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How My Marriage Had a Positive Impact on Me Anita Joseph, an actress, talks

The Nigerian actress Anita Joseph has spoken about how her union with hype man Michael Fisayo, better known by his stage name MC Fish, has improved her personally and helped her become a better person.

In an interview with Punch, Anita, who recently marked her fourth anniversary with her spouse, stated: “Marriage has influenced me in a very positive way.” I’ve developed greater patience and protectiveness.

“One’s heart is the most important thing. It is essentially a one-and-one marriageβ€”one’s parents or other family members won’t be in it with you. Therefore, it’s OK to select a partner from a different tribe. Happiness should always come first.

Given that her husband is Yoruba and she is Igbo, she was asked how she has been adjusting to the cultural differences. She said, “My mother-in-law speaks Yoruba to me, and I say ‘eshe’ (thank you).” Even though it hasn’t been easy, I have gained some knowledge.

The role interpreter added that she was glad to disprove people’s doubts about her marriage, even though many did not believe her.

Regarding my Instagram post commemorating my wedding anniversary, I mentioned that while some individuals and even blogs predicted that my marriage wouldn’t endure, I’sent’ that back to them and their sisters. My spouse and I have survived thanks to God’s grace,” she remarked.

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Not Everyone Should Take My Relationship Advice – Blessing CEO

The contentious relationship therapist Blessing Okoro, also referred to as Blessing CEO, has said that she does not force her views or thoughts on others, especially when it comes to relationship-related conversations.

She stated, “There is nothing I say that is wrong or right,” in an interview with Punch. Individuals hold diverse beliefs.

“I don’t pressure them to agree with my viewpoints. What matters is not what I say, but rather who I seem to be speaking for. People object to the person holding the mirror when they see their reflection. My words are not meant for everyone. Individuals ought to choose what they desire and go.

Okoro continued, saying that she disliked hurting others and was a compassionate person.

“I don’t like to offend people, unless I do something that I’m not aware of,” she stated. I take great care in everything.

“I’m not looking for trouble, but when it comes, I’m ‘louder.'” Although I have barriers around me and would not tolerate disrespect, I do have empathy.

It has always been Okoro’s desire to be a TV presenter. Okoro is getting ready to launch her show, Moments with Blessing CEO.

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I have no desire to compete with anyone – Teni Obsessively Over Beauty

Teni, the singer Teniola Apata, has learned to love herself.

She extolled her attractiveness in a post on her Instagram feed.

She confessed that she doesn’t compete with anyone due to her attractiveness.

“Those who finely pass me no pass one and the person na still me, i finely pass myself, nobody fine reach me, na me be my competition,” she said.

Teni was shown in the video showing off her attractive face before licking her lips to convey how charming she is.

Teni wrote, “I FINE SOTEY I FINE PASS MYSELF,” as the caption for the video.

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Mourinho explains his inability to travel to Africa.

The former Chelsea and AS Roma coach, Jose Mourinho, has declared that he is unable to travel to Africa because of the intense and insane supporters there.

Mourinho clarified that he is unable to walk whenever he travels to Africa.

The Portuguese say that he has guys in Africa who adore him, including Didier Drogba, John Obi Mikel, and Michael Essien.

Speaking with FIVE, which was hosted by Manchester United great Rio Ferdinand, Mourinho talked about his interactions with African players he had previously coached, stressing how devoted and pure African players are.

“I’m unable to visit Africa. There are too many insane fanatics everywhere. As you are aware, I have knowledge of Didier Drogba of the Ivory Coast, Geremi of Cameroon, Kalou of the Ivory Coast, Obi Mikel of Nigeria, and Essien of Ghana.

I have personnel everywhere,” Mourinho remarked.

“I can’t walk when I travel to Africa every time. I’m loved by the boys. People genuinely adore me, even in Europe where there are a lot of African guys.

“To be honest, I adore the guys, and I think the African player is incredibly pure and loyal.”

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Omah Lay, Asake, Rema Make Van Dijk’s Top Songs Playlist

Nigerian artists Omah Lay, Asake, and Rema have found a place in Liverpool defender Virgil Van Dijk’s list of favorite songs.

The playlist was curated for the EFL Carabao Cup Final 2024 and shared via EFL’s Tiktok page.

Late American rapper, The Notorious B.I.G and Mase were the only non-Nigerians featured in the list.

The Dutch defender explained that the playlist is dominated by Afrobeats because he loves to have nice vibes.

Van Dijk said, β€œHi, my name is Virgil Van Dijk and these are my top five tracks.

β€œNumber one is Omah Lay with β€˜Holy Ghost.’ Dope! Listen to it. It keeps you in the mood. The second one would be Mase with β€˜Feel So Good.’ Very good classic. Unbelievable! Then the third one will be The Notorious B.I.G with β€˜Mo Money Mo Problems.’ Nice vibes, you know what I mean?

β€œSo, number four would Asake with β€˜Lonely At The Top.’ Nice one, nice vibes. The sun is shining hopefully, it will be nice. And my fifth one would be Rema with β€˜Charm.’ Very nice.

β€œThere is a lot of Afrobeats because I like to have nice vibes, sun is shining, smiling faces and winning the Carabao Cup Final.”

