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April 29, 2021

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“My fans are my strength” – BBNaija’s Mercy Eke says

Posted: 29 Apr 2021 12:30 AM PDT

Reality star and winner of the BBNaija season 4 edition, Mercy Eke has described her fans as her ultimate source of strength and motivation in everything she does.

The 27-year-old made this known in the 8th edition of the Nigerian Entertainment Conference (#NECLive8), where she appreciated her fans (Mercenaries) for continuous support.

She said:

"My fans push me a lot, They remind me to be more consistent in putting out content, and whenever I drop something, they all rally around to support me. They are there because I am creating something for them to get behind and work with. It's not just engaging on Twitter or Instagram."


As for women struggling to make it big in life, Mercy Eke said:

"I know a lot of ladies out there with aspirations, and I'm here to tell you that your dreams are valid. When things start to fall in place for you, do not relent, do not think that you have 'arrived', because you still have a long way to go. At the end of the day, what stands the test of time is what you have put out there. People only associate with success. You need to keep doing what you do best, no matter how small-scale it looks. Don't take no for an answer, keep going, and one day it will pay"

“Why use Laycon’s picture” – Fans blast Kemi Olunloyo for using Laycon’s picture to warn against kidnap

Posted: 29 Apr 2021 12:00 AM PDT

Controversial journalist Kemi Olunloyo is under fire as fans of Laycon and lovers of Big Brother Naija Reality show blast her for using Laycon's picture while addressing the ongoing scheme to kidnap BBNaija personalities.

It was earlier reported that Kemi revealed that there's an ongoing plan to kidnap BBNaija personalities and winners. She further revealed that this has been reported to the DSS to take charge of the situation.

However, while making her tweet, she had used Laycon's picture to pass her message to her audience and the BBNaija celebrities.

This act of hers has caused a huge uproar against her as they drag her unrelentingly for using the BBNAIJA star, Laycon as a point of contact to others.

Here's what they are saying;

Delta Governor’s Aide, Ossai reacts to Omotola’s statement in an interview about being financially stable before marriage

Posted: 28 Apr 2021 11:30 PM PDT

The Delta State Governor Aide on Media, Mr Ossai Ovie Success has kicked against the opinion of the popular actress, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde as regards ladies being financially stable before they go into marriage.

Recall that a few days ago, Omotola Jalade asserted that she was already a millionaire before she got married and urged ladies to also do the same before they can proudly beat their chest in readiness for marriage.

In reaction to this, the 29-year-old aide has debunked such an assertion.

Taking to his social media page, he wrote:

" Dear Omotola Jalade, I just saw your interview about ladies becoming financially stable before going into marriage. Personally I think you are wrong in your advice to ladies .
You said you were a millionaire at the age of 18 and you were ready for marriage.
You got married at the age of 18, I am not disputing that fact but telling us you were ready then is a big lie.

99% of the People who got married then at the age of 18 were neither forced or were not ready .
I don't think money makes one ready for marriage.
I am not against women being financially stable but in a situation when a woman is ready for marriage and not financially stable,  I don't think she should wait till she is financially stable before going into marriage.

The Bible said "He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the LORD."
The Bible Didn't says he that finds a financially stable woman obtains favor.
So please let's get things right and let's avoid pushing ladies into late marriage because of financial stability.

A woman can be financially unstable before getting married and her marriage can still be a success.
A woman also can be financially stable before getting married and her marriage can still be unsuccessful. So it is not about Money."

Actor Ugezu – “President Goodluck and PDP were not good, but APC is a colossal disaster”

Posted: 28 Apr 2021 11:00 PM PDT

Nollywood actor and filmmaker Ugezu. J. Ugezu has described the Buhari-APC regime as a colossal disaster compared to the regime of ex-president Goodluck Jonathan.

The actor took to his Instagram account to lament the deteriorating state of affairs occurring in Nigeria including the rapid increase of gun attacks in Nigeria.

