Independent Electoral Commission (INEC) has debunked the news milling about that the commission budgeted N6 billion to feed the Police during the election in 2019. In a statement issued, INEC said, “There is no budget head for feeding the police in the INEC Election Budget”. 232 Views
Author and Vlogger Toke Makinwa marked her late mother, Modupe Makinwa‘s posthumous birthday with an emotional message. The OAP took to Instagram today, Thursday, August 31, 2017. Recall that in her book “On Becoming” she revealed they, the media personality and her siblings, lost their parents to a fire when they were only kids. Now, she’s written about how much she misses her mother and wondered just how close they would be if she were alive. She wrote, “I called you in prayer today mama, if you were here you’ll be a year older but you not so I pray for your soul. My beautiful Rose Happy Birthday Mama, as I grow older I miss you more than words can tell, I wonder how close we would be if you were here, I carry you in my heart always I celebrate you every day. You served God, you were kind and your light shines still. Keep resting, keep praying for us, keep watching over us #August 31.” Meanwhile, Toke Makinwa is currently on set of her acting debut film titled, “Makate Must Sell.” Directed by Don Omope, who produced the highest grossing Nollywood movie “The Wedding Party,” “Makate Must Sell” assembles some popular comedy actors. The film features Makinwa alongside Toyin Aimakhu, Etim Effiong, Charles Okocha, Bisola Aiyeola, Nedu of Wazobia, Chigul among others. “Makate Must Sell” won’t be her first screen appearance in Nollywood. In 2015, she made a cameo appearance on Funke Akindele’s hit TV series, “Jenifa’s Diary,” sharing a scene with Akindele and Juliana Olayode. 221 Views
Her beauty never fails to radiate where ever she goes or in any of her numerous stunning photos. Funke Akindele on our photo of the day shares with us how a selfie is supposed to look like. She looks stunning with her ever bright smile. She is a priceless to watch on the red carpet as she always looks ready for it. She isn’t just beautiful, she also has a huge sense of humor which has made her a household name with the famous movie “Jenifa” which she has also turned in to a T.V. drama series. It would surprise you to know that Funke Akindele-Bello, popularly known as Jenifa, has reached 4 million followers on the social media platform – Instagram. This made her be the most followed female Nigerian celebrity and third most Nigerian celebrity on Instagram. She uses her Instagram account to uploaded snippets of her upcoming movies and series of Jenifa’s Dairy. Thus, granting her fans and followers an opportunity to see behind the scenes of some of her projects. 193 Views
We tak a look at some of the celebrities who have landed in South Africa to attend the wedding of Banky W and Adesua Etomi.
Based on Adewale’s childhood, “Farming” tells story of a young Nigerian boy, ‘farmed out’ by his parents to a white British family in the hope of a better future. Instead, he becomes the feared leader of a white skinhead gang. The upcoming autobiographical story features Nnaji alongside Hollywood actors Kate Beckinsale, Damon Idris and Gugu Mmbatha-Raw. Idris plays the young Nigerian boy, Enitan, Beckinsale plays the white foster mother Ingrid, while Mbatha-Raw plays a kind teacher who offers Enitan a chance at redemption. Nnaji’s role is currently unknown. Genevieve Nnaji, a Nollywood veteran who is popular for classic movies such as “Ije” and “Keeping Faith,” recently made her directorial debut with the upcoming movie, “LionHeart.” The movie which was shot in Enugu State features the actress in a lead role alongside Steve Eboh, Pete Edochie, Kalu Ikeagwu, Onyeka Onwenu, Nkem Owoh, Kanayo O Kanayo, Ngozi Ezeonu, Phyno, Peter Okoye among others. Written by C.J Fiery Obasi based on a screenplay by Ishaya Bako and Emil Garuba, “Lion Heart” follows the story of an Igbo family that is into transport business. Nnaji’s directorial debut comes after the success of the 2015 movie “Road to Yesterday,” which introduced her as a movie producer. Nnaji’s representative is yet to respond to Pulse Nigeria’s request for comment. 190 Views
Also starring Somkele Idhlama, Chinedu Ikedieze (Aki), Bimbo Manuel, Chioma Akpotha, DJ Xclusive, Deyemi Okanlawon, “Lara and the Beat” is a coming of age movie about the young and beautiful Giwa sisters caught in the center of a financial scandal with their late parents’ Media Empire. The sisters are forced out of their privileged bubble, and must learn to build their own future and salvage their family’s past. Lara and the Beat is a potpourri of music, fashion, romance, and comedy, it promises to be an instant favourite with huge global appeal. It also stars several industry heavyweights including Ademola Adedoyin, Shaffi Bello, Lala Akindoju, Wale Ojo, Akah Nnani, Uche Jombo and much more. In a brief chat with the movie’s executive producer, Biola Alabi, she said: “Lara and the Beat is a special project beyond what we accomplished with “Banana Island Ghost”. This is a movie with many layers and experiences for everyone. We and our partners are putting our best into this production. We want this production to be appealing to both our local and global audience.” “When I first heard the story idea and the cast list including many industry heavyweights I respect so much, I immediately knew this was a production I wanted to direct and be a part of. Lara and the Beat has been such an interesting journey so far, and I can’t wait for everyone to see what we are creating here,” says Tosin Coker, the movie director. “Lara and the Beat” is currently in the production phase and set to hit the cinemas in April 2018. 296 Views
It was another memorable moment as the moving train of the #7thNBMAwards Media 321 Views
As the #7THNBMAwards Media Tour progresses, it was the turn of 307 Views
As the #7THNBMAwards Media Tour of Lagos continues, the representatives of 392 Views
With over 150 contestants, Charles Alade has emerged the winner after 24-week 212 Views
In preparation for the 7th edition of the prestigious Nigerian Broadcasters Merit Awards (NBMA), the moving train of #7thNBMAwards Media Tour made a stopover at the CITY FM in Ikeja, Lagos. NBMA representatives were hosted by Benny Ark, the Head of Programmes 250 Views
That the seasoned Yoruba actor, Taiwo Babatunde Hassan otherwise known as Ogogo is not a media faddist, is like stating the obvious as the movie hunk rarely get in the news without a reason or convinced about the news platform. 184 Views