Mr Sunday Oluwatobiloba claims that the sister is not dead but on a journey and will return to the skeleton this year.
“She has gone on a spiritual journey and she has been in that position in the last six years.
“We are expecting her back before the end of this years and we are not afraid to live with her,” Sunday explained.
The skeleton has been in a bedroom in their rented apartment in Peace Land Estate, Akute for six years.
Peace Land Estate lies within Osolo town off Akute-Lambe road in Ogun State.
Sunday’s residence is the second building on Thomas Liasu Street.
The 30-year-old self-acclaimed pastor and his sister has lived there for about a decade.
The bubble, however, busted on the Ogbomoso born son when the caretaker of his two room apartment, whom he has owed rent for more than a year, insisted he must quit the apartment.
It was shocking to discover a human-like skeleton in a sitting position right in the inner room. It is more shocking to know that it is the skeleton of the sister, as they claimed.
Speaking with Channels Television, Sunday and his sister Elizabeth, who are now in police custody with the skeleton, claimed to have lived with the it for over six years.
No one, including their family members, is aware of this development, something that Sunday’s sister emphasised.
Elizabeth said she was at work the day the sister died.
“Each time they call, we will tell them that she has travelled and that she will soon be back,” she explained.
Condemning the strange action, the Commissioner of Police in Ogun State, Ahmed Iliyasu, explained that both suspects would be charged as soon as investigations were concluded.
“The suspects are undergoing interrogation to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the presence of human skeleton’s in that flat,” he told reports.
While the police continue their investigation, it may also be necessary to carry out some tests on the suspects to ascertain their state of mind.
Great sex is all about spontaneity and exploration—assuming, of course, you have her consent—but there are a few parts of her body you shouldn’t touch willy-nilly.
Here are four such spots you’re better off avoiding. (For explicit instructions on where and how you should touch her, check out How to Pleasure a Woman, the ultimate sex manual from the editors of Men’?s Health.)
Her Cervix
If you reach her cervix during sex, recognize that something is wrong. Remember, this is the narrow canal that connects the vagina to the uterus—where babies grow. That isn’t a place you want to go, so don’t knock on the door.
For starters, it’s painful for her to have something rammed against her cervix, and it could be a sign that you need to shift for a position with shallower penetration.
But it could also mean that she isn’t warmed up enough. Her uterus will actually “lift” upwards when she’s sexually aroused, making her vaginal cavity a few inches deeper than when she isn’t turned on.
So don’t skimp on foreplay, and don’t service her cervix.
You probably didn’t need a study to tell you this, but research confirms that sex is one of the most crucial ingredients to making long-term relationships thrive. Early on, feeling sexy and passionate isn’t hard—but things can get trickier as the years go on.
Hoping to bust out of a dry spell or prevent the fire from fading? Don’t make these common mistakes.
Mistake #1: Thinking you need a “date night” to connect
If you’re like most couples, the first thing you do when you want to reconnect is schedule a “date night.” “The idea is that after a fancy dinner, candlelight, and wine, you’ll come home and want to jump each other,” says Tammy Nelson, Ph.D., a sex and relationship therapist and author of The New Monogamy.
But what really happens after a meal of rich food, a few glasses of wine, and a late night out? “Most couples want nothing more than to go to sleep,” Nelson says.
The fix: Send the kids out while you and your partner stay home alone. “Think of this as a sacred time for the two of you to practice ‘planned’ spontaneity,” Nelson suggests. “It’s a much better way to act out all of your fantasies, without feeling bloated and hungover the next day.”
About two months ago at the City People Entertainment awards, embattled Hausa actress, Rahama Sadau had a chat with popular journalist Morakinyo Olugbiji where she talked about Challenges faced by actresses in the Northern part of the country.
According to her, one of the challenges is that she is not allowed to get married as long as she is still practicing the profession. She either quits or remain single.
She also told the journalist her dream to become an international actress. With her recent ban from acting in Kannywood and the invitation to Hollywood by Jeta Amata and US singer, Akon, it looks like Rahama’s dream is fast coming to a reality.
Read the interview below…
You just won an award at the 2016 City People Entertainment Awards, what does this award mean to you?
A lot! It means a whole lot. I was actually surprise about the award.
What would you say that you’ve done within Kannywood to have deserved this?
Well, I will first of all say that finally, my hard work paid off because I am a very hard-working person and a dedicated person. Although I was surprised for winning this award because I wasn’t expecting it,however it wasn’t a big surprise because I have been working hard and hard work always definitely get rewarded at the end of the day.
With this kind of prestigious award, do you think Kannywood is finally getting it’s due recognition in the Nigerian film industry?
Yes I think so. It is getting recognised which is why we could be included in this kind of award. In fact I would say Kannywood is now everywhere.
What’s your major challenge as a Kannywood actress?
My main challenge is trying to break from Kannywood into Nollywood. That is the challenge. I want to be able to juggle between the two industries because I believe that I am a Nigerian actress, not a Kannywood actress. Although, I must say that Kannywood is a foundation for me to start. Kannywood is my root, but then I am a Nigerian actress. A true actress is not boxed into a certain area, a true actress is versatile. So, crossing fully into Nollywood and being accepted as a Nigerian actress, instead of being referred to as a Kannywood actress has been a challenge. I just want to beable to act the two together. But I’m gradually overcoming that.
How did you get into acting?
I had always been a big fan of actors. When I was in secondary school, I joined this drama group entertaining our mates in Secondary school. So being an actress wasn’t something that hadn’t been a part of me. I had been dreaming to be an actress, and I am now.
Who is your mentor in the industry?
Ali Nuhu is my mentor. He is my brother and everything. He is the one that introduced me to Kannywood and everywhere. I am where I am today beecause of Ali Nuhu. If not for Ali Nuhu, I wouldn’t be here.
What are you aiming towards career-wise?
I want to be an international actress, apart from being a Nigerian actress. I just don’t want to be this actress that whenever it is mentioned anywhere in the world that she is an actress, what will come to mind of people is she belongs to a particular part. I just want to be a world actress, an international actress. So I have this dream of becoming an international actress.
You want to crossover, but a lot of your colleagues seem to complain about the religious and traditional restraint of acting in Kannywood, with that in mind, do you think crossing over will be possible at all?
