German-born Nigerian footballer, Karim Adeyemi, says the secret behind his unusual speed on the field is African dish, fufu.
The winger, who is rated as the fastest man in Bundesliga, demonstrated his incredible speed during the UEFA Champions League match against Chelsea on Wednesday night, February 15.
Adeyemi ran past Chelsea player, Enzo Fernandez, to score a solo goal that gave the German side their win.
Speaking to newsmen after the game, the 21-year-old star, who was born in Germany to a Nigerian father, attributed his speed to eating fufu.
“I eat a lot of African foods but I have good genetics from my dad. [The food] is called Fufu from Nigeria,” he said in a post-match interview.
“The only thing I was thinking [against Enzo Fernandez] was that I just need to get the ball past him. You just try to win your duels, the goalkeeper came out and there may have been a bit of luck, but I’m delighted with the goal.”
It’s a case of new year, new luck. For me, it’s that simple. As a team, we talked a lot during the break and it brought us closer together.
The win tonight was crucial and it was unbelievable to play in front of these fans. We wanted to give Chelsea a tough game from start to finish and we’ve won.”
A Nigerian bride is currently trending on social media because of her jaw-dropping makeup transformation on her wedding day.
A viral video shows the bride’s natural face as well as her stunning transformation after being glammed up.
The bride, who appears to be in her late thirties, looked extremely younger than her age after she was made up by her beautician.
This has elicited a flurry of reactions online, with many people wondering if the bride is the same person in the ‘before’ and ‘after’ clip.
@tukwasi wrote, “It’s not her sha I may be going through a lot just by being in this country but nothing has happened to my eyesight, it’s not her”
@susanaduada wrote, “Check the chest area, you’d know they’re 2diffent people or Maybe she used an aging filter in the beginning”
@mimo_dino12 wrote, “Scam, they’re two different people.. the gown, the nails, skin colour and even their cheeks are not the same..”
@mide_ajisafe wrote, “She’s probably not a young woman. Doesn’t mean she’s not allowed to look as beautiful as she can be on her big day.
MUA did a good job and everyone’s happy ”
@annextin wrote, “Naaaa they are switched. This must be the main bride while the other is the mom or elder sis!!”
Nigerian singer, Burna Boy has mourned the unfortunate demise of his South African colleague, Kiernan Forbes, better known as AKA.
This comes almost a week after the 35-year-old rapper was shot dead by a yet-to-be identified gunman outside a restaurant in Durban, South Africa.
Taking to his Instastory, Burna Boy, who collaborated with AKA on a song titled “All eyes on Me” in 2014, penned an emotional tribute to him.
He recalled how he advised AKA to get a gun for self defense, after he (AKA) reprimanded him for having a gun on him.
He said eventhough he was not on good terms with AKA when he was alive, he didn’t want him to die, and he hopes his murderer is caught and prosecuted.
The 31-year-old singer wrote,
“WTF is all of that about/ I just heard he died, seen that video at that restaurant/ Took me out of a positive mood/ Took me back to that day when you saw my gun and you said I was wild/ Then I told you you should have one too/ Cuz it weren’t like niggaz wasn’t dying but I thought you knew/ And I ain’t really fuck wit you/ But I didn’t want you dead, it was like that with me and you/ Wicked!/
I hope they catch whoever did you wicked/ I hope you rest in peace. Even though we ain’t kick it/ At the end of the day we some grown ass niggaz”.
President Muhammadu Buharion Thursday morning, February 16, addressed the citizens of Nigeria following the crisis that erupted over the Naira swap policy.
In his speech, he extended the validity of the old N200 notes till April, stating that it is still a legal tender.
He ordered the CBN to release the old N200 back into circulation and allow it co-exist with the newly redesigned N200, N500 and N1000 notes.
Read the full text of his speech below,
“NATIONAL BROADCAST BY HIS EXCELLENCY MUHAMMADU BUHARI, PRESIDENT, FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA ON THE CHALLENGES OF THE CURRENCY SWAP AND STATE OF THE NATION, ON 16th FEBRUARY, 2023
My Dear Compatriots,
I have found it necessary to address you today, on the state of the nation and to render account on the efforts of our administration to sustain and strengthen our economy, enhance the fight against corruption and sustain our gains in the fight against terrorism and insecurity which has, undoubtedly, been impacted by several internal and external factors.
Particularly, I am addressing you, as your democratically elected President, to identify with you and express my sympathy, over the difficulties being experienced as we continue the implementation of new monetary policies, aimed at boosting our economy and tightening of the loopholes associated with money laundering.
Let me re-assure Nigerians, that strengthening our economy, enhancing security and blockage of leakages associated with illicit financial flows remain top priority of our administration. And I shall remain committed to my oath of protecting and advancing the interest of Nigerians and the nation, at all times.
