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  • Reactions as Comedian AY sends ‘unromantic’ birthday wish to wife

    Reactions as Comedian AY sends ‘unromantic’ birthday wish to wife

    Stand-up comedian, Ayo Makun, has stirred reactions following his ‘unromantic’ birthday wish to his wife, Mabel Makun.

    The actor gave a shout-out to Mabel via his Instagram page, describing her as the mother of his lovely kids.

    Unlike his previous birthday posts, where he always wrote sweet words to felicitate her day, this birthday message was without any romantic words.

    AY went on to say a word of prayer for her.

    He said: “Happy birthday to @realmabelmakun the mother of my lovely kids. May you be blessed with everything your heart desires.”

    The comedian later edited his caption calling her the industrious mother of his kids as he prayed for her to remain happy and prayed her new age is loaded with good things.

    “Happy birthday to @realmabelmakun. The very Industrious Mummy Michelle and Ayomide. I pray that your new year is loaded with every good thing and that you will continue to be happy always with more grace and love in Jesus’ name. Amen”.

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    Below are reactions that followed his statement:

    Lorita Blac wrote: “U just remember it’s her birthday and the mother of ur kids? Men. She’s now the mother of ur kids, I dear who no fear men

    Mide Fab wrote: “From wife to mother of my lovely kids? It is well

    Vicky Blinks defending him wrote: “Why are I guys just attacking him, u guys should learn how to mind ur business, u don’t know what happened between them. Na wa for Nigerians o

    Nehy wrote: “Funny how men write birthday messages to wifey

    Kamer Matchmaker wrote: ‘Your wife and mother of your kids. No forget one part sir, Happy birthday to Iyawo AY

    Billionaire Autos wrote: “How love fades. Hmmm mother of my kids. My dear, you can do better

    Psalm Syne wrote: “AY Comedian is she just your baby mama now? Abeg talk make boys know cos she’s too beautiful to be a single mother o.

  • Tiwa Savage shows off culinary skills with Frijon

    Tiwa Savage shows off culinary skills with Frijon

    Singer and songwriter, Tiwa Savage, has flaunted her culinary skills as she makes traditional Lagosian Frijon over the weekend.

    This was shared in a post on her Instagram story with the caption: “Been up since 7 am making traditional Lagosian frijon.”

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    The beautiful delicacy was showcased on her Instagram reels alongside the aforementioned caption.

    The Nigerian singer shows off her garnished traditional Lagosian frijon with a sweet-looking fish and stew.

  • True strength lies in solidarity, Toyin Lawani reacts to Caroline Danjuma’s apology

    True strength lies in solidarity, Toyin Lawani reacts to Caroline Danjuma’s apology

    Following Caroline Danjuma’s public apology, fashion enthusiast Toyin Lawani has reacted by accepting to move forward and leave the past behind.

    Via her Instagram page, she recounted Caroline’s supportive gesture during a difficult time when she was healing from the loss of her pregnancy amidst their conflict.

    Lawani commended Caroline for her maturity, highlighting the resilience of true friendships that endure rough patches and ultimately find their way back to each other.

    She wtote: “Even amidst differences, true strength lies in solidarity. In a world where it’s normal for powerful women to clash, Disagree, or have differences, their ability to uplift and support one another in such times transcends all boundaries.

    Read Also: Why I left The Real Housewives of Lagos show – Caroline Danjuma

    “Here’s to celebrating the beauty of inner strength and the unwavering bond between two fierce souls. Reaching out or showing support, doesn’t mean you’re weak, it shows that aside from being a human, you can be an angel @carolynahutchingshomes Stay blessed and love you always.

    “We are Amazing mothers who are willing to set good examples for our children. We can apologize to one another and move on for the greater good of the future, And examples that we set to a lot of young girls out there who look up to us, whom we are mentors to, They say when a friendship is true, Even if it has rough moments, They will always find their way back to one another,

    “She reached out but I didn’t see that message till today and yet when she heard about my hailing health she reached out once again, This Act is commendable and for everyone out there to emulate, Tiabanja Bitikakuko. You have shown so much maturity and love, At times you can give a shoulder not because you want to but just because it is the right thing to do, A big thank you to @carolynahutchingshomes I’m proud of you. I never stopped loving you though”.

