Jide Okonjo
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This account is dedicated to TWO things:
🇳🇬 Nigerian news stories for my dedicated Nigerian readers.
💡 The Six Figure Series (A Vocal Exclusive) for writers, readers, and fans of Vocal.
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5 Crazy Expensive Things Burna Boy Has Done (Photos)
Nigeria's own African Giant, Burna Boy is a renowned singer, songwriter, and performer who has risen up to the ranks to become one of the biggest names out of the country. Burna Boy is wealthy. He knows it, we know it, and Burna Boy loves to flaunt it.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Beat
Toke Makinwa Finally Responds to Claims That Gulder Ultimate Search Failed Because of Her
Gulder Ultimate Search returned last year September after 9 whole years of being off-air. Unfortunately, despite amazing production and top-notch marketing, the show didn't end up becoming the phenomenon that creators thought it would be. Viewership wasn't as high as anticipated and in the general discourse, the show was regarded as a 'flop'. Theories on why this was the case varied but one that caught the attention of blogs and the public was the accusation that the show wasn't as successful because influencer and businesswoman Toke Makinwa was slated as host.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Confessions
What I Tell Companies That Demand I Remove Tattoos to Work With Them - DJ Sose
There are many things that corporations and our workplaces make us do that we would otherwise not do. From company dress codes that stifle some people's freedom of expression to rules on how they can act in and around the office. We all adjust to these rules because we want to keep our jobs, get deals, or in form or another, we want to make money.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Confessions
What We Still Need and Suffer From in Nollywood - Dakore
Nollywood has come a long way over the years. From a little industry that was not revered or respected by many to an international force that is putting Nigerian squarely on the map, Nollywood is one of Nigeria's greatest exports. But there are still some places that the industry is lacking and need help with especially from the government. Dakore Egbuson Akande definitely seems to think so.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Geeks
5 Nigerian Celebrities Who Used To Work For Other Celebrities
Celebrities are some of the most sought-after people to work for or under because people believe that working with a celebrity will not only be financially rewarding but will also carry clout wherever they go. Getting to work for a celebrity is so many people's dreams but what you rarely hear of is a celebrity working for or under another celebrity.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Journal
After Welcoming Triplets Following 25 Years of Childlessness, 50 Yr Old Couple Tell Their Story
I love a story with a happy ending and this is one of those kinds of stories. Everybody knows that as a Nigerian, two things everybody is on your neck about as soon as you become an adult are marriage and children. Once you get married, almost immediately, the question of children arises. For 52-year-old businessman, Deacon Michael Nwankwo, and his wife Victoria (50), that question lingered for 25 years. I'll repeat that for you - TWENTY. FIVE. YEARS.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Families
Why I Had to Act Old Mother Roles When I Was Just 25 - Hilda Dokubo
Contrary to what Google says, Hilda Dokubo is actually not 52 years old. In her recent interview with Chude, Hilda said about the Google age, "It's not on Google because Google didn't give birth to a child from my mother." According to Hilda, she is actually a few months short of turning 50.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Geeks
13 Best and Worst Looks From King of Thieves Movie Premiere (Photos)
King of Thieves (Ogundabede) is the latest Nollywood movie that will be out on the 8th of April. It stars big Nollywood names like Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi, Femi Adebayo, Odunlade Adekola, Adedimeji Lateef, Mr Macaroni, Broda Shaggi, and more. To celebrate the new release, a number of Nigerian celebrities decided to get dressed according to the theme of the evening and I must say, the looks are mad!
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Styled
A Simple Lie - Is It Worth Paying Money to See?
So I just got back home from watching A Simple Lie - the new Biodun Stephen movie starring Bisola and Kiekie. If you want to know if it's worth paying your money for or if you should wait and see it at home, then let me tell you what I personally think.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Geeks
Why I Hide My Children's Faces - Funke Akindele
Funke Akindele-Bello is undoubtedly and undeniably one of the most popular Nigerian actresses working today. With hit series like Jenifa's Diary, My Siblings and I, Aiyetoro Town and hit movies like the record-breaking Omo Ghetto: The Saga all coming from her production company, Sceneone Productions, it is undeniable that Funke is not only one of the most hardworking but also one of the most beloved and most successful celebrities today.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Families
Tems and Family Open Up About Bitter Struggles While Growing Up
Nigerian singer Tems is right now one of the biggest musical acts not just out of Nigeria but out of Africa. Her hit songs including Try Me and the worldwide smash Essence have dominated many charts and catapulted Tems to international success. One of the most characteristic things about Tems so far has been her mystique. So much has been said and written about her but she so rarely gives interviews or talks too much about herself. Because of that, a lot of misconceptions about her have also been born.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Humans
Why I'm Not on More Episodes of Jenifa's Diary - Falz
Folarin Falana popularly known to the world as Falz The Bahd Guy or simply Falz is an award-winning musician, actor, songwriter, activist, and entertainer. While Falz started off primarily as a musician, he later delved into acting securing his first major role as Sege on the very popular television show, Jenifa's Diary.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Humans
