Jide Okonjo
Bio
I have ONE account and MANY interests. My page is a creative hodgepodge of:
π³π¬ Nigerian news stories for my dedicated Nigerian readers.
π₯ Movie and music recommendations, listicles, and critiques
π Op-eds, editorial features, fiction
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Stories (1818/0)
Why I Abandoned My Husband-to-Be to Follow Acting - Genny Umoza
What will you sacrifice to follow the life of your dreams? What would you give up to chase the life that you know will make you feel more alive than you currently do? That was the question that Nollywood actress Genny Uzoma asked herself before she quit her well-paying job and left her husband-to-be to follow acting.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
Why I've Been Hiding My Real Age All These Years - Chioma Chukwuka-Akpotha
Nollywood actress Chioma Akpotha (nΓ©e Chukwuka) is one of the most popular Nigerian actresses out of the industry. Chioma Akpotha started her career many years ago and during the lifespan of her career, she has starred in such blockbuster movies as Wives on Strike, Omo Ghetto: The Saga, Lara and the Beat, and more.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
Ayra Starr Finally Speaks About Her Father's Untimely Death
Nigerian singer Ayra Starr is the current star of the moment, and frankly speaking she is one of the most interesting artistes working today. Right now, Ayra is enjoying massive success from her latest hit song "Rush" which is burning up the airwaves.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
Why I Can't Go Out Anymore, What Happened To Me the Last Time I Did - Tems
The days of Nigerian singer Tems being unknown are now very far from her. Now, Tems is without a doubt not only very popular but also very very famous. And the thing about becoming famous, especially at the magnitude in which she is now famous, it takes a lot of getting used to. You go from being able to do normal things like go the grocery store to now having to do a whole procedure and process before you can even leave your house. It's a lot and it is something that Tems is now adjusting to.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
Why No, I Didn't Make Any True Friends in the House - BBNaija Winner, Phyna
This year's winner of Big Brother Naija Phyna walked away from the house with a grand prize of N100 million including N50 million in cash, a new SUV, a Dubai trip, and more goodies. Now, during a new interview with the Vanguard, Phyna is looking back at why she decided to enter the house, some of her thoughts now about the house, and what she plans to do with the whooping sum of money that she just won. She had a lot to say. Here's what she said.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
Why I Did Not Sign Whitemoney to E.M.E - Banky W
Nigerian musician, politician, pastor, and businessman Bankole Wellington popularly known as Banky W was in the news recently after he got pictured alongside Big Brother Naija winner Whitemoney. Immediately the pictures came out, the narrative quickly formed that Banky W had in fact signed the singer to his record label, E.M.E.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
Why Many Foreigners are Lining Up to Become Nigerian Citizen - Minister Aregbesola
These days, one conversation that is regular being held all around the different pockets of Nigeria is on the topic of 'japa'. Many Nigerians are trying to find any way that they can to leave the country through any means possible. Many cite reasons such as lack of development, insecurity, lack of opportunities, and more as their reason for going to find greener pastures outside. However, while Nigerians are trying to find their way out of Nigeria, it looks like foreigners are trying to find their way into the nation.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
How I Feel About My 72 Yr Old Mother Being a Third Wife in Her 7th Marriage - Gordons
This is single-handedly one of the most interesting stories I've heard in a long time. Gordon's mother sounds like the main character of a story yet to be written. When Gordons during his latest conversation with the women at Wake Up Nigeria was asked how he felt about his mother recently getting married, Gordons went into telling us a lot about his mother and her very extra-ordinary life and it is certainly worth the read.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
Why I Switched to Gospel Music - Waje
Nigerian singer Waje is one musician who has been around now for a very long time. Throughout her career, Waje has been a primarily secular artiste giving us such hits as Coco Baby, Onye, Vibes, In The Air, So Inspired, and many more.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
Tiwa Savage Explains Her Perfect Date Idea That Nobody Has Still Taken Her On
Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage recently announced her lipstick collaboration with Mac Cosmetics and in promotion of that product, Tiwa Savage did an exclusive interview with Schick Magazine where she answered some burning questions about herself. The questions ranged from who makes her laugh the most to her favorite cocktail, favorite dance move, and her idea of a perfect date, amidst more.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
Kunle Remi and Bimbo Ademoye Answer 2 Burning Questions From βAnikulapoβ
Unless you haven't been on the internet for the last couple of days, then you have most definitely heard about the new Netflix movie that everybody is talking about: Anikulapo. The Kunle Afolayan directed movie starring Kunle Remi and Bimbo Ademoye tells the story of an Aso-ofi maker who has an affair with the king's wife which lands him in trouble, before encountering a mystical bird with the power to give him another chance.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans