Nonso Diobi Revealed Why He's Taking Break From Nollywood

 Popular actor Nonso Diobi (a native of Nawfia, a small town in Anambra State) has explained why he took a six-year break from the local movie scene dubbed Nollywood.

The thespian who opened up in a recent interview with Hip TV said that he had to take a break from the local movie scene to gain more knowledge in moviemaking.

He said; “So basically, I put it this way. I always take time off to acquire more knowledge, to become something else in entertainment, and to also keep giving my followers what they want. Basically, that’s why I have been off the scene for so long.”

Nonso Diobi who made his debut in a 2001 film titled Border Line said that he has evolved from acting to filmmaking and also informed that he has two new movies in the pipeline.

“…I am coming back with a bang. “Right now, I have two movies in the works and I will be making it known to the public pretty soon. At the moment, I can officially tell you that I am a filmmaker also, not just the regular Nonso Diobi movie star that you know. So I’m also into directing now. I’m producing my own movies, and very soon, the fans will really understand why I took some time off. Because entertainment is my life,” he stated.

Saheed Balogun Looses Sister

 Nollywood actor, Saidi Balogun’s younger sister, Idiat Balogun Aminu is dead.

In a heartbreaking post on his Instagram page, he paid tribute to his late sister.

”اجِعُو
ʾinnā lillāhwa-ʾinnā ʾilayhi rājiʿūna

With great sadness in my heart, I mourn the passing away of my lovely younger sister, Idiat Balogun Aminu.

I am grateful to God that I shared womb with you, Idiat. You will forever live in my heart and mind. Rest on my dear sister. I will miss you,” Balogun wrote.

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Portable Fled After Being Advised To Do Body Wash

Popular Nigerian street-hop singer, Adekunle Temitope, popularly known as Small Doctor, has explained why Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable left his house after gaining fame.

Small Doctor, in an interview with the Echo Room on Thursday, said Portable fled after being advised to do a body wash.

He said, “When he met me, I told him that he has to do body wash to look good but he disagreed because he believed I want to use packaging to kill him.

“I continually advised him to stop doing like a tout, and dress properly, adding that he was a superstar.

The Agege-born star also added that Portable has been his boy since 2018 when he has been attending his concert.

On what led to their disagreement, Small Doctor said, “DJ Spirit had called me that day that he has an artiste, Portable that he wants me to jump on his song (Zazuu). I was surprised to see that my conversation with them on social media which attracted calls from several people including my manager.

“A few days later, my DJ told me that Olamide and Pocolee has featured in the song and I was surprised to see that there was an artwork for the song already.

“I was happy to see that because I know that their prestige will help boost the song and it blew.

Small Doctor, however, said he challenged the arrangement of names on the cover because it read, “Pocolee featuring Portable and Olamide because he was the owner of the song and it should reflect that he’s featuring both of them on the song.

The Omo Iya Teacher-crooner said after he (Portable) became a superstar with the song, he convinced him on several attempts to set up a music camp and it was there he wrote the songs ‘Clear’ and ‘neighbour’ for him.

“Portable insisted that I be on one of them for him since I have been helping him all along so I chose the ‘neighbour’ track.

Recall that Portable had shaded the singer during his rant session on an Instagram live alleging that he (Small Doctor) sent some ‘awawa’ boys after him, and ordered them to strip him naked so that he can come in to rescue him like a messiah.

Angered by the development, Portable made sure to let his colleague know that he is worse than him in the ways of the street while raining curses on him.

I Was So Broke, I Had To Close My Account – Singer Joeboy On Bankruptcy

Nigerian singer, Joseph Akinfenwa Donus, popularly known as Joeboy, has opened up about dealing with bankruptcy at a point in his career.

He said after he hit stardom, he fell off at a point and went into bankruptcy.

The ‘Cubana’ crooner disclosed this in a recent interview with Dose Of Society.

He said, “I’m one of the biggest artistes out of Africa right now but there was a time I hit rock bottom. I had no money. I was so broke, I had to close my [bank] account.

