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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Why Raising Boys in Today’s Society Is So Challenging – Deyemi Okanlawon
Nollywood actor, Deyemi Okanlawon, is not only a mega superstar actor, he is also a father of three sons and is in a new interview with Diary of a Niaja Girl, talking about the confusion that comes in trying to raise them, especially with today's world and ever changing dynamics between men and women. Deyemi made the revelation during a conversation about how modern dating has changed, but the rules still seem confusing because it looks like as much as men are supposed to change, they're also being asked not to change too much. Here is what Deyemi had to say about the whole thing.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
How It Feels to Be Nigeria's First Superhero - Stan Nze (VIDEO)
Nollywood is growing and doing things at a level now that we haven't in years past. Truly, it is very exciting to witness as a fan, and with a new superhero movie coming out this month on Prime Video, Nollywood is ready to try something new again.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
How I Feel about Wizkid and Davido Beef - Shizzi
Popular Nigerian music Shizzi who has produced some of Nigeria's biggest songs including "Peru", "Skelewu" by Davido, and "Love My Baby" by Wizkid, is talking about the ongoing beef between the latter two musicians, Wizkid and Davido.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
The One Type of Guy I DON'T Want to Date - Saskay
Media personality, reality TV star, video vixen, and actress Saskay is opening up in a new interview with The Punch about the one type of man she is trying to avoid getting romantically involved with. During the interview with Punch, Saskay disclosed the ideal kind of guy she's looking for, and what she is for sure NOT looking for. She also opened up about the right and wrong ways to meet her. And then, also adviced young creatives and upcoming people on how to navigate a life in entertainment, or pursuing any sort of creative endeavour. Here is what Saskay had to say about all these things.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
Why I've Washed My Hands Off Men - Waje
Nigerian singer and songwriter, Waje, is opening up in a new interview with Diary of A Naija Girl about why she is making the decision to wash her hands off men, at least for now. During a candid share, Waje explained why she's come to a point where she needs to take a break from men, and explains what led up to the decision, and the work she thinks she needs to do too to be able to mentally reframe her view on men as it stands right now. Here is what Waje had to say about her decision.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
How I Balance Romance Scenes with Husband Who is a Jealous Type – Uche Ogbodo
There is a lot that Nigerian actress and screen darling, Uche Ogbodo, has to balance right now. On a personal level, she got married last year to a new husband, Bobby Maris and is dealing with life as a fairly new wife. And then on a professional level, she still has a career as a working actress which she also has to face and give her all. Sometimes, these two roles of personal and professional intersect, and in a new interview with Saturday Sun, Uche Ogbodo is explaining how she manages it.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
"It's T-Paining Everybody..." - Iyabo Ojo Laments Current State of Nigeria
Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo is like many Nigerians, feeling the pinch of the economic times and lamenting about the severe state of the nation. Iyabo made her comments during an appearance on The Glasshouse podcast where she cried out about the state of the nation, the crumbling value of the naira, and many more. Here is what Iyabo Ojo had to say.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
How I Felt About Being on Gistlover's List - AY
About three weeks ago, social media was set abuzz when controversial Nigerian blogger, Gistlover, posted three batches of names including celebrities, politicians, and other public figures that the blogger alleged to be gay. It was a post that came out of nowhere, and was unsubstantiated by any other proof. Yet, the lists caught on like wildfire and the people on the list became the center of conversation on that day.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
5 Celebrities Reveal Their Part-Nigerian (2024)
There are a lot of Nigerians all over the world, and everyday, we hear about some new person, sometimes famous, who is also either fully Nigerian or partly Nigerian. Today, after the revelation of yet another major celebrity, yet another name joins the list. So, without further ado, we'll be counting down 5 celebrities who've also revealed their part Nigerian. Ready to see them? Here we go!
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
How Money Convinced Me to Direct Film I Still Don't Understand - Kunle Afolayan
Nigerian movie director Kunle Afolayan is opening up about taking opportunities, and doing projects, even when sometimes you don't really understand what exactly is going on. The celebrated movie director shared the story of how he made a film he still doesn't understand because the money was good at the third edition of Kunle Afolayan Productions (KAP) Film & Television Academy’s Reel Circle. Here is the story Kunle shared, and how much he was paid for the work.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
3 Things I ADMIT I Did Wrong In My Last Marriage - Toke Makinwa
Popular media personality Toke Makinwa is looking back on her marriage with clearer eyes and taking accountability on some of the things she now sees she too did wrong in her now-ended marriage. Making the revelations on a podcast with Madam Joyce, Toke got very honest in speaking about her ex-husband and their previous marriage. Here's what Toke Makinwa had to say.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
Why There's Nothing Like Marrying For Love - Pete Edochie
Nollywood legend and screen icon, Pete Edochie, is speaking about marriage and relationships during a new interview with media personality Blessing CEO, and during their conversation, Pete Edochie gave some controversial advice about marriage, and the role of love in the institution. Here is what the beloved actor had to say.
By Jide Okonjoabout a year ago in Humans
