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Actor, Kunle Afolayan remembers late dad with throwback video

Posted: 26 Mar 2021 12:30 AM PDT

Popular actor and movie producer, Kunle Afolayan has taken to his social media page to share a throwback video of his late dad in remembrance of him. Kunle Afolayan's dad was also an actor when he was alive.

Sharing the video on his Instagram page, he attached the caption:

"A lion will never born a sheep – This is my father in the film "Taxi driver 1,1993. Keep resting Adeyemi Josiah Akano Afolayan aka Adelove 1940-1996".

See the video he shared below:


I feel like I am going to ‘end it all’ – Actor, Godwin Maduagu cries out following his leaked tape

Posted: 26 Mar 2021 12:00 AM PDT

Nollywood actor, Godwin Maduagu has cried out publicly that he feels like 'ending it all' after his alleged gay tape leaked online in February.

Due to the effect of the scandal, the actor revealed that he has become broke as he has lost many job opportunities.

He added that many Nigerian companies refused to work with him.

In his words, "I am not happy because you guys are frustrating my life because I am getting depressed already. I thought I have moved on and everybody has moved on.

"I have not been getting jobs, I am getting broke. You know as a public figure you have to have money to take care of some personal expenses. Right now I don't have any money.

Now, if people book me for a job, the company or brand would see Godwin Maduagu and they would say no, we can't use this boy.

How do you guys want me to feel? How do you expect me to feed or survive?

You guys said I made a video to trend. Now who is now trending and who is now losing? How do you expect me to make a video that will destroy my life and everything.

You guys should just pity me now, Please. I am not happy. I want to get my life back. I need money.

Right now I feel like I am going to commit suicide because I can't take this anymore. It is really depressing and it is affecting me psychologically. "

Alex Unusual gives stern warning to those insisting that ‘all men cheat’

Posted: 25 Mar 2021 11:30 PM PDT

Big Brother Naija star, Alex has sent a stern warning to those telling her that all men cheat despite what any woman is willing to do about it.

Alex has taken to her Instagram stories to express the disgust of people telling her that all men cheats and women have to live with it.

She threatened to block those giving her such a piece of free advice and accused them of accepting this stupidity.

The Bbnaija star also accused women of teaching their sons to intentionally misbehave on purpose and force their daughters to stay with these cheating men. These women do this all in the name of protecting a failed marriage, hence, live unhappily in them.

Alex further said no one deserves to be cheated on.

Here's what she posted.




Belinda Effah officially changes her name to Grace-Charis Bassey

Posted: 25 Mar 2021 11:00 PM PDT

Popular Actress, Belinda Effah has taken to her social media page to announce that her name has been officially changed from Belinda Effah to Grace-Charis Bassey.

She went further to thank Jesus, her family, friends, colleagues and her adorable fans for showing her love, support and grace over the years.

Taking to her Instagram page, she wrote:

"New Name Alert

Hello my darlings, it is with great joy and absolute glory to God that I announce that my names have officially and legally been changed from Belinda Effah to Grace-Charis Bassey E. and will be honored and grateful if I am addressed as thus.

I want to thank Jesus, my family, friends, colleagues and my most amiable and adorable fans for their ardent show of love, support, and grace handed me over the years and can't wait to announce bigger projects and what my team and I have been working on behind the scene.

This is a new chapter for me so please stay tuned and supportive as we both enter this new chapter with exceeding grace. I love you all.
Ps: my business handle is now officially and legally @gcb.empire respectfully

With Love,
Grace Charis Bassey ".


“Is crossdressing about to become a pandemic or business in Nigeria” – Actress, Nkiru Umeh

Posted: 25 Mar 2021 10:30 PM PDT

Popular Nollywood actress, Nkiru Umeh has expressed worry over the increasing number of crossdressers in Nigeria and how they now seem to dominate cyberspace.

In an Instagram post she recently made, the beautiful movie guru asked if crossdressing is gradually turning into a pandemic we ought to be scared of or if it is now a business adopted among people in Nigeria.

In her words:

"What exactly is going on??? am not understanding Is cross dressing about to become a new pandemic in Nigeria now or is it some kind of business? again I ask…. should we be worried or just mind our business someone please explain."

See the post below:

₦90 Million Worth of Prizes – That’s What the Next #BBNaija Winner Will Receive!

Posted: 25 Mar 2021 10:00 PM PDT

As the sixth season of Big Brother Naija approaches, we know you can't wait to learn everything there is to know about the new housemates, the theme for this year, and what the winner will get.

