Nigerian musician, Simisola Kosoko who is simply known as Simi has penned down an adorable birthday post to celebrate her darling husband, Adekunle Gold, Igbere TV reports.
Adekunle is celebrating his 35th birthday today and his wife could not ignore him as she took to social media to celebrate him.
Taking to her verified social media handle on the popular micro-blogging platform, Twitter.
She wrote; “Happy birthday to my beautiful in body, spirit and soul husband. I love you. God keep you, hold you, enlarge your territory forever. @adekunleGOLD”
Actress Funke Akindele on Wednesday shared a cryptic message hours after former Jenifa’s Diary star Juliana Olayode made claims that her former manager Pastor Timi Adigun was responsible for her exit from the hit series, Igbere TV reports.
Juliana and her ex-manager had been trading words on Instagram over social media passwords and sexual abuse allegations. While accusing the pastor of sexually abusing her sister, the actress added that he got her fired from Jenifa’s Diary.
Juliana made the accusation in an Instagram post. According to her, Mr. Adigun sent an email to Funke which led to her exit. She, however, did not reveal the content of the mail.
She said: “Talk about Jenifa’s Dairy because to just came and said what you said. Who sent the email? You sent the email. Because I was begging you that day and I said ‘Please don’t send this email’. You were saying that you wanted to send the email, you wanted to stand up for me as a father.
“And I begged you and I said ‘don’t send this email’. Okay, edit the email. What did you say? ‘You don’t trust my decision that is the only problem I have against you. I am trying to stand up for you. All the things you said. I was there crying that day. Your wife Titilope was there. I never said anything because I trusted you.”
In a cryptic message shared in an Instagram story, Funke pointed out that Juliana’s revelation has vindicated her as she was blamed and called ‘wicked’ after Juliana left the show.
“I thought I was the wicked one. I laugh in Ijebu.” she wrote.
Juliana gained popularity after featuring as Toyosi aka Toyo Baby in Funke Akindele’s comedy series.
The actress fell out with Funke in 2017 which caused a strain in their relationship.
Actress Hilda Dokubo on Thursday shared a childhood photo of her son Tuvi to celebrate his birthday, Igbere TV reports.
The proud mother shared the throwback photo along with a current picture of Tuvi on Instagram
“Please join me in celebrating my son @tuvi.jpg he has become an amazing young man. God bless you exceedingly abundantly above your expectations son. Love you … He is so cute,” she wrote.
Fellow celebrities like Shan George, Kate Henshaw, Andre Chikachukwu and the Aneke twins wished the celebrant a happy birthday in the comment section of the post.
A graduate of the University of Port Harcourt, Hilda is married to Karo Mrakpor.
The couple got married in 1986 and separated in 2008.
Nigerian Afrobeat singer, Adedamola Adefolahan, known professionally as Fireboy DML has set records straight that social media scuffles and controversies are meant for the rich and wealthy personalities and not the poor, Igbere TV reports.
Beefs within the entertainment industry have been a norm from every aspect of the industry. Musicians, actors, and other entertainers engage petty brawls on social media to prove a point to their critics.
In most cases, beef over wealth, and status just to affirm their claims of being the richest and the best in the entertainment scene even though one’s claims might be disputed by his or her critics.
Well, Fireboy DML has also shared his thoughts on musicians engaging in petty scuffles on social media, saying beefs are for the rich and wealthy and not for people or celebs below that standard.
Taking to his Twitter page, he wrote; beef is for the rich and wealthy. family’s gotta feed, get your priorities straight.
Skit maker Cute Abiola on Thursday penned down a message to his wife Khurat to celebrate her birthday, Igbere TV reports.
The 25-year-old shared photos of Khurat, commending her for her transformation.
Abiola also bragged that Ilorin men take good care of their wives.
“I will pity you, I won’t share your throwback pictures, it’s the big transformation for me tho! Omo to all Ilorin men! We are the best, we sabi take care of women abeg, we lead, others follow. Happy birthday to you my queen,” he wrote.
Fellow celebrities and fans wished Khurat a happy birthday in the comment section of the post.
Abiola got married to Khurat in a private ceremony that took place in Ogbomosho, Oyo state on Friday, May 28.
Actress Rachael Okonkwo has shaved off her hair, saying that it does not define her because she will always be pretty, Igbere TV reports.
The movie star shared photos of her new look on Instagram on Sunday.
“Hair doesn’t define me, either way I’m pretty.” She wrote.
Fellow celebrities like Anita Joseph, Eve Esin, Mike Godson, Junior Pope Odonwodo, Cha Cha Eke and Benson Okonkwo took to the comment section of the post to appreciate their colleague’s new look.
