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I Once Directed a Movie I Didn’t Understand – Kunle Afolayan

Movie producer, Kunle Afolayan has made a confession.
He stated that he once directed a movie he didn’t understand.
Afolayan stated this at the third edition of Kunle Afolayan Productions (KAP) Film & Television Academy’s Reel Circle, an initiative for film enthusiasts to learn from industry experts.
He said:
“I was asked to direct something I know nothing about. I tried to like bail out but somehow I was convinced that I could do it. But I knew, I did not know what I was going to do. I did not understand the story. It is an installation film, even at the time I didn’t know what installation film was.
 
“Before I agreed to it, I read the script, I did not understand it. I called someone Biodun Aleja, may his soul rest in peace, he read it and said ‘this is crazy’ and then a few other people. I spoke to the person who introduced me to the project that ‘can I meet with the producer? Maybe if she shares her vision, I would get it’.
 
“Then he flew me to London and we sat for like two hours and she was talking. She showed me her showreel and I knew there was a problem because the showreel did not make sense. It was a complete abstract installation, people just doing weird things and I am a narrative director. Then I called the link and said ‘I am not doing this, I would not even know what to say’.
“But he was like they are paying you $40,000, you have to do it. I said okay but I was like let us do an adaptation of a scene but even with it I did not know what to adapt. But because Biodun Aleja was there, he studied Performing Arts, so his literature is stronger. I was like look, we have to find a way. They are flying us to Miami and Chicago, we cannot turn that down.
 
“They did this and we went, we filmed in like the oldest museum. I was the director and there were five trucks of equipments. It’s like someone throwing you into the ocean and asking you to start swimming. I am like I am the director, so I have to use that power. But then I have always wanted to shoot in a space where they have large windows, where I can have a ray of light.
 
“So I was focusing on other things, I did not understand the story. Up till now, after we shot the film, if I watch it again, I am like what was the story? There was no story but guess what? They flew me to five countries to premiere the film and they were flying me in business class since 2007.”
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Why I Rejected DMs of Footballers, Good-looking And Rich Guys – Media Personality Gbemi

Nigerian media personality Gbemi Olateru Olagbegi has opened up that she ignored DMs of several footballers, good-looking and rich guys.
She stated this in an interview with the Menisms podcast, while speaking on DM etiquette.
According to her, she’s afraid of such men screenshotting her chat and publicly posting.
Explaining further, she said:
“What is your take on DM etiquette
 
I don’t answer. When I was single, I didn’t answer. My phobia was they would screenshot the conversation and give it to a big chat. I am not going to lie. There were some rich people, good-looking guys, that would slide into my DM, and I wouldn’t answer. Footballers slid into my DM, I didn’t answer. I am not going to answer. See me in person and talk to me”.
 
Touching on dating younger men, Gbemi said she has no problem with it as her husband is younger than her. However, she has a specific age gap requirement as she doesn’t date men who are 5 years younger or older than her.
 
“I don’t have any problem with dating younger. My husband is younger than me. I have a thing that my man shouldn’t be 5 years older or younger than me”.
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Kizz Daniel Mourns After Losing His Mother-in-Law to Cancer

Nigerian Afrobeat singer Kizz Daniel has mourned the death of his mother-in-law.
The star took to X to ask fans to put him in their prayers.
According to him, his wife just lost her mother to breast cancer, and he is mourning with her.
“My wife lost her mom to breast cancer, and I’m here mourning with her. Say a prayer for her mom, Vaddicts”.
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I’ll Go to Jupiter Marry Aliens If Humans Don’t Stream My Song – Ruger

Afrobeats singer, Ruger, has issued a threat to Nigerians.
He warned that if his song with Tiwa Savage, ‘Toma Toma,’ doesn’t get enough streams, he will travel to Jupiter.
According to him, he will go there and start a new family.
On his X handle, the singer wrote, “If Una no stream this song, I go pack all my bags and studio equipment go Jupiter. Give like two aliens belle, collect citizenship for there . Shey Una Dey mad see song naa #tomatoma”
Recall that Wizkid’s latest song ‘Dance’ is currently dominating streaming platforms in Nigeria, blocking other songs from going top of charts.
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Court Adjourns Falana’s Suit Against Verydarkman Till Next Year

The defamation suit against social media influencer, Vincent Otse, aka VeryDarkMan, VDM has been adjourned till January 23, 2025.
The suit was adjourned on Thursday by a Lagos High Court.
The defamation suit was brought against VDM by human rights activist, Femi Falana and his son, Folarin, popularly known as Falz.
Recall that VDM had arrived in court dressed in a red native attire, surrounded by fans cheering him on, but the Falanas were absent.
It was gathered that the case could not proceed because most of the applications filed by the parties are not yet in the court file. The court had to adjourn the hearing to January 23, 2025.
Recall that on October 14, Justice Matthias Dawodu while ruling on an exparte application for an order of interim and preemptive remedy brought by the Falanas, held that they have legal rights to be protected from being slandered.
The court also ordered VDM to bring down the alleged defamatory video that he made on September 24, 2025, against the SAN and his son.
Justice Dawodu also restrained the self-acclaimed social media police from further releasing, publishing, or circulating any defamatory videos and comments against the senior lawyer and his son on all his online social media handles and pages pending the hearing of the suit filed by the duo.
The judge further ordered that all the processes in the matter be served on VeryDarkMan through his lawyer, Deji Adeyanju.
The Falanas had dragged the defendant before the court in separate suits, claiming N500 million each as damages over a video he posted on his social media platforms alleging that they collected N10 million from Idris Okuneye, aka Bobrisky, to pervert the course of justice.
In their suits, the father and son submitted that the defendant knew all his comments were unverified and not true, yet he proceeded to publish the same to injure their reputation recklessly.
They also stated that the alleged defamatory publication is still trending on the defendant’s online handles and pages and as such, the injury to their reputation continues as long as the publication remains online.
In response, VDM applied to the court for leave to appeal the ruling.
He also submitted that a refusal by the court would amount to miscarriage of justice, as the case involves significant legal questions that merit further review.
He stated, “A refusal to grant leave may result in the enforcement of a decision that does not reflect a correct application of the law, leading to outcomes that may be detrimental not only to the parties involved but also to the administration of justice as a whole.
 
