Nollywood actress and TV host Nancy Isime has celebrated her 33rd birthday with a new house.
In an Instagram post on Tuesday, Nancy shared posted of herself and the property alongside a note recounting her humble beginnings.
She also revealed that she once lived with her father in an uncompleted building with no ceilings, flooring, or running water.
“I remember sitting in what was going to be our new home — an uncompleted building… I said, ‘I’m going to own a good home!
“But before I buy even a tiny piece of land, I’m going to help Daddy achieve his lifelong dream of owning a fully completed furnished house,’” she wrote.
The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) said it did not receive, classify nor approve release of the controversial hijiab-brandishing movie “Three Working Days.”
The board made its position known in a statement shared on its official Instagram page on Friday.
According to the statement, NFVCB is committed to its statutory mandate and will not classify nor allow films and video works that abuse, denigrate or undermine religious, cultural and ethic sensibilities.
“NFVCB have received complaints about an upcoming Nigerian movie that associated the Hijab, an outfit attribute to Muslim women that symbolises respect, modesty and religious devotion, with negative moral vices.
“Our check revealed that the movie has not been released and it has not been submitted to the NFVCB for classification as required by the law and our mandate.
“However, we have been able to reach the producers of the film and have taken steps to address the concerns raised with the producers.
“We restate that as a classification agency, the NFVCB will not overlook any film or video works, including dramatised short contents (skits) that abuse, denigrate or undermine religious, cultural and ethic sensibilities.
“We commit to contributing to the positive transformation of the Nigerian society through classification of films and video works.
“We fulfill our mandate whilst balancing the need to preserve freedom of expression within the law and limit social, cultural and religious harm caused by films,” he said.
Recall Nollywood actress Nancy Isime recently shared pictures of a bank heist scene from the movie dressed in Muslim attire on Instagram with a caption “Life Lately.”
In the behind-the-scene photos, she donned a niqab, a veil worn by some Muslim women in public, covering the face, apart from the eyes, wielding guns in what seems to be a bank robbery scene.
The movie’s poster, also revealed in her post, depicts women in hijabs and face veils brandishing guns during a bank heist, sparking widespread outrage among the Muslim community across Nigeria.
In a swift reaction, the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), called for an immediate ban on the film.
Ishaq Akintola, the executive director of MURIC, issued a press statement on Thursday, urging the NFVCB to take swift action against the film.
Nollywood Actress Nancy has shared a cryptic message following the backlash from Muslims over an upcoming movie Blood Brothers.
The thespian have come under criticism following a post on Monday, July 22 where she shared pictures from a robbery scene in Blood Brothers dressed in a niqab.
Reacting, Muslims condemned the use of niqab in the shooting of the movie. According to them, the niqab is not a costume and should not be used to depict negative actions such as a robbery.
They stressed that the hijab and niqab are symbols of modesty and faith, not props for entertainment.
Speaking amdist the controversy, Nancy via her Instagram page on Thursday night shared a series of pictures accompanied by cryptic messages seemingly aimed at addressing the controversy stirred by the use of the niqab in a robbery scene.
She captioned the post, “ISIME BABY!! Omo ologo 5G!!! The brightest light!!!! The city on a hill that can never be hidden!!!!! The Nancy Isime!! Big name, big force!!!”
One of the pictures shows the actress dressed in a black outfit, matching with a black bag and heels. Another picture contains a message reading, “I don’t bother nobody & I’m not bothered by nobody. That’s my peace.”
The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) has reached out to the producers of Blood Brothers over the use of the niqab in a robbery scene in the movie.
Recall, the scene sparked an outrage among Muslims after the popular actress Nancy Isime shared a photo of it on Instagram on Monday.
Amongst the cast in the movie include movie stars such as Nancy, Femi Adebayo, Deyemi Okanlawon.
The NFVCB in a statement by its director-general Shaibu Husseini on Thursday while addressing calls for the movie to be banned, said that the film had not been released yet.
Husseini added that it made contact with the producers to address the contentious issue.
The statement said, “The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB), the statutory regulatory agency for film and video works as well as exhibition and distribution in Nigeria, have received complaints about an upcoming Nigerian movie that associated the Hijab, an outfit attributed to Muslim women that symbolizes respect, modesty and religious devotion, with negative moral vices.
“Our check revealed that the movie has not been released, and it has not been submitted to the NFVCB for classification as required by law and our mandate.
“However, we have been able to reach the producers of the film and have taken steps to address the concerns raised with the producers.
“We restate that as a classification agency, the NFVCB will not overlook any film or video works, including dramatized short contents (skits) that abuse, denigrate, or undermine religious, cultural and ethnic sensibilities.
