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 I Quit Music - Iyanya Finally Speaks Out
When Iyanya released his hit single Kukere over 10 years ago in 2011, he immediately shot up the musical ranks and became one of the most popular and most commercially successful artistes of the time. He followed Kukere up with other hits including Ur Waist, Sexy Mama, Jombolo, Mr. Oreo, and more.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Humans
Why Making Song With Justin Bieber Showed Me There's Nothing to This Life - Omah Lay
Nigerian singer Omah Lay is commercially living his best life right now. The 25 year old singer just put out his 14-track studio album, Boy Alone, which features the hit single "Attention", a song which he did with American superstar Justin Bieber.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Beat
Real Reason Why I Decided to Enter Nollywood - Tacha
Big Brother Naija Pepper Dem Gang contestant Tacha Akide is today one of the most recognizable name and face to come out of the very popular television program. Since leaving the show, Tacha has gone on to contest on other reality TV shows like MTV's The Challenge. After years of doing reality TV, Tacha is turning her eyes to the big screen as she stars in new movie, Tiger's Tail alongside stars Alex Ekubo, Anita Joseph, Zubby Michael, Etinosa, and more.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Geeks
How It Felt to Live With Sickness No One Around Me Understood - Adekunle Gold
Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold is one of the most talented, most popular, and most liked musicians out of Nigeria. From his infectious music to his very jovial and relatable personality, there isn't much to not like about Adekunle and so with this new information he is revealing, our love for him just grows deeper because he has really been this ray of light to this world while struggling the way he has behind the scenes.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Longevity
2 Years Later, Joeboy Finally Responds to Zlatan’s Insulting Comment About Him
2 years ago, in June of 2020, Nigerian singer Zlatan Ibile went on a random Instagram rant where he called out a number of musicians including Kizz Daniel, Burna Boy, and Joeboy and said some choice words about them.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Humans
Why I Always Act The Same Role of Rich Man - Akin Lewis
Nollywood Akin Lewis is a veteran actor who has been in this entertainment industry for over 40 years. He has starred in a number of blockbbuster movies including Your Excellency, Love Is War, Up North, Devil in Agbada, Seven and a Half Dates, and more.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Humans
Sad Thing That Happens When a Parent Chooses Favourite Among Their Kids - Gabriel Afolayan
Gabriel Afolayan is a part of what has now become in Nigeria one of the most popular family dynasties. He is the brother to ace film maker Kunle Afolayan and related to a host of other popular names including Adeyemi Afolayan, Aremu Afolayan, Moji Afolayan, and more.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Humans
Why I Hire Foreigners Over Nigerians to Manage My Lagos Restaurant - Tracy Nwapa
It is something that I've been definitely noticing a lot more of and I'm happy to hear one business person's reasoning on why this is the case. If you go to a lot of high-end restaurants or businesses in town, you'll notice that while a lot of the staff are Nigerian, the management positions are usually filled with expatriates (i.e. foreigners).
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Humans
Check Out How Desmond Elliot, Deyemi, and More Paid Respect to Olu Jacobs
Nigerian star and legend Olu Jacobs recently clocked a milestone age of 80 years old. The renowned actress who has starred in some of Nollywood's biggest blockbusters including Eye of the Gods, Royal Tears, Ashanti, Bloody Ring, Oloibiri, Dry, and many more. Last year, it was revealed that Olu is currently battling with Dementia with Lewy bodies.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Humans
