Entertainment
‘Learn to cover yourself’ – caller criticises Tope Mark-Odigie’s outfit on live show
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A live broadcast of TVC’s “Your View” took an unexpected turn when a caller criticised Nigerian presenter Tope Mark-Odigie for her choice of attire. The caller, identified as Hauwa, praised the show’s host, Morayo Afolabi-Brown, and the other co-hosts for their tasteful dressing but singled out Tope for not dressing appropriately as a mother and wife.
Hauwa’s call began with commendations for Morayo’s outfits and positive remarks about the other co-hosts.
“I don’t want to talk about your topic, I am a bit distracted, but I want to say something,” Hauwa said. “I want to commend you, Morayo, for the way you dress when you are on TV, and Nima.”
However, she then expressed her discomfort with Tope’s wardrobe choices, suggesting that as a mother and wife, Tope should dress more conservatively. “But I really want to make an observation about Tope Mark-Odigie. Please, Tope, this is for you: please learn to separate roles. Whenever you are on TV, learn to cover yourself appropriately. You are a woman, you are a mother, please.”
Morayo Afolabi-Brown quickly intervened, requesting that Hauwa’s call be cut off. Despite the interruption, the moment had already sparked a mix of reactions from the viewers and the panel.
Tope Mark-Odigie responded to the critique with composure, asserting her right to dress as she pleases. She firmly stated that she adheres to no specific dress code violations.
“I love your feedback, but I am not Hauwa,” Tope said, addressing the caller directly. “I am Tope Mark-Odigie, and I, Tope Mark-Odigie, will dress how I dress.”
Tope emphasised the authority of the National Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) in matters of broadcast standards. “It is only the NBC that can control me on this matter, and I have not disobeyed them so far. Thank you, God bless you,” she concluded.
The incident highlighted the diverse opinions viewers hold about on-air personalities and their presentations, underscoring the balance presenters must strike between personal style and public expectations. Social media quickly lit up with reactions, some supporting Tope’s right to personal expression and others siding with Hauwa’s call for more conservative attire.
The episode serves as a reminder of the scrutiny public figures face and the varying expectations audiences have regarding their presentation.
Entertainment
Adetshina addresses identity theft claim, says she earned Miss Universe Nigeria win
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Chidimma Adetshina, the recently crowned Miss Universe Nigeria, has finally addressed the claims of identity theft in South Africa.
Chidimma was born in 2001 in Soweto at Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital. Her father is of Igbo descent while some reports said her mother is a Mozambican who had become a naturalized citizen of South Africa.
The model sparked controversy during this year’s Miss South Africa pageant due to her nationality.
This led to a surge of criticism on social media, particularly from South Africans. Chidimma would later withdraw from the Miss South Africa contest.
Her withdrawal came after the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) for South Africa alleged that preliminary evidence suggests Chidimma’s mother may have committed fraud and identity theft.
Speaking on the matter in an Arise TV interview, the 23-year-old denied any wrongdoing, saying “I didn’t steal anyone’s identity”.
The young woman, however, declined to elaborate, citing ongoing investigations and concerns about potential contradictions.
“I did not steal anyone’s identity. Obviously I am still waiting on the conclusion of the whole case and matter, then moving forward, I will know exactly what to say,” she said.
“Because I feel like now if I say something and something comes out tomorrow, it could be like but you said this then something else. I am just avoiding all those two things contradicting one another.”
On August 14, the model accepted the invitation to participate in this year’s Miss Universe Nigeria pageant. She was recently crowned winner of the pageant.
Speaking on her victory, Chidimma also dismissed insinuations that she won the Miss Universe Nigeria pageant “out of pity”.
She argued that she went through the same rigorous experience as all contestants, adding that “I worked hard to earn my title”.
“A lot of people felt like it was a pity win and I do not think so. I feel like I really worked hard. Coming from the SA journey, we spent 10 weeks in camp,” she said.
“It might have been a slight difference but I feel like, if we have to look at the journey that we have all been through, I feel like I had the same experience that they did.”
Entertainment
Yemi Shodimu fumes after buying petrol at N1k per litre
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Yemi Shodimu, the ace actor, has expressed frustration over the ongoing petrol scarcity and price hike in Nigeria.
In a video shared on TikTok, Shodimu sang a re-composed song, thanking God for being able to buy 30 litres of petrol at N30,000.
The actor also asked if Nigerians are okay with the situation.
“I thank God I was able to buy fuel. I thank God I was able to get fuel. N30, 000 for 30 litres,” he sings.
“Are we seriously okay?”
Shodimu’s outburst follows the significant increase in petrol prices after President Bola Tinubu scrapped subsidies in 2023.
The official pump price had previously been N600/litre while the landing cost exceeded N1,200.
Entertainment
Skales calls out Green Africa Airline over N15 million loss due to flight cancellation
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Nigerian singer Skales lost ₦15 million after his flight to Akure was canceled due to the pilot’s illness.
Skales shared his frustration in a video, criticizing the airline, Green Africa, for last-minute communication and poor service. His experience highlights ongoing concerns about airline reliability in Nigeria.
Singer Skales expressed his frustration after an Akure-bound flight was canceled due to the pilot’s illness. In a video shared on social media, Skales confronted airline officials, revealing that the cancellation caused him to lose ₦15 million from a deal.
He criticized the airline, Green Africa, for poor communication and disrespect, questioning why they waited until the last minute to inform passengers of the issue.
Skales emphasized the financial loss, stating he had been paid ₦15 million for the event he was meant to attend. His outburst reflects growing dissatisfaction with airline services in Nigeria.
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