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Nollywood mourns as Adewale Adeyemo dies

The Yoruba entertainment industry mourns again as the veteran Nollywood actor, Prince Adewale Adeyemo dies on Monday morning. The actor was said to have passed on after battling an undisclosed illness.

The news of his death was confirmed by fellow actor Kunle Afod through a post on his Instagram page. Sharing a picture of the deceased, Afod wrote a message expressing his condolences, “Hmmmm God you know best. Rest in peace Prince Adewale Adeyemo. He passed on early hours of today after a brief illness. God will comfort all his family, friends and colleagues.” This sad event came hours after the Yoruba film industry held a night of tribute for another late actor, Murphy Afolabi, who passed away on May 14, 2023.

Funke Akindele beats Toyin Abraham with a landmark in Nollywood projects

In a recent chart released by Top Charts, the income of Nollywood producers over the years has been revealed, showcasing the remarkable success of two award-winning actresses, Funke Akindele and Toyin Abraham. Funke Akindele, known for her exceptional talent and contribution to the Nigerian film industry, has emerged as a clear frontrunner in the chart.

According to the chart, Funke Akindele’s net earnings from her Nollywood projects exceeded a staggering one billion naira (N1.33bn), solidifying her position as one of the highest-grossing actresses in Nigeria.Trending:Another Nigerian lady set to break Guinness World Record as she begins counting of rice grains (Video) On the other hand, Toyin Abraham, another celebrated actress, accumulated a commendable 564 million naira from her movies.

The significant margin between the earnings of the two actresses is indeed a landmark achievement for Funke Akindele. Her remarkable success comes as no surprise, considering her consistent box office hits and exceptional performances. One of her notable movies, “Battle on Buka Street,” grossed over 640 million naira, further solidifying her status as a force to be reckoned with in the Nigerian film industry. See below;

ABRAHAM akindele beats FUNKE landmark Nollywood PROJECTS Toyin

Nollywood mourns again as Chikezie Uwazie dies in US

Another Nollywood actor, Chikezie Uwazie has passed on days after news of actors, Saint Obi and Murphy Afolabi’s deaths made headlines. Actress Obey Etok Chima who shared news of Uwazie’s death, said the actor who became a known face in the Nigerian movie industry in the 2000s, died after a second brain surgery.

Obey wrote; “I can’t imagine am posting this. Chikezie Uwazie goneeeee. After a 2nd brain surgery. Gini na emezi. Am so shocked to get this news this evening. Just got this from our IMSU alumni platform. I thought you told me you were going to the states for greener pastures. You promised to come back some years back but I didn’t see you. Can’t believe you are gone but God knows best. Rest on Chyko”

Uwazie who relocated to the United States seven years ago, featured in movies like Musical Whispers, Village Destroyer, Last Kiss, and many others.

Chikezie Dies mourns Nollywood Uwazie

Nollywood mourns passing of Sikiru Adeshina

The Nollywood industry is thrown in a mourning state as the veteran Yoruba actor, Mukaila Adedigba, also referred to as ‘Sikiru Adeshina’ passes on. The news was confirmed by renowned Nollywood actor and movie director, Kunle Iyiola Afod, on his Instagram page on Saturday.

According to Afod, the actor passed away in the early hours of May 13, 2023. He further described the deceased as a vast repository of Yoruba knowledge and a devout believer in God. Afod offered his prayers for the peaceful repose of the late actor’s soul. “Another library is burnt down today
A great philosopher
An icon with so much Yoruba knowledge
A lover of God
@alafinoro1
You departed this sinful world early hour of today
May your gentle soul rest in peace,” he wrote. Other thespians offered their word of condolences while many were struck by shock at the death of Sikiru Adeshina. His cause of death, however, remains unknown at the time of this publication.

Adeshina mourns Nollywood passing SIKIRU

“Getting help in Nollywood is difficult”

Fasting rising Nigerian movie star Joseph Momodu has disclosed that it is very difficult getting help in the movie industry. According to Joseph in an interview on Sunday Scope, he disclosed how he nearly left the movie industry after he was sabotaged and given stereotyped roles to play. He said, “The journey has not been smooth, it was actually rough. However, I thank God for His mercies. If not for his grace, I would have opted out of the industry a long time ago because people are not willing to help. Once they see that you talented, they would want to pull you down.” Nollywood type casts actors. I used to be stereotyped as a lover boy in Nollywood. However, I have played other roles convincingly as well. And that has made producers and directors to see the range of what I can offer. I have also acted as both a wicked and gullible husband. I am no longer sterotyped” he added.

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May Edochie sues Nollywood actress over photo editing

May Edochie has sued actress Sarah Martins for editing Yul Edochie, Judy Austin, and their child into her children’s photo.

Recall that a photo of the Edochie family went viral after actress Sarah Martins edited the original photo of May Edochie shared on her Instagram page with her children during the festive season. May Edochie who didn’t take the joke lightly has taken legal action against Sarah Martins. The lawsuit demanded a public apology from the actress to May Yul-Edochie as well as a retraction of a defamatory publication. If the actress fails to render the apology, she will be made to pay a whooping N500 Million to May Edochie for damages. May Edochie took to her page and shared the writ from court with the caption..

“It is very inconsiderate and demeaning to SMEAR anyone, especially someone you barely knew. I’ve always had a PEACEFUL, JOYFUL, and LOVING family. I worked tirelessly for several years building a beautiful home while managing several businesses successfully. It is very evident that some persons have been deliberately and desperately trying to TAINT my reputation and “change the narrative” in order to suit their agenda. This is unacceptable to me. My passionate legal team will be extremely cheerful to dine with anyone who does not cease and desist from character assassination or defamatory publications in a court of law.”

