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Talented Nigerian singer, Praiz has recounted the trials he faced after he participated in the first season of Project Fame West Africa in 2008.

Speaking during an Instagram Live Session with Nigerian rapper, Bouqui he said: “My family got duped of a huge sum of money. It was bad, really bad. It was so bad that one christmas we had corn and coconut to eat.I won a million naira from Project Fame but for me, family will always be first.It was hard for me because I knew my family needed the money at that point in time.Also on the other hand, I needed this money to start my music. I took all the money I had won and gave it to my family”.




Praiz also stated that despite being the 2nd runner up in the competition and winning N1m, he did nothing for almost a year.

“I literally did nothing for like almost a year after Project Fame.It was hard, I would see my peers from Project Fame performing at great shows on TV. One day, I broke down and cried. I didn’t know my mom was behind me. She left me and the next day, she said she saw me crying a day before. My mom told me the sacrifice I made for the family will not be in vain.I came to Lagos not knowing anybody.I met a guy who allowed me to squat with him. The people who saw me during Project Fame knew it was me. I was famous but squatting with someone”.


https://www.thenewsguru.com/entertainment/article/i-cried-when-things-didnt-work-out-for-me-after-project-fame-praiz/

On December 4th, 2004, reigning Nigerian rapper at that time, Eedris Abdulkareem got tired of the way Nigerian artistes were being treated whenever their international counterparts were being invited to the country.
Abdulkareem decided to do something about it.

After performing in 2 out of 4 shows, 50 Cent and his crew were headed to Port Harcourt aboard an ADC flight. On the flight Eedris Abdulkareem tried to sit on a seat reserved for 50 Cent. The Nigerian rapper was stopped by 50 Cent’s bodyguards. Eedris was not having any of that and this led to a brawl in the plane.

As a result of the commotion 50 Cent decided not to perform at the remaining two shows and left Nigeria. Even though this incident was one of the many reasons that led to the waning of Eedris’ career, it was also a spur for Nigerian artistes being treated better.
In a recent Instagram live chat with Samklef, he narrated what actually transpired, stating that Charley Boy betrayed him.

“Charley Boy went to meet Nigerian Breweries, he told them that ‘Una know say una don dey mess up tey tey’. Charly Boy collected money from Nigerian Breweries to blacklist me with the media. The next day they said Eedris Abdulkareem slapped 50 cent.
“Don’t blame the Nigerian media, they are hungry people. People were begging Nigerian Breweries to be on that show for N50,000, for N200,000"


https://www.thenewsguru.com/entertainment/article/50-cent-saga-how-charley-boy-betrayed-me-eedris-abdulkareem/

Popular actress, Juliet Ibrahim has recounted how her sister and friends surprised her with strippers when she celebrated her 33rd birthday in South Africa.

Ibrahim made this known on her YouTube Channel.



According to her:” On my 33rd birthday, my friends and sister brought me strippers.I was having breakfast in Pretoria South Africa . They called my P. A that my sister, Sonia was seriously sick. I got to the hotel, called on my sister, she opened the door and I realized it was a surprise all along.

“I was forcefully told to sit on a chair . These three handsome hunks were the strippers. Take me back to South Africa”, she said.


https://www.thenewsguru.com/entertainment/article/my-sister-surprised-me-with-strippers-on-my-birthday-juliet-ibrahim/

Budding actress, Modupe Eniola Odunsi has averred that her future husband has to be good in bed.

The role interpreter made this known in reaction to a recent viral interview she granted where she alleged to have been misconstrued.

In a chat with Yoruba Movie Gist, she said:”I wonder why people love to pick interest in other people’s life and ignore theirs. For crying out loud, I am an adult and I know what is right for me. I don’t owe anybody any explanation of how I live my life. My own food might be your poison but don’t condemn it. The last time the interviewer asked me about my choice of man, I told him that my ideal man must be the type that have the fear of God, the one who is capable of handling and satisfy me when we are playing rough on bed. I don’t need a man that will not last for a minute around me. This is because I don’t know how to double date or sleep around, which is one of the reasons I am still single and I will not run beyond my shadow.

