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Author: Yewande Fasan

  • Christy O defends Phyna amid internet crisis

    Christy O defends Phyna amid internet crisis

    Christy O, a reality TV Star and close friend to the Level Up winner Phyna, has lashed Davido after he claimed not to know the reality star.

    Davido on Wednesday claimed he didn’t know the reality TV star on the social media platform, X.

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    Her friend, Christy O quickly came to her defence on the microblogging platform.

    She tweeted: “It’s only if you live under the rock that you won’t know who @unusualphyna is, that being said , Phyna everybody cannot like you and that’s okay, know this and know peace.”

  • Actor Kanayo slams Reno Omokri over comment on ailing Mr. Ibu

    Actor Kanayo slams Reno Omokri over comment on ailing Mr. Ibu

    Prominent actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo, has slammed former presidential aide, Reno Omokri, for taunting the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, over the ailment of his colleague, John Okafor aka Mr. Ibu.

    The Nation reported that Mr Ibu recently cried out for prayers following his battle with an unnamed illness, which may lead to the amputation of his legs.

    The ailing actor cried out hours after a video of his birthday in an undisclosed hospital in Lagos emerged on social media.

    He stated that he doesn’t want to lose his legs as he has nowhere to go.

    Reacting to the news of the comic actor making the rounds online, Reno Omokri, in a post via X, pointed out that Mr Ibu was a staunch supporter of Peter Obi and the LP flag bearer should support the medical bill of the thespian.

    Read Also: Reno Omokri encourages followers to donate to Mr Ibu despite support for Peter Obi

    He wrote: “I sympathise with John Ikechukwu Okafor, AKA Mr. Ibu, over his ailment, and I urge all #RenosNuggeteers to donate to the account number he put out.

    “Please do not ignore his cries for help. I also urge members of the public to donate. However, this is a man who publicly endorsed Peter Obi. He and his daughter danced for Peter Obi and broke the Internet.

    “They went out on the streets campaigning for Obi. The same Peter Obi who boasted that he is richer than President Biden of the US, who at the time of Peter’s boast was worth $8.2 million.

    “After all that John Okafor did for him, perhaps Mr. Peter Obi can support him by paying Mr. Ibu’s medical bills. I am even surprised that Peter Obi did not remember to post about Mr. Ibu on his birthday yesterday. Even at that, Peter Obi should help him in his time of need.”

    Displeased with Reno’s post, Kanayo O. Kanayo described Reno as an attention-seeking writer, and people should avoid listening to him.

    “Whoever still listens to this attention- seeking writer @renoomokri is a fool and has no work,” he wrote.

  • Actress Wumi Toriola speaks on her fluctuating body size

    Actress Wumi Toriola speaks on her fluctuating body size

    Famous Nollywood actress, Wumi Toriola has bemoaned the status of her unstable weight.

    The movie star, while sharing a plus size photo, noted how some days she appears fat, which leaves her embarrassed, and on other days, looks snatched.

    According to her, some days she looks 10 years older than her age, and other days, she looks 10 years younger.

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    She wrote: “Some days, fat will decide to embarrass me, make me look like “10 years later.

    Other days, I look snatched looking like “10 years before …

    This particular day says” 20 yrs later” In all, we give THANKS.”

  • Ike Onyema shades ex-lover Mercy Eke

    Ike Onyema shades ex-lover Mercy Eke

    Big Brother Brother Naija ex-housemate, Ike Onyema has thrown a subtle shade at his ex-girlfriend, Mercy Eke over her All-stars finale position.

    He noted that women frequently discuss how they will support one other until one of them wins something important or life-changing, at which point everything changes.

    Ike posted the tweet after the viral video of Mercy Eke’s interview with media personality, Hero Daniels where she broke down in tears explaining her time in the house.

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    She lamented friends abandoned her during the BBNaija All Stars season when she most needed them.

    The “Pepper Dem” season winner revealed that she only wanted to be more successful, which is why she returned to the popular show.

    In a not-so-subtle dig at her, Ike used the hashtag #crocodile to imply that she was shedding crocodile tears.

