• IVD, has made comments about his late wife, Bimbo, while expressing admiration for his new girlfriend, Blessing CEO.

• IVD and Blessing CEO announced their relationship on New Year’s Day and have shared affectionate photos together since.

Nigerian businessman Ikechukwu Ogbonna, known as IVD, has made comments about his late wife, Bimbo, while expressing admiration for his new girlfriend, Blessing Okoro, also called Blessing CEO.

IVD and Blessing CEO announced their relationship on New Year’s Day and have shared affectionate photos together since.

Amid the controversies regarding their romance, IVD took to Instagram to celebrate his new partner, hinting at his late wife in the process.

Recall that Bimbo, a mother of five, passed away in October 2022 after reportedly setting herself on fire during a fierce argument with her husband, IVD.

In a recent Instagram post, IVD shared that he has found happiness again. He mentioned that after experiencing abuse, Blessing CEO helped him become the man he was meant to be.

In his words:

“Found Happiness Again, After I Was Abused And Someone Picked Me Up, To Enable Me Pick Up My Pieces and make me the MAN I should be.”

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Read some comments as you scroll down:

@Offishall_eva: “So all this whole wey she Dey support d guy during everything na wetin been Dey go on a low be this…I fear who no fear women especially desperate women like blessing.”

@Onecrazymide: “Sha no leave her for anybody , hold ur baby o .”

@Dondada.c: “Blessing Okoro hand written… they pick you up , na so they pick her up and throw stone that time it land in Onyeeze house , make them continue picking you up .”

@p_money_bag: “Very sweet love story .”

@Ea_diamond_jewelry: “Blessing say IVD n Bimbo were her client ooo Relationship therapist don fall in love with client husband This is extremely funny.”

@miss_anitacollins: “A desperate classless person picked you up .”

@Porchy_pee: “I sha believe karma is real.”

@yolexgold_120: “Na who die naa him lose.”

@Mr.adigs: “Fear woman!! She was there loitering around before thr wife’s death as a good friend.”

@orefejobabawale: “No who kpai lose , so no lose guard .”

@Cinniesluxuryhair: “Everyone deserves love nd a second chance.”

@wots.blog: “Your wife die, you run go sleep with relationship expert wey no get relationship before them pick you from the gutter again to become relationship expert man. Na wa oh! How is shame again? I want to order for some people under this comment section.”

• Rita Edochie has responded to critics regarding the backlash against May Edochie for not acknowledging her late son Kambilichukwu’s birthday.

• Yul Edochie, May’s estranged husband, shared a heartfelt tribute on Facebook to mark their son’s posthumous birthday.

• However, May’s choice to remain silent on social media about her son led to questions and criticism from online users.

Veteran Nollywood actress Rita Edochie has responded to critics regarding the backlash against May Edochie for not acknowledging her late son Kambilichukwu’s birthday.

Recently, Yul Edochie, May’s estranged husband, shared a heartfelt tribute on Facebook to mark their son’s posthumous birthday.

However, May’s choice to remain silent on social media about her son led to questions and criticism from online users, which prompted Rita Edochie to speak out on the issue in an Instagram post.

Rita Edochie mentioned Yul Edochie’s actions after Kambilichukwu’s death, highlighting that he was grieving privately and using social media to cope.

She addressed the critics by questioning whether a virtuous woman like May Edochie needed advice on how to mourn her son.

Her post reads, ”WHEN KAMBILI MY GREAT GENIUS OF A SON PASSED ON , HIS DEAR FATHER CHOSE HOW TO MOURN HIM , HE SPENT TIME IN PRIVATE MOURNING HIM , THEN BOUNCED BACK TO SOCIAL MEDIA TO FORGE AHEAD WITH HIS LIFE , YOU ALL COMPLAINED ABOUT IT AND LATER GAVE A CONCLUSION THAT A MAN OF 40 YEARS AND ABOVE MUST NOT BE TOLD HOW TO MOURN”.