Honestly, it feels a bit bad. It makes me feel a little bit bad, but you know, you can’t just crossover because of religion and tradition; what you can just do is to be careful in order not to offend the society. You just have to be very careful, especially in my own case that I’m determined to fully cross over. I will be having this challenges of different culture and tradition from Nollywood and Kannywood. So like I said, you just have to be careful.
Now, that you want to fully cross over to Nollywood, don’t you think the ‘offensive’ style of the industry will rub off on you; like the dress sense and all which might infuriate many?
I won’t express too much to attract the fury of the Northerners. I am an ambassador of my northern society and wherever you find yourself, you must represent yourself in worthy manner. Just as we are here now, everyone that sees us at this event will know that we are from the north.
But that’s because you are still in Kannywood, is that not so?
(Laughs) Even if it is still in Nollywood, there are certain things that you just have to be careful about because you are representing your people and you have to protect their interests and their culture.
I know you are still growing, but what would you consider as the climax of your career so far?
There have been a lot. Like you said, I am still growing. I’m just grateful for every moment. Every moment has been a high point. I just had one with this award. So I would say, Alhamdulillahi, Masha Allah.
You saw a lot of jaw-dropping dressing among Nollywood actresses here, for instance when Kiki Omeli was going to claim her award, she causes a stir because of her bum-short which had her derriere wiggling, what was going through your mind?
Yeah, I saw a lot of Nollywood actresses and their dressing and I was like huh? I mean, we don’t dress like this in the north. You know, I can’t walk like that, I just can’t!
What’s your advice to them, do you condemn that or would you say that it’s a free world?
No, no, no! I’m not complaining. It’s their life! Everyone has their lives to live. I’m not complaining at all. They should just do what they want; what they like. So it’s a free world, yes.
Anyone you would like to work with in Nollywood?
Yes, so many people. I have worked with so many already. I have worked Majid Michel, that’s Ghallywood. I have worked with Mercy Johnson, Eniola Badmus, OC Ukeje, Deyemi Okanlawon and a few others I can’t remember now. I’m aiming to work with many more.
What determines your fashion style; I mean you are all covered up, yet you look attractive and fashionable?
Thank you. I just wear what suits me best. What makes me comfortable. That’s just what determines my dress sense.
I’m aware that once you are married, you will not be able to act again, how true is that?
Yes, yes it’s true! But in my own case, I’d say no because there are politicians that are working mothers. Same, there are journalists and broadcasters that are working mothers. Are they not all media people, so what happens to we actresses? Why? That’s my own challenge I’m posing. why? So in my own case, I say no!
When you go against the norm, don’t you think the society that you are will frown at you, or despise you?
They might. I know they might.
So when that time comes what are you going to do?
Hmm, I don’t know. Honestly I really don’t know.
Are you going to vacate Kannywood?
No, no, no! I won’t do that. I can’t quit acting for marriage.
What if your husband does not want to accept that you continue acting while married to him?
Whoever sees me now and say he wants to marry me, has definitely seen what I do. So, we need to decide whether he can bear me doing this as his wife or not. That’s it. Marriage cannot stop me.
Have you ever been criticised based on being an actress?
Yes. I have been criticised especially for the way I dressed as an actress.
Oh, you are dressed this way and someone still thinks it’s not appropriate?
Yes, yes because they believe we are meant to cover everything totally. Also I have been criticised for the things I do on TV and for the collaborations with Nollywood stars of course. That’s my main challenge, because I am the first Kannywood actress to cross over to Nollywood.
Finally, tell me briefly about your family background?
My families are all northerners. My dad is from Kaduna state while my mum is from Gombe state. The only difference between my parents and other parents is that my parents don’t care what career you choose as long as you are protective of your background and tradition. They allow you follow your dream. My parents don’t believe in a world of strictness because they believe strictness leads a child to become a bad person.
Sensational Nigerian singer Yemi Alade was in Kenya recently during the recording of the popular show Coke Studio.
In an exclusive interview with Nairobi News, the singer confessed that she can’t get enough of local delicacies such as pilau and how she’d love to learn how to barbecue nyama choma.
1. What happened to the girl group you once belonged to, Naughty Spice? – When I was in high school we formed a group of four girls called Naughty Spice and I was called Ginger Spice. Unfortunately, the group had to break after we were all admitted to different universities. It gave me the push to the right direction of where I wanted to go. One of the girls in the group is the one who went and lined up and filled a form for me to go and compete in a local talent competition which I won.
It became evident that I had to do music because if it wasn’t for her I don’t know where I would have ended up. From that time I have been taking decisions for myself, taking the bull by the horn and trying to be the woman that I really want to be.
2. You recently shared the stage with American musician Jennifer Hudson. How was the experience? – It was such a privilege for Shell to pick me to represent Africa alongside other artistes from different countries who included Jennifer Hudson from US to produce one track.
The idea was basically to take clean and sustainable energy to communities which lack it. We would take things that have been thrown away as waste and use them for energy and keep recycling them and at the end it’s like cleaning up the the environment.
3. Rumour has it that you have beef with Tiwa Savage. Is it true? – Of course not. We are cool people. All over the world people like to knock heads of female together. It’s always the females.
4. What misconception do people have about you? – So many things have been said about me even as an artiste and fellow celebrities as well, but I will take this opportunity to advise them. If you haven’t spoken to someone one on one and they haven’t told you something, don’t listen to them. Don’t believe everything you hear or see if you haven’t talked to the person. I am who I am.
5. How was your life growing up? – Growing up was amazing, I was born to a Yoruba father and to an Igbo mother which are two different tribes in Nigeria. I enjoyed the differences of the cultures and also the similarities, especially the food.
6. What is the most memorable collaboration you have ever done? – The most memorable collaboration right now I will say it is the one I did with Trey Songz, but mostly behind the scenes. In terms of the actual song, that collaboration is yet to come.
7. Any advice to the young girls who look up to you? – You are beautiful no matter what people say. The challenges and shortcomings that you might face today, remember they were there even when our mothers were young girls and it is important for us to raise above the challenges. Do not focus on the challenge, when you see the challenge rise above it and from there you will build a sky scrapper, don’t settle on a challenge find a solution.
