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If you want that ring sis, date at least three guys – Tacha tells women
Former Big Brother Naija contestant Natacha Akide, popularly known as Tacha, has offered counsel to single women, suggesting that they should consider dating multiple men to enhance their prospects of finding a life partner. In a video message posted on her X handle, the reality star expressed the viewpoint that a woman who simultaneously dates at least three men stands a better chance of eventually getting engaged. She recommended that women should disregard others’ opinions and also encouraged women to request financial support from their male partners, emphasizing that not doing so doesn’t define them as ‘good girls.’ She said:…
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“No husband beats a good and respectful wife” – Nigerian man says
A Nigerian businessman Onyelike Darlington in a post on Facebook has said that no man would beat his wife unless she is “disrespectful.” He said this in comparison to the fact no teacher will flog a good student.
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Tinubu, Atiku congratulate Funke Akindele on “A Tribe called Judah” success
President Bola Tinubu has extended congratulations to actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele for her groundbreaking film, ‘A Tribe Called Judah.’ Commending the accomplished performer for her significant contributions to the industry’s growth, the President highlighted the movie’s exceptional success. Released in Nigerian cinemas in mid-December the previous year, the film, which Akindele produced and co-directed, reportedly surpassed N1 billion in earnings within three weeks. Tinubu, through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelali, released a statement praising the excellence of the Nigerian creative industry. He acknowledged its crucial role as not only a platform for artistic expression but…
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Funke Akindele’s ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ becomes first Nollywood film to hit N1bn
Funke Akindele’s latest film, ‘A Tribe Called Judah,’ has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by becoming the first Nollywood movie to cross the N1 billion mark at the box office. Within just three weeks of its release, the film, as revealed by FilmHouse Group CEO Kene Okwuosa, has garnered this impressive success, marking a historic moment for Nigerian cinema and emphasizing the industry’s golden era “Akindele’s film has not only captivated audiences but has also proven the resilience of Nigerian cinema in the face of global streaming giants like Netflix and Prime Video,” the statement added.
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Idoma monarch pegs bride price at N50,000, cancels expensive funerals
The Idoma Area Traditional Council of Benue State has established a unified traditional bride price of N50,000 for those marrying into the tribe. In a New Year message, the paramount ruler, Ochidoma Elaigwu John, declared an end to expensive burial ceremonies in Idomaland, aiming to reform cultural practices causing hardships. Prohibitions include imposing costly burial rites and denying children and wives inheritance rights. The council also mandated affordable and timely burials and designated burial grounds. Traditional marriage conditions and expectations were removed, and the indiscriminate burial of corpses around communities was banned. These reforms resulted from extensive consultations with local…
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I pray to win grammy everyday I wake up -Davido
Afrobeats sensation David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, expressed that his daily aspiration is to secure a Grammy award. With nominations in three categories at the 2024 Grammys, including Best Global Music Album for his fourth studio album ‘Timeless,’ Davido shared his hope for victory in a recent interview with GQ. He said: “Everybody knows what one of my prayer points is now. I have been nominated for three Grammys. So, everybody knows what I am praying for every day I wake up.”
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I saw you once in my dream. You looked much taller and more handsome, glowing – Yul Edochie mourns late son on posthumous birthday
Nollywood actor Yul Edochie shared an emotional post on Thursday, remembering his late son, Kambilichukwu Edochie. Kambilichikwu tragically passed away in March 2023 after collapsing while playing football at school. On what would have been his 17th birthday, Yul expressed his emotions, recounting a dream where he saw Kambilichikwu looking more handsome and taller. In a post he shared on Facebook, The actor acknowledged the profound pain inflicted by his son’s demise on himself and the family He wrote, “Kambi yooooo! Happy 17th birthday, my great son. Hope you’re doing well over there. I never knew I’ll ever do a…
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Nigeria has bigger issues than Zack Orji — Charly Boy tackles minister who visited ailing actor in the hospital
Veteran Nigerian entertainer, Charles Chukwuemeka Oputa, also known as Charly Boy, has criticized Hannatu Musawa, the Minister of Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy, for visiting ailing actor Zack Orji. L Charly Boy, in a post on X, dismissed Musawa as an attention seeker and emphasized that the actor’s condition is minor compared to the pressing issues in Nigeria. He questioned the relevance of such visits in addressing crucial concerns like the price of petrol or the escalating cost of living in the country. He wrote; “Chronic attention seekers makewe hear word. Nigeria currently has a bigger terminal problem bigger…
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May asked Yul to come retrieve the bride price but he kept on holding back thinking she will give in to his polygamous intention – Rita Edochie says
Actress Rita Edochie refuted Yul Edochie’s claim that his estranged wife, May, refused to return the bride price. Rita, married to Pete Edochie’s brother, stated on Instagram that May had invited Yul to retrieve the bride price, but he delayed, assuming she would accept his polygamous intentions. Rita mentioned Yul started asking for the bride price late last year, but legal proceedings hindered any action outside the court’s jurisdiction. She further asserted that Yul’s second wife, Judy, is responsible for publishing his social media posts. Her post reads;”BIA DRAMA DEV!L SH#T THE HECK UP !I SAID SH#T UP, ZIP UP…
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Yul Edochie deletes all the posts he made to criticize his Ex-Wife, May
Yul Edochie deleted the posts where he publicly criticized his estranged wife, May Edochie. Over two days, he made four posts accusing May of having a married boyfriend, undergoing surgeries without consent, and manipulating sentiments about their deceased son. Yul questioned May’s surgeries and demanded the return of his bride price in subsequent posts. Despite facing criticism, Yul removed all the posts, hinting at withholding further revelations out of respect for his children.
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Fear of what to eat or how to take care of your kids is not enough reason to stay in an abusive marriage – Actress Uche Ogbodo tells women
Actress Uche Ogbodo emphasized that the concern about sustenance and childcare shouldn’t be a justification for a woman to endure an abusive marriage. In a post she shared on Instagram, she urged women to achieve financial independence, stating that relying solely on husbands shouldn’t subject them to prolonged suffering. See her post below;
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You have filed for divorce. Yet you refused to drop my name – Yul Edochie calls out May to return the Bride price he paid
Yul Edochie is requesting a reimbursement of the bride price he paid for his estranged wife, May Edochie, following his accusations about her undergoing breast enlargement surgery without his consent. In a subsequent Instagram post, Yul is also urging May to stop using his surname and questioning why her family hasn’t returned the bride price after she initiated divorce proceedings. Yul wrote; “You have filed for divorce. Yet you refused to drop my name. “Return the bride price I paid, you and your family refused. I have asked for the return of the bride price a couple of times, you…
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