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  • They have the right – Segun Arinze backs homosexuality in Nollywood

    They have the right – Segun Arinze backs homosexuality in Nollywood

    Nollywood actor, Segun Arinze, has stated that homosexuals in movie industry have the right to do whatever they want as they are adults.

    TheNewsGuru reports that the 59-year-old in a recent interview with Arise TV, further noted that he does not engage in homosexual activities, but do not discriminate against those who are, as he’s more focused on his business and on being a professional

    He said, “I do not bend over, so I cannot react to it. Well if they do bend over, they should keep bending. That is their problem. They are adults, and they have a right to do whatever they want to do. It is none of my business.

    “I am not going to concern myself with that. I do not like those lash backs, I like living my life straightforward, doing my business and being a professional that I am.”

  • “I miss you so much” – Actor Yul Edochie celebrates late son, Kambilichukwu’s posthumous birthday 

    “I miss you so much” – Actor Yul Edochie celebrates late son, Kambilichukwu’s posthumous birthday 

    Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie has marked what would have been his late son, Kambilichukwu’s 18th birthday by sharing a heartfelt message.

    Posting on his social media page on Saturday, January 4th, the controversial actor expressed his love for Kambili and also stated that he misses him so much.

    He wrote; ‘’Happy 18th birthday, son, Kambi Yul-Edochie. Hope you’re doing well over there, flying with the angels and playing basketball and football.

    I miss you so much.Keep watching over your family. Till we meet again. Forever in my heart, Love you, son.”

    TheNewsGuru reports that Kambili passed away on March 20, 2023 while playing football with his mates in school.

  • Yul Edochie’s estranged wife, May turns singer

    Yul Edochie’s estranged wife, May turns singer

    The former wife of Nollywood actor Yul Edochie, May Edochie, has dived into music after releasing her debut single, ‘Komole.’

    TheNewsGuru reports that the mother of three shared the song with her followers via her Instagram on Wednesday.

    According to her, the song, which is, in collaboration with artist Nwando, is an anthem of thanksgiving, faith and divine grace, adding that the listed saw her through 2024 challenges.

    Announcing the release, she wrote, “The big surprise is here. KOMOLE by QUEEN MAY & NWANDO.

    “I’m thrilled to share with you all this amazing soul-lifting song, OUT today on all platforms.

    “It’s time to bend down (KOMOLE) and dance in appreciation to GOD for seeing us through 2024 and ushering us all into the new year.”

     

  • It is not your business to tell people what film to watch — Femi Branch calls out cinemas over ‘favouritism’

    It is not your business to tell people what film to watch — Femi Branch calls out cinemas over ‘favouritism’

    Nollywood actor, Femi Branch has taken to social media to call out some cinema owners, accusing them of promoting certain movies over others.

    The 54-year-old thespian via a recent video posted on his verified Instagram on Tuesday alleged that some cinema staff put on merchandise to advertise specific films to visitors “instead of being neutral”, rather than remaining neutral.

    He further disclosed how these movie centers would remove media cards of certain movies from their counters and promote others instead.

    He expressed concern over the impartiality, noting how such actions could hurt producers struggling to recoup their investments due to unfair screen time allocation.

    The 54-year-old said these actions by cinema owners are causing a division among filmmakers in the industry, adding that “it also not helping the economy”.

    He said, “I do not see anybody talking about it in the industry. I know people know what is going on. I am talking about cinemas promoting one movie above the other. It is so bad that some cinema staff wear T-shirts for one film. They remove the media cards of some movies from their counters and put others out there. In some cinemas, they tell people, ‘This is the best film to watch’. In some cinemas, they change somebody else’s time for another person. As you know, you are supposed to screen your movie at a particular time, but you go there, and they are now telling you to watch another better film.

    “It is not the business of the cinema to tell what film to watch or not. We have been having a lot of problems at the cinemas recently. Especially, this December. We have heard of different fights at different cinemas. This industry is constantly under one bondage or the other.

    “We are divided already. Cinemas want to add to it. Many producers are groaning now that the money they invested is not returning. Some of us who are working on projects to go out into cinemas are afraid because we do not know what’s going on.

    “When they give you screen time and see that another film has become popular, they will then give your screen time to other people. Some will even time that is not good. You are not helping our industry, you are not helping the economy, and you are not assisting actors, too. Cinemas are supposed to be neutral.”