In the last quarter of 2022, I authorised the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to redesign the N200, N500, and N1000 Nigerian banknotes.
For a smooth transition, I similarly approved that the redesigned banknotes should circulate concurrently with the old bank notes, till 31 January 2023, before the old notes, cease to be legal tender.
In appreciation of the systemic and human difficulties encountered during implementation and in response to the appeal of all citizens, an extension of ten days was authorized till 10th February, 2023 for the completion of the process. All these activities are being carried out within the ambit of the Constitution, the relevant law under the CBN Act 2007 and in line with global best practices.
Fellow citizens, while I seek your understanding and patience during this transient phase of implementation, I feel obliged to avail you a few critical points underpinning the policy decision. These include:
a. The need to restore the statutory ability of the CBN to keep a firm control over money in circulation. In 2015 when this administration commenced its first term, Currency-in-Circulation was only N1.4trillion.
b. The proportion of currency outside banks grew from 78%in 2015 to 85% in 2022. As of October 2022, therefore, currency in circulation had risen to N3.23 trillion; out of which only N500 billion was within the Banking System while N2.7 trillion remained permanently outside the system; thereby distorting the financial policy and efficient management of inflation;
c. The huge volume of Bank Notes outside the banking system has proven to be practically unavailable for economic activities and by implication, retard the attainment of potential economic growth;
d. Economic growth projections make it imperative for government to aim at expanding financial inclusion in the country by reducing the number of the unbanked population; and
e. Given the prevailing security situation across the country, which keeps improving, it also becomes compelling for government to deepen its continuing support for security agencies to successfully combat banditry and ransom-taking in Nigeria
Notwithstanding the initial setbacks experienced, the evaluation and feedback mechanism set up has revealed that gains have emerged from the policy initiative.
I have been reliably informed that since the commencement of this program, about N2.1 trillion out of the banknotes previously held outside the banking system, had been successfully retrieved.
1This represents about 80% of such funds. In the short to medium and long terms, therefore, it is expected that there would be:
a. A strengthening of our macro economic parameters;
b. Reduction of broad money supply leading to a deceleration of the velocity of money in the economy which should result in less pressures on domestic prices;
c. Lowering of Inflation as a result of the accompanying decline in money supply that will slow the pace of inflation;
d. Collapse of Illegal Economic Activities which would help to stem corruption and acquisition of money through illegal ways;
e. Exchange Rate stability;
f. Availability of Easy Loans and lowering of interest rates; and
g. Greater visibility and transparency of our financial actions translating to efficient enforcement of our anti- money laundering legislations.
I am not unaware of the obstacles placed on the path of innocent Nigerians by unscrupulous officials in the banking industry, entrusted with the process of implementation of the new monetary policy. I am deeply pained and sincerely sympathise with you all, over these unintended outcomes.
To stem this tide, I have directed the CBN to deploy all legitimate resources and legal means to ensure that our citizens are adequately educated on the policy; enjoy easy access to cash withdrawal through availability of appropriate amount of currency; and ability to make deposits.
I have similarly directed that the CBN should intensify collaboration with anti-corruption agencies, so as to ensure that any institution or person(s) found to have impeded or sabotaged the implementation should be made to bear the full weight of the law.
During the extended phase of the deadline for currency swap, I listened to invaluable pieces of advice from well meaning citizens and institutions across the nation.
I similarly consulted widely with representatives of the State Governors as well as the Council of State. Above all, as an administration that respects the rule of law, I have also noted that the subject matter is before the courts of our land and some pronouncements have been made.
To further ease the supply pressures particularly to our citizens, I have given approval to the CBN that the old N200 bank notes be released back into circulation and that it should also be allowed to circulate as legal tender with the new N200, N500, and N1000 banknotes for 60 days from February 10, 2023 to April 10 2023 when the old N200 notes ceases to be legal tender.
In line with Section 20(3) of the CBN Act 2007, all existing old N1000 and N500 notes remain redeemable at the CBN and designated points.
Considering the health of our economy and the legacy we must bequeath to the next administration and future generations of Nigerians, I admonish every citizen to strive harder to make their deposits by taking advantage of the platforms and windows being provided by the CBN.
Let me assure Nigerians that our administration will continue to assess the implementation with a view to ensuring that Nigerians are not unnecessarily burdened. In this regard, the CBN shall ensure that new notes become more available and accessible to our citizens through the banks.
I wish to once more appeal for your understanding till we overcome this difficult transient phase within the shortest possible time.
Fellow citizens, on the 25th of February, 2023 the nation would be electing a new President and National Assembly members. I am aware that this new monetary policy has also contributed immensely to the minimization of the influence of money in politics.
This is a positive departure from the past and represents a bold legacy step by this administration, towards laying a strong foundation for free and fair elections.
