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Celebrities Mourn AMAA Founder Peace Anyiam-Osigwe
Nigerian celebrities such as Joke Silva, Ramsey Nouah, and Toyin Abraham have expressed their condolences for the passing of Peace Anyiam-Osigwe, the founder of the Africa Movie Academy Awards.
Anyiam-Osigwe, known as the “queen of Nollywood films,” passed away on Monday in Lagos after a brief illness.
Actors and actresses including Yul Edochie, Rita Dominic and comedian AY have taken to social media to express their sadness at her death.
Actress Joke Silva, in a post on her Instagram page, called death “bloody rude”
Ramsey Nouah said, “My dearest Peace, it is with a heavy heart that I write this, and I wish that just maybe it’s all a nightmare I will wake up from. You had plans, there were so many grounds to break, so many heights to reach, and so many destinies waiting to take flight on the wings of your platform. The news of your death is a huge shock. You were a force, an icon and a visionary leader in Nollywood. You have written your name in the sands of time, and your legacy continues to live on. RIP dear sister.”
Actress Toyin Abraham wrote, “Goodnight ma @digitalpmoglobal you chatted with me on Thursday to encourage me and promised to pop champagne for me. You told me I am so focused and hardworking. I know heaven gained an angel. Thank you so much ma, and I promise to always be focused and continue to be my own competition. Goodnight”.
While sharing his last moment with the deceased, Yul Edochie said, “Life is so uncertain. Just a few weeks ago, I had a conversation with her on the phone, where she told me her plans for Nollywood in 2023 and commended me for my work. Today she’s gone. Rest well Madam Peace Anyiam-Osigwe. May God grant your family the strength to bear the loss.”
Comedian Ayo Makun wrote, ”Only a woman of substance and integrity brings out everyone that I am seeing talking about you on social media and different platforms today. I can not explain how much I’d miss all your professional advice. Peace Anyiam Osigwe was an inspiration to the whole industry. Always willing to help. Everything you asked me to do about Almajiri started falling in place last year. We wish you farewell in your journey to eternity. You’d never be forgotten. Rest in peace.”
Rita Dominic wrote, ”It is so difficult to say goodbye and to write RIP underneath your picture. This is not a good start to the New Year, but who I’m i a mere mortal to question the almighty. Your contributions to the growth of African cinema and Nollywood will never be forgotten. You empowered me and so many creatives in Africa through your platform. Thank you for all sis. Adieu till we meet to part no more.”
Entertainment
DJ Cuppy Hints On Quitting Career
Nigerian disc jockey, Florence Otedola, widely known as DJ Cuppy, has hinted at stepping away from her career as a disc jockey.
In a recent post on her X account, she shared that while DJing has always been her passion, this year she has been feeling the urge to evolve and create a greater impact.
“DJing is my passion, but tbh this year has felt like a whole new experience, like I’m meant to level up and make a bigger impact.. Only God knows what’s next,” she shared.
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Taking to the comment section, a fan urged her to start djing again, adding that he dislikes the new her.
“Start DJing again. I have missed your vibes on IG. I don’t like the new you at all,” he wrote.
DJ Cuppy replied, “I don’t like the old me at all.”
The music star recently dropped a gospel mixtape following her baptism earlier this year. She stated that she created the mixtape under divine inspiration and guidance.
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Alex Iwobi Drops Second Single “What’s Luv?”
Fulham midfielder, Alex Iwobi has expanded his creative pursuits, releasing a second single titled “What’s Luv?”.
This follows the success of his debut track “Don’t Shoot”, marking Iwobi as the first Premier League footballer to enter the music scene with his name and face attached to his music.
Known for his skill on the pitch with over 260 top-flight appearances, Iwobi is now sharing his off-field passion with fans and listeners.
“Music has always been a passion of mine,” Iwobi shared. “It’s a way for me to express myself away from football. Music is a great tool, and I’ve always used it as a productive way to share how I feel.”
Iwobi, who grew up in a challenging area of London, said he wants his music to inspire young people to focus on positive goals, showing them they don’t need to fit into one mold. Through his community work and his creative projects, Iwobi aims to provide a message of resilience and self-expression.
“Growing up, I know how hard it can be,” he said. “Alongside the work we do in the community, I hope that my music shows young people they can pursue different passions. Creating music doesn’t take anything away from my football; it actually helps me switch off.”
With “What’s Luv?”, Iwobi continues to encourage a positive narrative for youth, using his platform as both a Premier League player and a musician to inspire others to follow their dreams and make productive choices.
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Megan Thee Stallion Confirms To Sleeping With Tory Lanez
American rapper Megan Thee Stallion has revealed she had a sexual relationship with Canadian rapper Tory Lanez before their fallout.
Recall that Lanez was sentenced to 10 years in prison in August last year after being convicted in December 2022 of assault with a semi-automatic firearm and two other felonies for shooting Megan in the feet following a party at Kylie Jenner’s house in 2020.
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In Nneka Onuorah’s new documentary, ‘Megan: In Her Words,’ which premieres on Oct. 31 on Prime Video, Megan admitted to initially lying about her intimacy with Lanez but later acknowledged that they had been intimate on a few occasions.
She added, however, that these encounters happened under the influence of alcohol.
“I lied to Gayle King, b*tch, she was always gonna talk about the shooting, why’d you tryna ask me if I’m f*cking Tory, even if I was I f*cked a n*gga like once, maybe twice on a drunk night,” he said.