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Imisioluwa Opeyemi Ayanwale hails Funke Akindele

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Imisioluwa Opeyemi Ayanwale hails Funke Akindele as her mentor after winning BBNaija Season 10, saying the actress inspires her acting dreams

Imisioluwa Opeyemi Ayanwale, popularly known as Imisi, the winner of Big Brother Naija Season 10, has expressed deep admiration for award-winning actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele, describing her as her mentor and biggest inspiration in Nollywood.

Also readFaith Calls Imisi Misunderstood in BBNaija House

Speaking to journalists shortly after receiving her ₦150 million grand prize and a brand-new car at the official prize presentation in Lagos, Imisioluwa Opeyemi Ayanwale said her time in the BBNaija house helped her display her acting passion one she intends to pursue more seriously now that the show has ended.

“I think people saw a lot of my acting skills in the house. Even housemates said I’m a great actress. I’m ready for more,” Imisi said with a bright smile.

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The BBNaija star revealed that her biggest dream is to work with Funke Akindele, whose career she has long admired. “Yes, Funke Akindele is my number one mentor.

I hope to work with her someday. Also, Bimbo Ademoye and Bolaji Ogunmola inspire me a lot,” she said.

Imisi shared that watching Akindele’s work from her hit films to her TV productions has strengthened her belief that hard work, creativity, and consistency are key to success in the entertainment industry.

Describing her victory as “overwhelming,” Imisi admitted she is still processing the moment. “I’m still in shock. The love has been massive. I didn’t expect it to be this huge. I’m grateful for every single person who supported me,” she said gratefully.

When asked about social media claims that her Yoruba background might have influenced her win, Imisioluwa Opeyemi Ayanwale offered an honest response.

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“Maybe. I think Yoruba people are very supportive of their own, so yes, that might’ve helped,” she admitted, before adding that authenticity and honesty were the real reasons Nigerians connected with her.

“I was just being myself. I don’t think it was a strategy. I was only living my truth,” she noted.

Reflecting on her journey, Imisi expressed appreciation to her Celestial Church community, crediting their prayers and support for keeping her grounded throughout the competition.

“Fame is new to me. I’ll seek mentorship, learn, and be intentional. I want to keep evolving,” she added.

Also read: Funke Akindele, Toyin Abraham End Rivalry with Warm Reunion

As Imisioluwa Opeyemi Ayanwale begins a new chapter beyond Big Brother Naija, her heartfelt words highlight a clear vision to learn, grow, and leave a lasting mark in Nollywood, inspired by the example of Funke Akindele.

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Lizzy Anjorin Questions Court Order Over Priscilla Ojo’s Son

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Nollywood actress Lizzy Anjorin has questioned the authenticity of an interim order issued by the Lagos State High Court on 2 September 2026, restraining her from publishing photographs of Priscilla Ojo’s one-year-old son, Rakeem Mkambala, and from posting editorials concerning the family on specified social media platforms.

Anjorin raised the issue during an Instagram Live session on Friday, 4 September, after Priscilla shared a copy of the court order online.

The actress argued that publicising court documents before formally serving the respondent undermines the case.

“Your case na dead on arrival. If you post court letter on any platform before serving person wey you wan go serve, that court case na fake court case,” Anjorin said during the live session.

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Her comments came shortly after the High Court of Lagos State granted an ex parte application brought by Priscilla, her husband, Tanzanian singer Juma Mussa Mkambala, and their son, Rakeem.

Justice Yetunde Adesanya issued the interim order in Suit No. LD/ADR/6646/2026.

The order restrains Anjorin, as well as people acting under her authority, from publishing, posting, circulating, uploading or broadcasting photographs of Rakeem on specified social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp and TikTok.

The court also directed Anjorin to cease publishing or broadcasting editorials concerning the applicants on the platforms covered by the order.

An ex parte order is made at an interim stage without the respondent being heard. The order is therefore not a final determination of the dispute and remains subject to further proceedings.

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Priscilla shared the certified copy of the order on her Instagram Story on Friday, bringing the legal development into public view.

Anjorin’s reaction centres on the timing and manner in which the court documents were publicised. Her assertion that such publication makes a case “fake” is her own claim and is not a finding contained in the court order.

The development marks another chapter in the prolonged public dispute between Anjorin and Priscilla’s family, particularly Priscilla’s mother, actress Iyabo Ojo.

The disagreement has played out largely on social media and has previously resulted in legal action, including a ₦1 billion defamation suit filed by Iyabo Ojo against Anjorin.

In recent weeks, the dispute has also drawn Priscilla and her young son into the controversy, following public comments by Anjorin concerning the family.

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BBNaija Kess Says Big Brother Makes Life Harder

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Kesiena Tony Adjekpovu, popularly known as Kess, has said that participating in Big Brother Naija can make life harder, offering a candid reflection on the challenges that may come with the reality television experience.

The former Big Brother Naija housemate made the comment in a statement shared on social media, where he suggested that winning or simply taking part in the reality show does not necessarily make life easier after leaving the house.

“Big Brother makes your life harder,” Kess said.

The remark has drawn attention because life after reality television can bring a different set of expectations, particularly as former housemates adjust to increased public attention and the pressure that can accompany visibility.

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Kess was a housemate on the seventh season of Big Brother Naija, which aired in 2022. He entered the show as a businessman and was among the contestants who competed for the season’s grand prize.

His time on the programme also placed him in the public eye, giving viewers an opportunity to follow his personality and relationships inside the house.

Kess’s latest comment offers a more reflective view of the reality TV platform, suggesting that the experience does not end when a contestant leaves the house.

However, he did not provide further details in the available post explaining which specific aspects of life after Big Brother he was referring to.

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Damilola Oni Suffers Backlash at Mama Deola Movie Premiere

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Nigerian actress Damilola Oni has come under heavy fire across social media over her controversial outfit at the star-studded Mama Deola movie premiere (more…)

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