Category: Entertainment

  • Camilla receives Tiwa Savage in Buckingham Palace

    Camilla receives Tiwa Savage in Buckingham Palace

    The Queen Consort Camilla has received famous Afrobeats songstress, Tiwa Savage at Buckingham palace.

    Tiwa, on Wednesday, visited the London royal residence and the administrative headquarters of the British sovereign where she met Queen Camilla, wife of the reigning monarch, King Charles III.

    The Queen Consort invited Tiwa Savage with Akshata Murty, wife of the UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, Leader of the House of Commons, Conservative MP Penny Mordaunt and singer Elaine Paige among others to commemorate International Women’s Day.

    Considered ‘Afrobeats queen’ the ‘Someboy’s Son’ singer shared photo with the Queen Consort Camila at the Royal family residence where they had a handshake.

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    In the post caption, Tiwa reinforced the blessing a person’s gift bestows on them, citing a Bible verse to that effect.

    She wrote: “Proverbs 18:16-17 “A man’s gift maketh room for him, And bringeth him before great men.”

    “International Women’s Day Reception at Buckingham Palace with HRH The Queen Consort @theroyalfamily.”

  • Denrele celebrates IWD, says I’m a strong woMAN

    Denrele celebrates IWD, says I’m a strong woMAN

    To celebrate International Women’s Day, media personality Denrele Edun has declared self a woman.

    The 41-year-old, who recently opened up on his sexuality and preference, shared photos from his previous birthday to mark the occasion.

    Edun, celebrating his mom, women all over the globe and himself as a woMAN, acknowledged their strength, determination and resilience.

    He hailed his mother, Mama Rele, tagging her his MFM prayer warrior while noting she’s a perfect representation of all that he hoped to be.

    Commenting on his looks, Edun suggested he was androgynous adding, he was comely both as a man and woman.

    Androgynous is having the characteristics or nature of both male and female.

    Read Also : Mercy Johnson celebrates IWD with nurses

    Sharing the photos, the controversial TV presenter wrote: “I am a Strong woMAN because a Strong WOMAN raised me.

    “HAPPY INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY. Today, we are celebrating the strength, determination, and resilience of women everywhere.

    “To all the strong women outchea: May we know them. May we be them. May we raise them.

    “My WCW is right on the last 2 Slides: All that I am and hope to be, I owe to my MUM! (Mama Rele, the MFM Prayer Warrior!)

    “I chanelled my inner Mum for this shoot. Didn’t slay it on a 100 as my Mum is breathtakingly gorgeous (See slide 9/10) but at least, the Apple ain’t far from the Tree!

    “(These stunning pictorials were from my 40th! As Man I fine, as Woman I fine…. Na Androgynous I do, I no kee person!).”

  • Davido is coming, Israel DMW announces

    Davido is coming, Israel DMW announces

    The wait for Davido’s return to the music scene and social media activities may just be coming to an end as his personal logistic manager, Israel DMW, has heralded the highly anticipated return of the much-loved singer.
    Since the death of his son, Ifeanyi David Adeleke, on October 31, 2022, David has restrained himself from flaunting his lifestyle on social media platforms.

    Despite being the most followed Nigerian celebrity and African musician on the photo and video sharing social networking service, Instagram with a followership of 26,477,128 as of the time of this filing, yet, he has kept his lifestyle and business off the space.

    Read Also : Davido slows down on social media

    His last post which is dated December 19, 2022, holds pictures of his enviable performance during the FIFA world cup closing ceremony, where he gave a thrilling show of ‘Better Together (Hayya Hayya)’ alongside Aisha and others at the Lusail Iconic Stadium, just north of Doha, Qatar.

    With the post, the DMW boss wished his millions of fans across the globe and loved ones a Merry Christmas celebration while promising to return in March 2023 with lots of goodies.

    And as the month of March pulled up, the fans kept anticipating his promised return with a few ladies staging a protest on the street to that effect.

    As many await O.B.Os come back, his loyal associate, Israel via his insta story, shared a photo of a private jet that just landed and an exotic automobile waiting to chauffeur the singer on his arrival.

    He captioned the photo: “001. Oga is coming”.

  • Sanwo-Olu is my choice – Mercy Johnson

    Sanwo-Olu is my choice – Mercy Johnson

    Popular actress Mercy Johnson-Okojie has declared her support for the reelection of Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.

    She declared Sanwo-Olu her preferred governorship candidate for the State.

    The mother of four shared images of ‘The Sanwo-Olu Scorecard’ which highlighted the different sectors of the economy, showing accomplished projects.

    Expressing solidarity with the 15th governor of the metropolitan city, the ace film star wrote: “This is why my choice is Governor Babajide Sanwoolu; His efforts that have improved healthcare, women’s development, transportation, entrepreneurship, education, and infrastructure in Lagos State.

    Read Also : Tinubu, Sanwo Olu ‘to get huge’ votes

    “Key points for me include the handling of the Covid-19 pandemic, entrepreneurship support, and all the work behind the scenes helping women who have been victims of domestic violence to supporting their entrepreneurship.

    “His results can be seen and measured. Yes, there is still a lot of work left to do, I believe in my heart that he can and will do as he says. #SanwoAgain #VoteSanwoolu @jidesanwoolu.”

