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  • Tacha gives strong reason for leaving Nigeria, for the UK

    Tacha gives strong reason for leaving Nigeria, for the UK

    Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Natacha Anita Akide, popularly known as Tacha, has revealed why she relocated to the United Kingdom.

    TheNewsGuru.com(TNG)  reports that Tacha recently relocated to the United Kingdom.

    The reality star, in a chat with British media personality Madame Joyce, disclosed that she relocated to the UK because she had “conquered” the Nigerian market.

    “So, me being in the UK, i am already representing Nigeria. I have conquered the whole of Nigerian market,so its like relocating to the UK doesn’t mean i will not do Naija deals. If reach out to me and the money is good then why not.

    But, for me, with the influencing scene in Naija, in Lagos back there at home, it just look so beauitful, but behind the scene is not so beauitiful as it seems because the money is cheap.

    Like, imagining wanting to pay you six million, that around like 3k dollars for six months for you to influence and post two videos a month.

    The fee was the same when I left the Big Brother Naija show in 2019, but it made sense then. At least, you could book a plane ticket with it. But right now, $3,000 is nothing. N6 million seems good, but when you have to convert it to dollars, travel abroad, and spend money to look good, there’s nothing left,”she said.

    The media personality also laid emphasis on the Nigerian economy and how it is currently affecting everyone, She said, “Everyone is going through this hard times, including brands, the influerncers, the people, unless you are doing a corner side kain of business, you are not going to have in access to enjoy.”

     

  • BBNaija star, Tacha relocates to UK

    BBNaija star, Tacha relocates to UK

    Big Brother Naija reality TV star, Anita Natacha Akide, popularly known as Tacha has announced that she is relocating to the United Kingdom.

    The reality TV star in a post via X on Monday, sought divine guidance as she embarks on the new journey, saying: “Relocating to the UK. So help me God”.

    Tacha, following this new development will now join the growing list of Nigerian celebrities who have made the move abroad.

    The reality’s star’s relocation comes shortly after Banky W announced his relocation to the United States with his family, where he will pursue his master’s degree in Policy Management at Georgetown University in Washington DC.

    Tacha gained widespread recognition after participating in the 2019 edition of the BBNaija reality TV show.

  • BBNaija’s Soma finally breaks silence on assaulting ex-girlfriend

    BBNaija’s Soma finally breaks silence on assaulting ex-girlfriend

    The former Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) housemate, Somadina Anyama has broken his silence following the allegations of physical abuse by Hilda Dirisu, his ex-girlfriend levelled against him.

    TheNewsGuru.com(TNG) recalls that Hilda via her X page accused Soma of physically abusing her in April.

    Hilda alleged that the reality TV star, drugged, hit, tied her  up and instilled fear in her.

    She added that Soma got so violent during their relationship to the point of damaging  her phone.

    She wrote: “Ask Somadina what happened at my house in late April this year—how he drugged me, hit me, tied me up and smashed my phone—knowing he’d instilled fear in me over the years and thought that I wouldn’t speak up one day.”

    “Ask him why he keeps lying to everyone, putting on a two-faced mask of innocence. The list is endless! I’ve kept quiet this long and moved on with my life.”

    Reacting to the allegations, Soma via his Instagram page on Monday, November, 25th denied the allegations, labeling them “false” and “baseless”.

    The reality star added that he holds no resentment towards Hilda despite their failed relationship.

    He said, “I want to clearly state that the accusations being made against me are false. I have never drugged, assaulted, or harmed anyone, and I deeply condemn any form of abuse.

    “These allegations are completely baseless and such actions are contrary to my values and the person I strive to be.

    “I acknowledge that I was once in a relationship with the individual making these claims and like many relationships, ours had its highs and lows and ultimately came to an end.

    “Although the relationship did not work out, I hold no resentment or ill will. My wish has always been for both of us to move forward in peace and pursue happiness in our individual paths.”

    The reality star also through Kelmar Legal, his lawyers, cautioned Hilda to desist from making defamatory statements and false allegations against him.

    He said her statements have exposed him to “public ridicule” and caused him “significant personal and emotional harm”.