I urge every citizen therefore, to go out to vote for their candidates of choice without fear, because security shall be provided and your vote shall count.
I however admonish you to eschew violence and avoid actions capable of disrupting the electoral processes. I wish us all a successful General Elections.
Thank you for listening. God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.”
Nigerian TV producer and rapper, JJC Skillz, has commiserated with his estranged wife, Funke Akindele, over the loss of her mother.
The award winning actress turned politician lost her beloved mother, to the cold hands of death on Tuesday, February 7 2023 and took to her Instagram page a few days ago, to pay tribute to her.
Sharing some of their memories together, Funke detailed the impact of her late mother on her life and family.
She noted that she and her siblings are not mourning her but rather celebrating a life well lived.
Taking to the comment section of Funke’s post, JJC Skillz offered his condolences.
“May her soul rest in perfect eternal peace May her prayers for you manifest. I pray God console your heart. You will always be blessed.” He wrote.
JJC and Funke Akindele got married in London in May 2016 and welcomed their twin boys in December 2018, but the marriage hit the rocks in 2022.
JJC Skillz announced in June 2022 that his marriage to Funke Akindele had ended, revealing that they had been having problems in their home for the previous two years.
He noted that the two years before their split were difficult for them, even though he tried his best to fix things.
Funsho Adeoti, the first wife of Mercy Aigbe’s new husband, Kazim Adeoti, has continued to react as he vacations with the actress in the Maldives.
You will recall that Mercy Aigbe and her husband Kazim are currently in the Maldives, where they had gone for the Valentine’s Day celebration.
Mercy Aigbe has been posting moments from the vacation with her fans and followers, and one can tell that she and her husband are having a great time away from home.
However, breaking her silence on the couple’s show of love on social media, an unbothered Funsho stated that her children with Kazim remain her top priority.
In another post on her Instagram page, Funsho revealed that Wednesday, February 15th, was supposed to be her 20th wedding anniversary with her husband, who’s currently having the time of his life with his new wife.
Sharing a throwback video from their last photoshoot, she wrote, “Wow ironically today is our 20th wedding anniversary….but it is well and I thank GOD 4 LIFE”.
Watch the video below,
Taking to the comment section of a blog who claimed Funsho was celebrating their 20th anniversary with the post, she clarified that it was merely for emphasis.
She also added that she and Kazim are still legally married but separated.
“NOTE I was NOT celebrating my 20th wedding anniversary with kazim, I only reposted a vedio created by @owambe_vibes to emphasize that ironically today would have been our 20th wedding anniversary. Mind you we are still legally married but SEPERATED thanks.” She wrote.
Popular Nollywood actress, Anita Joseph, and her husband,MC Fish, celebrated their third wedding anniversary on Wednesday, February 15.
The celebrity couple took to their respective Instagram pages to mark the special occasion with lovely photos.
Gushing over their union, the 38-year-old actress recalled how naysayers said their marriage will not last, but said contrary to the negative verdict, God has kept them in perfect love and unity.
She also prayed for their love to keep waxing strong, and rebuked anything that would seperate them.
Anita Joseph wrote,
“Happy 3rd wedding Anniversary to us @realmcfish
Some even had a bet that This marriage will not Last hmmmmmm !!
….
But thank God man no bi God
in his infinite mercies he has kept us in Love in harmony Power and Strength “
I Love you my Twin my play mate my guy
May our union never go sour ,May Jehovah add more sweetness to Our union “
As our Love family Grows Stronger Amen
..
As we triumph and rise above Tribulations and Circumstances Amen
Shallom in the highest ”
In another post, she wrote,
“We did not forget that our foundation is God never
Our help our source the King of the Universe “
Thank you for upholding us and protecting Us from wolves forever is the Deal Shallom selah !!
…
To Love and To hold “
For Richer and Richer “
In health and in wealth “
Till Death do us part Amen
…
Amazing God we have been Blessed beyond measures how Great is thy Faithfulness shallom ”
Nigerian music icon, Tiwatope Savage, popularly known as Tiwa Savage, will be making her acting debut in an upcoming feature film.
The 43-year-old made this known in a post on her Instagram page on Wednesday, February 15.
According to her, the upcoming movie titled “Water and Garri” got its name from her 2021 extended playlist. she also revealed that she co-directed the movie with ace video director Meji Alabi.
Sharing photos of her on set with directors, Tiwa Savage wrote,“This is about to be an ICONIC moment. My first calling and co-directing debut with the GOAT @meji Alabi.”
In other news, veteran Nollywood actress, Maureen Okpoko, has appealed to well-meaning individuals for financial assistance over vision impairment issues.
In a video message to the public, the actress disclosed that she recently went blind and can’t see anymore.
She says it’s been difficult navigating life without her sight, and needs Nigerians to help her financially so she can seek medical treatment.
The actress also provided her personal phone number in case anyone wants to contact her directly.
