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Mr Ibu: Nollywood actors under knocks for funds appeal

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Fans have criticised Nollywood for allowing popular comic actor, John Okafor, aka Mr Ibu, to beg Nigerians for financial support and prayers as he faces the possibility of having his leg amputated.

On Wednesday, October 18, 2023, there was a viral video of the actor celebrating his birthday with some of his family members in a hospital while soliciting for assistance.

In the video, Okafor said, “As I speak to you, I am lying down in the hospital; the medical director of this hospital said if the next procedure does not work, my leg has to be cut off.

“If they cut off my leg, where do I go from here? Please pray for me; talk to God Almighty, and I don’t want my legs to be cut off.”

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His daughter, Jasmine, added, “As a family, we want to appeal that at this point, people should come to daddy’s aid and rescue. In the past two weeks, daddy has been very down, so we took him to the hospital. I have been sorting the bills, thinking I can do it alone.”

This elicited different reactions from fans of the actor, who felt that Nollywood was not doing enough to ensure the financial security of veteran actors. Mr Ibu’s colleagues were also criticised for their little involvement in lending a helping hand.

Reacting to the viral video, controversial actor, Uche Madagwu, said, “Nollywood actors, especially the wealthy ones we call legends are always quick to spray money and donate cows at colleagues parents’ burial ceremonies, but slow to assist them when they are alive and need help.”

Similarly, controversial Tiktoker, Martins Otse, aka Very Dark Black Man, said, “I am ashamed of Nollywood because they are supposed to have a structure put in place to take care of veteran actors. At this point, Nollywood ought to be paying veteran actors.”

However, other actors condemned the critics and called for support for Mr Ibu. Reacting to Very Dark Black Man’s criticism, actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo said, “Gaining traction with someone’s misfortune, handicap and ill luck is wicked. Give, if you have to, without calling for the attention of social media. One Very Dark Man calling top actors shameless is unruly and attention-seeking. Mr Ibu, please get well soon.”

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On her part, actress, Omah Nnadi, said, “Oh this guy (Very Dark Black Man) shut up and say what you know. Who told you the Actors Guild of Nigeria is not doing anything? You are beginning to sound stupid.”

Online critics also knocked popular musician, Peter Okoye, aka Mr P, after he posted the video of Mr Ibu soliciting help from the public on his Instagram page.

He wrote, “I am pledging my support for him 100%. My dear colleagues, friends, family and fans, please support him in any little way you can.”

Reacting to the post, an Instagram user, Iyayi Faith, said, “Public donation for Mr Ibu is a shame to the industry.”

Another fan simply identified as Ayotunde said, “To be frank with you sir, only you should be able to foot this legend’s bill. I am sure the required funds are not up to your shows/concert abroad.”

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However, when our correspondent reached out to Mr Ibu, his daughter, Jasmine, insisted that they were not granting any interview. Our correspondent also reached out to the AGN President, Emeka Rollas, but the calls were unanswered.

Speaking in a video on Instagram on Friday, the AGN’s Director of Communications, Kate Henshaw, said, “We want to set the record straight over the public outcry that the guild and his colleagues have abandoned him at his point of need. We have been at the forefront of providing necessary support for Mr Ibu even before his health condition was ever made public.

“We have had to task members privately to help in providing assistance towards the intervention. We do not make public any form of assistance to our members.”

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Davido claims his wealth can only be obtained through divine blessings, not investment

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Davido boldly declares in a recent video that his kind of wealth can’t be obtained through investment, attributing it instead to divine blessings

 

Nigerian Afrobeats superstar, Davido, has made a bold declaration about his wealth, stating that it cannot be acquired through traditional means like investments. Instead, he believes his wealth is the result of divine blessings.

Also read: Davido’s performance at Richard Nii Armah’s birthday party sparks mixed reactions

The singer, known for his hit songs and his family’s considerable wealth, made the statement in a video shared by his close associate, Cubana Chief Priest. The video shows the duo relaxing in what is reportedly Davido’s new luxurious jet.

In the video, Davido confidently declares, “My type of wealth can’t be obtained through investment…” to which Cubana Chief Priest quickly agrees, responding, “Yeah, no!”