    He tweeted: “Women supporting women, until it’s another woman turn. #crocodile #Queenmaker #Godfather.”

  • Why people didn’t support me at #BBNaijaAllStars- Mercy Eke

    Why people didn’t support me at #BBNaijaAllStars- Mercy Eke

    Big Brother Naija star, Mercy Eke, has stated why people refused to support her while on the All-Stars season of the reality show.

    She said she didn’t gather a lot of support because people were being sentimental because she won the ‘Pepper Dem’ edition in 2019.

    Speaking in a recent interview with Hero Daniels, Mercy broke down in tears, lamenting that her only “crime” was wanting “more”.

    She said: “This last season of Big Brother, at a point, I started questioning myself like I feel like I’m too ambitious. Is it a good thing for a woman to want more? Because people almost made me feel like I’m too greedy. And most times when I talk to Biggie that’s what I ask him.

    “In my head, I started questioning myself: Do I want too much? Should I have not looked for this? Okay fine, I’m not hungry but if I want this green, can I not want this pink? And is there a problem if I want white? It made me start questioning myself too much. Wetin I even get? I don’t even have anything but people made it like let others be there.

    Read Also: Mercy Eke wins BBNALLSTARS ‘Queen of Diary Session’, monetary gift

    “I didn’t have any support apart from my fans. It’s still in my head and I’m not lying because it’s just pure hatred and wickedness that I went through. And I thank God that I went back to the show because I didn’t know that that is how people saw me. They almost made me feel like I’m wanting too much even though I don’t have it like that.

    “I just respect myself. Package myself. Even when I don’t eat, nobody is going to know. What people showed me, is just pure wickedness for nothing. Just for trying to be more. For trying to work harder. It was not easy to accept to go back into the House. Remember we had another winner in the House. But the energy they gave me both inside and outside the House, oh God! I said they would not see my tears. They will keep seeing me shine. That’s what I said to myself.

    “But that is pure wickedness because I checked myself, what did I do wrong? I did not do anything wrong. I did not commit any crime. The only crime I committed was wanting more.”

  • ‘Tope Aborisade bags honorary doctorate from Heim Weldios University 

    ‘Tope Aborisade bags honorary doctorate from Heim Weldios University 

    At its award ceremony that brought together academic leaders, professionals, and public figures from across Africa, Heim Weldios University has conferred a prestigious Honorary Doctorate Degree in Psychology and Mental Health upon Dr. Temitope Aborisade, a US-based Nigerian psychologist. 

    The award, which represents the highest form of recognition from the university, celebrates Dr. Aborisade’s exceptional achievements in mental health practice, education, and research. 

    A highly accomplished academic, Dr. Aborisade holds a Bachelor’s, Master’s, finalizing his PhD in Psychology from Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Nigeria. His decades of academic work and experience in psychology have made significant contributions to both national and international mental health development. 

    In October 2022, he became a Fellow of the Commonwealth Academy of Leadership and Management (CALM), a UK-based institution promoting excellence in professional development. 

    Dr. Moshood Abioye, Director of Admissions at Heim Weldios University, praised Dr. Aborisade for his integrity and dedication. 

    “Dr. Aborisade is a scholar that should be emulated. He has not only been exceptional in his career but has also made significant contributions to the academic communities and the continent at large,” he stated. 

    The ceremony was also graced by Dr. Adeusi, CEO of Santhotad Concept Plus and a fellow OAU alumnus who received the honorary PhD last year. Dr. Adeusi expressed pride in Dr. Aborisade’s recognition, saying, “Seeing another OAU alumnus honoured at such a prestigious level fills me with joy. If it is from OAU, it must be of great quality and excellence.” 

    In his remarks, Dr. Aborisade expressed deep appreciation to the university for the honour. 

    “I am humbled and grateful for this recognition. It reaffirms my belief in the importance of service, scholarship, and the pursuit of societal impact,” he said. 

    The honorary doctorate awards are part of the university’s annual convocation, which celebrates excellence across disciplines including education, architecture, business, public service, and technology. 

    The event continues to strengthen Heim Weldios University’s position as a leading institution committed to academic innovation, leadership, and the transformation of Africa.