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Celebrity Marriages That Crashed In 2023
In Nigeria, people are always talking about famous couples and their marriages. Some last, but sadly, some don’t. Let’s take a look at the marriage of celebrities which ended in 2023.
Israel DMW and Sheila Courage,
Israel DMW, who works for Davido, and Sheila Courage, who is a model, songwriter, and TV presenter, were married for only one year. Sheila, not only known for her talents but also as the daughter of a well-known pastor, caught the public’s attention. Their wedding in October 2022 was attended by many celebrities. However, things went bad when Israel claimed on November 25, through an Instagram post, that Sheila married him just for fame. This led to the end of their marriage.
Bolanle Ninalowo
Popular Nollywood actor Bolanle Ninalowo shocked fans by announcing the end of his 17-year marriage to Bunmi. This wasn’t the first time their relationship hit the rocks; in 2017, they confirmed a separation after 12 years together. Despite reuniting in 2018, the couple decided to part ways for good, with Ninalowo stating on September 1, 2023, that the breakup was the best for all parties involved.
BRed
Nigerian artiste B-Red, Davido’s cousin, faced a marriage breakdown with Faith Johnson in 2023. Despite keeping their wedding private, they claimed to be happily married. However, allegations of abuse and infidelity surfaced, leading to a public fallout. The couple, parents to a son born in 2019, unfollowed each other on Instagram and engaged in a public exchange of accusations.
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Bukola Awoyemi (Arugba) And Damola Olatunji
Nollywood actress Bukola Awoyemi, known as Arugba, separated from her husband, actor Damola Olatunji, over alleged infidelity. Despite denials from Damola, Bukola moved out earlier in the year and officially announced their separation on Instagram. The couple, who share twins, couldn’t salvage their relationship.
Demola Odulaja And Farida Sobowale
Farida Sobowale made headlines with an attempted suicide following the collapse of her two-month-old marriage to Demola Odulaja. Demola attributed the breakup to Farida’s alleged promiscuity. The public revelation of personal issues highlighted the challenges celebrities face in maintaining their marriages.
Yomi Gold
In January 2023, Yomi Gold, a famous Yoruba actor and producer, announced that he and his second wife Meenah were getting a divorce. Yomi admitted his part in the breakup and said Meenah is a good person, giving people a peek into their relationship.
These celebrity breakups, like Yomi’s, grab people’s interest and show that being famous doesn’t make relationships immune to challenges. Fans are curious about the personal lives of these stars, which often play out in the public eye.
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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