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  • Veteran actress Ireti Doyle celebrates her journey in Nollywood with epic photo

    Veteran actress Ireti Doyle celebrates her journey in Nollywood with epic photo

    Veteran Nollywood actress Ireti Doyle recently took to Instagram to share a nostalgic moment from her illustrious career.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports that Doyle via her Instagram on Wednesday shared the memory  revealing a colleague recently sent her an old picture from the project. The film, directed by Izu Ojukwu, marked Amstel Malta’s first foray into Nollywood production.

    According to her, the film, ‘SITANDA’ was a commercial success, earning 11 nominations at the African Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) in 2000s.

    Sharing the photo on Instagram, she wrote: “A colleague just sent me this picture, Oluwa o!😂 The year is 2006.The film: SITANDA… the fruit of @amstelmalta first foray into Nollywood directed by Izu Ojukwu. It went on to be a roaring success and was nominated in 11 categories at the AMAA awards. My journey is certainly diverse and colourful!”

  • Why I left Nollywood – Veteran actress, Ego Boyo opens up

    Why I left Nollywood – Veteran actress, Ego Boyo opens up

    Ego Boyo, veteran Nollywood actress has dismissed the viral assumption that her husband restricted her from acting.

    Speaking in a video of her latest interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo on Wednesday, Ego stated that contrary to the public assumption that she was restricted by her husband, it was her personal decision to quit acting for movie production.

    “I left acting when I found out that I enjoyed producing more than acting. It was boring. The blogs wanted it to be something like my husband banned me from it, they wanted it to be sensational and it was not.”

    The 56-year-old, who started acting in the early 1980s, and became famous following her role in Checkmate, an early 90s series.

  • Actress Joke Silva prays for husband, Olu Jacobs on 83rd birthday

    Actress Joke Silva prays for husband, Olu Jacobs on 83rd birthday

    Veteran Nollywood actress, Joke Silva, has taken to social media to pen down an emotional tribute in celebration of her husband Olu Jacobs 83rd birthday.

    The 61-year-old via her Instgaram shared a heartfelt note, reflecting on her journey with Olu Jacobs since they first met when he was 38 years old. With gratitude, she thanked God for guiding her husband through each day, recognizing that their union has experienced both ups and downs.

    She praised the wisdom reflected on his face, likening it to a life well-lived. In her post, Joke Silva prayed for peace during his twilight years, wishing for her husband’s spirit to remain strong and free from fear. She asked God to keep him close within His care.

    In her words: “The one and only Sir J dee J @_olujacobs …we met when you were 38 and today, by God’s wonderful grace, you are…83…🎺🎺🎺🎺 God be PRAISED!!! For all the joy and laughter, some tears and sorrow along the way, we bless the Lord Almighty for guiding you through each day.🎵🎶🎵🎶 💃🏾💃🏾💃🏾 The wisdom etched upon your face is a testament to a life embraced.🎊🎊🎊…

    I ask for peace in these twilight years. May the Lord keep your spirit strong, free from all fears. May He hold you close within His care. Happy birthday, my darling💝”

  • How Funke Akindele transformed my career – Tola Oladokun

    How Funke Akindele transformed my career – Tola Oladokun

    Tola Oladokun, a veteran Nollywood actress, has extended appreciation to her younger colleague Funke Akindele for her impact on her career.

    The movie star recently spoke about her early struggles, relationship status, and the significant support she has received from an award-winning filmmaker, detailing how they came into contact.

    Oladokun disclosed how a filmmaker called Lala, introduced her to Funke during the days of Odun Ifa, when Funke was still learning the ropes in Nollywood.

    She added that she could not participate in a film project produced by Funke Akindele, because she was working on another project at the time and could not participate.

    Despite that, Funke reached out to her again through Lala and offered her another opportunity. According to her, that marked the beginning of a long-standing working relationship.

    “During the days of Odun Ifa, when Funke was still learning the ropes, that was when we first met. She’s always there whenever Yinka calls me for a job, and she’s been calling also since then.

    “Lala was the one who introduced her to me, but I wasn’t able to feature in her movie Agbefo because I was on another job. So after she finished the movie, Lala called me again on her behalf, and she’s been calling me to feature in her movies since then, before we did Jenifa,” she said.

  • Nollywood Actress, Mama Ereko gives reason for allowing late husband bring girlfriends to their matrimonial home

    Nollywood Actress, Mama Ereko gives reason for allowing late husband bring girlfriends to their matrimonial home

    Veteran Nollywood actress, Mama Ereko has recounted the emotional abuse she endured while she was married to her late husband.

    The thespian while speaking in an interview with Talk2dunnis TV, lamented her late husband’s  infidelity, explaining that he would bring his girlfriends home, even when she was present.

    She recalled being sent on errands to accommodate her husband’s mistresses, who would often spend the night in their home.

    Mama Ereko, further stated  that she could not challenge him because she was scared of him.

    She said, “Sometimes my husband would send me on an errand because his girlfriend wanted to pay him a visit in our house.

    “My husband brought home his girlfriend, and she would sleep in our home.

    “I usually get angry, but I cannot challenge my husband because I was always afraid of him.”

  • How my ex-husband turned me to an alcoholic – Veteran actress Ayo Adesanya

    How my ex-husband turned me to an alcoholic – Veteran actress Ayo Adesanya

    Ayo Adesanya, a veteran Nollywood actress has opened up on how her abusive marriage negatively affected her.