Ghanaian actor, Van Vicker and his lovely wife, Adjoa are currently thanking God for a fruitful union which has been able to withstand the various pressures that has been associated with it.
Van Vicker might play the role of a lover boy in most of his movies because of his handsome looks, but in real life he is very much a family man.
The actor and his wife are currently celebrating their 13 years anniversary of their marriage which has been blessed with two girls and a boy.
The two love birds actually met in 1993 but decided to walk down the aisle in 2003.
The family of a 500 level medical student of Benue State University (BSU) Makurdi, Apostle Victor Egbe, who died in the early hours of October 12th, said he was murdered as there were deep cuts on his body
Egbe, the founder of Campus Witness Church reportedly went to pray for a sick student at the university clinic when he slumped and died shortly after the prayer.
The body of the deceased had since been deposited at the Benue State University Teaching Hospital morgue. However, a statement issued by Pastor Emmanuel A. Egbe on behalf of the family disagreed with the report alleging foul play:
“The family of late Mr. Godwin Egbe is greatly disturbed with the conflicting details of the story about the sudden and mysterious death of their son victor Egbe a five hundred (500)level student of BSU,” the statement reads.
“One version says that, He slumped inside the school clinic. While another version said he came outside, prayed for a while, lean against the wall then slumped. And then yet another version said he slumped at the entrance of the clinic.
“However, the family is still bewildered at the spectrum of inconsistencies in the entire saga. A close observation of the corpse, revealed a SHARP DEEP CUT in-between the chin and the neck, that made him bleed for over ten hours, which the family suspected, he (Victor) must had been stabbed and a major vein cut within his neck region. Also, that his clothes was soaked in blood from his shoulder downward indicates, he started bleeding while standing
“In the attempt to uncover the mystery surrounding the death, the family is being frustrated with a perceived conspiracy, that the family members are alarmed and flummoxed at the attitude of most of the eye witnesses that refused to meet with them. Another baffling scenario, is the sudden disappearance of one “Pastor” Solomon, who is believed, was with Victor when the incident occurred. Despite the numerous calls put through to him (Solomon) to show up, proved abortive and up till now, he still at large. Also of equal disturbance, is the call put through, to Victor’s assistant, a female pastor by the same person he (Victor) prayed for, shortly after his death, to inquire if Victor had arrived home safely, but later astonishingly states, Victor slumped in front of him.”
Meanwhile, the university management said they were still investigating the matter and will make their findings known in due course.
Pastor Anita Ebodaghe now goes by a new name – Schafer.
On her official blog, pastoranita.org, the former wife of Pastor Chris Oyakhilome shows off a new name alongside her maiden name. And as though to confirm our suspicion, a comment from one of her readers suggests marriage.
The comment from Frau Glauben on 12 October 2016, read:
“Congratulations Pastor Anita for your new name. We wish you all the best as you begin a new chapter in your life as you have moved on to the glory of God. Old things are passed away, behold all things have become new. It was such a beautiful ceremony. We are so excited for you and your family. We Rejoice with you, Pastor Anita Schafer. God bless you Ma.”
In 2014, Pastor Anita filed for divorce from the Believers’ Love World Inc (aka Christ Embassy) founder, Pastor Chris, citing ‘unreasonable behaviour’ as the reason for the dissolution. The details of the dissolution of the 20+ year marriage was kept away from the public. However, she hinted that she was abused and had to endure adultery during the union.
On February 8, 2016, Pastor Anita’s counsels, Attwaters Jameson Hill, announced that the marriage was finally dissolved by a high court in the United Kingdom.
Now, she has sparked rumours of remarriage, plus her blog’s reader whose comment she approved.
We can’t wait for the official announcement/clarification.
Lagos Island Big boy, Akintola Seun popularly known as Big Wayne, has passed on in a car crash he had in his white Mercedes CLS 63 AMG, with customized plate number “63”.
The accident occurred some days back along Ikoyi road and it had much impact on the car. The back tire flew off, the roof was opened while BigWayne the occupant of the car died instantly.
According to an eyewitness, one of the front tires also hit his car on spinning off the ill fated ride. This might be another case of over-speeding according to an eye witness report.
He was said to have taken the picture posing behind his car below same day he had the accident.
Popular Nollywood actress, Cossy Ojiakor threw a birthday party for herself with a few friends yesterday, the 15th of October as popular Lagos heavy-chested girl, Romangoddess, actress Anita Joseph and others were in attendance.
“Fun moments at Lavida Bella ….. Lots of love from the management, they will never lack customer .cuz I will always pass through. Kisses and hugs #lavida #party #nightlife #pop #birthday #happygirl,” she captioned one of the photos as she disclosed the venue of her bash.
Meanwhile, the party was quite successful with pictures showing the attendees catching fun.
President Muhammadu insists the place of his wife, Aisha, is in the kitchen.
On Friday, Buhari said his wife belonged in the kitchen, and “the other room,” apparently a euphemism for the bedroom.
He had said this at a press conference after a closed-door meeting, with German Chancellor Angela Merkel, in response to an interview Aisha granted the BBC, where she said that his government had been hijacked.
In the interview, Aisha had also said that she might not support her husband under the present circumstances if he seeks re-election in 2019.
“I don’t know which party my wife belongs to, but my wife belongs to my kitchen and my living room and the other room.” Buhari had said.
“It is not easy to do away with opposition or people who did not follow you along your campaign trail. I hope my wife will remember that I was on the field for 12 years; I tried three times, the fourth time I managed to succeed. And I ended up the first three times in the Nigerian Supreme Court, so I claim superior knowledge over her and the rest of the opposition and I succeeded.
“It is not easy to satisfy the whole Nigerian opposition party or to participate in the government.”
In response to a backlash from the statement, Garba Shehu, presidential spokesman, said the president was only joking.
But in an interview with DW’s Phil Gayle, Buhari reiterated his position, saying the function of his wife was to take care of his home:
DW: Recently your wife criticised your choices for top jobs, and you responded by saying “I don’t know which party my wife belongs to, but she belongs to my kitchen and my living room.” What did you mean by that, sir?
Buhari: I am sure you have a house. … You know where your kitchen is, you know where your living room is, and I believe your wife looks after all of that, even if she is working.
