Jide Okonjo
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I have ONE account and MANY interests. My page is a creative hodgepodge of:
🇳🇬 Nigerian news stories for my dedicated Nigerian readers.
🎥 Movie and music recommendations, listicles, and critiques
📀 Op-eds, editorial features, fiction
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How Not Being Igbo Negatively Affected Me in Nollywood - Yvonne Jegede
It is not news to anybody at this point. Getting into Nollywood, especially back in the day, came with a lot of stories of struggle, hardship, endless auditioning, and a myriad of other things. One actress who is speaking out now about her own challenges trying to break into the Nigerian entertainment industry is star actress, Yvonne Jegede.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
You Cheated, I Cheated Too: Ckay Reveals What Really Happened
Nigerian singer Ckay put out his first studio album titled Sad Romance all the way back in September of this year. One of the tracks on the album that caused quite some conversation was the fourth track on the album, "You Cheated, I Cheated Too".
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
Why I Left the Church - Timini Finally Explains What Happened
Nollywood actor Timini Egbuson is the latest guest on Lilian Afegbai's Youtube show, Lilian's Couch. During his appearance on the show, Timini got very personal when opening up about his relationship with God today and how he was betrayed by the church. He said a lot so without further ado, here's exactly what Timini said.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
7 Throwback Pictures of Your Favorite Mavin Members
MAVIN is by far the biggest and most popular music group out of Nigeria today. It is the most popular record label and has also seen a number of big stars go through its doors. MAVIN has been home to a number of big musicians over the years including Tiwa Savage, Dr. Sid, Korede Bello, Reekado Banks, and more.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
How I Survived This Hair for Over 2 Months - Toyin Abraham
Actors have to make some sacrifices and take on some physical pain and discomfort in order to interprete the roles they're given. A lot of times, the pain is for a moment, or a day, but in the case of Toyin Abraham, her pain and discomfort lasted for over 2 months.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
Why I Got Emotional in London - Rema Reveals Sad Story about Late Father and Brother
Nigerian singer Rema, real name Divine Ikubor, is right now one of the hottest musicians in the game. Rema is a bonafide hit maker and has been responsible for making such hit songs as "Calm Down", "Bounce", "Dumebi", and more.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
Why I Don't Shoot Church Scenes Inside Real Churches - Toyin Abraham
Nigerian actress Toyin Abraham is currently still in promotion mode for her upcoming movie Ijakumo (The Born Again Stripper). As you can already guess from the title, there are some scenes in this movie that will be raunchy and some that will demand scenes in a church. To shoot the church scenes though, Toyin Abraham decided not to do it inside a real church, and now, during an interview with Arise News, she's explaining why. Here's what Toyin Abraham had to say about her decision.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
Why I Disappeared From Nollywood - Charles Okafor
Nigerian actor Charles Okafor ruled the screens in the 90s and into the early 2000s. He was one of the most prolific and most popular actors starring in blockbuster productions like Igodo, Domitila, End of the Wicked, Executive Connection, Blood Billionaires, Abuja Boys, and more.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
Veteran Actress Casandra Odita Blows Hot While Speaking About Nollywood of Today
Nigerian actress Casandra Odita is a veteran in this game who has acted in a number of blockbuster movies and TV shows over the years. During a new interview with Wake Up Nigeria on TVC, the actress expressed her anger at the situation of Nollywood today, and explained why she is so upset at the things happening today, and it's treatment of talent. Here is what Casandra Odita said.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
Empress Njamah Tells Horror Story: How She Was Blackmailed, Beaten, Forced to Engage
Empress Njamah just told one of the most horrific real life stories I've heard from a celebrity that sounds like it could be snatched out of a very horrific thriller movie. If you remember, Empress Njamah posted not too long ago about an engagement. Turns out she made the video while being blackmailed, and the full story of what actually happened is a HORROR. Here's what Empress Njamah said in her own words. If you don't want to waste data watching the video, I have transcribed the video as text for you below. If you want to watch the video, it is after the text below. Without further ado, here is Empress Njamah's story.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
One Thing My Husband Told Me During Courting That I’ve Still Not Seen Till Today - Mercy Johnson-Okojie
Nigerian actress Mercy Johnson Okojie is one woman who makes her loving relationship with her family very public. Mercy Johnson Okojie is married to husband, Prince Odianosen Okojie, a businessman and politician and the couple got married eleven years ago but have known each other for 14 years. Together, the couple has four children.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
5 Nollywood Scenes Actors Now Regret Filming
Actors like to push themselves to take on roles that are daring, provocative, and different. But then sometimes, they take on roles that are met with either heavy backlash or that they grow to regret later on. Today, we'll be counting down 5 Nollywood movie scenes that the actors themselves now regret playing or learned a very valuable lesson from. Without further ado, let's get into it!
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans