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  • Why I stopped going to church on Sundays — Yemi Solade

    Why I stopped going to church on Sundays — Yemi Solade

    Yemi Solade, the veteran Nollywood actor, has said that he stopped going to church after one of the pastors advised him to avoid work on Sundays.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports that the thespian made this known during a recent Interview on The Honest Bunch podcast, where he disclosed that his exit from religious gatherings came after he became uncomfortable with the way church activities were handled.

    He described how a church leader told him to stop accepting work on Sundays, which led him to insult the pastor.

    The 64-year-old argued  that it was unreasonable to ask him to skip work on a day when filmmakers often schedule shoots, adding that the demand that comes with church membership are quite numerous.

     Yemi said: “I’ve been told in the church that I should tell producers not to call me for work on Sundays. And I cursed those pastors.

    “It is from that thing that you said I shouldn’t do on Sunday that I put my hand in my pocket and I dropped here,” he added.

    The Voiceless Scream actor also dismissed the notion that one life fares well when they attended church

    “The notion that if you don’t attend church once life must die, probably I’ve not seen anything change. Rather, I have peace, I do well,” he said.

    “Because every day of my life, when I was going to church, I got messages or sort of disturbances. If you are not invited to one committee, then when will I have time to work?”

    On why he prioritises work over Sunday service, the veteran actor stated: “There’s no way in the Bible that Sunday in the Greco-Roman calendar… you’re telling me not to leave my house and go to where my chop is. You are here to chop on Sunday. Who are you telling me that I should tell? You want to ruin my career?”

  • Bucci Franklin speaks on purported relationship with Sunshine Rosman

    Bucci Franklin speaks on purported relationship with Sunshine Rosman

    Nollywood actor, Bucci Franklin has finally broken his silence over speculations of his alleged relationship with his colleague, Sunshine Rosman.

    The rumour about their alleged relationship started after both actors publicly shared a kiss whilst starring in AY Makun’s film The Waiter.

    Bucci had ended a speech with, “Thank you so much, Sunshine, for being my sunshine,” before AY jokingly urged them to kiss. The pair obliged, leaving fans convinced they were more than friends.

    However, speaking in a recent interview with a media personality, Chude Jideonwo, Franklin dismissed the speculation.

    “Confirmed from where? I didn’t get that memo. There was a kiss because we were both an item in the film,” he said.

    When asked if he was confirming or denying a relationship, the actor replied, “I’d say I am her biggest fan and I enjoy sharing the screen with her. She is part Nigerian. I look forward to creating more cinematic memories with her.”

    Bucci and Sunshine recently reunited in Kemi Adetiba’s Netflix crime thriller To Kill a Monkey where he played Oboz and she starred as Amanda ‘Sparkles’.

    Meanwhile, the actor opened up about how acting in church drama during his early years helped him discover his career path and also strengthened his walk with God.

    Franklin said his very first experience on stage was at the Evangelical Church of West Africa (ECWA), where he was an active member as a teenager.

    He explained that, at that time, he was the youngest person in the men’s fellowship drama group. According to him, the fellowship was filled mostly with elderly men, many of them in their 50s, but he was included as the only teenager in the team.

    “I started from church. In my formative years, I was attending ECWA. Imagine being the only teenager in the men’s fellowship drama group, performing with men in their 50s right there on the pulpit where baptisms were held,” he recalled.

  • Why I can’t risk my life for a movie role – Actor, Stan Nze

    Why I can’t risk my life for a movie role – Actor, Stan Nze

    Stan Nze, the popular Nollywood actor, has stated that he will not risk his life playing a role that requires him to jump from a dangerous height.

    TheNewsGuru.com(TNG) reports that the movie star made this known during a recent interview where he disclosed that many stunt actors in the film industry are well paid for their jobs.

    He added that he will not risk his life foolishly in the bid to become the best actor in Africa.

    He said, “Why would I? I have done films when characters jump, but it is done by stunt guys – it is their job. We have stunt actors who get well paid to do their thing. They have the experience, they have the knowledge of how to jump and whatever else that they need to do. I’m not going to be foolish and say, because I want to be the best actor in Africa, and then I would jump down and people go do one minute of silence and then move on, it is stupidity. I’m going to be alive, get the right training and do the ones I am meant to do, so that the stunt men can do their job.”

