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5 Times Tacha's Outfits Went TOO FAR (Photos)
Nigerian reality TV star turned actress and influencer, Natacha Akide popularly known as Tacha is still till today one of the most famous names to come out of the Big Brother Naija franchise. Over the years, Tacha has been able to build a very strong following of Titans for herself due in part to her personality, but also because of her "don't care" attitude which also comes out a lot in her fashion choices.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
The Ugly Truth About Walt Disney
The year is 1928 and 27-year-old Walter Elias Disney is sitting on a train after a pretty crumby business meeting. He takes out his faithful pencil and starts sketching, drawing something that he has no idea for decades to come will change people’s perception of a certain kind of vermin. Above the sketch, he writes, “Mortimer Mouse.” He then takes it home and shows his wife Lily. She chuckles and tells him, “Come on Walt, you need a cuter name than Mortimer…What about Mickey?” Walt smiles and agrees, Mickey will work. This is such a cute scene from the annals of American history, but did we add that Mr Disney drew that sketch at a time when he may have had some very bad thoughts in his head?
By Jayveer Vala3 years ago in Humans
Why My Doctor Told Me to Do Liposuction Since I Want to Become a Mum - Ashmusy
Nigerian influencer, skitmaker, model, and actress Ashmusy is one of the most talked about and most controversial celebrities right now because of the things she says on social media, and also because of her openness around cosmetic surgery and the work she's done. Now, during a new interview with The Vanguard, Ashmusy opened up more about the cosmetic surgery she did and why exactly she did it. Here's what Ashmusy said.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
Why I No Longer Care About Getting My Flowers From This Industry - Kcee
Nigerian musician Kcee is one artiste who has been in this music game for a very long time. The singer's rise to fame began really in 2002 after he won the Star Quest talent show. Since then, he has gone on to make hit records in his career including Limpopo, Pull Over, Cultural Praise, Mummy Moo, and more. Still, despite the amount of time Kcee has dedicated into his musical career, it still feels as though he hasn't been given his flowers for his contributions to the music industry.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
What My Son Does That Always Fills My Heart - Wizkid Opens Up About Fatherhood
Nigerian singer Wizkid is back with a brand new album called "More Love, Less Ego". It is the singer's fifth studio album, and now during a new interview with Apple Music, the very successful artiste opens up about why he chose to call the album "More Love, Less Ego", success, and being a performer. Here is what Wizkid had to say.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
Why Solitude Made Me Realize That My Mum and My Dad Were Useless - Bolanle Ninalowo
Nigerian actor Bolanle Ninalowo is one of the better known actors in Nigeria today. During a sit down interview with Chude, Bolanle opened up about his massive struggle when he first came into Nigeria. He talks about how it affected his marriage, his mental health, and what solitude revealed to him about even his parents. Here's what Bolanle Ninalowo said.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
5 Nigerian Singers Who Have Been Shamed for their Skin (Photos)
Skin shaming is the awful action or practice of humiliating someone by making mockery or critical comments about their skin. It has been rampant over the years and happens at varying degrees. It could be shaming someone for having pimples on their skin, for their skin being 'too dark' or 'too light' or any insulting statement made about another person's skin. Most people at some point or another have been victims of skin shaming, but not many people get it to the extent that people in the spotlight do. Today, we'll be counting down 5 Nigerian celebrities who have been victims of skin shaming. Let's go!
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
What Having a Viral Hit Like 'Peru' Taught Me - Fireboy DML
Not many musicians in their lifetime get to experience the level of fame and success that 'Peru' brought to Nigerian singer Fireboy DML. Almost as if overnight, that singular song changed Fireboy's life and now, after months of the song being out and having its moment, Fireboy is finally getting some time to look back at that time of his life and reflect on what he learnt from it. Fireboy during his interview with HypeBeast also talked about how his life has changed since releasing his album, what he does outside of music, and his advice for his younger self. Here's what Fireboy DML said.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
Why I'm Resigning from Fake Life After Seeing N2 Million Hair Bill - Lilian Afegbai
Lilian Afegbai is a Nollywood actress and media personality and now, in a new rant just uploaded to her social media, Lilly Afe talks about why she is resigning from baddie lifestyle after her hair vendor sent her bill. It's a funny story and I've written the whole thing down for you below if you don't feel like watching the video. If you do want to watch the video, you can watch it at the bottom of this post. Here is what Lilian Afegbai said.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
How I Dealt With My Jealousy of Ozo After He Won Innoson Car - Neo
Nigerian reality TV star and actor Neo Akpofure is talking abut friendship during a new conversation he had with Ebuka Obi-Uchendu on Rubbin Minds. During the segment, Neo opened up about being friends with people who have different ideologies than him, dealing with friendships on social media, and navigating jealousy in friendships. Here's what he said.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
Stella Adler: Revered & Feared
The legendary mentor who taught Brando and De Niro, among others, came to Toronto one drizzly April evening in 1983 to present a lecture. Famous for her acerbic tongue and her insistence on emotional honesty in acting, she did not disappoint with her leonine delivery. She also toned it down to kitten-level when the moment called for it.
By Marie Wilson3 years ago in Humans
Why It's Time for Gov. Wike to Check Out - Tonto Dikeh
At this point, it is not news to anybody that Nollywood actress and philantropist Tonto Dikeh is running for the position of deputy governor along with gubernatorial candidate, Tonte Ibraye under the African Democratic Congress party. The news came as a shock when Tonto announced it many months ago, but since then, the actress turned politician has been on the ground doing the work of talking to the people and campaigning for the position.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