“Any man who must have me as his wife must be ready for a marathon race on bed. Between sleeping around with different men and having an active one at home, which one is more better? I pray to God to give me the strength, even when I clock 80 years, my honeypot will still be available for him if he’s in need of it.


https://www.thenewsguru.com/entertainment/article/my-future-husband-must-be-ready-for-marathon-race-on-bed-modupe-eniola-odunsi/

Have you ever seen yourself playing the role of your favorite Nollywood actor? Have you imagined yourself accepting awards as the Best Actor/Actress of the Year? Then this report is for you.
Breaking into Nollywood goes beyond desire or having a dream, you have to be willing to put in the work.
First things first you need to have the right motive. You must also ask yourself why you want to have a career in the acting profession. Then, ask yourself if you want to make a livelihood in acting based on passion for the craft or just to be famous. Your motive will determine how far you will go in Nollywood.

1. Attend acting classes.
In the world of showbiz, being talented isnt just enough. You have to be willing to get trained. A good acting class will fuel the creative fire that lies in you. By attending acting classes, you tend to stretch your acting capabilities and improve your acting skills on a regular basis. Acting schools like Royal Arts Academy, Lufodo Academy of Performing Arts and the Pefti Film Institute will groom you in that direction.Actresses like Belinda Effah attended the Royal Arts Academy.

2.Attend auditions
You cannot become an actor if you don’t showcase your craft. You have to attend auditions and create visibility for your acting talents.No one will discover you if you just sit down at home and expect to be discovered.
For audition updates you can follow @auditions.ng on Instagram

3.Leverage on social media
With social media you can start your acting career without necessarily attending an audition. The likes of Josh2funny Woli Arole, Wofaifada, McLively and others, became famous first on social media before ever getting movie roles. You can start by having your own YouTube channel where you post your monologues and showcase your craft.


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Budding actress and entrepreneur, Wini Lazarus has expressed her thoughts on the lockdown extension.

In a chat with TheNewsGuru, the role interpreter noted that the lockdown is not a guarantee that men who have been bonding with their wives will remain faithful after the lockdown.



According to her: ”I don’t think the lockdown will make Nigerian men faithful to their wives. After the lockdown, they will still go back to their girlfriends and concubines.Men are just who they are, cheating is in their nature”.

https://www.thenewsguru.com/entertainment/article/lockdown-wont-make-nigerian-men-faithful-wini-lazarus/

Tacha Akide, a former housemate of the Big Brother Naija reality TV show 2019 edition, says she once sent her nude picture to a guy.
Tacha made this known while talking about a few things she has done on her YouTube Channel.

When asked if she has ever sent her nude picture to someone, she said: “.I have sent someone my nude picture”.
On if she has ever cheated while dating, Tacha said:”Yes, I have cheated on my boyfriend”.

The opinionated reality TV star also opened up on having a crush on a guy and dating two guys at the same time.
“I have had a crush on a guy. I have sung in the shower. My hidden talent is singing. Even though it’s no longer hidden. I love to sing.I have dated two guys at the same time, It was complicated”.

In an interview, Tacha stated that she ended her management contract with ‘BillzVizion’, a talent management outfit owned by TeeBillz, due to the latter’s inability to meet her expected targets.


https://www.thenewsguru.com/entertainment/article/i-once-sent-someone-my-nude-picture-tacha/

Versatile actor, filmmaker and social media influencer, Lateef Adedimeji has said that most celebrities were not prepared for fame.
Adedimeji made this known during an Instagram live chat with Abisoye Ajayi Akinfolarin, a social entrepreneur.


In his words: “Most celebrities were not prepared for fame. Tell me how you would achieve so much from the fame you were not prepared for? I tell them in my NGO you must have a Plan A and a Plan B in whatever you are doing. I was trained by an NGO that dealt with commercial sex workers, STI’s and other issues. This impacted on me positively.

While deciding to be an actor, I asked myself two questions: What If I succeed? What If I don’t succeed? If I don’t succeed, do I just want to be there?’
If I succeed what do I want to do with the fame? I was able to answer these questions ever before I became famous. Going back to check mate myself from time to time, kept me on track”.

Speaking further, the handsome actor noted that people get distracted the moment fame and money comes.