We've got great news: The show's organizers announced that early auditions will take place from March 24 to March 31, 2021. The auditions will only be available to DSTV and GOTV subscribers. "We're giving EARLY ACCESS to this year's #BBNaija auditions. All you have to do is stay connected and renew your @dstvnigeria and @gotvng subscriptions to be qualified for this ", according to the announcement.

They also announced that the winner of this year's edition will be going home with N90 million worth of prizes.

Rapper Blaq Bonez – People are not supposed to have one sexual partner even in marriage

Posted: 25 Mar 2021 09:00 AM PDT

Rapper Blaq Bonez has waded into the controversy about people cheating in romantic relationships and marriage.

In a video he shared, the rapper stated that he believes people are not supposed to have one sexual partner even in marriage. He went on to advice people to do things because they want to even if it is for material gain.

Blaq Bonez added that he is tired of men attacking him even though they're cheating, cheated in the past or condoning a friend in their circle who is also cheating.

Watch the video below;

OAP, N6 reacts to Adekunle Gold’s cheating saga says, “Men can’t even cheat in peace again”

Posted: 25 Mar 2021 08:00 AM PDT

Media personality, N6 has waded into the conversation on social media pertaining to the alleged cheating saga involving singer, Adekunle Gold.

Instagram blogger, Gist lover alleged that Adekunle Gold has been cheating on his wife, Simi and slept with her side chick on set during his music video shoot while Simi was heavily pregnant with their first baby.

Reacting to this, Cool FM presenter, N6 exclaimed that now men can't cheat in peace and it is one of the reasons he hates fame.

In an Insta-story section, he said:

"Reason 1001 why I hate this fame of a tin, manz can't even cheat in peace like a regular civillian. Small say your pr**k just wander outside ka i checkigodu ma Amu gi o ka na Aru Orun you don enter blogs gbosaa!! Chukwunna megodu Nwammadu ebere"

Funke Akindele, Zubby Micheal, others react as Olamide smokes and drink on social media

Posted: 25 Mar 2021 07:00 AM PDT

Nigerian rapper Olamide has sparked a lot of reactions on social media after he shared a video of himself drinking beer and smoking.

Recall Olamide recently celebrated his birthday and he was inundated with lots of goodwill messages and lovely words to celebrate his new age.

In his recent post on his Instagram page, he shared a video that drew the attention of his colleague celebrities and fans as they praised him for his heroic deeds behind the camera.

Celebrities including Funke Akindele, Zubby Micheal, others slid under his comment section and reacted to his post.

Funke Akindele wrote: ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Eeyan. Thanks for all you do privately to support. God bless you.


Shade Ladipo says she is petty; reveals all the gifts she collected back after a break-up

Posted: 25 Mar 2021 06:00 AM PDT

Shade Ladipo has weighed in on the debate about collecting gifts back from your significant other after a break-up

The media personality explained that she is petty and has collected things back, including an iPad and a laptop.

She said when she collects gifts back, it means the person didn't spend so much on her and she did most of the giving in the relationship.

Annie Idibia writes about her first love on 8th wedding anniversary with 2face

Posted: 25 Mar 2021 05:30 AM PDT

Annie Idibia and Tuface are celebrating their 8th wedding anniversary today and the mum-of-two took to Instagram to mark the day.

Annie shared a photo from their wedding and captioned it with heartfelt words.

She wrote:

 Yes !!! I Married My First Crush !
Yes!!! I Married My First Love
Yes!! I Married The baby daddy to My first child "my sunshine"
I Always Knew It Was You … How it would happen or work out ??? That I was clueless about … a puzzle I never ever wanted to solve! But I knew it had to be you … it just had to be u.. or else the chemistry… n ofcos my heart won't feel the way it always did ! I truly , n honestly believe everyone has his/her soulmate !!! Ain't no doubt that we are soulmates
I gave you all of me , knowing that in you , n you only has this imperfect girl found perfection!!!( mbok figure d meaning out yasef o)
Either in this lifetime or another, it would have been … n it has always been YOU
Happy ANNIEversary " a guy" @official2baba
#LYTID
23rd March 2013


Davido’s rumoured 4th babymama, Larissa unveils son’s face on his 1st birthday

Posted: 25 Mar 2021 05:00 AM PDT

Nigerians react as Davido's alleged fourth baby mama, Larissa London unveils her son's face on his first birthday.

Recall that Larissa named her son Dawson which means "Son of David".




“Best in English and Afrobeat” – Reactions as Davido blows grammatical blunder

Posted: 25 Mar 2021 04:30 AM PDT

Fans of the popular singer, Davido reacts to his grammatical blunder online moments after he mocked a fan for doing the same.

