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BBNaija host Ebuka Obi, other celebrities pay tribute to Rico Swavey
By Funmilayo Olusanya
Former Big Brother Naija Season 3 housemate Rico Swavey has been receiving a flood of condolences following his death in an auto accident.
The reality star, aged 29, was put on life support due to the effects of the accident.
His management and the deceased teammates Alex Unusual and Tobi Bakre confirmed that he was in serious condition while pleading for everyone to hope for a miracle.
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His close coworkers and friends announced his death on Thursday morning. Rico, as he was affectionately known, didn’t make it.
On their social media pages, celebrities among many who paid tribute are;
Ebuka Obi-Uchendu said: “The actual warmest human being. This is truly heartbreaking… Rest in Peace Rico.”
Kate Henshaw tweeted: “Death is never easy to accept…. no matter how hard we try to be strong in the face of it, it still hits a nerve… Receive his soul O Lord and comfort his loved ones left behind. Remind them daily that you are with them always. RIP Rico.”
Tobi Bakre wrote: “This is how I’ll always remember you. Rest in Peace my Brother.
Alex Unusual stated: “This was not what we agreed Rico. Rest In Peace #ricoswavey.”
Toyin Lawani wrote: “Aye yi ,aye asan just make sure you make your mark , Man like Rico , Today is indeed a sad day. I can never forget how wonderful, respectful and kind you are. This death was really untimely, But it was a blessing to have had you on this earth with us Rip Rico rest on.”
Groovy tweeted: “This is so unreal. This was just on Sunday at the winners party. My Team had told me Rico was around and I immediately went over to him to say thank you for all the support and love.We lost a Real one. God give your family strength to bare this loss RIP RICO.”
Beverly Naya said: “Was praying it wouldn’t get to this, RIP Rico. He was literally the sweetest soul, working with him on Tinsel was always such a joy. Always smiling, always joking, always laughing. This is heartbreaking, gone way too soon. Praying for his family and loves ones.”
Ifuennada wrote: “This is how I’ll always remember you Rico. You were the best of us, so full of life, so kind-hearted, so easy-going, so hardworking, so talented. You were a great friend and you loved me even at my worst. You were so supportive. I’m so sorry this happened to you. I’ll always remember you Rico. Thanks for sharing your light with this world. Rest in Power.”
MI Abaga said: “RIP Rico Swavey Life can be so cruel.”
Erica Nlewedim stated: “RIP Rico. God help us.”
Beauty Tukura tweeted: “I didn’t get to know you much but it hurts still. RIP Rico I pray God grants his family & friends all the comfort during these times.”
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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