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What happens to comedy when social gathering is outlawed? This is the question every Nigerian comedian worth its salt has been grappling with.

With shows and events cancelled as a result of the coronavirus pandemic and people being asked to stay home and practice “social distancing”, Nigerian comics are resorting to new ways to practice their craft. Stand-up comedy, under its current model is currently dead at every level.

Bright Okpocha a.k.a Basketmouth has used this moment to intensify his social media presence by releasing delightful comedy skits. He featured his colleague, Bovi in a  skit called ‘The Syndicate’. The video currently has  23,000 views on YouTube as at the time of filing this report.

https://www.thenewsguru.com/entertainment/article/covid-19-lockdown-basketmouth-ay-bovi-others-find-new-ways-to-thrill-fans/

Aituaje Iruobe, Nigerian R&B vocalist better known as Waje, has said she loves sex but praying for the right person to have it with.
The 39-year-old single mother made this known during a question and answer session with her fans on Thursday in a series of tweets.
Waje explained she is just waiting for the right person to have it with, adding that she is waiting for a husband.
When a fan asked her if she loves sex, she said: “Before nkor, I just have to wait for the right person to have it with. Pray for me so my husband will locate me”, she said.
During the tweet chat, Waje also revealed that she can date a man younger than her.
““Yes, I will. Love doesn’t know age. But most men are proud and he will always think age is the problem when things go wrong,” she said when asked if she’ll consider dating a younger man.


https://www.thenewsguru.com/entertainment/article/i-love-sex-i-pray-for-the-right-person-to-have-it-with-waje/

As the coronavirus crisis roils on, it’s safe to say the pandemic has had a devastating impact on the live music industry and the entertainment landscape in its entirety.

Hundreds of shows around the world have been postponed, movie premieres have been cancelled and lot’s more.

While movie enthusiasts who are held captive at home by the coronavirus can turn to Netflix, Amazon, Hulu and other streaming services, Nigerian artistes like 2face, Asa, Bez, Sound Sultan and others have devised ways to connect with their fans despite self-isolation, the show must go on.

Nigerian soul music queen, Asa on Monday 23rd of March had an acoustic live session on Instagram. The melodious singer serenaded her fans with songs like ‘Eye Adaba’ ‘Bamidele’, ‘Jailer ‘ among others.



On Friday 20th of March 2020, Bez had a live-streaming music session titled ‘Music from a room’ where he performed some of his hit songs.

https://www.thenewsguru.com/entertainment/article/tng-special-coronavirus-fears-compelling-nigerian-musicians-to-embrace-livestreaming/

The Covid-19 coronavirus epidemic which was first discovered in China in December, has had sweeping effects in the public health, business, and travel sectors, among others. And while the consequences for the entertainment industry may seem to pale in comparison to the clear threat the virus poses to human life, the ripple effects do have implications for the people around the world who make a living via the entertainment industry.
Goldenvoice, the organizers of Coachella, one of the largest annual music festivals in the US, announced on March 10 that the festival would be postponed due to concerns about the outbreak. Another Goldenvoice festival, the country music-oriented Stagecoach, has also been postponed.
In the home front a lot of music concerts and gatherings have been cancelled and postponed.
TheNewsGuru had reported on Wednesday 18th of March that popular entertainment spot, New African Shrine has suspended all programmes as part of efforts to curb the spread of COVID19.
The Davido Concert

Back in February 21, 2020, Davido commenced his A Good Time tour in Edmonton, Canada. The last location played was Denver, Colorado, US before the tour was cancelled on March 13, 2020.
The show was meant to happen in Dallas, Texas, US on March 14, 2020.
However, Davido announced the cancellation via his Instagram page

"I’m saddened to halt what has been a fantastic sold-out tour so far, but postponing is the right thing to do. The health and safety of my fans and staff is most paramount and nothing else matters. Be safe and see you all soon! God be with us all!"

Sinach Live in Concert postponement

Fans of popular Nigerian gospel singer, Sinach were distraught when she announced that her Sinach Live In Lagos Concert has been postponed. It was slated for May 22, 2020. But due to the spread of coronavirus, the event was postponed till October 18, 2020 on March 6, 2020.
A press statement obtained by TheNewsGuru written by her management read in parts :"Sinach loves her fans, it is for that reason this decision was made to ensure that everybody including our Foreign team, Special guests, Sponsors and the entire public are carried along to execute an Excellent and World Class Concert.

