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Faleti: A great cultural loss , says Sugar.
A member of the Federal House of Representative, Hon. Olatoye Temitope Sugar has described the death of nollywood actor, Prof. Adebayo Faleti has a great loss for Nigeria in area of art and culture.
The lawmaker, who is representing Lagelu/Akinyele Federal Constituency said Faleti was one of nollywood’s most respected icon, fore-father, custodian of art and culture.
Hon. Olatoye, who received the news of Faleti’s death with shock, added that Nollywood has lost a great icon, legend and pillar.
He maintained that his great deeds and works will forever remain on the face of art and culture in Nigeria and the entire world at large.
He, however commiserate with the entire family, Oyo state and Nigeria in general.
Refreshing your memory, Faleti died on the 22nd July 2017 at the University College hospital Ibadan at 86.
He was a Nigerian poet, journalist, writer and actor. He was also known as a Yoruba translator, a broadcaster, TV exponent and a pioneer of the first television station in Africa, Western Nigeria Television (WNTV).
He was responsible for translating Nigeria’s National Anthem from English to Yoruba.
He also translated speeches being made by military president of Nigeria Ibrahim babangida and Chief Ernest shonekan, Head of National Interim Government of Nigeria, from English to Yoruba.
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Iyabo Ojo Reveals Painful Past: “I Was Raped Five Times in My Life”
Popular Nollywood actress, lyabo Ojo, has opened up about her traumatic experiences with sexual assault, revealing that she was a victim of rape on five separate occasions.
The emotional disclosure came during an interview with fellow actress, Biola Bayo on the talk show Talk to B.
In the heartfelt conversation, lyabo explained her staunch stance against sexual violence and her zero tolerance for rape apologists. She stressed that she would not hesitate to confront anyone guilty of the crime, even if it were her own son.
“I was raped five times in my life,” she said. “I discovered we have a lot of rape apologists. I don’t care who the person is; if that person is my son, I am going to come for him unapologetically.”
The actress also shared details of her challenging upbringing, revealing that she was raised by her grandmother and only met her mother at the age of seven.
“I grew up with my grandmother, who is half Delta and half Igbo. I think I was seven before I knew my mother,” she recounted.
lyabo further revealed the strained relationship she had with her father, who disowned her when she chose to marry her ex-husband against his wishes. Tragically, her father’s struggles with alcohol and drug addiction cut his life short at the age of 49.
“My dad did everything- alcohol and drugs -so it messed him up at a young age. He died at 49,” she said.
The actress also addressed rumours about her relationship with controversial singer, Naira Marley, clarifying that despite public perception, she has never met him in person.
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Wizkid Becomes First African Artist to Surpass 8 Billion Spotify Streams
Nigerian music sensation Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has achieved a monumental milestone, becoming the first African artist to amass over eight billion streams on Spotify.
This feat solidifies his reputation as a global music phenomenon and a trailblazer in the Afrobeats genre.
Leading this historic achievement is One Dance, his chart-topping collaboration with Canadian superstar Drake, which has garnered over 2 billion streams, making it his most-streamed track on the platform.
Also, Wizkid’s Made in Lagos (Deluxe Edition) album has racked up close to 1 billion streams, marking it as his most successful body of work to date.
In comparison, fellow Afrobeats heavyweight Burna Boy follows closely with 7.2 billion streams, placing him as the second most-streamed African artist on Spotify. Wizkid also reigns as the most-followed Afrobeats artist on the platform, a testament to his ever-expanding fanbase and global influence.
This remarkable achievement underscores the growing global appeal of Afrobeats and highlights Wizkid’s pivotal role in bringing African music to the forefront of the international stage. It is an inspiration for emerging artists across the continent, proving that African music has the power to break barriers and set new records on a global scale.
Wizkid’s groundbreaking success is not just a personal victory but also a significant moment for African music, which continues to captivate audiences around the world.
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Funke Akindele Breaks Records Again! ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’ Hits N500M in Just 12 Days
Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has once again redefined box office success with her latest movie, Everybody Loves Jenifa.
The film has made history as the fastest Nollywood production to gross N500 million, achieving the milestone in just 12 days.
The blockbuster had earlier set another record for the highest-grossing one-day performance of all time, raking in N87.8 million on its best day.
Announcing the milestone through her Instagram account, Akindele expressed heartfelt gratitude to her fans for their unwavering support.
Sharing a celebratory graphic highlighting the movie’s N511 million earnings, she wrote, “Thank you, Lord!! Thank you everyone!!! I couldn’t have done this without your love and support!!!! God bless you all!!”
Everybody Loves Jenifa is the latest installment in the popular Jenifa series, chronicling the comedic yet relatable escapades of the titular character, Jenifa, played by Akindele.
The movie features a star-studded cast, including Falz, Nancy Isime, Stan Nze, and Layi, who bring depth and charm to the production.
Akindele’s achievements in the film industry continue to set new standards. Her 2023 movie, A Tribe Called Judah, still holds the title of the highest-grossing Nigerian film of all time.
Fans and critics alike have hailed Everybody Loves Jenifa for its humor, relatability, and stellar performances, making it a must-watch in Nigerian cinemas. With this latest feat, Funke Akindele reaffirms her position as a trailblazer in Nollywood.
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