Nollywood actress and movie producer, Adanma Luke, has begged for forgiveness from Nigerians over the tragic boat accident that claimed the lives of actor John Odonwodo, aka Junior Pope, and four others. In a video shared on her Instagram page on Monday, Luke, who was the producer of the movie titled “The Other Side of Life,” in which the crew were starring before their demise, stated that she has been depressed since the incident happened in April. She added that she’s gradually losing her life and is in need of prayers. Acknowledging the criticism she has faced online since the…
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Controversial social media activist, VeryDarkMan blasted Don Jazzy, Tiwa Savage, and other celebrities who donated money to Bobrisky while he was in prison. Recall that the crossdresser had taken to his Instagram page to reveal that while he was in prison, he had made a lot of cash donations. Reacting to the revelation, Verydarkman expressed his anger and annoyance at this and blasted the celebrities involved. He said that he has never seen them giving money to loads of schools in communities who lack basic teaching and learning materials but instead chose to donate to the crossdresser. The social media…
After spending 6 months in prison for naira abuse and his subsequent release in August 2024, Bobrisky has now publicly thanked the people who sent him money while he was away; including Don Jazzy, Victor Osimhen, Funke Akindele, Tiwa Savage and so on. Taking to Instagram on 25th of August, 2024, the controversial crossdresser publicly acknowledged the support he received from friends, celebrities, and fans during his incarceration. In a series of posts, he expressed his heartfelt gratitude to those who provided financial assistance during his time behind bars. Bobrisky wrote, “Few people that know me know I love to…
Martial arts actor Jackie Chan was named on Sunday as one of the torchbearers in the lead-up to the opening ceremony of the Paralympics in Paris. Jackie Chan, 70, known for his stunts and acrobatic fight scenes, will carry the flame on Wednesday afternoon in the French capital just hours before the opening ceremony, the organising committee announced. French actress Elsa Zylberstein, and dancer/choreographer Benjamin Millepied will also take part in the torch relay. As with the Olympic opening ceremony, Wednesday’s event will take place beyond the confines of the Stade de France, with a parade down the Champs-Elysees to…
Nollywood actress and movie producer, Sharon Okpamen, has reportedly died after childbirth. The Nollywood community has been thrown into mourning since the news of her demise broke out on the internet. Announcing the unfortunate incident via his verified Instagram page on Sunday, popular movie producer, Stanley Ontop said Sharon tragically passed on after spending days in a coma following childbirth. He wrote: “Nollywood Actor and Producer, Sharon Okpamen has unfortunately passed on. It’s a sad day for Nollywood & the Edo entertainment industry. “Sharon, who was a filmmaker, actress, entrepreneur & humanitarian, has left a significant void in the industry.…
The power couple ‘Zinwe’, comprising Zion and Chinwe, has been evicted from the BBNaija ‘No Loose Guard’ season. This eviction marks the fifth pair to leave the house, leaving only nine pairs to compete for the prize. Initially, five pairs were up for eviction: Wanni x Handi (Wanni and Handi), Doublekay (Kellyrae and Kasia), Chekas (Onyeka and Chizoba), Beta (Ben and Tjay), and Zinwe (Zion and Chinwe). The public’s decision marks a significant turning point in the season, as the remaining pairs must now navigate their relationships, alliances, and strategies to stay in the game. The eviction of Zinwe sets…
Nigerian singer Stanley Omah Didia, popularly known as Omah Lay has opened up about growing up in Nigeria and the influence of his family on his success. Speaking during a recent interview on the Zach Sang Show, the singer shared his perspective on growing up in Nigeria and how it has influenced his success. “It was beautiful growing up in Nigeria, where you have less,” Omah Lay said. “Now that I have more, I can use my experiences and resources in ways that people who have always had more might not. In my opinion, it makes you very strong and…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has urged Nigerian filmmakers to conduct due diligence before accepting funding for movie productions. The chairman of the Commission, Mr Olanipekun Olukayode stated this at the National Film and Video Censors Board Round Table Forum with film producers,exhibitors and distributors, titled “Morality and Ethics in Film Production in Nigeria at the Second Lagos International Film and Cinema Convention”. The chairman who was represented at the event by the Head, Public Affairs, EFCC, Lagos Directorate, Ayo Oyewole challenged filmmakers to ensure that the film industry does not become a soft target for funds laundered…
Controversial singer Ibrahim Olawale, popularly known as Brymo has voiced strong objections to the tradition of paying the bride price, suggesting it symbolizes the transfer of ownership over women rather than honouring their individuality and autonomy. Taking to his Instagram story on 23rd of August, 2024, Brymo shared his perspective on how the practice reflects outdated views of women as property. He wrote, “I saw in a movie scene the other day where a man told a female love interest that ‘a woman that can be bought is not worth having’.. and it all made sense to me without a…
Canadian Singer Justin Bieber announced on Friday the birth of his son, Jack Blues, with his model wife, Hailey, in a post that quickly garnered millions of likes on Instagram. “Welcome Home Jack Blues Bieber,” the Canadian singer posted, alongside a photo of the infant’s foot wrapped in a blanket, which has since received over 7 million likes. The celebrity couple had announced in May that they were expecting, sharing pictures of 27-year-old Hailey, a fashionista and businesswoman, cradling her belly. Justin Bieber, 30, first shot to global stardom as a teen pop sensation in 2009, producing hits such as…