Jide Okonjo
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This account is dedicated to TWO things:
🇳🇬 Nigerian news stories for my dedicated Nigerian readers.
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Moment Dakore Adviced Timini about Marriage On-Air (VIDEO)
Nollywood powerhouse siblings Dakore and Timini Egbuson are currently doing promotional press for Timini's new movie Reel Love and on their latest stop at Arise TV, there was a moment when Dakore, Timini, and the interviewer discussed love, and marriage.
By Jide Okonjo11 months ago in Humans
The Makinde Sisters: Inspiring Story Of How Three Sisters Became Pilots
In a world where aviation is still largely male-dominated, three Nigerian sisters—Mopelola, Oluwaseun, and Oluwafunmilayo Makinde—have soared above stereotypes, proving that the sky is truly the limit. Their story is not just one of professional success but also of perseverance, breaking barriers, and inspiring a new generation of women to take up careers in aviation.
By Jide Okonjo11 months ago in Journal
Moment Timini Knelt for 'Box Office Queen' Funke Akindele to Bless Him, What She Said (VIDEO)
Nigerian actor and now producer Timini Egbuson is currently hard at work promoting his movie Reel Love which will be opening in cinemas nationwide starting on the 14th of February. In anticipation of the movie's release, Timini has been hard at work doing promotional content and this week attended the movie premiere of the movie where other stars like Bimbo Ademoye, his sister Dakore Akande, Funke Akindele, and more were in attendance.
By Jide Okonjo11 months ago in Humans
'I'm Not A Cultist' - Seun Okinbaloye Addresses Viral Video
Rumors can spread like wildfire, and in today’s social media age, a single misinterpretation can snowball into a full-blown controversy. Nigerian journalist and Channels TV correspondent, Seun Okinbaloye, recently found himself at the center of one such storm after a video of him attending an event at his alma mater went viral.
By Jide Okonjo11 months ago in Humans
Lara George Sparks Debate about How Non-Nigerian vs Nigerian Gospel Singers Are Paid
In the world of gospel music, there has long been a debate about whether artists who sing songs of praise should charge for their performances. Some argue that gospel music is a ministry and should be offered freely, while others insist that gospel artists, like any other professionals, deserve to be compensated for their work. But what happens when these same critics then turn a blind eye to foreign gospel artists who charge huge amounts?
By Jide Okonjo11 months ago in Humans
My Advice for Single Women Over 30 - Eucharia Anunobi
Nollywood actress and preacher Eucharia Anunobi is here with another marriage counsel and this time its specifically geared towards women over 30. In her writeup, Eucharia advised women against words they should run away from hearing from romantic partners; and explained also through social media what she believes marriage should be about. Here's what Eucharia Anunobi had to say.
By Jide Okonjo11 months ago in Humans
Unforgivable Act That Made Me Divorce My Wife - Gospel Singer, Paul Nwokocha
Gospel singer Paul Nwokocha known for songs like "Aka M Di Ocha", "Chineke Nke Eluigwe", and "Ekele Oma" is opening up in a new social media share about why he left his wife over what he calls an 'abominable act.' For those who do not know, Paul Nwokocha was once married to a first wife who he then reportedly divorced and then married this second wife, just about a month later after the divorce from his first marriage. Now, barely a year after this new marriage, he is revealing why he is ending things with this second wife. Here's what Paul Nwokocha had to say.
By Jide Okonjo11 months ago in Humans
Simi Speaks on Rumored Beef Between Her and Davido
Over the years, there has been a long standing rumor held by some that Nigerian singer Simi doesn't like Davido. In fact, some people are convinced that Simi hates Davido. Different people have said all sorts of different things including saying things like "Simi can’t hide her hate for Davido, nobody will beat you if you own up publicly that you hate greatness", "She has no reason to like him na, He trolled her with zlantan , Nairamarley and co. Women don't move on like men", "She hates him so much" and more.
By Jide Okonjo11 months ago in Humans
Peller Reveals Tiktok Earnings
There is a lot that has been said about TikTok and what the viability of it as a money making platform really is, as some people believe that people on TikTok don't make money at all, while others believe that everybody on TikTok makes a ton of money. Like most things, the truth is somewhere in the middle and now, Nigerian TikTok star Peller is revealing during an interview with Ebuka on Rubbin' Minds the reality of his finances from Tiktok.
By Jide Okonjo11 months ago in Humans
Reason Why I Did Nose Surgery, What It Looks Like NOW - Zicsaloma (Photos)
Nigerian content creator and business man Zicsaloma has been the topic of conversation ever since announcing that he was undergoing a rhinoplasty aka plastic surgery on the nose. Earlier today, pictures of a swollen Zicsaloma fresh after the surgery started circulating, and now, the actor is here with new images and a new video to show off his face now after the swollen has reduced slightly. Speaking on the whole thing Zicsaloma said:
By Jide Okonjo11 months ago in Humans
Why I Told Stan I Don't Want to Go Through Motherhood Again; What He Said - Blessing Nze
Nollywood actress Blessing Nze is opening up during a new interview with Tope Olowoniyan about her experience with motherhood and revealing how she once decided she didn't want to go through it again; and what her husband Stan Nze said in response to that.
By Jide Okonjo11 months ago in Humans
After Losing 11 Family Members to Enugu Tanker Fire, Victims' Relative Speaks Out
One reads and hears about accidents and tanker fires on the news but is often far away from it actually feel the real-life damage it causes. Yet even though one doesn't feel it, these things ACTUALLY affect people's lives and upend the lives of some like 37 year old Ikechukwu Nwaji who lost 11 family members all in the space of one day because of a devastating tanker fire.
By Jide Okonjo11 months ago in Humans
