Sweet Revenge, a Nigerian movie shot by a Canadian/Nigeria film director, Pascal Atuma has made Kevin hart’s Just for Laugh Festival top 10 final shortlisted films in North America. The movie – short film – will contest for the top five most popular comedy films which would be selected by fans to be screened at the Just For Laughs Festival on Thursday, July 26, 7 pm at the Phi Centre, Montreal. Produced By Ola George & Pascal Atuma for Diamond Pictures Inc, Toronto, Canada, the movie stars Naomi Sundiata Nelson Morris, Lou Daniels, Bebe Obi- Okoye, Wendy German and Razie…
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Falz has unveiled the first signing of his Bahd Guy record label in the person of talented singer, Sir Dauda. At the Trace Live ‘Becoming Falz The Bahd Guy’ event, which held on Friday, July 13, Falz had brought out Sir Dauda on stage during his set, where he officially welcomed the singer to the Bahd Guy family and presented him with a gold chain to the delight of the crowd. ”This guy here is the future”, Falz boldly declared during the welcoming process. The duo then proceeded to perform the hit single, Boogie from Falz’s third studio album, 27,…
Ebuka met his darling wife, Cynthia on social media – Twitter to be specific – before they got married two years ago and we have proof. During her Instagram story for the day, Cynthia was asked on how she met her husband, and she simply replied with the word, Twitter. When queried further on who made the first move, Cynthia disclosed that Ebuka sent the first text. In 2017, Ebuka’s friend and singer, Banky W had revealed that he slid into his wife, Adesua Etomi‘s DM (Direct Message) and asked if they could be friends. Ebuka Obi-Uchendu got married to…
Reality star Kylie Jenner is on her way to becoming the first billionaire model in history. Jenner, who turns 21 on August 10, 2018 currently worth $900 million according to Forbes Magazine. It also says that Jenner, in part, built her company by leveraging her huge social media platforms, which has been the key to its rapid growth. The young Jenner outsources her production to an Oxnard, California-based manufacturer and sells it all through the online platform Shopify. In the interview with Forbes, Jenner said: “Social media is an amazing platform. I have such easy access to my fans and…
Chinua Achebe and Chimamanda Ngozi made the list of ex-president of U.S., Barack Obama’s recommended books to read for 2018 summer. Obama, America’s first black president made the announcement when he took to his Twitter and Facebook handles to announce that he would be visiting Africa for the first time since he left office. For Obama, Africa had always remained a source of inspiration for him especially through the continent’s literary tradition. “Over the years since, I’ve often drawn inspiration from Africa’s extraordinary literary tradition. As I prepare for this trip, I wanted to share a list of books that…
With 20 Primetime Emmy Awards in its kitty, HBO’s “Game of Thrones” leads the nominations of the 70th edition of the annual Primetime Emmy Awards. On Thursday, July 12, the nominees for the 2018 Primetime Emmy Awards – the 70th edition – was announced by actress, Samira Wiley and actor Ryan Eggold. On the nomination list, Game of Thrones and Westworld, emerged the most-nominated dramas with 22 nominations each – including the awards’ technical categories. Newly returning to the Emmys race, Game of Thrones after a brief hiatus in 2017, the HBO power drama has Lena Headey nominated for Supporting…
Ramsey Nouah has revealed how a female fan once slipped her pant in his pocket while saying he looked so cute. Speaking with Punch, the actor said the incident which was the most embarrassing in her career happened during a journey to the United States of America. He said: “There was a cocktail event many years ago in the United States and I was talking to some dignitaries about business, work and other things when a lady came and whispered in my ear, “You’re so cute” while slipping her hand in my pocket. As she left, I reached for my…
Mary Akpobome, the wife of top comedian, Alibaba has turned 50. And to celebrate her, Alibaba shared Mary’s beautiful pictures with words of encomium. In a series of Instagram posts, Alibaba expressed his love to Mary, appreciating her hard work, strength and perseverance. “Happy 50th Birthday to @mummymary_ you deserve a huge celebration. You have persevered. You have laboured. You worked hard. You sacrificed. You prayed. You hustled. You put in the time. You were bruised. You were discounted… still you rose. “Above everything you had God. You had friends. You had mentors. You had family. You had guts. You…
The last few days in Ekiti state have been full of political tension over the forthcoming governorship election and I Go Dye feels Gov Fayose deserves being attacked. The comedian made this known on his Instagram page on Thursday, July 12, 2018, after Gov Fayose of Ekiti state alleged that he was beaten and tear-gassed by police officers in the state. “When pensioners protested this is what they got when we protest for fuel pump hike this is what we get when we protest against bad leadership this is what we get when we protest on power failure or increase…
Jim Iyke is finally letting all of his fans, admirers and even the nosy followers on social media when he will be getting married. During an exclusive interview, the talented actor said his marital and personal life has become a major topic of discussion on social media which he feels shouldn’t be so. “I just knew you guys were going to ask this question but this is what I find interesting, people have asked why do I wear a wedding band and my very humble response is the way I have operated in the last few years, I decide what…