Her words; “I suddenly lost my sight, which means I can no longer see or I can’t see for now. I’m seeking for your financial assistance, it would be greatly appreciated if y’all can come to my aid. I also need your prayers and words of encouragement, it has not been an easy journey for me, but I’m grateful for the gift of life. Thank y’all”
Politian and actress Nkechi Blessing’s ex-lover, Opeyemi Falegan, has found love again following his messy split from the actress.
Falegan showed off his new lover in an Instagram post showing how they celebrated Valentine’s Day on Wednesday, February 15.
Sharing the adorable video of him and his lover, Falegan appeared to throw subtle jabs at his estranged lover, Nkechi.
He noted that his new relationship is healthy, and he has closed all doors on expired blessings.
“We will keep it private until it’s permanent , no face no case. Nobody would count the number of my relationships for me on social media. Wont be a serial date on social media I can assure you that. I am a lover boy and also in healthy relationship/attachment. Have Closed all doors on expired blessings. #valentines”. He wrote.
Watch video below,
Meanwhile, popular Nollywood actress, Nkechi Blessing, has opened up about receiving several advances for a relationship from kings.
The curvaceous screen diva made this revelation in an Instagram post on Monday, December 19.
Taking to her Instagram stories, Nkechi Blessing, who was recently at the Ooni of Ife’s palace as one of the judges for the Queen Moremi pageant, queried the sudden influx of kings requesting to be in a relationship with her.
“It’s how kings are after me for me. Abeg wetin happen, make una leave me abeg”. She wrote.
A young lady has caused a stir after she turned down her boyfriend’s proposal in an embarrassing way in public.
In a trending video, the lover boy first presented his girlfriend with a bouquet of flowers, which she accepted with a smile on her face.
However, things took a different turn when he got down on one knee, brought a ring, and asked her to marry him.
As if the ring triggered her, she immediately got upset, threw the flowers away, and walked out on him.
Watch video below,
In related news, in a rather dramatic turn of events, a Nigerian lady reportedly rejected the expensive gifts she received from a man on Valentine’s day.
A video circulating online shows the moment the lady angrily turned down the gifts after being told who sent them.
The surprise company contracted by the sender had paid the lady a visit, and first gave her a gift box containing a luxury wristwatch.
She was then led outside the compound to see a brand new Range Rover sent by her admirer, which was decorated with red ribbons. She also received a bouquet of newly designed N500 naira notes as a gift.
However, things took a different turn when the identity of the anonymous sender was revealed. When she heard the name, the lady became enraged and stomped away, leaving everyone confused.
Nigerian rapper, Dan Dizzy, has lambasted popular skit maker Caramel Plug and her female colleagues for their stance on submission.
During a recent episode of her new podcast show “Rants, Bants, Confessions”, Caramel had stated that a man must be ready to financially, emotionally, and physically provide for his woman before she can submit to him.
She said women have different men who meet their various needs including money and sex, so for a woman to fully submit to one man, he must have checked all the boxes and met all the needs being met by other men.
Watch a short clip from the podcast below,
Her statement triggered a lot of people, and she was dragged to filth on Twitter, with many criticizing her thought process.
Dan Dizzy was also offended by her opinion and slammed her and other women who hold similar views on submission.
He told them to boldly admit that they want transactional relationships, insinuating that they are into prostitution.
In a series of tweets, he wrote,
“After listening to all these podcasts I just feel some of these women need to come out with their full chest and sell towtow, so that we can identify the non sex workers easily, life is too short to be falling in love with an ash*wo.
One said “you want me to open my leg” as if the towtow has not been manhandled by 6 broke niggas and 2 semi rich niggas who still left or cheated after all the heavenly towtow.”
Popular Barbadian singer and businesswoman, Rihanna recently exchanged words with social media trolls over her son.
It all started when the mother of one, whose nine-month-old son with partner A$AP Rocky just made his magazine debut, took to her Instagram page to share new photos of herself and her baby.
Sharing the beautiful mother-son photos, she described her son as “perfect” and “fine” and reiterated that she does not care what people’s opinions are about his look.
“My perfect baby!!! My son so fine! Idc idc idc! How crazy both of my babies were in these photos and mommy had no clue thank you so much @edward_enninful and @inezandvinoodh for celebrating us as a family!”. She wrote.
The Lagos state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has cautioned citizens to not reject old Naira notes.
Governor Sanwo-Olu issued a post on his social media page this evening warning that anyone who refuses to accept the old Naira notes will be prosecuted.
He wrote;
“Dear Lagosians,
I hereby commend and applaud your patience and calmness, following the sad controversy generated by the Naira shortage crisis.
I would like to inform you that the Lagos State Government has joined the dispute at the Supreme Court, which today adjourned the hearing of the matter till February 22.
