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  • Take responsibility for your lives – Yul Edochie urges Nigerians

    Take responsibility for your lives – Yul Edochie urges Nigerians

    Actor Yul Edochie has encouraged Nigerians to take responsibility for their lives, debunking the common notion that “village people” are holding individuals back from progressing.

    According to Yul, Nigerians are often their own obstacles, saying that the idea of village people being a hindrance is merely an excuse.

    He emphasised that village people are also striving to improve their own lives and don’t have time to focus on holding others back.

    Yul also stressed the importance of self-discovery and understanding one’s roots.

    He encouraged people to visit their villages, learn about their heritage, and ask questions about their lives.

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    He noted that the church alone cannot solve all problems, and individuals must take proactive steps to improve their lives.

    He wrote, “Nobody hold you for village. Village people don’t even have your time.

    “They’re busy trying to make headway in their own lives. Na you hold yourself.

    “Go home, go traditional and ask questions about your life. Know who you are, where you come from and where you should be heading to. Church doesn’t solve everything.”

  • Yul Edochie plans to name next son after Donald Trump

    Yul Edochie plans to name next son after Donald Trump

    Controversial actor Yul Edochie has announced plans to name his next son after Donald Trump, the US President-elect.

    In a recent Instagram post, Yul Edochie shared a photo of Donald Trump, praising him as the “leader of the Stubborn Boys Association.”

    The actor, who is known for his admiration for Donald Trump, expressed love for the President-elect and announced his plan to name his future son Trump. 

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    “Official portrait of my man for life, the incoming president of America. Leader of the Stubborn Boys association. President Donald Trump. You already know I’m naming my next son TRUMP,” he wrote.

  • Why premature deaths rampant – Yul Edochie

    Why premature deaths rampant – Yul Edochie

    Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has shared his thoughts on the rising number of premature deaths, attributing the phenomenon to the abandonment of traditional practices and the embrace of foreign worship. 

    In a recent Instagram post, Edochie suggested that this shift has angered ancestral spirits, leading to the premature deaths of individuals.

    He emphasised the importance of returning to traditional ways, highlighting their purity and power. 

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    Edochie urged people to reconnect with their ancestral practices, stressing that doing so is crucial for restoring balance and harmony.

    Edochie wrote: “Too many premature deaths these days. Young people dying in their twenties, thirties, and forties. It is not normal.

    “It is happening because we have abandoned our traditional ways and embraced the ways of the Oyinbo people. The spirits that protect many of us and our lands are angry because they have been relegated. We must go back to our traditional ways, which are very pure and powerful.”

  • I thank God I found Judy Austin – Yul Edochie gushes over wife

    I thank God I found Judy Austin – Yul Edochie gushes over wife

    Actor Yul Edochie has shared a heartwarming video with his second wife, Judy Austin, on Instagram, displaying their affection for each other.

    Yul captioned the video, expressing his gratitude to God for bringing Judy into his life.

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    He acknowledged that God answers prayers in His own unique way and thanked Him for guiding him to find Judy.

    “God answers prayers always. But He answers in his own ways. Everyday I thank God I found you. Ijele Odogwu @judyaustin1″, he wrote.

  • Yul Edochie marks son’s 18th posthumous birthday

    Yul Edochie marks son’s 18th posthumous birthday

    Actor Yul Edochie has paid tributes to his late son, Kambilichukwu, on what would have been his 18th birthday today. 

    Sharing their photo, Yul Edochie reflected on the activities his son loved, hoping he was able to continue doing them in the afterlife.

    The actor expressed his deep longing for his son, appealing to him to continue watching over his family. 

    Yul Edochie’s message reads: “Happy 18th birthday, son, Kambi Yul-Edochie. Hope you’re doing well over there, flying with the angels and playing basketball and football. I miss you so much. Keep watching over your family. Till we meet again. Forever in my heart, Love you, son.”

    Kambilichukwu died in 2023 at 16, after reportedly slumping and being rushed to the hospital.

  • Yul Edochie applauds Tinubu’s policies on power supply, security

    Yul Edochie applauds Tinubu’s policies on power supply, security

    …says terrorist attacks have been reduced under current administration

    Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has publicly endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s leadership, praising his administration’s achievements in improving Nigeria’s power supply and enhancing national security. 