The 28-year-old singer in a bid to celebrate his official record label DJ, @Ecoolofficial on his Insta stories, made a grammatical error in his birthday wishes.

In his words, he wrote;

"Happy birthday @ccoolofficial! Loved to have shared the stage and rocked thousands of shows with you and shares to many more!


Little did he know that his dear fans had teleported a screenshot to Twitter to engage him in premium dragging.


Here are funny reactions from his fans.




Actor, Gabriel Afolayan Speaks On Alleged Marriage Crash Due To Wife’s Closeness With Banky W

Posted: 25 Mar 2021 04:00 AM PDT

After several rumours of marriage crash due to wife's reported intimacy with singer, Banky W, Nollywood actor, Gabriel Afolayan has finally reacted.

It can be recalled that last year, Gabriel Afolayan and his wife Adebanke unfollowed each other on Instagram over cheating rumours and allegations.

An Instagram blogger also alleged that the popular singer, Banky W was actually having an affair with Afolayan's wife, which resulted in a marriage crash.

In a recent development, the actor in an interview with City People disclosed that his marriage is still very much intact and has decided not to present his personal life to the public.

In his words:

"That's actually personal to me. I really don't want my personal life out there; I always keep that out of the media not because of anything but it is just a personal principle for me. Nevertheless, my marriage is very much intact.

Yes, I heard about the rumours too, but you know, there is no marriage that doesn't have it's own challenges, but we have settled it. My wife just travelled out of the country, and we are very much okay. Just because I didn't say anything or make it go viral for those looking for sensational stories, they think otherwise. But my marriage is intact."


VP Osinbajo – FG Supporting Talented Stars Like Burna Boy, Wizkid With N300m Loan

Posted: 25 Mar 2021 03:30 AM PDT

The Bank of Industry, (BOI) in collaboration with the National Council for Arts and Culture, has secured a N300 million loan for Nigeria's creative sector'

Vice President, Prof Yemi Osinbajo who made the disclosure said the entertainment industry that produced music stars like Burna Boy and Wizkid would also enjoy the facility.

Osinbajo's spokesperson, Laolu Akande, in a statement on Sunday, said the vice president disclosed this at the opening of Ogidi Studios, a Temple Company-owned world-class creative complex, hosting recording, film production, animation, and writing studios in Lagos.

Osinbajo said the committee is committed to an investing N25 billion as initial funding for developing the Nigeria Creative Centre at the National Theatre, Lagos.

He stated further; "The sector will receive support from the Central Bank of Nigeria's Creative Industry Funds Initiative, an initiative that gives financial support to the technology and creative sector at single-digit interest rates.

"The Bank of Industry, in collaboration with the National Council for Arts and Culture, has also secured a N300 million loan package for the creative sector. The package provides the funds to the sector at single-digit interest rates with a tenor of four to five years."

Regarding the studios, he noted, "Now the stars, not just Nigerian stars, but from all over the world have a place in Lagos that is as good as any studio they have ever recorded in. World-class script writing, music recording, video making, and editing can take place under one roof at the Ogidi Studios."

Citing Burna Boy and Wizkid as examples of Nigerian talents taking the entertainment industry by storm by winning the Grammy Awards, Osinbajo said the environment is prepared for Nigeria to produce more creative talents across the industry's value chain.

"On March 14, Burna Boy and Wizkid took the entertainment industry by storm, winning the Grammy Awards and established themselves as amongst the best musicians in the world.
 
"Burna Boy won in the 'Best Global Music Album' category for the 'Twice As Tall' Album and Wizkid; the real Starboy, in the Best Music Video category for his feature in the song 'Brown Skin Girl,'" he said.

[Video]: Iyabo Ojo Dazzles In New Looks As She Goes Blonde

Posted: 25 Mar 2021 03:00 AM PDT

Seasoned Nollywood actress, Iyabo Ojo has changed her looks and it is captivating.

The 43-year-old popular role interpreter, now rocks a low cut and a blonde colored hair, which made her looked totally different and absolutely stunning.

Feeling ecstatic about it, she took to her verified Instagram page with over 4 million followers to show her fans the recent change in her appearance.

Watch Iyabo as she flaunts her new hairstyle:

The mother of two who is well-known for funny Tiktok videos may have changed the colour of her hair for skit purposes or probably just feels like lighting things up a little. Whichever it is, she looks good on it!

