Kemi Lala Akindoju fondly called “Lala” is an actor, drama instructor, casting director and producer. She grew up in Lagos and started acting professionally in 2005. She has since featured in over 70 stage and film productions around the world. She was announced Actor of the Year at The Future Awards 2010 and was also nominated for the same award in 2012. She holds a Masters Degree in Mass Comunication from the Pan-African University. She is a member of the faculty at the Lufodo Academy of Performing Arts (LAPA), where she functions as a facilitator and teaches improvisation drama.
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Nigerian comedian cum actor, Ali Baba has reacted to the news of his wife, Mary Akpobome’s, suspension by Heritage Bank. According to him, his family is waiting to hear the banks position on the news. “Thank you to all who showed concern about the story concerning my wife. Let’s wait to hear the banks position.” This comes after Heritage Bank of Nigeria took an unprecedented step against one of its executive directors, Mary Akpobome. Mrs Akpobome was suspended indefinitely to go and recover loans she signed off on, reports Saharareporters. Mrs Akpobome and an unnamed account officer were sent packing…
Lil Kesh continues from where he left off in ‘Shele gan gan’ to gift the fans with new music titled ‘No fake love’. The song comes across as melodious and sees Lil Kesh go in expressing his disapproval of fake love shown to him.
Kim Kardashian has shared her very first photo with niece Dream Kardashian. “Hey beautiful girl,” she captioned the adorable photo that shows a happy Kim cradling baby Dream. Rob and Blac Chyna welcomed their bundle of joy, Dream Kardashian, on Thursday, November 10, 2016, at Los Angeles’ Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California. Meanwhile, on Monday, February 27, 2017, Kim shared a series of cute selfies with her son, Saint West. “The Keeping Up With The Kardashians” star treated fans to some throwback photos of ‘Sainty’ sitting in his high chair and glaring at the lens. “Look at his cheeks…
Davido is expecting baby number two! At least, we think he is the father of the child his Atlanta-based girlfriend, Amanda also known as Mandy, is carrying. The 24-year-old student of Georgia State University was born to Cape Verdean and Togolese parents. Reports have it that Mandy’s baby will be due in April or May this year. According to the reports, Davido is currently visiting with his second babymama-to-be in Atlanta. The pair were spotted at a bowling joint on Tuesday, March 6, 2017, in the company of the music star’s older brother, Adewale Adeleke. However, Davido’s management, DMW, is…
Media personality Toke Makinwa is celebrating International Women’s Day today, March 8, 2017. The author is celebrating herself with a letter to her 18-year-old self. “Dear 18 year old TM, I bet you feel you are all grown up now but there’s still so much growing up ahead of you, stop with all the fuss, all the things you think matter now won’t even cross your mind in 5 years, that is a fact. In essence, don’t stress the little stuff. Enjoy the process, cherish the moment, cherish where you are. You are growing up so fast girl, you want…
The Italian government has deported another batch of Nigerians for committing immigration-related offences in the country, just two weeks after it deported 33 Nigerians. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the fresh 37 deportees arrived at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMlA) Lagos, on Tuesday night. The deportees,who are all males, were brought back in a chartered aircraft with registration number OM-IEX. DSP Joseph Alabi, the spokesman of the Lagos Airport Police Command, confirmed the development to NAN. The deportees were received by officers of the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) , the National Agency for the Prohibition of…
Acting President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo will pay an official visit to Sokoto State on Thursday, March 9. During the visit, Osinbajo will expectedly hold interactive sessions with stakeholders in the state. This was disclosed by Governor Aminu Tambuwal via his spokesman, Imam Imam. “While in the Seat of the Caliphate, the Acting President will take part in a two-day nationwide clinic organised for micro,small and medium enterprises (MSME), which is being hosted by the Sokoto State Government,” Imam said via a statement released on Wednesday, March 8. “During the events, the Acting President will hold interactive sessions with government agencies,…
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mr Yakubu Dogara has called for more women participation in politics to enable them contribute meaningfully to the development of the country. Dogara made the call on Wednesday in Abuja to mark the 2017 International Women’s Day. The speaker also pledged to be bold for change, adding that it was in line with the theme for 2017 celebration. He stressed the importance of women inclusion in all fields of endeavour in the country, saying that anything short of that was unhealthy for nation building. According to him, a status quo that relegates women to…
Wife of President, Mrs Aisha Buhari, has challenged governments at all levels to rise to the global challenge of ensuring gender equality and empowerment of all women and girls. Mrs Buhari, who gave the challenge in her message to mark this year’s International Women’s Day, appealed all stakeholders to rise to the global challenge of ensuring the achievement of the goals in line with the objective of sustainable development goals. The Director of Information, Office of the wife of the President, Mr Suleiman Haruna, issued the statement on Tuesday in Abuja. Mrs Buhari, who congratulated the Nigerian women and women…