    “Our Client unequivocally denies these allegations and asserts that at no point during or after the relationship did he engage in any act of physical violence, coercion, drugging, or abuse toward you or any individual,” the lawsuit reads in part.

    “You are hereby formally put on notice to immediately to issue a public and unequivocal retraction of all defamatory statements and provide a formal written apology within seven days.”

    Soma was a housemate on BBNaija second season in 2017. He made a comeback for the All-Stars edition in 2023.

  • ‘Indecently dressed’ BBNaija star left stranded at fancy Lagos restaurant (video)

    ‘Indecently dressed’ BBNaija star left stranded at fancy Lagos restaurant (video)

    Former Big Brother Naija reality show winner Josephina Otabor, widely known as Phyna has taken to her social page to call out a popular Lagos restaurant.

    The reality star TV, via the microblogging platform X formerly Twitter, on Monday, shared a video of herself wearing a black outfit which exposed her cleavages and some parts of her body at a popular restaurant in Lagos.

    According to the hype woman cum reality star, a fancy Lagos restaurant had denied her entry due to her dressing.

    The BBNaija star who noted that, she had only stepped out to have a nice dinner, said the restaurant management had claimed she was indecently dressed.

    She wrote, “So I went to have dinner at one CALI RESTAURANT Abi what they call the place😂😂😂 omo they said I’m dressed indecently and I can’t enter o. W*F!!!!!”

     

  • This space is vile – BBNaija star, Queen Atang laments cyberbulling

    This space is vile – BBNaija star, Queen Atang laments cyberbulling

    Former Big Brother Naija housemate Queen Atang has taken to social media to lament about the vile comments against her on social media.

    Queen, in an Instagram post on Friday, shared an appealing screenshot of a fan’s comment questioning her marriage and husband.

    Reacting, the mother of one on Thursday expressed her dismay, noting she cannot recall throwing shade at anyone online to received such demeaning comment.

    She further described social media as “vile space” and acknowledged that she has read numerous negative things about herself.

    She wrote, “On this internet. I’ve read so much about myself. All I can say is this space is vile. I can’t even recall throwing a shade at anyone. I mind my business and hustle. I don’t even defend myself on this space, no matter how bad. I have seen real love from my fans on this internet. My dm is filled with amazing and lovely comments from y’all.

    ”And I’ve also read comments and sometimes I do ask myself, Queen is this you or someone else? God help me. All I’ve always prayed for is too be famous and rich. Fame I’ve. Money I’m hustling up to get. But it may seem as though the fame is landing me in troubling here and there. God help me.”

  • I have no family – BBNaija star, Phyna publicly denounces family name

    I have no family – BBNaija star, Phyna publicly denounces family name

    Former Big Brother Naija reality show winner Josephina Otabor, widely known as Phyna has taken to her social page to share with the public that she will no longer be going by her surname ‘Otabor’ disclosing that she seems to have no family members.

    The reality star TV, via the microblogging platform on Thursday, expressed that nobody seems to know how she came about and that she is still searching for answers. 

    Phyna admitted to having a rough time lately and not having the right words to describe the way she feels.

    Phyna revealed that she has been going through a challenging time recently, recounting mistreatment from trusted relatives, which was oblivious to her due to childhood innocence.

    According to her, she should have suspected that something was wrong, but she was too young. 

    She wrote: “I am publicly dropping my family surname OTABOR… it has been proven that I actually have no family and nobody knows how I came about…. I’m still searching for answers though… it’s been rough with me lately…… I’m in a place where I can’t even describe how I feel or what to call what I’m going through rn. Going up and the way I was toss around relative I should suspected but guess I was too young… omo my head wan tear!!!!!!” 

  • Economic Hardship: BBNaija star, Tacha turns ‘beggar’

    Economic Hardship: BBNaija star, Tacha turns ‘beggar’

    Big Brother Naija reality TV star, Anita Natacha Akide, popularly known as Tacha, has called for public donation, whilst expressing her feelings about the current economy.

    The 28-year-old who stated that she is going through so much, called on her fans to come to her aid, and give her N200 million, following the rising costs of living.

    She wrote: “Expenses no won look Uche face😭 if you see me try squeeze 200million put for my hand, I’m really going through alot”.

