Kunle Afolayan, a highly acclaimed filmmaker, recently shared a remarkable story about directing a movie that pushed him out of his comfort zone. Despite being a narrative director, Afolayan was tasked with helming an installation project, a genre he was unfamiliar with. The film’s producer offered him $40,000, a sum that convinced him to take on the challenge despite his initial reservations. Afolayan attempted to clarify the script with the producer and sought input from colleagues, including the late Biodun Aleja, but still struggled to grasp the plot. During a meeting with the producer in London, Afolayan realized the project’s…
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Popular skit maker, Amarachi Amusi, aka Ashmusy, shared her emotional story in a recent interview. She discussed her struggles building her brand, career, and success despite facing stereotypes and criticism. Ashmusy revealed her challenging childhood, growing up with an irresponsible father and a mother who took loans to provide for their family. Despite poverty, she emphasized never engaging in call girl activities or dating politicians for gain. She addressed rumors surrounding Senator Dino Melaye, expressing hurt caused by false accusations. Ashmusy also faced constant media and social media scrutiny, questioning her talent, income, wealth, and morals. To combat stereotypes, Ashmusy…
Nigerian singer Ruger has released a new song titled “Toma Toma,” featuring Tiwa Savage. The Northern rhythm-style track, produced by Kukbeatz, is now available on all streaming platforms. In “Toma Toma,” Ruger confidently boasts about his agility, financial status, and material possessions. The 25-year-old singer showcases his signature style, singing: “Since ’21 dem dance my toma/ I never stopped giving them to back to back/ All of the girls I give them koba koba/ No replica, ‘Cause I am the main man/ One of one, 10/10/ Nobody better.” Tiwa Savage adds her signature flair, shutting down haters with her verse:…
Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has announced the sad news of his father’s passing. Nwabali shared the heartbreaking update on his Instagram stories, posting a poignant tribute accompanied by a tearful emoji: “R.I.P Dad 😭🕯️. Rest in heaven 💔.” The news comes shortly after Nigeria’s match against Benin Republic, where Nwabali delivered a stellar performance. Condolences have poured in for the goalkeeper, offering support during this difficult time.
Nigerian gospel actor and producer, Moses Korede Are, popularly known as Baba Gbenro, has died. Fellow actor Oluwaseun Adejumobi confirmed Are’s passing on Instagram, praising his “purposeful and inspiring life.” Although the exact date and cause of death remain undisclosed, reports suggest Are battled a prolonged liver disease. Baba Gbenro spent over two decades in the gospel film industry, producing, directing, and featuring in numerous films, including the Mount Zion Youtube series ‘Abattoir.” He founded Calvary Drama Ministry in Ogbomoso, Oyo state, in 1995, using drama evangelism to preach the gospel. Are also served as CEO of Calvary Movies Television,…
Mavin Records singer Johnny Drille and label boss Don Jazzy have joined forces to create a captivating seven-track EP, ‘Hard Guy Confessions’. Released on streaming platforms, this collaborative project showcases the duo’s musical chemistry. “Tell me just a few years ago that I’d be making music with Don Jazzy and I’d laugh it off as a ridiculous joke, but here we are,” Johnny Drille shared on Instagram. The EP features soulful tracks: ‘How Are You’, ‘Anyway’, ‘It Hurts’, ‘Hold Me’, ‘Spending’, ‘Believe Me’, and ‘Peace Of Mind’. Johnny Drille’s unique sound, discovered by Don Jazzy in 2017, has yielded numerous…
Nigerian street artiste Shallipopi has declared Olamide the undisputed king of Nigerian street music. In a recent interview, Shallipopi praised Olamide’s influence, saying, “Baddo [Olamide] is the father and king of Nigerian street music.” Shallipopi featured Olamide in his hit song ‘Order’ due to his immense street popularity. “Olamide owns the street,” he emphasized. Aside from collaborating with Olamide, Shallipopi has been focused on building his own music empire. After parting ways with Dapper Music, he launched his record label, Plutomania Records. This new venture aims to nurture emerging talent and produce quality music. Plutomania Records has already signed two…
Nigerian media personality Toke Makinwa has revealed behaviors that would make her end a relationship instantly. In an interview with Madame Joyce, Makinwa stated that if she meets a guy who runs down his ex, talks about his ex consistently, or makes comparisons to his past relationships, “he’s never going to hear from me again.” Makinwa also warned women about falling for men who trash-talk their exes, advising that whatever he did to his ex, he can do to you. She emphasized that women should be cautious of men who paint their exes as “crazy,” adding, “Every girl is crazy…
Award-winning British-Nigerian radio presenter Simileoluwa Audrey Adejumo (Simi Drey) discussed her past relationship and canceled wedding. Simi revealed friends pressured her to marry despite her parents’ concerns. After engagement, she felt unfulfilled. Her ex-fiancé wasn’t abusive or unfaithful, but Simi sought equal love and respect. “My ex and I didn’t have a perfect relationship… My parents never put pressure on me, but friends asked ‘when will you get married?’” Simi said. “Eventually he proposed, but I had apprehensions. My mum warned me, ‘Simi, do not do this’. I ended the engagement due to unhappiness and faced criticism.” Simi remained single…
Nigerian music icon Banky W has poured out his heart to celebrate his close friend, Tunde Demuren, husband of media personality Toolz, on his birthday. On Instagram, Banky W shared a heartwarming video of himself, Demuren, and his children enjoying quality time together in a swimming pool. Accompanying the post, he penned a moving message reflecting on their journey, marked by challenges and triumphs. “If only they knew… where God brought us from, where we are now, where He’s taking us, and what He’s making of us,” Banky W wrote, expressing gratitude for Demuren’s unwavering support. Banky W hailed Demuren…
Ivy Zenny, Paul Okoye’s wife, has finally broken her silence on the highly publicized feud between her husband and his twin brother, Peter Okoye, which led to the dissolution of the iconic P-square duo. In her latest YouTube video, Ivy addressed fan questions ranging from her labor experience to her marriage to the pop star. When asked about Paul’s birthday wish to his ex-wife, Anita, Ivy responded, “Ain’t nothing wrong with that; he wished her happy birthday. Is that supposed to be a bad thing?” However, when asked what fans could do to reunite Psquare, Ivy expressed her discontent with…
VeryDarkMan, a prominent Nigerian activist, has reaffirmed his stance in the ongoing defamation lawsuit filed by renowned human rights lawyer Femi Falana and his son, musician Falz. The controversy surrounding an audio recording allegedly featuring popular crossdresser Bobrisky has sparked intense debate on freedom of speech, corruption, and accountability. The audio recording, which VeryDarkMan shared on social media, claimed that Falz and Femi Falana attempted to secure a presidential pardon for Bobrisky in exchange for N10 million. However, Bobrisky promptly denied the recording’s authenticity and threatened legal action against VeryDarkMan. The Falana family echoed this sentiment, demanding a retraction and…