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“If Nengi can be 23, that means my grand ma is 25” – Nigerians react to Nengi’s age

Posted: 17 May 2021 01:00 AM PDT

Nigerians are in shock over the age of Reality star and brand influencer, Rebecca Nengi Hampton as she brags about her achievements at age 23.

Nengi Rose to stardom after making an appearance on the Big Brother Naija lockdown. Ever since she has continued to bag endorsements and deals.

However, the reality star has revealed her achievements at age 23. She tweeted;


"At 23 ..
CEO
Home owner SSA,
Girl Child development
Actress
Multiple brand Ambassador
Influencer of the Year
Humanitarian
Queen of Ninjas
David's Aunty"

Netizens are in shock at the revelation that Nengi who's well curvy and beautiful is 23 years old.

Here are the reactions generated;


BBNaija’s Nengi – “I’ll throw a party if Drake replies my messages”

Posted: 17 May 2021 12:30 AM PDT

Popular reality star and brand influencer, Nengi has revealed that she'll throw a party if American singer and songwriter Drake replies to her message.

Nengi might currently be one of the most sorts after talent in the entertainment industry but that has not stopped her from sharing details about those she adore in the industry.

The beautiful screen diva in a new post on her Twitter handle has now revealed her two favourite artists and what she's willing to do if they get an hint about the love she has for them.

Nengi was questioned by a fan who wanted to know where her loyalty lies in the music industry.

Replying to the question, Nengi noted that Davido remains her number one artists in the music industry but she would throw a party if Drake responds to her message.

See her post below:


BBNaija's Erica asks her fans what 'cut soap for me' means

Posted: 17 May 2021 12:00 AM PDT

Popular brand influencer and actress, Erica seems confused about the latest slang trending on social media 'Cut Soap For Me', asking fans what it really mean.

Nigerians have become famous for coming up with new trends and it wasn't surprising when 'Cut Soap For Me' started trending on social media.

According to some Nigerians, the term simply means asking your partner to show you the way to his success in life.

With top personalities already adopting the slang, Erica took to her social media platforms to ask fans for an explanation.

According to the beautiful screen diva, she's yet to understand the mystery behind the slang and would love someone to shed more light to it.

See video below:

[Video]: Wizkid’s son, Zion, shows off his dance skills alongside his dad’s manager

Posted: 16 May 2021 11:30 PM PDT

Nigeria music star, Wizkid's third son, Zion has blessed the face of fans and lovers with his dance skills which seem to have improved.

Wizkid might have been dominating the music industry but he still has time for his children, celebrating them whenever they hit a new milestone and also spending quality time with them.

However, the singer has another thing to brag about after his third son was spotted alongside his manager, Sunday Are.

Zion and Sunday have joined the rest of the world in celebrating the Eid Mubarak and they gave fans a stunning view of their dance skills.

Both parties danced in a way that showed how grateful they are to have been able to witness another Eid Mubarak celebrations.

See video below:



[Video]: Aki and Pawpaw announce new TV series, Fatty and Son’s Autos

Posted: 16 May 2021 11:00 PM PDT

Popular comic relief actors, Chinedu Ikedieze and Osita Iheme better known as Aki and Pawpaw respectfully have announced their latest series titled, Fatty and Son's Autos.

This is coming after fans of the veteran actors requested to see them on the screen once again after their long break from the movie industry.

Aki and Pawpaw have however listened to the plea of their fans as they unveil their latest TV series featuring Nedu and Muyiwa Adegoke.



Taking to Instagram, Pawpaw wrote;

"You guys asked for a tv series so here you have it!
This time we're adding Amala and ewedu to the menu @muyiwa.adegoke @nedu_wazobiafm 😄

The title is Fatty & Sons Autos

Where una go like watch am?"


Watch the video below;


“You see him as your god” – Reactions as Peruzzi says he hasn’t been to Church since he met Davido

Posted: 16 May 2021 10:30 PM PDT

Popular singer, Peruzzi trigger mixed reactions after declaring the last time he stepped foot in Church as a result of meeting the DMW boss, Davido.

Peruzzi had stated in an interview that he has not been to Church in like 4 years since he met the superstar singer, Davido.

His claim however triggered reactions with fans who questioned where his faith lies; in a true God or in his boss, Davido.

"That's because you see him as your God. But remember there is and will always be one God and that's Almighty God," a concerned fan wrote.