When the matter first came up on February 8, the apex court said the old notes remained legal tender.
That position has not changed. Therefore we hereby warns those rejecting the old notes to desist from doing so or face prosecution. It is against the law to reject the old notes, as doing so is contrary to the position of the Supreme Court.
I therefore plead with everyone to remain law-abiding, and shun mischief makers who may want to exploit this temporary situation to promote their anti-people agenda. I am confident that the Judiciary will resolve all the issues around the currency shortage crisis.
To cushion the effect of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) directive on the old notes, especially on the vulnerable among us, Lagos State has started the distribution of the food packs as I earlier promised, while the 50% fares slash on all State transportation services facilities continues.
Thank you all and God bless.”
Nigerian skit maker, Nons Miraj has reacted to a damning allegation that she engaged in threesome sex with politician Dino Melaye and her friend Ashmusy.
Recall that few weeks ago, an anonymous blogger seemingly accused Nons Miraj, also known as Ada Jesus, of having an affair with the politician.
This came shortly after media personality, Nedu Wazobia, claimed that he walked in on two popular influencers having threesome with his friend at Transcorp Hilton hotel in Abuja.
Sequel to the claim, the faceless blogger posted a photo collage of Ashmusy, Nons Miraj and Dino Melaye, implying that the trio were the culprit.
At the time, an aggrieved Ashmusy came out to debunk the rumor, claiming that she had never met Dino Melaye in her life. Nons Miraj, on the other hand, did not confirm or deny the allegation.
Well, in a recent interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, Nons Miraj opened up on how she reacted to the rumour.
She said she was visibly shaken by the allegation and didn’t know how to explain to her mother that the gist was false.
She also revealed that after the scandal, Nedu called and advised her to ignore the allegation and instead, capitalize on the controversy with her content.
Her words,
“I was literally looking for how to edit my skit and bring the grand palava out. I was hustling, (saying) ‘editor correct this thing now wetin dey happen’. Someone just called me, ‘this blog don carry you oh!’ I said ‘Jesus!’ I went to check it, then, I saw myself, with Dino in the middle, and I saw ‘threesome’. Next thing, my friends call came in, ‘Nonso, wetin dey happen?’
“I was shaking because I didn’t know how to explain to my mother that this thing is not true. How do you explain to people that you did not do it because they were not there with you.
“If you Google our name now, you see will a poster of I, Ashmusy and the man in the middle. You understand I want to travel out of the country; do not be thinking this one is ashawo. It was annoying.
“People were advising me not to comment on that blog. But because I know I am so innocent, I went to their DM and told them ‘God will punish you for this thing, you will die’. Later on, I summoned courage, “Nonso, you didn’t do this thing”. I don’t know the blogger, but whoever is behind it, ‘bring proof!’
Popular Nigerian singer, Temilade Openiyi, better known as Tems, has got people talking over her outfit for a recent stage performance.
A video that is currently going viral on the internet shows the Grammy Award winner performing in a revealing black outfit with matching blue boots.
However, while some fans commended her simple look, others were of the opinion that she was badly dressed. Some went as far as advising her to sack her stylist.
Despite the criticism, some fans couldn’t help but fawn about the singer’s stunning curves as she whined her waist while performing.
See some comments as you scroll.
Watch the video below,
In other news, Uyi Godson, an associate of popular singer, Wizkid, has called out singer D’Prince for allegedly hating on Wizkid and Tiwa Savage.
Godson accused D’Prince, the brother of popular music executive Don Jazzy, of beefing the two singers and told him to end the feud in 2023.
He also warned D’Prince, who manages sensational singer, Ruger, to stop badmouthing Wizkid and Tiwa Savage to his artistes, and feeding them with “hate”.
Speaking further, Godson threatened to expose D’Prince when the dust has settled, and advised him to stop taking hard drugs before it ruins his life completely.
He wrote on his Instastory on Wednesday, February 15,
“@dprincemavin hating on wiz and Tiwa has to stop in 2023 when you are sober I will expose YOU and stop feeding ur artist with hating mentality. This crack you guys are taking will ruin your life before you even know it @dprincemavin you are cancelled”.
Uyi Godson, an associate of popular singer, Wizkid, has called out singer D’Prince for allegedly hating on Wizkid and Tiwa Savage.
Godson accused D’Prince, the brother of popular music executive Don Jazzy, of beefing the two singers and told him to end the feud in 2023.
He also warned D’Prince, who manages sensational singer, Ruger, to stop badmouthing Wizkid and Tiwa Savage to his artistes, and feeding them with “hate”.
Speaking further, Godson threatened to expose D’Prince when the dust has settled, and advised him to stop taking hard drugs before it ruins his life completely.
He wrote on his Instastory on Wednesday, February 15,
“@dprincemavin hating on wiz and Tiwa has to stop in 2023 when you are sober I will expose YOU and stop feeding ur artist with hating mentality.