  • I’m one of the most attractive men in the world – Blaqbonez

    I’m one of the most attractive men in the world – Blaqbonez

    Famous rapper, Emeka Akumefule, better known as Blaqbonez, has proudly asserted his position among the most attractive men globally.

    He elaborated on his selective nature when it comes to choosing a partner, attributing it to his confidence in his own attractiveness.

    Read Also: Why I’m constantly underrated in the industry – Blaqbonez

    Blaqbonez emphasized his reluctance to date or marry a woman heavily involved in social media.

    Speaking in a recent interview with content creator, Bae U Barbi, Blaqbonez said: “I genuinely think I’m one of the most attractive men on planet earth.”

  • Eniola Ajao’s ‘Ajakaju’ records N16m in cinema

    Eniola Ajao’s ‘Ajakaju’ records N16m in cinema

    Hours after the launch of embattled actress, Eniola Ajao’s film ‘Ajakaju’ to the cinemas, it has recorded N16 million, making it the highest opening day for a film released in 2024. 

    Sharing the news, actor Odunlade Adekola urged Nigerians to storm the cinemas for the film..

    The Nation reported the movie premiere stirred a lot of controversy after transgender Bobrisky was awarded best-dressed female at the event. 

    Following the heavy criticisms, Eniola tendered a public apology and corrected her mistake by awarding two other females as best-dressed. 

    The movie ‘Beast of Two Worlds (Ajakaju)’ finally hit cinemas nationwide on Friday, March 29, 2024.

    Read Also: Eniola Ajao bows, announces new ‘Best Dressed Female’ winners

    Odunlade, one of the lead casts in the film, shared a screenshot from a cinema’s record showing Eniola’s movie was sold out. 

    Sharing the post on his Instagram page, the actor wrote in a caption: “Still counting AJAKAJU in all cinemas Nationwide.”

  • Carter Efe opened fake account to troll Davido – Young Duu alleges

    Carter Efe opened fake account to troll Davido – Young Duu alleges

    Young Duu, a former signee of singer Portable, has claimed that comedian Carter Efe opened a fake social media account in his name to drag Davido.

    Recall that Young Duu went into alliance with Carter Efe after his fallout with Portable last year.

    The duo released a song titled ‘Oyinmo’ in November to solidify their partnership.

    However, their relationship hit the rocks over the sharing formula of royalties from the song as Young Duu accused Cater Efe of shortchanging him.

    Read Also: Zlatan fed, clothed me before stardom – Carter Efe

    In a recent video message shared via his Instagram account, he accused the skit maker of creating a fake social media account in his name to troll Davido.

    Young Duu said: “Cater Efe, God will punish you. You are using a Twitter account in my name to troll Davido. He will think I am the one attacking him. It’s unfair. You are fake.”

  • Approach women you think are out of your league – Reno Omokri charges men

    Approach women you think are out of your league – Reno Omokri charges men

    Controversial political activist Reno Omokri has offered advice to men regarding the courage to approach women whom they perceive as being beyond their league.

    He encouraged men to boldly pursue even the most beautiful girls, suggesting that hesitance due to a perceived discrepancy in attractiveness indicates serious issues of inferiority complex and low self-esteem.

    Omokri emphasised that confidence and audacity are highly attractive traits to most women.

    Concluding his message on his X platform, he revealed that attempting to ask out beautiful women teaches valuable lessons: either one learns to handle rejection or it becomes a stepping stone to personal success.

    He said: “As a young man, force yourself to talk to the most beautiful girls you are attracted to. Girls that you think are out of your reach. It does not matter if you think she is out of your league.

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    “That is an inferiority complex and lack of self-esteem talking. Silence those voices and go for your dream woman. Be bold and approach them to ask them out. Women love boldness and audacity and hate arrogance. So be audaciously bold.

    “She will either say yes or no. If she says yes, you have your dream girl. If she says no, you will learn how to handle rejection. And let me tell you, in life, few things will help you in your journey to success as learning how to handle rejection.”

  • Full list of AMVCA 2024 nominees

    Full list of AMVCA 2024 nominees

    Multichoice Nigeria has unveiled nominees for the 10th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), which is scheduled for May 10 and 11, 2024.

    The event takes place at Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos State.

    The prestigious award is an annual award presented by MultiChoice to recognise the outstanding achievements of creatives in the film industry. 