  • Babalola Michael serenades fans with ‘Love’

    Babalola Michael serenades fans with ‘Love’

    Singer Babalola Micheal has released a new song titled ‘Love’.
    After he succeeded in releasing hits back to back, his fans feel it’s time he delights them with the main meal.

    However, on his part, the artiste also seems ready to give his fans what they deserve. Recently, he was quoted saying “the EP is cooked and ready to be served hot.”

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    Speaking more about the body of the work, he said the EP would contain four powerful songs that would be accompanied with beautiful visuals.

    “The plan is to release the EP and begin the visual release of the songs. However, we are starting the process of shooting one of the songs very soon.”

  • Kelvin Ikeduba lashes CBN over cash swap

    Kelvin Ikeduba lashes CBN over cash swap

    Multilingual movie star Kelvin Ikeduba has hit out at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) over the cash swap.

    He said: “I have never ever seen any country as confused as this country. Between INEC and CBN, I don’t know who is more confused. What is going on in this country?

    Read Also : CBN orders banks to collect old N500, N1,000 notes

    “Now banks have started paying the old notes to people. But sellers are refusing to collect the old notes from buyers. What is happening? If you ask them, they’ll say, ‘They’ve not heard from Buhari, they’ve not heard from that one…’ What is really going on in this country? Please what’s happening?

    “Banks have begun paying old money to people who are receiving it with joy with the hopes of spending but they can’t because sellers have blatantly refused to collect them. What is going on?”

  • I’m Igbo married to Yoruba, we can’t hate ourselves – Mr P

    I’m Igbo married to Yoruba, we can’t hate ourselves – Mr P

    Popular singing twin Peter Okoye aka Mr P has spoken against the seeming tribal animosity over the general elections.

    Precisely addressing the relationship between the Yorubas and Igbos, the singer said it was devoid of hate, buttressing his point by citing his marriage to Omolola.

    The PSquare duo accused politicians of employing tribes as a tool to conceal their dubious acts.

    He urged the people to be wiser and not be used to perpetuate tribal conflicts.

    Read Also : I would vote Osibanjo over Uzo Kalu – Mr P

    The 41-year-old ‘Just Like That’ singer wrote: “I am an Igbo man married to a Yoruba woman! Igbos do not hate Yorubas. Neither do Yorubas hate Igbos.

    “Politicians are using tribe as an excuse to cover their evil. They don’t like you, whether Igbo or Yoruba. They only care about their pockets. Be wiser.”

  • Okon Lagos differentiates true leader from true politician

    Okon Lagos differentiates true leader from true politician

    Actor and comedian, Ime Bishop Umoh aka Okon Lagos has offered a distinction between those he described as true leaders and true politicians.

    According to him, “A true leader thinks about the next generation while a true politician thinks about the next election.

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    “They just don’t care! If they do, it’s ALL about themselves and NONE about you! “

    While criticising politicians, the comic star urged people to always care for themselves at all times.

    He added; “Take care of yourself at all times. Naija politicians no be am o. #okonlagos #okonrepublic #iyammi #chisos #wosappen #okonofiaflagosz.”

  • What you must do before arguing with anyone-Tonto Dikeh

    What you must do before arguing with anyone-Tonto Dikeh

    Actress-turned politician Tonto Dikeh has advised on what to do before engaging in an argument with anyone.

    Dikeh, the running mate to the governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Rivers State, Tonye Ibraye advised people to do a quick self-quizzing about your critics mental state.

    Read Also : Tonto Dikeh, ADC urge Rivers not to sell votes

    She explained one must do internally conduct an analysis of the other person’s mental state they be sure they’re sound enough to decipher to rationale behind different perspective.

    “Before you argue with someone, ask yourself “is this person mentally mature enough to grasp the concept of different perspective?” If not there is no point to argue,” she wrote.

  • Veteran actor Fadeyi Oloro dies at 66

    Veteran actor Fadeyi Oloro dies at 66

    Veteran actor Ojo Arowosafe aka Baba Fadeyi Oloro has died at 66.

    The thespian, who earned the name Fadeyi Oloro after starring in ‘Arelu’, a Yoruba TV series in the 80s, died on Tuesday evening after a long battle with kidney-related ailments.

    Popular comedian Woli Arole confirmed his demise in a post via his Instagram page.

    Arole stated: “So happy I reached out to you sir, so happy we played our part, so happy we laughed together, so happy we were able to show our support.

    “Rest in Peace the Legend “Fadeyi Oloro”. Let’s check up on people when dey are alive, Let’s show love when people can feel, Let’s help when it can be seen.”

    Last month, the movie icon, through his son in an Instagram live session with popular OAP Daddy Freeze, solicited the financial assistance of Nigerians after he was served a six-month eviction notice over unpaid rent.

    Subsequently, UK-based celebrity pastor, Tobi Adegboyega of Salvation Proclaimers Anointed Church, donated N3 million for Baba Fadeyi as he was fondly referred to for his treatment and other outstanding bills.

    Adegboyega further promised to continue taking care of ‘Baba’, appreciating the actor for all the great works he’d done to promote Nigeria and Africa.

    The late Baba Fadeyi Oloro was born on September 15, 1957 in Igbara Odo, Ekiti.

    He became renowned for antagonistic roles, accompanied by his prowess for incantation and signature herbalist character in the 80s’ and 90s’.