In his post, he highlighted the degeneration in Nigeria such as recklessness, high handedness, and impunity as he agrees that they were not in high proportion to that of Jonathan's regime. But admitted that the Goodluck-led administration also had its lapses.

Ugezu summarized it by admitting that Buhari's regime is a disaster as he shames those who are defending the completely failed government.

In his words;

"The insecurity in Nigeria has dwarfed what we experienced during President Goodluck Jonathan.

Truth is….. President Goodluck and the PDP were not good. But this APC is a colossal disaster.

The injustice, administrative recklessness, high handedness and impunity in the APC Nigeria is of proportion unprecedented in our history.

Shame on anyone still defended a completely failed government".

Mercy Eke brags over achievements says, “Even with BBNaija’s fame, I’m still taking on many projects”

Posted: 28 Apr 2021 10:30 PM PDT

Popular Big Brother Naija star, Mercy Eke has bragged about her achievements and projects she undertakes amid the BBNaija fame that hovers around her.

Mercy Eke made this known in the 8th edition of the Nigerian Entertainment Conference (#NECLive8), where she revealed some worthwhile projects she has ventured into, as she proved that she does not only bear the 'famous' attribute but have other businesses she is holding onto.

In her words:

"When it comes to relating with fans, you need to have a product, something of value. A lot of people just want to be famous, but they don't have any direction. Even with the fame from Big Brother, I'm still taking on many projects: I have real estate, I have my M & M luxury, I also supply diesel to a lot of companies. People don't know about this. I could have gone on business trips, but no, I am taking risks in various business ventures. This is where the fans come in: they support my luxury business because I sell what they love and what they can connect with."

Uche Maduagwu – “I’ll rather be on a movie set with a masquerade than play a lead role with Bobrisky”

Posted: 28 Apr 2021 10:00 PM PDT

Controversial Nollywood actor, Uche Maduagwu is at it again as he tackles the popular crossdresser, Bobrisky in a recent post on Instagram.

The actor took to his Instagram page to blame Tonto Dikeh for bringing Bobrisky to the limelight as he maintained that it was the actress that made him popular on social media.

In addition to this, Uche Maduagwu shared what seemed to be an ugly photo of Bobrisky and stated vehemently that he would rather be on a movie set with a masquerade than play a lead role with Bobrisky.

In his words:

"Tonto Dikeh biggest mistake was lifting Bobrisky on social media and encouraging his radarada. I will rather be on a movie set with masquerade than play a lead role with Bobrisky."

See the post below:

Media Personality, Moet Abebe Responds To Criticisms Over Her Statement That Marriage Is A “Fraud”

Posted: 28 Apr 2021 09:00 AM PDT

Nigerian video jockey, television presenter and actress, Moet Abebe has replied her critics after she was called out for saying that she's not sure she'll get married.

According to Moet Abebe, marriage is a "fraud".

The media personality also added in the controversial statement that she's in a relationship with the "guests" in her room drawer by her bedside.

After she was called out, she took to her Instagram Stories to clarify.

She reiterated that she said the chances of her marrying are "unlikely" but that doesn't mean it's 100 percent certain that she'll stand by that decision for the rest of her life.


She explained that she never asked others not to marry.

She added: "You see it as beautiful. I see it as a fraud."

Caitlyn Jenner To Run For Governor Of California

Posted: 28 Apr 2021 08:00 AM PDT

Caitlyn Jenner has filed paperwork to run for governor of California as Gavin Newsom faces a possible recall over his response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

On Friday, April 23, the former "Keeping Up With the Kardashians" reality TV star and Olympic gold medalist released a statement saying she had filed the initial paperwork needed for the run.

"I'm in!" Jenner tweeted along with a link to her campaign website.