The story is about a 26 year old girl whose name is Grace Oge Onuoha. She is a graduate of Agricultural Economics, an Extension from the University of Agriculture, Markudi.
Like every Nigerian graduate who goes for the compulsory youth service scheme after graduation, Grace did the same. She did hers at Zamfara State in 2014. And also, just like many youth Corps members who shouted: “God why me”, when they realised that they had been posted to the North Grace also had her fears.
However, life as they said is a mystery. A single mosquito bite eluded Grace during her stay in the North. She bubbled and radiated in beauty and grace. Her chubby cheeks were always surrounded with laughter. Her smile were infectious and it always reveal a perfect set of dentition. She was doing fine. She also had her own business as well as her primary assignment.
That is a multiple income. A typical Igbo girl. And then, the NYSC was over and Grace had to go home like everybody. And then it happened. On that fateful day, which was on the third of July 2015, a day that will never be erased from her memory, she was at Ibadan, where she was working, her boss wanted her to go and make some bank transactions.
She was usually the one who did that in the office. She went on that journey with two legs but she never came back the same. On her way, a vehicle lost control and veered to her side of the road and hit her from behind. After two surgeries and medical analysis, it dawned on her and her family that she will not be able to use her right knee again.
Poor Grace and her family were given a decision to either amputate the leg or allow the problem to spread to other parts of the body and that may be catastrophic for Grace. Faced with that situation, they chose life and allowed the leg to be amputated. When asked how it feels to have an amputated leg she had this to say: “I must confess it hasn’t been easy. It is really a painful ordeal. I was in pains; I was feeling my legs after the amputation.
Even till date I still feel my legs, but when I look down, I can’t find it. I will be like, but I felt you inside of me, but I can’t find you. I can’t see you when I look down. It has really not been easy relying on crutches for movement since it has its attendant limitations”. Grace has refused to give in to depression despite her predicament. She said: “I thank God for the spirit He has given me. He made me strong. He made me not to look at my limitations.
Sometimes when I am down, I will be like, what if you have died? What if you did not wake up from that unconsciousness? I thank God for the accident; I have to be grateful for life because that would have been the end of me. So, when I look at all those things, I realise that I have every reason to be grateful to God.
Some people eat and they never stood up from where they ate. Some people even slump and die where they are, but here I am still alive having passed through the trauma and the shock”.
Grace further stated: “Even when I was in the hospital, I saw so many people like me who had very serious cases, who the vehicle crushed their legs right from the feet through the waist region and they never made it because they were depressed. They passed out.
They died. I have always had that strong spirit, ever since the first day it happened. I have always been filled with smiles, happiness, because that is the only way I can overcome whatever that has happened to me.
So, I am grateful to God because I know that, He who has kept me alive has something special for me. I am not better or more than those who have died, but I think, He has given me life for a reason. He spared me for a reason and I know that His plans for me would come to actualization by the grace of God. Amen.”
Grace needs help. She has undergone an orthopaedic evaluation where the use of prosthesis was recommended to enable her walk on her own. The cost of that prosthetic leg is N2.5 million. Her family has been able to raise some amount but the figure is nothing compared to what is required.
Thus, she needs help if she is ever going to walk again without the crutches as it is her hope and prayer that she walk again and take a selfie like her mates do without the aid of crutches. As the famous German writer and statesman Johann Wolfgang Goethe puts it: “Knowing is not enough, we must apply. Wishing is not enough, we must do”.
Multiple-award winning screen goddess cum singer and songwriter, Tonto Dikeh-Churchill needs no introduction.
Blessed with beautiful skin and great talent, her hard work and dedication has fetched her international endorsements and accolades.
In this exclusive interview with Entertainer, the mother of one disclosed why she hasn’t starred in any movie since her marriage.
She also opens up on her plans and why she is sticking to exclusive breastfeeding.
You are one of the most celebrated stars coming out of Nollywood. What do you cherish most as a career woman?
Acting is a profession that gives me joy and I am so passionate about my career. Of course, I am delighted that my hard work and dedication gave birth to the brand, Tonto Dikeh Entertainment Foundation. However, the aspect of my job that gives me fulfilment is the immense support from my fans. I am grateful to everyone for believing in me. Indeed, you are the reason I push harder and want to be a better person. God bless you all.
You have not featured in any movie since you got married. Why?
I have not worked in any production after marriage because I have been busy in my primary duties as a wife and mother. I need adequate time to build a solid foundation for my family and for a sustainable home. And I hope to be back in no distant time.
As a married woman, would you accept any role that comes your way now?
As a married woman a lot of things change in your life. Of course, you must have some sense of responsibility in decision making, because it is not just about your life anymore, you have a family to take care of. So, for the respect I have for my head, who is my husband and my neck, who is my son, I can’t play certain roles anymore. And I don’t have any regrets because my family comes first in all I do.
How are you enjoying motherhood?
Surprisingly, I have embraced the role of motherhood with ease, grace and love. Motherhood is a learning process which I am developing each day. By the special grace of God, I must say I am a fantastic mother to my son.
What do you enjoy most being a mother and wife?
(Smiles) I am enjoying every bit of the experience. It has been a wonderful journey. To the glory of God I am thankful for the love I receive and also give. It is priceless. In fact, I am in love with my husband and son.
Could you share your labour room experience with us?
Oh! My labour room experience was beautiful. It was a wonderful experience and may God be praised for all His mercies and love.
You have a glowing skin, do you visit the spa?
Thank you dear. Yes. Regardless of my busy schedule, I do spend time pampering myself. I call it my ‘me time’ where it is all about pampering my skin.
Some of your fans say you have gained weight due to childbirth, are you considering losing it because of the kind of roles you play?
Definitely, it is expected that I add a few pounds because I just gave birth. So, it is imperative to work on losing some weight for myself and the big screen.
Some young mothers don’t like breastfeeding their babies exclusively because of the fear of losing that girlish look, what method would you prefer?
I strongly stand for breastfeeding. I always tell people I would love to breastfeed for a year because I know the benefits of breastfeeding. So, why should I deny my children their right? Although, some of our mothers may love to breastfeed their babies exclusively, due to health challenges, they find it difficult. However, all mothers are great!
What would be your advice to young mothers on breastfeeding?
