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Nollywood actress Ethel Ekpe-Aderemi reportedly dies of cancer

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Ethel Ekpe, a Nigerian actress best known for her role as Segi in the sitcom Basi and Company, which aired on Nigeria Television Authority (NTA) between 1986 and 1990, has passed away.

On Monday night, Dr. Shaibu Husseini, the director general of the National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB), posted on Facebook to announce her passing.

The article said:

“(Ethel Aderemi nee Ekpe), the screen beauty that delighted fans with her inimitable interpretation of the role of Segi in the defunct sitcom on Nigerian Television Authority by Ken Saro Wiwa titled ‘Basi and Company’ has passed on.

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“The actress and later day Pastor and star of Amaka Igwe’s ‘Forever’ and most recently ‘Sons of the Caliphate” reportedly died of Cancer today in Lagos.

“She will be sorely missed. My family will particularly miss her because we named my second daughter Ethel, after her. Good night good woman!”

The deceased also stars in Aguila Njamah’s Heartbeat, Tchidi Chikere’s Speak the Word and Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen’s Traumatised.

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Ashabi Simple seeks divine mercy for husband Portable amid legal troubles

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Ashabi Simple pleads for divine intervention as her husband, singer Portable, faces legal trouble with the Ogun State Government

 

Actress Ashabi Simple has turned to prayer, seeking divine intervention for her husband, controversial singer Portable, as he faces legal issues with the Ogun State Government.

Also read: Skepta reacts as Portable calls out Olamide

Portable was recently declared wanted by the Ogun State Police Command for allegedly assaulting government officials.

Amid the ongoing controversy, Ashabi took to Instagram to share her emotional plea, asking for mercy and help.

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In her post, Ashabi expressed her exhaustion and desperation over the situation.

 “God, please show me your mercy. I can’t even help myself. I am so tired. Please help him for the sake of those he has been good to,” she wrote.

Her emotional appeal has sparked mixed reactions online, with social media users divided on whether to sympathise with her or criticise the situation.

While some fans supported her plea, others questioned the sincerity of her post or mocked the situation.

– **@mamachina_brand:** “Ebami fu baby yii nifoti”
– **@glory_adigwe:** “Forgiveness & mercy ke? Abi make God touch your man make he normal?”
– **@foreverwinnie_:** “Abeg make them arrest the whole family”
– **@hoyeen053:** “Dis prayer con sound like mocking”
– **@official_ajokemhy:** “Are you saying you love Portable more than his main wife? Side chic sha.”
– **@cute_rikkie:** “Queen Damy dey one corner dey dance”

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This latest development follows Portable’s own public outcry, where he claimed to be undergoing psychiatric treatment while pleading for forgiveness.

He has maintained that he is a victim of setup and expressed fears of being arrested or harmed.

As the legal battle unfolds, Ashabi’s public appeal highlights the emotional toll the case is taking on Portable’s family.

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Chika Ike shuts down pregnancy rumours linked to Ned Nwoko

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Chika Ike has denied rumours linking her pregnancy to billionaire Ned Nwoko, stating she has no interest in becoming anyone’s seventh wife

 

Nollywood actress Chika Ike has dismissed rumours linking her pregnancy to billionaire politician and businessman Ned Nwoko, husband of fellow actress Regina Daniels.

Taking to Instagram, Ike made it clear that Nwoko is not the father of her child and that she has no interest in joining his polygamous household.

Addressing the speculation, Ike expressed her frustration over the persistent rumours about her personal life.

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“There have been all sorts of lies peddled about me in the media for years, but I always treated them like what they are—rumours that needed no response.

But this is different. This is about my child… Ned isn’t the father of my child, and whoever’s name you might come up with later in your guessing games—like I’ve said before—I’m not about to be anyone’s seventh wife! Polygamy isn’t for me.”

The actress, who had kept her pregnancy private for months, stated that she values her privacy and finds public speculation amusing.

Meanwhile, Senator Ned Nwoko, who represents Delta North in the National Assembly, has also shut down the rumours.

His communications office released a statement on Monday, calling the claims “baseless” and dismissing them as “a product of malicious speculation.”

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The controversy intensified after actress Regina Daniels, Nwoko’s wife, reportedly deactivated her Instagram account.

This move sparked online speculation, with some social media users suggesting that her absence was linked to the pregnancy rumours surrounding Ike and Nwoko.

Social media has been abuzz with mixed reactions. While some fans applauded Ike for speaking out, others questioned the source of the rumours.

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Portable seeks forgiveness, reveals psychiatric treatment amid Ogun government dispute

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Nigerian singer Portable has revealed he is undergoing psychiatric treatment while pleading for forgiveness amid his conflict with Ogun authorities

 

Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola Olalomi, popularly known as Portable, has publicly disclosed that he is receiving psychiatric treatment while pleading for forgiveness amid his ongoing conflict with the Ogun State Government.

The singer, who is wanted by the Ogun State Police Command for allegedly assaulting government officials, took to Instagram on Tuesday to express his fears and struggles.

In a series of emotional statements, Portable insisted that he was not a criminal but had been unfairly targeted. He revealed that he suffers from a mental health condition and is undergoing treatment.

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“I fear government. I am a federal government liability,” he said. “I’m a madman; I have medications that I usually take.

You can confirm from Aro Hospital. I have a card that certifies me as one of their patients.”

The singer, known for his controversial personality and outspoken nature, emphasised that he had no issues with the police but was simply unwell and frightened.

Expressing his fears of being arrested or harmed, Portable made a heartfelt plea for understanding and forgiveness.

“I do not want to die young. I do not want them to lock me up. I did not do anything bad. I am human, I am not perfect. If I wronged you, I am sorry,” he said.

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He further claimed that his troubles were a result of spiritual attacks and ongoing health issues, seeking leniency from the Ogun State Government.

“All this evil happening to me is spiritual. I am facing a lot of sickness. Pain in my body. I am taking care of myself,” he wrote. “Ogun State Government, forgive me.”

Portable’s emotional appeal has sparked a wave of reactions on social media. While some fans expressed concern for his mental well-being, others questioned the sincerity of his claims.

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