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BBNaija All-Stars: Viewers Criticize Big Brother For Using Jury Elimination
Viewers of the Big Brother Naija reality program, “All Stars” edition, have criticized the jury-style of eviction, saying that it does not correctly reflect their choices.
On X (previously Twitter), users criticized the organizers and requested an explanation for why the voting process wasn’t applied to the “All Stars” episode.
TeeTaiwo_94 said, “#BBNaijaAllStars, I think our votes are not needed anymore as it doesn’t count nor save our fave. Please put an end to that jury idea of yours else nobody go dey vote again. I cannot imagine me taking my time and resources to vote and it won’t count. It’s annoying oo
Osabennie said, “The jury option is bad. It was clearly shown that sentiment has been on display. Let the Viewers be the Ultimate jury!.
“Seyi being in the bottom 3 for the second time should at least mean something. Otherwise this jury thing ain’t working! The viewers should be the ultimate jury, estherbabirye1 added.
ije_peace added that, “Big Brother, stop this jury method. Our votes as viewers & fans must count. Without us d show is nothing. You can’t tell us 2 vote & our vote won’t count This is the same problem Nigeria is facing now .#INEC. Or are you also telling us to go to court?”
Kutlwanoletshol said, “Please stop this jury thing… What’s the use of voting if you gonna have your people decide… Then why don’t u let only ex BBN house mates vote and leave the public out of it because the jury decision is what u want… Boring please and it’s not funny.”
Uriel had earlier told Big Brother during her diary session that she was not ready to be evicted as she would reject the eviction.
In her words, she said, “I pray it’s not me because you’ll be needing 25 ninjas to carry me out.
“I will not go. I’ll be the first housemate in BBN history to reject eviction. Not my portion.”
A social media controversy has erupted after media strategist Esther Ijewere accused Nollywood actress Dayo Amusa of plagiarism.
Ijewere alleged that Amusa lifted her Facebook post about singer Asake and shared it on her own platforms without giving credit.
The original post, which Ijewere published on March 15 at 1:15 a.m., reflected on Asake’s childhood struggles, family issues, and the emotional impact of fame.
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Later that same day, Amusa reportedly posted the exact same words on her Facebook and Instagram pages, with no acknowledgment of the original author.
Seeing her words being circulated under Amusa’s name, Ijewere publicly called out the actress, demanding proper credit.
She wrote:”Dear Dayo Amusa, You took my post from my Facebook page and shared it as your own on Facebook and Instagram without giving me proper credit. Please, do the right thing and acknowledge my work. It’s important to respect and credit the original creator.”
Following the backlash, Amusa deleted the post from Facebook but left it up on Instagram, where it continued to generate reactions. By that time, several blogs had already attributed the words to Amusa, further frustrating Ijewere.
In response, Amusa dismissed the allegations, claiming she found the post on a friend’s WhatsApp status and did not know who originally wrote it.
She insisted that her #copied hashtag at the end of her post indicated she was not taking credit for the words.
Replying to Ijewere’s call-out, Amusa wrote: “E dey pain you say I no tag your name abi. Pele baby!!! Like I told you in your DM earlier, I don’t know you, let alone knowing you were the original writer. It was copied from a friend’s WhatsApp, and I even screenshot am for you to see.”
She also mocked the situation, adding: “How market? Enjoying the gbasgbos? Have fun and enjoy it while it lasts.”
The controversy has sparked mixed reactions online. Some social media users believe Amusa should have given proper credit to Ijewere, while others argue that using #copied was enough to indicate that she wasn’t claiming ownership of the words.
Nigerian music sensation Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, has reconciled with his father, Fatai Odunsi, after a public fallout.
The singer has now promised to purchase a new house for his father and take care of his medical expenses.
This development comes days after Odunsi alleged that Asake had abandoned him since his health took a downturn in 2022.
The elderly man, who has been battling a stroke, lamented that despite his son’s rise to fame and fortune, he had not received financial support.
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However, in a new video released on Sunday, Odunsi confirmed that Asake had reached out to him and their differences had been resolved. Speaking in Yoruba, he expressed pride in his son and showered him with prayers.
“His mother ought to ask him when last he saw me. That was what got me angry, but we have sorted all the problems. We are no longer fighting,” Odunsi said.
He further revealed that Asake had taken steps to fulfill his responsibilities as a son, including instructing real estate agents to find him a new home.
“Asake said he will do everything that I want. We have settled, no more problems. They are now looking for a new house that he will buy for me,” he added.
Additionally, Odunsi disclosed that Asake had pledged to take full responsibility for his 11-year-old daughter, Zeenat.
“He has never denied his child, but he has now promised to take full responsibility for the child,” he said.
Odunsi also mentioned that Asake had sent him money for his medical treatment, and he planned to visit the hospital the following day.
Popular Nigerian crossdresser and social media personality, James Brown, has announced that he is temporarily stepping away from his female persona due to financial difficulties.
In a heartfelt post on his Instagram page on Friday, Brown appealed to his followers for support, emphasizing his need for advertisements and promotions to sustain himself.
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He also disclosed his aspiration to further his education, revealing that he requires approximately N30 million for tuition fees alone.
“Many people have been asking, James, is it true you need help? I actually do. I need all the ads and promotions. In fact, I have turned to a boy right now. I have reached out to some friends. If you want to support, nothing is too small,” he wrote.
He further pleaded with his fans to refrain from mocking his situation, adding, “Don’t come laugh at someone who’s trying to put everything together to go back to school.”
Mixed Reactions Trail Announcement
Brown’s revelation has sparked diverse reactions online, with some questioning his financial decisions while others offered words of encouragement.
A social media user, @mercy_o300 questioned the rationale behind seeking donations, stating, “You have 30m and me that don’t have half of the money should support you? 
.”
Another user, @thisteachergrins, commented, “Get a job, start a business. That’s what we regular people are doing.”
Similarly, @haleemadams001, criticized Brown’s appeal, saying, “They should contribute for you to live above your means… You really do need help.”
However, others focused on Brown’s shift in persona, with @treasuredaniel_ writing, “You’ve turned to a boy? Likeeee. What were you before?”
Another user, @oluwanissi, advised Brown to seek employment, remarking, “Everyone needs help. Boy, find a real job. It’s your supporters I blame.”
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