Nollywood actor, Yomi Gold, seems to be very happy about being granted US citizenship. Shortly after he posted a viral video that suggested that he got his US citizenship approved, the actor received lots of congratulatory messages from his fans and relations. The actor later revealed to Saturday Beats that the feat was one of the most memorable moments of his life.
“My best moments as an actor would be right now as I have just received my US citizenship. The love and congratulatory messages I have been receiving are overwhelming. It feels very great to be an American citizen because I am now a citizen of the world.
“Compared to Nigeria’s system, it is different because as an American citizen, I am privileged to enjoy basic amenities like adequate power supply and a better health care system. I am not giving up on Nigeria though; I know it is going to take us time to get there and we will definitely get it right someday with right leaders,” he said.
Earlier in the year, Gold shared a video of himself in a distraught state, weeping over the loss of one of his close friends who had allegedly died due to the negligence of the hospital where he was admitted in Nigeria. The actor specifically warned Nigerians not to undergo any form of surgery if they could afford to travel out of the country.
Speaking about the sad incident, Gold narrated how his friend underwent surgery in Nigeria, had some complications and died.
“When he got to the hospital, there was a particular drug he had to take to subdue the pain he was going through; but the hospital didn’t have it. They went around looking for a pharmacy to get the drug, but by the time they returned from the drug hunt, my friend had died. It really made me sad; anybody can be a victim of that kind of situation.
“The Nigerian government has a lot to do to improve on our health care system. No matter how small a clinic is, some necessary drugs and equipment must be in place. These issues bother me a lot because it could happen to anyone,” he said.
The actor also responded to some of the negative comments he received from some people after he became a US citizen, insinuating that he was running away from Nigeria due to the poor economic situation. He noted that he could relate with their views as their comments were based on the situation of the country.
“People will always talk, they are obviously talking like that because of the way the system is. Truth is everyone wants to live a very comfortable life. Everybody will continue to run away from Nigeria because of the bad situation. Not everyone has access to the right connections, big money and good jobs.
“An idle mind is the devil’s workshop; that is why in Nigeria, we always hear sad stories of crime. In the US for example, the government has been able to reduce the rate of crime by providing good jobs and basic social amenities,” he told Saturday Beats.
The Nations reports that filmmaker, Chris Ekejimbe has died. He was a prolific filmmaker and owner of 4Screams Production Company, a board member of the Association of Nollywood Core Producers (ANCOPS) and founder of notable Nollywood social media group, Film4Life.
News of his demise was broken to members of the group by founding President of ANCOPS, Mr. Alex Eyengho early Saturday.
“Folks! Sad day for Nollywood! Chris Ekejimbe just passed on a few moments ago at LUTH. Lord have mercy. I just spoke with the wife!” Eyengho stated.
The news has sent shivers round Nollywood camps, with condolence messages pouring in, even from Kigali, Rwanda, where filmmakers and actors are gathered for the 14th edition of the Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) holding tonight. The Nollywood producer, according to the credible online platform, died at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital on Saturday morning while undergoing treatment.
Ekejimbe was said to have been referred to LUTH when his condition became critical after he was allegedly given a wrong injection at another hospital.
He died four months after the death of his friend and creative partner, Bambino Anachina.
Recall that the actor in a recent interview cried out that his life is being threatened by boyfriends and husbands, because they have been scammed by fraudsters, using his face.
“It’s so so sad, I have gotten death threats from people, I have gotten from husbands of these people, boyfriends of these people, maybe because of the way I deal with it you know, that’s another thing.
“The EFCC in Benin have been so helpful, I mean, it is really really bad. I have seen five people caught. There was a time it was so much the Inspector General of Police’s office got my account investigated. I was invited to the IGP’s office in Abuja, it was that bad.” He said.
Good news, as Ekoh Noel who posed as Nollywood actor Mike Ezuruonye and used his name to scam people on social media have been convicted and sentenced to one year in prison by the Federal High Court sitting in Benin City, Edo State.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) made the announcement on twitter saying:
“Ekoh Noel, who impersonated ace Nollywood actor, Mike Ezuruonye on Facebook to fraudulently obtain N12.4million from his victim has been sentenced to one year in prison by Justice P.I. Ajoku of a Fed High Court, Benin, Edo State.”
