Nollywood actor Kevin Ikeduba has expressed strong dissatisfaction with the film industry, criticizing it for its insincerity and lack of genuine affection.

The talented actor highlighted how the industry is saturated with individuals portraying false personas, pretending to be something they are not. Although he refrained from naming specific individuals, he emphasized that the industry harbors some of the most insincere individuals who struggle to exhibit genuine affection towards one another.

In a resurfaced video clip, he remarked on the prevalence of fake personas among actors and actresses, urging them to alter their behavior.

“It’s a fact, I can’t help but laugh whenever I hear people talk about social media being fake. Look at social media… it’s a novice compared to Nollywood. In the Nollywood movie industry… that’s where you find the fakest lifestyles and the fakest people. If you believe I’m part of them, that’s your opinion, and I respect that.

Why don’t you guys in Nollywood help yourselves? You see each other but you can’t extend a helping hand. Living fake lives, pretending to be someone you’re not. Who told you that you’re a celebrity, you who is trying to act like one? Have you ever gone to the market and caused a commotion or traffic because of your presence?

You all need to change your ways, there’s no love in Nollywood. Stop pretending. If you don’t like someone, be honest about it, don’t pretend”, he expressed in pidgin.

The resurfaced clip emerged shortly after Yoruba actress Motilola Akinlami bravely called out her senior colleague, Kunle Afod, and his wife, Desola Afod, for obstructing her career.

In a lengthy video, she poured out her grievances about the mistreatment she has endured from her fellow colleagues, attributing it to Kunle Afod’s interference. She recounted how Desola Afod defamed her on social media with baseless allegations.

Motilola pleaded with Kunle to cease defaming her character, as she no longer desired any association with him.

In a previous incident, Kiitan Bukola criticized an unnamed colleague for manipulating a movie producer against her. She recounted being rejected by a movie producer due to this colleague’s influence, though she did not disclose the individual’s identity.

Addressing her colleague, she urged her to cease being hypocritical and to express her true feelings rather than resorting to false displays of affection.

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Nollywood actress and politician Tonto Dikeh recently shared her feelings of discomfort after receiving an unexpected invitation from her Caucasian friend. The invitation was for a rather unconventional event – a Zoom burial for her friend’s deceased cat.

Dikeh, who is known for her candid and outspoken nature, expressed her surprise and bemusement at the invitation. Despite the unusual nature of the event, she indicated her willingness to participate, showing her support for her friend during this time of loss.

The actress’s disclosure of the invitation to attend a virtual funeral for a cat sparked a mix of reactions among her followers and fans. Some found the situation amusing, while others empathized with Dikeh’s sense of obligation to her friend, regardless of the circumstances.

Dikeh’s openness about the invitation highlights the unique cultural differences and social norms that can exist between friends from different backgrounds. While such events might seem unconventional to some, they can hold significant meaning and importance for others, reflecting the diverse ways in which individuals process grief and express empathy.

Overall, Dikeh’s candid revelation serves as a reminder of the importance of respecting and understanding the perspectives and traditions of others, even if they differ from our own. It also underscores the value of friendship and support, regardless of the circumstances surrounding it.

As widely anticipated, Nollywood actress Angela Okorie has criticized her fellow actor, Zubby Michael, for his public cash donation to the family of their late colleague, Junior Pope.

According to a report by Kemi Filani, Zubby Michael had displayed generosity towards the family of the deceased during his funeral by presenting them with substantial amounts of money.

In a post on her Instagram story, Angela expressed disapproval of Zubby’s actions, suggesting that if he truly intended to support Junior Pope’s family financially, he should have done so discreetly. She recalled instances where she covertly assisted him financially and rebuked him for orchestrating a public display of his donation by hiring a videographer.

Angela admonished Zubby to refrain from such ostentation and insinuated her awareness of his tendency towards self-promotion.

“Zubby, if you genuinely wanted to assist Junior Pope’s family, you should have done so discreetly. The way I used to quietly offer you financial support back in the day, without anyone’s knowledge. Yet, you chose to orchestrate a public spectacle by having a videographer capture you presenting bundles of money to JP’s family. We are all familiar with your penchant for self-promotion. Just leave, please.

Junior Pope was a young individual. The ostentatious display of wealth was unnecessary. However, as someone lacking in sophistication, you evidently lack the discernment to know when to exhibit decorum. Do you believe you have more money than all the dignitaries present? Foolish.”

Over the weekend, Zubby made a surprising appearance at Junior Pope’s funeral, eliciting varied reactions from observers. Ossai Success Ovie, an aide to the Delta State Governor, expressed disappointment with Zubby’s choice of attire, describing his red T-shirt as both irritating and disrespectful to the deceased.

Angela Okorie also criticized Zubby’s presence at the funeral, suggesting that it was motivated more by a desire for self-promotion than genuine affection for the deceased. She further disparaged his attire, likening it to that of an occultist.

Following Junior Pope’s passing, Zubby faced criticism from netizens for his perceived lack of public mourning, despite serving as the best man at the deceased’s wedding. Responding to these criticisms, Zubby urged his detractors to refrain from judgment, emphasizing that not every sentiment needs to be shared online.

Angela Okorie insinuated that Zubby refrained from posting about Junior Pope’s death because he was preoccupied with other matters, including his pursuit of industry dominance.

Additionally, Angela highlighted the fact that Zubby had served as Junior Pope’s best man at his wedding, yet failed to publicly acknowledge him upon his death.

Former reality TV star Chomzy has issued a poignant warning to single individuals via her Instagram story. She urged them to be mindful of the invisible ticking clock of time and advised them to reciprocate love from those who love them while embracing life’s joys.

