Kenyan police have exhumed 47 bodies from their graves in Malindi, a coastal town in the southeastern part of the country.
The deceased, who are said to be members of the Good News International Church, were reportedly instructed by their pastor, Paul Mackenzie Nthenge, to starve themselves to death in order to “meet Jesus”.
Paul Mackenzie Nthenge
According to the Kenya Broadcasting Station (KBC), 58 graves have been identified so far, and dead children were also exhumed.
BBC also reports that 15 members of the church were rescued alive from shallow graves in the Shakahola forest.
Pastor Nthenge was arrested on April 15 after authorities uncovered four corpses believed to have died of starvation.
This prompted more research, which resulted in the discovery of more graves and corpses. Meanwhile, the clergyman, also known as the ‘cult leader,’ has denied committing any crime.
A police source who spoke to AFP news agency said,
“In one grave, investigators found the bodies of three children with their father on one side and their mother on the other side. Another grave contained the bodies of a woman and a girl, both facing each other. All appeared to have died in recent weeks.
“Police have identified at least 58 suspected graves on the grounds of the Good News International Church, raising fears that the death toll will rise significantly. One Kenyan media outlet reported that more than 100 people may have been buried in the graves.
“We have not even scratched the surface which gives a clear indication that we are likely to get more bodies by the end of this exercise.”
Popular Nollywood actress, Empress Njamah has reacted to the arrest of her estranged fiancé George Wade.
It was earlier reported that Wade, who had blackmailed and leaked the actress’ intimate tapes months ago, was recently arrested in Liberia for allegedly blackmailing several other women in the country. Read here.
Reacting to the arrest via her Instagram story, Njamah re-shared a video of Wade being led out in handcuffs by security operatives who arrested him.
The video was shared with the caption, “Our God is not asleep.”
See below,
In other news, a Nigerian clergyman and his wife are in a celebratory mood as they welcome their first child after 35 years of waiting.
The cleric, Rev. Jacob Kabra of the Christian Reformed Church Nigeria CRC-N RCC in Takum, Taraba State, and his wife Mary Jacob Kabra, have been married for over three decades and had been trying to conceive.
According to family and church members who shared the good news on Facebook on Sunday, April 23, 2023, the couple got married on April 9, 1988, at CRC-N Lufu in Takum Local Government Area of Taraba State.
They finally welcomed their first child on March 31, 2023 after 35 years of marriage.
“THANKSGIVING AND NAMING CEREMONY. The Rev. Dr. Jacob M. I Kabra Chairman CRC-N RCC Takum who got married on the 9th April, 1988 at CRC-N Lufu of Takum LGA, Taraba State, welcomed their first fruit on 31st March, 2023,” One Paul G wrote on Facebook.
Popular Nollywood actor and reality TV star, Tobi Bakre, has revealed how he met his beautiful wife and mother of his son, Anu.
The former Big Brother Naija contestant shared this in a recent episode of the ‘Tea with Tay’ podcast while speaking on his personal life and marriage.
He said he met his wife at an entertainment show where they both arrived and exited at the same time.
After seeing her twice at the event, he sparked up a conversation with her and she agreed to hang out with him, which they did and the rest, they say, is history.
Tobi and Anu got married in August 2021 and welcomed their first child in December of the same year.
His words,
“Our first meeting was at a time when Toke and Ebuka were hosting a show for Toolz and Gbemi. And after that, we did a hangout.
“They were guests on the show. So we just happen to be entering almost at the same time. After that, we were leaving about the same time and it was more like ‘Do you guys wanna hang out’? Ok, let’s go hang out’. You know, Covid year came and the rest is history.”
Speaking on how fatherhood has changed him, the 27-year-old movie star said he is more self-aware and strives to be a better person in order to set a good example for his son.
“There has not been any time I have done anyone dirty or bad intentionally. I don’t hate anybody. With every chance I get, I love people,” he said.
“This is how I advise everyone to be. Now that I am a father, I take note of these things. I look at it that for that boy growing up, I am his first example. So, what kind of man do I want the boy to be?
“Even beyond being the person I am. I strive to be a better person.
“Fatherhood is one of the best experiences in the world. It is like every day he wakes up, there is just something exciting. Whether he is learning to say something new or he is walking.”
George Wade, the estranged fiancé of actress Empress Njamah, who blackmailed and leaked her bedroom tapes online, has been arrested by the police.
You will recall that in December 2022, the actress cried out online about being blackmailed by her lover, George, whom she described as a scammer.
She accused him of taking over her social media account, taking control of her home, physically abusing her, and making intimate videos of her, which he used to blackmail her.
Following the call-out, George reportedly created a WhatsApp group where he allegedly leaked her private videos, including one in which she was taking a bath.
Amid the drama, which had netizens calling for his arrest, George, who is a Liberian resident, fled back to his country.
In a recent development, the estranged lover of the actress has now been arrested in Liberia and is in police custody.