Mothers and intending mothers should find time to read articles on breastfeeding. It is important to educate ourselves on care for our children so that they can live healthy lives.
What attracted you to your husband?
If you know my husband, it would be hard to pick out what you like most about him because he is such a sweetheart. But I appreciate his efforts in making me a better woman. He has given me so much security as a husband. Honestly, I haven’t had anyone stand by me or want to protect me the way he does. I must appreciate him for all his love. I love him dearly. That’s why I call him my ‘King Kong’.
There is a belief that marriage is a prison. How would you describe yours?
Marriage is a blessing! It’s a new phase and level in life. Marriage from my point of view is awesome if you marry the right person. It is hell if you marry the wrong person. You will hear different stories from different folks. For me, I am waxing stronger and happier in marriage.
Let me take you down memory lane. You lost your mum as a child, did you miss her presence during your marital rites and after the delivery of your baby?
Honestly, I miss my mum till date. It hasn’t been easy living without her, especially as life evolves; with marriage, kids and career. I miss her.
What is your advice to young ones in the industry?
They should stay smart, save and invest. It is easier and faster to spend money than making it. So, strive never to be a ‘has-been’ or ‘I get am before’ individual. It is advisable not to lose focus in search of fame. So, you must love your fans to succeed in your career because they can make or destroy you.
For a man, one of the worst feelings, is the feeling you get just as you walk in on your woman cheating on you.
If you have been cheated on, you wouldn’t wish that feeling on anyone.
A man named Paul found himself in a very frustrating situation over the week, when he caught his wife Janet cheating on him.
Reportedly, Janet had been carrying on with a subordinate named Fred. And it had gotten so bad that she was neglecting her family – the couple’s family consist of two children, one of whom is barely a year old.
What happened next is something we could all have expected, Paul went ape, no bananas after he burst into the premises with his sister and another family witness. He whooped the unholy crap out of the illicit lovers then proceeded to take photos of them.
The Photos have circulating online. According to those sharing them, the incident happened in Zambia but this can not be immediately confirmed.
In a recent interview, the newlywed said this while speaking about some of the changes that have occurred in her life since getting married. She said:
“Before I met my husband, I used to work on Sundays, but he always says that I need to rest.
Our chef leaves on Saturday mornings to see his family, so whenever I want to cook, my husband tells me not to do so and we eat out. We do that very often. Now, I enjoy my life and I rest.”
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Newly-married actress, Funke Akindele-Bello, talks about her acting career and her marriage experience
As an actress, script writer and film producer, Funke Akindele-Bello can’t be considered a small fry in Nollywood. With a career that has spanned almost two decades, the thespian who cut her acting tooth with the role of Bisi, a curious but intelligent secondary school student in the United Nations Population Fund sponsored sitcom, I Need To Know, in the late nineties, has endeared herself to a legion of fans beyond the frontiers of Nigeria. She is also one of the few actresses who have thrived in the English and Yoruba genres of Nollywood.
Popularly known by her alter ego, Jenifa , a sobriquet she earned after the successful release of her hit film, Jenifa, and its sequel, The Return of Jenifa, Akindele-Bello, is back to filming after taking a recess that lasted several months and during which she wedded musician, JJC Skillz, in London. She provides an insight into what she is up to presently. “I have been filming a new television series called In Da Streetz. It is about the entertainment industry and how people try to survive. It also dwells on the hustle and bustle in the ghetto. It would be full of glitz, glamour and it’s a production that has deep content,’’ she says.
The new project is not in any way similar to Jenifa’s Dairy, and will feature big names in the entertainment industry, she reveals: “My new project is music-oriented, so I am working with people like K-Switch, Mo-Easy, Lydia Forson, Linda Ejiofor, Tina Mba, Kunle Coker, and Freeze of Cool FM. It is just a group of people coming together to do something different on television through Scene One Productions, where I am the CEO. My mission is for people to enjoy wholesome entertainment.”
After her first marriage to Kehinde Oloyede, crashed in 2013, the actress, recently got married a second time albeit secretly in London to entertainment guru, Abdul-Rasheed Bello, aka JJC Skillz, last August. She says the latter who is a producer, music video director and artiste, fashioned the concept for her new project. “My husband is a pioneer in the music industry, so he has been there. He gave me the storyline and the synopsis which I developed and edited,” she states. The award-winning actress recalls that acting is something she’s always wanted to do from a young age. She started dancing and acting in primary school and also belonged to a cultural troupe. She joined a drama group while in secondary school and pursued her passion relentlessly even as an undergraduate.
A lawyer by training, she recollects how her father ensured she studied Law at the University of Lagos. “I recall that my father wanted me to study Law because he wanted me to become a lawyer. Even though he had his reservations about acting, I was undeterred,” she says.
Today, being celebrated and making some money out of acting is a plus for her as she says there is nothing more fulfilling than doing what she loves and getting paid for it. She stated, “I am grateful to God for the opportunities that have come my way as an actress. When I started out, it wasn’t easy and there were lots of challenges. I have been acting and producing films before I came out with Jenifa. The movie was a commercial success and following it up with Jenifa’s Dairy, was a like an extension of the goodwill Jenifa, enjoyed.”
Although critics have argued that she didn’t need to create a series using the Jenifa cognomen, Akindele-Bello quipped that one of the lessons she has learnt in life is that people will say a lot of things and attempt to make you lose focus especially when they realise that you are making progress. “If you have an idea, sleep, eat and drink it until you make a reality of it. Jenifa is a brand that I love so much. I didn’t even want to come up with the series but I realised that a lot of people like the brand. When I go out, I speak to a lot of young people. They like Funke quite alright but when I give them that variant of English, Jenifa is known for, the reaction is priceless,” she adds.
For her, producing Jenifa’s Dairy, has become a tiring effort: “I am tired of producing the series because it is time-consuming but my husband says that I cannot stop now because my fans love it, people are celebrating me, I have won awards and every day, they talk about me because they are not tired. People say it’s the best TV series, so I cannot stop.”
A recipient of several awards including the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role and the Nigeria Entertainment Award for Best Actress in 2009, as well as the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards for Best Actress in a Comedy in 2014 and 2016, she sees American film star, Tyler Perry, as someone that she looks up to. According to her, his Madea brand is huge and she hopes to build a bigger empire for herself .
