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Box office powerhouse Funke Akindele has sparked an interesting conversation about work-life balance in the entertainment industry after playfully challenging a fan’s perception of her notorious work ethic. The exchange, which occurred on Twitter, has drawn attention from fellow celebrities and fans alike, offering a glimpse into the demanding world of Nigeria’s most successful filmmaker. The discussion began when a Twitter user shared how Akindele’s seemingly relentless work ethic serves as personal inspiration, stating that thoughts of the filmmaker’s continuous hustle motivate them to push through moments of fatigue. Akindele’s response, written in pidgin English – “Na lie. I dey…
Nollywood actress Jayeola Monje has received the endorsement of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, for her forthcoming project during a meaningful visit to the ancient palace. The meeting took place during the Queen Moremi Ajasoro 2024 event in Ile Ife, Osun State. Visual documentation of the visit captured profound moments of cultural respect, with Monje observing traditional protocols by kneeling before the monarch during their initial interaction and later sitting on the floor for extended discussions. These gestures of reverence highlight the continuing importance of traditional customs even in modern entertainment endeavors. The actress expressed deep appreciation for…
Nollywood actress Bimpe Akintunde has delivered a stirring message about female resilience, celebrating women’s innate ability to rebuild themselves after facing life’s challenges. Through a thoughtful social media post accompanied by striking photographs, the actress highlighted the remarkable capacity of women to emerge stronger from adversity. The timing of Akintunde’s message is particularly poignant, coming after her own recent triumph at an international awards ceremony in Canada. Her personal journey of persistence and achievement adds weight to her words about female resilience and reconstruction. The actress recently made headlines when she became emotional during her flight to Canada, reflecting on…
A lighthearted mother-daughter exchange has turned into a viral moment as Nollywood actress and filmmaker Mary Njoku shares an amusing conversation highlighting the generational divide between parents and their tech-savvy children. The ROK Studios director captured a candid car ride discussion where her young daughter attempted to empathize with what she perceived as her mother’s technologically deprived youth. The conversation took an entertaining turn when Njoku’s daughter expressed sympathy for her mother’s supposedly less privileged childhood, citing the absence of iPhones and limited internet access. The filmmaker, who hasn’t yet reached 40, found herself defending her own youth experience against…
Nollywood veterans Binta Ayo Mogaji and Jibola Dabo came together to celebrate their son Fareed Ademide Mogaji’s graduation from Lead City University, Ibadan. The celebration marked a significant milestone that brought the former couple together in support of their son’s academic achievement. The proud mother shared touching moments from the convocation ceremony through photographs posted on social media, capturing the family’s joy and unity despite their past relationship. Her gratitude-filled message, beginning with “Alihamdulillahi” (Praise be to Allah), reflected both her Islamic faith and overwhelming joy at witnessing her only son’s academic success. Fareed himself took to Instagram to acknowledge…
Veteran Actor Yemi Solade has exposed the transactional nature of some award ceremonies by sharing evidence of an organizer withholding his award plaque due to his refusal to pay for it. The light-skinned Yoruba actor shared screenshots of correspondence with an event organizer who explicitly linked award recognition to financial sponsorship. When Solade declined to pay, the organizer admitted to withholding the plaque to “save cost,” inadvertently confirming suspicions about the commercialization of entertainment awards. This revelation comes during a challenging period for Solade, who has recently faced various public controversies. The actor had previously made headlines for a misunderstood…
A moment of childhood curiosity turned catastrophic in Ilorin, Kwara State, when a nine-year-old boy accidentally set his family’s three-bedroom apartment ablaze while playing with matches. The incident, which occurred on Thursday at No. 52 Mandate Housing Estate, has reignited conversations about child safety and parental supervision during the approaching festive season. According to Hakeem Adekunle, the head of Media and Publicity for the state Fire Service, the devastating fire began when the young boy’s experimentation with matches ignited a mattress, leading to a rapidly spreading blaze that consumed the entire apartment. The incident serves as a stark reminder of…
In a daring assault that underscores the persistent security challenges in Nigeria’s Southeast, armed assailants launched an attack on a police checkpoint in Ajali, Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State, leaving two security operatives wounded and multiple vehicles destroyed. The incident, which occurred on Thursday, marks another episode in the string of violent confrontations that have plagued the region. According to Superintendent of Police Tochukwu Ikenga, the Police Public Relations Officer for the Anambra State Police Command, the attack resulted in gunshot injuries to both a police officer and a member of the Anambra State Vigilante Group (AVG).…
Another deadly explosion rocked the Dansadau-Gusau road on Friday morning, marking the third such attack in less than a week. The incident, which occurred between Dansadau and Malele, involved a truck carrying both passengers and agricultural produce, highlighting the growing vulnerability of civilian travelers in the region. The latest attack unfolded around 8:30 AM when a truck loaded with approximately 100 bags of grains struck an improvised explosive device (IED) that had been deliberately planted along the route. The devastating blast occurred just kilometers away from Dansadau, transforming what should have been a routine journey to the local market into…
Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has revealed that military intervention accounts for merely 30 percent of the solution to the nation’s security challenges. Speaking at a critical roundtable discussion in Abuja, General Musa emphasized that the remaining 70 percent relies heavily on political will and socio-economic development initiatives. The candid assessment came during the Roundtable Discussion on Nigeria’s Security and National Interest, a high-level forum organized by the National Counter-Terrorism Centre in collaboration with Defence Correspondents. The event, which focused on “National Security and National Interest: A Development Journalism Approach for the Defence Beat,” served as…