Popular Nigerian social media commentator, VeryDarkMan, has taken a firm stance against Pastor David Ibiyeomie following the pastor’s recent warning to bloggers and media outlets who report on him or his church. In a trending video, the Salvation Ministries founder had issued a stern warning, insisting that no one should post anything about him online, whether favorable or not. His statement sparked significant public reaction, with many accusing the pastor of attempting to silence press freedom through intimidation. Reacting via a video on Tuesday, VeryDarkMan accused Pastor Ibiyeomie of using his influence to oppress others, especially by threatening to involve…
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Bishop David Abioye, Pastor of Living World Conquerors Global Assembly, has expressed strong disapproval of men who wear earrings or braid their hair in a feminine style. While addressing his congregation in a sermon captured on video and shared on Monday, the cleric questioned why a man would choose to imitate a woman’s appearance, stressing the importance of dressing in a respectable and dignified manner. “Kings are recognised for royalty, mentally and physically. Stop behaving like a street boy, including your appearance. Don’t dress carelessly. Royalty is synonymous with kingship,” he said. READ ALSO: He urged men to present themselves…
Nigerian singer Skales has shared a message of encouragement for up-and-coming musicians, highlighting the value of consistency in achieving success. In a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), the artist emphasized that perseverance can often be the deciding factor between giving up and reaching one’s breakthrough moment. He noted that many budding talents stop trying just when they are on the verge of something big. “Your music can take you around the world,” Skales wrote. “You just have to be consistent enough to witness it. Most artists quit right before the blessings arrive. Keep pushing.” READ ALSO: His advice comes…
Jason Njoku, the Chief Executive Officer of IrokoTV, has opened up about the struggles his company faced in the Nigerian movie streaming industry, describing their $100 million investment as a hard lesson learned. Speaking in a Facebook interview with media personality Chukwudi Iwuchukwu, Njoku said the platform’s efforts to thrive in Nigeria were met with significant obstacles, and ultimately, the company had to pull out of the market after years of financial strain. Founded in 2011 and officially launched in 2015, IrokoTV operated under difficult conditions for over a decade. According to Njoku, the company spent its first ten years…
Nollywood actor Daniel Etim-Effiong recently reflected on a short chapter in his life when he dated multiple women at once, describing it as a learning experience. During an interview with Chude Jideonwo, he was asked if he considered himself a womanizer before marriage. He replied, “It depends on what is your definition of a womanizer.” When the interviewer clarified that it meant juggling several romantic relationships at the same time, Etim-Effiong acknowledged, “Maybe there was a time in my life I was… I wouldn’t say for long periods of my life. Maybe for some certain periods that I explored. So,…
Tensions have flared between controversial singer Portable and popular skit maker Carter Efe following a disagreement over a ₦10 million fee requested by Portable for a TikTok live appearance. Carter Efe had reportedly contacted Portable, asking him to feature in one of his live sessions. However, things quickly went downhill after the singer demanded ₦10 million to participate. Shocked by the demand, Carter took to social media to express his frustration, saying, “How much we dey make for the live stream? I just tire.” READ ALSO: In response, Portable launched into a scathing rant, accusing Carter of trying to take…
Stephen Nana, popularly known as Stevenator and former manager of Afrobeats star Asake, has shed light on the real reason behind his decision to step away from managing the fast-rising artist. In a candid interview making rounds on social media, Stevenator—who managed Asake between 2022 and 2024—explained that the singer’s rapid rise to stardom became overwhelming, especially for someone new to the management scene. Recounting how he got involved, he said it all began with a call from YBNL boss Olamide, who asked him to take on the responsibility. READ ALSO: “Olamide called me one day and told me that…
Controversial Nigerian social media critic VeryDarkMan has expressed strong displeasure over a Nollywood movie that appears to depict his life without his consent. The critic’s outrage followed the circulation of a movie poster on social media featuring veteran actor Gentle Jack in a role that closely mirrors VeryDarkMan’s persona. READ ALSO: The film’s title and character portrayal make clear references to VeryDarkMan’s identity, but the filmmakers reportedly did not seek his approval. In a video shared on his Instagram page on Sunday, VeryDarkMan stated that while he wouldn’t oppose a film adaptation of his life, he felt disrespected by the…
Fuji musician Okunola Saheed, known as Osupa, has decided to withdraw the legal action he had filed against controversial singer Badmus Okikiola, popularly called Portable. Osupa’s legal representative, Ahmed Opalekunde, confirmed the development to The PUNCH Online on Tuesday, revealing that a formal notice for the withdrawal of the case was submitted to the Upper Area Court 1, High Court in Ilorin. This came after Portable had been summoned to court on Monday by the Kwara State Police Command following Osupa’s formal complaint against him. In his complaint, Osupa accused Portable of engaging in criminal defamation, intimidation, inciting public unrest,…
Police operatives in Niger State have arrested four individuals accused of kidnapping, with firearms recovered during their capture in Rijau Local Government Area. The state’s police spokesperson, SP Wasiu Abiodun, announced the arrest in a statement on Monday. He said the suspects—Shehu Mohammed, 35; Mamman Sani; Daudu Mohammed, 37; and Jibrin Ahmodu—were taken into custody on April 12 by officers from the Rijau Division. Security personnel reportedly found two locally made pistols and a Dane gun in their possession. Preliminary findings indicated the group had abducted a woman from Angwan-Gwanda village in Rijau about a month earlier. The victim, who…