it.

"He then told me where i will meet with his driver somewhere around Imo Airport junction, who will come and bring me to the said hotel for me to see it and thereafter, we discuss the business."


"Mr. Clifford gave the driver my phone number, and equally gave mine to the him (the driver), when I got to the place (Arab contractors), I called the driver and informed him that I was there, in less than two minutes the driver was already standing before me, he asked if I was Mr. B. I said yes.

"We continued to run inside lonely bush part, in villages, I began to pray inside of me, then we got to an isolated area, some persons rushed out from the forest, they began to beat me with cutlass, they had one locally made gun, they were beating me all over, my mouth, face, back, neck they was saying, today you don enter, all the money you have in your bank account you must use your ATM to transfer all to us today otherwise we will cut you into pieces, they continued to hit me.

"I was shocked confused over what was happening, because in the last 30 years i have been in this country, Owerri precisely, I have never been attacked any day.

"After, those people that beat me, joined us in the car, they were pushing and hitting me to enter the car, by now the vehicle was tight, they were three in number, I managed to squize myself in the middle."

The State Police Commissioner, Mr. Joseph Mukan confirmed the rescue of the Lebanese and arrest of one of his captors identified as Faith Nwagor.

Mukan said;

"Operatives of the Okehi Police Station led by the DPO in a sting operation last night stormed a forest in Ndashi, Etche Local Government Area, where they rescued Mr. Bilal Nosser, popularly known as Mr. B.


"Bilal Nosser is a renowned Nollywood actor, who was kidnapped in Imo State and taken to a forest in Ndashi, where he was rescued by the DPO and his team.

"In the course of his rescue, one of the members of the gang by the name Nwagor Faith 'm' who was keeping watch over him was arrested, while others took to flight. He has made useful confessions and named other members of his criminal gang.

"Also, the Toyota Venza belonging to the victim has been recovered."

MayD reveals his issue with PSquare ‬says, "They suddenly wanted me to sign a contract after I started blowing"

Posted: 11 May 2020 01:30 AM PDT

"Ile Ijo" music crooner, MayD also known as Mr MayD has opened up on his ordeal in the hands of his former friends, Psquare.

May D in a recent IG session revealed that the PSquare brothers never believed in him and refused to sign him from the start until he started making waves.

He explained that this was the source of their disagreement.


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