Sunkanmi Omobolanle is a Nollywood actor and son of veteran actor, Papa Aluwe. Born to the family of legendary Yoruba actor, Sunday Omobolanle popularly known as Papi Luwe decades ago, Sunkanmi followed his father’s path by taking to acting at a tender age. The actor graduated from the Olabisi Onabanjo University in Ogun state after studying Business Administration and has over the years risen to become a popular face in the Yoruba movie industry. On June 30, 2011, Sunkanmi got married to the love of his life, Abimbola.
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Gabriel Afolayan also known by his musical stage name G-Fresh is a Nigerian actor and singer. He studied Theater Arts at University of Ibadan and is part of the renowned Afolayan entertainment family that comprises Ade Love, Kunle Afolayan and Aremu Afolayan. As an actor, Gabriel won the Best Supporting Actor award for playing “Tavier Jambari” in Hoodrush (2012). As a musician, he is known mostly for his hit songs, “Awelewa” and “Kokoro Ife”.
Tonto Dikeh’s husband, Oladunni Churchill, says he was never involved with actress Roseline Meurer. Contrary to reports, Churchill through his spokesman Mr Paul, said that Rose is not his personal assistant and he has no intimate relationship with Roseline Meuer. The philanthropist in an interview says Roseline is a Women and Child ambassador of the Churchill Foundation and what they share is just business. According to Mr Paul, “The foundation is all about empowering people. Our purpose is to be a blessing to the people of the world. Starting with Nigeria. We have brand ambassadors as you can tell. Rose…
Today is the birthday of Kanayo O Kanayo, Gabriel Afolayan and Sunkanmi Omobolanle. Kanayo O Kanayo, real name, Anayo Modestus Onyekwere is a Nigerian actor. In 2006 he won the African Movie Academy Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role. In 1992, Kanayo made his debut film appearance in the film Living in Bondage. The veteran actor has starred in over 100 films.
Manchester City midfielder Fernandinho insists the FA Cup remains a priority for his side despite their bid to advance in the Champions League. Last week’s thrilling 5-3 victory over French side Monaco has left Pep Guardiola’s side in a strong position to advance to the quarterfinals in a competition in which the coach has excelled throughout his career. But before the return leg, City must face second tier side Huddersfield Town in an FA Cup fifth round replay, with a place in the last eight of that competition at stake. And Fernandinho insists City are keen to add to their…
Jose Mourinho has challenged his Manchester United stars to use their dramatic League Cup final win against Southampton as a springboard to bigger prizes. Mourinho lifted the first major trophy of his United reign on Sunday after Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s late header clinched a 3-2 victory at Wembley. The 54-year-old is the first United manager to win a major competition in his maiden season at Old Trafford and the 19th trophy of his glittering career made him only the third boss, after Alex Ferguson and Brian Clough, to enjoy four League Cup triumphs. Now Mourinho wants his players to learn from…
Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp said everyone at the Premier League club was playing for his future following Monday’s 3-1 loss by struggling champions Leicester City. The Merseyside club, who have managed just one win in 2017, have seen their title bid falter as they have dropped to fifth, 14 points behind leaders Chelsea, with 12 games remaining. “We are all playing for our future – myself included,” Klopp told British media, taking much of the blame on himself. “I don’t think (the players) are not as good as I think they are, but they need my help to show it…
Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge’s future at the Merseyside club will be assessed at the end of the season, manager Juergen Klopp has said. The 27-year-old player, who has not scored in his last seven appearances for the club, has struggled with injuries and, according to media reports, could headline a list of potential departures from Anfield. “I have no idea what happens in the summer. It is not only Daniel but a lot of players,” Klopp told British media. “We will make decisions and speak about Daniel and any other players about what will happen at the end of the…
Claudio Ranieri will not have to wait long for another job following his sacking by Leicester City, Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said on Tuesday. Leicester’s decision to sack Ranieri less than 300 days after he took them to the Premier League title reverberated around world football and surprised Guardiola. “Yes of course (it was a surprise),” the Spaniard, whose side face second-tier Huddersfield Town in an FA Cup fifth round replay on Wednesday, told reporters. “But I think Claudio has to be proud. He is going to find immediately a new job.” Leicester rediscovered their form on Monday in…
Manager Jose Mourinho has instilled a winning mentality at Manchester United, midfielder Ander Herrera said after the club won their first major trophy of the season beating Southampton 3-2 in Sunday’s League Cup final at Wembley. With United pursuing further silverware in the FA Cup and Europa League, Portuguese Mourinho will be looking to add to his League Cup triumph in his first season in charge. “I think one of the things (Jose) Mourinho has brought to this club is he is a winner. He shared that with the group, with the team and with the squad,” Herrera told the…
