Jide Okonjo
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This account is dedicated to TWO things:
🇳🇬 Nigerian news stories for my dedicated Nigerian readers.
💡 The Six Figure Series (A Vocal Exclusive) for writers, readers, and fans of Vocal.
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Why It's Time for Gov. Wike to Check Out - Tonto Dikeh
At this point, it is not news to anybody that Nollywood actress and philantropist Tonto Dikeh is running for the position of deputy governor along with gubernatorial candidate, Tonte Ibraye under the African Democratic Congress party. The news came as a shock when Tonto announced it many months ago, but since then, the actress turned politician has been on the ground doing the work of talking to the people and campaigning for the position.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
Omah Lay and British Reporter Argue Importance of Discussing Politics in His Music
Nigerian music has come a long way. Back in the day, our music was relegated really to our nation and the big musicians like Fela Kuti who made music made it not just for entertainment, but also for politics. The music was used to call out corruption, question the state of the nation, and talk about issues that plagued the average Nigerian.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
Why Zero Naira is Bigger Than Hundred Million Naira - Korede Bello
Nigerian singer Korede Bello is once again on the scene. The singer since leaving the MAVIN record label has continued to release music and is currently doing press for his latest single, "Available". During his interview with City 105.1FM, Korede Bello was asked about how he has been through these last couple of years, and during the conversation, Korede Bello also gave his own very unique thoughts about money. Here is what Korede Bello said.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
Sacrifices I Had to Endure as Breadwinner of My Family - Child Actress Sharon Ifedi
A lot is said about making it at a young age. For many people, it is a dream that they have for their children and a desire they wish had come through during their own childhood. But, there is also the other side of childhood success, the sacrifices that come with it. Nollywood child actress Sharon Ifedi is opening up about some of those sacrifices.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
What I Say to Those Rating Elesin Oba "0.5/10" - Deyemi Okanlawon
We've been seeing a lot of Nollywood movies coming to streaming these days and often within the first 24 hours of their release, so many people have already watch it and form their thoughts about it. That is once again what has happened with the latest Ebonylife movie, Elesin Oba: The King's Horseman which is now streaming on Netflix.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
5 Times Omotola's Clothes Brought Her Insults (Photos)
Nigerian actress Omotola Jalade Ekeinde is one of the most popular, most successful, most talked about, and most recognizable actresses out of Nigeria today. With a career than spans over a decade, Omotola has been a real superstar and trendsetter for a very long time. To be a superstar and be in the spotlight also means putting yourself out there and putting yourself out there means wearing things that people will like to look at. In an industry where celebrities are expected to take fashion risks and put themselves out there, it is not every single look that will land with the people. In fact, some of the looks can bring the celebrity insults for wearing the dress, and that is exactly what happened to Omotola when she wore these 5 outfits. Here are 5 Times Omotola's Clothes Brought Her Insults. Are you ready to see them? Then let's check them out.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
Why Me and Wizkid are 2 Completely Different People - Wizkid
Nigerian singer Wizkid is by far one of the biggest musical acts out of Nigeria and Africa as a continent. With numerous hits under his belt including "Ojuelegba", "Joro", "Bad to Me", "Essence", and more, Wizkid has become a household name in Nigeria. But as popular as Wizkid is, he is also very notorious for being very private and not ever saying too much in the media. During his recent interview with The Guardian though in promotion of his new album More Love, Less Ego, Wizkid had a lot to say about music, ego, politics, and more. Here's what he said.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
Why I Don't Miss Acting - Tonto Dikeh
Nollywood actor, musician, and politician Tonto Dikeh sat down for a new interview with ace interviewer Chude on his show #WithChude and Tonto Dikeh got very candid. As we all know, Tonto has more or less stopped acting at this point and is currently focusing on politics. During the interview, Tonto was asked if she misses acting, to which she responded that she doesn't and explained why. Here is what she said.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
Why I’m No Longer Part of the MAVIN Record Label - Korede Bello
It was a couple of years ago when we were introduced to new MAVINS Reekado Banks, Di'Ja, and Korede Bello. They were the new MAVIN kids on the block back in 2014. Fast forward 8 years now and there are much newer MAVINS on the scene. Magixx, Ayra Starr, Crayon, Boy Spyce to name a few are the new MAVINS on the scene. Together, they will be dropping a new MAVIN project soon and when pictures of the current MAVIN signees dropped, people were surprised not to see Korede Bello among them.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
How It Really Feels to Make It At Such a Young Age - Ayra Starr
Nigerian singer Ayra Starr is currently one of the biggest musical acts out of Nigeria. With hits including "Rush", "Bloody Samaritan", "Away", and more, the singer in such a short amount of time has been able to make quite a name for herself in the music industry. What makes it even more impressive is that she started to really come into fame at the tender age of 18. Now 20, the singer opens up about how it really feels to have made it at such a young age as well as talking about why she made the deluxe version of her album and why some people do not believe that she is only 20. Here is what she said
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
How My Films Made Warri Pastor Start His Church - Tony Umez
Nollywood actor Tony Umez is one very beloved actor in the Nigerian movie industry who has starred in a number of classic Nollywood productions. During the span of his career, Tony Umez has starred in movies including Blood Sister, Died Wretched, Demon-in-Law, Lockdown, and more. After so many years as a working actor, it is so impressive that the actor is still very much on the scene, still working, and still at the top of his game.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
Why I Was Chosen for Chieftaincy Title of 'Ugwu Ndigbo' - Whitemoney
Big Brother Naija winner and musician, Hazel Onou known popularly as Whitemoney is in the headlines once again. 2 days ago, the artiste took to social media to share the news that he has gotten a new chieftancy title added to himself. He received the chieftaincy title of Ugwu Ndigbo by the Igbo speaking community of Lagos State. Taking to social media, Whitemoney posted his chieftancy certificate along with caption that reads:
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