It was gathered that he was arrested for allegedly blackmailing several other women in Liberia.
A video of him being whisked away in handcuffs following his arrest is currently making the rounds online.
Watch below.
In other news, a Nigerian man has advised men to avoid long-term relationships with women who hate their fathers.
According to the man, identified as Austin Akpos, women who have a strained relationship with their fathers can project their negative feelings towards their partners, resulting in an unhealthy relationship.
He asserted that this category of women are damaged and no matter what the man does, they will never see him through a positive lens due to their father’s failures. Read here.
Popular Nollywood actress and brand influencer, Destiny Etiko, has debunked reports of being a virgin.
Recently, there were reports that she had given an interview stating that she was still a virgin at the age of 33 and had never been in an intimate relationship.
However, taking to her Instagram story to react amid the buzz that the reports have stirred, Etiko, in a new video, debunked the virginity claims and denied granting any interview on her sexual life.
She went on to lash out at those spreading the rumours and labeled them as clout chasers.
She also took a swipe at media personality Daddy Freeze, who held an Instagram Live session to discuss her virginity status.
“Na your mama be virgin… What is this nonsense? I don’t get it… A lot of people are insensitive. A full-fledged man set ring light to discuss something he knows absolutely nothing about.”
“No written word or an interview about virginity and they are all busy with my precious name. That really shows how important and relevant I am.” She said in part.
Watch video below,
Meanwhile, Destiny’s friend and colleague, Uche Elendu took to the comment section of Daddy Freeze’s post to attest to Destiny Etiko’s decency.
According to her, Destiny Etiko is one of the decent ladies she has known in recent times.
“Destiny is a virgin if she says she is. She is one of the most decent girls in recent times, I give that to her 💯”, she wrote.
A Nigerian man has advised men to avoid long-term relationships with women who hate their fathers.
According to the man, identified as Austin Akpos, women who have a strained relationship with their fathers can project their negative feelings towards their partners, resulting in an unhealthy relationship.
He asserted that this category of women are damaged and no matter what the man does, they will never see him through a positive lens due to their father’s failures.
“F**k them!! But by every means let them go 2d other guy who’ll fuck em. Don’t try to be a savior. They’ll ruin u. First signs a woman is damaged: 1. A Nigerian feminist 2. Hate men 3. Hate her father 4. Hates people of her father’s ethnic group- That’s where Urhobo women come in,” he wrote.
“Once you discover a woman hates her father so much, fuck them vigorously and dump them. No matter what you do, you’ll be seen through prisms of their father’s failures. F**k them SHEGE and dump them BANZA”, he wrote on Twitter.
See his posts below,
In related news, a Nigerian writer sparked an online debate after revealing that he ended his relationship with a woman because she was independent and had it all.
The young man, identified as Chinedu Ihekwoaba, admitted on Twitter that being with his ex-girlfriend made him feel less of a man because she was too independent.
He explained that he came to the conclusion that he couldn’t control her because she had everything and he couldn’t provide anything, so he dissolved the relationship.
He further disclosed that he felt useless in the relationship because he wasn’t contributing anything.
His words,
“I left a lady because she was too independent. She had it all. I contributed nothing. I felt useless in the relationship. I couldn’t act like a man. I don’t think I will be able to control her. She won’t be submissive to me. So I ended it. Mind you, she did nothing wrong…”
Reality TV star, Natacha Akide, popularly known as Tacha, has lambasted veteran actress, Uche Ebere, for criticizing her after she abused a troll’s mother.
The drama started when the former Big Brother Naija star took to Twitter to say she is 23 years old. However, a troll who felt she is older than 23 knocked her for ‘lying’ about her age.
“We know what a 23 yr old look like in Nigeria 🇳🇬 stop clowning…” the troll commented.
In response, Tacha slammed the troll and involved his mother.
“You wish your mom was this sweet at her 20s!!! Keep CRYING!!!” she wrote.
See below,
This didn’t sit well with Uche Ebere who criticized Tacha for insulting the troll’s mother, instead of attacking him directly.
She called Tacha derogatory names and said she should do better if she wants to become a mother in the future.
“Mannerless, uncultured and full of anger to compare yourself and your age to a mother that has gotten adult children, the gap is too far, except you’re upto the same age with the said mother, direct your anger to the person that hurt you, and not to the mother if you really want to be a mother in future, meanwhile it doesn’t worth fighting for your age if truly you’re really the said age, clear conscience fears no accusations, you pass”
See below,
Tacha initially ignored the actress’ comment but when her fans called her attention to it on Twitter, she lambasted Uche and accused her of seeking attention.
“Na person wey hungry dey catch! She never fit change wig for like 2decades now. Just pity and ignore her”, she wrote.
A fan replied, “Mama T, pls stop making them relevant with ur replies”
Tacha responded, “But don’t you know what i DO BEST?? I resurrect d*ad careers nau. I’m good at this Job🥺”
In a follow-up tweet, Tacha, who is 27 years old, said she was only joking about being 23 in her initial tweet, and that any ‘right-thinking’ person would have understood that she was joking.