    Below is the list of AMVCA 2024 nominees:

    Best Digital Content
    National Treasure – Adebola Adeyela (Lizzy Jay)

    Medical Negligence and Copyright Infringement – Isaac Ayomide Olayiwola (Layi Wasabi)

    Hello Neighbour – Elozonam Ogbolu, Lina idoko and Jemima Osunde

    The Boyfriend – Maryam Apaokagi-Greene

    Best Indigenous Language Film (West Africa)
    Mami Wata (CJ Fiery Obasi)

    Jagun Jagun (Femi Adebayo)

    Ijogbon (Kunle Afolayan)

    Orisa (Odunlade Adekola)

    Nana Akoto (Kwabena Gyansah)

    Best Indigenous Language (East Africa)

    Where The River Divides

    Ormoilaa Ogol (The Strong One)

    Wandongwa

    Nakupenda

    Itifaki

    Best Indigenous Language (South Africa)
    Service To Heart

    Uncle Limbani

    Motshameko O Kotsi

    Best Multichoice Talent Factory Movie

    Grown

    Her Dark Past

    Somewhere in Kole

    Full Time Husband

    The 11th Commandment

    Mfumukazi

    Best Scripted M-Net Original
    Slum King

    Half Open Window

    Itura

    The Passenger

    Magic Room

    Best Unscripted M-Net Original
    What Will People Say

    The Irabors’ Forever After

    Nwuyee Bekee (Foreign Wives)

    Date My Family Zambia

    Royal Qlique (Season 2)

    Best Indigenous M-Net Original
    The Passenger

    Nana Akoto

    Apo

    Irora Iya

    Love Transfusion (Kiapo Cha Damu) 

    Best Short Film
    T’egbon T’aburo

    Broken Mask

    Eighteenth Year

    Man and Masquerades

    A Place Called Forward

    Best Supporting Actor
    Alexx Ekubo (Afamefuna)

    Demola Adedoyin (Breath of Life)

    Ibrahim Yekini (Jagun Jagun: The Warrior)

    Gregory Ojefua (This is Life)

    Timini Egbuson (A Tribe Called Judah)

    Levi Chikere (Blood Vessel)

    Ropo Ewenla (Over the Bridge)

    Best Supporting Actress
    Joke Silva (Over the Bridge)

    Fathia Williams (Jagun Jagun – The Warrior)

    Bimbo Akintola (The Black Book)

    Genoveva Umeh (Breath of Life)

    Eliane Umuhire (Omen)

    Tana Adelana (Ijogbon – Chaos)

    Ejiro Onojaife (The Origin: Madam Koi Koi)

    Best Lead Actor
    Wale Ojo (Breath of Life)

    Stan Nze (Afamefuna)

    Marc Zinga (Omen)

    Gideon Okeke (Egun)

    David Ezekiel (Blood Vessel)

    Richard Mofe Damijo (The Black Book)

    Adedimeji Lateef (Jagun Jagun – The Warrior)

    Gabriel Afolayan (This is Lagos)

    Best Lead Actress
    Segilola Ogidan (Over The Bridge)

    Lucie Debay (Omen)

    Omowunmi Dada (Asiri Ade)

    Ireti Doyle (The Origin: Madam Koi Koi)

    Adaobi Dibor (Blood Vessel)

    Evelyne Ily (Mami Wata)

    Kehinde Bankole (Adire)

    Funke Akindele (A Tribe Called Judah)

    Best Cinematography
    Mami Wata

    Blood Vessel

    Over The Bridge

    Breath of Life

    Jagun Jagun (The Warrior)

    Ijogbon (Chaos)

    Omen

    Best Editing
    Chuka Ejorh And Onyekachi Banjo

    Holmes Awa

    Alex Kamau And Victor Obok

    Dayo Nathaniel

    Antonio Ribeiro

    Nathan Delannoy

    Best Sound Design
    Ava Momoh (Over the Bridge)

    Daniel Pellerin and Amin Bhatia (Kipkemboi)

    Grey Jones Ossai x2 (Breathe of Life and Blood Vessel)

    Samy Bardet (Mami Wata)

    Best Art Direction
    Blood Vessel (Victor Akpan)

    Over The Bridge (Abisola Omolade)

    Breath of Life (Okechukwu Frost Nwankwo, Kelechi Odu)

    The Black Book (Pat Nebo and Chima Temple)

    Jagun Jagun: The Warrior (Tunji Afolayan)