Emphasizing the irretrievability of lost time, she underscored the importance of seizing the present moment. In her message, she stated, “Keep in mind that there is a clock ticking that we can’t see. Love whoever loves you and enjoy life. Know that you can never be younger than you are today. You cannot get today back ever again. Make use of the time well. You are getting older now.”

In a heartwarming turn of events, congratulations poured in for Chomzy and her husband at the beginning of May as they welcomed their first child. Her husband shared the news on Instagram, showcasing the tiny hand of their little prince. The announcement was met with a flood of well-wishes from fans and celebrities alike.

Additionally, just four days ago, BBN’s Sheggz and Bella demonstrated their support by gifting Chomzy bundles of cash and other items during their visit to her newborn son. In a video circulating online, Bella is seen cradling the newborn while Sheggz engages in conversation with Chomzy’s husband.

Nollywood actor and media personality Yul Edochie recently shared an adorable video on his Instagram page featuring himself and his wife, Judy Austin. In the video, the couple sings Justin Bieber’s popular song, “I Don’t Care.” He captioned the post:

“I know you all have missed our videos. We have some new ones dropping soon. You all will love it. For now, enjoy this one from Isimili jiofor and Ijele Isimili.”

He also tagged his beautiful wife, Judy Austin, in the post.

Earlier in January 2024, Yul Edochie publicly declared his deep affection for Judy Austin, calling her Ijele Odogu and sharing a lovely picture of her.

In 2023, Kemi Filani reported that Yul’s aunt, Rita Edochie, had sent a stern message to Judy Austin via Instagram, stating that anyone who tries to take her husband would face severe consequences. She also implied it was time for Yul to be freed from Judy Austin’s influence.

In March 2024, May’s lawyer took to social media to reveal that Yul Edochie and Judy Austin had pleaded guilty to adultery charges, strengthening May’s case against them. The lawyer posted a video discussing the divorce proceedings and what to expect in the upcoming court case.

Nollywood actress Motilola Akinlami has penned a heartfelt message of appreciation to express her gratitude for the overwhelming support she received after speaking out against her senior colleague Kunle Afod and his wife, Desola Afod.

The articulate actress expressed her astonishment at the flood of love and messages she received on her Instagram page in response to her videos. Having been relatively invisible for the past five years, she confessed to harboring doubts about the level of attention and feedback her videos would attract.

Motilola is deeply thankful to everyone who stood by her, showering her with love and sending comforting words during this time. She has made a commitment to personally respond to each message and expressed her prayers for God’s protection over those who defended her.

Wow, when I posted those videos, I had no idea it would get the attention it got as I have become invisible over the last couple of years…

I am extremely grateful for the support, love, and kind words I received .
Such a massive outpour of Love…DM’s and Calls…

To everyone who took time out to show concern
I am grateful
I do not take you for granted..

Thank you so much..

Let’s keep moving

I will respond to all messages pls just give me sometime..

It’s all LOVE from this end

God bless you all

May God defend us all in places where we have lost our voice…!

Thank you all so much.”

A short while back, Kemi Filani reported on Motilola Akinlami’s bold confrontation of Kunle Afod and Desola Afod, accusing them of obstructing her career.

In a lengthy video, Motilola poured out her heart about the mistreatment she endured from her colleagues, attributing it to Kunle Afod’s interference. She cited instances where Kunle allegedly prevented figures like Femi Adebayo, Joke Jigan, and others from offering her job opportunities or collaborating with her on productions.

She earnestly appealed to Kunle Afod to cease tarnishing her reputation, asserting her lack of interest in maintaining any relationship with him.

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Nollywood actress Angela Okorie has addressed Nigerians, clarifying that her recent outbursts are not indicative of a mental breakdown.

In the past few days, the actress has been publicly criticizing her colleagues, including Mercy Johnson and Zubby Michael. This led many to speculate about her mental well-being.

On her Instagram story, Angela expressed frustration at how her words were being misconstrued as signs of madness. She highlighted the irony of photoshopped images depicting her alongside Mercy Johnson and Zubby Michael, likening them to individuals with mental illness.

Angela accused her detractors of seeking to defame her character and disrupt her truth. She admonished Zubby and Mercy to cease their attempts to tarnish her reputation, warning them that this is only the beginning of her response.

In her words, “If you go to Facebook and some of these social media platforms, you’ll see outrageous claims about people’s parents having mental health issues. Imagine. They are twisting my words into madness, despicable individuals. Even the photos of me merged with theirs, Zubby M and Mercy, make them appear more deranged. You people, all you know is destruction, just like the devil. Keep funding campaigns to smear my name despite my warnings for you to leave me be. This is just the start.”

Recall that after the passing of Junior Pope, Angela Okorie publicly criticized Zubby for not publicly mourning his former best friend. She accused Zubby of relentlessly striving to be the top figure in the industry, and she didn’t hold back in slamming his appearance at the funeral, suggesting it was more for show than genuine grief. Angela even went as far as comparing his attire to that of occultists and criticized his monetary gifts to the family.

Angela didn’t spare Mercy Johnson either, declaring it was time for her to be held accountable. She accused both Mercy and her mother of practicing witchcraft. Later, in an Instagram Live session with Mercy Johnson’s former close friend, allegations of witchcraft were thrown, with claims suggesting Mercy was complicit in Nollywood-related deaths and had supposedly manipulated the destinies of Style Plus, a famous music group, and her fellow actors.

Addressing her critics, Angela stood firm, asserting that numerous individuals were reaching out to her with information exposing Mercy. However, neither Zubby Michael nor Mercy Johnson have responded to her accusations.