Entertainment
Actor Ejike Asiegbu apologises over video shaming Uzodinma for power outage at Imo aiport
Ejike Asiegbu, an ace actor, has apologised for a video calling out the administration of Hope Uzodinma, Imo governor.
Recently, Uche Nnanna-Maduka, an actress, made a video criticising the governor for a power outage at the Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport in Imo.
In the two-minute footage, Nnanna-Maduka made hard-hitting remarks about Uzodinma’s administration and openly shamed the state.
Capturing the dark scenery at the arrival terminal, she lamented that baggage claim on touchdown had to be done outdoors as a result.
“They said we have to claim our luggage at the compound because there is no light at Imo Airport. This is Nigeria in 2024. This is what we are experiencing. This is wrong and unacceptable,” she said, speaking in both Igbo and English.
“Who is ruling this state? What are we doing? In 2024 no lights at the airport. No, it’s wrong. Imo state, shame on you. See our Sam Mbakwe Airport. No light. Hope Uzodinma, look at us.”
The actors spotted in the video include Ejike Asiegbu, Fred Amata, Keppy Ekpenyong, Gloria Nobert Young, and Grace Amah.
They had visited the state for an event hosted by Lucky Ejike Chukwu, a former African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate in the 2019 elections.
In response, Oguwuike Nwachuku, Uzodinma’s chief press secretary, authored a newspaper article where he described Nnanna-Maduka’s comments as a “deliberate ploy to insult the governor and in a manner that suggested she was hired to do so”.
Asiegbu had countered the Nwachukwu’s remarks, describing it as “uncharitable” and “unprofessional conduct”.
On Thursday, however, Asiegbu apologised for the “scandalous” video on behalf of his colleagues.
He said the video never intended to belittle the governor but was “maliciously misinterpreted” by the governor’s chief press secretary.
“I most respectfully apologise on behalf of my colleague Uchenna Maduka to my friend, brother, elder statesman, and governor, His Excellency, Chief Dr. Hope Uzodimma for the embarrassment this video may have caused him,” he said.
“While I do not come from Imo state, I am married to a wonderful and loving wife from Imo state. Besides, we Abia state people were part of the old Imo state and so would always want the very best for Imo state and its people because we are all brothers and sisters.
“Let me state for the records that we are men and women of honour and integrity. We are not swayed by apples and carrots as Mr. Oguwike has maliciously adduced.”
Asiegbu’s apology comes just as Nnanna-Maduka had also reportedly apologised for filming the video.
Entertainment
Chris Brown opens up on dating multiple ladies
Chris Brown, the American singer, has revealed that he is in a polygamous relationship.
Brown, in a YouTube live with Kai Cenat, the US content creator, addressed questions about his personal life.
When asked if he was in a relationship, the 35-year-old Virginia-born artiste replied, “I am in multiple”.
Cenat sought clarification, asking, “Like more than one girlfriend?” Brown responded, “Something like that”.
The award-winning singer also emphasized the importance of transparency and honesty in maintaining his polygamous relationships.
“Just keep it a hundred. Be honest,” he added.
This is not the first time Brown would be addressing polygamy.
In an interview with Hot 97, the singer opened up about the challenges of maintaining a monogamous relationship due to his celebrity status and constant exposure to women.
“The hardest part is trying to keep a monogamous relationship, but still wanting to be the 25-year-old sex symbol,” he said.
“You go to shows. You might walk by somebody’s room, and you might see about six or seven of them thangs. And you’re like, dang, I just want to slide in there and have a couple drinks real quick and I’ll tell my girl about it later.”
Born Christopher Maurice Brown, the songwriter is often referred to by his contemporaries as the “king of R&B”.
Entertainment
Bimpe Akintunde warns Nigerians against scammers impersonating her on WhatsApp
Bimpe Akintunde, the Nollywood actress, has raised an alarm over a fake WhatsApp account created in her name to scam unsuspecting individuals.
The film star took to her Instagram story to share screenshots of the impersonator, posing as her to solicit money from her followers.
Akintunde expressed her frustration and disappointment, cursing the scammer for attempting to profit from her hard work. She warned the public to be cautious of the impersonator on any media platform.
The actress urged her fans to help report the scammer’s WhatsApp and bank accounts.
She also prayed that God should keep such fraudulent individuals away from her and her loved ones.
“What a morning. Tell me how this country wants to be great, when a lot of people are struggling, working hard to build a name and brand, and boom, one person will take their pictures and name only to be defrauding people up and down,” she wrote.
“Who gave birth to such a child? Useless children, may God keep them away from us.
“Please disregard any message from anyone, either in your DM or WhatsApp, asking you to send money.
“Please, it not me. I do not own this above number. I would appreciate it if we could find a way to report both the WhatsApp and the Opay account.”
Entertainment
Davido advises black Americans not to relocate to Nigeria, says ‘the economy is in shambles’
Davido, the Afrobeats star, has advised black Americans against relocating to Nigeria, citing the country’s economic challenges.
In an appearance on The Big Homies House podcast, the singer shared his thoughts on the struggles bedeviling Nigeria, stating, “It is not cool back home. The economy is in shambles”.
Davido also mentioned Nigeria’s struggles with bad leadership, a high exchange rate, and skyrocketing oil prices, which are negatively impacting the country.
“It is not cool back home. The economy is in shambles. I do my part, I am an ambassador. When I go home and I am filming, I am no going to show the bad parts,” he said.
“I am talking about the situation in the country. Now the exchange rate is messed up, a lot of stuffs are not going well.
“The economy is just not good enough. The oil price is too high. Imagine the country that produces oil, paying more for it than a country importing oil.”
Despite the challenges, Davido emphasised the entertainment industry’s positive impact on Africa’s global image.
“Regardless, entertainment is one of the thing that has made Africa look good. We do not have the best leader, that is a fact,” he said.
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