    Mami Wata (C.J Fiery Obasi)

    Omen (Eve Martin)

    Best Costume Design
    Over The Bridge – Demola Adeyemi

    Fumilayo Ransome – Kuti (Bolanle Austen- Peters, Ituen Basi, Folake Coker, Clement Effanga)

    Jagun Jagun (Lola Awe)

    Mami Wata (Bunmi Demilola Fashina)

    Breathe of Life (Daniel Obasi)

    Best Makeup
    Over The bridge (Francesca Otaigbe)

    Mami Wata (Campbell Precious Arebamen)

    Mojisola (Hadizat Gambo)

    Jagun Jagun (Hakeem Onilogbo)

    A Tribe Called Judah (Feyisayo Oyebisi)

    Best Writing TV series
    Skinny Girls in Transit (s7)
    Bunmi Ajakaiye
    Ifeanyi Barbara Chidi
    Abdul Tijani- Ahmed

    Wura (s2)
    Jeffery David Musa
    Olumide Kuti
    Esther Oyiza Kokori

    Visa On Arrival
    Bovi Ugboma

    MTV Shuga Naija
    The MTV
    Staying Alive Foundation

    Volume
    Mona Ombogo

    Masquerades of Aniedo
    Timendo Aghahowa
    Motunde Akiode

    Slum King
    Donald Tombia
    Ifeanyi Barbara Chidi
    Fatimah Binta Gimsay
    Xavier Ighordje

    Best Writing Movie

    Breathe Of Life – BB Sasore
    Over The Bridge – Tosin Otudeko
    Fumilayo Ransome Kuti – Tunde Babalola
    Jagun Jagun – Adebayo Tijani
    Afamefuna – Anyanwu Sandra Adaora
    ATCJ – Funke Ayotunde Akindele, Collins Okoh & Akinlabi Ishola
    Mami Wata – CJ Obasi

    Best Documentary
    Ormoilaa Ogol (The Strong One)
    Lobola – A Bride’s True Price?
    Empalikino (Forgiveness)
    The Water Manifesto: Osun (Water For Gold)
    Sowing Hope

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    Best Series (Scripted)

    Volume
    Wura (s2)
    Slum King
    Itura
    Chronicles

    Best Series (Unscripted)

    Lol Naija (s1)

    Nightlife in Lasgidi

    The Real Housewives of Lagos

    Gh Queens (s2)

    Mutale Mwanza Unscripted (s1)

    Best Director

    Moses Inwang (Blood Vessel)
    Adebayo Tijani & Tope Adebayo (Jagun Jagun)
    BB Sasore (Breath of Life)
    Johnscott Enah (Half Heaven)
    C. J. Fiery Obasi ( Mami Wata)
    Kayode Kasum (Afamefuna)
    Tolu Ajayi (Over The Bridge)

    Best Movie

    Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti

    Breath of Life

    Over The Bridge

    Blood Vessel

    A Tribe Called Judah

    The Black Book

    Mami Wata

  • Actress Ruth Kadiri grateful at 36

    Actress Ruth Kadiri grateful at 36

    Popular actress Ruth Kadiri is celebrating another milestone as she turns 36.

    She took to Instagram to share a post, thanking God for how far she has come in life, while also stating that God has provided everything she has ever wished for and more.

    Read Also: Ruth Kadiri not getting enough credit, says X users

    The actress uploaded stunning photographs with this caption: “HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME:
    Thank you lord for how far you have brought me!
    Everything I have ever wished for you have provided and MORE”.

  • I’m broke, May D reacts, called out for owing N11,000

    I’m broke, May D reacts, called out for owing N11,000

    Popular singer, May D has broken silence after being called out by a waitress for allegedly owing N11,000  balance for the food he bought.

    The musician was dragged by a waitress known as @dblaqgoddess232 on the X app, who claimed that the singer visited a hotel where she works for food and drinks but didn’t pay.

    After being dragged online by the waitress and some other netizens on X, May D took to the platform to break his silence on the allegations.

    Read Also: Waitress calls out May D over N11,000 food debt

    He acknowledged owing the money and noted that he should be left alone because he is broke.

    He asked the lady to send her account number to him and wait for the end of the month for the balance. 

    Mr May D wrote: “You people should leave me alone I’m broke , she should send her acvount , I’ll pay her at the end of the month when I collect salary from my Oga .. 11k Abi”