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Nigerian Celebrities Whose Marriages Ended In 2022
Several celebrities have faced marriage troubles in the entertainment industry this year. Here are some notable examples:
Basketmouth
Popular comedian and actor Bright Okpocha, also known as Basketmouth, announced on December 22, 2022 that he and his wife, Elsie, were ending their 12-year marriage. He asked for privacy as they navigated this difficult time and vowed to continue working together to support their children.
He wrote, “As much as it pains me to bring my personal life to the public space, this is an unavoidable situation. After much deliberation, my wife and I have made the difficult decision to end our marriage.
“As we move forward separately, we will continue to work together to give our beautiful children all the care, love, guidance and support they need. We humbly ask that you respect our privacy as we navigate through these times. Thank you.”
Oritsefemi
In October 2022, singer Oritsefemi Majemite’s wife, Nabila Fash, revealed that their marriage had ended during an Instagram Live session with media personality Daddy Freeze. Fash accused Oritsefemi of infidelity, physical abuse, and emotional abuse, and said that she had filed for divorce three months prior but he had not accepted it. The couple married in 2017.
Do2dtun
On-air personality Kayode Oladotun, also known as Do2dtun, and his estranged wife, Omotayo, have been involved in a messy divorce case. In November 2021, Omotayo instituted divorce proceedings, alleging emotional abuse, domestic violence, and forced abortion.
On December 14, 2022, Do2dtun allegedly forcibly entered Omotayo’s residence in Abuja with some policemen, assaulting her gateman and staff. Omotayo later petitioned the Deputy Inspector-General of Police over the incident. Do2dtun denied the allegations and claimed that his wife’s family and lawyers were spreading lies about him.
Funke Akindele
Actress, filmmaker, and Peoples Democratic Party deputy governorship candidate in Lagos State Funke Akindele married singer and filmmaker Abdulrasheed Bello, also known as JJC Skillz, in May 2016. In June 2022, Skillz announced on Instagram that the couple had separated, saying that the last two years had been difficult and that he had tried to fix things but believed the relationship was beyond repair.
Yewande Adekoya
In April 2022, actress and filmmaker Yewande Adekoya announced that she had left her marriage due to infidelity and financial irresponsibility on the part of her husband, Abiodun Thomas. In an Instagram post, she said that she had tried to save the marriage but could not continue living in a toxic and unhealthy environment.
Korra Obidi
In March 2022, singer and dancer Korra Obidi announced her separation from her American husband, Justin Dean, just days after the couple welcomed their second child.
Dean took to Instagram to explain the reasons for the split, stating that he was tired of the narcissism, cheating, and lack of accountability in the relationship. He also revealed that he had been trying to save the marriage since 2018, but that Obidi had threatened to divorce him if he didn’t do exactly as she wanted.
Dean claimed that he had felt like a prisoner, with his family being used against him if he didn’t comply with Obidi’s demands. Despite his efforts to make the relationship work, Dean stated that the marriage was over and that he could no longer be treated this way.
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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