“We commit to contributing to the positive transformation of the Nigerian society through classification of films and video works whilst balancing the need to preserve freedom of expression within the law, and limit social, cultural and religious harm caused by films.”
Nollywood actress, Nancy Isime has come under heavy criticism from netizens after using a niqab in an upcoming movie project Blood Brothers.
TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports that Nancy on Monday shared photos on Instagram of a robbery scene from the movie dressed in Muslim attire.
She captioned the post, “Life Lately.”
However, the post did not sit well with some netizens who slammed the actress for disrespecting Islamic religion.
An aggrieved netizen, Adiba Hayah took to TikTok to express her displeasure. “I guess there is a new movie coming out, either it is produced by Nancy or her team, or she is featured in the movie,” Adiba began, “You’ve disrespected me, my religion, and everything that I represent.”
She emphasised that the niqab is not a costume and should not be used to depict negative actions such as a robbery. She expressed her frustration, stating that the hijab and niqab are symbols of modesty and faith, not props for entertainment.
“My issue with the use of hijab and niqab in what looks like a robbery scene is that it makes no sense. Hijab is not a costume; it shouldn’t be used for such. We are going through a lot already in Nigeria.
“Why would you want to introduce religious war? Why can’t you maintain boundaries instead of consistently trying to disrespect people’s faith just because you want to promote what brings food to your table?” Adiba questioned.
She further argued that using the hijab or niqab for personal gain damages the image of Muslim women worldwide.
Another user, Omobolaji Raheem said, “I’m a big fan and love your work. I noticed your character in the new movie uses a hijab for a robbery disguise. The hijab is deeply significant in Muslim culture, symbolising modesty and faith. Using it for criminal activities might reinforce negative stereotypes. Please consider alternatives that respect its true meaning. Thanks for understanding!”
Adedeji Aishah wrote, “It’s so disappointing that @femiadebayosalami is among the cast. A total disgrace to Islam. He want to tell us that he doesn’t know that Niqab is not a costume for anything not to talk of arm robbers. Nonsense and Ingredients!”
Nollywood actress, media personality and model, Nancy Isime has rejected rapper, Blaqbonez’s marriage proposal on a live show.
The ‘Sex Over Love’ crooner appeared on the latest edition of the Nancy Isime Show and stylishly seized the opportunity to express his love for the actress.
Blaqbones expressed his love for the actress and show host Nancy Isime, asking if she was ready to settle down with him.
His proposal, however, was rejected by Isime almost immediately.
He said: “Marriage? I will marry. I will marry, but I will be in like a different kind of marriage. If you [Nancy] are open to it, I’m in love with you so-”
Nancy swiftly replied, “No!”
However, Blaqbonez doesn’t seem embarrassed by her rejection, as he bursts into laughter.
Nollywood veteran actor, Mofe Damijo, aka RMD, who stirred reactions over a viral scene with a colleague, Nancy Isime, in ‘Shanty Town’ has reacted to the unclad part he featured in.
In the controversial scene, Nancy’s character is being forced to strip by RMD, who touched her breasts in the movie.
Speaking on his role in the movie, RMD, via his Instagram page, shared a captivating scene with Actor Chidi Mokeme.
Captioning the video, the Legendary actor hilariously noted that he is aware it wasn’t the viral ‘nude’ scene his fans were expecting to see.
Following his flirty role in ‘Shanty Town’, he added that his industry friends have expressed their desire to play the roles he plays so they can be touchy the way he was in the movie.
RMD wrote: “I know this is not the scene of Chief Fernandez you all want to talk about… Now my friends want to play the roles i play so they can be touching things”
See some of the reactions below:
_sommi: “Ahhh femi Fernandez is a terrrrrible person. A user, a greedy person and soulless individual. I remember Mr femi Fernandez and I pray harder for the up coming 2023 election in Nigeria. Omo…. Watin concern u concern ur friend women… Haba.”
silvercrest_blender_nigeria: “Me torchy torch hand weighing machine I hail thee.”
In the crime and action film, which dropped on the giant streaming app on Friday, January 20, Nancy played the character, Shalewa.
Responding to questions on the controversial nude scene where veteran actor, RMD, who played Chief Fernandez in the movie, groped her breast but the actress revealed that the body on display was of her body double.
The movie has been trending since its release, following a stellar performance from cast members like Chidi Mokeme, Nse Ikpe Etim, Shaffy Bello Mercy Eke, Richard Mofe Damijo, Ini Edo, Nancy Isime, and others.
TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports that Nancy, who hails from Edo State, began a career as an actress in the TV series Echoes in 2011.
Nancy Isime
She is also a television presenter, known for presenting the gossip show “The Squeeze”, the technology show “What’s Hot”, and backstage segments of MTN Project Fame season 7.