See below,
Every proper thinking human being understood the sarcasm in this caption!! But NO! you want to come off BRAVE!!! If I wanted to alternate my age I’ll do it in real life!!! Not on fckin social media! TF do i owe any of y’all an explanation?! so make person no PLAY again?? Na craze… https://t.co/jMmYVL6dhB
Popular Nollywood star, Jim Iyke, recently hit back at an Instagram follower who tried to troll him over a photo he shared on his Instagram page.
The actor had posted new photos of himself wearing a green shirt, white top, and white sandals, with the caption “Vibes.”
However, in the comment section, the follower took a swipe at Jim Iyke’s feet, advising him to keep them hidden from public view. According to the IG user, the actor’s feet are not worth being showed off online.
“I beg do something with ur feet..they are not for show off for now…till u do something to them..aa,” the follower wrote.
As expected, Jim Iyke, known not to tolerate any form of disrespect, fired back at the troll. He told her to remove herself from the public space, as her face was not worth seeing.
“@lehlantse, please do something about your face. No eyes deserve the eyesore. I know your mirror warns you daily, but people like you are in constant denial. These contorted features will never be easy on the eyes. I cringe to begin to think what the body will look like. Make peace with the fact you need to remove yourself from public spaces,” he wrote.
Nigerian clergyman and actor, Mike Bamiloye, has averred that many women are not ready for marriage despite nearing the age of thirty.
Taking to his Instagram page on Monday, April 24, the cleric said many women are more focused on preparing for their wedding than learning how to make their marriages work.
He said some women can’t cook a decent meal and are used to eating fast food and junks, while others can’t pray fervently and have shallow knowledge of the word of God.
He decried their level of unpreparedness for marriage and said their eyes would open to the reality of marriage after their wedding.
Read his full post below,
“RED FLAG ALONG THE WAY
I am so afraid of the Youths of this Generation.
Many are not Preparing enough to enter into Marriage. Many are very Shallow in their knowledge of Marriage. They Prepare more for the Wedding Day, than for the Marriage Life. No Deep studies on what Marriage Entails.
They are too hasty and not Ready to Sit down and Learn the Principles of Marital Life.
Many Ladies are not qualified to be WIFE even at 28.
They Can’t cook properly. They are used to Fast Food at the Eateries, and Ice Cream and Indomie and Spagetti plus boiled Eggs and Titus, and they spend six months studying the wedding Gowns and the accessories for the Bridal Trails.
AND THEY WANT TO MARRY.
My Dear Sister is 26, by she is still not yet a Wife Material.
But she is Beautiful,
But she can not cook.
She is not Spiritually Strong in Prayers.
And she has a shallow knowledge of the Word of God.
How would she withstand the spiritual challenges that comes against every home now?
How would she take her stand in the Word of God against every wiles of the DEvil that blow against every Christian Home now?
Too materialistic and very little knowledge of Home Management.
The Other time a friend of hers was going to her husband’s house,
She went with a big BOOK OF COOKERY, which was Published in UK.
Unfortunately, there was no Recipes for the cooking of Nigerian food.
Then I was told she downloaded some Applications on her Android phone on How To Cook.
She spent several months preparing for Wedding Day,
Popular Nollywood actress, Uche Elendu, has reacted after her colleague and friend, Destiny Etiko, revealed that she is a virgin.
You will recall that in a recent interview, Destiny revealed that she is still a virgin at 33. According to her, she has not been in a relationship that has progressed to the point of intimacy.
“I am still a virgin because of my crippling social anxiety. I have not been in a relationship that has gone to ‘that level’,” she said.
Destiny’s revelation caused a huge stir among Nigerians on social media, with many expressing doubt about her claim. Media personality Daddy Freeze, who was taken aback by her admission, held a conversation on his Instagram Live to address the matter.
Destiny’s friend, Uche Elendu, however, took to the comment section of Daddy Freeze’s post to attest to Destiny Etiko’s decency.
According to Uche Elendu, if Destiny Etiko says she is a virgin, she is, and there is no reason to doubt her, as she is one of the decent ladies she has known in recent times.
“Destiny is a virgin if she says she is. She is one of the most decent girls in recent times, I give that to her 💯”, she wrote.
Popular Nollywood actress, Mercy Johnson-Okojie, has revealed why she hates bringing her children along on social outings.
The mother of four children – Purity, Henry, Angel and Divine Mercy – said she hates going out with them because they are always complaining.
In a video shared on social media, Mercy Johnson said her children always complain about one thing or the other, making it difficult for her to enjoy herself when they go out as a family.
The movie star said she recently took her children to the beach and regretted it afterwards because they kept complaining, instead of having fun. According to her, due to this experience, she has resolved not to take them out again.
