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We Can’t Raise Ransom For Kidnapped Actors, AGN Cry Out

We Can’t Raise Ransom For Kidnapped Actors, AGN Cry Out

July 31, 2022 4:48 am

The President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Emeka Rollas, has disclosed that the guild cannot raise funds to pay the ransom of their kidnapped members.

Africa Daily News, New York recalls that after two days two members of the AGN, Clemson Cornell and Cynthia Okereke, were kidnapped in Enugu, and their kidnappers have demanded a ransom of $100,000.

In an interview with Sunday Scoop, Rollas said ‘The Actors Guild of Nigeria cannot set apart funds for rescuing kidnapped actors, because we have not even set aside funds to help ailing actors. The insecurity in the nation is affecting everybody, …

I Suffered Depression After My Husband Took A 2nd Wife – May

I Suffered Depression After My Husband Took A 2nd Wife – May

July 21, 2022 5:01 am

The first wife to popular Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie has revealed how she battled serious depression after her husband publicly took a second wife a few months ago.

Africa Daily News, New York recalls that Edochie’s second marriage had caused controversy online after he embraced polygamy, announcing the birth of his son with his second wife.

The actor and his second wife, Judy Austin had worked together on several movies which brought their attention to Nigerians.

His decision was widely criticised, however, the actor who has turned politician insisted that his first wife still remains number one.

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One Million Boys Cult: Police IG Orders Probe On Portable

One Million Boys Cult: Police IG Orders Probe On Portable

July 18, 2022 5:41 pm

After much outcry and petitions, Usman Baba who is the Inspector General of Police, Nigeria  has ordered the investigation of Habib Okikiola better known as Portable for making claims of being the founder and part of the one million boys association.

The controversial street artiste had made this revelation in a trending video which he took down after some hours. Portable had also announced that he formed the notorious cult groups, One Million Boys and Ajah Boys.

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These Lagos street gangs are known for their violent activities, …

How I Founded Lagos Gangs, 1 Million Boys, Portable Opens Up

How I Founded Lagos Gangs, 1 Million Boys, Portable Opens Up

July 18, 2022 10:18 am

Popular Nigerian artiste, Habib Okikiola (Portable) has made an explosive admission where he claimed that he played a big role in founding dreaded criminal groups in Lagos and the Southwestern part of the country. 

The controversial singer announced on Monday that he founded two notorious gangs in Lagos a few years ago.

Portable made the comment while boasting that he was not scared of anyone.

In a trending video, he said: ‘Open your ears and be listening.

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He boasted; ‘Have you heard of Ajah boys, one million boys? …

Family Unveils Funeral Plans For Actress Ada Ameh

How Ada Ameh Slumped, Died In Delta State Hospital

July 18, 2022 10:09 am

Another tragedy has befallen the Nigerian Nollywood sector as Emeka Rollas, who is the President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, AGN, had confirmed that Ada Ameh had died on Sunday at a Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) hospital in Delta State.

According to reports, the actress had kicked the bucket in Warri, Delta State around 11 pm on Sunday.

Ada Ameh was said to have been a guest of an oil company bigwig and his family when she had suddenly collapsed. It was gathered that she was rushed to the NNPC’s hospital but passed on before they arrived the …

202 Why I Won’t Campaign For Any Politician – I Go Dye

2023: Why I Won’t Campaign For Any Politician – I Go Dye

July 18, 2022 3:08 am

Popular comedian, Francis Agoda, aka I go Dye, has revealed why he is not ready to stake his integrity by campaigning for any politician ahead of the 2023 general elections.

In an interview with Sunday Scoop which was monitored by Africa Daily News, New York on Sunday, he said, ‘I will not stake my integrity for any politician, even if I am offered N1bn, because some of them often abuse the trust given to them. What comfort have they given to the electorate? The major sacrifices made for them (by Nigerians) have not made life more meaningful for the people.…

American Rapper, Kodak Black Arrested For Hard Drug Possession

American Rapper, Kodak Black Arrested For Hard Drug Possession

July 16, 2022 1:06 pm

American rapper, Kodak Black seems to be having a bad time for himself as he has been arrested and taken to a Florida jail after cops allegedly caught him with some oxycodone pills on him.