It is no longer news that an On-Air personality,Misi called out Tiwa Savage a few days ago while interviewing Yemi Alade but what is new that, Dotun (Another OAP) is coming to the defense of the singer. He shared quite a number of tweets where he talked about OAPs not crossing the line in broadcasting. “Now I saw the Tiwa story and this is my take on a few OAPs. It is okay to have an opinion but you shouldn’t cos of the ethics but if you must, stop pulling off a “Chalarmagne” on things you know nothing about or…
Toke Makinwa misses the idea of her coming home to the arms of a man. The beautiful multi-talented media personality made this know on her Instagram stories on Thursday, July 12, 2018. “So at times like this guys, I wish I had a man to get home to just kick it with and just chat about, and at other times I grab the remote control…tv,” she said. Guys, Toke Makinwa is one gorgeous and talented woman and we wonder why you aren’t shooting your shots! Toke Makinwa keeps giving hints that she would be an amazing wife and mother only…
Davido might have concluded plans to exchange marital vows with his not so new anymore girlfriend, Chioma Avril with his recent Instagram post. On Saturday, July 14, 2018, Davido posted a picture of Chioma with the caption: “The Love of my life !! Can’t wait to spend forever with you ❤❤” And responding to the post in the comment section, Chioma replied saying: “I can’t wait either love you.” Earlier in 2018, Davido reveals Chioma as the woman after his heart and the only one who loves him dearly. Already, the biggest love story in the country right now is…
Timaya has said he’s a better father than many husbands, who are legally married and have children with their wives. In an interview, Timaya said that as a father to three children from two different women, he is a better than many husbands. “People fail to understand that a lot of baby daddies are better fathers than a lot of husbands. “The kind of role I play in my children’s life, I don’t think some husbands do that. I have time for my children, I love my children but some married men don’t even have time for their kids,” Timaya…
Akpororo has revealed that it is impossible to create new jokes ahead of every show as expected by fans of the comedy industry. The comedian noted that it’s a tough task to meet up with the expectations of fans, who turn out in large numbers to laugh and enjoy new jokes at every show. In a chat with Punch, Akpororo said: “Fans always want me to come up with new jokes for every show, but this is not possible because I am not a computer.” Continuing, the comedian said: “I rely on freestyle and spontaneity to come up with fresh…
Stars buy new cars every day but today we have a unique buyer in the person of Kunle Afolayan who just got a vintage car. The actor and movie director took to his Instagram page where he posted photos and a video of his latest addition to his garage. “Be different. I am! #standout #value #classic #vintage @adekunlegold @vintagecarsnigeria @vintagecarscollector Thunderbird Ford 1965,” he captioned the video. Kunle Afolayan joins the unending list of celebrities who have gotten really nice cars in 2018. We know this isn’t the end as we expect more of these guys to share photos of…
Cardi B has welcomed a baby girl with husband, Offset. The rapper took to her Instagram page on Wednesday, July 11, 2018, to announce the news, revealing her daughter’s name as Kulture Kiari Cephus. “Kulture Kiari Cephus 07/10/18 @offsetyrn,” she wrote. Congratulations Cardi B on the arrival of your baby. Cardi and Offset secretly got married back in September 2017. The private ceremony took place in the couple’s bedroom in Atlanta. After months of speculation, she officially confirmed her pregnancy in April during a performance on Saturday Night Live. Shortly after she confirmed her pregnancy, she performed at Coachella, but…
The emergence of Adams Oshiomhole as the national chairman of the All Progressives Congress has been faulted by the chairman of the Reformed All Progressives Congress (R-APC), Buba Galadima. In Galadima’s letter dated July 4, 2018, the R-APC leader told the electoral body that the Congresses leading up to the National Convention of the party were marred with serious irregularities and manipulations. “I write as a foundation member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), a member of its Board of Trustees, National Caucus and an automatic delegate at its National Convention, to bring to your notice that on 23rd June,…
Professor Jerry Gana, an ex-Minister of Information, has said Nigeria may collapse if the political party he belongs to, Social Democratic Party, SDP, is not given the opportunity to rescue the country. Gana said that he is concerned at the real prospect of Nigeria imploding unless the SDP comes to the rescue. “Being a patriotic and committed democrat who has carried a burden for the rapid, effective and even development of the country for decades, I am deeply concerned at the very real prospect of Nigeria imploding unless our great party comes to t The professor said he has what…
A civil society group, the Nigerian Youth Impact Movement, has condemned recent comments credited to Governor Aminu Tambuwal of Sokoto state. Tambuwal, a former Speaker of the House of Representatives had blamed the killings in some parts of Nigeria on the failure of leadership. “The growing spate of mindless shedding of innocent blood has brought a new dimension to the reprehensible state of insecurity in the country. That is not what Nigerians voted for in 2015″ Tambuwal announced. In a reaction, the youth group however described Tambuwal’s comments as “disheartening” adding that the Governor had “no moral right to cast…