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Nollywood actress dumped by boyfriend over bedroom scene in movie

Nollywood actress Mellisa Osagie has shared her story of how her boyfriend dumped her over a bedroom scene in a movie.

While speaking in an interview with the PUNCH, Mellisa Osagie pointed out to any future suitor that she is ready to do anything for her acting career, hence needs someone who will understand her and what she does.
She also debunked rumors that actresses live a promiscuous lifestyles. She recounted how her ex-boyfriend slapped her during an argument on the said matter.
She also disagrees with the notion that actresses are usually promiscuous, as she recalled being slapped by her boyfriend during a misunderstanding.
She said: “My boyfriend left me because I acted in a bedroom scene. However, I am ready to stay with whoever is ready to stay; and I am ready to open the door for whoever wants to leave.
“My emotions have always been in check. Whoever is meant for one will stay in one’s life. As an actress, I believe it is better to be with someone who understands the business. It has nothing to do with trust or valuing my career more than my relationship.
“The difference between an actress and a regular person on the street is the camera. I dated a guy in 2017, and we had issues. He did not have a car and was not rich, but I was still with him because I liked him. However, when we had a misunderstanding, he told me that I was all over one of my male colleagues because he just bought a car.
“I asked him if he was expecting me to be moody because a colleague bought a car. He then slapped me three times after I made that statement. I did not talk about it publicly because I believe some people will blame me (due to the fact that I am an actress).”

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People think life is Nollywood movie — Leo Dasilva reacts to claim that one can never find perfect partner after losing one

Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Leo Dasilva has reacted to claims that one can never find another perfect partner after losing one.

This comment from Leo Dasilva comes after a Twitter user identified as Damilola took to her page to say that when one loses a perfect partner, one never finds a replacement.
She wrote, “once you lose a good woman, you’ll never find another one”.
Sir Leo Dasilva disagreed with her point as he says life is not like watching Nollywood movies where good people are just a few and meant for some people. According to him, there are a lot of good people out there who can be found at any time.
He also wrote, “Lol na lie. There are so many good people in the world. There will be another person for you 100%. People even remarry in their old age after losing their Life partners.”
“People think life is a Nollywood movie where there’s only one good person for the other person in the world lol”

Lol na lie. There are so many good people in the world. There will be another person for you 100%.
People even remarry in their old age after losing their Life partners. https://t.co/YR69EHFRS3
— Leo Dasilva (@SirLeoBDasilva) December 28, 2022

People think life is a Nollywood movie where there’s only one good person for the other person in the world lol
— Leo Dasilva (@SirLeoBDasilva) December 28, 2022

claim Dasilva Find Leo life losing movie Nollywood PARTNER people PERFECT Reacts

How Nollywood people ended Ada Ameh and her daughter, made repeated attempts on Mr Ibu’s life”

How Nollywood people ended Ada Ameh and her daughter , made repeated attempts on Mr Ibu" - Afrocandy

Actress, AfroCandy Judith has accused Nollywood stars of being responsible for Ada Ameh and her daughter’s death.
The death of the movie star which occurred on 17th July, Sunday at Warri, Delta State as expected sparked several opinions among netizens.

Afrocandy in a post she shared via her Instagram page claimed that ‘Nollywood people’ are behind the death of the thespian and her daughter. She added that they have also made several attempts on Mr Ibu’s life.

In her words:
“Na wa oh for Nollywood people! So y’all took this woman’s only child and that wasn’t enough, now she’s gone too? Ah! One n
eeds to be careful cos nobody knows who’s got it out for you, so much envy and jealousy, it’s a pity! I pray she hunts whoever did this to her.
Y’all can go Ask Mr Ibu how many times he has been poisoned, it’s online too, and he’s not the only one that’s been in that situation so shut up”

See the post below:

ADA Ameh attempts daughter ended Ibus life Nollywood people repeated

Apostle Chibuzor Chinyere offers free house to homeless Nollywood actor, Kenneth Aguba

Founder and General Overseer of Omega Power Ministries (OPM), Apostle Chibuzor Gift Chinyere, has offered a free house to homeless Nollywood actor, Kenneth Aguba.

Recall, Kenneth Aguba was reported have become a homeless man who currently lives in the streets.

Luckily, after hearing the news of his homelessness, Apostle Chibuzor Gift Chinyere stated on Facebook that he is ready to provide the actor with accommodation and feeding. He appealed to be given the contact of the Nollywood actor.
Apostle Chibuzor wrote:
“Who knows the contact of this actor should tell him to contact me immediately. Instead of him sleeping on the streets, I apostle chibuzor chinyere GO of OPM is giving him a free accommodation in one of the OPM free estates.
But I will not be establishing any business for him, only free accommodation. FEEDING ? No problem.
Is on record that OPM male estates which has been on from the old location to the new location has been feeding the men since 2017 that is 5 years free of charge.
And all the female rescued from the streets, we have feeding since 2016 that is 6 good years free of charge.
So as long as he is in the male estate, feeding would not be a problem for him.
But I will not be establishing any business for him.
And he can stay in the free of charge at the estate forever. Everything is fully funded through tithes and offerings in OPM Church.”
See his post below:

actor Aguba Apostle Chibuzor Chinyere FREE homeless House Kenneth Nollywood offers