Kemi Adetiba who has been battling some criticism concerning her job which was described by few as “more hype than talent”, has finally addressed her critics, revealing that a new movie is about to be released. The top filmmaker who was recently featured in CNN’s “African Voices” took to her Instagram page to share her thoughts on the issue and has managed to leave many more people surpried of this new development. In her statement, she revealed that she has started shooting her new movie, “King of boys” and considering the fact that her debut feature film, “Wedding party” is…
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Kunle Afolayan has said that he is working on a TV series to make its debut next year and with what he has done with the camera in the past, we are super excited. The top movie producer took to his Instagram page to share a video clip of himself along with a team of writers including Tunde Babalola, Ropo Ewenla and Tunji Azeez, as well as the esteemable presence of Baba Ifayemi Elebuibon as chief narrator. “Today is a special day for me. I am working on a TV series against next year. I’m privileged to have Baba Ifayemi…
After the reduction of age limit for political offices, a few celebrities have made known their interest in getting into politics. Basketmouth has joined those set of people, indicating his interest in running for Governor. The popular comedian will be running as the first multi-state governor. His campaign poster displays that he intends to be voted as the Governor of Imo, Abia, Rivers, Cross Rivers, Awka Ibom, Lagos states. You will recall that Kcee and Yul Edochie have revealed their intentions to run during the Governorship election of Anambra state.
Nollywood actor Segun Arinze says Afrobeat legend, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, never got the respect he truly deserved in Nigeria. According to him, the late Afrobeat icon was a prophet whose deeds encouraged other musicians in Nigeria to pass positive messages through music. In an interview with the NAN on Wednesday, August 2, 2017, Arinze said everything Fela addressed in his songs were still relevant. “He is a great icon and till date, his music still stands relevant. Most of those things he said in all his songs are prevalent till date. He was like a prophet but as the saying…
D’banj is having massive fun with his daddy duties and he seems to not be taking it lightly. The ‘Why Me’ singer recently shared a shot of his son wearing a sunshade proudly like daddy. ”Swag like Daddy #KingDonCome,” he wrote alongside the shot via Instagram today, August 4, 2017. D’banj and his son Daniel are already creating their own Instagram love story and we’re enjoying every bit of it. On June 1, 2017, Daniel gave his dad a shout out after the singer teased fans with his new project. “Love you daddy,” Daniel’s Instagram handle said.
Paul Pogba will be the X-factor in Manchester United’s title challenge this season, former defender Denis Irwin has predicted. The 51-year-old expects Pogba to be the key cog in a United team which he says has been improved by manager Jose Mourinho’s summer signings. And he believes striker Marcus Rashford will score more goals following last season’s reliance on Zlatan Ibrahimovic. “I expect Paul Pogba to be a really powerful player this year,” said Irwin. “I expect Manchester United to challenge for the title. More consistency is needed. We drew too many [last season] and I think more goals are…
Edo Governor, Godwin Obaseki, former governor, Adams Oshiomole and Prof Itse Sagay, Chairman Presidential Advisory Committee against Corruption, on Friday, hit the nail on the head again about the need for the country to remain united. They were united on this position at the 20th Wole Soyinka Annual Lecture Series in Benin, against the backdrop of the current call in some quarters for restructuring of the country. Obaseki, who chaired the occasion, said the country’s unity was not negotiable and expressed faith that would become great and prosperous again. The governor said that the country needed the right leadership at…
Nollywood actress Ronke Oshodi Oke is pissed over an interview with Broadway TV as she says it was edited. According to her, the video was edited to tarnish her image. The actress was quoted saying ‘if she were the breadwinner of her family, she wouldn’t cook for her husband’. “It’s not because we don’t want to be in our husband’s house or we are not submissive enough. I am going to pay the NEPA bill if you don’t have. I will do some certain things if you don’t have. So, you now come and expect me to cook for you…
American rapper Clifford ‘TI’ Harris and his wife, Tameka ‘Tiny’ Harris still have love enough in their hearts to celebrate their seventh wedding anniversary. The couple are in the middle of a divorce process initiated by Tiny in December 2016, but that has not prevented them from remembering one of the best days of their lives – their wedding day, July 31, 2010. TI posts a series of beautiful pictures from the big day on Monday and writes: “Happy 7th Anniversary Mrs. H. Looking at these pics, it seems like the time flew by. Never a dull moment… Every day…
Kcee is gunning for the Anambra state governor’s seat this year joining Yul Edochie in the race. The singer shared a poster via Instagram today, August 3, 2017, declaring his intentions writing, ”It’s about time, Big Announcement on Tuesday, August 8, 2017, at 11 am…. #Nottooyoungtorun #Attentiontodetail2017.” We reached out to his manager, Chiedozie Dike, who confirmed his intention to run. He said, “he has the intention to run and he has declared it.” When asked why the music star decided to run against Yul Edochie, he said, “Anybody can run, likewise it’s Kcee’s right to run.” Meanwhile, Nollywood actor…
