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Nigerian chef, Hilda Baci, who recently broke the Guinness World Record for the longest cooking by an individual, has revealed that she was once homeless. The 26-year-old restaurateur and chef made this revelation during a recent interview with TVC. Speaking on her recent rise to fame as a result of her historic achievement, Hilda said, “A lot of people see this buzz now, and most of them think I dropped from the sky. They don’t know I was homeless at some point. There’s an entire phase and journey that got me here, and I’m not even done. “This is still…
Fast-rising Nollywood actress, Bella Ebinum, has said she is tired of acting in village-themed movies and desires to feature in better roles. She stated this in reaction to the public outcry that arose after Asaba-based actors, including herself, were snubbed in the recently concluded Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA). Recall that the organizers of the award show were called out for not recognizing actors based in the Eastern and Southern part of Nigeria, such as Destiny Etiko, Yul Edochie, and Junior Pope, and failing to nominate them in any award category. Following the outburst, Bella went online to defend…
Popular Nigerian singer, Temitope Adekunle popularly known as Small Doctor, has declared that he does not smoke any substance or consume alcohol. He revealed this during an interview with Beat FM in Lagos, noting that he had never indulged in those vices before becoming famous. The singer revealed that he doesn’t womanize either, shocking the interviewers. He said; “I don’t drink, I don’t smoke…I don’t womanize. I don’t have a vice. Trust me. No cap. I have been like this since like a decade ago, trust me. Even before I got Visa to any other country.” Watch him speak below, In…
Nollywood actress and wife of legendary singer 2Baba, Annie Idibia, recently came close to tears as she pleaded with Nigerians to give their marriage a break. The actress and her husband, 2Baba, have been making headlines following the premiere of the second season of the popular reality series, “Young, Famous and African.” In an excerpt from the reality series that is circulating online, Annie is seen begging Nigerians to respect their privacy and to stop speculating about their relationship, while visibly trying to hold back her tears. She also noted that she no longer knows who her true friends are,…
Popular veteran Nollywood actress, Patience Ozokwo, has taken to social media to express her gratitude to her children following her recent win at the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Award (AMVCA). The respected thespain won the prestigious Industry Merit Award at the ninth edition of the AMVCA, which took place in Lagos on Saturday, May 20. In a heartfelt post on her Instagram page, Patience Ozokwo acknowledged the significant sacrifices her children have made for the sake of her career. She noted that throughout her acting career, her children had to endure long periods without her presence due to her demanding…
A video of the hilarious moment reality TV star and influencer, Diana Edobor, tackled an interviewer for his reaction to the price of her outfit has sparked funny reactions online. The former Big Brother Naija star was one of the celebrities who attended the recently concluded Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) at Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos over the weekend. Diana, who wore a lovely brown dress with a flamboyant fascinator to the award show, was interviewed by media personality, Timi Agbaje, who inquired about the dress’ inspiration and cost. In response, the French-born celebrity passionately shared the…
Hailey Adeleke, the second daughter of popular Nigerian singer, Davido, has caused a buzz on social media after she revealed her future ambition. The six-year-old, who recently graduated to a higher class, stated during her graduation ceremony that she wants to be a basketballer in the future. Speaking in an adorable video making rounds online, Hailey, who was spotted in a graduation gown, said she wants to become a basketballer when she grows up. “My name is Hailey Adeleke.. and when I grow up, I want to be a basketballer”, she said in the presence of her fellow classmates, teachers…
Singer Lyta’s babymama, Kemi Ayorinde, has berated actress, Annie Idibia, for always defending her husband, singer 2Face Idibia, despite the controversy surrounding his life. Kemi shared her sentiment about the celebrity couple while reacting to an episode of the newly released season of Netflix show “Young, Famous & African”, where Annie defended her husband after he was dragged on social media for saying ‘men are wired to cheat’. The mother of two had stated that it is erroneous for people to sell the narrative that her husband has children with several women when he only fathered five children with two…
Legendary Nigerian singer Innocent Idibia, better known by his stage name 2Baba, has openly acknowledged that his wife Annie’s love for him can be scary at times. The father of seven stated this in excerpts from the reality TV series “Young, Famous, and African Reality Show,” currently making the rounds online. 2Baba, in a chat with South African media personality Khanyi Mbau, candidly admitted that his wife, Annie, shows him more love than he reciprocates, and her love can sometimes be scary. Khanyi had asked 2Baba, “Do you know how much she loves you? She will burn herself to keep…
The Nigerian movie industry has once again been thrown into mourning following the death of one of its prominent veteran actors, Prince Adewale Adeyemo. The actor passed away on Monday morning, May 22, after a brief illness. Nollywood actor, Kunle Afod broke the sad news on his Instagram page moments ago. He shared a picture of the deceased and prayed that God comforts his family and colleagues. “He passed on early hours of today after a brief illness. God will comfort all his family, friends and colleagues.” Afod wrote. This comes hours after the Yoruba movie industry held a night…