"Sinach thanks everyone who has already purchased tickets. Tickets purchased for the event are still valid and will be honored on the rescheduled date. Thank you and God you bless you all richly."

In the same vein, she also postponed her South Pacific Tour

https://www.thenewsguru.com/entertainment/article/revealed-how-coronavirus-is-hitting-the-nigerian-music-industry/

Linda Adanma Onuoha, an eyewitness of the tragic Abule –Ado explosions ha stated that she was washing her clothes when she abruptly heard siren-like noise.

Onuoha said she saw a thick whitish powder oozing from a gas pipeline.

Onuoha said: “Shortly after, another thick whitish powder oozed again and I heard a deafening noise. I didn’t smell gas at all. I started shouting.
“I called my male neighbours. They came out. This time, we couldn’t see one another again. The whole place was full of that whitish substance. We all managed to go out.

“On getting to the end of that street, we heard a heavy bang. The force threw us away. That woman (pointing to her neighbour) was naked because she only tied a wrapper. By the time we knew what happened, we had lost everything.

“In our compound, four people are in the hospital and one person is still missing. I’ve been sleeping in my younger brother’s house since Sunday.”

https://www.thenewsguru.com/news/article/we-lost-everything-lagos-explosion-victims-lament/

Sensational actress and filmmaker, Toyin Abraham needs no introduction.The award winning actress is a big wig in Nollywood.

Abraham who welcomed a baby boy with her actor husband, Kolawole Ajeyemi has recounted how she met him.

Speaking in a chat with Pulse TV, the ‘Alakada’ actress said her hubby is very calm and mature.

“We have both been in the industry for a long time. He is my senior colleague. He is a very good guy, very calm and mature. What do you expect? He is over forty na, Baba is old. He has been my friend for a very long time; we just started something in late 2017. I wasn’t really serious. I didn’t believe I was still going to get married to an actor. But it has always been my dream to.

“I always tell God that I want to get married within an industry I work because I won’t need to keep explaining myself to my husband. When my sweet last marriage crumbled, I made up my mind that I won’t get married to any actor. We have been friends for over ten years. I am always saying to myself :’He is too quiet’. We just started and it became a mutual thing"

https://www.thenewsguru.com/entertainment/article/i-vowed-not-to-get-married-to-an-actor-when-my-marriage-crashed/

Veteran actress, Toyin Alausa has averred that some actresses give sex to get movie roles. Alausa stated that she has never given sex to get a movie role, adding that all roles have been gotten based on merit.

“Some producers demand sex for roles and some actresses give sex for roles. It’s not my business, what works for you might not work for the other person.

I have never given sex for movie roles. I have gotten all my roles on merit. I attended auditions, I trekked and I have living witnesses. If you are asking for sex for movie roles, it is bad because it will not allow you see the true creativity of whoever you are giving that role to”, she told Broadway TV.

Asked if she believes actresses are wayward, the light-skinned damsel said:”People think actresses are wayward. Are we that difficult? I guess it is what people are seeing. There is no smoke without fire. A few of us have made the world believe that is the way everyone is. They believe we lack manners. They even go as far as saying we don’t do well in marriage. You don’t because of a certain percentage of people, judge the other people”.

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Rising actress and filmmaker, Bimpe Oyebade has debunked the rumours that she is dating handsome actor, Lateef Adedimeji.

TheNewsGuru reports that Lateef and Bimpe have acted a lot of romantic scenes together, making fans believe they are in a relationship.

Debunking the rumours,Oyebade told Broadway TV:”I am not in a relationship with Lateef Adedimeji but we are friends. I won’t deny the fact that we are friends, we are close friends. We are not in a relationship; we are both in different relationships.

“When you are too close to the opposite sex, it’s a problem. People think you are dating. Lateef is only the one that is close to me, I am not the kind that makes a lot of friends when it comes to the industry”.