Rachael started her career as a backup dancer for gospel singers like Gozie Okeke, Njideka Okeke and Paul Nwokocha before venturing into acting.
She is often referred to as Nkoli from a movie, Nkoli Nwa Nsukka, in which she played the lead character.
The Lagos State Government has handed the management of the Glover Memorial Hall to Lufodo, a theatre and film production company founded by veteran actor Olu Jacobs and his wife Joke Silva, Igbere TV reports.
A statement shared by the actress on in an Instagram post on Friday, said that the decision was made after a rigorious bidding process.
After reaching a concession, the commissioner of tourism, arts & culture, Mrs Uzamat Akinbile-Yusuf, along with the permanent secretary Princess Adenike Adedoyin-Ajayi and director of theatre Mr Ogunsote handed over the management of the hall to them.
Speaking at the event, Joke thanked the Lagos State government for their trust in Lufodo and assured them that their trust has not and will not be misplaced.
Part of the statement read: “The Lagos State Government handed over the management of the iconic @gloverhall to @lufodo , a theatre and film producing company founded by @_olujacobs and @ajokesilva on Thursday 6th January 2022. Built in 1887, the Glover Memorial Hall (GMH) is a heritage building for theatre and performing arts in Lagos.
“After a rigorous bidding process for the concession to manage GMH, Lufodo won and on Thursday, the Commissioner of Tourism, Arts & Culture Mrs Uzamat Akinbile-Yusuf along with the Permanent Secretary Princess Adenike Adedoyin-Ajayi and Director of Theatre MrOgunsote handed over the management of the Hall to @lufodo.
“Lufodo in partnership with @ciuciconsulting -a leading consulting and operations management firm will be managing GMH for the next 5 years. This partnership will have both Ms. Joke Silva and @ifeomamonye as co-CEOs.
“Joke Silva is in charge of artistic direction and @ifeomamonye operations. Also, a new board has been established with Mr. Gbenga Oyebode as the Chairman. The board members include Chief (Mrs.) Taiwo Taiwo, Ms. Joke Silva, Dr. @tonyrapu , Mr. Soji Jacobs @mrjacobs_jnr Mrs Ifeoma Monye and Dr. (Mrs.) Amina Abubakar Bello.”
As Nollywood star Yul Edochie turns 40 on Friday, January 7, the actor made a personal request that will benefit Nigeria to God.
Yul prayed that God would make him the president of Nigeria in 2023 so that he can wipe away the tears of Nigerians, Igbere TV reports.
The actor noted that God answered everything he asked him in the past and did much more. Yul said he would be glad if God grants this one request.
Describing himself as a man of peace and love, Yul expressed gratitude to God for making him see another year.
He wrote; “I thank God for all his blessings. All the prayer points and wishes I had many years ago God has answered all of them and even more. And I'm grateful to Him. I have just one more prayer point, one more birthday wish as I turn 40 today. Dear God, please make me the President of Nigeria in 2023 so I can wipe away the tears of my people. Thank you Lord for answering my prayer."
A video of one Ms Nana-Adwoa battling for dear life after being poisoned by some of her friends over her travelling plans to the UK is presently making rounds on social media.
Igbere TV gathered that Nana-Adwoa was due to relocate to the UK on the 2nd January 2022 but sadly had to be rushed to the hospital after being poisoned by her friends who were not happy about the good news.
She was deceived by two of the friends to celebrate the good news in one of their homes and there in, her meal was poisoned.
Fast-rising singer, Portable Zazu has announced his decision to use his fame and money to snatch people’s wives and girlfriends as he sends a stern warning to men in a new video.
Portable who is currently trending in Nigerian with his new song, ‘Zazu’ featuring YBNL boss, Olamide disclosed in the video that he has made a lot of money now perhaps from his hit song.
You would recall that Wizkid, Davido and some celebrities gifted him thousands of dollars and recently, he was gifted a Range Rover, Igbere TV reports.
In the video, he recounted how some big men used their money chop his wife and now that he has money, it is revenge for him and advised men to hide their girlfriends and wives because he is coming for them.
“When I was broke a rich man used money to sleep with my wife now I have money I will use it to sleep with Peoples wives” he said.
Actress Mo Bimpe has narrated how her friendship with her colleague Lateef Adedimeji blossomed into a relationship that led to marriage, Igbere TV reports.
In a lengthy Instagram post on Friday night, the newly wed said that she did not know she would end up being Lateef’s wife.
Stating that their relationship started in March 2021, Bimpe said at some point in their friendship, Lateef Adedimeji wanted more.
