FORMER GOVERNOR UDOM EMMANUEL MOURNS LOSS OF HIS UNCLE The immediate past Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Mr. UDOM Emmanuel, has expressed his deep sadness over the passing of his uncle, Elder Edo Jonathan Ekim. In a statement, Mr. Udom Emmanuel described his uncle's death as "painful" but noted that he was consoled by the fact that his uncle lived long enough to witness the accomplishments of his children, particularly Ini Edo, a renowned Nollywood actress. Elder Edo Jonathan Ekim, who passed away at the age of 86, was a respected community leader and a devoted family man. The funeral ceremony, which was held at the QIC Primary School in Awa Iman, ONNA Local Government Area, was attended by dignitaries from across the state, including The Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno PhD represented by his deputy Senator (Dr) Akon Eyakenyi, traditional rulers, and celebrities. Mr. Udom Emmanuel's tribute to his late uncle highlights the close relationship they shared and the pride he feels in the accomplishments of his family members. The former governor's condolences have been echoed by many others who have taken to social media to pay their respects to the late Elder Edo Jonathan Ekim.

Before social media made Nollywood go viral, Osita Iheme (PawPaw) and Mr. Ibu had already put Nigerian cinema on the global map—especially in South Africa. According to Africa Fact Zone reports: “When Osita and Chinedu Ikedieze (Aki) visited in 2009, the love was so overwhelming that the police had to be called in to control the crowd! The streets shut down, and Nollywood’s influence became undeniable. In 2012, South Africa wasn’t just watching him—they were paying him. Vuzu TV handed him a $70,000 brand ambassador deal in just six months. Osita Iheme also stacked Multiple Awards too. ✅ Best Actor in a Comedy (AMVCA, 2014). ✅African iKon Award (Uganda, 2024). ✅Lifetime Achievement Award with Aki (AMAA, 2007). Before Netflix, before TikTok trends, before Nollywood had streaming power, Aki and PawPaw were already touring Sierra Leone, shaking up African cinema. This isn’t just success—this is legendary. Happy belated birthday to the African King of Memes, Osita Iheme aka Pawpaw who turned 43 years old on the 20th of February.

Photos: Iyabo Ojo daughter Priscilla ties knot with Tanzanian lover Juma Jux Priscilla Ojo, daughter of Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo, has tied the knot with Tanzanian artist Juma Jux in an Islamic wedding ceremony held in Tanzania on Friday. https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/02/photos-iyabo-ojo-daughter-priscilla-ties-knot-with-tanzanian-lover-juma-jux/

Such a pretty young lady gone so soon,rip will not be our portion this year 🙏🙏 #nollywood #danloader

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Ruth Kadiri is a Nigerian actress, screenwriter, and film producer. She has appeared in numerous Nollywood films and has gained a significant following in Nigeria and beyond. #dandiron

SAD😢💔👇 "I DON'T CARE HOW LONG ABBAS STAYS THERE, HE NEVER CARED WHEN HE WAS OUT! I C#RSE THE DAY I BIRTH HIM!!!" ~Hushpuppi's Mother cries "The day I gave birth to him, people celebrated and rubbed power but I never knew he would grow up to bring shame upon our family. I sold bread alongside his father who drives taxi to send him to secondary school, we even registered him where he can learn mechanic but he chose to be a thief. I do not wish any mother out there to have a son like Abbas because he represents shame. People will tell me they saw him on this thing you people call "so-sho" media driving big big cars and wearing big big clothes, but look at me I still sell bread and his father still drives taxis on higher purchase. Will you count me as somebody that had a child? No nah, he should stay there for a long time because he means nothing to us. May Allah forgive him of his sins if he returns people's money" #nollywood #follower #virals #everyone #viral #highlightseveryonefollowers #frypgシ #nigeriacelebrities

"BEFORE I DID AFRICAN QUEEN, I TOOK PERMISSION FROM ITS WRITER, BUT I WAS LATER BLACKM@.ILED FOR IT WHEN IT BECAME A HIT" -Innocent 2Baba Idibia "Over the years, I have been tagged the villain of the Plantashun history, some say I followed money and betrayed my brothers in the hustle. Others say I stole a song and made it my hit. I have ignored it all because I am an enigma and my life revolves around peace, I try not to chase the problematic side of life, my loving wife Ani would always urge me to say something and clear my name but I gave it time. I gave it time because time reveals all things. We are growing grey now, our kids shouldn't see themselves and say "Hey your daddy stole my daddy's song and made fame from it". That would drop the pride in my kids so I have to clear the air. What a lot of people do not know is that; I took permission from its writer as a professional would do. The writer told me "haba bro, we are brothers from Idoma, I am creative with writing, I can write another. This one Na the least track wey I get self wey go blow" He underestimated the African Queen, I went ahead to record it, energized and gave it a vibe with my voice and it went beyond Africa to the world. It became a global hit that pulled platinum sales for my former record label Kennis Music. African Queen became a movement that reawakened the awareness in the beauty of an African woman, it became a sound of the Pan-African spirit and it brought home an Award from MTv. As a peaceful man, I still contacted the writer to show him love from my own earnings, because as at that time, my whole doings were sponsored by Kennis so they controlled my funds. I offered the writer ₦2 million naira and a plot land in Otukpo Benue State but he told me he deserved more than that. I tried to make the writer understand this thing I am offering is coming from my small savings and will do more in future as I grow bigger. The writer needed more because he felt I was global and worth more with no consideration of me under a label. I even brought it to the attention of my King but the writer still stood his ground. At that point, I decided to move on and let destiny play its role because it was becoming a distraction in my career. The record label is operated like a football business, they do not just sign you to come and warm the bench but to bring home the accolades". Reposted... #Afrocania #follower #viral #virals #everyone #nollywood #highlightseveryonefollowers

The King and Queen of a new era for Nigerian Films. #SaveNollywood #AGhettoLoveStory is coming! #Nov22nd

"This man is massive and very good I just l0ve the fact that he could handle just mature women" - Lizzy Gold 😳😳 (VIDEO 👇🏾) Nollywood actress Lizzy Gold came out after watching the famous video from the Equatorial Guinea king Solomon, who has plans to extend his capacity to other countries as time goes on. The 28 years old actress did appreciate the man and thank God she was not carried away 👏 In her words 👇🏾 "This man is massive and very good all the women were just enjoying him and were okay with him taking a video of them" (VIDEO 👇🏾) Are thinking what am thinking 😶👀⁉️ #ariblaqblog