    Edochie highlighted that several states now enjoy up to 22 hours of uninterrupted power supply daily, while incidents of terrorist attacks have significantly declined, attributing these improvements to Tinubu’s strategic policies. 

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    Taking to Instagram, the actor expressed his admiration for the president, writing: 

    “Many states in Nigeria now enjoy 22hrs per day of steady power supply. Terrorist attacks have reduced drastically, all courtesy of the policies of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. @officialasiwajubat The Jagaban. The Master Strategist. The silent achiever. So much more to come. Jagaban will fix it all.” 

    Edochie’s endorsement aligns with ongoing efforts by President Tinubu’s administration to strengthen the economy and ensure security across the country, marking a period of optimism for further progress.

  • Yul Edochie faults punishing children for speaking native languages

    Yul Edochie faults punishing children for speaking native languages

    Controversial actor Yul Edochie has taken a strong stance against disciplining African children for using their native languages.

    On Instagram, he emphasised the importance of teaching English for communication, but stressed that punishing children for speaking their mother tongue is unacceptable.

    Edochie attributed this mindset to colonialism’s lingering effects, urging Africans to reclaim their heritage.

    He questioned whether other cultures, like the Chinese, would ever discourage their language, highlighting the double standard.

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    “Yes, teach children English. It’s important for communication. But don’t flog them for speaking their mother tongue. That’s unacceptable. That’s slavery mentality which Oyibo people stuffed out brains with. Will a Chinese man or woman ever flog a Chinese child for speaking Chinese?

    “Never make your fellow African feel inferior for being African. If we’re not proud of who we are as Africans & where we come from, we’ll never know where we’re headed,” he said.

    Yul Edochie’s message aims to promote a positive shift in mindset, encouraging parents and educators to foster linguistic diversity and cultural pride. 

  • Yul Edochie assures Nigerian citizens, says things will change positively

    Yul Edochie assures Nigerian citizens, says things will change positively

    Controversial actor Yul Edochie has shared words of encouragement with Nigerians amidst the country’s economic crisis and fuel price hike.

    He expressed his thoughts on Instagram on Friday, October 11, stating: “It will be well with our country. It’s a difficult time in Nigeria. Many are angry and losing patience. But I believe things will change positively soon. Good things take time to mature. Certain good policies take time to yield results. Let’s be patient. I believe in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu @officialasiwajubat and I believe He will fix Nigeria.”

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    He accompanied his message with a picture of himself wearing a dress featuring President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s face.

  • We were taught biblical history than our ancestors, lineage roots – Yul Edochie

    We were taught biblical history than our ancestors, lineage roots – Yul Edochie

    Nollywood actor-turned-preacher Yul Edochie has ignited a thought-provoking debate on cultural identity and heritage, stressing the need for Nigerians to reconnect with their ancestral roots.

    Edochie argued that years of exposure to biblical narratives have led to a surprising disparity in knowledge, where many Nigerians are more familiar with biblical figures like Moses, Isaac, and Jacob than their own cultural heroes and heritage.

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    He emphasizes that understanding one’s cultural identity is crucial to self-discovery and a sense of belonging.

    Edochie advocates for a renewed focus on exploring and appreciating African history, mythology, and cultural traditions, rather than solely relying on biblical stories.

    He wrote on Instagram: “We have been brainwashed to know everything about Moses, Isaac, Jacob and the people of Israel. Yet we know nothing about our ancestors, their exploits, and the great people in our lineage.

    “If you don’t know who you are and where you are coming from, you will never know where you are heading.”

  • Why you should never say there’s no power in Jesus’s name – Yul Edochie 

    Why you should never say there’s no power in Jesus’s name – Yul Edochie 

    Actor Yul Edochie has shared a spiritual message on Instagram, stating the significance of the name of Jesus. 

    He warned Nigerians never to say there’s no power in the name, emphasising that doing so marks the beginning of downfall.

    Edochie acknowledged potential flaws in Christianity, noting that some parts of the religion have been altered to suit men, not God. 

    However, he stressed the importance of recognising the power in Jesus’ name, citing historical precedent that those who have denied it have not fared well.

    “There is power in the name of Jesus.

    Never you say there’s no power in the name.

    “You can fault the white man’s religion.

    Yes, some parts of it have been altered to suit men and not God. But never you say there’s no power in the name JESUS.

    “It always marks the beginning of downfall. Read history, people who have said such in the past never ended well”, he wrote.