See more reactions from fans below …



“Gossip doesn’t pay bills” – Ubi Franklin sends strong message to haters

Posted: 16 May 2021 10:00 PM PDT

Popular music executive cum blogger, Ubi Franklin has sent a strong message to his haters on and off social media.

Ubi Franklin in the past few days has been caught in another drama with his baby mama Sandra Heuwa, a move that has sparked reactions from fans.

However, Ubi Franklin seems not bothered with all happenings around him as he urges people to stop gossiping as it doesn't pay bills.

According to Ubi, fans should rather do what they can legally to make money adding that they should stay in a happy relationship and not a sad one.

He wrote:

Brothers, do all you can legally to make money.
Build a home inside a house, make sure you stay in a happy relationship and not an unhappy relationship shown on social as happy.
Every time I try to fell bad about the things people have to say about me, I look around see my beautiful kids and I remember I promised to leave something for them as I am also trying to leave something in them.
Remain focused, Gossip don't pay bills, real work and hustle pays the bills.



Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury to fight in a ‘specially-built stadium in Saudi Arabia’

Posted: 16 May 2021 09:00 AM PDT

The mouthwatering heavyweight fight between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury will take place in a purpose-built stadium in Saudi Arabia, according to Eddie Hearn.

This comes days after the boxing promoter confirmed the fight will take place in Saudi Arabia on August 14.

Hearn has shared more updates on the upcoming fight, revealing that plans are in place for an entirely new venue to stage the fight for the undisputed heavyweight title.

Discussing the venue, Hearn told Sky Sports about the hosts in Saudi Arabia: "They want to build a new stadium. They have indoors options.

"In August at 11pm it will be about 23 degrees.

"They want to create something very, very special. Last time they built a stadium for the Andy Ruiz Jr fight in just seven weeks and it held 18,000.

"This will be a similar set-up.

Iniubong Umoren’s killer is not dead- Akwa Ibom police commissioner says

Posted: 16 May 2021 08:00 AM PDT

The Commissioner for Police in Akwa Ibom state, Andrew Amiengheme, has dismissed reports claiming that Mr. Uduak Ezekiel Akpan, the suspected killer of job seeker, Miss Iniubong Umoren, committed suicide in its police custody.

Reports that 20-year Akpan, who allegedly lured Miss Umoren with a job offer and subsequently raped and killed her, had committed suicide, was rife online today. The reports claim that he committed suicide with his trousers tied to metal after having his meal.

Dismissing the report, the state police boss in an interview with The Nation, said

"It is not true that Uduak Akpan has committed suicide. The suspect is in our custody. Maybe he committed suicide in the bedrooms of those peddling the rumour."

[Photos]: D’Banj Signs Tanzanian Signer, Feza To Record Label

Posted: 16 May 2021 07:00 AM PDT

Singer D'banj has announced the signing of Tanzanian artiste Feza Kessy to his outfit DB records.

The 40-year-old made the announcement on Friday via Instagram.

"I present to you @fezakessy; FIRST LADY of @dbrecordsofficial," he wrote, adding she would release a new song.

Confirming the update, Feza Kessy also announced on her Instagram page that DB records was her new family.

"To my friends, family and ninjas across Africa and the world, meet my new family @dbrecordsofficial @iambangalee," she wrote.


BBNaija’s Erica Finally Gives Green Light To Man Who Has Been Shooting His Shot At Her

Posted: 16 May 2021 06:00 AM PDT

A man who seems to be somewhat desperate in initiating a romantic relationship with reality star, Erica Ngozi Nlewedim has granted audience by BBnaija reality star.

The man identified as Mr Laolu has repeatedly bordered her with a deluge of public tweets, reacting to this, she exhort him to speak up earnestly, what he wants with her.




Lol ok mr Laolu let's hear what you have to say since you won't stop hounding me on all my social media. You sent countless public tweets so I'm sure you can say what you want in public too 😂😂😂😂 pic.twitter.com/qS2S44MzhO

— Erica Nlewedim⭐️ (@EricaNlewedim) May 13, 2021

Nollywood Actress, Genevieve Nnaji Talks About The Importance Of Prayer

Posted: 16 May 2021 05:30 AM PDT

Nollywood actress, Genevieve Nnaji has taken to Instagram to write about the importance of prayer.

Genevieve Nnaji asserted that prayer is very important as sometimes people's path to greatness is often altered by those who have derailed from theirs.

The actress, further said God set up all his children for greatness but most derail because of the kind of company they keep.