This crack you guys are taking will ruin your life before you even know it @dprincemavin you are cancelled”.
Angelique emerged winner for the Best Global Music Album, a category Wizkid was also nominated for but lost to her in the recently-concluded Grammy 2022.
Following her win, Yemi Alade took to her verified IG page to congratulate the Beninese singer on her win. She shared a photo of the singer and wrote, “Epitome of Womanhood, leadership and Consistency. Congratulations Maami.”
Well, Wizkid recently sold out a venue in Paris for his forthcoming “Made in Lagos” tour in the French country.
Reacting, Godson took to his Instastories to lambaste Yemi and stated that despite the fact that she is trying to fit into the French market, she will never be able to sell out a venue in one minute like Wizkid did.
He wrote, “Yemi Alade with ur french n francophone sing alike meaningful and soulful music will never be able to sell any venue out in 1min till u die yes till u die”.
Nigerian actress, Debbie Shokoya, has set tongues wagging on the internet with her countenance at her surprise marriage proposal.
Debbie’s boyfriend had asked for her hand in marriage on Valentine’s Day, February 14, and she accepted, but her reaction has raised eyebrows.
Apparently, the young man planned the surprise proposal with some of her friends and also lured her to the location.
When she walked into the hotel room, which was decorated with roses and petals, she found her beau on his knees, holding out the engagement ring.
However, Debbie didn’t pay much attention to her kneeling boyfriend and was more concerned about the people in the room.
Usually, when a lady is proposed to, she will jump in excitement and perform some theatrics, especially if it is a surprise proposal, but it was quite the opposite for Debbie.
Due to her reluctance to acknowledge him, her man forcefully held her hands and slid the engagement ring on her finger, without waiting for her to say YES first.
Her reaction has sparked mixed reactions online as netizens wondered why she was not excited by the proposal.
An IG user, Teeboy wrote,“She was more concerned with who was there than person way say e wan marry u. Mad o. Not sure she wanted this at this point”
Another IG user, Bibi wrote, “it’s obviously showing on her face. She no plan talk yes, she just collect the ring not to disgrace him. Man wan wear you ring u dey drag ur hand. Before man kneel down propose, u know watin em done think?”
One Abeke also wrote, “Is she ready to be married?? Cause he didn’t let her say yes neither did she give him the hands willingly to put the ring. But what do I know, I’m single “
Meanwhile, Debbie has not officially announced news of her engagement on social media.
A Nigerian lady has taken to social media to excitedly announce news of her engagement to her beau, Okey.
Ezinne, an Abuja-based Biochemist, had in May 2022, gone online to reveal that her man freely told her his passwords, and does not have a problem with her checking his phone.
She said his willingness to be completely open with her made her place him in the number one spot in her life.
“Finally met a man who does not panic or get uncomfortable while I’m on his phone. I met a man who freely told me his passwords. These simple factors amongst other things boosted him to be numero uno in my life. Nigerian men are progressing,” she wrote on May 14, 2022.
See below,
In an update she shared on Valentine’s Day, February 14, she announced that they are now engaged.
She shared beautiful photos from the surprise proposal and wrote,
“UPDATE for the Mgbu. ?Oh boy!!! I ‘ve been trying to soak it all in.”
See below,
Her excited fiancé also took to Twitter to share their engagement photos, and expressed how lucky he is to be getting married to Ezinne.
“Recently, my fiance @Ola_mara_mma agreed to marry me. Me? Ordinary me! As Okey as I am?!?! I am honoured & humbled to be chosen by such a phenomenal lady. By God?s Grace, we have forever to go. Please keep Ezinne and I in your prayers as we journey through life together,” he tweeted.
Popular Nollywood actress and singer, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, has gushed over herself in new adorable photos.
The screen diva shared the new photos on her official Instagram day on Tuesday, February 14.
Sharing photos of herself in a red ensemble, she gushed over herself and encouraged other women to celebrate and love themselves all the time.
“Roses are Red … Bold Queens too Are Red! Don’t be Carried Away … Love is Beautiful thing … when it dosent and won’t hurt ! Be Alert and Guided. Queens don’t Need Valentine to feel Loved. You’re Loved Always! Tap for deets … #valentine #happyvalentinesday”, she wrote.
“I am Fire as I am ice … I am Woman … I Respect Myself , I love myself. I am Woman …My Body is Mine, Not tool , a vessel
I am Woman … A giver of life , a gift to life …What a Woman … ”, she added.
In other news, Popular Nigerian dancer, Jane Mena, recently made a strange assertion about valentines day celebration.
She shared a post on her Instagram page to address couples considering their plans for the event.
According to the celebrity dancer, any man who loved his partner would not buy a Valentine’s gift for them.
