Entertainment
Social media operators harp on responsible practices in the cyberspace
In a contributory move to ongoing discussions on cyberspace practices in Nigeria, players in the social media ecosystem have advocated responsible practices and discretion as some of the solutions to maintaining the sanctity of the online interaction environment.
This view was shared by different speakers at the maiden edition of the Bodex Social Media Hangout held in Lagos last Saturday.
The event, which had some of the leading names in the online and offline media, entertainment and marketing communications industries in attendance, was a call to operators in the social media ecosystem to acknowledge the sweeping influence of internet-enabled innovations on our society and consciously manage how they are utilised as channels of communication to protect our national security and social harmony as a nation.
In her welcome address, Ms. Florence Bodunrin, CEO, Bodex Media Group, who hosted the event noted that “we can no longer dismiss the influence of the internet and its creations. We need to recognise them as the greatest agenda-setting tools in the modern world, but we now need to exercise great caution in the way and manner we deploy them as engagement resources”.
This perspective was also reinforced by Gloria Ohagwu, a presenter and producer at the Voice of Nigeria, and Led Voice Merchant at The TalknowCrat Enterprise, while talking on Social Media: weapon of destruction and progression.
She highlighted the paradoxical effects of social media on the modern world, saying that “the internet technology has as much positive as negative impacts on our world, adding that “the sole determinants of the outcomes we get from using the platforms are human conducts and actions”.
“We need to think deeply before pressing the send button every time we engage online” she advised. This opinion mirrors Mr. Ladi Ogunseye, the President of Digital Marketing Practitioners of Nigeria (DMPN)’s thoughts. He warned that “we should always ignore the barrier computer screens create in every online communication because they are imaginary ”
Mr. Ogunseye added that “online is not an entirely different context from offline. We need to treat ourselves with dignity and respect. Don’t say online what you cannot tell anyone face-to-face in an offline context”.
Earlier, the Executive Assistant to Lagos State Governor on New Media and Public Relations, Mr. Olusegun Fafore speaking on “Consequences of Insidious Comments in the Cyberspace” said that “the word ‘insidious’ in the topic is the key word. It is an adjective, qualifying the noun ‘comments’”.
He added that “without the qualifier, which expresses attitude and disposition, the word ‘comments’ in the cyberspace context may not ordinarily be a subject of concern to anyone. But where comments become ‘sinister’, ‘treacherous’, ‘deceptive’, ‘false’, ‘threatening’ and ‘disturbing’, they become destructive to our social composition. Then we need to become measured”.
“With the reach and growing influence of the internet, which is validated by the increase in the number of internet users from 200,000 nineteen years a go to 116m today, we need to treat our diversity as a nation, which cuts-across languages, religion and cultural practices, with greater care”.
We need to exercise high level of prudence and discipline in how we engage online, particularly when the benefit of context is lost to technology-created facelessness” he concluded.
Other notable speakers at the event include Taiwo James, Founder 69 Entertainment, Fatuntele Tunde, Founder Kobz Media and Yeye Lara Fashola-Fanimokun a Maritime Lawyer, who spoke on ‘Advantages and Disadvantages on Social Media in today’s tradition or cultures’.
Yet another leading voice at the hangout is Mrs. Laila Ijeoma, the owner of Laila News Blog, who discussed “what makes up community in blogging”.
Additionally, special appearance by King Wasiu Ayinde Mashal (KI), Former Inspector General of Police Chief Tunji Alapini and other A-list Artistes like Q-Dot, 9ice, Ara (the first female drummer), nollywood actors, and Asiri comedy added colour to the occasion.
Entertainment
‘I can’t date politician’ — Ashmusy revisits Dino Melaye affair rumour
Ashmusy, the Nigerian content creator, has again dismissed claims of a romance with Dino Melaye, the former Kogi West senator.
The rumours of an affair with Melaye first surfaced last year when blogger Gistlover alleged that the politician had a threesome with Ashmusy and Nons Miraj, the content creator.