She captioned the video,
“Who can relate? Like in my head ehhh I am never going out with them again”
A while back, Mercy Johnson got fans and followers gushing after she shared a video from a game she played with her kids on social media.
The actress’ children are currently on holiday, and the mother of four, known for spending quality time with her kids despite the nature of her job, is seen in the video playing an outdoor game with them.
In the video, Mercy Johnson could be seen holding a water pipe as she filled the basins each of her children had in front of them.
She then proceeds to ask them some interesting questions, and those found guilty have to dunk their faces in the basin of water. Watch here
Billionaire heiress and disc jockey, Florence Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy, has finally reacted to rumors that she is pregnant.
Rumors have been making the rounds online that the 30-year-old singer is expecting a child with her fiancé, Ryan Taylor, following recent photos and videos she shared online.
She had taken to her Instagram page to share a video of herself dancing when netizens pointed out her protruding belly, suggesting that she looked pregnant.
Reacting to the pregnancy speculations in the comment section of the post, DJ Cuppy stated that she only has a belly and and is not pregnant.
“No, I just have a BELLLLLY,” she told a fan who asked whether she is pregnant.
Watch the video below
In other news, Opeyemi Falegan, the ex-partner of Nollywood actress, Nkechi Blessing has publicly announced his intention to pursue Destiny Etiko after the latter stated that she was a virgin.
Recall that Destiny Etiko shared this in a recent interview with OakTv, that she made a decision to remain celibate.
According to her, she has not been in a relationship that has progressed to the point of being intimate.
In a recent Instagram post, Falegan stated that he believed her claim and expressed his desire to marry her, citing her beauty and outspoken nature as attractive qualities.
He wrote;
“Destiny Etiko said she is a virgin i kinda believe her. If truly she is a virgin i will like to marry her, moreover she has the best shape in nollywood and quite outspoken and well educated. ( my type ) Omodaa daa, but only if she is a virgin. It will be reasonable to atleast marry morality, lack of corruption, goodness, cleanness, clarity, freshness, lack of pollution, untaintedness..”
Massive congratulations are in order for Nigerian politician, Mrs. Jumoke Akindele-Ajulo, as she welcomes her first child at the age of 54.
Akindele, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), was the first female Speaker of the Ondo State House of Assembly.
She served as the Okitipupa State Constituency 1 representative in the Assembly from 2011 to 2019. In 2014, she was elected speaker, a position she held until her removal in 2017.
Friends and political associates have taken to social media to congratulate Akindele on the birth of her first child.
One Facebook user identified as Segun Odidi said she gave birth on Saturday, April 22, 2023.
“What God cannot do doesn’t exist. First Female Speaker of the Ondo State House of Assembly delivered a bouncing baby on Saturday. Her first fruit!! What a cheering news! I’m so happy for you big sis. Congratulations Rt. Hon Jumoke Akindele,” he wrote.
Another Facebook user, Ayodele Oyedokun, wrote: “WHEN THE TIME IS RIGHT, I, THE LORD, WILL MAKE IT HAPPEN. ISAIAH 60:22 I celebrate with the first female Speaker in Ondo state, Rt Hon Jumoke Akindele on the bundle of joy God gifted her and her family. May the joy be permanent and be of abundant blessings.”
Nigerian singer, Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, popularly known as Ayra Starr, has responded to those policing her for wearing skimpy outfits.
It’s no news that the 20-year-old singer who rose to fame after signing to Don Jazzy’s Mavin Records has been subjected to heavy scrutiny and criticism for her choice of outfits.
She has repeatedly been dragged to filth for wearing revealing outfits in her photos, music videos, and while performing on stage.
Reacting to the controversy surrounding her fashion style, the ‘Rush’ crooner told her critics to keep their opinions to themselves because they are not her pastor or mother.
In a recent interview with Kiss FM, London, Ayra starr said,
“You are not my pastor, you are not Jesus, you are not my mother, so keep it to yourself. I don’t wanna know. I don’t give a damn.”
The ‘Rush’ crooner shared this known while speaking in a recent interview with Saturday Beats.
In her words;
“I am grateful to the women who came before me, who paved the way. Because of them, I am not dealing with so much. However, there is still that issue of female artistes being scrutinised more than their male colleagues. Female artistes are not held to the same standards as the males.”
A video has gone viral on social media showing a man bowing to kiss the hands and feet of Nigerian billionaire E-Money.
The incident has sparked mixed reactions from the public, with some praising the man for showing respect, while others have criticized him for what they see as an excessive display of sycophancy.
In the video, the unidentified man is seen bowing down in front of E-Money, who is sitting on a chair. He then proceeds to kiss the billionaire’s hands and feet, while others in the room watch on.
As he lay on the floor, he expressed his admiration for the billionaire, admitting to stalking him for weeks and singing his praises in Igbo.
The video has garnered a lot of attention on social media since it surfaced, with many expressing their opinions on the gesture.
It sparked mixed reactions among netizens. While some praised the gesture, others found it distasteful and demeaning.