The 25-year-old rapper had been pulled over due to illegal window tinting, and after the cops had smelled marijuana in the vehicle, they conducted a stop and search.

Breaking the news, TMZ reports that officers claimed to have discovered 31 oxycodone pills in the rapper’s vehicle. Asides from the large amounts of the drug found in the car, officers also found $74,960 in cash.

Oxycodone …

How Chacha Eke Allegedly Snatched Gay Husband From Colleague

How Chacha Eke Allegedly Snatched Gay Husband From Colleague

July 16, 2022 6:11 am

Fresh reports have emerged indicating that popular Nollywood actress, Chacha Eke actually snatched her ex-husband, Austin Faani from her colleague in the industry, Eve Esin 

Controversial faceless IG blog, Gistlovers on Friday rolled out exclusive reports on how Chacha Eke snatched Austin Faani, who was a movie editor then from her colleague, Eve Esin  and later got married to him despite knowing he’s gay.

According to Gistlovers, Chacha did this in a bid to rise to the top, especially because of the ill-treatment she received from Eve Esin.

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2023 My Social Media Followers Will Give PDP Victory - Funke

2023: My Social Media Followers Will Give PDP Victory – Funke

July 15, 2022 7:58 am

Funke Akindele, the Deputy governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), in Lagos State has given reason she will defeat the All Progressives Congress (APC), in the 2023 election saying that she has about 20m followers across social media platforms who will help her record victory.

Africa Daily News, New York recalls that the APC had said Funke had nothing to offer as the PDP deputy guber candidate and that she would lose in the forthcoming election.

When asked how she plans to defeat the ruling party in Lagos, Funke in an interview with Channels Tv on Thursday …

2023 Voting Better Than Going To Church – Kanayo Kanayo

2023: Voting Better Than Going To Church – Kanayo Kanayo

July 14, 2022 7:53 am

Veteran actor, Kanayo O Kanayo has declared that Nigerians who are yet to get their Permanent Voter’s Card (PVC) are part of the problem in the country insisting that voting during elections is better than going to Church or Mosque. 

The movie star made this known via a video shared on his Instagram page on Thursday.

Kanayo pointed out that Nigerians have the power to save the country by going to vote, rather than going to church or mosque to pray.

Highlighting the problems in the country, the 60-year-old actor pleaded with Nigerians, who collect money from politicians to cast …

2023 How APC Paid Me To Endorse Tinubu – Singer Portable

2023: How APC Paid Me To Endorse Tinubu – Singer Portable

July 14, 2022 5:29 am

Popular street-pop artiste, Habeeb Okikiola, also known as Portable, has revealed that he was paid to endorse the All Progressive Congress (APC) presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu.

Portable had come under fire on social media Portable had come under fire on social media after declaring support for APC in the upcoming Osun State governorship election on his Instagram page.

In the video posted on Wednesday, he also asked Nigerians to vote for Tinubu in the 2023 presidential election.

Portable, however, fired back at his critics, saying he was only doing his job, as the ruling party had paid him to …

BBNaija Set To Return, Organisers Raise Grand Prize To ₦100m

BBNaija Set To Return, Organisers Raise Grand Prize To ₦100m

July 6, 2022 6:06 am

Reports reaching Africa Daily News, New York at the moment has it that Multichoice Nigeria has announced that it is set to commence another edition of the Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) reality show.

The show, it pointed out, will return for its seventh season in less than three weeks with a double launch show on July 23 and 24.

‘BBNaija is staying true to its reputation of having the biggest cash prize for any reality (TV) competition on the continent,’ it said. ‘This season’s winner will take home a grand prize worth ₦100 million that includes ₦50 million cash and …

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