And Mike Ezuruonye through a message on Twitter, commended the commission, for nabbing the culprit. The EFCC posted the tweet which read:
“Nollywood actor Mike Ezuruonye commends #TheEagle in Benin for helping to nab impersonators who used his name for romance scams,” quoting Ezuruonye as stating that ‘It’s amazing that these women have come to believe that I am the one. They even use my picture, voice and old videos to defraud people’.”
Veteran Nollywood actor Kanayo O. Kanayo on Instagram shared a photo his campaign poster for his 2019 House of Representative’s seat ambition.
The actor declared his intention to run last month where he said he intends to represent Ahiazu/Ezinihitte Mbaise Federal Constituency in Imo State under the aegis of the All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA).
Nollywood actor Chinedu Ikedieze has just been honored as a distinguished visitor to Miami-Dade County.
The actor shared the news on his Instagram page with photos of a plaque and key to the county given to him by the Mayor.
He shared the photos with the caption:
WHEN THE WORLD BELIEVED IN YOU “Believe in yourself also! Have faith in your abilities! Without a humble but reasonable confidence in your own powers you cannot be successful or happy “- Norman Vincent Peale
From the bottom of my heart 💓 I say thanks 🙏 to Miami- Dade County office of the Mayor and the County Commissioners for honouring me as a DISTINGUISHED VISITOR 🔑 to the City of Miami, Florida.
You have just given me a KEY to more SUCCESS in life.
Thanks also to MURPHY FOLORUNSO for putting this together via the Miss Nigeria 🇳🇬 Florida Cultural Pageant 👌. I am very grateful 🙌
See photos of the award below:
Nollywood producer and screenwriter, Pascal Atuma, on Friday said that one has to be “a prostitute or semi-prostitute” to be successful in the Nigerian movie industry.
The screenwriter, who was speaking in an interview with TheCable, said that Nollywood is “controlled by pimps”. He further advised upcoming actors and filmmakers not to be deceived by the glamorous lifestyles they see on social media.
“If you are not a full-time or semi-prostitute, you will not make it in Nollywood.
“Our ladies are using what they have to get what they want. Even some of the guys who can use their a** are the ones making it in Nollywood.
“I am being very real here and they make it look as if they are doing well but they are not, they are suffering.
“Let’s stop deceiving the younger ones by keeping it real. We have to let the younger ones know how it is and what it is.”
Atuma dared anyone to challenge him on his disclosure, saying he’s ready to debate a contrary opinion.
“Pascal Atuma is my name and I am saying it the way it is and that’s the truth.
“If you want to challenge me on this, please come and do it on any national television in Nigeria or anywhere. I am even ready to pay for the challenge.
“The biggest boys in the industry know that I am saying the truth. I am saying the truth and there’s nothing anyone of them can do to affect my career, they can’t employ me,” he added.
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Cheta Chukwu has announced the release date for his upcoming Nollywood movie, “Payday.” The movie which features former Big Brother Naija contestant, Bisola Aiyeola alongside Baaj Adebule, will debut in cinemas on Friday, July 13, 2018.
"Payday" also features Ebiye Victor, Mawuli Gavor, Frank Adekunle, Meg Otanwa and Zack Orji..
About "Payday"
"Payday" follows the story of two best friends and flatmates, Paul and Ortega, who just before they are about to renew their yearly rent, their Landlord dies very suddenly, and seemingly without any heir apparent.
The young men seize upon the unfortunate but good opportunity to ‘enjoy’ a little.
They go on an expensive night out. Unfortunately, the Landlord’s daughter turns up the following morning and gives the boys 24-hour notice to pay up or quit.
They embark on an overnight scheme to recover the rent, leading to a dangerous encounter with an eccentric drug baron, a desperate robbery attempt, a gambling adventure, and an ego war with the neighbourhood bully, Orlando.
All the while they were hounded by Ngozi, the neighbourhood gossip, who just wants a piece of the action.
"Payday" is produced by Orwi Manny Ameh, written and directed by Cheta Chukwu.
We are so excited! Today is One of our favourite Ghanaian movie star John Dumelo and his sweetheart Mawunya‘s traditional engagement in Ghana. Close friends and family are currently celebrating with the couple in this intimate ceremony.
The beautiful couple has been in a relationship for a while but kept it private.
