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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Chef T (DiaryofaKitchenLover) Talks about Collaboration, Being Proud (VIDEO)
Popular Nigerian chef and content creator Diary of a Kitchen Lover popularly known as Chef T is opening up about humility and collaboration. Her words are especially timely because earlier today, there were reports that actress Funke Akindele unfollowed her on social media, and later another actress Wunmi Toriola called her out for being too prideful and not being open to collaboration. In Chef T's video however, she said:
By Jide Okonjo12 months ago in Humans
Uzor Arukwe and Ufuoma McDermott React to People Bashing 'Odogwu' Character
Over the last couple of days, Omoni Oboli's Youtube movie Love in Every Word has been the talk of the town. The movie which stars reality TV star and actress Bambam alongside beloved Nollywood actor Uzor Arukwe has been getting a lot of love, and criticism for different reasons.
By Jide Okonjo12 months ago in Humans
Williams Uchemba Sounds Warning to Abuja Residents, Shares Scary Experiences (VIDEO)
Nollywood actor Williams Uchemba is sounding a warning to people living in Nigeria, especially in Abuja, about the kind of places they are staying following his personal experience living there and other happenings he's been hearing about. Taking to social media, Williams Uchemba spoke saying:
By Jide Okonjo12 months ago in Humans
Funke Akindele Gets Real About Pressures Resulting from Her Success (VIDEO)
Nollywood actress Funke Akindele is the current reigning box office queen after having smash after smash movie at the Nigerian cinemas raking over 1 billion naira for two consecutive movies so far A Tribe Called Judah and Everybody Loves Jenifa. With such success also comes mounting pressure and an expectation people have of her. However, in a new interview with TVC's Your View ladies, Funke Akindele opens up about how she's actually dealing with this and give tips on navigating pressure, building confidence, and more.
By Jide Okonjo12 months ago in Humans
Why "I Love You Like That" Isn't Always Helpful - Real Warri Pikin
Nigerian comedian, actress, and producer Anita Asuoha popularly known as Real Warri Pikin is opening up during a new interview with TVC about why the whole "I love you like that" mindset isn't always helpful. She made the revelation during a segment when she was asked how she was able to enter into her 'soft girl era' and give tips on how to better yourself. Here's what Real Warri Pikin had to say in response.
By Jide Okonjo12 months ago in Humans
Reactions Follow Iyabo Ojo's Shocking Moment in New Movie (VIDEO)
Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo is gearing up for the release of her epic cinema movie Labake Olododo which will be hitting cinemas on the 28th of March. Speaking about the movie and why people should watch it, Iyabo Ojo revealed about the movie saying:
By Jide Okonjo12 months ago in Humans
"Nollywood will frustrate you" - Ronke Oshodi-Oke Gets Real about Nollywood
Ibironke Ojo widely known as Ronke Oshodi Oke is a celebrated Nigerian film actress, producer, and musician who began her acting career with the drama group, Star Parade, and became well-known after her role in the 2000 movie Oshodi Oke, which gave her the popular name Oshodi Oke. Now, in a new interview with The Nation, Ronke Oshodi Oke is getting real about Nollywood, opening up about the personal issues she encounters as an actress in the industry, as well as speaking about other general issues facing the industry. Here's what Ronke Oshodi Oke had to say.
By Jide Okonjo12 months ago in Humans
Why I No Longer Rely on Money From Entertainment - Erica Nlewedim
In recent years, fans of reality television star Erica Nlewedim, widely recognized for her participation in Big Brother Naija, have noticed that the actress is no longer as actively online as she once used to be. In fact, even in the Nigerian movie industry, she hasn't been as active after the show as people thought that she would be. Now, in a new interview with Saturday Beats, Erica is revealing why this is the case and what she has been up to instead. Here's what Erica had to say.
By Jide Okonjo12 months ago in Humans
Dele Momodu Pulls Ears of Those Comfortable in Nigeria But Trying to Japa
Nigerian journalist and speaker Dele Momodu is speaking about the realities of the 'japa' syndrome and cautioning people on what they should expect, and why people who are already well-off shouldn't abscond from Nigeria if they think going abroad will give them a better life. Speaking during the Teju Babyface show, Dele Momodu said:
By Jide Okonjo12 months ago in Humans
Korede Bello Speaks about His Mental Health, Reveals Where He's Been (Photo)
Popular Nigerian singer Korede Bello who is most popularly known for once being a member of Mavin Records, and recording hit songs like "Do Like That", "Godwin", and more is opening up in a new social media post about mental health, spiritual health, and where he has been.
By Jide Okonjo12 months ago in Humans
#NatashaAkpoti: Tacha Lambasts Nigerians, Influencers, And More (VIDEO)
Still on the topic of the suspension of Sen. Natasha Akpoti who was suspended after a dispute with Sen. Godswill Akpabio who she accused of sexual harrassment, reality TV star Tacha is giving her thoughts about the issue. Taking to social media, Tacha said:
By Jide Okonjo12 months ago in Humans
