Jide Okonjo
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This account is dedicated to TWO things:
🇳🇬 Nigerian news stories for my dedicated Nigerian readers.
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Why Ayra Starr Attacked Olamide's First Daughter on Social Media
On Sunday, the 15th edition of the prestigious Headies Awards happened at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in Atlanta, Georgia, United States, and it brought forth a lot of wins and losses, but also a lot of drama. Some of the drama happened on the actual award program which was televised, while some happened online.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Humans
New Challenge I'm Facing Because of My Ameno Amapiano Song - Goya Menor
Goya Menor, the hitmaker responsible for the ultra smash hit song "Ameno Amapiano" took home the Headies Award for Best Street Hop on Sunday. But now, the singer is complaining about the challenge that the song is giving him.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Humans
Why I'm Not Supporting Rotten APC or PDP - Falz
Nigerian rapper, actor, and activist Falz The Bahd Guy is one artiste that is well known for using his platform to speak about political issues and is never shy to talk about politics and how he sees it. Now, Falz is speaking once again, and this time he is talking about the 2023 presidential election and his thoughts about the candidates who are running.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Humans
4 Nigerian Celebrities Currently Chopping Life in Dubai (Photos)
Dubai is one of the most sought after tourist destinations for a lot of Nigerians. It is a beautiful city with so much to do and it is one of the places outside Nigeria where the VISA process to get to isn't so bad. It is a beautiful place to chill and right now, a number of Nigerian celebrities are spending their time taking a vacation in the wondrous city. In particular, four women have made the trip there and it is causing quite a bit of conversation and joy especially following remarks made by one of them in the past. Without further ado, here are 4 Nigerian celebrities who are currently chopping life in Dubai.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Humans
Why Women Should Taste Their Husbands-To-Be Before Marriage - Anita Joseph
Nigerian actress Anita Joseph made quite some headlines when last month she shared a video on her social media encouraging unmarried couples to have sex before walking down the aisle in order to "taste and see". Here is the video and the transcript of what she said first in August.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Humans
7 Famous Nigerians Who Have Bagged a Degree This Year
If there is one thing that garners a lot of praise and respect from people, it is a person bagging a degree. Getting a degree is not easy and is one of those things that a lot people aspire to. This year, a number of famous Nigerians successfully bagged degrees of their own, and today we'll be counting down 7 of them. Without further ado, here are 7 famous Nigerians who bagged a degree this year.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Humans
Why People Believe Naira Marley Just Dragged Wizkid and Tems
Nigerian singer Naira Marley is on the heels of the release of his studio album, God's Timing's The Best. In promotion of the album, Naira Marley has been doing some media rounds and granting interview about the music, Afrobeats, and his life all over the world. Recently, he did an interview for Complex Magazine UK and there is a portion of the interview people believe is Naira Marley throwing shade at counterparts Tems and Wizkid. Here is what Naira Marley said. Let me know if YOU think it's shade.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Humans
Real Reason Why I Always Hide My Daughter's Face - Kate Henshaw
Nigerian actress Kate Henshaw is one of Nollywood's most popular name and face. The actress has been in a number of movies, TV shows, plays, and is a household name here in the country. But as public as Kate Henshaw is, she has also been able to do an amazing job of keeping her private life very private. Many people till this day don't know that Kate actually has a daughter that is actually a grown woman now.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Humans
Why A Group of Bus Conductors Beat Me Mercilessly - Femi Adebayo
Nollywood stars recently came out for the release of the new Nollywood musical movie, Obara'M. According to the description of the movie, "After her estranged father's death, Oluchi, an up and coming musician is forced to confront her true self and her past mistakes. She reconnects with her daughter who she abandoned at a young age through their love for music. However, the echoes from the past, greed and bad decisions, springs from every corner, threatening to bring them down."
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Humans
Why My Lyric "I'm In Love With Plenty Women" Is Not True Again - Rema
Nigerian singer Rema is having a wonderful moment in his career right now. He is currently on his American tour and is soon to kick off the UK leg of his tour. To promote the UK dates, Rema did an interview with Rolling Stones UK and he opened up about a number of things. He opened up about why D'Prince signed him, success, running away from home, and love. Here is exactly what Rema said.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Humans
Why It’s So Embarrassing for Women to Fix Bum Bum - Anita Joseph
There has been a lot of conversation recently about cosmetic enhancement, thanks the most to media personality and relationship coach Blessing CEO. Since she got her butt done, Blessing has become a huge advocate for body enhancement and doing your body if that is what you want.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Humans