“LAST WEEK WAS KAMBILI’S TWO YEARS OF EARTHLY DEPARTURE AND YOU MESSED UP NETIZENS ARE NOW TRYING TO LECTURE QUEEN MAY ON HOW TO MOURN HER OWN FLESH AND BLOOD ? “.

“DO YOU TELL A WOMAN AS VIRTUOUS AS QUEEN MAY WHAT TO DO AND WHAT NOT TO DO ON THE REMEMBRANCE DAY OF HER SON ?”.

“ON THE DAY KAMBILI WAS REMEMBERED, QUEEN MAY WAS ABSENT FROM THE MEDIA SPACE , SHE DIDN’T POST NOR STAYED ACTIVE”.

“HER FRIEND ANITA JOSEPH HAD A BIRTHDAY ON THAT DAY BUT WASN’T POSTED BY QUEEN MAY , IT WAS THE FOLLOWING DAY SHE CELEBRATED ANITA.  BUT DUE TO THE HATE IN YOUR HEART , YOU MAY NOT HAVE NOTICED IT”.

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• Nigerian Twitter users shared a post about how singer Davido cares for his children and gives them a taste of luxury.

• During the holiday season, Davido spent quality time with his family and posted videos of himself with his daughter Hailey, earning praise from fans for being a dedicated father.

• The singer posted a video showing Hailey flying back to school on a private jet while he went back to work.

Nigerian Twitter users shared a post about how singer Davido Adeleke cares for his children and gives them a taste of luxury. This topic gained attention on social media.

During the holiday season, Davido spent quality time with his family and posted videos of himself with his daughter Hailey, earning praise from fans for being a dedicated father.

The singer posted a video showing Hailey flying back to school on a private jet while he went back to work.

In response, an X user warned Davido about letting his kids experience such luxury. They said it could change how the kids think. The user suggested that the singer should send his children to public school to meet kids from various backgrounds.

The X user, identified as @Yusuph__ wrote:

“Stop exposing children to luxury at a young age, as it can spoil their way of thinking. I advise you to enroll her in a public school where she can interact with people from diverse backgrounds. Thank you.”

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After he tweeted, a lot of people online criticized him for advising an adult on how to raise their kids. Many also called him ‘poor-minded’ for thinking that way.

See some comments below;

@shalom_autos_: “Poor man mentality.”

@thefoodnetworknig2: “Poverty don use this one head play 2 sure odds! Otilo.”

@jenny.tones: “If you born your own expose to poverty.”

@_stonedaddy: “To a rich man, an aircraft is just a faster means of transportation, to a poor man it is luxury.”

@blueinkhomes_realtors: “Ode !!! My children will enjoy luxury at its peak In sha Allah.”

@manlikevista: “The ones that weren’t exposed to luxury now demand 1.5M for hair!”

@loveday_faith28: “Poverty is really dealing with most of y’all .”

@Iamsaleem_: “You’re getting roasted real bad in the comments.”

@economicsng: “Such a fantastic advice. Let’s build generational wealth just to make sure no one actually benefits from it. This guy is a genius! Please give him two bottles of his favorite beer.”

 @glambyadu: “As I see say you don spell Yusuf as yusuph na there I know say problem dey.”

@ef_gee1: “I’m busy hustling so my child won’t be as stressed as I was and now one internet mummy or daddy will tell me to stress the same child I’m suffering for.”

• Nollywood bad boy Timini Egbuson criticized Biodun Stephen for labeling certain actors in a post, implying segregation in the Nigerian movie industry.

• She urged YouTube users to discover new talents, citing a preference for A-list actors, leading to lower views for films featuring new faces.

Timini Egbuson, often referred to as the “Nollywood bad boy,” recently engaged in a discussion with veteran actress and producer Biodun Stephen regarding her comments that suggested a division among actors in the Nigerian film industry.