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I Was The First to Say “I Love You”-BBNStar Naija, Frodd’s spouse, Says Chioma

Chioma, a pharmacist, revealed that she was the one who initially showed her husband affection. Chukwuemeka Okoye is best known as Frodd from the reality show Big Brother Naija.

She revealed this while speaking with her spouse in a recent Pulse interview.

Who first said, “I love you?” the host questioned.

“Me!” Chioma retorted, laughing.

According to Frodd, “act of service but the most important is affirmation” is his wife’s love language.

Remember In February 2023, Frodd and his fiancΓ©e, pharmacist Chioma, tied the knot.

In August of last year, the couple welcomed Elena, a daughter, as their first child together.

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The Reason President Tinubu Selected To Keep the Naira in the Currency

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s reasoning for floating the naira has been made public by the Presidency.

According to the statement, the decision was made because the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) was maintaining the value of the naira at the official rate by spending almost $1.5 billion each month.

This was revealed in a recent interview with Arise News by Bayo Onanuga, the President’s Special Advisor on Information and Strategy.

According to Onanuga, some connected to Godwin Emefiele, the previous governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, and others close to some members of Muhammadu Buhari’s administration allegedly collected money at the official rate and sold it on the black market.

“Under the previous administration (of the CBN), as per media reports, the CBN was spending roughly $1.5 billion every year,” he stated.

In this case, individuals close to the former governor and other government figures were receiving payments at the official rate. They then engaged in arbitrage, or the sale of the funds obtained through roundtripping and selling them on the black market, where they profited handsomely for doing nothing. The government attempted to prevent some of these things.

Onanuga added that foreign direct investment (FDI) had eventually “dried up” because investors were unwilling to make investments in an area where there was unstable currency rates because of the gap in the official window and the parallel market.

According to the presidential adviser, market prices for goods and commodities were rising faster than they ought to.

“Some of the price increases we are seeing are extremely phony; it seems like everyone is just raising prices,” he stated. Because even if you want to dollarize your economy, you actually can’t tolerate the kind of extremely sharp price increases that this nation is currently experiencing if you line it with the exchange rate.

Onanuga went on to say that although more money had been allocated to the lower levels of government, there had been no progress in the last few months, so more complaints and queries should be addressed to state and local government councils rather than the federal government.

“I’m sure the naira will begin to wax stronger and stronger and probably go to the rate that Governor Cardoso envisages it will be instead of the rate we have now if we can sustain the stability we have now if we can ensure that we don’t have the volatility anymore,” he continued.

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Phyna, a BBNaija star, dazzles fans with gorgeous Valentine-themed photos.

Big Brother Naija Level Up winner Ijeoma Otabor, also referred to as Phyna, has stunned internet users with her stunning Valentine-themed photos.

The reality star celebrated Valentine’s Day by posting stunning photos that accentuated her curves and beauty.

Phyna considered the idea that being single is not about being unloved, but rather about accepting one’s own empowerment, taking one’s time to mold one’s life, and making thoughtful companionship choices in her caption.

“Being single used to mean that nobody wanted you,” the author said.

It indicates that you’re a fairly sexy person who takes time to consider what kind of life you want and who you want to spend it with.

“Good morning.”

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Tochi from BBNaija asks singles after Valentine’s Day, “February 14th Has Passed, Did You Die?”

For those who are single after Valentine’s Day, Tochi, an ex-BBNaija housemate, has a question.

When most of them complained that they had not received gifts, he asked how they were doing.

After Valentine’s Day, which was recently over, Tochi is getting in touch with the unmarried individuals who were depressed before to the holiday.

After February 14th, he inquired as to their continued existence.

“Did you die now that February 14th has passed and you’re still single?” he wrote.

See reactions below;

simplyrahyo replied: β€œNooo very much alive bro πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚β€

anikkiee said: β€œNo i did not die. Infact i am not at risk of unwanted pregnancy or infection πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚β€

awuklins_celebritytailor penned: β€œπŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚tochiπŸ˜‚abeg leave me alone o..to think that it was my birthday..I wish I was born in different month and different date..the eco that comes with feb14th is odukaaa too too muchπŸ˜‚β€

she_is_emi wrote: β€œThis is a personal attack to me, I’m offended πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚β€

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Nigeria’s 2023 Most Streamed Artists List is headed by Asake.

The most streamed musician in Nigeria is none other than Ahmed Ololade, a well-known singer from Nigeria who goes by Asake.

This was disclosed by TurnTable Charts in a list that was made public on its official X account on Wednesday.

Remember that Asake has experienced enormous commercial success ever since his breakthrough song “Omo Ope” was released in 2022?

With 654 million streams, the singer topped the list of Nigerian artists who were most streamed in 2023.

He received 654 million plays on YouTube, Boomplay, Spotify, and Apple Music.

After releasing two albums and two EPs, Seyi Vibez came in second place with 533 million streams, and Davido came in third place with 328 streaming from his fourth album, “Timeless.”

Omah Lay, with 301 million streams, ranks fourth.

With 301 million streams, Omah Lay finishes in fourth place, while Burna Boy completes the top 5 with 282 million streams, helped along by the publication of his seventh album, “I Told Them.”