What are the downsides of acting? With a huge sigh, she affirms that there have been times when she felt like throwing in the towel but some inspirational songs keep her going. “The gospel group, Mary Mary, inspires. Whenever I listen to their songs, I am inspired. One of their songs goes thus: ‘I just can’t give up now. I’ve come too far from where I started from, nobody told me that road is going to be easy.’ The song teaches me that good things don’t come easy, you just have to push. There are many times when they write about me in the newspapers and magazines. I just say to myself that it’s not their fault, it’s because I am acting. At such times, I want to quit acting but then, I look into the mirror and say to myself, you have it in you, don’t give up and bury your talents. This is why I use my talent as a tool to pass messages across to people,’’ she says.
Even though Akindele-Bello, refused to comment on her new marriage, she speaks about some of the changes that have occurred in her life since getting married. “Before I met my husband, I used to work on Sundays, but he always says that I need to rest. Our chef leaves on Saturday mornings to see his family, so whenever I want to cook, my husband tells me not to do so and we eat out. We do that very often. Now, I enjoy my life and I rest.’’
Akindele-Bello, who clocked 39 in August, said she wants to be remembered for her brand and the lives she has impacted. In addition, she desires to take a lot of young people off the streets. She says, “I have a not-for-profit organisation and I am going to be working with Lekki Coliseum, very soon to empower young people. I’ve done that a couple of times and we organise workshops and trainings. We give people start-up kits to begin their businesses. I am passionate about the empowerment of young people.
“I also want to set up another NGO to help people living with cancer. I have a friend who was diagnosed with stage-four cancer and she has given me the permission to talk about her journey. Many times when I was broke, I still had give her money to attend chemotherapy sessions. Because of the state of her health, she was unable to move around to seek funding. Thankfully, I am healthy and I can still work, so I am grateful to God for keeping her alive.’’
On her likes and dislikes, the thespian is quick to say that she likes frank and honest people. She abhors liars, those who steal and she cannot stand indiscipline as well.
Hear her: “People call me Margaret Thatcher, because I do not like indiscipline. You must not be rude, we are Nigerians and we have a culture and we are well-trained. I am Yoruba girl, so you have to be respectful. I always tell people that never believe that because you are made, you can bring people down. Even if you are up there, remain level-headed so you don’t fall,’’ she concluded.
Seventy-year-old Tanko Isiyaku tells FRIDAY OLOKOR the story of his daughter, Habiba’s marriage to one Jamilu Lawal said to be an aide to the Emir of Katsina, Alhaji Abdulmumini Kabiru Usman
Kindly tell us about yourself.
My name is Isiyaku Tanko. I am from Warkaza community in Kudun Kankara Local Government Area of Katsina State. I am a Christian and belong to the ECWA denomination. I am 70 years old.
When did you hear about the marriage of your daughter to Jamilu Lawal, believed to be an aide to the Emir of Katsina?
It was when she left home that we heard about it. She left home on August 16.
When was the last time you saw her?
It was when I went to see the state commissioner of police about the matter that I saw her last. I have forgotten the date.
Did you marry her off to him?
I did not do that. She was forced into marriage.
Do you know Jamilu Lawal?
Yes, he lived close to us in the community.
When you said he lived close to your family, was he a friend to your family?
No, not at all.
Do you know if there was an affair between him and your daughter?
Honestly, I do not think anything like that happened.
Before she was taken away, did you notice any change in your daughter’s behaviour especially her religious beliefs?
No, there was no such thing. She did not change in any way, not even in her religion. She is a very dedicated Christian who believes in the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Is it true that you wrote the emirate council to apologise for any embarrassment you might have caused it on the issue of your daughter?
No. I was given a prepared form. I was only told to sign on it and with a threat that if I did not do so, they would kill me.
Did your family receive any money, precisely N50,000, as the bride price for her marriage to Lawal?
(Laughs).It is a lie from the pit of hell.
What would you want the government to do?
They should please help me and bring back my daughter. I want her to remain as she was before she was forcefully taken away from us. My daughter was a virgin before her abduction to the emir’s palace.
Is there a threat to your life and that of your family members because of the development?
I believe that I am fine. I believe that everything is alright; if God be for me, nothing can be against me.
What are you doing to get your daughter back since you said you did not give her out in marriage to Lawal or anybody?
I was forced to sign the form. I would not have allowed them to take her away from me. I was forced. I really want the Federal Government to support me because if they leave this battle for me, I won’t be able to do anything.
How old is she?
She is 14 years old.
Your daughter was asked three questions by the Kaora Katsina on behalf of the Katsina Emirate Council on whether she was forcefully converted to Islam, whether the emirate council or any other person forced her into the marriage and whether she was already menstruating at the time she met Lawal. She answered yes to the questions. Were you in the palace on that day?
Yes, I was. When they asked her to stand up and follow me, she refused saying she would not follow me. I believe that my daughter was charmed. The way I saw her that day was not the way my daughter was. She has never disobeyed me.
Is it true that when you went to the palace you were threatened?
Yes, I was molested. I faced serious threat, they even wanted to beat and mob me.
Did you go to the palace alone?
No, five people accompanied me there. They included Yahaya Umaru, Jiamakan Gabriel, Yusuf Haruna, Reverend Bankuru and Lubulumu.
How many children do you have?
I have eight children.
Are they all from the same woman?
Yes, from one woman. Habiba is my seventh child. I have four boys and four girls.
Has there been any of case of abduction of young female children for forced marriage in your community?
I have never seen any in my community. This is why I am very disturbed.
Are you not afraid your daughter could have been impregnated?
God will take control. I really do not know what to say as I am very disturbed at the moment. I pray such does not happen. She is still a small child. Before my daughter was taken away, she was a virgin but I do not know what is happening now. I want them to return my daughter to me as a virgin. That is what I want.
Has she started menstruating as the emirate council claimed before she met Lawal?
Honestly, I have never noticed anything of such.
What do you seek from President Muhammadu Buhari who is also from Katsina State regarding the matter?
I want President Muhammadu Buhari to assist me to get my daughter back. I desire nothing more.
Where is your wife?
She has travelled out of the community because the abduction of her daughter traumatised her. She has not been feeling well. I am also not feeling well at the moment because of the issue.
