Jide Okonjo
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This account is dedicated to TWO things:
🇳🇬 Nigerian news stories for my dedicated Nigerian readers.
💡 The Six Figure Series (A Vocal Exclusive) for writers, readers, and fans of Vocal.
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See Aisha Yesufu's Viral Reaction to People Suggesting Replacement for Tomato
The cost of goods are rising, and they are rising fast. Things that used to be affordable before are no longer costing what they used to. One of such goods in the market is tomatoes, which is a very necessary ingredient for stew which is one of the most popular and most cooked meals in the nation. However, now because of the rising cost of tomatoes, people are suggesting alternatives to stew. Today, an article made by Vanguard has been going viral on social media and across the blogs. It is titled "5 Nigerian stews you can make without tomatoes" and here is an excerpt of the article and the list of what they suggest:
By Jide Okonjo2 years ago in Humans
Ebuka and Husband Material Get HEATED During 'Podcast' Discussion
Nigerian media personality Ebuka Obi-Uchendu sat down for an interview with one of the panelists on the Honest Bunch podcast, Ezugwu Chukwudi (aka Husband material) to talk about the current podcast craze and how people chase a lot of clout using podcast. During the program, Husband Material got very heated when defending he and his show from being part of the people who chase clout. Here's what he had to say.
By Jide Okonjo2 years ago in Humans
7 Nigerian Celebrities Clocking 30 This Year (2024)
30! It's a huge milestone for many people. It is a time when most people expect your 'adult' life to really start and as such, it comes with huge responsibility and a lot of pressure. 30 has also been described as a monumental time by the people who have gone through it. It has also been described it as a time of wisdom, self-assuredness, and self-awareness, so there is lot to look forward to going into one's 30s. Today, we will be counting down 7 Nigerian celebrities who will this year be making the transition into their 30s. Are you ready to see who they are? Then let's go!
By Jide Okonjo2 years ago in Humans
What I Say to Those Yabbing Me for Marrying Younger Man - Uche Ogbodo
When it comes to marriage for women, there is a societal expectation and sometimes pressure for one to find a man who is older than them, especially here in Nigeria. Women who marry men younger than them are often called all manner of names, but when women in those marriages are often asked, they love their marriages.
By Jide Okonjo2 years ago in Humans
Why Labels Don't Like Signing Female Artistes - Tiwa Savage
Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage is opening up on the phenomenon that prevailed for a very long time and still prevails today: of major labels having a significantly higher rate of male artistes when compared to female artistes. Speaking about why this happens and how she feels about it, here is what Tiwa had to say.
By Jide Okonjo2 years ago in Humans
Mercy Eke Heartbroken After Losing Over N100m in Heritage Bank Fiasco
In case you don't know, on the 3rd of June, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) revoked the banking license of Heritage Bank Plc, throwing the bank's depositors and shareholders into peril. According to CBN, the decision to revoke Heritage Bank's license came because of the bank’s inability to improve its financial performance. Also according to the CBN, the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has been appointed as the liquidator of the bank. The NDIC says it would pay a maximum of N5 million insured deposits to each customer of Heritage Bank, and that for depositors with funds more than that, the insured deposits will be paid as and when the assets of the closed bank are realized.
By Jide Okonjo2 years ago in Humans
Neo Responds After Being Bashed for Terrible Acting (Video)
Big Brother Naija housemates generally have a harder time than other celebrities being taken seriously in the entertainment industry, and this becomes most apparent when they put out work for public consumption. For housemates, the work has to be really good, otherwise they run the risk of being clowned by people online. The latter is what former Big Brother housemate Neo Akpofure is experiencing now online after a viral clip started circulating showcasing a scene from a movie he did with Ini Edo where she is meant to be getting seduced by him when he is talking.
By Jide Okonjo2 years ago in Humans
Yemi Alade and Gbemi OO Discuss Issue of Illegal Substances in Music Industry
Nigerian singer Yemi Alade and on air personality, Gbemi OO have both been in the entertainment industry for over a decade. Which means that in that time, they have both seen a lot and have interacted with a lot of people. During a new interview that Gbemi had with Yemi Alade, the two women discussed an issue that is plaguing the music industry, and that is the very sad and dangerous issue of drugs. Here is what Yemi Alade and Gbemi OO had to say about the truth of drugs in the music industry.
By Jide Okonjo2 years ago in Humans
Why I Was Secretly Happy Tyla Won Grammy Over Ayra Starr, Asake - Tiwa Savage
Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage is one of the biggest musicians out of Africa, and one of the biggest female acts. As one of the top women in the industry, Tiwa has seen and experienced a lot, and during a new interview with BET, she opens up about being pitted against younger female artistes, the challenges female artistes face, and how she really felt about Tyla winning Grammy over her Nigerian peers. Here's what Tiwa Savage said.
By Jide Okonjo2 years ago in Humans
Chioma Chukwuka Talks Aging and Its Difficulties
Nollywood actress Chioma Chukwuka is one of the most celebrated, popular, and renowned actresses in Nigeria. She has starred in over 300 movies, and is a household name in the nation. Now, as Chioma Chukwuka is getting older, she is advicing people on feeding, health, and aging. During a new interview with Inspiration FM, Chioma Chukwuka opened up about how aging has affected her dieting, and the advice she gives to people on how to continue to stay healthy even as they continue to get older. Here's what she said.
By Jide Okonjo2 years ago in Humans
