Comedian, Freedom Okpetoritse Atsepoyi, popularly known as Mr. Jollof, has tendered a public apology to Duncan Mighty after calling him out a few hours ago for failing to show up for his concert in Warri, Delta state, after being paid N3 million.
The Nation reported that Mr Jollof recently called out Duncan Mighty for breaching his contract after collecting N3 million and demanded a refund.
The comedian has now apologised to the Port Harcourt-born singer after being refunded.
In a video message shared via his Instagram page, Mr Jollof explained that he called out Duncan Mighty because he was wrongly advised that the singer wouldn’t refund him.
He said: “Bros, abeg no vex. We youths, we are quick to react due to stigmatisation. I didn’t believe you would scam me but the advice I was receiving from people was why I called you out.
“Please don’t be angry with me. All my threats were mere rantings. Forgive me, I’m not perfect.”
He also apologised to DJ Barbie after getting a refund of the N600,000 he sent to her.
Mr Jollof had previously called out DJ Barbie for failing to show up for the same show after receiving payment.
She said: “There are characters that I wouldn’t play. And it has nothing to do with love scenes or nudity.
“For instance, if you expect me to go nude in a film, the script would have to justify it. If it was for sheer sensationalism and click baits, absolutely no. But if you are telling a story of rape or abuse, and there is something required, I’m sure we can work something around where you can achieve the level of realism that is required.
“And more to that like I said, as a professional actor, whatever objections you have about executing a character or a role, should be discussed beforehand. Not while you are on set. You read the script. You knew what was required. What are you all about?”
The ‘Declan Rice’ crooner disclosed this while featuring as a guest in a recent episode of the Zero Conditions podcast co-hosted by Motolani and Melody.
Odumodublvck said: “The last time I was in love was 2017. That doesn’t mean I haven’t been in a romantic relationship since then. You can be in a romance and not be in love.
“I haven’t been in love with anyone in six years but I have been in romantic relationships.”
Death is inevitable! There is no doubt that the outgoing year, 2023, has proved to be a lethal year as it has claimed the lives of many Nigerians, including some prominent politicians and influential personalities.
The news of the demise of Ondo state governor, Rotimi Akeredolu has evoked the memory of governors who died as incumbents in Nigeria.
This piece takes a quick glance into the lives of these historic leaders who died while in office as governors.
Oluwarotimi Akeredolu
Ondo state governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), ex-president of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), and ex-Attorney General of Ondo State, was a second-term governor before his death.
Aketi, as he was fondly called by friends and admirers, wore many hats and was acknowledged by many of his contemporaries as a dogged leader with unbending personal convictions.
Until his death, he was the Chairman of the Southern Governors’ Forum, a body with governors of the 17 states in Southern Nigeria as members.
Patrick Yakowa
Patrick Ibrahim Yakowa served as governor of Kaduna State from 2010 to 2012 when he died in a helicopter crash.
He was killed alongside five others in the crash in Ogbia Creek, Bayelsa state in 2012.
He was appointed deputy governor in July 2005 and returned as Kaduna’s number two citizen in the April 2007 election.
He was sworn in as governor on 20 May 2010, succeeding former Governor Namadi Sambo who had been sworn in as vice president the day before.
Mamman Bello Ali
Mamman Bello Ali represented Yobe South Senatorial District between 1999 and 2007 and was the chairman senate committee on public account.
He contested and won the governorship election in Yobe in 2007 under the defunct All Nigeria Peoples Party (ANPP) and was in office until he died in 2009.
He died of leukaemia while receiving treatment at a hospital in Florida, United States.
Shehu Kangiwa
Shehu Kangiwa died in office in a polo accident in January 1982. Kangiwa was the governor of Sokoto State at the time of his death.
Kamgiwa’s deputy, Garba Nadama, was sworn in as the Sokoto governor until November 1983 when Muhammadu Buhari took over power through a military coup.
Kangiwa was fondly called the ‘Smiling governor’. He was elected governor of Sokoto under the platform of the National Party of Nigeria (NPN) but his administration was short-lived.
He died in November 1981, falling from a horse while playing polo in the 1981 edition of the Georgian League in Kaduna. He left behind nine children at the time.
In 1982 Unisteel Ltd. presented The Shehu Kangiwa Cup in his memory, and the cup is now sponsored by the Sokoto State Government
Award-winning singer, Paul Okoye has revealed plans to acquire a new and bigger house in 2024.
The second half of Psquare, who bought a house in Atlanta this year, has revealed his plans to acquire a bigger house by next year, saying the year 2023 has taught a big lesson.
Following the death of Ondo state governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, internet users have taken to their social media platforms to express sadness as they pray for the repose of his soul.
The Nation reported the passing of the Governor in the early hours of Wednesday.
Recall that late 67-year-old Akeredolu suffered from cancer and had gone to Germany for treatment.
A chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress in the state said arrangements were being concluded to swear in his deputy, Lucky Aiyedatiwa.