Nollywood Actress and Diva Jalade-Ekeinde has once again ran to social media to raise alarm over her missing Pomenarian who disappeared since Sunday morning.
She said they have not been able to find her till date and should someone locate her or see a Pomenarian bring sold, they should do well to send a message to her.
Sharing the above photo of what the Dog’s skin looks like, the mother of four wrote:
Help Please my darling Pomenerian is missing!😢😢😢 She left the house Sunday morning probably looking for a church to attend and I’m hopeful an unholy person hasn’t stolen her! No jokes sure some of you’ll remember #anyasexy …
Her coat is a mix of those two up here , who are missing her badly. Please if you suspect you’ve seen her, someone suddenly brings a Pomenerian home, to you a vet, or you sight her…
call her name Anya (my character name from Ije) she’ll respond. Please send a dm to @redhotconcepts or text 08166679000. Pls pls Pls… There’ll be a reward for her return…. pleaseeeee😭
Nollywood actor and model, IK Ogbonna took to his Instagram page to dismiss his personal shopper after he claimed he was given a fake designer’s cloth to wear.
The actor shared the picture above and wrote in the caption;
Dear personal shopper 🧐 if u are seeing this message doxology.. but iz like our business haf end here .. coz oyibo man say a person dat waz once trusted if hand falling enter should not be trusted again . Thainku. Ps ur #DOCLE & GABBANA is waiting for u at my estate gate . Brand new personal shoppers pls apply 🙅🏼♂️
Many believe the actor is lying as they wonder how he didn’t notice the flaw before he stepped out.
Popular Nigerian comedian and actor, Ayo Makun aka AY has credited his success in the entertainment industry to comic actor, John Okafor also known as Mr Ibu.
A.Y’s debut film '30 Days in Atlanta', made the Guinness Book of World Records in 2017.
The award winning actor from Ifon, Ose Local Government of Ondo State, but prefers to be referred to as ‘Warri Boy’ made this known on his instagram handle @aycomedian.
“Success is the fruit of personal effort plus support and encouragement from people like @realmribu Thank you boss.’’
However, AY’ crediting Mr Ibu for his success could not be far from the fact that Ibu who acted in over 200 films and got popularity, awards and endowments also came from a poor and humble background.
The script writer and movie producer with over 3.1 million followers on instagram is the host of the popular A.Y live shows and A.Y comedy skits.
The awards include Comedian of the year for Diamond Awards for Comedy, Teens Favorite Award and MBG Abuja Merit Award for Comedian of the year.
Others are Comedian of the year for National Daily Awards, Comedian of the year for Arsenal Award for Excellence and Comedian of the year, Mode Men of the year Awards.
The theater Arts graduate form Delta State University, who spent nine years for a four year course, was made a UN Peace Ambassador in 2009.
In 2010, he won Comedian of the year at the Nigerian Entertainment Awards.
Also, in 2013, he was awarded Most creative Entrepreneur of the year, (comedy category) at the Creativity and Entrepreneurship across the creative industries in Nigeria (C.E.A.N) awards.
The former Alibaba Akporobome (aka Alibaba)’s Personal Assistant and event manager also produced box office movies including, Trip to Jamaica and 10 Days in Sun City.
He was also involved in movies such as Being Mrs Elliot, Stalker, Lodgers, The Accidental Spy and many others.
Ejike Asiegbu has proved to the outside world that old age can't limit the romantic side of him as he was pictured with his hearthrob Oge Asiegbu on a bed.
Oge who appeared excited about her grey-bearded husband took to the social media platform to make the announcement with a picture.
"Guess who showed up here.. Le boo @ejikeasiegbu someone can not play in peace again #mykeikoku@50 #owerristandup" she captioned it.
This has attracted the attention of her fans who have been teasing her with flirty comments.
Her husband who has been into acting for over two decades has shifted focus to movie production, directing activism, motivational speaking, and media consultancy.
While speaking in an new interview, Nigerian singer, Iceberg Slim, says he is not bothered if people think his girlfriend and Ghanaian actress, Juliet Ibrahim, is older or richer than him.
In an interview with PUNCH, Iceberg said the opinion of other people on their relationship does not faze them.
He said; “We are actually the same age and she is not taller than me, except when she wears shoes with high heels. I don’t care if people think she is older than me or she has more money.