An Instagram user wrote, “People and lies,if u were in the guys shoes I bet u will do more than dis, na who wear shoe no where e Dey pain am😂”.
“It has been officially proven people worship money more than God himself 😢 sad reality 🤦🏾♀️”, another user added.
“No big deal nah, All is see here is Form of respect and it’s beautiful to watch.😍😍😍”. Another wrote.
Popular Afrobeat singer, David Adeleke, better known as Davido, was forced to defend himself against an anti-fan who wanted to attack him on stage.
The scary incident took place at his much-anticipated ‘Timeless’ concert at the Tafawa Balewa Square in Lagos on Sunday, April 23.
In a video that has gone viral online, Davido can be seen performing his hit song ‘Fia’ when the man climbed the stage and lunged at him from behind.
Fortunately, Davido was quick to react as he turned around and almost punched the anti-fan before security intervened and took him away.
The video has caused a huge stir on social media, with many praising Davido for his quick thinking and ability to defend himself.
Watch the clip below,
Read some reactions to the incident below,
An IG user wrote, “But why attend his show if you no like am ? Abi dem send you ?”
@akosuanyamedea wrote, “Reason why some of these artists wear bulletproof on stage… not everyone around is there to support”
@train_station_network wrote, “Wait, what did Davido do to deserve this attack from the guy?”
@kingparow1 wrote, “Person wey dey train boxing na em you wan go meet no be to collect you dey ask for na so wizkid and him BODYGUARD nearly kill one mumu dat yr. The weyre kon still dey rojo for social media say body dey pain am from the beating .😋”
Nigerian superstar singer, Davido and his close friend, celebrity barman Cubana ChiefPriest, have unfollowed each other on Instagram.
Davido and Cubana ChiefPriest have been friends for several years, with the latter being a staunch supporter of the former’s music career. Cubana ChiefPriest, who is the owner of a popular nightclub, has often been seen with Davido at events and parties, and has also been known to promote the musician’s music on his social media pages.
However, it seems that all is not well between the two friends, as they have now unfollowed each other on Instagram. A recent check on their respective pages showed that they are no longer following each other on the popular social media platform.
It was also gathered that Cubana ChiefPriest did not promote Davido’s recent Lagos concert, which is quite unusual, further fueling the rumors of a fallout between the two.
This news has come as a surprise to fans and followers, who are now speculating on the reason behind the sudden fallout between the two friends.
See screenshot below,
In other news, Nigerian musician, Skales has described how his senior colleague in the Nigerian music industry, Timaya broke down in tears when he learned of his difficulties and homelessness.
Speaking in interview with Chude Jideonwo, Skales reported that he was left without a home after quitting his old record label E.M.E. because the company had kicked him out of his rented home.
As his only possession at the moment, along with his studio, clothing, and shoes, he was forced to sleep in his Ford Explorer SUV.
Skales remained working with Timaya, who was oblivious of his predicament since he had done a good job of concealing it. Timaya was moved to tears and felt bad for not knowing Skales was homeless despite spending so much time with him and only learning about his situation afterwards.
He further said that Timaya had kindheartedly given him the use of his vacant penthouse.
In his words;
“Yes I was homeless. I wasn’t making money, as at that time, I wasn’t making money, it was only Banky and Wiz. I mean I was making money but it was not plenty. And I was also a young chap still trying to figure out life.
So I’m like, I don’t have guidance, I’m just in these streets by myself, really. Even though, as much as I hate to blame whatever mistakes on that, but really I didn’t have no guidance, I didn’t have much money, the house I was staying, they rented it, so when the deal was off, I had to leave.
You know, so I didn’t know what to do, I hit the streets and I’m not much of a going to be begging anybody for anything. Just still believed okay I have to keep going, I had just this Ford Explorer, my studio is my baby so I had my clothes, my shoes in the boot. I mean I didn’t have much because everything I had in the house was theirs. I could just drive to anybody’s house that’s my friend, anytime we finish work, I’ll always make sure I leave late.
“So after I finish doing work, which was mostly with Timaya, I’ll just go to my car and pass out, the next morning, I’ll probably pull up in the house like ‘Yo I want to use your bathroom, I only have my toothpaste and my brush then I’ll just go brush my teeth real quick. I was good vibes so everybody wanted me around you know. But only myself and one of my friends knew what I was going through but a lot of people didn’t know.
“So one day, Timaya found out and he actually cried, he felt so bad because I was always with them, I was always chilling, and he didn’t know what was going on. So when he found out, he was like, there’s this penthouse that he doesn’t use for anything, he now told me to move in there.”
A Nigerian clergyman and his wife are in a celebratory mood as they welcome their first child after 35 years of waiting.
The cleric, Rev. Jacob Kabra of the Christian Reformed Church Nigeria CRC-N RCC in Takum, Taraba State, and his wife Mary Jacob Kabra, have been married for over three decades and had been trying to conceive.