How did your other children receive the news of what happened to their sister?
Everybody is worried especially the last child who is a boy.
How old is your last child?
He clocked 12 years on Friday.
What class was your daughter before she was taken away?
She was in Junior Secondary School 3.
What has been the role of the police in the matter?
The Katsina State commissioner of police tried. He spoke strongly about the matter, telling them to give me back my daughter because she is a minor and still under her parents. He told them to allow her to go.
The 35 year old reality TV star at last, emerged on the West Coast on Thursday after she was bound and gagged in Paris on October 3.
The mother of two looked somber while wearing an oversized black hoodie as she left an Italian restaurant in Beverly Hills with a security guard behind her.
The last time she has seen was when she was with her husband in New York City just four days after the shocking heist that resulted in $11m worth of jewels stolen from the reality TV queen.
Music mogul, 2Baba‘s first son, 10 years old Nino Idibia, looks like a full grown man in these new photos shared by his mum, Sumbo Adeoye, moments ago.
The 10 year old is a talented instrumentalist who has showcased his remarkable skills in certain events.
A pair of conjoined twins who were given birth to with two two heads, four hands and two feet have been dumped by their parents at Dhaka Medical College Hospital.
The infants were abandoned in the paediatric surgery unit earlier today in Bangladesh’s capital city. Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH).
Deputy Director Khaja Abdul Gafursaid said:
‘The kids, with two heads, four hands and two legs, were born in an unknown clinic in Dhaka and were taken to the DMCH on Friday night
This happened about eight months ago, and I’ve tried to be reasonable and put it past me but I’m really struggling.
I’ve been told what he did was reasonable, makes sense, etc, but I keep coming back to that moment of total abandonment and fear when I realized he’d run. I just feel completely alone around him now.
We were walking home from a work function at a bar at around 1am. Neither of us had drunk that evening so we weren’t even slightly tipsy. Two guys across the street from us crossed over and approached us asking if we knew where such-and-such a street was.
As fiancé turned around to point out where the street was, one of the guys pulled out a knife and told us to stop moving and to give him all our shit (phone, wallet, etc). I was surprised by how calm I was in the moment, and told them I needed to reach into my pocket to get my phone.
As I was doing that, the guy pressed the knife against my ribs as warning because I guess he was worried I had a gun (even though that’s pretty unlikely in my country). When this happened, my fiancé bolted.
It took me a bit to even realise he’d left me, and when I realised that he had run I was certain I was about to get badly hurt or die.
Fortunately, the thieves seemed to get kind of frightened by him getting away and just hurried me up. They took my phone, bag (with my purse with all my money, cards, personal effects), necklace and ran away. The whole ordeal from start to finish took maybe five minutes.
I was kind of in shock and wandered off back up the street, heading back towards the bar, not even really thinking. A few minutes later my fiancé found me and told me he called the police.
I found out that fiancé had run about a block away, calling for help as he ran. We were both okay physically, except for a tiny bit of broken skin on my ribs where they’d pressed the knife.
My fiancé says what he does makes sense – that if he’d hung around and it turns out they’d wanted to hurt us or worse, we’d both be fucked because no one else would be around to call the police or an ambulance.
That he wanted to be alive and able to help in case something happened to me. He also says that by running away, the thieves didn’t want to hang around any longer than necessary (which is true), which might have saved me.
His mum agrees and has praised him for not being an idiot, but my own mother has quietly told me she thinks he’s a coward for abandoning his wife-to-be.
Fiancé asked me not to tell our friends exactly what happened, because he says they wouldn’t understand his actions unless they were there.
My own thoughts are that, by running away, he potentially significantly decreased my chance of survival.
I’m only about 157cm (5’2”) and 51kgs (110lbs). He’s 178cm (5’10”) and 75kg (165lbs). The two guys were about his size. They would have been able to easily overpower/subdue me, but my fiancé there would have made it 2v2 (although we would have still been at a disadvantage, them still having a knife and size advantage) and not left me completely at the mercy of two criminals who rob people at night.
I also wonder, what would have happened if him leaving me had given them the courage to do something worse? Like rape. I mean, I don’t think they would have – they seemed pretty interested in valuables and cash only – but what if?
I look at him and wonder, do I even want kids with him? If I did have a child with him, would he abandon him or her in a dangerous situation because it was the ‘smart’ thing to do?
I’ve lost a lot of attraction to him. He accuses me of wanting to use him as a meatshield just because he’s a man, and that what he did was smart and not the machismo stupidity I ‘wanted’ that could have gotten us both killed.
I didn’t want him to try to fight them… I just wanted him by my side. Which I guess is selfish, because it was a dangerous situation. I don’t feel safe around him anymore, which I used to. I’m even scared of the dark again, despite him lying in bed right next to me.
As I’m typing this, I don’t know what to think. We fortunately don’t have a wedding date set, so there’s no immediate pressure of marriage. Please help!
This is very touching and at the same time, motivational and inspirational! One really has to value the life he/she has and complain less…
Elmira Knutzen’s daughter, Vasiliny was born without arms and the toddler has moved Social media and the world at large to tears after a video showing her eating by herself, using just her feet, surfaces online.
According to Mirror UK, Elmira Knutzen posted tje footage of her daughter Vasiliny scooping up a bowl of food using a fork wedged between her toes.
The remarkable toddler takes a couple of goes as she lifts her foot towards her mouth, but eventually manages to eat a potato after carefully adjusting the cutlery.
The touching clip has been viewed over 30 million tines since being shared on Facebook earlier this week.
Talented Nollywood actor, Blossom Chukwujekwu and designer/stylist, Maureen had their traditional wedding last year… and now have made it official as they had their white wedding today, 15th October, 2016 in Lagos.
Notable guests at the occasion were, bridesmaid Padita Agu, Ufuoma McDermott, Adesua Etomi, Wole Ojo, Linda Ejiofor, best man Uti Nwachukwu and others.
Huge congratulations to the couple… More lovely photos below:
Paedophiles can be chemically castrated or executed under the tough new laws passed by the Indonesian parliament – Repeat offenders and those who abuse family members face 10 to 20 years jail and courts can also order their chemical castration and tagging with a microchip.
Those who murder their victims or leave them with permanent physical or psychological trauma, or give them a sexually transmitted disease, can be executed.
