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Reality TV star, Leo Da Silva, has spoken out in defense of UK-based YouTuber, Emdee Tiamiyu, who is currently facing heavy backlash for his recent interview with the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). During the interview, Emdee claimed that many Nigerians enter the UK under the guise of studying but actually have a hidden agenda to ‘japa’ and find better opportunities in the country. He made this statement shortly before UK implemented a policy restricting foreign students from bringing their family members along for academic programs below the PhD level. The interview didn’t go down well many Nigerians, who didn’t hesitate…
Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing has reacted to her colleague Adunni Ade being called out over an alleged debt of N250,000. Adunni Ade made headlines a few days ago when some Islamic clerics, during the late Nollywood actor Murphy Afolabi’s firdau prayer, accused her of owing him N250,000. According to the clerics, who claim to be members of Murphy’s burial committee, he had paid Adunni Ade the money for a role in his movie before his sudden passing. However, Adunni Ade has now come forward to deny the allegations, stating that she had already refunded Murphy Afolabi’s money prior to his…
Nigerian singer and songwriter, Nonso Amadi, has revealed that music executive Banky W and his wife, Adesua Etomi, convinced his parents to allow him to pursue a career in music. He made this known via his Twitter handle on Tuesday night, May 23. The “Tonight” crooner expressed gratitude to the celebrity couple, acknowledging that their gesture had a significant impact on gaining his parents’ support for his career choice. He further noted that his mother is actively involved in the creation of his forthcoming Extended Play (EP). “Just want to say thank you to @BankyW and his lovely wife @AdesuaEtomiW…
Nigerian businesswoman, Sandra Iheuwa, has narrated how her ex-husband, Steve Thompson, had an affair with popular actress, Nancy Iheme, before and during their marriage. Sandra, whose marriage to Steve ended after only a few months, spoke about the affair in a recent interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo. Recall that in February, Sandra accused Nancy of sleeping with her ex-husband. To shed more light on the affair, Sandra explained that Steve told her about his previous relationships before their wedding, including his fling with Nancy. He also showed her his chat with the actress in a bid to brag about…
A Nigerian businesswoman has claimed that the late Nollywood actor Murphy Afolabi owed her a huge sum of money before his sudden passing. The woman made this claim during the Firdau Prayer held in honor of the late thespian on Monday, May 22nd, 2023, in Lagos State. During the event, the woman stepped forward and informed the Islamic clerics that she had a N1.4 million business dealing with the actor before his death, which he had not yet paid. When asked what she wanted them to do, she informed them that a committee is already working on recovering the owed…
Nigerian actor and politician, Banky W, has spoken on his absence from the recently concluded Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA). The 9th edition of the AMVCA, which took place at the Eko Hotel on Saturday, May 20, 2023, celebrated talents in the film industry across Africa. Numerous celebrities attended the event in glamorous and stunning fashion. However, the beloved pair of Banky W and Adesua Etomi, who are known for their stunning red carpet appearances, were noticeably absent. Days after the event, Banky W shared photos of himself and his wife, Adesua Etomi, dressed in matching khaki outfits on…
Popular Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe-Adeoti, has taken to social media to showcase her beautiful new wedding ring. The thespian, in a post shared on her Instastory, flaunted her dazzling wedding ring with a huge red rock and praised her husband, filmmaker Kazim Adeoti, for the eyepopping ring. Mercy, who couldn’t contain her excitement, expressed gratitude to her husband for the gorgeous ring and proudly bragged about her status as his wife. “Aya D’Owner, thanks boo @kazimadeoti,” she captioned the photo. The beautiful mother of two, who got married to the filmmaker in 2022, also gave a glimpse of their traditional…
Chelsea owner, Todd Boehly has begun taking a step back at the club after the Premier League giants’ worst season under his watch. The Blues suffered their worst season in 29 years, as they will finish 12th in the Premier League this season. The American billionaire took over and began mega-spending in two successive transfer windows. He spent about six hundred million pounds on players in the last two transfer windows but it backfired hugely as Thomas Tuchel was sacked and Frank Lampard was unable to improve things. And now Bloomberg reports that Boehly has decided to dial back his…
Each member of the Flying Eagles squad will become an owner of a five-metre square plot of land in Abuja if the team emerges champions at the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Argentina. Aliyu Oroje Wammako, an ardent football fan and president of the Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria made the promise when he visited the players at their Hyatt Park Hotel base in Mendoza. Wammako also assured the players and their officials that they will be handsomely rewarded even if they win the competition. The Flying Eagles started their campaign on a winning note, edging out the…
Former Liverpool defender, Jamie Carragher and Manchester United legend Gary Neville have revealed their respective favourite games of the season. The Premier League has just one match left before the curtain is drawn to allow the summer transfer window commence fully. Unsurprisingly, Carragher picked Liverpool’s 7-0 mauling of Manchester United as his favourite match of the season. For Neville, the 2022 World Cup final between Argentina and France was his top match of the football season. “It has been a poor season for Liverpool but that game will still be talked about in 10 or 20 years, there is no…