Sharing reasons why she cannot date Adedimeji, she said: ”The problem started with the fans, they call us ‘Momma and Zaddy’. A lot of fans like us together; they want us to be together. He is a good man, I already see him as a family. I won’t want to be with someone I see as a family. Nothing can ever happen between us because I cannot marry someone in the spotlight”.
Asked If she would say yes if Lateef asks her out she said:”I would say no to him because he is my friend and I already see him as a brother. He is not my type”.

https://www.thenewsguru.com/entertainment/article/lateef-not-my-kind-of-man-i-cannot-date-him-adebimpe-oyebade/

Fuji music maestro, Abass Akande Obesere has opened up on his relationship with busty actress and video vixen, Cossy Ojiakor.

TheNewsGuru recalls that years back, Obesere featured Cossy in his music video, ‘Apple Juice’. The video sparked various reactions as a result of Cossy’s sensual dance.

In a chat with Boombuzz, the self-proclaimed ‘Omo rapala’ revealed that he didn’t have any amorous affair with Cossy.
“I didn’t discover Cossy Orjiakor it was Gbenga Adewusi of Bayowa films that discovered her. She approached us at that time and told us she wants to become a star. So Bayowa told her that she already has what it takes to be a star. He added that men cannot resist staring at her boobs. She said she doesn’t mind.

https://www.thenewsguru.com/entertainment/article/i-didnt-have-any-romantic-affair-with-cossy-obesere-declares/

19 years ago, Abass Akande Obesere didn’t get the acceptance he needed for his groovy song ‘Egungun be careful’.Amazingly, in recent times, the ‘Omo rapala’s tune has become one of the most talked about songs on social media.

The song that advised masquerades to be careful about walking into oncoming traffic was accompanied by a funny video and it travelled fast. People can now relate to the message of the song and found the video hilarious. Thanks to the recent Okada ban which made people resonate with the message of the song.

Omo Rapala who has released about 15 albums, including his 2009 album, “Revolution” that featured artistes like 9ice, was blacklisted by many people who didn’t agree with his cheeky ‘asakasa’ style of music.

Now that the song is trending, Nigerians on Twitter are comparing him to Naira Marley and Terry G

Popular social commentator, Japheth Omojuwa opined that Obesere can leverage on the new found popularity of the song to bounce back.

“I am happy for Obesere, people were never going to indulge a 50-year old man sing Consolijapo and Skesko aya mi nja so evolution was always going to be tough. But surely, there is a chance to test the waters again, but who wants to be a clown for kids at 50? Evolution it is then!”

https://www.thenewsguru.com/entertainment/article/tng-special-obesere-gets-praises-for-egungun-be-careful-19-years-after-release/

Sensational actress and filmmaker, Mercy Aigbe has averred that she may consider going under the knife

Aigbe made this known in the latest episode of her vlog.



Sharing her views on body enhancement, she said:” I do not have a problem with bod enhancement . Nobody should be castigated for opting for body enhancement. People need to understand that this, these people are adults, and should be left alone to do whatever they want to do”.

https://www.thenewsguru.com/entertainment/article/i-may-consider-body-enhancement-when-i-have-the-courage-mercy-aigbe/

Truth be told, If you are asked to predict an artiste that is capable of ruling the Nigerian airwaves, you are likely not to choose the high-spirited Teniola Apata a.k.a Teni the entertainer. She is an unlikely pop star and doesn’t cut the image of your usual Nigerian pop diva. Surprisingly the singer born to a Nigerian civil war-hero father, has become of the country’s most sought after entertainers in a short while.



Her music is anchored by empathy; it comes from the point of view of an artiste who knows the challenges of her audience and just simply sings about them. Teni’s amazing music versatility is as a result of her early exposure to the Juju and highlife melodies of the likes of King Sunny Ade, Ebenezer Obey , Victor Olaiya and lot’s more.



So why would Teni rule the Nigerian entertainment terrain in 2020?



One trait you cannot take away from her would be her originality. The ‘Askamaya’ crooner doesn’t take herself too seriously. She is like the girl-next-door who you can relate with .This same authenticity has earned her a devout following, all thanks to her hilarious Instagram videos.