Previously, Biodun had taken to Instagram to request assistance from YouTube users in identifying emerging talents. She pointed out that the preference for A-list actors among fans often leads to diminished viewership for films featuring lesser-known performers.

Biodun wrote: “YOUTUBE audience, I salute you. Can I beg you for something this new year? Producers need to help new actors and YouTube is the one place we are able to introduce new faces.

“We can’t do that if you only clock on the films that carry your favs. You need to add to your favs and the only way is if you give that film a chance. 2025, help us discover new stars.”

Biodun further extended a proposition to her audience: “So here is my appeal. Trust that I’ll bring solid actors who will act their pants off. Trust that the story will STORY.

“Can I trust that you will watch it?? Very easy to say yes, but how can I get commitment from you. I want to build new stars but I need you to trust me. Youtube Audience I salute.”

However, Biodun’s follow-up post ignited controversy when she labeled certain actors as “YouTube actors.”

In another post, she remarked: “YouTube Actors… Please breathe, inhale… exhale… Don’t suffocate us.”

She defended her comments by stating that such expressions are not typical for her, yet the statistics regarding movie releases on YouTube had become increasingly concerning.

Timini Egbuson responded to her post, asserting, “What’s a YouTube actor? An actor is an actor.”

Biodun Stephen’s response to the misunderstood comment

This exchange led to significant reactions from fans and followers, ultimately prompting Biodun to remove the contentious post.

She explained, “I have chosen to take down the post, as the conversation seems to stir in an unintended direction. Bless.”

Reacting to the post….

@deyemitheactor commented: “Why na??? ”

@passion_adebola commented: “I also get your point but the Star Actors part ruined your supposed to be pure and kindhearted narrative! At the end of the day, this whole movie thing is a business on you guys part and if we’re being honest, the popular faces are also a huge part in promoting movie projects but you can still add more upcoming actors with majors roles then now you’re talking…. God bless you!”

@theajadiolajumoke posted: “Lack of comprehension for some people is alarming but what can we say? Dear Aunty we your own know your intentions are pure and you don’t mean to stir up unnecessary conversation, let them deal with thier insecurity and lack of understanding the way they deem fit. Won ma wa okay last last”

@damipeadekoya commented: “An actor is an actor o…same as calling some of us Yorubahood, we don’t have an association called Yorubahood biko. Nollywood is Nollywood, Actor na actor

@dey_ronke commented: “The way people took this Aunty B’s post ehnn… una don dey wait her before?. Didn’t even take the time to read to understand. She didn’t mean it in the context some of y’all are taking it ke.”

@judy_no_get_peace commented: “But It is true o! if @bimboademoye isn’t in d movie, I no day watch. If it’s not mercy Johnson movie, I no get interest, If It is not @ruthkadiri movie, I won’t watch. If it’s not @omonioboli or @chiomakpotha movie, I won’t watch. As long the faces no be face way I wan see, I won’t watch. I am sorry but I would do better this year”

• Bolaji Ogunmola has responded to the backlash over her kiss with Daniel Etim-Effiong in a promotional video for their upcoming film.

• The video for the romantic movie Summer Rain was shared on social media on January 9, 2024.

• In the brief clip, Daniel kisses Bolaji, which led to mixed reactions online.

Nigerian actress Bolaji Ogunmola has responded to the backlash over her kiss with Daniel Etim-Effiong in a promotional video for their upcoming film.

The video for the romantic movie Summer Rain was shared on social media on January 9, 2024.

In the brief clip, Daniel kisses Bolaji, which led to mixed reactions online. Many users criticized the kiss, pointing out that Daniel is married to media personality Toyosi.

Following the kiss, the couple faced criticism online, and Toyosi began trending on X because of the video.

