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  • Debbie Shokoya weighs in on controversy over Davido’s wedding guests

    Debbie Shokoya weighs in on controversy over Davido’s wedding guests

    Actress Debbie Shokoya has spoken out against the criticism and comparison surrounding Davido’s wedding to Chioma.

    She expressed disapproval of people focusing on negativity and comparing themselves to others, particularly when the couple has moved on to their honeymoon.

    Debbie prayed against poverty and joblessness, stating that she wants to achieve more in life than just giving opinions on social media. 

    Read Also: Economic crisis: Debbie Shokoya contemplates relocating from Nigeria

    She also emphasised the need to avoid unnecessary criticism and negativity, especially towards celebrities who are often under scrutiny.

    “Rich people do wedding, them don move on to the next agenda (expensive honeymoon).

    ‘Pøor man pikin dey there dey compare and complain!!!

    “Oh Lord, I shall never be pøor and jobless in my life. Social media and data will not be my only achievement in life to give stupīd opinions. Social media opinions toorh,” she wrote.

  • Economic crisis: Debbie Shokoya contemplates relocating from Nigeria

    Economic crisis: Debbie Shokoya contemplates relocating from Nigeria

    Actress Debbie Shokoya has expressed her dismay at the prevailing level of hardship in the country, highlighting that even the wealthy are not spared from the economic downturn.

    She specifically lamented the soaring price of rice.

    Contemplating a possible relocation from Nigeria, the thespian reached out to her fans for suggestions on which country she should consider moving to.

    Read Also: Actress Debbie Shokoya appreciates ‘slave driver’ husband

    Taking to her Instagram page, she wrote: “Every day it’s getting clearer.

    “Even the rich dey complain. Na there I con dey wonder say wetin wan happen like this…

    “It’s not funny again ooo!! Bag of rice sold for 90k ke. Please, which country can I relocate to?”

  • Actress Debbie Shokoya appreciates ‘slave driver’ husband

    Actress Debbie Shokoya appreciates ‘slave driver’ husband

    Actress Debbie Shokoya has appreciated her husband in a lengthy post on Instagram describing him as her slave driver.

    She further called him her better half, stating that getting married to someone who believes in her dreams and vision is such a blessing.

    She said that when she tells her husband she wants to fly, he always encourages her rather than being selfish. She appreciated him for standing by her during the shooting of her movie.

    “Saying Thank You To Everyone Without Saying Thank You Publicly To My Better Half, Won’t Be Complete. My Slave Driver!!!

    “Getting Married To Who Believes In My Dreams And Vision Is Such A Blessing
    Mr Adetola…Oremi Atata. Thank You For Your Support. When I Say “Ade, I Want To Fly” His Reply Is “How High?? You Can Do It!!”. No Limitations.

    Read Also: Some pains never go away – Debbie Shokoya dedicates new movie to late child

    “Some Men Would Have Being Selfish About Things But You Thought Of My Happiness And Dreams First…Checking This On My Bucket List Feels So Good!! And That Was Possible With Your Encouragement
    Coming Back Every Night When We Were Shooting The Movie And I Complain About How Stressful It Is, You Always Remind Me Of How Strong I Am…
    Asking Me “Hope You Gave It Your Best Ooo”

    “Thank You So Much Oko Mi. God Bless You My Partner In Success

    “Thank You To My Bestie Too @habeebalagbe. Always Doing The Encouragement Just Like Hubby. I Cherish You Boo Mi@habeebalagbe”.

  • Some pains never go away – Debbie Shokoya dedicates new movie to late child

    Some pains never go away – Debbie Shokoya dedicates new movie to late child

    Nollywood actress Deborah Shokoya, popularly known as Debbie, has dedicated her latest film, ‘Irin Ayanmo,‘ to her late child.

    Reflecting on the enduring nature of certain pains that become a part of one’s essence, she acknowledged the traumatic experience as a source of strength.

    Debbie expressed her heartfelt dedication to her stillborn child in the movie, praising the child for teaching her the capacity for selfless sacrifice, paving ways effortlessly, and revealing her true strength.

