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The Burial Plans of Mr Ibu Unveiled by Committee, Discrediting the News of Family Seeking Fund

10Jun

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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The Burial Plans of Mr Ibu Unveiled by Committee, Discrediting the News of Family Seeking Fund

Preparations have been finalized for the series of events scheduled for the burial of the late Nollywood legend, John Okafor, famously known as Mr. Ibu. The burial is slated to take place on June 28, 2024, in his hometown of Amuri, Nkanu West Local Government Area of Enugu State, as reported by NewsNow. The Central Planning Committee, along with some notable friends and family members of the deceased actor, have refuted claims that the family was seeking financial assistance for Mr. Ibu's burial. In a statement released to journalists in Enugu on Monday, the Committee dismissed the allegations as an attempt to portray Okafor’s family in a derogatory light as beggars. Signed by the Committee's Chairman, Monday Diamond Ani, the statement condemned the allegations as "manipulative, malici...

The Wisdom of Pete Edochie: Handling Women and Leading Nations

11Mar

By Isaac EghosaNo Comments

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The Wisdom of Pete Edochie: Handling Women and Leading Nations

In a profound statement, veteran Nollywood actor Pete Edochie reflects on the correlation between managing women and governing a nation. Addressing the roles of women within households and society, Edochie emphasized the importance of understanding and respecting women. Through a video shared on his official social media platform, the actor highlighted that resorting to violence against women under provocation strips away one's claim to manhood. While acknowledging the complexities of relating to women, Edochie emphasized the transformative power they possess in turning a mere house into a warm and nurturing home. He further expounded, stating that the true measure of a man lies in his ability to navigate and coexist with women harmoniously. Hence, Edochie's sentiment, "If you can cope...

Actor Stephen Alajemba Considers Pete Edochie His Only Senior in the Movie Industry

23Feb

By Isaac EghosaNo Comments

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Actor Stephen Alajemba Considers Pete Edochie His Only Senior in the Movie Industry

Stephen Alajemba, also known as Uwaezuoke, a veteran Nollywood actor, has asserted that Pete Edochie is the only actor who is senior to him in terms of years spent in the Nigerian movie industry. While expressing his respect for the iconic actor from 'Things Fall Apart', Alajemba credited the title of the father of Nollywood to the late Solomon Eze, also known as Mike Orihedịmma. According to the thespian, Orihedịmma played a pioneering role in Igbo movies and, by extension, the establishment of Nollywood. During a recent interview with the popular YouTuber Yan Kontent Factory, Alajemba stated, "When you talk about Igbo movie industry, Mike Orihedịmma is the first person to be mentioned. He is the one that trained most of the people you see acting today. He was emulated by Kenneth Nnebu...

8Jan

By Jide SalamiNo Comments

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Actor Yul Edochie shares video of his dad, Pete Edochie, celebrating his birthday in his absence

Celebrating his birthday in Yul Edochie's absence, Pete Edochie was captured in a video shared by his son, Yul. Yul turned a year older on Sunday January 7. A group of praise singers visited his father where they thrilled him to some indigenous gospel songs and also sang Happy Birthday to Yul. The veteran actor smiled, nodded his head and gesticulated as the praise singers sang. Yul expressed his gratitude to his father and the person who organized the celebration in an Instagram post. He wrote, "When your father celebrates you this way, what more can you ask for? The Lion of Africa. @peteedochie Thank you, Dad. To my Gee who made it happen, @johnpaulnwanganga1 thank you bro. May ...

Rita Edochie: Yul’s estranged wife asked him to retrieve the bride price, says court has the final say

3Jan

By Jide SalamiNo Comments

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Rita Edochie: Yul’s estranged wife asked him to retrieve the bride price, says court has the final say

Contrary to Yul Edochie's claim, actress Rita Edochie has stated that his estranged wife, May, has requested the return of the bride price he paid when they got married. Rita, who is married to Pete Edochie's brother, disclosed on her Instagram page that May had urged Yul to retrieve the bride price. However, Yul hesitated, suspecting she might eventually yield to his polygamous intentions. She mentioned that when Yul eventually sought the return of the bride price last year, the case was already being handled by the court, thus preventing any out-of-court resolution. Rita alleged that Yul's second wife, Judy, is the one behind his social media posts. She expressed her views in a post:''BIA DRAMA DEV!L SH#T THE HECK UP !I SAID SH#T UP, ZIP UP YOUR LYING MOUTH ... DRAMA DEV!L YOU DON'...