A user on X, @realKingKuroO, tweeted: “The end of an era, my heart and thoughts go out to his families and the good people of Ondo state, in this moment of mourning. Adieu.”
Another user, @ComradeBombole1, wrote: “I hope people forgive him all his wrongdoings as a leader… May God forgive him all his shortcomings.”
@TonexBat23, tweeted, “RIP great voice of the Yorubas race. My condolences to families of those who died of late across the country.”
Another tweep, @adewale_ibk, wrote, “So sad. May his soul rest in peace. Akeredolu was such a fearless One. Yoruba will miss him greatly.”
Facebook user, Elvis Ohiwere, wrote: “A great man he was and who never failed to speak to power! I presume there is more to his death than meets the eye however, everyone shall give an account of stewardship someday. Adieu great man and May your soul rest in perfect peace.”
Nollywood actor and politician, Desmond Eliot is celebrating his 20th wedding anniversary with his beloved wife, Victoria Elliot.
Elliot professed love to his wife while recalling their trials, pains, and tough times as well as their happy experiences.
The father of four appreciated his wife for putting up with his stubbornness, giving him a shoulder to lean on, being his confidant, and sweetly his BABAMAI.
Desmond Elliot professed his forever love with promises of the future.
He wrote: “20 years gone by and I love you more and more each passing day. We have been through the mills, tough times, and pains. We are going through happy feelings, experiences, and thrills. What’s most heartwarming is, we are doing it …TOGETHER.
“Thank you for putting up with this occasionally strong-headed person. Thank you for being a shoulder to cry on, lie on, and sleep on. Thank you for being my partner, my friend, my WIFE. Thank you for being BABAMAI. I love (d) you then. I love you now. I love you tomorrow. Yours Dezinbong.”
Speaking in a viral interview with actress Biola Bayo, Shoneye begged for forgiveness from the actress and the general public.
In the video, he said: “Hello everyone, I’m using this medium to say I’m truly sorry for what happened in the last few months between a lady called Temidayo. What is gone is gone, and I feel that even to her personally, from the bottom of my heart, I am truly sorry for what happened to you from me. I am very sorry.” \
Veteran comedian, Atunyota Alleluya Akpobome, popularly known as Alibaba, has narrated how his dad kept malice with him for a decade for dumping law to pursue comedy.
Alibaba revealed this at The Honest Bunch Podcast, with Nedu and other media personalities.
He recalled leaving the university to inform his dad about his intention to become a comedian and how his reaction forced him to abscond from home.
He said he became determined to be a successful comedian in a bid to prove his father wrong.
Alibaba said: “My dad is a bookworm. He got his PhD at 86. I told him, I said, ‘Daddy, I came from school to tell you something.’ He said, ‘Okay, have you been rusticated?’ I said, ‘No. I’ve decided that I don’t want to read law. I want to do comedy.’
“He asked, ‘Comedy like what?’ I said, ‘Like cracking jokes.’ He laughed and asked my younger brother to call my uncle who lived close by. When my uncle came, he asked what the matter was and I said I didn’t want to read law again and that I wanted to do comedy. He said that means I’ve found another father, stressing that I can’t be part of the family and won’t read law. He said all the money my dad spent on me was wasted. He told my dad to handle the situation and left.
“I knew I couldn’t sleep in that house because my dad would beat me. So as my uncle was going out, I followed him to lock the burglary and I didn’t go back in. And my dad and I didn’t talk from 1988 – 1998. Ten years. I tried to reach out to him. I went one time to talk to him but he didn’t want to see me.
“This was the thing. So people ask, ‘Where did you get the inspiration to become a great comedian?’ I was committed. I was like I want to prove him wrong.”
The speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has expressed grief over the death of Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu of Ondo state, describing it as a painful loss.
Governor Akeredolu was reported to have passed away on Wednesday, December 27, at the age of 67.
In a statement by the special adviser on media and publicity to the speaker, Musa Abdullahi Krishi, on Wednesday, Abbas said Akeredolu’s death was a big blow to the All Progressives Congress (APC) family.
Abbas said Akeredolu was one of the brilliant legal minds in the ruling party.
The Speaker eulogised Akeredolu, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) and former President of the Nigerian Bar Association, for his doggedness, brilliance, and patriotism in his lifetime.
He said Governor Akeredolu was a champion of the rule of law, democracy and true federalism.
Speaker Abbas recalled how the late Akeredolu was one of the leading human rights activists who fought against military rule, leading to the return of democracy in 1999.
He also noted that Akeredolu reached the peak in both his legal and political careers. While he was a member of the inner Bar as a lawyer, Speaker Abbas noted that he not only became a governor but was Chairman of the South-West Governors’ Forum and Chairman of the Southern Governors’ Forum.
The Speaker extended his condolences to the Akeredolu family, the people, and the government of Ondo State.
He prayed to God to grant Governor Akeredolu eternal rest in paradise.
Born on July 21, 1956, Governor Akeredolu hailed from Owo in Ondo State. He studied Law at the Obafemi Awolowo University (then the University of Ife) where he graduated in 1977. He was called to the Bar in 1978.