In an era where star power relies not just on talent but on relatability, Teni’s originality perhaps is one of her secret weapons.She said in an interview: “Everybody used to say ‘Teni you have to look like this, you have to do this.’ I needed to prove to a lot of people – not the naysayers, – but the young girls like myself, you can be yourself and win.”



Another factor that will make Teni rule the Nigerian entertainment scene in 2020 is her devout fan base. No matter how talented you are as an artiste, if you don’t have a huge fan base you are a failure. Success in the music industry can be attained through the strength of fans. The recent success of Teni’s London O2 Arena concert is an indication of the devotion her fan base has for her music.

It is one thing to have devout fans, it is another thing to be able to engage them. Teni does this effortlessly. She feels the pulse of her fans and creates content that appeals to them. One of the reasons why her song, ‘Billionaire’ resonates with Nigerians is because it captures their aspirations. The song is an aspirational anthem for anyone who dreams of succeeding.


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Sensational actress and fashionista, Juliet Ibrahim stunned many when she revealed that she has a sugar daddy, adding that he is her boyfriend.
Ibrahim made this known in a chat with Kraks TV

“For me, my boyfriend is my sugar daddy. I don’t know what you mean by sugar daddy. If I am dating someone even If he is five years older than me, ten years older than me, he is my sugar daddy”.


She also added that she has refused being kissed on the set of a movie.
I have refused being kissed. When I was filming one time, there was a guy I didn’t like, so I told the director about it so we had to fake the kiss”.

https://www.thenewsguru.com/entertainment/article/sugar-daddy-boyfriend-juliet-ibrahim/

It is no longer news that Nigerian highlife legend, Victor Olaiya is dead.
The revered music icon passed on today 12th of February 2020.

Olaiya was born on 31 December 1930, in Calabar, Cross River State, the 20th child of a family of 24. His parents, Alfred Omolona Olaiya and Bathsheba Owolabi Motajo, came from Ijesha-Ishu in Ekiti State.
Olaiya came from a very rich family. His father's house called Ilọijọs Bar stood on 2 Bamgbose Street, Lagos Island, until it was demolished on 11 September 2016.

At an early age he learned to play the Bombardon and the French Horn.
In 1954 Olaiya formed his own band, the Cool Cats, playing popular highlife music. His band was chosen to play at the state ball when Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom visited Nigeria in 1956, and later to play at the state balls when Nigeria became independent in 1960 and when Nigeria became a republic in 1963. On the latter occasion, Olaiya shared the stage with the American jazz musician Louis Armstrong. During the Nigerian Civil War of 1967–70, Olaiya was given the rank of a lieutenant colonel (honorary) in the Nigerian army and his band played for the troops at various locations. The Cool Cats later travelled to the Congo to perform for United Nations troops.
Olaiya performed at Nigeria’s Independence ball in 1960.


He said in an interview: “I wish I can remember all those that were present but I know that Tafawa Balewa was present, then Nnamdi Azikwe was present, and the last Governor General representing the queen, Sir James Robertson was very much present . My band played at that state ball not only at the state ball but also three years after when Nigeria was attaining the republican status, my band also played .All the ministers available at that time were present”.

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https://www.thenewsguru.com/entertainment/article/need-know-late-highlife-legend-victor-olaiya/

Sassy and stylish actress and filmmaker, Mercy Aigbe has revealed that she almost fell into depression, adding that she is not always happy.

Aigbe made this known via her Youtube channel.



In her words: ”I am not always happy. There are times things happen and I ask God: ’Why me’? I am not always happy; there was a time I almost fell into depression. I have decided to choose happiness irrespective of what happens to me”.

https://www.thenewsguru.com/entertainment/article/not-always-happy-almost-fell-depression-mercy-aigbe/

American songstress and pop icon, Beyonce once said: “I can never be safe; I always try and go against the grain. As soon as I accomplish one thing, I just set a higher goal. That’s how I’ve gotten to where I am”.
Just like Beyonce, Nigerian songstress, Tiwa Savage has fought for her place in an industry that is male dominated. Tiwa’s work ethic, consistency and understanding of what her fan base needs, is perhaps the recipe behind her success.
The Beginning
The Isale Eko born singer relocated to London at the age of 11 for her secondary education. Her music career kicked doing backup vocals for artists such as George Michael and Mary J. Blige. As a result of the growth of the Nigerian music industry, Savage relocated to Nigeria in 2012. She signed a record deal with Mavin Records and made an appearance on the label's 2012 compilation album Solar Plexus.