In 2016 she replaced Toke Makinwa as the presenter of the popular show Trending on HipTV. She co-hosted the 2019 edition of The Headies award with Reminisce.
She was also the presenter of The Voice Nigeria 2021. In 2019, Nancy launched her own TV show which she called The Nancy Isime Show.
In 2020, she co-hosted The Headies award with Bovi. In 2022, she starred in the Netflix original series Blood Sisters, playing the lead role of Kemi, produced by Ebonylife TV studio which is owned by Mo Abudu.
Nollywood star and media personality, Nancy Isime, has given an insight into how the scene where she went ‘totally unclad’ in the new Netflix movie, Shanty Town, was shot, saying “the body on display was not mine”.
In the crime and action film, which dropped on the giant streaming app on Friday, January 20, Isime played the character, Shalewa.
Responding to questions on the controversial nude scene where veteran actor, Richard Mofe Damijo, who played Chief Fernandez in the movie, groped her breast and ass, the actress revealed that the body on display was not hers but that of her body double.
The movie has been trending since its release, following a stellar performance from cast members like Chidi Mokeme, Nse Ikpe Etim, Shaffy Bello Mercy Eke, Richard Mofe Damijo, Ini Edo, Nancy Isime, and others.
TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports that Nancy, who hails from Edo State, began a career as an actress in the TV series Echoes in 2011.
She is also a television presenter, known for presenting the gossip show “The Squeeze”, the technology show “What’s Hot”, and backstage segments of MTN Project Fame season 7.
In 2016 she replaced Toke Makinwa as the presenter of the popular show Trending on HipTV. She co-hosted the 2019 edition of The Headies award with Reminisce.
She was also the presenter of The Voice Nigeria 2021. In 2019, Nancy launched her own TV show which she called The Nancy Isime Show.
In 2020, she co-hosted The Headies award with Bovi. In 2022, she starred in the Netflix original series Blood Sisters, playing the lead role of Kemi, produced by Ebonylife TV studio which is owned by Mo Abudu.
Actress and famous TV host Nancy Isime has taken a swipe at blogger Gistlover over allegation, she’s dating a married man
‘Gistlover’ had on Tuesday released report accusing Nancy of dating one Mr. Michael Dion-Goli
In her response Nancy, demanded that the blogger should provide “concrete proof” she’s dating a married man.
The media personality, while addressing the claims in a post on her Instagram Story, queried those who love to tie the success of a woman to ‘prostitution’
The post reads, “If you’re a Nigerian woman with plans to be successful, please add these names to your plans, so, it doesn’t surprise you when it happens, Ashawo, Olosho.
“I knew the breaking news was coming. There has been too much positive news about me online and not many people like that.
“Since we cannot sue a faceless account, we at least deserve concrete proof of the allegation laid.
“Dig it all up, let us see and not just resort to calling names and trying to bully me into silence out of fear.”
Nancy insisted that she wouldn’t be bullied but would continue to stand by her truth.
“ Once your name drives traffic, the propaganda begins with or without evidence.
“But listen, I refuse to be bullied by patriarchy! Sad part is I haven’t even scratched surface yet. God just started with me.”
Reacting, Nancy, who confirmed knowing Michael, said his company had been sponsoring her show.
She said, “Ahn Ahn. Oba of life! Why I nor go come here? Nor be vawulence nation? You nor want make I follow gather? Deny Mr Michael Dion Goli? Abeg read inside these comments make you see where I write say I know am!
“Naim company -UK Dion be the headline sponsors of my show TNIS season 3. Na me even host their new office launch. I even invite am and e family for my birthday.”
Actress and media personality, Nancy Isime has revealed that she is a shy person unknown to many.
In a chat with Tea with Taymesan podcast, Nancy opened up on how she started out in the creative industry.
On how she has been able to avoid controversies, Isime said: “I don’t find trouble attractive. I don’t find drama attractive. I am true to myself. I am someone who is just focused on work, focused on her goals and things she has to do, rather than being focused on causing pain for others”.
Asked how her entertainment journey began, the gorgeous damsel said: “I started working when I was 17, I have learnt .I am an old soul .I listen to people, I learn from them It doesn’t mean I don’t have my own mistakes. When I speak like this, it comes from a place of wisdom, it does not come from a place of perfection. I don’t go to where I don’t need to be, I am literally just at work. I am very anxious person so being in social gatherings doesn’t do well for my mental health. When I am working it’s different, because it’s something I love doing .I am a shy person people don’t know. My job has taught me to put the shyness by the side. When you see me publicly, I walk with my head down, so I pass through a lot of people. I did my father proud by not showing back home pregnant.I have said it a lot of times, I am not from a rich home.I had to tell my dad to chill, that I will pay my way out of school”.