She added that he was relentless and knew what he wanted even when she was behaving childishly.
“The plan was always to be happy, to do me regardless and live above inhibitions but I wasn’t prepared for the twist, I prayed for the rain and then I saw hurricane, I prayed for the sun and before I knew it, there was a wild fire, Omo I didn’t even know what to believe.
“So there was all my life and that one time, there were people’s projects and trust me to give my all, there were stories on blogs and I didn’t even know how to react, but I started the year 2021 as MISS OYEBADE and I ended the year as MRS ADEDIMEJI … believe me I didn’t see that coming.
“Sometime in MARCH, it became more clearer to me that my best friend wanted more, dude was relentless, he knew what he wanted and as childish as I was, he was patient, it was a no brainer, I gave love a chance and today I’m happy for it,” she wrote.
Bimpe also expressed love for her husband and appreciated him for always being by her side and making her laugh always.
“I love you today and a day after forever, you’re the real definition of skin deep happiness and I promise to be your girl everyday and three times on Sundays, thank you for everything ESPECIALLY FOR ALWAYS MAKING ME LAUGH FOOLISHLY. I’m glad we’re locked together forever.
“Hello 2022, I’m ready, I’m married but I’m also gingered to be the best version of me, I have my husband as my number one fan, I’m ready for the grind,” she wrote in parts.
Congratulations are pouring in for Nollywood actor Ifeanyi Kalu as he recently tied the knot traditionally.
Igbere TV reports that a day after the actor shared a video showing his bride flaunting her engagement ring, the actor shared a photo with his woman in traditional outfits.
In the caption that accompanied the photo with his woman, Ifeanyi expressed his readiness to get married.
He also shared a video showing the moment he and his friends walked into a tent during his traditional wedding ceremony. Ifeanyi was spotted smiling as he hugged an elderly man sitting on a chair.
Pastor Toyinbo Tojuoluwa has shared her thoughts on the act of kissing in Nollywood movies as thinks Christians must not condone kissing in movies, Igbere TV reports.
In a series of posts on his Instagram story, Pastor Toyinbo pointed to the fact that Nigerian culture still has its place whilst admitting that some things don’t need to evolve as not everything in culture is bad.
Part of her post reads; “I guess some people would also be like so how then do we make romantic movies? For here and now, all I can say is that if we hadn’t been desensitized or trained to this point, we wouldn’t have an issue with less sexually incline scenes.
I may not have a full perspective, but I think I do have a point- especially for married and Christian folks.”
Much loved Nollywood veteran actress, Sola Sobowale, recently showed love and respect to her older colleague, Iya Awero, at her birthday party,Igbere TV reports.
Sobowale turned a new age on December 26 and the day was celebrated with fanfare at her residence.
Numerous celebs stormed the actress’ home as they partied with her including Iya Awero.
In a clip making the rounds online, Sobowale was seen walking down the green carpet when she spotted Iya Awero in the crowd.
Without wasting any more time, the King of Boys star went over to greet her older colleague. Sobowale didn’t only greet her, she also went down on both knees as she showed her respect.
Iya Awero in turn embraced the celebrant and said words of prayers to her in the heartwarming video.
As Christians all over the world celebrate Christmas today, 25th December, which according to them marks the birth of the savior, Jesus Christ, alot of celebrities have taken to social media to share adorable family Christmas photos.
Nollywood actress, Mercy Johnson has also taken to her verified Instagram page to celebrate Christmas, wishing her fans the best this season, Igbere TV reports.
She shared beautiful photos of herself and family rocking lovely christmas outfits as they pose for the gram.
Sharing the photos, she wrote; “Merry Christmas Everyone.....God's blessings to you all....”
Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has stirred reaction online after he met with DMW boss, Davido for the first time, Igbere TV reports.
The street sensation has been making waves in Nigeria following his hit song, ‘Zazu Zeh’ featuring Olamide and Poco Lee.
Portable in a video shared by an international promoter, Kogbagidi could be seen prostrating for Davido to express his happiness as he meets the award-winning singer.
Davido in the video tried to stop the street sensation from prostrating but Portable continued as he was pleased seeing Davido for the first time following his hit track.
Recall that the fast-rising singer was first introduced to YBNL boss, Olamide by Poco Lee and the talented rapper immediately picked interest in him.
Singer and songwriter Kizz Daniel has shared a lovely photo of himself and one of his twin boys Jalil while on some daddy duties and we love the way he’s bonding with his kids and always there for them, Igbere TV reports.
The latest photo he shared with Jalil shows the boys are growing so well and handsomely just like their father and will soon have girls drooling all over them just as Kizz Daniel is having a lot of girls drooling over him.