“The appellate court’s role in clarifying and, where necessary, correcting trial court decisions are vital in maintaining the integrity of the judicial system.”
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BBNaija’s Tuoyo Slams Girls With Smelly V@ginas

Ex-BBNaija housemate, Tuoyo Ideh has advised women to be conscious of their hygiene and take proper care of themselves.

The reaity star appealed to women to ensure they keep their v@ginas clean if they want oral s3x from their partners.

He gave the advise while recounting his experience at a club.

According to him, he recently went to the club and “someone was just smelling v@gina.”

See the post he shared below;

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Why Burna Boy Doesn’t Want To Have Kids – Speed Darlington

Controversial Nigerian singer, Speed Darlington has explained the reason he believes Grammy-winning singer, Burna Boy is uninterested in being a father.

This comes after Burna Boy got him arrested for slandering his and his mother’s name and male wild allegations.

In a new video he made, Speed Darlington alleged that the reason why Burna Boy said he doesn’t want to have kids was probably because he is allegedly interested in men only.

Speed Darlington stated that he has been ruminating over this fact for a while now.

However, this had stirred intense criticism from social media users who have lambasted him.

See reactions to the video below;

mylady_eve said: “Akpi you that is talking how many kids do you have??”

Olivia_davids said: “With this face only a mother can love, , your audacity is surprising”.

miyaskigram wrote: “The pity game will obviously start oO again when Burna come for him but una nor dey see am now”

jayne__sammymere__ said: “This arrest pain presido pass when Chinasa wan collect en land from am”

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I’m Not On Good Terms With Ayra Starr – Jaywon

Nigerian singer, Jaywon has stated that he does not have a good relationship with junior colleague, Ayra Starr.
Recall that things changed between the two after trolls mocked Jaywon over a photo they took together.
In the controversial picture, Ayra Starr could be seen holding Jaywon’s hand, seemingly to prevent him from holding her waist.
Speaking in a recent interview with News Central, Jaywon blamed Ayra Starr and her management for not calling the trolls to order.
“The Ayra Starr situation is unfortunate. We are not cool. People don’t get it. What would make me, Jaywon want to take a picture with Ayra Starr?
 
“Of course, she’s an amazing artist who has been making us [Nigerians] proud. So, it’s just love. I only wanted to support and celebrate her for the good work she’s doing.
 
“People also support and celebrate me, too. So when I see a young artist doing good, I want to be part of that celebration.
 
“We took a picture and it went viral, you and your never said anything about it. The only thing your management did was to promote the picture back to back. Nobody is dumb.
 
“We know how the [music] industry works. People are saying she didn’t say anything about the picture. Of course, she didn’t say anything about the picture but she saw it trending everyday. Why would she not say something about it?
 
“Oh yeah, because that is how they roll. I don’t blame them. They feel like if they say something, they are going to stop the picture from trending. They enjoy it. No problem. Everybody has their time,” he said.
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Ivy Ifeoma Addresses P-Square’s Split, Husband’s Bond With Ex-wife

Ivy Ifeoma, the new wife of music star Paul Okoye has reacted to the beef between Psquare.
She also spoke on her husband’s birthday message to his ex-wife, Anita Okoye.
Recall that Paul had penned a birthday note, in which he fondly called Anita “Mama Ejima” to celebrate her, which sparked some discussion among fans.
In a Q&A session with her followers, Ivy addressed the matter, saying, “I see nothing wrong with that. He wished her a happy birthday. Is that supposed to be a bad thing?”
Speaking on the beef between Peter and Paul, she said:
“I am personally not happy about P-square’s split. But if you want to know what to do to bring them back, please go and ask them, not me.”
When questioned about her relationship with Paul’s children, Ivy blasted the fan, describing them as ‘stupid’ for suggesting being a ‘wicked stepmom‘.
 
“Some of you are just very very very stupid,” she stated.
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Olamide Is The Godfather Of Music – Kizz Daniel

Singer Oluwatobiloba Daniel Anidugbe aka Kizz Daniels has named colleague, Olamide as the godfather of music.
This is as he added music producer Don Jazzy and artist Phyno in this group with Olamide.
He stated this on X while replying a fan.
He wrote: “That’s the Godfather of the New industry along side Don Jazzy and Phyno … story for another day.”
See post below:
https://twitter.com/KizzDaniel/status/1856441725016789006?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1856441725016789006%7Ctwgr%5Efc946520eaf71c221c3750d65704b5f2113ca845%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tori.ng%2Fnews%2F287289%2Folamide-is-the-godfather-of-music-kizz-daniel.html