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Davido continues, “It can only be obtained through God’s blessings [laughs],” making it clear that he views his success as a result of divine intervention rather than conventional financial strategies.

This statement from the Afrobeats star has sparked conversation among fans, with many taking note of his unapologetic confidence and belief in the power of divine favor over traditional wealth-building methods.

As one of the most prominent figures in Nigerian music, Davido’s bold assertion adds to his larger-than-life persona both on and off the stage.

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T20Luxury calls out Mercy Aigbe over fake handbag, eyewear

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T20Luxury accuses Mercy Aigbe of flaunting a fake Louis Vuitton handbag and questionable eyewear, urging the actress to avoid counterfeit goods

 

Popular luxury detective page, T20Luxury, has called out Nigerian actress Mercy Aigbe for allegedly flaunting a fake Louis Vuitton (LV) Capucines handbag and questionable eyewear in her recent social media posts.

T20Luxury, known for identifying counterfeit luxury items, shared a picture of the actress on Instagram and advised her to refrain from purchasing counterfeit products.

In the post, the luxury detective company pointed out that Aigbe’s handbag was not an authentic LV Capucines, a high-end designer bag. They also raised doubts about the authenticity of her eyewear.

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“Dear Mercy Aigbe, this is NOT a genuine LV Capucines. Even the authenticity of the eyewear is questionable,” the post read.

Acknowledging that celebrities like Aigbe often rely on stylists or personal shoppers to curate their wardrobes, T20Luxury urged the actress to be mindful of the negative impact counterfeit goods can have on creativity and the fashion industry.

“We recognise that, as a celebrity, you may depend on the expertise of a stylist or personal shopper to curate your wardrobe and accessories.

However, we trust that you understand the negative impact of counterfeit goods on creativity, particularly given your influential role within the creative industry. We encourage you to conduct due diligence when hiring a stylist,” the post continued.

This comes shortly after T20Luxury also called out comedian AY Makun for similar allegations regarding counterfeit luxury items.

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With this public call-out, T20Luxury is once again shedding light on the issue of counterfeit goods, especially among high-profile individuals, and urging celebrities to make more conscious choices when it comes to their fashion and accessories.

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Jide Kosoko claims some actresses join Nollywood with intent to leverage sexual relationships for fame

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Jide Kosoko claims that some actresses intentionally join Nollywood with plans to leverage sexual relationships to gain fame, speaking on the Honest Bunch podcast

 

Veteran Nollywood actor Jide Kosoko has sparked controversy with his recent comments on the issue of sex for roles in the Nigerian film industry.

Also read: Jide Kosoko discusses nollywood fame, the impact of piracy on wealth

During his appearance on the Honest Bunch podcast, Kosoko revealed that some actresses join the movie industry with the sole intention of using sexual relationships to advance their careers.

Addressing the sensitive topic, Kosoko asserted that while the concept of sex for roles has been widely discussed, he believes that it is not always the case that directors and producers impose such conditions on actresses.

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He went further to suggest that there are women who deliberately enter the industry with plans to use such means to climb the fame ladder.

Kosoko stated, “If I said I need you to warm my bed so that I can give you a role, and you said no, they cannot force you to do it. And if you want that role by all means, that means you want to dance to his tone.”

He made it clear that while he does not condone the idea of using such tactics to get ahead, he felt it was ultimately the choice of the individual involved.

He continued, “I’m not saying it’s right to have introduced that to you, but if you fall for it, that’s your own business. How does that concern the whole world? All this sex for roles thing, forget about it.”

In a more explosive revelation, the actor revealed that he knew of several actresses, some of whom are popular in the industry, who had entered Nollywood with the intention of gaining fame through sexual relationships. “I know of even a Magistrate,” Kosoko added, implying that the issue extends beyond the film industry.

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Kosoko’s comments have reignited the debate about the prevalence of sex for roles within Nollywood. While many have been quick to condemn such practices, others have pointed out that it is a reality that some actresses face in the entertainment world.

However, the veteran actor insists that the power dynamics involved in these situations are often more complicated than they seem and cannot be simplified as merely an issue of coercion by male directors and producers.

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