According to family and church members who shared the good news on Facebook on Sunday, April 23, 2023, the couple got married on April 9, 1988, at CRC-N Lufu in Takum Local Government Area of Taraba State.
They finally welcomed their first child on March 31, 2023 after 35 years of marriage.
“THANKSGIVING AND NAMING CEREMONY. The Rev. Dr. Jacob M. I Kabra Chairman CRC-N RCC Takum who got married on the 9th April, 1988 at CRC-N Lufu of Takum LGA, Taraba State, welcomed their first fruit on 31st March, 2023,” he wrote.
“By the grace of God, the programme is scheduled as follows: Thank you Jesus for this mighty miracle, after a period of 35yrs of marriage you still make it possible.” One Paul G. Musa wrote on Facebook.
“If you doubt the faithfulness of God, he is not wicked to foget your labor of love. This is the testament of what he is doing now, Those of you trusting God for same blessing, he is your neighborhood! Yours is next”, another user wrote.
Nigerian musician, Skales has described how his senior colleague in the Nigerian music industry, Timaya broke down in tears when he learned of his difficulties and homelessness.
Speaking in interview with Chude Jideonwo, Skales reported that he was left without a home after quitting his old record label E.M.E. because the company had kicked him out of his rented home.
As his only possession at the moment, along with his studio, clothing, and shoes, he was forced to sleep in his Ford Explorer SUV.
Skales remained working with Timaya, who was oblivious of his predicament since he had done a good job of concealing it. Timaya was moved to tears and felt bad for not knowing Skales was homeless despite spending so much time with him and only learning about his situation afterwards.
He further said that Timaya had kindheartedly given him the use of his vacant penthouse.
In his words;
“Yes I was homeless. I wasn’t making money, as at that time, I wasn’t making money, it was only Banky and Wiz. I mean I was making money but it was not plenty. And I was also a young chap still trying to figure out life.
So I’m like, I don’t have guidance, I’m just in these streets by myself, really. Even though, as much as I hate to blame whatever mistakes on that, but really I didn’t have no guidance, I didn’t have much money, the house I was staying, they rented it, so when the deal was off, I had to leave.
You know, so I didn’t know what to do, I hit the streets and I’m not much of a going to be begging anybody for anything. Just still believed okay I have to keep going, I had just this Ford Explorer, my studio is my baby so I had my clothes, my shoes in the boot. I mean I didn’t have much because everything I had in the house was theirs. I could just drive to anybody’s house that’s my friend, anytime we finish work, I’ll always make sure I leave late.
“So after I finish doing work, which was mostly with Timaya, I’ll just go to my car and pass out, the next morning, I’ll probably pull up in the house like ‘Yo I want to use your bathroom, I only have my toothpaste and my brush then I’ll just go brush my teeth real quick. I was good vibes so everybody wanted me around you know. But only myself and one of my friends knew what I was going through but a lot of people didn’t know.
“So one day, Timaya found out and he actually cried, he felt so bad because I was always with them, I was always chilling, and he didn’t know what was going on. So when he found out, he was like, there’s this penthouse that he doesn’t use for anything, he now told me to move in there.”
Famous Nollywood actor, Chidi Mokeme has stirred reactions as took to social media to celebrate his colleague, Ini Edo on her birthday with loved-up photos.
Today marks the birthday of the Shanty Town actress, who was recently nominated for many awards at the AMVCA ceremony.
In an affectionate post on his Instagram page, Chidi Mokeme uploaded images of herself and Ini Edo and showered her with kind compliments.
He wrote,
“BROWN SUGAR ❤️ It’s Your Day Queen 👑 What A Journey. The Pages Are Still Getting Filled In. The Story Is Still Unfolding. To Be Told… Someday. Happy Birthday @iniedo May The Lines Continue To Fall For You In Pleasant Places. Can’t Wait For The World To See What’s About To Unfold. Have Fun and Enjoy Ur Moments luv 🎊🎂🎁🎉🍾🥂
Yeah, Ok, Ok, I Know These Pictures Be Giving Pre-Wedding Vibes And Be Making Y’all Fall In Love. Feel Free To Borrow The Pose 😜😘
Nigerian veteran actor, Bob-Manuel Udokwu has condemned the entry of many people with inadequate training into the film business.
He lamented the invasion of amateur actors and directors who are now playing the principal roles in Nollywood.
According to Udokwu, the sector ought to be at a higher level than it now is, and the prevalence of unethical behavior is the single factor keeping growth from accelerating.
He shared this while chatting with writer Azuh Arinze during an Instagram Live session.
The movie star said;
“Nollywood ought to be greater than what it is at the moment. Unfortunately, the true potential of the industry is not being realised. A lot of unprofessional activities are going on.
Many half-baked practitioners have invaded the industry. The real professionals should step forward and take back Nollywood.”
When discussing the pinnacle of his career, Udokwu listed among other achievements having the honor of anchoring Gulder Ultimate Search.