    While expressing a longing to hold her child in her arms again with each passing day, Debbie conveyed her love and acknowledged the belief in God’s better plans.

    She wrote: “Some pain never goes away, they become part of you. Even though it’s traumatizing, it makes you stronger…this movie is dedicated to my cute little one. The one who made me know I could sacrifice without giving a second thought. The one who came and paved the way without stress, the one who sacrificed, so mama could live. The one who made me know that truly I am strong!!!

    “Every day passes and I wish I could hold you in my arms again, oh, my sweet gentle understanding baby…I love you with the whole of me!! But god has better plans.”

    Read Also: Debbie Shokoya grateful to God as she shares 2023 testimony

    In another post, Debbie expressed a desire that everyone who posted about her during the incident could help promote her movie.

    Sharing a message to her fans, she reminded them that no matter how dark life is, saying there is always light at the end of the tunnel.

    “I wish everyone who posted me then during the incident, I wish they will help post my movie this time it will mean so much and go a long way

    “There’s always that point in everyone’s life that we give huge sacrifices without thinking about the consequences. Remember, no matter how dark!!… There is always light at the end of the tunnel.”

  • Actress Debbie Shokoya showers encomium on Toyin Abraham over new movie

    Actress Debbie Shokoya showers encomium on Toyin Abraham over new movie

    Popular Nollywood actress, Debbie Shokoya has commended her senior colleague, Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi on her new movie. 

    Debbie took to her Instagram page to list out some of the things she learnt from Toyin, saying that her supportive spirit and zeal help others grow. 

    According to her, the words by Toyin hit her deeply and she knew that she was so sure of Toyin Abraham’s purpose.

    While Toyin has a new cinema movie ‘Maliaka’ underway, Debbie described the movie star and filmmaker as a strong-willed person who always strives hard to surpass her past records. 

    She said: “AFOBAJE! I Believe You Live Life And Get To A Point Where You Know Your Purpose Better. Worldbest Is At That Point…In Her Words “I Want To Start Making Stars With The Help Of God And My Influence”

    The Day She Said It, It Hits Deep And I Knew That She Is So Sure Of The Purpose

    “Aunty Toyin @toyin_abraham. Like I Say Always “You Have Paid Your Dues In Full”, So When I See You Get Everything You Get Now, It Gives Me Hope About What The Future Holds… I Tell People “Walk Before Flying!!”

    A Lot Of People Don’t Even Want To Stand To Walk, It’s From Crawling To Flying. Know It That…These Beautiful Women We Celebrate Today Actually Paid Their Dues Fully Before Moving To This Point And They Are Doing Great There.

    Read Also: Debbie Shokoya celebrates Mercy Aigbe on ‘Ada Omo Daddy’ movie premiere

    “WorldBest!!! Also In Your Words “I Want To Break My Own Record Always, I Just Want To Keep Getting Better Than Yesterday” Don’t Be Surprise That I Pay Attention To All These Words You Say…That’s Because I Know You To Be A Strong-Willed Person, You Sit Down To Pat Yourself At The Back After Putting In So Much Work.

    “This Is Me Saying…Well done Ma. You Are About To Break Your Last Record, You Put In The Work And It’s Crystal Clear. No Matter What Anyone Thinks, You Don’t Stop!! Goal Getter. I Celebrate You On This Good Beautiful Movie “MALAIKA” To Be Premiered This Sunday (17th Of December). And Will Be Showing In All Cinemas Across Nigeria (22nd Of December). We Are Ready To Watch This And The Cinemas Won’t Stop Shouting “SOLD OUT”

    Congratulations World Best!!!

    “I Raise My Wine Glass In The Air To Cheer This Beautiful Strong Woman Who Won’t Stop Doing Well For Herself And Her Brand!! AFOBAJE”.

  • Debbie Shokoya celebrates Mercy Aigbe on ‘Ada Omo Daddy’ movie premiere

    Debbie Shokoya celebrates Mercy Aigbe on ‘Ada Omo Daddy’ movie premiere

    Popular Nollywood actress, Deborah Ajijolajesu Shokoya, widely known as Debbie Shokoya has penned down a heartfelt note to her senior colleague, Mercy Aigbe Adeoti for an amazing film, ‘Ada Omo Daddy.’