Bobby Brown. Jr’s Autopsy Reveals Cause Of His Death

Posted: 25 Mar 2021 02:30 AM PDT

The Los Angeles County Coroner has finally confirmed Bobby Brown.Jr's cause of death

An autopsy report, disclosed that the son of singer Bobby Brown died from the "combined effects of alcohol, cocaine, and fentanyl." The manner of death is described as accidental.

Brown Jr. was found dead at 28 in his California home on Nov. 18 2020. His girlfriend, who had last seen him alive that morning, found him unresponsive on his bedroom floor of their Los Angeles area home at approximately 1:45 p.m and called paramedics, who declared him dead, the report states.

While officials did not find drugs or drug paraphernalia at the scene, Bobby Jr. is listed as having a "medical history of alcohol, cigarette and marijuana use."

The evening before he was found unresponsive, the investigative report states Brown Jr. consumed tequila with friends, and "snorted" Percocet along with three lines of cocaine.

Brown Jr. was one of two children from the 11-year on-and-off relationship between Brown and Kim Ward, which ended in 1991. Brown Jr. was following in his father's footsteps with a music career.

In 2012, Bobby Brown's ex-wife, Whitney Houston, was found dead after drowning in a Beverly Hills hotel room bathtub. Coroner's officials said heart disease and cocaine were contributing factors. She was 48.

Three years later, Brown and Houston's daughter, Bobbi Kristina Brown, was found facedown and unconscious in the bathtub of her Georgia home on Jan. 31, 2015. She died at age 22 in July 2015 in an Atlanta-area hospice. She was buried next to her mother in a New Jersey cemetery.

Her family blamed her ex-fiance, Nick Gordon, who was never charged in the case. Gordon was found responsible in a wrongful death civil lawsuit and ordered to pay $36 million to Bobbi Kristina's estate. He died at age 30 on Jan. 1, 2020, of heroin overdose.

“It’s Beyond Us” Nigerian Supermodel, Oluchi Onweagba Celebrates As Her Son Is Signed By McLaren Racing

Posted: 25 Mar 2021 02:00 AM PDT

Supermodel and mother, Oluchi Onweagba, proudly celebrates her son, Ugo Ugochukwu, as one of the top racing teams in the world, McLaren Racing has signed him for a long term contract.

13 years old, Ugochukwu, represents the United States, and has been winning racing awards since he was as young as age 8.

He has won a slew of titles in the United States and Europe and most recently won the 2020 FIA OKJ European Championship.

This caught the attention of McLaren, the same racing team that signed a young Lewis Hamilton, who has gone on to dominate the world of Formula One.

Reacting to her son's signing, Oluchi Onweagba wrote on Instagram: "Thank you GOD! Angels in the heavenlies Thank you! Watch over your Son. @ugougochukwu It's beyond us."

Ugochukwu also took to Instagram to announce the news, writing: "Thank you Mr Zak Brown and the entire Mclaren team for believing in me. Together, we will get there."

Oluchi shares son Ugochukwu with Luca Orlandi, an Italian fashion designer. Together, they have two sons.

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DJ Cuppy finds love again as she flaunts mystery man

Posted: 25 Mar 2021 01:30 AM PDT

Popular Disc Jockey, Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy seems to have found love again as she shares photo with an unknown individual.

The 28 years old daughter of a billionaire businessman, Femi Otedola, took to her Instagram story to flaunt the mysterious man as she covers his face with emoji.


In related DJ Cuppy's news, DJ Cuppy recently caused stir online after she shared loved up photo of herself with singer Fireboy.

Many social media users reacted to the photos of DJ Cuppy and Fireboy wishing each other happy Valentine's day.

See what she posted on her Instagram story below…

Many insinuated that DJ Cuppy has a love relationship with Fireboy. However, it was visuals from the video shoot of their track "Feel Good" on the "Original Copy" album.

Cynthia Morgan slams fan who says her lifestyle messed up her musical career

Posted: 25 Mar 2021 01:00 AM PDT

Songwriter and singer, Cynthia Morgan lashes out at her fan by calling him a useless person for saying her lifestyle fucked up her musical career.

The Pop singer, Cynthia Morgan clashed with a Twitter user who gave his unsolicited opinion about her "stunted growth" in the musical industry.

The Twitter user with the handle, @kingezzy tweeted that she would have been a female dancehall export out of Africa but she was rather messed it up by her lifestyle.

"Cynthia Morgan would've been the biggest female dancehall artiste export out of Africa… but her label & lifestyle fucked her up." – he tweeted.

The Pop singer queried to find more about her lifestyle from Twitter that affected her musical growth.

Unfortunately, his further reply wasn't convincing enough to her.

Hence, she described the Twitter user, @kingezzy as a useless person.

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