Kemi Adetiba, who was in charge of “The Wedding Party,” said she knows an Oscar will come soon. On the latest episode of CNN’s African Voices, the Nigerian filmmaker talked about the success of the romantic comedy, her web series, “King Women,” and winning an Oscar very soon. “I was questioning my longevity in front of the camera. I’d also find it intriguing when I would go off for shoots with the cameramen. “I said: ‘Instead of just wasting a couple of years, how about I learn a new craft while I’m doing that? What is the thing that I…
Dammy Krane might not be exiting Miami-Dade anytime soon. The music star’s court hearing has now been moved from August 1 to August 17, 2017. According to the Miami-Dade County Criminal Justice Online System, the Felony case against Krane indicates that his arraignment hearing has now been scheduled for August 17, 2017. Dammy Krane will now appear in court at 9:15 am on the said date at the Justice Building, Room 4-3 with Courtney Erik as his defence attorney and Miguel De La O as the Judge. Dammy Krane has spoken about his arrest for grand theft in Miami. In…
Nigerian singer Maleek Berry is now a motivational speaker. The music star had his first ever TEDx Talk in Peckham, London. The singer shared the news with fans and followers via Instagram on August 2, 2017. “My first ever TED Talk is now available to watch on YouTube! Thanks to @tedxpeckham for having me and allowing me to tell my story & share my ideals! Hope it inspires some of you to Find Your Truth!,” he wrote alongside a short clip of the award winner doing his thing. Maleek’s verse on the Adey-produced track is part of the charm that…
Today is the birthday of music legend Daddy Showkey. Real name, John Asiemo, Daddy Showkey became a household name in the 90’s when he dropped his self titled debut album in 1994. The album created a new genre galala and featured the hit ‘Welcome Daddy Showkey’. His next album “The Ghetto Soldier” got him more success with his nationwide hit ‘Dyna’. Daddy Showkey was not only the pioneer of the galala sound but the first to usher in the dominance of Ajegunle music in the country.
Happy Birthday Uti Nwachukwu. The TV show host and actor blew up as one of the contestants of Big Brother Africa in 2008. He won the fifth edition of the reality show two years later. Born in 1982, Uti holds a Bsc in Computer Science and Education from Benson Idahosa University. He hasn’t made much use for his degree. Uti is a very popular media personality. He is the host of the MNET show Jara, and one of the new generation of Nollywood male actors. In 2014 he was chosen as the host of “STAR THE WINNER IS.”
Happy Birthday Jazzman Olofin. Jazzman Olofin is best known for his collaboration with Juju music star, Adewale Ayuba, on a song titled ‘Raise the roof’. He used to be a member of the popular hip hop group, X Appeal along with his former partner, Lexy Doo back in the early 2000’s. Enjoy ur day.
Nigerian singer Terry G has declared his intention to run for the governor and deputy governor of Benue state soon. The singer took to Instagram on August 3, 2017, to share the news with fans and followers. He wrote, “MY PEOPLE, THE TIME IS NOW. POWER BELONGS TO THE YOUTHS, SAY NO TO OLD CARGOS…VOTE TERRY G FOR GOVERNOR/DEPUTY OF BENUE STATE, I WILL MAKE YOU PROUD.WHEN I SAY LEGALIZE YOU SAY GINJAH..” If the singer is dead serious about his intentions, he takes a cue alongside Kcee and Yul Edohie in the race for political power. Meanwhile, after many…
Following the payment of over N5.1billion to workers by the state Government of Osun, pensioners under the aegis of Forum 2011/12 retired public servant in Osun staged a protest demanding for more payment from the government. The protest which happened alongside the 3-day Fidua prayers for Alhaja Saratu Aregbesola, mother of the governor who died on Tuesday, was staged to press home more payment from the government of Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola. The pensioners, who gathered at the entrance of the state’s secretariat, were seen discussing with no placards to bare their minds for their protest. Recall that the state government…
The Nigerian Army has warned Ekiti state governor, Ayodele Fayose, to desist from talking ill of the army by claiming that it is corrupt. The army issued the governor a very public warning on its official Twitter account (@HQNigerianArmy), tweeting, “Gov Ayodele Fayose should stop politicizing the military&military OPs, seek other avenues for your relevance. The Army today is not corrupt.” The tweet is believed to be a reply to the governor’s recent criticism of the military in relation to its fight against terrorist group, Boko Haram. After a report by the United States’ Department of State’s Bureau for Counterterrorism…
Nigeria has signed financing deals with oil majors Shell and Chevron to develop projects that would boost reserves and revenue, the state-run oil firm said on Thursday. “Two sets of alternative financing agreements on Joint Venture (JV) projects to boost reserves and production in line with government’s aspiration were executed in London on Monday,” said a statement by the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) in Abuja. “The two projects are expected to generate incremental revenues of about $16 billion within the assets’ life cycle including a flurry of exploratory activities that would generate employment opportunities in the industry, boost gas…