    Reacting to the post, some social media users thought she was subtly asking for money, while others agreed that the economy is tough for everyone and they also need support in these trying times.

    Tacha is not the first celebrity to voice concerns about the present state of the economy. Nollywood actresses like Carolyna Hutchings, Mercy Aigbe, and skit maker Nasboi and many others have shared their opinions on the issue as well.

  • How taking care of my sick mother taught me forgiveness – BBNaija Uriel Oputa

    How taking care of my sick mother taught me forgiveness – BBNaija Uriel Oputa

    Former Big Brother housemate, Uriel Oputa has talked about the tough time she has had taking care of her mother, who has vascular dementia.

    The reality star via her Instagram story disclosed that the last few days were particularly hard being that she was the only one looking after her mother.

    She stated that she has let go of any grudge towards her mother for not being present during significant and important moments of her life.

    Uriel pointed out that even though her mother’s sickness hindered her from being productive in some parts of her life, she has found comfort in thinking about her path to forgiveness.

    She shared that she has come to forgive herself for how she reacted to her mother’s condition and also she expressed her new interest in health awareness and prevention, wanting to help others avoid similar challenges.

    “These last few days have been incredibly hard. Yesterday, I fed my mother breakfast, lunch, and dinner, which meant I couldn’t get to anything else. It left me feeling unproductive, but it reminded me of one of the biggest things I’ve overcome: forgiveness.

    “I  had to forgive my mother. I forgave her for not taking her high blood pressure medication on time. Something that might have prevented her stroke and eventually, her vascular dementia. I forgave her for likely not being here when I have children and for not being able to do our traditional rites when a woman gives birth. And I forgave myself for the way I’d acted at times, knowing she wouldn’t be there. Over the years, I realized I was carrying a lot of anger, and I finally let it go.

    “This experience is why I’m so passionate about speaking on health and prevention. I want to make sure others don’t go through what I’m going through now. Because it’s fucking hard. I just want the old times”. She wrote.

  • Phyna advocates for compulsory DNA test after child birth

    Phyna advocates for compulsory DNA test after child birth

    Former Big Brother Naija reality show winner Josephina Otabor, widely known as Phyna has openly endorsed the concept of obligatory DNA testing shortly after birth.

    This comes after award winning music producer, Don Jazzy set tongues wagging over the weekend when he took to his Instagram story to declare: “DNA test is more important than naming ceremony.”

    The music producer’s comment stirred conversation online about the importance of seeking clarity on a child’s true parentage.

    Backing Don Jazzy, Phyna via her social media advocated for legislation making DNA testing mandatory before a child’s naming ceremony.

    The reality TV star, Phyna expressed her views in a recent post arguing that DNA testing should be routine for all newborns to determine the child’s paternity.

    “I support DNA test over naming ceremony. It’s should be passed that it is compulsory. Immediately after birth, a DNA test should be carried out.” She wrote.

    Her comment on social media has aroused the interest of both her followers and critics with many giving their thoughts and opinions on the subject matter.

    Nigerians have been divided on the issue of DNA tests being necessary or not, given recent cases of paternity fraud.

  • God has arrested me – BBNaija star, Cross

    God has arrested me – BBNaija star, Cross

    Former Housemate of the Big Brother Naija show, Cross Okonkwo, has publicly announced his acceptance of Jesus Christ into his life.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports that Cross in a post via his Instagram page, revealed that he has been arrested by God and now belong to God.

    Expressing his commitment to represent God’s glory and love, the reality star cited Joshua 24:15 NKJV, admonishing his fans have faith in Jesus and accept him as their lord and saviour.

    He further proclaimed that he and his household would serve God going forward.

    He wrote, “I have been arrested by GOD, moving forward I belong to JESUS CHRIST who is the Savior of the world. He has called me to do his work and build his Kingdom. A lot of revivals is happening right now on Earth. And he wants us as his children to join his agenda. All you need to do is call upon him and truly believe that he is your Lord and Savior. My LIFE and CrossNation will represent his glory from today till the end of time.

    “And if it seems evil to you to serve the LORD, choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you dwell. But as for me and my house, we shall serve the LORD. Joshua 24:15 NKJV.”