I'm in! California is worth fighting for. Visit https://t.co/a1SfOAMZQ3 to follow or donate today. #RecallNewsom pic.twitter.com/9yCck3KK4D

— Caitlyn Jenner (@Caitlyn_Jenner) April 23, 2021

"This isn't the California we know. This is Gavin Newsom's California, where he orders us to stay home but goes out to dinner with his lobbyist friends," Jenner said in a statement, referring to Newsom's pandemic visit to the posh eatery French Laundry.

"California has been my home for nearly 50 years. I came here because I knew that anyone, regardless of their background or station in life, could turn their dreams into reality. But for the past decade, we have seen the glimmer of the Golden State reduced by one-party rule that places politics over progress and special interests over people. Sacramento needs an honest leader with a clear vision."

"An entire generation of children have lost a year of education and have been prevented from going back to school, participating in activities, or socializing with their friends," Jenner wrote.

The Republican is being backed by a campaign team that includes Trump campaign veterans, including pollster Tony Fabrizio, the former president's pollster, according to Axios.

Trump's former campaign manager Brad Parscale, a personal friend of Jenner's, has helped her assemble her team but doesn't plan to take an official title on the campaign.

Music Producer, Sarz Loses His Father

Posted: 28 Apr 2021 07:00 AM PDT

Nigerian music producer, Osabuohien Osaretin popularly called Sarz has announced the demise of his father.

The ace music producer, lost his father to the cold hands of death after he fought till his last breathe to survive.

In a tribute to his father, the music producer stressed that it doesn't make sense attaching RIP to his name. He also disclosed that his father fought till his last breath.

Sarz wrote;

Even in the face of death, you fought till your last breath and for that I'll never give up in life. It doesn't make sense writing RIP before your name but God knows best. Rest well Dad.

“I Am Going Back To School”- Music Executive Soso Soberokon Cries Out After Missing Life Changing Appointment

Posted: 28 Apr 2021 06:00 AM PDT

Popular Nigerian Music executive, Soso Soberekon aka White Lion, has declared his intentions to go back to school.

The popular talent manager made this known when he took to his Instagram page to drum on the importance of education.

According to Soso, he just lost a life-changing appointment because he doesn't have the required degree. A fan had asked him during a question-and-answer session if school is important for creatives.

Responding, Sososoberekon said

"Education is very important and a major plus, I just missed a lofe changing appointment because I don't have the required degree. I am going back to school soon, I don't want to be limited anyway"

See the exchange below;

Lilian Afegbai Gives Reasons For Keeping Her Relationship Private

Posted: 28 Apr 2021 05:30 AM PDT

Lilian Afegbai, a Nollywood actress and former Big Brother Naija housemate, has reveals the reason why she keeps her relationship private despite people's curiosity.

According to the screen diva, her relationship is off social media to prevent the unsolicited involvement of people.

Lilian said she wants a situation where she can be able to settle her relationship drama privately without people interfering and making it hard to reconcile.

Writing on her Instastory, Lilian Afegbai wrote;

"The beauty of keeping my relationship private is, when we fight na two of us know say we dey fight, when we settle na still two of us know. It's normal, but when too many people are involved, it makes it harder to even reconcile"

Omotola Jalade Finally Opens Up On Alleged Love Affair With Adams Oshiomhole

Posted: 28 Apr 2021 05:00 AM PDT

After rumors that she had a sizzling romantic affair with former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Adams Oshiomhole, seasoned Nollywood actress and mother of four, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde has finally responded to the claims.

The ace movie star in a recent interview with BBC Yoruba said she did not like to attend events and never met the former governor before.

"People do not know that I don't like to go out. I am either at home or at the office. I only like to go out on official purposes. I don't know Adams Oshiomhole. I have never met him. End of the story."

The veteran actress is also of the opinion that any lady who does not have a source of livelihood should not consider marriage because she is automatically preparing herself to be imprisoned in the union.

Asked if she would allow any of her children to marry at the age of 18 like she did, to which she answered, "I was at the age of consent when I got married and above all, I was mature when I met my husband.