3Jan

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"Rita Edochie Throws Shade at Yul and Judy During Visit to Pete Edochie"

Discussing proper entry into the Edochie family, Rita Edochie visited her brother-in-law Pete Edochie. She posted a video of her visit, sitting beside Pete as he holds her hand. In the video, Rita talks about the proper way she married into the family and expresses gratitude for the treatment she receives from the Edochie family. She emphasized, "I came through the door, I didn't come through the window," with Pete Edochie nodding in agreement. Rita also proclaimed her pride in being part of the family, which Pete affirmed. Expressing her desire to be part of the Edochie family, she referenced her husband's father's disapproval of a polygamous home and her commitment to maintaining it. Rita has been vocal about her disdain for her nephew Yul Edochie's second wife, Judy Aust...

Controversy As Ooni of Ife shakes hands with Adeleke at event

15Nov

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Controversy As Ooni of Ife shakes hands with Adeleke at event

The event where the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, was seen shaking hands with the governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, has sparked controversy. Netizens on social media platforms have expressed their opinions about the gesture, with some criticizing the monarch for rising to greet the governor and others faulting the governor for shaking a king. Dimeji7676 tweeted that an Oba in Yoruba land shouldn't be standing to greet his subjects, while IsabellaAmara1 questioned why a king would stand up to greet anyone. AjoEmmanuel1 highlighted that in Yoruba culture, one should prostrate before a king, and Sweet Topensy supported this view, emphasizing the importance of adhering to cultural traditions. Several others also shared similar sentiments, with AJOrhewere stating that it would ha...

Uche Edochie’s Redemption Journey: From Selling His Car to Rebuild After Losing His Houses

26Oct

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Uche Edochie’s Redemption Journey: From Selling His Car to Rebuild After Losing His Houses

Uche Edochie, the son of actor Pete Edochie, recently shared his experience of overcoming adversity after losing everything he had worked for. He revealed that he had a clear plan for his life and was making progress towards his goals. In 2012, he invested in a BMW 5 Series Gran Tourismo worth $100,000. The following year, he embarked on building two luxurious homes, not knowing that the land was unstable, causing other properties in the area to suffer the same fate. Due to the sinking of his newly constructed houses, he was compelled to demolish them, leading to the difficult decision of selling his car in order to start afresh. Rebuilding proved to be a lengthy process as he faced economic challenges and encountered obstacles from government authorities. Despite the arduous c...

Kanayo O Kanayo asserts his seniority to Pete Edochie in Nollywood

25Sep

By Ahmed AfolabiNo Comments

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Kanayo O Kanayo asserts his seniority to Pete Edochie in Nollywood

A veteran figure in the Nigerian movie industry, Kanayo O Kanayo, has caused a stir on social media with his bold claim of being senior to his esteemed colleague, Pete Edochie. In a recent interview with Afia TV, Kanayo O Kanayo emphasized the need to acknowledge individuals of his stature, including Pete Edochie, as integral parts of Nollywood history. Diving into the archives, the 61-year-old actor firmly asserted the significance of legendary filmmaker Kenneth Nnebue's breakthrough achievements in the 1990s. He highlighted Nnebue’s pivotal role as the first professional producer of home videos in 1992. Further elaborating his point, Kanayo stressed that he and other actors who featured in the 1992/93 Nigerian two-part drama thriller film, "Living ...

“Rita Edochie replies Yul Edochie with, “I don’t talk about you because you are not yourself”, tags Judy Austin a “Drama Dev!l”

20Sep

By Ahmed AfolabiNo Comments

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“Rita Edochie replies Yul Edochie with, “I don’t talk about you because you are not yourself”, tags Judy Austin a “Drama Dev!l”

Actress Rita Edochie has responded to her husband’s nephew, Yul Edochie, after he mentioned her in his reaction to Mohbad’s death. In an Instagram post during the weekend, Yul accused Nigerians of continuously harassing him for accepting Judy as a second wife, indicating that the abuse may have taken a toll on him. He also pointed out that the same individuals who had ridiculed him are now mourning for Mohbad, who passed away months after reporting being assaulted and harassed by a group associated with Marlian Record Label. “What they did to Mohbad is what they’ve been doing to me on the internet for over a year,” Yul wrote. Yul brought up his Uncle’s wife, Rita, in his post, stating that she hadn't contacted him since he lost his son with his fir...