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Emeka Ike and 3 other Nollywood Actors Who Battled Depression, Marital Crisis
Nollywood, the vibrant heart of African cinema, is not immune to the personal struggles faced by its stars. Among these is the story of Emeka Ike. A talented actor, Ike grappled with depression, marital strife, and career setbacks, culminating in a heart-wrenching interview on Channels Television’s ‘Rubbin’ Minds’.
Nollywood actor Emeka Ike’s life took a dramatic turn with his divorce from Suzanne Emma. The end of their 14-year marriage, amidst allegations of abuse, played out publicly and painfully. Ike’s silence, a response to online bullying and intense scrutiny, had significant repercussions. Financially, he suffered losses exceeding N480 million, including the closure of St. Nicholas College. This period marked a low in Ike’s life, illustrating the personal costs of public figures’ marital crises.
His candid revelations about his divorce, social media backlash, and financial woes offer a rare glimpse into the less glamorous side of celebrity life. Ike’s struggle, however, is not unique in Nollywood, let’s take a look at other prominent who have also faced similar battles.
Mercy Aigbe
In 2017, Mercy Aigbe’s marriage to Lanre Gentry publicly unraveled. Allegations of physical abuse and photographic evidence of Aigbe’s injuries surfaced, sparking widespread condemnation. In response, Aigbe became an advocate against domestic violence, using her platform to raise awareness. The breakdown of her marriage and the ensuing media attention highlights the personal struggles faced by Nollywood stars, resonating with Ike’s experiences.
Daddy Freeze
Media personality Daddy Freeze’s revelation in 2015 about domestic abuse from his ex-wife Opeyemi shocked many. His candid disclosure, accompanied by photographic evidence of his injuries, opened up a conversation about male victims of domestic violence. Freeze’s ordeal mirrors the broader challenges faced by public figures in managing personal crises under the public eye, similar to Emeka Ike’s experience.
Chika Ike
Chika Ike’s marriage to Tony Eberiri, which ended in 2013, was marked by allegations of severe domestic violence. Ike’s claims of repeated abuse leading to a miscarriage add another dimension to the narratives of marital crisis in Nollywood. Her experience, like Emeka Ike’s, sheds light on the personal struggles often hidden behind the glitz and glamour of celebrity life.
The video shows a woman resembling Eke engaging in a sexual act, but Eke firmly refutes the claim, pointing out differences in appearance and condemning the video as a fantasy created by her detractors.
Former Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) winner Mercy Eke has strongly denied any involvement in a viral video circulating online.
The video features a woman who bears a resemblance to Eke, engaging in a sexual act while using an adult toy. However, Eke has made it clear that the woman in the video is not her.
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Taking to Instagram, the reality TV star condemned the video and outlined specific differences in appearance between herself and the woman.
She noted that she does not wear long nails, piercings, or the specific type of socks seen in the video. Eke stated that these distinctions prove the woman is not her, calling the circulating footage a product of “evil fantasies” aimed at tarnishing her image.
Eke posted, “The video y’all are circulating can never be me. I do not wear long nails. No piercing. I don’t wear such socks, that girl does not look like me. Sorry to disappoint y’all evil fantasies. I don’t do such nonsense. Not my MO.”
Fans and supporters have rallied around Eke, praising her for addressing the situation directly and denouncing the spread of the false video.
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Mohbad’s father demanded immediate burial after receiving N2 million – personal assistant
Mohbad’s personal assistant, Adeyemo Boluwatife, testified at the coroner’s inquest that the late singer’s father, Joseph Aloba, demanded his immediate burial after receiving N2 million from Davido. This was revealed during a hearing in Ikorodu regarding the circumstances of Mohbad’s death.
Adeyemo Boluwatife, the personal assistant to the late Nigerian singer Mohbad, has testified at the coroner’s inquest in Ikorodu, Lagos State, claiming that Mohbad’s father, Joseph Aloba, requested an immediate burial after receiving N2 million from Davido.
Adeyemo made this statement while appearing before the inquest, which was set up to investigate the cause of the singer’s sudden death on September 12, 2023.
Adeyemo revealed that after Mohbad’s death, his father was insistent on burying him quickly, despite the ongoing calls for justice and an autopsy.
He added that Aloba’s decision came after Davido sent N2 million, of which N1 million was transferred by Adeyemo to Aloba and the remaining sum was given to Mohbad’s younger brother, Adura.
The funds were used to cover hospital expenses and ambulance fees.
The inquest was set up by the Lagos State Government after Mohbad’s death raised suspicions across the nation. His body was exhumed for an autopsy on September 21, 2023, amid widespread demands for justice.
During the court proceedings, Adeyemo also disclosed that law enforcement officials took custody of Mohbad’s phone following his death.
This testimony has added further complexity to the unfolding investigation into Mohbad’s mysterious death, which has already ignited debates and calls for transparency in the case.
Islamic singer Ibraheem Labaeka resigns from his role as Special Assistant to Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, citing discomfort with being paid for doing nothing. Labaeka’s resignation letter, now viral on social media, explains his decision to prioritise purpose and impact over the position.
Popular Islamic singer Ibraheem Labaeka has resigned from his position as Special Assistant to Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq.
In a resignation letter dated September 12, 2024, Labaeka expressed his discomfort with being compensated for a role in which he felt his contributions were unnecessary.
Labaeka stated that his conscience could not allow him to continue in a job that lacked purpose and impact.
He highlighted that public service should be based on trust, and he could no longer accept a salary without fulfilling his responsibilities meaningfully.
The letter, which has garnered widespread attention on social media, reflects Labaeka’s dissatisfaction with the position.
He expressed appreciation to Governor AbdulRazaq for the opportunity but reiterated that he could not stay in a role that went against his principles.
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