"Currently, I have only one child that is 18 years old, so the question is late. He is a boy and peradventure, he says he wants to get married, I will not allow it because he does not have his own money now.

"One must apply wisdom or common sense in everything one does. People cannot say that because I married at 18, therefore they can also do it. The question is, 'are you ready for marriage'? When I was at that age, I was ready.

"I had been working since I was 15-years-old and I had become a millionaire at the age of 18. That is a fact that a lot of people don't know.

"I had my own money. I was not dependent on any man. Moreover, my father died early, so I was already responsible for my younger siblings. I was like their mother at that time, so I was very mature and financially prepared.

"One should not marry a man when one is not financially stable. If one does that, one would be going into slavery or better still, prison.

"If any of my children, after considering all these factors, say they are ready for marriage, we (parents) would meet the person and if we like them, we would give them our blessings."

Chacha Eke-Faani And Husband Austin Faani Welcome Their 4th Child

Posted: 28 Apr 2021 04:30 AM PDT

Barely few hours after posting her adorable pregnancy photos on social media, Nollywood actress Chacha Eke Faani and her husband Austin Faani have welcomed a baby.

Chacha Eke-Faani and her husband, Austin Faani, have welcomed their 4th child. The  excited couple took to Instagram to share photos of their newborn daughter.

Her filmmaker hubby posted cute photos of Chacha and the new born  baby, revealing that Chacha put to bed, a bouncing baby girl.

The girl, born today, April 24, has been named Diamond Kandilichukwu Faani.

The couple now have three daughters and a son.

He captioned the photos, "I AM THE ONE THE LORD HAS TREMENDOUSLY BLESSED.The Almighty continues to increase us on every side. Thank you God for coloring our world with the arrival of our 4th Baby. Welcome home DIAMOND KANDILICHUKWU FAANI. 24th April 2021. I love you my little Queen. Your coming has blessed my soul and favoured our family greatly."

Actor Lateef Adedimeji: How I Once Thanked Fan Who Slapped Me

Posted: 28 Apr 2021 04:00 AM PDT

Celebrities have encountered different things in the hands of their fans, some sweet and some bitter. For popular actor, Lateef Adedimeji, one of his experiences might not be described as sweet, after he was hit by a die-hard fan.

The seasoned actor has narrated how he once had to thank a fan for slapping him.

He told Sunday Scoop, "Out of excitement, a fan suddenly gave me a 'hot' slap. She said, 'Oh my God! Lateef Adedimeji'. I moved back in anger and saw her smiling. I just had to say 'thank you'. I had smile by force, by fire. Things like that happen. We just have to manage them because they are out of love. We cannot push them away."

Adedimeji also stated that he always made sure to mix his personal life and career. He said, "It has not been easy (staying out of drama) because as actors, we lead two lives. Our lives on movie sets are quite different from our lives as normal people. However, a lot of our fans don't even understand that.

"They mix up the two. I like to keep my things private and do things on my own. When it's time for the public to know what I am doing, they will surely know. It has not been easy but I am someone who likes to be careful.

"However, despite my carefulness, I still have to go through a lot of things. To an extent, I have been managing things with God on my side."

Adedimeji, who is noted for speaking Yoruba with an Igbo accent in some films, said he started doing that to stand out from other actors.

He said, "While I was at the Olabisi Onabanjo University, I was involved in stand-up comedy but at a point, I left it. However, one day, I had to act with some A-list actors and we were to speak Yoruba. I then asked myself, 'How would I be able to stand out among them'? I had to speak to the director, asking him if I could speak another 'version' of Yoruba. I used the accent and from then on, I had to develop it more."

The actor also maintained that any celebrity who was not sure of what they stood for could easily be swayed by the expectations of fans.

He added, "If care is not taken and one does not know oneself or what one stands for, one would follow the crowd and lose being oneself. The worst thing in life is for one to lose oneself trying to impress other people.

"No matter the circumstances, one should always be oneself. Anybody who loves you would stick to you regardless."