    When asked about the role he has not played in movies, Nze said, “Maybe nude; I have probably never gone nude because I don’t see the need for it but if I see a story that requires it and it is going to be short, modestly well to convey a particular message, why not?”

  • Nollywood legend Chiwetalu Agu lands in hospital

    Nollywood legend Chiwetalu Agu lands in hospital

    Fans of veteran Nollywood actor, Chiwetalu Agu have taken to social media to express concern  following a video of the thespian in a hospital.

    In the viral footage, the 69-year-old was seen in a yet to be identified hospital receiving care. The clip also showed his family with him, as they show and help.

    Sharing the video via his Instagram page, the actor wrote: “My family and I would love to use this opportunity to appreciate Prophet Abel Tamunominabo Boma, @prophet_abel_boma who is making sure I receive quality medical care and spiritual care. Good God! My family and I are overwhelmed with gratitude for this man of God’s kindness and generosity.

    “May our God continue to richly reward him. The revelation from God that proceeded from his mouth will not return void, in the mighty name of Jesus. Amen! Once again, thank you, Prophet Abel.”

    Reacting to the video, fans took to the comment section to pray for his quick recovery

    One wrote, “Speedy recovery, uncle.”

    Another commented, “Our daddy God will strengthen you.”

    One added, “Keep living in good and healthy body, sir, and God bless @prophet_abel_boma for all you do for our living legend.”

    One said, “More recovery legend.”

    One wrote, “May God sustain u and your family more. Amen.”

    One prayed, “Get well soon, our legend.”

  • BREAKING! Veteran Nollywood star Fabian Adibe of “Things Fall Apart” is dead

    BREAKING! Veteran Nollywood star Fabian Adibe of “Things Fall Apart” is dead

    Veteran Nollywood actor Fabian Adibe, best known for his role in the classic TV series Things Fall Apart, has passed away.

    Adibe, who celebrated his 80th birthday in February 2025, reportedly died peacefully around 2:30 am on Wednesday, according to a source close to the family.

    He gained widespread admiration for his iconic portrayal in the adaptation of Chinua Achebe’s Things Fall Apart, and his calm demeanor and powerful performances endeared him to generations of viewers.

    Tributes are already pouring in from colleagues, fans, and industry stakeholders mourning the loss of a true legend.

  • Why single mothers can not raise proper men – Jim Iyke

    Why single mothers can not raise proper men – Jim Iyke

    Jim Iyke, the Nollywood actor, has sparked reactions with his recent comments about parenting. He said that a single mother alone cannot raise a boy into a “proper man” without the help of a male figure.

    The actor made the statement during an interview with Okay 101.7 FM in Accra, Ghana, where he spoke about family, discipline, and the role of fathers in raising children.

    According to him, women naturally have the gift of nurturing and showing love, but they are not built to raise boys into men without male guidance. He argued that boys need a male influence in their upbringing, whether it is their father, an uncle, a grandfather, or even a trusted male figure.

    “A woman can’t raise a man. You can’t, you’re not built for it. A single mother cannot raise a man properly. You need a male influence – go get your brother that’s doing well or your father or even any man that you trust. There has to be a male presence in it [raising a boy child].

    “Because women are naturally built to nurture, to love. And then what you’re going to raise is a very weak man? He is going to be everything like the men that left you. You need somebody that would discipline him, tell him ‘No’ as often times as possible, and put him in the grind,” he stated.

  • SAD! Popular Nollywood actor dies of BPH

    SAD! Popular Nollywood actor dies of BPH

    Nollywood actor, Seun Confirm has reportedly died of high Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH).

    TheNewsGuru.com(TNG) reports that the deceased actor’ colleague, Jaiye Kuti, announced the sad news in a post via her Instagram page on Thursday, August 14, 2025.

    The film star expressed sadness over the demise, stating she is pained and prayed that God would console the deceased’s family.