Melaye, however, denied the claim and threatened to sue Gistlover.
Ashmusy also denied the rumours, describing how “hurtful and frustrating” it is when her hard work is overshadowed and credited to a man.
In a recent interview on #WithChude, Ashmusy maintained that she and Melaye are merely friends and that any allegations of a romance are baseless.
The skit maker also said it was painful that people believed the rumours. She also stressed that she “can’t relate to dating a politician or doing runs.”
“If me and Dino were friends, it would have made sense. It was too painful; a lot of people believed it,” she said.
“That period, when people see me, they go ‘Dino baby.’ I totally can’t relate to dating a politician or doing runs.”
In March 2022, Ashmusy, born Amarachi Amusi, acquired a luxury home.
The 29-year-old skit maker became an internet sensation after sharing a viral video on social media.
Apart from making skits, she is an actress, brand influencer, and social media content creator.
Entertainment
Guinness World Records confirms Nigeria’s Fola David’s world record for largest drawing
A Nigerian doctor, Fola David-Tolaram, has transformed his passion for art into a groundbreaking achievement, setting a Guinness World Record for creating the world’s largest drawing by an individual.
His artwork, which spans an impressive 1,004.7 m² (10,814.5 ft²), was crafted on the pitch at Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos and celebrates Nigeria’s diverse culture.
David-Tolaram, 31, described his work as “a map of Nigeria showing the various cultures,” explaining, “The Nigerian country is a multi-cultural nation. I wanted to create something that speaks to that and give people an avenue to celebrate their cultures.”
Entitled The Unity of Diversity, the piece reflects his experience traveling across Nigeria to immerse himself in the distinct cultural elements that inspired the artwork.
Using a 1,360 m² canvas and waterproof markers, the Lagos-based doctor, who has practiced art professionally for a decade, took two days just to assemble the canvas large enough for his vision.
Beginning from the center, David-Tolaram originally planned to work outward in a circular motion but adjusted his technique as he progressed.
The challenging project, completed over six days, drew enthusiastic spectators who filled the 5,000-seat stadium to watch and cheer him on, creating an “electrifying” atmosphere.
Reflecting on the experience, he shared, “I remember standing right in the center of this canvas, about to start this drawing, and feeling a lot of apprehension and fear… But once I got going, I knew I could do it.”
David-Tolaram described the significance of achieving a Guinness World Records title as “absolutely unbelievable,” noting, “I grew up reading about world records and I never thought that I would be a record title holder. I feel very honored, I feel distinguished, and I feel Officially Amazing.”
Entertainment
Angel advises women on how to prevent pregnancy
BBNaija star Angel has raised the alarm over the number of baddies getting pregnant in recent times and has offered an interesting piece of advice to curb the pregnancy epidemic.
Taking to X on November 14, 2024, the reality TV star wrote, “So many bad bitches getting pregnant, yall need to start using your bumbum omg,” hinting that women should opt for anal sex instead of vaginal sex.
Angel’s post sparked lots of reactions across social media, from the streets of X to Instagram, with many flabbergasted, others laughing and some agreeing with her. It also sparked a conversation about the rampant trend of women giving birth outside of marriage and becoming baby mamas.
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A curious follower asked her, “Your pardon, madam.!? ” Angel responded, “I beg your own, too.”
“Delete please,” another fan requested, to which Angel said, “No girl, my sisters are in trouble.”
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An Instagram user wrote, “They need to start closing them legs actually cos wym you pregnant by Yerkky Yerkky??”
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Another comment read, “The baby mama pandemic is gradually becoming a norm in our country and it’s painful because Nigeria is too traditional for all these babymama & baby daddy whatever.”
“I’m telling. Women popping out babies for this men with marriage is the reason most of this men don’t even care about getting married. If they want a baby there’s always a woman go give them a child with Marriage. These men are not under any pressure to get married anymore. All they want is just to be baby mamas and baby daddies,” said another person, in agreement.
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