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Chioma, Davido’s fairytale wedding that ‘scattered’ social media

29Jun

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Chioma, Davido’s fairytale wedding that ‘scattered’ social media

The wedding between pop star, David Adeleke, aka Davido; and his longtime partner, Chioma Rowland, was an event that practically shook the city of Lagos. KEHINDE AJOSE, who was at the venue, writes on the highlights of the wedding The rain poured relentlessly on Victoria Island, Lagos, on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, but it did not dampen the spirits of fans and guests who turned out in their numbers to witness the much-anticipated wedding. The venue, Harbour Point Event Centre, buzzed with anticipation. However, the journey to get there wasn’t quite the fairytale. Gridlock choked the streets of Victoria Island, with frustrated commuters and drivers stuck in traffic. Many blamed the venue choice, arguing that a larger space would have eased con...

26Jun

By Isaac EghosaNo Comments

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My dad said he had vision I’d end up as gospel singer’ – Davido

Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, AKA Davido, has revealed a vision his dad, Deji Adeleke, told him he had about him. The ‘OBO’ crooner stated that his dad told him that he had a vision that he would end his music career up as a gospel singer. Davido disclosed this during a chat with some guests at his wedding on Tuesday. “In the morning, daddy would say, ‘Davido, I had a vision about you.’ I said, ‘What vision?’ He said, ‘I had a vision that you ended your music as a gospel singer’,” he said. NewsNow reports that Davido’s wedding at the Eko Hotel and Suites attracted dignitaries from all walks of life, including his uncle, the Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, and his Lagos and Abia State counterparts, Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Alex Otti. Others are former President Olusegun Obasanjo, f...

25Jun

By Isaac EghosaNo Comments

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CHIVIDO 2024: Wizkid’s manager Sunday Are congratulates Davido, Chioma

Wizkid’s manager, Sunday Are, has extended his congratulations to Davido and his wife, Chioma Rowland, on their wedding. The veteran talent manager prayed for God’s blessings upon the couple’s union. On his Instagram story, Are wrote: “Congratulations to the latest couple in town, Mr & Mrs Adeleke @davido @thechefchi. God bless your home. #Chivido2024.” NewsNow reports that a cross-section of Nigerian celebrities attended Davido’s wedding in Lagos on Tuesday. Among the celebrities were Don Jazzy, PSquare, Patoranking, Zlatan Ibile, B-Red, Ini Edo, Victor Osimhen, Jay Jay Okocha, and many others. However, Wizkid was conspicuously missing from the event.

25Jun

By Isaac EghosaNo Comments

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CHIVIDO 2024: ‘I’d have been among groomsmen if not for Zlatan’ – Portable

Controversial singer Habeeb Okikiola, AKA Portable, has revealed that he got invited to his colleague, Davido’s wedding. He claimed that he would have been among the groomsmen if rapper Zlatan Ibile hadn’t ruined his relationship with the DMW boss. Speaking during an Instagram live session with fans, Portable said, “I was invited for Davido’s wedding. If Zlatan Ibile hadn’t ruined my friendship with Davido, I’d have been among the groomsmen.” NewsNow reports that Davido and Chioma’s wedding attracted dignitaries from all walks of life including Governors Ademola Adeleke (Osun), Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos), Alex Otti (Abia), Godwin Obaseki (Edo), former President Olusegun Obasanjo, and the Ooni of Ife, HRH Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi. Celebrities at the event include Zlatan Ibile, Ini Edo, P...

25Jun

By Isaac EghosaNo Comments

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CHIVIDO 2024: Iyabo Ojo explains why she couldn’t attend wedding

Nollywood actress, Iyabo Ojo, has revealed that she is watching singer, Davido and Chioma’s wedding online despite being invited. She explained that she wasn’t different from those who weren’t invited as she had been stuck in traffic on her way to the wedding. Speaking in an Instagram Live session with fans, Ojo said, “Whether you got an invite or not, we’re all the same, watching Davido’s wedding on our phones. Those of us with invites are still stuck in traffic and can’t make it to the wedding.” NewsNow reports that Davido’s wedding at the Eko Hotel and Suites attracted dignitaries from all walks of life including his uncle, the Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, and his Lagos and Abia State counterparts, Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Alex Otti. Others are former President Olusegun Obasa...

