Nigerian Celebrities
Mercy Johnson pens emotional note as she mourns her father
Actress Mercy Johnson Okojie has expressed her heartfelt emotions in a touching tribute to her late father, Ametuo Daniel Johnson.
On a poignant note, the mother of four questioned the suddenness of her father’s passing and struggled to come to terms with the reality that she will never see him again.
Mercy Johnson shared her disbelief at how her father could wake up on a beautiful day, read his Bible, choose an outfit, and then suddenly pass away.
The actress found it difficult to comprehend the abruptness of his demise and expressed her inability to process the thought of his absence.
With a heavy heart, Mercy Johnson sought solace in the knowledge that her father was a devout man who deeply loved God. She found comfort in the belief that he would find eternal peace in the presence of the Almighty.
Despite the pain she felt, she entrusted all her emotions and unanswered questions to God, accepting that He holds all the answers. In her touching tribute, Mercy Johnson bid a heartfelt farewell to her father, acknowledging the immense void his passing has left in her life.
She expressed her deep longing for his presence but found solace in the hope that they will be reunited in the afterlife, where they will never have to part again.
In other news – Angry youths set Lagos police post ablaze
Angry youths in the early hours of Monday invaded a police post located on Olayiwola Close, in the Oregun area of Ikeja, Lagos State, set it ablaze, and injured a policeman on duty.
As of the time of filing this report, the motivation behind the attack could not be ascertained but our correspondent gathered that the policeman, who sustained an injury in the head, was rushed to the emergency center at the toll gate along the Lagos Ibadan Expressway for prompt treatment. Learn More
Nigerian Celebrities
My dad said he had vision I’d end up as gospel singer’ – Davido
Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, AKA Davido, has revealed a vision his dad, Deji Adeleke, told him he had about him. The ‘OBO’ crooner stated that his dad told him that he had a vision that he would end his music career up as a gospel singer. Davido disclosed this during a chat with some guests at his wedding on Tuesday.
In the morning, daddy would say, ‘Davido, I had a vision about you.’ I said, ‘What vision?’ He said, ‘I had a vision that you ended your music as a gospel singer’,” he said. Davido’s wedding at the Eko Hotel and Suites attracted dignitaries from all walks of life, including his uncle, the Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, and his Lagos and Abia State counterparts, Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Alex Otti.
Others are former President Olusegun Obasanjo, former Akwa Ibom State governor, Udom Emmanuel, and the Ooni of Ife, HRH Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi. Also in attendance were Don Jazzy, Ini Edo, PSquare, Zlatan Ibile, Patoranking, Obi Cubana, Seyi Tinubu, Jay Jay Okocha, Victor Osimhen, Pocolee, and the host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu.
Source: Dailpost
In other news – I lost opportunities over my support for Palestine – Kehlani
American singer-songwriter Kehlani Ashley Parrish, popularly known as “Kehlani,” has opened up about losing opportunities and deals due to her support for Palestine. The singer revealed this in an interview with ‘Breakfast Club’ released in the early hours of Tuesday. I have experienced a lot of pushback,” Kehlani said.
I’ve experienced a lot of loss. I’ve experienced a lot of things that were promised and set up for this rollout and album to happen, supposed to be a lot of ‘firsts. Read more
Nigerian Celebrities
Why I’m yet to marry – Don Jazzy speaks out
Music mogul Don Jazzy has recently opened up about why he remains unmarried despite his success and popularity. The Nigerian producer and entrepreneur, known for founding Mavin Records and launching the careers of numerous artists, shared his thoughts on why he hasn’t taken the plunge into marriage just yet.
Don Jazzy explained that his demanding career has played a significant role in his decision to stay single. His dedication to building his music empire has left little time for personal relationships, and he admitted that he has often prioritized work over his love life. The music industry, with its relentless pace and constant demands, has made it challenging for him to focus on settling down.
The producer also mentioned that his high standards and desire for a meaningful connection have made him cautious about entering into marriage. He believes that marriage is a serious commitment that requires time, effort, and the right partner, and he doesn’t want to rush into it until he’s certain he’s found someone who aligns with his values and lifestyle.
Despite his single status, Don Jazzy remains optimistic about the future, expressing that he is open to the idea of marriage when the time is right. For now, he continues to focus on his career and personal growth, with the belief that everything will fall into place when it’s meant to.
In other news – I lost opportunities over my support for Palestine – Kehlani
American singer-songwriter Kehlani Ashley Parrish, popularly known as “Kehlani,” has opened up about losing opportunities and deals due to her support for Palestine.
The singer revealed this in an interview with ‘Breakfast Club’ released in the early hours of Tuesday. I have experienced a lot of pushback,” Kehlani said. Read more
Nigeria Breaking News
Shallipopi announces break from smoking
Nigerian singer, Crown Uzama, popularly known as Shallipopi, has announced that he is currently on “break” from smoking. The ‘Pluto Presido’ crooner announced this while sharing a video from his vocation via Snapchat recently. He advised his fellow smokers to abstain from the habit sometimes.
He said, “No be everytime you go dey smoke igbo, sometimes take a break. I am on break now. I am feeling good. Nigerian celebrities, including Tonto Dikeh, Don Jazzy, Terry G, Faze, Dr Sid and Kizz Daniel have announced quitting smoking in the past.
However, some of them later made a U-turn, with Terry G and Kizz Daniel confirming on their respective social media pages that they have returned to the habit.
Source: Dailypost
In other news – My man pays me allowance – Mercy Eke
Reality TV star Mercy Eke has revealed that she gets paid for being in a relationship. Speaking in a recent episode of the ‘Love Is A Game’, she said: “My guy [partner] pays me an allowance.
But it’s not that I mandated him to do that. I have about six domestic workers. So the allowance is just to assist me to pay my staff. Read more
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