Entertainment
R Kelly’s daughter claims he sexually abused her as a child
Joann Kelly, the daughter of R. Kelly, has alleged the imprisoned singer sexually abused her as a child.
In a new two-part documentary series for the TVEI Streaming Network, Joann, also known as Buku Abi, said she first reported the alleged abuse to her mother Drea in 2009.
“He was my everything. For a long time, I didn’t even want to believe that it happened. I didn’t know that even if he was a bad person he would do something to me,” the 26-year-old detailed in an episode of the documentary titled ‘Karma: A Daughter’s Journey’.
“I was too scared to tell anybody. I was too scared to tell my mom.”
In a new two-part documentary series for the TVEI Streaming Network, Joann, also known as Buku Abi, said she first reported the alleged abuse to her mother Drea in 2009.
“He was my everything. For a long time, I didn’t even want to believe that it happened. I didn’t know that even if he was a bad person he would do something to me,” the 26-year-old detailed in an episode of the documentary titled ‘Karma: A Daughter’s Journey’.
“I was too scared to tell anybody. I was too scared to tell my mom.”
Although Joann did not share details of the alleged abuse, she said she believes the 57-year-old singer’s jail sentence is well-deserved.
“I really feel like that one millisecond completely just changed my whole life and changed who I was as a person and changed the sparkle I had and the light I used to carry,” she continued.
“After I told my mom, I didn’t go over there anymore; my brother [Robert] and sister [Jaah], we didn’t go over there anymore. And even up until now I struggle with it a lot.”
The documentary trailer also includes emotional interviews with Abi’s siblings, Jaah and Robert Kelly Jr. and Drea, their mother, who said: “What he did to me, he did to me. But you didn’t have to do it to my damn kids”.
However, Jennifer Bonjean, Kelly’s lawyer, issued a statement to PEOPLE “vehemently” denying the allegations.
“Mr. Kelly vehemently denies these allegations. His ex-wife made the same allegation years ago, and it was investigated by the Illinois Department of Children & Family Services and was unfounded…. And the ‘filmmakers,’ whoever they are, did not reach out to Mr. Kelly or his team to even allow him to deny these hurtful claims,” the statement reads.
Abi is one of Kelly’s three children with ex-wife Drea. The pair was married from 1996 to 2009.
In February 2023, the R&B singer was sentenced to 20 years in prison on child pornography and enticement charges.
The three-time Grammy award winner will serve the years concurrently with a prior 30-year prison sentence from a separate case in New York on July 29, 2022.
The singer, best known for the 1996 smash hit ‘I Believe I Can Fly’, has consistently denied wrongdoings.
Entertainment
Olajumoke Onibread recounts struggles as she returns as radio host
Olajumoke Orisaguna, the model better known as Olajumoke Onibread, has launched her talk show titled ‘Kilon Shele’.
The former bread seller turned model joined City FM as a radio presenter following a long hiatus from the spotlight.
Speaking at a news conference in Lagos on Wednesday, Orisaguna expressed gratitude to TY Bello, the renowned photographer who played a pivotal role in her rise to fame in 2016.
The model expressed willingness to return to school, adding that she encountered challenges due to her lack of formal education.
She disclosed that her radio show will focus on her personal story, including her experiences with exploitative managers who took advantage of her lack of education.
The former model said she will also address the emotional struggles she faced during her time away from the public eye and her path to self-discovery and empowerment.
The show will also feature inspiring conversations with guests who have faced similar challenges.
“I want to use my platform to share my story, the good and the bad. I want to show that even in the darkest moments, there is hope for a better tomorrow,” she said.
“My show will be a beacon of inspiration for those who have faced similar struggles.”
Olajumoke revealed mistakes that damaged relationships with benefactors.
“I have suffered a lot,” she said. “But I thank Azuka and TY Bello for not giving up on me. My advice to those coming behind me is to work hard and never bite the finger that feeds them. I made many mistakes, but I’ve learned my lessons and want others to learn from my story.”
Entertainment
Comedian Funnybros welcomes baby girl with partner
Onwuka Ugochukwu Richard, the Nigerian skit maker popularly known as Funnybros, has welcomed a baby girl with his partner.
The comedian took to Instagram on Wednesday to share photos from his partner’s maternity shoot while expressing gratitude to God for the new addition to his family.
“It’s a bouncing baby girl 🤍👧🎉🎉. Thank you Lord 🙏💫🤩,” he wrote.
The announcement triggered an outpouring of congratulatory messages from fans and colleagues in the comment section.
Skit maker Iamdikeh commented, “Congrats bro❤️”, while Cute Abiola, another content creator wrote, “Congratulations”.
MC Edo Pikin, the comedian, added “Congratulations brov❤️”.
The skit maker’s bundle of joy comes shortly after Dayo Amusa, the actress, celebrated the birth of her first child, a baby boy, in the United States.
Entertainment
Davido’s ‘Na Money’ wins best costume award at Berlin Fashion Film Festival
The music video of ‘Na Money,’ a song by Afrobeats star Davido, has earned international recognition, securing the ‘Best Costume/Styling (Craft)’ award at the 12th Berlin Fashion Film Festival.
Directed by Dammy Twitch and produced by Blessing Uzzi, ‘Na Money’ is the third track off Davido’s album ‘Timeless’.
The project features Grammy Award-winning singer Angélique Kidjo and Nigerian highlife stars The Cavemen.
The visuals’ vibrant costumes, rich cultural elements, and stunning visuals impressed the judges.
Davido’s win highlights the growing global appreciation for African creative talent.
The Berlin Fashion Film Festival is part of the renowned Berlinale, a prominent European and global film industry event since 1951. The festival annually attracts industry stars, filmmakers, and enthusiasts to Berlin.
Watch the colourful visuals below:
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