In the midst of this, Bolaji Ogunmola spoke out on X to clarify things. She stated that the scene is essential as it depicts a man who is very much in love with his woman. She wrote:

“Promotional shoot/ content is part of an actor’s contractual obligations. Were there cameras there? Yes.. tons of people there? Yes. Was he there as a husband no… he’s an ACTOR playing a character called adimchi who’s ridiculously in love with murewa. Was he professional yes!”

The actress highlighted the importance of the kissing scene, sharing that she is a romantic at heart who grew up enjoying movies with great chemistry between the actors. She expressed her desire to bring those sweet moments to life, Bolaji Ogunmola wrote:

“Grew up watching those crazy cheesy love stories Both abroad and in Nigeria… The ones where Genevieve will fall in love with Emeka Ike and there’s nothing anyone would tell me, I believed it was the realest thing ever. Their love story was so pure and ridiculously gooood. Creating this project, I wanted a representation of a great love story so gooood and so pure and yes cheesy but very much in tune with today’s world. I am a bonafied lover girl and SUMMER RAIN is that film!!!! Feburary 7th let’s celebrate love.“

Online personality VeryDarkMan has called for the arrest of Raheem Okoya for naira abuse, asserting that no one is above the law.

In a six-minute video circulating on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), he reacted to a viral video showing Raheem Okoya, the son of Nigerian billionaire Rasaq Okoya, allegedly abusing the naira while a police officer looked on.

While the police officer in the video has reportedly been arrested, Raheem Okoya has yet to face any legal consequences for the naira abuse.

VeryDarkMan voiced his concerns in the video, emphasizing that the law should apply equally to everyone, regardless of their social status.

He pointed out that the police officer involved in the incident has been arrested, yet Raheem Okoya has not been held accountable despite his clear involvement in the crime.

VeryDarkMan also highlighted that Okoya had issued an apology for his actions, but he argued that ignorance of the law is no excuse.

He drew attention to his own recent arrest for wearing a police uniform, despite issuing an apology for the incident.

VeryDarkMan further emphasized that if the law is enforced against individuals like Bobrisky and Cubana Chief Priest for naira abuse, it should also apply to Raheem Okoya.

He stated, “The law in Nigeria is for everyone, whether you’re rich or poor.”

In his statement, VeryDarkMan described the situation: “This video trended yesterday, showing a wealthy man’s son, Raheem Okoya, bribing a police officer. They began mutilating the naira when the video went viral.”

He continued, “First of all, there’s no ignorance in the law. Secondly, the police officer involved in this crime was paid more than his salary, which is why he complied.”

“The police officer was arrested, but the rich man’s son hasn’t been touched. They’ve forced him to apologize, but that’s not enough. There’s no separate law for the rich. If the law is for the poor, it should also apply to the rich.”

As the video gained traction online, many concerned individuals took to the comment section to share their thoughts.

See some reactions below: 

@lesh_szajna: “Make una Dey play nothing go do dem the police know the rules he would have stay away from camera.”

@hereforawhile1i: “Yes oo because if Nigerians can hold bobrisky neck on same case they should keep same energy on this also.”

@signor_Wilson: “All of you shouting about proving if its original note or not. If that is the case, the policeman isn’t guilty and has been wrongfully accused and locked up.”

@powerchibueze: “You no see good lawyer na why!!! The nigerian must first::prove that is original naira note. Secondly: with a concrete evidence show me the CBN note number and governor signature okoya son, should insist that is not an original note that is for show!”

@okeugosamuel2: “This one go swallow VDM this one en wan put hand na big case ooo.”

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“That Okoya pikin must stand in court just like Bobrisky and Cubana Chiefpriest”

VeryDarkMan blows hot. pic.twitter.com/MzzJqdCBTd

— @𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗷𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗯𝗼𝘆 (@OneJoblessBoy) January 10, 2025

See Wetin Baba Okoya children turn Nigerian police to Omoh pic.twitter.com/mRGyRRa4sw

— Oyindamola (@dammiedammie35) January 7, 2025