Prince Adewale Elesho, the current president of the Association of Nigerian Theatre Arts Practitioners (ANTP), is a movie industry veteran recognized for his advocacy for the promotion of morals and Nigeria’s cultural heritage in Nigerian films. In this interview with FEMI OGUNTAYO, the respected actor discusses why he quit the movie industry for a while, how immorality has infiltrated modern-day Nollywood, and his plans for the future. Excerpts: You’ve been on stage for nearly 30 years; how did you get started and which film do you credit with catapulting you to fame? I began my career as an actor in…
Author: Ruth Mobolaji
Wizkid once again put Nigeria on the world music map on Sunday 28th of November as he hosted his much anticipated concert at the O2 Arena in London. As expected one of the major highlights of the night was performing ‘Essence’ with Tems on stage. An excited Tems who is still reveling in the success of the concert took to her Instagram page on Monday evening to share pictures from the concert. Wizkid then took to the comment section of the post to express his love for Tems. ‘Love you’, he wrote in a terse message. Reacting to the message…
Comic actor, Quadri Oyebamiji also known as Sisi Quadri has taken to his official Facebook page to share lovely photos of his brother’s wedding named, Mujjeeb Oyebamiji with the caption, ” Congratulations on marriage Mujjeeb Oyebamiji. He is really looking very much alike his brother. His lovely fans have sent their congratulatory messages wishing his brother a happy married life. His full name is Quadri Tolani Oyebamiji popularly known by his stage name as Sisi Quadri, is a Nigerian Nollywood actor, comedian, film maker, MC, brand influencer, and brand ambassador who has been recognized for his style of acting and…
Olamilakan Agbeleshe, aka Laycon, the winner of Big Brother Naija’s ‘LockDown’ Edition, stirred outrage after being sighted in a lingerie boutique in London. Laycon was seen in the video studying various lingerie at the store, most likely to find the perfect size. Many of his followers are surprised, especially because Laycon has never officially identified any girl as his girlfriend or fiancee. However, many social media users claimed that Laycon could be shopping the lingerie for his colleagues Erica or Lilo. keissssss1 wrote: Maybe he want buy for erica he bestie clevershont wrote: He wants to buy pant and bra…
Nollywood actress Anita Joseph and her colleague Destiny Etiko are currently not on good terms as the duo has unfollowed each other on the photo and video-sharing app Instagram. This new development may be connected to the war between actress Luchy Donalds and Destiny Etiko, in which Anita Joseph pitches her tent with the former. The trouble started after Luchy Donalds took to her Instagram page to share a video of her flaunting several Gucci bags and other designers items she got for herself. However, many fans and followers left nasty comments on her page, wondering if Luchy Donalds really…
Former housemates of Big Brother Naija Season 6 ‘Shine Ya Eye’ edition, Cross and Angel Smith, have once again displayed their ‘strange friendship’ in front of their fans and followers. Cross handed Angel a diamond bracelet on their sponsored trip to Dubai after a series of denials on the show about their romantic relationship. Some of the Big Brother Naija season six stars, including Cross, Angel, Saskay, Jaypaul, and Pere, are currently in Dubai on an all-expenses-paid trip sponsored by the well-known brand Pepsi. Angel, to to the delight of her followers, took to her Instagram story on Sunday night…
Popular reality stars, Kiddwaya Terseer and Erica Nlewedim, sparked outrage after releasing a photo from their video conference session. It should be remembered that the two had an intimate connection throughout the 2020 season of Big Brother Naija, which ended after the show’s completion. After uploading a screenshot from their video chat session, Erica refuted the idea of being in a relationship with Kiddwaya. “They’ll soon say we’re dating,” the disqualified ex-housemate of the 2020 BBNaija version of the program commented with the photo on her Instagram story. This, however, met some admirers unbothered, while others pressed on the topic…
Married dancer, Janemena, posted a video of herself enjoying a lovely time with a man she claims is her sugardaddy. Janemena flaunted her legs and her sugardaddy’s leg in a brief video. She did not, however, reveal his identity to her fans. She opened up about having another sugar daddy waiting for her in the video, and she declared her plan to visit them at different intervals to keep the relationship balanced. “I came to see my sugar daddy so I can devote more time to the other by Christmas.” “I, too, get it oo,” her video’s description stated. This…
Sanni Iyabo professionally known as Paramount Komedy is a fast-rising Nigerian comedienne and actor. She is also a social media star and content developer. ‘Paramount Komedy’ by Sanni Iyabo Iyabo is a Creative Arts student at Ogun State’s elite Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED). Today, paramount posted photographs of her graduation on her verified Instagram account, thanking God Almighty, her parents, and everyone of her admirers for their support thus far. She wrote: CERTIFIED GRADUATE 🙏.I am so grateful to God almighty, my parent & #parafams worldwide🙏@mazitundeednut see the young girl you brought to limelight is finally a graduate…
Salamatu Gbajamiala, the wife of House of Representatives Speaker Femi Gbajabiamila, has generated controversy with her N12,000,000 attire. This comes after Diezani Maduke, the former Minister of Petroleum Resources, had her assets, including jewelry, taken owing to illicit ways of acquisition. An examination of her clothes, shoes, wristwatch, and bag revealed price tags and a total value of N12 million naira. Diezani Madueke should not be the government’s sole crucified’meat,’ according to the social media user who conducted the analysis. The most shocking aspect of her costume was the outcome, which made her look tacky, rather than the high price…