25Jun

By Isaac EghosaNo Comments

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CHIVIDO 2024: Iyabo Ojo explains why she couldn’t attend wedding

Nollywood actress, Iyabo Ojo, has revealed that she is watching singer, Davido and Chioma’s wedding online despite being invited. She explained that she wasn’t different from those who weren’t invited as she had been stuck in traffic on her way to the wedding. Speaking in an Instagram Live session with fans, Ojo said, “Whether you got an invite or not, we’re all the same, watching Davido’s wedding on our phones. Those of us with invites are still stuck in traffic and can’t make it to the wedding.” NewsNow reports that Davido’s wedding at the Eko Hotel and Suites attracted dignitaries from all walks of life including his uncle, the Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, and his Lagos and Abia State counterparts, Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Alex Otti. Others are former President Olusegun Obasa...

‘Critics’ Opinions Hold No Weight’ – Neo Energy Claps Back

6Jun

By Isaac EghosaNo Comments

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‘Critics’ Opinions Hold No Weight’ – Neo Energy Claps Back

A recent target of critics, Neo Akpofure, popularly known as Neo Energy, and a former participant on reality show Big Brother Naija, has fired back at those questioning his acting abilities. After facing harsh feedback for his role in the latest film 'My Daughter's Crush' by Ini Edo, Neo remains unfazed by the negative comments. Critics have claimed his performance was lacking in quality. In response to the criticism, Neo confidently expressed that he is unconcerned with others' opinions, emphasizing his dedication to improving his acting skills. Neo firmly stated, "Feel free to disparage my work, yet each day I am honing my craft, rendering your validations inconsequential."

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Tragic loss of Junior Pope sends shockwaves through Nollywood community

13Apr

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Tragic loss of Junior Pope sends shockwaves through Nollywood community

The Nigerian film industry, particularly Nollywood, was plunged into mourning following the untimely demise of the acclaimed actor, Pope Odonwodo, known affectionately as Junior Pope. The tragic incident occurred on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, when Junior Pope, along with three other individuals, lost their lives in a fatal boat accident in Asaba, Delta State. The fateful journey Junior Pope was engrossed in filming 'The Other Side of Life,' a project produced by Adanma Luke. The cast and crew had to cross the River Niger to reach the filming location, setting the stage for the ill-fated voyage. Despite Junior Pope's cautionary video aboard the boat, expressing his concerns as a sole breadwinner for his three young children, destiny had a different script as the boat ca...

Ini Edo reacts to actor Junior Pope’s tragic death: No need for sacrifices

11Apr

By Isaac EghosaNo Comments

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Ini Edo reacts to actor Junior Pope’s tragic death: No need for sacrifices

Responding to the untimely passing of Junior Pope, Nollywood actor and producer Ini Edo shared her thoughts on the tragic event. Junior Pope, whose real name was Pope Obumneme Odonwodo, lost his life in a boating accident along with three other actors while crossing the River Niger for a film shoot. After this incident, the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) has prohibited actors from collaborating with Adanma Luke, the producer responsible for the ill-fated movie shoot. In an emotional Instagram post, Ini Edo expressed, “There was no necessity for Junior Pope to sacrifice his life for Nollywood to realize the urgent requirement of a comprehensive regulatory framework that could ensure the safety of all involved in a production." She continued, “Yes, everyone seems to be a producer n...

28Mar

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Governance Fragmentation in Akwa Ibom

Last week, the Abuja Municipal Area Council named a crescent after Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno. The Chairman of AMAC, Christopher Maikalangu, praised the governor's contributions to the area's development, especially in construction, agriculture, and education sectors. The AMAC government is inspired to replicate Akwa Ibom's achievements in Abuja, as mentioned by the Supervisory Councillor for Special Duties, Emmanuel Inyang. The recent launch of 5000 cadets by the Akwa Ibom State governor to enhance local police efforts in combating crime sparked the creation of AMAC Marshals in Abuja. This initiative aims to gather intelligence from civilians to aid security agents in curbing insecurity. During a press event, the Akwa Ibom delegation faced questions about the state...