    She wrote, “Seun confirm….. Aaaah lku omo yin dun mi ooooo kabiyesi olorun. Kabiyesi olorun, kabiyesi olorun, ijinle ife alailenikan iku doro . Rest in Peace is cruel o

    “Not now, lord! Odun mi Sa. Olorun Odun mi o. Aaah Odun mi High BPH. Ama pade lese Jesu. Sun ree o. May God console your family tor.”

  • Popular Nollywood actor threatens nude sharing female fans

    Popular Nollywood actor threatens nude sharing female fans

    Nollywood actor, Charles Ugochukwu Born, has issued a public warning to women who send him nude pictures without his consent.

    In a post shared on his Instagram page, the actor said he was speaking on the matter reluctantly but felt the need to address it because it has been happening repeatedly.

    According to Born, he respects women who boldly express interest in him through private messages on social media. He described such actions as courageous and worthy of respect, saying it shows confidence

    However, the actor stated that sending him nude pictures is unacceptable. He stressed that it crosses his personal boundaries and makes him uncomfortable.

    The movie star cautioned that if the practice continues, he may be forced to make the pictures public and tag the senders. He noted that while he would not claim ownership of such images, they remain the property of the sender since they created them.

    “I didn’t want to do this, but well, here it goes,” he wrote. “Ladies, it’s okay to slide into the DM and shoot your shot (I respect that), but please, if I get any more nudes, I’ll post them and tag you, as it’s your intellectual property anyway. God bless you as you send.”

  • ‘To Kill A Monkey’ Star Actor, Bucci Franklin shares how holy spirit helped him play ‘Oboz’ character perfectly –

    ‘To Kill A Monkey’ Star Actor, Bucci Franklin shares how holy spirit helped him play ‘Oboz’ character perfectly –

    Nollywood actor Bucci Franklin also known as Oboz from the popular movie “To Kill A Monkey,” has shared his journey of embodying the main character and how the Holy Spirit guided him through the process.

    Speaking in a recent Interview, Franklin revealed that the Holy spirit during the preparation of the movie, directed him to surrender control.

    “As the Holy Spirit instructed, letting go of grooming was my way of surrendering control. I wanted to feel raw, exposed — a little feral even — because Oboz isn’t polished.

    “He is power wrapped in chaos. As my nails grew out and my hair got slightly wild, I started to see someone else in the mirror. That transformation reminded me daily that I was shedding my own skin to step into that of Oboz. It wasn’t just cosmetic; it affected how I moved, how I sat, how I looked at people.

    There was a physical discomfort that mirrored the psychological restlessness of Oboz, and that discomfort became fuel for me,” he said.

    Bucci further disclosed how the Holy Spirit’s faith guided him into interpreting the Oboz character perfectly.

    “God is my manager before anything. There are moments in life that feel like you’ve been prepared for them in ways you can’t fully explain. That’s what this role was for me. When I first read the script, I felt something shift inside me; like I was meant to give voice to the character.

    “My faith was my compass through the entire process. It reminded me that even in portraying someone who walks through darkness, my job was to tell the truth, not to judge — because I, Bucci Franklin, am not perfect. The Holy Spirit helped me stay grounded in empathy. Oboz is the kind of soul most people would write off, but I knew my job was to show that he’s still a soul. He is still redeemable, even if it’s just in the smallest way,” he said

  • Popular Nollywood actor, Odunlade Adekola loses father

    Popular Nollywood actor, Odunlade Adekola loses father

    Nollywood actor Odunlade Adekola has taken to social media to announce the passing of his father, Pastor N.A Adekola.

    The actor via his Instagram page announced the sad news this morning, after which, posting a photo of his late father with a caption that read, “Rest on my daddy”.

    The post has sparked an outpouring of condolence messages from fans and followers, who are mourning the loss of Odunlade’s father.

    Many of Odunlade’s fans took to the comment section to offer their sympathies, with some writing “Rest in peace, daddy” and others praying for the actor’s family during this difficult time.

    Odunlade Adekola is a renowned Yoruba actor known for his captivating performances on screen. The news of his father’s passing has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, with many fans and colleagues mourning the loss of his beloved father.