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Linda Ikeji Faces Backlash For Releasing “Dark October” Against Family Wishes
Nigerian blogger and entrepreneur, Linda Ikeji, has been criticized for the release of the movie “Dark October”.
The film depicts the story of the murder of four University of Port Harcourt students who were killed in Aluu Community in 2012.
The parents of the victims have requested Linda Ikeji and Netflix to halt the movie’s premiere but despite the request, the movie was released on February 3.
The family through a rights group, The Integrity Friends for Truth and Peace The initiative (TIFPI), said Linda Ikeji made the movie about their late children without consulting them.
It said that the movie has reawakened the already doused trauma caused by the tragic killing of their children.
Given that the movie was released, Linda Ikeji does not appear to have complied with their request.
While some have criticized Linda Ikeji for reawakening their trauma, others have applauded her for highlighting the injustice faced by the victims.
@peekaymila said,”Linda Ikeji is a despicable human.
“She made a movie about the Aluu 4 victims without the consent of the parents.
“Went ahead to release the movie on @netflix, even after the parents expressed their dissatisfaction and opposed the idea.
“How could @netflix let this happen?.
@DanielRegha said, “Linda Ikeji making a movie about the Aluu 4 victims isn’t a problem, cos anyone can make a movie about people, living or dead; But since the affected families disapproved, Linda should’ve canceled the movie. She’s profiting from other people’s misfortune & that’s truly evil.
@rukevwejacobs said,”The Aluu 4 story had to be told in film. Thanks, Linda Ikeji. True, this story may not be welcome by the families concerned. But for the sake of them, for the sake of Deborah and many others, we need to remember. ThisT film is the most useful film I have watched from Nigeria.
@Lithmike said, “I think we should all give Linda ikeji a break out problem is that we play emotion too much in the country u see that Aluu 4 story if a Nigerian don’t tell it a white man will steal it and tell it the way it suits them and nothing will happen.
@OlujuwonBabs said,” How does this make Linda Ikeji despicable? Does the family own the right to a public story? Are we being emotional because it’s Linda or cos it involves money? It’s a public story and it can be told by anyone.
I dislike this faux outrage.
@StanleyEzihie said, “Lol, even people that start recording dying victims of an accident without trying to help save their life first, are shouting Linda Ikeji shouldn’t have produced a movie about Aluu 4 without consent. The irony of this woke Twitter users.
“How does this make Linda Ikeji despicable? Does the family own the right to a public story? Are we being emotional because it’s Linda or cos it involves money? It’s a public story and it can be told by anyone. I dislike this faux outrage.”
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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