"Youth path to greatness is often altered by those who have derailed from theirs. They derail so far that they collide with you, forcing you off your trail. This is why prayer is key. Pray for the wisdom to recognise these obstacles as obstructions that they are to avoid going down with them." she wrote.

"In hindsight it pays to pray for others. That they may focus on themselves and remain on their path to greatness."

"Misery loves company. Those who dont want good for themselves wouldn't want good for you. "

"When we are on similar journeys to achieving our goals, our meetings would not be a collision. It would be destiny." she added.






[Photos]: Davido’s Daughter, Imade Signs An Endorsement Deal With Eva Baby Soap

Posted: 16 May 2021 05:00 AM PDT

Davido's first daughter Imade Adeleke has bagged an endorsement deal with the Eva Soap Nigeria.

The excited afrobeat star took to his twitter page to share the good news as he posted a picture of his daughter holding the said soap and smiling.

According to him, his ears won't rest as she will keep bragging about appearing on billboards following the endorsement deal.

Congratulations have since began pouring in as she now occupies the number one spot on twitterNG trends. Fans have likened her to her Dad saying she's already starting to achieve big while her Dad reigns supreme in Africa.


Davido has refused to vacate the spotlight since this year as he has been on the news for one reason or the other.

See his tweet below.


“At 23, I was a lawyer on a reality show” – Ebuka recounts baby steps that led to his success

Posted: 16 May 2021 04:30 AM PDT

Celebrity TV host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu joins the challenge of achievements at the age of 23 while revealing his struggles that led to his success today.

This 'achievement at age 23' became a trend after reality star, Nengi Hampson listed her achievement at such tender.

Joining the trend, Ebuka noted that at 23, he was already a lawyer trying his luck at winning the grand prize of a reality show where he lost. However, his loss was the beginning of greatness that he is celebrated for today.

In his words,

"At 23, I went on a reality show as a lawyer to win the prize money and go get a masters degree. Well, I did'nt win. But I now have 2 masters degreesand this other career."


Sound Sultan – Throat Cancer: I Will Tell My True Story Myself

Posted: 16 May 2021 04:00 AM PDT

Sound Sultan, real name Olanrewaju Fasasi, has debunked the fake news that was shared widely on Wednesday, claiming he was ill with throat cancer.

The 44 year-old musician in a post on Instagram Thursday wished muslim brothers and sisters Eid Mubarak.

Then he addressed the fake news, by thanking fans for the "massive" show of love, adding, "I will tell you my story myself it will be true THEN not false".

Meanwhile, the singer's senior brother Baba Dee has debunked reports that Sound Sultan has throat cancer.

Baba Dee, also a singer, expressed surprise at the news, although he confirmed that Sound Sultan was ill.

"He is sick and he is getting better in New York. But throat cancer. Na lie," the man born Dare Fasasi wrote in the message published by QEDng.

Multiple media reports on Wednesday, May 12th, said Sound Sultan was diagnosed with throat cancer and undergoing chemotherapy in the US.

‘You are fake, yet you laugh with Chioma’ – Nigerians drags Davido’s cousin over her comment on Mya Yafai’s page

Posted: 16 May 2021 03:30 AM PDT

Adenike Adeleke, the cousin of Nigerian sensational singer Davido, got more than she bargained for after commenting on the Instagram page of Davido's American girlfriend, Mya Yafia.

The video, vixen, shared a photo of herself on her Instagram page; reacting to the post, Adenike gushed over her beauty using the love emoji.

This generated several reactions as some social media users alleged that Adenike supports Davido's relationship with Mya Yafia.

BBNaija Star, Nengi Lists Out Some Of Her Achievements At 23

Posted: 16 May 2021 03:00 AM PDT

Big Brother Naija star, Nengi, who turned 23 in January has joined the viral #at23 trend on Twitter as she listed some of her achievements.

She wrote:

"At 23 ..
CEO
Home owner
SSA, Girl Child development
Actress
Multiple brand Ambassador
Influencer of the Year
Humanitarian
Queen of Ninjas
David's Aunty"


We will keep Baba Ijesha till court workers resume from strike – Lagos police commissioners tells Yomi Fabiyi and other protesters

Posted: 16 May 2021 02:30 AM PDT

Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Hakeem Odumosu has said that actor Olanrewaju Omiyinka a.k.a Baba Ijesha will be kept in custody till the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria calls off its nationwide strike and courts resume so that he could be arraigned.

