Actor Damola Olatunji has replied to actress Nkechi Blessing’s recent allegation that he, other directors, and TAMPAN members slept with female performers before being permitted to play lead roles. Many male directors in the Yoruba film industry, according to Nkechi Blessing, will authoritatively urge you to either sleep with them before being cast in a lead role in their films or forget it. “When I originally heard about the Baba Ijesha case, I didn’t realize it was Comedian Princess until I saw her live video on Instagram where she detailed what happened. Before then, many people had been tagging Mr…
Author: Ruth Mobolaji
As Nollywood actress Kemi Korede gets ecstatic on her son’s first day in secondary school, it’s such a wonderful moment to watch great parenting. One of the most rewarding aspects of parenthood is being able to care for your children and see them develop into adults. According to the mother of three, she is incredibly proud of her son as he begins secondary school and joins his older sister in her pursuit of knowledge. The children were dressed in their uniforms, preparing for school, in a video published on social media, while their mother prayed for her son to continue…
Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe, has expressed her dissatisfaction with the difficulty of doing business in Nigeria, as well as the exchange rate with foreign currencies. Mercy Aigbe expressed her dissatisfaction with the current scenario in a post on her Instagram page, saying that doing business in Nigeria is frustrating. Mercy Aigbe bemoaned the current currency rate and prayed for God’s intervention and assistance. She wrote; I’m tired. doing business in this country is frustrating. The exchange rate is crazy, God help us. Mercy Aigbe recently intimated that she would get liposuction (a fat-removal treatment used in plastic surgery) before she…
Nollywood actor Ibrahim Chatta engaged a troll in a social media brawl. after lavishing accolades on Funke Akindele for her film “Omo Ghetto the Saga. While expressing satisfaction with the performances in the film, Ibrahim Chatta said he is delighted to be alive and that the Nigerian film industry is developing at the speed of light in a post uploaded on his Instagram page. He wrote; Saw this Amazing film by Mrs Bello on Netflix. I am indeed glad that I’m alive at this time that d Nigeria film industry is growing with d speed of light. Y’all should see…
In a post, Nollywood actor Gideon Okeke thanked his gurus, Richard Mofe Damijo, Dakore Egbuson, and others, saying he saw himself through them on his acting path. Prior to his professional progression, the Tinsel star mentioned his coworkers, saying that RMD was his biggest influence because he delivered roles with a lot of confidence and style. However, it was the eloquence of spoken English diluted with such fluidity and ease that drew him to Dakore. He has also shown appreciation to several others like Bimbo Manuel, Taiwo Ajayi Lycett, Ireti Doyle, Joke Silva, Olu Jacobs, Norbert Young, Gloria Anozie Young,…
Actress Jaiye Kuti has expressed her frustration at not being able to console her best friend and colleague, Bimbo Oshin, whose husband, Dudu Heritage, died on September 12, 2021. Taking to her Instagram page to mourn the late Dudu Heritage,Jaiye Kuti wrote “Love the people God gave you because one day, God Himself will take them from you. He gives , He takes….I don’t know how to be strong for my friend….” For those who don’t know, Bimbo Oshin and Jaiye Kuti are two of Nollywood’s coolest besties, and their friendship turns other friends green with jealousy. The Ibadan Golf…
Controversial Nollywood actor, Uche Maduagwu, has given Tems some advice on how to get Drake’s attention. If she really wants Drake to marry her, Uche Maduagwu encouraged her to employ juju instead of praying on the Canadian rapper. Uche made the announcement shortly after Drake and Tems were seen dining together in a viral video, with Tems stating that she made pepper soup for him and that the pepper was so hot that he (Drake) choked on it. Uche Maduagwu recently stated on his Facebook page that praying inside a pot of Egusi soup is fruitless, and that she should…
Member of the Deeper Life Bible Church, awoh Liberty, aroused outrage on social media after sharing a photo of a female corp member wearing a khaki skirt. The photo, which he shared with other Christian organizations, showed a female Corps member wearing a khaki skirt instead of the NYSC-mandated trousers. Liberty shared the photo on various Christian Facebook groups on Sunday, and the photo had the inscription, “No to Lucifer’s Perception. No to Satan’d Deception. We the female say no no no to trouser”. The post then sparked mixed reactions on the various groups with a few people in support…
Omah Lay, Nigerian singer, has broken the hearts of countless women in the country after uploading a love video with his partner. Omah Lay shared a video of himself having a nice time with his lovely lover on his Instagram account. The video, however, brought sadness to women who adored the artist, as recent videos have shown women crying after wanting to meet him and become his girlfriend one day. Omah Lay and his partner were rumored to be dating in secret, but Omah Lay decided it was time to inform his fans that he was already engaged. His female…
OmahLay, fast rising musician and songwriter, has finally shown off Rachael, his longterm girlfriend. Omah Lay believed it was time to tell his fans that he was already taken after reports surfaced that he and Rachel had been dating in secret. His female fans were outraged when he uploaded footage of amorous moments with his girlfriend. Omah Stanley Didia, better known as Omah Lay, is one of Nigeria’s most prominent musicians. The “Godly” singer, who was born 24 years ago, has become a household figure in recent years thanks to numerous singles. Omah Lay confessed that he worked hard on…