Controversial blogger and self-acclaimed relationship guru, Blessing Okoro AKA Blessing CEO, has finally exposed her multi-million Naira objective years after being publically disgraced for claiming the house of Nigerian millionaire Onye Eze. Sharing a preview of the stunning property on her Instagram page, Blessing Okoro stated the house would be delivered to her on 25th December 2021. Blessing Okoro boasted about converting her audio to video and urged her fans and followers to keep sending her messages of congratulations till December 25th. She wrote: December 25th ….. I will deliver my gift to myself. Everything I wanted a man to…
Adekunle Gold, a Nigerian Afro-pop artist, has opened out about his struggles as a celebrity. The ‘Sinner’ singer wrote in an email to followers that there were days when he had a lot of admirers but no money. He wrote:” As I’ve journeyed through my growth and evolution, my friends will tell you that every dime I’ve made on this thing has gone right back into it. I’m thankful for friends and family who have even loaned me their hard earned money for the sake of my dreams. There were days where the fans were plenty but the pocket was…
Big Brother Naija contestant, Tega Dominic, recently resorted to Twitter to bash her colleagues , claiming that they are full of lies and deception. Taking to the microblogging platform, the mother of one left a note that has many people wondering what to expect from their BBNaija Reunion episode. Tega, who is one of the Shine Ya Eye reality stars enjoying a wonderful time in the Asian country of United Arab Emirates, Dubai, hinted at a relationship between her colleagues that may be based on falsehoods and deception. In her exact words: “lol this our set sha… all BARS &…
Today is Mosun Filani’s daughter’s birthday, and she is a well-known Nigerian yoruba actress. Mosun Filani, a pretty actress, took to social media to share beautiful photos of her cute 9-year-old daughter. Actress Mosun Filani prays for her gorgeous kid as she celebrates her birthday. Celebrating her daughter’s birthday, actress Mosun Filani wrote; My pumpkin is a year smarter, greater, bigger, bolder and beautiful today.Happy glorious birthday Adunni, my first fruit…. May u continue to grow in wisdom, knowledge and understanding….. In good health and wealth.May u continue to be a source of joy to us ur parents.May u rule…
Nollywood actor Yomi Fabiyi has revealed some of the great experiences with renowned actor Babatunde Omidina commonly known as Baba Suwe. News earlier revealed that the humorous actor who dominated the Yoruba movie business for decades as an actor and producer died on November 22nd after suffering with an undisclosed illness. Mr Latin, the president of the Nigerian Theatre Arts and Motion Picture Producers Association, confirmed his death in an interview with PUNCH, saying, “It has been established that Baba Suwe is dead.” I recently spoke with his son, who confirmed that the actor is no longer alive. I don’t…
Bright Okpocha, best known by his stage moniker Basketmouth, an ace comedian and actor, has taken on individuals who call people out on social media. Basketmouth believes that chastising people on social media is pathetic and insulting, especially since the people doing the chastising may easily call the people who have offended them. Taking to his Insta-stories to share his opinion on social media call out, he wrote, “There are two way to call people. 1. A phone call. 2. Social media call out…The latter is lame especially when you have their phone number”. See his post below,
Oghale Ighele, 29, and his bride, Clementina Agbate, 29, recently married as virgins in a lavish ceremony in Lagos. The presiding pastor revealed that the bride and groom were virgins when they exchanged vows at the Holy Spirit Mission in Marcillina’s Place, GRA Ikeja. The groom corroborated the Bishop’s statement, revealing that he and his 28-year-old wife had made the decision to be together until their wedding night. His Christian upbringing and counseling, he claims, enabled him to persevere in the face of several temptations. “While I was growing up, my parents kept hammering on the need for me to…
Destiny Etiko, a popular Nollywood actress, recently took to her social media page to provide some advice to Nigerians who are currently dating. A safety net in relationships, according to the thespian, is avoiding taking any photographs with the person with whom you are in a relationship so that you may easily deny the person in the future. In her words ; Don’t snap picture with anybody you are dating so you can deny them in the future! Repeat after me..I am nobody’s ex.
When we’re with the proper people, life is a lot of fun. People with whom we can laugh, joke, and have a wonderful time. People who can always make us smile, no matter what. It’s critical to marry your best friend, someone with whom you can always laugh, when it comes to marriage. When you’re with people like them, everything becomes a reason to rejoice. Our very own music vocalist, Chinyere Udoma, is an example of this. Chinyere Udoma is one of Nigeria’s many talented artists and vocalists currently creating a name for themselves in the music industry. She has…
Nigeria is home to a variety of talented artists, and it’s unfortunate that we’ve lost many of them in the past while others have flourished. In this post, we’ll take a look at seven Nigerian comedians and comediennes who have passed away in the last two decades: Lukuluku Bantashi: Lukuluku was a Nigerian comedian known for his clownish appearances in Yoruba cinema during his lifetime. Yemi My Lover, Ti Oluwa Nile, Yemi In The Moon, and other films made him famous. After a brief illness, Lukuluku died in 1995. a.k.a. Jaguar: During the 1980s and 1990s, he was noted for…