Power Star, Rotimi And Singer Vanessa Mdee Share Steamy Photo

Posted: 28 Apr 2021 03:30 AM PDT

It looks like actor Rotimi and his fiancee Vanessa Mdee are going strong by the day! The "Power" actor and the Tanzanian singer were seen in a cuddled up in a pool looking steaming hot.

Rotimi and Vanessa Mdee have shared a steamy photo they took together, to their respective Instagram accounts.

The couple, who announced their engagement last December, posed for a photo while on a getaway with loved ones for Rotimi's birthday.


The Nigerian-American actor and the Tanzanian singer were pictured in a pool, packing on the PDA.

Oprah Winfrey Reveals She Was ‘Surprised’ By Meghan Markle’s Racism Claims

Posted: 28 Apr 2021 03:00 AM PDT

Oprah Winfrey has revealed her explosive interview with Meghan Markle dropped a bombshell even she didn't expect.

Oprah Winfrey who admitted that she was surprised that Meghan Markle "went all the way there" with allegations of racism against the royal family during her interview with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.

Meghan and Prince Harry made a number of revelations during their interview with Oprah, which aired in March. One of the most shocking revelations was Meghan's claim that royal family members had had "conversations with Harry about how dark [their son Archie's] skin might be when he's born".

A shocked Oprah asked, "What?" during the interview.

Harry later corroborated his wife's claim, saying the conversation "shocked" him, but refused to identify who had the conversation with him.

Speaking to Nancy O'Dell on talkshoplive, Oprah said: "I'm like, 'What? You're going there? You're going all the way there'.'"

Oprah told Nancy O'Dell that she had only texted with Harry, 36, and Meghan, 39, before the interview.

Oprah explained: "Whenever I'm doing interviews with anybody for anything that is significant, I have a conversation with them before.

"I didn't see Harry and Meghan before but I did text them and say intention is very important to me, tell me what your intention is, so that we can be aligned in our goal. And our shared intention was the truth. They wanted to be able to tell their story and tell it in such a way that allowed them to be as truthful as possible."

She continued: "The reason why it was such a powerful interview — first of all, I know how to ask questions, and you [Nancy] know how to ask questions, we all know how to do our jobs, but what makes it powerful is when you have someone else who is willing to be as open, as vulnerable, as truthful, as they were.

"So, I don't give myself credit for that, I give myself credit for asking the questions, but the reason the interview was what it was, was because they answered the way they did."

‘You Will Be Next’ Rita Edochie Threatens Nigerians Who Blame Her Over Ada Jesus’ Death

Posted: 28 Apr 2021 02:30 AM PDT

Nollywood actress, Rita Edochie has threatened Nigerians who have persistently slammed and blamed her for the death of comedienne, Ada Jesus' death.

This comes after the 22 years old mother of two died of heart failure after a prolonged kidney problem.

Recall that Ada Jesus was taken by her family members when she was alive to ask for forgiveness from Rita Edochie and her pastor, prophet Odumeje, after she called them out on social media.

Rita Edochie and Odumeje blatantly refused to forgive her, condemning her to death as they asked her to provide proof of everything she said.

"You will die with this sickness", Rita Edochie angrilly told Ada Jesus who was lying half dead on the floor.

Days after the saga, Ada Jesus died at an Abuja hospital where she was been treated for kidney disease.

Some Nigerians took to social media to blast Rita Edochie for not forgiving her (Ada Jesus) and condemning her to death even at the point of death.

Reacting to it, Rita shared a video on her page and threatened people dragging her. She wrote "FOR THOSE OF YOU STILL TALKING ANY HOW, YOU WILL BE THE. NEXT ON THE LINE. I DON'T KNOW THIS BOY BUT I WANT TO THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SAYING THE TRUTH, MY MIND AND THAT OF MY FAMILY."