Cubana Chief Priest, a celebrity bartender, has made it obvious to his supporters that nothing can separate him from his wife. According to Chiefpriest, he and his wife have a close bond because they not only share love but also money. The notorious bartender uploaded a photo of his wife in a sweatshirt, revealing that she had left her job (the kitchen) to help him at his bar. He said that they share everything, even money, as life partners, and that nothing can separate them. In his words; “The Other Day @_deangels Left Her Kitchen For My Bar, She Is…
Abimbola Rosemary “Bimbo” Odukoya, a Nigerian pastor and televangelist who was married to Taiwo Odukoya, the founder of the Fountain of Life Church, was tragically killed when Sosoliso Airlines Flight 1145, destined for Port Harcourt from Abuja, crashed on December 10, 2005. Jimmy Odukoya, her son, is commemorating her posthumous birthday today, September 12, stating that despite the fact that mom passed away over a decade ago, he still feels a never-ending anguish in his heart. He posted his mother’s image on Instagram and wrote, “Here I go again, trying to describe how I feel. Feeling this never-ending ache in…
In this interview with Kemi Filani News, popular actor Lateef Adedimeji discusses how his position in ‘Ayinla’ affected him, as well as his suspected connection with Mo Bimpe and other topics. Before now you were known for starring in Yoruba movies, but right now you feature more in cinema movies. Has it increased your visibility as an actor? Every stage of my life, good or bad, I am fulfilled. I am not where I want yet but thankful for where I am and I am still going forward. How has the story of Ayinla imparted your life? Ayinla places me…
Gedoni Ekpata, former Big Brother Naija housemate, has disowned controversial investigative journalist Kemi Olunloyo as a family member. Trouble began when Gedoni posted a snapshot of himself on a beach to his Instagram profile and asked his admirers and followers about their weekends. Gedoni added he’s the son of God and father of a baby boy. He captioned the post: How’s your weekend going? It’s a beach day for me Godpikin # papabomboy Kemi Olunloyo, in response to the post, questioned Gedoni about how he is coping with fatherhood, particularly at night, referring to the reality TV star’s son as…
Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele, has revealed some terrifying scenes from the making of her film Omo Ghetto the Saga. According to a recent post on Funke’s official Instagram page, the film is a dream come true for her, and she has put in a lot of effort for it. The mother of two described some of the heinous acts she witnessed, including nearly passing out while making a film that took three days to complete. The Jenifa singer also talked about how actor Deyemi Okanlawon kicked her in the mouth during filming and how many tears she shed. In her…
Nollywood actress Funke Akindele and her colleague Toyin Abraham have been at odds for some time now over matters that are undisclosed to their fans. Toyin Abraham and Funke Akindele’s feud became public after fans noted she avoids her at birthday festivities and refuses to engage with her or her close friends, including Iyabo Ojo. Many moviegoers were also astonished when Funke Akindele chose to release her film “Omo Ghetto the Saga” on the same day that Toyin Abraham’s film “Ghost and the Tout” began screening in cinemas across Nigeria. This clash left many fans of both actresses the choice…
Kemi Afolabi, Nollywood actress, has turned to Instagram to express her desire to be left alone. This comes after her shady brawl with her senior colleague, Laide Bakare, over her younger lover, Gida, a few weeks ago. In her words; ‘I will die ALONE. Will be laid in my grave alone and everyone will leave after burying me alone. LEAVE MY LIFE TF ALONE!!!!’ Despite the fact that Gida, her younger coworker and sugar boy, is married with children, Kemi Afolabi does not joke with him. She opposes every other woman with whom he tries to form a relationship, which…
Lanre Gentry, Mercy Aigbe’s estranged husband, has finally tied the knot with his staff turned wife in a grand style. This comes just a few months after Lanre Gentry stated he is no longer at odds with Mercy Aigbe following a social media spat over Father’s Day, and that he has found love again. In his words: “I do not have a relationship with Mercy, and by the grace of God, I will re-marry in September this year. I have my fiancée that I am going to marry. So you see that I do not have any issues with her.…
Nollywood actor Abimbola Kazeem, also known as Jigan Babaoja, has chastised his colleagues for portraying a fake life on social media. In a post on the microblogging platform, Jigan Babaoja remarked that social media has made a significant difference in his life. Many of his coworkers, according to Jigan Babaoja, are suffering while portraying a false existence on social media. Jigan Babaoja stated his article should serve as a wake-up call to his colleagues, advising them to study the film industry rather than be fools. He wrote: The truth be told if not for social media, I don’t know where…
Temidayo Babatunde, beautiful Yoruba actress, has revealed what she expects from a man who will win her heart. In a recent interview, the single mother of one revealed that although she is currently in a relationship, it is not a ‘committed one’ and she looks forward to settling down with a dark-skinned, medium-height man. Hear her: “I’m in a relationship at the moment but not a committed one. So until I have a serious I’ll let you know, let me keep my fingers crossed. I love and want a straightforward man whose words are his bonds, not stingy but romantic.…