  • Nollywood actor, Afeez Owo loses father

    Nollywood actor, Afeez Owo loses father

    Popular Nollywood Yoruba actor cum producer, and director Afeez Owo has announced the death of his father, Moshood Akanji Abiodun.

    TheNewsGuru.com(TNG) reports that the actor, who is married to fellow Nollywood star Mide Martins, via his Instagram on Friday, December 27 announced the sad news alongside a photo of his late father.

    The actor also accompanied the photo with a heartfelt tribute, he wrote: “Sad… Rest in peace Baba miii. ERIN WO Rest On Moshood Akanji ABIODUN. Eku Baba Afeez Sun Re ooooo.”

    The post has since drawn an outpouring of condolences and support from fans and colleagues in the entertainment industry as they join the family in mourning during this difficult time.

  • Veteran actor, Kanayo reveals reason why some ladies in their 30s are unmarried

    Veteran actor, Kanayo reveals reason why some ladies in their 30s are unmarried

    Veteran Nollywood actor, Kanayo 0 Kanayo has shared his thoughts on why some women in their 30s struggle to find suitable partners.

    The 62-year-old thespian in a recent interview with Soni Irabor Live, attributed the phenomenon to the choices some women make in their younger years.

    Kanayo said when some ladies are in their teens or early twenties, they often prefer to date older, wealthy men, neglecting the advances of their peers.

    He argued that these women become “unattractive” to suitors when they reach their 30s and may not have a suitable partner.

    “Some girl will be in the university at 18, 19, 20, she starts dating a very rich guy, sometimes, very old too. Then what you see along the line is that because the guy is very rich and probably married, she refuses the advances of other younger people because the guy has either gotten her a car or a house,” he said.

    “So to her, she is operating on a very high level. From 22, she goes on to 24 and maybe even if she quarrels with this guy, she gets the next guy. And before you know it, she turns 25, 26 unmarried because she refuses the advances of younger prospective husbands.

    “She gets to 29 and 30, and by that time, she has left the university and men are no longer finding her that attractive.

    “So she gets into 31, husband is not coming. And what do you have? At 23, she is a flex. At 28, she becomes a prayer point. After 33, she’s declared a state of emergency.

    “Because husbands will not come at that level of 33 years. Some of them get to 35 unmarried. And they still think that they are having fun. They are not having fun. They are now in a state of emergency praying that God brings anyone.”

  • I am not going to stop kissing women in movies – Frederick Leonard speaks on marriage crisis

    I am not going to stop kissing women in movies – Frederick Leonard speaks on marriage crisis

    Nollywood actor, Frederick Leonard, has taken to social media call out Instagram bloggers speculating that his marriage to his colleague cum wife, Peggy is going through crisis.

    TheNewsGuru.com(TNG) reports that the actor’s outburst comes shortly after an Instagram blog alleged that the couple is having a crisis in their marriage over the actor’s constant cheating and disrespect to his wife at movie sets and locations.

    The actor’s wife, Peggy further fuelled the speculations after sharing Christmas-themed photos in which her husband was missing.

    Reacting to the development, the movie star, in a lengthy post via his Instagram page on Thursday, warned critics to stay off his marriage adding that whatever happens in his marriage is nobody’s business.

    Frederick stated that marriage is not slavery and his wife is at will to do whatever she wants, stressing that he would also not stop kissing in movies because of his marriage.

    He wrote, “Leave me and my wife’s name out of your contaminated blogs. This marriage IS NOT YOUR BUISNESS. What goes on in this marriage will not make your lives better or put food on your table. Beyond bad leadership, poverty is on the all time high because sttupiddty is on the increase, and people are channeling their energy and attention wrongly.

    “Y’all should LEAVE US ALONE ! Since we got married, Y’all have been sniffing like hungry dogs 🐕 looking for what you will never find. We DO NOT OWE this Toxicc social media space any explanation for our action or a sneak peek of what’s happening in our Home.

    “Marriage is Not SLAVERY! She can post Christmas photos without me in it. She can rest her fingers and not wear her ring, I bought the ring and I’m not complaining. she can go on vacation without me, IT’S NOT YOUR BUISNESS. She can wear short dresses cos she’s a stunning woman, and the bush ones amongst you will BE ALRIGHT.

    “She can Live her Life and be happy! And i will do the same, be happy and Fulfilled. I’m not gonna stop kissing in movies cos I’m now married or cos of what some UnENLIGHTENED dumb fuvks will think, No professional actor anywhere in the world does that.

