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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How My Man Only Dated Me for a Month Before Proposing Marriage - Adaeze Yobo
Nigerian footballer Joseph Yobo and his wife, Adaeze Yobo have been married for 12 years now and the two have been blessed with three children. They are also in Nigeria, one of the most celebrated celebrity couples, and as such, people are curious to hear about their love story. How did it happen? How did Joseph ask ask Adaeze to marry him? How long had they known each other before then? People are very curious.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
Why Omotola Is My Role Model - Toyin Abraham
Nigerian actress Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi is still celebrating the release of her latest movie, Ijakumo (Born Again Stripper) which is still showing in cinemas nationwide. In promotion of the movie, Toyin sat down with Media Room Hub to talk about the movie. During the interview, a question was finally answered about why Toyin Abraham is so obsessed with Omotola. In case you do not know, Toyin Abraham ADORES Omotola. Over the years, Toyin Abraham has shown endless love and admiration to Omotola at every chance she gets.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
The Saddest Day of My Life - Funke Akindele Finally Opens Up
Nigerian actress and now deputy governor of Lagos State aspirant, Funke Akindele has her new movie, Battle on Buka Street, showing in cinemas nationwide now. The movie showcases a lot of new talent but also has stellar performances from popular names in the industry like Mercy Johnson Okojie, Sola Sobowale, Nkem Owoh, Tina Mba, and more. The film was also shot during a very turbulent time in Funke Akindele's personal life.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
Why I'm Seriously Avoiding Clubs Now - Mr. Eazi
Right now, Nigerian musician Mr. Eazi is enjoying a lot of success with the release of his new song "Patek". The song has been going crazy all over social media especially on Instagram and TikTok, and one thing about the song, is that the song makes people open their wallets and pockets. "Patek" has been making people drop and spray money, and nobody is feeling the consequences of that more than the artiste of the song himself, Mr. Eazi.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
Genoveva Umeh Opens up About Famous Dance Scene in 'Far From Home'
The talk of the town in the Nigerian entertainment world right now is the recently released Netflix young adult television show, Far From Home. The show has been taking Nigeria, Africa, and the world by storm, and people have been watching and loving the show everywhere. One scene that has really stood out and has begun trending on social media like Twitter, TikTok, Youtube, and Instagram, is the dance that one of the characters on the show, Zina did.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
5 Nigerian Celebrities You Didn't Know Are Battling Asthma
Asthma is a chronic (meaning it doesn't go away) disease that affects a lot of people today, but is not talked about enough. Today, we will be counting down 5 Nigerian celebrities who are battling this disease in an effort to destigmatize and bring awareness to the realities of asthma, even among rich and beloved celebrities today. Are you ready to see who's on this list? Then let's go.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
Real Life Story Behind the Show "My Flatmates" - Basketmouth Finally Reveals
One of the most popular Africa Magic television shows, and one of the funniest and most consistent comedy sitcoms out of Nigeria today is the Basket Mouth produced, "My Flatmates". Over the years, the show has seen a number of funny comedic acts walk through its doors. From Basket Mouth to Yaw, Buchi, Okey Bakassi, Wofai Fada, MC Pashun, Dat Warri Girl and more, the show has been a hub and launch pad for many comedic acts, and just an overall entertaining viewing experience.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
Omowunmi Dada Finally Opens Up About Engagement
Omowunmi Dada is ENGAGED! As somebody who is actively entrenched in the Nigerian entertainment industry, this is not coming as a shock to me. Omowunmi Dada has actually been engaged for some time now. However, today is the day Omowunmi Dada finally decided to publicly announce the news officially on her social media.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
How My Fake Life Made Me Rich - Kcee
Nigerian singer Kingsley Chinweike Okonkwo popularly known as Kcee is a musician that has been around for a long time now. Most famous for songs like "Limpopo" and "Pull Over", Kcee has created an audience for himself and still puts out music regularly today that still sells especially in the Eastern parts of the country.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
Mercy Eke Responds to Claims That She’s Into Money Laundering
Nigerian media personality and first female winner of the Big Brother Naija franchise, Mercy Eke, is sitting down for her own interview with ace interviewer and journalist, Chude for his show "With Chude".
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
Deyemi Shares Story He Heard That Completely Changed His Life
Deyemi Okanlawon is self-reportedly the most bankable actor working in Nigeria today, and it's not hard to see why. Deyemi has been in almost every single blockbuster production out of Nigeria. From Blood Sisters to Brotherhood to Elesin Oba, Deyemi has been WORKING.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
Why My Acting Used to Be Very Bad - Sharon Ooja
Nollywood actress, Sharon Ooja has come a long way. She first broke into the national conciousness after appearing on the Ndani TV show, Skinny Girl in Transit. From there, she started booking more and more roles, and progressively as her career grew, so also did her acting prowess. It is not news to anybody at all that in her early days, Sharon Ooja was not the best actress. It was a very big criticism about her, and even she will admit, that those criticisms were valid.
By Jide Okonjo3 years ago in Humans