The struggles

TheNewsGuru recalls that in 2019, the sultry 40- year old singer took to her Instastory to express concerns about companies trying to play on her intelligence and warned that she might resort to “calling them out”.
“I might have to call out these companies that owe me millions. If you don’t have the money, say so and don’t try to tell me something else. I know how much revenue my brand has generated your brand. Check the contract, don’t even try it,” she wrote.
In the same vein back in 2018, Savage lamented about how hard it is to be a woman in Africa.



The scandals
Tiwa Savage’s ‘romance’ with colleague, Wizkid has always been a subject matter that gets people talking.
TheNewsGuru recalls that in 2019 a video surfaced online in which Wizkid could be seen lightly spanking Tiwa Savage’s butt. Expectedly, the rumour mill went agog with several fans insisting that the relationship between both artistes was beyond platonic.
In the same vein, fans of the singer will not forget in a hurry what Savage said at ‘Everything Tiwa Savage,’a concert organised by Flytime, at the Eko Hotels, Lagos in 2019.
The two music superstars, in what appeared to be another display of their growing bond, stunned the crowd packed inside the hall with romantic display.
Before Wizkid’s appearance on stage, Tiwa had briefly commented on the relationship between the two.
“The last person I am going to introduce is special to me,” she announced, with the fans screaming Wizkid in return even before she mentioned his name.
“It’s not just any kind of relationship, it is a one-on-one relationship and I own him. I don’t care what people say about us.
“I might be older but the older the berry, the sweeter the juice.”



Read the rest here

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When it comes to Nollywood movies, Lateef Adedimeji is an actor who has written is name in gold. The handsome thespian who is a year older today, February 1st 2019,is one of the most sought after actors in Nollywood at the moment.

Unknown to many, the Mass communication graduate of the Olabisi Onabanjo University had it tough when he started out in the world of make-believe.

In his words: ”The very first location I went to was in Ibadan. Despite all I had learnt before I joined the industry, I had to drop everything and became an errand boy.I worked with Uncle David Otemolu, holding the camera. If they needed anything, I was the one getting it for them.I did that for about three days on that set. I think I appeared in one scene and later two and three until the big break came when Yewande Adekoya shot ‘Omo Elemosho”.

The versatile actor while sharing his story revealed that he was paid poor acting fees in the days of his little beginnings.


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Popularity doesn’t equate relevance. Fashionable vlogger, media personality and social media influencer, Toke Makinwa is no doubt one of the most followed young Nigerians on social media. Makinwa has found a way of turning the attention she gets on social media to gold and it is paying off for her financially. However, it is not enough reason to call her a role model.



A role model is not constrained to those with fancy titles or personal wealth, fame or fortune. A true role model is not the person with the best job title, the most responsibility, or the greatest fame to his or her name. Rather a true role model is that individual who can inspire and influence another person positively.



Earlier this year, the radio presenter noted that African parents are the “worst in the world” for “ruining lives” with unorthodox child-raising values. For someone who has such a huge platform, she shouldn’t have made such a fallacious statement.



According to her:“Thanks to African parents for ruining our lives. Growing up in an African home, there are certain things we never had the balls to say. Even now, I’m 35.

I still can’t stand up to my parents. African parents are the worst set of parents in the whole wide world. You never have an option on things that are coming in an African home.



As a child, you’re told what to read in school.They don’t tell you what you’re good at but what they think you should be doing. It’s like, ‘I want to have a doctor, so my child must read medicine.’ Even if you do shit in maths, you’ll be an accountant”.


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Popular actor, Femi Adebayo has recounted how he an overzealous fan kissed him. Adebayo made this known recently when he appeared on popular TV show ‘Your View’.

When asked about temptations he has faced, the filmmaker said: “I was attempting to buy something at an eatery when a fan jumped on me and gave me a kiss. It was obviously not a long kiss. I won’t have allowed it. My wife was beside me when it happened. I didn’t want to embarrass her. My wife was just quiet. At times when we are walking and some fans greet me, she tells me I didn’t greet them well".

The award-winning actor also stated that self-discipline is needed to overcome such temptations.

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Micheal Collins Ajereh a.k.a Don Jazzy is undoubtedly of the most influential Nigerian showbiz personalities. The music producer and CEO of Mavin Records and Mavin Energy, is one Nigerian record label executive who runs a record label with a proper structure.



The 37- year old entrepreneur is known to be instrumental to the giant strides of Nigerian pop stars like Tiwa Savage, D’banj, Wande Coal, Rema, Ikechukwu, Korede Bello, Reekado Banks and others.



So what can Don Jazzy teach you about success?





1. Dare to be different

Expressing your own individuality is the pathway to being different. In a world where sameness is the order of the day, it is only those who dare to walk the path less travelled, that will enjoy life’s offerings. Being different in this context means the traits and actions that stand you out from the maddening crowd in your area of expertise.



You will agree with me that Don Jazzy isn’t your regular music producer. His carriage, dress sense, aura, brand identity; all speak volumes of his uniqueness. He does things differently. Normal is boring. You have to be different to be able to do exceptional things in 2020. Imitation leads to limitation.





2. Have a next level mindset

Success is not a destination; it is a journey without a bus stop. The moment you pause to rest on your laurels, you will stop succeeding. Don Jazzy doesn’t rest on his laurels. He keeps reinventing himself. For you to succeed in 2020, you need to have a next level mindset. A next level mindset is a philosophy built on the question: “What else can I do”?



Ebony Life TV Executive chairman and CEO, Mo Abudu puts it this way: “The secret for me is never believe in your own hype. Never believe that you have arrived. I think you just have to keep believing that there is another stuff left to be done and that’s what keeps me going”.


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Bolaji Ogunmola is a rising actress fast making a name for herself in the Nigerian movie sector.

When asked to pick between a one-night stand and friends with benefit, she said: “I don’t like friends with benefit, but If I have to choose between one night stand and friends with benefit, I will pick one night stand. We just do it and forget about it. I will never see you again or talk to you again, no emotions intact”.



The versatile role interpreter also added that a man has no business being in a relationship, if he is not financially capable.



“If you are not financially stable, don’t be in a relationship, giving is part of love. How do you give , If you don’t have?”, she queried.

On the qualities she looks out for in a man, Ogunmola said: “You have to be able to make me curious about you .When i am with you, it’s good to leave an impression .I want to be intrigued by you. You have to be good looking and you have to be able to hold your own. I cannot marry a man who doesn’t hold his own .You need to have your dreams, goals and aspirations in life. I cannot be with someone that does not challenge me to be better. My deal breaker in a relationship is if you don’t love God. If you are not passionate about God.”

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Talented and curvy Yoruba actress, Omobewaji Fash belongs to the new league of young actresses making waves in the Yoruba sector of the industry.

The rising role interpreter known for her stern roles in movies has said she cannot cope in a relationship if love making isn’t involved.

“No, I cannot cope in a relationship without making love. Though not all relationships are based on making love but it is paramount. ‘Body no be firewood’, he must be good”.

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When you think of Ghanaian actress Kisa Gbekle, words that come to mind are talented, sensational and fashionable.

Over the years, the actress has gained the reputation for flaunting her sensuality on Instagram which make many perceive her as being controversial.

Kisa has however debunked the notion.

According to her: “I am beautiful and sexy in nature. I am glad I didn’t pay for my curves. I am not controversial; I just like taking sexy pictures. I have decided that I won’t be taking such pictures any more. It is not just the right way of living life, exposing my body all the time. I am not controversial, I am just sexy and I love to flaunt the sexiness. But I am not doing that anymore”, she said.



Asked about her opinion on Nollywood, she said: “Nollywood is very good because a lot of jobs are being done there .Nollywood pays well. There are no many jobs in Ghollywood. It is hard for people to invest into the industry because there are no guarantees that you will make back the money. However I feel comfortable shooting movies in Ghana than in Nigeria, Ghana is my home”.

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