The harsher penalties were prompted by the shocking rape and murder of 14-year-old girl Yuyun (pictured above) in Sumatra by a gang of 12 men and boys in May.
Her battered body was found three days later in woods, tied up and naked. Seven teenagers, aged 16 and 17, were jailed soon after for their part in the incident.
Indonesia is a hotspot for Western paedophiles, with more than 100 sex criminals caught traveling to the country since 2014 from Australia alone.
Busty Nollywood actress, Cossy Ojiakor turned a year older today and to celebrate 32 years of life she revealed that she talked to God this morning and “He” said He loves her so much.
She wrote:
Am at peace with my life… I have so much love bottled up in this small heart of mine. Happy birthday to me… Thanks for all the birthday wishes. I wish same . kisses and hugs.
Meanwhile, we couldn’t help but gaze at the actress’s birthday outfit, not that we’re new to her exposure, there’s just this twist to it – she’s all covered up but yet still revealing.
A video clip, which has been viewed more than 2.3 million times online, shows a Spanish TV star storming off a live TV show after the host exposed her breast.
Yola Berrocal was in the middle of an interview when the presenter gestured with his hand, pulling down her dress.
The 46-year-old – who was once known for having the largest boobs in Spain – was left with her left breast exposed for a number of seconds before she realised what had happened.
The horrified celebrity then desperately pulled her top back. But the ordeal wasn’t over for her yet.
The moment was replayed on a big screen, which she tried desperately to shield.
According to CRTV, a notorious Cameroonian trafficker of s*x workers, Eyambe Miliki Sona, has been arrested by the police over plot to send four young Nigerian girls to Russia to work as prostitutes.
The young girls between 19 to 24 years old came all the way from Nigeria after being promised travel visas to Moscow, Russia.
One of the girls identified as Ewangi Patriarch, 19, recounted that Eyambe Miliki Sona directed them to Cameroon by phone. Upon arrival they were lodged in a single room while waiting for their travel documents. The girls became impatient after waiting for two weeks and not receiving any positive signs of the alleged trip to Russia.
The Divisional Officer for Muyuka Sub Division, Tambe Thomas Tabot and his collaborators got intelligence from an informant and investigations zoomed on Eyambe Miliki Sona who was found in possession of fake documents.
After intensive interrogation, the accused was identified as a member of a criminal gang involved in trafficking sex workers to Europe. Eyambe Miliki Sona is presently in police custody while the four girls will be handed to the Nigerian Consulate in Buea for repatriation to Nigeria.
A Kenyan woman took to Facebook to expose her husband who she thought was faithful but was shocked when she learned that he can fall for just any hot lady like he did to her
What if your husband has never cheated and always has loved you since marriage?
Will you want to test his faithfulness? Will curiosity push you there?
Well, a Kenyan lady couldn’t hold back her disappointment after she opened a fake Facebook account to test her “faithful” husband.
The lady wanted to see if he could bow to another woman’s pressure if she flirted with him.
She posted the account on Facebook.
“I created this pseudo account on Facebook and send my hubby and send my husband a friend request,” said the woman in the post.
“The photos there are so tempting that he has started flirting with me. We chat when he’s not at home. Now i’m his babe, sunshine, honey pie. Imagine, he’s single since his “wife” went back to school and he can’t wait for her. He told me he must marry, booked me and asked me not to ask any questions about that.”
The woman claims that the husband, who is ready to marry her thinking it’s a new woman, has asked her to meet on a date.
She now plans to go and surprise him.
“It’s just simple, he needs me as his wife,” continued the emotional post.
“Now he has given me a date on Saturday at 2 pm. I have another line which we have been speaking through but I always fake my voice. He told me he’ll be going to Thika 2 pm on Saturday and I also told him I’m meeting a friend.
I have bought a very sexy dress and I’m waiting for him to come back. Leo ni operation nasa Mjinga.”
Amid widespread criticism over high-handedness and use of brute force in carrying out its operations, the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) of the Lagos State Police Command came good on Saturday morning by bursting a gang of rapists.
The timely intervention occurred when hoodlums dragged a lady into a swamp at Ogudu-Alapere link bridge and were about to pounce on her when operatives of RRS arrived on the scene and brought a premature end to their party.
The rescued lady has since been taken to a nearby hospital for treatment of other injuries sustained in the ordeal, RRS officials said.
One can only guess the fate of the would-be rapists.
There is an ongoing heated debate online concerning the “outrageous” price of a massive fish was which was caught by fishermen recently at Ggaba Landing site in Uganda.
According to a report, the fish which weighed 205Kgs was sold at Shs4.2 million (over $1200 i.e nearly N500,000).
But the price tag did not go down well with online users who are currently debating on the trending photos – with most saying the price should be Shs2.4 million (which is nearly $700 i.e N300,000).
Whatever the actual price is, it still costs more than the new iPhone 7 which costs nearly $700.
In the past three month, Idris Okuneye a.k.a Bobrisky has become one of the most talked about Nigerian on Snapchat.
23 years old cross -dresser and skin lightening aficionado, Bobrisky rose to prominence as a result of his male barbie traits and weird mode of dressing.
Bobrisky became popular as a result of his hilarious stories on Snapchat.
In a recent interview, he opens up on how he became famous on Snapchat.
According to him:
”Social media is a very good platform whereby it makes you popular. I wasn’t thinking of being the famous Bobrisky and this famous bae.
I posted a short video of me dancing on Snapchat and I got to see many people tagging others and saying ‘OMG you need to go and check Bobrisky’s Snapchat. He is fabulous, the way he dances, his makeup, his outfit and before I knew it, people were sending me messages and request and i felt it was a very good thing since i was getting popular.
So, I moved to Instagram and I was seeing so many likes like OMG, this guy is so awesome. So to me I believe that Social media is a very good platform where you can actually put up what you, for people to get awareness, for people to know you, so I like it.”
Bobrisky who has been criticized severely on social media, said he loves to listen to Wizkid and he has a crush on him.
Hear him:
“After the snap chatting, the whole posting, if I get home after the whole stress, I love listening to Wizkid. Like that guy is my crush, I love his voice, I listen to his music. When I listen to his music, I just sleep off” he concludes.
