Bovi Ugboma, the Nigerian comedian, has opened up about his parenting philosophy, stressing the importance of communication over physical punishment.

In an interview with The Honest Bunch, Bovi said he prioritizes talking to his children about their mistakes rather than flogging them.

The comedian shared his personal experience, stating that the beatings he received as a child had no positive impact and instead contributed to abusive tendencies.

He also encouraged parents to reflect on their motivations for disciplining their children.

“Most times when we beat kids, are we really trying to correct them or we are frustrated?” he said.

“I don’t advocate for flogging children but I advocate for calling them to talk to them about their offense and give them a punishment.

“They will still go wrong, offend you but it will reduce gradually. All the beatings we got from our parents made no difference. It just made us abusive.”

Bovi also revealed that his family relocated to London due to concerns about his children’s education.

He said he desires to protect his son from bullying, which he argued was prevalent in Nigerian boarding schools.

“We moved abroad because of my children’s education. My son moved first when he wanted to start secondary school. I went to boarding school so I know the effect and benefits but the last thing I would be alive to witness is the bullying of my child,” he added.

“So I said to myself I will send my son to a boarding school because of it’s benefits but not in this environment.”

Nollywood actress Nancy Isime has shared a touching and inspiring story about fulfilling two of her biggest dreams: building her father’s dream home and purchasing a mansion for herself at the age of 33.

Taking to her social media, Nancy reflected on her humble beginnings and the determination that carried her to this moment.

“I remember so clearly, I was about 13, sitting in what was going to be our new home – an uncompleted building, the only windows and doors were those protecting the rooms we would sleep in. Everywhere else was pure carcass!” she wrote.

She recounted the struggles her family faced while living in that uncompleted house.

“No flooring, no ceilings, no doors, no windows, no running water – just our beloved well which provided us water to do everything, including drink,” Nancy shared.

Determined to rewrite her family’s story, Nancy made a personal vow. “I remember sitting there and one day I said… I’m going to own a good home! But before I buy even a tiny piece of land, I’m going to help Daddy achieve his lifelong dream of owning a fully completed furnished house.”

Nancy Isime revealed that her journey began at the age of 17, when she took her first job as an event usher.

“After every earning, I’d set aside some money towards ‘Vision Daddy’s house.’ This continued throughout all of my career transitions,” she said.

Her hard work paid off, and on December 18, 2022, Nancy finally handed over the keys to her father’s fully completed and furnished home.

“Quietly, while everyone was celebrating this new feat, in passing, I said, ‘God, I don do wetin you say make I do oh, abeg help me run my own, but no rush, at your own time.’”

In what she described as divine timing, exactly a year later on December 15, 2023, Nancy received the keys and papers to her dream home.

“I received the keys and papers to my dream home after making my first initial payment just a few days prior,” she disclosed.

For Nancy, the achievement was more than she expected, especially given her earlier doubts. “Months prior to this day, I didn’t even think that was going to ever be a possibility in my life, na husband house I be dey use style eye,” she added with humor.

Grateful for her journey and God’s grace, Nancy reflected on the alignment of her blessings.

“God is good! Because I am obedient to God’s word, Deuteronomy 28:1-13 has manifested so greatly in my life!”

She credited her success to God’s guidance and favor.

“God has not only blessed me with the grace, wisdom, direction, favour, and peace required to live a successful life, He has also opened doors man cannot shut, aligned me with the right opportunities, and caused me to find uncommon favour.”

Nancy concluded with heartfelt gratitude, emphasizing the importance of faith and hard work. “Which of the Lord’s blessings can I deny? None!”

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.