Kizz Daniel is trying his possible best not to be an absent father hence tries to catch up and bond with his boys whenever he leaves them for a show and we love how he’s handling things and taking it slowing knowing well that being a father isn’t easy.
Jalil is just growing so well and we believe his twin brother is also growing so well just like him and they will both be handsome just like their father Kizz Daniel having girls die for him all day wishing to have a relationship with him.
Kizz Daniel announced the arrival of his kids a few months ago and made us understand that he welcomed 3 boys initially but unfortunately lost one leaving his two brothers behind.
American filmmaker Lloyd Weaver and director of the popular Nigerian TV series I Need to Know is dead, Igbere TV reports.
His death was announced by Aderemi Ogunpitan in a Facebook post on Monday.
“Olalekan Babalola just sent the information that Baba Lloyd Weaver has passed on to return his ancestors. The news was a sad one. I learnt so much from this creative loving and gentle soul who gave so much to the Nigerian creative Industry. He arrived in Nigeria as part of the Jakaranda American team to train producers at NTA.
“Thereafter, himself, Tony Cunningham and Earnest Dunkley formed an independent TV and Film production company CDW who went on to produce some of the most iconic Nigerian TV commercials for some of Nigerias top advertising agencies in the 80′ and 90’s. They later formed Swift Studios, where I was the Executive Producer, working with other Nigerians such as Patrick Afun, Pat Nebo, Olumide Ofere and many others. I learnt so much from him and he remained a mentor until his death.”
Award-winning Nigerian Afrobeat superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known in showbiz scenes as Davido, has described 2021 as one of the craziest years of his lifetime, Igbere TV reports.
According to Davido, he lost most of his close friends and team members in the year 2021 so he does not see 2021 as one of his best years. He made his submission in an interview with Temisan Emmanuel.
You could recall that Davido lost some of his friends such as TeejayDMW, Obama DMW, and Fortune died in late 2020/2021.
Below are the names of the friends of Davido who died this year.
Tijani Olamilekan Ogbeide (TeejayDMW)
Davido’s personal bodyguard, Ogbeide Tijani Olamilekan, better known as TeejayDMW, reportedly died on Tuesday, December 8, 2020, and the OBO expressed his feelings of devastation about his death on social media.
It was reported that Davido’s bodyguard died as a result of complications from a long-standing diabetes struggle.
Habeeb Uthman (Obama DMW)
Obama DMW, an associate of popular Nigerian entertainer and DMW boss, Davido passed away on June 29, in a hospital in Lekki, Lagos. He reportedly died of suspected respiratory failure.
He founded his own record label, Obama Music Worldwide, an affiliate brand to Davido Music Worldwide.
Fortune
Davido’s official photographer is the latest member of his crew to join his long list of dead friends. Fortune died on Tuesday, September 22, 2021 after he reportedly drowned whilst he tried to take some better angles during a shoot.
Controversial Investigative journalist, Kemi Olunloyo has dropped a strong message on social media regarding celebrities and public figures, Igbere TV reports.
Kemi Olunloyo announced on Facebook that in 2022, every celebrity and public figure’s files will be opened.
According to the 55-year-old retired pharmacist, this is not a blackmail but she will just be doing her work as an investigative journalist and that will consequentially put undercover blogger, Gistlover out of business.
Kemi Olunloyo revealed that her platform which is Gossip News is a combination of investigative journalist and entertainment.
Her post reads; “In 2022 every celebrity and public figure files will be opened. It’s not blackmail, it’s GOSSIP NEWS. You want to work and don’t want me to work abi? Gistlover will be out of business. Investigative journalism and entertainment news equals GOSSIP NEWS.”
Fans of popular Nigerian crossdresser, Bobrisky have cried out to him to allow them attend his housewarming party.
Igbere TV reports that this comes after the bleaching expert took to his Instagram page and announced that he will be sharing luxurious expensive items including iPad during the housewarming party which is slated to take place soon.
According to Bobrisky, the party is meant for billionaires, and the uniform popularly known as ‘aso ebi’ will be purchased by them. Gifts attached to the outfits include an iPad, Ace of Spade, Perfumes, and a champagne cup.
He wrote: “Your also ebi for my house warming party comes with iPad, Ace of spade, dolce and Gabbana perfumes and champagne glass cup. Luxury party for billionaires only. Save d date JAN 29th.”
Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, better known by her stage name Tems has reflected on her success journey since her release from prison in Uganda last year, Igbere TV reports.
The singer took to Twitter on Monday, December 13 to show her appreciation to God for making her have the "last and final laugh."
