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  • Diiadem calls out Biola Adebayo over alleged rudeness

    Diiadem calls out Biola Adebayo over alleged rudeness

    Beauty entrepreneur Adeola Adeyemi popularly known as Diiadem has accused actress Biola Adebayo of being rude and condescending during a movie set encounter around 2009/2010.

    According to Diiadem, Biola allegedly asked her to clean her shoes in a demeaning tone, leaving a lasting negative impression.

    “She was super nasty to me, it’s not even about cleaning someone’s shoes—it’s about how you talk to people. It costs nothing to treat people with kindness,” she said.

    Diiadem claimed seeing Biola’s content  on her inability to afford colleagues’ expensive aso ebi, triggered painful memories until she shared her story, seeking closure.

    However, Biola’s reaction was reportedly dismissive, laughing at Diiadem’s comment.

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    “I saw that she laughed at my comment on InstaBlog. Everything is not about cruise. Sometimes, be accountable. If I were in her shoes, I’d reach out and apologise.”

    Diiadem emphasised the importance of accountability and apologising for one’s actions, stating she sought no attention but to address an old hurt.

    “I don’t chase clout. I just wanted to speak my truth. What she did back then was wrong, and the least she could do now is take responsibility,” she concluded.

    Biola Adebayo has yet to fully respond to the allegations.

  • Biola Adebayo, others gift actress Dupe Jayesimi car on Mother’s Day

    Biola Adebayo, others gift actress Dupe Jayesimi car on Mother’s Day

    Actress Biola Adebayo has surprised senior colleague, Dupe Jayesimi with a brand-new car on Mother’s Day, bringing joy and tears to the latter’s face. 

    This heartfelt gesture came after Jayesimi shared her emotional struggles with childlessness and a painful past, including a collapsed marriage and multiple failed IVF attempts.

    Jayesimi had opened up about her struggles on Biola Bayo’s podcast, revealing the emotional turmoil she faced in her marriage and the heartbreak of raising other people’s children while being reminded of her own childlessness. 

    “I raised my younger sister’s child but on the child’s wedding day, my sister told me, ‘You cannot sit there; even if you spent millions, the child is still mine.’ That broke me,” she said.

    Now reassuring her, Jayesimi broke down in tears as Biola handed over the car keys. 

    Biola shared a touching video of the moment on Instagram, expressing her gratitude to everyone who made the surprise possible and to Jayesimi for being a source of inspiration.

    “Happy Mother’s Day, Mummy @dupe_jayesimi. To everyone who made this dream a reality in just a few days, I say a very big THANK YOU. To all the Talk-To-B supporters, I truly appreciate your support. I’m so happy we could put a big smile on her face,” Biola wrote.

  • Babalaje: Biola Adebayo, Femi Branch feature in Michael Koleosho’s biopic

    Babalaje: Biola Adebayo, Femi Branch feature in Michael Koleosho’s biopic

    Popular Nollywood stars Biola Adebayo and Femi Branch are some of the cast of ‘Babalaje,’ a biopic of late Oyo politician Chief Michael Koleosho.

    This was made known by Ultimate Communications, the production company responsible for the biopic.

    The film, it was confirmed, is set for premiere in September 2005.

    According to a statement from the production company, principal photography for ‘Babalaje,’ has been concluded and the project is going into post production.

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    The film chronicles Chief Koleosho’s remarkable journey from Saki to becoming a central figure in Oyo State politics, where he played a pivotal role for over four decades before his passing in September 2024.

    Also giving boost to the cast of ‘Babalaje’ include Joke Muyiwa, Binta Ayo Mogaji, Yemi Sodimu, and Bolaji Amusan aka Mr. Latin among others.

    The premiere of the biopic in September 2025, will coincide with Chief Koleosho’s one-year remembrance, with major events scheduled in Abuja and Ibadan.

  • I was pressured to bleach my skin for a role – Biola Adebayo

    I was pressured to bleach my skin for a role – Biola Adebayo

    Popular actress Biola Adebayo recently opened up about the challenges she faced at the beginning of her career during an appearance on “Nollywood on Radio.” 

    Adebayo shared that she lost acting roles because she refused to date certain influential people in the industry. 

    She also recalled being pressured to lighten her skin, with someone suggesting she “tone it up a little” to advance her career.

    Adebayo also discussed her podcast, “Talk To B,” which she started because of her natural ability to connect with people. 

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    She explained: “For some reason, people are drawn to me and trust me with their secrets—even those I am not close to. I began to think about how I could impact people’s lives beyond just presenting and decided to create a platform where I could connect with and support ordinary people.” 

    The impact of her podcast has been significant, transforming many lives in a short time. 

    Adebayo revealed that over N10 million has been raised for various causes, including over 35 million naira for individuals needing accommodations. 

    The podcast has also helped people facing marital challenges, provided urgent assistance, and supported those in need of therapy or counseling. 

    Adebayo emphasised: “Talk To B” has become a source of hope for those without other places to turn, especially victims of abuse and those facing life’s most challenging situations.

  • Biola Adebayo podcast’s guest kills self amid online criticism

    Biola Adebayo podcast’s guest kills self amid online criticism

    Actress Biola Adebayo has announced the tragic passing of Nike, who recently appeared on her podcast.

    During the interview, Nike shared her personal struggles, leading to widespread online criticism.

    Adebayo believes the harsh backlash contributed to Nike’s suicide.

    In an emotional Instagram video, Adebayo expressed her sorrow and sense of responsibility, explaining that while she had offered support, she was unaware of Nike’s intentions.

    She said: “For the first time in my life, I feel like a failure. Nike died. Nike committed suicide. The lady that I just interviewed; the lady that said she was sleeping with dogs.

    “People read her story, some people abused me; they said we fabricated the story. I gave her a listening ear but she didn’t tell me that she was going to die. She committed suicide.”

    The incident highlights the devastating impact of cyberbullying and the importance of kindness and compassion online.