Jay-Z Talks About His Family And How He’s Survived Lockdown; Reveals How He Will Like To Be Remembered

Posted: 28 Apr 2021 02:00 AM PDT

Music mogul, JAY-Z, has opened on how he coped with his family and stayed productive during quarantine.

Recall that few months ago,  Jay-Z launched his own cannabis brand, sold half of his champagne brand Armand de Brignac to LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton and sold a majority ownership stake in TIDAL to Square, Inc.
 
In a rare interview with The Sunday Times to promote his partnership with Puma as creative director, Jay-Z, 51, discussed his life in lockdown with Beyoncé and their three children.

"In the beginning it was time for everyone to sit down and really connect, and really focus on family and being together, and take this time to learn more about each other," says JAY-Z.

"And then, as it wore on, it's like, 'OK, all right, what is the new normal?'"

"If anything came from this," Jay says of the pandemic, "it's that we have to recognize that we're all connected. It's a metaphor for how connected we are."

He also revealed he has no plans to tour in the near future.

"I'm not planning it, but I'm definitely missing it," he says.

During the zoom call interview, Jay takes a moment to acknowledge his youngest daughter off camera. "Hiii, beautiful!" he says while blowing kisses.

"That's my youngest daughter, Rumi."

Despite his many businesses Jay-Z says family remains his "foundation."

"Feeling loved is the most important thing a child needs, you know? Not 'Here's this business that I'm going to hand over to you, that I'm creating for you,'" says JAY-Z.

"What if my child doesn't want to be in music or sports? I have no idea, right? But as long as your child feels supported, and feels loved, I think anything is possible."

He adds, "Just make sure we provide a loving environment, be very attentive to who they want to be. It's easy for us, as human beings, to want our children to do certain things, but we have no idea. We're just guides."

Following the trial of Derek Chauvin for George Floyd's murder, Jay-Z says says there's still a long way to go but acknowledges that progress has been made.

"As a human race we're still on basic things. We're still on Stop Asian Hate. We can't sit and cry over spilt milk, but we do have to acknowledge that there's milk, right?" he says, adding, "Are we here today? No. Are we further than 50 years ago? Yes."

Although he rarely uses social media, Jayz says its necessary for today's stars.

"You can't give someone a microphone for 24 hours a day and [have them] not think they have to use it!" he says. "These kids, it's unbelievable. Imagine having a microphone and you're asked about social justice questions at 18 years old?

It's like, 'What? I'm meant to know the answer, and if I don't answer the correct way, if I don't say everything right, even if my intentions are right, and I don't say the same right thing, it's going to be everywhere.'"

Speaking about how he'll like to be remembered Jay Z said;. "I have no idea,"

"I'm not beyond ego, right? Hopefully they speak of me [with] the names of Bob Marley and all the greats. But that's not for me to say."

When asked what he's most proud of, he responds, "I'm most proud of overcoming my circumstances and providing opportunity for people who look like me and who came from the same situation that I've come from."

Uti Nwachukwu – How Culture And Religion Have Chronically Repressed Nigerians Sexually

Posted: 28 Apr 2021 01:30 AM PDT

As the subject of sexuality continues to gain ground among Nigerians, actor, Uti Nwachukwu, opines on how culture and religion have chronically affected Nigerians sexually.

Uti is of the opinion that culture and especially religion have greatly repressed Nigerians when it comes to issues of sex and sexual liberation.

In a Twitter threat he shared this afternoon, the actor opined that the repressive cultural and religious actions are responsible for the seeming dangerous obsession of sexuality in Nigeria.

"Culture&especially religion have played major roles in chronically repressing Nigerians sexually. That's why the country seems to be dangerously obsessed with sexuality!

You condemn people but you flock to public pages to express how much you don't approve of their sexual Liberation. It's always who's sleeping with who or what

Thats why when Someone Says or does something sexually explicit, Boom!!! THEY BLOW. Confused much ?? Don't know bout you but if I despise someone/something, I stay totally away from all topics concerning it/them"

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