Author: Akintayo Adams

Nollywood veteran Bimbo Manuel has claimed that no actor in Nigeria can buy Range Rover from acting alone. Manuel, who spoke while featuring in a recent episode of the TVC programme, Your View said some actors are living “fake” lives. “The actors you see flaunting Range Rovers and mansions in Ikoyi are living fake lives. “No actor in Nigeria would say he or she can buy a Range Rover from acting fees alone,” he said. The 66-year-old said he doesn’t care about living a flamboyant lifestyle because he likes “a humble and realistic life”. Get instant and latest news updates…

The Ọọ̀ni of Ifẹ̀, Oba Adéyẹyè Ẹnitàn Ògúnwùsì – Ọ̀jájá II, emphasized the importance of supporting Nigerian-made goods and services, describing it as a key step toward economic independence. Speaking at the launch of Ojaja Mini City Park in Akure, he advocated for local products as a source of pride and national development, showcasing the park’s 90% use of Nigerian materials. “We won’t continue to cry over spilled milk. We know that we have housing deficits in the country but we need to make do with what we have to get results. We need to buy Nigeria, we need to…

Desmond Elliot, Nollywood actor and politician, addressed recent rumors about his sexuality after being named among celebrities allegedly involved in homosexuality. In an interview with TVC, Elliot dismissed the accusations as baseless and unimportant, adding that he is more focused on addressing significant issues than on responding to malicious rumors. He said: “Why would I respond to allegations made against me when it did not reduce or increase my life? Secondly, it is an opinion that is being conceived. And I don’t think it is necessary for me to come out and say it’s true or not true; as long…

Paul Okoye, popularly known as Rudeboy and one-half of PSquare, has accused his twin brother, Peter Okoye (Mr. P), and his producer of song theft. After their recent split, Mr. P released a song titled “Winning,” which Rudeboy claims was originally his. In an Instagram post, Rudeboy alleged he had written and recorded the song with the same producer, only for it to be re-recorded by Mr. P using the same lyrics. He also expressed frustration about management reusing his submitted tracks. “Song title: Winning. “Written and sang by Rudeboy “Produced by same producer. “Now how come? Now am I…

Fenerbahçe’s manager Jose Mourinho received a €20,178 fine and a one-match ban following his “smells bad” remarks directed at VAR official Atilla Karaoglan after Fenerbahce’s win over Trabzonspor. The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) labeled Mourinho’s comments as unsportsmanlike, adding an extra fine of about €1,300. TFF issued a statement, saying: “The post-match flash interview and press conference are evaluated as a whole; the statements in question are contrary to sportsmanship, sports ethics or the concept of fair play, damage the reputation of the TFF, aim to diminish the value of Turkish football, cast a shadow over the impartiality of the…

Big Brother Naija stars Wanni and Handi Danbaki recently shared a story about swapping identities. Handi revealed that she once had two dates lined up with different men at the same time, leading her to ask Wanni to go on one date in her place. This playful switch allowed both to explore how people react differently based on perceived identity. She said, “Back then in university, I had two dates. I don’t even know why I even picked them at the same time. “One day with two different guys. So I was like, ‘Wanni, I have these two guys, they…

Vivian Wilson, the transgender daughter of Elon Musk, announced her decision to leave the USA following Donald Trump’s recent election victory. The 20-year-old expressed her discomfort with Trump’s return in a post on Threads. “I don’t see my future in the United States,” she wrote. “I’ve thought this for a while, but yesterday confirmed it for me. Even if he’s only in office for four years, even if anti-trans regulations don’t materialise, the people who voted for this arent going anywhere anytime soon”. Born Xavier Musk in 2004, she filed to legally change her name and gender in April 2022,…

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in response to violent clashes involving Israeli football fans in Amsterdam, has dispatched two rescue planes to the Netherlands on Friday. The incidents erupted after a game between Ajax Amsterdam and Maccabi Tel Aviv, linked to the Jewish community, with social media videos showing street confrontations. Dutch authorities, having arrested 57 people, condemned the attacks, pledging prosecution for those involved. Israeli officials and Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof have both condemned the violence, which reflects rising tensions amid ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict-related protests across Europe. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

United States President-elect, Donald Trump has named Susie Wiles, a longtime GOP operative, as his White House chief of staff. Wiles, serving as Trump’s campaign manager, is credited with organizing his most disciplined campaign to date. Trump acknowledged her significant contributions during his victory speech on Wednesday. “Susie Wiles just helped me achieve one of the greatest political victories in American history, and was an integral part of both my 2016 and 2020 successful campaigns. “It is a well deserved honor to have Susie as the first-ever female Chief of Staff in United States history. I have no doubt that…

The naira appreciated significantly against the dollar in the foreign exchange market as FX supply surged. According to FMDQ data, the naira strengthened to ₦1639.50 against the dollar on Thursday from ₦1,681.65 exchanged on Wednesday. This represents a ₦42.15 appreciation. Meanwhile, at the black market, the naira depreciated to ₦1750 per dollar on Thursday from between ₦1720 and ₦1735 exchanged on Wednesday. This comes as FX transaction turnover increased to $244.96 million on Thursday from $196.78 million recorded the previous day. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.