She wrote; “A man who really loves you will never get you a Valentines gift. Know this and know peace.”
After Jane Mena expressed her sentiments, musician SlimCase concurred, explaining that a guy is all the present his wife needs as long as he is totally devoted to the relationship, which is what Valentine’s Day is all about.
Slimcase wrote; “He has become the gift if he is with u whole heartedly that’s all about Val”
A woman has been left devastated after learning that her husband of many years has gotten another woman pregnant.
In a heartbreaking video that’s gone viral, she can be seen crying as she moves out of her matrimonial home.
She made the decision to call it quits with her husband of five years after discovering he’s expecting a child with another woman.
The distraught woman tearfully lamented in the video that her husband cheated on her several times and got another woman pregnant, despite her efforts to make the marriage work.
The husband was, however, on his knees the entire time, pleading with his wife for forgiveness.
“Just found out my husband got another woman pregnant. My 5 years married just ended .” She captioned the video.
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In other news, a Nigerian pastor, Nduka Anyanwu, was on Tuesday, February 14, sentenced to double life imprisonment by a sexual offence and domestic violence court in Lagos for raping and impregnating two biological sisters in a church complex.
The convict, who is said to be a pastor at a Lord’s Chosen Church branch in Oshodi, defiled the underage girls over a long period of time under the guise of casting out evil spirits from them.
According to the prosecution, Anyanwu defiled and impregnated the sisters on the pretext of holding prayer sessions with them.
Justice Abiola Soladoye, the presiding judge, found the pastor guilty of impregnating the 13-year-old and 17-year-old sisters, both of whom have welcomed their babies.
The judge, who found the prosecution witnesses’ evidence credible and consistent, described the convict as morally bankrupt.
She said the police should have charged the victims’ parents alongside the convict because they are equally guilty of encouraging the wicked crime.
On several occasions, one of the victims went home to report the pastor’s misconduct to their parents, but she was always beaten and sent back to his home.
A Nigerian lady has taken to social media to heap praise on her spouse for sponsoring her university education.
In a video she shared online, the lady who’s set to graduate revealed that her husband sponsored her education from 100 level to 400 level.
The quite appreciative wife is seen in the video dancing for her husband while showing her appreciation. She described him as the “real Odogwu” and thanked him for his support.
“My hubby na the real odogwu biko. Training me from 100level to 400level is no joke. Graduate in a bit”, she said.
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In other news, a happily married woman, identified as Dorothy Tamuno, has taken to the popular microblogging platform, Twitter, to share her love story.
According to her, she met her husband at a wedding and slid into his DM.
She said they started dating afterwards, but her friends always laughed at her because he didn’t have a job.
She said they mocked her for being with a man who had no job.
Apparently, things changed for the better after they got married, and her formerly jobless boyfriend, who is now her husband, gifted her a Rolex watch for Valentine’s
“We met at a wedding, I slid in his dm?s, gave him my number, started dating, but he didn?t have a job, so our dates consisted of Mcdonalds savers menu and long walks. My friends laughed at me. My now husband just gifted me a Rolex for valentines day.” She captioned a photo of them that she shared on Twitter.
Businesswoman, Sandra Iheuwa has seemingly called out her estranged husband, Steve Thompson, accusing him of being a deadbeat dad.
This comes after the entrepreneur took to his Instagram page to share a powerful message about love on Valentine’s Day.
He noted that the majority of Nigerians don’t have love in them, yet they celebrate Valentine’s Day. Concluding, he urged Nigerians to love themselves and treat people better.
“Most Nigerians, both gender don’t have love in them, yet they celebrate VAL. Some of us treat our staff anyhow , pay the lowest salary , mistreat our domestic staff, yet we celebrate Love, Some are ready for negative news about others, envious and wicked .
Love one another , treat people better, especially people who don’t have anything to repay you with. Live an honest life because at the end of the day , we will all die, so what’s the point ? Happy St Valentine’s day ”. He wrote.
In an apparent reaction to Steve’s post, Sandra, who was married to Steve for five months before their marriage ended last year and has a son with him, labelled him an hypocrite.
She stated that he cannot be preaching about love when he has yet to show love to their son.
She told him to stop the hypocrisy while noting that he has not provided for their son since he was born.
“The hypocrisy……. You are in no place to talk about love, come and love your son and provide for him….stop capping nonsense”, she wrote in part.
Big Brother Naija season 7 ‘Level Up’ winner, Ijeoma Josephina Otabor, popularly known as Phyna, has revealed that she once dated an internet fraudster a.k.a. Yahoo boy who never gave her money.
Speaking in an interview on ‘The Honest Bunch’ podcast anchored by On Air Personality with Wazobia FM, Nedu, the hype priestess revealed that most yahoo boys do not give their girlfriends money contrary to the lavish lifestyle people think they live.