    The thespian, while speaking in an interview with Chude Jideonwo, disclosed that the abuse she experienced in her crashed marriage turned her into an alcoholic.

    According to Adesanya, her ex-husband threatened to pluck out her eyes with a knife if she doesn’t stop acting.

    The actress said she was abused for 10 years and could not leave because of the shame of people saying she couldn’t keep a man.

    She said, “Anywhere my ex-husband saw me, he would beat me.

    “He beat me so much that I became an alcoholic. But I couldn’t leave because of the shame of people saying I couldn’t keep a man.”

  • Why I stay away from sex roles – Joke Silva

    Why I stay away from sex roles – Joke Silva

    Veteran Nollywood actress Joke Silva has disclosed the reason why she does not indulge in sexual roles during movie productions.

    The 63-year-old  in a recent chat with Saturday Sun, shared her reasons for avoiding sexually instigated roles in her career.

    The actress made it known that her choice to stay clear of sexual and romantic scenes is intentional, rooted in her belief that storytelling can convey sensuality without those kind of content.

    The veteran feels that such scenes should serve the narrative rather than rely on such value, advocating for creative approaches that respect both the story and the audience.

    She also spoke on the Nollywood’s cultural identity, stating that the industry is maintaining its cultural core, even though there are some concerns.

    She noted that although culture is evolving in a globalized world, streaming platforms encourage true cultural expression, which she sees as a way of enriching Nollywood’s unique character.

    Joke Silva also addressed the limited role opportunities for older actors, calling for the need for more diverse stories that include middle-aged and older characters.

    She points out that the experiences of people over 50 are frequently overlooked. By focusing on their interactions with younger generations, Nollywood can help enhance its storytelling.

  • They abandoned me during illness – Actress, Ngozi shares why she will never offer free service to Abia State

    They abandoned me during illness – Actress, Ngozi shares why she will never offer free service to Abia State

    Veteran Nollywood actress, Ngozi Nwosu has disclosed that she can never provide free services to her home state, Abia.

    The 61-year-old thespian during a recent interview with Nollywood on Radio, said the Abia state government’s “lack of support” during her health crisis in 2012 prompted her decision.

    The movie star who had battled a kidney-related ailment, said she “made a pact” that the state would have to compensate her generously for any future services.

    “I have personally said it that there is nothing my state will call me for that I would go for free,” she said.

    “They would pay through their nose for me to be there. I am from Arochukwu local government, Abia state.”

    She further revealed she got the help of the Lagos government through a lady who referred to her as her “favorite actress”.

    “It was the fame I had through the roles I played in series then that helped me when I needed help,” she added.

    “The person who called the Lagos state government did it because I was her favorite actor. So when she heard I was down she called the government to save my live because she loves me.”

  • Veteran actress, Genevieve Nnaji stirs reactions with intimate photo

    Veteran actress, Genevieve Nnaji stirs reactions with intimate photo

    Veteran Nollywood actress Genevieve Nnaji has set the internet abuzz after a recent photo of her was posted on social media.

    The actress recently took to her Instagram page to share lovely photos of herself from a recent event.

    In the viral photo, the actress was rocking a Burgundy dress, which she paired with a black jacket hanging off her shoulder.

    The post quickly garnered attention, as fans and fellow celebrities flooded the comments with admiration.

    Actor Stan Nze made an appeal to the actress, saying “Make we just do Igbo film together – it’s all over.”

    Rachel Okonkwo wrote: “Ijelem, You’re extremely beautiful .”

    lolaomotayo_okoye wrote: “The most beautiful.”

    lala_camilla wrote: “It should be a holiday Whenever Queen Genevieve drop pic.”

    eduhandsome wrote: “Dearest gentle readers!!! we ve been away for far too long… Queen Genevieve was spotted lighting  the house up with the Elumelus & co.”

    Other celebrities who reacted included Susan Peters, Linda Osifo, Annie Idibia, Destiny Etiko and reality star, Erica Nlewedim.

  • Nollywood loses another veteran actress

    Nollywood loses another veteran actress

    Veteran Nollywood actress, Shafkat Bose Adewoyin, who is famous for her role as Madam Tinubu in ‘EFUNROYE TINUBU’, is dead.

    The thespian passed on Tuesday morning and was buried at about 4 p.m. the same day according to Islamic rites.

    Late Adewoyin played the role of Madam Tinubu in ‘EFUNROYE TINUBU’, written by Professor Akinwumi Isola and directed by Gbenga Adewusi in 1989 after it was later adapted for television 1989/1990. The hit play toured Nigeria before finally being staged in the USA in 1986.

    Adewoyin who started acting at a young age was a quintessential actress, dancer, and costumier. She was on the contingent of the Lagos State Council for Arts and Culture that performed Funmi Odusolu’s famous dance musical, ‘ORÍ’ (Destiny).

    Madam Tinubu would later costume many plays for stage and screen while she also acted along.

    She earned another as Mama Oni Mama after acting alongside Oga Bello (Adebayo Salami) in Funke Akindele’s ‘ỌMỌ GHETTO’.Oga Bello played Baba Onibaba.

    Until her death, Adewoyin was a staff of the Lagos State Council for Arts and Culture, where she had participated in many editions of the National Festival of Arts and Culture, NAFEST. She also took part in many of the council’s plays and dance productions.