He said;
“Being in ‘Checkmate’ (a TV series in the nineties) was a game changer for me. Also, being in ‘Living in Bondage’ (one of the first Nigerian home videos) paved the way for some other roles.
Anchoring Gulder Ultimate Search (a TV reality show) in 2007 was another game changer for me. It was also challenging, because I was not the first person that anchored it.
I started anchoring the show in season four in 2007. But, I eventually became the longest-running anchor person for the show. I hosted it for five consecutive years. Basically, not one particular role changed my career; each role added to the things I was doing.”
A 300- level Microbiology student of the Plateau State University (PLASU) Bokkos, Moses Simon Gajok, has passed away after falling from a construction site structure.
According to the information obtained, the 28-year-old student was a carpenter by trade up to his passing, according to information obtained.
At the time this report was filed, the incident’s specifics were still hazy, but it was learned that he fell from the building’s top level while he was at work.
He will be buried in his family’s property at Dahwol Loh Chak, Kuru, in the Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State on Tuesday, April 25, 2023.
On Friday, April 21, 2023, the institution’s SUG President, Comrade Peter Arin Kaze, issued a statement confirming the occurrence.
“I want to use this medium to condole with the family of late Mr. Moses Simon, Indeed PLASITES and the family have lost a hero and will forever miss you. May God almighty forgive you your sins. May the host of angels receive your soul. May his light be with you. And above all may your soul continue to rest in peace with the Lord. Amen. Plasites are still in shock and will miss you,” the statement read.
Opeyemi Falegan, the ex-partner of Nollywood actress, Nkechi Blessing has publicly announced his intention to pursue Destiny Etiko after the latter stated that she was a virgin.
Recall that Destiny Etiko shared this in a recent interview with OakTv, that she made a decision to remain celibate.
According to her, she has not been in a relationship that has progressed to the point of being intimate.
In a recent Instagram post, Falegan stated that he believed her claim and expressed his desire to marry her, citing her beauty and outspoken nature as attractive qualities.
He wrote;
“Destiny Etiko said she is a virgin i kinda believe her. If truly she is a virgin i will like to marry her, moreover she has the best shape in nollywood and quite outspoken and well educated. ( my type ) Omodaa daa, but only if she is a virgin. It will be reasonable to atleast marry morality, lack of corruption, goodness, cleanness, clarity, freshness, lack of pollution, untaintedness..
Daddy freeze would make a perfect officiating church minister lol. But before u think she is lying or cant fit into Ekiti First Lady. remember. I had a purpose before anyone had an opinion. (ODF)”
Self-acclaimed life coach, Solomon Buchi has advised married men to surround themselves with fellow married men who have strong family values.
Taking to his Facebook page, he opined that married men should make friends with mature family men that would challenge them to become better husbands.
According to him, men should not be friends with the kind of people who mocked them as being simps simply because they respected their wives.
He wrote;
“Married men, surround yourself with fellow married men who have strong family values; men who are kind to their wives; men who don’t pursue little girls and see cheating as a big deal. I know we are men, and we feel it’s not that deep, but a man who hangs out with corrupt friends will one day consider being like them. You honestly can make friends with mature family men who respect their wives, and challenge you to be a better husband. Not friends that will call you a SIMP for loving your wife right. Throw them into the dustbin”
Nigerian Afrobeats singer, David Adeleke popularly known as Davido has disclosed that he prays before every of his on-stage performance.
The DMW boss shared this in a Forbes article wherein he covered the latest issue of Forbes’ Afrobeats All-Star; Pioneering The New Global Sound.
The “FEM” crooner claimed that his staff is aware of the fact that he always places his performance in God’s hands before taking the stage. and they never disturb his prayer sessions.
Davido claimed that his father, Mr. Adedeji Adeleke taught him many lessons, especially about embracing Christianity and leading a modest life.
In his words;
“I learned so much from being around my dad, watching him in the office, hearing him on the phone, seeing how he handled life. He’s very humble, principled and a strong Christian. Before I step on any stage, my team knows not to mess with my prayers.”
In other news, Popular Nollywood actress and brand influencer, Destiny Etiko, has revealed that she is a virgin.
The 33-year-old curvaceous thespian made the disclosure in a recent interview with OakTv, where she spoke about her personal life and decision to remain celibate.
In response to a question about her body count, Etiko revealed that she is a virgin. She explained that at 33, she has not been in a relationship that has progressed to the point of being intimate
Nigerian actress and reality TV star, Erica Nlewedim has taken to social media to express her grief over the loss of all of her expensive jewelry in South Africa.
The former Big Brother Naija housemate recently jetted out to the country to commence shooting for a movie as well as have a meet and greet with fans.
Erica cried out that she lost all her jewelry, except a Cartier bracelet she was wearing at the airport.
She did not, however, elaborate on whether the things were stolen or just lost.
