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The Best Financial Decision Of My Life – Bimbo Ademoye
Investing in a successful Nollywood film can be a highly lucrative business opportunity and for Actress Bimbo Ademoye, “Gangs of Lagos” proved to be just that.
Bimbo Ademoye opened up in a recent interview that investing in Jade Osiberu’s film, “Gangs of Lagos” was the most profitable financial decision she had ever made.
The film, which was directed by Jade Osiberu and released on Amazon Prime, tells the story of a group of young people trying to survive in the dangerous and chaotic world Lagos underworld.
Ademoye’s investment in the film seems to have paid off handsomely, as “Gangs of Lagos” becomes a massive success, both critically and commercially.
The film has been praised for its bold storytelling, its powerful performances, and its unflinching portrayal of the harsh realities of life in Lagos underworld. And it was also a box office hit, grossing millions of naira in its first few weeks of release.
For Ademoye, the success of “Gangs of Lagos” was a vindication of her decision to invest in the film.
“Gangs of Lagos” is the first African original movie to be featured on the global streaming platform Amazon Prime.
In the interview, the actress expressed her long-time desire to invest in the film industry. However, she had reservations because she didn’t think filmmakers could recoup the enormous costs associated with film production, given their shooting style.
She stated that she chose to invest in Jade Osiberu’s film because the director is an enigma.
The actress said, “I just called and I’m like ‘Is there space?’ because it’s a Jade film. I was like ‘Oh is the queue long?’ And she [Jade] said ‘Even if there’s no space you know I got you!’”
In order to avoid missing out on another successful investment opportunity like she did with ‘Sugar Rush’, she was determined to seize the chance to invest in ‘Gangs of Lagos’.
Ademoye portrayed the character of Teni in the movie, who was the daughter of a wealthy gang leader and the love interest of Obalola, played by Tobi Bakre.
The 31-year-old actress has an estimated net worth of $200,000 in 2023.
Nollywood is a rapidly growing and increasingly important sector of the global entertainment industry.
According to report, Nollywood produces more films than Hollywood or Bollywood, and its reach extends far beyond Nigeria, with Nollywood films being watched by audiences around the world.
As Nollywood continues to grow and evolve, there will no doubt be many more opportunities for investors to get involved in the industry. And for those who are willing to take a chance, the potential rewards can be enormous.
Eloswag, a former contestant on Big Brother Naija Season 7, has broken his silence following the release of his private video online.
The reality star reportedly uploaded a clip featuring himself and an unidentified woman on his Snapchat account at approximately 3 a.m. on Sunday.
Though Eloswag swiftly deleted the video, it had already caught the attention of the internet.
The explicit content quickly gained traction after being reposted by the controversial gossip blog, Gistlover, sparking widespread conversations across social media platforms.
In response to the incident, Eloswag took to X (formerly Twitter) to express his frustration and consider possible legal action.
In a now-deleted post, he wrote, “I mistakenly posted a video on my Snapchat by 3am and deleted it immediately, guess who has the video? GISTLOVER? How? Please, can I sue? Because it doesn’t make sense.”
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The reality star’s reaction highlights the challenges celebrities face when intimate content finds its way online.
While some supporters have shown empathy, others have engaged in heated debates about the responsibility of public figures in handling their digital content.
Eloswag’s predicament places him alongside other Nigerian celebrities who have dealt with similar scandals, such as Moyo Lawal, Tiwa Savage, Oxlade, and James Brown, whose private videos have previously surfaced online.
Legal experts have weighed in on Eloswag’s potential case, noting that while pursuing legal action against individuals or platforms that share such content can be complex, it is not impossible.
The development has reignited discussions on digital privacy and the ethical responsibilities of content-sharing platforms.
As Eloswag’s fans and critics await further updates, the incident underscores the precarious nature of online privacy and the far-reaching consequences of a single momentary lapse.
Nigeria’s Chidimma Vanessa Adetshina has claimed the No. 2 spot on the Miss Universe Pre-Arrival Hot Picks, solidifying her position as a top contender in the upcoming November 16, 2024, pageant.
As excitement builds for Miss Universe 2024, Adetshina’s ranking has sparked national pride and optimism in Nigeria, with many hopeful she could secure the title.
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Adetshina arrived in Mexico last month to prepare for the competition and has since captured widespread attention.
However, her path to Miss Universe has been marked by challenges.
Initially competing as Miss Taraba in Miss Universe Nigeria, she withdrew from the Miss South Africa pageant following online backlash regarding her nationality and accusations of fraud by the South African Home Office.
This setback, however, did not deter her ambitions.
Her current standing as a top pick underscores her growing international recognition and support, positioning her as a formidable contender ahead of the competition.
Many have taken to social media to voice their support, with some declaring her Nigeria’s best chance yet to secure the Miss Universe crown.
Nigerians have been ranked among the top social media users globally, with 2024 data positioning the country fifth in the world for average daily time spent online.
According to figures from Cable.co.uk and We Are Social, shared by World of Statistics on X, Nigerians spend an average of 3 hours and 23 minutes per day on social media.
Leading the global list is Kenya, where users spend the most time on social media at 3 hours and 43 minutes daily. South Africa follows closely with 3 hours and 37 minutes, Brazil with 3 hours and 34 minutes, and the Philippines at 3 hours and 33 minutes.
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With an average of 3 hours and 23 minutes, Nigeria ranks just behind these top four countries in social media engagement.
Other nations with notable social media usage include Colombia at 3 hours and 22 minutes, Chile and Indonesia both at 3 hours and 11 minutes. Completing the top ten are Saudi Arabia and Argentina, with daily averages of 3 hours and 10 minutes and 3 hours and 8 minutes, respectively.
By comparison, some countries report lower social media usage. Ghana averages 2 hours and 43 minutes, Egypt 2 hours and 41 minutes, and Thailand 2 hours and 30 minutes.
Among European countries, social media engagement is generally lower, with Portugal averaging 2 hours and 23 minutes, Romania 2 hours and 20 minutes, and Italy 2 hours and 17 minutes, highlighting significant regional variations in social media usage.
Full list:
Kenya – 03:43
South Africa – 03:37
Brazil – 03:34
Philippines – 03:33
Nigeria – 03:23
Colombia – 03:22
Chile – 03:11
Indonesia – 03:11
Saudi Arabia – 03:10
Argentina – 03:08
Mexico – 03:04
Malaysia – 02:48
Ghana – 02:43
Egypt – 02:41
Thailand – 02:30
Bulgaria – 02:26
Vietnam – 02:23
Portugal – 02:23
Romania – 02:20
Italy – 02:17
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