The Government of Osun State has just declared a two-day curfew in all of Ile-Ife city. This was disclosed to Pulse by Semiu Okanlawon, who is the Director of Communications and Strategy in the Office of the Governor. Ife has been embroiled in crisis for a few days now. The Government of Osun says it has caused deployment of heavy security personnel to the scene of the crisis in Ile Ife in Ife Central West Local Council Development Area of the state. The State government has assured residents of the readiness of the security forces to quell the face-off which…
img src=”https://www.theinfostride.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/AskSaraki-Town-Hall-5-Senate-President-Bukola-Saraki-Addressing-constituents-at-AskSaraki-Town-Hall-300×202.jpg” alt=”” width=”300″ height=”202″ class=”size-medium wp-image-143588″ />The Nigerian Senate on Wednesday, March 8, 2017, called on government at all levels to give women an equal quota in all elective offices. The resolution was sequel to a motion by Senator Binta Garba in line with the theme for the 2017 International Women Day; ‘Women in the changing world of work: Planet 50:50 by 2030′. Senator Garba expressed displeasure over the poor implementation of policies that prohibits violence against women and girls in public and public spheres including trafficking, sexual exploitation, early child and forced marriage female genital mutilation. The Adamawa…
APC national leader Sen. Bola Tinubu, has commended President Muhammadu Buhari for defeating the Boko Haram insurgents in the North-East. Tinubu, who made the commendation on Tuesday in Maiduguri while speaking with newsmen, said that Buhari’s efforts in taming the terrorists had saved the entire West African sub-region from their senseless campaign. He also lauded the Armed Forces for their gallantry in fighting the terrorists. He said “We want to thank, congratulate and salute members of the Armed Forces. “We also thank the Commander in-chief President Muhammadu Buhari for what he has done to avert further calamity by taking quick…
Kemen Ekerette and family have shut down rumors of an impending lawsuit against the organizers of the Big Brother show. The family of the evicted BBN housemate revealed that they have no plans to sue the organizers of the show over Kemen’s disqualification after he was caught on camera sexually assaulting fellow housemate, TBoss. Kemen’s controversial exit caused an uproar on social media with varied views on the issue. Punch reports that Kemen’s eldest brother, Mmenimkeakpaniko Ekerette, took to his Facebook page on Tuesday, March 7, 2017, to speak on the issue on behalf of himself and his family. He…
Outgoing Barcelona boss Luis Enrique claimed his side have the firepower to stick six goals past Paris Saint-Germain as they attempt to make Champions League history by overturning a 4-0 first-leg deficit on Wednesday. “If they can score four goals against us, we can score six. We have nothing to lose and a lot to win” said an uncharacteristically buoyant Enrique on Tuesday. The fierce criticism that came Enrique’s way after their humiliation in Paris three weeks ago has eased after he announced last week that he will step down after three seasons as coach at the end of the…
Newly appointed Ekiti State Police Commissioner, Mr Abdullahi Chafe, on Tuesday said he was not posted by the Federal Government to do a hatchet job ahead of next year’s gubernatorial election in Ekiti. Chafe, who assumed office last week, said in his maiden press conference in Ado Ekiti that he was also not in the state to fight the Governor, Mr Ayo Fayose. He was reacting to concerns expressed by some Ekiti elders, who accused the Inspector General of Police, Mr Ibrahim Idris, of transferring the former Commissioner of Police, Mr Wilson Inalegwu, to Kogi State without the knowledge of…
The Federal Government has released the Economic Recovery and Growth Plan (ERGP) which unveils a road map for Nigeria’s economic recovery growth and sustainable development. The Media Adviser to the Minister of Budget and National Planning, James Akpandem, announced this in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja. According to the adviser, the ERGP is available on the ministry’s website, www.nationalplanning.gov.ng and that of the Budget Office, www.budgetoffice.gov.ng. Akpandem said that the development of the plan went through rigorous processes, including wide consultation and robust engagement with stakeholders. “The plan has been approved by the Federal Executive Council. The core vision…
The Ekiti state Governor, Ayo Fayose has alleged that former President Olusegun Obasanjo looted funds while he was in government. According to reports, Fayose also said the former President should be jailed, adding that he is corrupt. Fayose also called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to investigate the assets of the former President. The Governor wondered if all the assets Obasanjo allegedly owns was acquired only with his salary when he was President. The Governor said “Look at somebody talking about corruption, when Obasanjo just returned from the prison, they should go and bring his picture and…
The great Nigerian actor Pete Edochie is 70 years old today. The Nollywood veteran is one of Africa’s most talented and famous actors. Born on March 7, 1747, Pete Edochie shot into limelight for his portrayal as Okonkwo in the NTA produced ‘Things Fall Apart’. Pete Edochie got into radio broadcasting in 1967 when he was 20 years old. He was the Junior Programmes Assistant. He was later promoted to the level of a Director. He would later become the Director of Programmes and also doubled as Deputy Managing Director. With the explosion of the home video industry in the…
Fitness trainer Maje Ayida, 44, is a deadbeat father according to his baby mama Crystal Cunningham. In a revealing interview with Linda Ikeji, Cunningham said Maje Ayida is not involved in his son’s life. “With respect to Maje, maybe you should ask him, what’s the nature of his relationship with his son,” she said in the exclusive interview. “Maje contacted us on Saturday for Ajani’s birthday right after I made a post about it on Instagram. He is only now reaching out more because of the media attention” claimed Crystal Cunnigham. She revealed that Maje Ayida only communicates with his…