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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Big Lesson I Learned After 2 Wives Left Me - Mr. Ibu
In life, there are two major events that are sure to change the course of a person's life: marriage and children. Nigerian actor John Okafor aka Mr. Ibu has been married three times and has a number of children. That means that the course of his life has been changed a number of times and there are lessons he has learned from it all.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Families
Why I Regret Spending N35m for House of Reps - Kate Henshaw
Politics in Nigeria is a BIG DEAL! It is true that all over the world, politics is equally a big deal but in Nigeria, it's on another level. To get into politics in Nigeria, you have to not only be very mentally and spiritually prepared, but you also have to be very financially prepared.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in The Swamp
5 Nollywood Actors You Didn't Know Are British
Nollywood is filled with some of the most talented actors and actresses. Because Nollywood is the Nigerian movie and television industry, it is easy to assume that everybody within the industry is 100% Nigerian. However, that is in fact not the case.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Geeks
Nedu Blasts Nigerian Women Who Show off Body Online Including Some He’s Worked With
Episode 5 of the Glitch Africa show Frankly Speaking was released recently and the topic was "Nudity on Social Media". Well, one man had A LOT to say about the issue and that man is comedian and OAP, Nedu.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Viva
My Experience With Sexual Harrassment in Nollywood - Linda Osifo
Nigerian actress Linda Osifo is one of Nollywood's newest and biggest stars. The actress has experienced a meteoric rise to fame and has acted in such blockbuster movies as A Naija Christmas, Tanwa Savage, Unroyal, Merry Men, Devil in Agbada, and more.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Viva
5 Younger Celebrities That Look Like Older Celebrities
If you know anything about me Jide Okonjo, then you know that I love a good list. One list that I always love creating is a list of look-alikes because there are so many people I just think look alike and I'm always curious to see if you guys agree with me or not.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Longevity
Sad Truth About Why I Use Dating Apps - DJ Cuppy
If you have been on the internet over the past week, then you know that one of the most talked about things has been the Netflix documentary, The Tinder Swindler. People have so many thoughts and strong opinions about the movie. Many believe that the women in the show who got swindled were "dumb" and didn't ask enough questions. One very big thing people have been saying is: why didn't the girls ask that why would a billionaire's son be on a dating app?
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Humans
Arrested Kidnapper Reveals Kidnappers Secrets That Could Save Your Life
As much as I love Nigeria and I really do, one of the things I cannot really boast about the country having is really good security. Everyday a Nigerian leaves their house and comes back home in one piece is a blessing. There's so much crime going on. One of the most dreaded is of course - kidnapping.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Criminal
11 Nigerian Celebrities Clocking 60 This Year
A decade is 10 years. Now count 10 years + 10 + 10 + 10 + 10 + 10, that is 60 years on this beautiful planet. That is how long the celebrities on today's list would have lived on this earth by the end of this year. It is such a blessing. Without further ado, let's get into the list!
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Geeks
How I Lost So Much Weight After Giving Birth - Adesua Etomi
It is no secret that we live in a society that expects women to bounce back in record time to the bodies they were before becoming pregnant and having a baby. It is a very demanding expectation and for women who are in the limelight, the pressure is marginally heightened.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Longevity
5 Musicians You Won't Believe Are Children of Pastors
Pastors in today's world are thought of as some of the most revered and exemplary people in society. They are the moral compass for a lot of people. People who we as a society expect to be morally blameless, pure, and without any sort of blemish.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Beat
Why I Won't Do Nollywood Productions - Yvonne Orji
Actress Yvonne Orji came into the global limelight when she starred in what went on to become a smash hit, HBO's Insecure. The actress played the complex character of Molly, Issa's best friend and because of her role on that show, Yvonne Orji has become a lot more popular not only as an actress but also a comedienne.
By Jide Okonjo4 years ago in Geeks