    Debbie Shokoya celebrated Mercy Aigbe on her Instagram account by sharing photos and giving her heartfelt praise.

    Debbie acknowledged Mercy’s perseverance in setting her own records after years of hard work and dedication, saying that Mercy deserves all the support she receives.

    In an extensive Instagram post, Debbie Shokoya prayed for strength and congratulated Mercy Aigbe in advance for her movie.

    She wrote: “Aunty Mercy!!! I Celebrate You On This Day. You Have Proven Your Tenacity. You have set your record. You stood firm amidst it all and have shown that you are good at what you do. You have paid your dues, so you definitely deserve all the support you get now.

    Read Also: Actress Debbie Shokoya celebrates new milestone

    “I admire your strength. Your moves are worth emulating with the way you embodied all of this. Like I said, you are here to break your own record!! So, go for it hard like the Amazon that you are.

    “You Premiere “Ada Omo Daddy” Today!! Such a huge win. We saw how passionate you were doing the movie shoot, you were all up and doing. You made sure you didn’t leave any stone unturned, we see the way you market it like a newbie, you came humble about it, so you deserve all the support you get from people!! be sure that we will troop out in thousands and millions to go watch this movie in every cinema that will be showing it in Nigeria.

    “God bless you ma. I pray for more strength for you!! It’s a blessing already. Congratulations you made a movie.”

  • COP28: Debbie Shokoya defends Toke Makinwa for attending summit

    COP28: Debbie Shokoya defends Toke Makinwa for attending summit

    Popular Nollywood actress, Debbie Shokoya has taken to social media to defend media personality, Toke Makinwa amid backlash of attending the COP28 Climate Summit in Dubai.

    Toke had earned criticism after a video of her attending the event alongside President Bola Tinubu surfaced online.

    Many had assumed that the media personality was dating a politician, hence, her presence at the high-profile event.

    Defending her, Debbie noted how Nigerians are fond of giving hardworking women who aren’t married unnecessary titles based on their assumptions.

    Debbie stated that she couldn’t understand the hate as she questioned why people felt Toke was undeserving of such honour.

    She noted how the media personality works hard as she slammed netizens for crediting her success to a man.

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    Debbie wrote: “Please why do people think Toke Makinwa doesn’t deserve something though? I feel like it’s so unfair!!! This is someone who has been working hard for years. So, people choose to shove aside this hard work and put the credit on men!!

    “Being unmarried is a sin in Nigeria. Wow!!! I still wouldn’t understand the hate!!! You people find a way to give hardworking women who aren’t married, unnecessary titles based on your assumptions!!! Why pls??? ‼

    “What Are You Telling The Young Generation? That being married is an achievement and will free you from people unnecessarily judging you and your wins? Make it make sense pls.”

  • Actress Debbie Shokoya celebrates new milestone

    Actress Debbie Shokoya celebrates new milestone

    Actress Debbie Shokoya has celebrated her newest milestone on youtube. 

    The actress who resumed on her YouTube talk show, shared a video of an emotional interview with her colleague, Temitope Aremu, who opened up on engagement.

    The video has since ranked up over 23k views since it was released and Debbie Shokoya has been left speechless over it.

    Taking to her Instagram page, Debbie noted how God is working for her sake, adding that she didn’t expect the massive turn up.

    She added that this was her first lengthy content on YouTube and she had mixed feelings about it.

    Read Also: My fans are not noisemakers, says Actress Debbie Shokoya

    “Chai. God is working for my sake!!
    Honestly, I didn’t see myself hitting this number of views at this hour! This is my first lengthy content on YouTube and I was wondering how it would be.
    Trust me, it has been so encouraging.

    “To everyone liking, commenting on their honest review, and sharing with friends and families!! Thank you so much, Fam. Thank you so much!! It means so much to my brand because I have so much lovely content and movies. Coming up there soon!!”, she wrote.