Ekiti State Governor, Ayo Fayose has said that former President, Olusegun Obasanjo should not be taken seriously. Fayose also said that Obasanjo makes certain comments so he can stay relevant. The governor was addressing Obasanjo’s recent remarks on the likely emergence of an Igbo president in 2019. “Do you ever take Obasanjo serious? I don’t take him serious. By his nature, Obasanjo wants relevance at all times. We have worked with him and used to be his foot soldiers. I know him more than anybody in this country,” Fayose told The Sun. “He just talks, so that he would remain…
Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi has said that traditional rulers and Imams who beat their wives will be stripped of their titles. Emir Sanusi also described the act as barbaric adding that he would not allow it to continue in Kano. He made the comments over the weekend during a mass wedding of 1,520 couples sponsored by the Kano state government. “You should all come back to your senses and stop these barbaric [acts] because we will not allow this to continue in Kano,” he said. “I have warned all district heads, village heads, ward heads and imams to…
Everton manager Ronald Koeman paved the way on Tuesday for Wayne Rooney’s return to the club of his youth by saying he would make the side “stronger”. Last week Rooney said he was staying with Manchester United following persistent speculation he could make a lucrative move to the Chinese Super League. But doubts still surround the long-term club future of the 31-year-old Rooney, the England national side’s record goal-scorer, and Koeman appears ready to try to bring him back to Liverpool-based Everton. “I believe that Wayne Rooney is still playing at a high level,” Koeman told Sky Sports. “I think…
Olamide drops the visual for ‘Letter to Milli’, a heart-felt talk with his son. ‘Letter to Milli’ is off his latest album “The Glory”. The video was directed by Mr Moe Musa, shot in London UK.
Former Minister of Environment, Amina Mohammed will be sworn in as Deputy Secretary General of the United Nations (UN) today, February 28. This was revealed by Special Adviser to the Minister of Environment, Esther Agbarakwe. Mohammed officially left President Muhammadu Buhari’s cabinet on February 22, after a valedictory session held in her honour by the Federal Executive Council. The session was presided over by Acting President, Yemi Osinbajo, and became emotional when Mohammed and Minister of State for Environment, Ibrahim Jibril, started weeping. Mohammed’s colleagues described her as a role model and a source of pride to Nigeria while Osinbajo…
Pep Guardiola says Manchester City’s young players need to impress him to get their chance in the first team. City will play six games in the next 19 days and without Guardiola unable to select captain Vincent Kompany — as well as long-term absentees Ilkay Gundogan and Gabriel Jesus — for the FA Cup fifth round replay with Huddersfield he is considering rotating his squad for the demanding fixture schedule. But he says it is difficult to give too many youngsters an opportunity as he wants to win the trophy as well as challenge in the Champions League and Premier…
Timi Dakolo shares the video for ‘Medicine’, produced by Cobhams Asuquo. Timi Dakolo dedicates this one to the love of his life, and shows why he would be miserable without his better half around. Enjoy the visual story as directed by Clarence Peters.
Former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor, Charles Soludo, on Tuesday, February 28, paid a visit to the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu in Abuja. Soludo was joined by prominent economist, Pat Utomi on the visit to the Kuje Prison where Kanu is being held. Utomi and Soludo also urged the government to release Kanu from detention immediately. “We are a delegation of Nzuko Umunna, a pan-Igbo group. We visited Nnamdi Kanu to hear his own point of view as well as share our own point of view with him,” Soludo said. “We believe that…
Nollywood diva Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde turned 39 on February 7, 2017. The actress is currently enjoying a birthday gateaway in an undisclosed location. She shared this shot of herself in a jacuzzi with lighted scented candles surrounding the bathtub. “Always had the best birthdays even when I don’t plan for it. Thanks to everyone who has made my #39 memorable. Thanks! #Omosexybirthdaygetaway,” she captioned the photo of herself holding a champagne flute. Another photo sees her in a private cinema with close friends. The final shot shows the mum of four in a private indoor pool. Meanwhile, Omotola celebrated her 39th…
The post-Claudio Ranieri era began in sensational style as the Leicester of last season turned up in a surprise 3-1 win over Liverpool on Monday. The Foxes looked like title contenders once again and moved out of the relegation zone, while caretaker Craig Shakespeare certainly did his chances of getting the job on a permanent basis no harm whatsoever. Leicester looked a totally different team from the fearful, disjointed one under Ranieri over the past few months. The reason for that is arguably more down to a change in attitude rather than just personnel. Jamie Vardy scored two typical poacher’s…