    “Some of Y’all should stop trying to indict some innocent actresses starring in movies with me. These are professionals getting paid to do their job and put food on their table. For those who choose to judge my true nature as a person by the roles I play in movies, it goes to show how daftt you are, and that’s not my fault, it’s not my job to boost your I.Q

    “Peggy and I never consulted any of you when we decided to get married. Therefore, we don’t owe you, Shiit ! This app was created to connect, share love and have fun, but frustratedd people have Made it Toxicc.

    “This will be the last time The LEONARDS will address Blogs and social media idiocyy. if Y’all decide to continue in your follly after this post, my wife and I will just relax and laugh, as the senselesss one will become a source of entertainment for us.

    “PEGGY AND I ARE DIFFERENT ! read that again. LEAVE US ALONE ! I LOVE MY WIFE AND MY WIFE LOVES ME”

  • Brother of late Nollywood actor Ernest Asuzu brutally killed in South Africa

    Brother of late Nollywood actor Ernest Asuzu brutally killed in South Africa

    Chinedu Stanley Asuzu, a Nigerian national and the brother of late Nollywood actor, Enerst Asuzu based in South Africa, has been brutally murdered by armed men at his residence at Johannesburg South on December 16, 2024.

    TheNewsGuru.com(TNG) reports that the Nigerian Union South Africa (NUSA), in a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Akindele Olunloyo, confirmed the incident on Monday, December 22 disclosing how they discovered that the divorce proceedings and asset division were underway between the deceased and his estranged South African wife before the incident.

    Condemning the brutal murder, the NUSA President-General, Hon. Smart Nwobi noted that the organisation is actively supporting the family and working with authorities to ensure that the perpetrators of the dastard act are brought to book.

    The Statement partly read: “The NUSA President-General attempted to reach Mrs Busisiwe Sibanyoni, via telephone but was unsuccessful. A WhatsApp message was sent; however, she had not responded at the time of this report’s compilation.

    “A witness who was at the scene of the shooting incident was contacted and provided the investigating officer’s details. NUSA’s legal team followed up with the officer confirming that a murder investigation has been launched and remains active.

    “NUSA’s legal team is gathering information and liaising with the family,” 

    “NUSA is providing comprehensive support to the bereaved family. We strongly condemn this act of violence and urge South African law enforcement to bring the perpetrators to justice. To our Nigerian community in South Africa: Stay safe, stay connected.” 

  • Actor, Williams Uchemba welcomes second child with wife

    Actor, Williams Uchemba welcomes second child with wife

    Nollywood actor, Williams Uchemba, and his wife, Brunella Oscar, have welcomed their second child.

    The actor via Instagram on Wednesday night announced the good news to his friends and well wishers.

    According to Uchemba, his wife was in labor in the United Kingdom while he was in Nigeria attending a meeting.

    He added that despite the distance, he traveled from Enugu to London to be by his wife’s side, presenting her with a bouquet at the hospital.

    The film star praised his wife, describing her as “one of the strongest women” he knows. He also shared a heartwarming clip of himself holding his baby named ‘Ethan Chidubem Uchembah’.

    He said, “I was having a meeting in Enugu and my wife called me hey baby how are you? And for the first time in our life, my life replied: ‘I am not fine’. I have never heard use those words.

    “It seems baby wants to come today. I knew I had to find my way to London tonight.
    Thankfully, there was a last flight From Enugu to Lagos.

    “Landed in Lagos and started making my way to the international airport.

    “My baby is here and I am 40,000 feet above sea level. All I had was Thanksgiving and praise.”

  • I worked as a bus conductor for 8 years – Actor, Ibrahim Chatta opens up

    I worked as a bus conductor for 8 years – Actor, Ibrahim Chatta opens up

    Nollywood actor Ibrahim Chatta has opened up about his past struggles, revealing how he worked as a bus conductor in Lagos for eight years.

    The actor while featuring on Biola Bayo’s Talk to B podcast, recounted how he lived in a cramped room with nine other people, due to how difficult it was to survive at the time.

    He narrated how he’d most times, walk very long distances, usually from Agege to Ikeja and worked as a conductor on different Lagos routes.

    He said, “I lived in a room with nine people, and it was difficult. I walked from Agege to Ikeja back then and later became a bus conductor. I did it for eight years, moving from Iyana Oba to Oshodi and Eko, working on different buses. I have worked so hard in life, and I pray God crowns my efforts.”