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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What I've Experienced Doing Makeup for First Ladies - Banke Meshida Lawal
Nigerian make-up artist and founder of BMPro Makeup Group, a make-up and cosmetology firm in Nigeria, Banke Meshida Lawal is opening up about her experience doing make-up for first ladies such as Patience Jonathan; as well as giving advice to others like her who want to go into the path of make-up as a profession. Here's what Banke had to say.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
Musician Isoko Fela Marrying 3 Wives in One Day Explains Plan to Satisfy All Three
Uzere-born musician Arube Otor, popularly known as Isoko Fela, is causing a lot of conversation and has been ever since the flier of his upcoming wedding where he plans to wed three women at once started going viral. Now, duringan interviewwith The Punch, Isoko Fela opens up about why he is making the decision to marry three wives, as well as speaking on how he plans to satisfy all three women. Here's what he said.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
Why I Was Almost Fired From 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire' - Frank Edoho
Host of popular TV show Who Wants to Be a Millionaire Frank Edoho is opening up about how and why he was almost fired from the show due to allegations of being domestic violence in his marriage, during an interview with Chude. Here is what Frank Edoho had to say.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
Cinema Boss Reveals Why ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’ Appears to Be Getting Special Treatment
Femi Branch and a number of other Nollywood practitioners have cried out about what they believe to be the unjust treatment of certain movies in cinemas in favor of other movies.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
Stan Nze Reveals Scary Incident That Happened On-Set of ‘Suspicion’
The Prime Video supernatural thriler Suspicion which stars Stan Nze and a host of other popular cast members is a very action packed movie. And for something to be action packed on screen, that means that actors and stunt people on set need to get physical to bring the action to life. Sometimes, that can also mean putting people's bodies through dangerous scenarios.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
How and Why D'Banj Told Me to Start Carrying Walking Stick - Don Jazzy
One of Don Jazzy's most signature accessories over the years is his walking stick. Over the years, Don Jazzy has sported a number of walking sticks, and now in a new revelation, he opens up about why exactly he started carrying the walking stick, and opens up about how D'Banj heavily inspired that decision. Here's what Don Jazzy had to say.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
Why Many Are Tapping Into Sharon Ooja's Reply to Lilly Afe's Wish for Marriage
2024 was definitely a peppery year for the single people of social media. Left and right, people were posting news of engagements, marriages, and birth announcements. And for so many who have been wishing for this for themselves, the posts were overwhelming and sometimes got people emotional and thinking about their lives.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
What My Late Mother Revealed to Me in a Dream - Funke Akindele
Nollywood actress and box office queen Funke Akindele is opening up about the message her mother whispered to her in a dream after a year of not seeing her in any dreams. Funke Akindele made the revelation during her Praise Fiesta, and also opened up about what her plans for 2025 are. Here is what Funke Akindele had to say about both.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
Moyo Lawal Opens Up about Volatile 2024
Nollywood actress Moyo Lawal celebrated her birthday at the beginning of the year, Jan. 1st, and is opening up about the very volatile year she had. Moyo, who was the subject of a lot of criticism and worry especially concerning her looks last year, is opening up now about some of the things she endured during the past year. Here's what Moyo Lawal had to say.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
"Why Have You Not Taken Your Child For Prayers?" - J'odie Responds
Singer J'odie is responding to a well meaning but insensitive comment an evangelist made on her social media page, and honestly, the exchange is serving as a learning point and an eye opener to many people who have either had these same kind of questions upon seeing differently abled people, or who just are generally curious to know if the parents of these kids have taken their children for prayers? Here is what J'odie said when somebody asked her a question of this nature in relation to her own child's condition.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
‘I Was Judged and Labeled’ - Omoborty on Her Journey to Finding Love as a Single Mother
Nigerian actress and filmmaker Biodun Okeowo, popularly known as Omoborty is sharing her journey to finding true love as a single mother. Biodun who tied the knot at the tail end of last year is opening up about how she didn't think it would happen for her, and also reflecting on the one thing she wishes was different on her wedding day. Here is what Biodun had to say.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
7 Nigerian Celebrities Clocking 50 This Year (2025)
It's a new year, and with a new year comes a new age. This year, a number of people will be clocking the big FIFTY years old - the golden age. It is a big deal and an age most of us wish to meet and surpass. A number of our favorite Nigerian celebrities will this year be entering the fifth floor. Without further ado, here are 7 Nigerian celebrities who will be clocking 50 this year, 2025.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