When asked if she could date a guy who didn’t have money, Phyna said;
“Nedu I will be 26 this year. I don date, i don dey relationship. If you check my life well, there was never a time when life don good for me and i get boyfriend. In fact, once upon a time, my longest relationship, i dated a yahoo guy. Trust me, he never gave a me a dime. All he does is, youno yahoo boys, go club spray.
Make, I even shock you, majority of yahoo boys don’t give their girlfriends money and the girl will be there not because she is getting but because ‘he get money,’ they go go club; Oluwa dollar, Oluwa billion, that title. The car, front seat. See no be cap, if na 100 yahoo boys dey Nigeria, 90 no dey give their babe money.”
The Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, has granted bail to accused Nollywood actress Oluwadarasimi Omoseyin known as Simisola Gold, who was detained for reportedly spraying new naira notes during a party.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission arrested the 31-year-old thespian in court on Monday, February 13. (EFCC).
According to Channel Television, the sitting court, Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke, granted the actress bail in the sum of N5 million with one surety in the same quantity, On Wednesday, February 16.
The court further ordered that the Certified True Copy (CTC) of the original statutory certificate of occupancy of the landed property be submitted with the Registrar of the court, as well as an official letter from the surety’s head of department detailing the surety’s rank and income level.
The guarantor must also provide the court with two copies of his most current passport photos and proof of tax payment.
The court further ordered that the actress be held in the Kirikiri jail facility for the completion of the bail terms before adjourning the case until April 3, for trial.
Popular Nigerian flutist and in-law of the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress, Bola Tinubu, Tee Mac has revealed why he is supporting the flagbearer of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi.
Tee Mac recently recounted in an interview with Pat Utomi and Onyeka Onwenu how Obi was there for the family of a prominent singer, Christy Essien-Igbokwe when she died.
The flutist revealed that he received a call from Obi, who was the Governor of Anambra State at the time, asking him to be a part of her funeral arrangements.
Obi dispatched a private plane to pick up her body and other persons engaged in the funeral arrangements, and he also stayed with them for three days.
According to Tee Mac, the LP presidential candidate at the time provided ten plots of land and ten million dollars.
Tee Mac also emphasized Obi’s simplicity during the occasion, noting that while governor, he only wore two outfits (brown and black).
In a rather dramatic turn of events, a Nigerian lady reportedly rejected the expensive gifts she received from a man on Valentine’s day.
A video circulating online shows the moment the lady angrily turned down the gifts after being told who sent them.
The surprise company contracted by the sender had paid the lady a visit, and first gave her a gift box containing a luxury wristwatch.
She was then led outside the compound to see a brand new Range Rover sent by her admirer, which was decorated with red ribbons. She also received a bouquet of newly designed N500 naira notes as a gift.
However, things took a different turn when the identity of the anonymous sender was revealed. When she heard the name, the lady became enraged and stomped away, leaving everyone confused.
In 2022, the married couple went viral after posting a hilarious photo of themselves shaking hands with serious expressions on Valentine’s Day.
Well, the couple has gone online to give an update on their lives, with their 2023 valentine’s day photo taken in the same location as last year’s photo.
This time, they have a new addition to their family, as they welcomed a baby boy between Valentine’s Day last year and this year.
Popular Nollywood actress, Rosy Meurer, has rolled out new, adorable photos of herself as she turns a new age today, February 13.
To mark her new age, the screen diva and beautiful mother of one took to her Instagram page to share racy photos of herself.
Sharing the photos she expressed gratitude to God for the gift of life and cheered to a wonderful year ahead.
“Heavenly Father, I thank you for the gift of life and the privilege of being able to celebrate another birthday. You have given me all I need: health, a sharp mind, and a happy family. I pray that I never stop experiencing the wonders of God in my life”, she wrote.
In the photos, Rosy donned black lingerie, which put her banging body and glowing skin on display, however, a number of social media users berated the outfit.
The outfit, in the opinion of critics, left very little to the imagination and was inappropriate for a married woman.
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In other news, popular Nollywood actress, Adesua Etomi-Wellington, seemed to have triggered some social media users with her Valentine’s Day message to her husband, Banky W.
The mother of one had taken to her Twitter page on Valentine’s Day, Tuesday, February 14, to gush over her husband and profess her undying love to him.
She described her partner as the best human being and the best in romance, while declaring that he’s unmatched.
“BANKY W. @BankyW !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YOU ARE UNMATCHED. ”, she tweeted.
In a subsequent post, she added, “@BankyW. Best in human being. Best in husband. Best in romance. Best in Bestfriend. Best in purpose partner.”
However, some netizens who appeared to be offended by the display of love and affection took to the comment section to tackle the actress.
They asked if Banky W wasn’t on WhatsApp, where she could have easily sent him a private message rather than sharing it with the “world.”