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‘200m people, 300k subscriptions’ — AY Makun reveals Netflix’s struggle in Nigeria

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AY Makun, the comedian and actor, has shared his thoughts on the recent controversy surrounding Netflix’s alleged halt in funding Nigerian original movies.

The controversy began when filmmaker Kunle Afolayan revealed that Netflix had stopped commissioning Nigerian originals. This sparked concerns about the streaming giant’s commitment to the Nigerian market.

In an interview with Nollywood on Radio, the comedian clarified that Netflix is not exiting the Nigerian market.

The actor said instead, he believes that the streaming giant is likely re-strategizing its approach due to financial concerns.

According to Makun, Netflix’s spending in the Nigerian market has exceeded its earnings, prompting the need for a reassessment of its business model.

The filmmaker added that the cause of Netflix’s struggles in Nigeria is the widespread practice of subscription sharing and low subscription rates.

He argued that with a population of over 200 million people, Nigeria has a relatively small number of Netflix subscribers, “estimated to be around 300,000”.

Makun said the discrepancy suggests that many Nigerians are accessing Netflix content through shared subscriptions, rather than purchasing individual subscriptions.

“I had a meeting with Netflix recently and it was never mentioned to me that they are opting out of business in this part of the world,” he said.

“At the last meeting, we discussed my next project and how they can be a part of it. I also do not want to believe strongly that they are leaving Nigeria.

“There is no way they would leave just the way people are saying it. The truth is if you are doing business in a particular region and you are not making money but spending much more than you making, you would want to re-strategise. That is what is going on with their system and structure.

“…Most of these things do not really deal with the filmmakers alone, it has to do with us as Nigerians. For example, the subscription basis for Netflix in a country that has a population of over 200 million people is just about 300,000 so there is a leakage somewhere that needs to be corrected.

“…You would see a person with a Netflix subscription sharing with several people, so that’s the problem. It is not just about the filmmakers.”

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Pastor Enenche’s daughter, Deborah, husband welcome baby boy two years after marriage

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Deborah Enenche, a fashion enthusiast and the first daughter of Pastor Paul Enenche, Senior Pastor of Dunamis International Christian Center, has welcomed a baby boy with her husband, Samuel Hawthorn, two years after their marriage.

Pastor Paul Enenche shared the news on Instagram with a touching video that tagged family members.

He revealed that the baby was born on Sunday, December 15, 2024.

In the video, Deborah’s mother, Becky Enenche, was by her side during the delivery, which took place abroad.

The video was captioned: “What a Faithful God we serve! He has not left us without His kindness and mercies in this season. We return all the Honor and Glory to Him for the Blessing of a Baby Boy on Sunday the 15th of December 2024. Congrats mummy Deborah and Daddy Sam. Thank you, Jesus!!!!”

Deborah and her husband Samuel tied the knot in December 2022 in a lavish ceremony in Abuja attended by prominent personalities and pastors from within and outside Nigeria.

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Damilola speaks on Alaafin Adeyemi’s death after ending affair with Portable

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Queen Damilola Adeyemi, girlfriend of street king, Habeeb Okikiola, aka Portable, has announced the end of their affair after he “publicly insulted” her during a TikTok live session. Portable had allegedly made disparaging remarks about her.

The incident occurred on Wednesday when Portable criticised Damilola for being online late at night. He also accused her of engaging in “polygamy and prostitution”.

“What are you doing online at this time? Do you want to be practicing polygamy. Did I not tell you not to be coming online at this time?” he asked. “Are you a prostitute? What is a housewife doing online at the time? Are you a prostitute?” Reacting via an Instagram post, Damilola expressed her frustration and humiliation, stating that she was “done” with the relationship. “I’m done.

This is too much for me. I can’t take this embarrassment again,” she wrote. “I’m gone for good. Go and eat your house.”

She also reacted to allegation of killing her late husband, Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III, stating that she had nothing to do with his death.

She expressed her anger towards the musician, accusing him of neglecting her. Damilola claimed that while Portable bought a car for his wife, Bewaji, he refused to do the same for her.

Confirming their split in a video post on Instagram, the singer revealed that Damilola has left his house.

“Thank God, she has left. I was taking care of the child she had for Alaafin because of the respect I have for him,” he said. The mother of one made headlines in November 2020 after allegedly leaving the Alaafin’s castle.

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Isak Andic, founder of fashion chain Mango, dies at 71 in accident

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Isak Andic, the Spanish-based businessman and founder of fashion chain Mango, has passed away at the age of 71.

In a statement signed by Mango CEO Toni Ruiz, the company disclosed that Andic died in an accident on Saturday while exploring caves near Barcelona.

“His departure leaves a huge void but all of us are, in some way, his legacy and the testimony of his achievements,” the statement reads in part.

“It is up to us, and this is the best tribute we can make to Isak and which we will fulfill, to ensure that Mango continues to be the project that Isak aspired to and of which he would feel proud.

“In these extremely difficult times we share the pain of the family as if it were our own.”

Andic, who served as the company’s non-executive chairman, fell down a ravine of more than 320 feet in the area of the Collbató caves of Salnitre to his death while hiking in caves that are part of a mountain range.

Reacting to Andic’s demise via X, Pedro Sanchez, the prime minister of Spain, wrote: “All my affection, and recognition for your great work and business vision, which has turned this Spanish brand into a world reference in fashion”.

Born to a Sephardic Jewish family in Istanbul, Turkey, in October 1953, Andic’s family relocated to Barcelona in 1969.

He and his brother Nahman began selling hand-embroidered ‘made-in-Turkey’ T-shirts and clogs.

Andic founded Mango with Nahman’s help in Barcelona in 1984 and the chain now operates almost 3,000 outlets in 120 countries. Forbes estimated Andic’s net worth to be $4.5bn (£3.6bn).

Andic was divorced from Neus Raig Tarragó with whom he had three children.

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Bodex F. Hungbo, SPMIIM is a multiple award-winning Nigerian Digital Media Practitioner, Digital Strategist, PR consultant, Brand and Event Expert, Tv Presenter, Tier-A Blogger/Influencer, and a top cobbler in Nigeria.

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