Odumosu said this in response to the protest Baba Ijesha's friend and colleague Yomi Fabiyi, and others held on Wednesday May 12 at the State Criminal Investigation and Intelligence Department, Panti, Yaba, for his release on bail.

The police commissioner also disclosed that Baba Ijesha has been held in custody based on legal advice from the Directorate of Public Prosecutions in the state Ministry of Justice, and after a prima facie case had been established against him.

He said;


"When they got the SCIID today (Wednesday), they were advised by the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of the SCIID, and he told them that we have done our work and sought legal advice from the Ministry of Justice and the advice was that we should still keep him in our custody.

"When we concluded our investigation, we forwarded our report to the ministry for legal advice. The ministry advised us through the Office of the Public Defender. The legal advice was that there was a prima facie case established against him and some sections of the law were quoted in the advice. So, the advice was that he should still remain in our custody and to be charged for that."

Also revealing that Baba Ijesha's continous detention will be reviewed if JUSUN strike continues indefinitely, the police chief further disclosed that court workers have agreed to work for three days and continue their strike on the remaining two working days of the week.

“Save your money for TikTok costumes” Yomi Fabiyi tells Iyabo Ojo after she sued him for defamatory publication

Posted: 16 May 2021 02:00 AM PDT

Yomi Fabiyi is not fazed by the legal documents Iyabo Ojo filed against him.

The actor had alleged that Iyabo Ojo and Princess "promised to kill Baba Ijesha if released on bail" after he was detained for allegedly sexually molesting Princess' underaged daughter.

In response, Iyabo's lawyers sued him, asked him to retract the statment, apologize, and pay 100 million Naira in damages.

Reacting to the lawsuit, Yomi reshared the same defamatory post that brought about the suit and told Iyabo that he doesn't dignify everyone with a response.

He wrote:

Ignore any unnecessary CIVIL SUITS attached to my name, I don't dignify everybody with a response. Not even a non-criminal suit that lack merits and grounds. I don't have time to waste walai. Your lawyer will never tell you how many months, funds and process involve in civil suits.

Anyway, anybody drowning will cling on anything to survive. Save your money for feed and tiktok costumes, don't let any lawyer eat your money iyawo mi. You deserve better dear, time still dey to make a detour and save your face. I don't deal in social media court. Enjoy the funny moments.

OKO IYABO MOVIE LOCATION LOADING

Churchill Olakunle throws subtle shade says, “Everything he has lost has been replaced”

Posted: 16 May 2021 01:30 AM PDT

Tonto Dikeh's ex-husband, Olakunle Churchill has subtly shaded his ex-wife as he portrays his new wife, Rosy Meurer as being better.

The businessman took to his Instagram story to disclose that everything he had lost has been replaced with something better. He said he never lacked anything but rather transitioned from one phase of life to another.

Here's what he wrote;

"The best thing about life is that everything I've ever lost has been replaced with something better. I never lack. I just transition."


In a previous post, Olakunle shared a loved-up video between himself and his wife as he welcomes her and his child, King Churchill Jnr back to Nigeria.

Davido reacts to Yomi Fabiyi’s protest over Baba Ijesha’s continued detention

Posted: 16 May 2021 01:00 AM PDT

Afropop singer and songwriter, Davido has shared his thoughts over the protest done by actor Yomi Fabiyi over the detention of his colleague Baba Ijesha.

Baba Ijesha is currently in detention after he was arrested for allegedly defiling a 14-years-old girl, an action that has been condemned by some Nigerians.

However, Yomi Fabiyi has been consistent in showing support for Baba Ijesha and he staged his much-anticipated protest earlier this morning to demand his release.

Reacting to the protest staged by Yomi Fabiyi on his official Twitter account, Davido slammed the actor, noting that he's the only one without a face mask.

See his reaction below:

Actor, Walter Anga laments says, “A sachet of pure water is N20, what is left for the common man”

Posted: 16 May 2021 12:30 AM PDT

Nollywood actor and Rivers State Tourism Ambassador, Walter Anga took to his Instagram to lament about the cost of livelihood in the country.

Recently, the price of foodstuffs has escalated, even a sachet of water cost N20.

The actor shared a photo of him drinking a sachet of water as he asked, what is left for a common man who can barely afford to pay his rent for his apartment and N2000 units of electricity?.

Here's what he wrote;

"A sachet of pure water is now #20…What is left for a common man? When he can't afford to buy 2k units for electricity in a month talkless of him paying his house rent @150k annually and minimum wage is #30k. Time dey come when the poor will feed from the rich by fire by force"

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