“This very day Last Year, I was sitting in prison in Uganda bonding with women and kids.
“I almost can’t believe the things I’ve seen so far. All I can say is God is too awesome and He will always have the last and final laugh✨���” she tweeted.
Igbere TV recalls that Tems was arrested by the Ugandan police alongside Omah Lay in December 2020, after the dou performance at The Big Brunch, a concert that was held at Speke Resort, Wavamunno Rd, Kampala.
However, due to public outcry, the Nigerian government secured their release and they arrived Nigeria on December 16, 2020.
Since her 2020 ordeal in Uganda prison after being detained for violating COVID-19 guidelines in the country, Tems has earned two US top 40 entries on the Billboard Hot 100, with her collaboration with Drake on the song "Fountains" from his album Certified Lover Boy, and the Wizkid single "Essence"; the latter of which reached the top ten following a remix with Justin Bieber, and earned her a Grammy Award nomination.
President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Emeka Rollas, and his wife are celebrating 18 years of marital bliss today, Monday, December 13, Igbere TV reports.
In a post shared on his Instagram page, Emeka thanked his wife for tolerating him and being there at the homefront while he is away.
"My Pretty wife, 18 years ago we said I do and today the anniversary we are still doing. Thank you for tolerating me and being there during all my absence.
For someone like me always on the move, it's not easy to have a backbone like you," he wrote.
Fellow celebrities like Iyabo Ojo, Kehinde Bankole, Belinda Effah, BBNaija’s Neo, Frodd and fans of the actress congratulated her in the comment section of the post.
Eniola has been using the hashtag eniolabadmus20yearsonstage to promote her 20 years in Nollywood anniversary party.
Eniola started her acting career in 2001, she rose to fame after starring in Funke Akindele’s hit films Jenifa and Omo Ghetto.
She has seen then featured in several movies including BlackBerry Babes, Angela, Ibu Goes to School and Omo Ghetto: The Saga.
Actress Chioma Ifemeludike has called out Esosa Ighodaro a Nigerian-US-based preacher whom she accused of threatening her life.
The actress shared Facebook conversations on Instagram on Tuesday, claiming that the preacher asked her to apologised for posting a video calling out Founder of Omega Fire Ministry Apostle Johnson Suleman, Igbere TV reports.
In a lengthy post, Chioma said she received a message from the preacher who she claimed attacked her with threatening and manipulative messages.
“Mr Esosa Ighodaro (on Facebook), you came in my dm on the 21st September 2021 and attacked me with these manipulative and threatening messages, you said I will die after 3days if I don’t publicly apologise to your “god of man” I’m making this post public to remind you that you’re not God, from the day you sent this threat I have traveled from Lagos(2weeks)-London(5weeks)-Abj (1week)-Asaba-(2days)-Lagos(2week) through Air and on the land and no harm has touched me.
“Ps. If anything happens to me then you Mr Esosa Ighodaro will be held responsible because you mammon worshipers desperately want cover your evil acts but you’re playing with fire,” she wrote.
In another Instagram post, Chioma wrote: “Oga I got your message on Facebook, if anything happens to me or my loved ones you will be held responsible and accountable! You live in a foreign country and respect human fundamental rights and dignity? Wait for me!
“I will write a petition against you from that country you’re hiding to United Nations ��, you’re a religious fanatic, bigot, extremist and a disaster to humanity.”
In August 2021, Chioma alleged that she slept with Suleman in 2016. According to her, her colleague Lynda Clems linked her to Suleman who paid for her sexual services.
Actress Patience Ozokwo on Monday December 6 apologised to those who have been defrauded by scammers using a product she had advertised, Igbere TV reports.
The 63-year-old in an Instagram post stated that scammers have been using the promotional videos she made to scam members of the public.
“Please note that I followed due diligence and researched Boldgains before agreeing to be their ambassador. I travelled to Dubai to meet the founders and I checked their products.
“That being said, be aware that scammers and fraudsters are using my Boldgains promotional videos to scam people. My sincere apologies to all who have been scammed already,” she wrote in parts.
On October 29, the veteran actress lamented the rate at which scammers use her name to defraud members of the public.
The veteran actress apologised to all who have been defrauded in her name, adding that she is doing all she can to close fraudulent social media accounts created in her name.
“My apologies to all those who have been duped in my name. I have tried to close so many fake accounts – still trying. Please note that anything that sounds too good to be true is probably not true. Investigate before you invest. Check for real accounts and contacts,” she wrote on Instagram.
Celebrities / Rema Meets Lil Nas X (Photo) by FutureDecisions: 7:53am On Feb 19, 2022 