Jide Okonjo
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What My Late Mother Revealed to Me in a Dream - Funke Akindele
Nollywood actress and box office queen Funke Akindele is opening up about the message her mother whispered to her in a dream after a year of not seeing her in any dreams. Funke Akindele made the revelation during her Praise Fiesta, and also opened up about what her plans for 2025 are. Here is what Funke Akindele had to say about both.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
Moyo Lawal Opens Up about Volatile 2024
Nollywood actress Moyo Lawal celebrated her birthday at the beginning of the year, Jan. 1st, and is opening up about the very volatile year she had. Moyo, who was the subject of a lot of criticism and worry especially concerning her looks last year, is opening up now about some of the things she endured during the past year. Here's what Moyo Lawal had to say.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
"Why Have You Not Taken Your Child For Prayers?" - J'odie Responds
Singer J'odie is responding to a well meaning but insensitive comment an evangelist made on her social media page, and honestly, the exchange is serving as a learning point and an eye opener to many people who have either had these same kind of questions upon seeing differently abled people, or who just are generally curious to know if the parents of these kids have taken their children for prayers? Here is what J'odie said when somebody asked her a question of this nature in relation to her own child's condition.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
‘I Was Judged and Labeled’ - Omoborty on Her Journey to Finding Love as a Single Mother
Nigerian actress and filmmaker Biodun Okeowo, popularly known as Omoborty is sharing her journey to finding true love as a single mother. Biodun who tied the knot at the tail end of last year is opening up about how she didn't think it would happen for her, and also reflecting on the one thing she wishes was different on her wedding day. Here is what Biodun had to say.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
7 Nigerian Celebrities Clocking 50 This Year (2025)
It's a new year, and with a new year comes a new age. This year, a number of people will be clocking the big FIFTY years old - the golden age. It is a big deal and an age most of us wish to meet and surpass. A number of our favorite Nigerian celebrities will this year be entering the fifth floor. Without further ado, here are 7 Nigerian celebrities who will be clocking 50 this year, 2025.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
Your Guide to January 2025: Movies, TV, and Music to Watch Out For
January 2025 is upon us, and the entertainment industry here in Nigeria is rushing into it with full force and no time to waste. Already, movies, TV shows, and albums have been announced, and we're sure as the month goes along, more will be announced even then. But for now, looking ahead: here are 5 movies, TV, and music to watch out for in January of 2025.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Geeks
‘I Was Called Barren’ - Dayo Amusa Shares Testimony After Emotional Battle with Infertility
Nigerian actress and filmmaker Dayo Amusa is celebrating the testimony of giving birth to her child after a long wait, and now opening up the journey to get here in a new social media post. Here's what Dayo Amusa said.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
"Dear Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy..." - Paul Okoye Publishes Open Letter to Big 3 (Photo)
In the Nigerian music scene, there is the big 3: Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy. However, for some time now, there seems to be long running beef between these 3 men, a feud that many people still do not know if is real, where it came from, or to what extent it goes. But now, business man and influential music personality, Paul Okoye popularly known as PaulO is writing an open letter and calling for an end to this rift between the 3 men.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
10 Biggest Movies of 2024 and How Much They Made.
2024 has been quite a year for Nigerian cinema with a whole lot of blockbuster movies coming out. Through it all though, here are the 10 movies that audiences raced to cinemas to in droves for the most to watch.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
Timini Egbuson Shares Unusual Dating Advice
Nollywood actor and national heartthrob Timini Egbuson who is currently enjoying a long break from an extensive year of work, is opening up during a new interview with Saturday Beats about his current relationship status, as well as giving dating advice that may be unusual to some but makes sense when you read it in full. He also opened up about the holiday season speaking about his most cherished Christmas memories and more. Here's what Timini Egbuson had to say.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
Warning Funke Akindele Gave Me about Being a Fine Boy in Nollywood - Abayomi Alvin
Nollywood actor Abayomi Alvin who got a big break when he landed the role of Austin on the popular Funke Akindele produced series Jenifa's Diary is opening up during an interview with Tega Salubi about advice Funke Akindele gave him about being a fine boy in Nollywood, an advice he still holds on to till today. Here's what Abayomi Alvin had to say.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
