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  • I was paid N2.5m to ridicule Davido online – Actor Uche Maduagwu

    I was paid N2.5m to ridicule Davido online – Actor Uche Maduagwu

    Controversial actor Uche Maduagwu has publicly apologised to music star Davido, revealing he was paid N2.5 million to criticise the singer and his family on social media.

    In a recent interview, Maduagwu expressed remorse for his actions, stating that Davido had never personally wronged him.

    Maduagwu claimed he was part of a group of five influencers paid to drag Davido online, and is now urging others involved to come forward and apologise.

    “I want to use this opportunity to apologise to Davido. I was paid to ridicule you, your wife, and your family on social media. I am not the only one, we were like five influencers. I sincerely apologise. Please forgive me. I collected N2.5 million to ridicule you. I am sorry,” he said.

    The actor added that his conscience could no longer allow him to remain silent, describing his actions as wrong and regrettable.

  • Uche Maduagwu apologises to Rita Edochie over previous criticism

    Uche Maduagwu apologises to Rita Edochie over previous criticism

    Actor Uche Maduagwu has publicly apologized to actress Rita Edochie over previous remarks he made about her.

    In a statement shared on Instagram on Wednesday, Maduagwu expressed regret for his comments and acknowledged that he had been wrong.

    Known for his controversial takes, the actor noted that even wise figures like King Solomon made mistakes, adding that humility compelled him to make amends.

    Maduagwu had previously stirred debates with his criticism of the Edochie family, but now says he is ready to move forward respectfully.

    “Aunty Rita, I’m sorry for all I said about you, even king Solomon with all the wisdom God give am, still made mistakes. So who am I? But what makes us strong is the ability to know we made mistakes and be humble enough to ask for forgiveness.”

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    According to him, he has realised that Rita was a ‘shining light’ in her family that dispels darkness.

    “Honestly, with everything I’ve known about this matter, I can now boldly say that aunty Rita, every family needs a shining light like you. Time never reach for me to talk many things wey people no know.

    “But for now, I want you all to celebrate this great woman, she’s a shining light wey dey make darkness run kitikata. She has a good heart, no darkness fit stay where she stays because she is a light in that family.”

    As of the time of this report, Rita has not responded to the apology.

  • Judy Austin did not charm Yul Edochie – Uche Maduagwu 

    Judy Austin did not charm Yul Edochie – Uche Maduagwu 

    Actor Uche Maduagwu has defended Judy Austin, wife of Nollywood actor Yul Edochie, dismissing allegations that she used charms to win his heart.

    In a post shared via Instagram, Maduagwu claimed Yul’s affection for Judy is rooted in the respect and admiration she shows him — qualities he believes were missing in his previous marriage to May Edochie.

    He argued that many marriages break down because women stop treating their husbands with the same reverence and adoration they offered before marriage. According to him, women often forget the traditional and biblical expectation of treating their husbands like kings.

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    While Maduagwu clarified that he does not support Judy’s actions, he urged married women to learn from the situation, stressing that many men remain unhappy in their marriages due to a lack of respect and dignity from their spouses.

    He said, “Judy did not use juju on Yul, she only treated him as a king and lord and that is why he is having happiness. I do not support what Judy did, everybody knows I do not support it. In fact I am angry that she got pregnant with Yul, but this should be a lesson to married women.

    “Many men are not happy in their marriages but they cannot complain. So many of them are not treated like kings in their homes. Before a man marries a woman she worships the man, but when they finally get married, the woman begins to change her character.”

  • I revived Jim Iyke’s career, Uche Maduagwu boasts

    I revived Jim Iyke’s career, Uche Maduagwu boasts

    Controversial Nollywood actor, Uche Maduagwu, has claimed that he brought back to life the acting career of veteran colleague, Jim Iyke.

    He claimed while addressing his 2021 stunt with Jim Iyke in a recent episode of the Trends and Bants podcast.

    Recall that Jim Iyke made headlines in 2021 after a video of him beating Maduagwu for questioning the source of his wealth on social media, went viral.

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    However, Maduagwu disclosed in 2022 that the video was a stunt to promote Jim Iyke’s comeback movie and that he received N4.8 million for the stunt.

    Speaking on the Trends and Bants podcast recently, Maduagwu claimed that before the stunt, the veteran actor was absent from the movie industry.

    He said: “The truth is I revived Jim Iyke’s career with that stunt. Before the skit, were you hearing about Jim Iyke everywhere? I revived his acting career.”

  • Stop ignoring hardworking men – Uche Maduagwu blasts Uriel

    Stop ignoring hardworking men – Uche Maduagwu blasts Uriel

    Controversial actor, Uche Maduagwu has berated reality star Uriel, accusing her of ignoring responsible men who come her way.

    Uche and Uriel are at odds over her marital status and her outspoken desire for a romance.

    The conflict caught the interest of social media fans and followers.

    Uche Maduagwu started the debate by posting a video in which he expressed his confusion about Uriel’s constant social media postings about her search for a partner.

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    Maduagwu chastised Uriel for being too picky, emphasising her age and the pressure to find a partner.

    He said: “URIEL, Stop this, you no fit Dey ignore hardworking and responsible Guy’s begging you for a #relationship and then running to social media to complain that there is no Eligible men for Naija. Stop this, if you get spiritual #HUSBAND Wey Dey tell you not to accept #marriage proposal from all the Eligible and responsible men Wey Dey run after you, tell us.”

  • MC Galaxy reportedly arrests Uche Maduagwu over false claim

    MC Galaxy reportedly arrests Uche Maduagwu over false claim

    Singer, Innocent Udeme Udofot, popularly known as MC Galaxy, has allegedly arrested controversial actor, Uche Maduagwu a few days after he raised questions about the source of the singer’s income.

    The controversy began when MC Galaxy allegedly spent $60,000 on a music video released.

    Uche Maduagwu openly questioned the origin of the funds, casting doubt on the singer’s financial activities.

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    Maduagwu specifically called on MC Galaxy to disclose his genuine source of income, insinuating that the artist is involved in more than just music.

    In response to this public call-out, a video has surfaced on the internet depicting Uche Maduagwu in handcuffs, being arrested and forced into a vehicle.

    This arrest reportedly followed MC Galaxy’s ultimatum, where he demanded an apology from Uche Maduagwu within 24 hours for questioning his source of income or face legal consequences.

  • If you don’t celebrate divorce anniversary, you’re ungrateful to God, says Uche Maduagwu

    If you don’t celebrate divorce anniversary, you’re ungrateful to God, says Uche Maduagwu

    Controversial actor Uche Maduagwu has challenged those who do not celebrate their divorce anniversaries, accusing them of ingratitude toward God. 

    Maduagwu, however, called on people to change their perspective on divorce, advocating for its celebration to become a norm.

    He argues that divorce should be accompanied by festivities because it symbolizes liberation from potential “untimely death.” 

    According to him, divorce represents courage and freedom from unhealthy relationships, and it should be marked with joy and revelry as a way to express gratitude to God for the strength to break free from what others may still be enduring due to their inability to leave such unions.

    He said: “We need to normalize celebrating Divorce and stop making it look like funeral. Divorce is not a sign of failure, it’s a celebration of bravery and freedom.

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    “People who don’t celebrate their #Divorce Anniversaries are being ungrateful to God because so many people are still in Bad and unhappy #Marriages that they are unable to walk out of.

    “So if you are lucky enough to walk out of a #Marriage that does not bring out the #BEST in you, please CELEBRATE, it takes a special GRACE from God to achieve that Freedom.”