She tweeted;
“All my jewelry is gone 😭😭😭 apart from my Cartier bracelet I was wearing at the airport.”
In other news, Big Brother Naija season 5 winner, Olamilekan Agbeleshe, popularly known as Laycon achieved yet another feat.
Laycon announced on his social media platforms on Saturday, April 22, that he has obtained a Master’s degree from a UK university.
The reality TV star, who is also a talented rapper and singer, revealed while sharing photos of himself to celebrate his achievement that he graduated with an MSc in International Relations from the University of Portsmouth, United Kingdom.
Using his success as a reference point, Laycon advised his fans to pursue their dreams and never give up. He added that he achieved his degree in 18 months and is already looking forward to his next project.
Leke Adeboye, son of the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has revealed that he made his first million-selling rubber wristbands.
Pastor Leke shared this while discussing secrets to financial freedom with ”School Of Wealth” stating that everyone wants to hit it big but forget the essence of little profit.
He claimed that selling promotional gift items like rubber to a big Christian event with a small profit of 50 or 100 naira would eventually add up to something big and that was how he made his first million.
In his words;
”Promotional gift items for those that are doing branding wristbands are just rubber. ”But if I sell enough of those rubbers with a very tiny margin profit of #50 or #100 at a big Christian event, it adds up.”
Watch him speak below,
In other news, Muyiwa Awoniyi, the manager of Grammy award winner, Temilade Openiyi, known professionally as Tems, revealed that she led praise and worship in her prison cell in Uganda.
It would be recalled that the ‘Essence’ crooner and her colleague, Omah Lay, were arrested and remanded in prison in Uganda in 2020 for violating the country’s COVID-19 safety measures.
The duo, who were in the East-African country for a concert, were charged in court on charges of negligently doing acts likely to spread an infectious disease. The charges were later dropped and they were released from prison.
Speaking about the arrest over three years later, Muyiwa recalled being extremely concerned for Tem’s safety because he was not with her in prison. However, he later learned that she led the entire prison in praise and worship.
Popular Nigerian writer and publisher, Betty Irabor has responded to the Nigerian pastor, Pastor Julie who revealed that her 39 years of marriage has been successful because she decided to play the fool.
Recall that Pastor Julie shared a video to offer marital advice to married couples based on her own personal experience of being married for 39 years she had to play the fool in her marriage for it to work. Watch here.
Genevieve Magazine founder, Betty Irabor who did not agree with this advice stated that she too has been married for 39 years and playing a fool for that long to maintain the peace was unhealthy mentally, emotionally, and physically.
She wrote;
“Eeeya. I have been married 39 years too… Playing a fool for that long to maintain peace in the name of submissiveness or respect for your spouse is unhealthy; mentally, emotionally and physically. Gosh! But if the formula is working for her marriage I salute her.”
Big Brother Naija star and disc jockey, Tolani Baj has stated that she cannot have a child with a male celebrity.
Taking to her Twitter page, she noted that she was a jealous lover and could not deal with the attention the entertainer would receive from other women.
According to her, having a baby for a celebrity was very draining and she does not want to have the experience.
Tolanibaj asserted that it was better for both parties to save themselves the stress of being in a toxic co-parenting arrangement or relationship.
She tweeted;
“Having a baby with an entertainer must be constantly draining. I recognize that I’m a jealous lover so let’s save ourselves from future toxicity.”
A while back, Tolani Baj addressed men who complain when a woman asks them for money.
In a video she shared online, the reality TV star opined that looking beautiful is expensive, so a woman needs money from her man to maintain her beauty.
She went on to ask tight-fisted men who do not give their women money how they expect them to keep looking good for them.
According to her, rather than come online to wail about how women feel entitled to their partners’ money, any man who’s not ready to spend on a woman should leave her alone.
She said while a man is complaining about a woman demanding too much money from him, there are several other men out there that will be willing to gladly foot her bills.
Speaking further, she maintained that looking good is not cheap, so when a girl bills a man, he should understand that she’s trying to maintain the beauty that attracted her to him in the first place.
Nigerian singer and songwriter, Ahmed Ololade, also known as Asake has outlined the significance of the Yoruba language in his music.
He claimed that he enjoys singing in Yoruba since it is widely spoken and understood and because it is essential to him.
Asake stated during a NewsLive Prime interview that he views music as a feeling and that sometimes one does not need to comprehend it to enjoy its use on a smartphone.
In his words;
“Yoruba is so important to me. To me the way I understand music is that it is a feeling”, he said.
Watch part of the interview below,
In related news, Nigerian musician, Florence Otedola popularly known as DJ Cuppy, has shared the future plans she has for her music career.
Cuppy expressed her desire to become a backup singer for her colleague, Asake.
Taking to her Instagram story, she enquired about the process of becoming one of Asake’s backup singers and asked her followers to provide her with information on how to achieve her goal.
She wrote;
“Plix can someone tell me how I can become one of the backup singers for @asakemusic?”