“I just want to use this story as motivation for anybody going through difficulties at this point in time. Don’t try to end things. It can always get better. And that’s for sure. I’m a living example.”

DAILY POST recalls that Joeboy recently revealed that he has spent roughly N50 million on his girlfriend in the last two years.

He said he is not sure about the figure, adding that it could be far more than that.

Nicki Minaj Sued For Damaging Borrowed Jewelry

Famous Trinidadian-American rapper, Nicki Minaj has reportedly been sued by a jewelry store for not paying for loaned custom jewelry pieces which they claim she damaged.

The rapper was taken to court by a luxury West Hollywood jewelry boutique, Roseark, TMZ reported.

Nicki’s stylist, Brett Alan Nelson was said to have signed a contract with Roseark store to borrow pieces of jewelry for a public appearance.

The contract was said to have required the stylist to return the items within a week and pay for any damages the jewelry might incur under his watch.

Upon return, Roseark alleged that some of the pieces, a set of earrings and a leaf ring, were damaged. And the invoices for the incurred damages have been forwarded to the stylist

The damages said to have cost a total sum of $26,239.50 including interest are yet to be paid, hence the need for the lawsuit.

Roseark in the lawsuit also claimed Brett failed to return 66 pieces of jewelry at the agreed time.

But a source close to Nicki denied the allegations, adding that everything was returned on time.

“We have not been presented with any evidence that any of the jewelry at issue was damaged by Nicki.

“This lawsuit appears to be nothing more than an ordinary insurance claim by the jeweler designed to generate publicity for itself and extract a payment to which it is not entitled. We will defend the lawsuit vigorously,” the source said.

I’m Giving Out My Diamond Wedding Ring – Sina Rambo’s Wife, Heidi Confirms Divorce

Heidi Korth, wife of Sina Rambo, a son of Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State, has confirmed her divorce from the singer.

She made the confirmation in a video shared via her Instastory where she revealed her intention to give away her diamond wedding ring to any couple who are planning to get married.

The mother of one said, “This is my wedding ring. And since I’m now officially divorced, I want to give it out to someone who is getting married.

“So, if you are getting married anytime soon, because it’s actually diamond and it’s actually really cute. So, if you are getting married anytime soon and you need a nice ring, I mean, hit me up, just send a DM and send a picture of your wedding invitation card and I will send this over to you.”

DAILY POST recalls that a few months ago, Korth accused Sina Rambo of domestic violence and being a deadbeat father to their daughter.

She declared that she was done with the marriage while alleging that the singer owed her thousands of dollars.

Senator Annie Okonkwo Passed On

Business mogul and erstwhile Senator representing Anambra Central Senatorial Zone in the National Assembly, Senator Annie Okonkwo, has reportedly died.

Okonkwo, whose name made the rounds as a foremost businessman in the 80s, 90s as he championed Clemco Industries, before joining politics hailed from Ojoto in Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State.

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), he unsuccessfully vied more than once for the position of Anambra State Governor.

Okwonko was last seen in public when his son, Uche Okonkwo, who won a seat in the House of Representatives, paid him a visit to present to him his Certificate of Return.

In the recent past, there had been rumours of him having health issues and having treatment abroad, following his long absence from public focus and politics.

Breaking the sad news of Okonkwo’s death, a statement shared on social media this Thursday morning by Dr Uche Nworah, a friend to the family, and a beneficiary of Okonkwo’s kindness, said:

“I just woke up to the sad news of Agunaechemba’s passing (Senator Annie Okonkwo). Agu was a kind man and benefactor to many. A colossus in community affairs and Nigerian politics. He was a pioneer businessman that inspired many Igbo people in the 80s, 90s and in later years with his positive exploits at Clemco Industries, RelTel Wireless and other chains of businesses. I am a beneficiary of his kindness and the kindness of the Okonkwos. He has finished his race on earth and will be greatly missed. Our thoughts are with the entire Okonkwo family at this time.

“May his soul rest in peace, Amen.

“Chief Uche Nworah, Ph.D

“Ezeudo Enugwu-Ukwu na Umunri”.