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.
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