"A relationship is shared between the two people involved in it so if anybody has anything to say about our relationship, they should feel free, but it does not faze us. I mean, even Jesus Christ was criticised, so who are we? Anybody can say anything about us because, at the end of the day, everybody has freedom of speech. Whatever they say does not faze us because we know what we saw in each other.”
On how they met and started a relationship, Iceberg Slim said; “I met Juliet Ibrahim in Durban, South Africa about a year and a half ago. We exchanged contacts and became friends. Our friendship later grew into an amorous affair and at the end of the day, we just became a happy couple.
"The fact that we did not make our relationship a secret by posting our loved-up pictures online is because we are being ourselves. We chose not to follow the African mentality that you must keep your relationship secret because of the society or media. We are enjoying ourselves and getting to know each other as a couple. There is no reason why I should hide her; she is celebrating me because I love her and I am doing the same as well. This is not something we should hide.”
Veteran Nollywood actor Kanayo O. Kanayo this afternoon shared his opinion on the ongoing ASUU strike action caused by the failure of the Federal Government to meet the union’s long-time demands.
The star of hit TV series “Professor Johnbull“, Kanayo in an Instagram post insisted that both sides have a lot of work to do to resolve the issue at hand. He explained that just as Universities are funded by NGOs abroad, ASUU should also seek for other sources for funding.
He also stated that the Government would do well not to play politics with ASUU as the future of Nigerian students are at stake. He wrote:
Hello Proximate People, a great evening salutation. Dress the way you want to be addressed. I was just dressing up for Lectures before the ASUU strike. Does the Government sponsor the Education sector abroad? Why are there no strikes in the institutions in the West?
Many non-governmental organizations fund the sector and relieve the Government of the burden of the management and control of this critical sector. A poorly managed education sector will only produce half baked products. Government must not play Politics with ASUU, so also must ASUU also statutorily seek for other funding modules. Enjoy a pleasant weekend #OverAndOut
Photo Credit: Instagram – @kanayo.o.kanayo
Saturdays are known for weddings here in Nigeria! Popular Nollywood actor Daniel K Daniel married his fiancée, Beauty blogger Teena traditionally in Nnewi, Anambra state today and we’re so happy for them.
The actor proposed to his beau on his birthday in May this year.
Fellow actor Ken Erics Ugo among other top actors in the industry was in attendance. He shared this photo on his Instagram
Congrats to them
Timini Egbuson, Sharon Ezeamaka and Jemima Osunde will this year return for a new season of the hit TV drama series, MTV Shuga.
The show which has featured superstars like Lupita Nyong’o, Tiwa Savage, Ice Prince, Adesua Etomi, Emmanuel Ikubese, Chris Attoh and others, will be returning for a much anticipated sixth season.
Berthed on the concept of responsible sexual behavior and tolerance, the show will see these three actors star in roles that showcase issues surrounding the lives of vibrant youths in the Nigerian society. The series will focus on a host of issues that affect African millennials, including: family planning, contraception, HIV prevention & desensitization, sexual education and the incidence of gender based violence,
Speaking on the new season, Timini Egbuson, who starred in the new wave-making movie, ‘Isoken’, states,
“It’s exciting to return to the set of MTV Shuga in Nigeria. It was a delight working on the last season that was shot in Lagos, and I can’t wait to see where the story takes us this time. The show is not only entertaining but it is enlightening and educating. Plus, I get to work with great people like Sharon and Jemima… Could it be any cooler?”
The past seasons have been broadcasted in over 61 countries across the world, showing on more than 179 channels and reaching over 720 million households.
WATCH HIGHLIGHT
The new season will be on TV screens in early 2018, while producers are set to kick start auditions in the coming weeks to select additional cast members.
MTV Shuga is the brainchild of the MTV Staying Alive Foundation and is supported by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and MTV Base Africa.
The highly anticipated premiere of comedian AY Makun’‘s new film 10 Days in Sun City took place over the weekend at the Federal Palace Hotel, Ikoyi.
Adesua Etomi, Gbenro & Osas Ajibade, Falz, Lilian Afegbai, Alex Ekubo, Ali Baba, EmmaOhMaGod and more stars were spotted at the South Africa inspired premiere.
See all the photos from the red carpet below
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